Mary Elizabeth RODE

It is with heartache, eased by numerous memories, that we mark the death of Mary Rode, wife, mother, grandma, auntie, friend. Raised in Kerrisdale, Mary and her husband 'Howie' made their lifelong home in Lynn Valley, until dementia robbed her of independence but not her independent spirit. Mary's passions in life were music and mountains. Mary studied piano, sang in choirs and light opera choruses, and played low brass in concert bands. She pursued her love of the outdoors with the Varsity Outdoor Club, Alpine Club of Canada, Dogwood Canoe Club, VNHS, as well as on family camping, hiking, skiing, paddling and mountaineering adventures. A generous volunteer behind the scenes, she is a recipient of the ACC Distinguished Service award. Mary is survived by her husband Howard, daughter Marilynn (Chris), son Brian (Heidi), grandchildren Jeff, Peter, Erica, Liam, Lar, and Lochlan, nieces and nephews. A celebration of Mary's life will be held Wed. Aug 29, 1 – 4 pm at the (new) Enquist Lodge on Mt. Seymour. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to North Shore Rescue.