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VOCKEROTH - Mr. Roy Vockeroth of Drumheller, passed away on December 12, 1997 at the age of 71 years. Roy is survived by his loving wife, Grace; his son Rick (Sandy); his daughter Carol (Al); and his two grandchildren, Danny and Mandy Vockeroth, all of Drumheller. Also surviving are Roy's sister Agnes (Don) Coderre; his brothers, Teddy (Lydia), Bert (Elsie) and Charlie (Teresa), all of Medicine Hat. Roy was predeceased by his parents, Bill and Charlotte Vockeroth. No Funeral Service will be held by Roy's request. Cremation. If you so desire, memorial tributes may be made to S.T.A.R.S., 1441 Aviation Park N.E., Box 570, Calgary T2E 8M7. Arrangements and Cremation in care of HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES, "Heritage Funeral Home". (12/14/1997).
VYSOHLID - Mrs. Margaret Vysohlid (nee Kerr) of Calgary, passed away peacefully into God's loving hands at the Glenmore Auxiliary Hospital on Sunday, December 7, 1997, after a long illness, at the age of 68 years. She grew up in and attended high school in Blairmore. After high school, she began working as a legal secretary and in 1952, moved to Calgary with her husband and children where she continued her career as a paralegal, which lasted over thirty-five years. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother and friend and will be missed by all that knew her. She will be sadly missed by her loving and devoted husband Walter. Margaret will be deeply missed by her two sons, Robert and Thomas; her three grandchildren, Michelle, Carman and Brent. She also leaves to remember her, her sisters, Betty Lund of Calgary and Isa Randahl of Coronation; and family members, Milan and Dorothy Vysohlid, Annie Hughs, Geraldine, and Lou Harpur; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Park Memorial Chapel" (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.), today, December 10, 1997 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at McInnis & Holloway's "Park Memorial Chapel", (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.), on Thursday, December 11, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Bill White of The International Prayer Centre, Bellevue, Alberta, officiating. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the charity of the donor's choice. Special thanks to the nursing staff and the volunteers on Westview Two at the Glenmore Auxiliary Hospital, as well as Dr. E. Mortis for their wonderful care and attention. In living memory of Margaret Vysohlid, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, "Park Memorial Chapel", 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W., CALGARY. (12/10/1997).
ROSS - Annie M. Ross, (nee Eslinger) of Calgary, passed away peacefully at the Glenmore Auxiliary Hospital on December 9, 1997, at the age of 85 years. Annie was born on March 15, 1912. Annie and her husband lived in Edmonton from 1946 to 1972, then moved to Calgary. She enjoyed life to the fullest, always putting her family first. Annie filled her spare time with many hobbies. Out of all of her hobbies, pottery was her favorite. Annie will be lovingly missed by her two daughters and two sons-in-law, Judith and Walter Soboren of Calgary, Constance and James Haffey of Victoria, British Columbia; seven grandchildren, Cynthia, Karen, Michael, Caroline, Paul, Robert and David; one great-grandson Austin. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Annie was predeceased by her husband Harry in 1980. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Park Memorial Chapel", (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.), on Friday, December 12, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. Graveside Service to follow at St. Mary's Cemetery. In living memory of Annie Ross, 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).
SHARPE - Mr. Edward Alexander Sharpe passed away following a courageous battle with heart disease. He is survived by his loving son Barry; as well as his two sisters, Marie O'Bertous and Betty Pope; his brothers, Harold and Tom. He was predeceased by his brother John. Ed was born in Calgary and served overseas from 1939 to 1945 during World War II, following the war he continued his career in the R.C.A.F. He was active in the Masonic Lodge and the Star. He loved hunting, fishing and the outdoors. His family was very important to him and he will be lovingly remembered by them. Funeral Services will be held at the CALGARY CREMATORIUM CHAPEL, 3219 - 4 Street N.W. (within Queen's Park Cemetery) on Wednesday, December 17, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. David Cook officiating. The family would like to express their gratitude to E.M.S. and the staff at the Rockyview Hospital. Special thanks to Rick Goodwin for his efforts to save Ed. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 1825 Park Road S.E., Calgary T2G 3Y6. Funeral and Cremation arrangements are in care of HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES, "Calgary Crematorium Chapel". (12/17/1997).
ROBINSON - Gerry Robinson passed away suddenly, Wednesday, December 10, 1997 at the age of 47 years. Gerry is survived by his loving mother Phyllis Robinson; brother Don Robinson; and sister Sharon Pullin (Les); nieces and nephews, Jackie, Melissa, Tammy, Robert and Sherri. Funeral Services will be held at FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, 3220 - 4Street N.W., today, Saturday, December 13, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. If friends desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Royal Canadian Legion Memorial Fund in Gerry's name. FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOMES, Directors. (12/13/1997).
VAN IDERSTINE - (nee Powers) Muriel Wallace Van Iderstine, of Calgary, passed away at the Peter Lougheed Centre on June 19, 1997, at the age of 78 years. Muriel is survived by her loving, dedicated husband Vernon, of fifty-five years; her son Brian and daughter-in-law Diane; her daughter Dianna Rosenke and partner Ron Kondrat; grandchildren, Drew, Tobi, Darcy, Chris, Kelli; and great-grandchildren. As a young woman Muriel was prominent in classical musical circles, a recipient of numerous honours throughout Alberta. Muriel, an avid wildlife enthusiast, will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by family and friends. Funeral Services will be held in the Chapel of MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday, June 25, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. Cremation to follow. Arrangements entrusted to MOUNTAIN VIEW CEMETERY and FUNERAL HOME, 17 Avenue S.E. at Garden Road (3 km East of 68 Street S.E.). (6/22/1997).
MACFARLAND - G.R. (Pat). On September 13, 1997, Mr. Pat Macfarland of Wetaskiwin passed away at the age of 82 years. He is survived by his loving wife Anna; daughter Pat (Hugh) Barmby of Calgary; son Ross (Beverley) Macfarland of Edmonton; five grandchildren, Scott, Terry (Rod) Brooks, Dawn (Brent) Bullen, Kelly (David) Udy, Laurie Barmby; four great-grandchildren; brother John (Min) Macfarland of Bassano; sisters, Connie MacAdam of Richmond, B.C., Tannis (Bill) Betts of Edmonton. He was predeceased by his first wife Edith. Private Family Funeral Service will be held Wednesday. Interment Wetaskiwin Memorial Cemetery. Donations may be given to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation (10985 - 124 Street, Edmonton, AB T5M 0H9) or the Kidney Foundation of Canada - Edmonton Chapter (11574 - 149 Street, Edmonton, AB). BAKER FUNERAL CHAPEL INC., Wetaskiwin. (9/16/1997).
RIVARD - Paul passed away peacefully at the Foothills Hospital on December 27, 1997, at the age of 85 years. Paul was born on October 1, 1912 in Montreal, Quebec. His loving memory, curious mind, gentle spirit and unique sense of humour will be cherished by his wife of fifty-five years, Ethel (nee Brady); one sister Louise; and one brother Frederick; one daughter Diane; and two sons, Kenneth and Robert; two daughters-in-law, Micheline and Elizabeth; one son-in-law Edward; and six grandchildren, Erika, Derek, Annie, Melissa, Delaney and Keelin. Visitation will be held at FIRST MEMORIAL, 1635 - 17 Avenue S.W., on Monday, December 29, 1997from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., Tuesday 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., and on Wednesday, December 31, 1997 from12:30 p.m. until the time of the Funeral Service at 1:30 p.m. in the Chapel, with Father Len Hagel of St. Michael's Catholic Church officiating. Service is complete in the Chapel. The family expresses our sincere appreciation to all the caring people at Extendicare Cedars Villa for making dad's last moments comfortable and bearable for us all. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Paul's name may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Second Floor, 215 - 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 1A2. (12/29/1997).
