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OSOKIN
Mrs. Brenda Eileen (nee Clayton) Osokin, beloved wife of Mr. Robert Osokin of Red Deer, passed away suddenly at her home, in the company of her husband, on Friday, November 8, 2002 at the age of 57 years. Brenda was born on May 5, 1945, second child of Harold and Dorothy Clayton, of Calgary, Alberta. She attended school at Conrich, Alberta, Chestermere, Alberta, Mount Royal College and the University of Calgary in Calgary, Alberta. Brenda obtained her ARTC Certificate in 1967. She was an active member of the Chestermere 4H Calf Club, Conrich Junior FUA and also taught piano students privately. While participating in activities with the KYROS Youth Group, she met and married her husband, Robert in 1968. They moved to Whitecourt, Alberta in 1969, where she volunteered many hours of her talent as assistant pianist/organist at the Whitecourt United Church. Brenda shared her musical talents at many church functions, funerals, weddings and family celebrations. She became the unpaid pianist/organist at the Whitecourt United Church in July of 1978. Brenda and Robert then moved to Red Deer in 1995, where she resided until her passing. Brenda is survived by her husband, Robert, daughter, Tatina Osokin of Vancouver, British Columbia, two brothers, Barrie and his wife, Carol Clayton of Chestermere, Alberta, Ian and his wife, Marlene Clayton of Calgary, Alberta and nephews, Earl, Ellis and Paul Clayton and niece, Laurel Clayton. Brenda is predeceased by both her parents, Harold in 1994 and Dorothy in 1997. A Celebration of Brenda's Life will be held at the Sunnybrook United Church, 12 Stanton Street, Red Deer, Alberta on Friday, November 15, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. with the Reverend Mary Ellen Moore officiating. A Graveside Service will be held at Mountain View Memorial Gardens, Calgary, Alberta on Ssturday, November 16, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. If desired, Memorial Donations in Brenda's Honour may be made directly to The Sleep Apnea Society of Alberta, #302, 609-14th Street NW, Calgary, Alberta, T2N 2A1, The Heart & Stroke Foundation, 101, 5208-53rd Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 5K2, The Alberta Lung Association, 16E, 5560-45th Street, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 1L1 or to the Charity of the Donor's choice. The family wishes to thank the ambulance staff for their quick response, and the efficient and professional manner in which they delivered their service to Brenda on Friday, November 8th. We would like to extend our appreciation to the Doctors, Nursing Staff, Respiratory Staff and other related Medical Technicians during her lengthy illness. The family also wishes to acknowledge the prayers and concerns expressed by the members of the Sunnybrook United Church in Red Deer. Service and Interment Providers, EVENTIDE FUNERAL CHAPELS 4820-45 Street, Red Deer Phone 347-2222
PAULSEN, Dora
Mrs. Dora Ellen (Nellie) Paulsen passed away suddenly but peacefully at her home, in Red Deer, on Thursday, November 28, 2002 at the age of 87 years. Nellie was born to John and Ethel McNeely in Islay, Alberta. In early 1939, Nellie married Soren (Sam) Paulsen. They began their married life together in Edmonton, Alberta and later moved to Red Deer in 1955, where she and Sam have resided until her passing. Nellie leaves to mourn her loving husband of nearly sixty-four years, Sam Paulsen, her four children; Bill and his wife, Inger of Hastings Lake, Alberta; Helen Ashmore and her husband, Mike Enzle of Edmonton, Alberta; Barbara and her husband, Alan North of Tofield, Alberta; Jack of Calgary, Alberta; and five grandchildren, two step-grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Mary Lambert of Abbotsford, British Columbia and sister-in-law, Erna McNeely of Melfort, Saskatchewan, as well as numerous relatives and friends. Nellie was predeceased by three sisters, one brother, daughter-in-law, Diane Paulsen and grandson, Jacob Ashmore. The Memorial Service will be held at Knox Presbyterian Church, 4718 Ross Street, Red Deer, Alberta on Wednesday, December 4, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. with The Reverend Andrew Burnand officiating. In place of flowers, donations would be gratefully accepted to the Charity of the donor's choice. Service and Cremation Providers: EVENTIDE FUNERAL CHAPELS 4820-45th Street, Red Deer Phone 347-2222
PEEL
Avis Helen (nee Edwards) passed away peacefully in her sleep the morning of October 28, 2002 at Valley Park Manor, Red Deer, Alberta. Avis had just celebrated her 99th birthday on October 2 with nine of her family present. She is survived by three daughters, June (Donald) Grenkie, Amherstburg, ON, Leone (Carl) Plumb, Whitby, ON, and Lois (Donald) Blackwell, Red Deer, AB; seven grandchildren, Raymond (Marilyn) Grenkie, Janice (Ray) Grenkie-Johnston of Toronto, Tim (Kelly) Blackwell, Terry Ann (Alfredo) Calderon, Calgary, AB, Robert (Melanie) Blackwell, Suzanne (Wayne) Blackwell-McKniff and David Blackwell, Red Deer, AB; eight great grandchildren, Alison and Emma Grenkie, Brian and Brandon Calderon, Jessica, Andrew and Rachel Blackwell and Hannah Blackwell. Avis is also survived by one brother, Ronald Edwards of Findlater, SK. She also has numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband George (who died in a traffic accident near Weirdale, SK in Aug. 1963) and her three brothers, Neal Edwards, Moose Jaw, SK, Dorian Edwards, Glaslyn, SK and Chum Edwards, Findlater, SK. Avis was born on the John Edwards ranch at Findlater, SK October 2, 1903. She attended school in Findlater and later Davidson. She married George S. Peel on November, 3, 1923 and lived on a farm in the Bethune District until 1940 when the family moved to George's homestead in the Weirdale district of northern Saskatchewan. Avis later lived in Vancouver, Regina, Moose Jaw and finally moved to Red Deer in 1987. Avis was very fond of music. She was given a piano for her twelfth birthday and diligently practiced her piano lessons. She could sight read almost any piece of sheet music. When she lived in Bethune, she sang in the United Church Choir. She also belonged to a community based Homemaker's Club. She often played piano for dances with her husband George. She took up smoking during the war years, but quit cold turkey at the age of 80 as her vision was so poor that it was hazardous to continue smoking. Avis always emphasized the importance of education and kept that as a priority for her family, even when funds were quite limited and living difficult. She was a great reader and took a keen interest in politics and world affairs. Avis had been a resident of Valley Park Manor since October 1994. She will be remembered for her strong will and feisty independence. A memorial service for Avis will take place at St. Luke's Anglican Church, Red Deer, Alberta at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 6, 2002 with the Reverend John McKay officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the DTHR Foundation for Valley Park Manor Rec. Fund, PO Bag 5030, Red Deer, AB, T4N 6R2.
PETERSEN, Gene
Mr. Gene Joseph (Gene - Jo) Petersen passed away suddenly at Red Deer, Alberta on Sunday, November 10, 2002 at the age of 38 years. Gene - Jo was an oilfield consultant, he loved to travel and spend time with his family and countless friends. He will be deeply missed by all. He is survived by his mother Ruth Petersen; his brothers and sisters: Jim (Pat) Petersen, Pam (Bill) Wyntjes, Rocky Petersen, and Kelly (Wilf) Weinkauf; his nephews and nieces: Joe Petersen, Dustin, Michael, Pauline and Maggie Wyntjes, Sean Petersen, Nicole and Billy Weinkauf, and one great niece Emily Petersen. Gene was predeceased by his father Lloyd Petersen and one nephew Jim Petersen. Relatives and friends are invited to pay their respects at Parkland Funeral Home, 6287 - 67A Street, Red Deer on Wednesday, November 13, 2002 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Memorial Services will be held at the Deer Park Alliance Church, 2960 - 39 Street, Red Deer on Thursday, November 14, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. with The Reverend Vergil Schmidt officiating. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, #101, 5208 - 53 Avenue, Red Deer, AB T4N 5K2. In living memory of the late Mr. Gene Petersen a tree will be planted in the Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium Memorial Tree Park.
PORKA
Mrs. Jean Miriam Porkka of Red Deer, passed away at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre on Monday, November 4, 2002 at the age of 79 years. Funeral Arrangements will be announced by: Service and Cremation Providers: EVENTIDE FUNERAL CHAPELS 4820 - 45th Street, Red Deer. Phone 347-2222.
SAGER
Mr. Albert Sager of Lacombe passed away peacefully on November 8, 2002 at the age of 81 years. Born in Mindosa, Manitoba, on October 20, 1921, Albert served in WWII from 1939-1945 in the Royal Canadian Engineers 14th and 23rd Field Company. He will be lovingly remembered by his loving wife of 60 years, Mary; 4 children, Sharon (Herb) Becker of Surrey, Anne (Glenn) DeJong of White Rock, Nancy Sager and Bob Sager, both of Lacombe; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren. A private family funeral service will be held from Wilson's Funeral Chapel, Lacombe on Wednesday, November 13, 2002. Interment will follow in the Fairview Cemetery, Lacombe. If friends desire memorial contributions may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #79, 5138-49 Street, Lacombe, AB, T4L 1J2 or to the charity of the donor's choice. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to: wfch@telusplanet.net WILSON'S FUNERAL CHAPEL Serving Central Alberta with locations in Lacombe and Rimbey in charge of the arrangements. (403) 782-3366 (403) 843-3388. "A Caring Family, Caring For Families"
SMITH
On November 17, 2002 Mrs. Ruth Frances Smith passed away in Edmonton, Alberta at the age of 67 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 46 years Arnold Oliver Smith, her three children, Brenda Spowart, Red Deer. Jodie Johnston, Calgary, Brad Smith, Bashaw, 11 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, 3 brothers, 3 sisters, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeased by her mother Agnus in April, 1944. and her father James in 1968. A Service celebrating her life will be held at St. Luke's Anglican Church in Red Deer on November 25, 2002 at 1 pm. Interment to follow at a later date, in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to STARS Air Ambulance
STAINTHORPE, Florence (nee Bailey)
It is with great sadness that the family wishes to announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother, Florence, at the Foothills Hospital, Calgary. She leaves to cherish her memory her son Ron and daughter-in-law Janice, grandsons Brent and fiance Sarah, Mark and wife Carrie (Calgary AB), brother Tom Bailey (Vancouver BC), sisters Ruth (Roy) Fleming (Penticton BC), Betty Cochrane (Birtle MB), Norma ( Tom) Macri (Winnipeg MB), sister-in-law Hazel Hatton (Hamiota MB). Also left to remember Auntie Florence are many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and -nephews, and countless dear friends. Florence was pre- deceased by her husband Raymond, her parents, brothers Lawrence, Jack and Bert, and sister Mildred Campbell. Born on July 9, 1914, Florence was the eldest living member of a family of nine. She grew up on the family farm at Decker MB where her parents provided warm and caring support. After completing school she worked in the local post office. In 1937, she married Raymond Stainthorpe and they established a farm home at Melita MB. During the Second World War, Ray joined the RCAF and they were stationed in Winnipeg. Ray passed away suddenly in 1952, and Florence continued to reside on the farm. She was an active member of Melita UCW and also of the Melita Legion Auxiliary. In 1981 she moved to Red Deer, and later to Calgary, to be close to family. She will be missed by many good friends at Aspen Lodge, Calgary where she had made her home. Florence's great passion was family and friends and she continued to keep in touch, even as the extended family grew. Despite many years of poor health, she was a strong and courageous person, always putting the concerns and needs of others before her own. She will be sadly missed but forever remembered by all who were close to her. Funeral services will be held at Melita United Church at 2 p.m. November 8, officiated by Rev. Richard Cooke, with interment beside her beloved husband in Melita Cemetery. The family would like to thank the doctors and staff at Crowfoot Village Family Practice and the doctors, nurses and staff of Unit 61 of the Foothills Hospital in Calgary. They especially want to thank her niece Lynne Teshima, who provided so much care and support in the past few years. In lieu of flowers, should friends desire, donations in memory of Florence may be made to any Heart Fund.
