The University of Alberta banner is flying at half-mast from April 12-14, 2019 in remembrance of:
Ms. Charlotte (Spidel) Markowski
Program Assistant
Government Studies Programs
Faculty of Extension
&
Dr. Dennis Lester Anderson
Honorary Degree Recipient (2017)
Charlotte (Spidel) Markowski
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Charlotte Spidel-Markowski announce her passing on January 24, 2019 in Campbell River BC, after a 10-year, hard-fought battle with cancer. She was 61. Charlotte is survived by her Husband Joseph Markowski; her mother Louise Burton; sisters Linda (Alan) Stogre, Laverne (Neil) Miller; Brother Terry (Diane) Burton; son Morgan (Veronica) Spidel; daughter Erin (Bryan) Mett; Grandsons Kamdyn Spidel-Beauchamp and Alexander Mett and many nieces and nephews.
Charlotte was born in Vancouver, BC on April 25, 1957. As she grew up, she resided in many communities throughout BC, Alberta and Ontario. In 1977 she moved to Alberta where she married Douglas Spidel and raised their children, Morgan and Erin. She worked for the University of Alberta from 1987 until 2009. In 2008 she married Joe Markowski. In 2012 Charlotte and Joe, with Erin and Kamdyn, moved to Campbell River to enjoy the quiet beauty that the Island life provided. Charlotte's infectious sense of humour and positivity out weighed much of her battle with cancer. Her smile could light a room and her laughter was heard by everyone.
The Family wishes to extend a deep heart felt thank you to the staff in unit 3B at the North Island Hospital Campbell River, Dr. Leizl Sullivan, and Holly and Alex with the palliative care team, for taking such good care of Charlotte.
A celebration of life will be held April 13th, 2019 in Campbell River.
- The above photo and excerpt were originally published by the Campbell River Mirror.Campbell River Mirror.
Dennis Lester Anderson
On Wednesday, March 20, 2019, at the age of 69, Dennis Lester Anderson, the loving husband of Barbara Anderson passed away from complications of severe sleep apnea. Dennis was born August 16, 1949 in Edmonton to Lester and Amy (Caron) Anderson. He married Barbara Lupasko on August 21, 1971. He is survived by his wife Barbara, sisters Colleen Anderson and Randi Lee Ryder, brother Brent Anderson (Mary Jane Tallon), nephew Kris (Michele), great-nephew and great-niece Alex and Ashley. He is also survived by his beloved feline companions, Pi and Flair.
Dennis served in the Alberta Legislature as an MLA and cabinet minister from 1979 to 1993. He also served on the Edmonton Police Commission, Canadian Mental Health Association, Alberta Alliance on Mental Health and Mental Illness, the Lieutenant Governor's Circle on Mental Health and Addictions, and the Mental Health Commission of Canada. At the time of his passing he served on the board of the Royal Institute for Mental Health Research in Ottawa and as the Honorary Consul General for Thailand. Dennis will be greatly missed by family, friends and the communities he served.
Please make any donations in lieu of flowers to the Chimo Animal Assisted Wellness and Learning Society (CAAWLS.org), the Alberta SPCA, Edmonton Humane Society or CMHA Edmonton (Canadian Mental Health Association Edmonton), 300 10010-105 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 1C4 or any Children's charity that focuses on mental health.
There will be a Celebration of Life for Dennis at the Oasis Centre, 10930 177th Street, Edmonton starting at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, April 12, 2019.
- The above photo and excerpt were originally published by the Edmonton Journal.Edmonton Journal.
For information about lowering the University of Alberta banner, visit the In Memoriam webpage.In Memoriam webpage.