Erika Emilie Novak passed away peacefully with her daughter at her side at the West Parry Sound Health Centre on Saturday August 8th 2009. Age 79 years. Beloved wife of the late Alfred. Cherished mother of Catherine and her husband Mark Scissons. Predeceased by her parents and siblings in Germany. Fondly remembered by her sisters-in-law nieces nephews other relatives especially Martha Eckert Vern Eckert Ursula Babcock and Hilde Hassengier. Lovingly remembered by Heather and Dean. Family will receive visitors at the Logan Funeral Home 81 James Street Parry Sound (746-5855) on Wednesday August 12th between the hours of 7 - 9 P.M. Service in the Chapel on Thursday August 13th 2009 at 1:00 P.M. followed by a reception. As expressions of sympathy donations to the West Parry Sound Health Centre would be appreciated by the family.