HOLROYD, Doctor Mavis Marie
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mavis on September 1, 2014 at the age of fifty-seven.
Mavis is survived by her loving husband Dave of Edson, Alberta and her sons Ryan Holroyd (Shu-Wei Su) and Scott (Angela) Holroyd. Also surviving is her mother Wanda Edgecombe of Edson, Alberta and her brother Mervin Edgecombe of Calgary, Alberta.
She was predeceased by her father Alexander Harold “Harry” Edgecombe in 1995.
Mavis graduated from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan in 1982. She practiced as a veterinarian first in Wetaskiwin, and then in the Edson area with her husband Dave where they built a home, established a farm, and raised a family together. Mavis was a passionate animal lover and horsewoman in her private life as well. As a member of the Endurance Riders of Alberta for almost thirty years, she ran many races with her horses. She also made numerous trips into Alberta’s wilderness in the company of her family and friends.
In keeping with Mavis’ wishes, cremation has taken place and a family service will be held at a future date.
In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to the Hinton Community Cancer Clinic Administration office 1280 Switzer Drive Hinton, AB T7V 1V2 or to the Edson Animal Rescue Society Box 7028 Edson, AB T7E 1V3 in memory of Mavis Marie Holroyd.
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