Douglas Melvin Strand
November 19th, 2019
STRAND, Douglas Melvin
October 9, 1939 – November 19, 2019
Doug passed away peacefully at the Peter Lougheed Hospital at 80 years. He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Ruth of 47 years; children, Timothy Strand, TerriAnn Strand, Ruby-Anne Winship, Doug (Karen) Strand; grandchildren, Ruthanne (Alyssa) Cady, Will and Brandon Winship, Emily (Tye) Fisher, Morgan, Raelyn and Grant Strand, Grady and Morgan Goian, Raymond and Amelia; 3 great-grandchildren; sister, Vera; and brothers, Glen and David Pedersen. Doug was predeceased by his mother, Jeanette Pedersen; sisters, Irene, Lorraine; and brothers, Bill Dubie and Marcel Strand. A Celebration of Life will be held at Nose Creek Valley Museum, 1701 Main St S, Airdrie, AB on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 from 1:00 – 4:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation in Doug’s memory to Canadian Cancer Society, 200, 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, AB T2E 2P5.
Messages:
Sorry for your loss, no words can help, but look back at the good times that you and Doug had.
From my family to yours, my most heartfelt sympathies to you all! From Dennis Caufield gang.
Dear Ruth and family, my deepest sympathy. I will keep you in my prayers. May God will keep you comforted in your time of sorrow. Love Shirley
Ruth & Family We are sorry to here of your loss, sending healing prays and comforting hugs. With deepest sympathy as you remember Doug. Love from Rosalie Drinkwater and Pamela and family. xo
So sorry to hear about your dad Robyn. Thinking of you! When the sad thoughts rise - remember the good times!
Heartfelt Hugs to the family. Doug will be missed. The blessing is that he is now at peace.
Dear Ruth and family ... my sincere sympathy goes out to all of you on the passing of Doug! I knew that he was not doing well, but I had hoped that there would be improvement for him! I regret that because I am out of the country I will be unable to attend his service, but please know that you are in my thoughts and in my prayers! Sincerely ... Marvin Maronda
Ruth very sorry for your lose Doug was a good guy
I'm so sorry for your loss.
A lot of years have passed, we lost touch for awhile and found you and Ruth again, like no years passed at all. I’m so glad your suffering is over. God will help you Rest In Peace. We were blessed to have known you!rz6k
Dear Ruth, Sending our thoughts and prayers to you and your family at this difficult time. Love, Aunt Maxine and Marge