Obituary of Agnes Constance ODLAND

January 20, 1922 – Burdett, Alberta March 7, 2018 – Calgary, Alberta Agnes Constance Odland of Calgary, passed away on Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at the age of 96 years. 96 years well lived! Agnes raised a family of five on three continents. She was forever loving, committed and faithful. Agnes was a missionary first with West Indies Mission, and subsequently with Evangelical Free Church of America. In her spare time, Agnes enjoyed cooking, knitting and entertaining family and friends. Agnes is survived by her five children, Les, Paul, Noma, Glenn and Gary; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; her youngest brother; friends sprinkled around the world; and thirty-seven nieces, nephews and scores of their offspring! She was predeceased by her loving husband Sigvart, by nine of her siblings, and many of her friends. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY (Eastside, 5388 Memorial Drive N.E., Calgary, AB) on Saturday, March 10, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. Reception to follow at the funeral home. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. Thank you to Southview Alliance Church, specifically the Compassion and Care Ministry team, as well as the wonderful staff at The Beverly Estates home where she lived for the past four years. “Lord, my place may not be a royal place, but you have led me here. My task may not be a noble task, but you have appointed it to me. May I fulfill your purpose for this moment in my life by being obedient to your will here and now.” Esther 4:14 In living memory of Agnes Odland, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Eastside, 5388 MEMORIAL DRIVE N.E., Calgary, AB Telephone: 403- 248-8585.