Serenity Funeral Service

STEWART, Richard (Dick)

serenity — Thu, 17 May 2012 21:38:48 +0000

STEWART, Richard (Dick), A.
December 16, 1941 – May 14, 2012
Dick passed away on Monday, May 14, 2012 with his wife and children by his side.
Dick is survived by: his loving wife Judi; son Scott and daughter Chelsea; grandchildren Mitchell and Camryn; brothers Donald and Edward; sisters Jeanne (Keith) Hannan, Margaret Jensen, Dorothy Lapp and Wendy (Ian) Macrae; and sisters-in-law Mardi Thorson and Shirley (Art) Piper. Also survived by his very dear life-long friend Ron Tarr.
Predeceased by his parents Donald and Margaret; his parents-in-law Earl and Elsie West; his brothers-in-law Patrick West, Dick Thorson, Jim Scott and Ben Jensen; and his sisters-in-law Beth Scott and Sharon Stewart. In respect of Dick’s wishes, there will be no services. Cremation and inurnment will be private.
Memorials in Dick’s name should be made to the Cross Cancer Institute, Edmonton, AB or any animal shelter agency. No flowers please.

RATTAI, Elizabeth

serenity — Thu, 17 May 2012 21:24:37 +0000

RATTAI, Elizabeth
On Sunday, May 13, 2012 Elizabeth Rattai (nee Bechtloff) passed away peacefully at Shepherd’s Care in Edmonton.
She is survived by her husband, Gordon Rattai, and her three children: Carolyn (Peter) Mittelstadt, Dennis (Sheri) and Darlene (Hugh) Tyndall, and her grandchildren, Shawn (Monica), Jamie, Jodi, Courtney (Brady) Fishbook and Matthew.
Elizabeth was born on September 23, 1928 in Poland. She immigrated to Canada with her family on July 19, 1929 and they settled in Richdale, Alberta. Elizabeth accepted the Lord at an early age and later she followed God’s call to Bible College in Winnipeg, Manitoba, where she met Gordon Rattai. They were married on June 24, 1948. Together, they pastored various churches, (Moosehorn, MN, Leduc, Calgary, Edmonton, and Vancouver, B.C.) Elizabeth Rattai was an active participant in music, Christian education and women’s ministries. She accompanied her husband on tours to Europe, Israel and Brazil. She was well known for her gracious gift of hospitality, cooking many delicious meals for pastors and others. After retiring from the ministry in 1983, Elizabeth kept busy being an essential part in her children and grandchildren’s lives. They have wonderful memories of her delicious perogies and the great times spent with her. Her talents in gardening, decorating/sewing, meal preparation and entertaining, made her a gifted homemaker. She was ever ready to serve and help whenever called upon. Elizabeth was an incredible woman of both physical strength and unwavering spiritual conviction. Her children and grandchildren “rise up and called her blessed”. We will miss you Mom and Grandma.
A celebration of Elizabeth’s life will be held at South Side Pentecostal Church, on Monday, June 4, 2012 at 1:30 p.m.

MULLIGAN, David Lawrence

serenity — Thu, 17 May 2012 21:21:41 +0000

MULLIGAN, David Lawrence Edgar
David (Otter) passed away peacefully on May 12, 2012 in Edmonton with his family at his side.
David is survived by his loving wife Marjorie Smith of 30 years; his daughter Shauna Amber Mulligan; mother Thelma; sisters: Diane Rooker, Thora (Gary) Dorn and Caroline Sullivan; brother Phillip Mulligan as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. David is predeceased by his father Weldon Pritchard Mulligan.
David is now at peace and in the arms of the Goddess.
A Memorial Service will take place on Thursday, May 17, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at Serenity Funeral Service North Chapel, 10129 Princess Elizabeth Avenue, Edmonton, AB. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of David to the Edmonton Humane Society.

MACKAY, Edmund David

serenity — Thu, 17 May 2012 21:19:28 +0000

MACKAY, Edmund David
The family of Edmund Mackay announces his quiet passing on the morning of May 12, 2012, four days prior to his 73 birthday.
“Uncle” is survived by his loving family; sister– in-law Sonia Mackay and her children, Janine and Trent Whiting, Jonathan and Colleen Mackay, Gary and Nerissa Mackay and Alayna and Michael Yarmuch; his loving sister and friend Bernadette and Greg Kroening and their children, Jennifer and Scott MacKenzie, Chris and Kristy Kroening, Heather (Marc– Julien Objois) Kroening and Karen (Louis Langdeau) Kroening. Edmund was blessed with 15 great-nieces and nephews.
Edmund is now re-united with his parents Joseph and Verna Mackay and his brothers Bernard and Theodore.
The family wish to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff of the Dr. Gerald Zetter Care Centre, and Unit #52 at the Royal Alexandra Hospital for their compassionate and loving care of Edmund.
We invite all to attend a celebration of Edmund’s life at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 16, at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, Skaro, Alberta (Junction of SH831 and Hwy 45), with Father Chris Gnanaprakasam as the celebrant. Interment to follow at the Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Our Lady of Good Counsel Church or the Dr. Gerald Zetter Care Centre. Gordon and Cindy

FUNSTON, David Bernard

serenity — Thu, 17 May 2012 21:09:04 +0000

FUNSTON, David Bernard
March 4, 1948 — May 10, 2012
On May 10, with a family member on either side holding his hands, Dave left this life on earth.
He was predeceased by his mother Kay, father-in-law Cam, newborn grandchildren Naya and Cash.
To carry on without him are Vicki, Shannon (Janice, Autumn, Edan), Shelly (Carey, Zoe), his father Bern, two sisters Lynda and Charlotte, two brothers Gerry and Bernie (their families), mother-in-law Alice, two sisters-in-law Teri and Kathi, four brothers-in– law John, Alan, Marc and Brad (their families) as well as other family members and close friends.
A special thanks to the staff at Hardisty Care Centre for their compassion and kindness.
Cremation has taken place. At Dave’s request, there will be no formal services. Internment to be held later.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Stollery Childrens Foundation or the S.P.C.A.
Give thanks to the Lord for the life that was Dave.

BROWN, Derek Evan

serenity — Thu, 17 May 2012 21:01:24 +0000

BROWN, Derek Evan
Derek Brown of Edmonton, Alberta passed away on May 14, 2012.
Derek was predeceased by his brother Don and son Brooks. He also leaves behind his wife Caroline; son Jason (Jeannine); his siblings: David (Betty), Constance, and Noel (Marlene); sister-in-law Ruth and aunt Jean, as well as cousins, nieces, nephews, friends and employees.
No flowers please. A private family celebration of Derek’s Life will take place at a later date.
“DO A RANDOM ACT OF KINDNESS”

ALGER, Gordon F.

serenity — Thu, 17 May 2012 20:58:38 +0000

ALGER, Gordon F.
Gordon went to be with his Lord on May 14, 2012 at the age of 76.
He is survived by Grace, his loving wife of 51 years; his children: Grant (Wendy), Darrel (Linda) and Sheryl; his grandchildren: Alyssa, Joshua, Marcus, Bailey, Benjamin and Jessica; his brother Barry (Rita); as well as extended relatives and beloved friends. Gordon is predeceased by his parents Anna and Fred Alger.
A Funeral Service will take place on Friday, May 18, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. located at Sherwood Park Alliance Church, 1011 Clover Bar Road, Sherwood Park, AB. A Graveside Service will follow at Glenwood Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Food for the Hungry Canada.

MAHL, Bruno Erwin

serenity — Thu, 17 May 2012 15:15:08 +0000

MAHL, Bruno Erwin
January 29, 1939 — May 12, 2012
Born in Germany, Bruno grew up in British Columbia. He started his career with the Banff National Park Warden Service where he met the love of his life, Moira.
Bruno passed away after a courageous two year battle with lung cancer.
Bruno was a compassionate and loving husband and father, devoted to his family and friends.
Bruno is survived by wife Moira; sons: Mark and Trevor Mahl, Erwin and Cory Jones (Kelowna). granddaughters Taylor and Sarah (Mahl); brother Peter and nephew Stephen (Pelikan), sister-in-law Irene (Brausse), and relatives in Germany, US, and UK.
The family wish to thank the Palliative Home Care Team (Kingsway).
A Celebration of Bruno’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m, Friday, May 18th, 2012 at Christ Church 12116 – 102nd Avenue, Edmonton, AB.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Humane Society, or charity of choice.

BOLTON, Jeanne “Nanny”

serenity — Tue, 15 May 2012 18:44:39 +0000

Jeanne Anne Theodorine Theresa Bolton “Nanny”

Nanny was born November 3, 1934 in Lloydminster, Saskatchewan to Aurelie and Paul Fournier. She lived in New Sarepta with her parents and siblings Phyllis, Aime and Linda until she married Cecile Ray Bolton on September 4, 1951 in Edmonton, Alberta. They built a beautiful life together on their farm in New Sarepta with their children Janice, David and Theresa.

Nanny was incredibly dedicated to her faith, family and friends. She was always the voice of reason and she will be remembered for her infectious laugh and quirky humor. She knew every nursery rhyme and loved to sing to the oldies. She was a huge hockey fan and some of her favorite activities were teaching her grandchildren how to camp and fish. She was also well known for her special “grandchild ear bite”.

She is survived by her husband Ray, sister Phyllis, children Janice (Remi) and Theresa, grandchildren Kathleen (Rob), Tammy (Patrick), Brent, Elaina (Mike), Nathan (Andrea), Paul, great-grandchildren Tyler, Brooke, Grace and Hudson. Nanny was predeceased by her sister Linda, brother Aime, parents Aurelie and Paul, and son David.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, May 18, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 5105 – 45A Street, Leduc, Alberta, with Rev. Leo Hofmann officiating. Interment will follow at the Millet Cemetery.

LANE, Gladys Magalena

serenity — Fri, 11 May 2012 22:44:54 +0000

LANE, Gladys Magalena
On May 6, 2012 Gladys Lane of Edmonton passed away peacefully at the age of 66 years.
As per Gladys’ wishes no formal funeral service will be held. A graveside service will be held at St. Michael’s Cemetery 13819–82 Street, Edmonton on Monday, May 14, 2012 at 2:00 p.m.
Memorial donations may be made to the Grey Nuns Palliative Care Unit c/o Caritas Hospital Foundation, 3C60, 11111 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton AB T5K 0L4.