Obituary of Thelma (née Dear) Marquardt

Passed away peacefully, with her son by her side, on Saturday, April 18, 2020, at the age of 79. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth (1992). Cherished mother of Wesley (Melody). Adored grandmother of Kaden. Also missed by her sister-in-law, Donna, of Stony Plain, Alberta; nieces and nephews: Linda (Mark) Thurston, Kenneth (Sandra) Parrinton, Douglas, Laura and David Dear, of Stony Plain and Canmore, Alberta; and many great-nieces and great-nephews. Predeceased by her parents, Thomas “Bus” Dear (1940) and Goldie (née Maguire) (1973); and siblings, Gloria Parrinton (2007) and Earl Dear (2008). A private funeral service will be held. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Thelma are asked to consider The Kidney Foundation of Canada or a charity of choice.