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AINLEY -- Clarice A. Ainley of Calgary, passed away at her residence on January 30, 1998 at the age of 69 years. Clarice was predeceased by her parents, Chester and Mary Forre, nephew James Forre and her life partner John "Jack" Gallant. Clarice is survived by her son Jim and his wife Dorothy Ainley of Calgary. Clarice is also survived by five sisters and a brother, Lillian and Donald Smith, Julie and Harold Gerhardt, and Bud and Donna Forre, all of Regina, Saskatchewan, Martha and Jack Bogress of Vancouver, British Columbia, Shirley and Leo LaLonde, Sonja and Richard Scholz, all of Calgary; twenty-one nieces and nephews; and thirty-seven great-nieces and great-nephews. Funeral Services will be held at Ogden United Church (7401 - 23 Street S.E.) on Tuesday, February 3, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. with Susan Wilkinson-Mattick L.M. officiating. Graveside Service to follow in the "Field of Honour" at Eden Brook Memorial Gardens. In living memory of Clarice Ainley, 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.
ARNASON -- Colleen (nee Dobslaw), passed away peacefully at the Agape Manor on January 30, 1998 after a courageous battle with cancer. Colleen is survived by husband and best friend, Darryl; parents, Jerry and Marjorie; sisters, Cathy and Karen (Kurt); nieces, Kristin, Chelsea and Halie; and nephew Derek. She will also be sadly missed by Pat and Barry Arnason; as well as many friends and relatives. In celebration of her life, Memorial Services will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Wednesday, February 4, 1998 at HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME, 1708 - 16 Avenue N.W. (across from North Hill Shopping Centre). In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, Breast Cancer Research at 215 - 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 1A2. Funeral and Cremation arrangements in care of HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES, "Heritage Funeral Home". Telephone: 299-0100.
ATKINSON -- Arthur Thomas Atkinson, beloved husband of Janet (Jennie) passed away peacefully at his home in Calgary on January 29, 1998 at the age of 76 years. Besides his loving wife, Arthur will be lovingly remembered and missed by his daughter Lynn (Rick) Walker; son Dennis (Debbie) Atkinson; four granddaughters, Janet Atkinson, Kim, Stephanie and Dana Walker. Also survived by sisters, Jean (Lew) Callaghan, Pearl (Tom) Aquiline; two brothers, Brian and Ronnie; several nieces and nephews; brother-in-law Jack (Freda) Hamilton; and sister-in-law Nicki (Walter) Hudson. Arthur was a native Calgarian and lived here all his life. He was employed by Canadian Western Natural Gas for thirty-five years and retired in 1980. He enjoyed many years trailering. One of his greatest joys in life was his grandchildren. Arthur will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. Service of Remembrance will be held at FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, 3220 - 4 Street N.W. on Wednesday, February 4, 1998 at 3:00 p.m. with Rev. Grant Rodgers of St. Barnabas' Anglican Church officiating. Cremation. If friends desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to Kirby Centre or the Calgary Handi-Bus. FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, Directors. Telephone: 297-0888.
BETTERIDGE -- Shirley Louise Betteridge, beloved wife of Robert (Bob) Betteridge, passed away peacefully at the AGAPE Hospice, February 1, 1998 at the age of 54 years after a heroic battle with a brain tumour. Besides her loving husband Robert, she is survived by her daughter Heather; son Mike; her mother Cleo Budd; brothers, Ron (Ellen), Rick (Joyce); and many other relatives and friends. Born in Belleville, Ontario, Shirley moved to Calgary with her family and attended St. John's Elementary and St. Mary's Senior High Schools. Shirley was a dedicated wife, wonderful mother and fantastic friend. She was very courageous, inspirational and had a profound effect on everyone she met in and around the Tom Baker and Foothills Hospitals and in her time spent in Red Deer, St. Albert, High Level, Rainbow Lake and Fort McMurray. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, February 4, 1998 at 10:30 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church (5504 - 20 Street S.W., Calgary) with visitations Tuesday, February 3, 1998 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Park Memorial Chapel", (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.). Prayers will be held February 3, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. at St. James Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, Shirley requested a donation be made in her name to the Brain Tumour Research Fund at the Foothills, 1403 - 29 Street N.W., Calgary or to the AGAPE Hospice, 1302 - 8 Avenue N.W., Calgary. In living memory of Shirley Betteridge, 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.
BOWLER -- Kathleen (Kay) Bowler, passed away peacefully at home on January 31, 1998 at the age of 71 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband Earl; daughter Leslie (Raymond) Banville of Calgary; son Brian (Gina) Bowler of Weyburn, SK; sister Lorna Rollof of Edmonton; her grandchildren, Ryan (Kathy) Parsons, Robyn Parsons (fiancee Jody Brett), Jesse Bowler, Jennifer Bowler, Darcy Bowler and James Bowler; two special great-grandchildren, Allysa and Brendan; special mention, Elaine (John) Thiessen, Shirley (Bud) Logan, Jim (Cheyenne) Bowler and Joanne Desmarais; as well as numerous relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her son Wayne Bowler, parents, Herbert and Alma Thomas and brother Orville Thomas. Kay had a special love for her needlework, gardening and bridge club activities. Throughout her life she expressed a generous and caring love for others, especially those less fortunate. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Fish Creek Chapel", (14441 Bannister Road S.E.), on Wednesday, February 4, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Neil Campbell of New Life Community Church officiating. Graveside Service to follow at Eden Brook Memorial Gardens. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 417, 5920 - 1A Street S.W., Calgary, Alberta T2H 0G3. In living memory of Kay Bowler, 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.
BUCHAN -- Lillian Buchan, beloved wife of the late George Buchan of Baie Comeau, Quebec, passed away at the Glenmore Auxiliary Hospital on January 26, 1998 at the age of 71. Funeral Services will be held at St. Stephen's Anglican Church (1121 - 14 Avenue S.W.), on Monday, February 2, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. with Archdeacon Bob Purdy officiating. Arrangements in care of LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOMES LTD. "Golden Rule Member". Telephone: 228-4422.
BURFIELD -- Edna Elnora Burfield, aged 87 years, of Calgary. Dear mother of Twila Burfield of Calgary and Stanley (Linda) Burfield of Vancouver, B.C.. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Laura (Mike) Ewles of Calgary and Ken (Cindy) Napper in Ontario; and three great-grandchildren, Christopher and Alyssa Ewles and Emily Napper. Elnora was predeceased by her husband Fred in 1987. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Pierson's Funeral Home, 4121 - 17 Avenue S.E. on Tuesday, February 3, 1998 from Noon to 1:15 p.m. Graveside Service at the Mountain View Cemetery, 17 Avenue S.E. and 100 Street S.E. (Garden Road) on Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. PIERSON'S FUNERAL SERVICE, Directors. Telephone: 235-3602.
DEERING -- (Krauss) Martha Deering, aged 88 years, of Claresholm, Alberta, passed away January 30, 1998. Widow of the late Gordon Deering; and beloved mother and mother-in-law of Agnes and Dana Fancy, Stavely, AB, Larry Deering, Lethbridge, AB, Harvey and Vesper Deering, Claresholm, AB, Phyliss and Arnold Norby, Claresholm, AB, Ruby Anderson, Calgary, AB, Lenora and Ken Jackson, Fort St. John, BC. She is also survived by twenty-two grandchildren, twenty-six great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, five brothers, and three sisters. Mrs. Deering was predeceased by her parents, the late William and Madeline Krauss, husband Gordon 1985, son Ray 1978, son-in-law Dick Anderson 1993, grandson Marty Fancy 1966, also by brothers and sisters. Born at Norton, AB, on October 17, 1909. She married Gordon in 1928 and lived in the Medicine Hat area. She and her late husband resided in Red Deer from 1947 to 1949 where they had a farm and in 1950 moved East of Claresholm where they farmed until retiring to Claresholm in 1968. Martha was a member of the Starline Ladies Club and the Sunshine Club. Funeral Services will be held at LEYDEN'S "Chapel of Remembrance" 4079 - 1 Street West, Claresholm, on Wednesday, February 4, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Barrett Scheske officiating. Private Interment to follow in the Claresholm Cemetery. If desired, donations may be made to S.T.A.R.S. Shock Trauma Air Rescue Society, 1441 Aviation Park N.E., Box 570 Calgary, Alberta T2E 8M7. As a tribute to Mrs. Deering, Leyden's Funeral Homes will make a donation to S.T.A.R.S. LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOMES LTD., Claresholm, Directors of Services, "A Golden Rule Member". Telephone: 1-403-625-3212 or 1-800-883-7702.
EVANS -- Jack (John Stanley) Evans, born June 7, 1916 at Beddington, Alberta, died January 31, 1998 in Calgary at the Peter Lougheed Hospital. Jack is survived by his loving wife Doris; two sons, Harold (Lynn) of Carstairs, Donald (Trudy) of Balzac; three daughters, Joyce of Brooks, Hazel of Acme, Linda of Airdrie; two grandsons, Keith (Marie), Greg; and six granddaughters, Laura (Robert), Heather, Penny, Brandy, Stephanie and Chantal. Jack was predeceased by his eldest son Kenneth in 1949, his parents, Bill and Adelaide Evans, three brothers, Joe, Buster and Doug. He is survived by three sisters, Mae Will, Winnie Griffith and June Nixon, all of Calgary. Jack lived and farmed all his life in the Beddington area until his health failed and he went to the Airdrie Bethany Care Centre in 1994. Our sincere thanks to all the loving and caring staff at Bethany and for the special care from Drs. and Staff on Unit 54 of Peter Lougheed Hospital. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Airdrie Bethany Care Centre to go toward the construction of the Aspen Walk next year or the Balzac United Church Building Fund. Funeral Services will be held at FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, 3220 - 4 Street N.W., on Tuesday, February 3, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Gordon Saville officiating. FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, Directors. Phone: 297-0888.
FARNEY -- Clara B. Farney (nee Vansickle), beloved wife of Harold Farney of Calgary, passed away at home on January 30, 1998 very suddenly at the age of 88 years. Clara was born March 9, 1909 in Stafford, Kansas, the second child of ten children of Arthur and Flossie Vansickle. Clara married Harold on May 31, 1931 and together they followed the oil exploration industry throughout the Central and Southern United States, finally settling in Calgary in September of 1947. Clara was very active in social clubs, a terrific cook, homemaker and a gracious hostess. After raising her family, she took great pleasure in playing the game of golf. Besides her loving husband, Clara is survived by one son Don and daughter-in-law Donna of Calgary; two grandchildren, Rhonda Lee and Greg; a step-granddaughter Darcie; and two great-grandchildren, Fallon and Katie, all of Calgary; six sisters, Ruby (Bobbi), Lorraine, Angie, Mabel, June and Mary. Clara is predeceased by Cleo, Harry (Bud) and Virgie. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Park Memorial Chapel", (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.), on Wednesday, February 4, 1998 at 3:00 p.m., with the Rev Jim Hillson of Riverview United Church, 824 Imperial Way S.W., Calgary, officiating. In living memory of Clara Farney, 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.
FUGLE -- Geraldine Helen (Shearer), born March 3, 1925 at Lethbridge, Alberta, passed away at home on January 28, 1998 after a short bout with cancer. She is lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her husband Bud (Levi); sons, Jim (Darlene), Joe (Karin); daughters, Marion (Bill), Trish, Paula (Don); eight grandchildren and one great-granddaughter; sister Norma Spackman of Calgary. A Memorial Service will be held at the Parksville Funeral Chapel in Parksville, B.C. on February 7, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the District 69 Hospice Society, P.O. Box 1444, Parksville, B.C. V9P 2H4.
GRIFFETT -- Sharon Doris Griffett, passed away at her residence on January 27, 1998, at the age of 48 years. She is the loving mother of Cherie (Dean) Bloodworth of Calgary and grandmother to Taylor Nicole Bloodworth of Calgary. She is also survived by her sister Marion Leech of Tappen, B.C.; and her brother Ted Griffett of Calgary. The Graveside Service will be held at Mountain View Memorial Gardens on Wednesday, February 4, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta (1825 Park Road S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 3Y6). Arrangements entrusted to MOUNTAIN VIEW CEMETERY and FUNERAL HOME, 17 Avenue S.E. at Garden Road (3 km East of 68 Street S.E.). Telephone: 403-272-5555.
GUTHRIE -- Mr. John (Jack) Guthrie passed away peacefully at home in the presence of his loving family on January 29, 1998, after a courageous battle with cancer. Jack is survived by his faithful and loving companion Vera; daughters, Phyllis, Gwenne and Beverley Guthrie; and three grandchildren, Joan, Jevon and Dante (J.J.), all of Calgary. Jack was born in Edmonton, Alberta, May 30, 1930 and was raised in St. Paul, Alberta where he completed his schooling. He later attended the University of Alberta. As a young man, he entered the oil and gas industry, having worked for Velocity Surveyors, General Geophysical and Petty-Ray Geophysical. He then went on to form his own company, Sourcex Geophysical, with partner Mickey Strembitsky and later Noramex Resources. Jack spent much time enjoying his hobby collecting and restoring military vehicles and was a member of the Royal Alberta United Services Institute (R.A.U.S.I.). He had a terrific sense of humour and had fun performing his "Magic Tricks" for young and old alike. In his time of illness, his upbeat personality and graciousness shone through. He will be sadly missed by all those he touched, with his caring, thoughtful and humanitarian character. He was predeceased by his mother and father, Marion and William Dyce Guthrie, brother George and son John. Friends and relatives are invited to a "Celebration of Life" at the Mewata Armories (801 - 11 Street S.W.), Wednesday, February 4, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. The family extends its sincere thanks to Dr. Temple, Nursing Staff of Unit 102 Foothills Hospital, Dr. Langevin, Dr. Melling and the Home Care Palliative Nurses. In lieu of flowers, if desired, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Second Floor, 215 - 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, Alberta T2G 1A2 or the Canadian Diabetes Association (Foothills), 200, 700 - 4 Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta. In living memory of Jack Guthrie, 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.
HATTON -- William Henry Hatton passed away peacefully at the Rockyview General Hospital on Saturday, January 31, 1998. He is the beloved father of Val (Gary) Henderson, Tim Hatton and Karen (Reg) Armstrong; as well as grandchildren, Christopher, Kevin, Morgan and Sierra. He is also survived by four sisters, Marlene, Margaret, Jean and Carolyn (Lynne). A Memorial Service will be held at the Centre for Positive Living in the Wildwood Community Centre, 4411 Spruce Drive S.W., on Saturday, February 7, 1998 at 2:30 p.m. with Rev. Sharon Barlow, officiating. Funeral and Cremation arrangements in care of HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES, "Calgary Crematorium Chapel". Telephone: 299-0111.
HILDENBRAND -- Joanne Frances, passed away peacefully at home on January 30, 1998, after a courageous battle with cancer. She will be greatly missed by her beloved husband Fred; and her three daughters and six grandchildren, Ann Mallory (Dave) and Lisa, Leanne, Christine and Charlie; Susan Trafford (Randy) and Stuart; and Camille Sojer (David) and Stacey. She is also survived by her brother Al Angstman of Houston, Texas; her sister Dorothy Peete of Billings, Montana; and numerous nieces and nephews. Joanne was born in Helena, Montana, on September 19, 1930. She graduated from the University of Montana in business and worked in Montana and New Mexico as a secretary and land-woman. She married Fred on July 18, 1959, and spent the rest of her life in Calgary where she was active in many volunteer capacities including the Junior League, Bel-Aire Community Association, W. Roper Hull Home, church committees and various arts and charitable organizations. She lived her life with an ever-positive outlook, a warm smile, vivacious enthusiasm and a love of life that touched all who knew her. She was a selfless wife, mother, grandmother and friend, who leaves a huge legacy. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, February 3, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. at Riverview United Church, 824 Imperial Way S.W., with Rev. Jim Hillson officiating. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of choice. In living memory of Joanne Hildenbrand 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.
HOSZOUSKI -- Mary Louise Hoszouski (nee Evans) went to be with her Lord and Saviour on January 29, 1998 at the age of 84 years. Mary was born in Sandy Lake, Manitoba, of hardy pioneer stock. Her family homesteaded near Youngstown, Alberta. Reading and correspondence with friends and relatives was her passion. A lifelong member of the Church of the Nazarene, she served the Calgary, 17 Avenue Church in various capacities until its closure. During her retirement years, she was active in the Bow Cliff Seniors, touring and singing with the Sing-A-Longs, Senior Choral Group. Mary is survived by two daughters, Marge Kessler of Calgary, Irene and husband Art Finkenbinder of Brackettville, Texas; a son Truman and Sharon of Calgary; five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and husband John of Vulcan. Mary was predeceased by a son-in-law Gerry Kessler, a sister Bessie Armstrong and brothers, Jack, Wallace and Jim Armstrong. The family wishes to extend special thanks to the staff at Jacques Lodge No. 600 and the Brentwood Nursing Home. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Park Memorial Chapel" (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. today, February 2, 1998. Funeral Services will be held at First Church of the Nazarene (126 - 14 Avenue S.W.), on Tuesday, February 3, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. Bill Bahan officiating. Graveside Service to follow at Mountain View Memorial Gardens. In living memory of Mary Hoszouski, 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.
McNEES -- Dora Mae McNees of Calgary, passed away January 30, 1998 at the age of 93 years. Services will be held in the Chapel of Rocky View Funeral Home, 16 Avenue at Garden Road/100 Street N.E. on Tuesday, February 3, 1998 at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. George Chapman officiating. Private Graveside Services at Queen's Park Cemetery. Arrangements in care of PIERSON'S FUNERAL SERVICE. Telephone: 235-3602.
