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Mr. Alan "Jim" Sutherland
SUTHERLAND – Alan “Jim”, beloved husband of Gladys Sutherland of Calgary, passed away at the Chinook Care Centre on Monday, August 28, 2006 at the age of 94 years.
Jim was born in Calgary on February 16, 1912 and grew up on a farm near Shepard, Alberta.
He trained as a mechanic and worked for Canadian Pacific Airlines and Gateway Aviation.
He was never happier than when he was building or repairing something and used his skills to build his first home, four travel trailers, dollhouses for his daughters, and playhouses and toy boxes for his granddaughters.
He was always willing to help his many friends keep their cars in good repair.
He also loved to square dance, golf and play cards.
For over forty-five years he was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles #2098 and the Alberta Oddfellows Crescent Lodge #81, and volunteered for many years screening elementary school children’s eyes for the Oddfellows.
Over the years he toured throughout Canada and the United States, including three trips across the continent.
He also visited England and Europe and in recent years enjoyed numerous trips to Disneyland where he went on all of the rides with his grandchildren.
Besides his loving wife, Gladys of 56 years, he is also survived by his daughters, Janice Sutherland of Edmonton and Eva-Lynn Probert (Neil) of Calgary, his four adoring granddaughters, Erin, Jill, Leya and Cami, and his sisters, Alice Paton of Vancouver and Vera McLaren (Stewart) of Cochrane.
He was predeceased by his parents, William and Mabel Sutherland, his brothers William (1979), Arthur (1984), Glen (1988) and his sister Doris Johnson (2005).
The family would like to thank the staff of the Chinook Care Centre for their dedicated care and concern.
A Celebration of Jim’s Life will be held in the Chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home on Saturday, September 9, 2006 at 10:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jim’s name directly to the Calgary Interfaith Food Bank (5000 - 11th St. SE, Calgary, AB).
Arrangements entrusted to MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME AND CEMETERY, 17 Avenue SE at Garden Road, (1.5 km east of 84th Street SE) Telephone (403) 272 – 5555.
Mr. James William "Bill" Lucas
LUCAS - James William “Bill”, beloved husband of Mrs. Opal Lucas of High River, passed away in Invermere, BC on August 26, 2006, at the age of 83 years.
Bill will be lovingly remembered by: his children, Wayne (Judy) Lucas of Claresholm and Marlane (Don) Valentine of Claresholm; grandchildren, Marla (Maury) McLeod of Claresholm, Brett Lucas of Claresholm, Flint Lucas of Claresholm, Rustin Lucas of Claresholm, Dale Valentine of High River and Paige Valentine of Airdrie as well as 5 great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his son Larry Lee Lucas.
Bill was born and raised in Vulcan, AB.
He met and married Opal Deal where they farmed in the area until 1975.
Bill & Opal went to Claresholm and ranched until they retired to High River in 1993 onto a quarter section.
A Celebration of Bill’s Life will be held in the Arbor Lounge of Mountain View Funeral Home on Thursday, August 31, 2006 at 2:00 p.m.
If so desired, a memorial tribute may be made in Bill’s name directly to a charity of one’s choice.
Arrangements entrusted to MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME AND CEMETERY, 17 Avenue SE at Garden Road, (1.5 km east of 84th Street SE) Telephone (403) 272 - 5555.
Mrs. Adina Kinred
Adina Kinred was born February 21, 1928 in Swift Current, Saskatchewan and passed away peacefully at the Bethany Care Centre on August 26, 2006 at the age of 78 years.
Adina will be lovingly remembered by: her children, Sharon Carlson, Brian (Carolyn) Kinred, Dawn (Hal) Jones; her many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and by her sisters Eva, Helen and Kathleen and brothers Bill and John.
Adina was predeceased by her husband Sid in 1983.
A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home on Wednesday, August 30, 2006 at 2:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, if relatives and friends so desire, a memorial donation may be made in Adina’s name directly to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada, Calgary Chapter (#100, 2421 - 37 Ave NE, Calgary, AB, T2E 6Y7).
Arrangements entrusted to MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME AND CEMETERY, 17 Avenue SE at Garden Road, (1.5 km east of 84th Street SE) Telephone (403) 272 – 5555.
Mr. Robert William "Bill" Parsons
PARSONS - Robert William “Bill” beloved husband of Nina of Calgary, passed away peacefully at the Foothills Hospital on August 26, 2006 at the age of 67 years.
He will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Amanda; sister, Laurie Parsons; nieces, Bonnie (Gordon) Jones, Bernice (Ken) Scarlett and Marie (Rob) Sarrasin; Nina’s parents, Munir & Badarijah as well as numerous other family members in Indonesia and many close friends in Canada and abroad.
A Celebration of Bill’s life will be held in the Chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home on Saturday, September 2, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. with Graveside Services to follow in Mountain View Memorial Gardens.
Arrangements entrusted to MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME AND CEMETERY, 17 Avenue SE at Garden Road, (1.5 km east of 84th Street SE) Telephone (403) 272 – 5555.
ROBERT JOSEPH LETOURNEAU
December 29, 1933 - August 28, 2006
Robert Joseph Letourneau, beloved father, brother, grandfather, great grandfather and uncle, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Monday August 28, 2006 at the age of 72. Bob was born in Edam, Saskatchewan and raised in Gleichen Alberta.
In 1952 Bob met the love of his life, Evelyn Campbell, who he married in 1953.
Together they raised 4 children in Calgary.
Bob loved competition, especially when it involved golf, curling, pool, Whist, Texas Hold’em and watching sports.
Bob was a long time member of the Forest Lawn Legion.
Most of all, Bob was a quiet and caring man who loved his family.
He is predeceased by his wife Evelyn, 7 siblings and his great granddaughter Kolby.
Bob is survived by and will be lovingly remembered by his 4 children, Mike (Laura), Sheryl (Allan), Robert Jr. (Susan) and Lindy (Brad), 9 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, sisters Denise and Cecile, brother Art, numerous nieces and nephews and members of the Campbell family.
Prayers for Bob will be held on Wednesday, August 30, 2006 at 7:30 p.m.
Services will be held in the Chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home on Thursday, August 31, 2006 at 3:00 p.m.
Reception to follow at the Forest Lawn Legion (#275, 755 - 40 St. SE).
Donations may be made in Bob’s name directly to the Canadian Cancer Society (2nd Floor, 215 - 12 Ave SE, Calgary, AB, T2G 1A2).
Arrangements entrusted to MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME AND CEMETERY, 17 Avenue SE at Garden Road, (1.5 km east of 84th Street SE) Telephone (403) 272 – 5555.
