ROE, Caroline Medora (nee SALE) - Suddenly on November 7, 2021 at age 84.
Medora leaves behind devoted husband of 51 years Harry Roe, loving daughter Anne Roe (Denise Bruno), sister Barbara Schon (Robert) and brother Charles Sale (Margaret).
Predeceased by brother Robert Sale (Cindy).
After receiving a PhD in Medieval Studies at University of Toronto in the early 1970s, Medora taught English for many years at Branksome Hall.
She launched a second career in writing in her forties, publishing 7 mystery novels under the name Medora Sale, and 8 mysteries under the name Caroline Roe.
She was awarded the Arthur Ellis First Novel Award in 1986 for Murder on the Run and the Barry Award for Best Paperback Original Mystery Novel in 1999 for An Antidote for Avarice. Her passion for writing extended to supporting fellow writers, leading her to serve as president of both Crime Writers of Canada (1989-90) and Sisters in Crime (1998-99).
Medora was fiercely committed to following her dreams and supporting other women and girls to do the same. She was also a kind and gentle person who was passionate about animals and music.
We miss her immensely. The family will arrange a small service at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to Nellie's shelter would be appreciated.
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