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Bonnie Mary Sheila LAING
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Bonnie Mary Sheila Laing passed away at the Bowcrest Care Centre on Friday, November 11, 2016 at the age of 79 years. She was born in Calgary, AB in 1937, married her beloved Wyatt in 1967. Bonnie was active in the church and community. She belonged to numerous groups and was dedicated to helping others. That dedication carried her through a 26 year teaching career and into 3 terms as an MLA for Calgary Bow from 1989 – 2001. After 2001, she continued to serve her community and will be remembered for her generous spirit. Bonnie is survived and lovingly remembered by her daughter Starr Morrissey, son Wade Laing, extended family and friends in the community. She was predeceased by her husband Wyatt Laing, brother John Paul, infant son Cameron Bruce and parents John Angus and Alice Louise Paul. A Funeral Service will be held at FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL, 3220 – 4 Street N.W., Calgary, AB (across from Queen's Park Cemetery) on Saturday, November 19, 2016 at 10:00 a.m., Reverend Hilde Lorenz officiating. A Visitation will be held one hour prior to service. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes Foundation, 204, 2323 - 32 Ave N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 6Z3; Heart and Stroke Foundation, Suite 200-119 14 Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6; or Parkinson's Society of Alberta 102, 5636 Burbank Crescent S.E., Calgary, AB T2H 1Z6. 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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Mona Switzer
January 30, 2017
I worked with Bonnie several decades agovery early in my teaching career. She introduced me to one of her passions (serving as an ATA school representative)a position that I subsequently carried out for most of my teaching career. I enjoyed reconnecting with Bonnie off-and-on throughout the years, often courtesy of a teachers' reunion that used to be held annually in the Bowness area. I had lost track of your mom in the past few years and just learned of her passing through the CRTA Winter Newsletter. My sincere condolences on your loss.
Belle Foley
December 17, 2016
Bonnie was a wonderful leader and educator in our community! God Bless you Bonnie for all that you've done for others.
Donna Ballard Phibbs
December 1, 2016
I had the opportunity to work for Bonnie when she was first elected as an MLA and I was always touched by her kindness and dedication to people, her work, her constituents and her family. She will be missed.
December 1, 2016
I had the opportunity to work for Bonnie when she was first elected as an MLA and I was always touched by her kindness and dedication to people, her work, her constituents and her family. She will be missed.
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November 27, 2016
Your loss is a loss for all Albertans. Bonnie Laing was a special person who used her intelligence, dedication and kindness to the betterment of all. I knew her when she was the Chair of AADAC. She demonstrated her many good qualities during this time. She took the time to become informed, contributed in every way she could and brought her kindness and strengths to further the goals of AADAC.
On a personal note, she took time from her busy schedule to attend and offer support at a time when I had a personal loss.
Pearl Calahasen
November 22, 2016
One of the kindest individuals I was lucky to have as a colleague in the legislature. She brought heart and soul to the job, Deepest sympathies to the family.
Pearl Calahasen (Widewater Ab )
Dianne Nielsen
November 20, 2016
My sincerest sympathy to the family. I enjoyed being with Bonnie at any time. We were colleagues in the Legislative Assembly of Alberta together. We always had a good time and attended many events together as Calgary MLA's.
She was a very happy, upbeat person and ever so kind. My thoughts are with the family. Dianne Nielsen (Mirosh) former MLA Calgary Glenmore
November 20, 2016
A fine person and good MLA. I m sorry for her loss.
Dennis Anderon
November 19, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Starr and Wade. Our Moms were good friends when they were young. We all use to get together often a you lived down the street in Bowness. Delores passed away a few years back, but always remembered her friend Bonnie and all their adventures.
Linda and John Pfeiffer
November 18, 2016
Starr,
my deepest condolences for your loss.
I regret we lost touch, but you've always been in my heart.Sadly, did not know your mum, but had the absolute privilege of knowing you. Your intrepid spirit will carry you through this -
much love
Trish
Brian Evans
November 18, 2016
I'm very sad to hear of Bonnie's passing. She was one of the kindest people I've ever met. Rest in Peace, Bonnie.
November 18, 2016
Deepest sympathy to the family of Bonnie.
We worked together at Marion Carson School.
Bonnie worked very hard and gave so much of her time to her students. Jan Kostyniuk
Marcia Davis
November 18, 2016
I worked with Bonnie on the Calgary Housing Committee.Her leadership and compassion were greatly admired.
Ed & Heather Riach
November 18, 2016
Please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of Bonnie. It was our privilege knowing her. She will be missed by all.
Sincerely,
Ralph Hubele
November 18, 2016
I had the opportunity to work with Bonnie on the Calgary Housing Committee in the 1990's. I thoroughly enjoyed working with her and sharing our accomplishments in serving the housing needs of our community. She was a caring and thoughtful person.
Lenore Gorrie
November 18, 2016
May the memories of your mother's life comfort you during these difficult times. Our deepest condolences.
November 17, 2016
I was very sad to hear of Bonnie's passing. My husband and I volunteered for many years while your Mom was an MLA for the Calgary Bow Region and we greatly enjoyed our association with your Mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Maud Chapman
November 17, 2016
I had the privilege of working with Bonnie while she was Chair of the Calgary Housing Committee, and numerous other housing initiatives in Calgary. She was a true and dedicated person for the Calgary community.
John Martin
Reta
November 17, 2016
Sorry to learn of your loss.
Hugh Magill
November 17, 2016
Deepest sympathies to Bonnies family and many friends. I had the privilege of being on the PC Constituency Association Board when Bonnie was the serving MLA and got to know her well. She was a warm and caring person with a great sense of humour who was always a pleasure to be around. Her love and support for the protection of nature and the Paskapoo Slopes was much appreciated.
Daniel Field
November 17, 2016
I worked on Bonnie's election campaigns and she was a great influence in my life. She inspired me to be a better person and do more for my community. There are very few with Bonnie's humanity who have entered politics to serve. The world has lost another great spirit, but her legacy lives on inside us.
Pat Macleod
November 17, 2016
Starr,
Please accept my sympathy on the passing of your mom. You might not remember me but our family knew your mom and your grandparents very well. In fact my mom babysat you from the time you were born, for many years. Her name was Audrey Parks and my dad Lloyd Parks was a good friend of your dad. My brother Larry and I played with you for years when you were at our house. Your mom was a very special woman. Pat Macleod
Jessie Pringle Keller
November 17, 2016
Starr and Wade, I'm so sorry to hear of your Moms passing. She was so much to so many. I will remember her fondly from our high school years, she kept us on the straight and narrow with her kindness and sense of humour. I have thought of her often, and will remember her always. Much love to you both.
November 17, 2016
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Mrs Laing was the best teacher I ever had. Her passion and love for politics inspired me to become a social studies teacher. I will never forget our grade 4 election we had at W.O.Mitchell, every student had a very specific and important job to do, we even had scrutineers. She was a loving and caring teacher who didn't forget any of her students. She even took time out of her day years later when many of us W.O.Mitchell students she taught graduated from Bowness High School. My sincere condolences.
-Keri-Dawn(Tutty)Hill
Pat Guillemaud
November 17, 2016
Starr & Wade
My sincere sympathy on the loss of your Mum. I "worked" with Bonnie on Provincial Housing Committee and numerous other sub-committees dealing with housing for those in need. She was always so passionate and caring, we would meet for lunch to discuss the issues. There are so many wonderful memories of a great lady, hold them close. May she rest in peace. Take care.
Les & Bea Hamilton
November 17, 2016
Our condolences go out to Star and Wade on the loss of Bonnie. As and old Bowness resident, I remember her and the Paul family going back to the forties when I set pins at the family bowling alley..
We regret being unable to attend the service but our thoughts are with you all.
colleen
November 17, 2016
I worked with Bonnie when she was Chairperson for AADAC in Edmonton and also in her Calgary MLA office. She was a true professional and dedicated to helping people. She will be remembered as a wonderful, kind and loving woman who always made time to listen to her staff and constituents. Most of all I loved her incredible sense of humor. My thoughts are with her family at this sorrowful time. She was loved and will be missed. Colleen
Derrick Rozema
November 16, 2016
I have fond memories of Bonnie Laing as my Grade 5 teacher from 1964-1965 at R. B. Bennett. My sincere condolences for your loss. She was special!
Marg Weber
November 16, 2016
We have known Bonnie Paul (Laing) for many years and will miss her very much. She worked hard with her Dad when he had the Bowling Alley in Bowness. . She worked very hard in her teaching career and as our MLA. Our sincere sympathy to Wade and Starr. Don and Marg Weber
November 16, 2016
So sorry to hear of Bonny's passing
Jerry Mills
Robert (Bob) Smith
November 16, 2016
I am sad to hear of Bonnie's passing. She was a long-time family friend dating back to the late 1940's. Her brother Johnny was one of my best friends in Bowness. Her parents, John & Alice, helped our family cope after my father's death in WWII. Sincere condolences to the Laing family.
ed
November 16, 2016
mrs laing was my LA teacher at sir John A she always pushed me to do better
November 16, 2016
She was our MLA for many years and very conscientious. I am sorry for your loss.
Beverley Smith
Karl John Haga
November 16, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of my godmother, Bonnie. May Starr and her family know that my thoughts are with them. She was very special in my younger years.
Barbara Webber
November 16, 2016
Sincere condolences to the family. Bonnie was a tremendous role model to so many. I remember her as a caring, hard working, and inspirational leader. The constituents of Calgary Bow were lucky to have her as their MLA. May she and Wyatt rest in peace.
Deidra Stephenson
November 16, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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