Born in Rosetown, Saskatchewan on October 3, 1925 and passed away peacefully on July 14, 2014. Elaine graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in 1946 with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Psychology. Married Merv Johnson of Beadle, Saskatchewan on October 5, 1946. Lived on a farm there and during that time served on the Regional Library Board, Co-op Board, Co-op Women’s Guild and was Women’s President of the National Farmers Union. While in London, England, was President of the Canadian Women’s Club 1982. Lived in Victoria since 1983 where she canvassed for various charitable organizations. Was a member of Uplands Golf Club and Saanich Probus Club. Survived by four children, Merlayna, Morley (Debra), Gordon (Sheila) and Janice (Will); grandchildren, Laura (Chris), Sandi, Gavin (Lindsay), Tekla (Derrick), Bart (Reia), Helaina, Zena, Clare, Stuart, Sally and Jill and great-grandchildren, Allie, Jorja, Vivianne, Daxton, and Halee; brother, Morley, Rosetown, Saskatchewan; sister, Adele (Fred), B.C., sister-in-law, Doris Aseltine, Tisdale, Saskatchewan.
Please join our family for a memorial reception celebrating Elaine’s life on Saturday, August 16, 2014 at 2:00 pm in McCall’s Family Centre, Johnson & Vancouver Streets. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choice.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
www.mccallbros.com
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Marlene Poole
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Lorna Rennie Merlayna I love these words by an unknown author: “Your Mother Is Always With You. She lives inside your laughter. She’s the place you came from, your first home and she’s the map you follow with every step you take. She’s your first love, your first friend, your first heartbreak and nothing on earth can separate you, not time, not space, not even death will separate you from your Mother. You carry her inside you.”
Thinking of you and your dad.
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Lyn & Del Volk So sorry to hear of Elaine’s passing.
Although we didn’t see her often we will miss her positive attitude and wonderful smile.Another loss for Hollydene Place.
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Jim condolences to e Marv and family on the losss of a very kind and bright lady
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Lorraine Longmire Pommen A remarkable woman and a remarkable life. Such wonderful memories of her on the farm near Beadle. I still have a recipe for her Double Chocolate Chip cookies after having eaten way too many of them on the farm. Reconnecting here in Victoria was a pleasure and our families share so many memories. Her wonderful laugh was a joy to hear. Our family from Beadle is keeping all of you in our thoughts at this time.
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Valla Eiriksson My condolences to the Johnson families at this sorrowful time. Elaine was such a remarkable woman and although we didn’t see the family often, I have very fond memories of her from both Kindersley and Victoria. She was one of those people who was loved by everyone who knew her, for her sparkling personality, her kindness and her genuine interest in others’ lives.
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Joan Wilson We are sad to hear of Aunt Elaine’s passing. Thankfully she went peacefully and with her family’s and Uncle Merv’s support and love. I will always remember Aunt Elaine’s delighful laugh, or was it a giggle… and laughter was always close at hand when Aunt Elaine was nearby as she saw the humour in most situations. I am sure you will all miss her wonderful presence for some time to come. Love to you all and special love to you Uncle Merv…hang in there! Joan
I am very sorry to hear of Elaines passing. I knew her through the Commonwealth Book Club. I always appreciated her comments and interest in everyone. Even though I have never met any of her family I pass on my sincere sympathy to all of you. Marlene Poole