- Alberta, Canada, Marriages Index, 1898-1944 -
- Alberta, Newspaper BMD Index, 1889-2012 -
- Shop now for incredible insights into your wellbeing -
WHITE -- Mrs. Anne White, beloved wife of Mr. Morton White of Calgary, passed away at the Bethany Care Centre in Airdrie on January 9, 1998. Announcements later by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES "Park Memorial Chapel", 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W., CALGAR. Telephone: 403-243-8200.
ARCHER -- Tony. A Memorial Mass Service will be held at Ascension Catholic Church (1100 Berkshire Boulevard N.W.), on Thursday, January 15, 1998 at 7:30 p.m. Mass is being held by his wife Marietta and daughter Lori Anne. In lieu of flowers, a donatin may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 1825 Park Road S.E., Calgary, Alberta T2G 3Y6.
FOX -- Mrs. Anna (Jackie) Fox, beloved wife of Mrs. George Fox of Calgary, passed away peacefully at her residence on January 9, 1998, following an extended illness at the age of 79 years. She will be affectionately remembered as a devoted wife, lovig mother and proud grandmother. Besides her loving husband, Anna is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Douglas and Ann Fox of St. Louis, Missouri, Ken and Janice Fox of Las Vegas, Nevada; and six grandchildren. She is also survived by a brother Arnold Shackman and a sister Lily Gurvitch, both of Calgary. She was predeceased by two sisters, Bessie Rintoul and Florie Boresky. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McInnis & Holloway's "Chapel of the Bells" (2720 Centre Street North), on Monday, January 12, 1998 from 6:00 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 Tuesday, January 13, 1998 at 3:00 p.m. with the Rev. Jack P. Hetzel of St. Matthew Lutheran Church officiating. Graveside Service to follow at Queen's Park Cemetery. The family request, in lieu of flowers, a memorial gift to St. Matthew Lutheran Church Building Fund, 66 - 7 Street N.E., Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2E 4B7. In living memory of Anna Fox, 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.
McLAREN -- Reverend Dr. R.A. (Bob) McLaren died peacefully on Friday, January 9, 1998, surrounded by his family. Born in Crossfield, Alberta in 1910, he was the founder of the Naramata Centre for the United Church of Canada and spent seventeen tireless years launching the Leadership Training School for lay people. As well, Bob was the Field Secretary in B.C. for four years and served as minister for Pouce Coupe, B.C., Castor, AB, Renfrew United Church in East Vancouver, and for Cadboro Bay United in Victoria. He is survived by his wife Alleen; his daughter Betty Richards (Allan, Debbie and Stratos, Ted and Nicole, Michelle and Brad), Bob McLaren (Robbie and Roland), Kenn McLaren (Chris and Lonnie), and predeceased by his son Edwin McLaren. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, January 13, at 2:00 p.m. at St. Aidan's United Church, 3703 St. Aidans, Victoria. Phone 604-477-2089. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Bob McLaren Memorial Fund at Naramata Centre for Continuing Education, Box 68, Naramata, B.C. FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES in Victoria. Telephone: 1-250-384-5512.
MITCHELL -- Douglas Scott. The beloved son of Mrs. Lena Mitchell died on January 2, 1998 at age 52. He will be sadly missed by his wife Terri, his stepson Chad, his stepdaughter Aleesha, and two grandchildren, all of Texas; and by his mother Mrs. Len Mitchell of Calgary. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel of the Cross Bow Auxiliary Hospital, 1011 Centre Avenue East, on Tuesday, January 13 at 2:30 p.m., with Rev. Michael Ward officiating.
PERRETT -- Charles, beloved husband of Evelyn Perrett of Calgary, passed away at the Peter Lougheed Hospital on January 8, 1998 at the age of 77 years. He is the loving father of Mavis (John) Kroeger, Wayne (Judy) Perrett, Don Perrett, Robert Perrett Debra (Stephen) Thor, Raymond Perrett, Norman (Arlene) Perrett, Charlene (Lyle) Gilroy and Kevin Perrett, all of Calgary. Charles is also survived by his six grandchildren, Ken, Greg, Misti, Kimberly, Jessica and Jordan; his four great-grandchildren, Nikolai, Matthew, Kyle and Raquell; as well as his five sisters, Vera, Dorothy, Hilda, Evelyn and Margaret; his brother Jack; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents, Florence and George, his daughter Carol, and his brother Eric. Funeral Services will be held in the Chapel of MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME, on Tuesday, January 13, 1998 at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made directly to the Palliative Care Unit at the Peter Lougheed Hospital, (3500 - 26 Avenue N.E. Calgary, T1Y 6P8). Arrangements and Cremation 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.
ROMERIL -- Linda Ann Romeril, of Calgary, passed away January 8, 1998 at the age of 51 years. She is survived by her father Del Romeril of Lethbridge, and her brother Donald Romeril of Calgary. She was predeceased by her mother Marion. Funeral Servics will be held at Pierson's Funeral Home, 4121 - 17 Avenue S.E. on Tuesday, January 13, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery. Arrangements in care of PIERSON'S FUNERAL SERVICE. Telephone: 235-3602.
SCHOFIELD-CANHAM -- Leonard (Leo) of Calgary passed away at the Sarcee Auxiliary Hospital on Friday, January 9, 1998 at the age of 82 years. A Memorial Service is to be held at St. Peter's Anglican Church on Thursday, January 15 at 11:00 a.m. In lieuof flowers, donations may be made to the Rockyview Bed Fund, Calgary Health Trust. Telephone: 541-3704.
VANCE -- Ellen (Ellie) Beatrice Vance, (nee Mayhew) of Calgary, passed away suddenly at home on January 7, 1998, at the age of 83 years. Ellie was born November 3, 1914 in Calgary, and spent her childhood years in the Glenmore district. She gained he love of gardening and flowers from her parents, Fred and Emma, who owned and operated Mayhew Market Garden. Ellie was still an avid gardener and enjoyed her flower gardening until her death. She met and married Dexter (Dex) in the early thirties. As a young family they lived in (Fort William) Thunder Bay from 1942 until 1947 and then returned to Calgary, purchasing their home in the Windsor Park area, where Ellie resided until her passing. She is the loving mother of three sons, a daughter and three daughters-in-law, Robert and Heather Vance of Bragg Creek, Fred and Violette Vance of Red Deer, Vallory Vance, Lorne and Debbie Vance, all of Calgary; seven grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, as well as several cousins, nieces, nephews and valued friends. Ellie is predeceased by her husband "Dex" and two brothers, Frederick "Scotty" and Billey Mayhew. Those wishing it pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Park Memorial Chapel", (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.), on Monday, January 12, 1998 at 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at McInnis & Holloway's "Park Memorial Chapel", (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.), on Tuesday, January 13, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. Graveside Service to follow at Queen's Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes can be made directly to the Alberta Children's Hospital, 1820 Richmond Road S.W., Calgary, Alberta T2T 5C7. In living memory of Ellie Vance, 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.
WINSHIP -- Mrs. "Gussie" Winship passed away peacefully in London, England, December 25, 1997 at the age of 84. She is survived immediately by a sister, two sons and grandchildren. Her son Peter, who resides in Calgary, will create a memoriam in his arents honour. Contact Parks Foundation. Telephone: 268-4751.
ZALASKI -- Mrs. Anne Zalaski of White Rock, B.C., formerly of Calgary, Alberta, passed away at Peace Arch Hospital, White Rock, on January 5, 1998 at the age of 85 years. Relatives and friends are invited to meet for Prayers at LEYDEN'S "Chapel of Reembrance" (17 Avenue and 2 Street S.W.) today, January 11, 1998 at 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at St. Vladimir's Ukrainian Orthodox Church (402 Meredith Road N.E.) on Monday, January 12, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Taras Krochak officiating. Graveside Services to follow at Queen's Park Cemetery. Arrangements in care of LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOMES LTD. "Golden Rule Member". Telephone: 228-4422.
BRAUNWARTH -- Victor Leonard, beloved husband of Wilhelmina (Minnie) Braunwarth, High River, passed away at the High River Hospital on January 10, 1998 at the age of 86 years. Besides his wife, Vic is survived by his son Lyle (Dot) Braunwarth, High Rver; his daughters, Faye Cumbers (Jim Howe) and Karen (Bob) Crawford, all of High River, and Judy (Dwayne) Giroux, Foremost, Alta.; and his grandchildren, Shelly and Donald Braunwarth, Brandie and Carrie Cumbers, Sean, Jody and Michael Crawford, and Hung Quang and Jeff Giroux. Vic is also survived by his sisters, Violet Kennedy, Drayton Valley, and Dorothy (Bud) Husby, Sechelt, B.C.; and his brother Ted (Doris) Braunwarth, Indus, Alta. He was predeceased by his sisters, Edith Craig, Mildred Prusky, Olive Braunwarth, Nellie Newell, Gladys Pallisen and Lillie Dawn Bayford, and his brothers, Charlie and William. Funeral Services for Vic will be held at SNODGRASS FUNERAL CHAPEL, High River, on Wednesday, January 14 at 2:00 p.m., the Rev. David Robertson of High River United Church officiating. Cremation will follow. If desired, memorial donations may be made in Vic's memory to the Friendship Centre, 504 - 7 Street West, High River, T1V 1B7, to "Happy Trails", 129 - 3 Avenue S.W., High River, T1V 1R9 or to the charity of your choice. SNODGRASS FUNERAL HOME LTD. (652-2222) Directors.
FECH -- Olga Martha Fech passed away at the Peter Lougheed Centre on January 8, 1998 at the age of 90 years. She is survived by her daughter Helene Heier of Gadsby; sons, Erich (Adele) Fech, Leo (Ofalia) Fech, and Oscar Fech, all of Calgary. Olga is lso survived by twenty grandchildren and thirty-six great-grandchildren and numerous family and friends. Olga was predeceased by husband Emil Fech and daughter Martha Riess. Relatives and friends are invited to Visitation at FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, 3220 - 4 Street N.W. on Thursday, January 15, 1998 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at Bridgeland Evangelical Missionary Church, 235 - 8a Street N.E. on Friday, January 16, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made directly to the Bridgeland Evangelical Missionary Church. FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, Directors. Telephone: 297-0888.
GAJDA -- Adeline Mary passed away at the Agape Manor Hospice after a courageous battle with cancer on January 9, 1998, at the age of 65 years. She will be sadly missed by her sons, Michael (Patti) and Stefan (Lee); sister Alice (Ron) Sinclair; brothes, Vic (Greta) Paish and Walter Paish; grandchildren, Matthew, Emily and Ashley; and by numerous relatives and friends. Adeline was predeceased by her husband Stefan and daughter Theresa. After the death of her husband, Adeline continued raising her sons and operating East End Shoes. She will be fondly remembered by her many friends and acquaintances. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at Jacques Funeral Home, 240 - 17 Avenue S.W., on Tuesday, January 13, at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Ukranian Catholic Church, 704 - 6 Street N.E. on Wednesday, January 14, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. with Reverend Anton Tarasenko, Celebrant. Interment to follow at St. Mary's Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Agape Manor Hospice. Jacques Funeral Home, Directors. Telephone: 297-0711.
GORMAN -- Susanne Bowie. On January 9, 1998 Susanne went to be with her Lord at the age of 88 years, while being at the Cross Bow Auxiliary Hospital. Funeral Services will be held at HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME, 1708 - 16 Avenue N.W. (across from North Hil Shopping Centre) on Tuesday, January 13, 1998 at 1:00 p.m., Rev. Jim Elliott of First Alliance Church officiating. Interment to follow at Queen's Park Cemetery. Funeral arrangements in care of HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES "Heritage Funeral Home". Telephone: 299-0100.
HAY -- David James of Calgary, formerly of Vulcan, went to by with his Lord on January 10, 1998. He passed away at the age of 74 years at the Rockyview General Hospital. He is survived by his wife of forty-seven years, Grace; son Jeff (Fay); daughterDana (Garth Johnson); three grandchildren, Erik, Tanis and Kara; his three sisters, Betty Hunte (Dr. Gordon), Anne Davidson (Brian), all of Calgary, and Nettie Cunningham of Seattle; along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and in-laws. He was a caring and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, in-law and friend. He worked at Dominion Bridge for thirty-eight years, was active in the community and his church. He was always willing to help and will be greatly missed by many. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta or the Alberta Lung Association. Services will be held at Southwood United Church, 10690 Elbow Drive S.W., on Thursday, January 15, 1998 at 1:30 p.m., Rev. Alan Schooley officiating.
JONES -- Garry Wayne Jones, age 49, died suddenly at Carson City, Nevada, January 9, 1998. Announcements for Private Family Service to follow.
NIEBOER -- Fred Nieboer passed away at the Rockyview General Hospital on Saturday, January 10, 1998 at the age of 89 years. Fred is survived by his devoted wife Lillian; his children, Walter (Shirley) Nieboer, Joanne (Harry) Vankeimpema, Nell (Tom) Sith, and Frank (Louise) Nieboer; stepsons, Walter (Heather) Wilderman and Wayne (Terry) Wilderman; fourteen grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Fred was born in Vlaardingen, The Netherlands in 1908, immigrated with his family to Canada in 1951 and settled in Calgary where he worked as an accountant until he retired. He was predeceased by his first wife Johanna in 1970. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 703 Heritage Drive S.W., on Wednesday, January 14, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Karl English officiating. In lieu of flowers, if desired, a donation in Fred's memory may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 1825 Park Road S.E., Calgary, AB, T2G 3Y6. Funeral and Cremation arrangements in care of HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES "Calgary Crematorium Chapel". Telephone: 299-0111.
SANTIAGO -- Bienvenido Santiago Jr., beloved husband of Sallie and father of Gary, Jerome and Karen, went home to be with the Lord on January 7, 1998 at the age of 55 years. Viewing and Funeral dates will be announced on January 14 to allow out-of-contry family members to arrive.
