August 12, 1932 – May 27, 2022

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our mother Gertrude (Gert) Margaret LaPierre on May 27, 2022, at the age of 89 years in Kamloops BC.

Gert was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia on August 12, 1932, to parents John and Margaret McDonald where she remained until her marriage in 1952, then following her husband around the globe supporting his military career until his final posting in Kamloops, BC in 1974.

Throughout her life in Kamloops, Gert supported many service clubs by volunteering her time as well as working full time in the hospitality industry and supporting her children and grandchildren.

Gert is predeceased by her husband Edward, son Michael, two brothers and a sister.

Gert leaves to cherish her memory her daughter Wendy (Lloyd) Doucette, son Edward (Jaimie) LaPierre and daughter-in-law Rita LaPierre, sister Joan Creelman and brother Jack McDonald as well as 5 grandchildren and 3 bonus grandchildren, as well as numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

A Service of Remembrance will be held on Friday, June 10, 2022 at 12 noon at Schoening Funeral Service, 513 Seymour Street, Kamloops, BC.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the charity of your choice in Mom’s name.

“An ordinary life filled with Extraordinary stories”

Condolences may be expressed at Schoening Funeral Service.

• Date : 2022-06-27
• Location : Kamloops