THELMA LORRAINE ELLIOTT
It is with deep sadness and much love that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Thelma Elliott, on Monday, February 24th, 2025, at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital in Moose Jaw, SK.
Thelma was born in Moose Jaw to Elgin and Ena Horton on December 13th, 1926. Her parents were landowners in the Archydal area west of Moose Jaw on farmland originally homesteaded by her ancestors, the Rathwell family. Thelma remained in Moose Jaw, attended Central Collegiate Institute, then went to work for the Saskatchewan Telephone Company as a telephone operator. She married Bill Elliott in 1951 and raised their family. Bill and Thelma owned and operated Elliott Motors for 25 years until retirement. Way back in 1950, Bill and Thelma were two of the original owners of lake-front property at Buffalo Pound Lake, which they enjoyed for many, many years, creating memories and celebrating holidays with their friends and family. These are now a wonderful legacy for her children and grandchildren.
After retirement, Thelma spent eight winters in the mild climate of Victoria, BC where she loved walking, sightseeing, and going to restaurants. In her later years, Thelma moved into Mulberry Estates where she enjoyed the company of the staff and many friends.
Thelma’s passion was her family, and she taught them the joy of caring, sharing, and the art of being positive and uplifting. Very seldom did she criticize or offer negative judgement. She was a wonderful mentor and through her actions she instilled love in all her family members. She was highly active in the everyday lives of her children and grandchildren. Her love, support and devotion to her family will be missed, and our wonderful memories of Thelma will provide peace and comfort during the days ahead.
She was predeceased by her husband, Bill Elliott; grandson, William Elliott; relatives: Leonard, Betty, Ann, and Glen Horton; and niece, Barbie Elliott Ross. Thelma will be lovingly remembered by her children: Patty Bruce (Jim), Bill Elliott (Shirley), and Donna Moulding (Keith); grandchildren: Tanya (Ron), Linsey (Kelly), Kimberly, Ashley (Daryle) and her mother, Cindy Wilson, Jackie, and Joana and their father, Vic Bruce; great-grandchildren: Noah, Raeleigh, Brittney, Jordan (Bobbi), Winston, Alivia, Austin, Tayja, Braylon, Matthew, and Hunter; and relatives: John and Lloyd Horton, Bob Urwin, Dennis Henderson, the Landages, Bob and Sherry Elliott, and Ken Ross.
The family would like to thank Thelma’s neighbours at Woodlily Gardens, the staff at Mulberry Estates, Dr. VanHeerden, Joanne at TLC Pharmacy, the amazing staff at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital, and a special thank you to Miriam’s Home Care.
The family has decided to honour Thelma privately and interment will take place in Rosedale Cemetery. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Michelle Ellis, Funeral Director 306-693-4550 www.moosejawfuneralhome.com
