(9/14/97) BRUCE _ Mrs. Norah A. Bruce, beloved wife of George F. Bruce of Calgary, passed away at the Rockyview General Hospital on Friday, September 12, 1997, at the age of 76 years. Norah is also survived by her son and daughter-in-law Doug and Colleen of Yellowknife, N.W.T.; her daughter Donna Christie of Austrailia; five grandchildren, Jacqui, Doug, Stuart, Paxton, and Mackenzie; three brothers and three sisters-in-law. Norah was predeceased by two sisters and three brothers. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Park Memorial Chapel", (5008 Elbow Drive South West), on Tuesday, September 16, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the charity of the donor's choice. In living memory of Norah Bruce, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, "Park Memorial Chapel", 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W., CALGARY. Telephone: 403-243-8200.
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DANIELSON _ Margaret Sigurros Danielson (nee Sigvaldason) passed away peacefully surrounded by her
children, at her home on September 10, 1997 at the age of 69 years. Margaret was predeceased by her husband
Magnus ("Danny") Ingiborg Danielson in 1993, and her mother and father, Ingibjorg and Valdimar Sigvaldason.
Margaret's gentle spirit will be sadly missed by her five children, Valerie, Ingrid, David, Karen and Jonina and
their partners, Joey, Dennis, Selma, Dana and Milt; ten grandchildren; three sisters, Solrun, Kristin and Emily;
four brothers, Ingimar, Marino, Barney and Lawrence; and numerous nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Dr.
Hanslip and Calgary Home Services, especially Norma, Shirley, and Marcella. Those who wish to join the family
in the Funeral Service honoring her life may do so at Lutheran Church of the Cross, 10620 Elbow Drive S.W., on
Monday, September 15, 1997 at 1:00 p.m., with Pastor Beth DeVan officiating. Luncheon and Interment to follow.
If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, Second Floor, 215
- 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, Alberta T2G 1A2 or to a charity of the donor's choice. JACQUES FUNERAL HOME,
Directors. Telephone: 297-0711.
ENGEL _ Fred W. Engel passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 14, 1997 at the Peter Lougheed Centre
at the age of 88 years. Fred is survived by his loving family, two sons, Richard (Faye) of Airdrie, Garth of
Fairmont, B.C. and daughter Kay (Bud) Hurl of Calgary; as well as six grandchildren and eleven
great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother Gordon of Victoria, B.C. Fred was predeceased by his
wife Marguerite; grandson Warren; and great-grandson Kieran. Fred was a long time employee of the Calgary
Herald until his retirement. Private Family services are being held with interment in Rocky View Garden of Peace
Cemetery. Funeral arrangements in care of PIERSON'S FUNERAL SERVICE LTD. Telephone: 235-3602.
(9/14/97) FAIRLEY _ Mr. Andrew (Andy) Thomson Fairley of Calgary, beloved husband of the late Amy Fairley, passed away at the Rosedale Hospice on Friday, September 12, 1997 at the age of 88 years. Andy is the beloved father of Jeannette (Roy) Barr of Calgary, Marilyn (Earl) Smith of Olds, AB and Andrea (Bryan) Sherwood of Chestermere, AB; and dear grandfather of eight grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren. Andy will be sadly missed by his family and friends. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church (703 Heritage Drive S.W.) today, September 14, 1997 at 2:30 p.m. with Carol Barwick, Chaplain and Rev. Karl English officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Andrew's name to the Rosedale Hospice, 920 - 7A Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2M 3J3. Arrangements and Cremation in care of LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOMES LTD. and Bow Valley Crematorium. Telephone: 228-4422.
(9/14/97) GEIDER _ Mrs. Edith Justine Geider of Calgary, passed away at the Extendicare Hillcrest Nursing Home on September 11, 1997 at the age of 73 years. Edith married Frank Geider on February 19, 1947. They immigrated to Canada in 1951. Edith was involved with ballet and later classical music and opera were her hobbies. Edith is survived by her son Randy; and daughter and son-in-law, Michaela and Douglas Young; and grandson Darren, all of Calgary. She is also survived by her three brothers and sister-in-law, Walter and Edith Bednar, Otto and Elizabeth Bednar, and Heinz and Pamela Bednar; her two sisters, Gitta Martin, all of Calgary; and Ingrid Mann of B.C. She was predeceased by her parents, Otto and Appollonia; her sister Gertrude, and her brother Helmuth. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Chapel of the Bells", (2720 Centre Street North), on Monday, September 15, 1997 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Chapel of the Bells", (2720 Centre Street North), on Tuesday, September 16, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. Graveside Service to follow at St. Mary's Cemetery. If friends so desire, Memorial tributes may be made directly to the Alberta Lung Association, 302, 609 - 14 Street North West, Calgary, Alberta T2N 2A1. In living memory of Edith Geider, 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.
(9/13/97) GIBBS _ Dulcie A.E., died in Leduc Hospital on September 11, 1997, aged 73 years. Dulcie was born at Southland-On-Sea, England on April 10, 1924. The family moved to London where she attended school and grew to her adult years. During World War II she was a member of the staff of SOE in London. SOE was a War Office unit engaged in intelligence gathering and espionage in occupied France. Dulcie married Reginald Gibbs, then a Canadian airman, on July 3, 1945. In 1946, she emigrated to Canada and for five years resided in Saskatoon while her husband attended university. In 1951 the family moved to Winnipeg and in 1952 to Calgary which was her home thereafter. She is deeply mourned and sadly missed by daughter Rosemary (James) Giles, grandson Noel and granddaughter Emily; by son Michael (Lori), granddaughter Whitney and grandson Dylan; by Hon. Reginald Gibbs; and by sisters, Mary Young of London, England and Phyllis Last of Sydney, Australia. Dulcie was enormously compassionate not only for the members of her family but also for the needy in society. In the last twenty years of her life, quietly and unobtrusively, she did what was within her abilities to alleviate the lot of the truly unfortunate. We will not see her like again. A Memorial Service will be held at the Chapel of McInnis & Holloway Funeral Home, 5008 Elbow Drive S.W., at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 17. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made on behalf of Dulcie to the following charities: Boys & Girls Clubs of Calgary, Operation Eyesight and The Elizabeth Fry Society of Calgary.
(9/14/97) GUY _ Mrs. Marie Guy (nee Brohman) of Calgary, passed away at the Foothills Auxiliary Hospital on Tuesday, September 9, 1997, at the age of 78 years. Marie was born on June 13, 1919 in Lacombe, Alberta and has resided in Alberta all her life. Her family ranched near the Ghost Dam since the early 1940's. She will be fondly remembered by her two cousins, Colleen Von Pless of California, and Mary Kelly of Ontario; and her two companions, Dorothy Edge and Robert Urwin. Marie was predeceased by her first husband Elmer McDonald in 1963 and her second husband Robert Guy in 1989. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, (1307 - 14 Street S.W.), on Monday, September 15, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. with the Rev. Myles Gaffney, Celebrant. Graveside Service to follow at St. Mary's Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Calgary Humane Society (S.P.C.A.), 1323 - 36 Avenue N.E., Calgary, Alberta T2E 6T6. In living memory of Marie Guy, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, "Crowfoot Chapel", 82 CROWFOOT CIRCLE N.W. Phone: 403-241-0044.
(9/13/97) HEAPHY _ Jackie C.M. (nee Core) of Sudbury, Ontario, passed away at the Sudbury General Hospital on Thursday, September 4, 1997 at the age of 54. Jackie is survived by her husband Don of Sudbury; her children, Patrick of Sudbury, Shawn of Switzerland, and Cori of St. Thomas, Ontario. She will also be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by her mother Alice Lalonde (nee Core) of Sudbury; her brother John Lalonde of Montreal; and her sister Joanne Hansen (nee Lalonde) of Calgary. Jackie leaves to mourn, many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends who will remember her always as a happy and free spirit dedicated to her children. Jackie graduated from the Marymount School of Nursing in 1965 and married Don in 1966. She was a member of the Idelwylde Golf & Country Club and loved her time on the links. She was a nurse in many units of the Sudbury General Hospital and was dedicated to giving care to those in need and will always be in the hearts of those she touched. A Funeral Mass was held on Monday, September 8, 1997 at St. Andrew's the Apostle Church in Sudbury, Ontario. Donations are being accepted to the Jackie Heaphy Memorial Bursary, c/o Lougheed Funeral Home, 252 Regent Street, Sudbury, Ontario, P3C 4C8.
(9/14/97) LITTLE _ Lorne M. Little of Calgary, formerly of Dartmouth, NS, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at his residence on Friday, September 12, 1997 at the age of 73 years. Lorne was born in Calgary on Sunday, August 3, 1924 and raised in Grainger, AB. He was based in Halifax, NS serving in the Royal Canadian Navy for twenty-five years, then relocated to Calgary in 1969 where he has since resided. Lorne is survived by his loving family, Jim Little and his wife Alexis of Dartmouth, NS, Carol and her husband Kal Krishnan of Pittsburg, CA, Elaine Little of Edmonton, Colleen and her husband Dale Reid of Edmonton, Debby and her husband Brian Herron of Calgary, Andrew Little of Victoria, BC, and Gerald Ritchie of Parksville, BC; as well as seven grandchildren. He is also survived by Virginia Ohlhauser of Carbon, AB, Gladys and Don Reid of Sundre, AB, Fred and Marchia Little of Rocky Mountain House, AB, Bill and Lois Little of Nanton, AB, and Allan and Donna Little of Ponoka, AB; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Lorne was predeceased by his wife Ola Little and daughter Nora Ritchie. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Park Memorial Chapel", (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.), today, September 14, 1997 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at Westminster United Church (4316 Richmond Road S.W.), on Monday, September 15, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. with the Rev. John Miller officiating. Memorial tributes may be made directly to Tom Baker Cancer Centre, c/o Alberta Cancer Foundation, 1331 - 29 Street N.W., Calgary, Alberta T2N 4N2. In living memory of Lorne Little, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, "Fish Creek Chapel", 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E., CALGARY. Telephone: 403-256-9575.
(9/14/97) McHALE _ Mrs. Joyce McHale (nee Epps), beloved wife for forty-seven years of Mr. Patrick McHale of Calgary, passed away at the Rockyview General Hospital on Friday, September 12, 1997 at the age of 68 years. Joyce was born in Faversham, Kent, England on Saturday, February 16, 1929 and came to Canada with her family in May of the same year. She resided in the Montreal area of Quebec until 1984, then moving to Calgary to be with her grandchildren. Besides her loving husband, Joyce is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Patricia and Clair Edwards, and Joanne and Ken Nuttall; a son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Elaine McHale; three grandson, Terry Carbonnell and Stacey Wright, Dale Carbonnell, and Alex McHale; her granddaughter Crystal McHale; and her great-granddaughter Erica Carbonnell. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters-in-law, Donald Epps, and Tom and Mary Epps, and Eileen Epps; two sisters and brother-in-law, Hilda and Don Grant, and Peggy Coyle; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Joyce was predeceased by her parents, her brother Bob, her brother-in-law Tom Coyle, and her sister-in-law Betty Epps. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Park Memorial Chapel", (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.), on Monday, September 15, 1997 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In living memory of Joyce McHale, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, "Fish Creek Chapel", 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E., CALGARY. Telephone: 403-256-9575.
(9/14/97) McINNES _ Leonard Douglas McInnes of Calgary, passed away at the Forest Grove Nursing Home on September 12, 1997 at the age of 71 years. Leonard was born in Bredenbury, Saskatchewan where he attended school. He came to Calgary in 1945 and was employed with White Rose Gas Company as a truck driver. In 1956, he moved to Lucky Lake, Saskatchewan to go farming. In 1987, Leonard returned to Calgary where he has since resided. He served with the P.P.C.L.I. at Currie Barracks. Leonard is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Marno and Margaret of Vancouver, B.C., Howie and Cheryl of Calgary; and a daughter and son-in-law, Vicki and Bruce Inverarity of Lucky Lake, Saskatchewan; six grandchildren, Regan, Lance, Pauline, Chantra, Shelby and Allan. He is also survived by three sisters, Betty Laxdal of Calgary, Bernice and her husband Fred Berard of Sylvan Lake, Maria Newton and Allan Posti of Eckville; and his sister-in-law Anne Grassick of Calgary. Leonard was predeceased by his parents, Pat McInnes in 1939, Edna McInnes Peter in 1995, brothers, Jerry McInnes in 1955, Clifford McInnes in 1987, sister Olive Paulson in 1990, nephew John Laxdal in 1981 and brother-in-law Bruce Laxdal in 1982. Funeral Services will be held at McINNES & HOLLOWAY'S "Chapel of the Bells", (2720 Centre Street North), on Tuesday, September 16, 1997 at 3:00 p.m. In living memory of Leonard McInnes, 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.
(9/14/97) McKEVITT _ Larry of Calgary, passed away on September 11, 1997 at home after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Fish Creek Chapel" (14441 Bannister Road S.E.), today, September 14, 1997 at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick's Catholic Church (1414 Shawnessy Boulevard S.W.), on Monday, September 15, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. with the Very Rev. Leonard J. Hagel, VF Presider. Graveside Service at St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery, Midnapore. Reception to follow at Shawnee Slopes Golf Course, (820 - 146 Avenue S.W.). In living memory of Larry McKevitt, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES "Fish Creek Chapel", 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E., CALGARY. Telephone: 403-256-9575.
(9/14/97) NOOITGEDAGT _ George. "In tears we saw you sinking, We watched you fade away, You suffered much in silence, You fought so hard to stay. You faced your task with courage, Your spirit did not bend, And still you kept on fighting, Until the very end. God saw you getting tired, When a cure was not to be, So He put His arms around you, And whispered, `Come with Me.' So when we saw you sleeping, So peaceful, free from pain, We could not wish you back, To suffer that again." On September 12, 1997, Mr. George Nooitgedagt of Edmonton passed away at the age of 62 years. George is survived by his loving wife Mary; four children, Ron (Shirley), George Jr., Irene (Ken), all of Edmonton, William (Wendy) of Avon, New York; ten grandchildren; two brothers, Jaap (Wilma), Sietse (Akke); one sister Tjerkje (Richard). He was predeceased by one son Henry and sister Hieke. Memorial Service Tuesday, September 16, at 7:30 p.m. at the Chapel of HOWARD & McBRIDE WESTLAWN, 16310 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton. Funeral Service Wednesday, September 17, at 1:00 p.m. at the Gospel Centre Pentecostal Church, 9445 - 153 Street, Edmonton. Pastor Jim Raddatz and Pastor Ivar Roset will officiate, followed by Interment in Westlawn Memorial Gardens. If friends so desire, donations in memory of George Sr. may be made to Cross Cancer Institute, c/o Alberta Cancer Foundation, Sixth Floor, 9707 - 110 Street, Edmonton, AB T5K 2L9. HOWARD & McBRIDE WESTLAWN CHAPEL. Phone: 403-484-5500.
(9/14/97) PRESS _ Carrie Harmer, passed away peacefully September 10, 1997 in the Foothills Hospital at the age of 94 years. Carrie was born in Blackburn, England, November 14, 1902 and came to Calgary with her family at age seven. In 1924 she married Douglas Press and continued to reside here ever since. Carrie is survived by her sons, Douglas (Mae) and Ed (Olwyn); four grandchildren, Maureen, Kevin, Stephen and Judy; as well as six great-grandchildren; and a brother Frank (Dora) Jones; and several nieces and nephews. Carrie was predeceased by her husband Douglas in 1971, her sister Gladys Houston and brother Louis Jones. Funeral Services will be held at FOSTER'S FUNERAL HOMES "Garden Chapel", 3220 - 4 Street N.W. on Monday, September 15, 1997 at 3:00 p.m. with Interment to follow in Queen's Park Cemetery. The Press family would like to express our sincere gratitude to Dr. Lauf and all the staff of Unit 36 and 47 at the Foothills Continuing Care Unit for their loving care and compassion shown to our mother and her family. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Calgary, 1920 - 11 Street S.E., Calgary T2G 3G2. FOSTERS'S FUNERAL HOMES "Garden Chapel", Directors. Phone: 297-0888.
(9/14/97) RAUSCH _ Mr. William (Bill) Rausch, beloved husband of Mrs. Joyce Rausch of Calgary, passed away at his residence on September 11, 1997, at the age of 68 years. Besides his loving wife, Bill is survived by four sisters and a brother. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Park Memorial Chapel", (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.), on Tuesday, September 16, 1997 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at McInnis & Holloway's "Park Memorial Chapel", (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.), on Wednesday, September 17, 1997 at 10:30 a.m. Graveside Service to follow at Queen's Park Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Calgary Humane Society (S.P.C.A.), 1323 - 36 Avenue N.E., Calgary, Alberta T2E 6T6. In living memory of Bill Rausch, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, "Park Memorial Chapel", 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W., CALGARY. Telephone: 403-243-8200.
(9/14/97) TIBERIO _ Sebastiano Tiberio, beloved husband of sixty-two years to Adolorata Tiberio of Calgary, passed away at the Foothills Hospital on Thursday, September 11, 1997 at the age of 80 years. Sebastiano was born on January 30, 1917 in Sepino, Italy. He was a veteran of World War II and immigrated to Canada in 1955. He was then followed by several other family members and friends. Besides his loving wife, Sebastiano is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Antonio and Eufemia Tiberio; two daughters and a son-in-law, Giuseppina Iuliani, and Marianna and Antonio Maione, all of Calgary; as well as fourteen grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Carmela DaNello of Montreal; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Sebastiano was predeceased by two brothers, Domenico and Nicola Tiberio, two sisters, Lucia Petrillo and Marianna Petrillo, and his son-in-law Angelo Iuliani. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Chapel of the Bells" (2720 Centre Street North), today, September 14, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Grace Italian and English Catholic Church (1714 - 14 Avenue N.E.), on Monday, September 15, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. with the Rev. Valentino Alberton, C.S. Celebrant. Graveside Service to follow at Queen's Park Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 1825 Park Road S.E., Calgary, Alberta T2G 3Y6. In living memory of Sebastiano Tiberio, 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.
(9/14/97) WHEATCROFT _ James Clifford (Red) Wheatcroft, beloved husband of Olive Wheatcroft of Calgary, passed away peacefully at his residence on Thursday, September 11, 1997 at the age of 80 years. Cliff Wheatcroft, a self-made man with an inventive and entrepreneurial spirit, spent many years as a highly successful cattle broker. His business interests included J.C. Wheatcroft Co. Ltd., Midnapore Land and Cattle Co., Alberta Western Beef, T.W.K. Leasing Co. and Isabella Beef. He was greatly respected by colleagues, family, and friends for his integrity, tenacity and his generosity of spirit. Cliff was an adventurer who was the "captain of his ship and master of his fate". He created a wealth of rich memories including endless summers on the family houseboat, soaring adventures in his home-built airplane, and gentle days of sailing on his yacht in Mexico. His ready laugh, stimulating conversations, and supportive pride in the efforts and achievements of those around him will be greatly missed. He remains an inspiration to all who knew him. Besides his loving wife, Cliff is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, and three daughters and sons-in-law, Sandra and Doug Heathfield of Toronto, ON, Judy and John Dudar of Halifax, NS, Jon Wheatcroft and Laura Evans of Ottawa, ON, Tim and Roberta Wheatcroft, and Mavis Wheatcroft and Patrick Plichon, all of Calgary; as well as fifteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Margaretta and Herbert Thorndyke of Mallorca, Spain; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Cliff was predeceased by his first wife Isabel and his two sons, Kelly and Michael. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Chapel of the Bells", (2720 Centre Street North) on Monday, September 15, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the charity of the donor's choice. In living memory of Cliff Wheatcroft 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.
Document Date: September 1997 - revised Jan 2003
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