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BREWER - John Robert Brewer of Chilliwack, B.C., passed away at the Milk River Hospital on Saturday, April 14, 2001 at the age of 59 years. John is survived by his wife of thirty-nine years, Bette Lou Brewer; daughter Teresa Marie Rains (Lonnie) of Warner; son Bruce Aldon Brewer (Patty Halvorsen) of Calgary; grandchildren
, Toni Marie Klein, Robert Micheal John Klein, Garret Robert Brewer, Zachary Bruce Brewer; and step-grandchildren, Kyle Robert Rains and Garrett Kenneth Rains. John is also survived by his mother Elma Brewer of Rocky Mountain House; brother Richard Charles Brewer of Rocky Mountain House; and sister Judy Marie Turner of High River; as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by his father Robert M. Brewer. John was born in Calgary. He served in the RCAF, and was an electrician for B.C. Hydro for twenty years. John was loving and devoted to his family, friends, and job. He will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him. A Memorial Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, on Wednesday April 18 at 2:00 p.m. Memorial donations in John's name may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada, No. 238, 2116 - 27 Avenue N.E., T2E 7A6. Honoured to serve the family, CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORIUM, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1. Telephone: 1-403-381-7777.
BURNS - Myrtle Burns passed away at the Rockyview Hospital on March 5, 2001, after a short illness at the age of 83 years. Myrt was a long-time, well-respected employee of Canadian Bakeries, the only job in her working career. Myrt loved her job and she knew it well. She was also an ardent supporter of Calgary activities, a dart enthusiast, and a pin collector. Myrtle is survived by a sister and brother-in-law, Leta and Ernie Woods; a niece Melanie Jansen; two nephews, Patrick and Dennis and Mary-Anne Walsh; as well as grandnieces and grandnephews, Todd, Courtenay, Carly, Brittany, Aaron, and Kylie. She was predeceased by her parents, Arthur and Isabella Burns, and infant sister Violet. Memorial Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Park Memorial Chapel", (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.), on Wednesday, April 18, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. with the Rev. Jim Elliott of First Alliance Church officiating. Graveside Service at Eden Brook Memorial Gardens. To e-mail expressions of sympathy: condolences@mcinnisandholloway.com, subject heading: Myrtle Burns. A special thanks to the Jalving family for the many acts of thoughtfulness and kindness shown over many years. Thanks also to the staff and many friends at Trinity Lodge. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Alberta Children's Hospital, 1820 Richmond Road S.W., Calgary, Alberta T2T 5C7 (Telephone 403-229-7079), or to the charity of the donor's choice. In living memory of Myrtle Burns, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES "Park Memorial Chapel", 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W., CALGARY. Telephone: 403-243-8200.
CHITTICK - Dolena (Dolly) Hazel Chittick (nee MacKenzie) died on Sunday, April 15, 2001 after a brief illness at the age of 90 years. Survived by her son John (Olya) of Gibsons, BC; her daughter Elizabeth (Donald) McPhail of Calgary; four granddaughters, six great-grandsons; and two sisters, Bernie Axford of Stettler, AB, and Grace Raeburn of Winnipeg, MB. She was predeceased by her husband Harvey in 1978. At the time of her death, Dolena resided in Calgary, prior to that she was a resident in Leduc, Vancouver and White Rock. No Service will be held by request of the deceased. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorial donations may be made in Dolena's memory directly to the C.N.I.B. (15 Colonel Baker Place N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 4Z3) or the charity of your choice. Condolences may be e-mailed to the family c/o leydens@telusplanet.net, subject heading: Chittick family. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOME. Telephone: 228-4422.
CHRISTIE - Gary Christie, beloved husband of Erika Christie of Calgary, passed away at home on Thursday, April 12, 2001, after a short battle with cancer, at the age of 60 years. Besides his loving wife, Gary is survived by a son Michael Christie and his fiancee Geri; two stepsons, Rick and Allan Hundt; two grandchildren, Corrie and Shelby; his mother Shirley Christie of Vernon, B.C.; brother Dennis Christie of Ontario; and two little girls, Brittany and Ashleigh held close to his heart. He was predeceased by his father Wilfred Christie in 1962, Marie Ann in 1984, his younger brother David in 1991, and his daughter Kathy in 2000. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Fish Creek Chapel", (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Friday, April 20, 2001 at 3:00 p.m. To e-mail expressions of sympathy: condolences@mcinnisandholloway.com, subject heading: Gary Christie. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 215 - 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, Alberta T2G 1A2. In living memory of Gary Christie, 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.
CLARK - Walter Charles Clark, beloved husband of Rose Clark of Redcliff, Alberta, passed away in Medicine Hat on April 14, 2001, at the age of 74 years. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Eastside Memorial Chapel", (5388 Memorial Drive N.E.) on Wednesday, April 18, 2001, at 10:30 a.m. Graveside Service to follow at Mountain View Memorial Gardens. To e-mail expressions of sympathy: condolences@mcinnisandholloway.com, subject heading: Walter Clark. Arrangements in care of McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES "Park Memorial Chapel", 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Telephone: 403-243-8200.
DARGON - Nellie Dargon passed away suddenly on Friday, April 13, 2001 at Spruce Lodge, at almost 87 years of age. Nellie was born in Isleworth, England and emigrated to Canada, Easter Weekend, thirty years ago. Nellie was predeceased by her husband Thomas Edward Dargon in 1970. She is survived by her two daughters and sons-in-law, Sheila and Gerry Newton, and Brenda and Martin Schoenfeld; three grandchildren, Julia (Bill) Sochor, Edward Newton, and Robert (Lisa) Newton; and six great-grandchildren, Curtis and Matthew, Krista and Keal, Brittany and Kaitlin. The family wish to extend their thanks to the staff at Spruce Lodge and also her prior residence, Bow Valley Lodge. Sincere thanks to Dr. Chopra for thirty years of care and attention and also to Dr. DeVries and Nurse Kathy Gates. Nellie will be missed by all her family and many friends who knew her. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Southern Alberta Post-Polio Support Society, 7 - 11 Street N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 4Z2. Memorial Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Park Memorial Chapel", (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.), today, April 17, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. To e-mail expressions of sympathy: condolences@mcinnisandholloway.com, subject heading: Nellie Dargon. In living memory of Nellie Dargon, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES "Park Memorial Chapel", 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W., CALGARY. Telephone: 403-243-8200.
DEINES - We, the children of Flora Deines (nee MacCalder), wish to announce the passing of our mother. Mom had a heroic battle with breast cancer, which ended peacefully at home with family on Easter Sunday, April 15, 2001. Daughter of Neil and Sarah MacCalder, Flora was born May 7, 1919 in Collingwood, Ontario. The family arrived in Alberta in 1930. Calgary was home to Flora, her husband and children, Murray (Lesley), Mel (Mary Anne), Wayne (Phyllis), Allan (Joelle) and Joy Seip (Robert). Flora will be missed by her grandchildren, Kerrie Reay (Robert), Keith (Tracy), Kelly (Claire), Steven, Ian (Patti), Kevin, Curtis (Shari), Todd, Justin Seip; and great-granddaughters, Pamela, Ashley and Kara Deines. Flora's siblings left to grieve are Donald (Myrtle), Doug, Mary Uttley (Jack), Morley (Marge); sisters-in-law, Helene and Margaret MacCalder. Flora was predeceased by her parents, siblings, beloved Fernie, Allan and Jack, sisters-in-law, Ester and Lois, daughter-in-law Eileen, grandson Kurt. A Celebration of Flora's life will be held in the Chapel of MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday, April 18, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation in Flora's name can be made directly to Tom Baker Cancer Centre (1331 - 29 Street N.W., Calgary, Alberta T2N 4N2). To e-mail expressions of sympathy: mountainviewfuneral@telusplanet.net, subject heading: Flora Deines. Arrangements entrusted to MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME and Cemetery, 17 Avenue S.E. at Garden Road (1.5 km East of 84 Street S.E.). Telephone: 403-272-5555.
DEVITT - John Willis "Jack". Peacefully on Saturday, April 7, 2001, surrounded by members of his family, at A.R. Goudie Eventide Home, Kitchener, in his 90th year. Husband of the late Susanna Devitt (de Neef) (1991); dear father of Stan Devitt and his wife Diane of Waterloo, and Clyde Devitt of Calgary, Alberta. Cherished grandfather of Deanna and Craig Devitt. Survived by his brother Don Devitt of Black Diamond, Alberta; and by his sisters-in-law, Isabel Devitt and Anneke Bliek, both of Calgary, Alberta. Predeceased by his parents, John Samuel Devitt and Effie Devitt (Youngs); his brother Howard Devitt and his sister Nellie Gillis. Special thanks to Diane Devitt for all her care and attention over the years, and to all the staff of the A.R. Goudie Eventide Home for their love and kindness during Jack's last few months. Jack was born on April 14, 1911 at Strongfield, Saskatchewan. He was a veteran of World War II, during which he met his wife Suus in The Netherlands. She joined him in Turner Valley, Alberta, in 1948 after the war, where he began trucking. He founded Devitt Transport Ltd. in 1957 and was active in oil field hauling and a respected member of the Trucking Association through to his retirement to High River, Alberta in 1976. In 1998 he moved to Waterloo to be with family. A celebration of Jack's life will take place at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 18, 2001 at Mount Zion Lutheran Church, 29 Westmount Road, Waterloo, the Rev. Mark Harris officiating. This will be followed, at a date yet to be determined, by a Memorial Service in Alberta. Cremation has taken place. As expressions of sympathy, memorial contributions to A.R. Goudie Eventide Home or to the Friends of Kananaskis Country, can be made by contacting the EDWARD R. GOOD FUNERAL HOME. Telephone: 1-519-745-8445.
DOXEY - Ruth Merrill Tanner Walker Doxey, passed away surrounded by her family, in Lethbridge on Sunday, April 15, 2001 at the age of 80 years. She was born in Cardston on October 7, 1920 and was raised in the Hill Spring and Cardston area. She attended the University of Alberta in Edmonton where she received a BSc and then went to Washington State University in Pullman, Washington where she received a Masters degree. She married Clifford Ross Walker in 1946 in Oakland, California and raised a family of four boys and one girl in Calgary. In 1972 she received a PhD in nutritional science from the University of Wisconsin and then taught at BYU in Provo, Utah until 1981. She served as a member of the Relief Society General Board of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 1972 to 1984. Following the death of Clifford Ross Walker in 1975, she married Roy Watkins Doxey in 1986 in Salt Lake City, Utah. In 1987 she and her husband served a mission in London, England and following his death in 1992 she served two more missions, one in New Zealand and another in Winnipeg. She moved to Cardston in 1995 where she lived until her death. She was predeceased by her husbands, Clifford Ross Walker and Roy Watkins Doxey, a son Merrill Peter Walker, and a granddaughter Sarah Brown Olson. She is survived by four of her children, Thomas (Linda) of Vancouver, Wayne (Laura) of Calgary, John (Jeanette) of Tucson, Arizona and Carolyn (Tom Olson) of Bragg Creek, Alberta; twenty-nine grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and four sisters. The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Temple Street Chapel, Cardston, Alberta on Wednesday, April 18 at 11:00 a.m. with Bishop Ralph W. Salmon officiating. Friends may meet the family at the Church from 10:00 to 10:40 a.m. prior to the Service. Interment will be in the East Lawn Memorial Gardens, Provo, Utah. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Perpetual Education Fund, c/o Cardston 5th Ward, P.O. Box 517, Cardston, Alberta, T0K 0K0. SALMON FUNERAL HOME, Cardston, assisting the family. Telephone: 1-403-653-3844.
FISHER - Mary. It is with great sadness that the family of Mary Fisher announces her passing on Friday, April 13, 2001 at the age of 87 years. Mary was born on October 12, 1913 near Dundurn, Saskatchewan and came from a family of six brothers and two sisters, of which she was the only surviving member. Mary was dedicated to her family all of her life and will be deeply missed by her children, Ivan, Morris (Georgette), Jessie (Duane) Carrol, Buddie, Gloria (Neil) Steiger, Gary (Joyce); as well as eighteen grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren. Mary is also survived by many other family members and dear friends. She was predeceased by her husband Pat in 1982, two sons, James and Amie and grandsons John and Vince. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 17, 2001 at PIERSON'S FUNERAL HOME, 4121 - 17 Avenue S.E. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 18, 2001 at St. Anthony's Catholic church, 5340 - 4 Street S.W. The family extends their sincere appreciation to Dr. A.A. Wilkie and to the staff of Chinook Care Centre for the care and love given to Mom during her illness. Flowers are gratefully declined. If desired donations may be given in Mary's memory to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 1823 Park Road S.E. Calgary, Alberta T2G 3Y6. Funeral arrangements in care of Sean J. Staddon, PIERSON'S FUNERAL SERVICE. Telephone: 235-3602.
FITZMARTYN - (Melina) June Fitzmartyn passed away suddenly at the Foothills Hospital on Friday, April 13, 2001 at the age of 73 years. Born on June 17, 1927 in Cheshire, England, she moved to Calgary in February 1949 to marry. Her husband Harold predeceased her. She is survived by her three children, her son Peter Fitzmartyn (Susan); daughters, Gail (Tim) Harrison and Carol Wasut; grandchildren, Carrie (Mark) Mallett, Karie Wasut, June-Marie Innes-Fitzmartyn, Todd and Ryan Harrison, Kellan Fitzmartyn and Don and Stephanie Dennis; one sister-in-law Mary Lane of Victoria; and one nephew Dennis Fitzmartyn. Throughout her life, she was an active and enthusiastic gardener, accompanied by a menagerie of animals. Her love of life and the outdoors was passed to those around her. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Calgary Humane Society (S.P.C.A.), 1323 - 36 Avenue N.E., Calgary, Alberta T2E 6T6 (Telephone 403-250-7722 Ext. 309). Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Park Memorial Chapel", (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.), on Thursday, April 19, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. Graveside Service to follow at St. Mary's Cemetery. To e-mail expressions of sympathy: condolences@mcinnisandholloway.com, subject heading: June Fitzmartyn. In living memory of June Fitzmartyn, a tree will be planted at Nose Creek Valley by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES "Park Memorial Chapel", 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W., CALGARY. Telephone: 403-243-8200.
GOULD - Ed (Edwin Orrin) died April 13, 2001. Author of fourteen books in his own name and eight in others, Ed was a veteran journalist and teacher, born February 26, 1932 in Turner Valley, Alberta. He is survived by son Jay (Brenda), Calgary; sisters, Norma (Peter) Smith, Richmond, B.C., Sandra (Ken) Pruden, Aldergrove, B.C., Eleanor (Urquart) MacLellan, Cultus Lake, B.C.; brothers, Marvin (Sandy), Green Lake, B.C., Larry (Mona), Fort St. John, B.C.; and numerous nieces, nephews and grandchildren. Ed wrote thousands of articles for magazines and newspapers, and for films and television in Canada, the U.S. and U.K. He worked for Canadian Press and Broadcast News, The Victoria Times, the Weekly Victorian, and contributed for many years to the Vancouver Sun. Ed loved to travel and came home with ideas for books and articles. He taught journalism and fiction at Camosun College in Victoria and at various schools in Coquitlam, Vancouver and West Vancouver. He was a founding member of Vancouver and District New Jazz Society, The Writers Union of Canada, and a founder of AIRSPACE (the society for protecting the rights of non-smokers). He was president of the Canadian Authors' Association, Victoria and Island Branch, and numerous boards and societies. He was a tireless volunteer at Riley Park Community Complex, working with the disabled. Ed received several awards for writing and reporting. His archive was purchased by the University of Regina in 1989. Memorial Service at Sunshine Hills Foursquare Church, 6749 - 120 Street, Delta, B.C., Pastor Sonny Vitaliz presiding, at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 18. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Riley Park Community Complex.
HAMILTON - Giles Holden Hamilton of Calgary, passed away at the Canmore General Hospital on Saturday, April 14, 2001 at the age of 70 years. Giles lived and worked until mid-life in Capreol, ON. Giles and his wife Maureen moved to Abbotsford, BC in 1980 and resided there until 2000, most recently residing in Calgary. Giles is survived by his wife Maureen; four sons, Bradley of Ottawa, Rev. Bruce-John of Powell River, Dr. Mark (Heather) of Calgary and Wayne (Mary-Lou) of Canmore; a daughter Penelope (Larry) of Calgary; and five grandchildren, Patrick, Max, Luke, Alex and Sarah. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at St. Anthony's Catholic Church (5340 - 4 Street S.W.) today, April 17, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be concelebrated at St. Anthony's Catholic Church on Wednesday, April 18, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. with the Rev. Bruce-John Hamilton, the Rev. Jerome Dowling OMI and the Rev. Robert Novokowsky FSSP, Celebrants. To e-mail expressions of sympathy: condolences@mcinnisandholloway.com, subject heading: Giles Hamilton. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, c/o Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331 - 29 Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 4N2 (Telephone 403-670-2433). In living memory of Giles Hamilton, a tree will be planted at Nose Creek Valley by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES "Crowfoot Chapel", 82 CROWFOOT CIRCLE N.W. Telephone: 403-241-0044.
