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- [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.
Two sons were born in Viking, Stanley in 1944 and Fredrick in 1947.
- [S778] RUZICKA, Fred.
Darryn ROSE was contacted by an unrelated individual named Tony MEDICI on 02 Jun 2016. He was looking Stanley's middle name. Darryn contacted Don ROSE and they were both unsuccessful in identifying the name. After following up with Tony, he indicated that he had talked to Fred on 02 Jun and it was Fred who informed us of the middle name of Edward.
- [S107] Obituary of Stan RUZICKA, (Name: Vancouver Sun; Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; Date: Abt. 04 Jun 2003;), Emailed by Don Rose on 04 Jun 2003. Also published on legacy.com.
RUZICKA _ Stan passed away peacefully at the Powell River Hospital on June 2, 2003 at the age of 58. He waged a four-year battle with cancer with courage, a sense of humour and plenty of witty one-liners. He never complained and taught us about getting on with life and living it to the fullest. He was the loving husband of Janet for 34 years, and the proud father of Lesley (Paul Craven) of Vancouver and Wendy (Ian Clarke) of Calgary. He is also survived by his mother Helen Ruzicka, and brother Fred (Patricia) Ruzicka, of Viking, AB; his mother-in-law Jessie Scott of Kimberley, B.C.; and many nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles, cousins, colleagues and friends. Born and raised in Viking, AB, Stan loved to play hockey. He played Junior A Hockey with the Flin Flon Bombers before joining the Nelson Maple Leafs. He attended Notre Dame University in Nelson and the University of Victoria. He was committed to the public education system and worked as a teacher, principal, and educational administrator for 32 years across British Columbia including stints in Canal Flats, Creston, Lac La Hache, Williams Lake, Vanderhoof, Trail, and Texada Island. Most recently he was the principal of Edgehill Elementary in Powell River where he took pride in knowing all of the students' names. Stan loved to fish, and to spend time at his cabin on Kootenay Lake where it was "always noon somewhere in the world". A Celebration of Stan's life will be held on June 6th at 4:00 p.m. at Edgehill Elementary. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the BC Cancer Foundation or the Powell River Hospital Foundation in memory of Stan Ruzicka. Special thanks to the nurses and medical staff at the Powell River Hospital who provided Stan with such excellent and loving care.
- [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.
Stan married Janet (Scott) of Kimberly, B.C. in 1968.
- [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
- [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.
- [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
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1944 - 2003 (58 years)
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