Mrs. Karolyn Faye Calder (nee Romanchuk) passed away at Points West Living, Red Deer, after a courageous battle with breast cancer and dementia on Sunday, December 11, 2022 at the age of 76 years. Karolyn was born on July 25, 1946 in Lethbridge, Alberta to Fred and Myrtle Romanchuk (nee Sorgard). Karolyn was an avid supporter of the Order of the Eastern Star; having held many offices including Worthy Matron and Worthy Grand Matron of Alberta. Anyone who met Karolyn knew she was a special person and was always willing to help anyone. Karolyn and Daryl enjoyed vacationing in Arizona in the winter, and touring around Alberta in the summer. Karolyn will be lovingly remembered by her husband of fifty eight years, Daryl; her daughter, Rhonda Calder of Red Deer, Alberta and her son, Trevor (Charlene) Calder of Edmonton, Alberta; and her four wonderful grandchildren that she was blessed with, Ty Calder, Brody Calder, Nolan Betts and Kylee Betts. She will also be sadly missed by her siblings, Ron (Diane) Romanchuk, Larry (Lillian) Romanchuk, James (Maureen) Romanchuk, and Wendy (David Garner) Romanchuk; her special brother-in-law, Don Calder, as well as numerous family members and dear friends. Karolyn was predeceased by her parents, Fred and Myrtle Romanchuk and a sister, Darlene Romanchuk. Karolyn’s family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to the staff (Phase 1, 3rd Floor North) Points West Living for the excellent care Karolyn received. A Memorial Service for Karolyn will be held at a later date (Summer of 2023). If desired, Memorial Donations in Karolyn’s honor may be made directly to the Alzheimer Society of Canada at www.alzheimersociety.ab.ca. Cremation entrusted to Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, Red Deer, Alberta. Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com. Arrangements in care of Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, 6287 – 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040.