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Jay Evans
July 10, 1960 - August 26, 2015
Obituary
On August 26, 2015, Mr. Jay Evans of St. Paul passed away at the age of 55 years. He is survived by his loving wife, Guidee; 2 sons, Brennan (Danielle Feland) & Brayden; step-father, Leonard (Lois) Boettger of Calgary; 4 brothers & 2 sisters, Ken Bush of Grande Prairie, Bob (Coral) Bush, Jack Gibbons & Tracy (Richard) Thorogood all of Calgary, Noel Wicks of Nipewin, SK & Corey (Mel) Swartz of Canal Flats, BC; numerous nieces & nephews. He was predeceased by his mother, Rita; grandfather, Chris Clarke; & grandparents, Queenie & Harry Clinche. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, August 31 at 2:00 p.m. at All Saints Ukrainian Orthodox Hall, St. Paul. Pastor Kelly Sibley will be officiating, with interment in St. Michael Cemetery, Lac Bellevue. If desired, donations may be made to Haying in the 30's (Cancer Support Society) c/o 5626 – 51 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1. To send condolences online, please visit www.gracegardensfuneralchapel.com.
GRACE GARDENS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 5626 – 51 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1 780-645-2677
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From: Bonnie,Stan,and Brandon Chudyk
Relation: friend
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family -Jay was a very special man and has touched many lives. Treasure all your special memories with him-he is now your special angel. our thoughts and prayers to everyone
From: Charlie and Debbie Guitard
Relation: Friends
Dear Guidee and family,
We are so saddened to hear of Jay`s passing. Although we did not know Jay for a long time we felt that we had.He was fun to be around . It was a privilege to have know him . Our thoughts are with you and your boys at this very sad time .
“No one is lost that love remembers ”
Charlie and Debbie
From: Karen & Randy MacDonald
Relation: Relationship - How did you know the deceased?
Guidee, Brennan and Brayden, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
From: Elsie Laboucane
Relation: Friends
To Guidee, Brennan and Brayden. We were shocked to learn of Jay’s passing. A wonderful man taken at such a young age. We will never forget Jay’s smile; he had a way of welcoming you into the fold. We will always remember Brennan’s & Jordyn’s Summer Hockey sessions and how we looked forward to every weekend and the lovely times we had. Our condolences are with you all. It is such a sad time for the family but remember Jay will be watching over you at all times. Terry & Elsie
From: Denise Ference
Relation: Relationship - How did you know the deceased?
Guidee and sons. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. May the love and presence of friends and family help you at this time.
From: Bell - Contract Management Team Alberta & BC
Relation: Jay worked for Bell as a Contractor
Our sincere condolences are sent to all the families. Jay was a respected Contractor who we all enjoyed working with.
Sincerely, The Bell Contract Managment Team
From: Juanita Reid
Relation: worked with him
Guidee & family – I am so very sorry to hear about Jay. You & Jay made my job with Telebyte/Bell a lot more fun. He always brought a smile to my face & will continue to do so whenever I think of him. May all of your good times & good memories help you through this very difficult time.
From: Wayne Reesor
Relation: Worked with Jay for many years
Our prayers and thoughts go out to Guidee and the girls. It’s a sad day to lose a great man, husband, dad and fellow phone guy.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
Date & Time:
August 31, 2015
Beginning at 2:00pm
Location:
All Saints Ukrainian Orthodox Hall
5601-51 Street
St. Paul, AB
5601-51 Street
St. Paul, AB
Memorial Gifts
Memorial donations will be gratefully accepted to:
Haying in the 30's (Cancer Support Society)
c/o 5626 – 51 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1
Thank You Notice
The family of Jay Evans would like to send a heartfelt thank you to family, friends & the community of St. Paul and area for all the love and support shown to our family in our time of need. A huge thank you to all the people who drove Jay to and from Edmonton for treatments and to Laura and Mike Connell and their family for providing a comforting home away from home in Edmonton. Thank you to everyone for all the visits and those who kept Jay company when we could not be there. To all of you who sent cards, emails, phone calls, flowers and food, we express our deep appreciation.
A special thank you to the following:
Dr. Senecal, Dr. VanRooyen and Dr. DeVilliers who provided wonderful care and compassion not only to Jay but our whole family; all emergency and Second Floor nursing staff (for their excellent care and warm shoulders to cry on); Michelle Bespalko, Leanne Poulin and Home Care Nurses; Loretta Manning, Palliative Volunteers that sat with Jay; Amy Thomson, Pharmacist and Shauna Gates, Pharmacy Technician at the St. Therese Health Centre.
A heartfelt thank you to Leanne and staff at Grace Gardens for their warmth and kindness while graciously guiding us through our final preparation and celebration of Jay’s life. We thank Pastor Kelly Sibley for his loving comfort during his hospital and home visits and the beautiful service he officiated. A thank you to DAC Catering staff for the wonderful meal they prepared.
With Deepest Appreciation, the family of Jay Evans
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