Clarence R. Airey
December 1, 2021
Clarence R. Airey
February 19, 1942 - November 19, 2021
Our loving grandfather, father, partner, sibling, uncle, and friend passed away peacefully in Calgary on Friday, November 19, 2021 at the age of 79.
Born in Stettler in 1942, Clarence was the eldest of 8 children and grew up in a loving, busy household. A good student, and athlete, growing up Clarence often did double duty as the family tutor, babysitter and sport coach for all his siblings. He excelled at math and was often the captain of many school hockey, basketball, baseball, football, and curling teams.
Upon graduating high school, Clarence worked in a coal mine until he landed an apprenticeship at McTaggart Chevrolet in Stettler. He gained his Journeyman Partsman Qualification in 1969, and shortly thereafter moved his young family to Calgary where he began a long career in the automotive parts sector. Clarence started his Partsman career in earnest with Jack Carter Chevrolet Oldsmobile, and retired from Stadium Nissan as the parts department manager in 2008.
Retirement years proved to be a lot of fun, and Clarence was known by all to be a work horse. Be it mechanics, yard work, or home re-modeling. Power tools going at the crack of dawn; wood working was one of his passions. He was happy to share his talents with anyone that was in need. In between his varied projects, golfing and planning the next golf round with friends brought him joy be it in Calgary, the Okanagan, or California.
Clarence cared deeply for his family and especially his grandchildren. Always celebrating their successes and quick with encouragement to keep striving ahead.
He is lovingly remembered by his partner, Delores Kennedy; son, Trevor (Tracy) Airey and their two children, Kira and Thomas; step-daughter, Katherine (Randal) Biedermann and their children, Donald, Markus and Curtis; and step-son, Dale (Lilian) Sheets and his son, Dalan (Kym); numerous nieces and nephews; as well as his surviving siblings, sisters Maureen, Roxine, and brother, Bill; Clarence was predeceased by his parents, Vera and Fred Airey; his wife, Dorothy; his sisters, Melinda and Clarinda; brothers, Gerald and Lorne; brothers-in-la, Roy Oslanski and Reg Langford.
A Private Celebration of Clarence's Life will be held in the spring in accordance with his wishes, so that all may gather and rejoice in his life after the mourning passes. Memorial donations may be made to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, 710, 10123 – 99 Street, Edmonton, AB, T5J 3H1 or to the Dulcina Hospice, to the Dulcina Hospice, 110 Evanspark Manor NW, Calgary, AB, T3P 0N4.
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Messages of Condolence
With deepest sympathies for your loss. May your memories of Clarence hold you in your time of sorrow. ~ Diane Lamoureux
Delores, So sorry to hear of Clarence's passing. Was speaking with Marg a while back and she told me he was not good. Nothing but time will take the pain away...just take care of yourself and time will heal. I am sending my most sincere condolences. Ron Deitz ~ Ron Deitz
Delores, such sad news, our thoughts are with you and family. Our sincerest condolences. Carol & Kevin Clark ~ Carol & Kevin Clark
Our sincere condolences to Delores and the Airey family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Gerald Creasey & Dominique ~ Gerald Creasey & Dominique
Our sincere condolences to Clarence’s extended family on his passing. We always received a warm welcome from him on our frequent visits to Calgary. May he rest In peace! ~ Barry and Linda Armitage
Dear Delores and Trevor, Please accept our heartfelt condolences. We are truly honored to have known Clarence and will always hold found memories of him. We share your grief and wish you comfort. Thinking of you and sending love. ~ Dan Atkins and Ginette Faubert
Dear Delores, We were so very sorry to hear that Clarence has lost his brave battle. He was a wonderful neighbour and friend for over 30 years, always cheerful, always willing to help with a project, and never complaining if our little dogs barked a bit too much! He will be very missed and we are thinking of you. ~ Penny & Jim Powell
We just heard of Clarence's passing. We were so sorry to hear this had happened. I hope you are doing okay at this difficult time. Thinking of you and your family. Sharon & Ben ~ Sharon & Ben Eby