July 16, 1913 – September 30, 2009
Maggie Watz of Calgary passed away peacefully at the age of 96 years with her family by her side.
Maggie was born to Theodore and Marian Laturnus in Val Marie, Saskatchewan. The family later moved to Alberta where she met her husband, Martin Watz. The couple farmed in the Warburg area until they retired to Edmonton in 1969 before moving to Calgary in 2004.
Maggie is survived by her sons, Emery (Carol) Watz of Calgary, AB. and Kenneth (Carole) Watz of Qualicum Beach, BC; two brothers; five sisters; five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her parents; husband, Martin; three brothers and two sisters.
A special thank you to the staff at Bowview Manor for their kindness and care during her final years.
A Celebration of Life will be held in the spring. You may forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Maggie Watz, 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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December 16, 1924 – September 30, 2009
Bob Coll passed away peacefully on September 30, 2009 at the age of 84, after a lengthy illness.
He is survived by Dorothy, his loving wife of fifty-seven years; daughter Cathie (Denny); three sons, Bill, Bob Jr. and David (Linda); grandchildren, Falon, Dylan and Austin; and a sister Margaret. He was predeceased by brother William (killed in action during WWII) and sister Patricia.
Bob was born in Winnipeg. He enlisted in the army in 1942, saw action in Italy and participated in the Allied liberation of Holland. Bob married Dorothy Fernie on October 3, 1952 in Calgary. A career soldier and officer, he also served in Korea (as an observer of the United Nations’ peacekeeping efforts), Germany and Ontario, before settling in Calgary in 1967. As an officer, he trained soldiers at Currie and Harvie Barracks and retired with rank of Major in 1973. Upon “retirement”, he enjoyed a second career with the City of Calgary.
Bob’s hobbies included carpentry, stamp collecting and Canadian WWII history, but he loved his family most of all. He had a wonderful sense of humour and loved to make people laugh. He will be dearly missed.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Monday, October 5, 2009 at 2:30 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. The family would like to thank the staff of Wentworth Manor for the exceptional care he received during his illness.
In living memory of Bob Coll, 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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October 27, 1925 – September 30, 2009
John Westlake, beloved husband of Agnes Westlake of Calgary, passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 at the age of 83 years.
Besides his loving wife of sixty years, John is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Jim and Leslie Westlake; daughter and son-in-law, Kathy and Blaine Gregory; grandchildren, Alyssa, Krysten, Joce, and Ryan. He was predeceased by his parents, John and Jensina Westlake and his sister Winnifred Woods.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Monday, October 5, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be concelebrated at Sacred Heart Catholic Church (1307 – 14th Street S.W.) on Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. Graveside Service to follow at Eden Brook Memorial Gardens. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of John Westlake, 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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April 22, 1946 – September 29, 2009
Willy Tchir of Calgary passed away suddenly on Tuesday, September 29, 2009 at the age of 63 years.
Willy is survived by her children Tara Tchir of London, ON and Chris Tchir of Calgary; her partner Ron Hellard; four brothers, Charlie (Shirley), Martin (Leslie), Joseph (Donna), and Herman; four sisters, Marie (Chuck) Napier, Nellie Hodgkinson, Joan (Mark), and Sylvia and their families. She was predeceased by her husband Metro Tchir in 1988 and her parents, John and Katie deBruyn.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Saturday, October 3, 2009 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Sunday, October 4, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Willy Tchir, 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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November 8, 1942 – September 29, 2009
After surviving lung cancer for fourteen years, Jason lost the battle through heart failure at the age of 66. He fought his best fight.
Jason was a true “renaissance man”. He lived life as a cowboy, athlete, avid golfer, accomplished writer, respected businessman, and a fast driver. Above all, he treasured time with his family.
Sadly mourning his loss is his loving wife Connie; daughters, Deborah Meechan and Laurelei Jason; grandchildren, Jordan (Amanda) Meechan, Dree Meechan and Janielle Jason; great-grandson Kale Meechan; and nine siblings. Jason was predeceased by his son Justin Jarrod Jason; his parents Peter and Margaret; and six siblings.
Funeral Services will be held at Christ Church Elbow Park (3602 – 8th Street S.W.) on Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at 1:30 p.m. Graveside Service to follow at Eden Brook Memorial Gardens. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Jason Braun, 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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November 19, 1969 – September 29, 2009
Claudette Blais of Calgary, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2009 at the age of 39 years.
Claudette is survived by her father Jean Paul Blais, and two brothers, Andre and Pierre. Claudette was predeceased by her mother Vallerie.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Crowfoot Chapel (82 CROWFOOT CIRCLE N.W.), on Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. You may forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Liver Foundation, 309, 1010 – 1st Avenue N.E., Calgary AB T2E 7W7 Telephone: 403-276-3390, 1 (888) 557-5516, www.liver.ca.
In living memory of Claudette Blais, 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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February 23, 1924 – September 28, 2009
Mr. Francesco Lavorato beloved husband of Maddalena, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2009 at the Rockyview Hospital at the age of 85 years. He was surrounded by his family.
Francesco was born in San Martino di Finita, Italy and moved to Calgary on November 6, 1959 to fulfill his dreams of creating a better life for him and his family. He loved being around his family and spending time outdoors in his garden, as well as fishing and hunting.
Francesco is survived by his loving wife Maddalena; his son Nicola (Ida) Lavorato; daughter Mirella (Bruno) Milos; his grandchildren, Maddalena (Chris) Fry, Francesco, Claudia, Antonio and Davide. He is also survived by his two sisters, Natalina and Rosa (Gennaro), and sister in-law Sistina Lavorato, all of Italy. He was predeceased by his parents and brother, Luciano Elmiro, also of Italy.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S, Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Friday, October 2, 2009 at 7:30 p.m.
Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at Corpus Christi Catholic Church (Corner of 4th Street and Northmount Drive N.W.) on Saturday, October 3, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Francesco Lavorato, 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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July 3, 1927 – September 28, 2009
Jan Derwich passed away on Monday, September 28, 2009 at the age of 82 years.
Jan was born in Suchorzew, Poland. In 1953 he married Margarete in Poland and then emigrated from Germany in 1966 to come to Calgary. Jan worked in the steel industry for most of his life. His biggest passion in life was his family and building his cabin on the Kootenay Lake in British Columbia.
Besides his loving wife Margarete, Jan is survived by his children, Barbara, Ingrid (Jerzy) Swiatkiewicz, Elisabeth (Phillip) Gregory; grandchildren, Kyle and Robert; brother Edmund; sister Ola of Poland; and numerous relatives in Poland and Germany.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Thursday, October 1, 2009 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at Our Lady Queen of Peace (2111 Uxbridge Drive N.W.) on Friday, October 2, 2009 at 11:30 a.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.
A special thank you to the staff of Rockyview Emergency and Unit 71; for their care and kindness for our husband and father.
In living memory of Jan Derwich, 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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November 27, 1950 – September 28, 2009
Ferdinand Van Poeteren, beloved husband of Leiwah Van Poeteren of Calgary, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2009 at the age of 58 years.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Friday, October 2, 2009 at 2:30 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Ferdinand Van Poeteren, 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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September 18, 1928 – September 28, 2009
Ilene Ternes, beloved wife of Joe Ternes of Calgary, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2009 at the age of 81 years.
Besides her loving husband of 59 years Joe, Ilene is survived by her children, Linda and Barry Tetz of Beiseker, Joanne Van Every of Calgary, Cindy and Greg Westwood of Port McNeill, BC and Joe and Tamara Ternes of Okotoks; eight grandchildren, Jay, Callie, Krista, Scott, Ryan, Lindsey, Michelle and Colin; great-granddaughter Saidah; three sister, Lauretta, Lucille and Madeline and two brothers, Francis and Paul. Ilene was predeceased by her sister Annie and brothers George and Ray; son-in-law John Van Every and grandson Troy Berg.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Saturday, October 3, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Ilene Ternes, 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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