Obituary of Neill Fearnley

April 21, 1953 - Liverpool, England

July 13, 2024 - Calgary, Alberta

Neill Fearnley, beloved husband of Karen Bedard, passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at the age of 71 years.

Neill was born in Liverpool, England on April 21, 1953. He immigrated to Canada, along with his parents Allan and Phyllis in 1959.

Neill and Karen spent twenty-two loving years together, along with their blended family which included Neill’s children, Liam (Nooshin), Jason, and Chandra, and Karen’s daughters, Genevieve (Tom) and Jillian.

He spent more than forty years directing film and television; it was his true passion. He had a deep love for astronomy and was an avid reader, with an affection for science fiction and fantasy.

Neill is survived by his beloved wife and children, his four grandchildren, Olivia, Max, Harper, and Logan; his two brothers, Stuart (Karen) and Andrew; as well as numerous family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Allan and Phyllis.

Neill will be deeply missed in the hearts of those he left behind.

Funeral Services will be held at McInnis & Holloway (Chapel of the Bells, 2720 Centre Street N, Calgary, AB T2E 2V6) on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. Reception to follow in the Hospitality Centre at the Funeral Home.

If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the A.L.S. Society of Alberta (Lou Gehrig’s Disease), 7874 10 Street NE, Calgary, AB, Telephone: 403-228-3857, www.alsab.ca/donate.

Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared and viewed with Neill’s family here.

In living memory of Neill Fearnley, 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: 403-276-2296.