Grace Sedman (1924 - 2023)

Born 3 Dec 1924 in Hope, Northumberland and Durham, Ontario, Canada

Ancestors

Wife of Derrill Cordelle — married about 1947 in British Columbia, Canada [uncertain]

Died 27 Feb 2023 at age 98 in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada [uncertain]

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Biography

Grace was born in 1924. She was the daughter of Samuel Sedman and Annie Oram. She passed away after 2013.

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Grace Isabel Cordelle

February 27, 2023

F7Z1R6H3-20230308162921 February 27, 2023 It is with profound sadness that the family of Grace Isabel Cordelle, of West Kelowna, BC, announces her passing on February 27, 2023, at the age of 99. Grace is predeceased by her husband Derrill; her son David; her parents, Samuel and Annie Sedman; her seven siblings, and their spouses. Grace will be lovingly remembered by her three children, Ian Cordelle (Melanie Dickie), Margot Sentes (Rick Sentes), Drew Cordelle (Lana Ashton); and five grandchildren, Teri-Lynne Battel, Adam, Cordelleand Alexandria Rich, and Reid Cordelle. She also enjoyed a particular closeness with her great-granddaughter, Sienna Rich. Grace was born at home on her family's farm in rural Ontario. At the conclusion of WW 2, she was working at Toronto City Hall when she met a newly returned veteran, Derrill Cordelle. Following their marriage in 1947, Grace and Derrill made their home in Keremeos, BC, where the Cordelle family was in the grocery business. Grace was an active member of her church and community. Eventually, the grocery business took Grace and Derrill to various locations in the Okanagan, Vancouver Island, Colorado, and Alberta. Grace had the ability to adapt and integrate into each new community. She enthusiastically worked alongside her family. During their 66 years of marriage, Grace and Derrill enjoyed many travel adventures. Unfortunately, during the last six years of her life, Grace completely lost her eyesight yet remained positive, retaining her sense of humour. A private graveside service will be held in Keremeos. Condolences, photos, and memories may be sent to the family by visiting her obituary page at www.springfieldfuneralhome.com.

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Cordelle Eric CORDELLE, Derrill Gordon —

It is with profound sadness that the families of Derrill Cordelle, of Kelowna, BC, announce his passing on April 10, 2013 at the age of 92 years. Derrill is predeceased by his son David, his parents George and Minnie Cordelle and his sister Maxine. He will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by his wife Grace. Together they shared an active and happy marriage of 66 years. Derrill was born in Coquitlam, BC and raised in the lower mainland. Joining the air force at the age of 18 he served overseas during World War II. Following the war Derrill married Grace and they raised their family in Keremeos, BC. During his working career Derrill owned and operated various super markets in BC and Alberta. He was proud to have shared this career firstly with his father and then secondly with his two sons. Derrill played baseball, basketball and golf. He was an active member of his community generously contributing to those in need. His quick wit and enthusiasm endeared him to friends whether on the golf course or a social gathering. Derrill is survived by his three children, Ian Cordelle, Drew Cordelle (Lana-Roi Ashton), Margot Sentes (Rick Sentes) and four grandchildren, Adam, Cordelle and Alexandria Rich and Reid Cordelle. A service will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2013 at 11:30 am at St. John the Divine Anglican Church, 607 – 5th Street, Keremeos, BC. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC, 4 – 1551 Sutherland Ave., Kelowna, BC V1Y 9M9. If you wish to send a condolence, post photos or share a memory, please scroll down the page to the area called “Share Your Condolences.”

Service: Saturday, April 27, 2013 at 11:30 am

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Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC, 4 – 1551 Sutherland Ave., Kelowna, BC V1Y 9M9

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