Jeno Lechner, beloved husband of the late Rita Lechner of Calgary, passed away on Saturday, December 29, 2007 at the age of 86 years.
Jeno was born in Diosgyor, Hungary on July 9, 1921. He attended and went on to a career as a heavy duty mechanic. Jeno worked for the city of Calgary Transit for twenty-five years. He also took active part in the union and retired as a shop foreman. Jeno was a very handy person who never hesitated to help out a neighbour or friend. He loved to barbeque and took great pride in his garden and home.
Jeno is survived by his loving daughter and son-in-law Anna and Gary Walke of Las Vegas, NV, grandchildren, Debbie Myers, and Scott (Pam) Myers both of Calgary, AB; by his brother and sister-in-law Zoltan and Florence Lechner of Daventry, England; by his sisters, Mary, Borika, Justi all of Hungary; and by all of his friends and extended family. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Rita Lechner (nee Niedrygajlo), by his parents Jono and Julia Lechner (nee Rezfather), and by his one sister in Hungary.
The family wishes to thank to all of the caring staff, volunteers and the Pastoral Team who provided their generous touch in caring for Jeno during his stay at the Father Lacombe Care Centre.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive South West) on Thursday, January 3, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Gerard’s Catholic Church (8944 Elbow Drive South West) on Friday, January 4, 2008 at 10:30 a.m.. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 215 – 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 1A2 Telephone: (403) 205-3966, email www.cancer.ca.
In living memory of Jeno Lechner, 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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It is with great sadness and sorrow that we announce the passing of our dear Mother, Lillian Stewart of Calgary, on Saturday, December 29, 2007 at the age of 83 years.
Mom touched the hearts of many with her thoughtfulness, kindness and generosity. She was dedicated to her family and friends and made it a priority to remember and celebrate all of their special occasions and events. She was our inspiration.
Beloved wife of Jimmy, precious mother of Pam and Blair and mother-in-law of Tom, Lillian will also be dearly missed by her granddaughter Kristyn and her favourite grandpuppy Spanky. She is also survived by her sister Marion and her brother Gerry. Lillian will be greatly missed by many nieces and nephews and her many friends.
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 Alberta Lung Association, P.O. Box 4500, Station South, Edmonton, AB T6E 6K2 Telephone: 1 (888) 566 – 5864. www.ab.lung.ca.
In living memory of Lillian Stewart, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E. Telephone: (403) 256-9575.
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Myron S. Hanson of Calgary passed away peacefully on December 27, 2007 at the age of 83 years following a brief illness.
Myron will be greatly missed by his son Bruce Hanson; daughter Bett Behrens and their families. He was predeceased by his wife C. Margaret Hanson who passed away in 2003, and brothers Vernon, Edwin and Roland Hanson.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Crowfoot Chapel (82 Crowfoot Circle N.W.) on Wednesday, January 2, 2008 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Funeral Services will be held at Foothills Alliance Church (333 Edgepark Blvd. N.W.) on Thursday, January 3, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. Graveside Service will precede the service at St. Andrew’s Cemetery, Cochrane, AB. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to The Friends of Kananaskis Country, towards a Memorial Bench, Suite #201,800 Railway Avenue, Canmore, AB T1W 1P1, Phone: (403) 678-5593 Website: www.kananaskis.org.
In living memory of Myron Hanson, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Crowfoot Chapel, 82 CROWFOOT CIRCLE N.W. Telephone: (403) 241-0044.
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It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother and friend. Tommy passed away at the tender age of 45 years on the morning of Saturday, December 29, 2007 at the Rockyview General Hospital
Tommy was an avid outdoor enthusiast who loved camping, off- roading and was one of the best mechanics that we knew. His dedication to his family and friends could never be surpassed. Tommy touched many people and he never left anyone stranded. For those who knew him well were considered family to Tommy.
Tommy will be lovingly remembered by his parents Tom and Gladys; by his brothers and sisters-in law, Arthur and Patricia and Jerry and Chris; his sister and brother-in-law Debbie and Dave; by his nieces and nephew, Tammy, Kelly, Diana, and John; and by all of his aunts, uncles, cousins and numerous great friends.
Tommy will be deeply missed with the greatest love and respect by all who knew him. A Celebration of Tommy’s life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Centenial Branch # 285(9202 Horton Road S.W.) on Saturday, January 5, 2008, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. 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, email www.cancer.ca. Special thanks to the nurses at the Rockyview General Hospital who made his last hours comfortable.
In living memory of Thomas Hamilton 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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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our mother Eva Johanna Gschwendtner on December 29, 2007, peacefully at the Rockyview General Hospital at the age of 85.
Eva was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister. Born in Scott Saskatchewan to Wendilen and Mary Adams, the eldest of sixteen children, Eva lived her early years there and in Wilkie Saskatchewan. During World War II she lived and worked briefly in Woodstock Ontario. Upon her return, she moved to Banff, where she met her future husband Donald James Gschwendtner. Eva and Don married on June 7, 1948 and resided for a time in Edmonton before moving and settling in Calgary. Eva was predeceased by her beloved husband on July 12, 1971. Over the years, Eva worked for Eaton’s, Canada Safeway and the Alberta Children’s Hospital. Mum was completely devoted to and focused on family, and enjoyed nothing more than hosting family get-togethers and celebrating occasions and milestones. She was an excellent cook and homemaker, a wonderful listener, and knew how to make people feel welcome and special. Outside of family, her biggest passion was helping others and volunteer work which she performed in many ways, most notably for Holy Name Catholic Church, the Catholic Women’s League and the Sarcee Auxiliary Hospital and Nursing Home (now Carewest Sarcee). In both her work and volunteer activities she gave one-hundred percent. We will forever miss Mum’s selflessness and warmth, her sweet smile, and her unassuming and quiet manner, but we have many wonderful memories of her to cherish to ease the loss of her gentle wisdom, empathy and constant support and caring.
She is survived by her son Allan Gschwendtner and his wife Jade, and her daughter Joan Moffat and her husband Ian, and by her grandchildren Christopher and Matthew Gschwendtner. She is also survived by ten brothers and sisters and their spouses: Mary Bremner, Kay Eremko, Helen (Stan) Gryba, Theresa Fehrenbach, Bertha (Howard) Swanson, Delores Price, Diane (Cal) Blehm, John ( Betty) Adams, Andrew (Elsie) Adams, Edward Adams, and sisters in law, Anne Adams, Delia Adams, Sandra Adams, as well as numerous nieces and nephews and friends (most recently friends she made at Horizon Village MacEwan). Eva was predeceased by her parents, four brothers and a sister: Clementine Wirth, Michael Adams, Joseph Adams, Donald Adams and Leo Adams, as well as sister-in-law Thelma Adams and brothers- in- law John Eremko, Del Fehrenbach and George Price.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at Holy Name Catholic Church (2223 – 34th Street S.W.) on Thursday January 3, 2008 at 7:00 P.M.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Name Catholic Church (2223 – 34th Street S.W.) on Friday January 4, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. Graveside Service to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery.
Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In lieu of flowers Eva’s wish was that donations be made to: Heart and Stroke, Cancer Society or charity of donor’s choice. The family wishes to thank the wonderful and caring staff at Mayfair Care Centre, in particular her nurse Cheryl, as well as the Rockyview Unit 81 staff, Rockyview Orthopedic surgery team, the recovery room staff, Emergency Department staff and Calgary EMS for their skilled and compassionate care. We are also grateful for the care Mum received in the course of several medical issues over the past year from staff at Rockyview, as well as Foothills Medical Centre and the Emergency Departments of both hospitals , the Carewest Sarcee Transition Unit, and Calgary EMS.
In living memory of Eva Gschwendtner, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH Telephone: (403) 276-2296.
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Sean Michael Smith, beloved son of Dorothy and Rich, dearly loved brother of Ben and Kaity, of Airdrie passed away suddenly in an industrial accident at an oil rig site near Waterton Lakes National Park.
Sean was full of life, full of dreams, and a keeper of endless lists. He blessed us with his kindness, sense of humour, generosity and free spirit. Sean loved family and friends, music, sports, food, and lively discussions. He was a gifted writer, a good athlete, a bad navigator, a skilled and ardent debater, and most of all, a warm and loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend. Sean possessed both strong inertia and powerful momentum. He was slow to start new activities, but able to achieve great things when he set his mind to them. Sean was a graduate of George McDougall High School in Airdrie and Carleton University in Ottawa. He was proud to have completed his first Olympic length triathlon last spring and was working to save money to pursue his goal of becoming a lawyer. He had travelled to Europe for the 2006 Winter Olympics and greatly enjoyed a fantasy sports trip to Denver this fall where he saw the Avalanche, Nuggets and his beloved Broncos. Sean always followed his heart and the golden rule on his journey through life. His life was way too short, but he lived it fully and we feel fortunate to have felt his love.
Besides leaving a huge hole in our hearts and lives, Sean was loved and will be missed by his grandparents, Chad and Roberta Kirby; Boone and Margie, Kathy and Bob, Robert and Linda, Cathy, Murray and Katherine, Steve and Rona, Angie and Cam, David, Danny, Mike, Kailey, Mac, Evan, Gordon, Kirsten, Allison, and Keegan, the uncle, aunts, and cousins to whom he was a wonderful oldest nephew and cousin; Kim and many friends. He also brought great joy to his Grumpa John and Grandma Norma while they were alive.
A celebration of Sean’s life will be held on Wednesday, January 2, 2008, at 2:00 p.m., at the Airdrie United Church, 216 First Avenue NE, Airdrie. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In lieu of flowers, donations in Sean’s memory may be made to the Sheilah Thompson Refugee Fund, c/o Unitarian Church of Vancouver, 949 West 49th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 2T1.
In living memory of Sean Smith, a tree will be planted at Fletcher Park Memorial Forest by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Airdrie Funeral Home, 300 TOWERLANE DRIVE, AIRDRIE. Telephone: (403) 948-1100
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Macaria Gloria Roxas, beloved wife of Carlos Roxas of Calgary passed away on Friday, December 28th, 2007 at the age of 68 years.
Besides her husband Carlos, Macaria is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law Liberty and Sean Kettyls, and Renee and Andy Lee; four grandchildren Kieran and Brandon Kettyls, Jake and Brian Lee; niece Flor Miranda (Ernie); great nieces and nephews Geraldine, April, and Chris.; and numerous family in the Philippines.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Eastside Memorial Chapel (5388 Memorial Drive N.E.) on Friday, January 4, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Mark’s Catholic Church (5552 Madigan Drive N.E.) on Saturday, January 5, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Graveside Service to follow in Good Shepherd Cemetery at Mountain View Memorial Gardens. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, donations in memory may be made to the CWL of St. Mark’s Catholic Church.
Arrangements in care of McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes Telephone: (403) 248-8585.
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It is with great sadness to announce that Eva Elizabeth Lens passed away on Wednesday December 26, 2007 at the age of 79 years after a lengthy illness.
She will be greatly missed by her beloved husband Peter of 6728 Silverview Road NW, Calgary T3B 3L7; granddaughter Anna Marie Mornhart of Augsburg, Germany; daughter Marianne Henry; and dear friends Peter and Ruth Pilz and the Stone family.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Crowfoot Chapel (82 Crowfoot Circle N.W.) on Friday December 28, 2007 between 6:00 and 8:00 P.M.
Funeral Services will be held at St. Matthew Lutheran Church (66 – 7th Street NE) today, Saturday, December 29, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. Special thanks to Dr. Falk, Penny R.N. and the support staff for their dedication and compassion at the Sarcee Carewest Hospice.
In living memory of Eva Lens a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Crowfoot Chapel, 82 CROWFOOT CIRCLE N.W. Telephone: (403) 241-0044.
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Franklin (Frank) Samuel Gathercole, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 28, 2007 at the age of 80 years.
Frank leaves to mourn his loving wife of fifty-two years Terry; his son and daughter-in-law Lloyd and Linda; two daughters and one son-in-law Cathy and Terry, and Rhonda; his grandchildren Russell, Karlea and Chelsea. He is also survived by his brothers, Jim (Fay), and Don (Wilma); sisters Lil (Herb) and Evelyn (Renee); as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Frank was predeceased by his brothers George (Zoe), Tom, Bob (Georgie) and Les (Audrey); and his sisters Grace and Fran (Ron).
Frank was born on April 28, 1927 in Kerrobert, SK to Walter and Grace Gathercole. He was a honourary member of the Probus Club of Calgary, acting Master of King Solomon Lodge in Cochrane, and Past District Deputy Grand Master. As a member of Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite, he was Past Thrice Puissant Grand Master, Past Commander in Chief and earned his 33rd degree – Charter Member of the Springbank Lions Club and Springbank Heritage Club. Frank owned and operated the Bottrel General Store, Pre Pak Meats of Calgary Ltd. and Intertherm Services Ltd.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Crowfoot Chapel (82 Crowfoot Circle, N.W.) on Friday, January 4, 2008 at 2:30 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to The Masonic Foundation of Alberta, 6532 Stn “D”, Calgary, AB T2P 2E1, Ph: (403) 286-0484.
In living memory of Frank Gathercole a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Crowfoot Chapel, 82 CROWFOOT CIRCLE N.W. Telephone: (403) 241-0044.
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Myrle Ackerman of Calgary, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 24, 2007, at the age of 92 years.
Myrle Ackerman grew up in Seven Persons, AB, leaving home at the age of fourteen to begin working. He married Eva Wilson on August 24, 1957. Myrle worked for many years as a salesman with Colgate/Palmolive. He was a very personable and outgoing man, who had the ability to talk to anyone. He made new friends easily, being very interested in people of all walks of life. Myrle had a passion for horse racing and enjoyed playing cards, fishing and gardening.
Myrle is survived by his daughter and son-in-law Sandra Joan Hughes (Don) of Lethbridge, AB and his son and daughter-in-law Norman Dennis Ackerman (Marjorie) of Stettler, AB, seven grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Candis McBain of Medicine Hat, AB as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Myrle was predeceased by his wife Eva in 1995.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S, Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Thursday, January 3, 2008 at 2:30 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 200, 119 – 14th Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6 Telephone: (403) 264-5549, www.heartandstroke.ca.
In living memory of Myrle Ackerman, 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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