Archive for February, 2012
PATON, Hope Winnifred
PATON, Hope Winnifred
June 27, 1933 — February 23, 2012
Hope Paton of Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta passed away at Dickinsfield Care Center.
Hope is survived by daughter Lori Gaye; grandson’s Cody, Spencer and Joey (Caitlyn); grandaughter Toni (Kai) and great-grandaughter Chloe Hope; sister’s Laura Jordan of Regina, Joyce Benner (Elmer) of Kelowna. She was predeceased by daughter Donna Hope; son’s Blair, Kirk and Jay; the children’s father Garnet and special friend Ken Barber; sister’s Shirley, and Maxine; brother’s Dale and Lex.
A Funeral Service will be held on March 1, 2012 at First United Church, 10409–100 Avenue, Fort Saskatchewan at 2:00 p.m. with viewing at 1:00 p.m. Memorial donations to The Parkinson’s Society or the Edmonton Humane Society would be greatly appreciated. Gordon and Cindy Kadatz directors in care of arrangements.
BAZIN, Aubert Christian
BAZIN, Aubert Christian
March 20, 1932 — February 22, 2012
On Wednesday, February 22, 2012, Aubert of the Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta area went home to his Lord, at the age of 79 years.
Aubert will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 56 years, Odette; son Denis (Lori) Calgary, AB; son Daniel (Peggy) Barrie, On; son Gerard (Lisa) North Bay, On; daughter Louise (Roy) Adam Fort Saskatchewan, AB; son Marcel (Rosa) Calgary, AB; son Norman (Marlene) Edmonton, AB. Aubert will continue to live in the hearts of his 12 grandchildren, Christopher, Alexander, Nicole, Kevin, Michael, Chantel, Jacob (Kathyerina), Justin, Joseph, Marcello, William, Brooklynn; and one great-granddaughter Diana.
He is now reunited in Heaven with his daughters Dianne, Denise, Marie and Louise.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, February 27, 2012 at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church, 10004–101 Street, Fort Saskatchewan at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Lamoureux Cemetery. If so desired memorial donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice in memory of Aubert. Gordon and Cindy Kadatz directors in care of arrangements.
WOLFE, Jennifer
WOLFE, Jennifer
June 8, 1945 — February 23, 2012
Jennifer, a loving, passionate spirit and force of life, has passed away. She is survived by her partner Bob Comin, her brothers: Tim Wolfe (Kim Blindauer) of Atlanta, Georgia, Dick Wolfe (Joanne Koller) of Greenville, North Carolina, and Bob Wolfe (Linda Chaitt) of Israel; and her niece, Laura Wolfe of New York City, New York. Jennifer was predeceased by her parents, Bee and George Wolfe, and her brother, Stephen Wolfe.
Jennifer wove an extensive and colourful tapestry among her beloved family, dear friends and respected colleagues. She will be remembered as a skilled educator and thoughtful mentor to students and friends of all ages. She was generous in sharing her many passions; her love of the outdoors, her farm, her animals and riding, modern dance, gardening, new recipes, bread and cheese, movies and books as well as her photography. Her intelligence, curiosity and humour thrived on authentic conversation. She lived by her values, modeled commitment to social justice in her daily life and consistently stood up for her beliefs. Jennifer, forever open to new adventures, reminded us that it is always good to have options. She showed us how to create meaningful rituals and celebrate the breath of life. Our well loved Jennifer will be missed beyond measure.
Donations in Jennifer’s memory can be made to the Edmonton Community Foundation, 9910 — 103 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5K 2V7 or the Canadian Cancer Society, 1200 College Plaza, 8215 — 112 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 2C8.
WALTERS, William “Bill”
WALTERS, William “Bill“
September 17, 1927 — February 21, 2012
Bill went to be with his Lord and Saviour on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 after a courageous battle with cancer.
He will be lovingly remembered and missed by his wife of 63 years Linda; their children: Wayne (Dyllis), Shelley (Chris) Knight, and Val (Ken) Read; grandchildren Jared, Kris, Kristy and Andrew as well as extended relatives and a wide circle of friends.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, February 26, 2012 from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Serenity Funeral Service, 5311 — 91 Street, Edmonton, AB. A Memorial Service for Bill will take place on Monday, February 27, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. at Southside Pentecostal Assembly, 2821 — 109 Street, Edmonton, AB.
SIMPSON, Robert
SIMPSON, Robert
1925 — 2012
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Simpson. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Alice; sons Bart (Janet) and Stacy (Bernice); daughters Cindy (Doug) Brown and Karen (Graham) Watson; and his grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at Serenity Funeral Service — North Chapel, 10129 Princess Elizabeth Avenue, Edmonton.
SCHACKER, Leonard Clarence
SCHACKER, Leonard Clarence
April 15, 1929 — February 18, 2012
On Saturday, February 18, 2012, Leonard Clarence Schacker of Onoway, Alberta passed away at the age of 82 years. He is survived by his loving family: four sons and one daughter, six grandchildren, six great– grandchildren, three brothers and one sister.
As requested by Leonard, there will be no formal funeral service.
POTTS, Robert
POTTS, Robert (Bob)
July 26, 1921 — February 24, 2012
With sadness we announce the passing of Bob Potts of Holden. He is survived by his loving wife Nancy of 65 years, son Bob (Sharon) daughter Jillian, grandchildren Leanne (Joe), Kim, Deniene (Chris), Colin (Devra) and Cory. Missed by great-grandchildren Jordan, Quinn, Brooke, Nolan, Morgan, Megan and Alex. He was predeceased by son George in 1974.
Cremation has taken place and a private family interment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alberta Cancer Society, #201‑9452-51 Ave Edmonton, AB T6E 5A6 or the Alberta Arthritis Society, #307 10109–106 Street Edmonton AB T5J 3L7, in Bob’s name would be appreciated.
LAUZON, Tina
LAUZON, Tina
On February 19, 2012 Tina passed away peacefully at the age of 76.
Tina will be lovingly remembered by her husband Jim; sons: Robert, Douglas, Jack as well as numerous extended family members and friends.
Tina was predeceased by her parents John and Margaret; two sisters: Margaret and Mary and brother Bill.
Cremation has taken place and no formal service will be held.
In lieu of flowers donations in memory of Tina can be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation 10985 — 124 Street, Edmonton, AB T5M 0H9
GILLIS, Shelly Rae
GILLIS, Shelly Rae
May 30, 1961 — February 17, 2012
On February 17, 2012 our beloved Shelly passed away at the age of 50 years.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects on Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. and join in the Funeral Service to follow at 2:00 p.m. at Richmond Park Church, 9340 — 69 Avenue, Edmonton.
BUNKER, Cody Philip
BUNKER, Cody Philip
Suddenly, on February 19, 2012, Cody Bunker of Edmonton passed away at the age of 26 years.
Cody will be lovingly remembered by his mother Brenda Bunker; his father Ron Bunker and his partner Darlene Roberts and her children Richard and Ashley. Cody will be missed by his aunts Linda (Rod) Kadatz, Karen (Mike) Chevette, uncle Bob (Stacey) Bunker, eight cousins and their families. Cody will also be missed by his grandfather Stan Tripp and his aunts: Cindy and her children Kyle and Jayden; Cheryl (Gary) Storey and their children Jayme, Warren (Brandy) and Angela (Dale).
Cody’s loss will leave a large void in the lives of his numerous friends. He was predeceased by his paternal grandmother Hertha and grandfather Phil, his maternal grandmother Louise Tripp and aunt Marcia Tripp.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 22, 2012 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Serenity Funeral Service, 5311 — 91 Street. A celebration of Cody’s life will be held on Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at the Richmond Park Church, 9340 — 69 Avenue.
If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation, 10985 — 124 Street, Edmonton, AB T5M 0H9.
BERUBE, Peter
BERUBE, Peter (Pierre-Eugene)
October 31, 1926 — February 23, 2012
It is with great sadness that the family of Peter Berube announces his passing on February 23, 2012 at the age of 85 years.
He is survived and will be lovingly remembered by his daughters: Colette (Rodger) Bergsmann, Gisele (Darrin) Drall, Rosanne (Brian) Pisesky; his grandchildren: Nicole, Matthew, Curtis, Danielle, Kelsea and Ashleigh; his sister Claudette (Walter) Gensler, special niece Denise Masterson, as well as numerous relatives and friends.
Peter was predeceased by his loving wife Mildred, his brothers Raymond and Maurice and his sisters Germaine and Marguerite.
Prayers will be held on Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Vital Catholic Church in Beaumont, AB. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Vital Catholic Church with Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Peter may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society (Research), #201, 9452–51 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T6E 5A6.
ANDRICK, Steven
ANDRICK, Steven
On Monday, February 20, 2012 Steven Andrick of Lamont, AB passed away at the age of 79 years.
Steven is survived by cousins: Daisy Gregory, Stanley, Johnny and Frankie Jacobs and special cousin Doug Gregory as well as three nieces, two nephews and numerous relatives and friends.Steven was predeceased by his sister Effie Hewko.
Respecting Steven’s wishes no Funeral Service will be held.
Memorial donations may be made to Canadian Diabetes Association, Suite 1010, Royal Bank Bldg. 10117 Jasper Avenue NW Edmonton, AB T5J 1W8.
ADAM, Otto Erich
ADAM, Otto Erich (age 89)
October 31, 1922 — February 25, 2012
Born in Poland as one of ten siblings and of eight to immigrate in the 50’s, he married Ilse Wutzke in 1960 and is preceded in death by his youngest son Roland. He leaves behind six siblings; sons Ruben and Ryan; his companion of his last seven years Annie Schnuerer and a vast close circle of friends and relatives.
He will also be missed as Opa to six grand and step-grandchildren, and three great– grandchildren. Known as a tireless worker and dedicated friend to all who knew him, he was “honest, just and fair”. A foreman in metal fabrication/installation, he had an amazing talent to build almost anything and was always first to offer help.
An Open-House celebration of his life will be on Saturday, March 3, 2012 in the Social– Room at 2750–55 street, Edmonton, between 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
MUNROE, Victoria
MUNROE, VictoriaIt is with deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of Victoria Anne Munroe (nee Yuzwenko), born in Edmonton, Alberta on May 24, 1932.
She is survived by her daughters: Deborah (Victor) Kozak and Linda Orosco (Glen); her son Terry (Bev) Paulhus; grandchildren Alysha Kozak (Sheldon), Andrew (Jayna) Kozak, Anna, William and Peter Orosco, Reid, Trey, and Drake Paulhus, and great– grandsons Ethan and Jake Kozak. Victoria was predeceased by her husband, Ben, brothers Bill and John, and nephew Bob. She is survived by her sister Mary and brother Mike, and numerous nieces and nephews. Victoria will be missed dearly and her memory will be cherished forever.
The family wishes to express sincere gratitude to the staff at the Jasper Place Continuing Care Center for their care and compassion. Respecting her wishes, cremation has taken place and no funeral or memorial service will be held.
JONAS, James Richard
JONAS, James RichardBorn July 27, 1946 in Brooks Alberta, to Elmire and James Jonas.
Passed peacefully the morning of February 20, 2012 after a long and courageous battle with cancer with his loving wife Angie by his side.
Jim, we thought you were so amazing and strong.
Jim’s interests included family, friends, the great outdoors (loved ROUGHING it in his 40ft 5th wheel), telling stories of his past by the camp fire, quading with his seven grandchildren and had a great interest in classic cars. Jim loved children and was affectionately known as “Jimmy” in the neighbourhood.
Jim will be fondly remembered by his wife of 43 years; his three daughters: Tammy (Albert), Pamela (Darren) and Jamie (Jason); seven grandchildren: Braeden, Ashley, Michael, Sarah, Jolene, Breanna and Megan; three sisters Donna (Andy), Debbie (Tim), Carol (Merlin); two brothers: Keith and Bruce (Debbie); two brother-in-laws:Tony (Gloria), Emil (Adeline); numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his infant son James Anthony, his parents James and Elmire, sister Anita and nephews Bradley and Brian.
The family would like to thank the staff and doctors at the Cross Cancer Institute for all their kindness and compassion in caring for Jim (Dad).
A celebration on Jim’s life will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at Serenity Funeral Service North Chapel 10129 Princess Elizabeth Avenue, Edmonton, AB.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society # 201, 9452 — 51 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T6E 5A6.
KNITTLE, Calvin Richard
Calvin KNITTLE
IAFOLLA, Alfonso Eugenio
IAFOLLA, Alfonso EugenioOctober 26, 1947 — February 18, 2012
After a brief battle with cancer Al passed away in Edmonton at the age of 64 years.
Al will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed by his children: Simone and Claudio Iafolla and their mother Dorianne Vincent; twins Emma and Eugenio Iafolla and their mother Sylvie Lafreniere; his grandson Zidane Ali and father Riaz Ali; and his very special friend Amelia Reddy. Al is also survived by sisters: Beatrice (Umberto) Sciore, Catherine Harradence (Bob Hornes); nephews: Vinicio (Loris), Paul and Rod Jr.; great-nephews: Steven and Marco, all from Calgary. Al was predeceased by his parents Achille and Emma Iafolla.
A Prayer Service will be held on Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 8:00 p.m., at Santa Maria Goretti, 9110 — 110 Avenue where a Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, February 24 at 10:30 a.m.
LUBBERTS, Paulus Johannes
LUBBERTS, Paulus JohannesAugust 15, 1921 — February 22, 2012
On February 22, Paul died as he lived, with strength and dignity.
Paul was born in Amsterdam, The Netherlands and spent his boyhood with his parents in the Netherlands. As a young man, he was valiant in the underground resistance during WWII and played a part in saving lives and liberating his country. He remained in hiding and eluded capture for the entire duration of the war. When the war ended, he enlisted in the Royal Dutch Marines and served in active combat in Indonesia for four years.
Paul left Indonesia in 1953, and he immigrated from the Netherlands to Canada with a wife and two children in 1954, settling in Edmonton, Alberta. He went on to have two more children in Canada. Over the next 35 years, he worked in the oil industry and for the Federal government, and his productivity contributed significantly to the well being of his family and to Canadian society.
After his retirement at age 65, Paul enjoyed gardening, camping, fishing and just “tramping through the woods.” He loved dancing and music, and spent many evenings at the Canadian legion. In his aging years, Paul lived in Leduc in his own home until his death. The strength of character and determination that permeated his entire life is especially attested to by his heroic recovery from a terrible accident at age 84 during which he sustained many broken bones and internal damage and for which he remained in hospital for 52 weeks. Paul subsequently walked again and returned to live in his own home.
Paul is survived by this brother Hans (Irene) Lubberts and his sister Tineke (Theo) Lubberts, as well as numerous nieces and nephews in the Netherlands, his four loving children Joanna Lubberts and Marijke Mercredi of Leduc, Paul Lubberts Jr. of Edmonton, and Irene Hanson of Viking, Alberta, eleven grandchildren, and seven great– grandchildren who can proudly carry his blood on into the future, and last, but not least, his loyal companion and guardian angel, Zena. Paul is predeceased by his parents Stephanus and Jacoba Lubberts, and two sisters Nel and Magdalena in the Netherlands.
The family wishes to extend our love and deep gratitude to Paul’s caregiver, Irish Ann Cubacub without whom Paul’s final years would have been less joyful and fulfilling. Many community partners supported Paul and his family in his care, and sincere thanks are extended to Dr. Tim Trofimuk and the staff of the Griffith’s Clinic, Marnie and staff of the Leduc Medicine Shoppe, Leduc Home Care, and the wonderful staff of We Care, including Christina, Sharon, Victoria, Linda, Cameron, Anna, and many others.
This honourable man will be waked in his own home at #2, 4420 — 47 Street, Leduc, starting Friday, February 24 at noon and ending with a service in his home on Sunday, February 26 at 10:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome to attend at any time during the course of the wake and refreshments/coffee will be available, as well as join the family in a meal following the service on Sunday. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that in memory of Paul please do an act of kindness for a fellow human.
ZIEBER, Ruth
ZIEBER, Ruth
November 23, 1937 — February 16, 2012
Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and dear friend Ruth, peacefully went home in her sleep, surrounded by family on February 16, 2012.
Ruth was greeted in Heaven by her mom and dad, and leaves behind those who will miss her dearly including her husband of 49 years, Walter; sons, Doug (Tina), Terry; daughter, Christy (Derek) Adams; grandchildren, Nathan, Jillian, Brittani; three sisters, Sally, Evangeline and MaryAnne; two brothers, Paul and David.
A celebration of her life will be held at 12 noon, Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at Mill Creek Christian Assembly, 8926 — 83 Avenue, Edmonton.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to: www.lifetoday.org or www.slm-balkans.org .
WIER, Eva May
WIER, Eva May
On February 17, 2012 May Wier was called Home to be with her Lord and Saviour at the age of 89 years.
May is lovingly remembered by her six children: David, Eve, Bronwen, Lorna (Ben), John (Pennie), Marcia (Kevin); twelve grandchildren and thirteen great– grandchildren. May is survived by her brother Albert (Muriel) Hancock and his family. She was predeceased by her first husband Malcolm Jack and her second husband Tom Wier and her brother Bill Hancock.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Serenity Funeral Service, 5311 — 91 Street, Edmonton, AB. May will be laid to rest at Evergreen Memorial Gardens, 16102 Fort Road, Edmonton, AB, on Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at 11:30 a.m. A Celebration of May’s life will follow at 1:00 p.m. at the Church of Abundant Life, 7676 Wagner Road N.W., Edmonton, AB, with Pastor Eve Bassett officiating.
If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the EL SHADDI Children’s Home in Thailand, which May supported for years. Donations may be made out to World Missions Continuum.