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Mildred SYMONS Obituary
May 15, 1927 – April 17, 2016
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Mildred Symons. Mildred passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 17, 2016 at the age of 88 years. She will be lovingly remembered in the hearts of her children Grant (Joanne), and Greg (Flo); grandchildren Erica, Pam and Jenna as well as numerous relatives. Mildred was born in Calgary, AB. She was predeceased by her loving husband Doug. She was known for her green thumb, the bloom of fresh flowers each year will serve as a tender reminder of her. A special thank you to the caring and kind- hearted staff at Bowcrest Care Centre for making Mildred as comfortable as possible during her time there. Please join us for a Celebration of Mildred's Life at FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL, 3220 – 4 Street N.W., Calgary (across from Queen's Park Cemetery) on Friday, April 22, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via the website www.fostersgardenchapel.ca. FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM. Telephone: 403-297-0888. Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial.
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Nancy Abrahamson
April 25, 2016
When someone you love becomes a memory. The memory becomes a treasure.
So sorry to hear of Millie's passing, Deepest sympathy to Grant, Gregg and their families.
Loved looking at her beautiful flowers. We were neighbors and friends for over 20 years.
From the Abrahamson Family
April 21, 2016
Myrna and Bill Meyer send our deepest sympathies to Grant and Gregg and their families as Millie will be sadly missed by all. We enjoyed many long telephone chats. She was a wonderful caring person and always had a great sense of humour
Jane
April 20, 2016
My husband and I bought our first house 2 years ago - Mildred's house. We have enjoyed watching her lovely gardens bloom over the past 2 seasons. Thinking of your family. Jane and Chris.
April 18, 2016
Millie was a very important person in our lives. We remember many special visits with her both here in here in Saskatoon and in Calgary. As his aunt Larry loved her very much.
Larry & Betty Mitchell and our family, Cathryn, Andrew, Stephen & Robert and their families.
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