Harriet “Anne” Browne, beloved widow of Allan Browne of Calgary, passed away at the Rosedale Hospice on Thursday, April 28, 2005 at the age of 85 years.
Anne was the only daughter born to Charles and Lulu Mehaffie on December 10, 1919 in Big Valley, AB. After she moved to Calgary, Anne was employed with C.P.R. first at the Banff Springs Hotel and later at the Palliser Hotel. On June 23, 1945, Anne married Allan H. Browne in Stettler, AB. She spent more than twenty years travelling to Phoenix, AZ during the winter months. The last few years she was accompanied by her dear friend, Nietta Harrisen. Anne loved to travel and encouraged everyone to do so.
Anne leaves to mourn her passing many nephews and nieces; and her dear friend Nietta Harrisen. She was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Allan; and her special friend Harold Davis.
A Celebration of Anne’s Life will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Eastside Memorial Chapel (5388 Memorial Drive N.E.) on Saturday, May 7, 2005 at 2:30 p.m. with the Rev. Giovanni Di Vincenzo, Presider. Graveside Services will follow in Byemoor, AB at a later date. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Rosedale Hospice #900, 833 – 4 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB T2P 3T5 Telephone: (403) 263 – 4525.
In living memory of Anne Browne, a tree will be planted by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Eastside Memorial Chapel, 5388 MEMORIAL DRIVE N.E., CALGARY. Telephone: (403) 248-8585.
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Margaret Pipella, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away at the Rockyview General Hospital in Calgary on Thursday, April 28, 2005 at the age of 83 years.
Margaret was born in 1921 in St. Walburg SK. Early in her working years Margaret studied and practiced nursing in Saskatchewan. She married George Pipella and they established their home in south west Calgary. Throughout the 1950′s and 1960′s, Margaret and George were involved with various family operated businesses in the Marda Loop area of south west Calgary. Margaret also worked for many years in retail sales at various Calgary department stores. Following her retirement Margaret was an active volunteer at the Canadian Red Cross Society and at the Seniors’ club at the Bowcliffe Community Centre. For the past three years Margaret was a resident at the Cedars Villa Extendicare in Calgary where she also developed a close friendship with Kathy Clark and many other residents.
Margaret is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Molly and John Baron of High River and Georgina and Ron Skebo of Calgary; along with her grandchildren, Matthew Baron, Stephen, Samantha and Veronica Skebo. She is also survived by her sister Molly Johnson of Regina, SK; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband George in 1976 and by her brother Joseph Oster of Prince Albert SK in 1980.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Monday May 2, 2005 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. James’ Catholic Church (5504 – 20th Street S.W.) on Tuesday, May 3, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. Graveside Service to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 215 – 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 1A2 Telephone: (403) 205-3966.
In living memory of Margaret Pipella, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Telephone: (403) 243-8200.
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Mark Reginald (Reg) LeGrow, beloved husband of Gwen, passed away peacefully in Calgary on Wednesday, April 27, 2005 at the age of 84 years.
Reg was born in Broad Cove, NF on February 19, 1921. He served in the Newfoundland Regiment during World War II. After the war, Reg joined the Newfoundland Ranger Force and became a member of the RCMP. He spent his thirty-five year career in Newfoundland attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant.
Reg is survived by his wife Gwen, to whom he was married for fifty-three wonderful years; his son John; daughter-in-law Anna and her family; grandsons Christopher and Shane; brother-in-law Alun in England; sister-in-law Betty in Ontario; and nieces and nephews in Britain and Ontario
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Crowfoot Chapel (82 Crowfoot Circle N.W.) on Monday, May 2, 2005 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Funeral Services will be held at St. Thomas United Church (100 Hawkwood Boulevard N.W.) on Tuesday, May 3, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. Graveside Service to follow at Queen’s Park Cemetery. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 215 – 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 1A2 Telephone: (403) 205-3966. The family would like to thank all those who cared for Reg, particularly the doctors and nurses in Newfoundland, the outpatients’ clinic of the Tom Baker Centre and the 8th Floor of the Foothills Medical Centre in Calgary.
In living memory of Reg LeGrow, a tree will be planted at Nose Creek Valley by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Crowfoot Chapel, 82 CROWFOOT CIRCLE N.W., CALGARY. Telephone: (403) 241-0044.
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Francoise Ernestine (Nanny) Prevost, of Calgary, passed away at the Sarcee Long-Term Care Centre (Carewest) on Sunday, April 24, 2005 at the age of 94 years.
Francoise was born on October 18, 1910 in MontrÚal, QC where she met and married Walter Livingston in 1934 and was widowed in 1954. It was during this time that she gave birth to Vivian, Monica, John, Arthur, Robert, and Richard. She remarried in 1962 to Gerald Prevost and widowed in 1970. She then moved to Atlanta, GA with her brother Richard and they travelled extensively for twenty years. In 1990 she returned to MontrÚal. Frances was most happy when she was surrounded by her family which included fifteen grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren. Frances kept many enduring friendships from her travels including her nine brothers and sisters. Over the years, Frances enjoyed singing in church choirs and maintained her membership in bowling leagues wherever she happened to live. The favourite memories of Frances are of her dancing to the music of her daughters and sons.
Frances is survived by her grandchildren and their families, Michael and Lucy Dubeau, Linda and Brian Penning, Vivian and Sean Duffy, Pierre Dubeau, Diane and Ric Huber, Karen and Gerry Maddock, Steve Livingston, Scott Livingston, Angie and Stan George, Lee Livingston, Danny and Marleen Livingston, Nancy Davin and Greg and Kim Davin. She also leaves to mourn, her only surviving sister Renee. Frances was predeceased by her son John Livingston; her daughter Vivian Dubeau; and her grandchildren, Claude Dubeau and Kim Livingston.
A Celebration of Frances’ life will be held as a private family gathering. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Frances Prevost, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Telephone: (403) 243-8200.
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James Wilkins of Calgary passed away on Wednesday, April 27, 2005 at the age of 72 years.
James was born on January 16, 1933 in Edmonton. He worked for the Government of Alberta, for Public Works from 1956 to 1988, moving to Calgary in 1969. James loved the outdoors, especially camping.
James is survived by his two daughters and son-in-law, Dianne and Dave, and Sue; and a son and daughter-in-law Brian and Lisa, all of Calgary; his grandchildren, Nicole, Anna, Laura, Stephanie, Jesse, Devin, and Colton; his sister Alanna; and special friend Loree. James was predeceased by his mother Myrtle; father Chester; brothers, Jack, and Frank; and his sister Joan.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Sunday,May 1, 2005 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Monday, May 2, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. The family would like to thank the Beverly Centre, Chaparral Unit and to Signature Care Companion, Gloria. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Parkinson’s Society of Southern Alberta, #102, 5636 Burbank Crescent S.E., Calgary, AB T2H 1Z6 Telephone: (403) 243-9901, www.parkinsons-society.org.
In living memory of James Wilkins, a tree will be planted at the North Forest by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E. Telephone: (403) 256-9575.
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Lillie Thelma Levy (nee Hare) of Calgary, formerly of Edmonton, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 25, 2005 at the age of 101 years.
Thelma was born on December 10, 1903 in Fort Saskatchewan, AB. She will be lovingly remembered by her two sons Hugh (Betty), and Douglas; five grandchildren Donald (Susan), Barbara (Jim), James (Colleen), Stephen and Sarah; and three great grandchildren Greg, Chris and Bruce, all of Calgary. Thelma was predeceased by her husband James Reuben Levy in 1976 and her son Dr. James M Levy in 1966.
A Memorial Service will be held at the Edgemont Retirement Residence (80 Edenwold Dr. N.W.) on Friday, April 29, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. A second Memorial Service with interment will be held in Edmonton on Thursday, May 5, 2005. 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. The family would also like to thank Dr. Myles and staff of the Foothills Medical Centre unit 32 for their excellent care.
In living memory of Thelma Levy, 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.
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Phyllis (Phyl) Harriett Duhamel passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Tuesday April 26, 2005 at the Beverly Centre in Calgary at the age of 92 years.
Phyl is now reunited with her sweetheart, Duke, who predeceased her in 1996 after fifty years of marriage.
Phyl always had a spirit of adventure and loved life. She and Duke carried on a long-distance romance while she spent her memorable war years in Washington D.C. and he served in the Navy in Halifax. In 1946, they were married in Edmonton. She was truly a people person and treasured her many friends. Over the years she enjoyed a variety of pursuits including painting, crafts, crocheting, knitting, playing cards, curling and travelling. Many special times were shared with family and friends at her favorite place, the cottage at Seba Beach. Phyl loved her family and remained connected until her last breath.
She is survived by her children, Suzanne (Kevin Mullen) and Doug (Ilona); and five grandchildren, Michael Stelck, Jennifer (Warren) Edinga, Juli Duhamel, Ken Duhamel and Katie Duhamel.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Saturday, April 30, 2005 at 2:30 p.m., and a Memorial Gathering will be held at 13708 – 90 Avenue in Edmonton on Monday, May 2, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. The family wishes to express their thanks to the caregivers on Unit 200 at the Beverly Centre for their extraordinary care and compassion. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Beverly Auxiliary, 1729 – 90th Avenue. S.W. T2V 4S1 or the Alzheimer Society of Calgary, #201, 222 – 58 Avenue S.W., Calgary, AB T2H 2S3 Telephone: (403) 290-0110.
In living memory of Phyllis Duhamel, 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.
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DR. ARTHUR GEORGE STOREY HAVING GONE TO KEEP HIS APPOINTMENT WITH ST. PETER IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE TO HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
Funeral Services will be held at McInnis & Holloway’s Crowfoot Chapel (82 Crowfoot Circle N.W., Telephone: (403) 241-0044) on Saturday, April 30, 2005 at 2:30 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
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Carol Lowery (nee MacGregor), beloved wife of Boyd Lowery of Calgary, passed away quietly on Tuesday, April 26, 2005 at the age of 71 years.
Carol was born in New Glasgow, NS, the daughter of the late W.G. (Bill) and Isabel MacGregor. She attended Acadia University then transferred to McGill where she graduated in Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy in 1956. She began her physio career in Edmonton where she met Boyd, her husband of forty-five years. Carol was the great-great-grand-daughter of the Rev. James D. MacGregor, the first Presbyterian Minister in Pictou, NS (1786). Carol was a founding member of Varsity Acres Presbyterian Church and served as an elder for over twenty years.
Carol had the rare gift of being able to connect with people of all ages and walks of life. She was an unselfish, caring and compassionate person not only for her family but for many friends and acquaintances. Although she and Boyd settled in Calgary in the early 1960′s, she remained a Maritimer at heart and felt a strong need to spend time recharging at the ocean. Carol’s passions in life were her children, her grandchildren, friends, painting and her church. From an early age Carol loved to paint and graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 1997. Some of her paintings in the form of cards are used by the Tom Baker Psych-Social Department as a fund raiser for their “Tapestry” program.
She is survived by her husband, Boyd; children, Sue (Don Colpitts) and Jane (Dr. Allan deCaen), both of Edmonton; and Robb of Victoria, BC; and grandchildren, Evan, Nigel and Mary Colpitts, and Emily, Kathleen and Genny deCaen. She is also survived by her brother Gordon MacGregor (Ann) of Toronto; sisters-in-law, Joan Rohrer, Carolyn MacGregor and Heather Rea; as well as numerous nieces and nephews in Nova Scotia, Ontario, Saskatchewan and British Columbia. Carol was predeceased by her brother Dr. Peter MacGregor.
A Celebration of Carol’s Life will be held at Varsity Acres Presbyterian Church (4612 Varsity Drive N.W.) on Tuesday, May 3, 2005 at 3:00 p.m. Private Graveside Services will be held at Eden Brook Memorial Gardens. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the National Ovarian Cancer Association, 101 – 145 Front Street East, Toronto, ON, M5A 1E3
In living memory of Carol Lowery, a tree will be planted at Nose Creek Valley by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Crowfoot Chapel, 82 CROWFOOT CIRCLE N.W., CALGARY. Telephone: (403) 241-0044.
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Mrs. E. Ruth Fowler of Calgary, (formerly of Acme) passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness on Thursday, April 21, 2005 at the age of 87 years.
Ruth was born in Grouard, AB on October 6, 1917 and was raised in High Prairie, Alberta. She graduated from the University of Alberta in 1938. Bob and Ruth have been married for almost sixty-six years. Ruth was very active in the Community of Acme for many years and was a life member of the Order of the Eastern Star, the Prairie Rose Rebekah Lodge and a chartered member of the Daughters of the Nile. She also was very active with the A.C.W. of St. John’s Anglican Church of Acme. She was a faithful member of the Anglican Church of Canada all her life. Upon moving to Calgary she spent several pleasurable years with the Confederation Park Seniors Choir.
Ruth leaves to mourn her loss, her loving husband, Robert (Bob) John Fowler of Calgary; her son Donald and daughter-in-law June of Red Deer, and daughter Gail and son-in-law Eugene Weremey of Calgary. She is also survived by six grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; and thirteen great- grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held at the Acme United Church in Acme, Alberta, on Friday, April 29, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Eric Haffenden, Presider. Graveside Service to follow at the Acme Cemetery. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the AgapÚ Hospice, 1302 – 8 Avenue N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 1B8 Telephone: (403) 282-6588, or to the charity of the donor’s choice. Many thanks to Dr. Patrick Quail, Foothills Medical Centre staff and the staff of Agape Hospice for the excellent care she received during her illness.
In living memory of Ruth Fowler, 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.
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