Condolences

• June 24, 2021

  Burgess Carrie

  To All of Elsie's Dear Family, There are simply no words adequate to describe our appreciation of the life of Elsie Christine Hillis! She made an eternal and total-life-enhancing difference in the lives of "Stephen," Carrie, Michael, Ryan and Kristin Burgess. We will miss her as we know you all are! Our love and comforting thoughts have been coming your way since we heard of her passing, and will do so for many, many days to come. All take care, be well and stay safe! Our family's connection to Elsie began many, many years ago! We were not aware of that until she began working for Stephen and she and I (Carrie) had opportunities for such fun visits and talks many times. I will hear Elsie's special laugh forever. We discovered that Elsie had lived in Wembley for some time years back where she attended some grade school. (A Torgerson connection to the Andersons - sawmilling maybe?) While there she met my Mom (Margaret Taylor Anderson) who worked in the Wembley Department Store. She told me that she and her friends really liked going into the store, partly because my Mom was there. Elsie described her as a young woman always so nicely dressed (Mom loved clothes which the girls admired) with beautiful long, dark, wavy hair (she was Scottish) who was so nice to them when they went in to shop for (usually) treats - ice cream I think. That would have been back in the mid 1940s, long before I was even thought of. Elsie began working with Stephen when he was articling with Charlie M. in 1972/73, (I believe). She asked to go with him when he decided to go out on his own. Stephen considered Elsie more of a partner than an employee, in fact, that is how he considered many of the girls who worked for him, but Elsie was "the one!" He told me many times that during his articling year and beyond he had learned more from Elsie than from any lawyer. If here today, Stephen would tell you that Elsie was just as responsible for the Burgess success in Grande Prairie a

• June 24, 2021

  Smith Pender and Donn

  our hearts are heavy at the loss of Elsie. She was a sweet and caring lady with a warm and gracious smile that was always there. We will miss her presents in our lives. May the wonderful memories of Mom and grandma stay with you all and comfort you all in the coming days, and knowing she has gone to her reward we pray it gives you great peace.💕

• June 24, 2021

  Matvichuk Janice

  So sorry to all your families for the loss of Elsie. Elsie was such a wonderful lady whom I had the pleasure to work with. May she now be at peace.

• June 24, 2021

  Siemens Ruth and George

  Sincere condolences. Elsie was a Sweetheart. Loved her smile and warmth. Now forever smiling in her eternal home! And one by one we are leaving for the place we have long sung about and dreamed about. We are praying for you and may you have a great celebration of Elsieâ??s life. Hugs, George and Ruth

• June 24, 2021

  Logan Judi

  Elsie and I worked together for many years as legal secretaries. Outside of work we were fast friends. A group of 4 of us (Elsie, myself, Gwen Patterson and Margaret Brocklesby, travelled together. Sadly, Gwen and Margaret predeceased both Elsie and I. Elsie and I shared the same birthday - February 21st. She was 16 years older than I, but she was one of my best friends. Bruce and I send our condolences to all of Elsie's children and their families. Rest in Peace Dear Friend. Judi and Bruce Logan

• June 24, 2021

  Risvold Gail

  I send thoughts of sincere sympathy. What a woman Elsie was - Kind, classy, witty, and she was a wonderful friend. Mom and Elsie were called 'The Bobbsey Twins' at Pioneer Lodge. Elsie had the gift of gab and a great sense of humour. She was interested in others and in all the happenings around her. She loved her family and she was proud of her roots. Yes, she came from a loving home which gave her a very solid foundation. I envision her in the arms of her Savior and with the loved ones who passed before her.

• June 24, 2021

  Beilman Jan

  So very sorry to hear of your loss, she was a warm and wonderful lady.

• June 24, 2021

  Logan Judi

  I apologize, everyone, for not being able to attend Elsie's Celebration of Life. We have freezing rain and the warning continues. Bruce had a total hip replacement this summer and it is so slippery here that Elsie would have pitched a fit if she thought we were going to traverse the icy roads and slippery walking conditions. Please know that we will be thinking of you and praying for all of you when 1 pm arrives this afternoon. Your mother was a very good friend to me over the years. We had a lot of fun together - Elsie, me, Gwen Patterson and Margaret Brocklesby. I will miss your mother dearly! Judi (Logan formerly McLaughlin)

• June 24, 2021

  Burls Marie

  Our condolences to all the family. She was a wonderful neighbour with a zest for life. The love and bond of the family was wonderful to see and experience With our love Phil, Marie, Jasmine, Jade, and Juliet We have fond memories of Juliet and Elsie Nana playing on her garden swing.