By Times Chronicle Staff
The South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation has announced it has received a gift of $52,000 made in memory of Elizabeth Nancy “Nan” Garrish by her family.
The donation to the South Okanagan General Hospital (SOGH) Campaign highlights her legacy of care and service in the community.
Garrish served as an administrative assistant at South Okanagan General Hospital, first transferring from St. Martin’s Hospital when SOGH opened its doors in 1973. She was a dedicated member of the hospital team until 1983, when she began her cancer treatment.
Family honours the memory of Elizabeth Nancy “Nan” Garrish.
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Nan passed away on March 21, 1984, and her impact on local healthcare continues to be felt today. The Garrish family’s donation ensures her memory supports the very hospital she helped build with her compassion and love for her community.
This gift comes at a crucial time for the SOGH Campaign, a community-powered initiative raising funds to keep emergency services open, bring new ultrasound services to the region, and replace aging diagnostic equipment.
All donations made in November are being matched – dollar for dollar – up to $75,000, thanks to the generosity of Brutus Trucks and Bodies. Supporters wishing to double their impact can donate in person at these upcoming events in Osoyoos and Oliver:
- Tuesday, November 18 – Osoyoos Museum (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
- Sunday, November 23 – Venables Theatre at the Holly Jolly Oliver Community Winter Concert
- Thursday, November 27 – Valley First Credit Union, Oliver
“The Garrish family’s generosity is a testament to the powerful legacy Nan left at SOGH,” said Ian Lindsay, CEO of the SOS Medical Foundation. “We are sincerely grateful for this meaningful gift, which not only honours her memory but strengthens healthcare for families across the South Okanagan.”
Community members can learn more about the SOGH Campaign or make a donation online at sosmedicalfoundation.com/sogh/
