It is with the utmost sadness that the family of RONALD DENNIS (SCOTTY) IRVINE announces his passing after a short, but courageous battle with lung disease. Scotty was born on the family farm near Barons, Alberta to parents Hazel (nee Mickleberg) and Billy Irvine, where he spent the rest of his life farming. Married to Madeline Mifflin for nearly 60 years, they raised four children: Terry, Gary (Brenda), Lee (Monica) and Barb (Chris). Scotty loved camping and fishing in the mountains and spent many summers with the family near Spring Creek. In his later years, he spent much of his time on the golf course at Keho Lake, perfecting his game. He loved being outdoors and always \"on the go\" somewhere. Sharing a story or a joke at the local coffee shop was a favourite pastime. He had a great sense of humour and made friends wherever he went. In his last days, Scotty was surrounded by all of his family at his bedside, sharing stories and jokes right up until his last moments.

Scotty was predeceased by his mother Hazel (nee Mickleberg), father Billy Irvine, and brother Sonny. He is survived by his sister Lorraine and wife Madeline. Scotty is the proud father of four children, six grandchildren: Colby, Connor, Baylee, Carson, Brandon and Lauren. Scotty was a true testament to \"family first\".

A Celebration of Life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Glenda Wert officiating.

The family expresses their sincere thanks to the staff at the South Campus Hospital in Calgary, where Scotty spent his last days. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully asks for donations to the Alberta Lung Association, Suite 208, 17420 Stony Plain Road NW, Edmonton, AB, T5S 1K6 in his memory.

Honoured to serve the family, CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1. Telephone (403) 381-7777. E-mail: care@cornerstonefh.ca