McRae , Barbara Irene (nee Small)
Posted Sep 23, 2020 | 10:35 AM
It is with great sadness that the family of Barbara Irene McRae announces her passing on Sunday, September 20, 2020, at the age of 92 years.
Barbara was born in Salmon Arm, BC on March 15, 1928. She was the eldest of seven children born to George and Anna Small. She married Ritchie McRae on June 25, 1947 and together they raised five children. Barbara loved farming life, gardening, baking, and cooking, but most of all, she loved her family. Their home was always open to family and friends and filled with love.
Barbara will be sadly missed by her children: Marilyn McRae, Clara (Alf) Parlee, Sandra East, Gary (Betty) McRae, and Glenda McRae (Monte Marsh); 17 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and sisters Thelma Crerar and Deann Regan.
She was predeceased by her husband Ritchie McRae, parents George and Anna Small, brother George Small and Arthur Small, sisters Evelyn Sutherland and Shirley Fulk, and son in-law Jim East.
A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, September 25, 2020, at 11:00am, at Glen Leslie Cemetery. If it is raining the service will be held at Bezanson Church.
Memorial donations may be made to Grande Spirit Foundation – Lakeview Lodge (9505 102 Ave., Grande Prairie, AB, T8V 7G9).
Condolences may be sent by visiting www.oliversfuneralhome.com
- Date : 2020-09-20
- Location : Clairmont, Alberta