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Announcements December Calgary C23 Friday 26, Herald 2003 To advertise call 235-7326 Fax: 235-8647 860 Deaths 860 Deaths 860 Deaths 860 BAGLEY Patrick (Jack) November 7,1932 December 22, 2003 Our father and friend went to be with his maker after a long battle with cancer. Jack is survived by his children, Terrie (Gil), Rick and Glenn (Robyn); grandchildren, Jennifer, Nicole (Jeff) and Kathleen; great grandchildren, Tressa, Taylor, Emily and Alyssa; siblings, Morris, Madeline (Jack Ball) and June along with their children and grandchildren, his many friends and three dogs. Patrick was a long-time Toronto Maple Leafs fan and a wonderful grandpa. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff at the Peter Lougheed and Strathmore Hospitals for all of their care and thoughts during this time. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society (Second Floor, 215 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, T2G 1A2).

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Monday, December 29, 2003 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Strathmore, Alberta at a.m., with light lunch and refreshments to follow. WHEATLAND FUNERAL HOME LTD. (Strathmore) in care of arrangements. Telephone: 934-5666. "When Irish eyes are smiling -041069 DIETRICH Kleon Erich 1935 2003 Kleon Erich Dietrich, beloved husband of Joan Dietrich of Calgary, passed away suddenly at the Foothills Medical Centre on Monday, December 22, 2003 at the age of 68 years.

The courageous choice to have another surgery resulted in an extended illness, resulting in his untimely death. Kleon was born on August 16, 1935 on the homestead near MacNutt, SK where he was raised. He later attended Concordia College in Edmonton. Kleon married Joan Lewis on December 21, 1956. Over the years he enjoyed a successful career in sales.

Forced into early retirement due to health issues, he and Joan enjoyed their 'Geritol gypsy days' travelling throughout the U.S.A. in their R.V. After settling in Calgary he enjoyed his independence motoring through the shops at Shawnessy on his scooter, he also thoroughly enjoyed Most his time spent at his grandchildren's sporting events. of all, his amazing courage and constant sense of humour kept us all going. Kleon is survived by his loving wife of forty-seven years, Joan; two daughters, Cheryl (Bill) Tomanik, and Deanne Dietrich; and a son Don (Jackie); his beloved grandchildren, Ryan, Brad, Eric, Tim (Carolyn), Nicholas, Amber, Jenny, Gage, and Erik; his dearly loved brothers and sisters, Harvey (Elsie), Oswald (Joan), Doreen (Al) Rathgeber, Helmuth (Lorraine), Albin (Morag), Walter (Maxene), Arnold (Marnie), Frank (Cathy), and Esther (Gary) Davis; and seventy-one nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents, Adolf and Hedwig; and brothers and sisters-in-law, Bernard Mack, Eleanor Dietrich, George, and Lynn Hunter. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS HOLLOWAY'S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.), on Sunday, December 28, 2003 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at Mcinnis Holloway's Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.), on Monday, December 29, 2003 at 2:30 p.m. with Pastor Willy Reimer of SunWest Christian Fellowship officiating.

To forward expressions of sympathy go to 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 OL9 (Telephone 403-266-0620). In living memory of Kleon Dietrich, 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.

038321 DOELL Helena 1939 2003 Helena Doell of Calgary, passed away at the Peter Lougheed Hospital on Sunday, December 21, 2003 at the age of 64 years. Helena is survived by four sons, Calvin Rachkewich (Charlotte), Lyle Rachkewich (Deanna), Stacy Rachkewich (Susan), Darcy Rachkewich (Gerri), and nine grandchildren. She is also survived by seven brothers and two sisters, John (Helen) Doell, Abe (Margaret) Doell, Ann (Abe) Hildebrandt, Hank (Evelyn) Doell, Art (Karen) Doell, Sue (Jerry) Thierien, all of Saskatoon, SK, Neil (Lorraine) Doell of Martinsville, SK, Pete (Trudy) Doell, and Jake (Dale) Doell, both of Prince Rupert, BC. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS HOLLOWAY'S Eastside Memorial Chapel (5388 Memorial Drive N.E.), today, December 26, 2003 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (7017 California Boulevard N.E.), on Saturday, December 27, 2003 at 10:00 a.m.

Graveside Service to follow at Mountain View Memorial Gardens. To forward expressions of sympathy go to www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In living memory of Helena Doell, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Eastside Memorial Chapel, 5388 MEMORIAL DRIVE N.E., CALGARY. Telephone: 403-248-8585. 038145 DOWLING John Francis Mr.

John Francis Dowling passed away on December 23, 2003 at the age of 69 years. Cremation and Service arrangements in care of COMMEMORATIVE SERVICES FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Telephone: 265-1199. the Lives of Our Community' -040543 HERNANDEZ Jose Ignacio Sr. 1936 2003 Jose Ignacio Hernandez Arellano Sr.

passed away on December 23, 2003 at the High River Hospital at the age of 67 years. Jose is survived by his loving wife Luisa; sons, Alexis (Wende), Jose (Robyn), Vladimir (Jennifer); daughter Ingrid (Dean) Middleton; grandchildren, Zachary and Nikolas Hernandez, Alexander and Isabella Middleton and Jessica, Jakob and Grace Hernandez. Jose is also survived by his sisters in Chile. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, December 27 at 1:30 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness (119 6 Avenue S.E., High River).

A reception will be held at the High River Friendship Centre (504 7 St. S.W., High River) following the Funeral Service. To e-mail condolences to the family please visit www. www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com. -042203 Deaths 860 EADIE -Louis so desire, memorial donations may made to the Alzheimer Society Calgary, 1920-11 Street S.E., Calgary, Alberta T2G 3G2.

FOSTER'S GARDEN HOME, Directors. Telephone: 297-0888. Honoured Provider of Dignity Louis Eadie passed away peacefully with family by his side at the Peter Lougheed Centre on December 24, 2003 at the age of 84 years. Lou is remembered by his wife of sixty-one years, Helen; as well as his five children, Jeanette, Betty, Wilfred, Linda and Danny. Lou will be sadly missed by his ten grandchildren and his greatgrandchildren.

He is also survived by his sister Beth (Tom). Lou was born on January 29, 1919 in Enderby, B.C. After retiring from the Army with thirty years of service, Lou found work with the Trans Canada Pipelines, and enjoyed being a greeter for Walmart until he retired at the age of eighty years. Lou loved to entertain people by writing and singing music, and with his poetry. Funeral Services will be held at FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL, 3220 4 Street N.W.

(across from Queen's Park Cemetery) on December 31, 2003 at 3:00 p.m. Interment to follow at Queen's Park Cemetery. If friends of Dignity EVERETT Mary Margaret -040365 JANSSEN Edna May 1951 2003 Mary Margaret (nee Milner), born July 25, 1921, passed away peacefully December 22, 2003 in Vancouver at the Purdy Pavilion, UBC Hospital. Mary will be lovingly remembered by Bill, her husband of fifty-seven years; her brothers, Bud Milner (Calgary) and Bill Milner (Winnipeg); her children, Bill (Sue), David 1 (Holly), Margot (Ralph) and Peter (Georgina); and grandchildren, Katie, Sarah, James, Darcy, Liam, Jamie, Douglas, Geoffrey, Elisabeth, Mollie and Mac. Mary was predeceased by her third son Jamie.

Mary was born and raised in Winnipeg, graduating from the Winnipeg General Hospital as a registered nurse. Her nursing career included service in the Iron Lung Intensive Care Ward during the Winnipeg polio epidemic and later as a Nursing Sister R.C.N. at HMCS Stadacona in Halifax during World War II. After the war years, Mary continued her love of nursing at the Winnipeg Children's Hospital serving as a long-time Member of the Board of Directors and President of the Hospital. Mary was recognized for her many years of service with the Winnipeg Children's Hospital receiving the prestigious Teddy Award.

The family moved to Vancouver in 1967 where she served as a director of the BC Children's Hospital for eight years. Mary was a lifetime Honorary Member of the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria. While her family always came first, she enjoyed a very active social life with her many friends, always finding time for her golf, bridge and gardening. The family is appreciative and thankful for the love, care and support provided by Mary's loyal friend Dorothy Tam. The family also wishes to thank the staff of the fourth floor of the Purdy Pavilion for their professionalism and kindness during a difficult time.

A Memorial Service will be held at the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club, Jericho Clubhouse at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 30. Donations in lieu of flowers may be sent to the BC Children's Hospital or the Purdy Pavilion, UBC Hospital. Edna May Janssen passed away peacefully at the Didsbury Hospital on Saturday, December 20, 2003 at the age of 52, after a courageous battle with cancer. Edna was born on April 18, 1951 in Didsbury, Alberta.

Edna will be lovingly remembered by her husband Hans Janssen of Didsbury; her mother Mary Hooper of Didsbury; her sister Rita (Hugo) Schwandt of Didsbury; her brothers, Rob (Chris) Hooper of St. Walburg, SK, Dave (Annette) Hooper of Didsbury and Ralph (Virginia) Hooper of Calgary. She will also be lovingly remembered by her nieces, nephews, stepdaughters, stepson and eight step children. Edna was predeceased by her father James Marshall Hooper. A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, December 28, 2003 at 2:00 p.m.

at Zion Evangelical Missionary Church, Didsbury. In memory of Edna, donations may be made to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. As a memorial tribute to Edna Janssen, a tree will be planted in the Heartland Tree Memorial Park, Olds. OLDS FUNERAL HOME CREMATORIUM (Heartland Funeral Services) entrusted with arrangements. Telephone: 1-403-507-8610.

-040409 McCANN- Joan Evelyn 1926 2003 -032263 MILLER Esther Esther Miller (nee Meidinger) formerly of Rockyford, Born in Birmingham, England, Joan passed away peacefully at the Bow View Manor on December 22, 2003. Joan leaves behind her husband of forty-seven years, Tom; her four daughters, Jennifer Richmond (Sherwood Park), Judith Asmundson (Saanichton), Shelagh Weston (Calgary), and Leslie Smyth (Pphom Penh); her sisters, Kath Crossley and Norah Wood, both of England; her two brothers, Dick Ives (New Zealand), and George Ives (England). She is predeceased by her two sisters, Pat and Molly. Her love extended to eight grandchildren, four sons-in-law, Brian, Blayne, Stephen and Tim, and many friends across Canada and England. The family wishes to express a very sincere and grateful thanks to Dr.

Todd and the staff at the Bow View Manor. They have been great. Rhonda Sundberg has been more than a great companion. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, December 27, 2003 at 3:00 p.m. at the CALGARY CREMATORIUM CHAPEL, 3219-4 Street N.W.

(located within the valley of Queen's Park Cemetery). Donations may be made to your local Alzheimer's Society in lieu of flowers. HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES Crematorium Chapel'. Telephone: 299-0111. Alberta passed away at the Strathmore Hospital Extended Care unit on Tuesday, December 23, 2003 at the age of 86 years.

She is lovingly remembered by her husband of sixty-one years, Charlie Miller; her son and daughter-in-law, Dale and Leona; her daughters and sonsin-law, Carol Mauch, Darlene and Ken Howden, Sandra and Latif Bensari. Born in Fullerton, North Dakota on February 12, 1917, she moved with her family to Schuler, Alberta at a very young age. At the age of seventeen she moved to Acme, Alberta where she lived and worked until she married Charlie in 1942. They raised their family and farmed in the Rockyford area until she was admitted to extended care seven years ago. Esther is also survived by eight grandchildren and eighteen great grandchiidren; a sister Leah and half-sister Rita, both of Edmonton.

She was predeceased by five brothers and two sisters. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to the continuing care staff for the excellent medical and compassionate care given to Esther. Viewing will be held at WHEATLAND FUNERAL HOME on Friday, December 26, 2003 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at the Rockyford Community Centre on Saturday, December 27, 2003 at 11:00 a.m.

Graveside Services to follow at St. Rita's Cemetery in Rockyford. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the Strathmore Hospital Continuing Care Unit (200 Brent Boulevard, Strathmore, TIP 1J9). WHEATLAND FUNERAL HOME LTD. (Strathmore) in care of arrangements.

Telephone: 934-5666. -041499 MICHAUD Marion Isabella (nee Thompson) 1927-2003 The Calgary Herald notes the following deaths in today's paper. New notices are marked by (Notices may not appear alphabetically due to space requirements.) Achen McCann Arbour Michaud Askew Miller Mok Dietrich Prossak Doell Pruett Tomie Van 212508 ACHEN John Milton 1924-2003 John 'Milton' Achen of Calgary passed away suddenly home on Sunday, December 21, 2003 at the age of years. Milt moved to Calgary min 1997 from Saskatoon, to be closer to his family. He lived in Saskatchewan most of his life and had a lengthy career traveling with Government of Saskatchewan Highway Traffic Board.

Milt was proudly a World War veteran of the Royal Canadian Navy, having served aboard the "H.M.S. Buckingham', which included the taking and surrendering of the first German submarine in Canadian waters. loved to travel. Milt's most memorable trips included Portugal, Costa Rica and Africa. Most of all, he enjoyed meeting people.

No matter where he went, Milt managed to meet somebody who knew somebody from Saskatchewan. His baritone voice, wry sense of humor and passion for debate drew much attention at social gatherings. For this Milt will be remembered by his many peers and companions at Dana Village and most recently the Seniors' Residence at the Colonel Belcher. Milt was the eldest of the late Mathias and Rose (nee Kappel) Achen and is survived by his children and their families, his youngest and only son Todd, wife Kathy and children, Dylan and Janine; middle daughter Terry-Lee Betschart, husband Herb and son Alexander; and eldest, daughter Deborah Achen and husband Perry Lebioda. Although lived apart from his wife June Patricia (Pat), the family was able to spend many special occasions together because they all reside in Calgary.

Milt is also survived by younger siblings and their families, Doreen (Carew) 0'Grady of Lloydminster, Richard (Vi) Achen and Don (Mona) Achen of Saskatoon. He also leaves his good friend and social companion Audrey Crowe of Calgary, with whom he shared many laughs. Funeral Services be held at McINNIS HOLLOWAY'S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.), on Monday, December 29, 2003 at 2:30 p.m. To forward condolences go www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Cardiac Function Clinic, Foothills Hospital, 1403-29 Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 4N1 (Telephone 403-220-8300).

Milt's children would like to thank all the health care providers who patiently and kindly helped improve their dad's quality of life while heart and kidney disease took their toll, including Dr. Wilkin and his staff, Dr. Scott-Douglas his team at the Renal Clinic and especially Dr. Michael Curtis and his nurse practitioners, Tracy, Tannis and Julie, at the Cardiac Function Clinic. In living memory of Milton Achen, 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. -038919 ARBOUR- -Cecil Cecil Arbour passed away peacefully on Monday, December 22, 2003 at the age of 86 years. A photographer for many years, Cecil is survived by his wife Sheila; sons, Larry (Janice) and Darryl (Sylvia); four grandchildren, six great grandchildren; his sister Irma Pompillio in Toronto and several nieces and nephews. His grandson Tyler predeceased him in 1995. A Service of Remembrance will be held at HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME, 1708 16 Avenue N.W.

(across from North Hill Shopping Centre) on Monday, December 29 at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, if desired, donations may be made to Agape Manor Hospice, 1302 8 Avenue N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 1B8. HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES "Heritage Funeral Home'. Telephone: 299-0100. 025256 ASKEW Margaret Audrey 1920-2003 Audrey passed away December 22, 2003, after a lengthy illness.

She was predeceased by her husband Walter Robert 'Bob' Askew in 1996. She is survived by two sons, Duanne (Jacquey) and Bob as well as five grandchildren, Tammy (Robert) Pettigrew, Gwen (Andy) Stott, Brenda (Jaquelin) Lapierre, Kelly (Leah) Askew and Aukele Askew. Audrey is also survived by eight wonderful great-grandchildren that she really enjoyed, as well as her two sisters, Jeanne (Allen) Skeet and Nancy Strickland. Her family would like to extend their thanks for the loving care that the staff and nurses of Unit 73, Rockyview General Hospital provided to her. In respect of Audrey's wishes, no Services will be held.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society (Second Floor, 215 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 1A2) or to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements entrusted to LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOME. BOHN -Dorta 1941 -2003 Dorta Ann-Marie Bohn of Calgary passed away at her residence on Sunday, December 21, 2003 at the age of 62 years. Dorta enjoyed her children, grandchildren and her dog, Bandit. She loved to have company over for visits and loved talking on the phone with family and friends.

Dorta always enjoyed a joke and loved to meet new people. Dorta is survived by her three children, Barb Shorrocks, Richard and Debbie Bohn, all of Calgary, and June and Don Woodrow of Winnipeg; six grandchildren, Debbie Shorrocks, Joe Shorrocks, Cody Bohn, Casey Bohn, Salom Woodrow and Garret Woodrow; two sisters, Cathy and Bent Hansen of Grande Prairie, and Loni and Joe Smesovsky of Vancouver, BC. She was predeceased by her husband Ken Bohn. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS HOLLOWAY'S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Monday, December 29, 2003 at 12:30 p.m. To forward condolences go to www.mcinnisandholloway.com.

If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Alberta Breast Cancer Foundation, 13160 118 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5L 2L5. In living memory of Dorta Bohn, a tree will be planted at Nose Creek Valley by McINNIS HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W., CALGARY. Telephone: 403-243-8200. -030140 PROSSAK -Mary 1912-2003 On Monday, December 22, 2003, Mrs. Marion Michaud passed away peacefully in her sleep at home at the age of 76 years.

Marion is survived by her dear husband Paul; she was mother of Allan (Pat), Denis (Tracy), Joanne (Henry) Wegiel; grandmother of Suzanne, Daniel, Sara, Adam and Jackie. Also surviving is one brother George and several nieces and nephews. Marion was predeceased by her son Pierre and a sister Joan. A Memorial Service will be held at HERITAGE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1708 16 Avenue N.W. (across from North Hill Shopping Centre) on Saturday, December 27, 2003 at 11:00 a.m.

with Rev. Alfredo S. Pereira officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES Funeral Home'.

Telephone: 299-0100. 032133 MOK CHEN Pui Lan Pui Lan Mok Chen passed away peacefully at the Foothills Medical Centre on December 17, 2003 at the age of 92 years. Pui Lan is lovingly remembered by her children and their spouses, Wei Ming and Sau King, Magdalen and Peter, Kin Ming and Joe; and three grandchildren, Wing, Enid and Harry. was predeceased by her husband Chi Ting in 1984. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so ata Visitation at FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL, 3220-4 Street N.W.

(across from Queen's Park Cemetery) on Sunday, December 28, 2003 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at Foster's Garden Chapel on Monday, December 29, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. with Reverend Ho officiating. Interment to follow at Queen's Park Dignity Cemetery. FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, Directors.

Telephone: 297-0888. Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial MOSLEY Nellie Betty (nee Thorne) 1918-2003 Betty passed away peacefully at the Home on December 24, 2003 at the age of was born in Calgary on September 30, 1918. graduate of the Holy Cross School of worked many years as a nurse for Canada was predeceased by her husband Earl Francis October 2, 1993. She is also predeceased John Thomas Thorne; sisters, Mary Emma Martha Louise Lougheed, and Annie Bett leaves behind her loving nieces and nephews nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service Saturday, December 27, 2003 at 1:00 p.m.

FUNERAL HOME 'Chapel of Services will follow at Eden Brook Memorial friends so desire, memorial contributions to the Alzheimer's Society of Calgary (1920 S.E., Calgary, Alberta T2G 3G2). Betty's family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to Judy Tobler, Cathy Little and the staff of the Mayfair Nursing Home. Funeral arrangements are entrusted LEYDEN'S HOME, Calgary. Telephone: 228-4422. Mayfair Nursing 85 years.

She Betty was a Nursing, and Packers. Betty Mosley on by her brother Zaetschky, Thorne. She and greatwill be held on at LEYDEN'S Graveside Gardens. If may be made 11 Street -242862 FUNERAL -041568 SCHNEE -Lela Alice July 12, 1904 December 22.2003 Lela Alice Schnee was born in Cleveland, Oklahoma, USA and at age five she came with her parents, Anna and Dan Scully to Seven Persons, Alberta to homestead in 1909. She went to school in Seven Persons, took her high school in Medicine Hat and enrolled at Normal School in Calgary, hoping to become a teacher, but handsome Henry won her heart and they were married in Medicine Hat in 1924.

They farmed in the Granlea district for twenty-five years, planting many trees and shrubs, a variety of fruit trees and always had a large irrigated vegetable garden and a beautiful flower garden. She was left a young widow in 1949 with children in school but she carried on until the boys took over the farm. In 1959 she bought a small house on a large lot in Red Deer which, at that time was in the Red Deer Municipality and for thirty years she planted trees and shrubs, fruit trees, a small vegetable garden and a large flower garden, creating a most beautiful park. She resided in West Park Nursing Home for two years and when it closed she moved to Lacombe Health Care Centre where she has resided for the last nine years. Her love of reading was with her all her life and at age ninety-nine was still reading books from the library up until a few days before her death.

She leaves to cherish her memory, her eight children, Marion (Bob) Wooden of Calgary; Neil (Sally) of Surrey, BC; Theda Lloyd of Delburne, AB; Alice (Fred) Larson of Willow Bunch, Dale (Bev) of Chilliwack, BC; Merle (Mary) of Edmonton and the twins, Harold (Erma) and Harvey (Natasha), both of Maleb, AB. She was predeceased by her husband Henry in 1949, her son-in-law Morris Lloyd, two grandchildren, a brother and a sister in infancy, and her brother Eugene Scully and sister-in-law Kay. At Lela's request, there will be no Funeral Service, but a memorial celebration of her life will take place later on in the summer. If friends so desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Lela Schnee Memorial, Olds College Foundation, 4500 50 Street, Olds, AB T4H 1R6 for scholarship for a student of Horticulture. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to (marked Schnee).

YOUR EVERLASTING LOVE We will miss you but was time to go After the golden leaves of Autumn And the gently falling snow The vibrant blooms of summer Like the rainbow up above In all of these things We will be with you, with your everlasting love WILSON'S FUNERAL CHAPEL serving Central Alberta with locations in Lacombe and Rimbey in charge of the arrangements. Phone: 403-782-3366 or 403-843-3388. Caring Family Caring For -041492 SHARPE James Harvey February 12, 1929 December 5, 2003 039264 043869 Announcements continued on C22 Born in Winnipeg on July 27, 1912, Mary Prossak passed away in Calgary December 21, 2003 at the age of 91. She was predeceased by her sister Sophia (Pat) Jones and brother Stephen Prossak and is survived by her nephews, Brian Prossak and Bruce Prossak. Mary grew up in Winnipeg and lived in Toronto, St.

Catharine's and Montreal before settling in Calgary in 1955. She retired as the Manager of the Mount Royal College bookstore in 1977 and continued to be involved with the College by endowing scholarships for Nursing and Social Work Students. Mary was a life-long member of the Association of United Ukrainian Canadians, helped to build the Calgary Chapter and was active in its seniors club. Mary Prossak's long and friend-filled life will be celebrated on Tuesday, December 30, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. at the Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 3316 28 Avenue S.W., Calgary.

HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES Crematorium Chapel'. Telephone: 299-0111. 010732 PRUETT Enid Margaret (nee Griffin) Enid Margaret Pruett of Calgary passed away peacefully at the Rockyview Hospital on Saturday, December 20, 2003. Enid will be remembered for her love of life. Enid was not afraid of death but regretted missing what life still had to offer.

She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Patti and Andy Bushfield and a beloved grandson Tyler, all of Calgary; three sisters, Doreen Bennett of Calgary, Murial Fletcher of Vancouver and Marie Hamilton of Aldergrove BC; a brother and sister-inlaw, Jim and Judy Griffin of Bassano; two sisters-in-law, Hilda Griffin and Mary Minchin; as well as many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her infant son Richard, four brothers, Ralph, Howard, Donald and Jack, and a sister Irene. Memorial Services will be held at McINNIS HOLLOWAY'S Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Saturday, December 27, 2003 at 2:30 p.m. To forward condolences go to www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331 29 Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 4N2 (Telephone 403-944-2433), or to the Alberta Lung Association, No.

302, 609 14 Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 2A1 (Telephone 403-283-1333). The family would like to thank the nurses of unit 47 at the Rockyview Hospital. In living memory of Enid Pruett, 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. -038121 TOMIE Phillip 1935 2003 Phillip (Phil) Tomie, beloved husband of Sheelagh Tomie of Calgary, passed away at the Rockyview General Hospital on Sunday, December 21, 2003 at the age of 68 years.

Phil was born March 24, 1935 in Lethbridge, AB. He worked in Calgary and Lethbridge for numerous years in both the Trucking and Printing Industries. Phil was a longtime member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 285. All who knew him will remember him for his love of golf and especially his family.

Besides his loving wife, Phil will be remembered by his daughter and son-in-law, Brenda and Bob Parkyn; and his son and daughter-in-law, Dean and Lucy Tomie; four grandchildren, Jarret and Crystal Parkyn, and Matthew and Kathleen Tomie; his mother Mary Tomie and sister-in-law Dianne Tomie; nephew Don Tomie; and numerous cousins. Phil was predeceased by his father Andy and his brother Larry. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at McINNIS HOLLOWAY'S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.), today, December 26, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Michael The Archangel Catholic Church (4716 Worcester Drive S.W.) on Saturday, December 27, 2003 at 12:00 p.m.

with the Rev. Leonard T. Hagel, Presider. To forward condolences go to 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 Phillip Tomie, 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. -038777 032402 VALGARDSON Edwin Alan Mr. Edwin Alan Valgardson, beloved husband of Mrs.

Jennifer Valgardson of Taber, passed away in Calgary, after a heroic battle with cancer, on Tuesday, December 23, 2003 at the age of 51 years. Friends may meet the family in the Relief Society Room of the Church Of Jesus Christ of Latter -day Saints, Taber Stake Centre, 4709 50 Avenue, on Saturday, December 27, 2003 from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. The Funeral Service will follow at 11:00 a.m. with Bishop Bruce Francis officiating. Interment to follow in the Taber Memorial Garden.

It is the wish of the family that memorial donations be made to a Trust Fund set up for the Corey and Darla Peterson family, Alberta Treasury Branch, Taber. Darla is also battling cancer. Arrangements in care of SOUTHLAND FUNERAL CHAPEL, Taber. Telephone: 1-888-223-0116. VAN BUSSEL -Andrew J.

1916-2003 It is with deep sadness, yet a sense of joy, that we announce the death of our husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather on December 23, 2003. Andrew is survived by Katherine, his loving wife of fifty-six years; his children, Chris (Sandy) Van Bussel, Marie (Jim) Eddy, Johanna (Brian) Wing, and Francis (Lynn) Van Bussel; thirteen grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, two brothers and one sister. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, December 30, 2003 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Strathmore, at 1:00 p.m. Father Dominic Hung Nguyen officiating. Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery, Strathmore.

If desired, donations may be made directly to Strathmore Hospital Palliative Care Unit (200 Brent Boulevard, Strathmore, TIP 1J9). WHEATLAND FUNERAL HOME LTD. (Strathmore) in care of arrangements. Telephone: 934-5666. 043869 -044230 James Sharpe passed away on December 5, 2003 in Orange, California, where a Funeral was held on December 10, 2003.

A Memorial Service will be held in Calgary, AB at Bethel Baptist Church on Monday, December 29 at 11:00 a.m. The church is located at 3325 49 Street S.W., Calgary, AB. Officiating minister will be Rev. George Francisco..