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JESSIE CALDERWOOD WHITE (GILMOUR)

Born: Sep 14, 1920

Date of Passing: Sep 06, 2014

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JESSIE CALDERWOOD WHITE (nee GILMOUR) September 14, 1920 September 6, 2014 It is with deep sorrow that the family announces the passing of their beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, Jessie White, aged 93 years, of Gimli, MB. Jessie was predeceased by her parents Alan and Catherine Gilmour, her husband Harold, her brothers Alan and Archie, son-in-law Jim, daughters-in-law Shelley and Darlene and grandson Norman. Jessie is survived and lovingly remembered by her family: Helen (Dave); her children Alan, Cathy (Jerry), Janet (Fred), Lorraine (Norman), David (Leslie), Betty (Ruggles), Margaret (Wayne), John and Ron; grandchildren, great-grandchildren and brother-in-law Tom (Norma). Jessie was born in Sandbank, Scotland and moved to North Vancouver, BC as a four year old with her parents and her brother Alan. Her father worked as a ship builder, but they moved back to Scotland before the Second World War. Jessie served as a nurse in Glasgow, Scotland during the war where she met her husband Harold, a Canadian soldier. Jessie moved back to Canada, along with her son Alan, as a war bride in 1945. Harold stayed on for another year. Jessie raised her family in Kenora, ON, Whitemouth and Gimli, MB. In Gimli, Jessie was employed at the Betel Home. She embraced the Icelandic culture and loved her town of Gimli. Jessie was a member of many volunteer groups the Legion, Women's Institute and the Church - to name a few. She was a great care giver to all her family and friends. Jessie was very proud of her Scottish heritage. She was a true lover of nature and some of her favourite pastimes were walking the lakeshore and picnics with family. Jessie loved geography, history and crossword puzzles as well as listening to her Scottish music. We will all miss her sense of humour and her stories of the old country, North Vancouver and the Second World War. Her family and friends will miss her deeply. The family would like to thank everyone at the Betel Home for looking after Jessie. A service of remembrance will be held on Monday, September 15, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Bartholomew Anglican Church, 291 Churchill Road, Winnipeg Beach, MB with Rev. Robin Mather officiating. Jessie was a very kind and generous person. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Jessie to the charity of your choice. The Gilbart Funeral Home, Gimli, in care of arrangements. www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
Publish Date: Sep 13, 2014

JESSIE CALDERWOOD WHITE (nee GILMOUR) September 14, 1920 - September 6, 2014 It is with deep sorrow that the family announces the passing of their beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, Jessie White, aged 93 years of Gimli, MB. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, September 15 at 11:00 a.m. in the St. Bartholomew's Anglican Church, Winnipeg Beach, MB. Full obituary to follow in Saturday's paper. Gilbart Funeral Home, Gimli in care of arrangements.
Publish Date: Sep 11, 2014

JESSIE CALDERWOOD WHITE (nee GILMOUR) September 14, 1920 - September 6, 2014 It is with deep sorrow that the family announces the passing of their beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, Jessie White, aged 93 years of Gimli, MB. Full obituary to follow. Gilbart Funeral Home, Gimli in care of arrangements.
Publish Date: Sep 9, 2014
Publish Date: Sep 11, 2014

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 13, 2014

Condolences & Memories (9 entries)

  • Saddened to hear of her passing. My condolences to the family. I will always remember her enlighten smile whenever I ran into her and there was always an adventurous story she would tell me (as she knew I have travelled extensively); I will miss her. - Posted by: Colin Henderson (friend) on: Sep 17, 2014

  • Sincere condolences to all the White family. Although it has been years since I left Whitemouth, I have many nice memories of speaking with Mrs. White when I would go over to the White house (on Mr Hunter's old farm) to visit David. I remember the last time seeing Mrs. White, by coincidence, in Vancouver International Airport when I met her, David and Shelly as they were about to fly to Australia together. - Posted by: Glen and Connie Penner (family friend) on: Sep 14, 2014

  • My condolences go out the the family. She and Harold raised a bunch of really great kids and I particularly remember David, Betty and Janet with fondness. - Posted by: Bonnie Cousins Mackling (Acquaintance) on: Sep 14, 2014

  • I have a rally nice memory of Jessie's kindness and hospitality to my family and myself when we dropped in unannounced to their cozy little home in Gimli. This was in the early 90s when we were on vacation in Manitoba. Aunt Jessie seemed to effortlessly prepare a delicious lunch for our sons, Matthew and Daniel, and for Anne and myself. She was a gracious, kind and gentle woman. Deepest condolences to you all at this very painful time. - Posted by: Mark and Anne White (Nephew) on: Sep 13, 2014

  • Jessie had a great love for the ocean or sea. She often spoke of the Clyde in Scotland,the Lake at Gimli and her opportunity to view the Pacific when she visited John& Ron. We will miss her - Posted by: Tom & Norma White (Brother-in-law & Sister-in-law) on: Sep 13, 2014

  • Dear Grama Jessie White we will truly miss you forever. Your great Grandkids say there goodbye's love and miss you too. - Posted by: Andrew White (GrandSon) on: Sep 12, 2014

  • We were so sorry to hear of Aunt Jessie's passing. We want you all to know we are thinking of you at this sad time. The loss of a Mom is never easy, but the good memories will be yours to keep her close. - Posted by: Margaret, Mark and Gale White (Cousins) on: Sep 11, 2014

  • You will miss her oh so much, but you can always remember all the many good times. And her smile, it lit up her whole face! - Posted by: Gord and Judy Janzen (Friends) on: Sep 10, 2014

  • So very sad to hear of Jessie's passing, I worked with her at Betel & through other organizations. Such a beautiful person & loving soul. My condolences to her family. - Posted by: DOROTHY DUBCHAK (FRIEND) on: Sep 09, 2014

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