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It is with great sadness that we say farewell to Rose Silzer who passed away peacefully at St Joseph’s hospital, December 21, 2015.

Rose was predeceased by her mother and father, Minnie and William Dennison, two sisters, Alice and Franceis Dennison, brother Ross, daughter Valerie and son Ross.

Rose is survived by relatives, extended family and many friends who loved her like family.

Rose was born in Denholm, Saskatchewan. She came to the West Coast with her family in 1938. After living in several communities she settled in Powell River where she married Alf Postill and raised her two children.

Rose thought she had the best job ever as a Practical Nurse. She worked in the Powell River hospital for 20 years’. Rose spent some time in Abbotsford with her second husband Ed Silzer. After he passed away she moved to the Comox Valley to be closer to her daughter Valerie.

Rose had many passions, gardening, traveling and entertaining. She had a very caring nature and was truly at her happiest when she had people around her.

Rose will be sadly missed by her family, extended family and many wonderful friends.A Celebration of Life/Tea will be held January 16, 2016 at the D’Esterre Senior Centre, 1801 Beaufort Ave, Comox, V9M 1R9, at 1:30 pm

In lieu of flowers please donate to your favorite charity.



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