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HERMAN WILLIAM (BILL) JORGENSEN
1927 - 2005
Born in Bassano, Alberta on September 10, 1927, it is with sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, and grandfather.
He grew up on the family farm with his parents Herman and Olivia Jorgensen at Makepeace, AB. During his life Bill was proud to have served as a private in the Canadian Army (active) in Calgary. He later married Audrey Wark on June 30, 1956. Together they farmed at Makepeace where they raised their four children, David, Tammy, Carrie and Tim. After leaving the farm he worked for Alberta Transportation for 11 years before retiring.
Bill enjoyed living in the Foothills during his retirement years. He enjoyed visits with his friends and was active at the Valley Neighours’ Club, Okotoks and District Seniors Club and Holy Cross Lutheran Church.
An open house in celebration of Bill’s life will be held on Sat., Nov. 19 from 1 pm to 3 pm at the Valley Neighbours' Club in Turner Valley, AB (133 Sunset Blvd, Turner Valley, tel.933-4445).
Condolences may be forwarded through www.commemorativeservices.
ca. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made directly to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Arrangements in care of Commorative Services Funeral Directors. 265-1199 Calgary family owned and operated.
JESSICA SARA MARGARET ROSE PAYNE
1987 - 2005
Jessica Payne, born at Calgary on November 12, 1987 was suddenly taken from us on October 15, 2005 at Olds, Alberta where she was attending Olds College in the land administration program.
Lovingly remembered by her parents Bea Ann and Wendell Friesen, Kevin and Patti Payne; her sister and best friend Cayley (Payne) and Kevin Wright; step brothers Justin and Jason Banks; soulmate Blake Wickland; her grandparents Ivan and Shirley Clark, Bill and Anne Payne, Cliff and Anne Friesen. She will also be sadly missed by her aunts, uncles, cousins and many great friends.
Jessie received her schooling in Okotoks, excelling in Track & Field. She graduated with honors from Foothills Composite High in June 2005.
Jessie was involved with many organizations.
She participated in the young riders development circuit, nine years in 4-H, she was part of the Alberta High School Rodeo Association and recently became a member of the Olds College Rodeo Team.
One of Jessie’s latest ventures was the Red Rodeo Cowboy Girls Trick Riding Club and had special times teaching her little buddy Riley Chalmers to ride.
One of Jessie’s great loves was helping Grandma Shirley and Grandpa Ivan with the family’s horse racing operation.
With her wings spread wide, her spirit and love will last forever.
A memorial service will be held at The Lynnwood Ranch, on Thursday, October 20, 2005 at 2 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alberta High School Rodeo Scholarship in memory of Jessie Payne through the Okotoks Community Savings.
To email condolences, please visit www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home (Okotoks) Ltd. Phone 938-3111.
WILLIAM LAVERNE (SONNY) IRVINE
William Laverne (Sonny) Irvine passed away November 17, 2005 at the Rockyview Hospital.
Born on March 31, 1926 Sonny is survived by his loving wife Corry of 53 years; sons Raymond and Duane; daughters Audrey (Jim) Cammaert and Shirley Irvine as well as eight Grandchildren Amber (Kevin) Link and their children Nathan, Matthew, Timothy, Joshua and Samantha; Niki (Shane) Moran, Kaylea Cammaert, Ryan, Nick, Megan, Taylor and Cole Irvine. Sonny is also survived by his brother Dennis and sister Loraine Cowan.
A memorial service was held at the Dewinton Community Hall on Tuesday, November 22 at 1 pm. In memory of Sonny, memorial donations may be made to the Foothills Country Hospice, Box 274, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1A5.
A special thank you to the doctors and staff at the Rockyview Hospital.
To email condolences to the family please visit www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home (Okotoks) 938-3111.
HERMAN WILLIAM (BILL) JORGENSEN
1927 - 2005
Born in Bassano, Alberta on September 10, 1927, it is with sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, and grandfather.
He grew up on the family farm with his parents Herman and Olivia Jorgensen at Makepeace, AB. During his life Bill was proud to have served as a private in the Canadian Army (active) in Calgary. He later married Audrey Wark on June 30, 1956. Together they farmed at Makepeace where they raised their four children, David, Tammy, Carrie and Tim. After leaving the farm he worked for Alberta Transportation for 11 years before retiring.
Bill enjoyed living in the Foothills during his retirement years.
He enjoyed visits with his friends and was active at the Valley Neighours’ Club, Okotoks and District Seniors Club and Holy Cross Lutheran Church.
An open house in celebration of Bill’s life will be held on Sat., Nov. 19 from 1 pm to 3 pm at the Valley Neighbours ‘Club in Turner Valley, AB (133 Sunset Blvd, Turner Valley, tel.933-4445).
Condolences may be forwarded through www.commemorativeservices.ca.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made directly to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Arrangements in care of Commorative Services Funeral Directors. 265-1199 Calgary family owned and operated.
HARRY HOBBS
It is with profound sadness that the loving family of Harry Hobbs announce his unexpected passing on Monday, November 28, at 11:30 am, one day short of his 78 birthday.
Harry was born on November 29, 1927 in High River, Alberta.
He was the third child of Charlie Hobbs and was predeceased by his infant brother, his older sister Lillian, his younger sister Joyce as well as his first wife Joan Hobbs.
Harry was a truly wonderful and well-respected husband, father, grandfather and man. He is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Kathy, his son Bill (Rose), daughter Idella (Bob) Forfylow, his two awesome grandchildren Andrea (Kevin) and Mike Forfylow and his younger sister Fran Taylor. Harry gifted our world with his many gifts and talents. A true cowboy at heart, he was a natural, kind horseman, a knowledgeable cattleman and a wonderful hand with stock dogs. He was a man who just knew a little about everything.
In our eyes Harry was a skilled vet, tradesman, handyman and farmer. He shared these talents with friends and acquaintances around the country and we were lucky to learn from his stories and daily work. Harry began his colorful career cowboying in the Handhills Country where he enjoyed years of trailing the Stampede horses to the Calgary Stampede Rodeo. He was a longtime volunteer for the Calgary Stampede and Exhibition and enjoyed many Stampede Parades, rodeos and chuckwagon races. He was recognized as an Honorary Lifetime Member of the Calgary Exhibition and Stampede for his many contributions over the years.
Harry was proud of his years on the racetrack working with thoroughbred horses and subsequently working with the brood mares of Mr. Frank McMahon.
Following his early years, Harry began working as a rancher and farmer in the Okotoks area. He was well known as a premier breeder of Appaloosa horses as well as Simmental cattle on his beautiful ranch along the Sheep River Valley. As a 4H leader, he was admired by his club members for his kind and caring manner and his vast knowledge of beef cattle.
In his later years, he spent many years riding cutting horses, raising peacocks and pheasants.
Above all else, Harry’s true gift to his world was his role as a husband, father and grandfather.
His wonderful sense of humor and sharp wit, met with a love of teasing, will be greatly missed. His amazing knowledge of animals including dogs, horses and cattle, his farming ability and knowledge of machinery, will be passed on to future generations and cherished by many.
At Harry’s request, there will be no funeral service held. In lieu of flowers, donations made in Harry’s name can be made towards the Foothills Hospice, Box 274, Okotoks, AB T1S 1A5.
A sincere thank you to the Palliative Care Team at the Foothills Hospital and his wonderful nurses at the Red Deer Hospital who all did so much to support Harry and his family.
Cremation has taken place at Parklawn Crematorium.
To e-mail condolence to family please visit www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com
Arrangements in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home (Okotoks) Ltd., (938-3111).
ELMER A. OESTREICH
Elmer A. Oestreich passed away peacefully at the Willow Creek Continuing Care Centre in Claresholm on December 2, 2005 at the age of 80 years.
Elmer was predeceased by his wife Pearl, stepdaughter Patricia Taylor, granddaughter Marianne Dingreville, parents Edward and Irene Oestreich, brothers Bill and Ed and sister Bertha Herman. He is survived by one stepson, seven grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and eight great great grandchildren.
At Elmer’s request no service will be held. If desired memorial contributions may be made to the Oilfields Health Foundation, P.O. Bag 1, Black Diamond, Alberta, T0L 0H0. To email condolences to the family please visit www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home Ltd., High River, 652-2222.
ROBERT RAY PANEK
MARCH 21, 1931 - DECEMBER 15, 2005
It is with great sadness the family of Bob Panek announces his sudden death on Thursday, December 15, 2005 at Oilfields General Hospital in Black Diamond with his family by his side.
Bob is survived by his loving wife Donna of 38 years as well as daughter Jody (Sandy) Robertson of Black Diamond and Son Larry (Wendy) Panek of Black Diamond, grandchildren Tyler and Katie as well as many other special family and friends. Bob will be missed greatly by all who knew him.
As per Bob’s request no funeral service will be held. In memory of Bob and in lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to The Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 200, 119, 14th Street N.W. Calgary, Alberta T2N 1Z6.
The family would like to thank all the nurses, staff and doctors at the Oilfields General Hospital for the great care Bob was given during his stay.
Arrangements are in care of Snodgrass Funeral Homes (Okotoks) 938-3111.
To e-mail condolences please visit: www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com
