December 18, 1939 – Cornach, Saskatchewan
April 12, 2017 – Calgary, Alberta
Gail, beloved wife of the late Ross Baillie passed away on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at the age of 77 years.
Gail was born in Cornach, Saskatchewan to parents Robert and Arletta Flynn. There she grew up with her brother, Marvin Flynn. Gail was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was an active volunteer throughout her years for the Calgary Food Bank, Rockyview Hospital, and canvassed for the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Gail was very active in sports, including track and field and baseball in her younger years, including coaching her son’s teams. In her early adulthood through later in life, Gail loved to curl, winning many bonspiels. She learned to ski later in life, and enjoyed her many ski vacations with her family and friends, as well as playing cards into the wee hours of the morning. Gail loved animals. There was always the presence of a dog in the household, and her children’s pets were enamoured with their grandma Gail.
She is survived by her children and their spouses, Robert (Yvonne) Baillie of Edmonton, Alberta, Dave (Brenda) Baillie of Calgary, Alberta, Krista (Rick) Scott of Spirit River, Alberta and Kari (Paul) Cook of Calgary, Alberta. She is also survived by her siblings, Marvin (Marilyn) Flynn of Victoria, British Columbia, Sister in-law Donna Birwert of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan and Brother in-law Dean Baillie of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. Six grandchildren and one great-grandchild, Charla (Scott) Traquair, Travis Baillie, Taryn Baillie, Justin Cook, Connor Baillie, Taylor Cook and Kate Traquair. Gail was predeceased by her husband Ross Alan Baillie of forty-five years, and their daughter, Kathryn Dawn Baillie.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY (Fish Creek, 14441 Bannister Road S.E., Calgary, AB) on Thursday, April 20, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation in memory of Gail Baillie.
In living memory of Gail Baillie, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek, 14441 Bannister Road S.E., Calgary, AB Telephone: 403-256-9575.
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Gail was a super neighbour and will be missed by her many friends!
Sorry to hear about your mom.
Gail had a beautiful spirit and will be missed. Sheila and I enjoyed going on skiing and camping trips with the “Baillie’s” very much. I have many memories of Gail, Ross, Krista and Kari having a good time on these family trips. Gail had a great sense of humor.
Arie (my husband) and I appreciated that she was able to come to our wedding and that she made the effort to come to Buffalo Lake for Mom and Dad’s 50th Wedding Anniversary. (Norman and Geraldine Dennis). I know my parents always liked it when Gail phoned to catch them up on the “latest news” and to ask them how Dad’s health was doing.
My sympathies to everyone in the family.
Really sorry for your loss.
Gail was a beautiful lady inside and out and will be greatly missed by all that knew her. Thoughts and prayers are with all of her family & friends!! Gail was my Dad’s cousin (Greg Day) and we always had a great visit/laugh at the family functions we were both attending.
Colette
My deepest sympathies on the loss of Gail. I know that she will be dearly missed, but I know that she is together with Ross again. Thinking of you all
Our deepest condolences to all of Gail’s family from Olga and Glen Hutka, and Alex Slonim. Gail and Ross welcomed me and my son Alex to Canada more than 20 years ago and were our greatest supporters. They were like our second family in our chosen homeland for years. Gail (like Ross) will always have a special place in our hearts…
What a tragic loss of a beautiful person ! Her laughter, sense of humour, and kind words will be sorely missed. Our coffee group will not be the same.
My husband and I extend our sincere sympathy to your family and may the wonderful memories be with you forever. ‘Until we meet again……
Sorry we could not be there for your mom’s funeral as we are out of country. Loved her picture in her Flames jersey so cute she was. Sincerely from The Fodes.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Grew up in Coronach and enjoyed spending time with Gail and her Family..She was a very loving and thoughtful person and we always had a good visit when she came back for various occasions during the past years. Cherish all your wonderful memories..Sending my Deepest Sympathy, Love and Hugs to Gail’s Family.
Bev Noble
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing, Krista. Sending a big hug to you!!!
Gail was a very nice person and we will miss our number one fan.
Dear family members,
We are so sorry for your loss. Gail has been a true source of inspiration for us, your swedish family. She has always had a smile on her face and a good story up her sleave. She was great company and we will truly miss her. She will be cherished and rememberd by us forever.
We are so saddened to hear of Gail’s unexpected passing. Our sincerest sympathies to the entire Baillie family. Love from Kathy, Paul, Tanner & Cole (Yvonne’s sister & family).
Prayers & Thoughts are with you all at this difficult time of Gails passing . She will be truly missed but memories will live on forever. Gail was an old school friend of mine RIP dear Gail…..Deepest sympathy to her Family & friends. Deloris Hicks
My condolences to Gail’s family. Ross and I were associates and we were friends of Gail and Ross.
For a few years, we were neighbors in Shawnee Vills and I was surprised several times when Gail would walk in my back door unannounced. She will be missed.
We were sorry to hear of Gail’s passing. Laurie and I loved seeing her at our ballgames and will cherish the time we were able to spend with her. Her smile and kindness always made us feel welcome and part of her family. Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Love,
Scott, Laurie, Brooke & Ella