Obituary of Anne Madeline Malin

Anne Madeline Malin (nee Whiting), beloved wife of Merle Malin, of Calgary passed away on Monday, April 30, 2007 at the age of 85 years. Anne was born on September 5, 1921 in Lloydminster, SK and married Merle in Lloydminster on April 7, 1947. Shortly after their marriage they moved to Edmonton, AB and then to Mannville, AB in 1952 where they raised their family. Upon Merle’s retirement they moved to Calgary. Anne’s biggest passions were playing cards, and bingo and she was the Flames number one fan. As the youngest of six children Anne left school to look after her mom. She was very devoted to her family and cared about everyone. She always loved a good laugh especially at family gatherings. Besides her loving husband Merle, Anne is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law Gerry and Kim Malin, of Calgary, AB, Ron and Liz Malin of Edmonton, AB and one daughter Sherrill Barker and her husband Murray Hart, of Edmonton; five grandchildren, Stacey (Scott) Davidson, Curt (and fiancé Michelle), Darren, Craig, and Shawna Malin; and two great-grandchildren Zachary and Danielle Davidson. She is also survived by her brother Tom Whiting; two sisters-in-law Mary Whiting, and Betty Whiting; as well as a large extended family. At the request of the family a Private Service will be held. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 200, 119 – 14th St. N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6 Telephone: (403) 264-5549, www.heartandstroke.ca. The family extends their heartfelt appreciation to the doctors and staff of Unit 112, Neurology Dept., at the Foothills Medical Center and the staff of Newport Harbour Care Centre for their care and compassion. In living memory of Anne Malin, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Crowfoot Chapel, 82 CROWFOOT CIRCLE N.W. Telephone: (403) 241-0044.