January 30, 1926 鈥� March 15, 2014
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dorothy, following a lengthy illness at Comox Valley Seniors Centre. Dorothy鈥檚 family would like to thank the staff for the excellent care she received. Dorothy was born in Chase River, BC on Jan. 30, 1926 to Margaret and Charles Polkinghorne. She was one of nine children and is survived by a brother David and a sister Margaret. Dorothy was predeceased by her husband of 54 years, Jack Graham. They raised their 3 children, Jackie (John), Kenneth (Mars), Dorothy (Grant) in Cumberland, BC. Dorothy has 7 grandchildren; Gail, Bruce, Steven, Marney, Wayne, Colton and Carson, 4 step grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.
She was lovingly known as Grandma 鈥淣o鈥� by many. Dorothy was an accomplished knitter and baker and enjoyed countless hours at her cabin on Comox Lake. She was also proud of her 50 years with her lodges, Rebekah鈥檚 and Phythian Sisters. Dorothy worked at CFB Comox for many years.
Dorothy鈥檚 family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Nurse Practitioner Erica Maynard for her extraordinary care and compassion.
A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, March 22 at 1:00PM from Comox Valley Funeral Home, Cremation and Reception Centre, 1101 Ryan Rd., Courtenay. Interment will follow at Cumberland Municipal Cemetery.