Elva Doreen Holm (Stewart) of Vulcan, formerly of Champion, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2014 at Vulcan Extendicare with her daughter Lynda by her side.
Doreen was born on October 27, 1925 at Reid Hill, Alberta, east of Vulcan, to Gordon and Elva Stewart. She was the second child of seven siblings.
Doreen is survived by her children Lynda (Byron) Smith, Michael (Cheryl) Holm, Bob (Valerie) Holm; six grandchildren Eryn Smith, Cory (Amanda) Smith, James (Shannon) Holm, Perry Holm, Jackson Holm and Jennifer Holm; six great grandchildren Darby, Nicholas, Megan, Austin, Ava and Presley; brothers Bruce (Mona) Stewart and Charles Stewart, brother-in-law Sev Pasolli, sisters-in-law Helen Sanderson and Florence Stewart, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Doreen was predeceased by her parents Gordon and Elva Stewart, in-laws Edna and Peter Holm, husband Ted, grandson Bradley Holm, brothers Gordon (Sonny), and Robert Stewart, sisters Betty Peters and Ruth Pasolli.
Doreen was very active in her community and was an active member of the United Church Women. She enjoyed playing bridge with many close friends from Champion and the Fireguard District. She enjoyed many years of curling and later became a fan of golf. She and Ted became Snowbirds and enjoyed many winters in Mesa, Arizona where they were involved in many activities.
Doreen’s grandchildren and, in later years, great-grandchildren were the light of her life. She will be greatly missed by us all.
A Celebration of Life service will be held on Wednesday, February 26, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. at the Champion Community Hall (106 – 2 St. Champion) with Sue MacDonald D.M. officiating.
Inurnment Champion Cemetery.
If friends so desire, tributes in Doreen’s memory can be made to Champion Community Hall, Box 179, Champion T0L 0R0 or Vulcan Extendicare Auxiliary, Box 810, Vulcan T0L 2B0.
Arrangements in care of Vulcan Funeral Home. Telephone 1-403-485-2633. E-mail condolences through www.vulcanfuneralhome.ca.
So sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. Doreen was a very special loving, caring friend to Mom especially after Dad died and her friendship was very much appreciated. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Condolences from distant cousins from Lethbridge
Our thoughts are with you at this time.
So sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. We understand the sadness you’re feeling and our prayers are with you. May your cherished memories comfort you now and always.
Harvey Fath and family
We are so sorry for your loss. i often think of the year i lived with Aunt Doreen & Uncle Ted. I shall remember her lovely smile and laugh. She was a great lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Irene & Paul Bastian
We are sorry for your loss. I often think of the year I spent in Aunt Doreen & Uncle Ted’s home. I loved Aunt Doreen’s smile and laugh. She was a great lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Irene & Paul
Mike,Lynda, Bob and families sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom.. She was always a very classy lady and has now gone to join your Dad. Her new journey is just beginning and there is no more pain. Hold on to the memories and lean on your family and friends for comfort. She will be with you always. Take care. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Lynn Kranzler
We are so sorry to hear of your Mom ( Doreen) passing away. She was a class 1 lady and she was always so friendly with us and always stop to visit when we run into each other. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
We are so sad to hear of your Mom Doreen’s passing. I will always remember as a class 1 lady and loved our visits when ever I saw her. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
So sorry to hear of Aunt Doreen’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Marilyn & Rob
Lynda, Mike, Bob and families, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Doreen was like a second Mom at times. She was especially thoughtful after my Mom passed away with phone calls and cards. We know her long difficult journey is over and that she is finally at peace. Sincerely, Gerry and Glenda
So sorry for your lists. We have many memories if a classy lady to whom family came first. All our live and prayers, Edna and Dave