Lyle Cameron Dowdell
March 15th, 2022
DOWDELL, Lyle Cameron
September 26, 1931 – March 15, 2022
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our Father, Grandfather and Friend, Lyle Cameron Dowdell. Dad passed peacefully, surrounded by family on Tuesday, March 15, 2022. We are all truly blessed to have had such a kind, generous and remarkable person in our lives.
Lyle is lovingly remembered by his sons, Neil (Sandy) and Ian (Deborah); Daughter-in-Law, Beth; Sister-in-Law, Audrey Pedscalny; Grandchildren, Adam, Jenna (Travis), Tyler and Nicole (Justin); and numerous Nieces and Nephews.
Lyle was predeceased by the love of his life, Sheila; sons, Murray and Doug; his brother, Keith; and brother-in-law, Victor Pedscalny.
A lifelong Alberta resident, Lyle was born September 26, 1931 in St Paul, Alberta, and soon after moved to Vermilion with his parents. He completed his education in Vermilion and followed his Dad and Brother into his career with the CN Rail. Lyle and Sheila were married in 1956 in Vermilion, then moved to Stettler, Red Deer and finally to Calgary in 1980 as Dad pursued his career with the Railroad. Dad retired from CN in 1986 and spent many happy years enjoying his time with family, camping, travelling and the volunteering with the Masonic Lodge. Dad was a dedicated Mason, who gave countless hours to charity to help his community. Dad’s quiet strength and sense of humor will be truly missed by those who had the privilege of knowing him.
We are thankful for our time together. A Celebration of Lyle’s Life will be held at St. Giles Presbyterian Church, 1102 – 23 Ave NW, Calgary, AB on Saturday, March 26, 2022 at 2 pm.
In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully suggests a donation be made in Lyle’s name to the Canadian Lung Association, 17420 Stony Plain Rd #208, Edmonton, AB, T5S 1K6.
Messages:
Lyle will be surely missed by all, particularly by his co-workers. A true gentleman and an honest and upright person..God will bless you lyle. Rest well
He was a remarkable gentleman, he will be missed by everyone who had the chance to meet him.
We want to wish the family of Lyle our condolences. We were privileged and honored to have known Lyle over the past 10 years. What an amazing loving and caring individual he was. We enjoy every occasion we shared with you. You will be sadly missed. May God bless you. RIP our friend. Regards, Rebecca and Michael Frankel
To the family and friends of Lyle, on behalf of the members of the CN RailVets of Southern Alberta (E2), Brian and I offer our condolences for your loss. Lyle had been a member of the Calgary branch of the CN Pensioners since his retirement and his presence at gatherings will be sorely missed. Always ready with a smile and friendly greeting, never an unkind word about anyone - such an honorable man. After one of our regular meetings, he commended me on taking on the role of President (a role he himself had played earlier in his retirement), patted me on the shoulder and uttered with a knowing smile, "You will be stuck with this position until you die." Several years later and I'm beginning to think those were very truthful words! Rest in peace our friend and fellow retiree. Sincerely, Judy Woods, President CN RailVets of Southern Alberta Brian Woods, Vice-President CN RailVets of Southern Alberta