DAWN LORRAINE BISHOP, passed away in Meridian, Idaho, surrounded by her children and grandchildren on Saturday, July 23, 2016 at the age of 67 years.

Dawn is survived by her three children and eight loving grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents, Herb and Adrianne Bishop, sister-in-law Nola Bishop and her sweetheart Kirk McIlwraith.

Dawn was born on February 6, 1949 in Raymond, Alberta. She was the oldest of seven siblings. Dawn was a live-long artist who always saw the potential for good. She was a lover of nature and was devoted to her family. Dawn loved to read, and never went anywhere without a book! she would devour one novel after another. Dawn loved spending time down at the river, searching for her favourite rocks and enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. She always loved a good adventure. She also loved to get to know anyone. She could start a conversation with a complete stranger and know everything about them within minutes. She had quite the gift. She loved to chat and had great concern for others.

A Funeral Service will be held at THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS, 260 E 200 N, Raymond, AB., on Saturday, August 6, 2016 at 11:30 A.M.

Interment to follow at the Temple Hill Cemetery.