It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Tillie Korman of the Crowsnest Pass, Alberta who on March 13, 2015 died peacefully in her sleep at the age of 92 years.
Tillie Rhoda Franz was born in Hillcrest, Alberta to parents Henry and Emma Franz. Along with her eight siblings, Tillie was raised with an appreciation for family, community and an earnest work ethic.
As a gentle and graceful young lady, Tillie won the affections of a fine young man, Michael Korman, and on March 21, 1942 they wed and soon were blessed with a family of their own.
Tillie had many talents and interests but her fondest was knitting, crafts, traveling, solving puzzles and most of all cooking and caring for her family. She was devoted to her children and grandchildren. Each moment spent with them filled her heart with joy and she loved them all unconditionally. Her life was filled with laughter and love, challenges and successes, and friendship and fun. She was truly an inspiration to her family and shall be dearly missed but never forgotten.
She is survived by her daughters, Darlene (Allan) Rae of Calgary, AB and Marilyn (George) Hurtak of Coleman, AB; her grandchildren, Shelley Moerike, Derek (Norma Jean) Rae, Darcy (Mike) Makin and Corrie (Dwayne) Shannon; her great grandchildren, Ashley, Jaeden, Vanessa, Kaitlin and Abbigayle; her sister, Blossom (Mert) Stanfield; her sister-in-law, Marie Franz; numerous nieces and nephews, extended family and her many friends.
She was predeceased by her husband, Michael Korman; her parents, Henry & Emma Franz; her brothers, Henry, Robert and Lorne; and her sisters, Rose Daw, Emma Gibson, Lily Carney and Elsie Failler.
With respect for Tillie’s wishes, no funeral services will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed towards the CNP Health Fdn, “Palliative Care Program”, Bag 1, Blairmore, AB T0K 0E0. Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca.
The family wish to acknowledge the staff at the Crowsnest Pass Continuing Care Centre for their kindness and consideration especially Dr. J. Maritz who cared for Tillie with such compassion over the years.
Fantin's Funeral Chapel assisting the family. (403) 562-8555.