Raymond A. Chastakoff

Ray passed away peacefully at the High River Hospital at the age of 76 after several years of suffering with COPD.  He was able to leave us with dignity on his own terms and we are extremely grateful to the team at MAID for their help, professionalism and guidance.  Ray was born in Saskatoon and moved to Calgary in the early sixties.  He embraced his love of music (especially country) and played bass for several years with various bands in Calgary.  Having first worked for White Ram Knitting, he then moved on to become a journeyman pipefitter through UA Local 496. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Cindy; and their special friend, Todd Carriere and his family.   He was predeceased by his parents; his son, Bob; and his beloved buddy, Gizmo.  Thank you also to the physicians and staff at the 3^rd Floor High River Hospital and to our wonderful friends for their support.  Ray was very adamant that no funeral be held, so an informal Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  If friends so desire, memorial donations can be made to a charity of your choice or to Claresholm Animal Rescue – CAReS, PO Box 2579 Claresholm, AB T0L 0T0 or to High River Health Foundation, 560 - 9th Ave, High River AB T1V 1B3.