WASSON, LALAH WINNIFRED (nee PALMER) -
Maintaining her dignity and unique sense of humour in the face of recent health problems, Lalah Winnifred Wasson of Maquapit Lake passed peacefully away at Pine Grove Nursing Home in Fredericton on February 6th 2012. She died with the dignity with which she lived . . . made possible by the compassionate assistance of staff and family who attended her during her final hours. Born in Astle, NB on November 22nd 1916, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Jane (Hovey) Palmer. Her home and her family were the heart of Lalah’s life! She is survived by her sons, Ted (Betty) of Sypher Cove and Phillip (Kim) of Bradenton, FL; her daughters, Donna Macdiarmid (Roger) of French Lake and Sandra Larsen (Gary) of Edmonton. Known to so many as “Grammy Lalah”, she leaves behind eight grandchildren, Pamela Purves, Jack Purves, Buffy McLaughlin, Kurt Wasson, Candace Hughson, Shelley Cameron, Ben Wasson, Matt Wasson; 12 great-grandchildren and several step-grandchildren whom she welcomed into her life. She is also survived by one brother, Laurie Palmer of Taymouth; two sisters, Mavis Dobson (Ken) of Taymouth and Doris Whittingham (Thomas) of Calgary as well as several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Charles Arthur Wasson in 2004; brothers, Forest Palmer, Berne Palmer, Don Palmer, Ottie Palmer and two infant brothers; sisters, Cora Hunter and Janette Palmer. The family will be forever grateful for the care provided by Peter Coakley and the staff at Forever Young Special Care Home at Maquapit Lake and that of the Oromocto Hospital and her family physician of many years, Dr. Vaughn Roxborough. Our appreciation and thanks as well to the staff of Pine Grove Nursing Home who so lovingly provided her final support and comfort.
Resting at Hogg Funeral Services (10 King Street, Minto) where the family will welcome visitors on Friday evening from 6 to 9 pm. Funeral Service will be held 2:00 PM, Saturday, February 11th, 2012 at the Scotchtown United Church, Scotchtown. Interment will take place at a later date. Family flowers only, please. For those who wish, donations may be made to the Scotchtown United Church, the Diabetes Association of New Brunswick (a charity close to Lalah’s heart), or a charity of your own choice. www.hoggfunerals.ca
“So very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. No matter how old you are, you cannot prepare for the loss of both of your parents. Im sorry that I couldnt be there with you in person but you weren't far in my thoughts. You were so good to us when Dad and Mom were sick, and thoughtfulness like that does not go unnoticed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.........xoxo”
“To my lovely relatives - The Wasson Family. Our family sends you all our love and prayers at this time. I know you know how much we loved and cherished our Aunt Lalah. May she be at peace and find joy being reunited with her beloved Charlie. We love you all. Deb, Dale, Matt and Alana Schafer ”
“Laurie, Mavis, Doris and family of Lalah, I was sorry to hear about Lalah's death. She was a beautiful lady. I will always remember her with fondness. She looked a lot like Mum and I told her that one day and she said that was a big compliment to her because she thought Mum was very good looking.
Sincerely, Elaine”
“Ted and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. She was a sweet lady. Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.”
“We are sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She was such a lovely lady and made us feel very welcome on our visits to Maquapit Lake. Our hearts are with you at this difficult time.”
“I know this is a difficult time for your family and our love and prayers are with you. I have many wonderful memories of your mother, always warm words and a smile on her face. Cherish the memories they will last a lifetime. ”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I have so many wonderful memories of your mother and the fun times spent at your home. Fred and I are sorry that we can't be there.”
“So sorry to hear about your Mom. I remember her from my younger days. A great lady. I will always remember.”
“To Buffy, Paul and family - Grandmothers are very special! We are sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all.”
“My friends Donna,Roger & families
How blessed you were to have such a great lady in your life for so long. God Bless. I''ll be in touch. Love The Byrne Family”
“Sandy, Gary & family
We were saddened to read of the passing of your mother. She was a wonderful lady. Although Nola and I are unable to be with you at this time, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and in the coming days.
Love, Nola & George”
“just want to say that our thoughts and prayers are with the family of the Wassons i know Lahla very well she was a great person we always love going there seeing here and her husband when i was a child every sweet people so just to just our condolence from Tina lyons and family and from Donald Maston and Donna Lyons and family our love is with you all”
“May God Bless the love ones of Mrs. Wasson. She is in the arms of our lord now”
“Hello Donna and family, So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. It is a difficult time I know. I enjoyed meeting your mother and talking with her the numerous times I visited my own Mom, Kay McCready at Forever Young...Your mother was a lovely person, and I am sure you will miss her. I am glad to have met her. Please know my sympathies are with you and your family,
Sincerely,
Phyllis E. Buist daughter of Kay McCready”
“Hi again Sandy....wasn't sure if my email would show with my condolence...it's efowler@nbpower.com”
“Sandy, Gary and family.....I was so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My thoughts are with you. Seems like forever since we've been in touch.....now you have my email so it would be nice to hear from you.”
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