Constance Evans (1921 - 2013)

Born 18 Mar 1921 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Wife of Walter Poffenroth — married 4 Aug 1944 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Died 16 Jul 2013 at age 92 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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This profile is part of the Bridgeland-Riverside, Alberta One Place Study.

Biography

Constance was born on Mary 18, 1921, in Calgary, Alberta. Her parents were George and Eleanor Morris Evans, immigrants from Hartlepool, Durham, England. After living on the outskirts of town, the family settled in the neighborhood of Bridgeland-Riverside, where Connie was raised. She and her husband Walter Poffenroth lived in the same area and met in their early teens. Connie and Walter were both "sporty" and in high school, Connie played for the Bridgeland-Riverside Redwings in Calgary's first women's league. After completing school at Western Canada, she worked for Alberta Government Telephones. Connie married Walter on August 4, 1944. The couple had a daughter and a son Robert who passed away in May 2013 just prior to his mother's death. Walter died on February 28, 2008, and Connie died on July 16, 2013. Connie and Walter have memorials at Queen's Park Cemetery.

Marriage

From the Calgary Herald' (Calgary, Alberta, Canada) 18 Aug 1944, Fri - page 6; as found on Newspapers.com:

POFFENROTH-EVANS

Central United church was the scene of a pretty wedding on Aug. 4, when Constance, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. Evans, became the bride of Mr. Walter Poffenroth, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. H. Poffenroth. Rev. R. W. Dalgleish officiated.

The bride was given in marriage by her father and wore a gown of white moire taffeta with sweetheart neckline and full skirt. Her veil of tulle reached the hem of her skirt and was held in place by a heart-shaped headdress of moire taffeta. She carried an arm bouquet of roses. Her ornaments were a double strand of pearls and pearl earrings, gifts of the bridegroom.

Mrs. Gwen Allan, sister of the bride, was matron-of-honor, and Miss Edith Mason was bridesmaid. Mr. Sam Befus was best man and ushers were Mr. Ben Evans and Mr. Henry Poffenroth.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the Buffalo cafe, after which Mr. and Mrs. Poffenroth left for a honeymoon at the Pacific coast. For traveling the bride wore a black pin stripe suit with white accessories. Upon their return they will reside in Calgary.

Obituary

From the Calgary Herald' (Calgary, Alberta, Canada) 19 Jul 2013, Fri, page 33; as found on Newspapers.com

POFFENROTH, Constance "Connie"

March 18, 1921 - July 16, 2013

Connie Poffenroth passed away peacefully at the Foothills Medical Centre in Calgary, AB on Tuesday, July 16, 2013, at the age of 92 years. She was born in Calgary to parents George and Eleanor Evans. She enjoyed the company of six older siblings: George, Jack, Sid, Ben, Harold and Gwen. Connie grew up in Bridgeland and played ice hockey for the Bridgeland/Riverside Redwings in the late 1930's, one of three teams in the first women's league in Calgary. Upon graduating from Commercial Business Studies at Western Canada High School, Connie worked for Alberta Government Telephones as a telephone operator in the 1940's, a job she would remain proud of all her life. Surviving are.... She was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Walter Poffenroth, in 2008; by her grandson, Dean Poffenroth, in 1996, and by her son, Bob Poffenroth, in 2013. To all who knew her, Connie will be remembered as a compassionate and gentle soul. Throughout her long life, she formed many genuine friendships and maintained meaningful relationships with extended family members. Even during her difficult and lengthy struggle with dementia, Connie was able to recognize and communicate with her daughter and she spoke often of her beloved son. I would like to acknowledge all the staff at Newport Harbour Long Term Care Centre for their support and understanding and for allowing my mother the freedom to be who she was at the end of her life. If so desired, charitable donations in memory of Connie Poffenroth may be made directly to The Alzheimer Society Calgary.... A private gathering in celebration of Connie's life journey will be held. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via the website www.fostersgardenchapel.ca. FOSTER'S GARDENCHAPEL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM. Telephone: 403-297-0888. Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial.

Sources

• Name: Constance Evans; Gender: Female; Racial or Tribal Origin: English; Nationality: Canada; Marital Status: Single; Age: 3/12; Birth Year:abt 1921; Birth Place: Alberta; Residence Date: 1 Jun 1921; House Number: 885; Residence City, Town or Village: Calgary; Residence District: Calgary East; Residence Province or Territory: Alberta; Residence Country: Canada; Relation to Head of House: Daughter; Father's Name: George Evans; Father Birth Place: England; Mother's Name: Eleanor Evans; Mother Birth Place: England; Can Speak English?: Yes; Can Speak French?: No; Religion: Church Of England; Can Read?: No; Can Write?: No; Section: 106 9th St NE; Enumeration District: 3; Sub-District: City of Calgary (Part); Sub-District Number: 27; Enumerator: Herbert J. Parrott; District Description: That part of the City of Calgary commencing at the intersection of Edmonton Trail to the main channel of the Bow River; thence northerly along the Edmonton Trail to Sixteenth Avenue N. E.; thence easterly along Sixteenth Avenue N. E., to the North west corner of Section 24, thence southerly along the west boundary of Section 24 and 13, to the North Channel of the Bow River; thence westerly along the North Channel of the Bow River to the place of Commencement; Line Number: 43; Family Number: 959; Household Members: George Evans (40) Head; Eleanor (39) Wife; Sydney (18) Son; John (13) Son; Harold (10) Son; Benjamin (8) Son; Gwendoline (4) Daughter; Constance (3/12) Daughter. Source Citation: Reference Number: RG 31; Folder Number: 3; Census Place: 3, Calgary East, Alberta; Page Number: 92. Source Information: Ancestry.com. 1921 Census of Canada [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations Inc, 2013.