Steve George LASTIWKA

STEVE GEORGE LASTIWKA
March 16, 1921 - August 22, 2011 'I'm Free' On August 22, 2011, Steve passed away peacefully at the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta. Predeceased by his wife, Marie in 2008, he is survived by his son, Barry (Rose); daughter, Cindy (Ron); grandchildren, Claressa (Senad) and Carly (Carl) and three great-grandchildren. He was also loved by his step-grandchildren, Jennifer and Michael. Born in Andrew, Alberta, Steve served in the Canadian Army during WWII. After the war, he worked for Canada Post until 1967. It was then that he pursued his passion and started Steve's Landscape Service. Steve loved trees and landscaping and actively promoted the Green Industry as president for both the Alberta and Canadian Nursery Trades Associations. His enthusiastic promotion of the horticulture industry garnered him the title of 'Mr. Green Survival'. He was instrumental in having Edmonton named as Canada's first Green Survival City in 1975. His other interests included horse racing, travelling, building bird houses and Ukrainian choir music. Steve lived a wonderful and full life and did not want grief over his passing. Instead he wanted us to celebrate the time we had together. There will be a Celebration of Steve's Life on Thursday, September 8, 2011 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Wellington Garden Centre, 13648 - 142 Street, Edmonton. Steve also wanted to thank all of the wonderful caregivers at the Millennium Pavilion and the various doctors and nurses who helped him with their compassion and professionalism. His last request was for all his friends to plant a tree in his memory. Vichnaya Pamyiat To send condolences, visit www.parkmemorial.com Park Memorial Edmonton 780-426-0050 Family Owned Funeral Home, Crematorium, Reception Centre