Obituary of Leila Tryphena McNamar

1917 - 2013

It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of our mother, Leila McNamar, on Monday, November 4, 2013 at the age of 96 years at the Pines Residential Care Home in Kimberley, BC.

Leila was born on February 14, 1917 in Rosedale, Manitoba and is survived by her son, Barry (Sandra) McNamar, daughter, Glenna McNamar (Dan Noble), 12 grandchildren, 13 great grand children, 1 great great grandson and several nieces and nephews. Leila was predeceased by her husband, Frank in 1983, daughter Noreen Hideg in 2008 as well as her parents Roy and Ruby Townsend, 2 brothers - Ralph and Fred Townsend, 3 sisters - Beatrice McNamar, Shirley Graham and Eunice Moen.

A private family attended graveside service for Leila will be held in Westlawn Cemetery. Those wishing, may make memorial tributes in honour of Leila may do so to the: Pines Residential Care Home, 386 - 2 Avenue, Kimberley, BC, V1A 2Z8 or to a charity of their choice.

On behalf of the family, we wish to express our gratitude for your many kindnesses evidenced in thought and deed.

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.

Condolences for the family can be offered at:

www.mcphersonfh.com