Obituary of Frank Smadis

Frank Smadis passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 20, 2007, surrounded by his family. His brief battle with cancer was faced with courage, dignity and faith. He was a kind and gentle man who was very devoted to his family. Frank will be sadly missed, but he will forever be in our hearts. Left to mourn his loss are his devoted wife and best friend Elsie; sons, Kevin and Doug; and daughter-in-law Patti. He will also be lovingly remembered by his two sisters, Vicky (Ernie) Montpetit and Adeline (Jim) Lemiski; and his brother Morris (Irene) Smadis, all of Edmonton; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Frank was predeceased by his mother Mary in 1976 and father Joseph in 1986. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Thursday, May 24, 2007 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S, Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Friday, May 25, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. Graveside Service to follow at Mountain View Memorial Gardens. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, c/o Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331 – 29 Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 4N2 Telephone: (403) 944-2433 or to the charity of the donour’s choice. Our family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the Calgary Health Region South Palliative Care Team, especially Norma Allan and Helen Davies for their care and kindness. In living memory of Frank Smadis, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E. Telephone: (403) 256-9575.