Obituary of Judith Watson Billmark

1946 - 2013

It is with great sorrow that the family of Judith Watson Billmark announces her passing on Wednesday, February 13, 2013 in Cranbrook, B.C., at 66 years of age.

Judy was born on May 24, 1946 in Cranbrook where she was raised and she completed her early education. Judy then attended the school of nursing at Vancouver General Hospital where she completed her studies and became a Registered Nurse. Judy and Gary were married in 1966 and lived in Prince Rupert and Vancouver before returning to Cranbrook in 1968. Judy worked at the Cranbrook Hospital from 1968 to 2000 until being diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis. She then went on to long term disability until retirement in 2006. Judy worked in many different areas of nursing during her career including general duty, critical care, emergency, infection control, education & eventually nurse manager of medical/paediatrics on 3rd floor. Judy enjoyed travelling to various places including Hawaii and Europe. Her main enjoyment in her later years were her grandchildren, Aiden & Sophie and her mini Dachshund's Fritz & Oke. She got great joy from researching genealogy and attending Kootenay Ice games where she could visit with friends.

The family would like to thank Dr. K. Wentworth, Dr. E. Sawatsky and all the staff at East Kootenay Regional Hospital for the care and compassion that they showed Judy during her illness.

Judy is survived by her husband Gary of 46 years; daughter Lara (Tony) Billmark; grandchildren Aiden & Sophie; son Todd (Jane) Billmark; brother Bob (Becky) MacKay, sister Darlene (Rocco) Angelozzi; sister-in-law Eleanor Skailes and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents William W. and Vivian C. MacKay.

A memorial service for Judy will be held on Thursday, February 21, 2013 at 2:00 pm at McPherson's Funeral Chapel in Cranbrook. In lieu of flowers, donations in honour of Judy can be made to the: B. C. Lung Association, 2675 - Oak Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6H 2K2.

 

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.

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