June 16, 1936 – April 5, 2020
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of (Jean) Bernice Voth (Young), age 83. Bernice was predeceased by her Husband of 62 years Walter, in 2017. Mourning her departure: sons Doug (Verna) & Wayne (Treena), sister Shirley Wheadon, brother Elmer Young (Grace) and their families. Bernie was born in Manitou, Manitoba. Marrying in 1958, she chose family life at home where she became a prolific poet and ever striving artist. Several of her poems have been published in the Anthologies of Verse by the Poetry Institute of Canada. She also worked tirelessly at volunteer endeavors. She is fondly remembered for her work behind the scenes at Keyano Theatre in Ft McMurray. Perhaps her greatest pride, Bernie was awarded national recognition with the Canada Literacy Volunteer Award for her work helping adult students in Ft McMurray learn to read. Bernie and Walter retired to Okotoks in 1996. Bernice lost a short battle with Dementia. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Alzheimer Society of Calgary or Diabetes Canada would be appreciated.
