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Oscar Anderson, of Wildwood
On Wednesday, April 30, 2003 Mr. Oscar Anderson of Wildwood, AB passed away suddenly at the age of 81 years.
He leaves to mourn his passing and treasure precious memories his loving daughter Donna (Steve), devoted grandsons Lane and Carter; and sister Lydia Nero all of Wildwood.
Oscar was predeceased by his parents, sisters Jenny Anderson and Ester Vankosky and beloved wife Mary.
Funeral Services were held on Monday, May 5, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. at the Wildwood Chapel with Pastor George Stone officiating. Interment followed at Wildwood Memorial Gardens.
If friends so desire memorial donations may be made to the Wildwood Chapel or S.T.A.R.S
DRAYTON VALLEY FUNERAL SERVICES; Tinant Funeral Directors in care of arrangements.
Helma Catherine Bridget Fletcher
June 13, 1942 - September 20, 2012
On Thursday, September 20, 2012 the world became a little darker due to the sudden passing of Helma Fletcher.
Helma was a joyful and loving wife, mother, grandma, sister, friend, colleague and mentor. There is no one word that can capture the essence of Helma and what she meant to the world. Every individual who knew Helma, experienced their own journey with her. Helma was larger than life, exuberant, dark rum, never ending energy, terrible driver, hilarious, passionate, olives up the nose, intense, all or nothing, home remedies, broccoli in the ears, dynamic, Mrs. Claus, diverse, always fun, and a life saver to many…….fill in the blank for your own experience.
Helma is survived by her children: Karen, Keli, Marcel, Carleton and beloved grandson Will.
Her best friend and husband, Wayne, undoubtedly met her on the other side.
A viewing will be held on Wednesday, September 26, 2012from 7:00-8:00pm at Oliver’s Grande Prairie Funeral Chapel.
Please join us in celebrating this great lady’s life on Thursday, September 27, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. at People’s Church in Grande Prairie.
Memorial donations may be made to H.O.P.E organ donor program in Edmonton. Make cheques payable to: University Hospital Foundation, in the "memo" line write H.O.P.E Trust Account In Memory of Helma Fletcher. Mail to: Room 9120 A 11402 University Ave., Edmonton, AB T6G 2J3
James Wilfred Ansell
ANSELL, James Wilfred - Born: October 24, 1930 in Ardley, Oxfordshire, England Passed away: March 14, 2017 in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta Jim is lovingly remembered by his wife, Elleline (nee Buchanan), of 56 years; son David (Kathy), daughter Heather; four grandchildren: Sean, Lucas (Amy), Shayna (Jordan), and Jaime all of Fort Saskatchewan; sister Sheila, sisters-in-law Betty Ansell and Shirley Ansell, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and dear friends. Jim was predeceased by his parents Ernest and Emily Ansell and David and Violet Buchanan, and by 2 sisters and 3 brothers. Special thanks to the nursing staff at Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital, Fort Saskatchewan Homecare, and to Dr. Pfeiffer. A celebration of Jim's life will be held Saturday March 25th at 10 a.m. at First United Church, 10409 - 100 Ave., Fort Saskatchewan. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to the Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice.
Verna May Alice Garland
September 30, 1934 - September 24, 2012
Verna May Garland (nee Smith), longtime resident of Huallen area, passed away peacefully in Grande Prairie on Monday, September 24, 2012, at the age of 77 years.
Verna May was born in Fort William, Ontario on September 30, 1934. She graduated from nursing school in 1956. For years Verna May worked as a registered nurse in Beaverlodge and Hythe hospitals and later as a part of the Victorian Order of Nurses. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, and the fine arts including: sketching, painting, spinning, weaving and quilting. She was a proud grandmother and enjoyed spending time with family.
She will be sadly missed by her children: John (Sandy) of Winfield BC, Mike (Lita) Thorsby, Maureen (Don) of Woking, Heather (Darrell) of Whitecourt, Stephen (Debbie) of Grande Prairie and Shawn (Denise) of Wetaskiwin; sisters Pat (Bud) Hickins of Vancouver, Cheryl Smith of Toronto and brother Earl of Winnipeg.
She was predeceased by her parents Leona and Pat Smith, brothers Cleo and Dick; and her loving husband of 55 years, John.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 29, 2012 at 3:00pm at Oliver’s Grande Prairie Funeral Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Odyssey House in Grande Prairie.
Stuart Noel Morrison
MORRISON, Stuart Noel (1927 - 2010) Stuart Noel Morrison, loving father of Bob and Denise, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 24, 2010, at the Crowsnest Pass Health Care Centre at the age of 82. Stuart was born in Stavely, Alberta, on September 6, 1927, to Florence and Dan Morrison. He came from a family of three brothers and one sister: Harold, Duncan, Don and Shirley. Stuart was intuitive, intelligent and honest and these attributes assisted him in his field of becoming a good plumber & gasfitter in 1961 in High River. He was a very hard worker who enjoyed learning. He went to Calgary in 1967 and worked at ATCO for twenty-three years. In 1991, Stuart retired from his hard work to enjoy a quiet life in Blairmore and to spend precious time with his family. Stuart loved his family and was blessed with four children: Darcy, Marianne, Bob and Denise. He also loved to spend time with his grandchildren. He cherished the quiet times of his life by playing crib, Scrabble, or doing a Circle Word puzzle. He was a quiet and gentle man, who was always willing to help and answer any plumbing or gasfitting questions. Listening to country music was another of his chosen pastimes. Left to celebrate Stuart's life are his loving children: Bob (Mar) Morrison of High River, Alberta; and Denise (Brian) Stang of Lundbreck, Alberta; his sister Shirley Turley of Calgary; his thirteen grandchildren; and eleven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Peacefully and quietly, Stuart now rests with his Higher Power. He is predeceased by his parents: Dan and Florence Morrison; his daughter Marianne Dingreville (1997); and his son Darcy Morrison (2006); his brothers: Harold, Duncan, and Don Morrison. On Friday, August 27, 2010, a Memorial Service for Stuart Morrison will be held at 1:30 p.m. at Fantin's Funeral Chapel (13461 - 20 Avenue, Blairmore, Alberta) with Rev. Dr. Christopher Smith officiating. The Family requests that in lieu of flowers memorial donations for the late Stuart Morrison be made towards the Alberta Cancer Foundation (Lethbridge Cancer Clinic, Room 2H209, 960 - 19 Street South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 1W5). Fantin's Funeral Chapel assisting the Family with funeral arrangements.
