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LANDRY (Fortier), Helen Agnes
With her family by her side Helen passed away peacefully on October 7, 2003. She was predeceased by parents Arfidoss and Elizabeth Fortier, special Aunt and Uncle Ernie and Elena Fortier, four brothers Melvin, Hector, Claude, Albert, and special friend Eileen LeBleu. She is survived by her loving husband John of 55 years, son John Jr. (Evelyn), daughters Karen Landry DeCorby (Gerry), Jeanine Wilson (Donny), Celyne Vandermey (Marco) and grandchildren; Mathieu (Gillian), Jon Paul, Michael, Paige, Brett, Taylor, Adam, Myles, Davis and Marcella, sister Muriel Claypole, brothers Jack (Willie), Gordon, Ron (Helen) Fortier and several nieces and nephews. The Family would like to extend a special thank you to Doctor Alan Sobey and the nursing staff of unit 41 of the Grey Nuns Hospital. Also, special thank you to daughter-in-law Evelyn for all the hours of "TLC". A Memorial Service will be held on Monday October 13, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Michael Resurrection Church, 10555 50A Street, Edmonton, Alberta. Simply Cremations & Funeral Service Ltd. Ph: 465-6363.
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LAWTON, Leona May
Our dearly beloved mother and grandmother passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2003 at the age of 92 years. She leaves to cherish her memory, her children Kenneth (Angela), Keith, Sharon, Hamel (Gus) and Marlene France. She will also be fondly be remembered by 16 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her husband Myrlin; four sisters and three brothers. Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, October 14, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. at Evergreen Funeral Chapel, 16204 Fort Road with Reverend Frank Johnson officiating and interment to follow in Evergreen Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the CNIB. Evergreen Funeral Chapel, Cemetery, and Cremation Center. Phone 472-9019.
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BLAKELY, Doris Edna
On Wednesday, December 10, 2003 Mrs. Doris Edna Blakely of Edmonton passed away at the age of 87 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her son, Michael (Heidi); daughter, Dorothy (Ray Lovlin); two grandchildren, Christopher and Charlayne. Doris was predeceased by her husband, Oswald Blakely in 1995. A private family service was held and cremation has taken place. Interment will take place in Westlawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of floral tributes donations may be made to the Good Samaritan Society, Suite 200, 9405 - 50 Street, Edmonton, AB T6B 2T4. Hainstock's Funeral Home & Crematorium, 440-2999. Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial.
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BRUNER, Merle
Merle Bruner of Evansburg, Alberta passed away December 9, 2003, after a long illness. Merle was born on November 2, 1918 in Edmonton. Merle lived in Thorhild Alberta during his younger years and then in Edmonton. After service in WWII Merle married Marie Blanche Clark (Mailhiot) and settled in Evansburg. Merle is lovingly remembered by his loving wife of 50 years, Marie Blanche; his six sons, Ted (Bea), Evansburg, Zane (Sandra) Beaver Lodge, Lee (Chris), Drayton Valley, Jeff (Cathie) Evansburg, Grant (Cathy) Edmonton and Kelly Beiseker; and two daughters, Lisa (Leo) Georget, Regina, SK and Holly Dopking (Clayton Turner), Edmonton; 16 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; two sisters, Redith Miller, Evansburg and Ethel Pare, Surrey, BC; as well as many nieces and nephews also survive Merle. His parents, Roy and Bertha Bruner; his brother and three sisters predeceased Merle. Funeral Services for Merle will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2003 at the Evansburg Legion Hall at 11:00 a.m. in Evansburg, Alberta. Interment will follow at the Evansburg Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Active Care Treatment Centre in Mayerthorpe or to the charity of your choice. Service to be held by Peace Garden Funeral Chapels, Spruce Grove, Wabumun, and Onoway, Lanny Busby Director. 780-892-2749.
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CYMBALUK, Maryanne
On December 2, 2003 Maryanne Cymbaluk of Edmonton passed away at the age of 96 years. She is survived by step sons, Marshal Cymbaluk and Eric Cymbaluk; also three sisters, Doris Ostefachuk, Nellie Conney and Bernice Parker; brother, Peter Sadlowski. Predeceased by her husband, Mike. Family services were held with interment in Evergreen Memorial Gardens.
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ESAK, Mike
November 14, 1927 - December 9, 2003
It is with deep sorrow that the family of Mike Esak announce his passing away after his long and courageous battle with cancer. Mike is lovingly remembered by his wife, Mary of 49 years; his children, Brian (Donna), Michaelene (John), Myron (Lynette), Donna and Holly (Jack); his grandchildren, Wesley, Eric, Stephanie and Candice; two brothers and six sisters; numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Mike was predeceased by his parents, Peter and Anna; one brother, Nick and one sister Dora. A Prayer Service will be held on Friday, December 12, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. at Autumn Rose Funeral Chapel (5036-51st Avenue) in Vegreville, where a Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. Father Nicholai Nicolaev officiating with interment to follow in St. Nicholas Russo-Greek Orthodox Church Cemetery ~ Desjarlais. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Cross Cancer Institute (11560 University Avenue, Edmonton, AB T6G 1Z2) or to the Two Hills Health Care Centre ~ Acute Care. On behalf of Mike's family, they would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the Doctor's and Nursing Staff of the Two Hills Health Care Centre who made Mike's last days so comfortable. Autumn Rose Funeral Home Ltd., Vegreville, 780-603-5800.
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FARNSWORTH, Curtis Gordon
On Saturday, December 6, 2003, Curtis Gordon Farnsworth, passed away due to a car accident at the age of 32 years. Curtis was born July 23, 1971 in Dawson Creek, B.C. He leaves to mourn his two sons, Austin and Curstan; his friend and companion, Mandy Thibodeau; his father and mother, Gordon and Leona; sisters, Debby (Tim) Whitfield of Edmonton, Milly (Walter) Lowen of Lymburn, AB; nieces and nephews, Terry and Justina Lowen, Amanda and Lucas Whitfield; his many relatives and friends. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 13 at 2:00 p.m. at the LaGlace Lutheran Church, LaGlace, Alberta. Donations in memory of Curtis may be made to a Trust Fund at any Alberta Treasury Branch. Howard & McBride Westlawn Chapel 484-5500
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GRAY, James Douglas
James Douglas (Doug) Gray passed away peacefully at home December 6, 2003 at the age of 85 years. The eldest child of Ruth and Leonard, Doug was born on the family ranch at Cabin Lake Alberta on August 12, 1918. He is survived by Ardis, his loving wife of 59 years, twin daughters Jane Hantos (Zoltan) of Vancouver and Judy Gray (Bob Mah) of Calgary, and one adoring granddaughter, Joanna Hantos, also of Vancouver. He additionally leaves to mourn his loss sister Mabel Rooke (Bill) and brother David (Verda) as well as an extended family of nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents as well as two sisters, Jean and Marjorie. Doug's early years were spent on the ranch. Following their marriage in 1944, Doug and Ardis relocated to Toronto where he attended the Radio College of Canada. A return to Alberta in 1948 saw Doug assume employment with Canadian Exploration Company. The nomadic lifestyle of the seismic industry suited Doug to a "t", but in 1950 reality struck with the arrival of twin daughters! The family settled briefly in Hanna and then moved to Calgary. Work in the electronics field was stimulating to Doug and the Calgary experience proved rich in friendships and fine times. The next leg of the journey represented a move to Edmonton with Doug's new career at NAIT. A sabbatical leave to the U of A earned Doug his education certificate and upon its completion he assumed administrative opportunities as Department Head of Food Services. Retirement in 1981 had Doug and Ardis "on the road again" ... this time to a decade of wonderful, warm winters in Arizona. In 1988 they re-established their current permanent residence in Calgary. A well-read intellectual, Doug possessed an ascerbic wit and an appreciation for the "finer things in life". In the mid 1950's while living in Hanna, Doug joined the Fraternal Order of Masons, and at the time of his move to Calgary, also became a Shriner. He was deeply committed to the philanthropic work of the Shrine, as well as a true believer in higher education. He will be sorely missed by all. In Doug's memory the family welcomes donations to the Shriner's Hospital for Children 1529 Cedar Avenue, Montreal Quebec H3G 1A6 or floral tributes. A gathering in honour of Doug's life is planned for Sunday, December 14, 2003 from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. in the Edgemont Room of the Best Western Village Park Inn, 1804 Crowchild Trail NW, Calgary. Personal Alternative Funeral Services, Calgary, AB 1-888-216-5111
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HEATHCOTE, Frederick
On December 9, 2003, Mr. Frederick Heathcote of Edmonton passed away at the age of 83 years with his family at his side. Fred is survived by Janet, his loving wife of 58 years; son Dave (Sue); grandchildren Scott, Michael, Elianie, Kim, Giselie, Caleigh, Erica, Vanessa, Nikki, Brandi, Devon and Kiara. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, December 15, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. at South Side Memorial Chapel, 8310-104 Street. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to the Salvation Army, 9618-101A Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5H 0C7. To send condolences please email to ssmemorial@compusmart.ab.ca South Side Memorial Chapel. Patterson, Mittelstadt & Justik. 432-1601.
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HOLTE, Edith Regina
On December 6, 2003, Mrs. Edith Regina Holte of Edmonton passed away at the age of 98 years. She leaves to mourn her loss one son, Warren (Faye) of Edmonton; one daughter Lois (Dennis) Colcy of Barrie, ON; one daughter-in-law, Wita; eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her loving husband Harvey in 1995 and her son Donald in 2002. The family would like to thank the staff of South Terrace Continuing Care Centre. A Private Family Service was held. Foster & McGarvey Limited Funeral Directors and Licensed Crematorium 428-6666. Owned & Operated by the McGarvey Family since 1929.
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JEWELL, Jessica "Norah" Theresa
"She will be deeply missed and her memory will be treasured always"
On Saturday, December 6, 2003, Norah Jewell passed away peacefully at the Allen Gray Continuing Care Centre. She is survived by her loving husband Kenneth, her son Laurence, and her daughter, Sandra Blatt. She was pre-deceased by her infant son, David in 1944 and her daughter, Lorraine in 1999. She will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by her grandchildren Angela, Michelle, Sean (Shannon), and Gregory as well as her great-grandchildren Jessica, Jeffrey, and Nathan. Norah was born and raised in London, England and came to Canada as a war bride in 1945. She lived in the Athabasca area for many years and later moved to Edmonton where she remained until her death. Her sense of humour, her love of family, and her joie de vivre will be greatly missed by all who knew her, as will her strength of character and her boundless spunk. The family extends their gratitude to the staff at the Allen Gray Continuing Care Centre for their care and support during Norah's final years. There will be no Funeral Service. Cremation has taken place and her family will witness the interment of her ashes at Glenwood Memorial Gardens in Sherwood Park. In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to: The Allen Gray Continuing Care Centre, 5005 28 Avenue Edmonton, Alberta T6L 7G1 (cheques payable to: The Gray House Guild) or to the University Hospital Foundation, 1H1.91 WMC, 8440-112 Street, Edmonton AB, TG6 2B7 or the charity of one's choice.
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