With deep love and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Maureen Baily, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, auntie and friend. She passed away on November 7th, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family, after a courageous 15-month battle with glioblastoma. She leaves behind a legacy of faith, humility, and unwavering devotion to those she loved.

Maureen was born in Stratford, Ontario, to her parents Margaret and Jim (W. O’C) Wingham, before her family settled in Vancouver. She attended Little Flower Academy and went on to pursue her passion for helping others at St. Paul’s Hospital Nursing School. It was during her youth, while working at the Safeway on West 10th Avenue, that she was courted by the love of her life, Frank. They were engaged on her 21st birthday and shared a beautiful, enduring marriage of 57 years.

Together, Maureen and Frank built their life in West Vancouver, where they raised their five children: Frank (Olivia), Christina (Rob), Jim (Niamh), Sabrina (Dave), and Candice (Guy).

Maureen’s greatest joy in life was her family. She was the proud and deeply devoted grandmother to 13 grandchildren: Vlad, Brody, Ty, Ella, Gabe, Sophia, William, Genevieve, Dom, Aoife, Eoin, Alexa, and Jacob. Nothing made her happier than being their biggest cheerleader, constantly traveling to ice rinks, sports fields, courts, and riding stables across the Lower Mainland to support them.

An adventurous spirit, Maureen loved to travel, exploring the world alongside her husband and, whenever possible, surrounded by her children and grandchildren.

In her early forties, Maureen faced a battle with cancer, and later in life, her diagnosis with glioblastoma—both of which she took on with immense courage, grace, and an unshakeable faith. Her deep faith guided her life, and she was highly involved in the Catholic Church and serving her community. Over the years, she selflessly gave her time to various ministries, including teaching catechism, prison ministry, and care home ministries. She was always happiest when she was among children and helping those in need.

Maureen will be remembered as a genuinely humble and beautiful person, known for her warm smile, her welcoming aura, and a heart that always put her family first.

She was predeceased by her parents, Margaret and Jim Wingham. She is survived and forever missed by her beloved husband, Frank Baily; her five children and their spouses; her 13 grandchildren; and her loving siblings, Kit (Helen), Jane (Frank), Jim (Valerie), and Sheila (Matt), her sister in law Georgina and many extended family members and dear friends.

SERVICES

Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church (595 Keith Road, West Vancouver) on Monday, November 16th, 2026, at 11:00 AM. 

Following the Mass, a reception to celebrate Maureen's beautiful life will be held at the Capilano Golf and Country Club (420 Southborough Dr, West Vancouver) from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM.

Burial will take place on Friday, November 20th, 2026 at 1:30 PM at Capilano View Cemetery (1490 3rd St, West Vancouver).