The Maple Leaf Singers dedicate this year’s performance to the memory of a long-time member and dear friend, Lynne Pavey. Lynne’s passion for music and singing lead her to join the Maple Leaf Singers in 1989. Her beautiful soprano voice was a tremendous complement to the choir and she also performed many solos over the years. Her enthusiasm for life and love of music was obvious to all.

When George and Marie Gillis retired, having directed and managed the choir for 33 years, Lynne was instrumental in the transition. She worked tirelessly at keeping the group organized; no one knew all that she did, and she preferred it that way. Lynne left the Maple Leaf Singers in 2002 but continued to support the choir by taking on the important task of Stage Manager for the spring shows at Massey Theatre.

Lynne passed away in January 2010 after a courageous battle with cancer. She touched our lives and will be remembered for her bright smile, warmth and kindness, and passion for singing and life.

In her honour, the Maple Leaf Singers will participate in the Canadian Cancer Society’s Relay for Life in North Vancouver on June 12, 2010. We hope that you can offer your support in our fund-raising endeavour. Funds raised will help the Canadian Cancer Society save lives by funding leading cancer research, offering support services to those in need and leading prevention initiatives.

Update: The Relay for Life was a huge success with our team raising $4452.55 and the entire event raising over $230,000. Our sincere thanks for your support.