Obituary of Marjorie Elaine CATES (nee MALOTT)

January 27, 1924 – Leamington, Ontario

August 29, 2020 – Calgary, Alberta

Marjorie Cates, beloved wife of the late Clifton Cates, of  Calgary, AB passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2020, at the age of 96 years.

Marjorie married Clifton in 1942. She moved and started a business in Alberta in 1955.

Marjorie is survived by her daughter Julia (Nick), son-in-law Lloyd Eriksson, her grandson, Bennett, two grand-daughters Robin (Nolan) and Britta (Ritchie) Eriksson; great-grandchildren, Elliott and Vincent, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Marjorie was predeceased by her loving husband Clifton and her daughter Virginia Eriksson.

A Celebration of Marjorie's Life will be held at McInnis & Holloway (Chapel of The Bells, 2720 Centre Street North, Calgary, AB), Saturday, November 26, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. Family and friends who are unable to attend in person are invited to join Mrs. Cates’ service streamed live (see below) on the day of the service. For those who are unable to view live, a recording of the service will be posted. Condolences, memories and photos can also be shared and viewed here. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation be made to The Salvation Army Agape Hospice at http://www.agapehospice.ca/.

In living memory of Marjorie Cates, 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: 403-276-2296.

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