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TETZ -- Herbert Tetz. Born February 3, 1918 - Deceased January 24, 1998. In loving memory of Herbert Tetz. Herb was born in Mendham, Saskatchewan on February 3, 1918 and grew up on the farm there. He moved to Calgary in 1950, where he met and later married Marilyn Bent on September 2, 1952. Herb went to work for Canadian Pacific Railroad in 1952 and stayed with them through till his retirement thirty-one years later on March 1, 1983. During that time Herb and his wife settled in the town of Montgomery, just outside the city of Calgary to raise their family. Herb was a member for thirty-five years in good standing of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Union. He was a longtime member of Montgomery Volunteer Fire Department and served in this capacity until the town was incorporated into the city. During his retirement which he very much enjoyed, he was active in the C.P.R. Pensioners Club and the Montgomery Guys and Dolls Club. He was a volunteer for many things, but one of his favorites was helping out at the annual Beaumont Seniors Picnic. Herb is survived by his loving wife Marilyn; four sons, Andrew John (Sherry) Tetz of Golden, B.C., Ronald Herbert (Yvonne) Tetz of Fairview, AB, Roger Laverne Tetz and David Patrick Tetz, both of Calgary; his three daughters, Rose Edith Wright, Florence April Tetz and Colleen Frances Irene (Ted Haynes) Small of Calgary. Herb is also survived by his brothers and sisters, Tilley Rath and John (Irma) Tetz, both of Medicine Hat, AB, Ester Tibbits of Calgary, Rev. Sam (Evy) Tetz of Vancouver, B.C.; as well as nine grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Herb was predeceased by his father Andrew, November 6, 1974, mother Rosina, April 16, 1940, stepmother Lydia in 1986, brother Andrew Jr. in 1923, and brother Elmer in 1976. Funeral Services will be held in the Chapel of MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday, January 28, 1998 at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the S.T.A.R.S. Air Ambulance Service (Box 570, 1441 Aviation Park N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 8M7) or C.H.R.A. Home Care Unit c/o Senior Operating Officer - Home Care (P.O. Box 4016, Station C, Calgary, AB T2T 5T1). 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.
TRITTER -- Herbert Emmanuel Tritter, beloved husband of Delphine Tritter of Calgary, passed away peacefully at the Peter Lougheed Hospital on January 24, 1998. Herb was born on June 6, 1916 in Calgary and resided in the district of Bridgeland all his life. Although he pursued many and varied interests during his life, music was his greatest passion; family and friends often enjoyed his keyboard melodies. Besides his loving wife of fifty-seven years, Herb is also survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Tom Pickering; his son and daughter-in-law, Duane and Pat Tritter; grandchildren, Bill Farrant, Jim (Lynne) Farrant, Susan Farrant and Shea (Nicole) Tritter; great-grandsons, Casey and Craig Farrant; Kyler and Brayden Tritter. He is also survived by his brothers, Len (Cynthia) Tritter, Milton Tritter; sister Connie (Don) Spicer; sister-in-law Gladys Tritter; as well as many nieces and nephews. Herb was predeceased in 1978 by his grandson Jason Tritter; and brothers, Albert and William. He will be lovingly remembered by his family and friends. The family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks to the staff at the Peter Lougheed Hospital for their kind and compassionate care. A Funeral Service will be held at MEMORIES FUNERAL CHAPEL (12705 Lake Fraser Drive S.E.), on Thursday, January 29, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. with the Rev. Karl English officiating. Flowers are gratefully declined, but if friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements in care of MEMORIES FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORIUM, 12705 Lake Fraser Drive S.E., Calgary, Alberta. Telephone: 403-216-1386.
TROLL -- John passed away January 23, 1998, age 78. Predeceased by wife Ann, daughter Joanne and siblings, Elsie, Joseph, Edward and Lawrence. Survived by daughters, Olga (Mario), (Rae) and Shirley (Cliff); grandchildren, Sandra, John, Judy, Robert, Audra, Glenn, Lynn, Johnny, Melanie, Michael and Jolene; great-grandchildren, Tyler, Mackenzie and Sophia; and siblings, Julius, Mary and Gordon. Will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew him. Prayers at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 29, 1998, BURQUITLAM FUNERAL CHAPEL, 625 North Road, Coquitlam, B.C. Funeral Mass on Friday, January 30, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. at Saint Joseph's Church, 140 Moody Street, Port Moody, B.C. BURQUITLAM FUNERAL HOME. Phone: 1-604-936-9987.
WEILAND -- Carl G. passed away peacefully at the Rosedale Hospice on Saturday, January 24, 1998 at the age of 80 years. Carl will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his three sons, Gord and wife Toby of Edmonton, Robert and wife Christie, and Jeffery and Kristi, all of Calgary; seven grandchildren, Robin, Nathan, Kelsey, Jeffrey, Shelby, Carley and Hailey. He is also survived by his brother Manuel and wife Edith of Medicine Hat, Alberta. He was predeceased by his wife Hilda in 1989. Funeral Services will be held at LEYDEN'S "Chapel of Remembrance" (17 Avenue and 2 Street S.W.) on Friday, January 30, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Frank Breisch officiating. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Rosedale Hospice (920 - 7A Street N.W., Calgary, Alberta T2M 3J3). As a tribute to Carl, Leyden's Funeral Homes will make a Gift of Remembrance to the Rosedale Hospice. Arrangements in care of LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOMES LTD. "Golden Rule Member". Telephone: 228-4422.
WINWOOD -- On January 24, 1998, Christine Winwood of Calgary, formerly of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully at the age of 83 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Joan Winwood (Alf Smith) of Calgary, and Ed (Pat) Winwood of Edmonton; and her dear grandchildren, Darrell and Laura Winwood. She also leaves to mourn one brother John MacKenzie of Calgary; two sisters-in-law; and many nieces and nephews and their families, as well as close friends. Christine was predeceased by her husband Art in 1973, and five sisters. Christine was proud of her Air Force service in World War II. She was known for her desire to keep in touch with everyone by letter writing, and her heart was never far from Cape Breton and her Gaelic roots. A Graveside Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 28, 1998 in Mountain View Cemetery, Field of Honour Section, Lethbridge, Alberta with Reverend Larry D. Hankinson officiating. A Family Prayer Service will be held in Calgary at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. MARTIN BROS. FUNERAL CHAPELS LTD., 610 - 4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta, Directors of the Funeral Service. Telephone: 1-800-382-2901.
YOUNGREN -- Iris Dorothy Youngren, born Iris Dorothy Mudd in Limehouse, England, June 30, 1922, passed away suddenly and painlessly on Friday, January 23, 1998 at the Foothills Hospital, in Calgary, while recovering from surgery. She is survived in Canada by her loving husband Carl Youngren; her children, Lorraine (Lister) Doig and Christopher Youngren; as well as four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; and in England, by her sisters, Audrey (Fred) Davis and Mavis Goodwin; her brother Tony (Janet) Mudd; her especially beloved Aunt Gladys Barker; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Iris was predeceased by her eldest daughter Sandra in 1975. Iris and Carl married in England in May 1943, returning to Carl's home in Alberta with their young family in April 1946. Iris led a busy and accomplished life as a housewife and mother, an organizer for Junior Girl's Curling at the Calgary Winter Club, a political activist, and a working woman. She was secretary of the Calgary North Federal Constituency Office, President of the Alberta Progressive Conservative Women's Association, and a longtime member and Past President of the Calgary Foothills Hospital Auxiliary. In 1972, she presented a petition of several thousand names to The House of Lords in Westminster, England voicing concerns about the repatriation of the Constitution. In 1992, Iris and Carl were each awarded the Confederation Medal of Canada. Funeral Services will be held in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2526 - 24 Avenue N.W., on Wednesday, January 28, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. If friends desire, memorial tributes may be made to the charity of your choice in Iris' memory. Arrangements in care of PIERSON'S FUNERAL SERVICES. Telephone: 235-3602.
ALIBHAI -- Mr. Imtiaz Najmudine Alibhai, passed away in Vermont on January 24, 1998 at the age of 42 years. Funeral Services will be held at the Ismaili Jamat Khana and Centre (4623 - 11 Street N.E.), on Thursday, January 29, 1998 at 12:00 noon. Graveside Service tofollow at the Rocky View Garden of Peace Cemetery. In living memory of Imtiaz Alibhai, 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.
BUCHAN -- Mrs. Lillian Buchan of Calgary, passed away on January 26, 1998 at the age of 72 years. Announcements later by LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOMES LTD. "Golden Rule Member". Telephone: 228-4422.
CASEBEER -- Mr. Loyd George Casebeer, beloved husband of Mrs. Joyce Casebeer for forty-five years, passed away at his residence in Calgary, Alberta on January 25, 1998 after a brief struggle with cancer, at the age of 68 years. Loyd was born October 19, 1929 in Didsbury, Alberta and was raised on the family farm in Carstairs. He began his career in Carstairs with Alberta Pacific Grain in September of 1949 and was transferred throughout the province, promoted to District Manager in 1967. In 1971, Loyd joined the Canadian Wheat Board as an Inspector for the Provost, Medicine Hat and Calgary area, retiring in September of 1992. Loyd was a member of the Third Degree of Knights of Columbus for thirty-five years and became a charter member on January 22, 1977 of the Fourth Degree of Knights of Columbus, St. Anthony's Assembly located in Lloydminster. He was a proud Canadian and his greatest accomplishment was traveling with his wife Joyce, twice across Canada in their motorhome. Loyd was a passionate family man and he enjoyed the time spent with family, especially his grandchildren, sharing his love of cards and games. He also enjoyed many camping trips with family and friends. Besides his loving wife, Loyd is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Dwane and Donna Casebeer of Wetaskiwin, Douglas and Lynette Casebeer, and Colin and Laura Casebeer, all of Edmonton; and two daughters and sons-in-law, Joanne and Bill Barrack of Cereal, and Lori and Don Garland of Calgary; fifteen grandchildren, Corey, Kyle, Darryl, and Krystianna Casebeer, Grant and Brian Casebeer, Mathew and Carley Casebeer, Jennifer, Patricia and Andrea Barrack, and Stephanie, Lindsay, Aaron and Ashley Garland; and three great-grandchildren, Courtney, Daniel and Taylor. He is also survived by two brothers and sisters-in-law, Elwood and Betty Casebeer of Didsbury, and Mernus and Lois Casebeer of Carstairs. Loyd was predeceased by his parents, Willy and Lavina Casebeer, and an infant brother Reaford Casebeer. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at St. Thomas More Catholic Church (15 Templebow Road N.E.), on Thursday, January 29, 1998 at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Thomas More Catholic Church (15 Templebow Road N.E.), on Friday, January 30, 1998 at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Bill Corcoran, Celebrant. Graveside Service to follow at Good Shepherd Catholic Cemetery at Mountain View Memorial Gardens. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the CRHA Home Care, 320 - 17 Avenue S.W., P.O. Box 4016, Station C, Calgary, Alberta T2T 5T1. In living memory of Loyd Casebeer, 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.
de BRAKELEER -- Johanna (Ann) Barbier-de Brakeleer of Calgary, passed away on Monday, January 26, 1998 at the age of 74 years. Beloved mother of Catharina (David) Burgher; and dear grandmother of James Ross, Michelle (Dan) Willis, and their daughter Jessica Johanna. She is also survived by three brothers, three sisters, and a sister-in-law. Johanna was predeceased by a brother and a sister. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Memorial Services will be held at LEYDEN'S "Chapel of Remembrance" (17 Avenue and 2 Street S.W.), on Friday, January 30, 1998 at 3:00 p.m. with the Rev. John Wright officiating. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Salvation Army (1402 - 8 Avenue N.W., Calgary, Alberta T2N 1B9). As a tribute to Johanna, Leyden's Funeral Homes will make a Gift of Remembrance to the Salvation Army. Arrangements in care LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOMES LTD. "A Golden Rule Member". Telephone: 228-4422.
DYCK -- Helen. A gentle soul has left this earth and gone to a place where there is no more pain or suffering. She was born October 2, 1915 in Dunelm, Saskatchewan and passed away January 26, 1998 at Carewest Sarcee. She is survived by her children, Ruth (Cliff) Pegoraro, Norman (Anne) Dyck of Calgary, Elaine (Wayne) Hallam of Airdrie and Jim (Barb) Dyck of Princeton, B.C.; eight grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; and a brother Con (Doreen) Nuefeld of Trail, B.C. Helen was predeceased by her husband Peter in 1981 and granddaughter Cassie Hallam in 1987. Memorial Service to be conducted by Rev. A. Chamberlain at Carewest Sarcee Chapel, 3504 - 29 Street S.W. on Friday, January 30, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. Our heartfelt thanks to the nurses and staff for their tender and loving care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Carewest Foundation for Carewest Sarcee Unit III or the Calgary Handibus. For information call FIRST MEMORIAL at 297-0717.
FOWELL -- Beppie Maria of Calgary passed away, surrounded by love, at the Glenmore Park Auxiliary Hospital on Monday, January 26, 1998 at the age of 72 years. Beppie was born in Holland. She came to Canada in 1947, settling in Oak Lake, Manitoba in 1954. She moved to Calgary where she resided until the time of her passing. Beppie was a former member of Woodcliff United Church, Christ Lutheran Church and First Lutheran Church. Mom will be lovingly missed by her two sons, Larry and Darrell, and their families; nieces, Jenny McMullen and Laren Fowell, brothers, sisters, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her loving husband Frank. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Devotions at LEYDEN'S "Chapel of Remembrance" (17 Avenue and 2 Street S.W.), today at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at First Lutheran Church (Strathcona Boulevard and 14 Avenue S.W.), on Thursday, January 29, 1998 at 2:30 p.m. with Rev. Remo Madsen officiating. Graveside Services to follow at Queen's Park Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the church of your choice. As a tribute to Beppie, Leyden's Funeral Homes will make a Gift of Remembrance to the First Lutheran Church. Arrangements in care of LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOMES LTD. "Golden Rule Member". Telephone: 228-4422.
GRINER -- Denise Jane, beloved and loving mother of John Jordan Griner, at Markham - Stoufville Hospital, Markham, Ontario on Sunday, January 25, 1998. Predeceased by her mother Thora (1995) and her father John Griner (1982). Denise, at the age of 51, passed away peacefully after a long and courageous battle with breast cancer. She will be sadly missed by her son Jordan, Jordan's father Daniel Waito, and her many friends in Toronto and Calgary. Denise will be remembered for her indomitable spirit, her positive and inspirational attitude, and her unfailing loyalty and concern for friends, family and business associates. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, January 29 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Nicholas Anglican Church, 1512 Kingston Road, Scarborough, Ontario. In lieu of flowers, donations to Jordan's trust fund would be greatly appreciated. Please make cheques payable to "The Jordan Griner Trust", 13 Summerhill Avenue, Toronto, ON, M4T 2Y4. Local inquiries 270-2020 (Sharon).
GULLIVER -- Ruby, of Calgary, passed away at the Bow Crest Nursing Home on January 25, 1998 at the age of 84 years. She is the loving mother of two daughters, Kathleen Buchner and Beth Fulton; as well as one sister Teenie Murray. Ruby is also survived by her loving four grandsons and three granddaughters, as well as her eight great-grandsons and one great-granddaughter. She was predeceased by her husband Leslie, sisters, Alice Craig, Nora Reimer, Edith Smith, and brother Jack Lee. Funeral Services will be held in the Chapel of MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME on Friday, January 30, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. Interment to follow at Mountain View Memorial Gardens. 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.
HANCOCK -- Violet Hancock passed away at the Peter Lougheed Centre on January 26, 1998 at the age of 76 years. Violet will be lovingly remembered by her husband Charles (Chuck); sons, Pat Hancock, Dennis (Pam) Hancock of Calgary; daughter Joanne Wilbur (Cory) of Las Vegas, Nevada; grandchildren, Kim Wilbur of Murray, Kentucky, Jason Hancock and Carly-Jo Hancock of Calgary. At Vi's request, no Service will be held. Arrangements in care of FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, 3220 - 4 Street N.W. Phone: 297-0888.
HENDRICKS -- Donald Hendricks of Calgary, and formerly of Hardisty, AB, passed away on January 26, 1998 at the age of 73 years. Donald is survived by two sisters, Mabel Morrison of Edmonton, Norma Dell (Ken) Angevine; two brothers, Orval (Doris) and Harold (Joyce), all of Calgary; and several nieces and nephews. Donald was predeceased by his mother, father, two sisters, and three brothers. Memorial Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Fish Creek Chapel" (14441 Bannister Road S.E.), on Friday, January 30, 1998 at 11:00 a.m. 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 Donald Hendricks, 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.
KIRBY -- Frances Mary Patricia "Frankie" Kirby passed away suddenly on Monday, January 26, 1998 at the Stettler Health Centre, Stettler, AB. She is survived by her sister Dorothy Kirby. Was predeceased by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Kirby. Funeral Mass for the late Frances Kirby will be held at the Christ-King Catholic Church, 4916 - 54 Street, Stettler, AB, on Thursday, January 29, 1998 at 11:00 a.m. BRENNEN FUNERAL HOME, 4819 - 49 Street, P.O. Box 193, Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0, are entrusted with arrangements. Telephone: 1-403-742-3315.
LOFTUS -- John Nelson. Beloved husband of Brenda, devoted and loving father of Jenna, Sarah and John Rory, died suddenly on January 16, 1998 at home in Creston, B.C. at the age of 43. Also left to mourn his passing are his mother Gertrude; his four sisters, Joyce (Ron), Valerie, Lynn and Alanna; and nieces and nephews; Brenda's family, Jo Tolton; brothers, Dwight, Gordon, and families. John will be missed by many friends he made wherever he travelled. John was predeceased by his father John Sr. on March 18, 1988. The strength John gained through his life struggles and his fifteen years of sobriety enabled him to be instrumental in the development and progression of drug and alcohol treatment programs. His compassion for others and his commitment toward the healing of First Nations People were his guiding principles in life. John's example of reaching out to those in need is an inspiration for all of us to carry on. Everyone will remember John for his unique sense of humor, his warm and generous spirit. Services were held on January 21, 1998 from the Lower Kootenai Indian Band Complex, Creston, B.C. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ktunaxa/Kinbasket Wellness Centre, RR 1, Site 7B, Box 17, Creston, B.C. V0B 1G0.
