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ENGELMYER - James Henry, after a courageous battle with cancer, passed away on December 2, 1997 at the Agape Manor surrounded by loved ones. Jim will be forever missed by his wife and companion of twelve years, Marina de la Porte; daughter Pat (Martin) Lee of Dubai, U.A.E.; stepdaughter Carla (Jay) Masciangelo; brother Russ (Gail) Engelmyer of Comox, British Columbia; as well as Ricky, Dwayne, Deanna and Michael, all residing in British Columbia. Jim was born on March 28, 1932 in Humboldt, Saskatchewan and was predeceased by his mother Kathleen Patricia Engelmyer and father Julian Henry Engelmyer. Jim worked for the CN Railway for twenty-nine years where he was District Superintendent. He was also a member of the Calgary Motorcycle Club. A special thanks to Dr. Chad Anker, the staff at the Agape Manor, Home Care, Calgary Home Support Services and all of the RN's that stayed with Jim and his family to make Jim's journey as comfortable as possible. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made in Jim's name to the Agape Manor, 1302 - 8 Avenue N.W., Calgary, Alberta T2N 1B8. At Jim's request, private Services will be arranged to celebrate his life. For information, call FIRST MEMORIAL. Telephone: 403- (12/5/1997).
ERICKSON - Gordon passed away at the Bow Crest Nursing Home on Wednesday, July 9, 1997, at the age of 65 years. He is survived by his four children, Dwayne (Janice), Laura (Lloyd), Myrna and Dale (Heidi). He will be missed by his six grandchildren, Jarryd, Lindsey, Dillon, Cody, Devon, Shelby and Deeanna. Funeral Services will be held at HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME, 1708 - 16 Avenue N.W. (across from the North Hill Shopping Centre), on Monday, July 14, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. Funeral and Cremation arrangements in care of HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES, "Calgary Crematorium Chapel." (7/13/1997).
FACEY - Frederick Beveridge (Bev). On October 17, 1997 Mr. Bev Facey of Edmonton passed away at the age of 86 years. He is survived by his wife Ruby; his son Georgie and his good friend Nigel Pottle of Calgary; granddaughter Holli and her husband Rod Yeoh of Vancouver. Bev was a Past Master of St. Johns Lodge No. 25 A.F. + A.M. G.R.A. Vegreville. A Past Master of Eastgate Lodge No. 192 A.F. + A.M. G.R.A., Past T.P.G.M. of Edmonton Lodge of Perfection, Honorary Inspector General 33 Degree A. + A.S.R. and Past President of the Vegreville Rotary Club, and Past President of the Edmonton Rotary Club. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, October 22, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. at the FOSTER & McGARVEY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 10008 - 103 Street, Rev. Hart Cantelon will officiate. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, Sixth Floor, 9707 - 110 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T6K 2L9. FOSTER & McGARVEY LIMITED, Funeral Directors and Licensed Crematorium. Telephone: 403-428-6666. Canadian Independent (10/20/1997).
FAIRBAIRN - Earl Ritchie Fairbairn passed away quietly on December 9, 1997. He was born February 4, 1896 in Canduff, Northwest Territories, now Saskatchewan. Earl was a member of the Masonic Order for over seventy years and an enthusiastic member of the Al Azhar (Shrine) Temple for over fifty years. He retired from the Mortgage Department of Canada Life in 1961 after thirty-five years. He is survived by his son Dawn and wife Rita; daughter Betty Blockberger; as well as eight grandchildren, and twelve great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Elboya Chapel", (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.), on Friday, December 12, 1997 at 3:30 p.m. with the Rev. S. Alan Schooley of Southwood United Church officiating. In living memory of Earl Fairbairn, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, "Park Memorial Chapel", 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W., CALGARY. (12/11/1997).
FAIRBANKS - Stewart Joseph, passed away suddenly on Monday, December 22, 1997 at the age of 35 years, while playing hockey, a game he loved. After completing his MBA one and half years ago, Stew was employed at Trans Canada Energy and taught a management course at the University of Calgary. He was looking forward to finishing his PhD. He loved coaching his hockey team and sharing time with his family, at their many activities. Stew is survived by his best friend and wife, Debbie; and his beloved children Riley, Shea, Grady and Hayley. He is also survived by his parents, Ev and Joe Fairbanks; brother Cal; sister Pam and Marc Bonneau; nieces, Claire and Christine; and his Grandma Vena, all of Calgary. He will also be missed by his in-laws, Joan and Norm Clark of Millarville; and sisters-in-law, Cindy and Jim Roberts of Calgary, Carole and Leroy Goodreau of Pincher Creek; and brother-in-law Bob and Mary Ann Clark of Victoria. Jamie, Samantha, Carley, Brett, Keegan, Josh and Sarah will also miss their Uncle Stew very much. A celebration of Stew's life will be held at Lakeview United Church (3023 - 63 Avenue S.W.) on Wednesday, December 24, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. Tom Melvin officiating. Donations may be made in Stew's memory to Glenlake Minor Hockey Club, c/o Linda Wigelsworth (5744 Lodge Crescent S.W., Calgary, Alberta T3E 5Y7). In living memory of Stew Fairbanks, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS and HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES "Park Memorial Chapel", 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W., CALGARY. (12/23/1997).
FAIRLEY - Mr. Andrew (Andy) Thomson Fairley of Calgary, beloved husband of the late Amy Fairley, passed away at the Rosedale Hospice on Friday, September 12, 1997 at the age of 88 years. Andy is the beloved father of Jeannette (Roy) Barr of Calgary, Marilyn (Earl) Smith of Olds, AB and Andrea (Bryan) Sherwood of Chestermere, AB; and dear grandfather of eight grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren. Andy will be sadly missed by his family and friends. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church (703 Heritage Drive S.W.) today, September 14, 1997 at 2:30 p.m. with Carol Barwick, Chaplain and Rev. Karl English officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Andrew's name to the Rosedale Hospice, 920 - 7A Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2M 3J3. Arrangements and Cremation in care of LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOMES LTD. and Bow Valley Crematorium. (9/14/1997).
FAIRMAN - Frederick (Fred) William passed away at the Foothills Hospital on Sunday, October 26, 1997, at the age of 85 years. Fred was born in Spalding (Kisby), Saskatchewan on September 5, 1912. He enjoyed carpentry and worked at this profession throughout the Western Provinces before finally settling in Alberta. In addition to carpentry, Fred enjoyed hunting, fishing and working around his house. Fred is survived by Florence, his wife of sixty-five years; he is also survived by his son Martin (Pat) Fairman; a brother Duke (Edith) Fairman; grandson Darren; and granddaughter Kari. At Fred's request there will be no Service, however, relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the home of Marlin Fairman, 40 Silverview Way N.W., on Wednesday, October 29, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Fred's memory may be made to Ducks Unlimited, 201E Pine Road, Strathmore, Alberta T1P 1C1. Arrangements and Cremation in care of HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES "Calgary Crematorium Chapel". (10/27/1997).
FALCONER - Otta Falconer of the Delia and Drumheller area passed away quietly in the Drumheller Hospital on October 15, 1997 at the age of 99 years. Funeral Services will be held Monday, October 20, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. from the Fellowship Baptist Church in Drumheller, Interment to follow in the Delia Cemetery. Arrangements are in care of COURTNEY-WINTER'S FUNERAL CHAPEL. (10/19/1997).
