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SCHRAVEN, Bert
On October 20, 2005 Bert Schraven of New Sarepta, Alberta passed away at the age of 82 years.
Bert is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Rick; children, Marjorie (Ken) Karpowich of Millet, Patricia Schraven of New Sarepta and Peter (Janice) Schraven of Kelowna, B.C.; grandchildren, Mona, Matthew, Dwight, Chris, Kimberly, Diane, Kathy, Allan, Niome, Kabrie, Carl, Brandon, Sheldon and Whitney; three great-grandchildren; three sisters in Holland as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Bert was predeceased by his sons, Frank and Casey. Memorial services were held from the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Wetaskiwin on Monday, October 24, at 2:00 p.m. with Fr. Jim Corrigan officiating. Interment followed at the Wetaskiwin (Old) Cemetery. In memory of Bert, donations are gratefully accepted to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Baker Funeral Chapel, Wetaskiwin (780) 352-2501 or Toll Free: 1-888-752-2501.
HANNA, William James Orton
July 7, 1910 - Feb. 10, 2004
On Tuesday, February 10, 2004, our loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, William Orton Hanna, passed away peacefully at Breton Nursing Home after a long and full life at the age of 93. Orton will be sadly missed and forever loved by his children, Ken and wife, Gladys, Darlene, Jim and wife, Evelyn, Don and wife, Sandra; brother, Carmen; sister, Blanche; 19 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren and numerous other family members and friends. He was predeceased by his loving and devoted wife, Eltha; cherished daughter, Velma; his parents, William and Mabel; sisters, Katherine, Dorothy, and Eva; brothers, Henry, Willis, Jack Jr., Tom and grandson, Darren. A funeral service was held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, February 14, 2004, at Poplar Valley Church, located 4-1/2 miles west of Winfield on Highway 13, and 1/2 mile north on Poplar Valley Road, with the Rev. Jeff Longard officiating. Interment followed at Mount Clair Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hemophilia Society Edmonton Chapter or the Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Baker Funeral Chapel Inc. Wetaskiwin, Alberta (780) 352-2501.
FAULKNER, Constance Laura Jane (Connie)
On Thursday, February 12, 2004 Mrs. Connie Faulkner of Leduc, Alberta passed away at the age of 76 years. She is sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her three sons, Reg (Ramona), Gary, Dennis (Heather); three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; brother, Charlie (Margaret); sister, Tresses (Roy). Connie was predeceased by her husband, Walter (Doc) and brother, Larry. Funeral service was held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 17 in Hainstock's Funeral Home, 9810 - 34 Ave., Edmonton. Interment followed in Calmar Community Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staff at the Misericordia, Dr. Meier and staff at the U of A Intensive Care Unit, and the second floor staff at the Good Samaritan Southgate for their emotional support. In lieu of floral tributes donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Hainstock's Funeral Home & Crematorium in care of arrangements, 440-2999. An Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial
YOUNG, Claire
On May 1, 2004, James Claire Young of Wetaskiwin, Alberta passed away at the age of 68 years. He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Doris; daughter, Gladys and Walter Mahowich of Willingdon, Alberta; sons, Wayne Henschel of Wetaskiwin and Ron and Iris Henschel of Camrose; three step-grandchildren and five great-step-grandchildren; sister, Lorna and Bud Deyell of Medicine Hat; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Claire was predeceased by his parents, Stanley and Mary Young and by an infant sister, Mary in 1934. Funeral service was held on Wednesday, May 5 at 2 p.m. at Baker Funeral Chapel with Pastor John Klooster officiating. Interment followed in the Wetaskiwin Memorial Cemetery. Memorial tributes to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the Cross Cancer Institute will be gratefully appreciated. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Baker Funeral Chapel, Wetaskiwin (780) 352-2501.
SCHOFER, Edith (Ida)
Florence Ida Schofer of Wetaskiwin, Alberta passed away on April 28, 2004 at the age of 87 years. She leaves to mourn her passing, her loving daughter and son-in-law, Janlyn and Brian Arndt of Wetaskiwin; six grandchildren, Jocelyn and Darryl Urano of Calgary, Jay Watson of Olds, Jennifer Watson of Calgary, Dale Arndt and Anne of Victoria, Kelly Arndt and Simon of Dresdan, Germany, Scott and Angie Arndt of Edmonton; great-granddaughter, Rylie Carl Urano; sister, Adeline Lang of Vancouver, B.C.; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Ida was predeceased by her husband, Carl in 2001; son, Gordon in 1949; brother, Albert and sister, Vi. Ida worked side by side with her husband operating the Esso Service Station on 3rd Ave. East in Melville, Sask. until their retirement in 1972. Following their retirement they spent 19 winters travelling south and the summer months at their cottage at Melville Beach. They moved to Wetaskiwin in 1998. The family wish to thank everyone for their kindness in your prayers, thoughts and deeds. A Service of Remembrance was held on Saturday, May 8, 2004 at 11 a.m. at the Calvary Baptist Church, Wetaskiwin with Pastor Wayne Jorstad officiating. Memorial tributes gratefully accepted to the Peace Hills Lodge, 5402 - 52 Ave., Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 0X9. Cremation and funeral arrangements entrusted to Baker Funeral Chapel, Wetaskiwin, Alberta (780) 352-2501.
DANIELSON, Hans
On April 28, 2004, Mr. Hans Danielson of Wetaskiwin, Alberta went to be with the Lord at the age of 87 years. Survived by his loving wife Linnea; one daughter, Eunice of Almaty, Kazakhstan; two brothers, Ola (Loretta), Jeppa (Alma); four sisters, Alma (Lawrence) Abbott, Mildred (Paul) Folton, Ella (Alfred) Hanks and Edith Olsen; sisters-in-law, Inez Danielson, Annie Lindahl, Harold (Irma) Lindahl; two brothers-in-law, Bill Hoist and Dennis Dunford; also numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends. Predeceased by his parents, Hans and Kate; one brother, Nils; seven sisters, Anna, Ruth, Christina, Lavina, Astrid, Velma and Rachael. Funeral service was held at Wetaskiwin Full Gospel Fellowship with interment in Wetaskiwin Memorial Cemetery on May 3. Condolences to www.serenity.ca In lieu of floral tributes, donations may be made to Central Aisian Missions (Kazakhstan), in care of Wetaskiwin Full Gospel Fellowship, PO Box 6717, Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 2G4. Funeral arrangements by Serenity Funeral Service, 5311 - 91 St. 450-0101. Your Community Owned Not For Profit Society
MENYES, Ruth Ann
On June 6, 2004, Ruth Ann Menyes passed away at the age of 62 years. Ruth Ann will be sadly missed by her loving family; children, Phyllis (Bryan), John (Paula), Deb, Mike (Shelley), Louie (Sandy), Dave; special person Dave Johnson; her grandchildren, Shawn (Janeen), Tawnya (Steve), Shane (Randi), Tex (Ashley), Melissa (Marty), Chelsi, Ryan, Kyle, Jamie, Amy, Gordie; great-grandchildren Trey, Anthony, as well as numerous brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, relatives, family and friends. Funeral services will be held at Wetaskiwin Funeral Home and Crematorium on Monday, June 14 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial tributes are gratefully accepted to any charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements and cremation entrusted to Wetaskiwin Funeral Home and Crematorium (780) 352-5252.
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GAMBOA, Narcisa Sarmiento
On June 3, 2004 Narcisa Gamboa of Wetaskiwin, Alberta passed away at the age of 83 years. She is survived by her loving family; daughters, Soledad (Teofilo) Garcia and Helen (Eduardo) Pacaoan of Wetaskiwin; grandchildren, Walter Garcia, Charlotte (Cody) Grant, Patrick Garcia and Leah Pacaoan and by her great-granddaughter, Avery Grant. Narcisa was predeceased by her husband, Marcelo; son, Baltazar; daughter, Norma Leclerc; son-in-law, Ernie Leclerc; granddaughters, Adrienne and Aimee; two brothers; one sister and by her parents, Diego and Saturnina Sarmiento. Friends were invited to pay their respects at Baker Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, June 8 from 7 9 p.m. Funeral service was held at the Full Gospel Fellowship Church, Wetaskiwin on Wednesday, June 9, at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Norrie Welsh officiating. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to the Cross Cancer Institute. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Baker Funeral Chapel, Wetaskiwin (780) 352-2501.
PETERS, Wayne Jacob
On August 9, 2004 Wayne Peters of Millet, Alberta passed away at the age of 25 suddenly near Slave Lake, Alberta. Wayne is survived by his loving parents, Dennis and Myrna of Millet; sister, Wendy Peters of Millet; grandmother, Mabel Werboweski of Saskatoon as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Wayne was predeceased by his grandparents, Henry and Mary Peters and John Werboweski and by his aunt, Sandra Crooks. Funeral service was held from Baker Funeral Chapel, 5302-50 Avenue, Wetaskiwin on Friday, August 13, 2004 at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Rita Roste officiating. Interment followed at the Millet Cemetery. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to Cross Cancer Institute. Baker Funeral Chapel Inc. (780) 352-2501
KASUR, Alvin Otto
On August 8, 2004 Alvin Kasur of Wetaskiwin passed away at the age of 79 years. Alvin is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Erene; children, Randy (Donna) Kasur of Wetaskiwin, Paulette (Dan) Armstrong of Westerose, Mike (Georgina) Kasur of Chestermere Lake, Susan (Gerald) McClaflin of Ponoka, Colleen (Darryl) Sorensen of Beaumont; grandchildren, Christy (Robert) Fata, Kyle Kasur, Stacey Armstrong, Denny Armstrong, Ryan Doucette, Tiffany Doucette, Damian Kasur, Kolton Kasur, Brent Williams; great grandson, Lucas Fata; sisters, Norma Lammie of Wetaskiwin, Elsie (Oddvar) Saastad of Vallhala Centre, Eunice Horte of Hythe; brother-in-law, Albert Walters as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Alvin was predeceased by his parents, Otto and Paulina Kasur; sister, Selma Walters; brother, Arthur Kasur and by his brothers-in-law, Edward Lammie and Sheldon Horte. Funeral service was held from Zion Lutheran Church, Wetaskiwin on Wednesday, August 11, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Albert Schmidt officiating. Interment followed at the Wetaskiwin Memorial Cemetery. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to the Zion Lutheran Church. Baker Funeral Chapel Inc. 352-2501
EDLUND, Florence Viola
On August 8, 2004 Mrs. Florence Viola Edlund of Gwynne passed away at the age of 77 years. She was born in Bonnyville on December 12, 1926. She will be lovingly remembered by her family: daughter Sandra Lorimer (Dan) of Vernon, BC and their sons Riley (Rhiana) and Sean; daughter Cheryl Doering (Percy) of Wetaskiwin, her son Jason and daughter Cameo Schmidt (Jason) and their daughter Payton; daughter Marilyn Zielke (Dallas) of Gwynne and their children Sarah, Tristan and Tyson; son Murray Edlund (Laurie) of Gwynne and their children Evan, Brett and Maia; five brothers; four sisters; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Vernon Edlund on May 4, 1982; grandson Tyler Doering in 1984; and three brothers. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, August 16, 2004 at 1:30 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 4218 - 56 Avenue, Wetaskiwin with pastor Rita Roste officiating. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to the Wetaskiwin Health foundation for Long Term Care. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Wetaskiwin Funeral Home & Crematorium.
HENRY, Vernon Grenville
On August 20, 2004, Vernon Grenville Henry of Wetaskiwin, Alberta passed away at the age of 73 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Joan; son, Stephen and Candace Henry and grandson Jet of Edmonton; sisters, Gladys Blagden of Lavenham, Man. and Noreen (Barney) Marantz of Winnipeg, Man. and other relatives and many friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Hugh and Gertrude Henry and brother-in-law, Cliff Blagden. Over the years, Vern was active in the community with Fish & Game, Seniors Curling Association and for many years coached minor hockey and softball. A Service of Remembrance was held on Friday, August 27 at 1 p.m. at Baker Funeral Chapel with Reverend Ruth Lumax officiating. Cremation with interment in the Wetaskiwin Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of floral tributes, memorial donations to the Wetaskiwin Minor Softball Association, Seniors Curling Association or to the Cross Cancer Institute would be gratefully appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Baker Funeral Chapel Inc., Wetaskiwin (780) 352-2501.
THORN, Vina Alma
On August 29, 2004 Vina Thorn of Wetaskiwin, Alberta died peacefully at the age of 99 years, three months short of her 100th birthday. Vina is survived by her loving family; daughters, Doreen and Howard Stafford of Fairmont Hot Springs, B.C., Lavina and Herman Barber of Wetaskiwin and Frances Frost of Edmonton; 12 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and five step great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Vina was predeceased by her husband, Frank; daughter, Jessie Bird and an infant son; parents, William and Emma Meyer; three brothers and four sisters. Funeral service was held from the First United Church, Wetaskiwin on Friday, September 3 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Ruth Lumax officiating. Interment followed at the Wetaskiwin (Old) Cemetery. Donations are gratefully accepted to the Wetaskiwin Hospital Foundation
JONES, Gladys Ceinwen
Gladys was born at Crieccieth, North Wales on August 15, 1922. She passed away suddenly in Tofield, Alberta on August 25, 2004 at the age of 82 years. She is survived by her three children, David (Bev) of Cochrane, Anne Pradine and Pat Jones of Tofield; three grandchildren, Jason Pradine, David Jones Jr. and Tracey Jones; one great-grandson Gary Pradine; one great-granddaughter Shaelynne Jones; three sisters and three brothers and their families in Wales and many friends in Tofield and Hobbema. Gladys was predeceased by her husband Griff in 1997; son-in-law Lorne Pradine in 1979; her parents; one sister and one brother-in-law. A memorial service was held Tuesday, August 31 at 2 p.m. at the Tofield Funeral Home Chapel, Tofield, Alberta with Rev. Merlin Stauffer officiating. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Tofield Handi-Van Society or the Tofield Health Centre Foundation. Remember mom with memories Remember mom with laughter She had the touch that meant so much And always will be here. Funeral arrangements in care of Weber Funeral Home (Tofield) 662-3959.
KING, David James
On August 23, 2004 David James King of Bittern Lake, Alberta passed away suddenly near Greymouth, New Zealand at the age of 18 years. David is survived by his loving parents, Alan and Jenny King; his sister, Rachel and brother, Michael, all of Bittern Lake; grandparents, Derek and Anne Findlay of Kilmacolm, Scotland; girlfriend, Asher LaGrange of Bittern Lake; uncle, Peter (Lynne) King and cousins, Natalie and Simon of England; uncle, Graham (Jane) Findlay and cousins, Sarah and Helen of Scotland. David was predeceased by his infant sister, Emma Suzanne and by his grandparents, James Ernest and Rita King. Memorial service was held at the First United Church, Wetaskiwin on Wednesday, Sept. 1 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Ruth Lumax officiating. Donations in David's memory are gratefully accepted to the 4-H Foundation of Alberta or to the charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements entrusted to Baker Funeral Chapel Inc., Wetaskiwin (780) 352-2501.
Neufeld, John
On September 30, 2004 John Neufeld of Wetaskiwin, Alberta passed away peacefully at the age of 72 years. John is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Helen; son, Douglas and special daughter-in-law, Wendy; grandsons, Johnathan and Andrew, all of Cloverlawn; sisters, Lena and her husband, Clifford Boss of Wetaskiwin, Mary Penner of Teulon, Manitoba and Heather Guenther of Wetaskiwin; nephew, Michael and his wife, Heather Guenther of Wetaskiwin as well as numerous other relatives and many friends. John was predeceased by his parents, Nick and Mary Neufeld. Friends were invited to pay their respects at the Baker Funeral Chapel, Wetaskiwin on Monday, Oct. 4 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Memorial service was held at the Baker Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, Oct. 6 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Ron Flamond officiating. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta or to the charity of the donor's choice. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Baker Funeral Chapel Inc. Toll Free: 1-888-752-2501
CHISHOLM, George Herbert (Bert)
On October 4, 2004, Bert Chisholm of Wetaskiwin, Alberta, beloved husband of Lola, passed away at the age of 78 years after a courageous battle with cancer. Bert is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Lola; sons, Dwight of Millet and Keith of Wetaskiwin; daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Ken Rougeau of Wetaskiwin; four grandchildren and one great-grandson; four brothers and three sisters; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his brother, Robert and by his parents, George and Dorothy Chisholm. A memorial service was held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints on Saturday, Oct. 9 at 1 p.m. with Bishop Ken Rougeau officiating. Cremation with interment in the Millet Cemetery. Donations gratefully accepted to the Wetaskiwin Handi-Van Society or to the Wetaskiwin Hospital Foundation. Cremation and arrangements entrusted to Baker funeral Chapel Inc., Wetaskiwin (780) 352-2501.
