Obituary of Carol Louise Kraychy

June 12, 1963 – Drayton Valley, Alberta

June 12, 2023 - Calgary, Alberta

Carol Kraychy, beloved wife of Terry Kraychy of Calgary, AB, passed away on Monday, June 12, 2023, at the age of 60 years.

Besides her loving husband, Carol is survived by her two daughters; Marinna (Zachary) Dusoswa, Jenna (Khalil) of Vancouver, BC; her son Adam (Megan); and her granddaughter Edith.

Carol is also survived by her two brothers Wayne (Sherri), and Ken; mother-in-law Pat Kraychy, as well as nieces & nephews Melissa, Alena, Michael, Kimberly, Kristopher, Brittany, Carly, Dillon, cousins, her best friend Shirley Hungar and numerous friends.

Carol is predeceased by her parents, Dorothy and Michael Chorney and father-in-law Russell Kraychy.

Carol enjoyed gardening, vacationing, and reading. Travel with Terry or the family took her to Europe, the Dominican Republic, Hawaii, Cuba, Mexico, and Disneyland.  She was extremely fond of the family summer vacations to Kalamalka Lake, BC, an area she dearly loved.  Christmas was a special time of year for her where decorating, and showcasing the house gave her so much joy.

She will be most remembered for her love of her family, Carol’s dedication to her family was unwavering. She chose to be a stay-at-home mom for the entire duration of her children’s primary and secondary schooling, and took great pride in volunteering at their schools, and extracurricular activities. She was extremely proud of her children, and the responsible adults they have come to be. Although she only had a short time to know her first grandchild, Edith was the brightest light that she had ever hoped for.

Carol was also devoted to the family’s furry friends, including cats Charlie, and Cory, horses Allie, and Sonny.  Cory, and Sonny will deeply miss her.

The family wishes to express their gratitude to Carol’s long-time friend Shirley Hungar for her devoted companionship over the years, and her immense support since Carol’s diagnosis.

A special thanks is extended to Unit 47 of the Foothills Medical Center who provided exemplary care, and compassion for Carol in her final days. Also, to WellSpring/Randy O’Dell House, a community that provided Carol with support, and friendship during her battle.  Prairie Pet Rescue connected Carol with Cory, who she often referred to as her “therapy cat”.

If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, c/o Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331 - 29 Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 4N2 Telephone: 1 (866) 412-4222.  www.albertacancer.ca/memorial, Prairie Pets Rescue, https://prairiepetsrescue.com/contact-us, or Wellspring Alberta, 1404 Home Rd NW, Calgary, AB T3B 1G7, Telephone: (587)-747-0260,  https://wellspringalberta.ca.

Funeral Services will be held at McInnis & Holloway (Deerfoot South, 12281 – 40th Street SE, Calgary, AB) on Friday, June 23, 2023, at 11:00AM.  Reception to follow in the Hospitality Centre at the Funeral Home. Graveside Service to follow at Mountain View Cemetery. Before Carol passed, she conveyed her wish that everyone wears colours (as opposed to black) to her service. Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared and viewed here.

In living memory of Carol Louise Kraychy, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Deerfoot South, 12281 – 40th Street SE, Calgary, AB T2Z 4E6, Telephone: 403-203-0525.