STILSON (PISKO)
LORETTA ANN STILSON passed away peacefully on Monday, July 23 at the age of 79. She was encircled in love by family and close friends during her last days and throughout her entire lifetime.
Loretta was predeceased by her beloved husband Gerald ‘Jerry’ Stilson, parents Anne Marie and Andrew Pisko, her brother Ed Pisko, her sister Florence Crilly and her lifelong friend, Laura Peake. She missed them greatly. Because of her faith, Loretta was comforted in knowing that she would be reunited with them in heaven.
She is survived by her children; Ted (Tania) Stilson, Ken Stilson, Leanne (Bill Ambrus); and her most cherished grandchildren; Brittany, Michael and Jerrie Ambrus; Matthew and Dylan Stilson.
Loretta lived her life with grace, forgiveness and selfless, unconditional love. She was known for her deep faith, her incredible hospitality and her delightful sense of humor. One of her favourite words of wisdom was ‘don’t assume’. Friends and family were Loretta’s love and joy.
Loretta was an incredible and loyal friend to many people throughout her life. The family would especially like to thank her dear friends Shannon (George) Lomas, Bev (Dave) Potter, Lil (Bob) Parkyn and Stan & Joan Pisko for their endless support and devotion. They brought much happiness to her life and she loved them dearly.
The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to Dr. Ireland and the exceptional palliative care team at St. Michael’s. You helped make her last days so peaceful, comfortable and dignified. Thanks also to Father Francis, Father Kevin and Sister Ivy. We were all blessed to have your support during her journey.
Loretta will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by all of us.
An informal, come and go, tribute will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Friday, July 26, 2013 from 7:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. with Sister Ivy McCann saying a prayer and sharing a few of Loretta’s favourite Bible verses at 8:00 P.M.
A regular mass at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405-12th Avenue South, Lethbridge on Saturday, July 27, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Francis Tran officiating, will be dedicated to the memory of Loretta.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Crohns Colitis Foundation would be appreciated. Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of Canada, 3100, 246 Stewart Green SW, Calgary, Alberta, T3H 3C8.
Honoured to serve the family, CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1. Telephone (403) 381-7777. E-mail: care@cornerstonefh.ca
