William (Bill) O’Carroll, beloved husband of Marie O’Carroll of Calgary, passed away on Wednesday, January 30, 2008 at the age of 82 years.
Bill was a top real estate salesman in Calgary in the 1950′s and 60′s. He was a member of the Millionaire’s Club and spent his working career employed by Prudential Toole Peet Real Estate and Keith Homes. Bill was also an excellent athlete.
Besides his loving wife of fifty years, Bill is survived by his brother Rev. Patrick O’Carroll of Barefoot Bay, FL; his sister Sister Rita O’Carroll of Long Beach, CA; brother-in-law George and Angela Couture of Calgary; and numerous nieces and nephews in Ireland, England and Canada. He was predeceased by his brother Michael; and brothers-in-law, Anton, Gabriel, Andrew, Frank, and Raymond.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Friday, February 1, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Bonaventure Catholic Church (1600 Acadia Drive S.E.) on Saturday, February 2, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. 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 Alberta Cancer Foundation, c/o Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331 – 29 Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 4N2 Telephone: (403) 521-3433. A very special thanks to the staff of Chinook Hospice for their excellent care.
In living memory of Bill O’Carroll, 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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Shirley Wright, beloved wife of John R. Wright of Calgary passed away on Wednesday, January 30, 2008 at the age of 78 years.
Shirley was born in Detroit, Michigan. She was a loving and devoted wife and mother who dedicated her life to her family. Shirley served with the Girl Guides of Canada Movement for over fifteen years, retiring as an area commissioner.
Besides John, her loving husband of fifty-four years, Shirley is survived by three sons and two daughters-in-law, Allen and Dorthy Wright, Ronald and Waldi Wright and Timothy Wright, all of Calgary; grandchildren, Gerald, James, Christopher, Jessica (Collin), Ronald Jr., Tristin and Angelica. She is also survived by her brothers, Raymond, Gordon; her sisters, Ethel, Ann and Winnifred; special niece Kelly and her husband John as well as numerous other nieces, nephews and extended family members. Shirley was predeceased by two brothers, Arthur in WWII and Roy.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Saturday, February 2, 2008 at 11:30 a.m. A Private Family Graveside Service to follow at Eden Brook Memorial Gardens. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Alberta Lung Association, P.O. Box 4500, Station South, Edmonton, AB T6E 6K2 Telephone: 1 (888) 566 – 5864. www.ab.lung.ca.or to the Salvation Army, 420 – 9 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0R9 Telephone: (403) 410-1111, www.salvationarmy.org. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Shirley Wright, 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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Gloria Pauline Kinsella of Calgary passed away on Monday, January 28, 2008 at the age of 77 years.
Gloria was born on April 30, 1930 in Jamaica. She loved spending time with family and friends.
Gloria is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Pat and Jim Strome and her son David all of Calgary; four grandchildren, Krista Strome, Jon Strome, Brandon Kinsella and Avery Kinsella; a great-grandchild Caden Strome as well as numerous family in Ontario and Calgary. She was predeceased by her husband John.
A Private Family Service will be held at a later date in Ontario. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Gloria Kinsella, 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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Sylvia Anne (Bridel) Brown beloved wife of Pierre Salois of Calgary, passed away with her family by her side on Thursday, January 24, 2008 at the age of 52, after a courageous battle with leukemia.
Sylvia had a very positive outlook and so much love for her family and friends. She loved warm weather and palm trees. Sylvia is loved more then words could express and she will be with us in our hearts forever. She truly enjoyed her fulfilling career and co-workers at Bentall real estate services.
Sylvia leaves behind her loving family, friends and her two precious dogs Muy, Lobo far too soon. Forever remembering all she has taught us.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Monday February 4, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff in unit 51 and unit 57. In lieu of flowers, 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 Sylvia Brown, 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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Oliver, an only child was called home by our Creator on Saturday, January 26, 2008 at the age of 36 years.
Oliver was born and raised on the Stoney Reserve where he resided all his life. He received his education at Morley and Exshaw schools. He was a kind, gentle and loving person who loved the outdoors. At a young age he took an interest in all sports but his highlight was in boys steer riding and in team roping in later years. Oliver’s passion to be outdoors loved hunting, fishing and doing mechanical repairs. He is also known to be a good worker with different businesses in the surrounding areas of Cochrane and Calgary, in carpentry and construction, MD landscaping, McLean Sawmill, Calgary Co operators and various oil companies. Oliver believed and maintained Nakoda culture. For a number of years, he travelled to pow-wows with his uncles, the renowned “Stoney Park” drum group throughout Canada and the United States. His kind and loving ways will never be forgotten.
Oliver is survived by his four children, one son Tylen and three daughters; Stephanie, Seline and Charith, his mother Shirley, close uncles that he grew up with Vernneil, Jerome and Randall (Cynthia), Vernon (Adele), and cousins, Allison (Craig), Randi (Gabe), Cassidy, Stephan, Misty, Steven (Adrienne) and Todd and, maternal aunties; Tracy, Ruth , Darlene, Evangeline, Eldra (Brian), Lorraine (Marvin), Myrna, Marjorie, Carrie (Chris), Verl (Ralph), and uncles Coleman, Lenny, Harland, Greaves, Van (Eva), Joe, Gardener (Valerie), Jess (Winnifred), Dallen (Mary Jane), Marvin (Eleanor), Harvey (Geraldine), Laron and Ron Potts, grandparents; Cassie (Charlie), Mary Jane, Georgie, grandpa John, and numerous relatives, close cousins, nieces, nephews and friends in the Treaty 7 area. He is also survived by his father Glen (Brenda), brothers; Edwin, Brendan, sisters Miranda, Melvina (Wade), Evangeline, Deanna (Randy), Glenna, Karla (Larz), Brigitte, uncles Perry (Leanne), Sanford, Rufus (Roxanne), grandparents Margaret, Horace, Eddie and Elsi, adopted mother; Stella Powderface, adopted brother; Murphy and sisters Lorianne, Sherri, Bernadine and Karen, paternal aunties, Marlene, Cecelia (Jay), Elrina (Alex), Ora, Jeanette, Caroline, Felicia, Maxine and close cousins Carmy, Perry Jr., Karlo, Terry, Jessica, Alissa, Patrina, Miriam, Adina, Keenan, Brendal and numerous other cousins, nieces and nephews. We apologize if we have missed anyone. Oliver was predeceased by his wife Helen, maternal grandparents Lazarus Twoyoungmen (1969), Caroline Snow (2002), adoptive grandparents Jean Francis and John Poucette Sr., uncles Leon, Kirby, Fergus and Warren, brother Robert Hunter (2007); cousin Tylan Poucette January 27, 2008, adoptive brother Peter Powderface (2006), paternal great grandparents William (1991), Elizabeth (1977), brother Carlos (1976), cousins Corneilia (1976), Desi (1991), Joy nephew Percy (2004), niece Julia (2005).
Wake Services will be held at the residence Shirley Poucette (Morley, AB) on Thursday January 31, 2008 and Friday February 1, 2008 Funeral Services will be held at the Morley school gymnasium (Morley, AB) on Saturday February 2, 2008 at 12:30 p.m. Graveside Service to follow at Wesley Cemetery (Morley, AB). Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. Special thanks to the doctors and nurses at the Foothills Hospital ICU.
In living memory of Oliver Poucette, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Cochrane Funeral Home, 369 RAILWAY STREET, COCHRANE. Telephone: (403) 932-4740.
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Brian Hayes beloved spouse of Penny of Calgary, passed away on Sunday, January 27, 2008 at the age of 67 years
Brian was born in Montreal Quebec and moved to Calgary where he established his own furniture company in the mid eighties. He has many friends in the business and enjoyed his most recent business venture of which he shared with Penny. Brian played and coached football in his younger years and loved watching sports while enjoying his famous Montreal steamed hot dogs and French fries with his family. Brian’s heart never left Montreal and he will be returning to his heritage where he will be buried with his family later in the summer (a notification will be posted before the event so that all family and friends may pay their respects). We will truly miss his infectious fun loving attitude towards life.
Brian is survived by his spouse Penny, his son Michael Hayes, his wife Kim Hochstein and granddaughter Payton Dee Hayes currently living in London England, and son Patrick Francis Hayes of Calgary He will also be lovingly remembered by his siblings, Heather and Kenny Broden of Montreal, QC, Gary and Diane Hayes of Victoria, BC, Terry and Claire Hayes of Montreal, QC, Michael and Joan Hayes of Edmonton, AB and by numerous nieces, nephews and great friends. Brian was predeceased by his brother Kenneth Hayes and by his nephew Terry Broden and was the beloved son of the late Frank and Bernice Hayes.
“God speed”
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Monday, February 4, 2008 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Catholic Church (1307 – 14th Street S.W.) on Tuesday, February 5, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. Throughout Brian’s life, he constantly helped children and teens with issues and challenges. He had a capability to motivate and encourage people, even in the hardest of times. In respect for Brian, we suggest that in lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made directly to Ronald McDonald House Calgary, 1921 – 28 Street S.W., Calgary, AB T3E 2H1 Telephone: (403) 240-3000, www.rmhcalgary.org.
In living memory of Brian Hayes, 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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Louis (Lajos) Nagy, beloved husband of Elizabeth Nagy of Calgary, passed away on Wednesday, January 30, 2008 at the age of 84 years.
Louis was born December 9, 1923 in Tarodfa, Hungary. Louis was a veteran of World War II. He married Elizabeth Horvath in Hungary on May 28, 1950 and immigrated to Canada in 1957 arriving in Calgary on January 25. He was an artisan in cabinet making and enjoyed a long career at Calgary Millwork and Revelstoke Lumber. He will be remembered as a wonderful husband, father and grandfather.
Besides his loving wife Elizabeth, Louis is also survived by three daughters and sons-in-law; Liz and Ben Pat, Gail and Bela Kiss, and Eva and Ken Cudmore all of Calgary, seven grandchildren, Ryan (Barbara) Pat; Lisa Pat; Robert Kiss; Rebecca Kiss; Andrea Cudmore; Matthew Cudmore; Elliot Cudmore and one great-granddaughter Desiree Pat. He is also survived by four sisters Jolan (Julius) Mazalin of Calgary, Rose Borsodi of Calgary, Teresa Folyi of Austria, Elizabeth (Istvan) Endre of Hungary and numerous nieces and nephews. Louis was predeceased by his parents, three sisters and a brother.
A Gathering of Relatives and Friends will be held in the Reception Centre at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S, Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Saturday, February 2, 2008 at 2:30P.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 Louis Nagy, 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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Ken passed away comfortably on Wednesday, January 30, 2008 at his home after a lengthy illness. He was 64.
Ken was born in Saskatoon. He is survived by his wife of forty-four years Gwen; a son Brian (Melanie) Stogran of Calgary; two daughters, Heather (Allan) Schramm of Peace River and Holly Stogran (Deanna Wiebe) of Calgary; and his three adored grandchildren, Danielle Schramm of Calgary, Richard and Melissa Schramm of Peace River. He will be missed by two brothers-in-law, Doug Park of Prince George and Curly Morrow of Penticton, BC; as well as two sisters-in-law, Heather Mathiasen of Penticton and Anice Park of Saskatoon, SK; and numerous other relatives and dear friends. He was predeceased by his parents Rose and Dick Stogran.
A Celebration of Ken’s Life will be held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church (7 Sunmills Green S.E.) on Saturday, February 2, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In lieu of flowers, 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 to the charity of the donor’s choice. The family would like to thank Barb Kearnes of Home Care, Elizabeth, Eunice and Tim from We Care and Dr. David Falk for all their tremendous help and care.
In living memory of Ken Stogran, 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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Chuck Carlson of Calgary passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 26, 2008 at the age of 51 years.
Chuck is sadly missed by his mother Louise; sisters, Barbara and Monica (Rob); nieces, Kelsey and Whitney; good friends, Diane, Robin and Heather; and Robin’s sons, Ryan, Nicholas and Sean. He was predeceased by his father Peter Carlson in May 2005.
A Private family gathering in Chuck’s honour has been held. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, 6007 – 1A Street S.W., Calgary, AB T2H 0G5 Telephone: (403) 255-6108, www.kidney.ca.
In living memory of Chuck Carlson, 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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Loring Olmsted Lee, beloved husband of Ellen (Corey) Lee of Calgary for fifty-six years, died peacefully on Wednesday, January 30, 2008 at the age of 82 years.
Loring Lee was born in Pachuca, Mexico, the tenth of twelve children. He got his degree in geology from MIT in 1951 and worked as an exploration geophysicist in many parts of the world, and retired as Chief Geophysicist for PetroCanada in 1989. Loring enjoyed photography, travel and bowling with Stanley Park Lawn Bowling Club.
Loring is survived by his loving wife Ellen; sons Corey Lee of Calgary and David Lee and his wife Shiva of Andover, Massachusetts; and daughter Jennifer Lee Welsh and her husband Philip of London, England; grandchildren Justin Lee Dowling, Margaret Welsh, Michael Welsh and Darya Lee. He is also survived by his sisters Betty Wood of Seattle and Eleanor Earle of Baton Rouge as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorial Service will be held at St. Peter’s Anglican Church (903 – 75th Avenue South West) on Monday, February 4, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial tribute directly to L’Arche Foundation, 307 – 57th Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta T2H 2T6. funddevelopment@larchecalgary.org or to St. Peter’s Anglican Church, where Loring was an active member for many years. The family wishes to express deep gratitude to the staff on Unit 82 at the Rockyview General Hospital for their wonderful and generous care.
In living memory of Loring Lee, 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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