Marie Annette Evans

Marie Annette Evans (nee Barton), born on June 11, 1951, in Kamsack, Saskatchewan, passed away on June 28, 2025, at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary, Alberta, after a brief illness, with her loving family by her side. Marie led a life characterized by selflessness and unwavering commitment and service to her loved ones and community.

Educated at Kamsack Collegiate and Reliance Business School, she built a fulfilling career as a Legal Secretary, Sales Agent for Mary Kay Cosmetics and played an integral role in the family business, Triple EEE Electric, alongside her devoted husband, Ernie, with whom she shared 54 remarkable years of marriage. Marie was not only a professional but also an extraordinary homemaker who created a warm and welcoming environment for her family, neighbors and friends.

Her personality shone through in her daily life; full of energy and liveliness. She always put others before herself, working quietly often in the background to ensure that everything was taken care of for those around her. Marie was known as someone who dedicated her time and efforts to the service of her family and friends. Her active involvement in her church and various community organizations demonstrated her desire to support and uplift those around her.

Marie was a cherished part of the St. Mary's Parish community, illustrating her commitment to a life devoted to service. She held essential roles with The Venturers Society of Calgary, Resicare Society of Calgary and Special Olympics Alpine Skiing in Calgary.

Predeceased by her parents, Teresa Barton (nee Meier) and Edward Barton, and her brothers John (‘’Eddie’’) and Dale, Marie's legacy lives on through her loving family. She is survived by her devoted husband Ernie; her son, Mark of Calgary; her daughter, Joni Stenning of California, son-in-law Brad and cherished grandchildren Owen and William Stenning. Marie is also lovingly remembered by her sister Joyce Kent (nee Barton, formerly Abrahamson) of Regina; her nephew, Doug Abrahamson of Calgary, his wife Vanessa and their daughters Sierra and Simone; nieces, Terri Kreklewich (nee Abrahamson) of Regina, her husband Gary and son Dominik; and Crystal Kritikos (nee Abrahamson) of North Dakota, her husband James and sons Taylor and Connor Muz. She will also be deeply missed by extended family and many close friends whose lives she touched.

A Memorial Mass to celebrate Marie's life will be held on July 8, 2025, at St. Mary's Catholic Parish, located at 10 River Heights Drive, Cochrane, AB, starting at 11:00 AM. 

Marie will be remembered as a luminous spirit whose unwavering love and dedication left a lasting impact on all who knew her. Her generous spirit and lifelong service to family, friends, and community remain an enduring legacy and inspiration to all.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to your preferred charity in Marie’s memory.

For those who cannot attend in person, the service will be Livestreamed. See below.  

The link will be Live at 10:45 am on Tuesday, July 8th