Linda karen Budnyk

Linda Budnyk passed away at the Rosedale Hospice in Calgary on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at the age of 74. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Alfred Priest; her sister Veronica (Wayne); her daughter Kaycee McDowell (Michael); granddaughters Jacalyn and Kelly (Haley); stepchildren, Dale (Debbie), Lynnette (Peter), Arlene (Carl), and Karla; and by several step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was also survived by numerous brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law and nephews and nieces and many close friends.

She was predeceased by her mother, Christina Griggs; father, Edward Griggs; as well as her brother, Martin; sisters, Sandra Robinson and Sharon Worden.

Linda loved nothing more than spending time with those nearest and dearest to her heart, her family! She was an amazing daughter to her parents, partner, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. Her love for those closest to her was never questioned and was always unconditional. As a young woman Linda always worked hard as a parent and a spouse; but also, to improve her education and become the incredible business professional she was. Once her professional life was over, she and Alfred enjoyed travelling across Canada and the United States and the odd cruise here and there. Wherever they went they made new friends and lots of memories with friends old and new. Camping with her grandchildren in the summer was always a highlight for her. Later in life she made fitness a priority and could frequently be found on the local golf course with her friends. Linda was a lover of animals both large and small, horses when she lived in Cochrane; and a dog or cat in the house until she moved to Didsbury.

We would like to thank the staff of unit 95 at Arthur J. E. Child Cancer Centre and to the amazing staff at the Rosedale Hospice. You all made an incredibly difficult time in our lives a little less crazy. Thank you again.

A Celebration of Linda’s Life will be held at the Didsbury Elks, 1914 20 Street, Didsbury, AB on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm

In lieu of flowers a donation can be made to the Hospice Calgary Society at 1245 70 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2H 2X8 [ www.hospicecalgary.ca ] Charitable Reg. # 11896 3669 RR0001.