Corkum – Myrtle Kathleen, age 103, of Bridgewater, formerly of Beach Meadows, Queens County, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 12, 2023, at Ryan Hall, Bridgewater.
Born in Eagle Head, Myrtle was a daughter of the late William and Blanche (Weagle) Conrad.
Myrtle had a beautiful smile, a heart of gold and deep faith. She was incredibly kind and her love touched many lives. Myrtle was a life long member and supporter of St. John’s Anglican Church and the ACW. Myrtle was an incredibly talented quilter – designing and hand stitching many, many quilts. She was also an accomplished knitter, and rug hooker – skills she was happy to share with others. Her work was well known and she enjoyed showing off her works of art at local shows and exhibits. She was a thrifty woman who never threw anything away that she thought she could use again or fix. Above all else, Myrtle was most passionate about her family and spending time with them, especially her beloved grandchildren. She is loved and will be greatly missed.
Myrtle is survived by daughters; Marilyn Sibley of Dartmouth, Ferne Jollimore of Brooklyn; grandchildren, Lynn Sibley, Jo-Anne Sibley and Tabetha Jollimore; great Grandchildren, Tim Hilchey, Dan Hilchey and Jacob White.
Besides her parents, Myrtle was predeceased by her loving husband, J. Donald Corkum; sisters, Evelyn Hemeon and a sister in infancy; brother, Parker Conrad; sons-in-law, Norman Sibley and Victor Jollimore.
A Funeral Service will be on Wednesday, May 17th, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. in St. John’s Anglican Church, Eagle Head. Reverend Cherry Workman and Reverend Judy Cross officiating. Burial will be in Beach Meadows Community Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations may be made to St. John’s Anglican Church, Eagle Head. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Joanne and Kevin Colp
Marilyn, Ferne and families
Sorry to hear of Myrtles passing. She was a lovely lady that we had many enjoyable chats with..always so pleasant. We are thinking of you and your families at this time.
Belinda Wentzell Delong
So sorry to read,Myrtle was a beautiful person in’s and out,great neighbour,May she be R.I.P. My condolences to all her family and friends left behind.
JOYCE HAWKES
Myrtle was a Beautiful, Kind Hearted Amazing Lady. She will be Remembered for her Beautiful Amazing Mats. I am so glad I had the pleasure of knowing her. I have two of her mats for keep sakes. I Cherish them and don’t let anyone walk on them. Treasure the Memories. I know everyone who knew her has many Great Memories. My condolences to All her Family. God Bless You All.
Glenda Fralic
Myrtle was the last of my Moms close circle of friends to pass , I feel like I’m saying goodbye to a generation. Myrtle was such a doer, an accomplished hooker , gardener , biker and community volunteer, I admired her greatly Sincere condolences to the family . Glenda & Mike
Linda Trainor
Ferne, Marilyn & family.
Please accept Robert & my condolences on the passing of your MOM. It’s not easy when we lose our MOMs, they are the glue to keep the family together. Myrtle was a very sweet lady. I had dropped in to see her at Ryan Hall, when I was visiting Mary Decker many years ago. She lived a good & long life. Take Care & GOD Bless. HUGS!
Love Linda
Linda Wentzell
To Ferne & the family,
I had the pleasure of visiting with Myrtle on a regular basis when she lived in Beach Meadows. We always had a long chat and some laughs. She showed me her beautiful work – rugs, quilts, etc. They were lovely. She was so proud of her children and their families.
Please accept my deepest condolences.
Linda Wentzell
Jane Hansen
A lovely lady and good neighbour. I have a mat that Myrtle hooked for me. I will keep fond memories of her.
Rosalee Smith
Marilyn, Ferne and families, so sorry for your loss…Myrtle will be remembered fondly … I too have a mat she hooked …she did beautiful work. Sorry I am unable to attend the service on Wednesday. My sincere condolences.
Donna Silmarie
So sorry to hear of Myrtle’s passing she was a lovely lady.
Don & Helen Rogers
Ferne: We are so sorry on the passing of your Mother. She was a great lady. We still have one of her hooked rugs.
Margaret Sibley
My condolence to Marilyn and family on Myrtles’s passing. I was very fortunate to have known her and to be welcomed warmly into her home and heart. She is fondly remembered.
Tim McDonald
Myrtle was such a kind, sweet person. I fondly remember her being at the Liverpool bowling alley where she bowled every Tuesday night on the Ladies League. Sending condolences to her family.
Beverley & Betty-Jean Colp.
To Marilyn, Ferne and all of Myrtle’s family we send our sincere sympathy on her passing. Myrtle tried to teach me how to quilt but decided that I stick to knitting as I couldn’t handle little needles used in quilting like I could use knitting needles.
We will remember the happy memories we had with her and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Pat Canning-Selig
My condolences to Myrtles family, she was a fine lady, i got to know her from Ryan Hall, we had many good chats, she always liked to see me come with fudge, Take Care & God Bless
Daunice Wentzell
Marilyn, Fern and family so sorry to hear of Aunt Myrtle passing. I remember as a kid she and Aunt Evelyn coming to the house to visit Nana & Grampie.
Karen (Williams) Barnes
Sending heartfelt condolences to all of Myrtle’s loved ones. She was a lovely person and I will always cherish the hooked mat she made for me a few years back. My Mom, Geraldine, always enjoyed chatting with her about quilting and family connections. May God comfort and keep you as you mourn her loss.
Anne Laws
To Myrtle’s family and friends, my condolences to you on her passing. She was one talented lady with her beautiful rugs and quilts. My memories of church functions will always have Myrtle in them.
Bob Lohnes & Family
To all of Myrtle’s family, so sorry for your loss, please accept our condolences.
Cathy de Rome
Marilyn and Ferne,
Sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. I always enjoyed my visits to her quilting room to see her many beautiful creations. Myrtle certainly lived a long and full life.
Stan and Brian
Myrtle’s Family – Few days pass when we don’t think of Myrtle! Brian and I share with our guests the history of the Corkum Home for which Myrtle played an important role for generations. Still on display are samples of her hooked rugs, sewing machine…if the walls could speak they would certainly share the memories of a happy, memorable life.
Alice Verge
Sorry for your loss. She was a great lady and you will miss her dearly. I got to know her when she was a crafter at Port Mouton and have one of her rooster/hen mats.. God Bless!
Kathleen
Marilyn, Ferne and families. So sorry to read of your Mom’s passing. It’s never a good time but she did live a full and rewarding life. Cherish your memories and hold her close in your heart. Kathleen ( Wentzell) and Ron Webster
Val & Gail Conrad
Marilyn, Ferne & families – Gail and I want to add our condolences for the loss of your Mom. We of course remember Aunt Myrtle from when we were children and it was our privilege to be able to visit with her at Ryan Hall. Aunt Myrtle’s service also gave us the opportunity to reconnect with other family and our community. Thanks again Marilyn for the lovely picture. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Beverley and Wayne Crouse
It was always a pleasure to be in Myrtles company. We think of her every time we look at the gorgeous hooked wall hanging she created for us a number of years ago.
She was a treasure. Condolences to her family and friends.
Borden and Lillian Colp
Dear Ferne and Marilyn, We are sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. I have two mats that your Mom made for me in the colors and design had asked her to use. They are lovely as was the Lady that made them.
Evelyn R Fisher
To all of Myrtle’s families. I remember Myrtle from the Liverpool bowling alley when we used to bowl Monday Morning Coffee League. We had some great times. Sending sincere condolence to you all.
Tina (Shediac) Conrad
To Myrtle’s family my deepest condolences. I have many fond memories of Myrtle. She truly was a sweet lady.
Julia Wentzell
Marilyn and Ferne. My sincere condolences to the family on the loss of such a creative lady. I always enjoyed our conversations. Thinking of you at the difficult time.
Janet L Fancy
To Myrtles family, My sincere condolences to her family. Myrtles husband Donald was a resident in North Queens where I worked in Nursing. I remember she made a quilt and donated it to the home to sell tickets on the quilt. She did beautiful work. My husband played music at Ryans hall one afternoon as my Aunt Muriel was living in the same unit where Myrtle was living, I went and talked to her and was blessed that I got to chat with her, Thinking of you all at this sad time, I still work at North Queens in Recreation.
Sandra Herron {nee Cross}
Marilyn, Ferne and family, we were very sorry to hear your Mother has passed away. She was a special lady, and I {Sandra} visited with her when I still lived in Beach Meadows often. My sister Roberta and I send our heartfelt sympathy to everyone.
Donnie Scott
Ferne and family; Sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. 103 is a remarkable age to achieve and it sounds like she enjoyed her life and lived it well.