At the break of dawn, June 27, with daughters at her side, Alma passed away at Moose Mountain Lodge, Carlyle. She was born in Carlyle to Henry and Winnifred Brady on August 18 1925 and spent her younger life on the Brady farm northwest of town. She was soon to celebrate her 90th birthday.
Alma married the love of her life, Cameron, on June 5 1946. From 1962 -1984, they lived in Oxbow although Carlyle was always home. They had five daughters: Heather , Elizabeth, Marnie, Joan and Sheri. Alma was a long-time curler and curling fan. She enjoyed golfing, family get-togethers, gardening, music, traveling and the lake. Over the years , Alma filled many positions in her community with curling clubs, officiating swimming, Explorers, CGIT, UCWs and was a lifelong United Church Member. She was an avid Blue Jay and NHL fan. Mom is remembered for her quick smile and the spring in her step. A wonderful cook, Mom was in her element when feeding a crowd, going to great lengths to set a beautiful table. She doted on her grandchildren, and more recently, was re-energized by visits with her great-grandchildren.Â
Alma is survived by her five daughters: Heather Rintoul (Doug), Elizabeth Hillman(Larry), Marnie Boehmer (Philip), Joan McDonald and Sheri McLeod, eleven grandchildren: Ryan, Dustin, Derek, Brady, Brittany, Ashleigh, Brennan, Tanner, Brooklyn, Madison and Keenan, 3 beautiful great granddaughters: Camryn, Rilyn and Gemma, and three lively great grandsons: Boden, Sayer and Fletcher. Her precious Yorkie, Lulu, also provided hours of entertainment over the years. Alma is also survived by her brother Eddie (Audrey) and her sister-in-law Verna Brady, numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by husband Cameron in 2012, brother Ross Brady, sisters Olive McKillop and Bette Golden, Brothers-in-laws, Mel McKillop, Dudley Golden.
At mom’s request, a graveside service was held at Glen Morris Cemetery on the morning of Tuesday June 30. The air was filled with fresh morning rain and the soft strings of a violin and guitar as a very personal service was led by Sandy Dalziel, and a eulogy read on behalf of her daughters.  A flower from each family member completed a vibrant spray while balloons released from her great grandchildren symbolized her favorite colors.Â
Thank You
Heartfelt thanks to all those who brought food, cards, flowers, and have offered support at this difficult time. We were touched by the many friends and family who traveled a distance to honor our Mom. To Sandy Dalziel, for her personal touch at the service, and to Jim and Shirley Galloway for the musical interludes which our mom would have enjoyed- we thank you.  Sincere appreciation to Moose Mountain Lodge, Arcola Hospital for mom’s care and Orsted’s Funeral Home. If friends so desire, donations may be made to Friends of Moose Mountain Lodge, Moose Mountain Rescue & Rehabilitation, or a charity of your choice. Thank you again.
The McLeod Family
