It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear love one on Sunday, January 22, 2017, age 87 years. Irene is predeceased by her husband Edward Oldford; parents Arthur & Emily Bown; sisters Susanna (James) Rogers, Elizabeth (Allan) Ward, Drucilla (Harold) Sturge, Ameila (Edgar) Sturge, Louise (Percy) Hunt; brothers Fredrick (Lillian) Bown, Benjamin (Marie) Bown. Left with fond and loving memories are her brother James (Emily) Bown and a wide circle of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. The families would like to express their sincere gratitude for all the love and support expressed during this difficult time.