March 1, 2006
Octavia Butler passes away
Octavia Butler who is one of my favourite authors passed away this past weekend. Her trilogy Lilith's Brood is my favourite sci-fi book. More about her passing at the Chicago Tribune. Her genius will be greatly missed.
Posted by songdawg at 6:40 PM | In memory of
December 2, 2005
Samual Sinclair
A wonderful man passed away this week.
SINCLAIR, Samuel John Jeremiah On November 29, 2005 Mr. Sam Sinclair of Edmonton passed away at the age of 79 years. He leaves to mourn his passing, his loving wife of 59 years, Edna; his children Gordon (Val), Linda (Fred), Jeanette, Rod, Rocky (Jane); 17 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; siblings Mary Jane (George), Evelyn (Harold), Henry (Edith - deceased) and Clifford; as well as many other relatives and friends. Sam is predeceased by his daughter Lorraine; three sons Kevin, Dennis and Baby Boy; father Alfred and mother Agathe; siblings August, Clara, Danny, Walter, Frances, May and Joe.
Sam was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a soldier, gifted athlete and coach, inspirational leader and champion for the disadvantaged. Sam's life's work was dedicated to improving the lives of Aboriginal people. His humor was legendary and he was equally comfortable with Government leaders as he was with Aboriginal trappers in Northern Alberta. He will be greatly missed by family, friends and colleagues throughout Canada.
A wake will be held on Friday, December 2 at 7 p.m. at St. Albert Catholic Parish Hall located at 7 St. Vital Avenue, St. Albert and the Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, December 3 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Albert Catholic Parish with Reverend Jim Holland, OMI presiding. Interment at the Slave Lake Cemetery will be on Monday, December 5, 2005 at 1:00 p.m.
The family express their thanks to the Cross Cancer Clinic and especially to Dr. Chana and the Staff at Capital Care Norwood, Palliative Unit for the wonderful care shown to our loved one. Appel Funeral Home/Central Memorial Chapel, 454-8088. "Our Family Serving Your Family"
Published in the Edmonton Journal from 12/1/2005 - 12/2/2005.
Posted by songdawg at 8:03 AM | In memory of
April 30, 2005
John's Memorial
| Today at 10:30 am is John's memorial. I put on some Sister Rosetta Tharpe - currently playing is Ain't Gonna Study War No More.
One of John's favourite songs was Old Chunk of Coal. Old Chunk of Coal I'm gonna learn the best way to walk gonna search and find a better way to talk
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Posted by songdawg at 7:49 AM | In memory of
April 18, 2005
John Wilds
Marshall was at the Homestead Studio this weekend recording his new acoustic blues CD with John Wilds on harmonica and Russell Jackson on bass. Sam Stevens was also there helping out and lending support. Marshall and John have been gearing up to this weekend for awhile now - honing their material and becoming great friends.
Unfortunately on Saturday during the recording session, John Wilds suddenly and unexpectedly passed away. He will be greatly missed and always in our prayers.
For information on his memorial service please contact the Lendrum Mennonite Church at (780) 989-5358.
UPDATE: John's memorial will at the Lendrum Mennonite Brethren Church
at 11210 59 Ave., Edmonton, AB, T6H 1G3 on Saturday, April 30th, 2005.
Sam wrote about the day he passed away - thanks Sam for helping him and us.
Posted by songdawg at 7:27 PM | In memory of
April 2, 2005
Maurice Hackman
Message from Novayana:
Maurice Hackman passed away last night, Monday, March 28, at 10:55 p.m.
He looked peaceful and serene, his eyes were half open looking up and the staff told me he was alert and lucid all evening. I spent an hour with him before he was taken away. From what I was told by the nurse, it happened very quietly and peacefully.
Please say prayers for him.
Metta,
Don Mackenzie
There will be a Chenrezig Puja dedicated to Maurice on April 3, 2005 held at the Sinclair Residence (10819-52 Ave.) at 10:30 AM. Novayana invites all who are interested to attend.
Posted by songdawg at 10:27 AM | In memory of
March 31, 2005
Sinclair, Lorraine Shirley (Deits) September 2, 1953 - March 28, 2005
In death as in life, with dignity and courage, strength and love, Lorraine Sinclair's circle of life is complete. Deits was, and will continue to be, the spiritual center of many peoples lives. Her contributions were many and far reaching. Her commitment to her immediate family and to her mother earth family will reverberate for many years to come.
Deits is survived by her mother Edna (Pierce) Sinclair, father Sam Sinclair, children Sheldon (Stacey), Caleb (Sherisse) and Kristin (Pat), siblings: Gordon (Val), Linda (Fred), Jeannette, Rod (Florence) and Rocky (Jane). She is also survived by her grandchildren Daniel, Lucas, Shayna, Sage, Jake, Kianna, Cassidy and Hailey Grace; as well as numerous relatives and friends. The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to Dr. Christine Sharek, and all staff at the Cross Cancer Institute and the Edmonton Continuing Care Centre - Unit 9Y whose kindness and support was greatly appreciated.
A wake will be held on Friday, April 1st 7:00 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Church, 10821-96 St., Edmonton.
A Memorial Service will be held at the Sacred Heart Church to honour and celebrate Lorraine's life. The service will commence at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday April 2nd, 2005. Update: There will be a potluck reception after the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alberta Cancer Foundation 11560 University Avenue, Edmonton, AB T6G 1Z2.
Posted by songdawg at 6:53 AM | In memory of
March 17, 2005
RIP Moimoi
Moimoi is gone - she passed away this weekend. We have had her for 6-7 years and don't know how old she was when we found her. She was a fiesty and fierce bird with a big attitude. We will miss her.
Here's a blurb that Marshall wrote about finding her:
Well you're not going to believe this tale but it's true. Toby and I went out for a nice relaxing time at a favourite Chinese Restaurant. Well, when we arrived the place was deserted except of course for the staff. The cook, as it so happens, was intently focussed on a corner table, and all in all there was a strange feel in the air. We wrote the whole thing off as an experience in another dimension. Sort of like we slid into an alternate universe.
Well, would you believe, a budgie had flown in the back door of the restaurant and the staff was trying desperately to catch this refugee bird for about an hour. So here we go joining in the merry chase. Running around the restaurant, jumping up and down, trying to catch the little scamp. Well friends our efforts were rewarded. We caught the little dickens and now it lives with us. This puts an entirely different meaning to the meal "birds nest soup".
Anyway, we named it "MoiMoi", which means "little sister" in Cantonese. And that's the end of my tale. Believe it or not. It could only happen to Toby and me.
Posted by songdawg at 6:46 AM | In memory of
October 13, 2004
Deana may you be well, comfortable, peaceful and happy
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Last night my friend Deana Dufresne passed away. She was a beautiful, vibrant person and greatly loved. May she be well, comfortable, peaceful and happy.
Deana's memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 16 at 11:30 a.m. at Park Memorial Chapel, 9709 - 111 Avenue. In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to the University Hospital Foundation, 1H1.91 WMC, 8440 - 112 Street, Edmonton, AB T6G 2B7. To send condolences, visit www.parkmemorial.com |
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