Melva DWYER Obituary
October 29, 1919 - November 13, 2017
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved sister and great-aunt with family at her side. Born in Kamloops, she was a teacher and Girl Guide leader. Obtaining her Librarian's Degree, she worked at UBC's Library and became head and lecturer of the Fine Arts Division. She received a Canadian Librarian's Award for her services and Professor Emerita. Melva was also very involved in the Vancouver and B.C Historical Society, where she also received an award. In retirement she lived for many happy years at Crescent Beach. Her final address was in North Vancouver to be close to family. A family celebration of life will be held at a later date.
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Lynda Siggers
December 12, 2019
I worked for Miss Dwyer in the Fine Arts Room, UBC Library in the early 60s. She was very kind to me and I found her to be a very intelligent and interesting person. I enjoyed the time I spent in the Library.
Sylvia Fraser
November 28, 2017
I worked for Miss Dwyer in my first job at UBC library. She was a very clever and interesting person. I've always thought a lot of her.
Bill Wood
November 20, 2017
A wonderful person to work with and a real champion of the fine arts and fine art librarianship.
jane shinn
November 19, 2017
an amazing woman and one that was important in my life. a teacher, a mentor and a friend. it was a privilege to work for her and learn from her.
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November 18, 2017
I worked with "Miss Dwyer" in the Fine Arts Library in the 60's.
She was a very kind and knowing teacher. My condolences to
her family.
Lynda Kincade
November 18, 2017
I had the privilege of working for "Miss Dwyer" at UBC many years ago. I thought the world of her.
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