Carol Mary MacAlister resident of Grande Prairie, AB, formerly of Wembley, AB, passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at her home at the age of 72 years.

Carol was born October 13, 1952, in Grande Prairie, to parents Walter William Reinitz and Adela Zelling. She was the youngest child of eight children.

Carol was raised on the family farm, attended Wembley school, and later attended secondary schooling at the Grande Prairie Regional College as a mature student. On October 2, 1971, Carol married Douglas MacAlister and started a family of Michael and Monte. Her career included: retail work at Zellers, Saan Store, Parties Galore, Alia TanJay, and as a Property Manager at Boardwalk. She was an active volunteer at many outdoor venues and hockey games as well as other community organizations.

Her interests included fashion, traveling, genealogy, interior design, music, line dancing, flower arranging and decorating Christmas trees. She had a keen eye for design and fashion.

She was a loving mother, who was considerate, caring, helpful, understanding and had a forgiving nature.

Carol is survived by her son Monte, sister Dorothy, brother Richard and many nieces, nephews and friends.

She was predeceased by her parents, husband Douglas; son Michael; sisters Katie and Anna; as well as brothers Richard, Rolland, Ernie and Herman.

A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 2:00 pm at Oliver’s Funeral Home (10005 107 Avenue, Grande Prairie).

Followed by a time of fellowship at the Podollan Inn and Spa (10612 99 Avenue, Grand Prairie).

Memorial Contributions can be made to Bandaged Paws Animal Rescue Association

(https://bandagedpaws.org/donate).

Condolences may be sent by visiting www.oliversfuneralhome.com.

• Date : 2024-12-31
• Location : Grande Prairie, Alberta

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