Gerty Gould will be remembered for her love of life and laughter. She was very involved in her community of Heward. Gerty enjoyed to teach, dance, sing, cook and sew. She also loved golfing, curling and most especially bridge. Community gatherings at the town hall or rink were a favourite of hers, as well as sing-a-longs around the piano in the family home. She went to 鈥淣ormal School鈥� and began her teaching career in the 1930鈥檚. She married Earl Thomas Gould July 11, 1944. They farmed until 1980 and Gerty also retired from teaching at this time. Mom and Dad spent the next part of their lives travelling the world. After Dad died, Mom moved to British Columbia to be closer to her family. She loved living by the ocean in Parksville, BC. Gerty is lovingly remembered by her daughter Pat (Ed) Reimer, son Raymond Earl Gould. Grandson Casey (Junell) Reimer and great granddaughter Hannah Reimer. Granddaughter Riley Reimer and great grandson Tyler Adshead. As well as many nieces and nephews. Gerty is predeceased by her parents George and Mary Schuster (Beleski). Predeceased by her eight older siblings, Elizabeth, Rosalie, Rodney, Edward, Frank, Wilhelmina, Henry and Helen. And her husband Earl who died January 14, 1993. The family wishes to thank the staff of 鈥淟ifestyles Independent Living鈥�, 鈥淗eritage Village鈥�, both of Chilliwack, BC for the wonderful care given to Gerty in her time of need. A graveside service will be held Thursday, July 7, at 11:00 am at the Heward Cemetery, with a lunch to follow at the Heward Hall, 12:30 pm. Donations may be made to the Charity of your Choice. Gerty was a huge supporter of many charities.
