Haws, George

GEORGE E. HAWS, beloved husband of Gail Haws of 58 years, passed away at St. Michael's Palliative Care on January 29, 2017 at the age of 84 years.

Besides his wife Gail, he is lovingly remembered by his three children: daughter Terry Haws-Webb of Pitt Meadows, BC, daughter Gayleen Haws of Calgary, AB, and son Ronald Haws (Velvet Kavanagh) of Nelson, BC; his grandchildren: Jonathan Huxtable, Jennifer Huxtable, and Sarah Huxtable whom he loved so dearly; George's older brother Tom who he forever admired, sister Peggy Weaver, brother Dick Haws; stepsisters: Dona, Debbie and Dee; stepbrother Don and Eddie; George's many nieces and nephews, some that he has lovingly watched grow up, Heidi Bryson, Sandy Cesselli, Cosette Krawec, and Jody Haws, Tom Haws and Daryl Haws.

George was a member of the Operating Engineers for 50 years. His hand working ethics began at an early age when he started work at Douglas Lake Ranch in B.C Then working on the Tug Boats at the age of 17.

He loved the challenge of changing careers and was never afraid of trying something new. He went on to work on every Dam built in B.C. His creativity included his love of photography and his drawings. Reading was one of his favourite past times. He always loved to learn new skills and learned how to install a new bath tub, and to build a new deck. He was a multi talented man who never knew the word can't. A very special thank you to Dr. Zielke his Cardiologist who gave him an extra four years of quality life. Her caring and unbelievable knowledge gave George and Gail the best four years. Thank you to Dr. Zielke's wonderful staff that made us feel like part of the family. Also a Thank you to Dr. Oviatt for his wisdom and resources in helping George. Thank you to Matt and the other nurses on the 4^th floor of Chinook Regional Hospital.

Thanks to Dr. Ireland, Dr. Smuts, and Dr. Stewart at St. Michael's Palliative Care. To Celeste, Janet, Jennifer and the other wonderful caring nurses that were so understanding and so helpful during this trying time. Thank you to Father Kevin for his guidance in planning George's funeral.

A special thanks to Travis at Cornerstone Funeral Home for his help with plans for the cremation.

George will be missed but will never be forgotten.

A Memorial Mass will be held at OUR LADY OF ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405- 12^th Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, March 25^th, 2017 at 2:00 P.M. with Father Kevin Tumback, Celebrant.