On Monday July 11 2011, Merle Beatrice (nee: Vaughan) MacDonnell of Calgary, Alberta passed away at the age of 87.
Born in Bangor Saskatchewan on July 26, 1923, Merle was a loving wife, mother and grandmother, educator, active volunteer, and adventurous spirit. She loved travel, music, and her broad network of friends and family. Merle was a lifelong member at the St. Andrew’s United Church in Calgary, and held her faith very dear.
Merle was predeceased by her beloved husband of 54 years, Andrew Allan (“Mac”) MacDonnell, and her oldest son Allan Brent. She is survived by sons Creighton Garth and Kevin Vaughan, and grandchildren Rhiannon Jayne, Jesse Allin, and Thomas Ian MacDonnell. At Merle’s request, no public memorial service will be held. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Merle MacDonnell a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W., Calgary, AB Telephone: 1-800-661-1599
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On behalf of St. Andrew’s United church I wish to express our deepest sympathy on the loss of this little lady. I visited her once and took a prayer shawl for her but she was having a hard time communicating. I hope that she had a quiet and peaceful ending. May your memories be a treasure for you and your family.
Blessings, Wilma Clark, Seniors Ministry
St. Andrew’s United.
Dear Creigh, Vaughn, Carol, & family,
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your mother, mother-in-law and grandmother. Our thoughts are with you.
Vern and Pat Bird
Dear Creigh, Vaughn, Carol, Rhiannon,J esse and Tom:
We were saddened to hear of Merle’s passing – she was a good woman. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Debbie(Bird)and Bob Court
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your mother, mother-in-law, and grandmother. Our thoughts are with you.
Vern and Pat Bird
Thinking about you Rhiannon, Jesse and Tommy. I was so sorry to read about the loss of your grandmother.