Edna Eloise McKelvie

1942 ~ Edna McKelvie ~ 2023

Edna Eloise McKelvie of Park Meadows Medicine Hat, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, due to lung cancer, on Monday, December 4th, 2023 at the age of 81 years. She was born January 18, 1942 to Howard and Eloise (Willock) Ireland of Oyen, Alberta. Edna attended school in Oyen and received her teaching certificate from the University of Calgary. Edna married Dean McKelvie on December 22, 1962 and they began their married life together, farming in the Benton area for 23 years. Edna and Dean wintered in Arizona for many years where hiking the Superstition Mountains became a passion for her. Edna became a very active member of the Volkssport Club of Medicine Hat, travelling many paths all over Alberta. She was a competitive player in many sports and was always up for a game of cards. Gardening and stain glass were favourite hobbies. Edna had many friendly and giving qualities, creating many lifelong bonds. She contributed to Plan International Canada, supporting orphans in many developing countries. Edna will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Edna is survived by her husband, Dean McKelvie; brothers, Ken (Kate) Ireland of High River and Roger (Jackie) Ireland of Wetaskiwin; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.  Edna was predeceased by her parents, Howard and Eloise Ireland; brother-in-law, Grant Wood; sister, Yvonne Wood; brother, Bob Ireland; niece, Melanie Wood and nephew, Jake Wood.  Funeral service arrangements will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to your local Food Bank. Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Edna McKelvie. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATORIUM, “The Chapel in the Park”, Medicine Hat, Alberta.  Should you wish any additional information, please telephone 1-800-317-2647.