Rene died peacefully surrounded by her family.
It’s been a long and sometimes strange journey through Alzheimer’s Disease, and along the way she received excellent care from many people.
The family sincerely thanks all of them for their compassion and kindness. In keeping with Rene’s wishes there will be no Funeral Service. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Rene Cowling, 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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Angela Belvedere passed away peacefully in her sleep, into the arms of our Lord on Tuesday, October 30, 2007 at the age of 68 years. She was born in Celzi di Forino, Avellino, Italy. Angela had always lived life with enthusiasm, energy and much love.
Angela leaves behind in deepest imaginable sorrow her devoted husband Pellegrino; sons Nino, Ronny and Marcello; daughters-in-law, Liliana and Shannon; three grandchildren, Michael, Lauren and Daniel; one brother, six sisters and a multitude of loving relatives and friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church (400 Edmonton Trail N.E.) on Friday, November 2, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church on Saturday, November 3, 2007 at 11.30 a.m. Graveside Service to follow at Queen’s Park Mausoleum. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 200, 119 – 14th Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6 Telephone: (403) 264-5549, www.heartandstroke.ca. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Angela Belvedere, 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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Bernita Holden, beloved wife of John Holden of Calgary, passed away on Monday, October 29, 2007 at the age of 71 years.
Bernita was born July 11, 1936 in Regina, SK and grew up on the family farm near Preeceville, SK. She moved to Saskatoon to attend University. After graduating with a business diploma she managed the Saskatchewan Office of the Progressive Conservative Party. After marrying, she moved to Regina and managed an architect’s office and later stayed home to raise a family. She was very involved in Girl Guides and loved the outdoors. She especially enjoyed gardening, camping and walking in Fish Creek Park while looking for the first crocus of spring.
Bernita passed away after a 10 month battle with cancer. She leaves to mourn her husband of 45 years, John; a son, Bill (Jana); and daughter, Margaret (Bryan); as well as three grandchildren. She will be missed beyond words.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Monday, November 5, 2007 at 2:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Chinook Hospice, 1261 Glenmore Trail S.W., Calgary AB T2V 4Y8, Telephone: (403) 258-0040. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Bernita Holden, 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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Clara Patterson, formerly of Calgary passed away in Grande Cache, AB on Thursday, October 25, 2007 at the age of 94 years.
Clara is survived by her sister and brother-in-law Florence and Tom Blair; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her five brothers James, Donald, Lorne, Harvey and George; and her three sisters, Mabel, Beatrice and Fern.
A Celebration of Clara’s Life will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S, Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Saturday, November 3, 2007 at 1:30 p.m. Graveside Service to follow at Queen’s Park Cemetery. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Clara Patterson, 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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Kenneth Russell Lovo, beloved husband of the late Rosie Lovo of Calgary, passed away on Sunday, October 28, 2007 at the age of 86 years.
Ken was born near Glentworth, SK where he lived until his teen years, subsequently residing in Woodrow, SK where he soon met his soul-mate, Rosie Crooks. They were married in 1942. He was stationed in the Air Force during the war and then moved to Kincaid, SK until 1964, when Calgary became home. He was a brilliant mechanic and had a wonderful sense of humour. He loved playing the piano, singing hymns and love songs, making powerful speeches at weddings and family reunions, building eleven grandfather clocks for his loved ones, but more than anything, Ken loved his family and friends with every ounce of his being. He will be sorely missed.
Ken is lovingly remembered by his two sons, Rus Lovo of Lafleche, SK; Glen Lovo of Lafleche, SK; his daughter Vivian Lovo and her fiancé Rick Berkley of Calgary, AB; ten grandchildren; and seventeen great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his five sisters, Ethel, Vera, Florence, Norma and Hazel; and his brother Bob. Ken was predeceased by his beloved wife and soul-mate, Rosie; his daughter Dawnna; his daughter-in-law Linda; his mother and father Grace and Olaf; his sisters Helen and Fern; and his brothers Calvin and Don.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S, Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Saturday, November 3, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 200, 119-14th Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6 Telephone: (403) 264-5549, www.heartandstroke.ca.
In living memory of Ken Lovo, 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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Giovina Santarelli of Calgary passed away on Tuesday, October 30, 2007 at the age of 103 years.
Giovina was a remarkable lady of exceptional quality and beauty. When war broke out in Europe, the horizon didn’t look very bright. With her husband in North Africa War Theatre (Sahara Desert), she was left alone with four frightened children of ages five, eight, eleven, and thirteen. Soon, they had to evacuate their home in the city of Chieti, Italy. She had no time for hesitation. Summoning her strength, audacity and good will, she marched forth as Sergeant, ahead of the youngest working squad in the farm fields and achieved great recognition from other working groups. When the War had finally ended, the family was reunited, but hard times were still there. She continually sacrificed herself so her family could be comfortable.
Dearest Giovina, we salute you with dignity and respect. You have paved the rough and blessed road and have done so much for all of us younger, who came later. We feel proud to follow in your foot steps and keep the traditions going that were so important to you.
With honour, we will always remember the IRON LADY with that special, unforgettable smile that has touched our lives forever. We love you Giovina.
Giovina will be sadly missed by her family Tony, her only son; daughters, Rose and husband Rinaldo Antenucci, Yolanda and husband Thomas Scurti and Maria Memme; nine grandchildren; and sixteen great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Giovani and son-in-law Dominic Memme.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Thursday, November 1, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Corpus Christi Catholic Church (Corner of 4th Street and Northmount Drive N.W.) on Friday, November 2, 2007 at 2:30 p.m. Graveside Service to follow in “St. Joseph’s Section” at Queen’s Park Cemetery. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Giovina Santarelli, 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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Maria Van Biezen, beloved wife of Bart Van Biezen of Calgary, passed away on Saturday, October 27, 2007 at the age of 82 years.
Maria was born in The Hague, Holland on March 11, 1925. She also resided in Caracus, Venezuela from 1949 to 1951, prior to moving to Calgary with her husband.
Maria is survived by her husband Bart and daughter and son-in-law Marjan and Roger Keats, and her grandson Richard. Maria was predeceased by her daughter Margriet and son Bart Jr.
At Maria’s request there will be no formal services held. 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 or Doctors without Borders 333 7th Avenue, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10001-5004. 1-888-392-0392 or make donations online at www.doctorswithoutborders.org. Special thanks go to the staff at the Foothills Medical Centre for their kindness and compassion.
In living memory of Maria Van Biezen 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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Nan Coulter, of Calgary Alberta, passed away peacefully at the Foothills Hospital early Sunday morning, October 28, 2007 at the age of 88 years. As a secretary, housewife and mother, Nan’s unwavering faith and resolve encouraged both family and friends.
Born in Glasgow, Scotland in 1919 to Mary and Robert Jarvis, Nan was part of that generation that was affected by both the First and Second World Wars. Nan and her two older sisters lost their father in 1920 after serving in WWI. Their mother died in 1928 when Nan was just eight. This left Nan and her sisters orphaned, and in the care of an aunt. They ran away a few years later and landed on the doorstep of a dear friend of their mother’s, Mrs. Logan, who took them into her home. Through a pension of her father’s, Nan was able to attend Notre Dame High School in Glasgow and went on to Gregg’s College for shorthand. Nan wasn’t afraid of work and often had two or three jobs at the same time. This allowed Nan to support herself from an early age and develop a passion for ballroom dancing. In 1943, Nan met John Coulter and they were married in early 1945. They began raising a family with warm optimism, hard work, and the newspaper business, as John rejoined the Scottish Daily Express in Glasgow. However, in 1962, a tragic accident took John, and Nan had to rely on her strength and hard work to raise her children. An old friend quickly offered Nan a clerical position in a betting shop. Her honesty and rigid rules on decorum quickly changed her surroundings into one of pleasant friendship between Nan and her customers. Eventually Nan returned to secretarial work and she enjoyed the challenge of a legal office. The urge to branch out into her own business was satisfied when she became one of the few females to own a licensed betting shop. Her future endeavours were many and varied. Nan was an active member of St. Ninian’s Parish in Glasgow, and helped on many occasions to raise funds for one cause or another. One of Nan’s admirers during WWII was a young flier from Canada who sparked her interest and yearning for this far off land. At the age of sixty-one Nan immigrated into Canada, finally accomplishing that dream from her early twenties. She retired from the City of Calgary Law Department Claims Division nine years later. Nan’s commitment to her faith led her to become an associate in the Sisters of Providence in Calgary, an RCIA instructor, a Pastoral Care worker, a Lecture and a Eucharistic Minister at St. Francis and Sacred Heart churches. In 1999, it became clear that Nan’s memory was in trouble and in 2004, she moved into care at Bow View Manor. Although Nan began to tire easily she kept her dignity, her quick wit, and recognition of family and friends to the end.
Nan was predeceased by John in 1962, sons Carson in 1947 and Stephen in 1987, and sister Cathy in 1959. She is survived by her sister Mary, aged ninety-two; children Louise and Iain; Louise’s husband Bruce, and Iain’s wife Heather and their daughters Alison and Fiona.
Our family wishes to thank sincerely the staff of Bow View Manor for their kindness and care shown to Nan during her stay. They are truly dedicated individuals who go out of their way to help others. Our thanks also go to the staff at the Foothills Hospital who made Nan’s passing peaceful.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Holy Name Catholic Church (2223 – 34 Street S.W., Calgary) on Thursday evening, November 1, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. where we will pray for and eulogize Nan. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Name Catholic Church (2223 – 34th Street S.W.) on Friday, November 2, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. with a reception to follow in the Church Hall. This will be followed at 3:00 p.m. by a nice drive into the countryside, to be met by a piper (remember your tissues), and a Graveside Service at Eden Brook Memorial Gardens, (17 Ave S.W. and Lower Springbank Road, Calgary). Rides will be available for those who don’t drive.
If friends so desire memorial tributes, in lieu of flowers, may be made directly to the Holy Name Building Fund, 2223 – 34 Street S.W., Calgary T2E 2W2. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Nan Coulter, 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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Jeneanne Ingrid Murphy, beloved wife of Jerry Murphy of Calgary passed away on Monday, October 29, 2007 at the age of 42 years.
Jeneanne was born on February 24, 1965 in Nova Scotia. She lived in Halifax, Winnipeg and Calgary, and was employed at Hemisphere Gifts until becoming ill in early 2006.
Besides her loving husband Jerry, she is also survived by her children Jason, Nathan, Cassandra, Dakota and Brianne. Jeneanne was predeceased by her parents.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Eastside Memorial Chapel (5388 Memorial Drive N.E.) on Friday, November 2, 2007 at 2:30 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the “Underwear Affair” Fundraising Event, in care of the Alberta Cancer Board (Phone: (780) 643-4500 Fax: (780) 643-4446 info@cancerboard.ab.ca Suite 1500, Sun Life Place
10123 -99 Street Edmonton, Alberta T5J 3H1.
In living memory of Jeneanne Murphy, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Eastside Memorial Chapel, 5388 MEMORIAL DRIVE N.E. Telephone: (403) 248-8585
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dennis Woods of Calgary at the age of 69 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Dennis worked as a Millwright at the CPR Ogden Shops until his retirement in 1991 and more recently could be seen around western Canada with his M&M Meat Shops companion “Max the Bull”. Dennis touched many lives and will be lovingly remembered as a gentle and hard working man.
He is survived by his beloved wife of forty-six years, Sylvia and their children Jeff (Kerri) Woods and Jackie (Kevin) Gruber; his grandchildren Stephanie, Torri, Tayden and Jordan; his brother Al (Elaine) and family; and numerous extended family and friends. Dennis was predeceased by his grandson Jacee Dennis in 1996.
Funeral Services will be held at Northminster United Church (3311 Centre Street North) on Friday, November 2, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to the staff of the Rosedale Hospice. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Rosedale Hospice #920 – 7A Street NW, Calgary, AB T2M 3J3 Telephone: (403) 284 – 5195. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Dennis Woods, 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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