Obituary of John Bernard Courtney

January 9, 1931 – January 4, 2012 With love and sadness we say farewell to John who passed away January 4, 2012. Most of John’s working life was spent in the oil industry, devoting over 35 years with Smith Tool Canada. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years Margaret; his children Liz (Ernie), Janet (Ed), Brad, Christine (Ray) and Kathy (Blair); fourteen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; sister Maureen (Ed) and sister-in-law Valerie. He was predeceased by his parents John and Peg Courtney; sister Margaret; brother Jim and infant granddaughter Jessica Mary. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at St. Gerard’s Catholic Church (8944 Elbow Drive S.W. Calgary, AB) on Sunday, January 8, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at St. Gerard’s Catholic Church (8944 Elbow Drive S.W. Calgary, AB) on Monday, January 9, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. A special thank you to all the Doctors and healthcare providers in John’s life. In living memory of John Courtney, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Telephone: (403)243-8200