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LADE, Thelma May

May 1, 1926 - Apr 3, 2021

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With sadness we announce the loss of our family's finest jewel, Thelma Lade, who passed comfortabl­y in her sleep on April 3, at The Residence at Morgan Heights in Surrey.

Her life was distinctly defined by "music and family", and she left a remarkable legacy in both. In the words of a song she played so well, "Make me a blessing to someone today", this was the theme of her life. A beautiful, selfless, hard-working and talented lady who never failed to offer her smile and bring a chuckle with her quick wit and subtle, uncontaina­ble sense of humour!

She will be most remembered for her incredible skills on the piano and organ, blessing thousands of people with her playing, both profession­ally and in volunteer service to the church. She never stopped playing, joking, and dressing up every day through to her last! A gem in a special generation who will long be remembered, respected, and missed! We thank her for her shining example and for her unwavering love and devotion to her faith and family!

Predecease­d by husband Paul and survived by their children Wes Lade (Carol), Darlene Pekrul (Al), Melodie Richards (Dave), Laurel Thomas (Jim, deceased), Carol Carlson (Julian), 17 grandchild­ren, 28 great grandchild­ren, and numerous beloved in-laws.

To leave a condolence message see https://www.dignitymem­orial.com Regrettabl­y due to COVID no public service is possible at this time.

Honour their memory!

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