February 13, 1958 – August 3, 2009
Susan Poplar, beloved wife of Maxie Poplar of Calgary, passed away on Monday, August 3, 2009 at the age of 51 years following a courageous battle with cancer. Susan’s favourite activities were house cleaning and socializing with members of the Calgary Co-Op, where she worked as a Deli Supervisor. She was very devoted to her work, and loved by all who worked with her and knew her.
Susan is lovingly remembered by her husband of 36 years, Maxie; sons Jason and Jeremy Poplar of Saint John, NB; mother Dorothy Ernestine Smith of Saint John, NB; sisters Deborah Trites, Dorothy Clark, and Patty Parkdale, all of Saint John, NB, Jackie Engen of Ottawa, and Heather Jewett of River Herbert, NS; and brother Charles Smith of Saint John, NB. Susan will also be sadly missed by mother-in-law Eva Poplar; sisters-in-law Beverly Poplar, Lorna Melanson, and Nancy McKeigan, all of River Herbert, NS; brothers-in-law Keith Poplar, Randy Poplar, and Michael Poplar, all of River Herbert, NS, John Poplar of Eastern Passage, NS and Marty Poplar of Calgary, AB; special friend Glenna Fanjoy of Cambridge Narrows, NB; numerous nephews, nieces, extended family and many friends. She was predeceased by her father James Smith of Saint John, NB, and father-in-law John Poplar of River Herbert, NS.
Susan’s family will hold a Celebration of her Life and Interment in New Brunswick at a later date. Please forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. Maxie would like to thank the members of the Calgary Co-Op, Cronkhite Supply, and Nicholson Sales for their kindness. Susan will be sadly missed! In living memory of Susan Poplar, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Eastside Memorial Chapel, 5388 MEMORIAL DRIVE N.E. Telephone: (403) 248-8585.
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Maxie and family,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Susan. Please know that you are in our thoughts and our prayers. Stay strong and be well. Brenda and family, Saint John, New Brunswick.
Sorry to hear about your loss, so much cancer these days it is scary. Just to let you know I miss you at the office Maxi, not the same without you.
Hello Maxie, so sorry to hear about Susan.
My condolences to you and your boys.
I’ll keep you in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
God Bless.
Dee Dee
To Susan’s family:
We send our Prayers to the Family.
We both worked with Susan at #16 Co-op.
Her love was her family & close friends.
Mark & I are so glad our paths crossed. She will be missed.
Susan was a wonderful lady.
Our hearts go out to all her family.
Just remember:
Pennies from heaven will fall,to let you know her love will always be around you.
Keep her memories close & she will always be near.
Our condolences again to the Family
Iris & Mark
Maxie and family, so sorry to hear of your loss of Susan, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Maxie, may every gesture of kindness by others bring comfort to you and the boys.
Sue Olsen-Doyle
Maxie and family
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Katherine
Maxie, I was so sorry to hear of Susan’s passing. She was a beautiful person. The border she put up is still in my kitchen. You and you family are in my prayers.
Cathy Kinsella
Hello Maxie, so sorry to hear about your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Take Care
We just heard about Susan passing on the weekend. We lost touch but haven’t forgotten you and the good times we had at the camp and Narrows,Carol and Gary Williams send their prayers for you and your family also, Take care and keep strong for your boys and family,
Maxie,
Please accept my deepest condolances to you and your family in regards to the recent loss of your wife Susan.
Jesse
Maxie,
I’m saddened by the news of the loss of Susan.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
So very sorry for your loss, Maxie. My thoughts are with you.
Carolyn
Maxie,
We were so shocked and saddened when we heard about Susan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys. Anne & Chuck
On behalf of our board of directors, management and employees, I extend sincere condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Ken McCullough, CEO
Calgary Co-operative Association Limited
Dear Maxie,
Peter called this morning to let us know of the passing of your dear wife, Susan. We were saddened to hear of your loss and pray that you will experience the comfort that only God can bring to a hurting heart at times like this. Auntie Evelyn lives with us now and sends her condolences as well.
Love and prayers,
Cousin Mary (Wellington, NS)
Maxie,
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your wife. You and your family are in my thoughts and I pray that you will find strength in each other and in all the good memories you have.
Linda Bailey
Maxie,
Just getting back from vacation and heard today. Sorry to hear of the passing of your wife, Susan. My thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time. Sorry I missed you at the funeral home. Take care.