Muriel Gavrose (Jones) Krier

Muriel Gavrose Krier, 86, of Courtenay, BC passed away peacefully on December 1, 2025, at the Providence Views after a two year battle with dementia.

Born on September 8, 1939, in Gimli, Manitoba to Ronald and Gavrose Jones she was the youngest of four siblings.

Muriel was the cherished wife of William Harvie Krier, the devoted mother of Tracy Sones (Fielding), the adored Amma (Grandmother) to Kailey Shanks (Rodney) and Ashley Otanga (Misha) and the Great Grandmother to Everley, Scarlett and Johnny.

Muriel is predeceased by her mother and father, brother Roland Jones, sister Margaret (Bob) Davison, sister Lucille (Doug) Scott and niece and nephew Lorri and Brian.

Muriel and her first husband Mike enjoyed their early years together with Tracy, residing in Germany, Ottawa, and Comox.

Muriel was very proud of her Icelandic Heritage and was able to visit Iceland with her daughter Tracy. She was an exceptional athlete, excelling at Curling and golf which was her lifelong passion.

Muriel later married Bill and they enjoyed 43 wonderful years together residing in Comox, Ottawa, Winnipeg and back to Comox where she retired from secretarial work. Her retirement years were spent golfing with many golf trips to California during the winter months, travelling the world and generally enjoying life.

Of all the special gifts of life

However great or small

To have you as my wife,

Was the greatest gift of them all.

May the winds of love blow softly

and whisper in your ear

We love and miss you

 and wish you were “here.”

Deep in our hearts, your life is kept to love and cherish,

not forget, no more tomorrows we can share

But yesterdays are always there.

A silent thought, a secret tear

Keeps your memory ever near

In our hearts forever

Rest in peace my dear.

There will be a Celebration of Life in the Spring 2026 for family and close friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association of Canada.

A special thank you to the staff and residents of The Providence Views for making Muriel’s last year a memorable one.