Lillian Cansdale
December 31, 1926 — March 11, 2012
Lillian Elizabeth (Murphy) Cansdale, beloved mom, friend, teacher, and guiding light, passed away on March 11, 2012 in Boulder City, NV. Lillian was born on December 31, 1926 in Albany, New York to Fred and Lillian (Graves) Murphy. She grew up with her two brothers and two sisters and attended Catholic School. She married Walter Charles Cansdale on June 8, 1943 in Troy, NY. Together they traveled across country during his training in the Army Air Corp and returned to New York when he was shipped overseas during WWII.
Upon his return from war, they relocated to Southern California where Lillian enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, which included camping, fishing, and visiting Las Vegas.
Lillian is survived by two sons, Walter (Betty) Cansdale of Irwin, PA, Jerry (Julie) Cansdale of Boulder City, NV; seven grandchildren Walter, Billy, Jonathan, Daniel, Jennifer, Melissa, and Elizabeth and nine great grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held at Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery on Thursday, March 15, 2012 at 12:00 noon. Funeral arrangements are under the care of Boulder City Family Mortuary. The family invites you to sign an online memorial guestbook at www.bouldercityfamilymortuary.com