Born January 15, 1927 in Alliance, AB and passed away peacefully with family and friends at her side on September 24, 2014 at Selkirk Place, Victoria, BC. The family acknowledges the amazing care Mona received this past year at both Glengarry Hospital and Selkirk Place.
Mona was predeceased by her parents, Cornelius Daly and Barbara Bellwood and by her sisters, Peggy, Mary, Alice, Connie, Kay and brother, Ronnie. She was predeceased as well by her beloved husband, Bill in 1993 and by her cherished, son, Mark in 1997. She is lovingly remembered by her children, son, David and daughter-in-law, Angie; daughter, Jean Rawson and son-in-law, John; daughter, Donna Tarapaski; daughter-in-law, Janice and Rick. She is cherished by her 16 grandchildren, Colleen (Bill), Ryan (Michelle), James (Krista), Kristy (Ted), Janelle (Chris), Julene, Joy (Dave), Jessica (Clayton), Tom (Jen), Jill (Zee), Jeni, Matt, Molly, Adrian, Jennesta and Jamie and treasured by her 13 great-grandchildren, Nate, Nikki, Tyler, Mackenzie, Aidan, Charlee, Elliot, Ciara, Paxton, Braeden, Carson, Kaylan and Krista.
Please bring your stories to share for Mona’s Celebration of Life and Memorial Reception at McCall’s Downtown, Johnson & Vancouver Streets on Wednesday, October 1, 2014 at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, a donation to a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Bros. Funeral Directors
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Michelle
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Carolyn Newton A small piece of my heart is broken as we say goodbye to Aunty Mona. So many memories of the Sutherland visits to the farm, being able to have a sleep over in St Albert, the lemonaid stand she made for Maureen and I, her beautiful art work, her laughter when I would call Mark Marco Polo are just a few. She was so wonderful and caring when at a young age we lost our mom, her sister Connie. She always kept in close contact with Dad and helped us all through the grief and loss. She was a care giver to so many and did it with a smile and a hug. Her greatest tribute is the wonderful family her and uncle Bill raised. She was a lady who truly lived her Christianity and was a shiny example to us all. Our lives are so much richer for having known and loved her.
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Veronica Hecker Dear Jeannie, Donna and David,
I am remembering your dear Mom today as a woman of commitment to her beliefs, strong in her faith and love of God. She was an instrument of encouragement to many and especially to the renewal of spirituality at God’s perfect time for those of us who were open to receive. Jim and I certainly benefited greatly ever since in our lives and our faith, I am forever grateful to God for our knowing a stronghearted, brave and dedicated example dear Mona was to us. I smile now as I envision Jim and Mona sitting at the banquet table enjoying their Heavenly home. May God’s peace and comfort surround you all. Love, Veronica.
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David Sherwin 89th Avenue!
My earliest years I remember well. That portion of my life was made rich through 2 families on either side of us.: the Stan and Marg Hedstrom family to the east and the Bill and Mona Sutherland family to the west. It was with their sons, Bruce Hedstsrom and David Sutherland, that Ross and I played with constantly: from yard to yard and from home to home. I recall clearly one day when in the Sutherland home Mona, wanting us to play outside on such a sunny day, talked of the sunbeams outside and that we should go outside to catch them. This we raced out to do! Mona was someone so cheerful, positive and enthusiastic. She had the gift of joy and couldn’t keep it to herself. She shared it with everyone. How fortunate we all have been to know her. David, Jeanie and
Donna, we all share in the joy of knowing your Mom and of the sadness in her passing. And yet we are glad for her as she will now be overflowing with joy in heaven!
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Angela Eaton Mona was my great aunt. I am Marion Bush’s daughter and granddaughter to the late Peggy Bush.
I am sad to hear Mona has moved on as I know how close she was to her family (just as Peggy was to us) and I know she will be remembered and missed.
Much of my memories of Mona were in my childhood, and I recall a hall party… Anniversary?….maybe a milestone birthday?…anyways….uncle Bill was wearing a Hawaiian shirt….I remember thinking how lovingly Mona looked at Bill and I always hoped to find a true love like that. Now, together again, with her true love in heaven, I hope she is held in his arms with a “Mona smile” on her face.
As a kid I found Mona to be non judgemental, and if she had an opinion she would tell you in a tactful non threatening way with her gentle sweet nature.
Over the more recent years, the many challenges God has given her, she adapted and persevered and was still the smiling, positive, well dressed lady I always remembered her to be. (Just “Aunty Mona” but with a note pad in hand)
In my adult years, Mona visited my Grandma as often as moments and time would allow. And on one of the last visits they had before Peggy passed, (Mona had to write her conversations down at this point) they cupped each others hands and looked into each others eyes and without talking seemed like they recalled all their years together and hug hug hugged and kiss kiss kissed. Tonight, I imagine Mona and Peggy are grasping each others hands and reminiscing and “talking” in heaven today over a strong long awaited pot of tea.
Grandma looked up to Mona, even though Peggy was older, which is a testament to Mona’s maturity, leadership and wisdom that other people saw in her as well.
I am happy for Mona to be reunited with old friends and family in heaven but I know her loving doting family will truly miss her. She has left this world, but has taught her family well…shes a Daly…true to family, faith, life, morals, perseverance, honesty and love. I will take away many of these lessons taught by her and will not forget a “great” Aunt. Xoxo Angela
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Janet Goodwin I got to know Mona when she lived at St. Andrews Housing in Royal Oak area. She was a very special lady and I loved her dearly. We had long talks and a whole lot of fun and laughter over the years she was here. I missed her so when she moved. I have a lot of very fond memories of Mona and they are all in my heart. My condolences go out to all her family whom I know will miss her dearly May God grant you peace and understanding at this sad time.
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Fran Rodgers She was a great lady! She left her mark in St. Albert ,especially at the Open Door Prayer Group which she organized and helped lead for many years. She was always so loving and welcoming to everyone she met. We missed her greatly. Our condolences to all her family.
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Anne Moon Brave Mona. She gamely communicated with pen and paper, was extremely thoughtful to fellow tenants at St. John’s Court, and appreciated her friends. I’m sorry I did not know her in her more vigorous years. Sympathy to her family and friends.
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Stuart and Jenny Sherwin We were sad and relieved to hear of Mona’s passing. We know she wanted to go home for a while now, I prayed every day that she would receive the Lord’s peace and He would comfort her. Now, she is home and that peace is hers, we will miss her greatly.
Our fond memory of Mona is 30 years ago when Jenny and myself gave our hearts to the Lord. We told Mona & Bill of this event and while we told of our conversion, Mona literally danced with joy. This lady had a special relationship with our God and we have looked to her as a mentor thruout our Christwalk.
Her joy in the Lord, her joy in relationships, and her joy in family will be greatly missed.
We love you Mona, glad you’re home.
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Lynn Weedmark and Richard Dunstan Mona was a great friend, inspiration and encourager to us, both separately for many years and now in our courtship and marriage. We loved her sense of humour and her wisdom.
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Cindy Bobowik and the Cairns Family Mrs. Sutherland has been in my thoughts alot lately and now I know why. Through my friendship with you Jean, I gained another Mother who cared so much for the people in her life and took the time to help ease others burdens. I don’t think I ever heard her say a bad thing about anybody. Remember when we were kids and we’d be sitting in your back yard and she’d be telling us a story, I can’t remember the character but I remember how she had us all engrossed in the story, we kept coming back for more. She was a peacekeeper, trying to get us to see the other’s point of view. And artistic, she was amazing, I’m sure the Centennial book she put together is still in the Alberta Museum, and of course the Sorrel Cres signs she painted are still a point of conversation amongst the originals of Sorrel Cres. We won’t be able to join you for her Celebration of Life in person but we will be there in spirit. We are blessed to have known your Mom, she has left an imprint on many. Love to you all, Cindy, Phyllis, Al and the rest of the Cairns’.
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Maureen Labby What a wonderful friend Mona was to so many people in St. Albert! How often I have thought of her and how loving and gracious she was. God bless her and the family she leaves behind.
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Ross Sherwin A grand woman who was wonderful to many of us! I am glad Mona is now at rest. My thought are with all the family.
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Arthur Dodds We, Mona’s cousins in England, are deeply sorry to learn of her passing.
In her many letters, she kept us informed of family news. We send our sympathy to her family for their sad loss.
I had only met Grandma Suds one time and this was later in her life but i feel as i have known her forever with the stories i have heard from her large and loving family… She was an amazing lady and will be missed.. My prayers stay with the family.