Val leaves behind her 3 children, Gary, Janet (Phil Scott), and Donna (Jim Cole), grandchildren Samantha, Alexandra, Erin, Geoffrey, and Amelia and great granddaughter Rosalie. She was predeceased by husbands Alexs Kry and Gordon Ferguson. She is survived by her sisters Bärbel and Karin (Ron Routledge) and predeceased by her sister Margot and brother-in-laws Dietger Reim and Robert Sabiston.
Val was born in Bremen, Germany, Nov. 21, 1926. She studied nursing in England and the adventurer she was, became the first member of her extended family to arrive in Canada in 1952. Soon after her arrival, she nursed at Lions Gate Hospital where she stayed for over 30 years.
North Vancouver became her home for life where she proudly raised her family. Mom was passionate about family and was the “glue”. In her early years, Mom canned fruit and vegetables, learnt and taught us to make pierogies, encouraging a connection to our Ukrainian heritage. She even sewed her daughters matching dresses and taught us to knit. Mom loved organizing family dinners and often extended a warm welcome to friends and even strangers, creating a feeling of belonging. She willingly babysat her grandchildren and loved them all unconditionally. Mom carried on with family life while continuing to work full-time. What energy and so generous! We will miss her presence.
Outside of work, Val was an avid traveler, played bridge with a variety of groups, met her nurse friends for lunch, enjoyed square dancing and golf, as well as being an enthusiastic member of the FM club. Those who knew her well, remember her as an empathetic, tenacious, and determined person.
We are very grateful to the staff at Berkeley Care Centre for their dedicated and thoughtful care. In lieu of flowers a donation in mom’s name to the Lions Gate Hospital would be appreciated.
No ceremony will be held by request.
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