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MARCH 13, 2002 ANNOUNCEMENTS- Obituaries PENNINGTON, Edythe Louise On March 10, 2002, Mrs. Louise Pennington passed away at the age of 80 years. She is survived by her two sons, William (Margery) Ross and their son, Kevin (Colleen) of St. Albert, Alberta, Bryan (Lill) and their daughter, Kristina of Leduc, Alberta. Louise has five great-grandchildren whom she loved dearly, Ryan, Tyler, T.J., Shelise and Darren Jr.

Her sister, Alice lives in Markham, Ontario. She was predeceased by her husband, Ken in 1994; two grandsons, Murray and Darren in 1997. Respecting her wishes, there will be no funeral or memorial service. If friends so desire, memorial donations can be made to the Alberta Lung Association, Box 4500, Station Edmonton, Alberta T6E 6K2; or to a charity of choice. The love, compassion, wisdom and understanding that Louise shared in her own "special way" will remain with family and friends forever.

Howard McBride Westlawn 484-5500 PROUDLEY, Albert E. September 15, 1908 March 10, 2002 Albert Proudley passed away in the Wainwright Auxiliary Hospital on March 10, 2002. Predeceased was his first wife of 33 years, Gladys 1972; and second wife, Lola of 15 years in 1987. To remember him is his only child, Melba and Clare Clemmer of Wainwright. Grandchildren and GreatGrandchildren, Connie of Vancouver, Heather and Jerry of Wainwright, Cathy, Phil and Shea of Edmonton, Scott, Myline, Courtney, Nathan and Zane of Wainwright, and Kelly, Shannon and Ashton of Wainwright.

Born in England, Albert moved to Canada at a very young age. While working in the coal mines in Drumheller, Albert met Gladys and married in 1935. In 1940, Albert joined the military and was sent to Europe to serve his country. Upon his return, he reunited with Gladys and Melba in Alder Flats. Albert loved to fish and was an avid gardener.

Albert later moved to Edmonton and then to Wainwright. He was admitted to the Wainwright Auxiliary Hospital in 1999 where he resided until his passing. There will be no service by Albert's request. May he rest in peace. -286509 SCHILLER, Arnold Arnie passed away peacefully March 9, 2002.

He leaves his family to celebrate his life, three children, Arny (Karen), Betty Anne (Gerry) Waugh and Wendy (John) Krikorian; three sisters, Pat Lanoutte, Betty Hayduk and Therese Leeder; three brothers, Gregory, Lawrence and Edward; as well as his grandchildren, extended family and special friends. Friends wish pay their last respects, Funeral may Home do on so at Thursday, Connelly March McKinley 7 9 p.m. A celebration will be held at Funeral Home on Friday, March 15, 2002 at 3:00 p.m. with Rt. Reverend Fee Otterson.

In lieu of flowers, friends who so make Edmonton S.P.C.A. memorial donations directly, to the Edmonton, AB, T5B 1M8). ConnellyMcKinley 10011-114 Street, (780) 422-2222, to send condolences: www.connelly-mckinley.com -030335 SHALKA, Frances Jane 1948 2002 Frances Shalka passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 2002 at her home in the Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, Calgary, AB at the age of 53 years. Frances was born on March 21, 1948 in Bonnyville, AB.

She received her schooling in Fort Kent, AB and then attended the University of Alberta in Edmonton where she received de her Bachelor of Education degree. Frances then began a teaching career with the Calgary Catholic Board working in the primary grades at Holy Cross School and St. Vincent de Paul School. She loved teaching and enjoyed working with her students. Travel was Frances' other love.

She traveled extensively throughout Europe and the United States. In 1981, Frances was diagnosed as having a brain tumor. Resulting brain damage rendered Frances unable to care for herself. She became a resident of the Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre in 1987 where she was very well cared for by a wonderful dedicated staff to whom her family will be forever grateful.

The family also is thankful for Gloria, Frances' caregiver for then past several years, who dedicated many hours to enhancing Frances' quality of life. Frances leaves to mourn her loving mother, Katie Shalka of Fort Kent, AB; a sister, Eileen (John) Leeds of Calgary, AB; and a brother, Kenneth Shalka of Fort Kent, AB. Frances is sadly missed by her two nieces, Diane (Rod) Orr of Edmonton, Brenda Leeds (Bob) Binder of Belmont, CA; and her nephew, Michael Leeds of Calgary, AB. She was predeceased by her father, Joseph in 1981. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at St.

Joseph's Parish, Fort Kent, AB on Thursday, March 2002 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Joseph's Parish, Fort Kent, AB on Friday, March 15, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. with Father Zamura, Celebrant. A Celebration Memorial Service will be held at the Dr.

Vernon Fanning Centre Chapel (722 16 Avenue N.E., Calgary, AB) at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 23, 2002. To e-mail expressions of sympathy: com Subject Heading: Frances Shalka. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made in Frances' memory directly to Carewest Development Council, Calgary Health Trust (gift directed to the Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre), 1070 McDougall Road N.E., Calgary, AB 7Z2.

Final funeral arrangements are entrusted to Memento Funeral Chapel, Bonnyville, AB. Telephone: (780) 826-3113. living memory of Frances Shalka, a tree will be planted at Nose Creek Valley by Mcinnis Holloway Funeral Homes, Crowfoot Chapel, 82 Crowfoot Circle N.W., Calgary, AB. T3G 2T3 Telephone: (403) 241-0044. -087488 FROM PAGE ANNOUNCEMENTS Obituaries WANDIO, Joyce Althea (nee Dawe) On March 6, 2002, Joyce Wandio of Edmonton passed away after a courageous battle with cancer.

Joyce was born on December 23, 1921 in St. John's, Newfoundland. She worked 34 years at Land Titles Office in Edmonton. She is survived by her loving husband, John of 37 years; four grandchildren, Kevin LaValley and Shannon, Christopher and Michael Moulton. Predeceased by her two sons, Peter LaValley and Craig Moulton.

Funeral Service Saturday, March 16 at 11:30 a.m. at Park Memorial Chapel, 9709 111 Avenue. Reverend David Quigley officiating with interment Northern Lights Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Edmonton General (Grey Nuns) Hospital Foundation, Palliative Station 43, 11111 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5K 0L4. Park Memorial Ltd.

Funeral Administrators and Directors (The Chapel on the Boulevard) 426-0050. -021419 Cards of Thanks SCHUSTER, Berenice Ken Schuster and family wish to extend heartfelt thanks to relatives, friends, and neighbors for food, cards, visits, flowers, donations and expressions of sympathy. Special thanks to Gertie, Roland, Jan, Steven, and Raymond for the music. Thanks to Father Dario and Father Walter Laliberty for the services. Thanks to Bob Jones and staff for the special funeral arrangements.

Thanks to Dr. Gokiert, Dr. Koski, nurses, and support staff that provided excellent care for Berenice during her illness. Thanks to the Royal Canadian Legion and the Ladies Auxiliary for the lunch. -041332 In Memoriams BEDARD, Henry April 5, 1927 to March 13, 1992 Beloved husband, father and grandfather Every day in some small way Memories of you come our way; Though absent, you are ever near, Still missed, loved, always dear.

Lovingly remembered by wife, Audrey, children, Yvonne, Sharon, Robert, Cyndy, Donna and Lucy and families. -045393 BERGEY, Harold C. Born March 24, 1924 Died March 13, 1997 Sweet to remember him who once was here, And who, though absent, is just as dear. Remembered by loving wife, Mary Shauna, Ivan Jayne Roger Granddaughters and Great-Grandson, Tyler -108842 CLEMENS, Clifford Brian March 13, 2001 He left us quietly His thoughts unknown But he left us a memory We are proud to own. So treasure him, Lord, In your garden of rest For when on earth He was one of the best.

Ever remembered and sadly missed by wife, Freda, and family. -041379 DAIGLE, William John September 10, 1933 to March 13, 2001 We do not need a special day To bring you to our mind, For the days we do not think of you, Are very hard to find. The memories we cherish Will be forever in our hearts. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by your wife, Emma; Sandy, Darren, Karen and family. -045001 HALSTEAD, Monica Agatha -031209 HUZIAK, Jean In loving memory of our mother who passed away March 13, 2001.

Somewhere beyond the golden sunset, Amidst the clear blue skies, You'd dwell in the beautiful garden Where happiness never dies. Forever in our hearts, Lorne, Darcie and families. -015513 February 16, 1962 March 16, 2001 A Service Rememberance at the Cornerstone New Testament Church of God, 9620-109 Avenue on Saturday, March 16, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. We will forever cherish the memories of you. You are gone but not forgotton.

Sadly missed by family and friends. MULYK, Mike March 13, 1999 In loving memory our beloved husband, dad Dido who left us 3 years ago today. Memories of you will always live in our hearts. We miss your calm wisdom, gentle ways and loving smile. You were a wonderful husband, father and Dido.

We miss you dearly. Love Sonia, your children grandchildren. NESS, Eva Bell In loving memory of Eva Ness who passed away on March 13, 2000. Those we hold most dear Never truly leave us They live on in our hearts forever. Remembered with love, Delores and family.

-127666 NILSON, Ernest A heart of gold stopped beating Working hands at rest God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by your loving wife, children and grandchildren. -098354 STEFANIUK, Michael (Mike) March 13th, 1998. In memory of our husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Always remembered and sadly missed by your loving family.

-155175 Cemetery Plots, Vaults 1 BURIAL PLOT AT EVERGEEN MEMORIAL GARDENS, ASKING $1000. (Regular price $1150) 1-250-756-0130. -033756 B1 EDMONTON JOURNAL B5 On March 9, 2002, Mr. John Sidor of Ituna, Saskatchewan, formerly of Andrew, Alberta passed away at the age of 78 years. He is survived by seven loving sisters and one brother, Catherine Sharan, Alex Sidor, Melnyk, Helen Lyzniuk, Nancy Wolski, Olga Palichuk, Mary Chordiuski, and Vicky Stokowski; also nunieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

He was predeceased parents, Mike and Marie; brother, Metros; and sister, Cecilia. Memorial Service Saturday, March 23 at 11:30 a.m. at Park Memorial Chapel, 9709 111 Avenue with Reverend Doug Carr officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cross Cancer Institute, Alberta Cancer Foundation, 11560 University Avenue, Edmonton, AB T6G 122. Park Memorial Ltd.

Funeral Administrators and Directors (The Chapel on the Boulevard) 426-0050. -058059 SULLIVAN, Dannie SIDOR, John Monday, March 11, 2002, Mr. Dannie Sullivan of Entwistle, Alberta passed away suddenly at the age of 61 years. He leaves to mourn his loss, his daughter, Erin Sullivan of Edmonton; loving companion, Jean Pattison, Entwistle; three sisters, Margaret Strachan, Rita Pearon, both of Entwistle, Charlotte and Russell Lahti, Erickson, B.C. Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, March 14, 2002 at 2:00 p.m.

Elizabeth Roman Catholic Church, Evansburg with Father Stan Blaszkowski officiating. If desired, donations may be made to Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation. Drayton Valley Funeral Services: Tinant Funeral Directors in care of arrangements. Phone 780-542-5511. -055009 TCHIR, Annie ON March 9, 2002, Mrs.

Annie Tchir of A Holden, Alberta passed away in Edmonton at the age of 77 years. Sandra She is survived by Hamblin two of daughters, (Wayne) B.C., Victoria (Robert) Kostuk of Edmonton; two sons, Frank (Dianne) Errington, B.C., Lawrence (Nora) of Holden; seven grandchildren; one brother, Charles (Pearl) Edmonton; one sister-in-law, Josie Olesek of Mannville, Alberta; numerous relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Fred Tchir; one brother, Frank; and her parents. Prayer Service will be held at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 13, 2002 at the Holy Ghost Ukrainian Catholic Church in Holden, Alberta. Divine Liturgy at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, March 14, 2002 at the St.

Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church (Holden South Farms). Interment to follow in the St. Mary's Cemetery. Memorial donations may be given to the charity of one's choice. Tofield Funeral Home, 662-3959.

-014568 VALIQUETTE, Victor VALIQUETTE, Victor On Sunday, March 10, 2002, Victor Valiquette of Whitehorse peacefully stepped into Eternity to be in the loving arms of his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. He is survived by his loving wife, Marie; one son, Bob (Bonnie); two daughters, Debbie and Michelle; step Rob; nine grandchildren, Miles, Dylan, Shelby, Chris, Marcus, Brandon, Paulina, Kyle, and Gordie; three sisters, Laurette, Jeanette, and Henriette (Larry); one brother, Gilles (Alice). Vic enjoyed a vast extended family of in-laws, aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews and made strong and lasting friendships with many people during his life. Vic was born and raised in northern Alberta, and moved to Whitehorse, Yukon where he lived for the past 16 years. People knew Vic will remember him for his outgoing nature, willingness to help others, and his loyalty.

The family extends special thanks to the staff at Capital Health Norwood Extended Care. A Memorial Service and Celebration of his life will be held at Edmonton Central Seventh Day Adventist Church, 10131 111 Avenue on Saturday, 16, 2002 at 2:30 p.m.; a luncheon will follow. A Memorial Service will be held in Whitehorse at a future date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice, in memory of Vic. -012547 VANCE, Theresa (Terry) C.

On a Friday, March 8, 2002, Terry Vance passed away peacefully at the age of 71 years. She is lovingly remembered by her husband, Lorne 46 her two daughters, Lorna (Mac) Adams and Brenda (Frank) Clausing; five grandchildren, Brett and Deon Baird, Shelby, Luke and Shane Clausing. Terry will also be remembered by her sister, Irene (Bernard) Eurchuk; her brother, Emery (Jim) Gyuricza; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends. She is predeceased by her sister, Margret; and her brother, Leslie. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, March 15, 2002 at Hainstock's Funeral Home (9810 34 Avenue) at 1:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society 11842 111 Avenue, Edmonton T5G 0E1. Hainstock's Funeral Home Crematorium, 440-2999. -017962 WAGNER, Joe On March 12, 2002 Joe Wagner of Edmonton passed away. He leaves to mourn his loss, his loving wife, Marie; three children, Ken Wagner, Laura Wagner, Debbie Glenn; nine grandchildren; and one sister, Linda Turner. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, at 2:00 p.m.

at the Foster McGarvey Funeral Chapel, 10008 103 Street. Cremation. Friends wishing to pay their respects, may do so on Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. at the Funeral Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cross Cancer Institute. Foster McGarvey Limited, Funeral Directors and Licensed Crematorium, 428-6666. Canadian Independent. -055633 WARNOCK, Baby Sheridan May On Monday, March 11, 2002, Baby Sheridan May Warnock of Mayerthorpe passed away at the age of 4 days. Sheridan will be forever loved, missed and remembered by her and dad, Jennifer and Darren; maternal grandparents, Edward Marion MacDougall; and paternal grandparents, Richard Warnock and Barbara (Chris) Flatekval.

Funeral Service Thursday, March 14 at 4:00 p.m. at Mayerthorpe United Church, Mayerthorpe, Alberta. Reverend Sharon Foster officiating with interment in Anselmo Cemetery, Anselmo, Alberta. In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to the Royal Alexandra Foundation, NICU, 10240 Kingsway Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5H Park Memorial Ltd. Funeral Administrators and Directors (Mayerthorpe)780-786-2533.

-055339 Arbitration breeds mistrust, experts say Government's approach seen as undermining meaningful negotiations DUNCAN THORNE Journal Staff Writer EDMONTON The province's tight control over arbitration with teachers will make public employees mistrustful but likely has public support, says a labour-relations specialist. "The government is saying, 'Not only will we not tolerate the withdrawal of services by certain employees, we'll determine and set the terms of the said Allen Ponak, a professor a at the University of Calgary's management faculty. "It really reduces bargaining to a fairly hollow exercise." The province's Education Services Settlement Act will tell arbitrators they must consider salary issues only and must not impose settlements that make school boards run deficits. Previously, the government has told arbitrators to consider such issues as available finances but has left them discretion in setting terms of contracts, Ponak said. The approach effectively undermines teachers' rights to meaningful negotiation, he said.

"If one side unilaterally can determine the outcome, it becomes a fictitious exercise in negotiating salaries. "Teachers and other public-employee 'Public will be more TEACHERS Continued from BI "These are professionals and they do care about the kids, but in the long-term the stress and the anger and the complete helplessness they feel, has to impact on their health and their abilities to do their job." groups are going to be very mistrustful of the government," he said. "They're also going to be very aware that the government is going to play hardball." Yonatan Reshef, who also specializes in labour negotiations, said the government has become increasingly involved in industrial relations. "In my 1 mind it's not a healthy system." The Klein government has also become less tolerant, Reshef said. He recalled that even at the peak of the "Klein revolution" cuts in the 1990s, the premier agreed to costly severance packages to end an illegal strike by Calgary hospital workers over privatization.

In dealing with the teachers' legal strike, the government has shifted from that "soft approach," he said. Les Steel, president of the Alberta Federation of Labour, sees implications for public sector contract talks throughout the province. "This tells you the government doesn't have much respect for the collective-bargaining approach." Teachers have lost benefits they negotiated in the past, such as hours of work in Edmonton and student -teacher ratios in Calgary, Steel said. "This is a step backward for teachers in this province. They were betrayed by Klein." Dan MacLennan, president of the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees, said unions generally do poorly in arbitration but the legislated terms for the ATA are particularly stark.

"If the rules going into it are viewed as unfair, it's just bad news." aware of conditions' George Diduck, who has a son and daughter in Edmonton schools, doesn't think the government is demonstrating the care with the system it should. "I feel strongly about Edmonton Public being very good, and I see a threat to it," he said. "I'd like to think Alberta Learning would be a real advocate for a worldclass system and it doesn't seem to be." Saville wins judgment in curling league lawsuit High-tech entrepreneur paid $100,000 to buy local franchise GORDON KENT Legal Affairs Writer EDMONTON The Men With Lawsuits have swept their opponents in a legal battle sparked by a failed attempt to start a North American professional curling league. Wealthy high-tech entrepreneur Bruce Saville paid about $100,000 through two companies he ran in 1996 to buy and operate the Edmonton Freez franchise in Curling International, according to court documents. He also had an option for a second franchise in Toronto.

The new league, promoted by Edmonton Oilers co-founder "Wild" Bill Hunter, was the brainchild of former national curling champion Ed Lukowich and Vancouver businessman Merv Bodnarchuk, but it barely got off the ground and Saville never received his money back. Saville sued, claiming in one affidavit that Bodnarchuk has a history of problems with securities commissions in Alberta and British Columbia. In a decision released Tuesday, a judicial official ruled Bodnarchuk must repay the whole amount owed to Basa Systems Group Inc. and Dalgran Systems Group plus interest. "The plaintiffs were to get franchises in a curling league which was to get up and sliding, that is, be operational," wrote Court of Queen's Bench master Michael Funduk.

"That never happened, so there was no performance by It wasn't supposed to happen that way. A confidential franchise owners' manual describes curling as a TV-friendly sport. with a growing, well-heeled audience. There would be eight teams to start, four in Canada and four in the United States, but in the end only Saville and Bodnarchuk bought franchises. Bodnarchuk apparently dreamed of becoming a player like hockey's Mario Lemieux.

He planned to be on his Anaheim Earthquakes team with Lukowich, already a curling partner, and, two other Canadian champions Randy Ferby and Pat Ryan. The men did play together in other competitions. In an affidavit sworn last October, Bodnarchuk- banned from the B.C. stock market for 15 years in 1997 after being convicted of more than 50 securities offences- said he has invested more than $400,000 promoting Curling International. "I believe it is still viable and has a lot of potential for success." His statement of defence insists money was needed to organize the league.

Any refunds that may be owed must come from Curling International a company incorporated in Nevada, and not from individuals involved, it says. Curling International held its inaugural bonspiel that fall. Hunter resigned from the league a short time later to pursue other interests. The two Saville companies cancelled their Edmonton franchise and the Toronto option in March 1997 and filed the lawsuit three months later. Stadium wheelchair policy slammed Journal Staff EDMONTON A disabled advocacy group says City Hall bungled a chance to make Commonwealth Stadium more accessible to wheelchair users.

The city is set to start $1.6 million worth of renovations to the stadium, using money from the 2001 World Championships in Athletics legacy fund. It will go toward building concessions on the west concourse in time for the next football season. About $2.3 million had been spent on developing new concession areas on the east side for last year's track and field championships. We Stand Up For Advertising Standards. For details, call our recorded toll-free information line at 1-877-656-8646 or visit us at adstandards.com ADVERTISING STANDARDS CANADA If possible, the disabled might also benefit from some of that money.

"We're going to try and look at some accessibility, if we can," said city manager Al Maurer of the planned renovations to the city-owned stadium. He said funding was approved by the legacy board specifically for concessions. Russ Norton of the Canadian Paraplegic Association said the stadium needs more extensive renovations to make it welcoming for wheelchair users. The transportation and public works committee asked city staff to report back on the problems facing wheelchair users at the stadium, costs and ways to pay for them. CO CORRECTION Please be advised of the following corrections in our March 14th Supersale Flyer.

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