MYRNA ELAINE POIRIER (née Orr), of Lethbridge, wife of the late Joseph Poirier, passed away peacefully at St. Michael’s Health Centre, following a struggle with illness, on Saturday, November 11, 2023 at the age of 88 years.

Myrna is survived by her sister, Verda Perkinson and brothers, Boyd and Lloyd Sillito, along with many nieces and nephews who will miss her wit and sarcastic humour.

Besides her beloved husband Gil, she was predeceased by parents Amos Orr and LaVon Sillito; first husband and love of her life, Jim Martin; her sisters Wilma Smith, Nola Shurtz, and brother Dale.

Myrna was born September 30, 1935 in Cardston, AB. She was fiercely devoted to her family and friends, and loved and treasured the times spent together, whether it was cooking, camping, or just visiting and sharing stories and laughter. She will be fondly remembered for her passion for dancing, curling, basketball and baseball; she would never miss a game of her favourite team the Toronto Blue Jays.

A Celebration of Myrna’s life will take place at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32nd Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta on Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. The Celebration of Life will be live-streamed and may be viewed through Myrna’s obituary on the Cornerstone website.

Following the Celebration of Life, Myrna will be laid to rest in Orton Cemetery.

Friends and family wishing to honour Myrna may choose to send a memorial donation to Royal Canadian Legion – General Stewart Branch No. 4, 2019 – 4 Avenue S, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 5X5.

 

To send a condolence, please visit www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

• Date : 2023-11-11
• Location : Lethbridge, Alberta