Born May 16, 1953, died peacefully in the early hours of December 21st, 2010. She is loved and remembered by her mother, Elizabeth Atkins, her five siblings: Catherine (Gordon); Jennifer (Francis); Elizabeth (David); Andrew (Colleen) and Anthony (Colleen), Godchildren: Anthony, Madeleine and Ryan and her other nieces and nephews: Ralf, Margit, Neil, Ainsley, Samantha, Amelia, Parker, Tess, Oliver and Hazel.
Maddy’s early years after university took her to Toronto and ultimately to a career as an executive producer in television production. More recently, Mad settled on Salt Spring Island where she will be remembered for her volunteer service to the community.
A service will take place on December 23rd, at 1:30 pm at St. Helen’s Church, 4405 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Maddy’s name to the Palliative Care Unit of St. Paul’s Hospital, 1081 Burrard St. Vancouver, B.C. V6Z 1Y6. Her family expresses sincere thanks to the medical team for their expert and kind care in Maddy’s last days.
Kearney Funeral Services 604-736-0268