Agnes Ida Holmes

June 20, 2015

HOLMES, Agnes Ida
August 19, 1933 - June 20, 2015

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Agnes Ida Holmes (Albrecht) on Saturday, June 20, 2015 at Clifton Manor in Calgary surrounded by her loving family. Agnes was the youngest of 5 children born in Prince George, British Columbia. She became an LPN and spent many years devoted to nursing in various locations around Alberta, eventually retiring from the Olds General Hospital where she had nursed for over 20 years. Agnes was a devoted wife, avid birdwatcher, excellent gardener and talented artisan. Agnes was predeceased by her husband, Gilbert Neil Holmes, with whom she spent many happy years. The end of her life was spent in Clifton Manor, where she received excellent care.

As per Agnes’ wishes, there will be no Memorial Service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Agnes’ memory to either Alzheimer Society of Alberta, 10531 Kingsway Avenue, Edmonton, AB, T5H 4K1 or to Clifton Manor, 4726 – 8 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB, T2A 0A8.

Messages of Condolence

I met Agnes after my husband moved into Clifton Manor in 2014. Agnes was one of the first residents on hubby's unit I tried to connect with and she became dear to me. My sincere condolences to Agnes's family and to everyone who knew and loved her.

- Valerie McKinney

When I was a very young teacher at my first school near Telfordville, Alberta, I attended the nearby Lutheran church where the Albrecht family also attended. They invited me into their home, and Agnes and her sister(s) became my friends. Many years later I met Agnes again in Olds, Alberta.

- Luella (Kurpjuweit) Kowalsky

So sorry to find out about the passing of Agnes. My sincere condolences to all the family. I have been trying to re-engage contact with Agnes for the last two or three. I am Roger Neal Holmes,surviving son of David Holmes ( Gilbert`s brother) and his wife Dorrie. I would love to hear news of the Family if anyone would like to contact me

- Roger Neal Holmes

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