Obituary of BERNATCHEZ – August

February 4, 1931 – September 27, 2010 August Bernatchez of Calgary passed away on Monday, September 27, 2010 at the age of 79 years. August was the eldest of thirteen children born to Omer and Alice Bernatchez and was raised on the family farm near Zenon Park, SK. After marrying Ada Jones of Clashmore SK, the couple moved from Saskatchewan to Alberta in the late 1950’s to raise a family in Calgary. A man of many talents, August enjoyed careers in a number of fields including accounting, transport trucking, and was involved in real estate for most of his working life. A skilled handyman, it seemed there were few things he couldn’t build or repair. He was a quiet man whose strong family values, respect for others and sense of duty were reflected in his words and actions. His playful spirit and generous nature will be missed. August is survived by his loving children, Giselle (John) Feddema, Jacqueline (Stephen) Sheridan, David Bernatchez, and cherished granddaughter Rachel Feddema. He is also survived by his much loved sisters and brothers Rita (Charlie) Freeman, Rollande Jones, Angeline Jones, Cecile (George) Walker, Peter (Marguerite) Bernatchez, Robert Bernatchez, Theresa (Conrad) Aden and Denise Nowoselski. He was predeceased by twin infant siblings Henri and Henriette Bernatchez, his parents Omer and Alice Bernatchez, brothers John and Daniel Bernatchez, and brother in law Victor Nowoselski. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at Holy Spirit Catholic Church (10827 – 24th Street S.W.) on Tuesday, October 5, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Spirit Catholic Church on Wednesday, October 6, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. A Private Family Graveside Service will be held at Holy Family Cemetery in Eden Brook Memorial Gardens. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In lieu of flowers, charitable donations can be made to the Beverly Center Glenmore Auxiliary, c/o The Beverly Center Glenmore 1729 90th Ave. SW Calgary, AB T2V 4S1. The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of the Beverly Centre Glenmore who cared for August the past eight years, and to Dr. Calder and the nurses on Unit 73 at the Rockyview General Hospital for their compassionate care these last days. In living memory of August Bernatchez, 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.