JESPERSON: Grace Jesperson of Brandon, passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2004 at the Assiniboine Centre. Grace was born on September 6, 1915 in Strathclair, daughter of Herb and Isabella McFaddin. The family moved to Cardale, where Grace grew up. Grace married Andreas Jesperson June 26, 1935. They were married 52 years. Grace is survived by; her daughters, Shirley (Roy) Davidson of Flin Flon, Carol (Jim) Wood of Brandon, her son Brian (Monika) of Surrey B.C. There are seven grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Her brother Don McFaddin of Minnedosa, seven step-sisters, one step-brother also survive. She was predeceased by; her daughter, Andrea in 1974 and her husband Andreas in 1989. Grace enjoyed everything around her. She loved gardening and flowers. She enjoyed baking, which was thoroughly enjoyed by her grandchildren and sons-in-law. She travelled as well to Expo, Texas, Wisconsin Dells and to Denmark to meet her husband's family. When she was 85, she travelled to Alabama to enjoy her grandson's wedding. Grace seemed to love to work, she was energetic, independent and loved to have fun. She showed great strength in facing her medical condition. It was not easy for her to give up her ability to look after herself. Thank you to all her palliative care nurses and aides and thank you Dr. Mary Egan. The Funeral Ceremony will be held at Memories Chapel, 330 - 18th St. North on Saturday, July 31, 2004 at 1:30 pm. The Rev. Laird Russell-Yearwood will officiate. A private family graveside ceremony will be held at the Rapid City Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully declined. Friends who wish may make a donation in memory of Grace, to the Canadian Cancer Society, 193 Sherbrook Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B7. Expressions of Sympathy may be forwarded to memorieschapel@mts.net. Arrangements are with Memories Chapel and Pre-Planning Centre, 727-0330.
It's little things that mothers do,
things not often seen??
Sacrifices made while living out
every day's routine.
It's little things a mother does,
the things she knows she must,
The "being there" when each days through,
the love that builds up trust.
And though there's not a list
of every single thing she's done,
The heart remembers
and gives thanks for each and every one!
Memorials
Canadian Cancer Society