Willanna “Genelle” Roberts (née Winfrey), born 1914 in Pomeroy WA, ended her life’s journey September 30th, 2011, at Edmonton General Hospital with family at her side. Genelle‘s family immigrated to Canada in 1920, residing in Calgary and Grand Prairie, AB. They then homesteaded in Groundbirch, BC. Genelle and Finn raised their family of 8 children in Dawson Creek, BC. Genelle moved to Kelowna in 1972 and Edmonton in 2006.
Predeceased by her husband Marvin “Finn” Roberts, children Wayne, Sheryl, Leanna and 3 grandchildren. Left to miss her love, wisdom and common sense are sons Dale (Freda), Lorne (Barb) and daughters Elaine Chadwick, Wilma Kennedy and Valda Roberts (Dave), 8 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
A family celebration of life is planned for a future date.