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IRWIN - Stewart Mitchell 1922 - 2002 Mitchell Irwin died on December 21, 2002 in Bakersfield, California at the age of 80 years. Mitchell is survived by his loving wife of thirty-four years, Emma Lee (Borgsdorf) Irwin of Bakersfield, and his daughter Jordan Irwin Fabish of Long Beach, California. A longtime resident of Bakersfield, Mitchell was in poor health in recent years. He is also survived by a brother Joe Irwin of Calgary, Alberta; and two sisters, Aileen Shier of Calgary, and Carol Grant of San Simeon, California. Mitchell was predeceased by his parents Joseph S. and Carrie Mae Irwin, who were longtime residents of Calgary. Mitchell Irwin was born in Casper, Wyoming on September 23, 1922. He arrived in Calgary with his family in 1930, and attended King Edward School and Western Canada High School, graduating in 1939. He then attended New Mexico military Institute in Roswell, prior to entering University of Washington, Seattle in 1941. He graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering from U of W in 1947. Mitchell was drafted into the U.S. Army Infantry in 1942, but subsequently qualified for Officer's Training and received the rank of Lieutenant. He transferred to the Army Air Corps and trained as a navigator. He was assigned to the 13th Air Force based in the South Pacific and, in 1944 to 1945, survived an eight-month tour of duty in the heavy bomber squadrons in the Philippine theatre. Following World War II, Mitchell married, finished university, and joined the California Standard (Chevron) Company who assigned him to Long Beach, CA as a petroleum engineer. Except for a few years spent with an independent drilling contractor, Mitch spent the majority of his professional career with Chevron's drilling department, primarily in the Taft/Bakersfield area. Prior to retirement from Chevron in 1982, Mitchell took a four-year tour of duty with Aramco as Superintendent of Onshore Drilling - Saudi Arabia. Mitch always had a love of music, primarily modern jazz, and although his training in his early years was quite informal, he became a reasonably accomplished pianist. He enjoyed mostly playing for friends and family, but did do the occasional public performance. He will be sorely missed by his immediate family in California, by his sisters, Aileen and Carol, his brother Joe, and old friends residing in Calgary. 153190
KRAUSNICK - Glenn 1915 - 2002 Glenn went to party with the angels December 23 after a two month struggle with cancer. He left behind his loving wife Marion; children, Wayne (Roberta), Verna (Al), Cyril (Kathy), Garry (Lindsay); grandkids, Charlynn, Barb, Greg, Jolie, Collin, Duane, Jeff, Andrea, Maelene, Kaitlynn; great-grandson
s, Jon, Alex; and two sisters, Agatha, Myra (Lowell); many relatives and friends. A celebration of his life will be held at Wild Rose United Church, 1317 - 1 St. N.W., T2M 2S5 on Friday, December 27 at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Habitat for Humanity, Bay 125, 2323 - 32 Avenue N.E., T2E 6Z3 or Wild Rose United Church. 171504
LEDOUX - Quentin Quentin passed away at the Peter Lougheed Centre on December 3, 2002 at age 40. Funeral Service at HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME, 1708 - 16 Avenue N.W. on Friday, December 27 at 3:00 p.m. Interment, Queen's Park Cemetery. HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES "Heritage Funeral Home". Telephone: 299-0100. 174108
McKAY - Murray Stevens 1944 - 2002 Murray passed away at the Rockyview Hospital on December 23, 2002. He is survived by his loving wife Louise; brother Richard; children, Craig (Parm) Scott and Tracy (Patrick); and granddaughters, Kaela and Tayler. He was predeceased by his father Donald in 1966 and his mother Claire in 1985. Murray grew up in Calgary, received a B.A. in Economics from the University of Calgary, followed by a law degree from the University of Saskatchewan (1974). A Memorial Service will be held at Woodcliff United Church (5010 Spruce Drive S.W.) on Friday, December 27, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. Murray's family would like to thank the staff at Glenmore Park Auxiliary Hospital and Dr. Mortis for their wonderful care of Murray. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made directly to the Canadian Mental Health Association (103, 723 - 14 Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 2A4). Funeral arrangements are entrusted to LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOME. Telephone: 403-228-4422. 174092
MURAKAMI - Asayo 1898 - 2002 As the Autumn of 2002 passed on forever on December 21, so did the wonderful life of Asayo Murakami. Asayo, who was affectionately known as "Grandma" to everybody, enjoyed a fulfilling life of 104 years and 10 months. Grandma, who loved to garden, could grow beautiful flowers and nutritious vegetables in all kinds of soil with her magic touch. Her incredible life was portrayed recently in an award-winning documentary movie "Obachan's Garden". Love and smiles were the most important ingredients of a happy life and this was her message shared with all her friends and relatives. Grandma is survived by Chieko Nishida, George Murakami, Yukie Chapman, Yaeko Brignell, Chizuko Ohama, Susumu Murakami, Hisashi Murakami, Chiyoko Harley and Osamu Murakami; twenty-one grandchildren, fifty-seven great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren. Husband Otokichi passed away in 1969, and Fumiko Sogou, Midori Ohama and Masayuki (Mel) Murakami predeceased their mother. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Chapel of the Bells" (2720 Centre Street North) on Friday, December 27, 2002 at 3:00 p.m. Graveside Service to follow at Queen's Park Cemetery. To e-mail expressions of sympathy: condolences@mcinnisandholloway.com, subject heading: Asayo Murakami. In living memory of Asayo Murakami, 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. 151112
PRITCHARD - Bertha Bertha passed away peacefully at the Bow Crest Care Centre on December 19, 2002 at the age of 92. She was born in England and came to Canada at the age of two. She married Charles James Pritchard in 1927, and they raised three sons, Jim, Ernest and Roy. Bertha is survived by Ernie and his wife Jean, and Roy and his wife Irene. Also surviving are her brother John Thacker and his wife Elsie, and her nephew David and his wife Sharon. Bertha leaves eight grandchildren, Linda Kusz, Tom (Theresa), Larry and Dean (Wendy) Pritchard, residing in B.C., Karen (Paul) Oostra and Laurel Pritchard of Grande Prairie, Alberta, and Doug and John Pritchard of Calgary. She also has eleven great-grandchildren and many relatives in Canada and the British Isles. Bertha was predeceased by Charles, her husband of forty-eight years, her son Jim and his wife Lorraine, her grandson Mark, her parents Jack and Mary Thacker, and her sister Lillian. Bertha will be greatly missed by all of her relatives and friends. She was a loving mother and a good friend, well-liked by all who knew her. Many thanks go to the staff at the Bow Crest for their excellent care. Flowers gratefully declined in favour of contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society, Second Floor, 215 - 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, Alberta T2G 1A2. A Funeral Service will be held at FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL, 3220 - 4 Street N.W. (across from Queen's Park Cemetery) on Friday, December 27, 2002 at 3:00 p.m. Interment to follow at Queen's Park Cemetery. FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, Directors. Telephone: 297-0888. Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial 150791
PROKOPY - Peter John Peter John Prokopy passed away peacefully on Monday, December 23, 2002. Peter was predeceased by Mary, his beloved wife of nearly sixty years. He is the father to Terry and his wife Janice, Lorne and his wife Maureen; very special Papa to Ben, Ross, Billy, Jordan and Shane; uncle to David Prokopy and Nancy Gittel, as well as Gary, Judi, Grant, Greg, Neil, Mark and Danny Gallelli. Peter graduated in 1939 from the University of Alberta with a degree in civil engineering and was a lifetime member of the Engineering Institute of Canada and the Association of Professional Engineers of Alberta. He was a respected employee of Imperial Oil for in excess of thirty years. Peter led an active life. Early on, as a talented track and field athlete, he held a number Alberta track records. Later, he became an avid golfer. Peter will be missed by friends at McCall Lake golf course and also by the gang at Stampede Park, where he spent many happy hours betting the ponies. Peter will be remembered fondly as a true gentleman by all who knew him. Prayers Service will be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church (610 - 2 Avenue N.E.) on Friday, December 27, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church on Saturday, December 28, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. Graveside Services to follow at St. Mary's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made directly to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta (1825 Park Road S.E., Calgary, Alberta T2G 3Y6). Funeral arrangements are entrusted to LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOME. Telephone: 403-228-4422. 175242
RICHARDSON - Shawn Edward 1979 - 2002 Mr. Shawn Edward Richardson, beloved son of Lillian and Neil Rodgers, and Randy and Theresa Richardson, passed away suddenly as a result of a motor vehicle accident outside of Airdrie, on Sunday, December 22, 2002 at the age of 23 years. Shawn is survived by his loving fiancee Shannon Nelson; two beautiful sons, Dawson and Keegan; his grandparents, Irene and Robbie Lemon and Edward and Barb Stang; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins, and many wonderful friends with whom he lived life to the fullest. Shawn was predeceased by his grandparents George and Jeannie Richardson. Shawn worked with wonderful people at Money's Mushrooms, a job which he also loved. Funeral Services will be held at Crossfield Community Centre, 902 Mountain Avenue, Crossfield, AB, on Monday, December 30, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. Graveside Service to follow at Crossfield Cemetery, Crossfield, AB. To e-mail expressions of sympathy: condolences@mcinnisandholloway.com, subject heading: Shawn Richardson. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to a trust fund for Shawn's children at the Alberta Treasury Branch, 1214 Railway Avenue, Crossfield, AB T0M 0S0 (Telephone 403-946-4345). In living memory of Shawn Richardson, a tree will be planted at Fletcher Park, Airdrie, by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES "Airdrie Funeral Home", 300 TOWERLANE DRIVE, AIRDRIE, ALBERTA. Telephone: 403-948-1100. 176596
RUF - June Irene June passed away into God's arms on Sunday, December 22, 2002. She is in a better place and suffers no longer. She was an example for us all as she displayed remarkable strength and patience with every setback during her final years. Family and friends will dearly miss her. She always put others before herself and that example will be an enduring legacy for all who knew her. She was predeceased by her husband Jacob "Jake" Ruf, one sister Gwen Greff in 1988, and one brother-in-law Herman Beisel. June leaves behind a son Clair Dennis; daughter Bonnie (Brian "Skip") Prunkle; two grandchildren, Nickolas Prunkle and Jamie Prunkle; two sisters, Doris (George) Carleton and Violet (Herold) Knodel; "adopted son" Murray Songer; numerous family members and a host of other devoted friends who loved her dearly. Our deepest gratitude to all the compassionate caregivers at the Beverly and the Holy Cross Centres. We thank the many "angels of mercy" who provided loving care during our mother's final days. Please know that you have blessed our hearts and lives and we will be forever grateful for your kindness and support. A Memorial Service will be held in Peace Lutheran Church, 14640 - 6 Street S.W., Calgary, Alberta on Friday, December 27, 2002, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Anthony Heiraas officiating. A celebration of June's life will be planned for a future date in Swift Current, Saskatchewan. As an expression of sympathy those wishing to remember Mrs. June Ruf may do so with a gift to the World Vision, Suite 400, 119 - 14 Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6, or to the Lutheran Bible Translators of Canada, P.O. Box 934, Kitchener, Ontario N2G 4E3 to support the work of Velma Foreman and Helen Marten. Expressions of sympathy can be e-mailed to saamisfc@telusplanet.net, subject heading: June Ruf. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL and CREMATORIUM "The Chapel in the Park", Medicine Hat, Alberta. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone 1-800-317-2647. 175286
SMEED - Pearl L. Pearl Smeed (Mackey) passed away peacefully at the Beverly Care Centre on December 23, 2002, at the age of 79. Among those who will sorely miss Pearl, but fondly remember her with a smile or a chuckle, are her family, including her children, Casey (Michelle), and Barbara (Reg); her grandchildren, Geoffrey and Lindsay; her sister Lois Strachan (Frank); and nephew Steve. Pearl trained in nursing at the Calgary General Hospital, graduating with her RN in 1945. She worked as a nurse, and as a stewardess, retiring when she married and had children. Pearl resumed her career working as a nurse for the Calgary Associate Clinic, and the British American Oil refinery. She then worked at AADAC as a nurse and counsellor until her retirement. Pearl was a feisty, tenacious, hard working woman who cared deeply about others. She had a terrific sense of humour, loved playing practical jokes, and always "had something up her sleeve". Pearl was a lively presence in any situation, even in her last days. Pearl's family would like to express their utmost appreciation for the exceptional care she received at the Beverly Care Centre. We cannot speak highly enough of the staff of Unit 300 who became Pearl's second family, always showing kindness, patience and concern for Pearl's well being. As Pearl would have wanted, in lieu of flowers, donations to the following would be appreciated: AADAC, Renfrew Recovery Centre, 1611 Remington Road N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 5K6 or Recovery Acres Society 1835 House, 1835 - 27 Avenue S.W., Calgary, AB T2T 1H2. To remember Pearl, a Celebration of her Life will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S "Park Memorial Chapel" (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.), on Monday, December 30, 2002, at 3:00 p.m. with the Rev. Duncan Barwise of Midlands United Church officiating. To e-mail expressions of sympathy: condolences@mcinnisandholloway.com, subject heading: Pearl Smeed. Arrangements in care of McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES "Park Memorial Chapel", 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Telephone: 403-243-8200. 155661
N. K. SZARKA - Ignacz (Ike) Lajos 1918 - 2003 Ignacz (Ike) Lajos Szarka, beloved husband of Matilda (Tilda) Szarka of sixty-three years, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2003 with his loving family by his side. He was born in Korosladany, Hungary on December 12, 1918. He was a veteran of World War II, a survivor of the Hungarian Revolution, and immigrated to Canada in 1957, settling in Calgary, Alberta. He was a gentleman in the truest sense of the word. He leaves to mourn, his adored wife Tilda; his loving children, Erika (Carlo) Simonelli, Ibolya (Brian) Willdig; and the grandchildren, he referred to as his pride and joy, Marco, Monica (Kevin) and Michelle. He is also survived by relatives in Hungary, the United States and Toronto. The family wishes to thank the staff at the Royal Park and a very special thank you to Dr. Ranawaya. The family's heartfelt gratitude is extended to Bosa and the girls of B.G. Care Services for the love, compassion and dedication they gave our dad, indeed the whole family in this last difficult year. Funeral Services will be held at the Calvin Hungarian Presbyterian Church (101 - 14 Avenue S.W.) on Thursday, February 20, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Dr. Jozsef Pungur officiating. Graveside Service to follow at Eden Brook Memorial Gardens. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made in Ignacz's memory directly to the Calvin Hungarian Presbyterian Church (101 - 14 Avenue S.W., Calgary, AB T2R 0L8). Arrangements entrusted to LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOME, Calgary. Telephone: 403-228-4422. 003056
PASQUARELLI - Raffaele Mr. Raffaele Pasquarelli, beloved husband of Mrs. Silvana Pasquarelli, passed away at the Foothills Hospital on Wednesday, February 19, 2003, at the age of 50 years. Announcements later by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES "Chapel of the Bells", 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH. Telephone: 403-276-2296. 089299
