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William Shane Waring — 1981-2005

William Shane Waring passed away at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital after a brief illness, on Sunday, March 27, 2005, at the age of 24 years.
Shane is the beloved son of Marciele and Dan Simard of Fort Macleod. Shane was born in Fort Macleod on March 16, 1981 and was special from the day he was born.
Shane’s battle with two brain tumours left him mentally and physically disabled. Despite the hardships over the years, Shane still enjoyed the little things in life. They brought a smile to his face, especially seeing things like cows and “chickens” (Shane considered all birds’ chickens). He also loved noisy toys, kids, food from “Donalds” and loved his “Tic Tac Taz” toy.
Shane loved to give hugs and kisses, and his eyes would light up every time he saw his Grandpa, Uncle Henry, Uncle Todd or cousin Jacky, when any of them would walk into the room and talk to him. He was especially fond of his brother Cole egging him on and into trouble.
He was thought of as a little boy, never as an adult, because of his child like innocence. We have comfort in the knowledge that his hardships are over and that he is walking, running and chasing his great Auntie Dove around, with Gerrit (who would be turning up his nose) and Aunty Toots watching on telling them to settle down.
Shane is survived by his loving parents Marciele and Dan Simard and by his younger brother Cole Waring. He is also survived by his grandparents Jim and Dawn Caughlin of Fort Macleod; his great grandma Annis Caughlin of Abernathy, Sask.; his Aunty Shannon and Uncle Henry and cousins: Hank, Ros, Jacky, Janice and Jordan Van Hierden of Fort Macleod; his uncle Todd (Joella) Caughlin of San Antonio, Texas and by other relatives.
Shane was predeceased by his great grandpa Henry Caughlin, his special great aunts Theresa Wheeler (Dove) and Althea Jordan (Toots) and by his cousin Gerrit Van Hierden.
A memorial service will be held at Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod on Wednesday, March 30, 2005, at 10 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Shane’s memory to Southern Alberta Community Living Association, 401 21A St.N., Lethbridge, Alta. T1H 6L6.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Kay Materi — 1919-2005

Kay Materi passed away peacefully at the Self Care Unit in Fort Macleod on March 27, 2005, at the age of 85 years.
The middle of 11 children, Katherine (Katie) was born at Revenue, Sask. on Nov. 24, 1919, to John and AnnaMarie Usselman. In 1940 she married Balzer Materi and they moved to Prelate, Sask. where they farmed for many years.
She moved to Saskatoon in 1967 where she operated a daycare in her home to the delight of all the children who knew her as “Auntie Kay.” She came to Fort Macleod in 1980 and became the owner/operator of “Kome Kleen Launderette” for a number of years. Following that, she sold her baking in Standoff right up until her stroke 18 months ago. A highlight for her was a phone call from Walter Gretzky with words of encouragement.
Kay is survived by five children, Valeria (Andy) Salonen of St. George, Ont., Mervyn (Ada) Materi of Medicine Hat, Bernadette (Dave) McNab of Fort Macleod, Dale Materi (Peggy), Annette Materi (Wade) of Saskatoon, Sask.; 11 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren; her sister Fran Langen; sister-in-law Rose Usselman; brother-in-law Tom Reis; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was many things to many people. Her family knew that they were always the most important people in her life. We will all remember her as a generous woman with a remarkably positive attitude, a bubbly personality and a tremendous sense of humour, always ready to lend a hand or have a song and dance. She was a person who lived out her faith life, loving people and accepting them with unconditional love. She had a “love of life” that was infectious and lived every moment like it was her last.
We will miss her hugs.
A funeral mass will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 2816 Third Ave., Fort Macleod on Wednesday, March 30, 2005, at 2 p.m. with Father Maurice Joly officiating. Interment in Union Cemetery.
A visitation was held at Holy Cross Church on Tuesday, March 29, 2005, at 6:30 p.m. followed by a prayer service at 7 p.m.
Memorial donations may be made in Kay’s memory to the Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation, No. 207, 542 - Seventh St. S., Lethbridge, T1J 2H1 (or c/o the Fort Macleod drug stores), or to the Fort Macleod Handibus, Box 881, Fort Macleod, Alta. TOL OZO.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Muriel Day — 1922-2005

Muriel Josephine Day, beloved wife of the late Bill Day of Fort Macleod, died March 23, 2005, at the age of 82.
Muriel was born in Lethbridge on Nov. 24, 1922, to Fred and Beatrice Thaell, Fred being a tailor and clothier in Lethbridge. The family moved to Fort Macleod where Muriel was educated and worked at Price’s Rexall Drug Store.
She married Bill, her high school sweetheart, in May 1945 in a dress made of wartime parachute silk. She took great pleasure in her dress being worn by her granddaughter in 1999.
Bill and Muriel lived briefly in Lethbridge and then returned to Fort Macleod where Bill worked and Muriel lived out her calling as mother and homemaker, although she enjoyed working casually with her brother and sister-in-law, Ted and Kay, at Thaell’s Men’s and Ladies&Mac226; Wear.
Until Bill’s passing in 1992, he and Muriel were a great team. They loved family times, gardening together, camping, and trips with friends Mac and Grace Kennedy.
Muriel was a member of Trinity United Church, and especially enjoyed Lewis Auxiliary. Muriel was an excellent cook, baker and knitter; family and community being the appreciative recipients.
Muriel took great pleasure in her grandchildren and little great grandchildren. She was proud of her close family and often boasted that you couldn’t tell which kids were Bob’s and which were Sharon’s.
Muriel is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Sharon and Ric Swihart of Lethbridge; son and daughter-in-law Bob and Cathie Day of Fort Macleod; grandchildren Jason and Geordie Day; Kristin, Lissa, Bryn and Kalyn Swihart; Heidi and Shawn Davis and their children Brinley, Luke and Nate; her sister and brother-in-law Doris and Jack Davis of Spruce Grove; by the Days, Jeannie, Gordon, Grant and Evelyn; and by all her special nieces and nephews.
Although it was hard to leave her home, Muriel returned to Lethbridge in October 2004 and enjoyed the staff and residents at Sunrise Village.
Thank you family, friends, and health professionals for your love and care.
Cremation. Family celebration.

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Eileen Allen — 1924-2005

Eileen Allen passed away at the Didsbury Hospital on Saturday, March 26, 2005, at the age of 80 years.
Eileen was born on Sept. 16, 1924 to Bert and Nellie Bradshaw in San Mateo, California. She was raised in Fort Macleod, where she took her schooling.
She married Wilfred Allen in Fort Macleod in 1956. They lived on a farm south of Fort Macleod and raised three children, Barbara Paul, Karen Dick and Rodney.
Wilfred and Eileen moved to the Sundre area in 1980 and then to the Didsbury area in 1994, where they reside on an acreage with their oldest daughter and son-in-law.
Eileen loved working with crafts and enjoyed her flower beds.
Eileen is survived by her husband Wilfred, three children Barbara (George), Karen, and Rodney (Kelly) all of Didsbury; five grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her parents, four sisters, and two brothers.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, April 1, 2005, at Mountain View Funeral Chapel, Didsbury. Interment will follow at the Didsbury Cemetery.
Arrangements entrusted to Mountain View Funeral Chapel, Didsbury. Phone: 403-335-4773.

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Robert Emmett Burke — 1919-2005

Robert Emmett (Bob) Burke passed away at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital on March 19, 2005, at the age of 85 years. Bob is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 62 years, Dorothy Burke; his daughter Karen (Robert) Dawson and his sons Robert (Susan) and Patrick (Colleen).
He was very proud of his five grandchildren, Michael, Danny, Camille, Courtney and Sean. Bob is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his sister Mary and brother-in-law William Stadnicki; brother James and sister-in-law Bessie Burke; brothers Edmund, Billie, John Jr. and Richard; and by his parents John and Anna Burke.
Bob was born Dec. 11, 1919, in Macleod, the fourth child of John and Anna Burke. He received his education at the separate and public schools in Macleod.
His interest and participation in sports started at an early age that lasted until his passing. Bob played baseball and hockey at every opportunity. His fondest memories were of playing goal for the Macleod “Blue Boys” intermediate and senior hockey teams.
Bob enlisted in the Canadian Army at the outbreak of World War Two, serving with the 31st R.E.C.E and overseas with the 4th Division, Southern Alberta Regiment.
Before going overseas he married the love of his life, the former Dorothy Gilboe of Macleod at St. Mary’s Cathedral in Calgary in 1943. Returning in 1946 they continued to reside in Macleod to raise their family and live. Bob was employed by the CPR and continued his involvement in sports and youth organizations, volunteering in Little League Baseball, the Cub and Scout movement and played and coached hockey locally.
In July 1959 Bob was seriously injured working as a CPR trainman. His right leg was amputated, with recovery taking 53 days at the High River Hospital and the following year rehabilitating at the Workmen’s Compensation Clinic in Edmonton.
Bob, with his strong religious faith, determination and the undaunting support from Dorothy, was able to recover and return to work with the CPR. He continued to dedicate his time to community organizations.
Bob retired in 1981 from the CPR as the assistant chief clerk in Lethbridge. He was a life member of the Elks Lodge No. 129, Exalted Ruler (1950).
Bob’s biggest passion, after family, was the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 46. He served on the local executive for 18 years, president from 1979-’80, Zone 1 Commander in 1966, District 6 Commander from 1983 to 1989. He was awarded the Legion’s highest honour, “Palm Leaf Meritorious Service Medal” on Dec. 16, 1996, for outstanding devotion to the aims and objects of the Royal Canadian Legion.
One of his proudest moments was when he was selected by the Fort Macleod Chamber of Commerce as Citizen of the Year in 1965, for his community service.
Bob served on the board of directors of the Macleod Savings and Credit Union. He was a devout member of Holy Cross Church and served as the parish’s bookkeeper for many years.
Bob spent the last 2 1/2 years at the Extendicare facility in Fort Macleod. He deeply appreciated the care that was given to him. Thank you to the staff and visitors.
Funeral mass will be celebrated at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Fort Macleod, on Wednesday, March 23, 2005, at 10:30 a.m. with Father A. Fermo officiating.
A prayer service was held at Holy Cross Church on Tuesday, March 22, 2005, at 7:30 p.m. Interment in Union Cemetery.
If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Bob’s memory to 2309 Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps, Fort Macleod, c/o Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 46, Box 697, Fort Macleod, T0L 0Z0.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Lawrence Thomas — 1925-2005

Lawrence Thomas of Fort Macleod passed away, with most of his children by his side, on Tuesday, March 8, 2005, at the age of 80 years.
Lawrence was born at Kamsack, Sask. and then moved to Dixonville, Alta. where he resided until 1971 when he moved the family to Fort Macleod.
Lawrence was predeceased by his dad and mother, Alfred and Margaret Thomas; one son Vernon and by his sister Adora Bartusack.
He is survived by his loving children: Larry (Judy), Gerald (Donna), Wesley (Nettie) of Fort Macleod; Margaret (Jim), Kelly (Lorraine) and Lenny, Queen Charlotte Islands; Nelson (Colleen) of Meadow Lake, Sask. and Laura Lee (Lyle) of Okanagan Falls, B.C.; his grandchildren: Trevor (Lisa) Condrotte, Jeff, Trina (Nigel), Nathan, Ryan, Amber, Brandon and Kayla, Michelle, Nicole, Rebecca, Calvin and Cory Thomas, Natasha and Duane Marie; great grandchildren: Kess and Darcy Condrotte and Rosina Thomas; one sister Minnie Erickson of Peace River; Raymond (Marion) Thomas and by several nieces and nephews.
At Lawrence’s request, there will be no funeral service. If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Lawrence’s memory to The Canadian Cancer Society, c/o the Fort Macleod drug stores.
Eden’s Funeral Home assisting the family.

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Rev. Glen S. Lemon — 2005

The death of Rev. S. Glen Lemon of the Woolastook Manor, Gagetown, N.B., husband of the late Barbara Ruth (Redmond) Lemon, occurred on Sunday, Feb. 13, 2005, at his residence.
Born in Shaunovan, Sask., he was the son of the late George and Jessie (Johnson) Lemon.
Rev. Lemon joined the Royal Canadian Navy in June 1946 and was honourably discharged in 1967 at the rank of Chief Petty Officer First Class. During this time, while stationed at Stadacona and Shearwater, he served on a number of Her Majesty’s Canadian Ships, including Nabob, Pincher, Magnificent and the Bonaventure.
In 1969 he graduated from Pine Hill Divinity Hall and was ordained into the United Church of Canada, ministering with churches in Port Hood, N.S.; Salt Springs, N.S.: Barrington, N.S.: Tabusintac, N.B.; Dalhousie, N.B.; Waterville, Que.; Westfield, N.B.; and Perth Andover, N.B., where he retired in 1992.
During his career he also served as Padre of CFS Barrington, CFB Greenwood and was the Squadron Commander of the Cadets Squadron No. 866 in Dalhousie and Campbellton.
Following retirement he worked as a supply minister for various churches in Saint John and as Hospital Chaplain for the Saint John Regional Hospital.
He is survived by one son, Stewart Lemon (Michele) of Montreal; two daughters, Lizabeth Lemon-Mitchell (Raymond) of Summerville, N.B. and Barbara Jean Nelson (Walter) of Nova Scotia; two sisters, Jean McCall of Fort Macleod and Ruby Carling of Mission, B.C.; sister-in-law Beryl Rogers of Fredericton; four grandchildren, Barbara Ann Smith, Kyle Lemon, Nicholas Mitchell and Rosalynd Mitchell; one great grandson, Ethan Smith; and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his sister, Mildred Campbell.
By request there was be no visiting at the funeral home. A memorial service was held at St. James United Church, Perth Andover, N.B. on Friday, Feb. 18, 2005, at 1 p.m. Interment will take place at the Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Perth Andover in the spring.
Remembrances to the Alzheimer Society of New Brunswick or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of New Brunswick would be appreciated.
Arrangements under the direction of Oromocto Select Community Funeral Home, 108 Winnebago Street, Oromocto, N.B. Phone 506-357-5100 or visit www.oromoctofh.com.

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Aubrey Allan Heward — 1941-2005

Aubrey Allan Heward, aged 64 years, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2005, after having suffered a massive stroke.
He was the beloved husband of Betty, of Granum, loving father of Linda (Rob) Olsen and Cheryl (Tom) Simanton. He is also survived by four grandchildren, Joshua, Cale, Braeden and Talynn; two brothers, Lorne (Audrey) Heward and Bev (Nancy) Heward; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Allan was predeceased by his parents, Jack and Winnie Heward and his sister Myrna.
He worked at Safeway Shelter Systems for 18 years and the Claresholm Care Centre for the past 24 years.
The family would like to thank everyone for their support, especially the staff at the Foothills Hospital, Calgary for their excellent care of our husband, father, grandfather and brother.
If desired, donations may be made to the Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation (1825 Park Road S.E., Calgary, T2G 3Y6).
Services were held on Monday, Feb. 7, 2005, at 2 p.m. at Leyden’s Funeral Home, Claresholm, with Rev. Aldeen McKay officiating.
Arrangements entrusted to Leyden’s Funeral Home, Director of Services, 4079 First Street West, Claresholm. Phone 625-3212 or www.leydens.com.

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Dorothy Boutland — 1933-2005

Dorothy Boutland Iitstsinimaki (Holds Down Enemy Woman) of Fort Macleod went to join her Creator on Sunday, Jan. 30, 2005, at the age of 72 years.
A wake service will be held at Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod on Friday, Feb. 4, 2005, from 7-9 p.m.
The funeral service will be held at the Fort Macleod Elks Hall on Saturday, Feb. 5, 2005, at 2 p.m. with Archdeacon Sidney Black officiating. Interment in Union Cemetery.

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Ole Johnson — 1915-2005

Ole Johnson of Fort Macleod, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 22, 2005, at the age of 89 years. Ole was born in Mountrail, North Dakota on April 24, 1915.
Ole is survived by his wife of 61 years, Florence; his four daughters, Annabell (Jens) Sorensen, Beryl (Berny) Zoratti, Charlotte (Roy) Lewko and Yvonne Johnson; eight grandchildren and nine great grandchildren; one sister and numerous nieces and nephews.
A funeral service for Ole was held on Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2005, at Trinity United Church, Fort Macleod with Rev. Aldeen McKay officiating. Interment in Union Cemetery.
If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Ole’s memory to the Alzheimer Society, 161, 200 Fourth Ave. S., Lethbridge, T1J 4C9.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Floyd Earl Jones — 1917-2005

Floyd Earl Jones of Fort Macleod passed away in Lethbridge on Thursday, Jan. 27, 2005, at the age of 87 years.
Floyd was born April 1, 1917 and was raised in Sundial and then moved to a farm south of Fort Macleod. He moved into Fort Macleod in 1958.
Floyd worked for Crestwood Plywood, Department of Highways, Jerry’s Trading Post and the laundromat. He enjoyed puzzles, dancing, playing cards and also enjoyed main street and his friends while sitting in his car.
Floyd is survived by his children: Emily (Alan) Douglas, Delmer (Dell-Ann) Jones, Melvin (Janet) Jones, Gloria Betts, Yvette (Neil) Thielen and Noreen (Donald) Papp; 15 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren; his sister Faye Trofanenko; his brother Raymond Jones and his many special friends.
Floyd was predeceased by his parents Elmer and Essie Jones; his brothers, Forrest Jones and Harold Jones; his sister Ruby Oseen and by two grandchildren, Clint Jordan and Rizpah Feldman.
An open house was held at the Knights of Columbus Hall, Fort Macleod on Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2005, from 1-6 p.m.
If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Floyd’s memory to The Salvation Army, 1218 Second Ave. S., Lethbridge, T1J 0E3.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Melvin Donald Richardt — 1945-2005

Melvin Donald Richardt died suddenly at his residence in Golden on Thursday, Jan. 20, 2005 at the age of 59 years.
A funeral service was held from Trinity Lutheran Church, Golden on Tuesday, Jan. 25 with Pastor Ron Tabbert officiating. Pallbearers were Don Howe, Gord Mather, Dave Ward, Tom Loader, Ken Hamilton, Andrew Sommerville, Laird Pittman and Brian Moyer. Honorary pallbearers were John Macintosh, Rob Friesen, Glen Friesen, David Friesen, Jay Barlow, Gordon Butler, Philip Eckman and Neil Eckman. Cremation followed the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the B.C. Heart and Stroke Foundation, 2nd Floor, 1212 West Broadway, Vancouver, B.C. V6H 3Y2 or to the Canadian Cancer Society, c/o Box 478, Golden, B.C. V0A 1H0, in memory of Melvin.
Melvin was born in Pincher Creek on March 14, 1945, and had been a resident of Golden since 1971. He was a member of the Kinsmen Club and K-40 Clubs of Golden. Melvin liked to travel and do exploring, but especially enjoyed returning home to his yard which was his pride and joy.
He loved time spent with his family, especially family picnics. Melvin loved his job and most importantly loved to tell jokes and play pranks on his family and friends.
Melvin was predeceased by his father Henry in 1982, brother Elmer in 1987, father-in-law Edgar Eckman in 1979, mother-in-law Jessie Eckman in 1988 and brother-in-law Wayne Eckman in 2002.
He is survived by his loving wife Pat of Golden; daughter Laura (Andrew) Sommerville of Calgary; mother Ida Richardt of Fort Macleod, sister Doreen (Cleon) Friesen of Lethbridge; sisters-in-law Eva Richardt of Medicine Hat and Rose Eckman of Kimberley; brothers-in-law Neil (Erika) Eckman of Calgary and Philip Eckman of Toronto and sister-in-law Janice Eckman of Revelstoke as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and a host of good friends.
Arrangements were in the care of Hindman Bowers Funeral Home, Golden.

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Gerald Henry Anderson — 1953-2005

Gerald Henry Anderson, beloved husband of Lynn Anderson of Fort Macleod, passed away on Monday, Jan. 17, 2005, at the age of 51 years.
Gerald was born Sept. 8, 1953, in Fort Saskatchewan.
Gerald is survived by his loving wife Lynn; his children Robert Anderson and Tanya Anderson; his grandchildren Gage and Rodney; his brothers Ronnie (Sandra) Rossum and Norman (Pam) Rossum; and by his sister Marcella (Bob) Skene.
A memorial service was held at Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod on Monday, Jan. 24, 2005, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Aldeen McKay officiating.
If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Gerald’s memory to The Schizophrenia Society, 426 Sixth St. S., Lethbridge, T1J 2C9.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Eleonora (Lee) Pauw Aycock — 1921-2005

On Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2005, Eleonora (Lee) Pauw Aycock passed away peacefully at her home in Vernon, B.C. after a brief battle with cancer.
Lee is survived by her five children, Burl, Bill, Bob, Zan and Elizabeth; 11 grandchildren; and three great grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her husband Haley West Aycock in 1991.
Lee’s life was filled with adventure, discovery and accomplishment. She was born in The Netherlands in 1921. In 1926, the Pauw family emigrated to Canada and, shortly thereafter, settled in Seattle, Washington.
Always one to get involved, Lee enlisted in the armed services during the Second World War and it was in the service that she met Haley whom she eventually married in 1948.
This is when life’s real adventures began. In between giving birth to and raising five energetic children, Haley’s plans for Lee included cattle ranching in Florida, Texas, northern British Columbia and southern Alberta as well as deep-sea fishing in Washington, California and the Grand Cayman Island. Wherever they were, Lee and Haley made a happy and loving home for their children.
As soon as the youngest of the children was off to university, Haley and Lee purchased a motorhome and spent three years traveling this great country.
They retired to Texas (Haley’s birthplace) where they were lucky to have spent many years with family and friends golfing, fishing and racing horses. Lee was particularly proud of her participation as a founder, actress and director with the Hill Country Community Theatre, theatre being one of her great loves, in Marble Falls, Texas.
Lee recently moved back to Vernon, B.C. to be closer to her children. The combination of Haley’s passion for adventure and Lee’s love of music and theatre presented an exciting and exceptional lifestyle that enriched many lives. Lee will be missed and fondly remembered by her family and many friends.

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Delano Clifford Dumont — 1942-2005

Delano Clifford Dumont passed away suddenly in Fort Macleod on Monday, Jan. 17, 2005, at the age of 63 years.
“Del” was predeceased by his father Harry and his grandson Joseph.
He is survived by his wife Wanda; his mother Ida; his son and daughter-in-law Shane and Janet; his grandson Steven; his stepson Sterling Brave Rock; his stepdaughter Sharon Spear Chief and his stepgrandchildren Teala and Jacob.
A memorial service was held at Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, on Friday, Jan. 21, 2005, at 2 p.m.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Judy Elaine O’Sullivan — 1947-2005

Judy Elaine O’Sullivan (Phillips) passed away peacefully on Sunday, Jan. 23, 2005, at the age of 58 years.
Judy is survived by Roy O’Sullivan and her families.
A memorial service will be held at Trinity United Church on Thursday, Jan. 27, 2005, at 1 p.m.
If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Judy’s memory to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, c/o the Fort Macleod drug stores.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Erva Herter — 1916-2005

Erva Herter (Ford) of Fort Macleod passed away in the Lethbridge Regional Hospital on Jan. 7, 2005, surrounded by the love of her family.
She was predeceased by her husband John, her son Robert, parents Frank and Sadie Ford, brothers Cecil and Norman, sisters Grace McGregor, Florence Miller and twin sister Edith Pomeroy.
Erva will be sadly missed and forever remembered by her loving family: Karen (Pat) Dillon of Lethbridge, Sharon (Robert) Asuchak of Fort Macleod, Terry (Kim) Herter of Fort Macleod and daughter-in-law Adrienne Herter of Lethbridge.
Erva is also survived by her grandchildren: Deanna (James) Jenkins, Robbie (Tara) Asuchak, Jennifer (Mike) Schaaf, Bunny-Jo (Scott) Simmons, Kelly Herter and Arran (Maria) Gray and also by her great grandchildren: Amanda, Lindsey, Abbi, Jayden, Trac, Shaelyn and Mason.
Erva was born in 1916 on the family farm southwest of Central Butte, Sask. She attended school in Lawson, Sask. and went on to normal school in Moose Jaw, Sask. She taught school 10 1/2 years in Maple Creek School Unit and 18 years in Fort Macleod.
Erva was very involved in the community and various organizations: Rebekahs, Trinity UCW, Retired Teachers, Meals on Wheels, Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary and Order of the Royal Purple.
She was very fond of gardening, playing cards, bingo and most of all her grandchildren to whom she was known as Moni. She will be sadly missed and forever loved by her family and friends.
The funeral service was held at Trinity United Church, Fort Macleod, on Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2005, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Aldeen McKay officiating. Interment in Union Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Erva’s memory to the Fort Macleod Handibus Society, P.O. Box 881, Fort Macleod, T0L 0Z0.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Edwin Williams — 1921-2005

Edwin Williams passed away in Lethbridge on Thursday, Jan. 6, 2005, at the age of 74 years, beloved husband of Judy Williams of Fort Macleod.
Edwin is survived by his children Lowell Williams of Grande Prairie, David Williams of Lethbridge, Eddie Williams of Clearwater, B.C., and Jim (Roxine) Williams of Red Deer, Donna Firth of Lethbridge and Tania Williams of Lethbridge; 12 grandchildren; five great grandchildren; and sisters Shirley (George) Morris and Mary Andreas, both of Shell Lake, Sask.
Edwin was predeceased by his parents.
A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 14, 2005, at Martin Bros. Riverview Chapel, 610 Fourth St. S., Lethbridge, with Pastor Glen Hobden officiating. Cremation will follow.
Arrangements entrusted to Bruce Small of Martin Bros.

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Pierre Gerard Segboer — 1921-2004

On Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2004, Pierre Segboer of Fort Macleod passed away suddenly at the age of 83 years.
Pierre was the son of the late Abraham and Marie Segboer and the beloved husband of Helen Segboer.
He will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his children Suzanne and Don; by his grandchildren Gregory, Christine, Pamela, Kevin, Myles, Bidi and Isha; and by his great granddaughter Emma.
Pierre is survived by four brothers, Jake (Leah), Clarence (Divina), Bunny (Jean) and John (Lorraine); one sister, Betty Abramenko; and by his numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Pierre was predeceased by his brother Jack, his daughter-in-law Valerie and his son Murray.
A memorial service was held at Eden’s Funeral Home on Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2004.

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Ethel E. Harris — 2004

Ethel E. Harris (nee Hatton), beloved wife of Jack, passed away peacefully at the Rosedale Hospice on Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2004.
Ethel was born and raised in Fort Macleod and moved to Calgary in the early 1940s where she met Jack.
They settled in and around Carbon and Calgary for most of their lives.
Along with her husband Jack, she will be greatly missed by her children Cheryl (Paul), Bob (Beth), Ken, Teresa (Glen) and Tim, and by her grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Ethel is also survived by her sisters Olive and Kaye (Red) and brother Len (Marj) and numerous nieces and nephews.

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Gwendoline May Taylor — 1902-2004

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Gwen Taylor. Aunt Gwen died on Monday, Nov. 29, 2004, at the age of 102. A quiet service of prayer was held on Dec. 5 to celebrate her life.
She was born Gwendoline May Taylor on July 27, 1902, in Dorset, England to William and Melinda Taylor. Gwen was the eldest of three children, her sister, Marion Swinarton of Fort Macleod and one brother, George Taylor, previously deceased.
Gwen immigrated to Canada in early 1911 with her parents and baby sister. Gwen remembered the trip over to Canada via ship and often talked of that journey and how it was shortly before the Titanic had sailed.
The Taylor family settled in Medicine Hat where Gwen received most of her schooling and later graduated from Alexandria high school. Her father was employed with the CP Rail and was later transferred to Calgary with his family.
It was here in Calgary that Gwen began her work as a bookkeeper in the insurance industry and then was later employed by an accounting firm, D.J. Grier and Associates, (owned by Dave Grier, originally from Fort Macleod).
Gwen enjoyed her work and continued with her accounting position well into what most of us would think of as our retirement years. She even filed her own income tax return up until the age of 100 years, at which time her family jokingly expressed “that after that many years, one shouldn’t still have to owe the government any more.”
Gwen never did apply for a driver’s licence. She always took the street car to work then later the public transit bus which of course would require lots of walking between stops.
Gwen moved to Fort Macleod in 1983 following her retirement from the accounting firm of D.J. Grier and Associates at the age of 81 years. After moving to Fort Macleod she certainly never saw the need for a driver’s licence or car as she could walk any place she needed to go.
Gwen valued her health and took great care to stay active and independent, maintaining her good health. She lived in and maintained her own home until the age of 96, at which time she moved to the Pioneer Lodge. Her memory remained very sharp; she was always great company as she had many memories to share.
Gwen enjoyed many travels to Europe, Scandinavia, Turkey and Greece and traveled to her homeland many times to visit her cousins.
She had a fine eye for artwork and in her retirement tried her hand out and joined the local Pottery Club. She enjoyed her garden very much, especially the birds which visited. And of course anyone who knew Gwen would also know how much she loved bears and the collection which surrounded her. She was a great lover of animals and had adopted and sponsored the Grey Wolves at the Calgary Zoo for many years up until her passing.
Gwen will be sadly missed by her sister Marion Swinarton and her three nephews, Dwight (Donna) Taylor and daughters, Vicki and Elizabeth, all of Rimbey, Charlie Reach of Fort Macleod, his daughter Susan Reach and her son Colton, both of Calgary, and Robert (Eileen) Reach, their sons Brian (Ronda), children Randi and Jason Perry of Medicine Hat and Nicholas and Ashley and Scot (Bev) Reach and their sons, Brenton and Braydon, all of Lethbridge.

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Francis Paul McTighe — 1929-2004

Francis Paul McTighe passed away Monday, Nov. 8 in the Tom Baker Cancer Centre just 10 days shy of his 75th birthday after a brief, intense battle with lung cancer.
Frank was born in Calgary in 1929 to Imelda and Patrick McTighe. Frank spoke lovingly of a childhood in the Bridgeland-Riverside district spent playing hockey and baseball, fishing with his father and brothers, swimming in the Bow and Elbow rivers, and hanging out with friends.
Frank was blessed with an incredible work ethic, which saw him out hustling on the streets of Calgary at an early age, selling newspapers and shining shoes. After a broken leg kept Frank out of school for several months, he ended his formal education in Grade 6 and went to work, taking on several jobs before being hired at the age of 16 by Gallelli Construction Ltd., where he would fashion his first career.
Frank started out as a labourer and quickly progressed to more responsible positions in the company, eventually becoming one of just five or six dragline operators in the city. Frank’s skill at operating the huge machine would draw crowds to watch as he dug basements for houses and such larger buildings as the Highlander Hotel and Central United Church. Later he ran the dragline in gravel pits as the company built many of the early highways in Alberta.
Along with other men of his generation, Frank worked tirelessly to build Gallelli Construction Ltd. into a major company which eventually sold to Canada LaFarge, rising to the position of general superintendent.
Then, showing that same entrepreneurial spirit he exhibited as a boy selling newspapers and shining shoes, Frank left the construction industry to establish his own lawn care and snow removal business. Frank’s Lawn Care became a success, as the owner’s dedication and attention to detail earned the respect and loyalty of customers, many of whom retained Frank’s services for more than two decades. Frank continued to work full-time until the cancer that would eventually take his life forced him to stop working in August.
Frank was an avid sports fan, a passion which he passed on to his son by building a hockey rink each winter in the back yard of their home and coaching hockey in the Triwood Community Association, one year leading his team to the Calgary Minor Hockey Week tournament championship. Later in life Frank maintained his interest in sports by becoming the biggest fan of his grandsons, attending as many of their hockey, baseball, basketball or football games as possible. He also followed closely the fortunes of the Calgary Stampeders, Calgary Flames and Toronto Blue Jays.
Frank had an iron will. Realizing he was an alcoholic quit drinking and later, at the urging of his brother Ebby, joined Alcoholics Anonymous. Frank became a fixture at AA meetings, which he often chaired, enjoying the fellowship and the chance to help others find the sobriety he enjoyed for 28 years. A year after he quit drinking, Frank smoked his last cigarette and quit a two pack a day habit cold turkey.
Throughout his life Frank was popular and well-liked. He had an endless repertoire of stories and jokes, and a caring and compassionate nature that drew people to him.
Francis Paul McTighe is survived by: his son Frank and his wife Emily and their sons Ryan, Danny and Michael; his daughter Cheryl Lockerbie and her son Scott; the mother of his children Susan McTighe; his brother Ebby; his foster brother Larry; his sisters Theresa and Elaine; numerous nieces and nephews; and a multitude of friends.
Frank was predeceased by his father Patrick; his mother Imelda; his brothers Lou, Jock, Garret and Mickey; his sisters Pat, Ruth and Imelda; his son-in-law David Lockerbie; and his grandson Matthew Lockerbie.
A celebration of Frank’s life was held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17 at Foster’s Funeral Chapel. Interment followed in Queen’s Park Cemetery.

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Beatrice Hedegaard — 1913-2004

It is with great sadness, yet gentle relief, that we announce the passing of our mother, Beatrice Verdella Hedegaard, at Fort Macleod on Monday, Nov. 22, 2004, at the age of 91 years.
Bea struggled to maintain her dignity and cheerfulness through her long illness. Her strong faith helped her during this difficult time.
Beatrice was born on March 26, 1913, in New Dundee, Ont., to Isaac and Eliza Ann Spreeman, the youngest of nine children. Her family moved to Drumheller when she was five years old.
Throughout her teenage years, she was active in the Salvation Army. She attended Mountain View Bible College in Didsbury, and in anticipation of serving as a missionary in Nigeria, she completed her nurses training in Toronto.
Due to a serious illness, she altered her plans. Bea returned to Alberta and became a Ministering Sister in the Missionary Church. She continued working with the church and nursing. She felt very privileged to work at the former Buelah Home in Edmonton, for unmarried mothers.
Beatrice met and married Christian Hedegaard, a minister, in 1943. Together they served in churches at Bingley, Mountain View and James River. They spent a year in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, followed by a year in Didsbury, where Bea nursed at the hospital.
In 1956 they moved to minister in Denmark, Chris’ native land. They returned to Canada in 1961 and served as pastors in Athabasca and Mountain View. After they retired from the ministry, they moved to Red Deer where Bea continued to nurse for the next 10 years.
Bea led a colourful, busy life. She was involved with the WCTU, PTA and Women’s Missionary Society. She was a loving wife and mother, a doting grandma and a good friend. She was an excellent nurse and a vibrant public speaker. There are many happy memories.
Bea was predeceased by Chris in 1988. She leaves to remember her, their son John and his wife Sarah of Orlando, Florida; their daughter Linda Ellis and her husband Jack of Fort Macleod; granddaughter Terrah Lindsay and husband Don of Grande Prairie; granddaughter Trudi Mason and her husband Adam of Lethbridge; and grandson Tyler Ellis and Christine of Fort Macleod. She also leaves five great grandchildren: Kianna, Kiera, David, Eli and Isaiah.
A memorial service to celebrate Bea’s life will be held at the CrossRoads Missionary Church, Red Deer on Friday, Nov. 26, 2004.
If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Bea’s memory to the Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the CNIB.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod (403-553-3772) and Wilson’s Funeral Chapel (403-782-3666) assisting the family.

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Kurt (Doc) Adler — 1919-2004

It is with sadness we announce the death of Kurt (Doc) Adler at Fort Macleod on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2004, at the age of 85 years.
Kurt was born on Jan. 15, 1919 in Vienna, Austria, the son of Adolph and Hermine (Planner) Adler, both of Vienna. Receiving his education in Vienna, Kurt went on to Dublin University where he graduated with a B.A. in Psychology and a B.A.O., B.C.H. and M.B. He received his D.P.H. from the University of Toronto and did his post graduate work at the University Clinic in Vienna.
After graduating, Kurt practiced in Dublin, Ireland, for one year and then went on to Liverpool, England for two years. He came to Canada in 1950 where he practiced at Belleoram and Ferryland in Newfoundland for 6 1/2 years.
In 1957 he moved to Fort Macleod where he was employed as medical health officer and medical director at the Chinook Health Unit for 23 years.
Kurt was a member of the British Medical Association, Canadian Medical Association, president of the Alberta Branch of the Canadian Public Health Association and chairman of the Alberta Branch of the Medical Health Officers of Canadian Public Health Association.
Kurt hosted a weekly radio show called “Ask the Doctor” from CJOC in Lethbridge. He served the Fort Macleod community as president of the Ratepayers Association, president of the Tennis Club, member and past president of the Rotary Club and served a term on the Municipal Hospital Board.
Kurt enjoyed skiing, chess, swimming, tennis, table tennis and curling.
With his wife Moira, who predeceased him in 1991, they raised three sons, Desmond, Kevin and Brendan, in Fort Macleod. In addition to his three sons and their families, Kurt is survived by his wife Elsa, currently residing in Germany.
A private service was held at Eden’s Funeral Home in Fort Macleod. Cremation.
If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Kurt’s memory to the Canadian Cancer Society, c/o the Fort Macleod drug stores.

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Randy Grant Van Hierden — 1984-2004

Randy Grant Van Hierden, beloved son of Conrad and Rhonda Van Hierden of Fort Macleod, passed away at the Calgary Foothills Hospital on Friday, Nov. 5, 2004, at the age of 20 years.
Randy was born March 2, 1984, in Lethbridge. He loved living on the farm, feeding calves and teaching his beautiful Golden Retrievers to obey and listen to him.
Randy had a great love for all the A-T children and their families that he had met. He never let Ataxia Telangiectasia change how he looked at life and by the grace of the Lord he could show his love to so many, by his smile or his sincere love for life, especially to his siblings and dear friends: Daniel, Ben, Willyanne, Mary Joan and Aunt Alice and Uncle Bill.
Randy always had an encouraging comment, smile or would say, “I know that already,” or he would give you a thumbs-up if he agreed with you or when you were leaving. He loved being read to, as A-T would not always allow him to read himself, taking his friends on quad rides or just listening to their stories.
With the help of Mary Joan he learned every psalter and bible text for school and if he was not able to go to school, she came to the farm, where he found ways to tour her around.
The last years, Randy liked the trips he went on with his family or being out in the fields when we were harvesting.
He missed his dear sister Rebecca and was comforted when his breath would no longer come, that she would be waiting for him, this only by the Grace of the Lord.
Randy is survived by his parents: Conrad and Rhonda Van Hierden (Van Rootselaar); his siblings, Katie, Jennifer and David; his grandparents, Bert and Effie Van Rootselaar; his Oma Jans Van Hierden; Uncle Bill and Aunt Rita Van Rootselaar and family; Aunt Alice and Uncle Marty Van Driesten and family; Aunt Steina and Uncle Frans Feyter and family; Uncle Gerrit and Aunt Janet Van Hierden and family; Aunt Ria and Uncle Ray Vanee and family; Aunt Nancy and Uncle Walter van den Broek and family; Uncle Henry and Aunt Shannon Van Hierden and family; Uncle Harvey and Aunt Bernita Van Hierden and family; Aunt Tracey and Neil Websdale and family and Aunt Jenny and Uncle Jake Boot and family.
Randy was predeceased by his Opa Henk Van Hierden, his Uncle Rick Van Hierden, his cousin Gerrit Van Hierden and by his sister Rebecca Van Hierden.
The funeral service will be held at the Netherlands Reformed Church, Fort Macleod on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2004, at 10 a.m. with Rev. P. Bazen officiating.
Viewing was held at Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2004, from 7-9 p.m. An opportunity to express condolences was from 7-9 p.m. at the Netherlands Reformed Church on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2004. Interment in Union Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Randy’s memory to A-T Children’s Project, Box 1958, Fort Macleod, T0L 0Z0.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family (553-3772).

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Betty Julia Stevely — 1918-2004

Betty Julia Stevely (nee Doolan) passed away peacefully into the presence of the Lord at home on Oct. 30, 2004, at the age of 86 years.
Betty is lovingly remembered by her husband George (Red); her children, Sandra Gerrard of Granum, Audrey Vaile of Kamloops, B.C., Terry (Karen) Stevely of Yorkton, Sask., Dan (Vivian) Stevely of Hay River, NWT, Maureen (Ken) Johnson of Kamloops, B.C., and their families which include 12 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by her many relatives and friends.
Betty lost her mother at childbirth in London, England. She was brought to Cranbrook at the age of 10 months to be raised by her paternal grandmother, Julia Doolan and her uncle, Jim Doolan.
In 1937, she married Oiva Saatela and settled in Kimberley, B.C. After Oiva’s death in 1942, at the Cominco Mine, Betty and her daughters, Sandra and Audrey moved to Cranbrook.
Betty was predeceased by her only brother, Terry Doolan in 1943.
Following World War Two she married George (Red) Stevely on Feb. 1, 1947, and the family grew to include Terry, Dan and Maureen. Over the years, the family moved to Fort Macleod in 1951. In 1960, George and Betty and the three youngest children returned to Cranbrook to live once again.
Betty will be fondly remembered for her many interests, namely her love and devotions to her family, her panache for flower gardening, involvement in community groups, and as a business woman. In the 1960s, she owned and operated the Sew & Sew Shop on Baker Street.
The family is most especially grateful for the dedication of Dr. Tracy Parnell, each of the care providers from Cranbrook Home Support Services, and the devotion of the circle of family members and friends for the months of care and support they brought into our parents’ home.
Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Betty’s life was held at the Knox Presbyterian Church, 2100 Third St. S., Cranbrook, B.C., on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2004 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Ron Foubister officiating.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service, Cranbrook, B.C. Phone 250-426-3132. E-mail expressions of sympathy to: mcphersonfh@shaw.ca, subject heading: Betty Stevely.

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Jean Hunter Barnes — 1918-2004

Jean Hunter Barnes, aged 86 years of Granum, passed away at the Claresholm General Hospital on Nov. 2, 2004.
Jean was the widow of the late Charles Barnes who predeceased her in 1991.
She is survived by four sons, Doug (Donna), Melvin (Linda), John (Connie) and Tom (Anne) Barnes, all of Granum; and a daughter-in-law Carol of Lethbridge.
She is also survived by 12 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; two sister-in-laws, Marge Mulholland of Claresholm and Veda Mulholland of Stavely.
Besides her husband, Jean was predeceased by a son Rick in 1980; her parents; two brothers, Melvin and Lester Mulholland; two sisters, Clarice Harding Jensen and Helen Ralph Hunter.
Jean was born and raised in Claresholm where she received her education, and in 1936 moved to Granum, residing there since.
Jean was very community minded, working nearly 45 years in Home and School, as well as a considerable amount of years in Scouting and Girl Guides. She enjoyed being very active in her church through the years.
Funeral services were held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Claresholm on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2004, at 2 p.m., with Bishop Mark Stubbs officiating. Interment followed in the Granum Cemetery.
Arrangements in care of Leyden’s Funeral Home, 4079 First Street West, Claresholm. Phone 625-3212.

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Stanley Richard Hilliard — 1903-2004

Stanley Richard Hilliard, beloved husband of the late Shirley Hilliard of Fort Macleod, passed away at his home in Fort Macleod on Thursday, Oct. 28, 2004, at the age of 91 years.
Stanley is survived by his daughters Sheila of Fort Smith, NWT and Kathleen (Allen) of Yellowknife, NWT; his sons Norman (Barb) of St. Catherine’s, Ont., Chris (Karen) of Caledon East, Ont., and Leonard (Beth) of Pincher Creek; and by his four grandchildren.
A memorial service was held at Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Aldeen McKay officiating.
If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Stanley’s memory to a charity of your choice.

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Lawrence John Bourassa — 1933-2004

Lawrence John Bourassa passed away peacefully at St. Michael’s Palliative Care Unit, Lethbridge, on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2004, at the age of 71 years.
He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 51 years, Rita; their daughters Carrie (friend Charlie), Laureen (Jim) and Brenda; their son Tom (Karen); their grandchildren Nadine Lockart (Jarret), Tricia Cosgrove (fiance Frank), Jeremy Cosgrove (Shannon), Anita Alcock (Tony), Jeanine Smith, Ryan Smith, Taylor Bourassa and Landon Bourassa; and great grandchildren Austin, Braeden, Alex, Devin and Alyssa.
Lawrence was predeceased by his infant son Larry; two brothers, Edgar and Leo Jr.; and his sister Evelyn.
He is also survived by three brothers, Harvey (Kaye), Albert (Irene) and George (Marg); two sisters, Beatrice (Bob) McMurren and Annette (Harold) Seymour; one brother in-law, Al Jensen; one sister in-law, Gloria Bourassa and by numerous nieces and nephews.
Lawrence was born March 1, 1933, on his grandparent’s farm in the Mud Lake district west of Fort Macleod. He was the sixth child of Leo and Jeanette Bourassa.
In 1936 he and his family moved to a homestead in the Chapel Rock district north of Lundbreck, where many of his siblings were born. In 1939 the family moved back to Fort Macleod where Lawrence attended school, lived and worked for most of his life.
For 25 years he worked for G.H. Scougall’s Garage, starting as a mechanic and partsman then later into sales. Lawrence was an agent for Mutual Life Insurance/Clarica for 16 years until his retirement in 1999.
He and his wife Rita moved to Lethbridge in December 2001. While living in Fort Macleod, Lawrence was an active member of the community and church. He was a volunteer with the fire department for over 20 years, retiring as deputy fire chief. He was past president of both the Rotary and Golf Club and an active member of the Royal Canadian Legion, participating in the annual Memorial Day Parade regardless of the weather.
Lawrence was a Fourth Degree member of the Knights of Columbus, as well as past Grand Knight of Council No. 5089. As District Deputy he was involved with the inception of the Knights of Columbus council in Claresholm.
Lawrence enjoyed sports of all kinds, including golf, hunting, fishing, curling and baseball, but his greatest love was hockey. He was a well-respected player, referee and coach. Throughout the 1950s and ’60s, he won numerous point scoring titles and most valuable player awards.
In 1960-’61 he played for Stavely making the 40-minute drive for every practice and game. To many of the hockey players and fans who knew him, Lawrence was known as “the guy who could score a goal when the team needed one.”
Lawrence always had a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye. He exemplified hard work, honesty, dedication to family and loyalty to friends. Lawrence’s extraordinary spirit will live on forever in the hearts and memories of those who knew and loved him.
A prayer service was held at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 2618 Third Ave., Fort Macleod on Sunday, Oct. 31, 2004, at 7 p.m. The funeral service was held at Holy Cross Catholic Church on Monday, Nov. 1, 2004, at 11 a.m. with Father A. Fermo officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Lawrence’s memory to The Canadian Cancer Society, 317 10th Street S. Lethbridge, T1J 2M7.

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Bertha Stewart — 1912-2004

A memorial service for lifetime Fort Macleod resident, Bertha Stewart who passed away on Oct. 19 at the age of 92, was held Oct. 22 in Christ Church, Anglican.
Rev. Noel Wygiera and Rev. Ernie Doyle officiated at the service. Carole Cressman was the organist for the congregational singing of hymns. Bertha’s sons-in-law, Jack Cahoon and Bill Haydamack, presented the eulogy and special remembrance remarks.
Born in Fort Macleod on June 19, 1912, Bertha received her education there. Following high school, she studied to be a beautician and worked in Fort Macleod. In the early 1930s, Bertha met Orwell Stewart at the Fort Macleod Curling Rink, and they were married on July 21, 1935.
Bertha was very active in community affairs and sports. She was an active member of the Eastern Star and the Rebekah Lodge for 50 years, as well as Past Guardian of Job’s Daughters. Playing bridge was one of her greatest pleasures and she played with the same group of ladies for 50 years. The “broomball” bridge club members originally played broomball in the arena. As the ladies matured, they changed from broomball to bridge.
One of Bertha’s greatest thrills was a six-month trip around the world in 1963. She loved to talk about the trip, and she had many exciting stories to tell of her experiences throughout the many different countries.
Very active in curling, Bertha won many southern Alberta bonspiels, including the Southern Alberta Ladies Provincial Championship in 1951. In 1974, Bertha became an honorary life member of the Fort Macleod Curling Club and had the honor of throwing the first curling rock at the Centennial Provincial Playdowns in Fort Macleod.
Golfing was also a passion for Bertha. As a teenager she got up early and walked to the golf course to play nine holes before going to school. She won many ladies tournaments in southern Alberta, including the Waterton Lakes Ladies Tournament four times.
In 1985, Bertha received an honorary lifetime membership to the Fort Macleod Golf Club, and she was the last original member of the club. A hole-in-one on the 144-yard fourth hole in Fort Macleod on Aug. 22, 1982 was a real thrill for her. As a participant in the golf events of the Southern Alberta Summer Games, Bertha won five gold medals.
As a young woman, Bertha excelled as a tennis and badminton player. She and her badminton partner, Lillian McLean, were a force to deal with. Bertha fired a score of 395 in five-pin bowling at the Owen Bohne Alley. The score was the highest score ever made in Fort Macleod in league play by either a woman or a man.
Bertha is survived by her two daughters, Pat Cahoon (Jack) of Winnipeg, Man. and Myrna Haydamack (Bill) of Morgan Hill, California; five grandchildren, Michael Cahoon (Catherine) of St. Albert, Joanne Cahoon of Riverview, Florida, Barbara Cahoon (Scott McTavish) of Winnipeg, Craig Haydamack (Johana) of Hillsboro, Oregon, and Brent Haydamack (Christi Herring) of Valencia, California; and seven great grandchildren.
Two brothers, Reginald and Norman McNab, and four sisters, Eva Brown, Gladys Litle, Kathleen Stephenson, and Helen Walker predeceased her.

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Ernest Garth Orr — 1921-2004

Ernest Garth Orr left this earth and returned home to his Heavenly Father on Oct. 16, 2004, after a brief illness.
He was born on Oct. 13, 1921, in Orton, Alta., the son of Ernest R. Orr and Mary E. Hornberger.
He married Betty McMurray in 1948. After her death, he married JoAnne Swainston Criddle.
Garth grew up with brothers, sisters and many relatives on the prairie in sunny Alberta. He was educated in a one-room school house in Orton, attended technical college in Calgary and later the University of Utah.
He served for four years in the Canadian army during World War Two, in England, France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. After the war he moved to Utah where he married and raised his family. He worked for Mutual of Omaha Insurance for many years.
He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He came from a great heritage and blessed his family in many ways with his example of faithfulness, humility, service and loyalty. Garth’s wit, jokes and sense of humour endeared him to friends and family.
He served with the East Millcreek Lions Club. He loved people and had many friends.
Garth is survived by his dear wife, JoAnne; son Martin (Kris); daughter Jolene (Dennis); stepchildren, Craig (Karrie), Sandy (Steve), Mark (JoLynn), Deanna (Kent), Brian (Jerrilee), and Brent (Stacy); sisters Alta Neilson and Marilyn Spencer; brothers, Alma, Don, Wayne and Keith, who live in Canada; many grandchildren and great grandchildren who will remember and miss him.
Garth was preceded in death by his daughter Christine and stepson Doug.
Funeral services for Garth were held on Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2002, at 12 noon at Valley View Ninth Ward, 4101 South 1925 East (Gunderson Lane).
Friends called on Tuesday evening at the Holbrook Mortuary 3251 South 2300 East from 6-8 p.m. and again at the church on Wednesday from 10:45-11:45 a.m. prior to the services.
Interment at Larkin Sunset Lawn. Funeral directors were Holbrook Mortuary.

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Grant Owen Ducharme — 1940-2004

Grant Owen Ducharme was born in Creston, B.C. on April 25, 1940, and passed away at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary on Sunday, Oct. 24, 2004.
Grant is survived by his wife Margaret; his parents Joe and Holly Ducharme; three sons, Tim, Randy and Tyler; one grandson Jesse; and his mother-in-law Rose Jenkins.
He is also survived by four brothers, Frank (Lou), Lloyd (Jean), Fred (Yvonne) and Larry; sister-in-laws Carol Kretzer (Heinz), Loretta Moses (Bob), Eileen Moses (Phil); and was uncle to numerous nieces and nephews (all of whom were his favourite).
Grant was predeceased by one sister Myrtel and one brother-in-law Calvin (Sonny) Jenkins.
Grant married Margaret Jenkins in 1967 and they lived and raised their three sons in Calgary where trucking was his life.
Grant and Margaret retired to Fort Macleod in 2002 and have truly made Fort Macleod their home. Grant was just elected to town council. He was very much looking forward to serving his community.
Grant loved teasing and joking with everyone and he was constantly inviting friends and relatives to his home where he could share his hospitality and homemade wine.
Grant spent many summers camping with Margaret and Jesse and other family members and the more people around the better he liked it. He also thoroughly enjoyed the many school and family reunions where he could catch up with family and friends.
Services will be held Thursday, Oct. 28 at 11 a.m. at the Trinity United Church, 220-20th St., Fort Macleod.
If desired donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, in care of Fort Macleod drug stores or Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331-29th Street N.W., Calgary, Alta. T2N 4N2.

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Bessie Ione Bota — 1916-2004

Bessie Ione Bota, wife of the late George Bota of Fort Macleod, passed away at Fort Macleod Extendicare on Thursday, Oct. 21, 2004, at the age of 88 years.
Bessie was born at Magrath on May 4, 1916. She married George Bota and they resided in Fort Macleod. Over the years, Bessie worked at the Java Shop, Palomino Restaurant and the Fort Macleod Auction.
Bessie is survived by two sons, Ron (Bertha) Bota of Lethbridge and Don (Rita) Bota of Victoria, B.C.; eight grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and two great great grandchildren; one brother Jim (Sally) Dow of Edmonton; two sisters, Thelma Dow of Vancouver Island and Carol (George) Toporowski of Edmonton and also by several nieces and nephews.
Bessie was predeceased by her husband George; her son Larry; her brothers, Roy Dow, Harold Dow and Bob Dow and by her sister Evelyn Blaszenko.
At Bessie’s request, there will be no service. If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Bessie’s memory to The Alzheimer Society, Lethbridge Area, 426 Fifth St. S., Lethbridge, T1J 2B7.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Lawrence Robert Pedersen — 1936-2004

Lawrence Robert Pedersen passed away Sept. 15, 2004.
Born April 2, 1936, Lawrence received his education in Fort Macleod and loved to curl.
He got his projectionist papers and worked in Stony Plain and Empress theatres, Fort Macleod and Claresholm drive-ins.
He then worked with his dad in the creamery for many years before going to Lethbridge.
Lawrence was predeceased by his mother and father, Eva and Pete Pedersen.
He is survived by his family; sister Joan Isberg and numerous relatives.

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Eleanor Myers — 1910-2004

Eleanor Myers passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2004, at the age of 94 years with her family at her side. Eleanor was a resident of Fort MacLeod Extendicare.
She is survived by her son Ronald (Karen) of Bend, Oregon, and daughter Lois (Bob) Vance of Pincher Creek. She leaves four grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
Eleanor was born in Bawlf and raised in Killam before moving to Vancouver in 1915. She received her education becoming a secretary for Vancouver School Board at the age of 17.
In 1953 the family moved to Los Angeles where she was executive secretary for real estate boards for the rest of her career. In 1980 she returned to Canada to live by her daughter Lois and Bob in Pincher Creek. In 1995 she moved into Crestview Lodge, and in 1999 to Extendicare in Fort Macleod until her passing.
Eleanor was very involved in Trinity Lutheran Church as a member and volunteer. She always loved crafts.
A private family interment will take place in Burnaby, B.C. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorial donations in memory of Eleanor may be made to Alzheimer Society c/o Ames’ Insurance, Box 1537 Pincher Creek, T0K 1W0. Special thanks and appreciation to the loving staff of Extendicare.
Condolences may be left at rolosmy@telus.net.
Arrangements entrusted to Pincher Creek Funeral Chapel, a family-owned business.

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Dorothy Beth Brown — 1926-2004

Dorothy Beth Brown, formerly of Fort Macleod, passed away Aug. 17, 2004, in Peace River at the age of 78.
Dorothy Brown was born March 8, 1926, in Fort Macleod. Her parents were Ernest and Lenora Ringland. She was the youngest of six children, four girls and two boys, who all predeceased her.
Dorothy married Charles Brown on Dec. 23, 1944, in Fort Macleod. They had two girls, Lynn and Doreen. Because of Charles’ work they lived in many places throughout the prairie provinces.
Dorothy spent her time raising her girls and teaching piano. She got her A.R.C.T. in piano in 1969.
Dorothy dedicated her life to serving her God, Jehovah, on Sept. 12, 1942.
Her sense of humour, her kindness, her grace and love of life will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
A memorial service was held at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Peace River on Aug. 21. Gerry Van Slyke officiated.

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Melbourne Paul Orr — 1920-2004

Melbourne Paul Orr, beloved husband of Doris Orr, passed away on Aug. 14, 2004, at St. Michael’s Palliative Care, Lethbridge, at the age of 84 years.
Paul was born at Orton on June 28, 1920, on the family farm. He attended school at Orton and helped on the family farm.
In the fall of 1941, Paul joined the army and went overseas. He saw active duty in the United Kingdom and continental Europe, returning home in the fall of 1945. He served in both the Signal Corp and Motor Pool.
Upon returning home from the army, Paul took up farming with his brothers. His whole life was farming.Paul farmed south of Fort Macleod for 46 years until his retirement in 2002. At that time Doris and Paul moved to Lethbridge.
Paul is survived by his loving wife Doris and by his five children, Sylvia (John) Tucker of De Winton, Mona (Allen) Knight of Okotoks, Donna (Bud) Hogeweide of Lethbridge, Brian of Yorkton, Sask., and Darcy of Lethbridge; one grandson, Kevin Knight of Okotoks; four granddaughters: Amanda and Melissa Tucker of De Winton, Jessica Maclean of Strathmore and Kimberly Hogeweide of Lethbridge; four sisters, June Christensen of Grace, Idaho, Thelma (Bill) Redmond of Edgerton, Bessie (Bob) Dudley of Calgary and Elaine Orr of Red Deer; and by one brother Wallace (Marjorie) Orr of Orton.
Paul was predeceased by his parents William and Margaret Orr; and by three brothers, Glen, Grant and Rodney.
Special thank you to Dr. Cal Stewart and the nurses at St. Michael’s Palliative Care Unit.
A funeral service was held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Fort Macleod on Wednesday, Aug. 18, 2004, at 1 p.m. with Bishop Brian Waldie officiating.
Friends met the family in the Relief Society Room at 12 noon, prior to the service. Interment in the Orton Cemetery.
Friends who wish,may make donations in Paul’s memory to St. Michael’s Palliative Care Unit, 1400 9th Ave. S., Lethbridge, T1J 4V5.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Annie Malasheski — 1923-2004

Annie Malasheski, beloved wife of the late Steve Malasheski of Fort Macleod, passed away in Lethbridge on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2004, at the age of 81 years.
A funeral service was held at Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, on Friday, Aug. 13, 2004, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Aldeen McKay officiating. Interment in Union Cemetery.
If friends desire, memorial donations maybe made in Annie’s memory to the Fort Macleod Handibus, Box 881, Fort Macleod, T0L 0Z0 or to The Canadian Diabetes Association, 210d 12A St. S., Lethbridge, T1H 2J1.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Betty E. Jordan — 1915-2004

Betty E. Jordan, beloved wife of the late Joe Jordan, passed away peacefully at Fort Macleod on Friday, July 30, 2004, with family and friends at her side.
Born to Harry and Clara Gilroy in 1915, Betty spent most of her life in Fort Macleod where she was employed by Reach and Co. until she married Joe Jordan in 1947 and they moved to Cowley, where their daughters Colleen and Sherri came into their lives.
Returning home to Fort Macleod in 1959, Betty was active in community charities including the founding of the Lionettes Club and the building of the Children’s Park.
Betty will be sadly missed by Colleen (Dan) of Burnaby and Sherri (Terry) of Morinville; her grandchildren, Blaine (Barb) of Edmonton and Jillian (Marc) of Morinville and by her great grandson Zachary.
Also left to mourn her are her nieces and nephews: Earle, Dan, Lewis, Joanne, Mary Lou, Annette, Joe and Kathy; numerous great nieces and nephews and her brother-in-law Abe Savard of Victoria.
Betty was predeceased by her husband of 56 years, Joe, in November 2003; her sister Gladys Savard and brother-in-law and sister-in-law Mike and Agnes Jordan.
Betty loved her family and friends, her french poodles, her flowers, a good game of bridge, the chuck wagon races and the Blue Jays. Most of all Mother loved to help the less fortunate, be it her Vietnamese boat family, victims of a fire or new residents needing a hand up.
A memorial service for family and friends was held at Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod on Monday, Aug. 2, 2004, at 11 a.m. with Father Maurice Joly officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Betty’s memory to the Fort Macleod Hospital Auxiliary, Box 1866, Fort Macleod, Alta. T0L 0Z0.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Albert Ernest Byam — 1950-2004

Albert Ernest Byam passed away peacefully in his home in Cowichan Lake, B.C. on May 26, 2004, with his family by his side.
Albert (Al) was born Aug. 20, 1950, in Medicine Hat, loving son of Linda Byam (nee Grams) and the late Frederick Daniel Byam (May 1989).
The family moved to Bow Island in 1955 where he attended school. In 1963 they relocated to Fort Macleod.
Al completed his schooling and worked at the Plywood Factory. Later Al moved to Lethbridge where he worked for General News. In 1970, he moved to Calgary, where he began work with Canada Post.
In 1984, he took a transfer to Victoria, B.C. Al lived in Sooke, and there he met Rosalind Ann Wilson. Together with her son Jeremy, they made their home. In November 1987, their daughter, pride and joy of Al’s life, Amber Rose, was born.
In 1994 the family moved to Lake Cowichan where they found their dream house on the lake and planned to retire there. Al loved the water, and you would find him diving off the dock several times during the nice months of the year. He was always the first one in the water in the spring, and the last one in the fall.
Al loved everything about life. He always found a way to make others smile and laugh. He loved nature and had a green thumb. In his gardens you would always find a new plant or tree, and he knew the name of every one of them.
He found time to go fly his model planes, boats and cars with his friends. He enjoyed tinkering with his computer and would spend hours talking to his family and buddies each day. He loved to take pictures and videos of nature, his friends and family.
Wherever Al went, he always left a little something special behind — his appreciation of life and beauty. He always said, “You should take time to smell the flowers and enjoy things.”
His family and friends, along with his four-legged companions (Raku and Abony) were the most important things in his life.
He leaves behind his lifelong partner, Rosalind Ann Wilson and their children Jeremy and Amber of Cowichan Lake, B.C.; his loving mother Linda Byam; brother Arnie Byam (Cindy); sister Paulene Droppo (Dan); niece and nephews Danette, Michael and Ian Bergen all of Fort Macleod; his mother- and father-in-law Margaret and Bill Brown; sister-in-law Cindy Grahame (Roland) of Sooke, B.C.; and brother-in-law Peter Brown of Victoria, B.C.; along with many special friends.
He will always be remembered and missed by everyone whose lives he touched.
A memorial service will be held in Duncan, B.C. on June 14, 2004.

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Roland Hahn — 1922-2004

Roland Hahn, aged 82 years, passed away Sunday, May 30, 2004, at Fort Macleod Extendicare.
He was the beloved husband of Sheila of Granum. Left to mourn are his seven children, 14 grandchildren, four great grandchildren and sister Norma Thompson of Claresholm.
Roland was predeceased by his parents Wilhelm and Martha, son Eugene, and a grandson Jeff.
Private services were held at Leyden’s Funeral Home, Claresholm on Wednesday, June 2 at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Patrick McLean officiating.
Interment will be in Granum cemetery.
If desired, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
Arrangements entrusted to Leyden’s Funeral Home, director of services, Claresholm. Phone 403-625-3212.

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Hillie Hedley — 1940-2004

Hillie Hedley, beloved wife of the late Wes Hedley of Fort Macleod, passed away peacefully at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital on Sunday, May 23, 2004, at the age of 64 years.
She will be missed so much by her daughter Dixie (Andy) Charlebois and her grandsons Nicholas and Daniel.
Hillie was born Feb. 4, 1940 in Oosterhoogebrug, Groningen, Holland.
She was predeceased, at the very young age of six, by her parents Gees and Roelof. Hillie was raised by many wonderful aunts and uncles in Groningen, Holland.
She trained to become a nurse in Holland and worked there until she was 21 years old. Hillie came to Canada in March, 1961 to visit her closest cousin Tina Cleaver (Maas). She loved the country and decided to stay for awhile and she became plant nurse for the B.A. Gas Plant in Pincher Creek.
In 1964, Hillie married Wes Hedley and moved to the Spring Point community. She enjoyed many years of ranching life with large gardens, picking berries or wildflowers, branding parties, chasing Dixie away from the creek, quilting gatherings and made many wonderful friends.
During this time, Hillie was diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease which would be a 35-year battle for her. Her true spirit, selfless character and strong will showed through, as she never let her disease keep her from being a wonderful wife, mother and friend.
In 1978, Wes and Hillie retired in Fort Macleod and she enjoyed knitting, quilting, playing bridge, gardening, baking apple pie and fishing with Wes.
She was a wonderful and devoted mother and grandmother. Those who knew her are aware of the deep love and caring she had for her family and many friends. Hillie was a great listener and generous person.
Besides her daughter Dixie and family, Hillie is survived by Wes’ children: Ken (Bernice) Hedley and family and Marilyn (Pat) Nicholson and family.
Special thanks and sincere appreciation to the many people who gave so much time and great loving care all through her illness: the TPN team at the Foothills Hospital, Dr. Noel Hershfield, Lethbridge Regional Hospital ICU team, the Fort Macleod Hospital staff, Dr. R.S. David and the Fort Macleod Home Care staff.
A memorial service was held at Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod on Friday, May 28, 2004, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Noel Wygiera officiating.
If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Hillie’s memory to the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Canada, Box 563, Station Main, Lethbridge, T1J 3Z4.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

Jens Vests — 1917-2004

Jens Vest passed peacefully into the house of the Lord on May 23, 2004 at the age of 87 years.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 61 years, Gertrude (Moorey); sons Richard (Gennie) and Dwaine; sisters Maren (Paul) Mageau, Margrethe Hough, Karen (Terry) Stevens, Henriette Johnsrude; brothers Hans (Olive), Peter (Alice), John (Julie); brother-in-law Arnoll (Glenna) Moorey; sister-in-law Olive Moorey; grandchildren Marisa and David; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and close family friends.
Jens was born in Seven Persons, Alta. on April 22, 1917. He met Gertie in Fort Macleod when he was stationed there in 1942 with the Royal Canadian Air Force. They made their home in Edmonton where they lived for over 50 years in the Beverly area.
Jens was a gifted mechanic and also greatly enjoyed woodworking. His joy was making music — he played accordion, harmonica and the keyboard — and he sang with a beautiful bass voice in the Beverly United Church choir for about 25 years.
Jens and Gertie moved to Vernon, B. C. in June, 2002.
A celebration of life service will be held at Beverly United Church, 11910 40th St., Edmonton on Saturday, June 5, 2004, at 2 p.m. Cremation has taken place in Vernon.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Vernon and District Hospice Society, 3506 27th Ave., Vernon, B.C. V1T lS4.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Vernon Funeral Home (250-542-0155) and Evergreen Memorial Chapel in Edmonton (780-472-9019).

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Steven Jesse Tolley — 1979-2004

Steven Jesse Tolley, beloved husband of Rachel Hannah (Puzey), passed away peacefully at his home, with his family at his side, on Wednesday, May 12, 2004, at the age of 25 years. Steven fought a long and courageous battle with cancer.
He will be sadly missed by his wife, Rachel; as well as his parents Verl and Irene Tolley of Fort Macleod, and David and Myrna Puzey of Champion; his siblings: Michelle (Todd) Thompson, Jennine (Wade) Hollingshaus, Travis, Carlye (Richard) Lynnes, Danica, Gavin, Devon, and Keeven, and Lalainia Puzey (Jason) Atwood, David (Charmaine) Puzey, Jared (Amber) Puzey; and his nephews and nieces: Tiia, Kyle, Renee, Meili, Cora, Leah, Ashton and Emry; his grandmothers: Pearl Tolley of Fort Macleod, and Jenny Peet of Australia, along with many other extended family members.
Steven graduated from F.P. Walshe school and was studying education at the University of Lethbridge when he was diagnosed with cancer. He served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Marseille, France. His church was a major part of his life.
Steven loved life and lived it to the fullest. His sense of humour carried him through his tough times. He loved rugby and played at a very high level, and when he could no longer play, he put his efforts into coaching the LCI girls rugby team. Steve had the ability to make many lasting friendships. All who knew him love and miss him.
He returned with honour.
Funeral services were held on Tuesday, May 18, 2004, at 11:30 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Fort Macleod. Friends met the family prior to the service from 10-11:15 a.m. at the church.
Interment in the Orton Cemetery.
Christensen Salmon Funeral Home, Lethbridge, assisting the family.

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Phillip Hodnett — 1924-2004

Phillip Hodnett, beloved husband of Edith Hodnett of Fort Macleod, passed away at Fort Macleod Extendicare on Saturday, May 8, 2004, at the age of 80 years.
Phil is survived by his wife, Edith (nee Horn), whom he married in 1956; his daughter Christel; and one grandson, Patrick Blake, all of Fort Macleod. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Phil was predeceased by his son, Phillip Renwick (Rennie); two sisters, Phyllis (Phil’s twin) and Marion and by his parents, Herbert and Gertrude Hodnett.
Phil was a member of the Calgary and Lethbridge Shriners; the Alberta Masonic Lodge No. 3, Fort Macleod; Fort Macleod Chapter No. 53, Order of the Eastern Star; the Fort Macleod Royal Canadian Legion , the Fort Macleod Elks Club and he also served on Fort Macleod Town Council for 18 years.
Phil graduated from Pharmacy in 1948 and purchased a drug store in Fort Macleod shortly after graduation and it is still known as Hodnett’s Pharmacy. He received his 50-year pin in 1998 and retired in 1999.
Phil enjoyed his family, his dog (Muffy) and serving the community.
A memorial service will be held at Trinity United Church on Wednesday, May 12, 2004, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Aldeen McKay officiating. Cremation.
If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Phil’s memory to Fort Macleod Extendicare, Box 189, Fort Macleod, T0L 0Z0; Alzheimer Society, Lethbridge Area, 426 Fifth St. S. Lethbridge, T1J 2B7; the Canadian Diabetes Association c/o the Fort Macleod drug stores or to F.P. Walshe Academic Awards, Box 760, Fort Macleod, T0L 0Z0.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Aleksy Szol — 1924-2004

In loving memory of Aleksy Szol, born March 26, 1924, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 5, 2004, following a lengthy illness.
Aleksy leaves to mourn his loving wife of 50 years, Irma; his three children, Rita (Dennis) Moryski and their three children, Brandle (Leslie) Moryski, Denita (Randy) Moryski and Mark Moryski; Gordon Szol and his two children, Ryan and Adam Szol; and Kevin (Karen) Szol and their two children, Kristin and Kayla Szol.
Aleksy is also survived by two great grandchildren, Candace and Brody Moryski.
The funeral service was held on Monday, May 10, 2004, at 1:30 p.m. in Eden’s Funeral Home in Fort Macleod, with interment in the Union Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Aleksy’s memory to the Granum Lutheran Church, Box 101, Granum, T0L 1A0.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Rosemarie Beazer — 1937-2004

Rosemarie Beazer, beloved wife of Heber Beazer (formerly of Fort Macleod), passed away at home on Sunday, May 9, 2004, at the age of 67 years.
The funeral service will be held in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Cardston Alberta Stake Center (East Hill), on Wednesday, May 12, 2004, at 2 p.m.
Friends may meet the family from 1-1:45 p.m. prior to the service.
Salmon Funeral Home, Cardston, assisting the family. Phone 653-3844.

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Marilyn Anne Gyonyor — 1939-2004

In loving memory of Marilyn Anne Gyonyor, born May 24, 1939, in Bible Hill, Nova Scotia; passed away Friday, April 30, 2004, at age 64, beloved wife of Ernest Gyonyor.
She leaves to mourn, her husband Ernest; her children, Debbie Roy, Robert Ball, Judy Belanger, Kathie Osborne, and Micheal Gyonyor.
She is the proud Grammie of: Melissa, Ryan, Amie, Vicki, Dustin, Cassie, Christopher, Andrea, Triston, and Brooke.
She also leaves behind her mother, Gertrude Stewart, 94 years, sister Dorothy Wagner, and niece Marilyn Teske.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 5, 2004, at 1 p.m. at Christ Church Anglican in Fort Macleod, with interment in Union Cemetery following.
Donations may be made in Marilyn’s memory to the Canadian Cancer Society c/o the Fort Macleod drug stores.

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Margaret Hoffman — 2004

Passed away in Lethbridge on April 29, 2004, Mrs. Margaret Hoffman, beloved wife of the late Robert Hoffman.
Friends and family are invited to pay their respects from 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, May 5, 2004, at Martin Bros. Riverview Chapel, 610 Fourth St. S., Lethbridge.
A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m., Thursday, May 6, 2004, at Martin Bros. Riverview Chapel, 610 Fourth St. S., Lethbridge, with Pastor Dan Demeter officiating.
Interment to follow at the Union Cemetery in Fort Macleod.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Bruce Small of Martin Bros. Funeral Chapels, Lethbridge. Phone 800-382-2901.

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Sydney Thomas Chiles — 1917-2004

Sydney Thomas Chiles, husband of the late Ruth Chiles of Fort Macleod, passed away at his home on Thursday, April 22, 2004, at the age of 87 years young.
Syd is survived by his son Gordon (Lois) Chiles of Vancouver, B.C.; his daughter Karen (Ken) Brown of Fort Macleod; his stepchildren Bill (Elaine) Featherstone, Gordon (Larraine) Featherstone and Larry (Jeanny) Featherstone, all of Fort Macleod, Ken (Ellen) Featherstone of Rocky Mountain House, Margaret Featherstone of Calgary, Patti Buck of Lethbridge, Roy (Brenda) Quick of Trail, B.C. and Ernie (John) Quick of Victoria, B.C.
He is also survived by several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A visitation for family and friends was held at Eden’s Funeral Home on Sunday, April 25, 2004, from 6-8 p.m. A memorial service was held at Trinity United Church, 220 20th Street, Fort Macleod on Monday, April 26, 2004, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Aldeen McKay officiating.
If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Syd’s memory to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 46, Box 697, Fort Macleod, T0L 0Z0.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Mary Dykers — 1912-2004

It is with sadness that the family of Mary Dykers (de Koning) announce her passing on Monday, April 5, 2004, at St. Michael‘s Palliative Care, Lethbridge at the age of 91 years.
Mary was born on the family homestead in Orton, Alta. on May 5, 1912, the eldest daughter of George and Hilda Coddington. She received her education in Orton and Parkerville. In 1939 she married Arie de Koning.
Mary is survived by her six children: Jack (Hennie) de Koning of Pearce, Mary Ann Schmidt of Vancouver, B.C., Garrett (Kung) de Koning of Thailand, Corny de Koning (Cathy Boos) of Edmonton, Nellie (Jim) Jackson of Calgary and Esther (Lauchie) Champney of Lethbridge.
She is also survived by nine grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her husband Arie in 1958, her second husband Hank Dykers in April 1982 (whom she married in 1973), her grandson Michael de Koning in December 1971, her daughter-in-law Lucille de Koning in May 1997, her sister Catherine in 1976, her brother William in 1997, and by her parents.
Mary resided on the family farm at Pearce until 1967. At that time, she moved to Fort Macleod and lived in her own home until May 2002, at which time she moved to the Fort Macleod Manor.
Mary was an active member of the United Church and UCW, serving in many capacities. She was also an active member of the Welcome Mat, serving as secretary for many years.
Mary was actively involved in writing for the Historical Society. She had a keen interest in the history of Fort Macleod and area.
Mary enjoyed many hobbies, which included sewing, gardening, quilting, writing and baking. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
The family would like to thank the staff on 4C of the Lethbridge Regional Hospital and the staff of the Palliative Care Unit for the excellent care of their mother during her last days.
A funeral service was held at Trinity United Church, Fort Macleod on Saturday, April 10, 2004, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Aldeen McKay officiating. Interment in Union Cemetery.
If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Mary’s memory to St. Michael’s Health Care Centre, Palliative Care, 1400 Ninth Ave. S. Lethbridge, T1J 4V5, the Fort Macleod Hospital Auxiliary, P.O. Box 1866, Fort Macleod, T0L 0Z0 or to Trinity United Church, P.O. Box 100, Fort Macleod, T0L 0Z0.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Ida Wright — 1916-2004

Ida Wright of Fort Macleod passed away peacefully on April 12, 2004, at the age of 88 years, beloved wife of the late Frederick E. Wright.
Ida was born and raised at Walshe, Alta.
Ida is survived by her daughter Lynn Wright of Fort Macleod; her son Wayne (Jennie) Wright of Lethbridge; four grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and her sister Mary Mock of Consort.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects between 1-5 p.m. Saturday, April 17, 2004, at 272 20th St. Fort Macleod.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorial donations in Ida’s name may be made to STARS.

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Annie Katrina Zam — 1923-2004

Annie Katrina Zam, beloved wife of James Zam of Fort Macleod, passed away in Lethbridge on Saturday, March 20, 2004, at the age of 80 years.
Annie was born in Radosina, Czechoslovakia on Nov. 21, 1923. She immigrated to Canada in May 1934 with her parents and two brothers. They arrived in Montreal, travelled across Canada by train to Fort Macleod, then settled at Pincher Station.
There, Annie was raised with her brothers and sister. There were seven children. She attended school there and helped her teacher with various jobs.
On May 1, 1943, Annie married James Zam, who had also immigrated to Pincher Station. Later, they moved to a farm west of Fort Macleod. In 1960, they moved into town.
Annie cooked many a meal for her family and always served enough to “feed an army.” Her door was always open to everyone and the coffee pot was always on. Annie made the best “apple pie” in North America and she showed her hospitality to all who visited her.
Annie was a whiz at crocheting and always had a tablecloth on the go. She loved flowers and her garden, as well as her doll collection. She could play the piano and loved music. Annie was a “Special Lady” and a very giving person.
She was a gifted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, who always had a smile and a cheery word for everyone. She will be greatly missed by all her family, friends, relatives and “Coffee Ladies.”
Annie is survived by her husband James; her daughter Lily (Andy) Karkus and their children, Susan (Mike) Balaz and daughter Amanda; and Sandra (Gary) Randa and their daughters Abby and Gracie; her daughter Linda (Chris) Cheesman and their daughter Sarah; her son Michael (Sandi) Zam and their children Ryan, Mathew and Miranda; her brothers Bill (Florence) Pansky, Louis (Rita) Pansky, John Pansky and Mickey (Colleen) Pansky; and also by numerous nephews and nieces.
Annie was predeceased by an infant son; her parents, John and Katrina Pansky; her brother Leslie; sister Mary; brother-in-law Willie Sup and nephew Kelley Pansky.
A prayer service was held at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Fort Macleod on Wednesday, March 24 at 7 p.m. A funeral mass was celebrated at Holy Cross Church on Thursday, March 25 at 11 a.m. with Father Maurice Joly officiating.
Interment in Union Cemetery.
If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Annie’s memory to STARS Air Ambulance, 1441 Aviation Park N.E., Box 570, Calgary, T2E 9Z9.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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N. Jessie Heath — 1911-2004

N. Jessie Heath (Litle), beloved wife of the late W.H. (Bert) Heath of Fort Macleod, passed away in Lethbridge on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2004, at the age of 92 years.
Jessie was born in Fort Macleod (then known as Macleod) on May 15, 1911, and she received her education in Fort Macleod.
In 1930 she moved to Calgary to study for a career in nursing at Calgary General Hospital. Jessie served with the Canadian Armed Forces at the Suffield Experimental Station during World War Two. She worked at High River Hospital before returning to Fort Macleod.
In 1949 she married Bert Heath and they resided on the Heath farm in South Macleod. Dancing brought Jessie and Bert a great amount of enjoyment and Jessie loved to travel to all corners of the world.
Bert predeceased her in 1984. Jessie then lived in the Carriage House until moving to Pioneer Lodge in 1999. She was residing at Rosewood Villa at the time of her passing.
Jessie was predeceased by her husband, Bert; her father Harry Litle in 1943; her mother Annie Litle (Perry) in 1970; two brothers, Jack in 1965 and Art in 1972 and also by several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Jessie is survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins.
A funeral service was held at Christ Church Anglican, Fort Macleod, on Monday, March 1, 2004, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Noel Wygiera officiating. Interment in Union Cemetery.
If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Jessie’s memory to the Fort Macleod Handibus, P.O. Box 881, Fort Macleod, T0L 0Z0.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, in charge of arrangements.

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Barb Kirk — 1962-2004

Barbara Kirk passed away in Lethbridge on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2004, at the age of 41 years, a victim of a rare form of lung cancer which attacks young non-smoking women.
Barb was born in Pincher Creek, the youngest child of Garth and Joan Turcott, and sister to Brian and Gary Turcott.
She received her early education there, and went on to the University of Lethbridge, where she received a degree in biology.
However, travel was her first love beginning at age 14 when she went alone to Iceland for three months to trace her Icelandic heritage.
Subsequent travels took her all over the world, but her favourite area was the Middle East where she worked as an archaeologist on a kibbutz in Israel for two summers.
She continued her work in archaeology in Canada until she met “the man of her dreams,” Cameron Kirk.
Barb and Cam were married in 1990 and bought a small ranch in the Spring Point district, west of Fort Macleod, where their two daughters, Molly, now 12, and Gabrielle, now nine, experienced the joys of rural life.
The river bottom was a favourite haunt of the family and they all spent many wonderful hours exploring the natural wonders along the river.
The ranch was sold in 2001 when they moved into Fort Macleod.
Barb was a trustee for Livingstone Range School Division, where she held the position of vice-chairman.
Barb worked at the Fort Museum as the collections manager, and she developed a keen interest in the history of the Fort Macleod area.
Prior to that she served on the board of the Friends of Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump.
Barb was extremely artistic, with copper sculpture being her main medium. Her art form was most unique, and she had great success showing and marketing her work in Alberta, Montana and Arizona.
A memorial service was held at 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20 — her birthday — at the United Church in Fort Macleod.

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Sean Moore — 1924-2004

Sean Noel Phillip Moore, beloved husband of Dot Moore, passed away at Fort Macleod on Monday, Feb. 23, 2004, at the age of 80 years.
A funeral mass will be celebrated at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Fort Macleod, on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2004, at 11 a.m. with Father A. Fermo officiating. Interment in Union Cemetery.
If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Sean’s memory to a charity of your choice.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Harvey Perrin — 1931-2004

Harvey Oron Perrin, beloved husband of Betty Perrin, passed away at Fort Macleod on Jan. 29, 2004, at the age of 72 years.
Harvey was born at Fort Macleod on Nov. 10, 1931, and was raised on the family farm south of Fort Macleod, attending school at Ardenville and later at Macleod public school.
As a boy, he belonged to the 4-H Club and received second prize for his calf. Harvey also loved horses and rode his pinto in the Macleod parade.
About 1951, he started a trucking business, hauling grain, coal and other goods to rural areas from Uncle Les’s feed mill. Harvey also worked for farmers in the Bow Island and Foremost areas.
In July 1958 he married and later had three children: Margaret Ann (1959), Albert Oron (1963) and Frances Ethel Edna (1965). During this time he was employed by Crestbrook Forest Industries and in an accident lost part of his hand.
In August 1970, he married Betty (Smalls) Vair and became father to her children: Sidney Eugene, Linda Christine, John Albert, Robert Lyle, William Lloyd, Frederick Kenneth and Deborah Ann.
Harvey was a life-long resident of Fort Macleod. He and Betty enjoyed camping and trips to B.C. to visit the children and grandchildren.
Harvey is survived by his wife Betty; his daughter Margaret and her sons Jason and Travis Fulton; his daughter Frances (Dave) Parker and their children Teri and Brent; and by his son Albert (Dina) and their son Brand.
He is also survived by Betty’s children; 16 grandchildren; four great grandchildren; his brother Stanley (Dianne) Perrin of Lethbridge; nephews Gordon and Lyle (Andrea) and their families.
Harvey was predeceased by his parents Oron and Edna Perrin (1979); his brothers, Donald (1930) and Howard (1939); his twin sisters (1938); and by his stepson Sidney (1991).
A funeral service was held at Eden's Funeral Home, Fort Macleod on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2004 at 1 p.m. with Jack Cullen officiating. Interment in Union Cemetery.
If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Harvey’s memory to The Canadian Cancer Society, c/o the Fort Macleod drug stores.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Rod Moses — 1916-2004

Rod Moses, a long-time resident of Fort Macleod, passed away in Lethbridge Regional Hospital on Jan. 24, 2004. Born in Dummer, Sask. in 1916, Rod had just celebrated his 88th birthday with family.
There will be a remembrance service held at the United Church Hall on Monday, Feb. 9 at 11 a.m., giving friends and family an opportunity to gather, remember and celebrate Rod’s life.
Rod was known to most of Fort Macleod’s citizens during his working days as he was the long-time manager of the Alberta Liquor Control Board (ALCB) store. Rod was No. 2 on employee seniority list when he retired having worked 40-plus years for the ALCB. As with most small town business managers, Rod was involved with many of the town’s charitable and service organizations. A long-time Rotarian, Legionnaire and Mason, Rod worked hard at helping where he could.
Rod was predeceased by Blanche Moses, his loving wife of 59 years, and always-positive daughter Kathryn Ann Bokor.
Rod is survived and will always be fondly remembered by his son Jim Moses; daughter-in-law Marilyn Moses; niece Donna (Keith) Crawford; brother Ralph Moses (last surviving sibling of five); grandchildren April Moses-Campbell, Angela Rayner, Michelle Moses, Suzanne Stearns, Renee Herter; seven great-grandchildren as well as Jacko Bokor and many other family members and friends.
Rod was not much of a social butterfly but enjoyed family and friends in bite-sized pieces. He was from the old school where a penny saved was a penny earned. And while he didn’t end up with that many pennies, he sure didn’t spend much — on material things at least (much more went to support and further family members).
He built a small repair shop onto his house and would spend hours fixing the things he had. He was gifted with the ability to “sign write” that is now a lost art with the development of computer graphics. It was his second job for many years and many of the older building signs and billboards are his handiwork. He took up painting landscapes later in life and many are still enjoyed by family members. Rod and Blanche enjoyed their retirement. Going to Nevada was a regular occurrence when they were in their 70s.
Jim, Suzanne and Renee would like to say a special thanks to:
• Donna Crawford for looking after Rod’s immediate needs and visiting him regularly.
• Those who live locally and gave a helping hand (Phil and Eileen Moses, Brent and Jean Nelson, Bob and Linda Ripley, Jean Swihart and others).
• Angela O’Connor and other Home Care staff.
• Staff and residents of the Pioneer Lodge for all the love, caring and assistance they afforded Rod.
• His medical support — Dr. Wildeboer, Dr. David, Dr. Wild and Dr. Holland
Rod — Be well and may God Bless and say hi to Kathy and Blanche for us.
In lieu of flowers, tax-deductible charitable donations can be made to the Edmonton Community Foundation — Moses Charitable Fund, 710, 10117 Jasper Ave., Edmonton, T5J 1W8, which in turn supports a variety of registered Canadian charities. For more information on the foundation please call Kathy Hawkesworth at 780-426-0015.

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Slack O’Sullivan — 1932-2004

Slack O’Sullivan, beloved husband of the late Joyce O'Sullivan, passed away at Fort Macleod on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2004, at the age of 71 years.
Slack was a great father, grandfather and friend to many and his kindness, laughter and twinkle in his eye will be missed. His humour was endless.
Slack was born in Fort Macleod on June 24, 1932. He married Joyce Hallin, from Kipling, Sask., on November 30, 1953. Joyce predeceased him on Feb. 29, 1997.
Slack worked at Greyhound and Crestbrook Forest Industries. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed sports, including boxing, hockey, curling and baseball. For many years he volunteered as coach and umpire for the Fort Macleod Little League.
Slack is survived by his sons: Kevin (Nancy) and Keith (Christine) and by his grandchildren C.J. and Justin.
A memorial service was held at Trinity United Church, Fort Macleod on Monday, Jan. 26, 2004 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Aldeen McKay officiating.
If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Slack’s memory to the Fort Macleod Little League, Box 1363, Fort Macleod, T0L 0Z0.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Gerald David Baggio — 1963-2004

Gerald David Baggio passed away quietly in Vancouver, B.C. on Jan. 8, 2004, at the age of 40 years.
Born in Calgary, Jerry lived for a short time in Trail, B.C. and then moved to Fort Macleod where he went to school and graduated.
Later he worked in the Kananaskis, and from there he moved to Vancouver where he made many friends and made it his home.
Jerry loved hiking, biking, the ocean, music, his cats and enjoyed working out at the gym.
Jerry will be sadly missed by his mother Dale Hutchins; sisters Bev Kunz (Clayton) and Karen Baggio (Mike Norgard); brother Wade Hutchins (Glenda); his nephew Caylin Kunz; nieces Taryn Kunz and Allison Hutchins; and in Trail his father Ed Baggio (Donna), brother Bryce, sister Christina Baggio and grandmother Elena Baggio.
Jerry was predeceased by his stepfather Sid Hutchins.
Cremation. A private memorial will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations can be made in Jerry’s name to P.A.W. Cat Rescue, 84 Coachwood Point, Lethbridge, T1K 6A9.

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Paul Foreman — 1942-2003

Paul Alfred Foreman passed away peacefully in Fort Macleod, surrounded by his wife Karen and his sons Ryan and David, on Friday, Dec. 26, 2003, at the age of 51 years.
A memorial service was held at Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, on Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2003 at 11 a.m. with John Viens officiating.
If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Paul’s memory to the Fort Macleod Hospital Palliative Care Unit, Box 520, Fort Macleod, Alta., T0L 0Z0.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Rita Mary Allen — 1919-2003

Rita Mary Allen of Summerland, B.C. went to be with the Lord on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2003, in Summerland B.C. at the age of 84 years.
Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by daughters Elaine (Eric) Schill of Lethbridge, Lauranna (Robert) Lavoie of Westbank, B.C., and Marimae (Doug) Matthews of Coquitlam, B.C.; sons Ed (Joy) Allen of Red Deer, Jim (Debbie) Allen of Williams Lake, B.C. and Dave (Colleen) Allen of Strathmore; 17 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren; and sister Roma Guth of Tennessee.
She was sadly predeceased by her husband Cliff and son Les.
Mass of Christian Burial was held on Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2003, at Holy Child Catholic Church in Summerland, B.C.
Rita and Cliff farmed in the Fort Macleod area from 1942 until they retired to Summerland in 1965.
Rita was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was active with the Catholic church in both Fort Macleod and Summerland, and had a strong desire to help friends and neighbours.

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Helen Florence Walker — 1914-2003

Helen Florence Walker (nee McNab), beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend passed away peacefully in Lethbridge on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2003 at the age of 89 years.
Helen will be sadly missed by her daughter Jean (Reg) O’Sullivan of Fort Macleod and by her son Bruce (Diane) Walker of Grande Prairie.
She is also survived by her sister Bertha Stewart of Fort Macleod; her 10 grandchildren, Cindy (Dennis) Gray, Darcy O’Sullivan, Kelly (Linda) O’Sullivan, Randy O’Sullivan, Wade (Jennie) O’Sullivan, Sandi (Scott) Norlin all of Fort Macleod, James (Lorri) Walker, Carl, Christine and Michelle Walker all of Grande Prairie; 18 great grandchildren, Tacy (Kip) Lewis, Chad and Wade Gray, Marci (Wes) Stockton, Shawn and Jaquelyn O’Sullivan, Denton and Chet Oberkirsch, Kaede and Jace Norlin, Kira and Ben O’Sullivan, Lindsay and Josh O’Sullivan, Josh, Jenni, Marie and David Walker; six great great grandchildren, Kayla, Hayley, Janelle and Jason Stockton and Joel and Jordan Lewis and by several nieces and nephews.
Helen was predeceased by her parents Bill and Ida McNab; her husband Bill Walker; her sisters, Eva, Kathleen and Gladys and by her brothers Reg and Norman.
Helen enjoyed her many years teaching and was well respected by her students and colleagues. Her hobbies were bridge, curling, golf and she loved to travel.
Family was most important to Helen as she never missed a family event. Helen’s zest for life and her independence was an inspiration to all. The family extends a heartfelt thanks to Dr. Ian Bennett and Dr. Sabastian David and nursing staff of the Fort Macleod Health Care Center for all their kindness and wonderful care that they gave Helen over the past years. We would also like to thank Dr. Janzen for his care and concern for Helen in the last week at Lethbridge Regional Hospital.
In celebration of Helen’s life, a memorial service will be held at Christ Church Anglican, Fort Macleod on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2003, at 3:30 p.m. with Rev. Noel Wygiera officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Helen’s memory to the Fort Macleod Handibus, Box 881, Fort Macleod, T0L 0Z0.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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William (Willie) Sup — 1930-2003

It is with great sadness that the family of William C. (Willie) Sup, beloved husband of the late Mary Sup, announce his passing on Friday, Dec. 5, 2003, at the age of 73 years, after a strong and brave battle with cancer.
Willie was born in Strathmore on Dec. 30, 1929, and moved with his mother to the farm east of Fort Macleod in 1943.
On Oct. 9, 1953, he married his soul mate and love of his life, Mary Pansky. Together they shared 47 years filled with love, respect and admiration for each other. They retired to Fort Macleod eight years ago, where they enjoyed their beautiful home by the river and continued to share special times together with their family and friends.
Willie was born at home on his parents’ farm. From that day and even in his retirement years he loved farming and took pride in the life the land provided for him and his family.
He enjoyed many hobbies, reading, travelling, camping, playing the piano and accordion, his favourite was being out in his workshop either building or repairing for himself, family or friends.
Willie was able to complete his retirement project of restoring his 1949 Massey Harris 44 tractor that he purchased new at the age of 19. He was very proud of his tractor and his accomplishment. He was able to drive it shortly before he passed away.
Willie was an active community and church member. He was president of the Pearce Rural Telephone Co., UGG (Agricore) delegate, Holy Cross Parish chairman, Grand Knight and fourth degree Knight of Columbus, Parish and Welcome Mat choir member, and a friend to all who knew him.
Willie is survived by his daughter Judy (Bryce) Meldrum and their children Jason and Lindsay; his son Peter (Veronica) and their children: Celina, Brittany and Zachary; his cousins, Karel, Eduard and Ria van Aken of the Netherlands, Rudy van Aken of Hamilton, Ont., Sister M. Bernarda of Indiana and Huber van Dongen of Calgary; step nieces Colleen Strebchuk and Darlene Langlois and by numerous nieces and nephews here in Canada and in the Netherlands and Germany.
He was predeceased by his wife Mary on Oct. 7, 2002; his parents Piet and Helena Sup; his stepfather Abraham Zevenbergen; his father-in-law John Pansky; his mother-in-law Katrina Pansky and by his stepsister Antonia Cote.
Willie was a special husband, dad and grandpa and has left us a legacy of love, family and friendship. Our time together was precious and a gift we will treasure always.
He was very proud of his family and all they had accomplished. His grandchildren were very special to him and were his pride and joy.
His friendly nature, kindness, humor and gentle smile will always remain with us. He was a faithful friend, an honest, warm and caring man. He will be greatly missed and forever remembered by his family and everyone whose lives and hearts he touched.
Vigil rites (prayers) were held at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Fort Macleod on Friday, Dec. 12, 2003, at 7 p.m. The funeral mass was held at Holy Cross Catholic Church on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2003, at 11:00 with Father A. Fermo and Father M. Joly concelebrating.
Interment followed in Union Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully declined.
For those who wish, memorial donations may be made in Willie’s memory to the Fort Macleod Knights of Columbus Scholarship Fund, c/o Box 39, Fort Macleod, T0L 0Z0.
Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod, assisting the family.

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Paul William Keough — 1940-2003

Paul William Keough, formerly of Fort Macleod, passed away suddenly Friday Dec. 5 a Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island at the age of 63.
Paul, his wife Linda and their children Shannon and Shayne Paul moved to Fort Macleod in 1981, where he left his mark.
A memorable character, he could often be seen in his “Mission Van,” his hearty laugh and cheery personality adding to the atmosphere about town as a handyman, dog catcher bringing nation-wide attention to Fort Macleod, and ambulance driver.
In 1982 Linda passed away, and Paul and his children continued to reside in Fort Macleod until 1984 when they and Paul’s new wife Antoinette relocated to Tignish, PEI.
Paul will be sorely missed by his many friends across Canada.
Paul is survived by his treasured children, Debbie Cormier of Kitchener, Ont., Shannon (Tony) Albert and Shayne Paul of Charlottetown; his beloved grandchildren Shayne Tyler, Samantha and Kera; his foster mother Leonie Gaudet; and his sisters Eileen Gaudet, Brenda Morrison and Cathy Quenville.
Paul was predeceased by his wife Linda, his mother Jean Carmody, his son Shawn and his foster father, Leo Gaudet.
Funeral services were to be held in Tignish, PEI on Monday, Dec. 8, 2003, but were postponed due to a massive blizzard and high winds which have virtually closed all roadways in that area.
Paul’s unique laugh reverberates in our hearts.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be gratefully appreciated.

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Ruth Chiles — 1924-2003

Ruth Chiles passed away at Lethbridge Regional Hospital on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2003, at the age of 79 years. Ruth was born in Vanguard, Sask. on July 26, 1924. She attended Pinto school and then joined the army when she was 17 years old.
While in the army, she met and married her first husband, Ernie (Bud) Quick. They ranched at Lundbreck and returned to Fort Macleod in 1951.
Ruth work