Royal Mereal Lavoie

LAVOIE _ Royal 1929 - 2006 It is with deepest regrets that the family of Royal Lavoie announces his passing on October 15, 2006. Born December 16, 1929 in Bircham, Alberta to his parents Yvonne and Emeral Lavoie, he spent most of his life in Calgary, Alberta. Royal worked many years at AGT as a foreman, and retired early to spend time with his family and to work on his many hobbies. Royal is survived by his children, Sharon, Rick (Tracy), Michele (Dennis), Paul (Doug); and grandchildren, Larae, Breanne (Will) and Chase. Royal was predeceased by his beloved wife, Josephine, and son Jonathon. We will always treasure the moments shared, the projects built, and the love he gave us. A gathering to Celebrate Royal's life will be held at 79 Bel-Aire Place S.W., on Thursday, October 19, 2006 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Name Catholic Church (2223 - 34 Street S.W.) on Friday, October 20, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Bob Dielissen, Presider. Condolences may be forwarded through www.commemorativeservices.ca . In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association (105, 7500 Macleod Trail S.E., Calgary, AB T2H 0L9. Telephone 403-266-0620. Fax 403-269-8927). Arrangements in care of COMMEMORATIVE SERVICES FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Telephone: 265-1199. Calgary Family Owned and Operated www.commemorativeservices.ca

Published in The Calgary Herald from Oct. 17 to Oct. 19, 2006