JOHN ALFRED WASTELL

John Alfred Wastell, of Calgary, Alta., passed away peacefully on Friday, Jan. 9, 2015 surrounded by his family.
John was born Aug. 18, 1939 in Fort Frances, Ont. He attended St. Mary’s School and Fort Frances High School, graduating from Grade 13.
John and his dad ran the Wastell Electric store on Portage Avenue.
In 1975, he and his dad moved to B.C., where he met his future wife, Myrna. They eventually settled in Calgary.
John was predeceased by his parents, Alfred and Jessie.
He is survived by his wife, Myrna; children, Owen (Jana), Caitlin (James), and Devin (Meagan); and grandchildren, Chase, Jaida, and Jackson.
He also is survived by his sister, Helen (John E.) Patterson of International Falls, Mn. and family.
John will be remembered for his passion for hockey (especially the Canucks), his love of history, and his gentle demeanor.
His profound memory for big band and hymn music frequently prompted him to break into song at the least provocation.
In our hearts now and forever; an angel on your shoulder.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015 at 11 a.m. at the Church of the Ascension.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting in memoriam donations be made out to the Calgary Children’s Hospital.