The last living founder of a West Kelowna sawmill died earlier this week.
Eunice Gorman, one of the co-founders of the Gorman Bros Lumber, died on Thursday (Sept. 16). She had just celebrated her 100th birthday 24 days ago, according to the company含羞草研究社檚 social media.
含羞草研究社淓unice passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by members of her family, who were singing hymns of faith to ease her passing,含羞草研究社 the company said.
含羞草研究社淪he had celebrated her 100th birthday only 24 days ago and has spent the last weeks reflecting on an incredible life lived.含羞草研究社
To celebrate her 100th birthday, employees from all Gorman sites were treated to goods from local bakeries. Over 1,000 employees also signed a birthday card for her, congratulating her on a long life.
含羞草研究社淓unice was delighted to get a letter from Queen Elizabeth (II) herself, congratulating her on her 100th birthday,含羞草研究社 the company said.
含羞草研究社淓unice, like the other founders, always believed that family and community were important.含羞草研究社
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