Born in Vancouver 20th May 1924. Jean passed away 20th January 2012 at Nanamio General Hospital with her family and friends at her side.
Jean is survived by Lawrence, her husband of 62 years; son Larry (Margaret), grandchildren Kelli and Mark; Darcie, Liane; sisters Edna, Grace and other extended family members.
Predeceased by her daughter Caroline and her siblings Bob, Bill and Betty.
In 1942 at age 18, Jean enlisted in the RCAF (WD). Discharged in 1946, she returned to Vancouver, where she was married in 1949, worked and raised their family until she and Lawrence retired to Parksville in 1974. Jean was always cheerful and upbeat and will be deeply missed by all whose lives she touched.