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- [S726] Obituary of Eugene Victor RUZICKA, (Name: Edmonton Journal; Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada; Date: 8 Feb 2011;).
RUZICKA, Eugene Victor 1923 - 2011 Mr. Eugene Ruzicka of Viking, Alberta passed away on Sunday, February 6, 2011 at the age of 87 years. Eugene is survived by his four daughters: Judy Sturek, Marie (Jim) MacLeod, Donna (Rudy) Cornet and Colleen, five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, one brother Henry (Gena), one sister Agnes Palek as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his loving wife Margaret in 2003, one son-in-law Len Sturek, two brothers Lou and Ed and one sister Clara. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Holy Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church, Viking, Alberta on Thursday, February 10, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Nilo Macapinlac, Celebrant. Internment at Prague Cemetery, Viking, Alberta. Donations may be made to the Prague Cemetery Fund, Box 762, Viking, AB T0B 4N0. Viking Funeral Services Ltd. 780-336-4842
Published in The Edmonton Journal on Feb. 8, 2011
- [S144] Obituary of Helen Mary RUZICKA, (Name: Edmonton Journal; Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada; Date: 3 Aug 2008;).
RUZICKA, Helen Mary (nee Simon) 1917 - 2008 Our much loved Mom and Granny passed away in Viking, AB on August 1, 2008 at the age of 90. She will be greatly missed by her son Fred and daughter-in-law Patricia; her daughter-in law Janet; her granddaughters Kelly (Trent), Carrie, Lesley (Paul) and Wendy (Ian); her great-grandchildren Matthew, Cayla, Ryan, and Kate; her large extended family; and many friends. She was also dearly loved by the Cunningham family as their ``Canadian Granny``. She was predeceased by her husband Ed, to whom she was married for 53 years, in 1994, and by her son, Stan, in 2003. Helen was born and grew up in Killam, AB. She was proud to have received her nursing degree at Edmonton General Hospital. After marrying Ed in 1941, she became a Viking resident and supported Ed as ``Ruzicka Trucking`` grew. She was tremendously proud of her sons and their families and their accomplishments throughout life. She was a wonderful cook and entertainer, an accomplished gardener, and a keen card player. She loved to welcome people into her home. Helen loved to travel and was always up for an adventure. She had a tremendously positive outlook and saw beauty wherever she looked. Helen derived much comfort from her faith. She was a long-time parishioner at Holy Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Viking and a member of the Catholic Women's League. A Prayer Vigil will be held on Monday, August 4th at 7:00 p.m. at the Holy Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Viking. A funeral service will be held Tuesday, August 5th at 11:00 a.m. at the Holy Heart of Mary. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Vialta Lodge (Alta-Vi or Club 93) where Helen lived happily amongst friends for 7 years. Viking Funeral Services Ltd. 1-780-336-4842
- [S741] 1921 Census of Canada, Alberta, District No. 12, Enumeration Sub-District No. 18, Sixth Census of Canada Schedule; Online Images, District No. 12 - Victoria, Enumeration Sub-District No. 18 in Iron Creek Municipality, Viking Village, Page 15.
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- [S833] Canada, Voters Lists, 1935-1980, Year: 1940 Location: Camrose, Alberta, Canada Electoral District: Camrose.
65 Ruzicka, Edward, son, Viking.
- [S1225] 1931 Census of Canada, Alberta, Electoral District No. 217, Camrose, Enumeration Sub-District No. 77, Seventh Census of Canada Schedule; Online Images, Municipality of Iron Creek 46-13.
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- [S915] Alberta, Canada, Marriages Index,1898-1942.
Name: Edward J Ruzicka
Gender: Male
Marriage Date: 1941
Marriage Place: Killam, Alberta, Canada
Spouse: Helen M. Simon
- [S1392] 1916 Census of Canada, Alberta, District No. 43 Victoria, Sub District No. 12, Enumeration District No. 12 in Township 46, Range 13, W 4th, Census of Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta Schedule; Online Images, Page 23.
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- [S833] Canada, Voters Lists, 1935-1980, Observations on this document... * Louis PRATT was employed as a waiter at 50 years old? Not impossible, but still odd. * Why is Bessie PRATT enumerated by herself and without John? * Vincent SLAVIK's profession is "gentleman"?.
Name: VARIOUS
Residence Date: 1968
Residence Place: Battle River, Alberta, Canada
Electoral District: Battle River
Reference Number: M-6148
- [S80] RUZICKA, Lesley A, Email of 12 Apr 2001.
my grandpa Edward J. Ruzicka (who you have recorded as 24 Nov 1915) was actually born on 25 Nov 1915
- [S300] Viking in Progress, Volume II, (Name: Viking History Book Committee; Location: Viking, Alberta, Canada; Date: 1991;), Page 893, EDWARD RUZICKA FAMILY by Helen Ruzicka.
He was born at Viking on November 24, 1915...
- [S1216] Obituary of Henry Joseph RUZICKA, (Name: Viking Funeral Services; Location: Viking, Beaver, Alberta, Canada; Date: Abt. 25 Feb 2023;).
Henry Joseph Ruzicka
August 29 th , 1927 – February 23 rd , 2023
Henry Ruzicka, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully at the Viking Extendicare on February 23, 2023 at the age of 95.
Henry was born in Viking, Alberta on August 29, 1927, to parents John and Emily Ruzicka.
Henry grew up on a farm southwest of Viking in the Prague District. He loved the farm life, from a very young age he took an interest in horses, soon after he started buying, selling and training them. His favorite breed of course was Percherons.
On May 26, 1953, Henry married the love of his life, Gina Petrzelka. They were married for 69 years and together they had 5 children, Shirley, Cathy, John, Karen and Gord. His calm demeanour and fun-loving personality made him a wonderful husband, father, and
grandfather. All the children and grandchildren have numerous loving stories all demonstrating his gentle nature and love of his family. Many memories were made and lessons learned from working with him and the horses on the farm. Henry made sure each child had a saddle horse to ride around the farm, in shows and at 4H events. The family’s summers were filled with showing their 6-horse hitch at fairs and parades all around Alberta, including Klondike Days and the Calgary Stampede. During the remainder of the year Henry loved thrashing, feeding cattle, and giving sleigh rides to family, friends, and various clubs. When Gord and John took over showing the Percherons, Henry and Gina loved to attend these shows with them to help out
and cheer them on.
Henry enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, he always made sure everyone knew they were welcome to stop by for a coffee, meal or a family gathering, the more the merrier. Every visit included some time for telling jokes, as he loved to make everyone laugh!
Over the years Henry, Gina and their family enjoyed trips to Montana, Las Vegas, Banff, B.C. and Disneyland.
Henry belonged to the Viking Ag Society, the Percheron Association and the Viking Knights of Columbus.
Henry and Gina lived on the family farm until 2007 when they retired and bought a house in Viking. In 2017 Henry moved into the Viking Extendicare.
Henry will remain forever in the hearts of his wife Gina, children Shirley (Gord) Reithmayer, John (Karen) Ruzicka, Karen (Rob) Thompson, Gord (Shannon) Ruzicka, his grandchildren Benjie (Joan) Jacobson, Wanda (Mark) Loades, Stacey Ruzicka (Shane), Nikki Fossum, Whitney Langton, Cody Thompson, Megan Thompson, Blayne Ruzicka, Nicole (Cody) Woodbury, Dailynn Ruzicka, Halley Ruzicka, 10 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Henry was predeceased by his daughter Cathy, parents John and Emily, brothers Ed (Helen), Lou (Molly) and Eugene (Margaret), sisters Clara (Art) Lansing and Agnes (Leo) Palek.
The Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday March 4, 2023 at the Holy Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church in Viking, Alberta, with the burial following at the Prague Cemetery.
He was a man strong in his faith, may his soul rest in peace.
In Appreciation
The family would like to thank everyone that stopped in to visit, brought food and flowers, gave donations, and sent their condolences over the past couple of weeks, it was greatly appreciated.
A special thanks to:
- The Viking Extendicare staff for all their care and compassion during Henry’s final few weeks.
- All the doctors who cared for Henry over the years.
- Father Robert Lee, Greg and Lynn Ruzicka and everyone who helped make the mass and burial service possible.
- Viking Funeral home for the professional and caring way they helped us through this difficult time.
- Donna’s Food With Flair for catering a wonderful lunch.
- [S80] RUZICKA, Lesley A, Email of 12 Apr 2001.
He passed away in October 1994
- [S543] Prague Catholic Cemetery (Viking, Beaver, Alberta, Canada), Grave Markers.
RUZICKA, Edward, 1915 - 1994; Helen, 1917 [- 2008]
- [S925] Montana, U.S., County Marriage Records, 1865-1993.
Name: John G H Ruzicka
Gender: Male
Marriage Age: 26
Record Type: Marriage
Birth Year: abt 1886
Marriage Date: 30 Oct 1912
Marriage Place: Columbia Falls, Montana, USA
Father: John W Ruzicka
Mother: Josephine Nohejl
Spouse: Emily Rose Hellman
Film Number: 001902479
DGS: 004350527
- [S300] Viking in Progress, Volume II, (Name: Viking History Book Committee; Location: Viking, Alberta, Canada; Date: 1991;), Page 893, EDWARD RUZICKA FAMILY by Helen Ruzicka.
Ed married Helen Simon from Killam... in 1941.
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