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HANCOCK -- Erica Louise Hancock passed away suddenly on Monday, December 1, 1997 at the age of 71. She is survived by her loving husband of thirty-six years, Bernie; stepsons, John and Dave Taylor and their families; nieces, Christine and Leanne and their husbands; as well as numerous cousins. Erica was predeceased by her parents and two brothers. A Memorial Service will be held at the CALGARY CREMATORIUM CHAPEL, 3219 - 4 Street N.W., (within the valley of Queen's Park Cemetery), on Thursday, December 4, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. Funeral and Cremation arrangements in care of HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES, "Calgary Crematorium Chapel". Telephone: 299-0111.
HEIKKILA -- Harri Eric passed away unexpectedly in an industrial accident on December 2, 1997 at the age of 28. Energy unlike many of us have experienced will be missed deeply. Harri had kinetic energy which over-flowed and affected us all. His drive brought us to the mountains, skiing, riding or hiking. Always ahead of the pack he was the best at whatever he did. He achieved his private pilot's license at the age of nineteen and soon had flown more hours than any of us could in a lifetime. He continued to pursue this passion and obtained his commercial pilot's license and recently became licensed as an aircraft maintenance engineer. Harri was known for perseverance in tough and sometimes impossible situations such as when he safely landed his plane with the wings bent out of shape after flying through some trees in inclement weather. Harri had the patience and persistence to bring perfection to anything he touched. We loved his intensity as much as we loved him as a son, brother and friend. His trust in friends brought close friendships even closer. He lived his dreams and was soon planning to start his own business. Harri will be missed immensely by his parents, Aulikki and Seppo; his sister Eeva and brother-in-law John Harrop; and many friends and colleagues here, as well as, friends and relatives in Finland. An outdoor Memorial Service will be held at T'La T'A Dina (Place for all Peoples), Fresh Air Chapel at Rafter Six Ranch on Sunday December 7, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. (take Highway No.1 West, turn off at Seebe and follow the signs South). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made towards a section of the Trans Canada Trail in Harri's memory c/o Alberta TrailNet, 11759 Groat Road, Edmonton, Alberta, T5M 3K6 or at 1-403-287-0795.
HEINS -- Albert John "Bert". Born January 1, 1916 in Madison County, Illinois, passed away December 4, 1997 in White Rock, BC, at the age of 81. He will be lovingly remembered by his family, wife Elsie; children, Shirley Mulligan of Vancouver, BC, George (Fran) Walsh of Calgary, AB, Mary Ellen (Tony) Franklin of Calgary, AB, and Gerald Walsh; five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; brother Eugene (Hazel) Heins of White Rock, BC; and many other relatives and friends. Bert moved to Airdrie, AB in 1917 and then to Meanook, AB a few years later. He was with the Seaforth Highlanders in Africa and Italy during the war and then in Amsterdam on D-Day. Bert was an F.O.E. member over twenty years and was in the plumbing trade in Calgary, AB for twenty-eight years. He then worked as an apartment manager for sixteen years after moving to White Rock in 1977 to retire and settle. A Celebration of Bert's life will be held on Monday, December 8 at 11:00 a.m. at First United Church, 15385 Semiahmoo, White Rock. In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of your choice in Bert's memory would be appreciated. VICTORY MEMORIAL PARK FUNERAL CENTRE Telephone: 1-604-536-6522.
HEWITT -- Edward William. Ed Hewitt, Quesnel, B.C. resident, formerly of Osoyoos, B.C., passed away quietly at home after a brief illness on November 23, 1997 in his 90th year. Ed was predeceased by his wife Peggy in 1985. He is survived by his two loving sons, James (Alice) of Toronto and Murray (Fran) of Quesnel; grandchildren, Stephanie (husband Jim) Reid, James of Toronto, Robert, Mathew and David of Quesnel. He is survived by one sister Thelma (Jack) Jenkins of Calgary; nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. A Memorial Service was held on Wednesday, November 26, 1997 at Clayton Funeral Home in Quesnel. "WE'LL ALL MISS YOU, DAD."
KNOTT -- Ivy Jean Knott passed away peacefully at Rosedale Hospice on December 3, 1997 at the age of 63 years. Ivy was born in London, ON on February 12, 1934. She is survived by a brother Tom Ready; a nephew, nieces, cousins and aunts and uncles, all of London, ON. She was a dear, kind and special friend to many. Memorial Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Fish Creek Chapel" (14441 Bannister Road S.E.), on Monday, December 8, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Bob Glasgow officiating. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to a charity of the donor's choice. In living memory of Ivy Knott, 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.
KUTRYK -- Walter A. passed away peacefully at home on November 27, 1997. He was born August 27, 1921 in Beauvallon, Alberta. Walter is survived by his loving companion Helen Walker; two brothers, Demetrie, Edward; and one sister Eilien. He is also survived by three sons, Del (Donna), Gordon (Janice), Blair (Linda); and one daughter Norleen (Vern); twelve grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Special thanks to Dr. Joanna Stuckly, Nurses, Nishm, Nada and Joanne and Home Care assistants, Anne, Vicky and Shirley. At Walter's request no formal Services will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Canadian Cancer Society.
KRAFT -- Jean Laura Kraft passed away peacefully at the Rockyview General Hospital on Friday, November 28, 1997 at the age of 76 years. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Gerard's Catholic Church (8944 Elbow Drive S.W.), today, December 4, 1997 at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Alexander MacLennan, Celebrant. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Alberta Lung Association, 302, 609 - 14 Street N.W., Calgary, Alberta T2N 2A1. In living memory of Jean Kraft, 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.
LOEWEN -- Ronald S., late of Linden, AB, passed away suddenly December 1, 1997. Funeral Services will be held December 6, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. at Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Linden, Alberta. Arrangements in care of SUNSET FUNERAL SERVICE, Linden. Telephone: 546-3903.
LOUIE -- Jong Yee Louie, beloved wife of Mr. Harry Louie of Calgary, passed away at the Bethany Care Centre on November 29, 1997 at the age of 87 years. Jong Yee Louie was born in Toishan, China on September 29, 1911. She immigrated to Calgary, Canada in 1954 and reunited with her husband where they ran a family grocery business for many years. She will be remembered as a strong and caring woman who always put the needs of her family before her own. We will all miss her deeply. Besides her loving husband, Jong Yee is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Sue May and Frank Lau; daughter-in-law Pui Wan Lau; grandchildren, Don (Linda) Louie, Jake (Virginia) Louie, Manuel (Lucinda) Lau, Michael (Wendy) Lau, Laura (Brian) Lowe; and six great-grandchildren, Krista, Mark, Grant, Garry, Jonathon and Brayden, all of Calgary. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Chapel of the Bells" (2720 Centre Street North), today, December 5, 1997 from 5:00 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 Saturday, December 6, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. with the Rev. Dr. John W.S. Kong of the Chinese Pentecostal Church officiating. Graveside Service to follow at Queen's Park Cemetery. In living memory of Jong Yee Louie, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES "Chapel of the Bells", 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH. Phone: 403-276-2296.
MABIE -- Frank W. of Calgary, passed away peacefully at the Colonel Belcher on December 1, 1997 at the age of 86 years. Frank served overseas with the Calgary Highlanders from 1939 to 1945. As a young man, Frank worked at Ogden Shops, and also at the Currie Barracks and Colonel Belcher as a sign painter. Frank enjoyed gardening and creative arts. Dad will be dearly missed by his children, Phyllis, Don and his wife Wendy, and Tricia; grandchildren, Chad and Leah McPherson, and Chris Mabie. Frank will also be remembered by his many friends. He was predeceased by his wife Mollie, his son Stu, and his brothers, Jack and Roy. Funeral Services will be held in the Chapel at the Colonel Belcher Hospital (1213 - 4 Street S.W.), on Saturday, December 6, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the charity of the donor's choice. As a tribute to Frank, Leyden's will make a donation to the Calgary Poppy Fund. Arrangements in care of LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOMES LTD. "Golden Rule Member". Telephone: 228-4422.
MITCHELL -- Mr. Francis Carvel Mitchell, beloved husband of Anne of Calgary, passed away unexpectedly on December 3, 1997 at the age of 63 years. Francis was born on October 18, 1934 in Antigonish, Nova Scotia. He moved to Alberta and resided in Strathmore until moving to Calgary in 1978. Francis was a self-employed plumber until he found a "home" at S.A.I.T. working in Campus Operations. He enjoyed instructing new apprentices. Francis loved dirt biking, camping, touring, boating, water-skiing and golfing. He was a kind, loving, selfless person who always put others before himself and he will be dearly missed. He is survived by two daughters, Tracy and Wendy; five grandchildren, Lindsay, Tyler, Stephanie, Jeff and Sean. He is also survived by a brother Ernest Mitchell and his family of Nova Scotia; a sister Jennie Mitchell of Ontario; and numerous other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Roland and Hilda Mae and his brother Ralph (Mitch) Mitchell in 1996. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Chapel of the Bells" (2720 Centre Street North), on Wednesday, December 10, 1997 at 3:00 p.m. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 114, 1212 - 1 Street S.E., Calgary, Alberta T2G 0G8. In living memory of Francis Mitchell, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES "Chapel of the Bells", 2720 CENTRE S
MOORE -- Margaret Moore passed away peacefully on December 1, 1997 at the Peter Lougheed Hospital at the age of 82 years. Margaret is survived by her husband of fifty-five years, Frank Moore. She was the mother of two daughters, Diane (Andy) Danielewicz and Debbie (Bob) Loblaw. Margaret was the grandmother to five grandchildren, Michael (Lisa) and Karen Danielewicz, and Corinn, Adam and Andrew Loblaw. Born Margaret Roberts in Fernie, B.C. on July 9, 1915. She married Frank Moore on October 17, 1942. She move to Calgary in May, 1943 to join Frank who was stationed in Calgary with the Canadian Armed Forces. Frank and Margaret moved into their first house in Glenbrook in 1959. They lived there together until 1997. Margaret worked at the downtown Hudson Bay Store from 1956 to 1981. She was a member of the Catholic Women's League until 1997. Margaret was a devoted Catholic. Throughout her life, her number one priority was always family. She was the most loving wife and best friend to Frank. She was a supportive mother and the greatest grandma. When she was younger, one of her favourite things to do was to hike into the hills to pick huckleberries and raspberries. Margaret loved to play cards, bridge was her favorite. "Bridge was Her Cup of Tea". Something had to be pretty important to cancel a game of bridge. Both Frank and Margaret made many friends playing cards over the years. Margaret also enjoyed travelling. Together, with Frank, they made many trips south of the border. Great Falls and Keno machines were two popular destinations of theirs. For the last fifty-eight years, wherever Margaret was, Frank was surely near. They were always together. They shared each other's interests, passions and dreams. They had the most rewarding and fulfilling life together that any two people could ask for. Margaret will be truly missed by her devoted husband, family and friends. The family would like to express their appreciation to the warm and caring nursing staff of Unit 51, and the ICU unit of the Peter Lougheed Hospital. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Name Catholic Church (2223 - 34 Street S.W.) today, at 1:00 p.m. with the Rev. Stan Lasko, S.D.S. Celebrant. Graveside Services to follow in St. Joseph's Section, Queen's Park Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society (Second Floor, 215 - 12 Avenue S.E. T2G 1A2). As a tribute to Margaret, Leyden's Funeral Homes will make a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements in care of LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOMES LTD. "Golden Rule Member". Telephone: 228-4422.
MacRAE -- Murdock (Mac) MacRae of Calgary, AB, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 1, 1997 at the age of 88 years. He is survived by his loving wife Jeanne; two daughters, Murdeanne (Bob) Mazvry and Ann (Chris) Blackmore; two sons, Jack (Pauline) and David (Sherry); eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Private Family Services were held December 4, 1997. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Murdock's memory may be made to the Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331 - 29 Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 4N2. Arrangements and Cremation entrusted to PERSONAL ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL SERVICES, 7016 Farrell Road S.E. Telephone: 216-5111.
