‘In a league of his own’: Loved ones memorialize Alberta human rights advocate Darren Lund
Global News
A well-known Albertan educator and human rights advocate died after a short battle with cancer. Darren Lund was 60 years old when he died on Oct. 11, 2021.
Albertan Darren Lund was a champion for human rights.
His cherished friends and family say he was a man of conviction and compassion, advocating for inclusion, acceptance and social justice.
He had just celebrated his 60th birthday surrounded by people who loved him.
Less than three months later, his friends are memorializing him. Lund was diagnosed with prostate cancer. He died on Oct. 11, 2021.
Nina Howorun, his partner, said it’s a devastating loss.
“He was so brave and so hopeful and so optimistic,” Howorun said. “He thought his health could help buy him more time.
She said he was also a devoted father and lived life passionately, without regret.
“He was such an incredible man, adventurous, wise beyond his years and so vibrant and youthful,” Howorun said.