August 30, 1978 – February 20, 2010
Leane Guthrie of Calgary passed away suddenly on Saturday, February 20, 2010 at the age of 31 years. Leane grew up in Salmon Arm, B.C. but has lived in Calgary for most of the last twelve years. She studied at Mount Royal College and University of Carleton to earn her degree in criminology, and at SAIT to earn her legal assistant diploma. Leane was very involved with Central United Church the last few years, and she gave freely of her time in volunteer programs such as Inn From The Cold and Sunday school. Leane was loved and treasured by many and her spirit lives on in our hearts.
Leane is survived by her parents Faye and Arnold Guthrie; a brother and sister-in-law, Lyle and Suzanne Guthrie; a sister and brother-in-law, Corinne Guthrie and Allen Cameron; a niece and three nephews, Allison Guthrie, Adam Guthrie, Ethan Cameron, and Isaac Cameron; as well as aunts, uncles and cousins. Leane is predeceased by her beloved dog, Duchess, but they are smiling together again in heaven.
Leane’s family would like to extend heartfelt thank to the community of Central United Church in Calgary as they have been Leane’s second family the last five years. The Church community gave her strength, solace, friendship and purpose, and much, much love.
Funeral Services will be held at Central United Church (131 – 7th Avenue S.W.) on Monday, March 1, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. Graveside Service to follow at Queen’s Park Cemetery. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In lieu of flowers, Leane wished that memorial donations may be made directly to Central United Church, 131 – 7th Avenue S.W., Calgary, AB T2P 0W5 Telephone: (403) 269-3701, www.centralchurch.ca.
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So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family as you struggle through losing a loved one. Ron and Lorraine Wombold
May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time. I am sorry for your loss. I am a member at Central United.
Dear Faye and Arnold and family, we regret that we cannot be with you at this most difficult time. Our thoughts are with you and we hold you close to our hearts. Love and God`s blessing to your entire family. Margaret and Bob Peters
I’m so saddened to hear about your loss. I was blessed to get to know her through her time at Central United. I will remember her genuine kindness, warmth, beautiful smile, and servant heart. I know that Jesus is looking after her. May God comfort and strengthen your family during this difficult time. I hold you in my prayers.
Dear Faye and Arnold – We were greatly saddened to hear of your tragic loss. Our thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.
Faye and Arnold and Family: Your Cerritos Mexico Friends and Neighbors send our heartfelt condolences and our prayers for you. Our hearts are with you in this time and our support will be with you in the time ahead.
Faye and Arnold: Our sincerest condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mr. & Mrs. Guthrie… I would like to offer my deepest sympathy on your tragic loss of your precious daughter Leane. I worked with Leane, and know what a lovely young woman she was. Words cannot express how sad that I feel of your great loss, so let me say how sorry I am that this ocurred to someone so young.. my love and prayers are with you all. Tammy Kenny
Faye, Arnold and family.
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter, Leane. We are thinking of you all and send our love.
Sincerely, Carl & Esther Bryanton and family