Obituary of Gerard Marinus KARPERIEN

December 29, 1934 – January 27, 2012 Gerard Karperien, beloved husband of Bernadine Karperien, of Calgary, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, January 27, 2012 at the age of 77 years. Gerry is survived by his loving wife Bernadine, his three sons Gerry (Diane), Wayne (Audrey), Brian (Christine) and daughter Brenda (Alfred). He is also survived by 10 wonderful grandchildren. He was predeceased by parents John and Rita, sister Ricky, and brother Herman. A Celebration of Life will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Thursday, February 2, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Alberta Lung Association, P.O. Box 4500, Station South, Edmonton, AB T6E 6K2 Telephone: 1 (888) 566 – 5864. www.ab.lung.ca.