Obituary of Cora-Mae Arp

CORA-MAE ARP It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Cora-Mae Arp on Monday, March 6, 2017 surrounded by her loved ones at the age of 76 years. She was predeceased by her parents Gwendolyn and Eric Potts; her brothers Donald “Donny” and Warren; niece Christa, great-nephew Tristan, and great-niece Naomi. Cora-Mae is survived by her husband Clifford “Cliff”; three children Joylene (Kenny), Shelley (Lavelle) and Wayne, along with her seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; she is also survived by sister Gwendolyn “Wendy” (Larry); brother Thomas “Tom” (Nadine); sisters-in-law Esther and Blanche; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Cora-Mae was born on April 18, 1940 in Nokomis, SK. She grew up on a farm outside of Raymore, SK. Cora-Mae attended Raymore high school and worked for a short time at the Raymore Co-op and Credit Union. She met her husband Cliff soon after and settled in Regina to raise their family. Among raising her own children, Cora-Mae also babysat for friends and family. Her hobbies included bingo, cards, and knitting. Cora-Mae also enjoyed sharing in her joys of gardening and all the canning that comes with it. For Cora-Mae, time was best spent with family. Known for her sweet and caring nature, she always had time to enjoy a coffee and a good chat. Cora-Mae will be sorely missed, but remain an inspiration to many. A Memorial to honour her life will be held at Speers Funeral Chapel, 2136 College Avenue, Regina, SK on Thursday, March 9, 2017 at 3:30 p.m. There will be a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan, Unit 26 – 1738 Quebec Avenue, Saskatoon, SK S7K 1V9 or to Canadian Cancer Society, 1910 McIntyre Street, Regina, SK S4P 2R3. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.speersfuneralchapel.com