FRIESEN, Jacob

 FRIESEN, Jacob

 
Jacob Friesen was born on April 11, 1932 in Saskatchewan and passed away on May 19, 2011 in Calgary, Alberta.  He is survived by his loving wife Nancy; children Ron, Melody, Deborah and Wesley; brothers Sandy and Pete; sisters Elsie, Mary, Ann, and Marg; and his loyal friend Max.  Jacob was predeceased by his brothers Hank, George and Ben; and sister Tina.  Jacob lived in and was proud to work for the City of Calgary, and retired in Strathmore.  He loved watching hockey, camping, reading crime novels, playing horseshoes, and tic-tacs.  A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, May 28, 2011 at Nancy’s home, commencing at 12:00 p.m.  For more information, please call Melody at 403-269-4084.  To send condolences, please visit www.wheatlandfuneralhome.ca.  WHEATLAND FUNERAL HOME LTD. (Strathmore) in care of arrangements. 403-934-5666.