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I Announcements Calgary Herald Saturday October 16, 2004 E11 1 'Wttfflfflflirfffrffft MhMnm 1 Deaths 60 Deaths 860 Deaths 860 Deaths 860 Deaths 860: The Calgary Herald notes the following deaths In today's paper. New notices are marked by an (Notices may not appear alphabetically due to space requirements.) HARDING -Ivie 1922-2004 Me Harding (nee Rowe) of Calgary passed away at the Sarcee Care West on Wednesday, October 13, 2004 at the age of 82 years. Ivie was born on June 20, 1922 in Vancouver, BC. She is survived by a son Bob; six daughters, June, Sandra, Bev, Lynda, Janice and Heather; thirteen grandchildren and twelve greatgrandchildren. Funeral Services will be held at rr If" sX.J 'n ftifr CONYERS Florence 1907-2004 On October 12, 2004, Florence Conyers passed away peacefully to be with her Lord.

She will be lovingly missed by her family and friends, her daughters, Barbara and husband George Simmons and Sandra Conyers (Bonis). She is also survived by her grandchildren, Glenn Simmons, Joanne and husband Jonathan MacDonald and Craig Simmons; Brian, Bryce and Bobby Borris; great-granddaughter Justine MacDonald and great-grandson William Borris. She was predeceased by her parents Jack and Nellie Windle; her husband Bob; her son Brian; her brother Tom; and her son-in-law Ronald Borris. A Memorial Service will be held at Brentview Baptist Church, 3512 Charleswood Drive N.W. on Monday, October 18 at 2:00 p.m.

If friends or family so desire, memorial tributes (in lieu of flowers) may be made to Samaritan's Purse, 20 Hopewell Way N.E., Calgary, ABT3J5H5. 2 -145414 DEMETRICK Leonard Walter Leonard Walter Denntrick passed away at the Rockyview Hospital on October 13, 2004 at the age of 55 years. He will be lovingly remembered by all his family and friends. The family would like to give many thanks to the staff on Unit 46 at the Rockyview Hospital including Dr. Chandler and David Blois.

A Funeral Service will be held at the Holy Name Catholic Church (2223 34 Street S.W.) on Tuesday, October 19, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 105 7500 Macleod Trail S.E., Calgary, ABT2H0L9. PERSONAL ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL SERVICES 701 6 Farrell Road S.E. Telephone: 216-5111. ROBERTSON Menzies W.M.

1918-2004 Menzies Robertson, beloved husband for sixty of the late Elsie Robertson of Calgary, passed away peacefully at the Mayfair Care Centre on Thursday October 14, 2004 at the age of 85 years. Bom on December 25, 1918 in Lumphinnans, FifeshirdZ Scotland, Menzies spent most of his working life nr Aberdeen and Fort William, Scotland, other than the year 1939 to 1945 when he served with the Royal Army" Service Corps and saw action in France, North Africa Italy and again in France with the Day Invasion in 1 944 After retirement from working as a Foreman in two pulj and paper mills, Menzies and Elsie immigrated to Calgary in 1986. They very much enjoyed their years with their ever-expanding family, particularly their grandchildren and great-grandchildren who gave them, untold pleasure in their latter years. Menzies will be sadly; missed by his only child Patricia (Gordon) Singer; his two. grandchildren, lain (Sally) Singer and Wendy (Bradley); O'Connor; and his five great-grandchildren, Casey, Erin, Kelsey, and Jack.

Funeral Services to celebrate Menzies' Life will be held at Red Deer United Church (west on Highway No. 22X past Spruce-Meadows) on Wednesday, October 20, 2004 at p.m. with the Rev. Bruce Sheasby officiating. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.

It friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made" directly to the Red Deer Lake United Church MemoriaU Fund, Box 21, Site 5, R.R. 8, Calgary, AB T2J 2T9" (Telephone 403-256-3181), or to the Calgary Humane. Society (S.P.C.A.), 1323 36 Avenue N.E., Calgary, AB" T2E 6T6 (Telephone 403-250-7722 ext. 309). The family, wishes to express profound gratitude to Dr.

Morrison, the; staff of Unit 59 Rockyview General Hospital and to the. i aiiu iu ui9" mcinnis HULLOWAY'S Eastside Memorial Chapel (5388 Memorial Drive N.E.) on Monday, October 18, 2004 at 2:30 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. Special thanks to the staff of Unit 3 at Sarcee Care West for all of their kindness and compassion. In living memory of ivie Harding, a tree will be olanted at Nose A Creek Valley by MclNNIS H0LL0WAY FUNERAL HOMES, Eastside Memorial Chapel, 5388 MEMORIAL DRIVE N.E., CALGARY.

Telephone: 403-2483585. HARSE Dr. H.R. (Reg) 1929-2004 Dr. H.R.

(Reg) Harse died peacefully at his home in Calgary on October 14, 2004. His wife Crys and daughter Katie were by his side. Born in 1929, Reg was a lifelong and proud Calgarian. He cherished the memory of his father H.G. Harse, his mother Violet and his sister Dorothy Seward who predeceased him.

He was deeply attached to his surviving sister Betty Dinkel; nieces, Karen Forestel, Debbie Dinkel, Pam Herbert, and Janet Loschuk; as well as his nephew Michael Dinkel. Reg graduated from the University of Alberta Faculty of Science and Medicine and began his long association with the Calgary General Hospital as an intern in 1954. He retired as Chief of Surgery of the General in 1997. He is remembered with respect and affection by his former colleagues, students and patients. He was an extraordinary listener, a gracious host, a kind, and loving man with a deep, private faith.

'Horses and he often said, 'prove the existence of God'. He will be deeply missed by a lifetime of friends. Funeral Services will be held at Christ Church Elbow Park (3602 8 Street S.W.) on Tuesday, October 19, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. His family would like to thank Dr.

William Grisdale, nurses June Kirk and Nishma Karmali, the staff at the Tom Baker Cancer Centre, and the healthcare workers at Comcare. In gratitude to Dr. Grisdale for his support, friendship and medical expertise, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Rosedale Hospice, No. 900, 833 4 Avenue S.W., Calgary, AB T2P 3T5 (Telephone ubioai. in living memory ot Dr.

Keg Harse, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by MclNNIS HOLLOWAY A FUNERAL HOMES, Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W., CALGARY. Telephone: 403-2435200. HILLAND -Allan Cyrus November 1, 1927 October 12, 2004 It is with deep sadness that the family of Allan Cyrus Hilland announce his passing on Tuesday, October 12, 2004 at the age of 76 years. He was a friend to everyone he met Allan was predeceased by his parents Emma and Herman Hilland in 1980, and his wife Alice in 1966. He is survived by his wife Hazel of thirty-six years; and his four children and their spouses, Lome and Joy of Sicamous, BC, Ken and Terril of Calgary, David of Spokane, and Barbara of Calgary; and his eight grandchildren, Kimberly, Krista, Jeremy, Brody, Nicole, Amy, Julie and Brian; also his two brothers, Gordon and Wayne and sister Shirley Johnson.

He is also survived by numerous other relatives. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, October 16, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 1903 -19 Ave. N.W., Calgary. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Heart Stroke Foundation.

KIRCHNER Ruth Esther (nee Getzinger) 1931-2004 Ruth Esther Kirchner of Calgary passed away peacefully to meet her husband Albert, surrounded by her family on Tuesday, October 12, 2004 at the age of 72 years. Born in Stony Plain, AB, Ruth was one of fourteen children born to John and Theresa Getzinger. Ruth married her lifelong soulmate Albert and together they made many friends wherever life took them. She was always the caring wife, mother and grandmother, always placing others before herself. Ruth's beautiful smile will be remembered by all who had met her.

Ruth is survived by her son Wayne (Jennifer); and her daughter Karen (Kelvin) Dekker; as well as her five grandchildren, Kenton (Jennifer), Lyndsay, Kieran, Ryan, and Lauren. Ruth was predeceased by her husband Albeit Funeral Services will be held at MclNNIS HOLLOWAY'S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) today, October 16, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Alzheimer Society of Calgary, No. 201 222 58 Avenue S.W., Calgary, AB T2H 2S3 (Telephone 403-29001 10).

The family would also like to extend a special thank you to the staff of the McKenzie Towne Care Centre. In living UCIIUG. Ill IIVHIj be 4 IES. sLs. memory or Kutn wrcnner, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park MclNNIS HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES.

Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E., CALGARY. Telephone: 403-256-9575. I Bachynski Benson Campbell Conyers Demetrick Dickinson Gerdlng Griffin Gunderson Harding Harse Hilland Kirchner Loranger MacKinnon Manyluk McCaffrey Oliverlo Paulson Robertson Sayer Sherman Stuart Thwaites Valentine Waiters Zerr BACHYNSKI Joseph 1916-2004 After a lengthy illness, Joseph Bachynski, beloved husband of Rosemarie Bachynski, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 1 4, 2004 at the Forest Grove Care Centre. Joseph was born in Sorodko, Ternopil, Ukraine on October 22, 1916 and came to Canada in 1948. He worked for the C.P.R.

for thirty-five years in Medicine Hat, Empress, then in Calgary. Joseph was an avid gardener and spent many hours in his greenhouse. He was a member of Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Catholic Church, 1 Ukrainian Catholic Seniors' Association and the Canadian Pacific Railway Pensioners Association. Joseph will be remembered by his wife Rosemarie of forty-five years; son Martin (Joanne) Bachynski; daughter Susan Johnson; grandchildren, Michael, Jennifer, Brenda and Joseph Bachynski and Justine Johnson; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Joseph was predeceased by his mother, father, and all of his brothers and sisters.

Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Catholic Church, 704 6 Street N.E., on Tuesday, October 19, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy will be celebrated at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Catholic Church on Wednesday, October 20, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Serhij Harahuc presiding. Interment to follow at Queen's Park Cemetery.

If friends so desire, donations in memory of Joseph may be made to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, co The Tom Baker Cancer fSKaft Centre, 1331 29 Street N.W., Calgary, wkw T2N 4N2. Arrangements entrusted to LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOME, RECEPTION CENTRE CREMATORIUM. Telephone: 2284422. BENSON-JohnWayne I 134U-2UU4 John Benson passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, October 13, 2004 with his best friend and wife, Lou, at his side. John will be deeply missed by Lou; his daughter Toni Daniels of Phoenix, AZ; and son Bob (Sabrina) Benson of Shelby, MT; grandchildren, Heather, Willie, John, Desiree, Ashley, Garret, Briana and Rebecca and six great-grandchildren; his brother Tom (Camille) Benson of Tulsa, OK; and nephews, Steve (Tammy) of Tulsa, OK, and Doug (Stacy) of Phoenix, AZ; as well as two sisters-in-law, Mona (Leonel) of Tofield, AB, Ruby (Nick) of Jasper, AB; and four nephews and two nieces.

Bom on January 27, 1940, John grew up in Oklahoma City. In 1974, John started to work at Universal Field Services eventually purchasing the Canadian subsidiary. John was an active member of the International Right-of-Way Association and obtained the goal of president of the IRWA in 1993. As a professional right-of-way agent, John received many awards of recognition. A cowboy at heart, John was a life-long rodeo fan, famous for his Stampede chili parties.

John was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend who will be fondly remembered by all who knew him. Being most comfortable in his blue jeans, John would be pleased if you came to say goodbye in yours. Funeral Services will be held at MclNNIS HOLLOWAY'S Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North), on Tuesday, October 19, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Calgary Humane Society (S.P.C A), 1323 36 Avenue N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 6T6 (Telephone 403-250-7722 ext. 309) or to a charity of the donor's choice.

Forward condolences through www.mcinmsandhoiioway.com. in i. In A II be A living memory ot John Benson, a tree will planted at Nose Creek Valley by MclNNIS H0LL0WAY FUNERAL HOMES, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH. Telephone: 403-276-2296. CAMPBELL Marion ft is with profound sadness, but at the same time a blessing, that mom is now at peace.

Our mom, Marion Campbell of Calgary, formerly of Dauphin, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2004 with her twin girls at her side. She is survived by and will be greatly missed by daughters, Bev (Rod) Smith of Winnipeg and Sherry (Rick) Hubka; and grandchildren, Carrie and Kyle Hubka. Mom spent the majority of her 85 years in Dauphin, but in 1998 relocated to Calgary to live with her daughter Sherry and family. She stayed with them four years and then was placed in Bow Crest Care Centre to face the challenges associated with Alzheimer's. We wit be forever grateful for the loving care that was provided to her during her years there.

Before going to Bow Crest, mom enjoyed friendship at Confederation Park and Bowview Manor Day Program, and was loved by everyone she met at these places. She was weiHmown for her piano playing, singing, whistling and later humming. Mom wfl be buned Dauphin, MB next week. In lieu of (towers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Calgary, 201, 222 58 Avenue S.W., Calgary, AB T2H 2S3 or to a chanty of one choice. PERSONAL ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL SERVICES 7016 Farrefl Road S.E.

Telephone: 216-5111. fit I MacKINNON-Ethel Blanche 1931-2004 Ethel Blanche MacKinnon (nee Matthews) passed away peacefully at the Agape Hospice on Friday, October 8, 2004 at t)ie age of 73 years. Ethel was born in Alberton, P.E.I. She is survived by her children, Gordon (Maryanne), Ken (Linda), Shirley (Doug), Clayton, and Norma (Donald); her grandchildren, Troy, Tara, Lisa, Sarah, Julie and Tanis; one great-grandson Matthew; and her sisters, Marion and Ruth. Ethel was predeceased by her husband James Leonard (Len) on February 11, 2004.

Ethel and Len left P.E.I, in 1951 for Toronto and then in 1954 moved to Alberta where they settled in Calgary in 1960 and raised a family. Ethel was a devoted and caring Mom, Grandma and Nana. She enjoyed Bingo, gardening and Flames games. You will live on in our hearts Cremation. If so desired, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Second Floor, 215-12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 1A2.

A Celebration or tthel lite will be held at her home at 1914 Ash Crescent S.E., Calgary, Alberta, on Sunday, October 17, 2004 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Arrangements in care of Lawrence (Larry) Slvwka at Patrick Slvwka of SLYWKA'S COCHRANE COUNTRY FUNERAL HOME of Calgary and Cochrane, Alberta. 147185 McCAFFREY -Elenora (Ella) 1918-2004 It is with deep sadness the family of Ella McCaffrey announces her peaceful passing on Friday, October 15, 2004 at the age of 86 years. Ella was born on June 21 1 9 1 8 in Vibank, SK.

Following her graduation from Regina Grey Nuns Nursing School, she nursed and travelled throughout Western Canada until her marriage to Ed McCaffrey (predeceased in 1980). Ella and Ed eventually settled in Calgary in 1952 to raise their family. Ella is remembered by her children; Dan McCaffrey of Vancouver, Tim and Genie McCaffrey and their three children, Jennifer, Laureen and Cameron, Anne-Marie and Mark Malone and their two children, Matthew and Stephen, and Maureen and Gien Redenbach and their two children, Tyler and Conner of Prince George. She is also survived by her brother Frank Gartner and sisters, Ann and Rose Gartner, all of Saskatchewan; and numerous nieces, nephews and in-laws. She was predeceased by her sister Elizabeth and her brother Raymond.

Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church (835 Northmount Drive N.W.) on Sunday, October 17, 2004 at 6:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church (835 Northmount Drive N.W.) on Monday, October 18, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Avinash Colaco, Presider. Graveside Service to follow at Queen's Park Cemetery.

Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. The family would like to thank all of the McCaffrey and Gartner A families for their loving support of Ella. In living memory of Ella McCaffrey, a tree will a be planted at Nose Creek Valley by MclNNIS HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH. Phone: 403-276-2296. -261646 OUVERIO- Giovanni (John) 1920-2004 John Oliverio, beloved husband of Anna Oliverio, passed away at the Intercare Brentwood Care Centre on Thursday, October 1 4, 2004 at the age of 84 years.

John was born on January 25, 1920 in San Giovanni, in Fiore, Italy and immigrated to Canada in 1954. John worked in the construction industry, and had the gift of being able to speak seven languages and write four languages. He enjoyed music and played in a band with his brother. John served with the Italian Eighth Army during World War II. John was also an avid Calgary Flames fan and enjoyed gardening.

Besides his loving wife Anna, John is survived by daughters, Terry (Mark), Connie (Ken), Angie (Glen); one son, Tony (Sara), all of Calgary; also two grandchildren, Johnny and John. He is also survived by two brothers, Antonio (Joanna) of Calgary, Joseph (Maria) of Toronto; and a sister, Catharina (Frank) of Belgium, as well as numerous cherished relatives. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Grace Italian and English Catholic Church (1714 -14 Avenue N.E.) on Monday, October 18, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. Forward condolences aiu buiiuuictiie i. In 4 A (by 11 through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.

In living memory of John Oliverio, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park I MclNNIS HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES. Chapel of the Bells, 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH. Telephone: 403-276-2296. PAULSON Evelyn Eleanor (nee Scott) 1921-2004 Evelyn (Ev) Eleanor Paulson, beloved wife of Mr. Maurice Paulson of Calgary, passed away peacefully at the Rockyview General Hospital, on Wednesday, October 1 3, 2004 at the age of 82 years.

Evelyn was bom on December 7, 1921 in Yorkton, SK. She moved to Taber where she spent her childhood years. Evelyn married Maurice in 1945. Ev and Maurice settled in Calgary in 1950 where they raised their family and enjoyed the company of their many friends. She was always active, participating in basketball in High School and later enjoyed bowling, curling, bridge, and golf.

Ev spent many hours, over several years, volunteering and supporting her daughters in Figure Skating. Ev and Maurice were fortunate to spend many winters of their retirement in Arizona. Ev will always be remembered for her sense of humor and her devotion to her family. Besides her loving husband of fifty-nine years, Evelyn is remembered by her three daughters and two sons-in4aw, Barbara and John Scott, Patricia Newton, and Kris and Joe Fero, all of Calgary; and her five grandchildren, James, Kent, Kristina, Natalie, and Mikaela. A Private Family Service will be held.

Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the charity of the donor's choice. The family would like to thank Dr. Dargie, nurses and staff of Unit 47 and Unit 59 at the Rockyview General Hospital. In living memory of Evelyn Paulson, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by a.

MclNNIS HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W., CALGARY. Telephone: 403-2433200. SHERMAN -Gunther "George" 1923-2004 George passed away October 13, 2004, at the age of 81 years. He was a Geoptiysicist with Petro-Canada until his retirement in 1983. George wi be lovingly remembered by Ns wife of fifty-six years, Trudy; his daughters, Lorraine (Gerry), Katne (Steve); grandchildren, Mark (Catherine), Krista, Alyssa and Christine; greatgrandchildren, Claire, Aline; sister Louise (Neil); brother Richard (Ruth); nieces and nephews.

Sincere appreciation is extended to doctors and staff at Tom Baker, Home Care (Janice and Crystal) and Agape Hospice. A private Memorial Service wi Mow. I desired, memorial donations George's memory may be made directly to Agape Hospice, 1302 8 Avenue N.W Calgary, ABT2N1B8. HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES "Calgary Crenatorium ChapeT. Telephone: 29901 1 1 start ot the Kideau Wing of the Mayfair Care Centre for the care and loving affection snown to Menzies over the last tew months.

Arrangements in care of MclNNIS HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek Chapel: 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E. Phone: 403-256-9575 eeososM SAYER -Flora 1914-2004 I Flora Sayer passed away on Monday, October 11; 2004 at age 90. Lovingly remembered by her Jo-Anne Cook and Judy Beach. Flora was predeceased; by her brothers, Joe and John Sayer. A family Memorial.

Service to follow. STUART-Versa Lois February 22, 1922 October 13, 2004 ft is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Lois Stuart. Lois passed away peacefully on October 13, 2004 at the Bethany Care Centre in Airdrie, Alberta after a lengthy illness. She leaves to mourn, her son Greg (Bev) of Okotoks; granddaughter Shelley and grandson Bryan. Her husband Harold predeceased Lois in 1981.

Lois was a long-time resident of Vulcan. She came from Lethbridge where her father was a printer. She moved to Vulcan in the early fifties where she carried on the family tradition at the Vulcan Advocate for many years. Relatives and friends will be invited to a Memorial at a later date. If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Lois' name directly to the Bethany Care Society, Bag Service 3, 136-1 Avenue N.W., Airdrie, Alberta T4B 2C4.

Attention Recreation Department. HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES 'Calgary Crematorium Telephone: 29901 1 1 7 B5S230 THWAITES Annie Wilhelmena (Mena) 1906-2004 Mena Thwaites (nee Borden) of Calgary passed away at the Intercare Southwood Care Centre on Thursday, October 14, 2004 at the age of 98 years. Mena was bom in Montreal, QC and has resided in Calgary since 1977. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Ken and Irma Thwaites; three granddaughters and their husbands, Cathy and Ron Hands, Tracy and Guy Simms, and Sandy and Patrick Carson; as well as five great-grandchildren, Richard, Cameron, Troy, Trinity and Rebecca. She was predeceased by her husband Herbert Thwaites in 1968.

Funeral Services will be held at MclNNIS HOLLOWAY'S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) today, October 16, 2004 at 3:00 p.m. Graveside Service to follow at Mount Royal Cemetery, Montreal, PQ at a later date. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. In living memory of Mena Thwaites, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by MclNNIS HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E., CALGARY.

Telephone: 403-256-9575. WALTERS -Christine Margaret Christine Margaret (nee Snowden), died quietly on Wednesday, October 1 3, 2004, in Ottawa. She was bom in Saskatoon of Scottish parents just two weeks after the end World War One. Having moved with her family to Calgary as a young girl, Christine trained as an RN at the Calgary General Hospital, graduating in 1941 and later joining the RCAF as a nursing sister. In 1 953 she met and married Flight Lieutenant Bruce Waiters (of Picton, Ontario).

The couple moved first to Ottawa and then, with their two young daughters, were posted to Langar Air Force Base (near Nottingham, England) and later to St-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec. Returning to Ottawa in 1966 they reunited with former neighbours and friends, becoming very involved in the community surrounding Emmanuel United Church. In addition to time given to the church, over the years Christine volunteered at Hillcrest High School, at the Perley and Rideau Veterans' Health Centre, and delivered countless Meals on Wheels. Predeceased by her loving husband in 1990 and by her only brother, John A. (Jack) Snowden in 1998, she is survived by daughters, Janet Waiters of Toronto, Sheila (Max) Waiters of Ottawa; and two grandsons.

Spencer and Samuel Kome. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, October 18, 1:00 p.m. at Emmanuel United Church, 691 Smyth Road, Ottawa. Donations may be made to the Shepherds of Good Hope. Announcements continued on pageEW 1 I i DICKINSON -Lila (nee Cole) June 24, 1920 October 13, 2004 Lila Dickinson, wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully but swiftly on October 13, 2004 at the Bethany Care Centre at the age of 84.

To her family and friends, Lila leaves the most precious of legacies love that was freely and generously given; laughter during the most difficult of times and her famous buttertarts. Lila was born the third child of George and Margaret Cole in Kirriemier, Alberta. Eventually she would share her life with ten siblings, spending most of her youth in the Rocky Mountain House area. A shy corporal stole her heart in 1944 and they were married a year later. They relocated to Camrose and then finally returned to Calgary where they resided in the Montgomery area for fifty-four years.

It was as a mother that Lila realized her true destiny. Her love and patience truly created a positive foundation for her children as they embarked on their life journeys. Once her children were in school she began a twenty year career with Safeway as a cashier. She will be fondly remembered by many of her former customers for her lively laughter and her interest in their lives. Left are the loved ones her mind could not remember but her heart could not forget, her husband of fifty-nine years, Arthur Dickinson; four children, Carolyn (Brian) Andersen, Harley Dickinson, Star (Rod) Haynes and Sheryl (Scott) Newton; nineteen grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchiidren, four sisters and four brothers.

She was predeceased by her parents George and Margaret Cole; sister Bernice; brothers, Floyd and Ralph; and her beloved granddaughter Kelly Smith. The family wishes to express their gratitude to the staff on Level 7 at Bethany Calgary. You made a home for our mother where she felt loved and protected. We are eternally grateful. If friends so desire, in lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Society, 1920 11 Street S.E., Calgary, T2G 3G2 or Bethany Care Society, 1001 -17 Street N.W., Calgary, T2N 2E5.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, October 16, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Crowchild Trail and 24 Avenue N.W. A reception will follow the Service concluding with family Interment at Eden Brook Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are in care of PERSON'S FUNERAL SERVICE. Telephone: 235-3602.

248517 GERDING Raymond Basil It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Raymond Basil Gerding, at Southwood Nursing Home, on Wednesday, October 13, 2004, at the age of 89 years. He is survived by his daughter Barbara (Bill) Quirk; and grandsons, James (Susan) Quirk and Robert Quirk; sisters, Norma (Nathan) O'Hare and Margaret (Louis) Shaw; and brothers, Bob Gerding and Arnold (Frances) Gerding. Raymond was predeceased by his wife Dora; parents Joseph and Anna; brothers, Cecil and Joe and sister Eileen Hanchuk. Prayers will be held at St Cecelia Catholic Church, 321 -90 Avenue S.E., Calgary, on Sunday, October 17, 2004 at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St.

Cecelia Catholic Church on Monday, October 18, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society, co St. Cecelia Catholic Church, 321 90 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2J 0A1. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the famifyatwww.mem.com.

JACQUES FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORIUM 12700 Macleod Trail South, Calgary acrrx Telephone: 403-297-0711. (fffi Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial VJJ 1 73609 GRIFFIN Margot Rosa Margaret 1913-2004 Margot Griffin of Calgary passed away peacefully in her sleep at the Mayfair Care Centre on Wednesday, October 13, 2004 at the age of 91 years. She is lovingly remembered by the Christen and Johnson families and friends. Funeral Services will be held at MclNNIS HOLLOWAY'S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Tuesday, October 19, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. Graveside Service to follow in 'St Joseph's Section' of Queen's Park Cemetery.

Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In living A memory of Margot Griffin, a tree will be Jf planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by MclNNIS HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W., CALGARY. Telephone: 403-243200. GUNDERSON J. Grant J.

Grant Gunderson passed away at the Foothills Medical Centre on Monday, October 11, 2004 at the age of 83. He leaves to mourn, Gerry, his wife of fifty-six years; daughters, Beverly (Ken Hildebrand) of Winnipeg and Carol of Calgary. Grant worked for Amoco for thirty years before retiring in 1985. He was very proud of his service in the RCAF. He joined 1942 and flew with the RIAF in India and Burma.

He enjoyed the time he spent with his comrades at the Aircrew Association and the Burma Star. I friends desire, memorial donations may be made directly to the charity of their choice. A Prate Family Service wi be held at FOSTER GARDEN CHAPEL, 3220 4 Street N.W. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at wwwmem.com. FOSTER GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORIUM, Directors.

Telephone: 297-0888. Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial ft ft LORANGER -Diana May 1920-2004 Diana Loranger of Calgary passed away at the Beverly Centre on Saturday, October 9, 2004 at the age of 83 years. Interment will be held at Queen's Park Cemetery. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In living jf memory of Diana Loranger, a tree will be planted at Nose Creek Valley by MclNNIS HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E., CALGARY.

Telephone: 403-256-9575. geo7sa MANYLUK Alexandar Frank 1923-2004 Frank passed away at the Bethany Care Centre in Calgary on Wednesday, October 13, 2004 at the age of 81 years. He is survived by wife Evelyn, sons. Bid and Brian and daughter-iniaw Anne as wen as many nieces and nephews. Frank was bom in Vermilion, Alberta, attended the University of Alberta where he obtained his degree in Mining Engineering 1945.

He worked tforty-five years with the Oi and Gas Conservation Board, retiring in Calgary 1980 after serving many years as Deputy Chairman of the Board. A Celebration of Frank Life wi be held at i date to be announced. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 1825 Park Road S.E, Calgary, Alberta T2G 3Y6 or the Alberta Cancer Foundation co The Tom Baker Cancer Center, 1331 29 St N.W., Ca'gary. Alberta T2N 4N2. HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES Xalgary Crematorium ChapeT.

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