Tribute

Elaine was born in 1940 in rural Saskatchewan and passed away suddenly on Feb 13, 2016. Predeceased by her parents, Walter and Florence Kieler, her husband of 55 years Doug Sward and her son James Sward as well as brother Donald Kieler and Grandson Brandon Sward. She is survived by son Robert Sward, daughter Kelley Powell (Chet), brothers Larry ( Olive), Bill, Randy and sister Gloria, brother in law Ken ( Ethel) and sister in law Sandy ( Mike) , Grandchildren Lindsay, Bryce, Taylor, Joey, 3 great grand children and many nieces and nephews.  Elaine will always be remembered by all as a loving, giving, mother, friend, aunt, sister and grandma. She spent her summers at the family cabin in Bridge Lake, loved gardening and reading but most of all her family, especially her grand children and great grand children. Most of her years and where she raised her family with Doug, were spent in Mission BC close to her large family and circle of friends.  Most recently she lived in Chilliwack BC. There will be a service held to celebrate her life at Mt.Calverly Lutheran Church in Mission on Feb 27 th at 2:00 PM