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Thurier, Earl
December 03, 2002
MR. EARL VICTOR THURIER born
October 17, 1924, passed away at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital on Saturday, November 30, 2002. He is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Eve; his daughters Barb (Gord) Kadolph, Brenda (Jim) McGuiness; sons Gerald (Margaret), Edmund (Barbara), Lorne (Jan); the mother of his children Mary (Al) Petersen; his stepchildren Debra (Fred) Bednarski, Kathy (Mike) Barker, Lorne (Darlene) Johnston, 17 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. Earl is also survived by his brothers Garnet (Moira), Ralph; his sisters Elsie (Hilding) Lundquist, Louise Havard, Yvonne Thurier, Laura Grinstead (Marc Huley), Donna Provick, Theresa (Gus) Madey and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Henry and Henrietta, his brothers Clarence and Kenneth, and by his grandson Barry Kadolph. Earl served in the military for several years. He was an active member of the Moose Lodge in Thunder Bay, joining the Royal Canadian Legion in Agassiz, B.C. when he retired. He moved to Lethbridge in September of this year and joined the Legion shortly before his passing. He was a director of Agassiz Agricultural Centre for 22 years. During his years in Thunder Bay he worked for Industrial Equipment Ltd. selling Pioneer chain saws flying throughout Northwestern Ontario. In 1953 he started Pioneer Airways at Crystal Lake Lodge, Atikokan, Ontario. Oh, HOW HE LOVED TO FLY! His passion was flying. He taught at least forty pilots including his three sons. In 1978 he semi-retired to Agassiz, B.C. accomplishing many of his dreams. Some of those were selling real estate, entertaining seniors by playing his banjo along with his band friends. Earl got much joy from helping people. He had the gift of seeing past the obvious and focusing on the good that is in us all. A special thanks to all staff in ICU at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital and to Chaplain John Moerman who so graciously cared for our loved one as he was waiting to take his final flight. Also a special thanks to the many friends for your generosity, kindness and prayers during this difficult time. He will be greatly missed. At Earl’s request there will be no funeral held. A Private service for family will be held. If friends so desire, Memorial Tributes may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 1011 – 2 Avenue South Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 0C8 or to a charity of one’s choice. Honoured to serve the family, CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1. Telephone (403) 381-7777.
Johnstone, Bruce
December 03, 2002
Mr. Bruce Johnstone, age 71 years, a life-long resident of Thunder Bay, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness in Thunder Bay Regional Hospital - McKellar with his family by his side on Monday, December 2, 2002. He was married to and survived by his wife Joan (nee Bryer) and they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in June, 2001. Together they raised three daughters, Patricia (Jamie) Lawson of Abbotsford, B.C., Wendy (Doug) Ridley of Winnipeg, MB and Carol (Jim) Walker of Thunder Bay. Bruce is also survived by seven grandchildren, Sarah, Jonathon and Michael Lawson, Melanie (Cam) Hall, Alex, Autumn and Aaron Walker, three great-grandchildren, Ethan and Emily Hall and Elora Lawson, brothers and sisters Jack Kerr (Jan) of Canon Falls, Minn., Jim Johnstone of Winnipeg, MB, Richard Johnstone, Grace (Dan) Giesbrecht, Jean (John) Lightfoot all of Abbotsford, B.C. and Don (Martha) Johnstone of Thunder Bay. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive. He was predeceased by his sisters Dot Hooke, Marion Johnstone and Viola Tuhkanen, his brother Robert Kerr and his parents Archibald and Grace Johnstone. Bruce began his employment with the Thunder Bay Police Department on June 23, 1952 and retired as Detective Staff Sgt., Criminal Investigation Branch on June 30, 1986. He enjoyed the breakfast outings with his fellow co-workers throughout his retirement. He was a dedicated and loving husband and father who cherished visits with his grandchildren (kidlets), as they did with him. Bruce will be sadly missed by all as he touched our lives in so many ways. As per his wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial service to celebrate his life will be held at St. Michael’s and All Angels Church on Thursday, December 5, 2002 at 12:00 noon with Rev. Peter Smyth officiating. Interment will take place at a later date in the Memorial Gardens at St. Michael’s and All Angels. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lung Association.
Rayment (nee Armstrong), Myrtle Wilhemine
JANUARY 29, 1915 - December 03, 2002
Died peacefully in her 88th year, Sunday, December 1, 2002 in Thunder Bay. Loving wife of the late Charles Rayment (December 1981). Beloved mother of Paul Rayment and Elaine (Rayment) deBoer. Paul and Norma Rayment, and son Alex (14) of Oakville, Ontario. Elaine and John deBoer and children Sharon (22), Jeffrey (20), Camille (17) and Kenda (15) of Thunder Bay. She was a longtime resident of the Peterborough area, Artist/Teacher, and a Foster Mother to many. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at Comstock Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 356 Rubidge Street, Peterborough. Myrtle was a founding member of Northview Pentecostal Church, Fairbairn Street at Towerhill Road, in Peterborough where service will be held Thursday, December 5, 2002 at 10:30 a.m. Pastors Murray Lincoln and Stephen Kennedy will officiate. Interment will follow at Rosemount Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations to Canadian Diabetes. Association or The Blind Mission would be appreciated by the family.
Hovi, Arnold
December 03, 2002
Mr. Arnold John Hovi of Murillo passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 2, 2002 at the age of 52 years as a result of a motor vehicle accident. Arnold was born
in Fort William and grew up in the Silver Mountain Area, attending local schools. He was married in 1972 at Wesley United Church to Patricia Shanahan. He enjoyed golf, curling, skiing, snowboarding and fishing. He was a handy-man with many talents. Arnold was a member of the Lakehead Search and Rescue as well as Air Search and Rescue for many years. Arnold is survived by his wife Pat, son Colin, daughter Jennifer, father Urho, brothers: Wilbert (Pat) and Melvin (May), sisters: Helvi Ponka (Bill), Edla Pajunen (Tauno) and Irena Loukola. Many nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive. He was predeceased by his mother Taimi, brother Harold and nephew Robert Ponka. Funeral Services for the late Mr. Arnold Hovi will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, December 5, 2002 at the WESTFORT CHAPEL, 420 W. Gore Street at James with Rev. Jann Sampson, of Pinegrove United Church officiating. An evening gathering for family and friends will be held on Wednesday evening (tonight) from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. in the chapel. In lieu of flowers if friends so desire memorial donations to the Northern Cancer Research Foundation or to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Larson, Roy
December 04, 2002
Roy Larson age 74 years of Terrace Bay passed away on December 2, 2002. Roy worked at Kimberly-Clark in Terrace Bay for 37 years and continued working every shut-down after retiring from 1992 and until 2001. Roy will be sadly missed by his many friends and co-workers. Roy loved to hunt and fish as well as spend time camping with his family and friends.
Roy will be lovingly remembered by his daughters Darlene Huggard (Vic) and Valerie Bygate (Tony) and sons Rod (Evangeline) and Gary (Kate) as well as his grandchildren, Rhonda, Calvin, Corey, Kristen, Courtney, Whitney and Justin. Roy will also be sadly missed by his sisters Lillian, Linnea, Ruby, Helen and Judy and his brother Jerry.
Roy was predeceased by his wife Margaret and his brothers Lorne and Ernie (Sonny) and his parents Isador and Annie.
Friends may call between 7:00pm. and 9:00pm. on Wednesday December 4, 2002 at The Terrace Bay Community Church. Funeral Service will begin at 11:00am.on Thursday December 5, 2002 also at Terrace Bay Community Church with Beth Kerr Officiating. Interment will follow in Terrace Bay Cemetery. Arrangements are entrusted to King Funeral Home of Schreiber. If friends so desire donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Martyn, Edith
December 04, 2002
Mrs. Edith Gertrude Martyn age 90 years, a resident of Thunder Bay, died in Thunder Bay Regional Hospital, McKellar site, on Tuesday, December 3, 2002. Edith was born
in Calgary, Alberta April 8, 1912 and moved with her parents Mabel and Jim Jones to Murillo in 1916. She lived in Murillo all her life and was married to Rolland Martyn in 1931 where they farmed until 1964 when they moved to Fort William. She worked for the Ministry of Natural Resources Tree Farm for 23 years. She was a long time exhibitor at district fairs. Edith was also a member of the Hymers Agricultural Society for many years where she took many prizes. She also exhibited at the Lakehead Exhibition. Edith was also a member of the Calgary Stampede where she showed many quilts and was awarded many prizes. In 1987 Edith became Thunder Bay’s first Quilting Queen. In 1964 she became a member of the Women of the Moose Fort William Women’s Chapter 1338. She was a member of Patterson Court Club and a member of the Golden Agers Bowlers at Superior Bowladrome. She loved gambling and playing cards. Her pride and joy were her many grandchildren. Edith is survived by her children Holly (Walter) Hornbacher of Calgary, Alberta, Marlene (Jim) Bell, Murillo, Beverley (Robert) Morrow of Shebandowan, Sharon (David) Takalo, Sandra (Rodney) Duke, Sheila (Grant) Vaillant, all of Thunder Bay, Melvin 'Bob' (Flora) Martyn, Murillo, Clinton (Thelma) Martyn, Murillo, Milton (June) Martyn, Morley (Thelma) Martyn, daughter-in-law Jannette Martyn, all of Thunder Bay. She is also survived by 29 grandchildren and 38 great-grandchildren and sisters Mabel (Gordon) Hogan, and Doris (Albert) Bernst, both of Thunder Bay, Ontario and special friend Angelo “Star” Perozzo, Thunder Bay. Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. Edith was predeceased by her parents James and Mabel Jones, husband Rolland, granddaughters Sandra Morrow and Heather Vaillant, grandsons Jeffrey Martyn and William Vaillant, brothers Donald and Ted Jones, sisters Carrie (Eric) Schussler and Evelyn (Gunnar) Almgren, step-brothers Scotty Hamilton, and Bob Hamilton, and her step-father Hugh Hamilton and son-in-law George Chornawka. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. in the Blake Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Carl Triskle of First Church United officiating. Services will be complete in the Chapel with final interment to follow at a later date in Stanley Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. in the Blake Funeral Chapel. The Ladies of Moose will hold memorials services at 7:00 p.m. If friends desire, memorials to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Miles, Brian
December 04, 2002
Mr. Brian Miles, age 49 years of May Street passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 27, 2002.
Brian was the adopted son of Arthur and Elizabeth Miles, who predeceased him. He is survived by his brother Gerry, sister-in-law Sherry Miles, 2 nieces Christine and Jennifer, all of Regina, Saskatchewan, special cousin Mary Lee Mahagen (Jerry) and family, as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews across Canada.
Funeral Services for the late Mr. Brian Miles will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, December 6, 2002 at EVEREST FUNERAL CHAPEL, 299 Waverley Street at Algoma with Major Rick Pollard, of the Salvation Army Church officiating. Services will be complete in the chapel with a private interment at Riverside Cemetery. If friends so desire memorial donations made to the Salvation Army Church would be appreciated.
Morris, Leena Alice
December 04, 2002
Mrs. Leena Alice Morris, aged 85 years, a resident of Dawson Court Home for the Aged, passed away peacefully on Thursday evening November 28th, 2002. Leena is survived by a nephew Lawrence Gokey of Vancouver, B.C.
She is predeceased by her husband Duncan Morris in 1980, her parents Nicholas and Rose Negrich and a sister Mary Gokey of Vancouver.
A graveside service for Leena Alice Morris will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. in Riverside Cemetery.
Jenkens Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
Linkewich, Veronica
December 05, 2002
Veronica (Verna / Baba) Barbara Linkewich (nee Gerega / Kondrat) age 90, passed away in her sleep 04 December 2002, while in hospital with her family by her side. Born in Shoal Lake, Manitoba, she was raised near Kelloe on a farm. Her father Adalbert Gerega, died in a barn fire when she was 2. Verna went to school in Kelloe until 14 when she went to work. She later moved to Winnipeg in 1936. In 1939 she met Nick Linkewich and in June 1940 they married and moved to Kenora where they owned and operated Nick’s Grocery Store. In 1942 they had a son, Ed. In 1946 they moved to Schreiber where they built the Mayfair Hotel (the first ‘wet’ establishment in Schreiber) and later the Broadway Theatre. In 1952 the family moved to Terrace Bay where they built the Roxy Theatre and the new family home. Verna managed the theatre until it closed in 1973 when Nick died. After selling the family business she retired in Terrace Bay until 1985 when she moved to Thunder Bay to care for her brother John who later died from cancer. Since 1985 she has enjoyed gardening, especially her raspberries, shopping, her pets, and especially being with her family and grandchildren. They often stayed with her, especially while going to university. She was a very proud member of the Ruby Rebekah Lodge 279 IOOF of Schreiber for many years. She was a long time member of the P.C. Party and was very proud of the personal letters and photos she received from both Brian Mulroney and Joe Clarke. She was also most honoured to meet Mike Harris, the Premier of Ontario, in 1999. In 1982 she was thrilled to travel to Australia and New Zealand with her sister Mary and favourite niece Shirley Twerdun. Through the years she often traveled to Winnipeg to visit family there. This past summer she flew to Ottawa to visit her grandson Jason and check out his new house.
Verna is survived by her son Ed (wife Barbara), grandchildren Jason, Ottawa, Penny, Aimee and Beth of Thunder Bay; and relatives in Winnipeg- sister Mary Maskiw, niece Shirley Twerdun, nephews Jim (Helen) Maskiw, Jerry Maskiew, and Don (Jan) Maskiw, and her cat Holmes in Thunder Bay. She was predeceased by her father Adalbert Gerega 1914, step father John Kondrat 1968, husband Nick 1973, mother Annie Kondrat 1973, and her brother John Kondrat 1985.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 7th at 11:00am in the Chapel of Harbourview Funeral Centre, 499 North Cumberland Street, officiated by Rev. David Silliman of Knox United Church. Visitation for family and friends will be held one hour prior to the time of Service. A further service and interment will take place in Winnipeg at a later date.
Verna was a very generous person who supported so many charities. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the Hospice Palliative Care Network Northwest - Pain and Symptom Management Team, 1159 Alloy Drive, Thunder Bay, P7B 6M8, or the charity of your choice.
Dodge, Susan Dodge
December 05, 2002
Mrs. Susan Dodge, age 84 years, passed away peacefully at her residence in Pioneer Ridge on Wednesday, December 4, 2002 with her family by her side. Born in Port Arthur, she was a lifetime resident. In her younger years, Susan was employed by the T. Eaton Co. for a number years. In 1943 when she married Mervin and together raised their family. She enjoyed bowling and travelling with her husband and family throughout North America. Her main interests were her home and family and Susan especially enjoyed her grandchildren.
Susan is survived by two daughters: Heather Outhouse, Jacqueline (Seppo) Ala-Pantti, both of Thunder Bay; five grandchildren: Tracey (Vince) Miceli, Stephen (Christa) Outhouse in Nova Scotia, Tara Outhouse, Eric Ala-Pantti, Kevin Ala-Pantti; three great grandchildren: Marcus and Tyler Miceli and Jacob Outhouse; sister Helen Smith of Winnipeg MB; two sisters-in-law: Verna Leach and Violet Colyer, both of Thunder Bay. Also surviving are nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was predeceased by her parents John and Bessie Baxter, husband Mervin in 1983 and sister Bessie Wear.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday, December 9th, at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Harbourview Funeral Centre, 499 North Cumberland Street, officiated by Pastor Mark Owens of First Baptist Church. Interment will take place in Riverside Cemetery. Visitation for family and friends will be held one hour prior to time of service. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made in Susan’s memory to the Alzheimer Society of Thunder Bay or to The Lung Association.
Keskinen, Into Iivari
December 06, 2002
Mr. Into Iivari Keskinen age 80 years of Dawson Court passed away peacefully at his residence on Tuesday, December 3, 2002. Born in Siipyy, Finland he came to Canada to the Lakehead in the 1950’s where he worked for the Abitibi-Price Paper Mill. Survived by sister Henna-Kaarina in Sweden, 1 nephew in Sweden, 1 niece and 3 nephews in Finland. Predeceased by his parents, one sister and 2 brothers. Funeral services for the late Mr. Into Keskinen will be held on Monday, December 9, 2002 at 1:30 PM in Hilldale Lutheran Church with Pastor Jari Lahtinen officiating. Interment in Riverside Cemetery. Removal will be made from the EVEREST FUNERAL CHAPEL, 299 Waverley St. at Algoma, to the Church at 12:00 noon for visitation one hour prior to service time. If friends so desire, donations to Hilldale Lutheran Church, Lutheran Community Care Centre or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
French, Muriel Marie
December 06, 2002
Mrs. Muriel Marie French [nee Coutts], age 85 years, of 1421 Cuthbertson Place, passed away at St. Joseph's Hospice December 3, 2002. She was born
in Unity, Saskatchewan, September 27, 1917. Muriel graduated from Saskatoon Normal School in 1936 and began teaching at Tousley School, Eyre, Saskatchewan. She then moved to Sudbury in 1939 and began working for the T. Eaton Company till 1943 when she married John E. French. Muriel and John moved their family to the Fort William area in 1946. She often spoke of the hard times they first encountered and the great people of Rosslyn . In 1949, Muriel and John opened the Einarson and French Block Plant on Syndicate Avenue. In 1963 they had a vision to build the Airlane Motor Hotel. Muriel's slogan "A Guest When You Enter A Friend When You Leave" became the basis for doing business at the Airlane. Muriel managed the Gift Shop and quietly assisted John with every change or improvement at the Airlane. It is true that behind every good man there is a great woman!
Her love for the game of curling sparked conversation at the dinner table, where John could be heard saying "Couttsie, you should have seen the shot last night" and from there the discussion would begin with the salt and pepper shakers, sugar bowl and any other dishes becoming "rocks" to clarify the play. Muriel even kept a close watch on the recent ladies skins game on TV.
Baseball, especially her favourite Blue Jays provided many evenings of entertainment and she could tell anyone the most up-to-date stats for the players. Muriel was an awesome duplicate bridge player and along with her partner were well-liked for their easy-going attitude to a game that is often taken too seriously. She loved to dance and recently became an avid square dancer, reserving Monday and Friday evenings for dancing with old and new friends.
Muriel and her friends were always travelling the world looking for new adventures from hot air ballooning to white water rafting. She kept in close touch with her roots and in 1985 provided information about her old school for a production of the film "Don't Shoot the Teacher".
All of these interests and the many friendships she cultivated were important to Muriel but the single most valued aspect of her life was her family.
Muriel is survived by daughters Heather French and Susan French; son Bill French and wife Diana, son-in-law Blake Haverluck and wife Pat; grandchildren Meredith Malloch, Kevin and Christopher Woit, Michael French, Patrick French (Marni) Sarah Gerry (Jason), Suzanne Marshall (Allan), Kim Haverluck; great grandchildren Jillian and Carmen Marshall; brothers Jim Coutts, Art Coutts (Connie); brother-in-law Glenn French (Elsie) and many nieces and nephews.
Muriel was predeceased by her husband John, daughter Donna Haverluck, mother and father Mary and James Coutts, and brother Frank Coutts.
A celebration of Muriel's life will be held on Monday, December 23, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at Wesley United Church. Inurnment will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to The Thunder Bay Regional Hospital Foundation, St. Joseph's Foundation - Hospice Unit or the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the Sargent & Son Funeral Home.
