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Marie Haugen of Calgary, AB, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at the age of 88 years.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday November 2, 2024 at 1:30 pm at Hope Lutheran Church 3527 Boulton Road, NW.

Click here to get the link for the Live Stream.

Obituary:

Marie Haugen of Calgary, AB, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at the age of 88 years.

Marie was born in Dawson Creek B.C on October 16th, 1935. As a child she later moved to Torquay and Outlook, SK. On completing her Highschool at LCBI Outlook, SK, she entered the School of Nursing at Moose Jaw Union Hospital, SK. On completing her RN, Marie went to Vancouver General Hospital to complete her post graduate training specializing to become an Operating  Nurse.

She nursed at Vancouver General Hospital, BC, Montreal Royal Victoria Hospital, QC, Zweibrücken and Lahr in Germany, Holy Cross, Col Belcher, and Rocky View Hospitals in Calgary, AB.  In the early 60’s she travelled to Europe with friends and was hooked on travelling the world! As a civilian nurse in the CAF in Lahr, Germany she used Germany as a launchpad for her travels. She travelled the world and touched all the continents with the exception of Australia.

She was a member of the Sons of Norway, sang in the Scandinavian Choir and volunteered at Heritage Park Calgary, AB. Marie was proud of her Norwegian heritage and did beautiful Hardanger needlework. She will be most remembered for her independence, her love of travel and her love of family.

The past 7 years Marie’s home was at St Teresa Covenant Care Supportive Living. Her family wishes to thank the medical, housekeeping and dietary staff for their outstanding care, patience and for treating Marie with respect. Special thanks to Betty, Dr A Choksey, pharmacist Anita and chaplain Greg. We were very fortunate to hire a friend, Simone, from a Friend Indeed. Marie instantly connected with Simone as she was from Germany. She supported Marie in activities, encouraged her to talk about her family, travels and reminisce about her happy times. Simone was truly an Angel - giving quality to Marie’s life!

Marie is survived by 3 brothers and 3 sisters: Kathryn Jamieson, Steinar Haugen (Shirley), Ruth Lee, Ken Haugen, Loey Haugen-Svensson (Raini), Phil Haugen (Trish) as well as 15 nieces and nephews, 30 great nieces and nephews, numerous cousins, and friends.

Marie was predeceased by her parents Rev. Arnold K. Haugen and Clara Haugen, Sister Dorcas Ekstrand, Sister-in-law Gayle Haugen, Brother-in-laws Dr. Clarence Ekstrand, Dr. Geoff Jamieson and Dr. Marv Lee.

Celebration of Marie’s Life will be held at Hope Lutheran Church (3527 Boulton Road N.W., Calgary, AB) on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 1:30. Reception to follow in the Church Hall.

Live-streaming of the Celebration of Life will be available for those unable to attend in person https://www.hopelutheran.ca

If friends so desire, family requests that memorial tributes be made directly to Marie’s favourite charity - Canadian Lutheran World Relief 400-185 Carlton Street Winnipeg, MB R3C 3JI. Phone Toll- free 1-800-661-2597. www.clwr.org

Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared and viewed with Marie’s family at www.MHFH.com.

In living memory of Marie Haugen, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes.