Gravelle, Madeline Anita (nee Mease) (Jennings), age 85 of Westlock, AB, passed away peacefully and suddenly with family by her side on August 5, 2024. Madeline was born on March 24, 1939, to Elsie and Elmer Mease in Westlock, AB, and raised on a farm in Pickardville, AB.
Madeline leaves to mourn her children Randy (Gail) Jennings, Linda (Scott) Anderson and Diana Jennings; daughter-in-law Lina; her (4) grandchildren Ken (Chrysten) Jennings, Frank Jennings, Elissa (Matthew) Albers and Jesse (Ashley) Jennings; 6 great grandchildren, Tolson, Sydney, Jackson, Johnathan, Ari, and Madison; sister Doreen Pratt and brother Ralph (Norma) Mease. Plus numerous friends, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Madeline was predeceased by her son Clayton Jennings; her parents Elsie and Elmer; sisters Lovetta, Mildred and Audrey. Brothers Charlie and Ray. Madeline was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion No. 97 for 45 years, serving as president of the lady’s auxiliary for many years. She was a community leader and heavily involved with several organizations, volunteering as a Brownie leader, baseball coach, president of the Edmonton Eskimos Ladies Quarterback Club and the junior football league at the Kinsmen field house.
She loved her “Eskies” and Montreal Canadiens. She held Eskimo season tickets at Clark Stadium for many years and would often watch them practice. When the Canadiens played, she didn’t just watch the game, she played it, she would say “I got a game to play today”. She loved to play her guitar and could she ever yodel. She really enjoyed playing music with her Bluegrass friends.
A memorial will be held on Saturday September 28, 2024, at 2 pm., at the Westlock Legion No. 97 located at 10004 – 106 Street, Westlock, AB, T7P 2K4. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 97 or SCARS (Second Chance Animal Rescue Society) P.O. Box 3045 Athabasca, AB, T9S 2B9.
Madeline’s family, thinking of all during this difficult time, share all those wonderful memories .
Oh dear aunty how you will be missed. Your smile could like up a room for sure. You had to push through so much here on earth but you always tackled it with spunk and determination and I admired that about you. We all will miss you so very much.
At this sad time I wish to convey my deepest sympathy to Madeline’s beloved
children; Randy, Linda and Diana. It would be nice to all meet each one of you
again someday. God bless.
I HAVE KNOWN AND LOVED HER FOR A LONG TIME. SHE WAS ALWAYS JOLLY AND FULL OF LIFE. SHE MADE THE BEST EASTER BUNS EVER. I WILL MISS OUR LONG PHONE TALKS. NO MORE HURTING MADELINE.
Heartbroken for her children, grandchildren & great grandchildren. Also her sister Doreen & brother Ralph. So many nieces & nephews will miss her terribly. A wonderful women, loved by so many. Surrounded by loved ones. Rest in peace Aunty Madeline,
Play that guitar, sing & yodel like no bodys business.
Lots of love. Snooky.
Sending love and prayers to Randy, Linda, Diana and the rest of her immediate family.
I will miss my aunt Madeline she was always so kind and caring to everyone she met. I always loved when she would play her guitar and we would have a jam session. RIP dear auntie, until we meet again. Hugs to my dad, aunt Lovetta, aunt Audrey, Clayton and the rest of our family that have passed on into the spiritual sunset. Love you and I will miss you.
Dear Linda, Scott & Family
Please accept our most heartfelt & sincere condolences. Having met your Mum on several occasions, I know how very special this dear lady is to so many. Thank you Madeline for trusting us to care for your sweet Merlin. Peace & Love
RIP mom, thanks for leading Frankie home.