It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marie Taylor on September 28, 2015 at 96 years of age at Mountain Lake Seniors Community.
Marie was born in Hohenseibers, Czechoslovakia on March 30, 1919 to Emilie and Josef Netek. On February 21, 1948 she married Archie Taylor in Pouce Coupe, BC. They lived on a farm in Gundy, BC until moving to Dawson Creek, BC. Marie worked for the Dawson Creek General Hospital in the food service department for many years. Upon retiring they moved to Balfour and built their new home. Mom enjoyed her beautiful flower gardens and loved living among the mountains.
Marie is survived by three daughters Gerda (Ernest) Symons of Balfour, Eleanor (David) Martin of High River, Linda (Roger) Tindley of Chester, England, granddaughters, Lisa, Kristy, Annie and Jennifer, grandsons, Brian and Greg, 8 great grandchildren and one great, great granddaughter, sister Hilda Ireland and nieces and nephews.
Marie is predeceased by her parents, two brothers and husband.
In 2009, Marie moved to Mountain Lake Seniors Community. During her time there mom was happy, always smiling, laughing and enjoying the wonderful staff as well as bingo, sing alongs and other activities.
A special thank you to the Mountain Lake Seniors Community staff. Mom will always be greatly missed by everyone who knew her.
Marie has been cremated and will be interred in the
Balfour Cemetery at a later date. At her request
there will be no service.