Lena Joyce McKay passed away peacefully at the Southwood Hospice on September 18, 2019 at the age of 87 years. Lena is lovingly remembered by her children Wayne (Barb), Brian and Sherry (Roger); grandchildren Christie (Will), Scott (Sophie), Brad, Michelle and Ally; and great-grandchildren Kate, Jacob, Ryan, Isabelle and Margot. She is also survived by four sisters and three brothers. She was predeceased by her loving husband Danny and one sister.
Mom was born in Golden, B.C. and raised in Carstairs, AB. Mom and Dad moved to Okotoks and made many life-long friends there. They later moved to Drumheller and eventually settled in Calgary.
Mom’s greatest love was spending time with her family, camping, dancing and listening to music. She was a long time employee of the Bank of Commerce and proud to volunteer for the Calgary Police Service after her retirement.
A Memorial Service will be held at SOUTH CALGARY FUNERAL CENTRE, 12700 Macleod Trail South (at Lake Fraser Gate), on Friday, September 27, 2019 at 1:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations being made in Lena’s memory directly to a charity of their choice.