Obituary of John-Albert Dawson

DAWSON, John Albert January 7, 1917 - July 14, 2007 John Albert Dawson of Bearspaw, originally of Greyabbey, Northern Ireland passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family after a two year battle with cancer, on Saturday, July 14, 2007 at the age of 90 years. John was the beloved husband of the late Irene and dearest and much loved father of Pamela (Frank) Boyd, Ann Dawson and Marilyn (Brian) Dixon. He will also be missed by his six grandchildren, Scott, Ryan, Karen, Alan, Tanya and Aaron; as well as four great-grandchildren, Noa, Benn, Finn and Camryn. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S Crowfoot Chapel (82 Crowfoot Circle N.W.) on Monday, July 16, 2007 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Interment will be held in Greyabbey, N. Ireland. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com . If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 215 - 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 1A2 (Telephone 403-205-3966). The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to Dr. Haggblad, Dr. Wilkin, Dr. Lategan, Cochrane Palliative Care, and We Care for the care and compassion given to their father. We will miss you always. In living memory of John Dawson, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Crowfoot Chapel, 82 CROWFOOT CIRCLE N.W. Telephone: 403-241-0044. Published in the Calgary Herald on 7/16/2007