Obituary of Victoria Margaret Baran

April 14, 1935 - Dauphin, Manitoba

May 3, 2024 - Calgary, Alberta

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Victoria (Vicki) Margaret Baran. Vicki passed away peacefully at home in Calgary, AB, on Friday, May 3, 2024, at the age of 89 years.

Vicki was born on April 14, 1935, near Dauphin, MB, and was the third youngest of twelve children. After receiving her public education, Vicki attended Secretarial School and upon graduation, she worked as a legal secretary.

In 1956, she married the love of her life, Jack Baran and they began their lives together in Dauphin, MB. In 1966, Vicki and Jack moved to Calgary, AB, and lived in Acadia for 58 years. Upon moving to Calgary, she began working for Panarctic Oils and later worked for Petro Canada as an executive secretary.

In 1986, Vicki joined the Catholic Woman’s League and served as the president of St. Cecilia’s Parish Council #19. She also held the position of Secretary on the Parish Pastoral Council and Diocesan Religious Education Council.

In her leisure time, Vicki and Jack sang together in the St. Cecilia’s Choir, played bridge, and golfed. She also treasured spending time with her grandchildren. Vicki was a great cook and was always happy to have the entire family at her home for birthdays and holiday celebrations.

Vicki and Jack also enjoyed family camping trips and travelling to Hawaii, Disneyland, and Las Vegas for vacations. Upon retirement, they travelled overseas to Europe, and embarked on a 3-month car trip to Canada’s East Coast and back through the United States.

Vicki leaves behind her son Gregory (Jami), daughter Lisa Helmer, and her four grandchildren, Brittany and Anthony Helmer, Alicia and Hannah Baran. She also leaves behind her brother Ernie Brezden (Denise) of Thunderbay, ON, sister Bernice Cole (Alvin) of Dauphin, MB, brother-in-law Ron Baran (Jeannette) of Thornbury, ON, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Vicki was predeceased by her husband Jack Baran, son Richard Baran, and son-in-law Robert Helmer. She was also predeceased by her brothers, Metro, Al, Steve, Harry, John, and Paul; sisters, Stella, Anne, and Nellie; and her parents, John and Mary.

Vicki will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Your prayers for Vicki and her family will be greatly appreciated.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Cecilia Catholic Church (321 – 90th Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB) on Friday, May 24, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. Reception to follow in the Parish Hall.

If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made directly to St. Cecilia Catholic Church, Parish: Calgary St. Cecilia, 321 90^th Ave. S.E. Calgary, AB, T2J 0A1, Telephone: (403) 252-2790, https://stceciliacalgary.com/about/contact/.

Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared and viewed with Vicki's family here.

In living memory of Victoria Baran, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Park Memorial, 5008 Elbow Drive SW, Calgary, AB T2S 2L5, Telephone: 403-243-8200.