DRAYCOTT, Elspeth Mary (nee GEMMELL) - Peacefully, holding the hand of the love of her life for 63 years, on the beautiful sunny morning, of Saturday, August 14, 2021, in her 89th year.
Daughter of the late Thomas and Billie Gemmell, and sister of the late Robert Gemmell.
Beloved wife for 63 years on earth and for all eternity of Douglas Charles Thomas Draycott. Much-loved mother of the late Pamela Draycott.
Not only grandmother but best friend to Meaghan Spong (nee: Kelley) (Nicholas Spong) and the late Liam Kelley (2004).
Proud great-grandmother (Gigi) to Madelyn Spong. She will also be sadly missed by many other extended family members and close family friends. Elspeth was born on September 2, 1930 and worked as a Bell Telephone Operator in her early 20's, which she had fond memories of.
She met her forever sweetheart Doug, when she had stopped to visit a cousin on a stopover, between flights while Elspeth was in travels to visit her own relatives in Europe; and they vowed to share eternity with one another in August of 1958.
They share 63 years of incredible memories building a wonderful life and family together.
As per Elsie's wishes, cremation has taken place and private interment with family and friends to follow. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to The Palliative Outreach Team from the Steadman Hospice, special mention to Dr. Singh and his nurse Lara.
CBI Nursing special mention to Diane, and to the incredible care staff at Queensview Retirement. For their compassion, rofessionalism and promotion for Elsie to make her journey comfortably and dignified.
As you always said - "The memories are in your heart, and you will carry them with you always".
Our hearts are forever full.
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