Mike McKINNON
Mike McKINNON
Mike McKINNON
Mike McKINNON
Mike McKINNON

Obituary of Mike McKINNON

April 13, 1964 – Calgary, Alberta

March 20, 2021 – Calgary, Alberta

Mike McKinnon, of Irricana, AB, left us suddenly on Saturday, March 20, 2021 at the age of 56 years.

Mike was born in Calgary, AB to Ian and Virginia McKinnon (nee Hays).  He grew up outside Airdrie, AB on the family farm where he learnt to ranch.  As a young man he moved to Balzac, AB where he studied under his beloved grandfather Jack, Uncle Spencer and good friend Andy to become a skilled Butcher.  Mike settled in Irricana, AB where he raised beef cattle and his two sons whom he loved more than life.  He opened Pure Country Meats in 2000 in Strathmore, AB where he showcased his talents and helped form the plant into the successful business it is today.

Mike had many lifelong friends and cared deeply for his neighbours and his community.  He had a heart of gold and loved to support the local 4H clubs through the business.  Mike loved life outdoors.  He enjoyed working his cows, gardening, snowmobiling, fishing, and golfing.  He will be most remembered for his love of hard work and love of his children and grandchildren.

Mike is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law Tylor and Cassandra McKinnon of  Keoma, Alberta, and Jesse McKinnon and Kathryn Gore of Airdrie, Alberta; his grandchildren Hayden and Hennessy McKinnon; his sister  Peggy McKinnon of  Gibsons, BC; and his parents, Virginia Hays of Red Deer, Alberta, and Ian McKinnon of Magrath, Alberta.

Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and viewed on Mike’s obituary at www.McInnisandHolloway.com.

In living memory of Mike McKinnon, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Airdrie, 300 Towerlane Drive, Airdrie, AB T4B 3L8, Telephone: 403-948-1100.

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