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Plesa, Stjepan (Steve)
July 29, 2002
It is with deep sorrow that the family of the late Stjepan (Steve) Plesa of Fanshaw Street, announce his passing on Saturday, July 27, 2002 at St. Joseph’s Hospital after a lengthy illness.
Steve was born
on October 11, 1920, the first of nine children born
to Jure and Lozarija (Spoljaric) Plesa, in Gornji Kosinj, Lika, Hrvatska. In April of 1941 when the Independent State of Croatia was established, he joined the Ustasa units of the Croatian Armed Forces. When in May of 1945 the communist forces entered Croatia, he was one of thousands who fled to the hoped for sanctuaries in Austria. Tragically, there the Allies turned thousands over to the communists and watched as the massacre began on a field near the Austrian town of Bleiburg. Those who survived endured persecutions and death marches. Steve escaped that fate and managed to find his way into Belgium from where after a few years he emigrated to Canada and Port Arthur in the fall of 1951.
After working a season in the forest industry around Hearst, he came to town and with like-minded compatriots organized the first Croatian Independence Day commemoration on April 10, 1952. Soon after that same group formed a benevolent society named "Cardinal Alojsius Stepinac" to raise donations for the disabled Croatian war veterans in Italy and Austria. In the fall of 1957 this society linked up with similar groups to form United Croats of Canada, Branch "Dr. Ante Starcevic". Internationally, they came under the umbrella of the Croatian Liberation Movement (H.O.P.) Steve served as the President of the local branch from its inception in 1952 to the early 1980’s. His and wife Antonia’s home welcomed many Croatian newcomers.
While the branch helped establish the Croatia Soccer Club and its members aided in the purchase of a church for the Croatian catholic community, its greatest achievement was the construction of the Croatian Canadian Recreation Centre "Velebit" on Alton Road.
Steve married Antonia Spoljaric with whom he had two children in Croatia, daughter Ann and son Steve. In 1957 he succeeded in bringing them over to Canada where they were blessed with two more children, daughter Rosemary and son Anthony.
From the mid sixties to his retirement in 1985 Steve was employed by the Abitibi Provincial Paper Mill .
Steve was very devoted to his family. In his retirement he enjoyed gardening, cooking, relaxing in the sun and taking walks to the park with his grandchildren. Throughout his life he relished being in the company of friends.
Steve was predeceased here by wife Antonia on July 19, 1988, parents Jure and Lozarija Plesa, sisters Maca and Dragica all in Croatia and grandson Kristofer Dosen here. He is survived by four children, Ann (Albert) Grgurich, Steve, Rosemary (Paul) Dosen and Anthony with wife Sanja. Also survived by six grandchildren, Gary Grgurich and Linda (Mart) Grgurich-Klepp, Paul and Lidija Dosen and Antea-Danja and Monica Plesa. He also leaves behind one great grandson, Devin Klepp. Surviving in Croatia are sisters Franjica, Anka, Kate and Marija as well as brothers Milan and Joso and their children.
Funeral services for the late Stjepan (Steve) Plesa, will be held on Thursday, August 1 2002, with family and friends assembling at the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Croatian Catholic Church, 479 Oliver Road, for Funeral Mass at 11:00 am, celebrated by Fr. Francisco Blaseck. Interment to follow beside his wife in St. Andrew’s R.C. Cemetery. Visitation for friends will be on Wednesday evening from 6-9:00 pm with Vigil Prayers offered at 7:30 pm in the EVEREST FUNERAL CHAPEL, 299 Waverley Street at Algoma. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian National Institute for the Blind would be greatly appreciated.
Dragi Dida, za uvjek u nasim srcima.
Wearmouth, George
July 29, 2002
One month before his 90th birthday on July 21, 2002, Mr. George Edward Raine Wearmouth passed away peacefully at McKellar General Hospital, with his family at his side. George was born
in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, England, coming to Canada in 1929. Initially he was involved in farming, building Hwy 61 and logging. He retired in 1976 as Supervisor of Customs an Excise after 37 years of service, both at Pigeon River and in the local office. George was a veteran of W.W.II, having served with the R.C.A.F. He was an active 52-year member of St. Paul’s Anglican Church, and a member of several Scottish Rite Bodies of the Masonic Order. George’s main interests were his home and family. He also loved hunting, fishing, camping, gardening, traveling, and carpentry. George is survived by his wife, Anne, of 66 years, daughters Gail Wallace (Bill) and Isobel Hood; grandchildren Derek and Lorianne Wallace, Joey and Jeff Hood, and Jennifer (Hood) Dozier; two great grandchildren Justin and Jody Dozier. Surviving nieces and nephews are Jean McQueen, Joyce Johnston, Jack Monteith in Canada, and David Thornton and Philip Wearmouth in England. George was predeceased by his parents, three sisters and two brothers, all in England, and a son-in-law, Joe Hood of Shreveport, Louisiana. A memorial service for the late George Wearmouth will be held Friday, August 2, 2002 at 1:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, with Reverends Paul Carr and Bob Brown officiating. A private interment will follow at a later date. If friends so desire memorial donations may be made to St. Paul’s Anglican Church or Toronto Sick Children’s Hospital.
Bogensberger, David Erich
July 29, 2002
David Erich - After a long and courageous battle with M.S.; David Erich Bogensberger at the Plummer Memorial Hospital, Sault Ste. Marie on Sunday, July 28, 2002 in his 43rd year. Loving husband and best friend of Allison. Devoted father of Erich and Adam. Dear son of the late Erich & Freida Bogensberger. Brother of Karin Pringle (Arthur), Susan Martin (Keith) and Rita Dermott (Bob). Dear son-in-law of Elsie and Neil Murray. Brother-in-law of Scott Maki (Laura) and Heather Kazmierczak (Chris). Fondly remembered by many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and dear friends. Friends may call at the Northwood Funeral Home (942 Great Northern Road, Sault Ste. Marie 1-705-945-7758) on Wednesday evening from 6 to 9 p.m. Funeral service in the Chapel on Thursday, August 1, 2002 at 11:00 with Pastor Sam Norbo officiating. Interment at Greenwood Cemetery. Memorial donations made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society or to the Sault Area Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family. ‘I had M.S. but it never had me.’
Stewart, Ellen
July 31, 2002
Mrs. Ellen Stewart (nee: Douglas), aged 98 years, passed away peacefully at Grandview Lodge on Wednesday, July 31, 2002. She was born
in Stratford, London, England on April 29, 1904. Ellen came to Canada as a small child with her parents and received her education in local schools. Following her schooling she worked for the Fort William Telephone Exchange and was Assistant Chief Operator. She also worked at Can Car, Chapples Department Store and for several years was the manageress of Coopers Ladies Wear. Ellen ended her work career as the receptionist at Westmount Hospital. During her retirement she took pleasure in knitting thousands of pairs of mitts for Westmount, the Shelter House and Salvation Army. She married William C. Stewart in 1925. She will be lovingly remembered by her family; daughter Marjorie and husband Bill Sinfield, grandchildren and great grandchildren; Sandra Jarvis, Jeffrey and Matthew, Leslie and husband Bill Sutherland, Lindsay and Heather, and Susan and husband Kevin Wicklund (Langley, BC). Ellen was predeceased by her husband William, her parents Donald and Nellie Douglas, brothers Donald and Harry, sisters Violet Charlebois and Lillie Campbell, and numerous nieces and nephews. A celebration of her life will be held in the Chapel of Jenkens Funeral Home, 226 S. Syndicate Ave., on Friday, August 2, 2002 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Carl Triskle officiating. Interment in Mountain View Cemetery to follow. Memorial donations to the Thunder Bay Regional Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
Bodiemeade, Muriel
July 31, 2002
Mrs. Muriel Bodimeade, resident of Thunder Bay, died peacefully at her residence on Tuesday July 30, 2002. Muriel is survived by her husband Brian, children Linda and Lory of Mississauga, Barry of Winnipeg, stepchildren Mandy and Karen, good friend Irene Carlson and other relatives. Cremation has taken place and a time of remembrance will be held at a later date. Muriel’s family would like to express their gratitude to the VON, the hospitals, Dr’s Tsianou and Juvshik and all who helped during her illness.
A tree will be planted in memory of Muriel Bodimeade in the Blake Funeral Chapel Memorial Grove. Annual dedication service Sunday, June 29, 2003.
Mishquart, George
July 31, 2002
The family announce with sorrow the passing of George Mishquart of Geraldton, Ontario on Wednesday, July 31, 2002. He was in his 79th year. Mr. Mishquart was an area honourary traditional elder. Beloved husband of the late Kathleen Mishquart. Dear father of Ida Megan and her husband David, Madeline Moonias and her husband Simon, Linda Mishquart, James Mishquart and his wife Jacqueline, Edward Mishquart, Simon Mishquart and his wife Marlene, and the late Dorothy Creighton, Irene Tompkins, and Elizabeth Mishquart. Father-in-law of Jack Creighton and Donald Tompkins. Brother of Juliette Wesley. He was predeceased by several siblings. Special cousin of Angus Mishquart. Loved “Baba” of 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by one grandchild and one great-grandchild. He will sadly be missed by his many friends. Visiting at the Fawcett Funeral Home in Geraldton on Thursday, August 1, from 2-9:30 pm. Funeral Mass at St. Theresa’s RC Church in Geraldton on Friday, August 2, at 2:00 pm. Interment Pinegrove Cemetery Geraldton.
Treichler, Jacob Henry
August 01, 2002
Jacob Henry Treichler age 72 died unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 30, 2002. He is survived by his wife Deanna, children Mitchell (Kim), Douglas (Carol), Stanley, Kelley and Kevin (Adele), all of Thunder Bay, 4 grandchildren, and niece Jean Bryan (Atikokan). Cremation has taken place and according to Jacob’s wishes, there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.
Ylinen, Jean
August 01, 2002
Mrs. Jean Ylinen, age 82 years passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 1, 2002 at Thunder Bay Regional Hospital-McKellar Site with her family by her side. Jean was born
and raised in Fort William. She was a nurses aid at Grandview Lodge and Central Park Lodge. Jean enjoyed working in her garden, feeding her pet chipmunks and knitting. She found great pleasure in spending time at camp with her family. Jean is survived by her husband of 65 years, Richard, daughters Marlene (Cosimo) Racco and Carol (Beven) Hobischak, grandchildren Palmira (Fortunato) Michelizzi, Richard (Irene) Racco, Tony (Angela) Racco, Robert (Marisa) Racco, and Jennifer (Jack) Couture, 13 great-grandchildren, brother Nicholas (Anne) Burak, sister Christina (Fritz) Mulheim and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Alex and Anna Burak, brother Bill, Steve, Michael and Peter and father-in-law Charles Holm. Cremation has taken place and in order that all family may attend, funeral services will be held in late August in care of WESTFORT CHAPEL, 420 W. Gore Street at James. Details of the service will follow at that time. If friends so desire, memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
GARRIOCK, Jacqueline (O’Connell) Calder
Jackie - age 67 years of Fort Frances, Ontario, formerly of Thunder Bay and Terrace Bay, passed away Saturday, August 24, 2002 at the Thunder Bay Regional Hospital with her family by her side. Jackie was born
on May 3, 1935 in Fort Frances to Stanley and Corine O’Connell of late. She was one of three children. In June 2002, Jackie received her Grade 12 high school diploma while her proud family looked on. She also looked forward to playing cards at the Sister Kennedy Centre during the week. Jackie was united in marriage to Gordon Calder on August 23, 1954 in Fort Frances. Together they had 6 children. They later parted ways. On June 30, 1976, she married Bill (Tug) Garriock of Thunder Bay. After 13 years Jackie lost her husband Bill on August 8, 1989 after a courageous battle with cancer. Her main interests were her children and her grandchildren. Jackie is survived by her 4 children, Leanne Calder from Thunder Bay, Carla and Rosalyn Calder and Pamela Colfer (Duke) all of Fort Frances. She is also survived by her beloved grandchildren, Treena Burns and fiance Darren, Amanda Burns, Joseph Veltri - all of Thunder Bay, Joshua Wreggitt, Shanna Curtis, Garrick Isensee, Marie Anderson and Johnathan Colfer - all of Fort Frances, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Jackie was pre-deceased by her mother Corine Brooks, father Stanley OConnell, husband Bill Garriock, sons Kevin James and Vincent Bryan Calder and one brother Patrick O’Connell. Cremation has taken place at Northwest Funeral Alternative from Thunder Bay. A memorial service for the late Jackie Garriock was held on Wednesday, August 28th, 2002 at St. Mary’s Church, Fort Frances, Ontario at 1 pm with Father Rey Ronquillo officiating. Jackie will be laid to rest at Terrace Bay Cemetery next to her 2 sons Vincent (Butchy) and Kevin, at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Northwestern Cancer Society.
Goodie, Peter
September 28, 2002
Mr. Peter Goodie, age 93 years, long time resident of Westfort, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 26, 2002 at St. Joseph’s Care Group. Born in Port Arthur on June 12, 1909, he was the oldest of 13 children. Peter was employed with Great Lakes Paper Company for 46 years and a member of Union Local #257. Peter always looked forward to attending their annual Labour Day functions to socialize and meet old friends. He was also a member of the Great Lakes Athletic Association, the Westfort Prosvita and St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. Visits from his grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought him great pleasure as well as special occasions such as Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving and birthdays. He was an avid fisherman and hunter and he and his wife spent many summer days fishing in the Whitefish area. Peter enjoyed watching baseball, hockey and games shows on television and up until a number of years ago worked diligently in his garden. He will be missed and is survived by his daughter Mary Ann (Bill) Auld, son Jack (Mitzi), seven grandchildren: Carol of Toronto, Murray, Jody (Danny) Budd, Darrell, Roxanne (Wayne) Skogberg, Joanne (Pat) Ludwig, Karen (Glen) Knoll of Calgary, eight great-grandchildren: Scott, Stephanie, Kevin, Keith, Michael, David, Crystal and Jordan, sisters Anne Haluczak, Stella Vail, Olga Chiarvesio, Doris (Ben) Love, Mary Malanchuk, Nellie Fraser of Richmond, B.C. and Ruth Cassidy of Victoria, B.C., brothers Bill of Thunder Bay and Rudy (Millie) of Cambridge.
He was predeceased by his wife Annie on September 27, 1975, grandson David on December 19, 1990, sister Pauline, brothers Maurice and Paul, and his parents Samuel and Rose.
Funeral Services for the late Mr. Peter Goodie will be held on Monday, September 30, 2002 at 11:00 A.M. in the WESTFORT CHAPEL, 420 W. Gore Street at James with Rev. Bert Vancook officiating. Private family interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery. Visitation for family and friends will be held on Sunday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. in the chapel. If friends so desire memorial donations to the Kidney Foundation or to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Dyson, Kathleen
September 30, 2002
Mrs. Kathleen Johan "Kay" Dyson, nee Chalmers, age 81 years, a longtime resident of Thunder Bay, passed away on Friday, September 27, 2002. Born in Winnipeg, she moved to Thunder Bay in 1952 and was a member of Trinity United Church. She will be lovingly remembered by sons: Richard (Joanne) of Ottawa; Alan (Cathy) of Kitchener and David (Kim) of Kaministiqua; grandchildren: Billea, Katie, Leif, Lindsay and Kjell, brother Alf (Dorothy) Chalmers, nieces: Kathleen, Anne, and Trish (Toronto); nephews: Stanley (Calgary), Terry, Trevor (Winnipeg) , and Tobe (Wawa); as well as by close friends in Thunder Bay. Kay was predeceased by her husband Art Dyson in 1969 and parents Susan and Alfred Chalmers. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, October 2nd at 11:00 a.m. in the Sargent & Son Funeral Chapel, 21 N. Court Street, with Rev. Randy Boyd of Trinity United Church officiating. Interment of cremains in Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
Johnson, Ingmar
September 30, 2002
Mr. Ingmar "Ollie" Johnson, age 77 years, a resident of Gertrude Avenue, passed away in T.B.R.H. Port Arthur General on Saturday, September 28, 2002. Funeral services for the late Ollie Johnson will be held on Tuesday, October 1st at 11:00 a.m. in Immanuel Lutheran Church (Pearl Street) with Pastor Matthew Diegel officiating. Services complete in the church with cremation to follow. Visitation for friends will be from 5:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Monday evening in the Sargent & Son Funeral Chapel, 21 N. Court Street where Pastor Matthew Diegel will lead the Prayer Service beginning at 6:00 p.m.
TRAKALO, ELMER STEVE
On Friday, September 27, 2002 surrounded by his loving and devoted wife and children. Predeceased by son, Steven Nov. 1972, father Steve Trakalo Jan. 1977, and mother, Elsie Trakalo Nov. 1989. Survived by his wife and best friend Gemma, children, Julie (John) Michieli, Dan (Tina Travolo) Trakalo, and Michelle (Keith Cochrane) Trakalo. Grandchildren, Steven Trakalo, Maximilian and Molly Michieli. Sister Adele (Walter) Mychasiw of Vista MB enroute. Also, numerous relatives in Canada and the U.S. Elmer was born
Dec. 17, 1936 in Rossburn MB. He attended the elementary school system in the Rossburn district and Rossburn High School. He moved to Atikokan in 1956 where he was employed at Steep Rock Iron Mines as a Chemist. Elmer married Gemma (nee DeAmicis) of Thunder Bay on Oct. 7, 1961 and shared 41 beautiful years together. They lived in Atikokan until 1963 and then moved and settled in Thunder Bay where they raised four wonderful children. He owned and operated Superior Laboratories, Assaying until 1967. He worked at the LPH as a Psychiatric Nursing Assistant until 1972. In 1968, his vision began of Wizard’s Stereo, which started in his home and then grew and flourished for the next 25 years in both the north and south sides of Thunder Bay. In 1998, semi-retired, he enjoyed working summer months for Sears until 2001 and then Strasser & Lang until present. Elmer’s first priority was spending time with his family. He enjoyed his work, billiards, travelling, and entertaining family and friends, watching boxing and playing keno. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Leo Council 1130 from 1960 to present. He also volunteered hundreds of hours of his time to the Lion’s Club of Thunder Bay although he was not a member. He always had a smile for everyone and a nickname for those closest to him. Elmer was one of the kindest souls that anyone had the privilege to know. He will be missed immensely by family, friends and all that knew him. Funeral services for the late Mr. Elmer Steve Trakalo will be held on Tuesday, October 01, 2002 leaving the EVEREST FUNERAL CHAPEL 299 Waverley St. at Algoma at 10:30 AM to Corpus Christi R.C. Church for Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM celebrated by Rev. P.M. Stilla. Services to be complete in the church with private interment to take place at a later date in Our Lady of Charity Mausoleum at St. Andrew’s Cemetery. Visitation for friends will be on Monday after 6:00 PM in the EVEREST CHAPEL, with Vigil Prayers offered at 7:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations to Northern Cancer Research Foundation, St. Joseph’s Critical Care Hospital or Corpus Christi Church would be appreciated.
