FLORENCE AGNES DYCK

Adjust Text Size: A+ A-

FLORENCE AGNES DYCK January 8, 1926 - Altona, Manitoba - January 23, 2016 - Calgary, Alberta Florence, beloved wife of John Raymond Dyck, of Cochrane, AB, passed away on January 23, 2016, at the age of 90 years. Florence grew up in Gretna, MB and was trained as a Registered Nurse in St. Boniface Hospital. After marrying John, they served in hospitals in Canada, Africa, the United States and Asia. Most recently a resident of Cochrane, she enjoyed hiking, crocheting and singing in choirs. An adventurous spirit, she was also a devoted sibling, wife, mother and grandmother, a regular and committed member of her church and volunteer communities, and a loyal friend. She enjoyed being outside and was a regular fixture on her morning walks next to the Bow. Florence was faithful, caring and enthusiastic. Florence is survived by her husband John Dyck; her children, Donna Irene Ruparell, wife of Tinu Ruparell, of Calgary, Peter Jonathan Dyck, husband of Susan Dyck, of Vancouver; and her grandchildren, Kiran, Sacha and Anya Ruparell, all of Calgary. Florence was predeceased by her siblings, Edwin Buhr, Hilda Friesen, John Buhr, Elmer Buhr, Esther Buhr, Leonard Buhr and extended family, Harold and Kathleen Dyck, Edmund and Dorothy Dyck, Victor Dyck and David Dyck. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY Chapel (Cochrane, 369 Railway Street, Cochrane, AB Tel: 1-800-661-1599), on Friday, January 29, 2016 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Memorial services will be held at Highland Mennonite Brethren Church (4018 Centre B St., Calgary) on Saturday, January 30, 2016 at 2:30 p.m. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In living memory of Florence Dyck, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park. In lieu of flowers or tributes, donations in Florence's name can be sent to Mennonite Central Committee Alberta, (403-275-6935; officab@mccab.ca, donate.mcccanada.ca)

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 26, 2016