This is a tribute to Suzanne's dear mother-in-law, Lucy, who recently passed away on August 10 / 2009.
 | | SPARROW, Lucy Anne October 8, 1936 - August 10, 2009 It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that the family of Lucy Anne Sparrow announces that she passed away with her loved ones by her side, after a brief illness, at the age of 72 years. Lucy will be lovingly remembered by her children, Pamela, Bradley (Suzanne), Patrick (Lynette), Carmen, and David (Vivianne). Lucy will also be fondly remembered by her nine grandchildren, Danielle, Jason, Carley, Nicole, Mitchell, Kaden, Megan, Demi, and Kyra, as well as her sister Regina Yaremko, and her nieces and nephews. Lucy was predeceased by her husband Don Sparrow in 1993, her sister Veronica, and brothers Victor and Mark. Lucy was born and raised on a farm near Devon by her parents Alex and Katie Halwa. She attended High School in Calmar where she met her husband to be Don Sparrow. |
| She completed her Registered Nurse Diploma at the Misericordia Hospital in 1958. Don and Lucy settled in Leduc and Nisku where they raised their five children and Lucy supported Don in his business and political careers. After Don's passing Lucy remained an active part of the Leduc community, volunteering for the Catholic Women's League, Meals on Wheels and other local organizations. She also was involved in several elections and recently received an award for 20 years of volunteer service with the Alberta PC Association.Lucy will be remembered by her family and many friends for her joy of life, steady hand in raising a family and her generous heart. She enjoyed spending time with her family at Pigeon Lake, traveling to visit relatives in Poland, and helping others. A Prayer Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, August 14, 2009 at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 5105 - 45A Street, Leduc, AB. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in memory of Lucy at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 15 at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 5105 - 45A Street, Leduc, AB, with Reverend Mike McCaffery as celebrant. It is the family's request that those wishing to place memorials may do so to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, #710, 10123 - 99 Street, Edmonton, AB, T5J 3H1, or to the charity of the donor's choice. To send condolences please visit www.connelly-mckinley.com . Connelly-McKinley Funeral Homes Downtown Chapel (780) 422-2222 Over 100 Years of Service | ||
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