DODDS, Myrna
Posted: April 19th, 2017MYRNA LOUISE DODDS, beloved wife of Alex Dodds of Lethbridge, passed away at St. Michael’s Care Centre in Lethbridge on Friday, April 14th, 2017 at the age of 78 years.
Myrna was predeceased by her mom and dad, Gustav & Louise Schatz.
She is survived by her husband, Alex; two sons, Ron & Mutita Dodds of Lethbridge and Brad & Kari Dodds of Calgary; four grandchildren, Landen, Lacey, Shay & Kiana; two sisters, Diane & Tom Bell of Medicine Hat and Connie & Lou Diede of Rapid City, South Dakota, as well as many nieces & nephews.
Mom was born and grew up on the farm at Hilda, Alberta. She later attended Medicine Hat High School. After graduation she worked for the City of Medicine Hat where she met dad. After marriage (on August 9th, 1958), they moved to Lomond, Alberta, where they operated a garage & gas station. Eventually they sold the garage and went farming at Lomond. They moved to Vulcan, Alberta in 1984 and then Lethbridge in 2015.
Myrna loved to travel and enjoyed her trips to Hemet, CA. Her love of life and people touched the lives of all those who knew her. She accomplished so much in life, including being active in community affairs and raising two children. Our time with her was marvelous.
A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME – 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB. on Saturday, April 22nd, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Stephen Reynolds officiating.
A Private Interment will be held at Mountain View Cemetery, Lethbridge.
In memory of Myrna, contributions may be made to St. Michael’s Foundation, Palliative Care Unit, 1400 – 9th Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4V5.
To send a condolence, please visit www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
Our sincere sympathy to Alex and family.
My deepest sympathy to Alec, Ron, and Brad and their family’s. Myrna was a cherished friend and I will miss her dearly.
Uncle Alec, Ron, Brad and families I am so so sorry to hear about Aunty Myrna’s passing, she was a beautiful, strong carefree woman. She will be missed while she shines brightly amongst the stars!