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Esther KOGSTAD Obituary

Published by Calgary Herald on Nov. 26, 2012.

KOGSTAD, Esther
September 22, 1912 - November 22, 2012
Esther Kogstad passed peacefully in her 100th year surrounded by family on November 22, 2012. Esther will be particularly missed by her children Thelma (Al), Kelly and Victor. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her loving husband Ivar of 48 years. Esther enjoyed her daily shopping trips downtown, watching the Bluejays and following the CFL. She cherished most, the visits with her family. Whether it was looking through photos of her grandchildren, or just having her usual Sunday coffee from Tim's, Esther was always smiling, thankful and gracious. The family would like to thank all the staff at the Southwood Care Centre for their care and compassion for Esther. A Funeral Service will be held at FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL, 3220 - 4 Street N.W., Calgary (across from Queen's Park Cemetery) on Thursday, November 29, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Queen's Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations may be made directly to a charity of one's choice. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via the website www.fostersgardenchapel.ca. FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, Telephone: 403-297-0888. Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial.


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November 29, 2012

Hugh Furber

Dear Vic,

Our sincere condolences. Take care.

Hugh and Toni Furber.

November 26, 2012

Fred and Nadia Johnson

Dear Vic: Nadia and I were sorry to hear of your loss. I remember your mom giving supper to a 17year old hooligan from SAIT that you brought home one day. I believe that was in 1962. Our prayers are with you.

Fred and Nadia Johnson.

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