With heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Brad Jones in Calgary, Alberta on Saturday, December 19, 2020 at the age of 63 years.  

Brad was born in Calgary December 10, 1957 and in typical “Brad Fashion” he arrived early as he didn’t want to miss any of the fun to be had for Christmas. 

He is survived by his two boys Kalen and Kiefer (Brett), his father Trevor, brother Jeff (Anne) nephew, Ben and sisters Char (Rusty) and Pam (Gunnar).  Aunts and Uncles, Ann (Willie), Brith, Gwyn, Vic, Sharon, Jack and Marg.  Many cousins too many too list.  Many close friends in Calgary and Fairmont Hot Springs, including Lloyd (Sue), Bernard & Marian along with their many children, Julie, her family and especially her grandson Robson.

He was predeceased by his mother Greta, paternal and maternal grandparents Jones and Lenning, uncles Jonny, Rolf and Norman, aunts Eleanor (George), Mary and Dar.

Brad was a natural at sports. As a boy he loved to play hockey and baseball.  As a young teen he started skiing, which as a young adult brought him out to Fairmont Hot Springs, British Columbia where the family had a cabin.  He became a ski instructor, ultimately becoming the Assistant Director of the Ski School at Fairmont Ski hill. Then pushing his abilities to include teaching the Handicap/Blind.  He wanted everyone to enjoy the sport he loved.  With his easy going nature and sense of humour, he was able to teach people of all ages. He LOVED his Southern Rock so much it fit perfectly with his beautiful skiing style and Walkman (yes there was such a thing).

When his boys were born, he was so elated. They both have so much of their Dad in them.

He then aspired to begin a new career in golf which became his calling.  He started under the wing of Lorne Rowe (his mentor) who taught out of Mountain Side Golf Course in Fairmont Hot Springs, British Columbia.  Brad became a CPGA Golf Professional in 1992 and operated the Riverside Golf Course Pro Shop as well as the Golf Academy where he taught his boys golf at a young age.  It wasn’t just about “Teaching” for Brad, it was about the pride and accomplishment people felt of themselves, through his instruction.  We are sure he was more thrilled then the “students” especially his Lil Bestie Robson who he LOVED spending time with regardless of the activity. 

He moved to Mexico in 1997 and then back to Calgary.  Brad loved the Columbia Valley and continued to frequent Fairmont Hot Springs visiting life long friends and family. 

Brad had the best sense of humour and loved to joke around.  He was a kind and generous man and would be there for anyone who needed him.  He was a fantastic Father, Son, Brother and Friend.

We all LOVE you dearly and you will be missed everyday. 

Cause you are as free as a Bird now,
won’t you fly high, Free Bird
If I leave here tomorrow,
Would you still remember me.
For i must be traveling on now,
Cause there’s too many
People I need to see….

Due to the COVID situation, a Celebration of Life for Brad will be announced in the future.

Your shared memories of Brad and expression of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via the Foster’s Garden Chapel website at www.fostersgardenchapel.ca

FOSTER’S GARDEN CHAPEL
FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM
Telephone:  403-297-0888
Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial