Michael White Eagle passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, November 24, 2008.
He was born on April 28, 1942 at the Blackfoot Hospital, and later attended the Old Sun Boarding School. While there he enjoyed participating in a variety of sports such as boxing, hockey, and gymnastics, as well as survival corps and other activities. Residential School was a very difficult time in Michael’s life. He was very humble, respectable man who was one of the last to know some of the Traditional Holy Songs.
Michael married Roberta Iron Shirt, and they made Indian dolls together, including a special one for Pope John Paul. Michael began Pow-Wow singing in his teen years, and later was known as one of the “Big 4”drummers. He travelled to Saskatchewan, BC, and the United States to sing at Pow-Wows and Gatherings. Michael believed strongly in his traditional way of life. We enjoyed listening to his stories.
He will be greatly missed by his daughters Micheline (Andrew), Michele (Brian), Leann (Bradley) and adopted daughter April White Eagle. He also leaves to mourn his brothers, Glen (Delphine), Donny (Jenny), Marvin (Delia), Dexter (Marie), Dion (Marsha), Rene (Laurie); adopted brothers, Paul Melting Tallow and Melvin Solway; numerous nieces and nephews, grand and great grandchildren; and extended families of Healy, Scalplock, White Elk, Sun Walk, Backfat, Medicine Traveller, Yellow Fly, Calf, Peace Maker, Brass, Black Plume, and Nepoose. The family apologizes for anyone we may have missed. Michael was predeceased by his daughter Debbie White Eagle; parents Cyril Notuseful and Josephine Peace Maker; brothers Wayne, Gerri; sisters Joyce, Loreen; grandchildren Lainey, Kyfer and Angela; auntie Mary Nepoose; uncle Mike Kipp; and grandfather Jack Kipp.
Wake Services will be held at the Siksika Community Center on Monday December 1, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at the Siksika Community Center (Siksika Nation, AB) on Tuesday, December 2, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Graveside Service to follow at Paul Little Walker. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. A special thank you is extended to the staff at Siksika Elders Lodge, Siksika Home Care, Ruth Scalp Lock, Margaret Water Chief for her many prayers, Barry Yellow Fly, and Darrin Blaine.
In living memory of Michael White Eagle, a tree will be planted at Siksika Nation by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Eastside Memorial Chapel, 5388 MEMORIAL DRIVE N.E. Telephone: (403) 248-8585.
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Colleen Knudtson a.k.a Marianna Perry, 63, of Calgary, Alberta has most decidedly left the building, passing peacefully on Thursday, November 27th after brief struggle with cancer.
Colleen was born February 3rd, 1945 in Barrie, Ontario into the loving embrace of father Solan "Bud" Albert Richards and mother Ruth Richards (nee Hamilton), as well as siblings Joyce, Gaye, Beth, and Bruce. She married (and was later divorced from) Merril Knudtson, and bore two sons, Connell (Con) and Theodore (Ted). Studying at the University of Alberta and later the University of Calgary, Colleen earned a Bachelor’s Degree in English and a Master’s Degree in History with a baby on each hip.
Throughout her all too brief life, Colleen experienced both great joy and terrible tragedy, successes and failures, love and loneliness, times of celebration, and periods of profound sorrow. She braved it all with a depth of faith, a fierce independence, and a level of courage that continues to inspire those fortunate enough to have known her. Colleen made friends easily, held strong opinions and beliefs, and actively pursued her dreams, from attending Seminary in Saskatoon, to studying with Coretta Scott King in Atlanta, to traveling to her ancestral homeland of Scotland, and much more.
A memorial Service will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Tuesday, December 2nd, 2008 at 2:00 PM. For more information, please call: (403) 616-0357. In lieu of flowers, well-wishers are encouraged to call a long-lost friend and take them out for supper, or make a donation to a women’s’ support organization/charity of their choice.
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Albert passed away peacefully in his 88th year in the loving embrace of his family at Rockyview General Hospital on November 27, 2008.
Beloved husband to his cherished wife, Doris, each most precious to the other for 63 years, their love is eternal.
Born in Conquest, Saskatchewan, Al was a veteran of WW II serving in the Royal Canadian Air Force in the 39th Reconnaissance Wing. In this capacity he was an instrument of deliverance to those held in Belsen and to a world gripped by tyranny. He worked as an electrician through four decades at Lawson and Jones Ltd in London, Ontario. There he and Doris raised their children: Allen, Susan and John. He remains a part of them. A special blessing to Albert was his son-in-law, Susan’s husband, Gary Melanson who has enhanced Mr. Barr’s life immeasurably. Retiring to Victoria and Calgary Al was content, revelling in his seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren. However poor health, uninvited, dogged him increasingly yet he was patient, constructive and positive. Throughout his life his faith, integrity, selflessness and humour never wavered.
The family wishes to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at Rockyview General Hospital.
A Memorial Service will be held at Southview Alliance Church at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, December 2, 2008. In lieu of flowers donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
In living memory of Albert Barr, 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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Arnold George Russell beloved husband of Pamela of Springbank, AB, lost a courageous battle with cancer and passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on November 27, 2008 at the age of 64 years.
Arnold was born in Ottawa, ON to Mary Verna (nee Foster) and Arnold George Russell Sr. He later graduated from the University of New Brunswick in 1966 from Surveying Engineering. His degree took him to the prairies, there he met and married the love of his life, Pamela Tania (nee Knox). Arnie, always the engineer, had a home project on the go to keep himself and Pam engaged in life and laughter. A dedicated man to his family and friends, he was also a loyal golf and hockey buddy. He always had time for a walk with “Wee Geordie” and more than enough energy and enthusiasm for his duties as ringmaster at Spruce Meadows.
Arnold is survived by his loving wife, Pam; daughters, Tracy (Jay) Craig and Christine Russell (David Costello); grand-daughters, McKenna Rayne and Morgan Scout; grand-son, Oliver Aidan Arnold; brother, David (Margot) Russell; sister, Nancy (Gerald) Smith; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and their families.
Memorial Services will be held Springbank United Church (250011 Range Road 33, Calgary) on Monday, December 1, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
Following the service, there will be a Celebration of Arnie’s Life at the Springbank Golf Links (125 Hackamore Trail, Calgary). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made directly to the charity of your choice.
In living memory of Arnold Russell, 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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Alfred Harry Bender, beloved husband of Evelyn Bender, passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2008 at the age of 65 years.
Besides his loving wife Evelyn, Alfred is also survived by his brothers, Walter, John, Frank, and Stan Bender and Ed Chenard; his sister Ellen Bertram; as well as numerous nephews and nieces.
A Memorial Service will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Friday, December 5, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Alfred Bender, 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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Ming Shek Leong, beloved husband of Sue Leong, passed away on Monday, November 24, 2008 at the age of 77 years.
Ming was born in Yinping Guangdong, China and immigrated to Vauxhall, Alberta, Canada on September.1, 1953. He first worked with his uncle Johnny and then started with the Bow River Irrigation district, as his initial introduction to the culinary arts. In 1957, he started his first joint business venture, the Modern Café in the town of Vauxhall. He happily married Sue on April.22, 1959. Soon afterwards, his three sons were born in Taber, Alberta. Continuing residing in the small town of Vauxhall, he built and opened his first own restaurant called Ming’s Restaurant in 1977. In 1994, he sold the restaurant and decided to move closer to his three sons. His dedication, passion and determination to ensure his overall family’s success brought him to Calgary in 1995. Ming’s commitment to the family business Melrose Café in Calgary has been unwavering.
His contribution to his extended family in China was his commitment to sponsor and support them in their immigration into Canada. He has proudly helped over sixty families come to Canada for a better life. His numerous consistent donations for charity both in Canada and in China has helped countless people. His love for children even had him donate a full orchestra of instruments to a school in the village in China where he was brought up. Ming enjoyed educating himself by reading newspapers about events all around the world. He was a truly dedicated Sports fan.
Every person that has ever met Ming Leong know of his generosity, kindness and unconditional love for everyone around him.
Ming is survived by his loving wife Sue Leong. Ming is also survived by his children, Kent and Megan, Wayne and Jammie, and Gene and Sharla; grandchildren, Brandon, Erica, Jonathan, Sydney, Briar and Whitney; close family members, Fay and Rose; as well as numerous extended family in Canada, United States and China. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Monday, December 1, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Graveside Service to follow at Queen’s Park Cemetery. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Ming Leong, 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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In her hundredth year our dear and much loved mother, grandma, and great-grandma, Eileen Malloch passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 26, 2008 at the age of 99 years.
Eileen is survived by her daughters, and sons-in-law, Shirley and Richard Fillo, and Gwenn and Mike Brusset; son Doug (Denise); grandchildren, Diane, David, Lori, Brian, Jackie, Jennifer, Satara, Alana; great-grandchildren, Danielle, Renae and Glen McArthur, Kyle, Mark and Logan Fillo, Katie and Ellen Sattler, Camille and Max Fillo and Quinn Malloch. She is also survived by nieces, nephews and other relatives; as well as her adopted family Vijay and Hari Kapil and their families. She was predeceased by her husband Fred, and her siblings. Eileen was a wonderful caring person who will be dearly missed by her family, friends and the PEO Sisters of Calgary Chapter B.
A Celebration of Eileen’s Life will be held at St. Matthew’s United Church (2039 – 26A Street S.W.) on Tuesday, December 2, 2008 at 2:00 p.m.
Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the P.E.O. Sisterhood, 343 Parkland Way S.E., Calgary, AB, T2J 4L1, or to Young Life of Canada, c/o Calgary Fish Creek Branch, 32 Hanover Road S.W., Calgary, AB, T2V 3J5. The family would like to thank the staff at Royal Park Manor for the loving, compassionate and professional care provided over the last five years to Eileen.
In living memory of Eileen Malloch, 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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It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to Karen, our bright ray of sunshine Karen was born to Hugh and Lue Wilson in Wetaskawin, Alberta.
Karen loved adventure and travel. She had extremely fond memories of her years in Turkey and all the fun adventures she had with her family and friends there. Karen had many friends and loved to spend time with them traveling, skiing, hiking, golfing, sharing a meal, or just sitting on the deck with a glass of wine at the lake enjoying their company.
Karen went to school at the University of Alberta to become a registered nurse. After she raised her children she used her nursing degree to start a business with her friend Carol Perkins in the health and wellness field with Mobil Oil. Many people all over Alberta learned to look after their backs with the back care program that she created.
During the last year of her illness, Karen took to redesigning the cabin in order to create space for her growing family. She oversaw a large renovation project which she was able to see completed. Karen faced her illness with the same determination, strength and humour that she did with everything in her life. A special thanks to Dr. Ainsley and staff at the Peter Lougheed Hospital research program who helped Karen understand her disease and gave her hope.
She is survived by her loving husband, dance partner, and best friend of fifty-one years Bev Loney. She leaves behind her children, Heather Spackman and her husband Doug, and Hugh Loney and his wife Anna. Karen cherished all of her grandchildren, Josh, Dani, Michael, Rachel, and baby Kyle, who will deeply miss their time at the lake with their Gran. She also leaves her sister Bess Marshall and brother-in-law Ralph; two nieces, Karen and Jody; as well as Bev’s brothers, Barry and Adrian and their families. She will be missed by her cousin Fred Wilson who was her close friend and confidant since childhood.
A Memorial Service will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Saturday, November 29, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Karen’s honour 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.
In living memory of Karen Loney, 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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Barry Hugh Fisher, long-time partner of Murray Garnett of Calgary, passed away suddenly on Thursday, November 27, 2008 at the age of 46 years. Barry loved life. His great sense of humour made him the consummate practical joker and prankster. He had a passion for gardening, fishing, cooking, organizing family get-togethers and dinner with friends. And his favourite holiday? Of course, Halloween. Barry had the biggest heart although he could also be crusty at times. He was there for everyone – whether they wanted it or not. Barry is survived by his parents Bud and Thelma (nee Desnomie) Fisher; siblings, Randy (Mary-Ann) Fisher, Debbie Fisher and Laurie (Dale) Schwab; in-laws Ann Garnett, Richard Garnett, Coleen (Lorne) Kelndorfer, and Michael Garnett as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is also survived by his little “boy” Eddie and little “girl” Sierra; and numerous friends who were his family as well. Barry was predeceased by his brother Gordon Fisher in 1998. A Celebration of Barry’s Life will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Tuesday, December 2, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to The Calgary Humane Society, 4455 – 110th Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2C 2T7, Telephone: (403)205-4455, www.calgaryhumane.ca, the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of Canada, 3100, 246 Stewart Green S.W., Calgary AB T3H 3C8 Telephone: (1-888) 884-2232, the Canadian Diabetes Association, #204, 2323 – 32nd Avenue N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 6Z3 Telephone: (403) 266-0620, ext. 112, www.diabetes.ca, or 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 Barry Fisher, 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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Al Teuling beloved husband of Viola passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2008 at the age of 73 years.
Al was born in Almkerk, The Netherlands, on November 17, 1935. As a young twelve year old boy, he immigrated to Canada in 1948 with his family. Al worked on the family farm in Picture Butte until he made the move to Calgary in 1951. It was here he met his wife Sylvia and started his family. Al worked for the City Of Calgary Transit for over thirty years. He remarried in 1997 to Viola and welcomed his new extended family. During his lifetime, he embraced the brethren of the Masonic Order. Since 1977, Al held various offices including; Master of Calgary Lodge 1984, District Deputy Grand Master of District 6 1986-87, Manager of Calgary Masonic Temple 1998 to the present date. Al was an extremely passionate, dedicated Mason and enjoyed the fellowship of the craft until his passing. The highlight of his Masonic Career was the raising of his son Michael to the rank of Master Mason in 2005.
Besides his loving wife Viola; Al is survived by his children, Glenn and his wife Heather, Allan and Brenda, Michael and his wife Dawn, Nada Ceklic, Lora and her husband Mark Hamilton and Nik and his wife Dana Ceklic; grandchildren, Clifford, Greggory, Brooklyne, Adam, Luke and Ned; his brother Jake and wife Tonia; sisters, Betty and her husband Pete Sybrandy and Carol and her husband Bill Hengst; as well as numerous extended family. He will be missed by the brethren of the Masonic Lodge and concordant lodges. Al was predeceased by his first wife Sylvia Doreen and his parents Grietje and Jan Gerrit Teuling.
A Memorial Service will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Wednesday, December 3, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. The family would like to thank Agape Hospice, their wonderful staff, and especially Dr. Jeremy deBruyn for the special care and attention given to Al over the last few weeks.
If friends and family so desire donations may be made to Masonic Bursary Foundation 330 12 Avenue S.W., Calgary, AB, T2R 0H2 Telephone: (403) 262-1140 or to the charity of the donors choice.
In living memory of Albertus Teuling, 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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