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WONG -- Mrs. Pearline Wong (nee Lyn), beloved wife of Mr. Edward Wong of Calgary, passed away at the Peter Lougheed Hospital on December 29, 1997, after a short illness, at the age of 76 years. Pearline was born February 17, 1921 in Jamaica, West Indes. She immigrated to Miami, Florida and then settled in Calgary, Alberta. Besides her loving husband Edward Wong, Pearline is also survived by her children, Tony, Michael, Sonia (Chin), Wayne, and Helen (Fong); thirteen grandchildren and a great-grandchild; plus numerous family and friends in Canada, U.S.A. and Jamaica. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Chapel of the Bells" (2720 Centre Street North), today, January 2, 1998 at 3:00 p.m. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, Second Floor, 215 - 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, Alberta T2G 1A2. In living memory of Pearline Wong, 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.
ARCHAMBAULT -- Rita Arlene of Calgary, formerly of Blackie, Alta., passed away at the Bethany Care Centre, Calgary on January 1, 1998 at the age of 85 years. Rita is survived by her daughter Lorraine (Jim) Williscroft; and her son Stanley (Fran) Archmbault, all of Calgary; and her grandchildren, Rob, Michelle and Don, David, Gerald, Ken and Betty. She is also survived by five sisters and brothers. She was predeceased by her husband Eli on July 13, 1975. Rita and Eli operated Rita's Coffee Counter at Blackie from 1946 until 1974. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Francis de Sales Roman Catholic Church, High River, on Tuesday, January 6 at 10:30 a.m., the Very Rev. Father Patrick Cramer, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Highwood Cemetery. If desired, contributions may be made in Rita's memory to the Bethany Care Centre, 916 - 18A Street N.W., Calgary T2N 1C6. Rita's family would like to express a sincere thank you to the staff of Level Eight, M.D.E. at Bethany Care Centre, Calgary. SNODGRASS FUNERAL HOME LTD. (652-2222 or 938-3111), Directors.
CHIN -- Jim Chin of Calgary, passed away at the Peter Lougheed Centre on January 1, 1998 at the age of 89 years. Announcements later by FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, Directors. Phone: 297-0888.
CHRISMAS -- Mrs. Gertrude Chrismas of Calgary, passed away at the Cedars Villa Nursing Home on January 2, 1998 at the age of 88 years. Announcements later by LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOMES LTD. "Golden Rule Member". Telephone: 228-4422.
COLLINS -- Mr. Paul Francis Collins of West Vancouver, passed away on Christmas Eve, 1997 at the age of 85. Beloved husband of Jolanta (Frankowska) and devoted father of Peter, Kevin (Marilyn, Shanda and Troy) of Vancouver, Noreen Cameron (Gerry), Stfan and Mark of Kamloops, and Michael (Kathy) of Calgary. Dad will be lovingly remembered and missed as a patient and loving father, a friend and a devoted husband.
COPPS -- Mrs. Marie Adeline (Lena) Copps (nee Olivier), beloved wife of the late Mr. Theodore H. Copps, passed away at the Bethany Care Centre in Airdrie on January 2, 1998 at the age of 90 years. She is the loving mother of Theodore (Irene) of Cobbl Hill, B.C., Marie (Douglas) Lavoie and Evelyn James of Calgary, Geraldine (Joseph) Hennessey of Edmonton, Yvonne (Ralph) Gusdal of Powell River, B.C., and Michael (Linda), also of Calgary; thirty-five grandchildren, seventy-five great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. She is also survived by a brother Renaldo Olivier of Skead, Ontario. She was predeceased by her husband Theodore Herbert Edwin in 1975, two infant daughters, Gertrude and Elizabeth, son-in-law William James, and grandson Gerald Copps, seven brothers and four sisters. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at St. Luke's Catholic Church (corner of Northmount Drive and Northland Drive N.W.), on Monday, January 5, 1998 at 6:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be concelebrated at St. Luke's Catholic Church (corner of Northmount Drive and Northland Drive N.W.), on Tuesday, January 6, 1998 at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. William H. Trienekens and the Rev. Frank Feldmann, Celebrants. Graveside Service at Queen's Park Cemetery. The family wish to express their sincere appreciation to the staff at the Bethany Care Centre in Airdrie for the outstanding care given to Marie. In living memory of Marie Copps, 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.
DOWEY -- Thelma Fauna (Gram) passed away suddenly on December 31, 1997 at the age of 82 years. Predeceased by her husband of forty-seven years, Joshua, on June 24, 1982, and grandson Jeff Champagne on August 2, 1981. She is survived by her daughters,Karen Dowey and Faye Kerrison (Jack); and grandchildren, Shelley Metzner (Bill), Brad Champagne (Debbie), Michelle Campbell, Mary Jane Kerrison (Keith Brady); and great-grandchildren, Jason, Joshua, Myles, Stephanie, Brittany, Samantha and Kendra. Mrs. Dowey had moved to Granum, AB in August and made many special friends. She will be deeply missed by her family and those who knew her. Relatives and friends are invited to a Memorial Service at St. Augustine's Anglican Church, 7602 - 22A Street S.E., Calgary on Monday, January 5, 1998 at 11:00 a.m. Donations, in lieu of flowers, can be made to Fire Relief Fund, c/o Town Office, Granum, AB, T0L 1A0. As a tribute to Mrs. Dowey, LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOMES LTD. will make a donation to the Granum Fire Relief Fund. Arrangements and Cremation in care of LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOMES LTD., Claresholm. Telephone: 1-403-625-3212 or 228-4422.
FOWLER -- Bertha Ellen Fowler of High River, passed away at the High River Hospital on Nursing Home on December 31, 1997 at the age of 91 years. She is survived by her sons, John and Sandra Fowler, Melbourne, Australia, and Bill and Margie Fowler, Otawa, Ont.; and her grandchildren, Debbie, Christene, Johnathon and Jennifer. She was predeceased by her husband Charles Fowler on July 23 of this year. Funeral Services will be held at the High River Baptist Church on Wednesday, January 7 at 2:00 p.m., the Rev. Lorne Irwin officiating. Interment will follow at Highwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made to the High River District Health Care Foundation (second floor facility), 560 - 9 Avenue S.W., High River, T1V 1B3. SNODGRASS FUNERAL HOME LTD. (652-2222 or 938-3111), Directors.
HALL -- Marjory Lucille Hall (nee Elmhirst), late of 1103, 44 Radville Crescent S.E., Calgary, died accidently near Gull Lake, Saskatchewan, Sunday, December 28, 1997. Funeral to be held in Carberry, Manitoba. In lieu of flowers, please send a donatin to the Calgary Children's Help Phone. For information, Inga Elmhirst, Box 328, Carberry, Manitoba, R0K 0H0. Telephone: 204-834-3391.
HERSHICK -- On December 27, 1997, Orest Murray Hershick on North Delta, B.C., died peacefully at the age of 64, after a long courageous battle with cancer. He was born on January 29, 1933 in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. He is survived by his loving wfe Janice; his children, Carole (Chris), Dale, Joanne (Richard), Susan, Linda (Tony), Laurie, their mother Helen Hershick; seven grandchildren, his mother, two sisters and two brothers. We will remember him as he stood firm in his faith in Jesus Christ, his Lord. Memorial Service will be held at Sunshine Hills Foursquare Church, North Delta, B.C. on January 3, 1998 at 1:00 p.m.
HOLTOM -- William George Holtom, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 1997 at the Rockyview Hospital at the age of 66 years. Bill is survived by his wife Mary; children, Alec and Shelley; seven stepchildren and their families. He is also survived b his brothers, sisters and other family members. Bill was predeceased by his son Patrick. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, January 5, 1998 in the Chapel of Pierson's Funeral Home, 4121 - 17 Avenue S.E. Cremation to follow in Rocky View Crematorium. Funeral and Cremation arrangements in care of PIERSON'S FUNERAL SERVICES LTD. Telephone: 235-3602.
HOOGWERF -- Garret Hoogwerf passed away following a brief illness, on Thursday, January 1, 1998 at the age of 52 years. Garret is survived by his family members in Ontario and many dear friends. Funeral Services will be held in the Chapel of Pierson' Funeral Home, 4121 - 17 Avenue S.E., today, Saturday, January 3, 1998 at 5:00 p.m. Further Services and Interment will follow in Prescott, Ontario. Funeral and forwarding arrangements in care of PIERSON'S FUNERAL SERVICES LTD. Telephone: 235-3602.
JENSON -- Celia May, "May", of Nanaimo, BC, passed away peacefully after a brief illness at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital on December 29, 1997. Predeceased by her husband Robert Allen Jenson in 1989. She will be sadly missed by her son Randy (Vioa); daughters, Lynn McKay and Wendy Ewing (Ron); and grandchildren, Christina, Ronnie and Bobby. No Service by request. Donations can be made to a charity of your choice. MOUNT BENSON FUNERAL HOME Telephone: 1-250-754-6811.
KIRTON -- Mr. Tom Kirton passed away at the Claresholm General Hospital on January 2, 1998 at the age of 73 years. Announcements later by LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOMES LTD. "Golden Rule Member", Claresholm. Telephone: 1-403-625-3212.
LUKAS -- Tony passed away at the Rockyview Hospital on December 31, 1997 at the age of 68 years. He is survived by Polly Cipperley of Olds, AB, Pete Lucas of Rimbey, AB, Mike Lucas of Calgary, AB, and Molly (Larry) Rose of Lacombe, AB; as well as numrous nieces, nephews and cousins. Tony was predeceased by his brother-in-law Lloyd and sister-in-law Ellen. Funeral Services will be held in the Chapel of MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME on Monday, January 5, 1998 at 3:00 p.m. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society (Second Floor, 215 - 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 1A2) or to the Alberta Lung Association (302, 609 - 14 Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 2A1). 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.
MacCALDER -- John H. (Jack) passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 30, 1997 at his home in Calgary at the age of 81 years. He is survived by his loving wife Margaret; sons, Jack (Sophie) MacCalder, William MacCalder; daughters, Linda (Gary) Balsllie, Faye (Jeff) Strong; stepson Stuart (Pat) Anderson; stepdaughter Laurie (Gary) Erickson; ten grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers, Don MacCalder, Doug MacCalder, Morley (Marge) MacCalder; and sisters, Flora Deines, Mary (Jack) Uttley; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Neil and Sarah, brother Allan, sister Fernie, and his first wife Esther. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 3, 1998 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Bow Valley Chapel, 2526 - 24 Avenue N.W., Calgary. Interment will follow on Monday, January 5, 1998 in Edmonton, Alberta. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jack's memory to the Salvation Army or to the charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements in care of PIERSON'S FUNERAL SERVICE LTD. Phone: 235-3602.
NORTH -- Darrell (Dan) Austin North of Calgary, passed away on Sunday, December 28, 1997 at the age of 77 years. Darrell will be greatly missed by his son John (Linda); and grandsons, Jason and Ryan. He will also be missed by these special people, Jae North, Dorothy Jager, two brothers, Jack (Joan), Rex (Gladys) and their families; and all his many friends. Darrell served with the RCNVR during World War II. A Memorial Service will be held at the Bowness Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No. 238, 138 Bowness Centre (off of Bowness Road at 79 Street N.W.), on Monday, January 5, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Darrell's memory may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 1825 Park Road S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 3Y6. Arrangements and Cremation entrusted to PERSONAL ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL SERVICES, 7016 Farrell Road S.E. Phone: 216-5111.
PALMER -- Marlene Elaine Palmer, beloved wife of Robert Palmer, of Carstairs, passed away December 30, 1997 at the age of 57 years. She is survived by one daughter Mrs. Beverly Imeson; son Robert Palmer; grandchildren, Kent and Laurelle Imeson of Calary. We will surely miss our wife, mother and mostly our best friend. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, January 3, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. from the Carstairs United Church with Reverend Malcolm Profitt officiating. Interment to follow at the Carstairs Cemetery. MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL CHAPELS, Didsbury, entrusted with arrangements. Phone: 1-403-335-4773.
