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Arthur Thomas Marshall, of Delia
The farming community of Delia lost one of its long time residents with the passing of Arthur Thomas Marshall at the age of 88 years. Art’s influence in the community was evident as he operated Delia Farm Supplies for 59 years helping farmers with their equipment needs and providing mechanical services. His sense of responsibility to the community was always his prime concern ensuring farmers got the seed in the ground the cows fed and the crops in the bin. The wood stove and the kettle at the shop were always ready for coffee and conversation. He had a keen sense of right and wrong and was very outspoken in his beliefs. He was a man of his word and honest to a fault.
Art attended school at Hillview and Georgetown until grade nine and then high school in Delia. He worked helping his Dad on the farm and in the coalmine and later received his mechanics ticket in Calgary. In the later 30’s Art and Carl Albert purchased farm land south of Delia and farmed together until retirement. From 1940 to 1942 he was stationed in Hamilton, Ontario during World War II. His business career started when he purchased the operation Central Garage from Elza Long in 1945 taking over the John Deere Agency. He started and ran the UFA Bulk Fuel Agency in 1946 to 1959. Over the years he also sold Chrysler Products and Texaco Gas.
In 1947 his brother Carl Albert joined in the business until Carl purchased his own farm outside of Delia. At that time the business name changed to A.T. Marshall Farm Implements. The business was incorporated to Delia Farms Supplies in 1965 and continued to grow. In 1969 he expanded to Hanna starting Hanna Farm Equipment, one of the only remaining service centers for the farming community.
Art was born near Delia on the Homestead of his parents John and Jean Marshall on April 14, 1916. He married Mary Ruth DeMott on October 23, 1948. After their marriage Art began farming the Hudson’s Bay Land near Michichi. Many happy hours were spent working the land with his favorite green machines. Their family consisted of 6 children and grew to include 12 grandchildren that he was very proud of. His interests later in life included visiting, coffee at Luke’s, coffee at the Drum Co-op, playing crib with his grandchildren, watching baseball, doing whiz words, reading and keeping up with the ever changing practice of farming. Art was a devoted Catholic and a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus.
Arthur Thomas Marshall of Delia, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on January 16, 2005 at the Hanna Long Term Care Facility. He will be lovingly remembered by his children, Carol (Steve) Cooper, Bill (Jennifer), Amy (Stephen), and Allison Cooper, Tom (Helen) Marshall, Brett (Rhiannon), Jennifer (Pascal), Danny (Amber), and Taylor Marshall, Garett (Ronaye) Willington, Teresa (Gary) Gilson, Dennis, Kelsey and Lisa Gilson, Mary Ellen (Randy) Herzog, Ashley and Marcus Herzog, special aunt Mrs. Francis Ambrogiano, his brothers Mike (Maude) and Carl (Florence) Marshall, sisters Anne McAuliffe, Mary Long, Edith Larson, Irene McKay, Kay Robertson, Lorraine (Ken) Cooney, Josie Roline, and Elsie Limpert, and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his wife Mary Ruth in November of 1980 and his daughter Anita in June 1957. He was also predeceased by his parents John and Jean Marshall and two sisters Violet and Jean.
Prayer vigil was held Wednesday, January 19, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. from St. George’s Roman Catholic Church (Hanna). Funeral mass was held Thursday, January 20, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. from St. George’s Roman Catholic Church in Hanna. Donations may be made to Hanna Long Term Care for equipment purchases or St. George’s Parish. Funeral services in care of Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
INGRAM, Robert Maurice
February 13, 1953 - December 30, 2010
Bob passed away on December 30, 2010 after a courageous battle with cancer at the age of 57 years. He is survived by his wife Valerie Stephens, parents Maurice and Jean, sisters Linda Tobias (Adam) and their sons Jason (Sarah) and Daniel, Brenda Burritt (Stewart), and their children Braden, Andrea and Sarah, Valerie's daughters Elizabeth and Lorraine Stephens and numerous uncles, aunts and cousins. Bob was predeceased by his paternal grandparents Herbert and Hilda Ingram, and maternal grandparents Peter and Elizabeth Duguid, with whom Bob shared a special bond. At Bob's request a private service will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity of one's choice.
BRISEBOIS, Martha Faye
We are saddened to announce the passing of Martha Brisebois on Thursday, June 23rd, 2016 at the age of 76 years in Edson, Alberta.
Martha was the beautiful daughter of Edna Larson and Alexander Lackie. Martha, also known as ‘Toad’ to her brothers and sisters was born on January 17, 1940 at the Royal Alex in Edmonton and grew up in Darwell, Alberta, though she spent most of her life in Edson, Alberta.
Martha leaves behind her two beautiful children, Kelly and Jim; her two sisters, Margaret and Laurie; her brother Cliff as well as six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her three brothers; Wilf, Grant and Don. Martha married Gilbert Trumpour in 1960 and together they had a beautiful daughter Kelly in 1962, a year later in 1963, they had a handsome boy Jim. Gilbert passed away in 1966 after a tragic mining accident.
Martha was a hostess for most of her life, though she also worked in camps as a cook. Her family always came first and was most important to her. Martha’s favourite past time was gardening; she always had the nicest one! She enjoyed being outside having fires and roasting hot dogs, but most of all she loved having her family around. Christmas was her favourite time of year because she got to gather with all the family near and far and sit down with a delicious home cooked meal.
“Mom was always kind at heart, mischievous.” ~ Kelly
“Grandma was the strongest woman I know and the most independent.” ~ Kayla
“Family always came first; she put herself ahead of no one.” ~ Danny
"Grandma was strong, beautiful on the inside and out, she was caring and funny, and she could make you laugh or smile no matter what! ‘Free Spirit’, that was my grandma.” ~ Maddisen
Martha will be missed by many. “Don’t be dismayed at goodbyes; a farewell is necessary before you can meet again. And meeting again after moments or lifetime, is certain for those who are friends.” ~ Richard Bach.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, June 30th, 2016 at 2:00 pm in St. Catherine’s Anglican Church, 670 - 50 Street, Edson, Alberta.
In lieu of other tributes, donations if desired may be made to: Edson Healthcare Centre ~ Palliative Care 4716-5th Ave, Edson, Alberta T7E 1S8.
Lyle Gordon, of Drayton Valley
Mr. Lyle Gordon of Drayton Valley passed away in the Drayton Valley and District Health Complex on June 21, 2004 at the age of 61 years. Lyle was born October 2, 1942 in Turtleford, Saskatchewan, Canada to George and Hazel Gordon.
On June 1, 1967 he and his family came to Drayton Valley. Lyle worked in the oifield for a number of years and homesteaded east of the Saskatchewan River for 27 years. Lyle had many adventures during his life, good and bad. He did many fantastic things and was never afraid to attempt any task once, right up until his death.
He is survived by his common-law wife Laura Scardifield of Drayton Valley, 4 children; Corrine Anderson (Darren Rutt) of Drayton Valley, Lyla de Jong (Rodney Deagle) of Grande Prairie, Sheldon (Dyane) Gordon of Spruce Grove, and Siearra Wegner of Drayton Valley; 6 grandchildren; Reyanna and Chaislay Anderson, Cory, Justin and Daniel de Jong, and Nicholas Gordon; two sisters Linda Stene of Red Deer and Edna Cooper of Shelbrook, Saskatchewan, and one brother Merle (Donna) Gordon of Gadsby; his first wife Ethel Gordon of Drayton Valley; numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his brother-in-law Warner Stene (2003), his parents George (1992) and Hazel (1971).
The funeral service for Lyle was conducted from the Royal Canadian Legion in Drayton Valley, on June 25, 2004 with Bill Roberts officiating. The hymns were “Amazing Grace” and “I’ll Fly Away”.
Honorary pallbearers were: Cory de Jong, Justin de Jong, Daniel de Jong, Reyanna Anderson, Chaislay Anderson and Nicholas Gordon.
Schultz, Emma
SCHULTZ, Emma - On April 8, 2006, Emma Schultz passed away at the age of 85 years. She leaves her loving husband Eduard, five children, Bob (Lori), Stan (Lynne), Elaine, Larry (Mary) and Betty, fourteen grandchildren, Sheri, Wendy (Ron), Laura (Steve), Tracy (Ron), Eric (Karon), Rob, Lorin (Karen), Bob Jr. (Melonie), Allan (Kari), James, David, Angela (Jonathan), Stephen and Matthew, eighteen great-grandchildren, Aarron, Mickala, Kiara, Bethany, Amy, Adrienne, Bobby, Paige, Ava, Jared, Jayden, Peyton, Logan, Jake, Aidan, Annika, Cole and Taylor, two sisters Ida Niemetz and Elsie Currie and one brother Harold (Clara) Ulrich, also numerous nieces and nephews. Emma was predeceased by her parents George and Bertha Ulrich, brother Victor Ulrich and two sisters Violet Kremsater and Ruth Fuller. Relatives and friends may pay their respects on Wednesday April 12 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Evergreen Funeral Chapel, 16204 Fort Road. Funeral Service Thursday April 13, at 2:00 p.m. at Evergreen Funeral Chapel with Pastor Lee Loverridge officiating with interment to follow in Evergreen Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Concordia Lutheran Seminary, Grey Nuns Hospital or to a charity of one's choice. Evergreen Funeral Chapel, Cemetery and Cremation Centre.
