Obituary of Bruce Warren Claypool

Bruce Claypool of Calgary, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2008 at the age of 41 years. Bruce was the proud owner of “Bookers BBQ & Crab Shack”. He loved spending time with his daughter Josie including, coaching her soccer team and enjoyed playing football, golf, and socializing with numerous friends at Bookers. Bruce is survived by his beloved daughter Josie Claypool; mother of his daughter Kara Claypool; partner Angelika Richter; mom Darlene Shelley; four brothers, Robert (Katrina) Claypool, David Shelley, Braiden Claypool, and Brian Brock; two sisters, Dawn Claypool and Brandie Claypool; four nieces; one nephew; and numerous extended family and friends. Bruce is predeceased by his father Bob Claypool and niece Skylar Claypool. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Tuesday, September 16, 2008 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S, Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Wednesday, September 17, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to Calgary Rotary / Flames House care of the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation, 2888 Shaganappi Trail N.W., Calgary, AB T3B 6A8, Telephone: (403) 955-8818. In living memory of Bruce Claypool, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Telephone: (403) 243-8200.