Ireneusz GODZIC

GODZIC, Ireneusz "Irek" 1944 - 2008 Irek was born in Winiary, Poland on November 22, 1944. Our beloved father died peacefully on Tuesday, November 11, 2008 in Calgary at the age of 63. He was predeceased by his loving wife Krystyna in 1994 and his father Stanislaw in 2008. He is survived by and will be dearly missed by his sons Robert (Colette) and Jarek; five grandchildren, Christopher, Ashlee, Chelsea, Bri-ann and Michael; his mother, Irena; his sister and three brothers; nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends. Irek was active with his involvement in the Polish community. He devoted his time to music; playing the accordion as well as other instruments and his passion for his grandchildren. Irek immigrated to Canada in 1978 to establish a better future for his family. He had recently retired and continued his active lifestyle while enjoying several new ventures that life had offered him. Irek lived life to the fullest as he valued his many friendships and helped anyone who was in need. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayer Services and Tributes at FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL, 3220 - 4 Street N.W., Calgary (across from Queen's Park Cemetery) on Monday, November 17, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at Our Lady Queen of Peace Polish Catholic Church, 2111 Uxbridge Drive N.W., Calgary, Alberta on Wednesday, November 19, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. with Interment to follow at Queen's Park Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.mem.com . FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORIUM. Telephone: 403-297-0888 Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial Published in the Calgary Herald from 11/14/2008- 11/16/2008