McIver, Margaret Anne Rose (Rae)
MARGARET ANNE ROSE (RAE) MCIVER
Rae McIver’s spirit went to be with her Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, on Friday March 6th, 2020. She was born on a farm near Gladstone, MB on February 17th, 1932. She taught school in Manitoba and Saskatchewan for several years, married Gordon McIver in 1957, and they raised their family in Moose Jaw, SK. Rae was very involved with her church, teaching Sunday School, working with children at camp, and leading Bible studies while her children were growing up. For a time she was quite involved with Christian Women’s Club. This was followed in the nineties by her involvement in politics. She was predeceased by her father, Bruce McColl; and her mother, Mathilda. Rae is survived by her husband, Gordon; son, Bruce (Dawna) of Richmond, BC; son, Stuart (Liliana) of Weston, FL; daughter, Lee of Vancouver, BC; grandchildren: Dylan and Sydney, Dini and Jesse, and Tyrone, Tyrell, and Tyson; sister-in-law, Muriel of Houston, TX; nephews: Gordon (Cathy) of Pagosa Springs, CO, Bradley (Annelie) of Houston, TX, and Anne (Greg) of Houston, TX; and cousin, Gerry (Barb) of Portage La Prairie, MB. The family is grateful for the loving care Rae received at Providence Place and Pioneers Lodge of Moose Jaw. The Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, March 12th, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. in Moose Jaw Funeral Home with Pastor Roger Foust officiating. Interment will take place at Rosedale Cemetery at 1:15 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Rae’s memory may be made to The Gideons, PO Box 3619, Guelph, ON N1H 7A2 or Compassion Canada, 985 Adelaide St. S, London, ON N6E 4A3. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Gary McDowell, Funeral Director 306-693-4550.
I had the great pleasure of knowing Rae. She was a wonderful person and a joy to be around. I remember many spirited conversations about politics and simply doing what was right. I smile every time I recall Rae telling some of us how she pulled over and RCMP officer on the highway for speeding past her and lecturing him on obeying the law and only speeding if it was in the line of duty for him. I loved her spirit.
Gord and family,Sincere condolences,on Raes passing..when I think of Rae, I instantly think FEISTY! Rae,loved discussing politics,and more than anything,she loved to share her views about politics….she will be missed…..
I met Rae when she was my Grade 6 teacher at Empire School. She was a terrific teacher – and there was only one way to do things and that was the “right” way. She was a strong no-nonsense woman with the biggest heart and the most wonderful sense of humour. She challenged some of us to live our best lives. The years went by and we drifted in and out of touch until we became involved in the same politics many years later. We have laughed together – cried together – and prayed together. I had not seen her for quite awhile but I will miss knowing she was here – and miss being in touch. She was indeed a presence in this world – and to her family I am sure. My sincere prayers to the family May the Lord bless you and keep you in this time of loss.
Dear Gordon and family,
You are in my prayers and heart! I will always remember Rae as an energetic and vibrant person! She was a true gift from the Lord, whom she loved with all her life and being! I absolutely loved to hear her totally joyous laughter! Rae will be dearly missed by you and your family plus many other! I know that she is rejoicing with Jesus right now! I am sad that I can not be with you to celebrate her life but I am at Providence Place for rehabilitation after my hip replacement surgery. Sincerely, Marion Kenney.
Ernie and I send our love and condolances. So sorry we cannot attend Rae’s celebration of life as we are in California. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God’s peace and comfort surround you.
Rae and I met as teachers in 1954 and shared many happy years as friends and cohorts. She was a wonderful teacher and was loved by her students.
I had the pleasure of meeting her parents who were very kind and loving parents who were very proud of their only child.
It was always nice to keep in touch over the years and to see the McIver family grow and flourish.
My sympathy to Gordon and all the family.