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BORN
1934
DIED
2024
Jacqueline Baldwin Obituary
announce the passing of Jacqueline Morse
Baldwin. On May 5, 2024 our mother,
grandmother, mentor, and friend passed gently,
surrounded by loved ones. We will miss her
forever and none of us would be who we are
without her constant support and kindness.
We are comforted to know she is at peace.
Jacqueline's life was greatly enhanced by the
many friends who cherished and supported
her, and health care workers in Prince George
and Terrace who provided her such loving care.
Her family is grateful to you, and please know
that even if you hadn't met up with Jacqueline
in a long time, she appreciated you and carried
you in her heart. We thank all of those who
have reached out and those who will; your kind
wishes and memories of Jacqueline will be
received and appreciated even if we aren't able
to respond.
Jacqueline was a poet, social and environmental
activist, mother, grandmother, actor, organic
farmer, musician, mentor, animal lover, teacher,
and a kind friend to all. Born and educated
in New Zealand, Jacqueline spent time in
extensive travel before beginning a rural life
as an organic farmer in 1969 in Loos, BC, a
remote area of the Canadian Rockies where
she raised her 3 children as a single parent. It
was there she met her true love and best friend
Allen Waldron, beginning an unconventional
relationship that continued until he passed in
2014. Allen supported Jacqueline to raise her
3 children, to nurture her grandchildren, and to
face life's challenges strengthened by his gifts
of love, laughter, music, and kindness. After
her children had left home in 1986, she moved
to Prince George where she was central to a
vibrant community of poets, artists, musicians,
and activists for over 30 years. Jacqueline's
poetry was published in many anthologies and
her 2 highly successful books Threadbare Like
Lace (1997) and A Northern Woman (2003)
brought her numerous literary awards. In 2021
she moved to Terrace to live with her daughter
and son-in-law, finding peace and happiness in
the mountains, rivers, and forests she loved.
Jacqueline was not a follower of a particular
religion but was a very spiritual person. She
believed that after her time on earth she would
be greeted and embraced by all her ancestors
and dear friends who passed before her, along
with every dog she ever loved. Jacqueline
is survived by her 3 children, son-in-law,
daughter-in-law, 5 grandchildren, their partners
and 1 great grandchild. She is also survived by
many relatives in New Zealand and innumerable
friends around the world.
We will be celebrating the life of our Northern
Woman in Prince George, BC on June 22 and on
June 23 in Loos, BC. The locations and details
will be provided in the coming days. Please
visit https://everloved.com/life-of/jacqueline-baldwin/
for more information about Jacqueline
and about the celebrations of her life. In lieu
of flowers please donate to any of the causes
Jacqueline so passionately supported.
The Baldwins and Family
Memories and Condolences
for Jacqueline Baldwin
12 Entries
Macaulay Baldwin
June 12, 2024
For anyone that would like to attend the wonderful Jacqueline Baldwin´s celebration of life events, this photo provides details of where and when they will take place. There are three events, the first two in Prince George and the third in Loos. We hope that you can make it to all, but will be happy to see you wherever you can join us!
Shawn Forsen Johnson
June 5, 2024
Sincerest condolences to the Baldwin family.
I will always remember Jackie as a smiling bright, positive, strong, such a kind woman with a fantastic laugh, and so pro "woman"´. I know she will be deeply missed and we are all fortunate to time spent with this lady.
Brittany R
June 3, 2024
Miss Jacqueline, you were such a magnificent & stoic woman.
I am very honored that I was one of your first HCW's in prince george. The time I spent with you & your family will be with me the rest of my life. Everyone I've ever taken care of in my profession, I take something morally valuable home with me. With each person it's different morals, values and teachings.
I extend my deepest condolences to Morgen and her family on the loss of such an amazing woman. Until we meet again Jacqueline, somewhere up in the sky. XoX
Sincerely,
" Nurse beautiful eyes "
Pierre & Karen Leroux
May 28, 2024
We were very honoured to have gotten to know Jacqueline in the last few years she lived in Prince George. Certainly a rare & unique Lady who was always full of conversation, interest in other people´s story & pride in her family. She left a definite mark in this world & her Spirit will live on in the Hearts that loved her. Sincere condolences & Blessings to all her family & friends.
Tom Leboe
May 25, 2024
May she rest in peace , she was a lovely lady.
Jewelles Smith
May 23, 2024
I have such incredible memories of Jacqueline during the years I was attending UBCO. I cherish the conversations we had about poetry-she was such an enthusiastic supporter of my writing. She shared stories of being a single mom with me-I was a single mum with two young boys at the time. Tea and conversation in her back yard at Dacha under her flowering tree, I cherish every memory. When I read her poems, I can hear her voice in my head. What a beautiful woman and friend.
My deepest condolences, Jewelles Smith
Vivien Lougheed & John Harris
May 23, 2024
This is how we remember Jacque - reading from Thread Bare Like Lace.
Pamela Blackier
May 22, 2024
I met Jackie years back in PG. A delightful and interesting soul. Rest in peace.
Elain Lamb
May 22, 2024
Morgen and family, I have so many wonderful memories and lots of laughter from times with your mom. I remember on trips to Scotland she asked us to take Threadbare like Lace to share with people and when we went to Ecuador she asked us to take 6 copies to the women´s prison in Quito. We arranged that through the Canadian Embassy. She was such a joy to spend time with. My heart goes out to all of you. Elain Lamb.
Larry Smith
May 21, 2024
Yes.... simply the truth of a genuinely nice person. Fondest memory of her while shopping among fruits in a store... tears of laughter in her eyes when I explained what the word "frisky" really meant. Rest now my friend.
Janice Grieves
May 20, 2024
Jackie was a dear friend and also known as Red Rock Jackie. We had many serious chats and had many laughs. She was one of a kind, a super talented and an amazing woman. RIP my dear friend.
Denise Goodkey
May 18, 2024
I knew Jacqueline peripherally when I lived in PG and admired her spunk and her zest for life. I am not a 'poetry person', but I own, and often turn to, Threadbare Like Lace. I hope she gets the funeral she envisioned in I Want The Pipes to Play the Flowers of the Forest.
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