Obituary
Barbara was born in Brandon, Manitoba, but grew up in Calgary, where she spent the remainder of her life. She worked for Imperial Oil Limited for 36 happy years as a secretary and then technologist, retiring in 1985. Barbara also graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Calgary in 1971. She enjoyed and treasured her many happy years of travelling abroad, golfing, curling, bowling and hiking with fellow employees, family and her many friends. Barbara lived life with an independent and adventurous spirit. Throughout her life, she shared her love for the arts, discovering new places, and unique jewelry with all those who had the good fortune of meeting her. Barbara was particularly fond of the theatre and put her elocution studies to good use as the family storyteller. She will be so greatly missed.
Beloved sister of Robert (Bob) Burland of Calgary who passed away on February 27, 2020 at the age of 91 years. Barbara is survived by her loving nieces and their families: Cathy & Doug Springer (Tennessee), Joanne Russell (Dr. Peter Russell, 1949-2007), and Laurie Burland (Calgary); her great nieces, great nephew and their families: Bobby, Sonia, Audrey & Grant Springer (Texas); Christy Springer (Florida); Jesse Russell, Kirsti Binns & Oscar Russell-Binns (Calgary); Michelle, Peter & Drew Lydiatt (Calgary); Patty Russell (Calgary); and Tara Russell & Dan O’Neil (Calgary). Barbara was pre-deceased by her beloved eldest brother Billy; her mother, Alice Burland; and her sister-in-law, Lucille (Lou) Burland.
The family will gather this June for a celebration of life and Barbara will be laid to rest at Queen’s Park Cemetery.
If friends so desire, donations may be made to the charity of their choice.
Barbara’s family would like to take this opportunity to extend a special thank you to Home Instead for their attentive care.
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Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Barbara Ann Burland December 15 1928 February 27 2020 (age 91)..
Décès pour la Ville: Calgary, Province: Alberta