July 9, 1939 - July 23, 2021

Our dear mother has gone home to heaven after her battle with Alzheimer's, on Friday, July 23, 2021.

She celebrated her 82nd birthday on July 9th.

A devoted loving mother to Valerie Anne, Elizabeth Michelle and Tracey June.

A grandmother to Amanda, Nadine and Shannon who she truly cherished.

Great-grandmother to, Sienna, Mariah, Isaiah, Alijah, Jonah, Kingston and Kyrie, who she immensely treasured.

She also leaves behind her sister Mary Jane, and nephews Dwight and David.

Her name, Gertrude represents "spear" and "universal strength".

Gertrude was the Only Female Saint to Be Called 'The Great' which she truly symbolized in every way.

Her strength and spirit in life will be honored in heaven.

You can make a donation in her memory directly to the Sunnybrook Alzheimer's Research Institute.

Condolences may be expressed at SIMPLE ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL CENTRE - PICKERING.