Argelia Guzman

Obituary of Argelia Alvarado de Guzman

September 9, 1935 - San Salvador, El Salvador

May 26, 2023 - Calgary, Alberta

 

Argelia Alvarado De Guzman, born in San Salvador, El Salvador in 1935, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2023, at the age of 87 in Calgary, Canada.

 

Lala, as she was fondly known, was a passionate cook, homemaker, seamstress, and caregiver. She was known for her amazing piñatas and pupusas. She was the beloved wife of Marco (50 years of marriage) and the mother of Gary. She was also the sister of Lidia, Margarita, and Carlos, and an aunt to Juan Ramon, Frank, Claudia, Cindy, Patty, Juan Carlos, Lilian, Geraldina, Fernando, and Andrea.

 

Argelia and Marco always moved around, from one adventure to another, from one Latin American country to another, to the USA; every family member always needed to update their address books.

 

Since the 80’s, Argelia called Canada her home, first landing in Montreal, spending some time in Scarborough before settling in Calgary. Over the years, she developed friendships across the country that grew into an extended family. She brought laughter to our world, love to all, how to be compassionate, and endless joyful memories.

 

We wish to thank all those who took care of Argelia in her last moments, you all were Angels. From the staff at the Tom Baker Center, Dulcina, to the various homecare attendants, and the nurses, gracias a todos por su apoyo.

She will be most remembered for her love for all, her fighting spirit despite her small size, love for butterflies, flowers, and gardening. We are all better for having her graced our lives, although we miss her, her spirit and love will continue to shine on the world.

 

Funeral Services will be held at McInnis & Holloway (Chapel of the Bells, 2720 Centre Street N, Calgary, AB T2E 2V6) Friday, June 2, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. Condolences, memories, and photos can also be shared and viewed here.

 

In living memory of Argelia Guzman, 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: 403-243-8200.

 

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