Obituary of Clifford Parsons

Cliff Parsons of Calgary passed away peacefully after a valiant struggle with cancer with his family by his side on Sunday, December 28, 2003 at the age of 77 years. Cliff was born in Winnipeg, MB on July 12, 1926. He moved to Calgary in 1962, where he pursued an active and lengthy career as a denturist. Cliff enjoyed a lifelong passion for horses and the outdoors. Cliff’s sense of humour, kindness and optimistic outlook will be fondly remembered. Cliff will be lovingly remembered by his devoted companion and best friend Eloise; his children, Judy, Mike, Kate, Tracey, and by Eloise’s children, Arlene, Terry-Lynn, Sam and Adrian. Cliff was also blessed with nineteen grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and many loving relatives and friends. A private family Memorial Service will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.). To forward expressions of sympathy go to www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 215 – 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 1A2. Telephone: (403) 205-3966. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the nursing staff on Unit 59, of the Rockyview General Hospital for their caring and compassion. In living memory of Cliff Parsons, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E., CALGARY, TELEPHONE: (403) 256-9575.