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FRENCH
SCOTT FRENCH, born January 16, 1981 and known to family and friends as Scotty, Scotty Boy and Hey French, passed away suddenly on May 24, 2004 at the Emerald Lake area in the Crowsnest Pass, doing what he loved. Camping with friends, four bying anywhere, fixing up old trucks and welding were all of Scott's passions. Though he was only with us a short time, Scotty was a friend to many people. Never short to task, he put all of his efforts into everything he did. Remember him as the carefree, hard working, special person that he was and will always be. Scotty is survived by his parents Larry and Patti French; his sister Tanis French; his maternal grandmother Jennie Nielsen (Glenwood); his paternal grandmother Norma French (Hillspring) and by many friends and family in the Pincher Creek area. A Funeral Service was held at the Pincher Creek Community Hall on Friday, May 28, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. with Frank French officiating. Interment in Fairview Cemetery. A Visitation was held at Eden's Funeral Home on Thursday, May 27, 2004 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Scott's memory to Pincher Creek Victims Services, c/o Box 1118, Pincher Creek, AB, T0K 1W0 or to a charity of your choice.
ALEXANDER
Our precious baby girl passed away on June 13, 2004 at the Pincher Creek Hospital. MEGAN THERESE ALEXANDER was born into a family of love at 10:33 a.m. on September 30, 2003. She received and gave more love in her eight months of life than some people do in a lifetime. She had an active life at St. Michael's Parish, where all knew and loved her. Her daddy was very proud of his first baby girl and had a very special relationship with her. Her daddy did all he could to be with her every second he was able. And for this he is truly grateful. Megan's mommy took her everywhere she went. She helped her mommy sing at nearly every function she went to, from funerals to community events. Megan spent endless hours playing and watching her brothers at their various activities. Megan's brothers adored her. Every moment of their little lives revolved around their baby sister. For those reasons Megan had a multitude of people in her life who loved her, and she soon became known as the "community's" baby. Untold numbers will remember Megan and mourn her loss.
Megan Therese Alexander is survived by her Mommy and Daddy: Shelly and Michael Alexander and by her three older brothers: Matthew Joseph, Christopher John and Thomas Michael. Megan will always be in their hearts. Megan is also survived by her "Nana and Papa", Lynda and Ervin Miller of Grande Prairie, Alberta; "Grandpa and Grandma Pete", Pete and Terry Alexander of North Vancouver, B.C.; her Great-Grandma Helen Cutler of Wembley, Alberta; her Aunties and Uncles: Tammy (Randy) Charko, Margaret (Dave) Sutherland and Lynn (Andrew) Kemper. Her cousins who are going to miss her so much are: Jacob and Kate-Lyn Charko, Alexander Sutherland, and Joshua and Dylan Kemper. Megan Therese will also be missed by her precious Godparents Joyce and Morris Pittman and their wonderful boys: Adam, Lucas, Andrew and Jared.
From the bottom of our hearts, Shelly, Michael, Matthew, Christopher and Thomas Alexander would like to thank the community of Pincher Creek for the unbelievable outpouring of prayers and support for our family during the most painful and difficult time of our life. The love and compassion has been unbelievable. Megan radiated love, happiness and joy to all that she saw. There was never a happier baby and she freely gave that love and happiness to all who she interacted with and from that sense she was the community’s baby. The sparkle in her bright, big, brown eyes, her infectious smile and her love for life are the reasons she touched so many.
At this difficult time we thank God that Megan touched so many lives. Without the support and prayers of all those who Megan has touched, I am not sure how we would survive. It is because of a strong faith and the prayers and support of so many family, friends, work colleagues, healthcare professionals, the community and even people outside the community, that we can put one foot in front of the other. We thank you all and ask that you continue to keep us in your prayers. We know that through your prayers God will take this terrible tragedy and help us to rise above the pain and agony of the grief. We will keep loving each other and sharing life together because that is not only what God wants, it is what Megan would want too.
Megan's Prayer Vigil was held at St. Michael's Catholic Church on Thursday, June 17, 2004. A Mass of the Angels was held for Megan at St. Michael's Church on Friday, June 18, 2004. Interment followed in Fairview Cemetery, Pincher Creek, Alberta. A Memorial Trust Fund in Megan's memory has been set up at the Alberta Treasury Branch, Box 1600, Pincher Creek, AB. T0K 1W0.
The Alexander family is very appreciative to Dr. Rottger, Dr. Brunner and Dr. Jackson for their efforts and help at this difficult time. We also appreciate Dennis and Colin and Eden’s Funeral Home for their care and compassion, especially for the effort they gave to find her beautiful cradle. We know that her soul is with God and Jesus is holding her safe in his arms in Heaven. Thank you Father Eric for all you have done for our family.
LINDFIELD
AUDREY MARY LINDFIELD of Lindfield, West Sussex, England, passed away peacefully at her son's home in Pincher Creek Tuesday, June 15, 2004 at the age of 73 years. Audrey was born March 18, 1931 and was the beloved wife of the late Gerald Lindfield (1989). She is survived by her daughter Dawn Gittins (Dave) of Haywards Heath and children (Amy, Barry and Penny) and her son David Lindfield (Wendy) of Pincher Creek and children (William and Thomas). She is also the sister of the late Marjorie Gilmar of the Crowsnest Pass (1980) and Ray Agate (1998) and Alf Agate both of Britain. Audrey is also survived by her nephew Darrell Gilmar and great-niece Marissa of Edmonton, her niece Barb Akitt (Warren) of Pincher Creek and children Nolan and Kendra and great-nephew Travis Chartier of Bohle. Also her special childhood friend Molly Halkier and dear friend Tom Horn. Audrey was born in Slatehouse Farm in Warning Lid, West Sussex. Audrey worked in a drapery shop during the war and later married Gerald Lindfield and moved to London. Audrey cared for loved ones for most of her life, looking after her aging parents, her husband's parents, a neighbor friend Jack Armitage and later her husband Gerald. When her role as caregiver in England ended, she started to travel to Canada to get to know her extended family. She enjoyed her visit to Canada so much that she came every year since 1991, often bringing friends and family. She enjoyed the time spent in the Crowsnest Pass and in Pincher Creek where she met many "Canadian Friends". Audrey will be remembered for her kind and friendly personality and her wit that often cheered a room. She was a very loving and devoted mother, aunt and friend. The family is grateful to Dr. Brunner and Dr. Rottger for their care and compassion, and to the members of the Pincher Creek Fire Department for their kindness. A Memorial Service was held on Thursday, June 17th at 1:30 p.m. at St. John's Anglican Church in Pincher Creek. Donations in her memory can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society c/o Ames Insurance, Box 1537, Pincher Creek, Alberta, T0K 1W0.
MORDEN (HOLLENBECK)
NELLIE MORDEN (HOLLENBECK), beloved wife of the late Jack Morden of Lundbreck, Alberta passed away at Vista Village, Pincher Creek on Friday, January 9, 2004 at the age of 89 years. Nellie was predeceased by her husband Jack, her son Robert and her daughter Irene. She is survived by her son Jack (Louise) Morden of Clearwater, B.C.; her granddaughters: Elizabeth Broad of Princeton, B.C., Cheryl (Darren) Sproat of Saskatchewan and Kari-Lynn (Brad) Ulvild of Saskatchewan; six great-grandchildren and by her very special friend Johanna (Esty) Nickle of Lundbreck, Alberta. Cremation. A Memorial Service honouring Nellie's life will be held at a later date. If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Nellie's memory to Good Samaritan Society Vista Village, Box 1510,
Pincher Creek, AB, T0K 1W0.
BLENNER-HASSETT
DORIS PATRICIA (PAT) BLENNER-HASSETT, beloved wife of the late Roy Blenner-Hassett of Pincher Creek, Alberta, passed away on Friday, January 9, 2004 at the age of 79 years. Pat was born in Wetaskiwin, Alberta to David and Blanche Hoyle. The family made several moves throughout Alberta before settling in Coleman where she received most of her education. After completing high school, Pat attended Normal School in Edmonton where she received her teaching certificate. Her first teaching job was a one-room school in Gladstone Valley. While there, Pat met Roy Blenner-Hassett at a dance at the Buckhorn Guest Ranch. Pat and Roy were married on April 3, 1944. Following several moves throughout Alberta, they settled permanently in Pincher Creek in 1954. Pat will be missed by her three children: Heather (Jacques) Daignault of Pincher Creek, Leslie (Stan) Gill of Elkwater, Alberta and Larry (Carol) Blenner-Hassett of Fort McMurray, Alberta; three grandchildren: Cori Blenner-Hassett of Calgary, Mark Blenner-Hassett of Medicine Hat and Cody Daignault of Pincher Creek; her sister Mary "Mike" Parsons of White Rock, B.C.; her brother Wilfred Hoyle of Calgary and by several nieces, nephews and friends. Pat was predeceased by her husband Roy; her parents; her brothers Gilbert Hoyle and Leonard Hoyle and by her sisters: Kathleen Barrows, Peggy Rhodes and Eileen Pozzi. A Funeral Service was held at St. John's Anglican Church, Pincher Creek on Wednesday, January 14, 2004 with Rev. Noel Wygiera officiating. Interment in Fairview Cemetery. If friends desire, memorial donations may be made in Pat's memory to the Pincher Creek Hospital Palliative Care, Box 968, Pincher Creek, AB, T0K 1W0 or to St. John's Anglican Church, Box 157, Pincher Creek, AB, T0K 1W0. Eden's Funeral Home Pincher Creek assisting the family.
LANCASTER
LANCASTER, Wilma Irene beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend passed away peacefully at Vista Village, Pincher Creek on Monday January 12, 2004 at the age of 87 years. Wilma was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the daughter of William and Mabel Freek, on August 26, 1916. Her family moved first to Cardston, then to Pincher Creek where Wilma attended high school. She married Hugh Lancaster January 31, 1936 at St. John’s Anglican Church in Pincher Creek and together they raised their family of three children. She was an active member of St. John’s Anglican Church, participating in choir and youth group, and was a longtime member of the Order of the Eastern Star (Past Worthy Matron). Over the years she enjoyed the Drama Club and played flute in the community band. Wilma was one of the first women to get her ham radio license. She loved to golf and socialize with friends both here at home and in their winter retreat in Mesa, Arizona. She leaves to treasure her memory and mourn her passing, her husband of nearly 68 years, Hugh Lancaster, her children Nancy (Wilbur) Tripp of Pincher Creek, Don (Leanne Colombo) of Cranbrook, and Susan (Phil) Underwood of Calgary, as well as her six grandchildren Michael (Corina) Tripp, Courtenay (LeeAnn) Tripp, Anthony Tripp, Sara Lancaster, Nathan (Samantha) Underwood and Mark Underwood. Wilma was blessed with five great-grandchildren, Kendra-Lynn, Janae, Laurier, Suzanne and Samuel. Wilma was predeceased by her sister Eileen LaGrandeur and brothers Bill and Harold Freek, grandchildren Brendon and Clayton Lancaster and great-grandchild Jaden Tripp. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, January 22, 2004 at St. John’s Anglican Church with Archdeacon Sidney Black officiating. Reception to follow at the church. Donations in memory of Wilma may be made to Primates Anglican World Relief and Development Fund, Anglican Church of Canada, 600 Jarvis Street, Toronto, Ontario M4Y 2J6. Arrangements entrusted to Pincher Funeral Chapel.
