Obituary of Josephine Ann PATON

April 7, 1936    – Edmonton, Alberta

June 30, 2021 – Calgary, Alberta

Josephine (Jo) Paton of Calgary, AB, passed away on Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at the age of 85 years.

Jo was born in Edmonton, AB, on April 7, 1936.  Jo grew up in Drumheller, AB, moving to Calgary as a young adult.  Above all things, Jo loved to walk, to knit, and to read. In fact, she read with such fervour that her family had difficulty keeping ample novels on hand for her reading appetite.  She will be remembered for the long walks she preferred over any other transport, and the multitude of sweaters, blankets and keepsakes she took great pride in knitting for her family and friends.

Jo is survived by her sons, John (Marla) Paton and Dorin Paton; daughter Rae Paton (Michael Ford); two grandsons, Cale and Wyatt Paton; and two granddaughters, Brenna and Samia Ford. Jo was predeceased by her parents, Stanley and Alma Budynski; and husband John Paton in 2007.

Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY (Fish Creek, 14441 Bannister Road SE, Calgary, AB) on Friday, July 16, 2021 at start time 2:00 p.m. Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and viewed on Jo’s obituary at www.McInnisandHolloway.com. The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at Intercare Chinook Hospice for the exceptional care provided to Jo during her stay.

In living memory of Jo Paton, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek, 14441 Bannister Road SE, Calgary, Ab t2x 3j3, Telephone: 403-256-9575.