Adeline Marie Irvin
January 25th, 2022
Adeline Marie Irvin (nee Kohlman)
Nov 10, 1946 – Jan 25, 2022
Born 1946 in Macklin, Saskatchewan. Passed away on Jan 25, 2022 at home in Pine Lake, AB surrounded by her loving family to the very end.
Adeline is mourned by her devoted husband of 26 years, Bill, her children Denis (Fiona) VanBrabant, Gerry (Anita) VanBrabant, Rick (Kelly) VanBrabant, Kim (Dave) Felgate, stepchildren Shandon (Tamara) Irvin and Ellery (Emma) Irvin, 16 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren and her sisters Eileen Elligott and Bernice (Jim) Birtsch.She was pre-deceased by her parents John and Mary Kohlman, and her 6 brothers, Ben, Bob, Gene, Arnie, Vic, and Ken.
Adeline was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She absolutely treasured her close-knit family and took her greatest pleasure from large family gatherings and outings. Her other joys were from friends and community.
She was a long-standing member of the Clymont community, at the Road Haven Resort in Arizona, and most recently at their home at Pine Lake. She also built many friendships through her love of golfing and camping with the Good Sam club. She was often affectionately known as the ‘Enforcer’ to anyone who played golf or cards with her, for her strict adherence to the rules of the game.
Intelligent and determined, Adeline returned to school after having her family, to obtain her Bachelor of Education in 1978. She was a dedicated and very popular teacher of Honours’ math and drama at O’Leary Catholic High School in Edmonton throughout the 80’s and 90’s.
A celebration of Adeline’s life will be held in the spring. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Messages:
The loss of Adeline's presence has definitely left a hole, her grandchildren (Csenia and Avlea) still can't believe she is truly gone. They were so happy to have spent time with her this past year, camping, and baking, and all that fun stuff. She always made a point of looking after others, ensuring everyone was taken care of. Now it's her turn to rest and be with God. Condolences to all of the family x.
I’m very sorry to hear the passing of Adeline Marie Irvin (nee Kohlman) I grew up with one of my most treasured friends, Rick.I loved to be around the Vanbrabants. My brother Bill was Denis age. My Da was Adeline’s study buddy when they both achieved their degrees in education. I believe Adeline was top of her class. Beautiful memories of the St Matthews Saints. I will always think of some of the best times of my life and the Vanbrabants. God bless you all and cherish the mountain of memories! jimmie dragatis
To our dear friends, we are so very sorry on your loss of your mother, grandmother, spouse and friend. Our prayers are with you all during this difficult time
Adeline was a very generous person who made us very welcome in her and Bill's home when we first visited from the UK in 1997. Since then our friendship has grown and we will miss her tremendously. Please accept our sincere condolences Joan & Nick
Our sincere condolences to you, Bill, and all the family. We used to have such really good times, camping with you & the Parkland Jays group, and Ed enjoyed golfing with you. Take care. We will be thinking of you. Brenda & Ed
I deeply sorry to hear about the passing of Adeline. I spent many years around and I her home growing up with her kids. I have many fond memories of her and her family . She was a wonderful person, and will be missed. God bless. My condolences go out to Denis, Garry, Rick and Kim, along with all other family members.
Heartfelt condolences to Aunty Adeline’s family and friends. My thoughts are with you. I’ll always remember her for her quick wit and dry sense of humour.
To Bill and Adeline's and Bill's families. What a loss. Adeline was a well respected and loved teacher, friend and community member. I will always remember her kindness to and concern for those in the Clymont community including Wayne and I. She used her work ethic, honesty and intelligence to quietly help others. Gwen McDonald Halabisky