Family Card - Person Sheet
Family Card - Person Sheet
NameHoward McEWEN
Birth1919, Dauphin, Manitoba
Death27 Dec 2012, Calgary, Alberta
Spouses
Birth11 Mar 1918, Netherhill, Saskatchewan
Death7 Feb 2003, Calgary, Alberta
FatherJohn SIMPSON (~1888-1952)
MotherSusannah COATES (1889-1947)
Children(Private)
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Notes for Howard McEWEN
Medical Doctor.
Obituary - Calgary Herald
McEWEN, Dr. Howard
MD FRCPC FACP
Passed away peacefully on December 27, 2012 in his 94th year. Predeceased by his wife of 57 years, Muriel (née Simpson), he will be sadly missed by his children, Len McEwen (Connie), Bonnie Silbert (Michael), Nancy Musgrave (David), Cathryn Brett (Ray) and Bill McEwen as well as his grandchildren, Cadence and Timothy Brett, Emily and Sharon Silbert (Giovanni), Tristan (Jill) and Travis Musgrave and Kendal Dickinson (Kevin). Born on a farm near Dauphin, Manitoba, Howard was the last surviving member of a family of nine children. He served in the RCAF during WWII and worked in the gold mines of northwestern Ontario in order to pay for his education. Howard established a medical practice in Calgary, which he continued for over 50 years. While starting in general practice, he moved into internal medicine early in his career specializing in the treatment of diabetes. He is credited with the establishment of the Diabetes Service in 1955, the Diabetes Day Care Centre in 1966 and the Diabetes in Pregnancy Program in 1969 at the Calgary General Hospital. Howard was keenly interested in medical education and was instrumental in founding the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Calgary, and spent two years helping to write the new faculty's curriculum. Initially appointed Associate Professor of Medicine, he held the position of Clinical Professor of Medicine from 1974 until his retirement and also served on the university senate. In recognition of his contributions to diabetes education, the Calgary General Hospital established the Dr. Howard McEwen Diabetes Education Centre. Howard combined his love of the Calgary General Hospital with his passion for running and walking and raised a significant amount in donations through his participation in the annual Forzani's Run and other fund-raising initiatives. During his long and distinguished career, Howard served as President of the Calgary Medical Society and established its Calgary Area Advisory Council for Health and Hospitals. He was the recipient of numerous awards including the Physician of Merit Award from the Calgary General Hospital in 1990, the Certificate of Merit Award from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta in 1988, and both the Canadian Medical Association's Senior Member Award and the Alberta Medical Association's Senior-Life Member Award in 1985. He was also awarded the Queen Elizabeth Anniversary Silver Medal, the Alberta Medical Association Medal for Distinguished Service, the Canadian Diabetes Association Award for outstanding contributions and the College of Family Physicians of Canada Award for establishing two medical teaching units and he was named one of the Top 100 Alberta Physicians of the Century in 1999. In 2006, the University of Calgary Department of Medicine and Alberta Health Services initiated the Dr. Howard McEwen Award for Clinical Excellence in recognition of clinical excellence in the Department of Medicine. A Private Funeral Service is being held with family members. A celebration of the life of Howard McEwen will take place at the Glencoe Club at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 5, 2013. The Glencoe Club is located at 636 - 29 Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Dr. Howard McEwen Diabetes Education Centre would be appreciated and can be directed to: Calgary Health Trust (Suite 800, 11012 Macleod Trail S.E., Calgary, Alberta T2J 6A5; www.calgaryhealthtrust.ca). He will be missed but fondly remembered. To forward expressions of sympathy, please visit our website at www.mountainviewmemorial.ca. Arrangements entrusted to MOUNTAIN VIEW MEMORIAL GARDENS, FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORIUM, 1605 - 100 Street S.E. (Google/GPS - 242013 Garden Road S.E.), Calgary, AB. Telephone: 403-272-5555.
Obituary - Calgary Herald
McEWEN, Dr. Howard
MD FRCPC FACP
Passed away peacefully on December 27, 2012 in his 94th year. Predeceased by his wife of 57 years, Muriel (née Simpson), he will be sadly missed by his children, Len McEwen (Connie), Bonnie Silbert (Michael), Nancy Musgrave (David), Cathryn Brett (Ray) and Bill McEwen as well as his grandchildren, Cadence and Timothy Brett, Emily and Sharon Silbert (Giovanni), Tristan (Jill) and Travis Musgrave and Kendal Dickinson (Kevin). Born on a farm near Dauphin, Manitoba, Howard was the last surviving member of a family of nine children. He served in the RCAF during WWII and worked in the gold mines of northwestern Ontario in order to pay for his education. Howard established a medical practice in Calgary, which he continued for over 50 years. While starting in general practice, he moved into internal medicine early in his career specializing in the treatment of diabetes. He is credited with the establishment of the Diabetes Service in 1955, the Diabetes Day Care Centre in 1966 and the Diabetes in Pregnancy Program in 1969 at the Calgary General Hospital. Howard was keenly interested in medical education and was instrumental in founding the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Calgary, and spent two years helping to write the new faculty's curriculum. Initially appointed Associate Professor of Medicine, he held the position of Clinical Professor of Medicine from 1974 until his retirement and also served on the university senate. In recognition of his contributions to diabetes education, the Calgary General Hospital established the Dr. Howard McEwen Diabetes Education Centre. Howard combined his love of the Calgary General Hospital with his passion for running and walking and raised a significant amount in donations through his participation in the annual Forzani's Run and other fund-raising initiatives. During his long and distinguished career, Howard served as President of the Calgary Medical Society and established its Calgary Area Advisory Council for Health and Hospitals. He was the recipient of numerous awards including the Physician of Merit Award from the Calgary General Hospital in 1990, the Certificate of Merit Award from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta in 1988, and both the Canadian Medical Association's Senior Member Award and the Alberta Medical Association's Senior-Life Member Award in 1985. He was also awarded the Queen Elizabeth Anniversary Silver Medal, the Alberta Medical Association Medal for Distinguished Service, the Canadian Diabetes Association Award for outstanding contributions and the College of Family Physicians of Canada Award for establishing two medical teaching units and he was named one of the Top 100 Alberta Physicians of the Century in 1999. In 2006, the University of Calgary Department of Medicine and Alberta Health Services initiated the Dr. Howard McEwen Award for Clinical Excellence in recognition of clinical excellence in the Department of Medicine. A Private Funeral Service is being held with family members. A celebration of the life of Howard McEwen will take place at the Glencoe Club at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 5, 2013. The Glencoe Club is located at 636 - 29 Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Dr. Howard McEwen Diabetes Education Centre would be appreciated and can be directed to: Calgary Health Trust (Suite 800, 11012 Macleod Trail S.E., Calgary, Alberta T2J 6A5; www.calgaryhealthtrust.ca). He will be missed but fondly remembered. To forward expressions of sympathy, please visit our website at www.mountainviewmemorial.ca. Arrangements entrusted to MOUNTAIN VIEW MEMORIAL GARDENS, FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORIUM, 1605 - 100 Street S.E. (Google/GPS - 242013 Garden Road S.E.), Calgary, AB. Telephone: 403-272-5555.
Notes for Muriel Elizabeth (Spouse 1)
eHealth Saskatchewan
Muriel Elizabeth Simpson born March 11 1918, 36-38-21, W2 [should be west of the 3rd Meridian], mother Susie Coates, father John Simpson
In the 1921 Canadian Census Section 36 Township 28, Range 21 West of the 3rd meridian, Hillsborough municipality, Kindersley district, Saskatchewan.
Head John Simpson, age 34, born in England, parents born in England, immigrated in 1906, Canadian nationality, farmer, Anglican.
Wife Susie Simpson, age 31, born England, parents born England, immigrated 1913.
Son John Simpson, age 5, born Saskatchewan.
Daughter M. Elizabeth Simpson, age 3, born Saskatchewan.
Son Richard Simpson, age 1, born Saskatchewan.
House help Robert Auckland, single, age 28, immigrated 1920, born England, parents born England, farm labourer.
In the 1926 Canadian census of Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta
Section 36, Township 28, Range 21, West of the 3rd Meridian, Hilsburgh municipality, Kindersley district, Saskatchewan
Head John Simpson, age 36, born England, parents born England, immigrated 1909
Wife Susie Simpson, age 36, born England, parents born England, immigrated 1913
Son John Simpson, age 10, born Saskatchewan
Daughter Muriel Simpson, age 8, born Saskatchewan
Son Richard Simpson, age 6, born Saskatchewan
Son George Simpson, age 4, born Saskatchewan
Daughter Grace Simpson, age 4 months, born Saskatchewan
Servant Rennie Cameron?, single, age 34, born Ontario
1931 Canada Census Saskatchewan, Kindersley district, Sub didtrict 63
36-28-21 W3
Owner of home, value $400, single story, wood, 4 rooms, they have a radio
Head John Simpson, age 42, born England, parents born England, immigrated, 1908, nationality Canada, racial origin English, Church of England, farmer, grain farmer
Wife Susie Simpson, age 42, born England, parents born England, homemaker
Son John Douglas Simpson, age 15, born Manitoba [other records say Sask.], student
Daughter Muriel Elizabeth Simpson, age 13, born Saskatchewan, student
Son Richard Simpson, age 10, born Saskatchewan, student
Son George Simpson, age 9, born Saskatchewan, student
Daughter Grace Simpson, age 5, born Saskatchewan
Partner Ronald J Cameron, single, age 38, born Onrario, parents born Ontario, nationality Canada, racial origin English, farmer, grain farmer
From her obituary.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Muriel Elizabeth McEwan on February 7, 2003 at the Mayfair Care Centre. Muriel was born at Netherhill, Saskatchewan on March 11, 1918. She was predeceased by her mother Susan Simpson in 1947 and her father Jack Simpson in 1951 and her sister Grace Adams in 2000.
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Muriel received her primary and secondary education in Netherhill, Saskatchewan followed by her nursing education at St Boniface Hospital in Manitoba, graduating in 19??. She worked as a surgical nurse at St Paul’s Hospital in Saskatoon and the John Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. Muriel joined the medical services of the Royal Canadian Air Force as Flying Officer Nursing Sister Simpson. In the Air Force , she was posted to Calgary, Alberta, where she met her partner Flight Lt. DR. Howard McEwan. They were married in 1946. As a caring and compassionate person who was always full of energy and fun, Muriel enjoyed curling and excelled as a skip on her teams. They won many bonspiels in Alberta and Saskatchewan. She loved knitting sewing and weaving? and produced many beautiful works of art.
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A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 12 at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of the Mountain View Funeral Home. [Calgary]
Muriel Elizabeth Simpson born March 11 1918, 36-38-21, W2 [should be west of the 3rd Meridian], mother Susie Coates, father John Simpson
In the 1921 Canadian Census Section 36 Township 28, Range 21 West of the 3rd meridian, Hillsborough municipality, Kindersley district, Saskatchewan.
Head John Simpson, age 34, born in England, parents born in England, immigrated in 1906, Canadian nationality, farmer, Anglican.
Wife Susie Simpson, age 31, born England, parents born England, immigrated 1913.
Son John Simpson, age 5, born Saskatchewan.
Daughter M. Elizabeth Simpson, age 3, born Saskatchewan.
Son Richard Simpson, age 1, born Saskatchewan.
House help Robert Auckland, single, age 28, immigrated 1920, born England, parents born England, farm labourer.
In the 1926 Canadian census of Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta
Section 36, Township 28, Range 21, West of the 3rd Meridian, Hilsburgh municipality, Kindersley district, Saskatchewan
Head John Simpson, age 36, born England, parents born England, immigrated 1909
Wife Susie Simpson, age 36, born England, parents born England, immigrated 1913
Son John Simpson, age 10, born Saskatchewan
Daughter Muriel Simpson, age 8, born Saskatchewan
Son Richard Simpson, age 6, born Saskatchewan
Son George Simpson, age 4, born Saskatchewan
Daughter Grace Simpson, age 4 months, born Saskatchewan
Servant Rennie Cameron?, single, age 34, born Ontario
1931 Canada Census Saskatchewan, Kindersley district, Sub didtrict 63
36-28-21 W3
Owner of home, value $400, single story, wood, 4 rooms, they have a radio
Head John Simpson, age 42, born England, parents born England, immigrated, 1908, nationality Canada, racial origin English, Church of England, farmer, grain farmer
Wife Susie Simpson, age 42, born England, parents born England, homemaker
Son John Douglas Simpson, age 15, born Manitoba [other records say Sask.], student
Daughter Muriel Elizabeth Simpson, age 13, born Saskatchewan, student
Son Richard Simpson, age 10, born Saskatchewan, student
Son George Simpson, age 9, born Saskatchewan, student
Daughter Grace Simpson, age 5, born Saskatchewan
Partner Ronald J Cameron, single, age 38, born Onrario, parents born Ontario, nationality Canada, racial origin English, farmer, grain farmer
From her obituary.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Muriel Elizabeth McEwan on February 7, 2003 at the Mayfair Care Centre. Muriel was born at Netherhill, Saskatchewan on March 11, 1918. She was predeceased by her mother Susan Simpson in 1947 and her father Jack Simpson in 1951 and her sister Grace Adams in 2000.
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Muriel received her primary and secondary education in Netherhill, Saskatchewan followed by her nursing education at St Boniface Hospital in Manitoba, graduating in 19??. She worked as a surgical nurse at St Paul’s Hospital in Saskatoon and the John Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. Muriel joined the medical services of the Royal Canadian Air Force as Flying Officer Nursing Sister Simpson. In the Air Force , she was posted to Calgary, Alberta, where she met her partner Flight Lt. DR. Howard McEwan. They were married in 1946. As a caring and compassionate person who was always full of energy and fun, Muriel enjoyed curling and excelled as a skip on her teams. They won many bonspiels in Alberta and Saskatchewan. She loved knitting sewing and weaving? and produced many beautiful works of art.
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A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 12 at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of the Mountain View Funeral Home. [Calgary]