Ellen was born on December 12, 1946 in Assiniboia, Saskatchewan and she passed peacefully after a brief illness on November 15, 2019 at the Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria. Ellen was predeceased by her parents, Ray and Cecile Slough. She is survived by her brother Don Slough (Leslie Speirs); their children Matthew, Andrew and Kristy; and a great nephew Owen in whom she delighted.
After graduation from the University of Saskatchewan, Ellen worked as a probation officer in Vancouver and Victoria, ultimately running the Victoria probation office. Ellen’s deep commitment to social justice led her to treat all people with respect and compassion. Early in Ellen’s retirement, she travelled extensively. In later years, she played bridge and read voraciously. Ellen remained immersed in politics particularly of the N. D. P. variety.
Special thanks to Ron and Joan Cowan and Flora and Jamie Cowan for their kindness and support and to the staff in the ICU at Royal Jubilee Hospital.
A Memorial Service and Reception will be held at James Bay United Church on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at noon.
In lieu of flowers, donations to W.I.N. would be appreciated. www.womeninneed.ca/donate
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Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Ellen Gabelmann December 12 1946 – November 15 2019..
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Décès pour la Ville: Victoria, Province: Colombie britanique