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Stroeve, Maria "Marlene"
Born: August 7, 1955
Passed: April 13, 2023
Service:
Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at 12:00 a.m.

Stroeve, Maria "Marlene"

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It is with great sadness that the family of MARIA "MARLENE" STROEVE announces heaven has received another angel. She passed away at St. Michael's Palliative Care Centre in Lethbridge, Alberta on Thursday, April 13, 2023 at the age of 67 years.

It is with great sadness that the family of MARIA "MARLENE" STROEVE announces heaven has received another angel. She passed away at St. Michael's Palliative Care Centre in Lethbridge, Alberta on Thursday, April 13, 2023 at the age of 67 years. 

Prayer Service Recording Link: https://shorturl.at/mrOX6

Funeral Mass Recording Link:   https://shorturl.at/emFO8

She had a tough battle with cancer and fought a hard fight at home with amazing grace for almost two years. She moved to palliative care on Monday and passed away peacefully surrounded by her family 3 days later. 

She will be greatly missed by her husband of 50 years, Joseph Stroeve. 

Her children will greatly miss her beautiful presence in their lives. Michael (Gisele) Stroeve, Tanya (William) Slomp, Angie (Mark) Van Zeggelaar and Jackie (Jason) Kraemer. 

She loved her family with all her heart and soul and when her grandchildren came along, she cherished every moment with them and made many priceless memories and traditions that will be cherished for years to come. She will be greatly missed by Rylan, Kyler and Mylee Stroeve; Ethan, Ella, Clara, Liam and Liza Slomp; Matthew and Emma Van Zeggelaar; Jaxon & Jonas Kraemer. 

She was predeceased by her precious granddaughter Cora Rose Kraemer, and by her loving parents, Joe and Abby Poppe. She is survived by her siblings, Alfons (Freda) Poppe and Helen Poppe. 

Marlene's most important thing in life was looking after her family and connecting with friends. Her house was open to all, and she was always there with a listening ear. She touched the hearts of many. She shared her love for camping with her children. When Marlene was not spending valuable time with her family, you could find her on the dance floor, dancing the night away with Joe and her friends. 

Marlene was a devoted farm wife and loved her time raising her family on the farm. But she also had a need to connect with more children. The best place for her to reach out and support so many, was her time employed at St. Catherine's School in Picture Butte. She was the smiling supportive face that welcomed an abundance of new faces and families to the school, consoled and gave hugs to many children and covered up many cuts and bruises over the years. She was a strong advocate for all children and embraced her time spent at the school. 

In heaven, she will be holding and cuddling her beloved granddaughter Cora Rose Kraemer, while updating her mom and dad about everything new on the farm and what her children and grandchildren have been up to. Always a proud wife, momma and grandma, she will never be forgotten. 

A Prayer Vigil will be held at ST. CATHERINE'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 762 Crescent Avenue, Picture Butte, AB, on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 7:00 PM with Father Ian officiating. 

A Funeral Mass at ST. CATHERINE'S CATHOLIC CHURCH on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at 11:00 AM with Father Ian Gagne celebrating. 

Maria will be laid to rest in Royal View Cemetery.

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BVZ Moskva O, November 26, 2023

Our sincere and heartfelt sympathies to Joe and the whole family. Marlene will be missed.

Frank & Jeanette Heinen, April 22, 2023

Dear Joe and all your family. Marlene was a bright light in the world and at the gym. I was very sad to know she was ill and now passed. May all your memories bring you comfort while you mourn her passing. Sincerely, Beth Quan

Beth Quan, April 21, 2023

So sad to hear the passing of Mrs.Stroeve. She was always the light in the office when I was going to St.Catherine's. She was so sweet and nice to everyone! My condolences

Courtney Grassl, April 21, 2023

Mike, Gisele and family We are very sorry to hear of passing of Marlene. We remember Marlene always had a smile and was so kind. Deepest condolences Thinking and praying for you at this difficult time.

Jeff Grayson(Goose) Tricia DesRoche), April 19, 2023

Joe and family please accept our condolences. Marlene was a special person, a great hockey Mom and as Donna says Marlene was the best person to sit next to and watch the girls play hockey. We have special memories of our times together. Know we are thinking of the Stroeve family today.

Derek & Donna Debolt, April 19, 2023

Our deepest condolences on Marlene's passing. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Jack Renner & Sheilagh Peters, April 19, 2023

We were so saddened by the news of Marlene's passing . I remember so well the kind and caring person she was. Our deepest condolences to the family

Mary Lemire, April 19, 2023

Sincere condolences Joe and family at this sad time. Marlene always had such a beautiful smile and laugh, she seemed to truly enjoy life. She was a gift to you all, with all the treasured memories to cherish. Keeping you close in my thoughts and prayers.

Heather Duban, April 19, 2023

Our sincere condolences to Marlene's family. We remember her when our daughters played hockey together and know that the wonderful memories you shared as a family will help you in days ahead. Thinking of your family at this time.

Carol Glenn Uphill, April 18, 2023

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Joanne & Robert Kubik, April 17, 2023

Our deepest & sincere condolences to our cousin Marlene What a wonderful soul she was with warm & welcoming arms She personified what a good person is in deed & her personality We will miss her dearly Joe; A big hug to you & your children& grandchildren that have a deep hole to fill with loss of such a wonderful wife,mother,grandparent Marlene is with the Lord

Dirk& Diana poppee, April 17, 2023

Marlene was a gift to all who knew her.

Patricia Ewing, April 16, 2023

Heel veel Sterkte met het verlies van Marleen.

Johnny & Marianne, April 16, 2023

Dear Joe and family, I was sad to read of Marlene's passing. We had lots of fun together at Fitbody Fitness. My condolences to you.

Beth Wehrwein, April 15, 2023

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