James "Jim" Douglas McLeod

March 2, 1940 – December 29, 2011

It is with great sadness we announce the unexpected but peaceful passing of Jim McLeod on December 29, 2011 at the age of 71 years. Jim is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Gloria; his daughters, Cami (John) Manson and Erin (Mike Slater) McLeod; and his cherished grandchildren, Jack and Lucy Manson. He was predeceased by his parents, Eleanor and Clarence McLeod and his brother, Bruce McLeod.

Jim was born in Rimbey, Alberta and was raised in Richmond, B.C. Jim served 20 years with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police while obtaining his law degree. After earning the position of Staff Sgt, he retired from service and began practicing at the law firm of Bennett Jones in Calgary. From there, he combined his knowledge in both of these disciplines and commenced a new position at the Law Society of Alberta, investigating complaints against lawyers. After 16 years at the Law Society, Jim retired in June 2002.

A Memorial Service will be held at Fosters Garden Chapel, 3220 – 4th Street N.W. Calgary (across from Queen’s Park Cemetery) on Thursday, January 5, 2012 at 2:00pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Jim’s favorite charity, S.T.A.R.S. Air Rescue, P.O. Box 570, 1441 Aviation Park NE, Calgary, Alberta T2E 8M7 or the Calgary Health Trust for the Foothills Medical Centre, 800, 11012 Macleod Trail S.E., Calgary AB T2J 6A5. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via the website www.fostersgardenchapel.ca.

FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL

FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM

Telephone: 403-297-0888

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