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HUNT
Mrs. Edith Marie Hunt of Lacombe passed away on March 15, 2007 at the Lacombe Hospital and Care Centre at the age of 79 years. Edith is survived by her loving husband Curtis, 2 sons, Wayne (Lynne) Hunt of Rocky Mountain House, AB; Wade (Sheri) Hunt of Sooke, B.C.; 2 daughters, Eileen (Gordon) Graham of Victoria, B.C.; Arlene (Jim) Parsons of Tees, AB and 13 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren as well as one brother Ole (Terry) Halberg of Lacombe, AB. as well as other relatives. If friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta 134, 1935 32 Ave N.E. Calgary, AB T2E 7C8. Expressions of Sympathy may be forwarded to wfch@telusplanet.net (Subject: Hunt) Funeral Services will be held from St. Andrew's United Church on Wednesday, March 21, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. Interment will take place in the Alto-Reste Memorial Gardens Cemetery. WILSON'S FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM serving central Alberta with locations in Lacombe and Rimbey in charge of the arrangements. (403)782-3366 or (403)843-3388 "A Caring Family, Caring For Families"
JOHNSON
Lorne Johnson passed away in Grande Prairie on March 8, 2007 at the age of 52 years. A Memorial Service will be held at the Red Deer Funeral Home (6150 - 67 Street) on Friday, March 16, 2007 at 1:00 p.m.
LANE
Mildred Anne Lane of Bowden, Alberta passed away on March 7, 2007 at the age of 64 years. Mildred was born Dec. 23, 1942 in Sydney, Nova Scotia and at an early age relocated to North Sydney with her family. Mildred received her early education at St. Joseph's School and then moved to Halifax where she became a Certified Nursing Assistant. In the fall of 1960, while she was in Halifax that she met her husband to be, Lloyd and then moved to Calgary, Alberta, where she and Lloyd were married on Sept. 21, 1963. In 1964 they welcomed a son, Raymond, and in 1966 another son, Jeffrey. Unfortunately, both sons passed away at early ages. In 1968, they were overjoyed with the addition of Colleen to their lives. Mildred worked in many interesting and diverse occupations while in Calgary. In 1979, Lloyd's employment brought them to Bowden, Alberta where they have resided to present. Mildred became very involved in the community which led to her election as a Town Councilor. She subsequently has served over 23 consecutive years as a Town Councilor for the Town Of Bowden. She served on numerous committee's throughout her career as a councilor, and has made many lifelong friends. In 2005, Mildred was extremely honored to receive the Alberta Centennial Medal in recognition of her dedicated work within the community that she loved. Mildred will be sadly missed by her loving husband, Lloyd, daughter, Colleen and grand-children, Jeffray and Danielle. Mildred is survived by her husband of 43 years, Lloyd; daughter, Colleen; grandchildren Jeffray and Danielle; brother, Alex (Elizabeth) Morrison, brother, Ron (Judy) Morrison, brother, Peter (Shirley) Morrison, sister, Dorothy (Gordon) Blaikie, sister, Mary (Lewis) Bonnell, brother Paul (Susan) Morrison and brother, Alan Morrison. She is also survived by one aunt, Effie Walker and numerous cousins, nephews and nieces, numerous friends and extended family. She was predeceased by two sons, Raymond and Jeffrey and her parents, Alexander and Agnes Morrison. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331 - 29th Street N.W., Calgary, AB. T2N 4N2. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Metcalf Funeral Chapel on Friday, March 9, 2007 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 10, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bowden Lions Hall (2012 19th Ave.) with Rev. John Coe officiating. Arrangements entrusted to METCALF FUNERAL CHAPEL, 4200 49th Ave., Innisfail. Phone 227-3123. Proudly serving our community for over 45 years.
LOTZE
Debbie Marie Lotze of Red Deer passed away at the Red Deer Regional Hospital on March 18, 2007 at the age of 42 years. Debbie had a love for horses, dogs and the mountains. She was a member of Green Peace and a proud, Sponsor Parent. Debbie was very talented when it came to crafts, she made beautiful floral arrangements. Deb enjoyed traveling and spent her spare time antiquing. She owned restaurants in Red Deer and in Penhold. She was a great cook and had an amazing laugh that would never be forgotten. Debbie will be lovingly remembered by her parents; George and Sybil Oldford of Red Deer and her two grandmothers; Sybil Owen of Edmonton and Anna Oldford of Lacombe. She will be sadly missed by her daughter, Tanya Gordon of Red Deer, two sisters; Carrie Cunningham of Red Deer and Julie Oldford of Airdrie and her nieces and nephews; Tyler, Trinity and Jaden. She was predeceased by her husband of 16 years Ullie Lotze. A Memorial Service will be held at the Red Deer Funeral Home (6150-67 Street) on Thursday, March 22, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Mrs. Debbie Lotze can do so to the Red Deer and District S.P.C.A. (4505-77 Street, Red Deer, Alberta, T4P 3S6).
LUFT, Wesley Ian
Wesley Ian Luft passed away suddenly on March 7th at the age of 45 years. Wes was born on January 17, 1962 in Didsbury, Alberta. Wes is survived by his parents Clifford and Maudie of Hoadley, one sister Sherry (Monte) Cave of Hoadley and three very special nephews Robert, Alexander, and Branden, along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and a large group of friends. A Time of Remembrance & Fellowship will be held at the Hoadley Community Hall on Wednesday, March 14th at 2:00 P.M. Memorial donations in Wes's honor can be made to STARS Air Ambulance. Sylvan Lake & Rocky Funeral Homes and Crematorium, your Golden Rule Funeral Homes, entrusted with the arrangements. 403-845-2626
MACDONALD
(Jan. 21, 1944 - March 17, 2007)
William Allan (Bill) Macdonald passed away peacefully at the Red Deer Hospice surrounded by his family on March 17, 2007, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Bill was born in Calgary to Edna (nee Gillanders) and Allan Macdonald, and raised in the Okotoks district of Alberta foothills. Bill completed his high school education in Calgary, and went on to complete the Gas Technology program at NAIT in Edmonton. In 1967, Bill was wed to Penny Munn of the Delburne area, where they resided and raised a family. Bill was employed at the Nevis Gas Plant for many years, until he turned to farming full time. Bill was deeply involved with the Delburne community, from the activities of the children to curling. Bill was also an active member of the Delburne Elks and Delburne Ag Society for many years. In 1994, Bill was married to Donna Katan. Bill owned and operated the home-finishing business (Quality Pac) in Red Deer for five years, before his health started to decline. Bill and Donna continued to live and contribute to the Delburne community, until they moved to Trochu in 2003. This move placed them closer to Donna's work, and the community truly welcomed and embraced its new residents. Bill will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Donna, and his three children: Scott (Colette) of Deburne, Bonnie (Ed) of Courtenay, B.C, and Lana of Blackfalds, his two step-sons: Darrell (Jackie) and Darwin (Dawn). Ever dear to Bill's heart were his grandchildren: Andrew, Nicole and Hannah, and step-grandchildren: Ashton, Lance, Desiree and Dominic - who will all miss their Papa greatly. Bill's true calling in life was that of being a grandfather. Bill was predeceased by his parents and one brother-in-law, Bill Mason, and is survived by his brother, Larry (Gloria) of Okotoks, and his three sisters, Colleen Mason of Toledo, OH, Jane Peterson of Colorado Springs, CO, and Marion of Ponoka, and numerous nieces and nephews. Bill will also be greatly missed by special cousins Donna (Tom) Murray of Calgary, Terry (Marge) Laycraft of Blackie. Special friends, Bill and Donna Martynes and Allen and Diana Powell will also miss Bill's quick wit, quest for knowledge and desire to help wherever he could. The family wishes to express their gratitude to Dr. Lora Ligate, and the Red Deer Hospice Society. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made in Bill's memory directly to the Red Deer Hospice Society. A service to celebrate Bill's life will be held on Saturday, March 24, at 2:00 pm at the Trochu Baptist Fellowship Centre. Arrangements entrusted to Prairie Winds Funeral Home, Trochu 403-442-2200.
MAKARENKO
1916 - 2007
Mr. Tom Makarenko of Red Deer passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, March 17, 2007 at the age of 91 years. Tom will be very sadly missed by all who knew him. A public celebration of Tom's Life will be held at Beaver Hall Chapel, 204 Meadowview Road, Red Deer on Thursday, March 22, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be held at Pakan Cemetery at a later date. Service and Interment Providers: EVENTIDE FUNERAL CHAPELS 4820 - 45th Street, Red Deer. "DOWNTOWN RED DEER"
MITCHELL
1921-2007
Mrs. Nettie Elizabeth Mitchell (nee Blaikie) of Red Deer passed away at the Red Deer Regional Hospital on Tuesday, March 6, 2007 at the age of 85 years. Nettie will be greatly missed but lovingly remembered by her four children, Betty Beard (John) of St. Albert, Donna Nye (Gerry) of Red Deer, Jean Reid (Allan) of Calgary and Robert Mitchell (Sandra), of Red Deer; as well six grandchildren, Michael (Claudia), Kelsey (Andrew), Amy, Cory, Shannon (Mike), and Casey, three great grandchildren: Abby, Isabella, and Jackson. Nettie was predeceased by her husband, Gordon, in March 2006, brother Harry Blaikie and her parents, Robert and Isabel Blaikie. A Celebration of Nettie's life will be held at Eventide Funeral Chapel, 4820 - 45th Street, Red Deer, on Tuesday, March 13, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. If desired, memorial donations in Nettie's honor may be made directly to the charity of one's choice. Service & Cremation Providers: EVENTIDE FUNERAL CHAPELS 4820 - 45th Street, Red Deer. Phone 347-2222. "DOWNTOWN RED DEER"
MITCHELL MACKENZIE
Sept. 15, 1956 ~ March 8, 2007
Maryanne has gone home to the Lord after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Toronto and raised in Winnipeg with her final home in Sylvan Lake. Maryanne is survived by her loving husband Don; daughters Lana Simms and Colleen (Mike) Kellner; son Andrew Mackenzie; sisters Pam (Peter), Donna (Bob), Shirley, Debbie (Ellen); sister-in-law Charlotte; brothers Ken (Jan), Mike (Kathy), Norman; three grandchildren Michael, Lorne and Tia; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Aubrey and Jean Mitchell and her brother Bob. Maryanne was a loyal Scotiabank employee for 26 years, always putting work and fellow employees before herself. Funeral Services for the late Maryanne Mackenzie will be held at the Alliance Community Church, 4404 47 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, on Tuesday, March 13, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. Cremation entrusted to Rocky Mountain Crematorium. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions maybe made in Maryanne's memory to the SPCA. Sadly missed and fondly remembered by family and friends alike. Sylvan Lake & Rocky Funeral Homes and Crematorium, your Golden Rule Funeral Homes, entrusted with the arrangements. 403-887-2151
MOLOY Murray Bruce
On March 12th, 2007 our dear father and grandfather went to be with the Lord after a courageous battle with cancer. He passed away peacefully with his family nearby at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre. Murray was born to a farm family near Forest, Ontario on July 22nd, 1929. He married his wife Betty (Bonnell) on February 16th, 1951. Betty predeceased Murray on August 9th, 2006. He is lovingly remembered by his children, Jody Todd, Kathy Rideout, Jill Moloy, Laren Moloy and their families. The passion in his life were his eight grandchildren - Eryn, Brody, Shelby, Meghan, Malory, Drew, Cullen and Eamon, as well as his great grandson Sawyer. He is also survived by his brother Bob and sister Pat of Sarnia, Ontario. Murray, Betty, and their four young children left their families and friends in Eastern Canada to settle in Central Alberta in 1961. Murray's working life was built around farming and farm machinery. In the early 1970's he co-founded Versaline Farm Center which became a leading dealership for Versatile machinery. Murray developed dealerships in Red Deer, Olds, and Rimbey. In the early 1980's Murray established Moloy Farms, a substantial registered Polled Hereford purebred cattle business with operations at Joffre and later Sylvan Lake. He was active in farm machinery associations and was president of The Farm Equipment Dealers Association of Alberta and British Columbia, presiding over a large western Canadian convention held in Vancouver in 1978. In Alberta, Murray was instrumental in establishing the Farm Machinery Act which protected the rights of farm machinery dealers across the province. He was active in the Red Deer Chamber of Commerce in the 80's and was president of the Chamber when it became a founding partner and pioneer of Red Deer's Agri-Trade Farm Show. He has been a member of the downtown Rotary Club, Red Deer Branch of the Canadian Legion, working on poppy campaigns, and was a general community worker for over 40 years. Later in life Murray pursued woodworking, horticultural interests, and family activities. Murray's love of small business and hard work led him to get involved in ongoing gardening and lawncare projects. Murray's farm roots never left him and over recent years he has been an active volunteer at Sunnybrook Farm Museum, where he built lawn chairs, benches, fences and flower planters. He loved coffee at the old Sunnybrook farm house, the Village Mall A&W;, Tim Horton's and McDonald's where he and his friends met daily. The family is very thankful to Dr. Badenhorst as well as so many other medical staff who gave such great care to our Dad. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, March 16th, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Knox Presbyterian Church, Red Deer. If desired memorial donations may be made in Murray's honor to: Friends of Sunnybrook Farm Society, 4701 - 30 Street, Red Deer, AB T4N 5H7.
OAKES
1950 - 2007
Mr. Douglas Edwin 'Doug' 'Dolly' Oakes, beloved husband of Mrs. Lorraine Oakes of Blackfalds, Alberta, passed away peacefully after a brief illness, surrounded by the love of his family at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre on Thursday, March 22, 2007 at the age of 56 years. Doug was born on December 12, 1950 at Stettler, Alberta. He was raised in the Stettler and Big Valley areas, where he also received his schooling. Doug was a very kind and gentle soul whose heart was bigger than life itself. His generosity and caring nature was unsurpassed and for the many he called his friends, there was nothing Doug would not do for them. He loved his family and his special little grandchildren with all of his heart. He shared this love with his special dog, Benson and his beloved babies, all the kitties of the Oakesville Shelter. Doug spent his life on the road traveling far and wide in Canada and the United States for many years driving truck. The past few years he fulfilled a dream and owned his own truck working with Northwest Tank Lines out of Calgary, Alberta. The commitment and dedication he displayed through his work was second to none and he only knew hard work and long hours his whole life through. The pain and the loss we feel is so very great but we know our special Doug rests in God's arms now and that he has the peace he so deserves. Doug leaves to mourn his loss, his loving wife, Lorraine of Blackfalds, Alberta, his sons, Travis Oakes of Calgary, Darren Whitney and Mark (Krystal) Whitney, both of Red Deer, Jim Finkbeiner of Ponoka and Teresa Finkbeiner of Stettler, his beloved grandchildren, Chad Whitney, Gavin, Garick and Samantha Finkbeiner and Braelyn Finkbeiner. Doug will also be very sadly missed by his two loving sisters, Carol (Ken) Jackson of Blackfalds and Kathy of Calgary, as well as numerous other loving family and countless caring friends. Doug was predeceased by his wife, Debbie and his darling baby daughter, Tanya Lee. A Public Celebration of Doug's Life will be held at Eventide Funeral Chapel, 4820 - 45th Street, Red Deer, Alberta on Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. Cremation entrusted to the Central Alberta Crematorium, Red Deer, Alberta. If desired, Memorial Donations in Doug's honour may be made directly to the Red Deer & District S.P.C.A., 4505 - 77th Street, Red Deer, Alberta, T4P 2J1. Service and Cremation Providers: EVENTIDE FUNERAL CHAPELS 4820 - 45th Street, Red Deer. Phone 347-2222. "DOWNTOWN RED DEER"
