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In Myrt’s memory

All to often we forget or fail to mention the contribution a person makes to our society. Myrt Turner is one of those people that have passed but deserve a special mention.
Myrt Turner
Rosina Turner, left, daughter of City council candidate Myrt Turner, and Aaron Dick, chat before the municipal election results came in on Nov. 21. 2011. Citizen file photo

All to often we forget or fail to mention the contribution a person makes to our society. Myrt Turner is one of those people that have passed but deserve a special mention.

Myrt was a person of total conviction who always believed if you set your mind and convictions to something, you follow through. Over the years working with Myrt, we were often on different pollical spectrums but never allowed that to interfere with the job at hand, which was provide the best advice and guidance that helped a person move forward.

Myrt replaced me on the night of the fire and explosion at Lakelands Mills. What she experienced was unbelievable, although the next day she was at work. That was Myrt - always concerned about how others were handling the disaster. 

Myrt was there for many of the workers from the tragedy and talked them through their despair and anxiety from the events of that night. 

In many conversations, I asked how she could keep her own pain in check while talking about this with others. Myrt would say their pain is today, mine was yesterday and they need support and help today.

Myrt was very political, make no mistake. She gave a commitment and followed through. We had many conversations about this over the years and with humour Myrt would say we agree and disagree on our pollical views but never allowed that to interact with the job at hand. I loved this woman. She was a trooper, honest and dedicated to the end and helped so many people achieve their goals, never asking for a thank you. 

Love you, Myrt. May the angels sing your song, 

Terry Tate

Williams Lake