Magnus “Maggie” Egeland passed away peacefully on April 8th, 2025, with both of his children (Darcy and Denise) by his side.

He was born in Bassano Alberta on February 3, 1935, and was the fifth of ten children.

Maggie is survived by his sons Darcy (Cheryl), and their family Kyle (Stacey) with son Jared, Kayla (Aaron) with daughter Oriana, and Kathleen; daughter Denise (Dave) Breanna (Aaron), Noah (Elle), and Bek; three sisters Taletta, Alma, and Gladys; As well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families.

He was predeceased by his six brothers Carl (1975), Olai (2022), Arthur (2010), Otto (2018), Gordon (2024), Butch (2022).

Maggie “Gramps” loved his grandchildren and was so thrilled to be alive to hear of the birth of his first great granddaughter a few weeks ago and to see her on a video call. Every week he went out for lunch with three of his grandkids who lived locally for lunch. He was so proud that his grandchildren wanted to hang out with him and included him in everything. His presence will be sorely missed.

A Funeral Service will be held at 12:00PM, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16, 2025, AT EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF LETHBRIDGE, 4717 24 AVENUE SOUTH, LETHBRIDGE, Alberta.

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