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Elsie Pickard Obituary
PICKARD - Elsie Passed away peacefully at the Buchanan Care Lodge in New Westminster, July 30, 2008. She is remembered fondly by her family: husband, Jack; daughter, Brenda; son, Gary, his wife, Jane and their two children Jenina and Joshua; surviving siblings, brother Ivar Lorentzen and his wife Peggy of Langley, B.C. and sister Ally Peterson of Fresno California; and deceased brother Koree Lorentzen of Pender Harbour B.C. Many will remember Elsie briskly taking her walks through New Westminster's picturesque neighbourhoods, coffee at the Quay or Starbucks. She and her husband lived on Durham St. for over 60 years in a quaint house built by John Pickard, Senior. Husband, Jack, now resides at George Derby Care Center for Veterans. The family graciously requests donations be made to the Alzheimer's Society or Salvation Army - New Westminster. A small service was held for the immediate family.
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Sandy Butler
September 14, 2008
Auntie Elsie was always welcoming and warm, and will forever occupy a special place in my heart and memories. Hugs to all the rest of her family - remember the good times.
Shari Paloutzian
September 11, 2008
We share in the sorrow of the loss of Elsie. She a gracious lady and a wonderful sister and aunt, great-aunt and great, great aunt. She was someone we all could depend on to be with us to share in our joys and share the burden of our sorrows. We all have wonderful memories of her visits and the joy she brought us all. She will be missed greatly. We love you, Aunty Elsie. All of us in California---Ally Peterson, Shari and Rod Paloutzian, Karen and John Pritchett. Brett and Christy Paloutzian and family and Bonnie and Dirk Paloutzian and Family
Susan Perkuhn
September 8, 2008
Hi Dana,
My sympathies to you and your family. While logically one can say that your mother may be better off released from this life after a lengthy illness, it still is a major loss for those left behind.
Thinking of you.
Valerie Archer
September 7, 2008
Dearest Brenda:
I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. Your poem was so powerful . I do not know how to contact you as we have not spoken in a long time. May you find comfort knowing others care...please contact me at your convenience so we can connect again. With gentle thoughts, Valerie and family.
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Ken Stewart
September 6, 2008
I remember the many times my parents and Elsie and Jack partied over the years May she rest in peace
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