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SANCHE, Omer
1941 - 2016
Omer J. Sanche passed away at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre on Sunday, January 10, 2016 at the age of 74 years. He was born on a farm outside of Marcelin, Saskatchewan on May 24, 1941. Omer is survived by his loving wife of fifty-three years, Mary R. Sanche (Houcher); his two loving daughters, Gwen Sanche (Randy O' Connor) and Sandra Sanche; his grandchildren, Brandie-Lee Bowman (Derek Tkachuck), Daniel Steiger (May West), Michael Leek; his great grandchildren, Evan Steiger, Isabella and Autumn Bowman; his brothers, Robert Sanche (Anna-Lynn) and Ernest Sanche; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Omer and Mary met in Red Deer Alberta, January of 1962. They fell in love the moment they laid eyes on each other and were married just a short six months later on July 7, 1962. He had a love of the outdoors, which he shared with his family while enjoying the trailer out west "The Boundary". He enjoyed fishing, camping, hiking, boating and sitting by the campfire. Please feel free to join the family in Celebrating Omer's Life at the Parkland Funeral Home, 6287 - 67A Street, Red Deer, Alberta on Friday, January 15, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. If desired, Memorial Donations in Omer's honor may be made directly to the Alberta Lung Association at www.ab.lung.ca. The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre, Unit 22 for the wonderful care he received. Arrangements in care of PARKLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040.
RHODES, James William
Dec. 22, 1949 - Jan. 10, 2016
It is with heartfelt sadness that our family announces the sudden passing of Jim Rhodes. He is survived by his siblings; Beatrice Stefanyk, Janet (Don) Lowry, Aileen Rhodes, Bob (Wendy) Rhodes, Ed Rhodes Jr.; nieces and nephews, Stacey (Scott) Hennig, Michael (Kathy) Lowry, Steve (Sabrina) Rhodes, Tim (Kim) Rhodes as well as five great-nieces and six great-nephews. Jim was predeceased by parents, Edmund and Aileen Rhodes; brother, Alfred Rhodes; niece, Erin Lowry; nephew, Jeffrey Rhodes and brother-in-law, Don Stefanyk.
Memorial Service Saturday, February 13, 2016 at 12:00 noon. Luncheon to follow at Royal Canadian Legion #35 2810 Bremner Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta. Jim will be missed by family and friends.
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O'CALLAGHAN, Lorna Elizabeth
With sadness we announce the passing of Lorna Elizabeth O'Callaghan on January 10, 2016 at the age of 89. Lorna was born in Church Fenton, Yorkshire, England. In 1959 she moved to Red Deer joining her then husband J. Patrick O'Callaghan, former Red Deer Advocate, assistant publisher and publisher of the Edmonton Journal and Calgary Herald. During her life she lived in various communities across Canada including Red Deer, Edmonton, Ottawa, Toronto, Windsor, Calgary and Fort McMurray. Lorna had a zest for life, spending time with her family and friends, enjoyed cooking, and took great pleasure in her children, gardening, and pride in her Yorkshire heritage. She leaves to mourn her passing, her children, Fiona of Melbourne, Australia; Brendan (Valerie) of Edmonton, Michael (Janice) of Welland, Ontario; Sean (Regis) of Edmonton, Patrick (Dianna) of Red Deer, brothers Michael (Adina) of Edmonton; and David (Rosemary) of Church Fenton Yorkshire, England. She leaves her grandchildren (Ryan, Sean, Conor, Alison, Philip, Vanessa, Devin and Niall) and her great-grandchildren (Zoe, Athena, Bradyn, Liam, Chloe). She was predeceased by her parents Frank and Margaret Nattriss of Church Fenton, Yorkshire, England and J. Patrick O'Callaghan. Crema-tion has taken place. No service will be held. The family would like to recognize the compassionate and caring efforts of the staff of Eaux Claires Extendicare for making Lorna's final few years comfortable.
LYLE, Gladys Mae (nee Dye)
July 9, 1921 - Jan. 8, 2016
In the early hours of a cold winter morning, Mom released her tenacious hold on life. Surrounded by her loving family at the Red Deer Regional Hospital passing peacefully with dignity and was ever so beautiful to her end. Gladys was born in Langdon, Alberta, the fourth child born to parents Roger and Viola Dye into a family of 6 girls and twin boys. She was raised on the farm and took her schooling at Ripley school which only taught to grade nine. She started working in 1937 as a chore girl, babysitter and whatever was needed. She joined the Women's Army Corps (WAC) in 1942, spending 3 1/2 years in Skinner Barracks, Calgary, Vermillion and Currie Barracks, Calgary. She was discharged in 1945 and married Leonard Lyle in 1946. They resided in Alix where they raised 1 son and 4 daughters. Gladys was a member of Sincerity Rebekah Lodge #38 for many years and also a member of the Alix United Church, their choir and the handbell choir. She was civic minded and actively participated in the community. She loved sports, playing basketball in the army and later on baseball for the Alix Ladies team. She was our biggest cheerleader no matter what her kids or the grandkids played. Her many likes included hockey, curling, bingo, movies (with popcorn), casino trips, family reunions, her grandchildren, oh yes, and ice cream! Gladys was predeceased by her mother and her father, her stepfather, her husband Len, her daughter Delena, her sisters Edna, Winnie, Ruby and a brother Robert. She was predeceased by many other very close family members, in-laws and friends. Surviving Gladys is her son Wayne (Silvia) of Thunder Bay; daughters Wendy (Gerald) of Red Deer, Debbie (Jim) of Tsawwassen, and Dixie (Doug) of Alix; her grandchildren Nick, Bonnie, Dr. Patricia, Ryan, Derek, Demi and Christopher; and her great grandchildren Destiny, Josie, Olivia and Emmerson. Also surviving her are sisters Dorothy, Betty and brother, Roger plus too many others to mention. Mom lived a simple life, never learning to drive but rather walking everywhere. She never acquired a taste for even coffee or tea but loved a hot cocoa with marshmallows. As many of our friends will attest, weekend mornings at our house always started special with pancakes and homemade whipped cream. Our house seemed to be the go-to place for all our friends and she has remained special to all of them throughout the years. Keeping with mom's wishes that there be No Funeral, we are choosing instead to have a celebration of her life on July 9 this summer in Alix, on what would have been her 95th birthday. A reminder will be posted at that time. Donations in Gladys' memory may be made to the charity of one's choice. WILSON'S FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM serving Central Alberta with locations in Lacombe and Rimbey in charge of arrangements.
WEGNER-CRAMER, Dawson
1992 - 2016
Dawson James 'D.J.' Wegner-Cramer of Red Deer, Alberta, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at the age of 23 years. D.J. will be deeply and sadly missed but lovingly remembered forever in the hearts of his loving family and many dear friends. D.J. leaves to mourn his parents, John and Lynn Cramer; his brother, Brandon Wegner-Cramer (Ashley Dixon) and their child, Kratos, brother, Curtis Cramer; and his grandparents; Paula Cramer, Margaret Simonson, Lea Wegner and Jim Klone. He will also be sadly missed by his aunts and uncles; Jim and Willa Cramer, Lorinda Dykstra and Murray Bartlett, Gene and Lisa Willms and Sean and Paige Willms; as well as numerous cousins and dear friends. D.J. was predeceased by his grandfathers; Gordon Wegner and Joseph Cramer. A Celebration of D.J.'s Life will be held at Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer, Alberta on Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements in care of PARKLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040.
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BAJEMA, James
It is with great sadness, we announce the sudden passing of James Bajema. Our dear husband, father and grandfather went to his heavenly home on March 16, 2016 at the age of 74 years.
James and Janet were married in 1968, resided in Calgary for 10 years, during which time he worked at Standard General. He moved his family back to Lacombe and began his 29 dedicated years with Border Paving in Red Deer. He retired at the age of 65. James and Janet enjoyed their retirement traveling, golfing and spending time with their children, grand children, friends and family.
James leaves to mourn his wife, Janet (Salomons); his sons Darren and Laura Olson - (Jordyn, Myah, Joshua, Elijah), Brian and Elaine - (Colsen, Kaysey, Kyler), his daughter Christine and Joe Letourneau - (Lucas, Carly); brothers Gerald and Shirley, Robert and Mary, Edward and Janice; sisters Evelyn and Paul, Rita (Bruce), Marion and John, Rose and Dave; many nephews, nieces and extended family.
Funeral service will be held at Woodynook Christian Reformed Church on Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at 1:00 pm. If friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Lacombe Christian School or Central Alberta Christian High School. WILSON'S FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, of Lacombe and Rimbey in charge of the arrangements.
TOWNSEND, William (Bill)
March 15, 2016
Beloved husband of Sylvia. Predeceased by wife Elizabeth. Survived by children Doug and Stacey Townsend, Patti and Gordon Wong, Debby and Peter Lea; grandchildren Matthew and Alexis Lea, Kendra and Jeremy Duprat, Katherine and Amanda Wong, Liam Townsend; brother Bob; and the van der Hoek family: Tim, Christine, Rocky, Brock, and Chandler. Bill was a teacher and principal in Calgary for many years, a proud former member of HMCS Tecumseh, and had lifelong friends from the SPI fraternity. In his retirement he enjoyed carpet bowling in Calgary and Red Deer. A private family service will be held in Calgary at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Red Deer Hospice, 403-309-4344 or reddeerhospice.com
CLARK
It is with very deep sadness that the family of Judith Ann (Judi) Clark (Toivanen) announces her sudden passing on Tuesday, March 15, 2016. A funeral will be held in Drumheller on March 19, 2016 at the Stampede Barn at 2:00 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held in Red Deer at a later date. Further details will follow as arrangements are made, so that many of Judi's friends from Red Deer will be able to pay their last respects.
WEBSTER, Vance Alfred
Feb. 27, 1963 - Mar. 14, 2016
Vance passed away suddenly at the Red Deer Hospital on March 14, 2016. Vance is survived by his beloved wife, Alana; his children, Kayla, Paige and Cody; granddaughter, Addison Webster; mother, Eleanor Webster; sister, Gwen DeMaere (John Kroesch); brothers, Derek (Diane) and David (Cheryl); stepchildren, Autumn Reiter and Chad Oakman; step-granddaughter, Brooklynne Reiter; as well as his nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father, Gordon Webster in 1984. Vance attended his school years in Claresholm, Alberta. Upon graduating, he joined the Canadian Navy and served for 14 years. Vance enjoyed fishing and darts, as well as spending time with his family and dogs. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 19 at 1:00 p.m. at Red Deer Funeral Home, 6150 - 67 Street. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta. Arrangements entrusted to RED DEER FUNERAL HOME 6150 - 67 Street, Red Deer.
PARFENIUK, Jeanette (Jean)
June 21, 1927 - Mar. 11, 2016
Jean passed away with her daughter, Karen, by her side on Friday, March 11, 2016 at the age of 88 years. Jean is lovingly remembered by her daughter, Karen Tiffin, (Steve); four grandchildren, Shane (Nicole), Kerry (Kevin), Myka, and Travis; and six great-grandchildren, Noah, Jonah, Sola, Mikayla, Jake, and Mackenzie. A celebration of Jean's life will be held at City Chapel, 5850 Kerrywood Drive, Red Deer, AB on Thursday, March 17, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. Light lunch to follow.
