It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Jean Wilson. After struggling for many months with Bulbar ALS, Jean passed away peacefully in palliative care at Battlefords Union Hospital July 15, 2015 - her husband at her side. Jean was predeceased by her son Don. She is lovingly remembered by her devoted husband Roy, and by her daughters Heather (Darryl) Leedahl, and Sharon (Daryl) Lesyshyn, daughter in law Vicki, her grandchildren Dianna, Scott (Jess), Michael, Tanys and Regan, sisters Doris, nieces Lois and Joan, uncle Charlie, sister in law Ivy, brother in law Colin (Ann), sister in law Maxine, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Jean was born Ida Jean Goodhew on October 5th, 1932 in Unity, SK. and grew up in Adanac, SK. Jean met Roy in 1951 and they were married Oct. 8th, 1954. They lived in Unity until moving to North Battleford in 1965. Jean and Roy celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in the fall of 2014. Jean attended Saskatoon Technical collegiate and with her training worked for a number of businesses in both Unity and North Battleford. She was employed at Woolco on her retirement. Jean was a member of Eastern Star and volunteered with manycommunity groups, some of which included the Kinsmen Band Parents Assoc., Meals on Wheels, Hands of Frienship (BDCC) and Canadian Blood Services. She canvassed for Diabetes Assoc., Heart and Stroke and the United Way for many years. Jean was an avid participant in the curling community. She enjoyed family get togethers, reading, knitting, watching the Toronto Blue Jays, and travelling. Jean and Roy spent a number of winters in Penticton, travelled to the Maritimes, Hawaii, Alaska, and the British Isles. Funeral Services for Jean will be held Wednesday July 22, 2015 from Third Avenue United Church with Reverend Fred Tinio officiating. The family has entrusted Bob MacKay of Battlefords Funeral Service with the arrangements. Private internment to be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Diabetes Association or ALS Canada. The family are grateful for and wish to thank the Battlefords Home Care Staff, the Battlefords Union Hospital Third Â鶹ÊÓƵ Staff, and especially Scott Parker, Palliative Care Co-ordinator. A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Anneme Dunhin for the compassionate care and friendship she provided to Jean - she held a very special place in Jean's heart.
