Obituary of Mary Phillips
In Loving Memory
Phillips Maria
It is with deep sadness that Renee announces the passing of her mom.
Mary was born in Fernie to Frank and Amelia Qualtieri on November 5, 1932. She received all her education at the Michel Natal Central School. Upon graduation she went for normal school in Victoria to become a teacher.
In 1953 she married her high school sweetheart; Graham Phillips and they made their home in Cranbrook.
That year Mary’s mother passed away leaving Marys nine-year-old sister Judy to raise. Later they had two daughters of their own Renee and Nelda Jo.
Mom had no grandchildren, but many called her Grandma Mary. There was always a cup of coffee or tea and sweets for any who visited the house.
Mary is survived by her daughter Renee, sister Judy (Berry), sister-in-law Marg and many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by her husband Graham, daughter Nelda Jo, baby son Joe and son-in-law Ken.
Graveside service will take place July 15, 2022, at 1 p.m., at the West Lawn Cemetery (Serenity Gardens).
Mom was always a giver, so please give some help to someone who is in need.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Mary
Phillips Sunday July 10 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Cranbrook, Province: Colombie britanique
Dear Renee, we are so sorry for your loss . Thinking of you, sending big hugs and lots of love your way. Here’s a poem for you
Your mom is always with you, she’s the whisper of the leaves as you walk down the street, she’s the smell of certain foods you remember and the fragrance of the flowers you pick, she’s the cool hand on your brow when you are not feeling well, she’s the your breath in the air on a cold winters’ day, she is the sound of rain that lulls you to sleep and the colors of a rainbow. She is Christmas morning, she lives inside of you and she’s the map you follow with every step. There is nothing on earth than can separate you from your mother, Not time, Not space, Not even death .. author Deborah R Culver .
Much Love JoAnna