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Marie Trew Obituary
Marie Trew (Kehler)
September 30, 1928 - March 6, 2023
With great sadness and much love, the family of Marie Trew bids goodbye to our matriarch who passed away in Prince George on March 6, 2023, at the age of 94.
Marie was predeceased by her beloved husband Rodney Trew, son Randy Trew and his wife Cory, infant grandson Christopher Ollenberger, parents Peter and Rose Kehler, sister Clara and brother-in-law Harold Gorsalitz.
Marie is survived by her daughters - Jacquie Ollenberger (Randy) and Barbara Liden (Robert); grandchildren - Brian Ollenberger (Megan), Bonnie Woolnough (Tim), Charity FullerEvans (Dan), Amber Trew (Taylor), Jordon Liden (Vivian), Wesley Liden (Becky); great grandchildren - Connor, Evan, Blake, Graham, Loki, Saxon, Ryyah, Markku and Olivia.
Born in Prelate SK, Marie grew up and graduated high school in Leader SK. At just 17 she pursued her childhood dream of becoming a nurse by enrolling in St. Joseph's School of Nursing in Victoria, graduating in 1949. Returning to Saskatchewan as one of very few Registered Nurses working in small Saskatchewan towns, Marie took on huge responsibilities at a young age, including becoming Matron of a hospital at 23.
Marie first met Rod Trew at a cousin's wedding in Lemsford SK when she was 16. They met again by chance one evening at a dance after she had returned to Saskatchewan to work as an RN, and from that moment their love story began. They were married on July 4, 1953 and moved to Edmonton where Marie had a job lined up at the Edmonton General Hospital. She continued nursing in Edmonton, where Jacquie and Randy were born in 1954 and 1956. In the spring of 1960 when Marie was already very pregnant with Barbara, Marie and Rod moved their family to Fort Nelson to set up and manage a retail store for a friend. In 1962, in partnership with that same friend, they moved to Hudson's Hope where the construction of the W.A.C. Bennet dam had begun, to establish Rod's News and Men's Wear. They remained in Hudson's Hope for 34 years, where they worked hard and immersed themselves in community service, social activities, curling, snowmobiling, boating, music and dancing, lasting friendships and travel.
In 1991 they sold the store and retired, and in 1996 they moved to Saskatoon to be close to Marie's mother Rose, who lived to the amazing age of 102. After several heart attacks and a stroke, her beloved Rod passed away in 2001. With her mother and only sister still in Saskatoon, Marie remained there until after they had both passed away.
In 2010, Marie moved to Prince George. With minimal help, and despite multiple health challenges, she was able to live fairly independently, joining two seniors' centres, playing bridge, travelling, and making many new friends.
Like many seniors, COVID was difficult for Marie. As a very social person, the isolation from her extended family and friends and inability to travel was tough. She had an unlimited phone plan and made good use of it, spending many hours staying in touch with family and maintaining her friendships. Jacquie and Randy are blessed to have had her here in Prince George these past 13 years.
Last spring, with her health deteriorating, it was time to sell her condo and move to The Chateau. After just 5 months she moved to Gateway Assisted Living where there was the opportunity for more assistance when it became necessary. A few weeks ago, we knew she was likely not long for this world. We are thankful for the staff at Gateway, at Prince George Hospice and for Dr. Denise McLeod who has looked after Mom like she was her own mother.
We plan to gather in her honour in a few weeks. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Prince George Hospice Palliative Care Society.
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/11187813
September 30, 1928 - March 6, 2023
With great sadness and much love, the family of Marie Trew bids goodbye to our matriarch who passed away in Prince George on March 6, 2023, at the age of 94.
Marie was predeceased by her beloved husband Rodney Trew, son Randy Trew and his wife Cory, infant grandson Christopher Ollenberger, parents Peter and Rose Kehler, sister Clara and brother-in-law Harold Gorsalitz.
Marie is survived by her daughters - Jacquie Ollenberger (Randy) and Barbara Liden (Robert); grandchildren - Brian Ollenberger (Megan), Bonnie Woolnough (Tim), Charity FullerEvans (Dan), Amber Trew (Taylor), Jordon Liden (Vivian), Wesley Liden (Becky); great grandchildren - Connor, Evan, Blake, Graham, Loki, Saxon, Ryyah, Markku and Olivia.
Born in Prelate SK, Marie grew up and graduated high school in Leader SK. At just 17 she pursued her childhood dream of becoming a nurse by enrolling in St. Joseph's School of Nursing in Victoria, graduating in 1949. Returning to Saskatchewan as one of very few Registered Nurses working in small Saskatchewan towns, Marie took on huge responsibilities at a young age, including becoming Matron of a hospital at 23.
Marie first met Rod Trew at a cousin's wedding in Lemsford SK when she was 16. They met again by chance one evening at a dance after she had returned to Saskatchewan to work as an RN, and from that moment their love story began. They were married on July 4, 1953 and moved to Edmonton where Marie had a job lined up at the Edmonton General Hospital. She continued nursing in Edmonton, where Jacquie and Randy were born in 1954 and 1956. In the spring of 1960 when Marie was already very pregnant with Barbara, Marie and Rod moved their family to Fort Nelson to set up and manage a retail store for a friend. In 1962, in partnership with that same friend, they moved to Hudson's Hope where the construction of the W.A.C. Bennet dam had begun, to establish Rod's News and Men's Wear. They remained in Hudson's Hope for 34 years, where they worked hard and immersed themselves in community service, social activities, curling, snowmobiling, boating, music and dancing, lasting friendships and travel.
In 1991 they sold the store and retired, and in 1996 they moved to Saskatoon to be close to Marie's mother Rose, who lived to the amazing age of 102. After several heart attacks and a stroke, her beloved Rod passed away in 2001. With her mother and only sister still in Saskatoon, Marie remained there until after they had both passed away.
In 2010, Marie moved to Prince George. With minimal help, and despite multiple health challenges, she was able to live fairly independently, joining two seniors' centres, playing bridge, travelling, and making many new friends.
Like many seniors, COVID was difficult for Marie. As a very social person, the isolation from her extended family and friends and inability to travel was tough. She had an unlimited phone plan and made good use of it, spending many hours staying in touch with family and maintaining her friendships. Jacquie and Randy are blessed to have had her here in Prince George these past 13 years.
Last spring, with her health deteriorating, it was time to sell her condo and move to The Chateau. After just 5 months she moved to Gateway Assisted Living where there was the opportunity for more assistance when it became necessary. A few weeks ago, we knew she was likely not long for this world. We are thankful for the staff at Gateway, at Prince George Hospice and for Dr. Denise McLeod who has looked after Mom like she was her own mother.
We plan to gather in her honour in a few weeks. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Prince George Hospice Palliative Care Society.
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/11187813
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Published by The Prince George Citizen from Mar. 13 to Mar. 16, 2023.
Memories and Condolences
for Marie Trew
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Judy Dix
March 15, 2023
It has been an honour and a joy for me to find a new friend and Bridge Buddy in Marie. We had so much fun together. For the last 13 years our Seniors Bridge Club have enjoyed Marie's sense of humour and good bridge play - she will be so missed by us all. Judy.
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