ARLENE RUTH SWYSTUN

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ARLENE RUTH SWYSTUN 1949 - 2004 Arlene Swystun of Calgary passed away with a fighting spirit at the Agape Hospice on Saturday, September 4, 2004 at the age of 55 years. Arlene developed her career through the Crown Prosecutors Office and dedicated her career to bridging the gap with community agencies, such as the Victims Assistant Unit and HomeFront, and educating the public to the Justice System. Arlene was well known as a natural mentor and leader, she always knew what to say and when to say it. She was the proud recipient of the Jerry P. Selinger Award in 2003 in recognition of her outstanding contribution to Domestic Violence Prevention. She also graduated from Calgary Citizens Police Academy in 2003. In 2004 Arlene began working towards her Conflict Resolution Certificate. One of Arlenes life goals was to make a difference in peoples lives. When she fell ill it became very apparent how deeply she had and will continue to effect the people she loved and cared for. She was profoundly touched and felt truly blessed for the daily miracles she had in her life, through her family, friends and coworkers. She realized that she had made a difference. In her own words, no goodbyes, only "until we meet again". Our mother and friend will be sadly missed by Brenda McManus of Calgary; Cyndi (Danny) Padoan of Winnipeg; and Susanne (Kyle) Redfern of Winnipeg; grandchildren, Ryan (14) and Massimo (9 months) and an endless circle of friends. She is also survived by her brothers, Jim (Grace) Shepherd and Tom Shepherd. Arlene was predeceased by her soul mate Stan (Stosh) Swystun; her parents, Gerald and Luella Shepherd. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAYS Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Rd S.E., Calgary, AB) on Wednesday, September 8 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAYS Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E., Calgary) on Thursday, September 9 at 2:30 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the HomeFront, John J. Bowlen Building, 501, 620-7 Ave. S.W., Calgary, AB T2P 0Y8, telephone: (403)206-2100, or directly to the Agape Hospice, 1302-8 Ave. N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 1B8, telephone: (403) 282-6588. In living memory of Arlene Swystun, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E., CALGARY, AB T2X 3J3 TELEPHONE: (403) 256-9575.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 07, 2004