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MCDOWELL - Marie C. (Ackrill) passed away on October 14, 1997 in her 92nd year. Predeceased by her husband Arthur and six sisters, she is survived by her sons, Keith (Anna) and Kevin (Kay); grandchildren, Geoffrey of Toronto, Richard, Roger (Carol), Lorraine (Jim) and Michael (Kaycee); and great-grandson Christopher, all of Calgary. Cremation has taken place (10/22/1997).
O'CONNOR - November 14, 1997, John Blackey O'Connor, Q.C., beloved husband of Mrs. Lois E. O'Connor, 2409 Carleton Street S.W., Calgary, Alberta. A private family Funeral was held on November 15, 1997 with burial in the family plot in St. Mary's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, if desired, donations may be made to Calgary Health Trust, Leukaemia Research, Foothills Hospital, 1403 - 29 Street N.W., Calgary, Alberta T2N 2T9. Funeral arrangements in care of HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES "Heritage Funeral Home". (11/16/1997).
O'GRADY - Margaret "Mardie" Elizabeth O'Grady, passed away in Calgary in the Mayfair Nursing Home on Tuesday, July 8, 1997, at the age of 84 years, from complications related to congestive heart failure, beloved wife of the late Mr. Thomas O'Grady. Margaret O'Grady was born in Calgary on August 16, 1912. She graduated from the Holy Cross Hospital in 1933 as a registered nurse and practiced her profession for over thirty years retiring from the Campbell Clinic in Lethbridge. She married Thomas O'Grady in November 1939 and moved with him to Lethbridge in 1946. They adopted their two sons in 1951 and raised them in Lethbridge. Margaret was a member of Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church. She is survived by her two sons, Dr. Tim Porter-O'Grady of Atlanta, Georgia, USA and Joe O'Grady of Calgary; and numerous nieces and nephews throughout Canada. Besides her loving husband Thomas, who passed away on January 14, 1995, Margaret was predeceased by two brothers, Robert Porter and Dr. John Porter. Cremation at MARTIN BROS. Chapel of Peace. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 11, 1997 in St. Basil's Roman Catholic Church, 604 - 13 Street North, Lethbridge with Father Eric Nelson, Celebrant. Inurnment arrangements are pending. In lieu of flowers, it is requested that donations be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 1011 - 2 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB., T1J 0C8 or the Lethbridge Humane Society, P.O. Box 783, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 3Z6. MARTIN BROS. FUNERAL CHAPELS LTD., Directors of the Funeral Service. (7/10/1997).
O'REILLY - Clifford E., born July 20, 1919. Passed away at his home on November 26, 1997, with Olive, his wife of fifty-two years, by his side. Olive and his two sons, Jack and Bob will lovingly remember him along with their wives, Lucie and Jo-Anne; four grandchildren, Kevin, Heather, Angela and Jack, of Calgary; and one sister Lois Winch of Hamilton, Ontario. There will be no formal Funeral Services at this time, but a private celebration of Cliff's life will be held at a later date. Flowers are gratefully declined, but if friends so desire, a donation in his memory may be made to the Alberta Lung Association, 302, 609 - 14 Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 2A1. The family wishes to give special thanks to Dr. David Todd, all the Nurses and Home Care Staff for their genuine kindness and support through this difficult time. Arrangements in care of HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES "Heritage Funeral Home". (11/27/1997).
ODEGARD - Mr. Clarence W. Odegard, born December 1, 1935 in Sundial, Alberta, passed away peacefully July 9, 1997 in Red Deer. He is survived by his loving wife Dianna; sons, Chris (Brigitte), Brian (Christina); daughter Karen (Gary) Carter; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He is also survived by three sisters and several nieces and nephews. Clarence was predeceased by his parents, four sisters and two brothers. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral Services will be held at the "67th Street Chapel" of the RED DEER FUNERAL HOME, 6150 - 67 Street, on Monday, July 14, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 101, 5208 - 53 Avenue, Red Deer, Alta. T4N 5K2. Arrangements in care of the RED DEER FUNERAL HOME (67th Street). (7/11/1997).
ODIN - John Peter Odin of Bethany Care Centre, Calgary, passed away on December 9, 1997. Mr. John Odin was born June 28, 1903 in St. Petersberg, Russia, arrived to Canada with Mr. and Mrs. John Harder and family in 1924. John was predeceased by his loving wife Freda, May 6, 1983, his father John Odin, April 1907, mother Eleanor Odin, July 1918, and his brother Alexander Odin. Those wishing to pay respects may do so on Thursday, December 11, 1997 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Prayer Service at FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, 3220 - 4 Street N.W. Funeral Service will be held on Friday, December 12, 1997 at 11:00 a.m. at Foster's Garden Chapel Funeral Home with Pastor Del Christensen officiating. Interment will follow on Monday, December 15, 1997 at 11:00 a.m. at Woodland Cemetery, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, December 16, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bethany Care Centre, Level 1, Calgary. If friends desire, memorial donations may be made directly to the Bethany Care Centre, 916 - 18A Street N.W., Calgary T2N 1C6. FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, Directors. (12/11/1997).
OLIVER - Dr. Thomas Albert Oliver, beloved husband of Mrs. Margaret Oliver of Calgary, passed away at his residence on Thursday, October 2, 1997, at the age of 72 years. Details to follow (10/3/1997).
OLSEN - Murray James passed away November 24, 1997, after a lengthy illness. He was a lifetime resident of the Munson area. Murray was known as an inventor, an artist, a collector, a historian and a good friend. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his loving family, Les, Peg, Kevin and Angie, Dennis, Mike, Cheryl, Bryan; Coors the Cat; special friends, Chris, Wendy, and Vi, along with numerous other friends. He was predeceased by his father and mother, Oscar and Laura Olsen, son Mel and wife Margie. Funeral Services were held on November 26, 1997 in Munson. If friends so desire, donations may be made to Drumheller and District Health Services - Home Care, in care of the Drumheller Health Unit. COURTNEY - WINTER'S FUNERAL CHAPEL were in care of the arrangements. (11/26/1997).
