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Alison MICHIELS Obituary
February 11, 1927 - December 3, 2011
Alison Rosalie, beloved wife of Jean-Pierre Michiels of Calgary, passed away on Saturday, December 3, 2011 at the age of 84 years. She was born on February 11, 1927 in Dartford, Kent, England. Alison grew up on the family farm, sharing many stories of her large family and life as a girl during the war years. Alison graduated from college in Occupational Therapy and after working in her field and two years teaching in Nigeria, traveled to Canada in 1957. She arrived in Vancouver, BC where she worked at the Vancouver Children's Hospital. She met her husband Jean-Pierre in Vancouver, moving to Dallas, Texas where sons Dominic and Pierre were born. Returning to Canada, Alison and her family lived in Duncan, BC, where son Alan was born, then to Calgary, AB, and Walnut Creek, CA, eventually retiring to Vancouver and Calgary. She is fondly remembered for her love of music of all kinds, and the joy she took in participating in choirs wherever she lived, including the Calgary Festival Chorus, the Calgary Philharmonic Choir and the Vancouver Symphony Choir, among others. Alison is survived by her husband of 52 years Jean-Pierre Michiels, sons Dominic Michiels (Virginia Wong), Pierre Michiels (Lois Wellwood) and Alan Michiels; grandchildren Madison, Danielle, Graham and Peter; sisters Cecily Coetsee and Heather Hynard, sisters-in-law Diana Hynard and Jean Hynard and numerous nephews and nieces. Alison was predeceased by her parents Frederick and Louise Hynard; sisters Kathleen Smith and Margaret Cooke; brothers Gordon, Ralph, David, sister-in-law Maureen Hynard and brothers-in-law Mike Smith and Barry Coetsee. A Service will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S Elboya Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W., Calgary AB) on Friday, December 9, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. You may forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com . If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Beverly Glenmore Care Centre, 1729 - 90 Avenue S.W., Calgary, AB, T2V 4S1. In living memory of Alison Michiels, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park.
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Lorene Milligan
December 18, 2011
December 17, 2011
Dearest Jean~Pierre, Dominic, Pierre, and Alan... One never wants a good book to end... hoping there could be many more enjoyable chapters. I was so saddened to learn that Alison's journey with us is over... and I am praying that you might all, like her, now be at peace. I believe these last years must have been very troubling...for all. I have such wonderful memories of my association with your family...from teaching your precious 'twins', to visiting your warm home, and enjoying our visits over the years. May you all be blessed with the warmest memories of a delightful lady...who lived life...and enjoyed every special bit of it! You are in our thoughts and prayers. With love...'Lorene'...'Miss Jack' xo ...'n Jim
December 6, 2011
It matters not the distance run
Or how we mark our place
What matters most in all of life
Is how we run the race.
In deepest sympathy,
Stan and Fran
Andrew Hynard
December 6, 2011
A lovely tribute which captures the adventure of the post war years and the huge importance of family. It is great to be a part of that family, and feel close to you all despite being on this side of The Atlantic. Love and best wishes to Ally's family.
Anne Richards
December 6, 2011
My deepest sympathy goes out to my three 'brothers' - my cousins Dominic, Pierre and Alan - and my wonderful uncle, Jean-Pierre. Such a difficult time with such mixed emotions; so sad at Ally's passing, but a peaceful relief that Ally's troubled times are over and she is now at rest. We will miss you, Auntie Ally. Thank you for being a part of our lives xx
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