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Simon Marial Obituary
Simon Marial passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025 in Brooks, Alberta. He was 55 years of age.
Simon is survived by his father, Madhieu Lual Athian; and siblings, Manyang Madhieu Lual Athian & Ayak Madhieu Lual Athian. He is predeceased by his mother, Achol Kuanac Malek.
A Funeral Service will be held for Simon at Pierson's Forest Lawn Chapel (4121 - 17 Avenue SE, Calgary) on Sunday, October 12, 2025 from 3:00 pm to 5:00pm
Reception will take place after the funeral ceremony at Forest Heights Community Association (4909 Forego Ave. SE, Calgary) from 5:00pm to 8:00pm
The burial place is in Tonj, South Sudan.
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Upcoming Events
Oct
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Funeral service
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Pierson's Forest Lawn Chapel
4121 17 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, AB T2A 0T1
Send FlowersOct
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Service
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Forest Heights Community Association
4909 Forego Avenue Southeast, Calgary, AB T2A 2C4
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