Obituary of Roxanne Sieben

After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Roxanne passed away peacefully at home in the comfort and love of her family, Carol Ann Hubar, Stuart Bourassa and loving friend Leanne Gladstone. Roxanne was born in Calgary and came to live in Airdrie where for the past fifteen years she enjoyed a life with Carol Ann, Stuart and the embracing community of friends in Airdrie. She had a special friendship with Leanne Gladstone who provided loving and tender support to the end. Roxanne was a talented crafter and enjoyed sewing, doing puzzles and working with animals. She was a doll collector and volunteered her time and spirit enthuastically. Roxanne gave of herself selflessly, loved unconditionally and was a lady in the truest sense of the word. Her incredible spirit always shone through as she welcomed everyone with open arms and a hug. Roxanne was a member of the Special Olympics Bowling, Swimming and Equestrian program and attended the Airdrie Adult Day Program. Roxanne was full of grace and forgiveness and her sense of humor was a delight to all. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Airdrie Funeral Home (300 Towerlane Drive, Airdire, AB) on Wednesday June 30, 2004 from 1:00 P.M. to 2:30 P.M. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Airdrie Funeral Home (300 Towerlane Drive) on Wednesday June 30, 2004 at 2:30 P.M. Graveside Service to follow at Airdrie Cemetery on Friday July 2, 2004 at 11:00 A.M. To forward condolences go to www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, donations may be made by cheque payable to The Tapestry Retreat Fund, the Alberta Cancer Foundation c/o Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331 – 29th Street N.W., Calgary, AB. T2N 4N2. Carol Ann would like to thank Dr. Mo Verjee and staff for their support and care, Lynn Malone and staff at Airdrie Health Unit as well as the friends and neighbors in the community who have opened their hearts and have been so generous in their support. In living memory of Roxanne Sieben, a tree will be planted at Fletcher Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Airdrie Funeral Home, 300 Towerlane Drive, AIRDRIE, TELEPHONE: (403) 948-1100.