Edna Jacquline Rowlett
July 17, 1917 – November 13, 2018

Edna Rowlett of Quill Plains Centennial Lodge, Watson, SK passed away at her residence on Tuesday, November 13, 2018. She was 101 years of age. Edna was born on July 17, 1917 along with her twin sister Betty to George and Selina (nee Stratford) Rowlett at Englefeld, SK. Edna and Betty had an older sister Enid, Edna and Betty being identical twins were very much alike in everything and always dressed alike. Their mother said the two of them even had their own language, no one else understood what they were saying but they understood each other. The family moved to Watson in 1932. Edna and Betty worked at Smith Hardware, and as time went on they only needed one so Betty stayed for the next 25 years. Edna moved on to work for a dentist, the phone company and mercantile stores, ending her career with the Co-op after nearly 20 years. Edna retired in 1982 and her and Betty enjoyed traveling to Rapid City, Palm Springs, San Diego and to Dawson Creek B.C. where Enid lived. Edna enjoyed knitting, and watching television, especially curling and other sports and game shows. Edna was also fundamental in setting up the Watson Public Cemetery Association with her sister Betty in 1985 and she retired from the board in 2009 at the age of 92 years. Edna enjoyed visiting and bingo. She remained in her home until January of 2011 and then moved to Sunshine Manor and finally in May 2018 to the Quill Plains Centennial Lodge. She was proud, generous, entertaining and as she put it a “Stubborn Englishman.” Edna will be lovingly remembered by her niece Joanne Folk of Dawson Creek, B.C. and her children Gino and Lisa; longtime friend and confidant, Kathy Franko; and numerous other friends from the community. Edna was predeceased by her parents George and Selina (nee Stratford) Rowlett; sister Enid (Joe) LaPorte; and twin sister Betty Rowlett. An Anglican Funeral Service was held on Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at the Trinity United Church, Watson, SK at 11:00 a.m., officiated by Rev. Matteo Carboni. Others taking part were: Marion Green and Margaret Henderson, scripture readers; Betty Wittig as organist with soloist Dale Holaday, music ministry; Carol Dotschkat and Lorna Strunk, memorial table attendants; Kathy Franko and Sheri Biemans, eulogists. Honorary pallbearers were “All those who shared in Edna’s life.” Active pallbearers were: Ron Biemans, Glen Pastl, Leo Plamondon and Rick Haussecker. Interment followed at Watson Public Cemetery, Watson, SK. Memorial Donations may be directed to the Watson Public Cemetery Fund or the Quill Plains Centennial Lodge Building Fund.

This Notice Is Courtesy Of
Schuler-Lefebvre Funeral Chapel - Humboldt, Saskatchewan
(306-682-4114)