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It is with great sadness the family of Blanche Bowers announces her passing on September 28, 2008 at G. R. Baker Memorial Hospital.


Blanche was born in Everwood, England on September 10, 1911. Blanche had a full life with many memories of friends and family. She had a great love for her flower gardens and all animals. A passion for cards, entertaining and was an excellent cook.


Blanche was predeceased by her first husband Bert Emmelkamp, sister Joy Buchanan, twin brother Ronald Lauder, grandson Bob Gassoff, son-in-laws Bill Miller and Clyde Sword.


Her death is mourned by husband George, daughters Denise Gassoff (Albert), Blanche Miller (Ray Susag), Deanna Endman (Richard), son Ron Emmelkamp (Judy), numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.


A memorial tea was held at Maeford Place on October 2, 2008 at 1:30. Anyone wishing to make donations in Blanches memory may do so to Quesnel Palliative Care.