In loving memory ~
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Mary Hughette Palleson on January 25, 2025. Born October 18, 1935, she is survived by her children Martin and Leslie, their spouses/partners Mari and George, her four grandchildren, Eleanor, Katherine, Skyler, and Annika, and Eleanor's spouse Michael.
Mary spent her early childhood in New Westminster in the 1940's when May Day meant dancing around a pole with a ribbon and winter meant skating on an outdoor pond. Her teenaged years brought her to Surrey where she excelled as the captain of the Queen Elizabeth High School basketball team and lived on three acres surrounded by horses, birds, dogs, and cats, developing a lifelong love of animals - cats especially - most notably Jinx. Mary and her late husband Edward shared passion for cruises, dance, adventure, their grandchildren, each other, and fun, visiting any and all lands accessible by cruise ship. Her sense of humour and unforgettable laugh will be missed.
A memorial service will be held to celebrate Mary on May 3, 2025, at 2 PM at the Arbor Centre, Valley View Funeral Home, 14644 72nd Ave, Surrey.
Service Details
2:00 PM