Obituary of Margaret Ann Eeles

Margaret was born in Czar, AB and grew up there. On graduation she went to university to become a teacher. She taught in Hughenden & Provost till she married Art Eeles and moved to Strathmore. After raising her children to school age, she returned to her teaching career and taught at Westmount School till her retirement in 1991. She was an active member of the United Church, an active member of the Wheatland Whirlers in Strathmore and was involved in many community activities.

Marg is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Art Eeles. She is also survived by her children, Steve (Rita), Kevin (Donna), Pat (Carol), and Christine Nichols (Basil); 10 grandchildren, Justin, Amanda, Rebecca, Dena, Sheldon, Melissa, Kalie, Chelsea, Jennifer, and Laura; and 14 great grandchildren who were the light of her life.

She was pre-deceased by her parents, Arne and Ruby Kristiansen, brother Arvid Kristiansen, and sister Phyllis Flynn.

A private funeral service will be held Saturday, Feb. 20, 2021. Thanks to the staff at Strathmore Hospital, Dr. Fanning & all our friends. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made directly to Strathmore United Church (410 4 St., Strathmore, AB, T1P 1B4) or Wheatland Crisis Society (PO Box 2162, Strathmore, T1P 1K2).

To watch a recorded version of the funeral service, click here.