Mary was born in Wyseby Town, Kirkpatrick Fleming, Dumfriesshire, Scotland. She passed away peacefully at the amazing age of 108 at Holy Family Hospital and Residential Care Facility in Vancouver, BC. She arrived in Canada (Quebec) in September 1910 with Mother, Margaret Cochrane and sister Anne Cochrane. Mary was a graduate of John Oliver High School in 1922 and until her passing was the oldest living graduate of John Oliver. She was an outstanding athlete during her years. She starred in track and field and grass hockey and at 14 she won 5 events and broke many records, and was the Senior Girls High School Champion. She attended Normal School where she became a teacher but because of the difficulty of attaining a position in local schools, Mary went to work for BC Telephone all her life. She was an avid traveler and loved to tell stories of the wonderful places she visited and the people she met. She was a member of the BC Telephone Pioneers; played a great game of tennis at The Jericho Tennis Club and was an avid supporter of the John Oliver Historical Society. The family moved to Cedar Cottage in 1922 where they lived for many years. She was predeceased by her father; Gordon, mother Margaret, brothers: David and Thomas; sisters: Anne, Kathleen and Irene. She has numerous nephews, nieces, grand and great grand nephews and nieces and always paid special attention to each and every one of them. She was well loved by all who knew her. We will all miss her enthusiasm for life and the many wonderful stories that she shared with all of us. She was a grand lady! She loved and appreciated the care and support of family, friends and staff at Holy Family Hospital. There will be no service by request. Donations may be made to your favorite charity on her behalf.
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