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MILLAR - Linda Millar September 14, 1959 - June 7, 2000 Linda Beverly Millar, beloved wife of Rob and mother of Tom (eleven), Brooke (ten), and Grace (seven), passed away to heaven at the Foothills Hospital on June 7, 2000, at the age of 40 years. Linda was an incredibly beautiful person from the inside out. She fought a courageous battle with cancer while at the same time loving her family and friends in a way that cannot be described in such a short space. Funeral Services will be held at Centre Street Church (4120 Centre Street North), on Monday, June 19, 2000 at 4:00 p.m. Wear color and come to enjoy an uplifting service in the Christian Fait. To e-mail expressions of sympathy: r.millar@home.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Linda Millar Memorial Fund c/o Calgary Health Trust AC 136, Special Services Building, 1403 - 29 Street N.W., Calgary, Alberta T2N 2T9. Arrangements in care of McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES "Fish Creek Chapel", 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E., CALGARY. Telephone: 403-256-9575.
NICOL - Sister Mary Catherine Nicol, a Sister of Charity of St. Louis, passed away peacefully at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary on Wednesday, June 14, 2000 at the age of 94 years having recently celebrated seventy years in religious life. Sister Mary Catherine will be lovingly remembered by the members of her religious community and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, her twin sister Anne, and two brothers, Leo and Albert. Sister Mary Catherine was born
in Maple Creek, Saskatchewan. She entered the Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of St. Louis in 1923 and served in the ministry of education for over forty years in Alberta, Saskatchewan and British Columbia. Upon retiring, she took care of her ailing mother for eight years and spent her remaining retirement years in New Westminster and Calgary. Sister Mary Catherine will be remembered for her deep faith, her unique sense of humour and her love of history, literature, music, art, and gardening. Community members, relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at St. John's Catholic Church (412 - 10 Street N.W.) on Friday, June 16, 2000 at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. John's Catholic Church on Saturday, June 17, 2000 at 1:00 p.m. with the Rev. John Drzazga, Celebrant. Graveside Service to follow at St. Mary's Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to Elizabeth House (3723 - 40 Street S.W., Calgary, Alberta T3E 3K4), a home for pregnant and parenting teens and a ministry of the Sisters of Charity of St. Louis. To e-mail expressions of sympathy: condolences@mcinnisandholloway.com, subject heading: Sister Mary Catherine Nicol. In living memory of Sister Mary Nicol, 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.
PAPKE - Kenneth Delbert Papke went home to be with God, his Heavenly Father, where there is no more pain, tears and sorrow, on June 12, 2000, after a long and courageous battle with Progressive Supernucular Palsy (P.S.P.) in the Didsbury Nursing Home at the age of 67 years. Ken will continue to live in the hearts of his loving wife Fay; sisters, Florence Stevenson, Inez Banting, Edna (Jim) Weisgerber; brothers, Herbert (Elsie) Papke, Leonard (Marie) Papke, Wes (Laura) Papke, Cec (Sharon) Papke; and other numerous and precious close family and friends. He will always be remembered by many for his love of hockey, golf, music, humor and his great love for laughter. His many one line quotes on life itself, to fit all occasions, will also go on being used by many of us. A most grateful and very special thank-you is an absolute must for the gifted care-giving staff and volunteers at the Didsbury Nursing Home on Unit No. 3. They became Ken's world and his new family with their loving care and kindness during his years with this terrible disease. They shared in all his special occasions and were there for him when he needed them. He knew each and everyone by their voices and loved them dearly... Thank You!! Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, June 17, 2000 at 11:00 a.m. from the Redeemer Lutheran Church, Didsbury, AB with Pastor Rob Mohns officiating. Floral tributes are gratefully declined. Memorial tributes may be made directly to STARS Air Ambulance in honor of the Didsbury Nursing Staff. "Nothing dies that is remembered." MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL CHAPELS, Didsbury, entrusted with arrangements. Phone: 1-403-335-4773.
ROBAK - Mr. Fred "Fritz" Robak, husband of Mrs. Nettie Robak of Calgary passed away peacefully at the Colonel Belcher Hospital on June 12, 2000 at the age of 93 years.
Funeral Services will be held at LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOME "Chapel of Remembrance" (17 Avenue and 2 Street S.W.) today, June 16, 2000 at 3:00 p.m. Graveside Services to follow at Burnsland Cemetery.
Arrangements in care of LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOME. Telephone: 228-4422.
ROBAK - Mrs. Nettie Robak of Calgary, passed away at the Bethany Care Centre on June 14, 2000 at the age of 91 years.
Announcements later by LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOMES. Telephone: 228-4422.
ROBINSON - Jack (Robbie) Kenneth Robinson, beloved husband of Audree, passed away suddenly at age 65, on the evening of June 12, 2000. Jack is survived by his mother Jean; daughter Pam (Peter) and grandson Matthew; his sons, Bart (Barb) and Brad (Jennifer); his sisters, Gail Cowley, and Lorraine (Bill) Irwin; brother Monte (Lil) Robinson. He will also be dearly missed by nieces, nephews and many friends. Jack enjoyed his career in the insurance industry in Calgary and Taber since 1957. Memorial Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Park Memorial Chapel" (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.), today, June 16, 2000, at 3:00 p.m. with Rev. Rita Cattell of Riverview United Church officiating. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 1825 Park Road S.E., Calgary, Alberta T2G 3Y6 (Telephone 403-264-5549). In living memory of Jack Robinson, 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.
ROBINSON - On May 6, 2000, Sandra June Robinson, found peace at the age of 58 years with the love and support of family and friends at her side.
At her request in the tradition of the Irish, a wake to celebrate her life will be held on Saturday, June 17, 2000, at the Palliser Hotel (133 - 9 Avenue S.W., Calgary, AB), from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Salvation Army Agape Hospice (1302 - 8 Avenue N.W., Calgary, Alberta T2N 1B8, telephone 403-282-6588).
In living memory of Sandra Robinson, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES "Park Mmeorial Chapel", 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Telephone: 403-243-8200.
RUDOLPH - Brenda (Bree) Louise (nee Pigeon) Rudolph, beloved wife of Bryant (Barney) A. Rudolph of Calgary, passed away at the Peter Lougheed Centre, on Monday, June 12, 2000 at the age of 50 years. In Loving memory we wish to thank family and friends for attending Bree's Funeral Mass, Bree will always be in our minds and in our hearts, forever. Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Mark's Catholic Church (5552 Madigan Drive N.E.), on Thursday, June 15, 2000 at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Raul Ranola, Celebrant. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 215 - 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, Alberta T2G 1A2. To e-mail expressions of sympathy: condolences@mcinnisandholloway.com, subject heading: Brenda Rudolph. In living memory of Brenda Rudolph, a tree will be planted at Nose Creek Valley by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOME "Eastside Memorial Chapel", 5388 MEMORIAL DRIVE N.E. Telephone: 403-248-8585.
RUPP - Arthur William Rupp of Priddis, AB, passed away on June 13, 2000, at the age of 72 years. Art is survived by Florentina, his loving companion since 1955 and wife of thirty-eight years, his sister Betty Hunter of Didsbury; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Lucia Elliott, Loretta and John Gieni, and Bill Granat; as well as numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and their children. He was predeceased by his parents, James and Irene Rupp of Didsbury. Art was born
in Didsbury, AB, on March 20, 1928, where he attended public and high school. After graduating from the University of Alberta in 1951 with a degree in Honours Geology, he joined the staff of Shell Canada. During his career with Shell he worked mainly on the geological exploration of the Foothills and Devonian carbonate trends in Alberta, B.C., and the N.W.T. His time away from Canada included a research project along the Florida Keys and Bahamas, plus a five year period with Shell International where he held the positions of Exploration Co-ordinator for the Middle East in the Hague and Chief Production Geologist and Exploration Liaison Officer for Shell Company of Qatar Ltd. After retirement from Shell in 1986 he established a Geological Consulting Company. Art worked on various research projects and conducted geological training seminars for various oil and gas companies. Growing up on the family farm near Didsbury with its surrounding creek and coulees, which at that time were teaming with wildlife, sparked a keen interest in nature which he pursued for the rest of his life. Art had many diverse and varied interests including hiking in the mountains, photography , the study of butterflies and moths, scuba diving, Canadian Philately and travel. Travel took him to seventy different countries, mostly accompanied by Flo, his dearest companion and wife. He particularly loved the tropical jungles, visiting such places as New Guinea, Madagascar, and countries of the Amazon. One sad point of his life was to see first-hand the ever-escalating destruction of our beautiful planet and its wild inhabitants at the hands of mankind. Mrs. Rupp and the family would like to thank the staff of Unit 62 of the Foothills Hospital for the excellent care and support they consistently provided during Art's stay there. Special acknowledgement and thanks are extended specifically to John, PCA on Unit 62, for the kindness and concern he always shared with Art. Deepest thanks are also extended to Dr. Geramia, Hospitalist, Dr. Martin Labrie, Linda Read Paul and Catherine Janzen of the Palliative Care Team for the compassion and care they provided to Art, Flo and the family. Mrs. Rupp also expresses her gratitude to the staff at Black Diamond Oilfields General Hospital for their support during Art's final hours of life. If friends so desire, Art and Flo have requested that memorial tributes be made directly to the charity of the donor's choice. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Chapel of the Bells" (2720 Centre Street North), on Saturday, June 17, 2000, at 11:00 a.m. Art's cousin, the Reverend Kenneth Morris of the United Church of Canada will be officiating. Graveside Service to follow at Didsbury Cemetery. To e-mail expressions of sympathy: condolences@mcinnisandholloway.com, subject heading: Arthur Rupp. In living memory of Arthur Rupp, 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.
SANDERSON - William Leslie Sanderson of High River passed away at the High River Hospital on May 31, 2000, at the age of 88 years.
He is survived by his wife Velma of High River; his sister Edith (Wilf) Fournier, Enderby, B.C.; his brothers, Harvey Sanderson, Dryden, ON, and Alan Sanderson, Red Lake, ON; and by several nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service will be held at SNODGRASS FUNERAL CHAPEL, High River, on Saturday, June 17 at 2:00 p.m. with the Reverend Jeanne Forte officiating.
Cremation took place at Parklawn Crematorium.
If desired, memorial contributions may be made to St. Benedict's Anglican Church, 602 - 3 Street, High River, T1V 1B4 or to the Parkinson's Society of Southern Alberta, 480D - 36 Avenue S.E., Calgary, T2G 1W4.
Arrangements in care of SNODGRASS FUNERAL HOME LTD., High River.
Telephone: 652-2222.
