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Povey, Sheila Gayle
Passed: August 8, 2018
Service:
Wednesday, August 8, 2018 at 12:00 a.m.

Povey, Sheila Gayle

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SHEILA GAYLE POVEY, passed away with her family at her side at the Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge, on Saturday, August 4, 2018 at the age of 83.

SHEILA GAYLE POVEY, passed away with her family at her side at the Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge, on Saturday, August 4, 2018 at the age of 83.

Sheila is survived by her husband William Povey; children Sharon (Darrell) Nason, Neal (Mel) Povey and Lynette (Bob) Billington; as well as six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Cheryl (Brian) Gash of Taber, AB.

Sheila was predeceased by her father Richard Mercer, mother Evelyn Mercer, sister Valerie Stafford, brother-in-law Rod Stafford and niece Wendy Fyfe.

Sheila was a compassionate, thoughtful and honourable woman who loved her family and animal companion, Bobbie.

Bill and Sheila were married on September 15, 1956. She loved playing golf in her younger years, and watching it on TV after she could no longer play.

A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, on Wednesday, August 8, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. with Canon Allan McCuaig officiating.

A Private Family Interment will be held prior to the service in Mountain View Cemetery.

In memory of Sheila, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 210D - 12A Street North, Lethbridge, AB, T1H 2J1

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, August 11, 2018

Mrs. Povey was one of the many memorable moms growing up in our Lakeview neighbourhood. She always had a warm smile, and a kind wish for everyone she encountered on her daily walks. Her laugh and smiling eyes I will remember. May you rest gently! Sincere condolences.

Linda Williams (Robinson), August 10, 2018

My deepest condolences to you all at this time.

Liz Mihaly, August 7, 2018

My sincere condolences to Bill and family. Remember Sheila's visits to the Sportsplex and our long chats. Lovely lady.

Susan Graham, August 7, 2018

So many fond memories of Mrs. Povey from my childhood, especially the yummy birthday cakes she used to make. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.

Jody Johnson, August 7, 2018