BROOKS Donalda

1938 ~ 2015
Mrs. Donalda Brooks of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Mr. Glynn Brooks, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2015 at the age of 76 years. Born on August 7, 1938 in Beiseker, AB, the youngest daughter of Andrew and Elizabeth Uffelman. After graduationg from school, she attended Henderson Secretarial School in Calgary. Upon graduation, she worked in Calgary until she met Glynn and they were married on April 9, 1960. Both of Donalda’s children, Cameron (Jodi, daughter Brynn) and Blaine (sons Kyle, Ashton & Kaden) were born in Calgary. Donalda was a stay-at-home mom for many years. Also actively involved in the church and community work; a CGIT Leader, Assistant Cub Master, a Pioneer Girls Leader, community association worker, and a hockey mom. She served the church council of Lethbridge First Baptist for a number of years. She was the co-captain of the church’s prayer chain. Glynn, Donalda and their boys lived in a number of Alberta communities; Calgary, Wainwright, Edmonton, Lethbridge, (living here twice), and Canmore where Donalda & Glynn were owners / operators of the Cee-Der Chalets in Harvie Heights for 9 years. Donalda’s spiritual gift was hospitality, so this allowed her to serve people through the Chalets. In 1995, they moved to the farm at Park Lake, and Donalda worked with Glynn raising sheep and other small animals. Her hobbies were her home, gardening and flowers. She spent a lot of time studying the Bible, and both she and Glynn were actively involved in the church Bible study. She enjoyed Christmas and hosting the Christmas potluck for many years. The family would like to thank the doctors and staff of the intensive care unit at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital, for their wonderful care and attention. Donalda is survived by her brother, 3 sisters, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Canadian Baptist Ministries, 7185 Millcreek Drive Mississauga, Ontario L5N 5R4. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:30pm on Saturday, January 24, 2015 at FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 1614 — 5th Ave. S., Lethbridge, AB. Send condolences at www.mbfunerals.com.