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Sharon Mabel MacKinnon (Hoyem)  July 24, 1946 - April 15, 2025 With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Sharon Mabel MacKinnon (Hoyem) beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend on April 15, 2025, after a courageous nine-year journey with Alzheimer’s. Sharon is predeceased by her parents, Olaf and Mabel Hoyem, and her sister Betty. She leaves behind her devoted husband of 56 years, Rick; brother Al (Freida), sister Karen; daughters Julie and Beth (Wyatt); and grandchildren Charlotte, Lucie, Lyla, and Oliver. A dedicated RN for 40 years, Sharon touched countless lives through her work. Her dynamic career in Edmonton included ER, ICU, and running Day Surgery at Grey Nun’s Hospital. Continuing on Salt Spring, she worked in endoscopy and palliative/home care. Beyond her profession, Sharon had love for her garden, good food, good wine, friends, family, and her dogs. Her culinary skills, dry wit, and generous hospitality made the MacKinnon home in St…