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SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2020 EDMONTON JOURNAL C13 TO PLACE AN OBITUARY OR AN IN MEMORIAM ONLINE: EDM0NT0NJ0URNAL.COMPLACEANANN0UNCEMENT CALL: 1-855-535-1467 OR FAX: 1-888-744-3725 EMAIL: ANN0UNCEMENTSEDM0NT0NJ0URNAL.COM Obituaries GRANT, Ardith Loretta (nee Larcombe) 1937 2020 Ardith passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 25, 2020 at 82 years of age. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughters, Debora (Gordon) and Wendy (Mario); grandchildren: Siobhan, Julia, Anthony, David, Adrian, Krystal, Gavin, Kieran, Braden and Tyson; 14 great-grandchildren and one on the way; brother, Lionel (Shannon); sister, Beverly (Bob) and their families. Ardith was predeceased by her husband, Ivan; mom, Doris; dad, Laurence and sister, Lorraine. Due to COVID 19 restrictions, a Celebration of Ardith's Life will be held at a later date. The family would like to send a special thank you to Citadel East and Homecare for all of their support.

To send condolences, please visit www.connelly-mckinley.com. THE EDMONTON JOURNAL NOTES THE FOLLOWING OBITUARIES IN TODAY'S PAPER. To view a notice online, share your memories or express condolences, go to: edmontonjournal.comremembering BRIDGEWATER, Sharon BUTTIRI, Margherita CASS, Louis COCKRAM, Olive CRAIG, Devon DEGNER, Nancy FONTAINE, Joanne GAREAU-KUBICKI, Suzanne GRAINGER, Donald GRANT, Ardith HARPER, Douglas HOOD, Donna JONES, Elisabeth JUCHLI, Hazel KILGANNON, Geraldine KUCHINSKI, Dennis LEE, Russell LOPOSHINSKY, Nicholas LOUTITT, Laurel MAH, George MARTENS, Petronella MATIOWSKY, Micheal MAYCENIC, Angela MOTKALUK, Edith PALMER, Robert PARE, John PASINI, Albert PREEPER, Michael REIMER, Mary ROBINSON, Gwendolyn RUTLEDGE, William SCHOLOTIUK, Audrey SCOTT, Linda STOKOE, Barbara SYMON, Robert TRUDEAU-TIMMINS-CERNY Carol Ann VELTHUIS, Gerrit WILLIAMS, Blanche WOOLDRIDGE, Rita YOWEK, John Notices may not appear alphabetically due to space requirements. COHNEUY-MCKlHLEY CRAIG, Devon Jun. 15, 1963 -May 7, 2020 Devon Craig, beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and aunt, passed away surrounded by family in her hometown of Edmonton on May 7, 2020.

Devon was born in 1963, to Roger and Kathy Carry. She attended (more often than not) Harry Ainlay High School, and followed her graduation there with an Arts degree at the University of Alberta. Her major was sociology, but her favourite classes were all fine arts. Devon was the type of person who could do anything and would tell you as much, and her talent for bringing people together was on display in many of her accomplishments. Whether it was a business started from scratch in a basement with longtime friend Jan Wallace, or a not for profit board that needed a bit of a kick in the pants to get moving, she was a force of nature.

Her love of travel and adventure was infectious, and any trip she helped organize was sure to be legendary. A deeply generous soul, she loved her friends and family fiercely, and her door was always open for Sunday night dinner. She is survived by her husband Vince, her children Gilmore, Sawyer and Eden, her mother Kathy Carry, and her brothers Roger Jr. and Will Carry. BUTTIRI, Margherita May 8, 2020 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Margherita "Rita" Buttiri on June 23rd, 2020.

She passed away peacefully at the age of 112 in Edmonton, AB. She is predeceased by her parents, Orsola and Luigi Buttiri and her neice Angela Santin. She will be forever remembered by her great nephews Peter, Rick and Daniel Santin and their children Tony, Nadine (Nigel), Conrad, Renata, Chondra, Danielle (Victor) and Terrin (TJ) and her great great great nephews Parker, Oliver and Zephery. She will also be greatly missed by her dearest friends Gabriella Slavic and family, Tim Senger and the Senger family, as well as numerous other family and friends in both Canada and Italy. The family wishes to thank the staff of Shepherds Care Kensington Village for their compassionate care through the time that Margherita lived there.

A prayer service will be held at Santa Maria Goretti Parish 9110 110 Ave, Edmonton, on July 2nd, 2020 at 8pm. A mass of Christian burial will be held on July 3rd at at the same location. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, attendance is LIMITED. If you would like to attend please register by calling the parish office at (780) 422-8304. If you do not register in advance you will be denied entry.

For condolences and live stream details, see www.parkmemorial.com. fa ST. At GRT HOOD, Donna November 23, 1952 -April 19, 2020 It is with great sadness that the family of Donna Hood announces her passing on April 19, 2020 in Tortola, B.V.I, after a courageous and positive battle with cancer. Donna leaves behind a brother Don Hood (Terri), nephew Jesse (Jenna), niece Ashley (Brian), great niece Norah, sister Kim Okerman (Lome), nephew Justin (Jessica) and nephew Graham (Kathleen), numerous cousins and many friends that she considered family. Donna was predeceased by her Mom and Dad, Lorrane and Bob (Robert) Hood.

Donna had such a positive outlook throughout her whole life but especially true during the last 2 12 years since her diagnosis; there was no room for negativity. She was a rock of strength to many people even with what she was going through. She always provided a shoulder to lean on, an ear to listen and advice to give. A special thank you to Donna's friend Andrea in Tortola who took such great unconditional care of Donna over her last month amidst the coronavirus outbreak. We also would like to thank Dr.

Christoph and Dr. Fredrick for being there for Donna and Andrea. Due to the challenging times we are being faced with, a celebration of Donna's life will be announced at a later date. Sign the online guestbook at www.evergreenmemorial.com JONES, Elisabeth (Dario) With a deep sense of sorrow and much love we say goodbye to our beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Elisabeth (Dario) Jones, who passed away on the morning of June 21 2020 at the age of 79. She was predeceased by her first husband Mario Dario.

She is lovingly remembered and cherished by her husband Dennis Jones, her daughters Marisa and Corina Dario, her grandson Lucas Llyr Dario and Dennis Jones' children David Jones, Michael Jones, Cherie Vu and their families. Elisabeth will be laid to rest at Rosehill Cemetery on July 2, 2020. Memorial donations in Elisabeth's honour can be made directly to Solid Rock Free Lutheran Church, Camrose, Alberta. v. rj.

in'cri'h r.i 'Li Obituaries BRIDGEWATER, Sharon March 23, 1956 June 20, 2020 On June 20, 2020, Sharon passed away at the Sturgeon Community Hospital at the age of 64. She will be remembered by her sisters Carol (Darcy) Stearns, Linda (Dale) Lea-Wilson; brothers Blair, and Dale (Diane). Sharon will also be missed by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Sharon was predeceased by her parents Glen and Margaret. Sharon was born in Calgary and raised in Edmonton, where she attended The Alberta School for the Deaf.

Sharon worked at Imperial Oil for 36 years and retired in 2016. In 2017, Sharon moved to St. Albert to be closer to family. She loved her cat Michi dearly. Sharon always looked forward to gathering with family and friends; any opportunity to play cards or board games.

A private family interment was held at Evergreen Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations in Sharon's name may be made to the S.P.C.A or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. The family would like to thank the staff at The Sturgeon Community Hospital Units 15 and 17, especially Melanie, Sharon, Lori, and Jenna for the care and compassion shown to Sharon on her final days. Sign the online guestbook at www.evergreenmemorial.com GAREAU-KUBICKI, Suzanne July 12, 1952-June 19, 2020 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Suzanne Gareau-Kubicki on June 19, 2020, with family by her side. Suzanne will be deeply missed and remembered by her loving husband of 36 years, Andy, her caring daughter Caroline and her extended family in central Canada.

Suzanne will also be sadly missed by her many friends whom she considered family. With open arms and a welcoming smile, Suzanne loved to entertain and filled her family home with laughter, music and joy. Her love for and commitment to French language education and the Francophonie inspired a long and successful career. She was a dedicated traveller, choral singer, yoga instructor, knitter and gourmet and book club aficionado. Her warmth and joie de vivre will live on in the many happy memories that we share.

Given our current context, a small private funeral will be held in the coming days. A celebration of Suzanne's life will be planned for a later date. GRAINGER, Donald Stuart (Don) July 31, 1936 -May 26, 2020 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Don Grainger, after a short fight with various issues, mainly Kidney Problems. Don is survived by his wife of 62 years, Margaret, Nephew-Son Douglas Blackie (Sandra Tyacke), Great-Nephew (Grandson) James Blackie (Anne Marie), Great-Niece (Granddaughter) Tanya Blackie (Jeff Hachey), three Great-Grandchildren Wyatt, Erica and Avery Blackie. Three step-Great-Grandchildren Michial, Raeleigh and Elijah Hachey.

Don was happy to be called "Grampy." Don spent 25 12 years with the Cdn Armed Forces, 21 years With the Alberta Motor Transport Services Branch. During His retirement he enjoyed making walking sticks, panning for Gold and watching favorite programs on TV. Cremation has taken place, there will be a Family and Friends Celebration later in the year. I gil CASS, Louis Franklin II Louis Franklin (Frank) Cass II passed away peacefully at home in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, on June 19, 2020 at the age of 70. He was born on June 25, 1949 in Austin, Minnesota and his family moved to different parts of the United States and the Northwest Territories before settling in Edmonton.

Frank was predeceased by his parents, Joyce Cleone Anderson and Louis Franklin Cass I. He is survived by his wife Janice and three children, David, Shawna (Gregory) and Sheri (Satpal). He also has four grandchildren, Blake, Thorton, Mason and Sebastian, as well as three step-grandchildren, Alisha, Carla (deceased) and Isaiah. He is also survived by siblings Carol (Bill), Kris (Linda) and Steve (Diane) and predeceased by brothers Greg and Doug. Frank asked that there be no service and to be remembered as a hard worker who did not bend his basic life values to suit his employers or other people -and for his love for his family.

In lieu of flowers, we ask you to make a donation to the MS Society of Canada, the charity of your choice or to do something special with your family in his memory. COCKRAM, Olive May September 6, 1927 June 16, 2020 On June 16, 2020, Olive May Cockram passed away peacefully at the age of 92 years. She was predeceased by her husband Don in 2009 and her son Allan in 2011. She is survived by her two daughters: Linda (Roy) Coates and Brenda (Jan) Ralf; four grandchildren: Tricia, Jenna, Kristen and Jarren; and many relatives and friends. A special thank you to all the staff at the Summerwood Village and the Fort Saskatchewan Hospital for their kind and compassionate care of our Mom.

A private family interment will be held at a later date. We will miss you "Our Mom, The Energizer Bunny" a cn woo DEGNER, Nancy Marguerite March 12, 1947 June 19, 2020 Nancy went to be with her Heavenly Father at the age of 73. She will be lovingly remembered and missed by her husband of 49 years Lenhart, daughters Corrine, Wendy (Shane) Nickolson, Colleen Lindholm and grandchildren Jakob, Sofie, Riley, Camille, Grayden and many siblings. Due to COVID-19, there will be a service at a later date. FONTAINE, Joanne On June 22, 2020, Mrs.

Joanne Fontaine of St. Paul passed away at the age of 68 years. She is survived by her loving husband of 49 years, Maurice; 2 daughters, Lise (James) Morton and Ginette Chopek (David Wiebe); son, Gerald (Janet) Fontaine; 10 grandchildren, Karla (Danny) Rice, Gregory (Natalie), Nevaeh, Annalise, Cassidy, Serena, Courtney, Grace, Jackson and Jillian; 4 great-grandchildren, Ella, Bria, Easton and Paisley; father, Yvon Strasbourg; 3 sisters and 3 brothers, Henriette (Tom) Warawa, Yvonne (Ed) Starosta, Gille (Mary) Strasbourg, Colette (Doug) Brodt, Real (Cyndi) Strasbourg and Dan Strasbourg; numerous nieces and nephews. Joanne was predeceased by her mother, Estelle Strasbourg. A Private Memorial Service will be held at Grace Gardens Funeral Chapel, St.

Paul. Reverend Father Gerard Gauthier will be officiating, with inurnment in St. Joseph's Cemetery, St. Paul. Cremation has taken place.

Once Covid-19 restrictions are lifted, a Memorial Mass will be held at the St. Paul Cathedral. If desired, donations may be made to Haying in the 30's (Cancer Support Society) co 5626 -51 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1. To send condolences online, please visit www.gracegardensfuneralchapel.com.

GRACE GARDENS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 5626 51 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1 780-645-2677 19 I HARPER, (Alfred) Douglas Dec. 5, 1929 -Jun. 10, 2020 Survived by his 3 children Deborah Kristensen, Rhonda (Ron) Williams, Wade (Karyn) Harper, 10 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. A small family memorial service was held on June 13, 2020.

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