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BECKER - Donald (Don) Fay 1912 - 2004 Don Becker, beloved husband of Margaret of Calgary, passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2004 at the age of 92 years. Don has always been surrounded by his loving family and friends and will be dearly missed. He was predeceased by his wife Ruth Becker and their son Donnie, and survived by their family, Lona (Jorgen) Munck and family, Lynnie (Forry) Angus and family, Brian Becker (Sharon Christian), Steve (Bev) Becker and family, Joey (Lawrence) Hill and family. He was predeceased by his wife Lorna Allsopp and survived by her family, Wendy Allsopp (Rod Sanderson) and family, Cathy Allsopp, and Ted Allsopp. Don is survived by Margaret's family, Helen Holmes and family, Donna Cortino and family, and Doug (Judy) McKeague and family. Don graduated from the University of Alberta with a B.A./B.Sc in Chemical Engineering and he, with his father and brother, founded and operated the Becker Oil business until he joined the RAF Transport Command at the beginning of World War II. He moved to Banff in 1946 where he managed the family business, Beckers Bungalows. Beginning in 1961 Don worked at the Banff Centre in the capacity of Associate Director for twenty years. During his retirement Don lived in Redwood Meadows and Calgary. He was recognized for his leadership and served in many community organizations. He was often seen on the ski slopes of Banff and Lake Louise until the age of eighty-seven. Don was inspirational. His belief in others touched the lives of many through his generosity, support, encouragement and regard for their potential. Funeral Services will be held at Rundle Memorial United Church (302 Buffalo Street, Banff, AB) on Friday, September 3, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. The Service will be followed by a gathering of family and friends from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the West Wing of the Eric Harvie Theatre at the Banff Centre. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes and donations may be made directly to the Banff Centre, P.O. Box 1020, Station 19, Banff, AB T0L 0C0 (Telephone 1-403-762-6173). In living memory of Don Becker, 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. 188382
CHISHOLM - Robert M. Robert (Bob) Chisholm passed away on August 26, 2004 at the Agape Hospice at the age of 70 years. Bob will be lovingly remembered by his wife Stella of forty-seven years; daughter Kim (Bob) Webber; sons, Scott (Jill Brown) and Mark (Yvette); grandchildren
, Shawn, Jason and Kami; and numerous other family members. A Memorial Service will be held at the Haysboro Community Centre (1204 - 89 Avenue S.W.), Calgary, AB on Thursday, September 2, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bob's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Second Floor, 215 - 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary AB T2G 1A2 or the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta & NWT, 1825 Park Road S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 3Y6. PERSONAL ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL SERVICES 7016 Farrell Road S.E. Telephone: 216-5111. 311164
CRYDERMAN - John Robert 1954 - 2004 John Cryderman of Calgary passed away suddenly in Westbank, BC on Saturday, August 28, 2004 at the age of 49 years. After living a full life in Calgary, he fulfilled his lifelong dream of moving to Peachland, BC on July 29, 2004. Included in this move was his loving partner Leslie Stewart and her two sons, Cache and Zacary. John is the proud father of daughters, Jaclyn (DJ) Madarasz, and Nicole Cryderman; as well as the proud grandfather of Adam Madarasz. John is survived by his parents Jack and Phyllis Cryderman; brothers, Bill (Anne), and Jeff (Arlene); sisters, Nancy (Graham) Fergusson and Diane (Jim) Pomeroy; and all of their children. John was predeceased by his son Adam. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Saturday, September 4, 2004 at 2:30 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes. Association, No. 105, 7500 Macleod Trail S.E., Calgary, AB T2H 0L9 (Telephone 403-266-0620). In living memory of John Cryderman, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E., CALGARY. Telephone: 403-256-9575. 311810
GAGLIARDI - Giuseppe Eugenio (Joe) 1923 - 2004 Giuseppe Eugenio (Joe) Gagliardi, beloved husband of Emilia of Calgary, passed away peacefully with his daughter Nella at his side, at the Beverly Centre, on Monday, August 30, 2004 at the age of 81 years. Joe was born in Malito Cosenza, Italy on August 3, 1923. He married Emilia in 1948. Joe immigrated to Alberta in 1951 and started his employment with CNR where he worked for twenty-nine years. He and Emilia spent thirty-seven years in Edmonton and then moved to Calgary in 1996. Giuseppe and Emilia loved to travel in their RV throughout North America. They later became "Snowbirds" and travelled to their condo in Mesa, AZ. When he was not travelling, Joe enjoyed going to Garage Sales, adding to his collection of treasures. Besides his loving wife of fifty-five years, Giuseppe is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Anna and Keith Clyburn of Victoria, BC, and Nella and Franco Benacchio of Calgary; a granddaughter Daniella who was the light of his life; and family in Italy. Giuseppe was predeceased by his parents Anna and Antonio; and brother Vincenzo. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Friday, September 3, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Spirit Catholic Church (10827 - 24 Street S.W.) on Saturday, September 4, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Paul Pinto, Presider. Graveside Service to follow at Queen's Park Mausoleum. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes. Association, No. 105, 7500 Macleod Trail S.E., Calgary, AB T2H 0L9 (Telephone 403-266-0620). Special thanks to his angels here on earth (the caregivers and companions at the Beverly Centre) for the care and compassion provided to Papa Joe. In living memory of Joe Gagliardi, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH, CALGARY. Telephone: 403-276-2296. 125227
HADDOCK - Doris 1909 - 2004 Doris Haddock of Calgary passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 29, 2004 at the age of 95 years. Doris is survived by her sons, Chuck (Lesley) of Enderby, BC, Fred (Betty) of Calgary, AB, and Frank (Michale) of Calgary, AB; daughter Dorothy (Peter) Schoneberg of Kelowna, BC; grandchildren, Ken, Nancy, Jack, Wendy, Allan, Kari, Taeh, Brian, and Donna; great-grandchildren, Casey, Jessica, Kristine; and great-great-grandchild Jarod. Doris was predeceased by her husband Frank in 1986; two sisters, Min and Helen; and four brothers, Frank, Arthur, Ace and Billy. Doris will be remembered for her contributions to horticulture in Calgary and the province of Alberta. She was a driving force behind the preservation of historical sites in Calgary. Funeral Service will be held at LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOME (17 Avenue and 2 Street S.W.) on Wednesday, September 1, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. Interment to follow at Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Doris may be made to S.T.A.R.S. Air Ambulance (1441 Aviation Park N.E., Box 570, Calgary, T2E 8M7). The family would like to thank the staff of Unit 61 Foothills Medical Centre, the staff at Wentworth Manor and a special thank-you to Michelle Copeland for their kindness and support. To send condolences, e-mail: leydens@arbormemorial.com subject: Doris Haddock. Arrangements entrusted to LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOME, RECEPTION CENTRE and CREMATORIUM. Telephone: 228-4422. 147994
HUNTE - W. BRO. Irwin C. (Doc) 1944 - 2004 Irwin Carlton Hunte (Doc), beloved husband of Mrs. Agnes Anita of Calgary, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on August 27, 2004 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer at the age of 59 years. Born and raised in Trinidad, Irwin came to Canada in 1969 to further his education obtaining both his B. Comm. (Finance) from the University of Alberta, as well as his Engineering tickets. In 1970, he married his best friend and longtime love Agnes Taylor and together they raised three children; Arlene, Lisa and Bradley, and welcomed daughter-in-law Avian to the family in 2004, all of whom he dearly loved. Irwin's passion for steel drum music allowed him to fuse the culture he loved to the place he called home. Besides his loving wife, Irwin is also survived by his brother Sterling (Jean); in-laws, Rose Taylor, Rosemary (Rawle) Alexander, Elizabeth (George) Osborne, Mary (Peter) Ramdin, Myrna Taylor, Robert (Deborah) Taylor and Jeffrey (Patsy) Taylor; half-siblings, Roger Dennie, and Anndeloris Chacon; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Carlton and Sylvia Hunte. As a highly respected member of the Caribbean community, Irwin will forever be remembered as a "people-person" who touched the lives of everyone he came into contact with. A special thank-you to nurses Elaine Mathieu, Shari Ball and Lana Tomiyama and the rest of the Home Care Team for their outstanding care and support, as well as Dr. Matt Van Olm, Dr. Jeanette Soriano and Dr. Ian Donnelly. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 Elbow Drive S.W., today, September 1, 2004 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at St. Luke's Anglican Church (2951 - 26 Avenue S.E.) on Thursday, September 2, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. with the Rev. Jonathan R. Gibson officiating. Graveside Service to follow in "Holy Family Cemetery" at Eden Brook Memorial Gardens. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 215 - 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 1A2 (Phone 403-205-3966). In living memory of Irwin Hunte, 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. 187534
JOHNSON - Doris Abbey October 28, 1909 - August 29, 2004 Doris Abbey, aged 94 years of Claresholm, AB, passed away August 29, 2004. She is the widow of the late Frederick (Fritz) Johnson. She is survived by her loving family, Eleanor and Ron Everett, Allan and Beverlie Johnson, Claresholm; Sharon and Phil Dickson, Edmonton, and their families. A celebration of life will be held at the Claresholm Pentecostal Assembly (4716 - 2 Street West) on Thursday, September 2, 2004 at 2:00 p.m., with Pastor Wes Dyck and Rev. Bradley Everett officiating. A private family Interment will be held in the Claresholm Cemetery. If friends so desire, tributes to Doris' memory can be made to either the Claresholm General Hospital Palliative Care (Box 610, Claresholm, AB T0L 0T0), or Building Fund of the Claresholm Pentecostal Assembly (Box 313, Claresholm, AB T0L 0T0). Arrangements entrusted to LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOME, 4079 First Street West, Claresholm. Telephone: 1-403-625-3212. 147804
LEWINGTON - Ronald G. 1930 - 2004 Ronald Gervaise Lewington of Calgary passed away at the Sarcee Hospice on Sunday, August 29, 2004 at the age of 74 years. Ron was born in Peterborough, ON on August 27, 1930 and he moved to London, ON with his family at an early age. He married Patricia in 1956 and lived in Kitchener, ON for five years. In 1960, Ron, Pat and their family moved to Calgary where he was employed at the Alberta Wheat Pool until his retirement in 1990. Ron is survived by his wife Pat; his three sons, Bill (Lisa), Marshall (Linda) and Craig; and his six grandchildren, Stephanie, Amanda, Curtis, Tyler, Joshua, and Christie. He is also survived by his sisters, Marilyn (Bob) and Marina (Rudy); and brother Gordon. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Thursday, September 2, 2004 at 2:30 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Calgary Health Trust - Carewest: Sarcee Hospice, 10101 Southport Road S.W., Calgary, AB T2W 3N2 (Telephone 403-943-0615. www.calgaryhealthtrust.org). The family would like to thank the staff at the Sarcee Hospice for their care, understanding and compassion. In living memory of Ron Lewington, a tree will be planted at Nose Creek Valley by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH, CALGARY. Telephone: 403-276-2296. 186648
BAXTER - Jane Elizabeth Jane Elizabeth passed away at the Foothills Hospital on October 6, 2004 at the age of 67 years. Jane will be lovingly remembered by her brother Hugh (Sharon) of Vancouver; sister Isabelle (Frank) of Miami; nieces and nephew, Andrea (Rob) of Vancouver, Suzanne of Dublin, Ireland, Matthew (Melanie) of Guelph, ON, Allyson (Hiroshi) of Barrie, ON; three great-nephews and two great-nieces, as well as many friends and relatives. Jane, daughter of Helen and Richard Baxter, was raised in Blenheim Township, Ontario. She graduated from Hamilton General Hospital in 1958 as a Registered Nurse. She came to Calgary and worked at the Foothills Hospital for twenty-five years. Jane traveled the world. She loved family, friends and laughter. The family would like to thank Dr. Ghatage and the nurses at the Foothills Hospital. Memorial Service will be held at FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL, 3220 - 4 Street N.W., Calgary (across from Queen's Park Cemetery) on Monday, October 11, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Linda Hunter of Wildrose United Church officiating. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made directly to Alberta Cancer Foundation c/o Tom Baker Cancer Centre (Gyne-Oncology Department), 1331 - 29 Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 4N2. FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORIUM, Directors. Telephone: 297-0888. Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial 163877
BENJAMIN - Prosper Luc 1914 - 2004 Prosper Benjamin, age 90 years, passed away on October 6, 2004 at the Peter Lougheed Hospital. He will be greatly missed by his wife of sixty years, Annette; his children, Angelle (Barry), Rene (Valdine), Thomas (Kelly), Juliette and Gary; six grandchildren, Jennifer Kovacic (Sean), Renee Benjamin, Danielle Mendonca (Russell), David Benjamin, Krystal and Robert Hughes; one great-grandchild, Kaidyn Kovacic; sisters, Denise, Marie-Jeanne, Annette and Juliette; brothers, Leo and Henrie; and numerous nieces and nephews. Prosper was predeceased by his parents Andre and Therese Benjamin; three brothers, Clement, Gerard and Louis; and two sisters, Solange and Lucille. Prosper was born on February 9, 1914 in Edmonton, AB and soon after the family moved to St. Norbert, Manitoba to farm the fertile land south of Winnipeg. As the eldest child in a family of twelve (six boys and six girls), Prosper's huge responsibility helped develop his character which was shaped early and maintained throughout his life. He was gifted with many talents, especially around machinery. As a skilled craftsman, he was ingenious and inventive. His trademark was an incredible work ethic and common sense. In 1944, he married Annette. His commitment to his family and faith was carried out with the same tenacity and skill. We are all better for knowing Prosper and will continue to celebrate his life by living life to the fullest each day. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at St. Cecilia's Catholic Church, 321 - 90 Avenue S.E. on Sunday, October 10 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Cecilia's Catholic Church on Monday, October 11 at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Henry Rosenbaum, SAC, Presider. A reception will follow at the Church. If friends desire, memorial tributes may be made to Alzheimer Society of Calgary, 1920 - 11 Street S.E., Calgary, T2G 3G2. Arrangements are in care of PIERSON'S FUNERAL SERVICE. Telephone: 235-3602. 164041
BROWN - Kelly Michelle 1967 - 2004 Kelly Brown, beloved wife of Dan Brown of Calgary, passed away suddenly at home on Monday, October 4, 2004 at the age of 37 years. Here in Calgary, Kelly worked at Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. When she was not working, she enjoyed karate and was active at A.C.K.U. Karate. Besides her loving husband, Kelly is remembered by a daughter and a son-in-law, Faith and Mike D'Aloisio; a son Ryan Wilson; a daughter Stephanie Brown; and two grandchildren, Jade and Michelle. She is also survived by her parents Alice and Albert Becker; and three sisters, Arlene, Bev and Michelle. Kelly was predeceased by her brother Ken. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Monday, October 11, 2004 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at McInnis & Holloway's Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Tuesday, October 12, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 1825 Park Road S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 3Y6 (Telephone 403-264-5549. www.heartandstroke.ca). In living memory of Kelly Brown, 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. 236155
