Irene Raffa, of Calgary, passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2005 at the age of 80 years.
Irene was born on November 11, 1924. She married Tony Raffa on June 12, 1951. Irene had been a resident of Valleyview Lodge until recently, when she became a resident at Hillcrest Nursing Home.
Irene will be remembered by her two sons and two daughters-in-law, Pat and Barbara Raffa, and Mike and Sandra Raffa, all of Calgary; three grandchildren, Jesse of Vancouver, BC, Lee and Jodi, both of Calgary; one sister and brother in-law Frances and Tom Mastel of Medicine Hat, AB; and brother Peter Steinkey of Medicine Hat; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Irene was predeceased by her husband Tony on August 29, 2001.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Eastside Memorial Chapel (5388 Memorial Drive N.E.) on Friday, September 2, 2005 at 6:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Trinity Catholic Church (1525 – 45 Street S.E.) on Saturday, September 3, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Vincent Thao Dinh O.P., Presider. Graveside Service to follow at Mountain View Memorial Gardens. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes Association, #105, 7500 Macleod Trail S.E., Calgary, AB T2H 0L9 Telephone: (403) 266-0620.
In living memory of Irene Raffa, a tree will be planted by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Eastside Memorial Chapel, 5388 MEMORIAL DRIVE N.E., CALGARY. Telephone: (403) 248-8585.
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Bruce Percival Askewe has “Gone Fishn” on Friday, August 26, 2005 at the age of 42 years.
Bruce was born in Calgary on September 22, 1962 and completed his education in Calgary, obtaining his Diploma in Air Conditioning Refrigeration Technology from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology. He spent many years working for the Delta Calgary Airport Hotel.
Bruce leaves to mourn his three beautiful children, Jessilyn, Jerrick and Jilleena; as well as his loving partner Ann Marie Cook. He is survived by his sister and brother-in-law Linda and Greg Sinclair and their children, Miranda and Tabitha; his aunt Bernice Newcombe; his cousins, Paul (Diane), Kendra, Cheryl, and Michelle (Keith) Black, along with their families. Bruce is also survived by his aunt and uncle Megan and Len Roe, and their families; his children’s mother Sandra Power and her family; as well as numerous other relatives. He was predeceased by several relatives and friends, but most recently by his parents, his mother Patricia Askewe in 1993 and his father Norman Askewe in 1997; and his uncle Ken Newcombe in 1996.
A Celebration of Bruce’s Life will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Friday, September 2, 2005 at 2:30 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the charity of the donor’s choice. The family wishes to thank Chris, Mike, and Rob for their long term friendship and support of Bruce.
In living memory of Bruce Askewe, a tree will be planted at Fletcher Park, Airdrie by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Telephone: (403) 243-8200.
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Betty Breeze, beloved wife of Art Breeze of Calgary, passed away on Wednesday, August 31, 2005 at the age of 59 years.
Betty was born on May 12, 1946 in Winnipeg, MB. She married Art on July 29, 1967 in Calgary. Betty was a very proud mother of her son Brent, who was born on April 9, 1973. She was a homemaker and loved to do arts and crafts.
Besides her loving husband, Betty is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Brent and Tammy Breeze. She is also survived by Alice Conrad of Calgary; Lynn Conrad of Regina, SK; Keith Conrad of Medicine Hat; Doreen Hopwood, Valerie Hopwood, and Dolly and Bill Owchar, all of Calgary.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Saturday, September 3, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. Keith F. Sorge of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Presider Graveside Service to follow in Holy Family Cemetery at Eden Brook Memorial Gardens. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire memorial tributes may be made directly to the Alberta Cancer Foundation c/o Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331 – 29 Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 4N2, Telephone: (403) 521-3433. The family would like to thank Dr. Reuther and the staff at Tom Baker Cancer Clinic for their compassionate care and attention.
In living memory of Betty Breeze, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E., CALGARY. Telephone: (403) 256-9575.
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A golden heart stopped beating
Hard-working hands put to rest
God broke our hearts to prove to us
He only takes the best.
Joseph Lukacs, beloved husband of Miady of Calgary passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2005, at the age of 86 years, due to heart failure and lung problems, surrounded by his loving family.
Joe was born on July 18, 1919 in Retlaw, AB, the sixth child of a family of eleven to John and Mary Lukacs. He would master anything from farming to plumbing and mechanical work, and also had the talent of witching wells. Joe spent twenty-seven of his years with Crown Lumber, Crown Zellerbach. He knew his lumber – soft or hard, inch by inch, foot by foot. He loved to sing and chat with people. Most of all he loved to spend time with his grandchildren of whom he was very proud.
Joe leaves behind his loving and dear wife of almost fifty-five years, Miady; his three sons, Harvey of Calgary, Terry (Susan) and their daughter McKenzie of Springbank and John (Elisa) and their children, Carmela, Magdalena, Martina, John Jr., Julianna, Tomas, and Teresa, all of Olds, AB; two brothers, Bernie (Elsie) and Lawrence (Mary), all of Calgary; three sisters, Agnes O’Sullivan of Calgary, Irene Clark of Lethbridge, AB, and Christina Anderson of Balzac, AB; and many nieces, nephews and very dear in-laws, Ettore, Marie and Franco Della Penna; as well as dad’s loving dog Nicol. Joe was predeceased by three brothers and two sisters.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Friday, September 2, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church (235 – 8th Street N.E.) on Saturday, September 3, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to Alberta Charitable Society of St. Pius X, 401 – 8th Street N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 4G8.
In living memory of Joe Lukacs, a tree will be planted at Fletcher Park Memorial Forest by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Telephone: (403) 243-8200.
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George Patrick Anderson of Hussar, AB passed away on Saturday, August 27, 2005 at the age of 56 years.
George is survived by his mother Jessie McElroy of Hussar, AB; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Donna and Marvin Sevcik of Hussar, AB and Bette-Jean McElroy of Calgary; two nephews and a niece, David Sevcik and his wife Margo, Russell Sevcik and Colleen Sevcik; as well as a great-niece and great-nephew, Susanne and Luke Sevcik.
Funeral Services will be held at Centre Street Church Main Campus (3900 – 2nd Street N.E.) on Friday, September 2, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. James Clark of Drumheller Church of the Nazarene, Presider. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Drumheller CT Scan, Box 5600, Drumheller, AB T0J 0Y0 or to George P. Anderson Ambassador Award, c/o Alberta Charolais Association, Box 1, Swalwell, AB T0M 1Y0.
In living memory of George Anderson, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Telephone: (403) 243-8200.
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Andrew (Andy) Turner Gibson of Calgary passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2005 at the age of 63 years.
Andy was born on December 29, 1941 in Edinburgh, Scotland and immigrated to Canada in 1959. He originally came to Edmonton, AB where he resided for a number of years before moving to Calgary and then to Bragg Creek in 1995, a place he truly loved. Andy’s varied working career was spent mostly in the oil and gas industry as a Landman and an active member of the Canadian Association of Petroleum Landman. He also tried his hand as a Liquor Representative, Bar Owner, Professional Sports Team Promoter and an aide to then Olympic Mayor, Ralph Klein. Andy loved life and lived it to the fullest. He was actively involved in the rugby scene as a member of the Calgary Hornets, an avid football fan and member of the Calgary Grey Cup Committee. He was also an active participant of the Calgary Stampede and served as a member of the Downtown Attractions Committee for over twenty-five years. Andy loved to ride horses, sail boats, scuba dive, play guitar, golf, and travel, making friends wherever he went. He could always be counted on for a joke or a story and he loved to entertain a crowd.
Andy will be very sadly missed by his partner, companion and best friend, Sandy Drinnan; and his children, Rayanne (Ted) LaBrosse, A.J. (Denean) Gibson, Shona (John) Foster; grandchildren, Turner, Brooklyn, Delainey, and Meredith; brother Ian (Gail) Gibson; immediate family Faye Drinnan, Dave and Michelle Drinnan, Pat and Doreen Drinnan, and Lynsey Thomson. He was predeceased by his parents; and his first wife Elaine.
Funeral Services will be held at Bethany Chapel (3333 Richardson Way S.W.) on Friday, September 2, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 1825 Park Road S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 3Y6 Telephone: (403) 264-5549, www.heartandstroke.ca.
In living memory of Andy Gibson, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Telephone: (403) 243-8200.
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Lili Varhelyi of Calgary passed away at the Rockyview General Hospital on Monday, August 29, 2005 at the age of 87 years.
Lili was born on May 29, 1918 in T÷r÷kkanizsa, Hungary. She married Dr. Tibor Varhelyi in Hungary in 1943. They immigrated to Germany in 1945 and to Argentina in 1948. Dr. Varhelyi passed away in Argentina in 1986 and Lili immigrated to Canada in December. While in Argentina, Lili was dedicated to fashion design, which she had a passion for. She loved people and was a very social person who loved dancing.
Lili is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Veronica and Bill Irvine of Calgary; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Lotty Lovasz, and Klari and Dr. Imre Kutassi, all of Hungary; as well as many family and friends in Hungary and Germany, friends in Canada and Argentina.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church (819 – 13th Avenue S.W.) on Thursday, September 1, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. with the Rev. Dr. Istvan Zachfalvy, Presider. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Lili Varhelyi, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Telephone: (403) 243-8200.
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Hildegard Kahl, beloved wife of Helmut Kahl of Calgary, passed away with her family at her side on Sunday, August 28, 2005 at the age of 77 years.
Hildegard was born on January 11, 1928 in Dortmund, Germany. She married Helmut Kahl in 1956, and immigrated to Canada with her husband in 1961.
Hildegard is survived by her loving husband Helmut; and her son Rainer Kahl.
It was Hildegard’s wish that no Funeral Service be held. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to the Doctors of the Rockyview General Hospital for all their efforts, and especially to the Doctors, Nurses and Staff of Unit 73 who worked tirelessly to treat her and keep her comfortable. They were extraordinarily compassionate, gracious, and caring towards Hildegard and her family.
In living memory of Hildegard Kahl, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E., CALGARY. Telephone: (403) 256-9575.
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Edith Cavell Boaler (nee McBean), peacefully went to be with her Heavenly Father on Sunday, August 28, 2005 at the age of 89 years, with her family by her side.
Edith was born on February 8, 1916 on the family farm in Carey, MB. She was the last survivor of fourteen children of the McBean family, who were Scottish pioneers. At the tender age of fourteen, Edith would get up at 3:00 a.m. to help her mother prepare breakfast for threshing crews of fourteen men. Edith was a loving wife, devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, and a wonderful friend to many. She attended Business College in Winnipeg, MB and used her skills in a position at an Eaton’s store. As a young woman, Edith enjoyed sports and belonged to a women’s baseball league. She was active in politics and even in her last days, kept abreast of current affairs. Edith married Colin Boaler on November 14, 1953 in Winnipeg, and together they raised four children on a farm in St. Pierre, MB. Edith worked side by side with Colin, the love of her life.
Edith is survived by her loving husband of fifty-one years, Colin Boaler of Calgary, AB; her children, Gordon May of St. Pierre, MB, Geraldine Epp (Henry) of Kelowna, BC, Jacqueline Flanders, and Ronald (Rose-Marie) Boaler, all of Calgary; ten grandchildren, Bonnie Tone, Colin Epp, Cameron Epp, Sherrie (Guy) Kirouac, Janice May, Shawna Gosselin, Peggy (Dennis) Leduc, Pam Heger (Jeremy Hamilton), Alan (Jennifer) Flanders, and Amy Flanders; seven great-grandchildren, Kylie Kranabetter, Joshua Kranabetter, Christian Tone, Mathew Kirouac, Marc Kirouac, Chantal Kirouac, and Samantha Kirouac; brother-in-law Alan Boaler of Carey, MB; sister-in-law Trudy Boaler of Calgary; and many nieces and nephews. Edith was predeceased by her parents John McBean and Violet McBean (nee Jack); thirteen brothers and sisters; her granddaughter Tammy May, and many relatives of the Boaler family.
A Memorial Service will be held at Westminster Presbyterian Church (290 Edgepark Blvd. N.W.) on Thursday, September 1, 2005 at 3:00 p.m. with the Rev. Dr. Ian Gray, Presider. A second Memorial Service and a Graveside Service will be held in St. Vital Cemetery, Winnipeg, MB at a later date .Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 1825 Park Road S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 3Y6 Telephone: (403) 264-5549, www.heartandstroke.ca. The family would like to express their gratitude to the nurses and doctors on Unit 103 A at the Foothills Medical Centre.
In living memory of Edith Boaler, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Telephone: (403) 243-8200.
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Harriette Winnifred Dalley (Rice) beloved wife of Jim Dalley of Cochrane, Alberta, passed away at the Rosedale Hospice on Tuesday, August 22, 2005 from a short term illness, at the age of 82 years. Harriette was an artist known for her works in pastels. Mrs. Dalley is survived by three sons, Frank and family of Peterborough, Ontario, Donald and family of Toronto, Ontario, and David and family of Bancroft, Ontario. In living memory of Harriette Dalley, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McInnis and Holloway Funeral Homes, Crowfoot Chapel, 82 Crowfoot Circle, N.W., Telephone: (405) 241-0044.
A memorial Service will be held at St. Andrew’s United Church, Tuesday, August 30, at 7PM. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Harriette Dalley (Rice) grew up and graduated from North Toronto Collegiate, where she met her future husband, Jim Dalley. Both of them had the same birthday and as a result, they met and became best friends. Harriette enrolled in the Northern Vocational School for a three year Commercial Art Course, which included hand lettering, design, life drawing, painting, sculpting, etc. She attended life drawing classes at the Ontario College of Art and night courses at Three Schools. The next few years were spent in the commercial art world, starting with the layout department of Eaton’s catalogue and ending with drawing for Trane Heating Ltd. By the early 1950′s Harriette lived in Pickering, for fourteen years, where she started raising her three children, Frank, Donald and David. The Dalley family moved to the Bancroft area, in 1964, where Harriette worked for Hinterland Handcrafts, making and designing leather souvenirs. Hinterland’s leather products, such as provincial or birthday flowers, bookmarks and jewelry, etc. were sold across Canada. In addition to this, Harriette helped her husband with his photography business, by doing gold hand lettering in wedding albums, plus other jobs. While in Bancroft, Harriette helped to start the Art Gallery of Bancroft, located in the abandoned railroad station, and volunteered there for fifteen years. During this time, she still took advantage of various art classes, one of which was taught by Michael Dumas, who lived in the area. Harriette was also encouraged to pursue her art by a gentleman who had painted with the famous Group of Seven. A sketchbook of her pencil drawings of scenes and buildings in Bancroft was published and went into a second printing.
In 1994, Harriette had a pastel drawing accepted for display in the Pastel Society exhibition in Ottawa. Through all of these years she continued to paint in watercolors, yet mostly created using pastels. She was also commissioned to do pastel portraits, as well. Some of her works have ended up in Europe, the U.S. and various parts of Canada. Since moving to Cochrane, in 1996, Harriette had displayed and sold paintings at the Ferntree Gallery and the Nan Boothby Memorial Library. In Cochrane, Harriette had participated in oil painting classes and a drawing class, mostly to stay active.
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