Peter Pasztor of Calgary passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2009 at the age of 82 years.
Peter was born in Hungary in 1927 and immigrated to Canada in 1948 with his father and two brothers. He became a Canadian Citizen in 1960 and worked for Canadian National Railway in Hanna and Lyalta for thirty-seven years.
Peter is survived by a son and daughter-in-law Stephen and Deirdre and grandson Kaeluis. He Predeceased by his wife Mae Pasztor and two brothers, Gasper and Charles.
Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S, Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Friday, April 3, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. Graveside Service to follow at Queen’s Park Cemetery. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Peter Pasztor, 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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Bonny McArthur, beloved wife of Bob McArthur of Calgary, Alberta, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2009 at the age of 49 years.
Bonny was born on September 7, 1959 in Lethbridge, AB, where she received her education. Her career took her through numerous business ventures and eventually led to Greengate Garden Centre in Calgary where she fulfilled her life long passion of “dirt digging”. Bonny loved every living thing with a special fondness for animals.
Besides her loving husband Bob, she is also survived by her cat “Sedona”; her mother Emma Harsany of Lethbridge; brother Craig and Jill Harsany (Claye, Reese) of High River; sister Jeannie Harsany-Barnard and Steve Barnard of Charleston, SC; brother Randy Harsany and Suzie Allan of Calgary; father-in-law Larry and Sherry McArthur; mother-in-law Marilyn McArthur; sister-in-law Tari Klein and Carman Grandbois (Taylor, grandson-Brayden); sister-in-law Tracy and Daryl Teron (Courtney, Chase, Jesse); brother-in-law Darren and Tammy McArthur (Blair, Brady, Teona, Ty), all of Red Deer. She also had numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and Friends. Bonny was predeceased by her loving father Alec Harsany; grandparents, Andrew and Elizabeth Baczuk, Andrew and Julia Harsany, Thora (Pat) Boychuck; and niece Teagan Klein.
Bonny faced her biggest challenges with courage, strength and determination. We will remember Bonny by her gentle touch, feisty spirit and contagious laugh.
A private family service was held. In lieu of flowers in Bonny’s memory please donate kindly to Foothills Country Hospice Society, PO Box 274, Okotoks, Alberta T1S 1A5, www.countryhospice.org
In living memory of Bonny McArthur, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES Fish Creek Chapel.
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Grace Buchanan of Calgary passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2009. We celebrate 98 years of a life well lived of a great lady, wife, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and aunt.
Grace was born July 29, 1910 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She moved to Edmonton at the age of two where she received her education and met James Buchanan whom she married in 1933. Grace took great pride in caring for her family and enjoyed her retirement in British Columbia since 1973. She returned to Calgary when it was seen she needed more care in 1997. Grace loved to entertain and made wonderful friends.
Grace is survived by her loving daughter and son-in-law, Norma and Mike Hunchak; son and daughter-in-law, Doug and Maria Buchanan; grandchildren, Sandra (Peter) St. Dennis, Todd (Marjorie) Hunchak, Arlene Hunchak (Tom Rosner), and Patty Beteta; and great grandchildren, Melissa and Anthony St. Dennis, Brett and Colton Hunchak and Caitlin Eisan. She was predeceased by her husband James MacIntosh Buchanan in 1994; parents, James and Ida Eaton; two sisters and a brother.
A Memorial Service will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S, Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Monday, April 6, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. Interment to follow at Queens Park Cemetery. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
Many thanks to all the Nursing Care Staff at the Eau Claire Retirement Residence who loved Grace so well and to Chris Waldmann who was the original director at Eau Claire, who always had a hug for his “family.” Also many thanks to all the staff at the Peter Lougheed for their care and empathy, both for Grace and her family.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Charity of the Donors Choice.
In living memory of Grace Buchanan, 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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Ana Sousa passed away on Monday, March 30, 2009 at the age of 95 years.
Ana is survived by her children, Maria Faria, Manuel (Zelia) Lizandro and Joana (Jose) Alves; eleven grandchildren, Larry (Silesa), Amy, Walter (Shelley), Aida (Luis), Lee (Tony), Anabela (Gabriel), Analia (Gilberto), Armanda (Raul), Armanda (Norberto), Tammy (Carlos) and Ricardo (Berta); twenty-one great-grandchildren; and five great great-grandchildren. Ana was predeceased by her husband Francisco Correia Lizandro.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at Our Lady Of Fatima Catholic Church (4747 – 30th Street S.E.) on Wednesday, April 1, 2009 at 7:30 p.m.
Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at Our Lady Of Fatima Catholic Church (4747 – 30th Street S.E) on Thursday, April 2, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. Graveside Service to follow at Mountain View Memorial Gardens. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Ana Sousa, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Eastside Memorial Chapel, 5388 MEMORIAL DRIVE N.E. Telephone: (403) 248-8585.
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With great sadness and love, the family of Lillian Bietz announces her passing on Saturday, March 28th, 2009 at the age of 84.
Our mother was born Lillie Hannelore Horn near Vulcan, Alberta to a homesteading family. Her character was forged by the untimely death of her parents and two older brothers prior to her seventeenth year. In the face of her loss, she completed high school in High River, Alberta and entered Calgary Normal School during World War Two. By 1944, she was the sole teacher in a one room schoolhouse north of Irvine, Alberta. She married Harvey Bietz in 1946 and together they raised four sons. Our lives will be forever inspired by the example of Lil’s unconditional love, her wisdom, grace and generosity, and by her selflessness, and amazing strength and patience in raising her four boys through all the adventures she and Harvey shared with them.
Lil will be fondly remembered by a wide circle of friends for her compassion, loyalty and fun loving spirit, and for her contribution to many community service organizations throughout her adult life.
Lillian is survived and will be lovingly remembered by her four devoted sons Don (Sandy), Gerry (Dot)), Allan (Joan), and Robert (Jill); grandchildren Sara, Jocelyn, Jeff, Tim, Blaire, Josh, Michela, Kyle, and Curtis. She is also survived by daughter-in-law Patricia Bietz and her sister Margaret Mansell of Edmonton; as well as Margaret’s family Judy, Greg (Ivy) their daughter Erin, and Douglas (Bonnie). Lillian was predeceased by her husband Harvey in 1994.
A very special thank you to the staff of the Agape Hospice, for providing a beautiful sanctuary for our mother during her final journey.
A Celebration of Lillian’s life will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Thursday, April 2, 2009 at 2:00p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made directly to the Agapé Hospice, 1302 – 8 Avenue N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 1B8 Telephone: (403) 282-6588.
In living memory of Lillian Bietz 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 that we announce the sudden passing of Walter (Barney) Daniel Twoyoungmen on Sunday, March 29, 2009 at the tender age of 15 years. Walter will be lovingly remembered by his mother Raymona Rabbit; his father Daniel Twoyoungmen; seven siblings, Laurisa, Nicole, Florette, Nelson, Narissa, Joaquin, Natorious; adopted brother Clark Simeon-Labelle; grandparents Norman and Debbi Baptiste, Dean and Millie Simeon, Mike, Richard (Margaret) Rain, Connie Poucette, Clara Rollinmud, Irvine (Linda) Rabbit, Harvey (Delphine) Rabbit, Tilda (Audley) Stephens, Kevin (Lola) Hunter Amy (Calvin) Thunder, Rosie (Darryl) Johnston, Mildred Rabbit, Julia House, Olive Rain, Charlie and Martha Latandre; great-grandmothers, Flora Rabbit, Joan, and Margaret Hunter, Lucy Poucette, Catherine Powderface, Marie (Rupert) Bull Bear; as well as numerous uncles, aunties, cousins, friend Kyle Labelle/Amos and more extended families from both sides; and family from, Bighorn, Ma-me-o-beach, Alexis, Duffield, and Eden Valley. We apologize if we have missed anyone. Wake Services will be held at the residence of Norman and Debbi Baptiste (Morley, AB) on Wednesday, April 1, 2009. Funeral Services will be held at the Morley United Church, (Morley, AB) on Thursday, April 2, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Kevin Hunter officiating. Graveside Service to follow at Chiniki Cemetery (Morley, AB). Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In living memory of Walter Twoyoungmen, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Cochrane Funeral Home, 369 RAILWAY STREET, COCHRANE. Telephone: (403) 932-4740.
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Damiano Nicola (Nick) Guzzardi, cherished husband of Sally, of Calgary. passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, March 30, 2009. Nick was born in San Demetrio, Italy. He was educated in Classical School in Italy before entering the University of Bari to study chemical engineering. When Nick came to Canada he honed his architectural and drafting skills. He was employed by Transalta Utilities until his early retirement. In retirement he continued to enjoy his favourite activities, hiking, travelling in North America, Europe and Hawaii, designing and building a sunroom and extending his greenhouse to facilitate the copious amounts of unusual plants and flowers. A life-long photographer and movie maker Nick enjoyed making family movies complete with narrative and appropriate music. His high standards of perfectionism ensured many masterpieces we’re left to enjoy. Nick was a multilingual, intelligent, articulate man who had high expectations of himself (and others). His enthusiasm, tenacity and an insatiable thirst for knowledge made vacations somewhat of a marathon! – a marathon of social studies, culture and appreciation for Natural beauty. Besides being a loving husband to Sally, Nick was the devoted father to Mara (Larry), Riccardo (Lolita), Clara (Damian), and David; grandfather to Megan, Trevor, Sophia and Romina. He is also survived by his siblings and their families in Calgary, USA and Italy. Nick was predeceased by his wife Eda in 1984. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at St. Luke’s Catholic Church (Corner of Northmount Drive & Northland Drive N.W.) on Thursday, April 2, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Luke’s Catholic Church (Corner of Northmount Drive & Northland Drive N.W.) on Friday, April 3, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. A Private Graveside Service will be held at Mary’s Cemetery. You may forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, c/o Tom Baker Cancer Centre for Cancer Research, 1331 – 29 Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 4N2 Telephone: (403) 521-3433 or to the Rosedale Hospice #920 – 7A Street NW, Calgary, AB T2M 3J3 Telephone: (403) 284 – 5195. The family would like to extend their sincere thanks and appreciation to all he staff at Rosedale Hospice who cared so attentively and compassionately for Nick. In living memory of Nick Guzzardi, 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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Nadia Motyka passed away on Monday, March 30, 2009 at the age of 93 years. Nadia leaves behind to celebrate her life, children Dan (Ruth); Alice; Harry (Audrey); daughter-in-law Christine; eight grandchildren; as well as fifteen great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Edward; son William; and grandson Stephen. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Gerard’s Catholic Church (8944 Elbow Drive S.W.) on Wednesday, April 1, 2009 at 11 a.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, donations may be made directly to the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada, 620 Colborne Street, Suite 301,London, Ontario N6B 3R9,www.braintumour.ca In living memory of Nadia Motyka, 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 a very heavy heart we announce the passing of Brenda Harradence on Friday March 27th, 2009 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Brenda and Bill met in their home of Regina Saskatchewan, and with both of their careers blossoming in HR, they sought the land of Alberta 22 years ago. Brenda had a long and illustrious career in the Oil and Gas industry in HR, along with her husband. Brenda loved to travel, spend time with her husband and son, and care for everyone around her. She will always be remembered for her cheerful, friendly, upbeat and positive attitude irrespective of the circumstances. Brenda approached life and her disease in the same way. Brenda is lovingly remembered and survived by her husband of twenty eight years, Bill; and her son, Joshua. She also leaves behind her brother Terry (Cheryl) Pawliw; her niece Robin (Steve) Stettner; her sister-in-law, Gloria Pawliw; nephew Riley Pawliw; brother-in-law Brian (Lynne) Harradence; her niece Kristine Harradence; and her mother-in-law Inez Harradence. Brenda also leaves behind a large extended family of aunts, uncles and cousins. Brenda will be sorely missed and never forgotten. A Celebration of Brenda’s Life will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S, Chapel of the Bells (2720 Centre Street North) on Thursday, April 2, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, Provincial Office, Sun Life Place, 710, 10123 – 99th Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 3H1 Telephone: 1(866) 412-4222. We would like to especially thank Scott Dowden and his staff, as well as all of the staff on Unit 47 at the Tom Baker Cancer Clinic. In living memory of Brenda Harradence 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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James Borden (Jim) Hume passed away peacefully at home on Friday March 27, 2009 at the age of 58 years.
Jim will be missed and remembered by his long-time partner Murlyne Fong; his children and their mother, Kate, David and Penny Hume; sister Joy Jackson (George) and brother Peter; he is also survived by parents-in-law Eric and Connie Morris; brother-in-law Chris Morris (Lorrie Keon); nieces Jemison Jackson (Ingo Abresch), Sarah Morris, Lynsey Keon; nephew Tyler Keon; and his grand-niece Isla Abresch. Jim was predeceased by his father Thomas, mother Mae and nephew Christopher.
Jim was born on November 6, 1950 in Halifax Nova Scotia, where his father was stationed as a naval Chief Petty Officer. The family settled in Calgary in 1959 where Jim completed his secondary schooling at Viscount Bennett High School (1967) and received a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Calgary (1972). He was admitted as a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in 1978.
In 1982, Jim was appointed the Executive Vice President of the Kahanoff Group of Companies and in 1990 he was appointed as its President and CEO. Under Jim’s direction, the Kahanoff Foundation earned recognition as a leader in the field of philanthropy in both Canada and Israel. For Jim, his work was the perfect job as it introduced him to countless creative and passionate people while working at the community crossroads of business, academic, political and community leadership. His own leadership and innovative thinking were sought after in the corporate and non-profit sectors alike, as evidenced by the many directorships that he held, including: Hudson’s Bay Company; Southwestern Resources Ltd.; Pembrook Resources Ltd.; Canada Israel Opportunity Fund; CBD Technologies Ltd.; Ecotrust Canada; Canada West Foundation; Alberta Performing Arts Stabilization Fund; United Way of Calgary; Philanthropic Foundations of Canada; Southern Alberta Institute of Technology; The Canadian Centre for Philanthropy; William Roper Hull Child and Family Services; YMCA Calgary and YMCA Canada. Jim’s accomplishments were also recognised through the receipt of various awards and honours, including: Institute of Chartered Accountants of Alberta – Distinguished Service Award; Fellow of Chartered Accountants; Queen’s Jubilee Medal; Canada 125 Anniversary Medal; and Alberta Venture Top 50 in Alberta. Amongst his accomplishments, Jim was particularly proud of his vision that led to the establishment of the Kahanoff Centre for Charitable Activities and his personal activities as an investor in several resource companies.
An incredibly devoted father, Jim fostered a love for sports in both of his children and was a dedicated athlete, having competed in triathlons and marathons locally and internationally, as well as relaxing while fly fishing, biking and skiing whenever time allowed. Music, travel, learning and reading were among his favourite pastimes. Jim was grateful for his phenomenal life.
A Memorial Service will be held at University of Calgary Rozsa Centre (2500 University Dr NW) on Wednesday, April 1 2009 at 2:30p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
If family and friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made in Jim’s honour to Ecotrust Canada, www.ecotrust.ca, a charity admired by Jim.
In living memory of Jim Hume, 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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