Jenny was a cradle Anglican, born in sight of her beloved York Minster, and schooled in its shadow. A down to earth, forthright Yorkshire lass, who loved the Dales as dearly as she loved her adopted Canada, Jenny was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother Nai-Nai, a lifelong student and seeker, geographer, school psychologist, educator, poet, prayer, and healer. A gourmet chef, gracious hostess, home builder, romantic lover, intrepid traveler, navigator, cross-stitcher, star and moon gazer, activist, lover of the arts, voracious reader, deeply spiritual, a worshipper and leader in her Cathedral community. A tower of strength, an empathetic listener and confidante, caregiver, incredibly patient, thoughtful, intentional, forgiving, the rock for the family, calmly facing the storms of life. Fun loving, capricious, sparkling, with infectious laughter, an award-winning blackberry jelly maker and gardener. With her gentle kindness, compassionate wisdom, and generosity, Jenny was a mentor and an aspiration and inspiration to many.
Jenny lived her life to the fullest, accomplished, determined, confident, inclusive, regarding all she met as beloved children of their Creator, regardless of their life situation.
Fondly remembered and deeply missed by husband Ian, sons Robin (Mona), and Niall (Katie) and cherished grandsons Evan and Eddie in Taipei, by brother John (Carol) and by relatives and numerous friends in Vancouver and around the world.
November of 2016 Jenny was invested into the Order of the Diocese of New Westminster.
Her Citation reads:
Born and growing up in the shadow of York Minster, Jenny is truly a cradle Anglican. Jenny has been active in the ministry life of Christ Church Cathedral for over 40 years. Her early ministry was with the Church School and educational events. Jenny was active in leadership roles as chair of Parish Council, People’s Warden, Rector’s Warden, and co-chair of Legacy Stewardship. Jenny is a leader in worship and pastoral care, as an intercessor, reader, and in offering Healing Prayer and Healing Touch ministry.
If you wish, memorial donations may be made to the Cathedral Maundy Food Ministry or The 127 Society for Housing.
Life is short, we do not have much time to gladden the hearts of those
who travel the way with us, so be swift to love, make haste to be kind.