Obituary of Brenda Gale Ireland

June 5, 1950 - Edmonton, Alberta

October 1, 2022 - Calgary, Alberta

Brenda Ireland passed away on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at the age of 72 years.

Brenda was born in Edmonton, Alberta on June 5, 1950. She was a dedicated grandmother, and her grandchildren brought her the greatest joy. Brenda enjoyed camping, golfing, dancing, singing, poetry, cake decorating, and most of all, being surrounded by her family.

She will be most remembered for her baking and being an exceptional teacher for her grandchildren. Brenda was known for her great sense of humour and living her life to the beat of her own drum.

Brenda is survived by her children, Steve (Brenda), Krista, and Donnie (Tiffany); her beloved grandchildren, Chase, Ethan, Taylor, Jesse, Nevelle, and Catalina; sister Verna (Doug) Staniforth; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Brenda was predeceased by her brother Brian Hill; mother Madeline (Lionel) Naylor; and father Clifford Hill.

A Celebration of Brenda’s Life will be held at the Water Valley Community Hall on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. Condolences, memories and photos can also be shared and viewed here. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Brenda’s honour may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 200, 119 – 14th Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6 Telephone: (403) 264-5549, www.heartandstroke.ca.

In living memory of Brenda Ireland, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Crowfoot, 82 Crowfoot Circle NW, Calgary, AB T3G 2T3, Telephone: 403-241-0044.