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McDONALD, Ferne December 30, 1951 Lloydminster, Saskatchewan May 24, 2021 Calgary, Alberta On Monday, May 24, 2021 Ferne received her well-earned wings and left us heartbroken at the age of 69 years. Ferne was born in Lloydminster, SK, but was raised and lived in Calgary. She spent most of her career in the oil industry where she earned a reputation of honesty, loyalty and hard work. Ferne left no stone unturned to get results, and treated everyone fairly and with respect. Golf was her particular passion and with Gary they enjoyed many great golfing trips.

Everyone who saw her swing marveled at its perfection and purity. She was convinced that this was going to be her best year ever. Unfortunately, however, Ferne was diagnosed with an insidious form of cancer before Easter. True to form she never complained and worked through the pains and hardships as her health deteriorated. Her brave attitude and demeanor endeared her to the staff at the Rockyview Hospital, and later with the palliative care nurses and attendants.

Ferne; we are going to miss you terribly, and you certainly showed what heroism and bravery really mean. To the very end, this kind, generous and loving soul worried about others before herself. Left mourning her loss are her loving husband Gary, her sister Deborah, the McDonald family, Clea, special friend John Haddon and a larger extended family throughout the province. She was predeceased by her parents, Albert Ivor Bruce and Kirby (nee Enlund) Bruce. As per wishes there will be no service.

Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and viewed on obituary at www.McInnisandHolloway.com. The family would like to thank all of the nursing staff in Unit 73, 81 and 82 throughout her journey. A special thank you as well to the palliative care team including Nicole, Tara and Leigh for their kindness and care at home. Thank you to McInnis and Holloway for the final arrangements as well. In living memory of Ferne McDonald, a tree will be planted in the Ann Sandy Cross Conservation Area.

McMILLAN, Gordon January 4, 1927 May 18, 2021 It is with heavy hearts the family of Gordon Warner McMillan announce that with family by his side, he slipped peacefully away on May 18, 2021 at the age of 94. Beloved husband, dad, Gramps, and Great-Grampa. He was predeceased by his wife Dorothy in 2018. He is survived by his sons Bruce and Brian (Debbie), daughter Donna Lee (Dave); grandchildren Kyle (Carrie), Chad (Nikki), Travis (Devon), Marc (Poonam), Chantal (Tim); great- granddaughter Blake, and great-grandsons Decker and Bo. Gord was also predeceased by his father Gordon, mother Nora, brother Jim, and sister Sharon.

Gord was born in Moose Jaw, SK on January 4, 1927. He attended the University of Michigan where he completed his degree in Geology and played for the Michigan Wolverines Hockey team. Gordon was ranked in best 50 players of all and led the team in scoring all four years at Michigan. Gord scored two goals in the 1948 NCAA championship game, helping them to win the first national championship in program history, and is 10th in career points in program history. He was inducted into the Michigan Hall of Honor and was player of the decade for the 1940s.

Gord was very proud of Michigan and his hockey accomplishments. He adored his grandchildren and taught them all to skate, often giving them his best hockey advice your elbows with his in the air and a little smirk on his face. After graduation, Gord moved to Calgary, AB and started working at Shell Oil where he met Doe. They married in 1952 and were married 66 years. Gord went on to work for Cardo Canada for a number of years until he started his own company, He and his son Brian worked for several years together.

Gord was a very successful geologist and was responsible for significant oil and gas discoveries in both Alberta and BC. Gord and Doe lived in Calgary until 8 years ago when they moved to their Kelowna, BC lake house they bought as a summer vacation home in 1967. There they spent every summer with Bruce, Brian and Donna Lee. Summers were always filled with friends and family visiting making wonderful memories. Gord enjoyed snow skiing, hunting, water skiing, golfing, and fishing.

He was an amazing man who was incredibly generous to his family and friends and was always helping someone out one way or another. Gord loved his Michigan gang, his golf buddies, hunting buddies, neighbors and many friends. He had many lifelong friends with special mention to Dale and Dianne Wilson. The family would like to thank all of many friends and family for their love and support, the staff at Brandts Creek Mews, especially the nursing staff and care aids in Pear Lane, and Dr. Jennifer Parsons for providing such loving care to dad.

A special gathering will be held at a later date to celebrate his life. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com TODESCO, Marguerite Marie Apr 17, 1931 May 21, 2021 Marguerite (Margie) Todesco passed away on May 21, 2021 after a brief illness. Mom is survived by her children, Joanne (Peter), Jay (Jennifer), Mike, and Don (Ali). Gramma is survived by her grand-children, Joe (Amy), Emily, Matt, Haley, Rebecca, Amy, and Ryan. Great Gramma is survived by Autumn and Rae.

Margie was extremely proud of all her children, grand and great grand children and loved to celebrate their successes. In her younger days, she was always there for football, rugby and hockey games, music recitals, skating competitions, and the like. Margie was born and raised in Calgary. She attended St. Mary's High School, graduated as a registered nurse from the Holy Cross Hospital, and worked in hospitals and clinics in Calgary and Norman, Oklahoma.

She was an avid golfer and enjoyed a glass of wine with the ladies after 18. She attained a Master designation in bridge and was an accomplished painter. For some reason, Margie had a passion for fast cars. Kids in the neighborhood would often wonder why the lady down the block drove a yellow Trans Am to get groceries. She passed away one month after celebrating her 90th birthday, a day that she truly enjoyed.

Our deepest appreciation goes to the doctors and staff at Foothills Medical Centre ER and Unit 36 who cared for her with humanity and skill. We are especially grateful that all respected Mom's and our wishes without judgement. Special thanks to Dr. Christine Banage and her team. Thanks also to the staff at Valley Ridge Lodge for providing a warm secure home and just the right amount of independence over the past few years.

In lieu of flowers or donations, please thank and support our frontline workers every chance you get. TREIT, Robert L. 1925 2021 Robert L. Treit was born to Alma and Louie in Graminia, AB, with brother George and sister June. When moved to Edmonton, I spent 3 years in Air Cadets and 2 years in the Navy.

After the military went to work for Oilwell Division of US Steel during which time I married Marge, where I was blessed with three daughters, Cheryl, Susan and Jamie; two sons, Josh and Zack and daughter Brynn. During retirement I married Louise. We spent many wonderful trips travelling together abroad. I have been an active member of the Canyon Meadows Golf Club and Naval Reserve as well as Legion where, if friends so desire, memorial donations can be made directly to. Life has been good.

Sorry God, no Funeral Service. Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and viewed on obituary at www.McInnisandHolloway.com. In living memory of Robert Treit, a tree will be planted in the Ann Sandy Cross Conservation Area. Ladislav Joseph Zevnik November 8, 1951 May 28, 2014 Seven years ago, so many of your friends and family met to celebrate the joy your life meant to others. When I delivered your eulogy, I quoted words from E.E.

love poem "I carry your heart with This stanza meant a great deal to me then. Now, years later, there is not a day goes by that I do not miss you by my side. At times I need to be reminded that you are always with me. To this end, E.E words are a gift. "i carry your heart with me (i carry it in my heart) i am never without it.

(Anywhere i go, you go my dear, and whatever is done by only me is your doing, my darling.) i carry your heart (i carry it in my heart). Aloha until we meet again. Arlene SUNDERLAND, Colin James May 28, 1998 Psalm 98:1 Dearest Jim: My precious memory: Our marriage promises to live our evolving journey of love into each hearts but as one, in journey. "My heart remembers the great part in my life story, touched profoundly by your special love, making all the difference in my priceless Henry As ever, grateful to God for His gift of you. Beloved one, love you forever, Helen In Memoriams View and sign the guest book.

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John Warner, who has died aged 94, was already numbered among Amer- great and good when in 1976 he became the sev- enth husband of the glam- orous Elizabeth Taylor for nearly six years before the final, inevitable split in 1981 and formal divorce a year later. is the best lover I have ever had I want to spend the rest of my life with him and be buried with Taylor had de- clared at their wedding at ranch in Virginia in December 1976. But as the marriage started to dis- integrate, she was embar- rassing him at every turn. According to her biog- rapher Kitty Kelley, Tay- lor piqued aides when she shrieked into the house intercom from her upstairs boudoir: get your ass up On another occasion, at a hunt ball thronged with the cream of Virginia so- ciety, Warner stepped on the hem of her long dress, causing the actress to snap: off my (blank) gown, you In 1977 he was mortified when his new bride com- mitted three grave acts of lese-majeste during a charity ball in New York. Although Taylor was the host, she not only failed to attend a reception for the guest of honour, Princess Margaret, but also arrived after the princess had been seated, double-barrelled slight in the world of royal according to one report.

it went on, arose from her table, went to Miss and said: Mar- Warner snapped to his feet. His wife, though gracious, remained seated. The mountain had come to He won the Senate nom- ination only by default af- ter his main rival was killed in a plane crash. The son of an obstetri- cian and gynecologist, John William Warner was born on Feb. 18, 1927, in Wash- ington.

During the Korean War, he interrupted his law stud- ies to serve as a communi- cations officer with the Marines. He joined the De- partment of Justice in 1954. His career prospects were considerably acceler- ated in 1957 when he mar- ried Catherine Mellon, the daughter of Paul Mellon, one of the richest men. Warner served five terms as a senator, and did not seek re-election in 2008. first marriage, to Mellon, with whom he had two daughters and a son, was dissolved in 1973.

After his divorce from Tay- lor in 1982, he married Jeanne Vander Myde, a real estate agent, in 2003. She survives him with his chil- dren. The Daily Telegraph A 1 9 2 7 2 0 2 1 Senator had turbulent marriage to Liz Taylor John Warner.