Suddenly on April 14/09, while visiting extended family in Lloydminster, Jean passed away, with family at her side, at the age of 67.
She was predeceased by her parents, Herbert and Dorothy Hall, and stepmother Lily Hall, her brother, David, and Uncle Stan Burton.
Left to cherish her memory are her brother Richard (Maureen) of Sussex England, and their children,Chris Hall (Ben), and Sophie Hall, sister-in-law Judy Hall ( Julie and Darren), of England, Aunt Cis and Uncle George Bolton of Ringmer, England, Aunt Louisa Burton of Winnipeg, as well as her Canadian cousins, Ann (Bill) Musgrave of Lloydminster, Rob (Jean) Burton of Winnipeg, and Richard (Ann) Burton of Saskatoon, and their children, who loved her as their aunt: Scott and Lori Musgrave ( Katie, Ben and Emilee), Sandra and Trevor Thorpe (Sarah and Isaac), Kevin and Karen Musgrave (Taylor and Garrett), Robert and Meighan Burton (Grace and Claire), David Burton and Susan Wollison, Andrew Burton, Cathy Burton and Scott Baron (Lily), and Tom Burton and Alexis McPherson, as well as K.C., her beloved cat.
Jean was born in Lewes, Sussex, England on Dec 17, 1941, and chose to emigrate to Canada in 1962 in order to follow her dream of being a teacher. She was welcomed into the home of her Uncle Stan and Aunt Lou in Moose Jaw, Sask, and they provided her with the support that allowed her to complete her high school education, and ultimately her teaching certificate from the University of Regina. She dedicated her life to the teaching profession for over 30 years, teaching at numerous schools in Regina, as well as overseas in Lahr, Germany, and Greenside, England, and developed some long-lasting friendships as a result. Jean was an outstanding teacher,who could always bring out the best in her students, and she inspired others to choose teaching as a career.
In retirement, she enjoyed travelling to far away places, such as Scandanavia, England, and the Mediterranean. Not one to be idle, Jean joined Victims Services with the Regina Police, and provided support to victims of crime. As a result of her work, she was nominated for a Woman of Distinction Award.
Retirement also allowed her to spend more time with her family, and she was a frequent visitor to Lloydminster and Winnipeg, She delighted in watching the families grow,and cherished each new little addition to the family. She was very generous, always showing up with an armful of gifts, especially books, stuffed animals or items that she had knit. Her enthusiasm, kindness, and sense of humour will be sorely missed by all those who knew and loved her.
According to Jean's wishes, family and close friends met at the Hotel Saskatchewan on April 18/09 to celebrate her life. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Juvenile Diabetes Association or a charity of your choice.
“A heart of gold stopped beating, hard working hands went to rest. God took you home to prove to us, He only takes the best We will always remember
the way you looked, the way you walked and smiled,
all the things you did for us,will be with us all the while,You always did your best, your heart was true and tender,you lived your life for those you loved,
and those you loved will remember.”