Mrs. Marie Eileen Donovan

April 1, 1932 - August 23, 2012

Marie Donovan passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at the High River Hospital on August 23rd, 2012 at the age of 80 years. Marie is survived by her son Ian (Serena) and their children Robert, Julia, Grace, Reese, Riley; daughter Pam and her children Ashley, Turner, Justina; brothers Bernard (Shirley) Curry, Tom (Marilyn) Curry; sister Elizabeth Curry; sisters-in-law Helena (George) Freeman, Joy Donovan as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Marie was predeceased by her husband Lyle in 1996. Marie was born in Windsor, Nova Scotia on April 1st, 1932 where she was raised and completed her teaching certificate. Marie loved teaching, taught overseas and across Canada. Marie married Lyle in 1967 and they farmed together at Mossleigh for the next 35 years. Art history design and silversmithing were very special interests. Marie was a long time member of the High River Legion and High River UCW. The family would like to thank all of the staff of the High River Hospital 2nd Floor for their compassionate care shown to Marie. A Celebration of Marie’s Life was held on Wednesday, August 29th at 1:00 p.m. at the High River United Church. If desired memorial donations may be made to the High River Hospital Foundation – 560 9th Ave. SW, High River, T1V 1B3. To send condolences and view Marie’s Tribute Page please visit www.lylereeves.com . Arrangements in care of Lyle Reeves Funerals (High River) Craig Snodgrass (403.652.4242).