On Saturday, January 25, Marie Albert of Kelowna, BC, formerly of Drayton Valley, AB, passed away peacefully in her home. Marie was affectionately known by her family as “Toots” or “Tutu” and will be dearly missed.
Marie is survived by her son Manny (Pamela) of St. Albert; two granddaughters, Shaylee Albert of Los Angeles, CA; Caprice Albert of Vancouver, BC; and grandson Scott Webb of Grande Prairie.
Marie was predeceased by her husband Claude Albert; daughter Claurie Smith; mother Mary Olinyk; father Nick Olinyk; brothers, Alec, Gerald Olinyk; and sister Rosemary Eskow.
Marie and Claude built their first home in Edmonton then moved to Drayton Valley where they raised two children. Marie spent endless hours landscaping and was recognized for the nicest yard. Marie started her career as a real estate agent in Drayton and continued when they relocated to Kelowna, BC in 1985. Marie retired from real estate in 2000 and spent her time landscaping, cooking, cleaning and enjoying her independence in her own home until the day she passed.
We are forever grateful for friends, neighbors, health care professionals and the Kelowna RCMP who provided ongoing support and friendship.
Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, February 11 at 2:00 pm in St. Albert Funeral Home, 9 Muir Drive, St. Albert. Interment will follow in St. Albert Catholic Cemetery.
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