Obituary of Anka Sostar

August 13, 1939 – Prilišće, Croatia

January 11, 2024 – Calgary, Alberta

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Anka on Thursday, January 11, 2024, at the age of 84 years.

Anka was born in Prilišće, Croatia, to Franje and Ana Subasic. She had a younger brother Nikola, whom she adored. Anka married her husband, Janko, in 1958 and together they immigrated to Canada in 1962 to start a new life together.

Anka was an amazing cook and loved preparing food for her family and friends. She also took pleasure in baking, needlework, and fishing.  She enjoyed nature and her favorite place was being outdoors at the Croatian land, known as the Šuma. This is where Anka was the happiest! She cherished spending time there with Janko and her family, tending to her gardens, camping, and feeding the birds. Anka was blessed with four grandchildren who she loved dearly and were the joys of her life.

Anka is survived by her husband of 65 years, Janko, her son Johnny (Sophia), her daughter Sandy (Nick), grandchildren Niko and Maggie Jugovic, and little Johnny and Noelia Sostar; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins across Canada and Europe. She was predeceased by her parents and her brother Nikola.

We will always remember our Anka for her warm smile, strong work ethic, and gentle spirit. We love you!

Rest in Heavenly Peace

Počivaj u Miru Božjem

Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at McInnis & Holloway (Chapel of the Bells, 2720 Centre Street N, Calgary, AB T2E 2V6) on Friday, January 19, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McInnis & Holloway (Chapel of the Bells, 2720 Centre Street N, Calgary, AB T2E 2V6) on Friday, January 19, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., as well as prior to the Mass at Our Lady of Marija Bistrica Croatian Catholic Church (14675 Deer Ridge Drive S.E., Calgary, AB) on Saturday, January 20, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Marija Bistrica Croatian Catholic Church (14675 Deer Ridge Drive S.E., Calgary, AB) on Saturday, January 20, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. Family and friends are invited to attend the interment ceremony at Queen’s Park Cemetery following the Mass. Reception will take place at the Croatian Canadian Cultural Centre (3010 12 St NE, Calgary, AB T2E 7P7).

The family kindly asks that guests who are attending Anka’s services to please maintain social distancing procedures out of respect for all attendees.

We would also like to thank the doctors and staff at Prince of Peace Harbour for taking such amazing care of Mom for these last three years. Their compassion, kindness, and devotion to Mom made her feel loved every day.

Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared and viewed with Anka’s family here.

If friends so desire, donations may be made in Anka’s memory directly to The Alzheimer Society of Calgary, 800, 7015 Macleod Trail S.W., Calgary, AB  T2H 2K6, Telephone: (403)290-0110, www.alzheimercalgary.com.

In living memory of Anka Sostar, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 Centre Street North, Calgary, AB T2E 2V6, Telephone: 403-243-8200.