Obituary of Clara Christina Anhorn

March 12, 1925 – Schuler, Alberta

December 5, 2021 - Calgary, Alberta

Clara Anhorn of Calgary, AB, passed away on Sunday, December 5, 2021, at the age of 96 years.

Clara was born in Schuler, Alberta on March 12, 1925. She married the love of her life, Herbert Anhorn on March 20, 1946. They farmed in the Golden Prairie area until 1969 when they moved to Calgary.

Clara is survived by her two daughters and sons-in-law, Debbie and Steve Braun of Calgary, AB, and Melanie Helgeson and Bill Etherington of Slocan, BC; one son and daughter-in-law, Donald and Sharon Anhorn of Calgary, AB; twelve grandchildren, and sixteen great-grandchildren. Clara is also survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Ronald and Barb Schlaht of Airdrie, AB; and sister Viola Szepsi of Calgary, AB; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Clara was predeceased by her husband of 61 years, Herbert Anhorn; one son, Dwaine Anhorn; her parents, one brother and two sisters.

Funeral Services will be held at McInnis & Holloway (Airdrie, 300 Towerlane Drive) on Friday, December 10, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. Graveside Service to follow at Airdrie Cemetery. Reception will follow in the Hospitality Centre at the Funeral Home. Those attending will be asked to provide valid government identification (with name and date of birth) AND confirm one of the following: (A)Provincial vaccine record with QR code (paper or digital); OR (B)negative COVID test (within 72 hours); or (C)valid medical exemption (signed letter); OR (D)under 12 years of age. Family and friends who are unable to attend in person are invited to join Ms. Anhorn’s 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 may be shared and viewed here.

In living memory of Clara Anhorn, 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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