Elizabeth Anne Geary

Elizabeth Anne Geary, lovingly known as Mum to her children and Nana and Great Nana to her grandchildren, passed away peacefully at home in Penticton, BC, on Nov 6, 2026. 

Born Dec 8, 1935, in London, England, Anne lived a remarkable and inspiring life defined above all, by her unwavering devotion to family. Throughout her life, Anne demonstrated an extraordinary work ethic and a passion for pursuing new opportunities, including opening Pepper's teen disco and managing Stardust Roller Rink in North Van. She enjoyed a successful career in real estate until her retirement. 

Mum was affectionately known as the "Dancing Queen." She had a lifelong love of dancing, travel, hiking and Zumba. Yet, of all her adventures and accomplishments, Mum's greatest pride and joy was always her family. Being Nana and Great Nana brought special meaning to her life. To her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, she was a cherished presence whose love and devotion will always be remembered. 

Anne is lovingly remembered by her six children, Kathy (Lowell), John (Tracy), Lisa (Glenn), Mike (Darlene), Megan, and Noelle (Dave); her 15 grandchildren and her 23 great-grandchildren and extended family and friends. She was predeceased by her first husband, Terry -the father of her six children - and her second husband, Michael McHugh and is fondly remembered by Alan Longworth. 

Anne will be laid to rest alongside Terry at North Vancouver Cemetery.

Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, November 17 at 10am at Holy Trinity Catholic Church at 2725 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver. Everyone is welcome. 

Though the music has faded, the Dancing Queen's spirit lives on in the hearts of those who loved her. To her family, she will forever be Nana and Great Nana—a source of love, strength, and inspiration who will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered. "We are truly Blessed.”

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Anne’s memory to Operation Smile 1-844-376-4530. Website: operationsmile.ca, or due to her sister’s suffering from Dementia and Alzheimer’s, a donation to the Alzheimer society of BC at 1-800-936-6033. Website: alzheimer.ca/bc