January 21, 1923 – September 10, 2014
Alma Foreman was born on January 21, 1923 on a farm near Elstow, Saskatchewan.
On June 30, 1942 in Regina Alma joined the Canadian Army where she served until she was discharged on March 4, 1946 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She met her soon to be husband Homer (Bud) Foreman and they were married August 3, 1946. Throughout her life Alma followed Bud as he was transferred to numerous bases in Canada, including a 4 ½ year posting in France. During that time Alma, Bud and their son traveled throughout Europe visiting many countries and various battlefields and monuments from both world wars. Bud retired in 1967 and he and Alma moved to Kamloops, BC. When Bud died in 1983 Alma moved into a small townhouse where she lived until she moved to Berwick on the Park in June 2010. Alma’s stay at Berwick was short and she passed away peacefully on September 10, 2014. Alma’s loves and hobbies included Sewing, Gardening, Canning, Baking and cooking, crosswords and cards. Alma is predeceased by her Husband Bud, her 4 brothers Bill, Harry, Ed and Leonard and her 2 sisters Frieda and Bertha. Alma is survived by her Son Douglas (Crystal) and numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kamloops branch of the SPCA 1211 8th Street, Kamloops, BC V2B 2Y3
At Alma’s request cremation has taken place and there will be no service.
Special thanks to the Nursing and care workers at Berwick on the Park.
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