Condolence From: Lee Koenig
Condolence: I live in the Chicago area and am Vicki Renaud's cousin. May I add my sympathy to hers? Losing such a young daughter is a finality difficult to understand or accept. May the loving arms of the Holy Spirit enfold you and give you strength, Peace, and many happy memories.
My heart goes out to Vicki also as she lost her best friend. She was lucky to have one since too many people are never that fortunate. Melanie will always be in her heart.
Peace to all of you.
Thursday August 24, 2017
Condolence From: Marlene & Craig Chandler
Condolence: Our deepest sympathy goes out to you. Prayers that you will find strength to get through this difficult time.
Love Craig & Marlene Chandler
Wednesday August 23, 2017
Condolence From: Oline Ragnhild Haugen Loevlid
Condolence: In memory to our deeply beloved Melanie Michelle Marilyn Haugen
These words are from Melanies norwegian family.
This summer we were so happy to have Melanie and Marilyn in our homes, in our days, in our families,
for two weeks. They did visit beautiful Norway and met lots of relatives.
Some of us had met Melanie before, others met her this summer.
Everybody is greatful for meeting Melanie and to learn her to know.
Melanie was a beautiful and caring person. And she sang so beautifully in Hornindal church.
All photos are good to have now.
We are many relatives here in Norway that will keep Melanie in our hearts.
We will all miss her.
In sorrow, sadness and deep respect we send our thoughts to the Haugen families.
And also to Melanies friends.
It is important for us that you know that Melanie has lots of family and friends in Norway,
they will keep all good memories in their hearts.
Family that met Melanie in Norway have asked me to send their condolences.
The Loevlid and Haugen families, Otterdal families:
Oline and Svein. Rune and Aashild, Unni, Torstein and Kristine, Karsten and Silje.
Margun Kathrin, Nils Paul and Merete, Paul Morten and Kjerstin.
Johanne and Inge. Roger and Cecilie, Marit, Per.
Kirsten and Bjarne. Elin and Ottar. Magnhild and Per Staale.
Helga Marie and Kjell Einar Haugen Smoerdal.
Arne and Anne Mari. Anett Mari.
Oddvin and Anne Lise. Soelvi, Oscar, Haavard.
The Lodoen families:
Oddvin and Ragnhild. Nina.
Knut. Brit. Oddrun.
And all the small children.
Other relatives:
Karoline Grodaas
Anne Raftevold
Arne Ytrehorn
Audun Espe
God bless you all.
God bless Melanies memory.
Oline Ragnhild
Tuesday August 22, 2017
Condolence From: The Janzens
Condolence: What sad news. Our sincerest condolences, George and Marilyn. Melanie was a wonderful person. We enjoyed knowing her, and we wish you all God's peace in this difficult time.
Sunday August 20, 2017
Condolence From: Marcia Senini
Condolence: I am at lost for words.Melanie lived across the street from us and we had very pleasant and interesting conversations. We had alot in common which I hoped to continue those conversations with Melanie over the years.I will remember her smile and her laugh which was always there in our conversations. I will miss looking out and seeing her getting in the car...Loved it when we managed to be out front at the same time.She was very informative but also liked to learn new info from you, She was the best neighbor and we were lucky enough to have her look after our house when we traveled to S.Africa.The last conversation I had with her she told me of her heart condition and I was happy to share with her my experience with my daughters heart condition and operation. I hope that this calmed Melanie and made her not so stressed about her up coming operation. I wish that her results were the same as my daughter's.I will miss her lovely face and hope that time helps her family recover this huge loss.
Saturday August 19, 2017
Condolence From: Maura Hamill
Condolence: I met Melanie over 10 years ago when I first started working for The City of Calgary. We worked on many campaigns together and talked about gardening when we weren't talking about work. Although I didn't see her that often in the last few years, I will never forget her beautiful smile and her kindness. I am so sad to know she ins't here anymore. You will be missed.
Friday August 18, 2017
Condolence From: Ellen Percival
Condolence: I am sending my heartfelt condolences and sincere sympathy to Mel's family, loved-ones, friends and colleagues. My late business partner, Sherry Kerr and I, first had the pleasure of working with Mel over twenty years ago. We had just launched Calgary's Child Magazine and she was our City of Calgary contact for Parks and Rec. Mel was one of our biggest cheerleaders, she was supportive and encouraging those first few years. We had a huge learning curve in the beginning, Mel was there to guide and suggest and she was there to celebrate as we grew. She was also there to support me when we lost Sherry so suddenly and tragically. We kept in touch over the years, checking in on each other's lives, we considered her one of our family at Calgary's Child. She will be dearly missed by everyone whose life she touched and there are many. I am so sorry for your loss.
Thursday August 17, 2017
Condolence From: Allison Shelstad
Condolence: I met Melanie around 16 years ago because she had left a note in my mom's mailbox indicating she would be interested in buying my mom's house if it ever came up for sale. I always thought this was meant to be because at the time my mom was ill with cancer. After my mom passed away we contacted Melanie because we wanted our mom's home to go to a good owner and of course upon first meeting Melanie we instantly liked her and connected well. I am so profoundly sorry for your loss of such a wonderful woman and also sorry that I had lost touch with her. Please accept my condolences - Allison Shelstad
Thursday August 17, 2017
Condolence From: Cindy Pickett
Condolence: My condolences to Mel's entire family. I have been in a state of dis-belief since hearing the news of Mel. I so recall my first day of work back in 1989 when I showed up and the boss wasn't there but Melanie was there - and we worked together ever since! I could name thousands of creative campaigns that she created. She loved to show me her most recent idea and would do a face pump with her knee up in the air when I would give the go to implement. My career would not have been what it was without Mel. She did little things that many did not even know about. Like when I brought my son to work when he was 3 and she held him tight in her arms as we raised our Mayor in a loud hot air balloon that scared him. Then it was years later when he came for "bring your child to work day" and I had some serious meetings and so it was Mel who took him to spend the day - of course when she ran out of ideas she took him to her favourite magazine shop down town and she laughed about how he sat on the floor to read.
Mel was always up on health issues and we shared many discussions. She always was giving me tips on doctors and cures for both me and my daughter. She was truly concerned for us. She was there to provide her support at both my parents memorial services and I recall my last hug from her when she helped organize my own retirement this past March.
We talked often of our retirement. We had gone to a concert together and out for dinner, after I had moved downtown, and retirement was the top of our goals and conversation. I will miss Mel and the opportunity that we would have had to enjoy going out together during retirement. It seems strange that she passed of a similar health issue that she warned me about. I know Mel's faith was strong and that she will continue to watch over all of us and our health issues - just like she always did!
My heart goes out to Mel's family who she so very much loved!
Cindy Pickett
Wednesday August 16, 2017
Condolence From: Mr and Mrs Haugen
Condolence: Please accept condolences for the passing of your beloved daughter. We send you prayers and love.
Kelly Schuler and family
Wednesday August 16, 2017
