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Cynthia DOWNE Obituary
May 10, 1924 - Calgary, AB
August 19, 2013 - Calgary, AB
Cynthia Clare Downe of Calgary passed away on August 19, 2013 at the age of 89 years. She obtained a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Calgary and then a Master's degree in Music Education from the University of Oregon. She excelled in her teaching career in Calgary and became a music consultant for the School Board, visiting elementary schools to help teachers with music programs. She received an Excellence Award from the Alberta Government for this work. Her love for teaching continued after her retirement, as she freely gave of her time to help young people succeed in their studies. Cynthia loved history, reading and travel, and amassed an extraordinary collection of rare books and artifacts, which she lovingly shared with her many dear friends. Personal correspondence between her, then a young girl, and noted author Lucy Maud Montgomery is now showcased at Ryerson University. Cynthia is survived by two nieces, Pamela Downe (James Waldram) of Saskatoon, SK, and Kathryn Downe (Douglas Watling) of Gagetown, NB; nephew Alan Downe (Siew- Phaik Loke and son Kenny) of Malaysia; sister-in-law Evelyn Downe (Fredericton, NB); and many cherished friends in Alberta, British Columbia, and England. She was predeceased by her brother, Dr. Aylward Downe, in 2002. A Memorial Service will be held at CALGARY CREMATORIUM CHAPEL, 3219 - 4 Street N.W., (within the valley of Queen's Park Cemetery) on Saturday, August 24, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. Please forward condolences through www.hffs.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to The Calgary Humane Society, 4455 - 110 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2C 2T7 (Telephone 403-205-4455, www.calgaryhumane.ca).
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Barry Wood
August 29, 2013
As my 7th Grade(1957)homeroom teacher in room 7-15 at Balmoral Junior High in Calgary, Cynthia introduced me to the joy of music an appreciation I have carried throughout my life. I will never forget her.
John & Leonora Pauls
August 28, 2013
Cynthia was a very special music consultant and friend. She had such a positive outlook and always found something interesting to discuss. As our telephone friend since we moved from Calgary 5 years ago, we found her to be content and happy to be in her home surrounded by her music and her books. We will miss her. Our thoughts and prayers are with her extended family .
Carter & Sheron Schacher
August 25, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
August 23, 2013
I was sad to read about Cyn's (Miss Downe's) passing. My Mom and Cyn grew up together and I knew her as my Mom's friend as well as a music director in Rosedale school when I was growing up, and had to her address her as Miss Downe. She was a wonderful lady, great friend to her friends and would love to chat, as long as you did not phone her during "Cornation Street", she will be missed.
With warm thoughts.
Susan Stott ( Helen Stott's duaghter)_
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August 22, 2013
About +40 years ago,when public education was well funded, there were music consultants with the Calgary Board who helped many a novice teacher hone their skills. Cynthia was one of those people who would visit my music classroom to give me support and
encouragement. She was a grand lady in the truest sense of the word. A true mentor!
Rosemarie Sherban, Nanaimo
Anne Downe
August 22, 2013
Cynthia touched our lives and will be missed by all
Carol & John Stalker
August 22, 2013
Cynthia will be missed by her friends and family Our thoughts are with them at this time.
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