JOANNE IRENE HEDENSTROM, of Hillspring, passed away suddenly, on Thursday, May 26, 2022 at the age of 78 years.
Joanne was born on August 30, 1943. She was a third generation Albertan who grew up on her grandfather's Pioneer Farm and went on to lecture in three of Alberta's universities.
She is known throughout Alberta as a citizen advocate for animal rights, environmental issues and conservation. A deep abiding lover for animals was very evident at an early age. It would be a common sight to see her with her dog on her horse out for an adventure in the river bottom. Quite simply, Joanne loved the land, she will be greatly missed.
A Memorial Service will take place at HILL SPRING COMMUNITY CENTRE, 137 - 2 Avenue South, Hill Spring, AB, on Thursday, June 16, 2022 at 2:00 P.M.
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