It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Esper Espersen on June 29, 2019 at Olds Hospital at the young age of 78 years. Esper was born in Olds on November 25, 1940 to Marie and Erik Espersen.He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Jackie, of 59 years; daughter Corrine (Ken) Ferguson of Claresholm, AB; son son Erik (Karen) Espersen of Edgewood, BC, five grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, twin sister Evelyn Turnbull of Calgary, AB, younger sister Sorina (Gene) Maletta of Creston, BC, mother-in-law Ruth Zimmerman, sister-in-law Sharon Dunn, brother-in-lawKeith (Pam) Zimmerman, and numerous nieces and nephews. Esper is predeceased by his parents, sister Helen Hansen, brother-in-law Ken Turnbull, and father in-law Ed Zimmerman. In keeping with Esper’s wishes, a private family will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to S.T.A.R.S. Air Ambulance or a charity of your choice. Heartland Funeral Services Ltd., Olds entrusted with arrangements. 403-507-8610 www.heartlandfuneralservices.com