The family of Verna Allenspach wishes to announce her passing on December 20, 2013. Her daughters Helena (Willi), Audrey (Ekke), Yvonne Marie, Jacqueline (Steven) and her only son Alf (Tracy), grandchildren Kalin, Andrew, Jill, Maggie Veronica and Gabriel will miss this wonderful woman and hold her memory dear. Her love of music and enthusiasm for life touched many lives. She was predeceased by her husband of 53 years Erwin Walter Allenspach, of Zurich, Switzerland. A Memorial Mass will be held on December 27, 2013 at 2 p.m. at St. Agnes Parish Church, Carstairs, Alberta. Reception to follow at the Half-Century Club.