Obituary of Katheen May Doig

Kathleen May Doig Kathleen May Doig, nee Gough, of Cranbrook, BC passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 in Cranbrook, BC at the age of 86. Kay was born on May 31, 1931 in Penticton, BC to Emily & Albert Gough. She attended high school in Port Kells, BC and after graduation married her first husband, George Skelton. They had five children together, three of whom, Lori, Mark and Virginia, died before the age of eight. In 1965, she married Walter Doig and moved from Calgary to Cranbrook with her two surviving daughters. She was an artist, athlete, skier, and a championship golfer; she was a walker, dancer, bridge player, and loyal member of Christ Church Anglican for 50 years. Above all, she was a friend in the true sense of the word. She wove herself gracefully and humbly into the hearts of everyone within her sphere. Kay is survived by her husband, Walter Doig, her two daughters, Debra Skelton and Cheryl King, her son-in-law, Bill Stalker, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and sisters Lilian Blystone and Margaret Osbourne. Kay's memorial service will be held on Tuesday, July 4, 2017 at 10.30 am at Christ Church Anglican in Cranbrook, BC with Reverend Yme Woensdregt officiating. You are invited to wear light, white or bright clothing. A reception will follow in the lower hall. All are welcome. In lieu of flowers, donations to Christ Church Anglican: Memorial Fund would be gratefully received. The family wishes to extend their profound gratitude to Doctor David Lenz for his extraordinary generosity of spirit, professional dedication and friendship; to Shelley Sullivan of Island Regional Health for her compassionate humanity and her support of our entire family; and to Reverend Yme Woensdregt for his offerings of comfort and for touching the spirit within that is the real Kathleen May Doig. Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service. Condolences for the family can be offered at: www.mcphersonfh.com