In Memory Of

Gracelyn Faith Meronowich

May 26, 2012 - Sep 19, 2025

Service

Saturday, October 4, 2025
1:00 pm
Leslieville Community Center
210, 2nd avenue
Leslieville, AB

Notice

In lieu of flowers, donations in Gracie’s memory may be made to the Roar Society in Rocky Mountain House to honor her love of animals.

Obituary

It is with great sadness and broken hearts that we announce the loss of our beautiful, beloved daughter and sister Gracelyn Faith Meronowich at the age of 13.

From the day that she was born, our little Gracie Bear was the perfect completion to our wonderful family. As a little girl, she was so full of energy, happiness and love, always wanting cuddles and hugs. Gracie loved every second of being cuddled up in her wrap as her mom lovingly toted her around for miles. She was so inseparable from her mom, that she spent almost half of her incredibly short life snuggled into our bed at nights.

She was never far away from her big sister and best friend Cadence. The two of them would always be playing together, jumping on the trampoline for hours, riding bikes and also culprits in crime as they were making slime, or potions or painting, making messy “masterpieces". Lots of numerous flooring, carpet and towel stains have been a direct result of Gracie’s inquisitive nature making her creations. Gracie always lovingly looked up to her older brothers Dyson and Dalen. If they were playing catch in the front yard, soon a small baseball game with all four siblings would be taking place. If the boys got out their dirt bikes, then soon after Gracie would be following along on her little quad whether out camping or just around our property. She would also play with trucks and equipment in the sandbox imitating her big brothers. All four siblings shared a strong bond built on love, respect and family. Gracie always enjoyed family camping trips, family get togethers throughout the year, any time at swimming pools and lakes and had a huge love of all animals especially dogs and cats.

Gracie always enjoyed her sports, playing baseball, hockey and basketball. Not always a fan of practices, she enjoyed the competition of all sports and playing on teams with her friends and the comradery that it created. She also enjoyed being in band the last 3 years, playing the trumpet and was very much looking forward to Band Camp.

One of Gracie’s closest companions was her dog Akira, though to Gracie she was never just a dog, she was “just a baby”. Akira would curl up beside her at night, follow her from room to room and never let Gracie out of her sight. Their bond was unbreakable, built on love, comfort and loyalty. Gracie would proudly tell you she was perfect and anyone who saw them could tell how great they were together. Akira feels her absence greatly and still continues to find her way to Gracie’s bedside at night.

As Gracie grew older, her friendships became such an important part of her life. Whether at school, sleepovers or simply hanging out, she loved being surrounded by her close friends. Her circle of friends gave her a true sense of belonging and brought her so much happiness. Some of her best memories were filled with late night laughter, long talks, shenanigans and the special bond that only teenage girls can share.

Gracie is predeceased by her cousin Blayze Nothof, her Grandpa Ol’ Truck and Grandma Pie (Don and Edna Meronowich) and her Great Grandpa Rolf Johansson.

Gracie will be forever loved and missed by her mom and dad Crystal and Blayne Meronowich, her sister and best friend Cadence Meronowich and her two big brothers Dyson and Dalen Meronowich.

Also feeling great loss are Papa and Grandma John and Karen Radics, her aunties Taralee (Ron) Nothof, Carrie Opdendries and Nicole Bradshaw, her uncles Troy (Carly) Radics, Shawn Radics and Jonathon Opdendries, her cousins Briley Nothof, Jaiden & Phil (son Hayes), Landen and Bauer Opdendries, Eberley Radics, Raya and Emma Lee Radics, her close circle of best friends and numerous other relatives and friends.

In memory of Gracie, may we all hold our loved ones a little closer. Never forget to shower them with hugs and always tell them “I love you”. To value and respect your friendships deeply just as Gracie did.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Gracie’s memory may be made to the Roar Society in Rocky Mountain House to honor her love of animals.

We would like to invite you to share in our celebration of Gracie’s life on Saturday October 4th, 2025, at the Leslieville Community Center at 1:00 pm. Gracie was absolutely not a fan of dress up moments, so please feel free to wear whatever makes you comfortable.

Condolences may be forwarded to www.rockyfuneralhome.ca.
Rocky and Sylvan Lake Funeral Homes and Crematorium, your Golden Rule Funeral Homes, entrusted with the arrangements.

Condolences

BOB ANDERSON:

Crystal: On behalf of your friends at Pioneer Acres, condolences on your sad loss. We are sorry to hear about your young daughter's passing. Wishing you peace and healing as you remember Gracelyn.

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Reach out to Jesus, he will help you in these times

Allison Legree:

It was a joy to teach Grace in band. I will always remember her positive attitude and willing to try anything. She was a role-model for her peers in the trumpet section. Anytime I see or hear a concert band playing, her memory will live in my mind. She will be deeply missed. My condolences to her family and friends.

Joanne and Gord McCrindle:

We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest condolences go out to all of you in this most difficult time.
May you hold your cherished memories near to your hearts always❤️

Jeff & Teresa Radics:

Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family for the loss of their beautiful Gracelyn.
Wishing comfort and peace to Gracie’s family during this very sad time.

Sandra and Bob Brinklow:

RIP Gracie, you will be deeply missed and Loved. Our Deepest Condolences to Family and Friends, our thoughts and Prayers are with you all. Love Auntie Sandra and Uncle Bob Brinklow❤️

Cynthia Brian and Carter Campbell:

I cannot imagine the pain you are feeling so I will not even try.My heart is shattered.I hugged Carter a little harder even if he did not want to because I cannot imagine losing him as you have lost your precious girl. I am not giving you lame advice to deal with this because I know it doesnot help. You will be in my thoughts and prays for years to come. Love Cynthia

Denia and Jeff Baltzer:

Sending our deepest condolences on the unimaginable loss of your beautiful Gracie. We are holding you all in our thoughts.

Carl and Sheri-Lynn Black:

So sorry for your loss, our deepest condolences to you all.

Jean Bootsma:

Our condolences to Crystal and family
May her memories live on never to be forgotten. Our thoughts are with you.

Steve and Albina Mayer:

John and Karen and family
We are so sad and so sorry to hear about your precious granddaughter Gracelyn.
We can’t imagine your pain and loss.
Sending you love and strength and hugs!
As well as never forgetting that even they are in Heaven they are actively present in are lives and in our hearts with everlasting love ❤️
Steve and Albina

Jondelle Pogson:

I will ever be thankful, I was able to experience the beauty that is Gracelyn..I am so thankful that Jozalyn has found that friendship, that is what we remember.

Selby Brown :

I am deeply saddened for your loss.

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Our sincerest condolences to all your family. We won't be back in time for her celebration of life but will be making a donation to ROAR in Gracie's memory. Val and Gerri Baier

Tina Barry:

Although I never met Gracie, I met Crystal in Red Deer when she was just a baby, having grown up with Grandma Karen. My heartfelt condolences go out to the entire family for this very sad and untimely loss. May the passage of time help to heal your hearts, so that only the beautiful memories make you smile.

Desmond Kleinschroth :

my thoughts and prayers are with all the family.

John Radics ( PAPA ):

RIP you will always be loved and never forgotten and sadly missed love PAPA and Grandma Radics

Christa Lomax:

She was a beautiful soul and you all did such a wonderful job of loving her. She will be missed by many ♥️

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