October 24, 1927 – Regina, SK
June 20, 2014 – Calgary, AB
Jean Holmes of Calgary passed away on Friday, June 20, 2014 at the age of 86 years.
Jean was born in Regina, SK: She is survived by her husband Frank; daughter Phyllis (Don) Newborn; son Dan Larratt; grandchildren, Allan, Laura, Roger, Danielle, and Sherisse; and nine great-grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S, Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 200, 119 – 14th Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6 Telephone: (403) 264-5549, www.heartandstroke.ca.
Arrangements in care of McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH, Telephone: 403-276-2296.
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I was always amazed at Jean’s knowledge and expertise with ceramics. As a “newbie,” I only spent 11 years in the basement of her home receiving her instruction and patience. I was always determined to do the eyes myself yet often acquiesced to Jean. Despite her being over 30 years my senior, her hand was far more steady and sure than mine. She was a generous person, often sharing her wealth with me, knowing that I had young children at home. I appreciate having a calm, relaxing place to go on Tuesday nights and being welcomed into the group which has been attending for over 30 years.
We are sorry to hear about your loss and our thoughts are with you.
It is with deep sadness that I read of Jean’s passing. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to all the family. She always made me feel so welcome in your home growing up, I guess it was my second home for a lot of years. I’ll always have the memories.