Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at 12:00 a.m.
Calderwood, Maidra
MAIDRA DOREEN CALDERWOOD, of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Rev. Dr. William "Bill" Calderwood, passed away peacefully at Cedar Creek Assisted Living, on Thursday, April 7, 2022 at the age of 81 years.
MAIDRA DOREEN CALDERWOOD, of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Rev. Dr. William "Bill" Calderwood, passed away peacefully at Cedar Creek Assisted Living, on Thursday, April 7, 2022 at the age of 81 years.
Besides her loving husband Bill, Maidra is survived by their three children, Dona-Ruth (Ron) Beyer of Coleman, Chris (Kathleen) Calderwood of Lethbridge, and Scott (Jill) Calderwood of Airdrie as well as her grandchildren, Dain Calderwood, Rachel Beyer, Tannon, Makenna, Connor, and Kaden Calderwood.
She is predeceased by her grandson, Joshua Beyer, her sister, Marjorie Thunberg, and brother Tom Spicer.
Maidra was born on June 22, 1940, to her loving parents, George and Evelyn Spicer of Moose Jaw, SK. She grew up on a farm just outside of Moose Jaw and had fond memories of riding her horse Pearl, to and from school in Tilney. She graduated from Caronport High School in 1957, then attended Full Gospel Bible Institute, Eston, SK, where she met and fell in love with her future husband. She was married to Bill on December 28, 1960, at the Full Gospel Church in Moose Jaw, and they were blessed with three children and a marriage lasting over 61 years. They lived in several locations in SK, then spent two years in London, England, eventually settling in Lethbridge in 1972.
She was a pastor's wife, mother, and homemaker. She loved music, serving at the church and in the community, and often welcomed people into their home. Maidra is remembered as a loving, kind, patient, and giving person with deep Christian faith.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family for a Visitation that will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 - 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Wednesday, April 13, 2022, from 11:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. Following the visitation, there will be a Graveside Service at MOUNTAIN VIEW CEMETERY, 1210 Scenic Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, at 1:00 P.M. for family and friends.
A Memorial Service celebrating her life will be held at the MIZ CITY CHURCH, 502 - 13 Street North, Lethbridge, AB, when all family members are able to attend, on Saturday May 28, 2022, at 11:00 A.M. with Bishop Daniel Zopoula officiating, with a reception following the service.
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Our love and condolences to you Bill and your family. Maidra was a beautiful lady and we were honored to be her friend. Walter & Margaret Littlewood
My Condolences to Rev. Bill Calderwood and his Son Scott of her Passing Jesus took her Home Jesus Said that they have go to prepare a place for you there ye maybe also John 14:1 Jesus Said iam the way the truth and the life no one's comes to the father but by me. John 14:6
My sympathies to Bill and all the family . Maidra was a special friend in my teen years when we would attend KGC together and throughout the years after would keep in touch .Maidra played for our wedding in 1959. Hugs and love ? from Grace Verity, Moose Jaw ,Sk.
My heartfelt sympathies to the family.
Al & I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Maidra. Condolences to Bill and all extended family. We know she is now present with her Saviour she loved
To Bill, Donna Ruth, Chris and Scott: We send you our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your wife and mother. Thinking of you at this time.
We just learned of Maidra Calderwood's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with Bill, Donna Ruth, Chris, Scott and all family members and friends of Maidra. As we remember her from years ago as an absolute sweetheart and surely she wii be greatly missed
Dear Bill, Carla and I were sorry to learn of Maidra's passing. We recall you as our first neighbours in Lethbridge in 1973. Sincere condolences from us both.
My heart is broken to hear of Maidra's passing. She was one of the most caring, thoughtful, and generous people I have ever met. My deepest condolences to Pastor Bill, Dona-Ruth, Chris, Scott, and the extended family. Our loss is Heavens gain and I take great comfort in knowing that Maidra is in the arms of her Savior.
Gone but never forgotten. Rest In Peace.
We send our love to Rev. Bill and his family on the passing of Maidra this week. When Cliff and Dini Cole passed (in 2006 & 2015), our families were comforted by the attention given to us by Bill and Maidra. Maidra was ever-present in the background supporting Bill's parishoners whenever the need arose. Together you have served many families in Lethbridge and your kindnesses have not been forgotten. Hopefully your memories of years spent together will give you the comfort you deserve at this time.