Jean Ellison of Calgary, formerly of Oshawa, ON peacefully passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2006 at the age of 79 years.
Jean is survived by one son and daughter-in-law Rick and Jan; and two grandchildren Jenny and Jamie.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Crowfoot Chapel (82 Crowfoot Circle N.W.) on Thursday, January 4, 2007 at 2:30 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Brenda Strafford Foundation Ltd., 4628 Montgomery Blvd. N.W. Calgary, AB T3B 0K7 or the Alzheimer Society of Calgary, #201, 222 – 58 Avenue S.W., Calgary, AB T2H 2S3 Telephone: (403) 290-0110.
The family wish to thank the staff of the Crowfoot Wing at the Bow View Manor for their care and support.
In living memory of Jean Ellison, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Crowfoot Chapel, 82 CROWFOOT CIRCLE N.W. Telephone: (403) 241-0044.
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James Ross Groves, beloved husband of Cathy (nee Swaenepoel), passed away suddenly at Foothills Hospital on December 29, 2006 at the age of 51 years.
Jim was born at Souris, Manitoba, on April 17, 1955. Upon completion of his education, he took employment with the C.P. Rail, where he continued to work until the time of his passing. Jim was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion and Trout Unlimited Canada. Both fishing and helping out on “Ken’s” farm were hobbies of his.
Besides his loving wife, Jim has left to mourn his children, Michelle, Geoff, and Karen, and his grandson Riley. Jim was predeceased by his parents, Flora and Gordon Groves, as well as his brother-in-law, Robert Duguid.
A Celebration of Jim’s Life will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Thursday, January 4, 2007 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.
In living memory of Jim Groves, a tree will be planted at Fletcher Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH Telephone: (403) 276-2296.
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Marlene Mary Davidson, beloved wife of Charlie Vaskovics of Calgary, passed away on Thursday, December 28, 2006 at the age of 64 years.
Marlene was born in Dover, England on May 15, 1942. In 1946, she moved with her mother Katé and sister Valerie to southern Alberta. She lived in Medicine Hat as a housewife and mother of three wonderful children. In 1973 they moved to Calgary and Marlene trained as a paralegal secretary. In 1977 she moved to Lethbridge where she worked as a legal secretary for a firm specializing in real estate. In 1979 she returned to Calgary and began her career as a real estate agent for the Sutton Group. She remained active in real estate until retiring in 1998. Marlene had many passions. She was a consummate people-person, with many caring friends. She touched people in a special way wherever she went. She had the rare ability to develop unique relationships with people from all walks of life. Marlene loved the outdoors where she spent much valued time with family and friends. She loved to travel and enjoyed sharing with all her trip to Hungary with her husband Charlie. She loved Christmas and decorating – festive food made her parties special. Marlene loved to garden and spent much time and effort in her own special place – her backyard flower garden. She loved her dogs, Rolley and Grizzly. They were her constant companions. Marlene loved life and made the most of every day. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Besides her loving husband Charlie, Marlene is survived by a son Scott and Lee Huff of Kalispell, Montana; two daughters, Alison and John Koopmans of Lethbridge, AB, Colleen Huff and Brenda Swenson of Winnipeg, MB; six grandchildren, Mark, Brad, Matt, Jenna, Cassie, and Joshua. She is also survived by her sister Valerie Rance of Medicine Hat, AB; and brother Raymond and Mary Lynn May of Sherwood Park, AB.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Friday, January 5, 2007 at 2:30 p.m. 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.
In living memory of Marlene Davidson, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E. Telephone: (403) 256-9575.
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It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Kathleen Marie Goss (nee McCarthy) on December 29, 2006, at the age of 51 years. She was recently battling breast cancer complications, which resulted in cardiac arrest.
Kathleen is survived by her loving husband, Rob, and her two beautiful daughters, Nicole and Lindsay. She is also remembered by her brothers, Peter, Brian, and Daniel McCarthy; her sisters, Maureen McCarthy and Naomi DiRago; her dad, Owen, and his wife, Mary McCarthy; Mary’s family, Cathy Davies, Cheryle Tilly, and Bill McNabb; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Kathleen was predeceased by her mother, Virgina McCarthy (nee Porter).
Kathleen was born to Owen and Virginia McCarthy in Toronto, Ontario, on June 6, 1955. She was an active volunteer in the church, including the youth advisory council, Eucharistic ministry, pastoral care, sacramental preparation, and Sunday school. In addition, she volunteered at her daughters’ schools within class, on hot lunch committees, on the community of caring committee, as secretary within the music society, and as secretary on the parent’s council. Within the community she was a blood donor, and gave generously to many charities. In July of 2006 Kathleen landed her dream job, as student advisor within Biological Sciences at the University of Calgary. She will be missed by all whose lives she touched.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at Ascension Catholic Church (1100 Berkshire Boulevard N.W.) on Wednesday, January 3, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at Ascension Catholic Church (1100 Berkshire Boulevard N.W.) on Thursday, January 4, 2007 at 1:30 p.m. with the Rev. Ignatius Tran, Presider. Graveside Service to follow in St. Joseph’s at Queen’s Park Cemetery. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Knights of Columbus Charity c/o Ascension Parish 1100 Berkshire Boulevard N.W., Calgary, AB., T3K 3M3.
In living memory of Kathleen Goss, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH Telephone: (403) 276-2296.
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During his life Jack fought many battles with great bravery. He served in the Royal Canadian Navy during World War II and continued to fight to the end of his life as he stoically battled the ravages of Alzheimer’s disease.
With the support of his two boys Jack was able to live out his final years in the family home in Calgary. He eventually lost his fight and succumbed to pneumonia in the Rockyview Hospital.
Jack is survived by his two sons Byron and Trevor, his sister Jeanette Bonney, Christine, Anne, numerous nephews, nieces, and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 January 3rd at McInnis and Holloway Park Memorial Chapel at 5008 Elbow Drive SW.
In lieu of flowers or gifts please make donations to the Alzheimer’s Society in memory of Jack. Condolences and thoughts can be shared via email at JohnTCook@shaw.ca.
He will be greatly missed and eternally loved.
“God Speed”
In living memory of Jack Cook, 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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Doris Skimmings of Priddis passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2006 at the age of 100 years.
Doris was born November 6, 1906 in Cornholm, Lancashire, England and immigrated to Canada in 1949. She was a member of the Snowbirds Seniors in Bragg Creek. Doris enjoyed crocheting dolls and competed in the Calgary Stampede and the Millarville Fair in which she won numerous ribbons.
Doris is survived by a son David and his wife Sandra Skimmings of Priddis; two grandchildren, Barry and his wife Connie Skimmings and Patricia and her husband Brian Shandruk all of Priddis; two great grandchildren, Craig and his wife Christie of Bragg Creek and Ryan Skimmings of Priddis; a great-great-granddaughter Tessa Skimmings of Bragg Creek; as well as her step son Roy Skimmings and his family of Calgary. Doris was predeceased by her husband Robert Skimmings in 1989.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Friday, December 29, 2006 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S, Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Saturday, December 30, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. Graveside Service to follow in the “Garden of Everlasting Life” at Mountain View Memorial Gardens. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Beverly Centre, 1729 – 90 Avenue S.W.
Calgary, AB T2V 4S1 Telephone: (403) 253-8806.
In living memory of Doris Skimmings 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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Steve (Eleven Frogs) Collins beloved husband of Maureen Big Plume of Tsuu T’ina Nation, has been called home by our Creator on Sunday, December 24, 2006 at the age of 76 years.
Steve was born in Saddle Lake, AB. He met his wife Maureen of T’suu T’ina where they traveled the world with “Up with People”. Steve was a self-employed farmer, who had a humorous personality which drew all who loved him closer. He was a spiritual man who believed in his culture strongly. Steve had a voice which he used to sing Indian or Country Western styles of music. His passion was the time cherished with his children and grandchildren. Those who knew Steve will always remember his infectious smile, surpassed by his humorous side which earned him the name “Eleven Frogs”.
Steve was a caring, loving and kind father to Casey Big Plume, Wendy (Norris) Big Plume and Melody Paquayak; he will be forever remembered by his grandchildren Ryan (Jen) Big Plume, Josh (Lisa) Big Plume, Kyle (MJ) Big Plume, Beau Big Plume, Raine Big Plume, Maureen (Reggie) Big Plume) Cayley Big Plume, Peter (Casey) Pasquayak, Chad Pasquayak; and his great grandchildren Sierra, Joshua Jr., Justice, Langdon and Jaslin. Steve is also survived by his sister Josephine Steinhauer and Agnus Houle; brother-in-law Tom Big Plume; special friend Jack Hervey and his family, Rodney (Yvonne) Big Crow, Sandford (Brenda Big Plume; as well as numerous other relatives and friends. Steve was predeceased by his wife Maureen and his grandson Rayzon Phoenix Big Plume.
Steve was a mentor and a friend to many. We will miss him so much, but his memory will be kept alive.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church Sarcee Nation today at 11:00 a.m. Graveside Service to follow at Tsuu T’ina Cemetery (Tsuu T’ina Nation, AB). Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Steve Collins 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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Michael Boyle passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at home on Sunday, December 24, 2006.
Born in Montreal, boyhood in the Maritimes, Michael’s military service took him to work and live in many places across Canada and around the world. During his posting in Germany, he met his beloved second wife, Rina (died April 2005).
Michael was very active over the past 20 years in lay ministry at the Sacred Heart Church. He served on the Parish Council and Building Committee, and additionally as a Eucharistic minister and lector. Michael served as an RCIA leader and catechist, helping dozens of adults prepare to be received into the Church.
Michael’s deep commitment to his wife during her final illness, his religious devotion and his passion for classical music sustained him in recent years.
Survived by sisters, Sheila Lachman (Charles), Mary Labram(Sam); his brother Sandy Boyle (Pierrette). He will also be greatly missed by his stepdaughter Anne “Didi” Buston (Garnet Barlow) and his stepson, Edward Mullens (Gail) and their families.
Friends and family are invited to Prayers and Tributes at Sacred Heart Catholic Church (1307 – 14 St SW) on Tuesday, January 2, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Wednesday, January 3, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. Donations in Michael’s memory may be sent to St Peter’s Monastery, Box 10, Muenster, SK S0K 2Y0.
In living memory of Michael Boyle 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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Vivian Pearl Priest of Calgary, passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2006 to join her late husband Harry who predeceased her on June 4, 1980
Vivian celebrated life to the fullest, living for her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Vivian is survived by two daughters Patricia (John) Tarrant and Pamela Arthur (Darrell Dvorak); four grandchildren David Tarrant, Kathy (Steve) Riddick, Amy (Adam) Horne and Bryan Arthur; and three great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents Theodore and Pearl Carbert
Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Vivian Priest 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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Arthur “Roy” Allen, beloved husband of Patricia Allen of Calgary, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2006 at the age of 78 years.
Roy was a long-time member of Al Azhar Shriners, the Willow Park Golf and Country Club, and the Shaw-nee Slopes Golf Course. Besides his loving wife Patricia, he is also survived by a daughter Luana Hook of Edmonton, AB; a son and daughter-in-law Bruce and Sharon Allen of DeWinton; five grandchildren, Corinne, Greg, Carrie, Kelly, and Colleen; and five great-grandchildren, Eliot, Oliver, Erin, Cheyenne, and Brandon. He is also survived by his brother and sister-in-law Ray and Eleanor Allen of Calgary.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Thursday, January 4, 2007 at 2:30 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian National Institute for the Blind, 15 Colonel Baker Place N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 4Z3 Telephone: (403) 261-7219.
In living memory of Roy Allen, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E. Telephone: (403) 256-9575.
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