Obituary of Mary Katrina Gervais

Mary Katrina Gervais (née Tiushkewicz) It is with heavy hearts that the family announces her peaceful passing in London, Ontario, at the age of 91. Mary was predeceased by her beloved partner, the late Sheldon Hilts. She was a loving and devoted mother to Monique, Diane Campbell (Terry), Roger (Shelley), Gayle, and Dean and stepchildren, Sherry, Kirk and Pam. She was a loving Baba to Dina (Dan Laprise), Kara (Joe Trussler), John, Jillian (Casey Sillers), Ryan, Evan (Cassandra), Matthew, Eric, Chantale (Cole Bonvarlez), Emilie, Taryon, and Preston; Great-Baba to Brenna, Kaden, Amettaia, Maria, Jack, Liam, Mallory, Kaytee-Ann, Kiptyn, Zandyn and Great-Great Baba to Eli. Mary was predeceased by her loving parents, John and Katerina Tiushkewicz, also dearest sister to Peter and to the late John and George Tiushkewicz. Mary also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends. Arriving from Belarus at the age of 3, Mary called Iroquois Falls home. Throughout her career, she worked as a Bookkeeper and in the kitchen at Anson Hospital. She was an active member of the community, serving in the Women’s Auxiliary Club and the Legion. She volunteered at the hospital’s Tuck Shop and helped deliver Meals on Wheels. Mary loved hockey, she was a Maple Leaf fan and attended all the hockey games at the Igloo. She especially loved watching her grandchildren and great-grandchildren at hockey, soccer, dance and cheerleading events. She loved reading, bowling and dancing, and enjoyed watching her children dance as they grew up. Quiet, yet friendly, easygoing, and very sociable, family and friends meant everything to her. “We are truly going to miss your beautiful smile, Mom!” Special thanks to the outstanding staff at Henley Place for their excellent care of Mary. A celebration of life will be held at a later date and further details will be shared when available. If you would like to honour Mary’s memory, please consider a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Alzheimer Society or The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #70.