Olive Winnick passed away peacefully with family by her side on Thursday, January 4, 2007 at the age of 94 years.
A beautiful young lady entered this world on January 23, 1912. Martha Olive Akre was born in Yellow Medicine County, Clarkfield, Minnesota to Carl and Bertha Akre. In the summer of 1912 Olive and her family moved to Alberta, homesteading in the New Brigden area. Olive rode her beloved pony Fanny to school past the giant heaps of buffalo bones on the prairies. Olive met and married Corp. Bill Winnick R.C.M.P. in 1929. When Bill retired they bought their first Marshall Wells Hardware... (Read complete obituary here)
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Antonio Cordeiro, beloved husband of Marieta of Calgary passed away on January 4, 2007 at the age of 73 years.
Antonio was born on June 23, 1933 in Sao Miguel, Acores. He married Marieta in February of 1960, and together they came to Calgary in 1970. Antonio worked in the concrete business until retiring in 1985. He enjoyed listening to music, and taking care of his automobiles. He loved being with friends and family, especially his grandchildren.
Antonio is survived by his loving wife Marieta; daughter and son-in-law Lucy and John Coelho of Calgary; granddaughters Sandra and Tracy. He will... (Read complete obituary here)
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Stephen Shevkenek, beloved husband of Margaret Shevkenek of Calgary, passed away on January 4, 2007 at the age of 88.
Stephen was born January 8, 1919 and raised in Rhein, Saskatchewan. He moved to the Peace River Country during the war to help build the Alaska Highway. While there, he met the love of his life, Margaret Alexander, and they married on November 1, 1943. Stephen enjoyed a career as an entrepreneur, businessman and salesman. He proudly raised his family in Fort St. John, B.C., and spent the last thirty years in Calgary.
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It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts we announce the passing of our father Battista Barberio (Nonno Batti), of Calgary, surrounded by his children, following a courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, January 4, 2007 at the age of 74 years.
Battista was born on December 1, 1932 in San Giovanni In Fiore. He immigrated to Calgary with his wife Maria in 1959 in search of opportunity and prosperity for themselves, their children and future grandchildren. He soon mastered the art of bricklaying and thus started his own company, “Barberio Masonary”. Nonno Batti appreciated the... (Read complete obituary here)
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Lena “Helen” Jaworenko, of Calgary, passed away on Thursday January 4, 2007, at the age of 67 years.
Helen was born on February 5, 1939 in Vidir, MB, where she also attended school. She married William in August of 1957 in Winnipeg. Helen owned and operated a taxi business in Ear Falls, ON, until the mid 1980′s when she moved to Calgary to be closer to her family.
Helen will be lovingly remembered by four sons, Ken and Denise Jaworenko of Calgary, Duane Jaworenko of Cranbrook, BC, Don Jaworenko of Ear Falls, ON, and Darrell Jaworenko; two daughters, Adeline Jaworenko of Calgary... (Read complete obituary here)
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Jeannette Adeline Kluck beloved wife of Al of Olds, passed away on January 1, 2007 at the age of 76 years.
Jeannette was very involved with the Catholic School System, the Catholic Church and the Catholic Women’s League (C.W.L.) at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Kamloops, BC. She enjoyed making country crafts and wreaths from grape vines. Jeannette enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren.
Besides her loving husband Al, Jeannette is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Greg and Elaine Clarke, and Martin and Debra Kluck all of Calgary; two daughters and sons-in-law,... (Read complete obituary here)
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Paul Houghton of Calgary passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2007 at the age of 53 years.
Paul was born on November 26, 1953 in Prince Rupert, BC and grew up in Burnaby, BC. He had numerous challenges and dealt with them. Paul moved to Calgary in the mid seventies and worked as a carpenter and electrician. He loved cooking and the outdoors, especially fishing in the Okanagan. Paul was a courageous and generous man who strove for the best; he gave all he had. He had a great sense of humour and loved to make people laugh.
Paul is survived by his best friend and soul partner Sally; her children,... (Read complete obituary here)
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Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ has called home our beautiful angel, Kelsi Bird (Wolf Plume). It is with our deep sadness that we announce the passing of Kelsi.
Kelsi was born on June 1, 1994 and passed away on January 1, 2007 at the age of 12 years. She was raised by her mother Leslie and grandfather Fred who she knew and took as her father. Kelsi was just starting to get into sports, basketball was her new passion. She loved the pow-wow trail and going to church. She was a fun loving free spirit who loved to play pranks. She was known by all of her family as “Mennis” because... (Read complete obituary here)
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Lillian LaMonaca passed away peacefully on Thursday January 4, 2007, at the age of 86 years.
Lillian is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Claude and Cynthia LaMonaca and Al and Diane LaMonaca; her grandchildren Francesca, Alexander, Justin, Max, Gabriella and Nicholas. She is also survived by her brother and sister-in-law Georgio and Maria Loffari; her sister-in-law Anna Loffari; and her niece Antonella Oberholtzer. She was predeceased by her husband Raffaele in 1980 and her brother Danilo.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Park... (Read complete obituary here)
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lucia Zanzotto (nee Lepenova) beloved wife of Dr. Ludo Zanzotto and mother of Andrea and Henrietta, of Calgary on Sunday, December 31, 2006 at the age of 57 years. Lucia passed away at home surrounded by her family.
Lucia was born in Zvolen, Slovakia on November 14, 1949. She received Master’s degrees in Psychology and Economics, and married Ludo in 1973. They immigrated to Canada with their daughters in 1981, and settled in Calgary.
Besides her loving husband, Lucia is survived by her two daughters Dr. Andrea Zanzotto (Dr. John... (Read complete obituary here)
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Virgilio Eno Fabbro beloved husband of Lois Fabbro of Calgary passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2007at the age of 84 years.
Virgilio was born in Nogaredo, Italy in 1922 and at the age of nineteen he was drafted into the Italian Army. He served in the Alpini Regiment on the Russian Front Line in WWII. After serving in the army, Virgilio moved to Canada in 1951 where he assisted in forming Fabbro Construction. He later worked for Burns Foods for thirty-four years until he retired. Virgilio was an honourary member of the Italian Club, a member of the Fogolar-Furlan as well as an associate member... (Read complete obituary here)
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Lloyd died peacefully at High River Hospital on Tuesday, January 2, 2007.
Lloyd is lovingly remembered by his family: his wife and best friend of fifty years, Betty Anne (Scarrow), two daughters, Jodi Opsahl of Calgary and Debrah Opsahl-MacDonald of Okotoks (husband Bruce MacDonald) and the light of Lloyd’s life, Debrah and Bruce’s daughter Madison. Lloyd is survived by two sisters, Alice Bilodeau of St. Albert and Fran (Wally) Botting of Calgary, brother Art Asleson of Vancouver, step mother Lou Opsahl and step sister June Diefenderfer of Saskatoon. He was predeceased by his mother... (Read complete obituary here)
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Amelia Frances Amantea of Calgary passed away peacefully, with family at her side, on Wednesday, January 3, 2007 at the age of 93 years. God granted her last wish – to see her 93rd birthday!
Amelia was predeceased by her daughter Trudy; her parents; and three brothers, Albert, Carl and Edward. She is the beloved mother of Darrell (Karen) Graham of Calgary; and cherished grandmother of David, Raelyn, Vikki, GerryLynn, and Hugh(Winnie); and great-grandmother to DannyRae. She also leaves behind her dear and wonderful friend Adam Helfrick. Deeply saddened also are her brother Vic (Betty)... (Read complete obituary here)
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It is with deep sadness that the family of Bjorg Brownell announce her passing on Sunday, December 31, 2006 at the Foothills Hospital.
Bjorg was born in Winnipeg on December 8, 1920 and resided there until she moved to Calgary in 2000.
Bjorg is survived by her son Laurence (Heather) Brownell of Winnipeg; her daughter Alix (Gary) Jackson of Calgary; and seven grandchildren, Katie, David, Signy, Jon, Lauren, Cameron and Morgan. She was predeceased by her parents Gestny and Ludvig; six brothers and sisters; Krisjorn, Hulda, Vilborg, Gestur, Sigrun and Evelyn.
A Memorial Service will be held in... (Read complete obituary here)
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It is with profound sorrow that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Joshua Borras Pangilinan.
He will be lovingly remembered by his parents Antonio and Rosemary Pangilinan; sisters Caroline and Christine; and brother James. Joshua is also survived by his grandmother Zenaida Borromeo Borras; as well as several loving and caring aunties, uncles and cousins from Canada, U.S.A. and the Philippines. He will be forever cherished by numerous friends and will always be remembered for his smiling face.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Park... (Read complete obituary here)
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Andrea Vandermaden, beloved wife of Ryan of Chestermere, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2006 at the age of 29 years.
Andrea was loved by all.
Besides her loving husband, Ryan, Andrea is survived by her parents, Harry and Anne Engfer of Calgary, her brother Terry and his fiancé Nalini, Oma Olga Engfer of Calgary, and Opa Assaf Brandt of Winnipeg. She is also remembered by her many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and co-workers.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Friday, January 5, 2007 from... (Read complete obituary here)
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George L. Ray, beloved husband of Mrs. Elizabeth Ray of Calgary, passed away peacefully on Thursday December 28, 2006, at the age of 83 years.
Born in Glasston, North Dakota, George served his country faithfully during WWII, as a flight navigator in the USN, Lt. JG, before moving his family to Canada in 1958 to work in the “oil patch”. Known for his integrity in the industry, George designed and calculated the instrumentation for many of the gas plants now existing in southern Alberta while working for Barber Engineering and Supply Ltd. George was well known for his zest for life... (Read complete obituary here)
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It is with great sadness that the family announce the passing of Barb Krebs of Calgary on December 31, 2006 at the age of 59 years.
Barb is survived by her children Cheryl (Joe Wurm), of Fort Nelson, Dale (Nicole), of Edson and Karen (Trevor Jensen), of Calgary; grandchildren, Ashley, Tyler, Kaitlyn, Ella, Kai and Finley. She is also survived by her mother Ruth; siblings Sheila (Kelly Cahoon), Bob (Sue), Don (Cynthia) and Debra Dalgarno; her sister-in-law Caroline (Bruce Carpenter); and she will be dearly missed by her nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Barb was predeceased by her... (Read complete obituary here)
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It is with heavy hearts we announce Dag Brown, best friend and husband of Nancy Brown passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer on Monday, January 1, 2007 at the age of 69 years.
Dag was born on October 9, 1937 to Elsie and Derwood (Pat) Brown. Dag was a man of tremendous character whose loyalties lay deep with family and friends. He had a quick wit and a great sense of humour. He enjoyed golfing, camping, wine making, puttering around in his garage and spending time with his family. Dag was born in Biggar, SK., he grew up in Bassano until his family moved to Claresholm where... (Read complete obituary here)
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Arvids Muiznieks passed away at the Foothills Medical Centre on Monday, January 1, 2007, eight days shy of his 84th birthday.
Arvids was born in Riga, Latvia, where he lived until 1941. Following active service in World War II, he found himself in London England where he enjoyed the single life before meeting and marrying Valentine in 1950. Together, they moved to Toronto in 1951, where they raised their two sons. In 1993, they relocated to Calgary to stay close to both sons and their families. Arvids was a plumber by trade, but was skilled in many other construction trades as well –... (Read complete obituary here)
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Peggy Stack of Calgary passed away on Monday, January 1, 2007 at the age of 82 years.
Peggy lovingly raised seven children and was a wonderful mother. Her brother Frank and his wife Pat Swartzlander provided loving support to the family. Her sister-in-law Kay Stack was also a dear friend. Peggy was a devoted member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Parish, a member of the CWL and was active in several church ministries. She was a pro-life supporter and a volunteer for both the crisis line and Meals on Wheels. Peggy graduated as a registered nurse and trained at Ottawa General Hospital. She... (Read complete obituary here)
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It is with great sadness that the family of Dale Garraway announces his passing at the Rockyview General Hospital on Sunday, December 31, 2006 with his loving wife Jennifer and family by his side.
Dale was born on August 31, 1949 in Tisdale, SK. He grew up there as a boy and then later as a young man moved to Edmonton, AB to attend NAIT where he received his education as a civil engineer. Dale’s career has spanned over thirty years with W.R.D. Borger Construction presently acting as General Manager.
Besides his loving wife Jennifer, Dale is survived by his daughter Tamara Garraway; son... (Read complete obituary here)
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Jeffrey (Jeff) W. E. Hunter beloved of Calgary passed away peacefully on Monday, January 1, 2007 at the age of 79 years.
Jeff was born in Grenfell, SK on April 8, 1927. He was in the newspaper business for a few years and then spent thirty-five years with the Federal Government with the Department of Transport and later the Department of Communications in Western Canada and the Yukon Territory. Jeff found great relaxation in his gardening and spent many hours tending to his plants.
Jeff leaves to mourn his loving wife Dorothy; sons Alan (Karen), Doug (Maria), and Gerald (Mira); two grandchildren... (Read complete obituary here)
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Edith Joyce Waddell (RN 1948) of Calgary passed away following a long and difficult illness on Sunday, December 31, 2006 at the age of 80 years.
Joyce was born on August 19, 1926 in Regina, Saskatchewan. She was daughter to Jack and Mabel Galbraith and sister of Irene (Shipley) and of twin Jean (Eamer). Joyce was a woman of community, strength, courage, great wit, poise and style. She was a true daughter of the Prairies. Joyce inspired her husband Cal in a wonderful and loving marriage; her children and grandchildren with the gift of happy lives and many long time friends and extended family... (Read complete obituary here)
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Vo Huu Ta, beloved husband of Tuyen of Calgary passed away on December 31, 2006 at the age of 50 years.
Besides his loving wife Tuyen, Vo is survived by his daughter Mylinh and sons Phi-Long, The-Hai ,and Phi-Hung, all of Calgary; two brothers and sisters-in-law; three sisters and brothers-in-law; niece and nephews.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Eastside Memorial Chapel (5388 Memorial Drive N.E.) on Tuesday, January 2, 2007 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY?S Eastside Memorial Chapel (5388 Memorial... (Read complete obituary here)
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Mrs. Carole Dovey gently passed away on Friday, December 29, 2006 at the age of 90 years.
Carole is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Jacquie (Dan) Richards and Mrs. Avril (Ray) Lippitt, of Calgary, AB. She also leaves to cherish her memory eight grandchildren, nineteen great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Carole was predeceased by her first husband Jack in 1940 and by Vic in 1988. She was also predeceased by her father, James in 1933; her mother Jemima in 1983; and her sister Etta in 2001.
Born in Glasgow, Scotland on June 3, 1916, Carole later came to Victoria, B.C. as a war... (Read complete obituary here)
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Mildred passed away peacefully at the Foothills Hospital on December 31, 2006, at the age of 87.
Mildred was the last surviving member of the A.T. Hutchinson family. Mildred and Allan farmed for many years in the Strongfield, SK. area. They later moved to Saskatoon and then on to Calgary, where they have lived for the past twenty-eight years. Mildred will be remembered as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother; one who always enjoyed sharing in her family’s experiences.
Mildred will be lovingly remembered by her devoted daughters, Jean (Ron) Starzynski, of Saskatoon,... (Read complete obituary here)
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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... (Read complete obituary here)
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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... (Read complete obituary here)
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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... (Read complete obituary here)
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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... (Read complete obituary here)
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Our beautiful and much loved mother, grandmother and great grandma Val, while holding the hand of her eldest son, David, slipped quietly away from this life to a new life with her Lord Jesus just before 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 27, 2006.
Val was born in Bergen, Norway on March 31, 1913. She was one of five children. In 1929 at the age of sixteen her family immigrated to Resource, SK. It was there she went to work as a cook on a ranch where she met and fell in love with Theodore Ruud who also worked at the ranch. Val Ruud was known to be a classy, poised lady who was full of grace and... (Read complete obituary here)
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Hanna Sandberg of Calgary, AB passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer on Saturday, December 16, 2006.
Hanna is survived by her husband Basil; brother Bogdan; and mother Henryka. She was predeceased by her father Mieczyslaw.
As per Hanna’s wish her resting place will be in the cemetery of St. Anna Catholic Church, Willanow, Warsaw, Poland at the family grave.
Funeral Mass will be held at St. Anna Catholic Church in Willanow, Warsaw, Poland on Sunday, January 7, 2007. Graveside Service to follow at St. Anna’s Cemetery Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.... (Read complete obituary here)
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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... (Read complete obituary here)
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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
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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... (Read complete obituary here)
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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... (Read complete obituary here)
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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... (Read complete obituary here)
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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... (Read complete obituary here)
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Buffy Anne Ainsworth, beloved wife of Bob Ainsworth, of Calgary passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2006 at the age of 54 years.
Buffy was born on March 4, 1952 in Calgary. She attended the University of Calgary, earning a BA in English, and the University of Edmonton, completing course work leading to her Teaching Certification. Buffy will be fondly remembered as a wife, friend, and mother, as well as a teacher, musician, accomplished poet, and writer. Her family was her major passion but she also found time to pursue her writing, friendships, and travel. Buffy was a strong woman who lent... (Read complete obituary here)
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