Gail Latimer

It is with great sadness that the family of Gail Latimer announces her passing on Saturday, Nov 8, 2014 at the age of 73 years. Her tired little body, finally free from pain. She will forever be remembered by her daughters Dawn (Peter), Charlene (Andy), Corrina (Bob) her grandchildren Haley & Nicole, Sarah & Daniel, Clint (Jordan) & William, 2 great-granddaughters, many dear relatives, close long-time friends, co-workers and classmates. Gail was pre-deceased by her father Lawrence (1962) her mother Norma (1998) whom she was very close to, brother Larry Wright (1986), her 1st husband Glenn Shaw (1991), 2nd husband Glenn Latimer (2008) and her special dog Max. Gail graduated from the Royal Alexandra School of Nursing Class of 1963-2. She was profoundly proud of being a Registered Nurse and worked in the RAH Emergency Dept and the Immaculata Hospital in Westlock for many years. She was a gifted nurse; many people commented on her skill, compassion, integrity and leadership. Gail loved to go to work. She also enjoyed reading, gardening, sewing, knitting, crocheting, and had a special passion for crafts especially cross-stitch. A heart transplant thankfully saved her life on Nov 11, 1994 but abruptly ended her nursing career. However after a long, hard-fought recovery, she continued to serve by volunteering at blood donor clinics and on the Immaculata Hosp Ladies’ Auxiliary, the Communities in Bloom, and the Westlock Nurses Chapter, among others. Gail was a very thoughtful and generous person, sending cards and notes, remembering an occasion, or wrapping a home-made gift. She made many donations for causes that touched her heart such as the Humane Society, STARS Air Ambulance, and the Heart Transplant Program at the UofA Hospital. She had a great love and compassion for all animals, in particular dogs. In lieu of flowers and if friends so desire, a donation may be made in her name to one of her favorite charities or to the charity of one’s choice. Cremation has taken place with interment at a later date. At Gail’s request no formal service will be held. Instead, a “Memory Tea” honouring Gail will be held in the Auditorium at the Silver Birch Lodge, 910 Bison Way, Sherwood Park, AB on Saturday, Nov 29, 2014 at 1pm. Corner of Sherwood Drive and Bison Way, across from the RCMP. My mother wanted this gathering to be a casual affair in which people could share their memories of her over a snack and a cup of coffee or tea. Please join us in celebrating the life of this remarkable woman.

Gail Latimer

March 9, 1941 - November 8, 2014