Julius URBAN

URBAN, JULIUS Julius Urban passed away on March 4, 2009 in Edmonton at the age of 80 years after a brief illness. He will be deeply missed by his sons Vic (Tara) of Calgary, Mark (Rosalie), Ron and Arnie all of Edmonton, and his loving companion Rose Danyluk. He leaves grandchildren, Brendan, Amie, Kurtis, Ruth, Ethan, Bethany and Lucas. He was predeceased by his wife Maria and his brothers Ambrose, Herman and Felix. Julius was born in Hochweissen Czechoslovakia on April 4, 1928 on a small farm. After being displaced to Germany he elected to immigrate to Canada in 1952. He travelled from coast to coast, worked at numerous occupations and settled in Edmonton. He married Maria in 1955 and raised a family, then retired as a Journeyman insulator. After Maria passed away in 1992 he began to pursue his other passions, in particular tree farming to raise exotic fruits and vines. Through his love of dancing he met Rose and his last years were made wonderful through travelling and entertaining with her. Prayers were held Friday March 6 at 7:00 p.m. at Appel Funeral Home, 10530 - 116 Street, Edmonton. Funeral Service, Saturday March 7 at 10:00 a.m. St. Matthews Catholic Church 13131 - 86 Street Edmonton. To send condolences go to ash@appelfuneralhomes.com. In lieu of flowers donate to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Published in the Calgary Herald from 3/6/2009- 3/7/2009