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George Baxter, of Grimshaw
BAXTER, GEORGE Terence (Terry) long time resident of Grimshaw passed away on June 2, 2004 in Peace River at the age of 78. Terry was born on March 6, 1926 at Wolverhampton, England. Arrived in Canada in this district in 1926. His occupation was a trucker until he retired in 1999. Terry was on the M.D. 22 Council, Ag Service Board, 3 Creeks Grazing Reserve, Warrensville Sports Association. Terry was predeceased by parents, brothers, Doug Richard, Geof Baxter, sister Marie Novodvarski. Terry is survived by his wife of 55 years Bette, son Zane (Colleen) of Lacombe, 3 daughters, Kathryn (Wayne) Glenn of Grimshaw, Janice (Rick) Blaskovits of Dawson Creek, B.C., Therese (Fred) Mills of Spirit River, 10 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters, Joan Wallace of Peace River, Nanette Konowalyk of Grimshaw, Irene Wolfe of Edmonton, brothers, John Richard of Grimshaw, and Ronald Richard of Falher. Funeral Services for the late Terry Baxter were held June 7, 2004 at 2:00 pm from the Mile Zero Evangelical Church with Reverend Shaun O’Connor officiating. United Church choir. Organist Bernice Glenn. Soloist Floyd Stromstedt. Eulogist, Rick Blaskovits. Ushers, Dean Seward and Keith Bennett. Honorary Pallbearers Deena Rondeau, Bridgette Mills, Shoe-Lyn Baxter (granddaughters). Active Pallbearers grandsons, Darren Glenn, Davis Glenn, Wallace Mills, Jonathan Mills, Chase Baxter, Corben Baxter, Terry Blaskovits. Cremation followed. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Chapel of Memories, Peace River.
Bruce Armitage, of Peace River
ARMITAGE, BRUCE EDWARD VERNON long time resident of Peace River passed away on February 23, 2004 at the age of 76. Bruce Armitage was born on May 10, 1927 at Marquette, Manitoba. Arriving in the district in 1964, Bruce went to work for A.G.T. retiring the year of 1990. Bruce was predeceased by his twin brother Gordon and his older brother Howard. Bruce is survived by his wife Adrina, sons Douglas (Kori) of Devon, Gregory (Rhonda) of Olds, daughter Karen of Dubai U.A.E., brother Jim Armitage and sister Gladys Armitage of Porcupine Plain, Saskatchewan. Helen Simons of Sicamous, B.C., and Eva Warren of Armstrong B.C., and 5 grandchildren. Funeral Services for the late Bruce Armitage were held February 27, 2004 at 3:00pm from the Weberville hall with Reverend Michael Rolph officiating. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the Chapel of Memories, Peace River.
Mark Hinchey, of Peace River
HINCHEY, MARK JAMES long time resident of Peace River passed away on February 21, 2004 in Peace River at the age of 21. Mark Hinchey was born on October 10, 1982 at Edmonton Alberta. Mark worked as a Pipefitter apprentice. Mark was predeceased by his grandfather, Peter Hinchey. Mark is survived by his mother and father Bill and Helen, his sister Janaia, brother Matt, Grandparents Alison Hinchey, Sylvester and Hazel Saniga, as well as his many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Funeral services for the late Mark Hinchey were held February 26, 2004 at 2:00pm from the Our Lady of Peace with Father Joe officiating. Cross bearer Derek George and Jr. Cross Bearers, Scott and Ryan Pearson. The soloist was Joanne Boutet. Marks Honorary Pallbearers were the following, Ryan Routhier, Clayton Tice, Cody Morgan, Mark Jascke, Dwight Cuff, Dan Brooks, Eric Bucholtz, Nick Thorpe, Josh Romamiuk, Jeremy Hand, Tim Reed, Deiter Paul, Dustin Wood, Nathan Johnson and Brendan Stone. Active Pallbearers, Leonard Wilson, Corey Sanderson, Ryan Archibald, Mike Cartier, Chris Strachan, Chris Lungard, Spencer Smirl and Cole George. Interment followed at the Peace River Cemetery. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Mark Hinchey Memorial Peacekeeper Bursary, c/o C.I.B.C. transit #99-010, Account #7450036 expressions of sympathy. He will be missed by all. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Chapel of Memories, Peace River.
Alice Ruel, of Peace River
ALICE RUEL, Tribute to mom: Mom was born Alice Paquette on April 9. 1928 in Laventure, Saskatchewan. She grew up with four brothers and four sisters, and often spoke of her childhood memories that included spending time with her siblings on the farm. Already, as a young person, Mom valued her family life and her close connection to her parents, brothers and sisters. When Mom left home, she went to become a teacher, just as her mother had before her. Her first teaching position took her to Bon Vallon School which was just outside her small community of Leoville. Mom, recently, shared that all young men from the community would come around to check out the new teacher. On July 7th, 1949, they were married. Mom was a lady ahead of her times, as she continued to teach even after her second child was born. Within the next fifteen years, eight children were brought into the world. During the early part of their marriage, mom and dad learned to make do with very little. Mom had a keen sense with finances- something which kept with her until her dying days. As well as being the best mom in the world, mom was also dad’s business partner for the 49 years that they were married. Mom worked alongside Dad in the grocery store, lumberyard and as well continued to teach on a part time basis. Mom always found time to do homework with each one of us around the kitchen table, or long after we were all tucked into bed, sewed a costume for a school play or a new dress that one of us would need for a school dance. By means of song, she would wake us up in the morning and often during the day we would hear her singing as she worked in the kitchen. We all remember coming home after school to the smell of fresh bread or buns coming out of the oven. Mom was famous for her sucre a crème and at Xmas, her tourtiere was spectacular. In 1967, mom and dad made the difficult decision to leave their families behind and move to Alberta. Mom and dad claimed this to be their cenntenial project. Mom very much enjoyed the motel business which they eventually started; this allowed her to be a stay-at-home mom as well as provided her an opportunity for her to work with the public on a daily basis. Mom was a people person and, over the years, she formed many friendships with those who became regular customers. Coffee breaks came complete with mom’s home baking. We remember that anyone staying at the hotel or motel over the Xmas season was sure to receive a full turkey meal complete with tourtiere and sucre a crème. Mom found peace and enjoyment from working in her flowers; we recall calling her late in the evening only to discover that the call was being answered from her portable telephone out in the garden. After dad’s death in 1998, mom continued to manage the Ruel Apartment, which she sold just two years ago. Mom was a woman of strong faith and character- something which she instilled in her children and grandchildren. She possessed a quiet strength that few have. She taught us the importance of family and helped us to get through the tough times. Sundays were a very special day for mom and when many of us still lived in the area, we would gather for Sunday dinner at Mom’s after church. We joked that it was mom’s way of getting us to church ( either that or to get everyone to bring her a church bulletin), but we know that this family time was precious to her and created for us many happy memories. Mom believed that in order to be successful, it was necessary that God be a part of our lives and she molded her relationship with God on a daily basis. Mom was a very giving person. She did not only meet our physical needs but always had a moment to listen and encourage. We knew that we could share our successes but also our troubles with her and that we would be loved unconditionally. When life got tough, we knew that her shoulder was always available. Mom’s grandchildren describe “memere” as cool and recall the houseboat trip whereby memere perfected the seadoo experience; her grandchildren then changed the description of “cool” to “crazy”. Over the years, she gained much respect and affection from those in her community. She was always available to help those in need and was amazed that at the time of dad’s death, so many people brought meals, flowers and offered prayers; she needed to be reminded that what goes around comes around. Mom very much enjoyed her new home in Grande Prairie- her only regret was that she didn’t move into the city before becoming sick, as she would have liked to volunteer in the schools and in the community, something which her health didn’t allow. She did join the “Quilting Believers” and quickly got to know people from the church community. Mom faced her battle with cancer with courage and determination- at first, she told us that she would beat this, but as time wore on and she became increasingly weak, and towards the end, acceptance replaced her fight. On February 12th, Alice went to meet her maker; it is so fitting that Mom’s farewell be today, on Family Day as her family was and always has been her priority. In her last days, we had an opportunity to be with her and share in special conversations, which we will never forget. We are honored that we were able to be around her bedside to say our good-byes as she left this world; a beautiful smile, which replaced her look of pain, reassures us that she now has her beautiful place in heaven. Mom’s life was an exemplary one; she modeled Christian values in her everyday life, and served the Lord in all that she did. Well done, Good and Faithful Servant!! The Ruel family wishes to thank all those who supported us during the recent loss of our mom and memere, Alice Ruel. We were overwhelmed by your kindness. Thank you for the many phone calls, visits, meals prepared, flowers, presence at the celebration of Mom’s life, and the many prayers received. Special thanks to Dr. Campbell, Dr. Moreau and the nursing staff on 5North for the excellent care which mom received. Thanks also so out to: mom’s friends and neighbors from “The Estates at Emerald Garden”, as well as the staffs at St. Clement and Holy Cross Catholic Schools, Palliative Care, Knights of Columbus, Catholic Woman’s League, Ginette Aubin for the beautiful music and Vern & Marion Weber from the Chapel of Memories. Special thanks to Father Santo who “came home”, and who so eloquently paid tribute to mom, while helping us all heal, along the way.
ROBERT M. MCFADDIN, of Grimshaw, Alberta
MCFADDIN, ROBERT M., long time resident of Grimshaw passed away on December 24, 2003 in Edmonton at the age of 76. Robert was born on July 7, 1927 at Sandy Lake, Manitoba. Robert arrived in the Grimshaw area in 1939. Robert was a member of the Grimshaw Legion. Robert was predeceased by his daughter Terry Lee Bliska, his parents Allan and Margaret McFaddin, and his brother Buck McFaddin. Robert is survived by his wife Louise McFaddin, daughters Karen (Daryl) Ferguson, Gail (Ron) Paul, Betty Ann (Len) Duguay, Lynn (Marvin) Belcourt, son Tom (Brenda) McFaddin, son in law Brian Bliska and sister Noreen McGregor. Funeral Services for the late Robert McFaddin were held January 3, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. from the Grace United Church, Grimshaw with Reverend Rod Crumb officiating. Organist was Bernice Glen. Honorary Pallbearers were Albert Johnson, Don Lyseng, Ed Burrows, Jim Glen, Ambrose Parenteau and Joe Bliska. Interment to follow at a later date. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the Chapel of Memories Peace River.
