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16 NE Bh SW 00 sh B10 THE EDMONTON JOURNAL FRIDAY JANUARY 14, 2000 ANNOUNCEMENTS Births IT'S A GIRL! CARLYLE Robert Diana Carlyle are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Cailin Amber Carlyle, on January 10 at 6:33 p.m., weighing eight pounds eight ounces. -101951 IT'S A GIRL! CONSTANTIN -Kristine and Roger are ecstatic to announce the safe arrival of their first child, BREIGHANN DIANNE ROSE, born December 13, 1999, weighing 8 pounds 3 ounces and 20 inches long. Proud grandparents are Freda Oscar Constantin and Lorraine Esch and her special friend, Ken Stang, and Peter Esch who is watching from Heaven. Thank to to Dr. Roy and the staff at the Misericordia Hospital, and special thanks to nurses Inga and Joanne.

IT'S A GIRL! Big brothers Jonathan and Drew and parents lan and Maurie-Lynn are pleased to announce the safe arrival of Paige Caroline Elizabeth, born January 2, 2000 weighing 7 pounds 6 ounces at the Tacoma General Hospital, Tacoma, Washington. Proud grandparents are James and Shannon Lawson and Paul and Maxine Kozak. -106069 IT'SA BOY! MATWIJIW Norm, DeNae and big brother Ian are happy to announce the arrival of James Alex Victor. He was born December 26, 1999 at 3:55 a.m. weighing 8 pounds 8 ounces.

James is a third grandson for Art and Alexandra LaFleche and a second grandson for Vickie Matwijiw. We wish to thank the nurses at Grey Nuns Hospital for their T.L.C. and Drs. Verma and Nasser for James' safe delivery. Thank you also to Dr.

Michael Bow for his supportive prenatal care. -123654 IT'S A GIRL! NESPLIAK Rob and Tammy are pleased to announce the arrival of Megan Marie, January 6, 2000, 9 pounds, 6 ounces. Proud grandparents Roy and Lil Millar and Gladys Nespliak. -115178 IT'S A BOY! VUKSANOVI Maria and Les, and big brother Nicholas are thrilled to announce the arrival of LEE JESSE MITCHELL, born January 6, 2000 at 8:29 a.m., weighing 7 pounds, 14 ounces. Special thank you to Dr.

Brown and the nursing staff at the Royal Alexandra Hospital. -044853 Obituaries For information on placing an obituary Phone: 780-429-5533 041730 The following obituaries are published in today's Edmonton Journal: Almas Piche Anderson Pueschel Banwell Ragan Basran Rieder Berg Ross Bird Samila Collins-Boutet Scrimshaw Cowlishaw Semenuk Debbink Snatynchuk Eleniak Stambaugh Gulinsky Stinchcombe Helfrich Sunderman LaForge Tellier Lazaruk Therriault Tucker McNally Vermeeren Millar Webb Mowat Noga 000646 ALMAS, Charles (Hardy) On January 8, 2000, Charles (Hardy) Almas, of Edmonton, passed away at the age of 80 years. Born in Czar, Alberta, Hardy ranched in the St. Paul area for many years. He was predeceased by his son, Charles in 1979.

Besides his loving wife, Evelyn, he is survived by Lynette and Tony Plawiuk, Beverly and Ray Laberge, Craig Almas, Janice and Gordon Jonah, Laird and Cheryl Almas and nine grandchildren, Kurtis, Matthew, Steven, Jason, Clayton, Kimberly, Elizabeth, Lance and Jost. Funeral Service will be held on Friday, January 14 at 1:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Howard and McBride Westlawn, 16310 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton. Interment at Westlawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of floral tributes, donations in Hardy's memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 10985 124 Street, Edmonton, AB T5M 0H9, or to the charity of one's choice.

Howard McBride Westlawn Chapel 484-5500. -111120 ANDERSON, Raymond Garfield Mr. Raymond Garfield Anderson, born May 6, 1924, in Newdale, Manitoba, died Wednesday, January 12, 2000 in Edmonton. Survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Verna and three children, Marlene (Dimitrios Batsaras), Gregory and Gaylene. Raymond was predeceased his parents, Thomas and Hilda and four brothers, Haldane, Gordon, Wallace and Harold.

Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 15, 2000 at 2:00 p.m., Ottewell KingHall Complex, 6212-82 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta with Mr. Roger Zarowny officiating. -122941 BANWELL, Phyllis Mrs. Phyllis Banwell, of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Mr. William Oliver Banwell, passed away on Wednesday, January 12th, 2000 at the age of 88 years.

Phyllis leaves to cherish her memory three daughters, Pamela (Ken) Osman of England, Olive (Jim) Heuman of Edmonton and Janis (Bob) McDonald of Medicine Hat; nine grandchildren; 12 great as well as cousins in London, Detroit, Wales and California. The Memorial Service will be held in the Foster McGarvey Funeral Chapel, 10008 103 Street, Edmonton on Saturday, April 29, 2000 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow in the Family Plot at Beechmount Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy those wishing to remember Mrs. Phyllis Banwell may do so with a gift to the Alberta Heart Stroke Foundation, 124, 430 6 Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, AB, T1A2S8.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Saamis Momorial Funeral Chapel and Crematorium, Medicine Hat, locally owned and directed. Should you wish any additional Infor. mation, pluase telephone, Obituaries BASRAN, S. Gurbachan Singh now residing in Calgary, passed away very peacefully on January 5, 2000 at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary at the age of 76 years. He was predeceased by his eldest daughter, Jagir Kaur; and is survived by his wife, Ajit Kaur; daughters, Bhajan Kaur, Gurbax Kaur, Jasbir Kaur, Surinder Kaur; sons, Satnam Singh and Jasvinder Singh and their families; as well as a sister, Gurbachan Kaur; and other relatives and numerous friends.

He was much loved by all who knew him, and will be especially remembered for his kindness and hard work. Funeral Services will be held at the Calgary Crematorium, 3219-4 Street N.W. (within the valley of Queen's Park Cemetery) on Saturday, January 15, 2000 at 12:00 noon. Antam Ardaas and Bhog Ceremony will be held at Gurdwara Desmesh Cultural Centre, 135 Martindale Boulevard N.E in Calgary at 2:00 p.m. that same day.

Phone (403) 285-8160 for further information. Heritage Family Funeral Services "Calgary Crematorium -036427 S. Gurbachan Singh Basran, born in the village of Dhada Kalan, Punjab, India and who was COWLISHAW, Caroline (nee Whyte) July 7, 1911, Winnipeg, Manitoba January 11, 2000, Edmonton, Alberta Beloved wife of the late Laurence Cowlishaw (1989). Carrie is survived by her loving family, three daughters, Carolyn (Paul) Sully of Edmonton, Eleanor (Earl) Meyers of Harrison Township, Michigan and Doreen McCarthy (Lee Errett) of Toronto; seven grandchildren, Maureen (Colin) Fraser, Ryan, Merrin and Kyle Sully, Michael Robert and Jaime Leigh Meyers; and one greatgrandson, Alexander Fraser. She is also survived by her nephews, Duncan (Pat) and Gordon (Anne) Anderson; her cousin, Dorothy Belanger; and her dear friends from childhood, Olga Riehl.

Carrie and Laurie had retired to Victoria in 1976. Failing health forced Carrie to move to Edmonton to be closer to her family. Inurnment will take place in Winnipeg this summer. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation for the kind support and care provided by the staff of 2N, Gerald Zetter Care Centre. The Floral Chapels, ConnellyMcKinley 10011 114 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, (780) 422-2222.

-118232 DEBBINK, John Henry On January 12, 2000, Mr. John Henry Debbink of the Emmanuel Home, went to be with his Lord at the age of 77 years. -036427 "The Lord is My Shepherd" 23rd Psalm BERG, Lorna Theresa (nee Krebs) Cherished forever in our hearts, Lorna Theresa Berg passed away silently at the age of 82 years on Tuesday, January 11, 2000. Lorna was predeceased by her husband, Leonard (January 8, 1964), her brother, Ernie Krebs; and her sister, Nora Thomson. Lorna's gentle and giving nature will be preserved in the memories of her loving family.

She is survived by her three sons; Ted (Sandee) of Josephburg, Duart (Marilyn) of Edmonton and Murray (Liz) of Sherwood Park. Lorna was a devoted grandmother to Laura (Darren), Nancy (Mark), Ian, Karla (Tim), Andrea, Gavin, Katie, Michael; also four great-grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by her sisters, Ellen (Lloyd) Dittmer and Marian (Don) Frazer; as well as other relatives and friends. A Funeral Service will be held at Josephburg United Church of Christ on Friday, January 14, 2000 at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Catherine Lepard officiating.

Interment will follow in the Church Cemetery. Donations in memory of Lorna may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta or The Josephburg United Church of Christ Cemetery Fund, Josephburg, AB. "God picked a beautiful flower to plant in His own garden." Riverview Funeral Services of Fort Saskatchewan in care of arrangements. Gordon Kadatz Lorraine Haglund Directors (780) 998-9898. -117564 BIRD, Mabel On January 8, 2000, Mrs.

Mabel Bird of Edmonton passed away at the age of 97 years. She will be sadly missed by her children and 1-laws, Ray (Joan) and of Cor of Brussels, Ontario, Marjorie Ferguson Edmonton, (Bob) Lawrence of Edmonton, Ernie (Maureen) of Vernon, B.C.; her 18 very caring grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren; sister, Marguerite and many other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Victor in 1987; a sister, Elizabeth Blanchard; and granddaughter, Wendy White; as well as her parents, Tom and Louise Cook. Mabel enjoyed a busy life as Mother, Board Secretary, Farm Homemaker and School Teacher. Her retirement years were filled with volunteer work, writing courses, travelling, senior's groups, family gatherings and keeping track of her many relatives.

Funeral Service Monday, January 17 at 2:00 p.m. at Highlands United Church, 11305 64 Street. Reverend Peter Lim officiating with interment in Evergreen Memorial Gardens. In lieu of floral tributes, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 10985 124 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5M 9Z9 would be appreciated. Park Memorial Ltd.

Funeral Administrators and Directors (The Chapel on the Boulevard) 426-0050. 066162 COLLINS-BOUTET, Paulette Therese Paulette Therese Collins-Boutet passed away peacefully at Rosedale Hospice in Calgary on January 11, 2000, at the age of 75 years. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends. Paulette was born to Laura and James Collins and grew up in Fort Kent, Alberta. She later moved to Calgary with husband Martin and raised three children.

Later, she resumed teaching and performed various community services. She served as President of Le Club de Lamitie, on the executives of Les Dames de Ste-Famille, and of the ACFA regionale. Her singing, sewing and especially culinary skills were greatly enjoyed by family and friends. Paulette is survived her loving family, children, Sol, Lily and Joanne (AI Nildeman); grandson, Torrenz; brother, Edwin Collins; and sister, Lily Collins-Dooley. Her generosity towards others is an example for many to follow.

Paulette, maman, on vous recontrera aux ciel. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Mcinnis Holloway's Memorial (5008 Elbow Drive S.W.), on Friday, January 14, 2000 from 7:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Ste. Famille Catholic Church (1717-5th Street S.W.) on Saturday, January 15, 2000 at 11:00 a.m.

with the Father Jacques Joly, o.m.i. celebrant. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, 1717 Macleod Trail S.E., Calgary, Alberta T2G 2N8. In living memory of Paulette Bouter, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by Mcinnis Holloway Funeral Homes, "Park Memorial 5008 Elbow Drive S.W., Calgary. Telephone: (403) 243-8200.

ELENIAK, Annie Annie Eleniak passed away peacefully at St. Joseph's Auxiliary Hospital on January 10, 2000, at the age of 94 years, 8 months. She was predeceased by her husband, Mike Eleniak. Annie is survived by two loving daughters, Angeline Lambert of Vancouver and Joan Idland of Edmonton; three grandchildren, Deborah Heyden of Stony Plain, Kevin Idland of Fort McMurray, Patricia Muller of Vancouver; and three great and several nieces and nephews. A private family service was held at Hainstock's Funeral Home on Thursday, January 13, 2000.

The family wishes to give special thanks to the staff at St. Joseph's Hainstock's Auxiliary Funeral Hospital. Home Crematorium. Phone 440-2900. -121491 LAFORGE, Edna Irene (nee Taje) Edna Irene LaForge (nee Taje) passed away quietly in Burnaby, B.C., on January 9, 2000.

Born March 9, 1915, in Wetaskiwin, Alberta, as the sixth of 14 children born to Abner Alexander and Anna (Eckberg) Taje. Edna was educated in Edmonton. She married Lorne R. LaForge of Westlock, Alberta in 1933, and lived in the farming community until 1940. When her husband went overseas in the 2nd World War, Edna returned to Edmonton with her two sons, Ronald V.

and A. Keith. She trained and worked as an optician from 1940 to 1948, then took secretarial training and worked in insurance for several years. Her eldest son (Ronald) was diagnosed with M.S. in 1952 and Edna became involved in volunteer work with handicapped support groups in Edmonton.

In 1956, she was instrumental in the formation of the Edmonton Chapter of The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada. With her focus on patients and caregiver support, she worked on the development of chapters of that society throughout the three prairie provinces until 1980, when she retired from the position of Executive Director Prairie Division of the M.S. Society of Canada. During that same period, she served the Alberta Council for Crippled Children and Adults as chairman of the Adult Section (6 years) and of the Accommodation Section (3 years). For the Edmonton Social Planning Council, she chaired the committee which activated Edmonton Handi Buses as transportation for the disabled, and was instrumental in obtaining advance poll voting rights for handicapped and senior citizens.

Additionally, she was a Charter member and Executive Committee member of The Edmonton Interagency Council, and a member of The Advisory Committee Alberta Library Services to the handicapped. She also enjoyed a 16 year period as the volunteer hostess of CKUA's weekly radio program "Operation which focused on news and information directed to the shut-in's in Edmonton. Edna's work and service to the handicapped was formally recognized by the Federal Government with a Centennial Medal; by the Province of Alberta, with an Alberta Achievement Award (1982); and by the M.S. Society, the Edmonton Rehabilitation Society, and the Alberta Rehab Council with Merit Awards. Upon retirement from the M.S.

Society, Edna commenced studies with the Lutheran Church, and graduated as a Stephens Minister in March 1983, an achievement from which she derived great pleasure. Predeceased by her husband, Lorne (1980) and her son, Ronald (1988), Edna is survived by her son, Keith (Pattie); six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren, all living in the Vancouver area. She is also survived by sisters, Myrtle Stromberg, Eileen (Gordon) Rud; and brothers, Herbert (Clara) and David (Terry), who live in the Edmonton region. She has numerous nephews and nieces, who with their children, will miss their "Auntie Edna'. At Edna's request, no formal services will be held.

Commemorative donation to the charity of your choice will be appreciated by her family. LAZARUK, Anne On the twelfth day of January 2000, our beloved Anne Lazaruk passed away peacefully at the age of 83 in the care and support of family and loved ones. Anne was predeceased by her husband, Paul; and parents, Mary and Kosmer Chernochan of Smoky Lake. She will be fondly remembered by her sister, Kathleen Carlson of Gig Harbor; and her five children, Maryann MacLean, Joey (Gilbert) Flodberg, Terry (Bonnie) Lazaruk, Evelyn Lazaruk, and Walt (Sherri) Lazaruk. Anne will be survived by her eight grandchildren, Jason, Chris, Scott, Ann, Wesley, Katlyn, Brock and Kristin; and her three great-grandchildren, Lindsay, Amanda and Taylor.

Anne radiated to those around her tremendous feelings of love, humor and caring. Through her wonderful food and sharp wit, Anne had a true power for bringing her family and friends together. This beautiful person will always be remembered as a wonderful mother, grandmother and friend to all of us. Despite physical challenges in her old age, Anne remained strong in heart and mind to the end, and will be greatly missed by all. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, January 15, 2000 at 2:00 p.m.

at Evergreen Funeral Chapel, 16204 Fort Road, Edmonton mile east of Manning Drive on 167 Avenue mile south on the old Fort Road), with Reverend Joseph Royer officiating. Evergreen Funeral Chapel. Telephone 472-9019. -122187 MARSHALL, Susan On January 13, 2000, Mrs. Susan Marshall of Edmonton, beloved wife of Doug Marshall, passed away at the age of 90 years.

She leaves to mourn her loss, besides her loving husband; two daughters and sons-in-law, Sylvia and Doug Sunderland of Edmonton, Susan and Jean Patenaude of Edmonton; five grandchildren, Karen Warren of Edmonton, Kathy Sunderland and her fiance, Glen Kight of Edmonton, Tracy and her husband Butch Lindstrom of St. Albert, Mark Patenaude and Chantel Patenaude of Edmonton; three greatgrandchildren, Kyle Warren, Taylor Lindstrom and Quinn Lindstrom; three sisters, Maisie, Sarah and Elsie; and one brother, Johnny all in England. She was predeceased by one brother, Ronnie. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at the Foster McGarvey Funeral Chapel, 10008-103 Street.

Reverend Paul Shaw will officiate. Cremation will I take place in the Foster McGarvey Crematorium. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Edmonton, the Heart Stroke Foundation of Alberta or to an organization of the donor's choice. Foster 1 McGarvey Limited Funeral Directors and Licensed Crematorium 428-6666. Canadian dependent.

-124618 McNALLY, Edna Born on April 9, 1915 in Edmonton, Alberta, passed away peacefully at the Rockyview Hospital on Tuesday, January 11, 2000. She leaves to mourn her loss a loving husband of 58 years, Vern; her daughters, Carol (Peter) and Nicole (Glenn); her son, Doug (Darlene); six grandchildren, Tracy, Trevor (Libby), Daryl, DeAnn (Ron), Blaine and Steven; one greatgranddaughter, Cassie; two brothers, Dave (Edna) and Harold; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Edna led an active and full life. Edna enjoyed playing bridge and golf. Her real favorite was travelling and up until recently we did our share.

A Memorial Service will be held at the Chapel of First Memorial, 240-17 Avenue SW, on Saturday, January 15, 2000 at 1:00 p.m. Interment to take place at a later date at Colchester Cemetery, Sherwood Park, Alberta on Tuesday, January 18, 2000 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Edna's memory may be made to the Arthritis Society, 200, 1301-8 Street SW, Calgary, Alberta T2R 187. Services and Cremation entrusted to First Memorial Funeral Services. (403) 216-2222 MILLAR, Annabelle C.

Annabelle C. Millar of Edmonton passed away peacefully on January 11, 2000, at the age of 86 years. Annabelle will be lovingly remembered by her sons, Jim (Judy) and Mac (Carol); her grandchildren, Janet (John), Brenda (Garth), Deborah, Kelly, Jennifer (Peter) and Micheal (Irene); greatgrandchildren, Aidan, Callum, Rory, Emily and James; son-in-law, Doug; brother-in-law, Allan (Jean); sisters-in-law, Isabel and Margaret; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Hugh; daughter, Marnie; and grandson, Gordon. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m.

Saturday, January 15, at the Knox-Metropolitan United Church, 8307 109 Street, Edmonton, Lynda Gow officiating. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make donations to the Hugh H. and Annabelle C. Millar Endowment Fund for Arthritis Research, 562 Heritage Medical Research Centre, U. of Edmonton, T6G 2S2.

Funeral Directors Howard McBride Westlawn, 484-5500. -123446 MOWAT, Velva Pauline (nee Hovis) Born January 11, 1905, Gibsonburg, Ohio. Passed away January 6, 2000 Edmonton, Alberta. He is survived by his loving wife, Gerda; five children, Helene (Garry) Van Beek, George (Donna), Gerald, John (Joyce), Marianne (Albert) DeBoer; one daughter-in-law, Mary Anna Debbink; 22 grandchildren, Kevin, Gene (Monica), Steven (Teri), Jeff (fiance Jessica), Chad, Michael, Julie, Jason, Greg, David, Ryan, Kristina, Nicole, Leslie (Sheldon), Karen, Brad, Kathy, Raymond, Antonia, Tracy, Joshua, Mikaela; three great Mitchel, Tyler, Jordyn; one brother, Willem and one sister, Alberta, both of the Netherlands. John was predeceased by his four sisters, Willemina, Johanna, Hendrika and Gerda.

Funeral Services will be held on Monday, at 10:00 a.m. at the Ebenezer Christian Reformed Church, Leduc, Alberta. Reverend Harry Vriend will officiate and interment will take place in the Fredricksheim First Baptist Cemetery, Leduc. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Parkinson's Society of Alberta. Foster McGarvey Limited Funeral Directors and Licensed Crematorium 428-6666.

Canadian Independent. -343904 -343904 GULINSKY, Metro On January 11, 2000 Mr. Metro Gulinsky of Smoky Lake passed away suddenly at the age of 63 years. He is survived by his loving wife, Marie and only son, Robbie; one step-sister; two brothers and four sisters, Mary Tull of Edmonton, Rosie Petrowsky of Waskatenau, Vera Harrold of Edmonton, Doris Gulinsky of Warspite, Bill (Ann) Gulinsky and Anne (Mike) Polny all Vernon, B.C. and John (Margaret) Gulinsky of Smoky Lake.

Metro was predeceased by his parents, Anton and Sophie Gulinsky; one brother, Walter and two brothers-in-law, Stanley Lotocki and Mike Petrowsky. Funeral Service Saturday, January 15 at 10:30 a.m. at the Holy Trinity Russo-Orthodox Church, Smoky Lake. Reverend Father Vasyl Kolega officiating with interment in the church cemetery. Yewchin's Funeral Chapel St.

Paul (780) 645-5177. -124480 HELFRICH, Stuart Carl (Stu) It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Stuart Helfrich on January 11, 2000 at the age of 68 after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife, Maureen; sons, Stuart Carl 'Skip' (Doreen), Owen (Dawne), Neil (Deborah); daughters, Lavonne (Bob) Hailes, Elizabeth (Alan) Steele, Veronica (Terry) Pinkoski, Krista (David) Passfield and Melanie (Anthony) Gill. Stu will be sadly missed by stepchildren, Terrie (Harvey) Schaerer, Tannis (Winston) Land, Tiara Winters, Theron (Trinity) Senuk; as well as 28 grandchildren. He also leaves sister, Margaret Boraas; brothers, Henry and John; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by his parents and two sisters. Stu will be remembered by his many fellow associates in the oil and gas industry. Funeral Services will be held at Funeral Home (9810-34 Avenue) at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, January 15, 2000 with Chaplain Zinia Pritchard officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 8215-112 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2C8.

Hainstock's Funeral Home Crematorium. 440-2999. -124292 SNATYNCHUK, Daniel On January 11, 2000, Daniel Snatynchuk of Edmonton peacefully passed away. He is survived by his wife, Irene of 50 years; two sons and one daughter, Robert, his wife, Debbie and their children, Ryan and Kristina, Brian, his wife Vicky and their children, Tara and Kristy, Lori, her husband Brian and their children Daniel and Caitlyn. He also leaves to mourn his sisters-in-law, Pauline Prybysh, Pauline Eleniak, Adele (Allan) Koshka; brothers-in-law, Walter (Emelia) Eleniak, Steve (Anne) Eleniak, Paul Eleniak, Stan (Irene) Eleniak, Lawrence (Betty) Eleniak; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Predeceased by parents, Nick and Anne and brother, Andrew; his father and mother-in-law, John (Anne) Eleniak; brothersin-law, Isaac Prybysh and Peter Eleniak. Prayer Service Friday, January 14 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Basil's Ukrainian Catholic Church, 7007-109 Street. Divine Liturgy Saturday, January 15 at 10:00 a.m.

at St. Basil's Ukrainian Catholic Church with Basilian Fathers officiating. Private interment in St. Michael's Cemetery at a later date. Donations may be made to The House of Studies, 12909-113 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5M 2W8 or a charity of one's choice.

Special Thanks to the Staff at the Misericordia Hospital. Park Memorial Ltd. Funeral Administrators and Directors (The Chapel on the Boulevard) 428-0050. Velva was 9 years old when she and her family moved to Turner Valley where her father Martin Hovis was head driller on the Dingman Oil Discovery Well in 1914. She attended schools in the Turner Valley area and in Calgary.

Her life was spent in the oilfields and the past 50 years in Edmonton. She was an ardent bowler and bridge player. She was also a member of the Edmonton Oilwives Club for 48 years. She will be sadly missed by her son, Ray Wickens (Bea) of Calgary; one daughter-in-law, Eileen Wickens of Edmonton and three daughters, Darlene Lanouette (Ray) of Edmonton, Myrna Boscher (Bob) of Drayton Valley and Carrol Paszek (Henry) of Edmonton; 19 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Vern Mowat in 1968 and a son, Laurence in 1986 and by her parents; two brothers and three sisters.

At Velva's request there will be no funeral services. At her special request her body has been donated to the University of Alberta diversion of Anatomy for medical education. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the University of Alberta Anatomy Fund (501 Medical Sciences Building, University of Alberta, Edmonton, T6G 2E1). A Celebration of her Life for family and friends will be held at St. Charles Parish Hall, upstairs, on January 16, 17653-112 Street, Edmonton between 2:00 and 4:00 p.m.

-111884 NOGA, John Mr. John Noga of Camrose passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2000 at the age of 85 years. Left to cherish his memory are his brother, Julian (Laura) of Camrose; three sisters-in-law, Mary Noga of Edmonton, Dora Noga of Mameo Beach and Margaret (Ian) Campbell of Coquitlam, B.C. John is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. John was predeceased by his parents, Michael and Annie; three brothers, Peter, Edward, Joseph and three sisters, Ruth, Jean and Mary.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, January 15, 2000 at 11:00 a.m. from St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church with Reverend Richard Bednar as Celebrant. Interment will follow in The Camrose Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the charity of your choice.

Burgar Funeral Home (672-2121) in care of arrangements. -002791 PICHE, Paul On Wednesday, January 12, 2000, Mr. Paul Piche of Edmonton passed away at the age of 66 years. He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife, Elsie; two sons, Perry (Sherrill), and Gary; two daughters, Leanne, and Elaine (Mark) Krantz; three grandchildren, Crystal, Harlee and Steven; two brothers, eight sisters; mother, Gabrielle; many loving friends and -workers who he was greatly touched will be greatly missed. He predeceased by his father, two brothers and granddaughter.

Visitation will held between 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 15, 2000 in Hainstock's Funeral Home, 9810 34 Avenue, Edmonton. Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 16, 2000 in Hainstock's Funeral Home.

Donations Cancer may Society. be made to Crematorium. the Hainstock's Canadian Fu- neral Home 440-2999. -124840 PUESCHEL, Bud (Dewey) On January 12, 2000, Bud Pueschel, of Edmonton, passed away at home. He is survived by his beloved companion, Phyllis; one daughter, Cindy; two grandchildren; two sisters, Trudy a and Gwen; numer ous nieces, nephews and many friends.

Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Howard McBride Westlawn Chapel. 484-5500. -121273 RAGAN, Simone On January 13, 2000, Simone Ragan of Tofield, Alberta passed away at the age of 79 years. She is survived by her son-in-law, Bruce (Sharon) Telford; four grandchildren, Brad, Colleen, Kelsee and Ashlee; five greatgrandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

She was predeceased by her husband, George; daughter, Sharon a and granddaughter, Denise. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, January 17, 2000 at Bardo Lutheran Church in Tofield with Pastor Kevin Langager officiating. Cremation will follow the service. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be given to the Tofield Lodge.

Tofleld Funeral Home, Marvin Weber and Herb Park, Directors. 662-3959. -124619 RIEDER, Helmut Lorenz Helmut Lorenz Rider of Edmonton passed away at the age of 75 years on Tuesday, January 11th, 2000. He will be sadly missed by his step-daughter, Eileen (Don) Marcotte; grandchildren, Joanne (Tom) Smale, Rollie (Faye) Marcotte, Michele (Richard) Pearce, Warren (Cathie) Marcotte, Brian (Brenda) Marcotte; and his 12 greatgrandchildren. Helmut was predeceased by his wife, Ruby.

At Helmut's request no Funeral Service was held. A private family gathering will be held in his memory. Helmut will be laid to rest in the Garden of Apostles at Evergreen Memorial Gardens (Manning Freeway), The family wishes to acknowledge, with thanks, the outstanding care Nuns provided by the doctors and staff of the Grey Hospital..