BRAKE, VICTORIA "VICKI" 1913-2013 Summerland pioneer Vicki Brake passed away on May 18, 2013 Victoria Day weekend, just a few months before her 100th birthday. She was born in a cabin in Alberta and moved to Summerland in 1945 where her dream of owning land in the Okanagan Valley became a reality. Vicky was involved in the community by volunteering her time with the Legion and the Hospital Auxiliaries. In 1985 she was honoured to be named one of "Summerland's Good Citizens." In keeping with her community spirit, Vicki had a desire to share her land with the senior citizens of Summerland. An opportunity arose and her dream was fulfilled with the construction of Angus Place Assisted Living center. Her love for her home is remembered in "The Vicki Brake Garden" at Angus Place where she lived for seven years. Vicki was admired for her work ethic, determination, advocacy of higher education, and her ability to create a little paradise where she lived off the land. Her family will remember her love of dancing, bountiful garden, orchard, and red roses. Vicki's home was always open to friends and family where they were treated to homemade soup, fresh bread and cinnamon buns, pickles, fruit pies, pancake breakfasts and a warm bed. Vicki's last four years were spent at the Summerland Seniors Village. Her family would like to thank the staff for their outstanding care and for treating her with dignity and respect. In her final days, Vicki was visited by her loving family. She is survived by her children. George (Ilse), James, Marjorie (Bob Carpenter), seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren. "Keep on Dancing Mom!" Condolences may be directed to the family through providencefuneralhomes.com
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