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GRANT
Mrs. Marjorie (McAlister) Grant, beloved mother of Audrey Schwartz, of Red Deer, formerly of Melfort, Saskatchewan, passed peacefully from this life on Wednesday, February 21, 2001 at the age of 92 years. Marjorie was born at home in the Silver Park district (south in Melfort, Sask.) on November 18, 1908, the eldest child of David and Annie McAlister. She was raised on the farm in the Silver Park district, and attended the country school near their home. After completing her schooling, she continued to live at home, helping her mother with the many household tasks of the farm. She was involved in musical and social events in her community during this time, and it was there she met a handsome and fun-loving young man named Ted. On November 1, 1933, Ted Grant and Marjorie were married at her home. Following their marriage, they moved to the Clemens district where they farmed along the '44 Trail' for forty years. Marjorie kept the "home fires burining" for her husband. During the early years, she and Ted spent many winter evenings with Ted playing at community dances, and curling with friends. Ballgames were squeezed in during the busy summer months. After the arrival of their only daughter, Audrey, their social calendar included school, music and sporting events. Marjorie experienced a "new life" in 1946, and became involved in the Church of the Nazarene of Melfort, Sask. After selling the farm and moving into town in 1973, she volunteered at the senior's lodges, leading Bible studies, reading and serving on the Nirvana Auxiliary. She loved to read and study, taught Sunday School for many years and was involved in the music ministry at the church. Marjorie also kept busy with sewing projects for her grandchildren. Each grandchild and great-grandchild received one of her afghans, the most recent completed in November, 2000. After moving to Red Deer, following Ted's passing, she became involved in many church activities; Bible study, sewing circle, J.O.Y. group, and also took part in the activities at Canyon View Place. She so enjoyed getting to know those in her apartment building. Marjorie was predeceased by her husband, Ted in December 1995. She leaves to mourn, her daughter, Audrey and her husband Earl Schwartz of Red Deer; her three grandchildren, Judy (Steve) Fillmore of Didsbury, Laurie (Cheri) Schwartz and Kelly (Jody) Schwartz, of Calgary. Being together as a family was a great joy and we have many happy memories to cherish. "Ma" was very special to her eight great-granchildren, Christi and Brett Fillmore, Kyla, Kenzie and Kieran Schwartz, and Alanna, Adam and Lauren Schwartz; her sister, Marion Hopkins of Edmonton; her two sisters-in-law, Dora McAlister of Melfort and Edna McLaren of Olds; and numerous nieces and nephews. As well as her husband Ted, Marjorie was predeceased by her parents, an infant sister, Evelyn; and younger brother, Cameron. A celebration of Marjorie's life will be held at First Church of the Nazarene, 2 McVicar Street, Red Deer, on Monday, February 26, 2001 at 3:00 p.m. with The Reverend Dale Fallon officiating. Interment and second memorial service will be held at Melfort, Saskatchewan, next week. As an expression of sympathy, tributes may be made to Camp Harmattan, Box 444, Sundre, AB, T0M 1X0, or to Nazarene University College, 610, 833-4th Ave., S.W., Calgary, AB T4P 3T5. Condolences could also be forwarded to the family through our website, www.eventidefuneral chapels.com. Service providers Eventide Funeral Chapels, 4820-45th Street, Red Deer. 347-2222
HASTIE
Mr. Peter Scott Hastie, beloved husband of Phyllis, of Red Deer passed away at the Red Deer Regional Hospital, on Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at the age of 86 years. A celebration of Peter's life will be held at Knox Presbyterian Church, 4718 Ross Street, Red Deer, on Friday, March 2, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. with the Reverend Andrew Burnand officiating. Interment will follow in the Red Deer Cemetery. Condolences could also be forwarded to the family through our website: www.eventidefuneralchapels .com Service providers Eventide Funeral Chapels, 4820-45th Street, Red Deer. Phone 347-2222
HELGESON
It is with great sadness the family and friends announce the sudden passing of Wesley Helgeson, who passed away peacefully at the Red Deer Regional Hospital on Monday, February 12, 2001. Wesley was born on October 24, 1947 and spent most of his life in Red Deer. Wesley was a very spiritual man who looked forward to church each Sunday and seeing his special friend, Pastor Fraser. He was social and outgoing and was quick to invite new friends into his life. Wesley had a love for books and spent much time at the library, where he enjoyed seeing his friends Korrina and Laurel. Wesley always lived his life to the fullest with a smile and a laugh you could not forget. He will be sadly missed by those whose lives he touched. With fond memories held by Marilyn, Jen, Beth, Selena, Heather, Sandy, Mandy, Lisa, Carol, Wil and Peter. "He Was My North, My South, My East and West, He Was My Working Week And My Sunday Rest" Please join us to celebrate Wesley's life at the Eventide Funeral Chapel, on Thursday, February 15, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. with The Reverend Stuart Fraser officiating. Condolences could also be forwarded to the family through our website www.eventidefuneral chapels.com Service providers Eventide Funeral Chapels, 4820-45th Street, Red Deer. 347-2222
HELM
Mr. Douglas Ward Helm, beloved husband of Edith, of Red Deer has gone to be with his Lord and Savior, on Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at the Red Deer Regional Hospital at the age of 82 years. Douglas was born on August 23, 1918 at Epson Surrey, England. During World War II, he served in the RAF, as a radio operator and Air Gunner, from 1938 to 1945. Douglas came to Canada in 1952 and joined the RCAF, for one and a half years. While in Quebec, Douglas met his first wife Ruth and they were married in 1953. They were happily married for forty-two years before Ruth passed away in 1995. While Douglas was with the RCAF, he was transferred to Cold Lake and then retired. He then started with A.G.T. as a switchman and moved to Red Deer where he worked for twenty-three years. During Douglas's retirement years he sailed and traveled. He was a strong believer in the Bible and wrote many letters to the newspaper, in support of fundamental Bible Christianity. As well as his loving wife of eighteen months, Edith; Douglas is survived by his two sons, John (Pam), Paul (Teresa); and his five beloved grandchildren. A celebration of Douglas's life will be held at the First Christian Reformed Church, 16 McVicar Street, Red Deer, on Tuesday, February 20, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor James Pot and Pastor Mark Brown officiating. Private family Interment will follow. If desired, tributes may be made to Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre Foundation, Bag 5030, Red Deer. T4N 6R2. Condolences could also be forwarded to the family through our website, www.eventidefuneral chapels.com. Service providers Eventide Funeral Chapels, 4820-45th Street, Red Deer. Phone 347-2222.
HOLMGREN
With sadness we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Phil Holmgren. Gentle and giving, Phil's career was spent helping the staff and residents of Michener Centre, and even in his retirement, was always helping out others in his community. The grin Phil always wore was a window into his soul, and his life. Phil is survived by his loving wife, Mildred of Red Deer; his two daughters; Karin and Marlene; and Max - the dog. You will be greatly missed Phil, but we know where you are going, and we know that someday we'll be together again. At the age of sixty-eight, we all thought Phil had lots of years left. Please make a donation to the Alberta Cancer Foundation or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta and N.W.T. on Phil's behalf. We will gather to celebrate Phil's life on Friday, February 16, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. at the Eventide Funeral Chapel, 4820-45th Street, Red Deer. Phone 347-2222. Please come and celebrate with us.
HUNTRODS
Alfred Stanley Huntrods of Red Deer, beloved husband of Evelyn passed away at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre, on Tuesday, February 6, 2001 at the age of 81 years. Stan was in charge of Alberta Occupational Health and Safety for Red Deer and the surrounding area until his retirement in 1984. Besides his loving wife Evelyn, Stan is survived by his son Richard and his wife Linda and their children Sarah and David, all of Calgary. Stan is also survived by his sister, Louise Isbister of Calgary, brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Ted Kerkhoff of Taber and Jean Huntrods of Lethbridge, and many nieces and nephews and other relatives. Funeral Services will be held at St. Leonard's-on-the-Hill, Anglican Church, 4241-44th Street, Red Deer, on Friday, February 9, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. conducted by the Venerable Archdeacon Derek Hoskin. Condolences emailed to condolences@reddeerfuneralhome.com will be forwarded directly to the family. Funeral arrangements in care of the Red Deer Funeral Home & Crematorium (67th Street) Chapel. Telephone 347-3319.
JACOBSON
On Wednesday, February 21, 2001 Jacob Alfred Jacobson of Edmonton, formerly of Red Deer passed away at the age of 80. He is survived by his son Ken and his daughter Judy (Barry) Findlay; four grandchildren, Mitchell Jacobson, Carrie (William) Boudy, Chris (Michelle) Findlay, Carma-Lynn (Sloane) Muscroft; two great grandchildren, Ethan and Nolan Findlay; and one brother Ted. He was predeceased by his brothers, Vionel and Don. There will be a memorial service on Friday, February 23, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Howard & McBride Westlawn, 16310 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton. In lieu of floral tributes memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Suite 1010, Royal Bank Building, 10117 Jasper Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 1W8. Howard and McBride Westlawn Chapel (780) 484-5500.
JENSEN
Moss Jensen of Red Deer beloved husband of Bea passed away at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre, Saturday, February 3, 2001 at the age of 77 years. Moss was born in Vejby, Denmark and came to Canada in 1928 with his mother, five brothers and one sister to join his father who had come one year earlier. One brother Harold and three sisters, Anna, Edith and Dorothy remained in Denmark. Moss was a charter and life member of the Benalto BPOE and was their first exalted ruler. Besides his loving wife Evelyn (Bea), he is survived by one son Merle (Diann) of Calgary, daughters Katharine and Alannah; one daughter Lorna and her son Reece of Nelson, B.C., one sister, Lee Scott of Knee Hill Valley, special sister and brothers-in-law Rosie Poffenroth, Eugene (Carol) Austin and Gilbert Scott. A sister-in-law Alma Jensen and brother-in-law Luther Austin, numerous nieces and nephews, some of whom were very close to him. Moss was predeceased by brothers Helge, Chris, Joe and Jens. Brother Anker was killed in WWII. Funeral Services will be held from the "67TH STREET CHAPEL" of the Red Deer Funeral Home, 6150-67th Street, Red Deer, on Thursday, February 8, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. conducted by the Reverend John Yoos. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to STARS and/or the Canadian Cancer Society. Condolences emailed to condolences@reddeerfuneralhome.com will be forwarded directly to the family. Funeral arrangements in care of the Red Deer Funeral Home & Crematorium (67th Street) Chapel. Telephone 347-3319
