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McDONALD, Lillian Margaret (nee Harris)
On August 10, 2004, Lillian Margaret McDonald of Edmonton passed away at the age of 86 years. It is with sadness the family announces the passing of our mother, grandmother, great-grandmother on August 10th, 2004. Lillian is survived by her loving family, her daughter Gale (Bob) Johnson; her son Dennis (Anna) McDonald; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one sister Patricia Leverton; as well as nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Arthur "Cyc"; her parents; and brothers John, Len, Alfred "Buster" and Leslie. A Funeral Service will be held at Connelly-McKinley Funeral Home, on Friday, August 13, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. with interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends who so wish may make memorial donations directly to the Edmonton General, Unit 4Y - 11111 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton T5K 0L4. Connelly-McKinley Ltd., 10011-114 Street, (780) 422-2222,
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ORACHESKI, Hazel Pearl
On Friday, August 6, 2004, Hazel Pearl Oracheski of Irma, passed away at the Misericordia Hospital in Edmonton at the age of 78 years. Hazel is survived by Joe, her loving husband of 59 years, 6 sons and 3 daughters: Ron (Peggy) of Irma, Dennis, of Edmonton, Gordon (Sharon) of Irma, Randy and Keith of Irma, Carol of Wainwright, Elaine (Douglas) of Edmonton, Gary of Irma, and Laurie Day of Edmonton; 20 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren; and many relatives and friends. Hazel was predeceased by her parents Frank and Myrtle Wyand and 1 brother Allen. A Funeral Service for Hazel will be held on Wednesday, August 11, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at the Irma School Gymnasium. Donations may be made to: Stars, Building 16, 2900 Airport Road, Edmonton, AB T5G 0W6, or to the donor's choice. A special thanks to the ICU staff at the Misericordia Hospital for the care and support given to Hazel and her family during her stay. Creech's Funeral Home, Wainwright in care of arrangements. 780-842-4211.
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PARENT, Charles Alfred
1921 - 2004
On August 8, 2004, Charlie Parent of Edmonton, passed away at the age of 83 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Ruth; daughter Patricia and Bob; son Peter and Mary; grandchildren Ian, Scott, Jeff, Greg, Steven and Danielle. He is also survived by brothers and sisters, Dave, Eleanor, Ralph, Wilf, Marie, Paul, Joe and Ed; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister Vivian. He was a thoughtful and gentle family man. A loving husband, father, grandfather and friend and will be lovingly missed by all who knew him. The family wishes to thank all caregivers at Capital Home Care and Bayshore. Also thanks to Dr. R. Shute and the staff at unit 42, Grey Nuns Hospital. A Funeral Service will be held at Sherwood Park-Millwoods Chapel, 4820 Meridian Street (access off of Hwy 14 South) on Thursday, August 12, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Clement Gauthier officiating. Interment to follow in the adjacent Our Lady of Peace Cemetery. Friends who so wish may make memorial donations directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 1200 College Plaza, 8215 - 112 Street, Edmonton T6G 2C8. Connelly-McKinley Ltd., "Sherwood Park- Millwoods Chapel" (780) 468-4222,
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PASKO, Rosie "Rose" Dominica (nee Rizzi)
November 1, 1919 - August 8, 2004
On Sunday, August 8, Rose Dominica Pasko of Wabamun passed away at the age of 84 years. Rosie is lovingly remembered by her children, James of Jasper; Garry (Gail) of Wabamun, Elaine (Bob) McKee of Stony Plain, Shirley McKone of Wabamun, Virginia (Allen) Wichuk of Darwell, Linda (Don) Kippen of Edson, Larry (Barb) of Onoway and Judy (Larry) Cooper of Wabamun; twenty-two grandchildren, Rebecca, Donald (Kristi), Nicholas, Tony (Kim), Joe, Amber, Aaron, Kristine, Michael, Stephen, Stephanie, Candace (Troy), Amanda, James, Curtis (Shelley), Chad, Odessa (Michael), Jessica, Pamela, Andrew, Justin and Graham; nine great-grandchildren, James, Lochlan, Foster, Damion, Dawson, Ben, Brett, Faith and Hope as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Rosie was predeceased by her husband, Arnold (1989); one son, Tony (1971); her parents, one brother and six sisters. Friends and relatives are invited to pay their respects on Thursday, August 12 at 7:00 P.M. from Parkland Funeral Chapel, 3502 - 44 Avenue, Stony Plain. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, August 13 at 1:00 P.M. from Stony Plain United Church, 5014 - 51 Avenue with Reverend Bert Giffen officiating. Interment to follow in Westlawn Memorial Gardens, Edmonton. If friends desire memorial tributes may be made to Alberta Cancer Foundation, Cross Cancer Institute, 11560 University Avenue, Edmonton, AB T6G 1Z2. Parkland Funeral Services of Stony Plain in care of arrangements. 963-2520. An Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial
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REDINGER, Kevin Scott
passed away August 6, 2004, age 33. Son of Joe and Sharna Redinger, formerly of Duhamel, Alberta. Graveside Service at St. Thomas Historical Cemetery; 5 mile South of Junction 13 and 21 - 1 mile East of Battle River Bridge; 2:30 p.m. August 12.
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GAGLIARDI, Giuseppe Eugenio (Joe)
1923 - 2004
Giuseppe Eugenio (Joe) Gagliardi, beloved husband of Emilia of Calgary, passed away peacefully, with his daughter Nella at his side, at the Beverly Centre, on Monday, August 30, 2004 at the age of 81 years. Joe was born in Malito Cosenza, Italy on August 3, 1923. He married Emilia in 1948. Joe immigrated to Alberta in 1951 and started his employment with CNR where he worked for twenty-nine years. He and Emilia spent thirty-seven years in Edmonton and then moved to Calgary in 1996. Giuseppe and Emilia loved to travel in their RV throughout North America. They later became "Snowbirds" and travelled to their condo in Mesa, AZ. When he was not travelling, Joe enjoyed going to Garage Sales, adding to his collection of treasures. Besides his loving wife of 55 years, Giuseppe is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Anna and Keith Clyburn of Victoria, BC and Nella and Franco Benacchio of Calgary; a granddaughter Daniella who was the light of his life; and family in Italy. Giuseppe was predeceased by his parents, Anna and Antonio; and brother Vincenzo. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at McInnis & Holloway'S Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North, Calgary, AB) on Friday, September 3, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Spirit Catholic Church (10827 - 24th Street S.W., Calgary, AB) on Saturday, September 4, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Paul Pinto, Presider. Graveside Service to follow at Queen's Park Mausoleum. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes Association, #105, 7500 Macleod Trail S.E., Calgary, AB T2H 0L9 Telephone: (403) 266-0620. Special thanks to his angels here on earth, (the caregivers and companions at the Beverly Centre) for the care and compassion provided to Papa Joe. In living memory of Joe Gagliardi, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 Centre Street North, Calgary, Telephone: (403) 276-2296.
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GLEDHILL, Eileen Marie
On August 24th 2004, Eileen passed away at the age of 87 years. Eileen leaves to mourn her daughter Isabelle and son-in-law Dennis Nash of Sherwood Park; one sister Janet (Peter) Layne; niece Hannah Layne; nephew Duncan (Julie Murray) Layne in England; and niece Michelle (Edward) Jelliman and her family Liam and Shanen in South Africa; cousins Joan (David) Evans, Shelagh (Malcolm) Morriss and her family Patrick and Christrohm in England. Eileen was predeceased by her devoted husband of 53 years Fred, an infant son Andrew Timothy, her brother Bert and her parents Mary and Bertie Gollin. Eileen was born and raised in Derbyshire, England. She worked at Robinsons of Chesterfield before marrying. Later she became an orthopaedic appliance fitter. Eileen was an excellent cook and cake decorator developing this talent into a thriving catering business. In 1989 Eileen and Fred immigrated to Canada and enjoyed their retirement traveling. Eileen was an active member of the Women's Institute in England and Canada for 69 years and of the Chesterfield Flower Club. Special thanks go to Dr. Michael Chiu, Ruth Ingles R.N., Florence Boschman and all the members of the Strathcona County Home Care Team for their support and care over the past three years. Thank you also to all the staff on Unit 51 at the Grey Nuns Community Hospital for their compassionate care during the past month. Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Eileen's life will be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 13 Brower Drive, Sherwood Park, at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, September 3 with Reverend Marvin Ziprick officiating. A buffet lunch will be held in the Parish Hall and inurnment will follow in Glenwood Memorial Gardens. Friends who wish may make memorial donations directly to the Nature Conservancy of Canada, 110, Eglinton Avenue West, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario M4R 1A3. www.natureconservancy.ca or to the Strathcona County Library, 104, 2020 Sherwood Drive, Sherwood Park, T8A 5P7, for enhancement of their large print book collection. Howard & McBride Chapel of Chimes, 422-1141
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GROSSI, Filiberto
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of one of our Brothers, Filiberto Grossi on August 23, 2004. On behalf of the Executive Board and Members of the Operating Engineers, Local 955 we extend our deepest sympathies.
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IRWIN, Monsignor William (Bill)
Order of Canada Member
On Sunday, August 29, 2004, Monsignor William (Bill) Irwin of Edmonton, passed away peacefully at the age of 76 years. He is survived by nieces and nephews, Richard (Lara) Irwin, and their children Shannon ( Ryan) Soper, Bonnie and Amy; Jack (Andrea) Irwin and their children Jennifer and Allison; Jim (Shelagh) Irwin and their children Amanda and Melanie; Pattijean Watchman and her children Emily and Molly; Bill Evans, Barb Evans and Catherine Evans; as well as numerous other relatives and many dear friends. Father Bill was predeceased by his parents, Bergetta and Roy Irwin, his brother Dick Irwin and his sister-in-law Barb Irwin, as well his sister Jean Evans. Prayers will be held Sunday, September 5, 2004, 2:00 p.m., at St. Joseph Basilica, where Most Reverend Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Edmonton, will preside at a Mass of Christian Burial, followed by interment in the Clergy plot in Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated directly to: The Sign of Hope Society, 8815-99 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T6E 3V3. The family wishes to extend it's gratitude to the Doctors and nurses and support staff of Stations 53 and 41, and the Emergency Unit of the Royal Alexandra Hospital. Connelly-McKinley Ltd., 10011-114th St.; (780) 422-2222,
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KERRY, Emilie
On August 29, 2004 Mrs. Emilie Kerry of Edmonton passed away at the age of 80 years. She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her loving family, son Craig (Celeste) of Edmonton; son-in-law Normin Simpson of Calgary; grandchildren, Cole and Camrie; her sister Anne (Mike) Burtnik of Edmonton; as well as many other relatives and friends. Emilie is predeceased by her husband Harry, daughter Lauren, brothers, Mike, Nick, Walter and John; and sister Stephenie. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, September 3, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. at Appel Funeral Home/Central Memorial Chapel, 10530-116 Street, Edmonton. In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to Millwoods Shepherd's Care Centre, 6620 - 28 Avenue, Edmonton, T6K 2R1. Appel Funeral Home/ Central Memorial Chapel 454-8088. "Our Family Serving Your Family"
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