In great sadness, we inform you of the passing of CWLC member and former President Lillian Tickles on May 15, 2019.
Lillian was President of our Club for two seasons, spanning 2014-2016. That means she was Vice-President from 2012-2014 and Past President 2016-2018! These are not just titles, but tremendous hands-on involvement for at least six years. She divulged in her Annual Report 2014-15, “When I reflect on year one of my biennium as president, a montage of images tells the story of the unfolding experience. Some of the early scenes in the composition depict Lillian, nervously taking over the role so competently managed by Ruth Hilland. In her words, I had inherited “a book club with a difference.” How to maintain, or indeed enhance this reputation became the challenge.” Lillian indeed enhanced the Club, providing a warm welcome to everyone. We will miss her!
Ruth Hilland says of Lillian’s stewardship of CWLC: “…she set the bar much higher and the club flourished.”
” When I took over from her as President, she was a terrific mentor. She had endless patience and I could always rely on her for sound advice. Lillian was a very kind person and she always had the best interests of the club in mind. The CWLC has lost a wonderful friend and advocate.” Margaret Sparkes, Past President.
“Loved and respected by many, Lillian was a strong, independent woman with a voice to be heard, clever, purposeful, yet collaborative and always caring for the needs of others.
She found the perfect venue for her love of literature in the Calgary Women’s Literary Club serving as President in 2014-16 and cut the cake for the club’s 110thbirthday in February 2016. A one hundred and ten year old club needs a few nips and tucks but Lillian initiated the big sweep, cleaning up and bringing the constitution into the 21 century. She was invaluable in sharing her knowledge and insight. An admired and respected member of the Calgary Women’s Literary Club.” Long-time member, friend and colleague Anita Madill.
Her obituary can be found at: https://calgaryherald.remembering.ca/obituary/lillian-tickles-1074725478
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Lillian was a friend, professional partner for gifted and talented students and stalwart supporter of the Literary Club. I miss her cheerful presence and wise counsel.
Shawna, your tribute is completely fitting for such a fun, classy, diligent and intelligent woman as Lillian. Thanks!