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Obituary of Harry SUEY
August 27, 1927 – Consort, Alberta
February 17, 2020 – Calgary, Alberta
Harry Suey, beloved husband of Patricia Suey, of Calgary, AB, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2020 at the age of 92 years.
Harry was born in Consort, AB on August 27, 1927, the youngest of six children. Growing up in rural Alberta during the depression, he spent much of his time working in the family café and playing whatever sports were available, including baseball, which earned him the nickname “Slug”. From his early days he recognized the importance of education and adventure, which led him to the University of Oklahoma, where he graduated with a degree in Geological Engineering in 1952. For over thirty years, he worked for Dome Petroleum Ltd. until his retirement in 1984. Harry’s constant curiosity about the world and his thirst for knowledge was reflected in his passion for jazz music, non-fiction reading, education and world travel. Trips abroad with Patricia were numerous and far-reaching. From exploring the ruins of Machu Picchu, safaris in Africa, museums in Russia, or watching Grand Slam tennis at Wimbledon and the Australian Open, his interest in history and the world around him was boundless. When not travelling, Harry could be found on the golf course or playing badminton and tennis at the Calgary Winter Club, where he was a charter member.
Besides his loving wife Patricia, Harry is survived by his four children, Murray Suey (Lina), Sandra Fischer (Phil), Laureen Matthews (David) and Marni Suey (Michael LeBlanc); and seven grandchildren, Brenna, Peter, Carissa, Michael, Sean, Poe, and Finnigan. He is also survived by his numerous grand-doggies. Harry was predeceased by his daughter Heather; and siblings, Bill Suey, Kae Chow, Bella Lang, Valeen (Tiny) Pon, and Vivian Templeton.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Calgary Winter Club (4611 14 St NW, Calgary, AB), on Tuesday, March 3, from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to The Calgary Humane Society, 4455 – 110th Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2C 2T7, Telephone: (403)205-4455, www.calgaryhumane.ca. Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and viewed on Harry’s obituary at www.McInnisandHolloway.com.
In living memory of Harry Suey, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH, CALGARY, AB, T2E 2V6, Telephone: 403-243-8200.
