Michael DENTON Obituary

Published by Calgary Herald from Jan. 30 to Jan. 31, 2013.

DENTON, Michael John
May 18, 1987 - January 23, 2013
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Michael, beloved husband of Carlyn. He passed away suddenly on January 23 in Antarctica. Mike was the son of Carol and Sandy, loving brother of David, Christopher and Claire. Mike was son-in-law of Fran and Ron Morrison, and brother-in-law of Jeff. Mike was born in Calgary and shared his birthday with his Grandpa Jack who had many similar qualities. He was a very compassionate young man whose heart touched many people. He was thoughtful, honest, conscientious, hard-working and had a playful sense of humour. Mike loved the mountains and enjoyed activities like hiking, skiing and snowshoeing. He was a talented photographer who went out of his way to get extra special shots. Mike grew up knowing he wanted to be a pilot and pursued his dream career. Through his work as a pilot he had the opportunity to combine his love of aviation and travel. As much as Mike loved airplanes he was always adamant that he loved Carlyn, his wife, even more. Carlyn and Mike met in October 2005 while attending the U of A and were inseparable from then on. They shared an especially deep connection, loved being outside, dancing in their living room, and going on adventures of all sorts. They were married in September 2012 in Calgary surrounded by the people who loved them. Carlyn and Mike moved to Saskatoon last summer to continue their life together while Carlyn pursued her medical residency. They loved to travel, going to Eastern Europe in 2009 and spent last October exploring France together on their honeymoon. Mike will be sorely missed by his extended family that includes his grandmother Jean Hogg; aunts and uncles Ted (Christine) Hogg, Susan (Barry) Hertz, David (Heidi) Hogg; cousins Alice, Rachel, Danny, Philip, Sarah, Geoffrey, Joseph and Alisa; great-aunt Joan Dewar and numerous relatives from South Africa, and half-uncle Malcolm Denton. He was predeceased by his grandparents Arthur and Daphne Denton, Jack Hogg, great-uncle Zander Dewar and half-aunt Gloria Denton. The families would like to thank Kenn Borek Air for their constant and open communication during the search for the aircraft, and all those involved in the international search and rescue effort. We would also like to extend our sincerest thanks for the support and prayers of people from around the world. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, February 1, at Christ Church Elbow Park, 3602 - 8 Street S.W., Calgary. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to STARS Air Ambulance or a charity of your choice. Condolences, tributes and photos may be posted at either www.borekair.com/memorial/mikedenton or http://tributestomikedenton.blogspot.ca.

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March 19, 2013

Tatsiana Poole

May God help you through this difficult time and may His Angels comfort your souls...you are a family of a hero...

February 4, 2013

Dave and Emma Smith

Sandy, Carol and family
We were so sorry to hear about such a tragic loss and send our sincere condolences. Are thoughts are with you.

February 2, 2013

To the Denton family, so sorry for your loss
have such fond memories of Mike.
Maurice Kheong.

February 1, 2013

Our thoughts have been with you from the beginning. Deepest sympathy to all the family.
Jim & Pat Jorawsky, parents of Dusty, a fellow Borek co-pilot.

February 1, 2013

Regina Legare

My deepest condelences to the Denton and Morrison family. Keep your faith in God - me and my family thoughts and prayers are with you all.

February 1, 2013

B L

May your hearts connect with each other during this sad time, and may you always remember the gifts that he brought to all of you. Many Blessings

January 31, 2013

Such a tragedy, such a loss. On behalf of the Walsh family, I send deepest sympathies to our beautiful friends, the Morrisons, and to the Denton family. May you find strength and peace through each other.
Brendan

January 31, 2013

Sarah Mitchell

My thoughts and prayers are with you Sandy, Carol and family.

January 31, 2013

Dave and Kathy Denton

we are so sorry for your loss -- our thoughts are with you

January 31, 2013

Such a tragedy and such a loss. It is with great sadness that I send, on behalf of the Walsh family, deepest sympathies to our beautiful friends, the Morrison family, and to the Denton family. May you find strength and peace in each other.
Brendan

January 31, 2013

Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow.

-RICC students, Class of 2013

January 31, 2013

Lauren Chabot-Cragg

Sandy & Carol my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

January 31, 2013

Sandra Terry

My heart is so heavy for all the members of your family and the families of Mike's adventurous crew. My thoughts and prayers will be with you all through this terrible time of loss.

January 31, 2013

Mary-Ann Owens

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. It is hard to comprehend the loss of such a bright light in your lives; too early gone. With faith may you let in all the support, love and caring around you all.

Mary-Ann Owens and Ian Watson

January 31, 2013

Robert Ward

My thoughts are with you Denton family.

January 31, 2013

Jim & Joanne

Sandy and Carol,
We were very saddened and shocked to hear of the passing of Michael.
Our sincere heartfelt condolences to your entire family.

January 30, 2013

Ykje

The world was a richer place with Michael Denton.

January 30, 2013

Rest in peace, Michael. Your wife and family must surely miss you.

January 30, 2013

Shelbey Poirier

May you draw strength from your family and friends to help you through your loss. Our thoughts are with you and yours

January 30, 2013

M A

I don't even know you, except through the extensive media coverage recently. But my heart and prayers are with all of Michael's family - his new wife, his parents, his siblings. I cannot even imagine the sorrow and hurt you are feeling but know that a nation and our city stands beside you.

January 30, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

January 30, 2013

Zofia Wojcicka

Words fall short of expressing my sorrow for your loss.

January 30, 2013

Geri Spring

My thoughts and prayers are with all of Mike's family and friends at this time.

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