SHEILA AYLING

Sheila Ayling, born in Moose Jaw on November 23, 1914, passed away May 24, 2010.  Sheila worked as a psychiatric nurse in Weyburn until she married Albert Ayling in 1936. They moved to the Dunkirk district where they farmed, later moving to Moose Jaw, where she worked at Valley View Centre  In her retirement, Sheila developed into a talented artist, doing many historic native portraits and Saskatchewan landscapes.  She also enjoyed visiting, travelling, and spending time with her family.  Predeceased by her parents Edward and Edith Pearce, husband Albert Ayling, brother Gerald Pearce, sisters Ruth Pearce, Eva Delday, and Pearl Thomas, granddaughter Cyndy Whiteside, brothers-in-law Bill Delday, Percy Quirk, Armand Oullette, and Earl Thomas.  She is survived by three daughters: Gayle (D’Arcy) Dunn – Summerland, BC, Marilyn (Marvin) Flynn – Cobble Hill, BC, and Sandra (Alex) Moglin – Lac Pelletier, SK; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; brothers Ted (Chris) Pearce and Harry (Jean) Pearce; and sisters Kay Quirk and Ida Ouelette.  Special thanks to the staff who cared for Mom while at Gravelbourg Foyer.  The Funeral Service will be held at W.J.Jones & Son Chapel on Friday May 28, 2010 at 1:30 pm.  Reverend Doug Hallman will officiate.  Interment will follow at Sunset Cemetery.  Memorials to the Sask. Heart & Stroke Foundation, 279 3rd Ave. N., Saskatoon, S7K 2H8, would be appreciated.  In living memory of Sheila, a tree will be planted in Besant Park by W.J.Jones & Son Funeral Home.   

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Bryan Olson - Qualicum Beach BC: When I was a child we used to visit Bert and Sheila Ayling on their farm at Dunkirk, Sask.  Sheila was always a great host and a good cook.  We had a great time with her children.  Thanks Sheila for all the wonderful memories.

Frances Pearce - Moose Jaw, SK: Gayle and family, Bob and I send our condolences. Gayle, I am unable to attend services, but hoping to chat with you. Frances Pearce

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