Correen Abell

1927 - 2019

Correen Marie Abell, beloved wife of the late Maurice Abell, passed away in Taber on Friday, October 11, 2019 at the age of 92 years.

A private burial service was held at the Taber Memorial Garden.

Relatives and friends were invited to meet the family in the lower hall at Knox United Church, 4929 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at 2:00 P.M.

Correen leaves three daughters to celebrate her life and legacy, Marsha (Tom) Jespersen, Claudette (Dean) Quan and Lynn (Keith) Hopkins, all of Lethbridge; four loving grandchildren Kelsey, Jared, Erik and Keely; two sisters Dickie Engleson and Tootie Engleson; brother Bud Van Cleave and by numerous nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband Maurice Abell, her brother Joe Van Cleave and her sister Betty Steely.

Correen was immensely proud of her family and leaves nothing behind, but beautiful memories. Her passions for sewing and hosting family meals were legendary. She welcomed all who dropped by for a visit. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend and mentor. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends alike.

If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Correen’s name may be made directly to a charity of one’s choice.