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WESTOBY (nee Aldridge), Cecil Joyce
Apr. 5, 1935 - Sept. 14, 2016
It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Cecil (Joyce) Westoby on September 14 at the Vernon Hospice House with her husband of 62 years William (Bill) Westoby at her side. Joyce was born in Wetaskiwin Alberta, April 5, 1935, and she married Bill August 28 1958. She was pre-deceased by her parents, seven siblings and daughter Christina. She is survived by her husband Bill; sons, Alan, James (Lisa); daughter, Shawneen (Tony); grandchildren. Terri, Tanya, Celina, Crysta, Tevis, Benjamin, Naomi, Deborah, Thomas, Josiah; great-grandchildren, Nataya, Jenna, David, Alisa, Anthony, Harley. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She will remembered for her personal gifts, knitting, crocheting, quilting, sewing also her garden, her sense of humour and her quiet gentle spirit. A family internment was held September 20 at the Pleasant Valley Cemetery in Vernon BC. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Vernon Christian Fellowship Church, 4506 29 Street Vernon, BC at 1pm on Saturday October 1, 2016, Everyone is welcome, there will be a tea served after. In lieu of flowers the family respectfully requests you make a donation to the charity of your choice in Joyce's name. If you wish to support the Vernon Hospice Society or the Vernon Jubilee Hospital Foundation the staff were amazing in her care during her last illness. Joyce has found her wings and will be there watching over us.
NAULT, Dennis Martin
Dec. 28, 1954 - Sept. 14, 2016
It is with great sadness that the family of Dennis Martin Nault announces his passing from glioblastoma at the Red Deer Hospice on September 14, 2016, at the age of 61 years. Dennis (Den) will be lovingly remembered by his wife of almost 40 years, Carol and his children, Lindsay Nault (Matthew Morigeau), and Kathleen (Clinton) Neufeld. Dennis will be dearly missed by his grandchildren, Holly and Felix Morigeau and be fondly remembered by his brother, Raymond (Dorraine) Nault; his sisters Penny (Bert) Grift, Wanita (Paul) Plouffe; and brother-in-law Tony Everett. Dennis was predeceased by his sisters Aprille Everett and Terry King. Dennis was born in Winnipeg to Antoine and Jessie Nault. Dennis met his wife Carol at Churchill High School where they sang in choir together. Dennis earned two degrees, one BA in theatre at the University of Winnipeg in 1975 and another in physiotherapy at the University of Manitoba in 1983, where he earned the gold medal his graduating year. After his theatre degree, Dennis went to work as a line supervisor at a sheltered workshop in ARC industries in Winnipeg. It was working with people with disabilities that led him to want to go back to school to become a physiotherapist. In 1988, Dennis and Carol moved to Red Deer with their two daughters as Dennis was hired to run the physiotherapy department at Michener Centre. Dennis was passionate and dedicated to helping people with intellectual disabilities and worked in this field for over 28 years. He ended his career as the Director of Professional Services at Central Alberta PDD for the Government of Alberta. Dennis loved to cook for his friends and family and was enthusiastic about living a healthy lifestyle while still enjoying delicious food. He loved to be outdoors and enjoyed cycling to work, running, and dancing in Jazzercise. Stemming from his start in choir and theatre, Dennis continued to be passionate about music, dance and the arts throughout his life. He chaired the Red Deer Arts Council Scholarship Committee and participated in the Red Deer Public Art Jury for multiple terms. Whether he was dancing to live music, attending the Winnipeg folk festival, or performing his mandolin or concertina in the local Red Deer group The Eclectics, Dennis's sense of humour and "joie de vivre" could be seen by many in his community. Those who desire to make donations in memory of Dennis may do so to the Red Deer Hospice, 99 Arnot Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta T4R 3S6, who provided the most loving care to him in the final months of his illness. Dennis's family would also like to thank the Cross Cancer Institute and the U of A Hospital staff who also provided Dennis amazing care this last year. A celebration of Dennis' life will be held in February in honour of Dennis and Carol's 40th wedding anniversary. Details for this event will be shared by the family at a later time.
Arrangements entrusted to RED DEER FUNERAL HOME 6150 - 67 Street, Red Deer.
DONOVAN
Clara Mary Donovan of Rimbey, Alberta passed away peacefully at the Rimbey Hospital and Care Centre on Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at the age of 96 years. Clara will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her loving children: two sons, Phil (Cathy) Donovan of Floral Park, New York; and Dave Donovan of Edmonton; and two daughters, Sheila Carlson (Eric Bryer) of Red Deer; and Helen Twa (Bob DeWeerd) of Oyama, B.C.; as well as twenty-two cherished grandchildren, and thirty-two great grand-children. She will also be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by two sisters, Rose Hoag of Creston, B.C.; and Frances Sargent of Mirror; in addition to numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives, and many treasured friends. Clara was predeceased by her parents; her beloved husband, Mike in 1997; three sons: Johnny, Don, and Harold; two daughters: Pat Hillman, and Mary Munro; her granddaughter, Rebecca Carlson; as well as two brothers, and eight sisters. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Margaret's Catholic Church, Rimbey on Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with the Reverend Father Les Drewicki, Celebrant. Interment will follow in St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery, Bluffton. If friends desire, memorial tributes in Clara's Memory may be made directly to the charity of one's choice.
Funeral and Burial Arrangements for the Late Clara Mary Donovan entrusted to the care of OBERHAMMER FUNERAL CHAPELS LTD.
LILLY, William
1934 - 2016
Mr. William Albert 'Bill' Lilly, beloved husband of Mrs. Myrtle Lilly of Red Deer County, Alberta, passed away at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre on Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at the age of 81 years. Bill will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Myrt; his sons, Darcy (Laura), David (Deb), and William, and his daughter, Barb; nine grandchildren and one great grandchild. He will also be sadly missed by his son-in-law, Phil Elliott; as well as numerous other relatives and dear friends. Bill was predeceased by his parents, William and Jessie Lilly and a daughter, Wendy Elliott. Cremation entrusted to Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, Red Deer, Alberta. If desired, Memorial Donations in Bill's honor may be made directly to a charity of the donor's choice.
Arrangements in care of PARKLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040.
John Petty
Mar 3, 1938 - Sept 13, 2016
John Petty, 78, of Bowden, Alberta, passed away on Tuesday September 13, 2016, in the Red Deer Hospice, after a lengthy battle with Cancer. John is predeceased by his parents: his wife Eileen Petty. He is survived by his wife of 13 years: Diane Petty (Meyer) of Bowden, two daughters, Jennifer (Eddy)Workhoven of Blind Bay, B.C., and Caroline (Peter Wickenheiser) Petty of Red Deer; two brothers: Bernard Petty of Salmon Arm, B.C. and Arthur Petty of N Yorkshire, England;. two step children: Cory Swain of Calgary and Amanda Swain of Strathmore; two grandchildren: Clay Puddifant of Eckville, and Amy Puddifant of Sylvan Lake: one great grandchild Ben Puddifant of Eckville. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday September 17, 2016, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at John and Diane's home at 1222 Hwy 587. Memorial donations may be made to the Red Deer Hospice Society, 99 Arnot Ave, Red Deer, AB, T4R 3S6
SCHAMBER, Sally Marie
1943 – 2016
It is with saddened hearts that the family of Mrs. Sally Marie Schamber announce her passing on Monday, November 21, 2016 at the age of 73 years. Sally will be forever remembered by all her loving family and friends. A Funeral Mass for Sally will be celebrated at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 6 McMillan Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta on Friday, November 25, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. with The Reverend Father Len Cadieux celebrant. Arrangements in care of PARKLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 6287 – 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer.
STEINHOFF, Marjorie
May 18, 1938 – Nov. 21, 2016
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Marjorie Carol ‘Marge’ Steinhoff (nee Jacobson) in Red Deer on Monday, November 21, 2016 at the age of 78 years. Marjorie grew up on a farm northeast of Donalda; where, at an early age, she became a very competent and responsible farm girl – indoors and outdoors. She was especially fond of cattle, horses, dogs and cats. Soon after completing High School, Marjorie began working at the local bank and continued to do so until she and Howard Steinhoff were married in 1959. Marge and Howard lived on a farm southwest of Donalda for 15 years. Duane was born in 1960, Darren in 1962 and D’Arcy in 1965. In Darren’s words, “Mom had a strong passion and interest in horses. She instilled that love for horses in us kids. These were very busy years, which afforded Marge the kind of life she inherently loved ever since she was a little girl. In 1974, the family moved to the Hamlet of Cayley, and three years later, to High River and lived there until 1987, before moving to Red Deer; where she resided the past twenty-nine years. Those who knew Marjorie well will remember her as a very caring and giving person who loved much and many, being certain to include the animals, flowers, and simple things that Our Lord provides – things often times taken for granted. They will know how she loved the great outdoors, gardening and berry-picking, crocheting, knitting, scrabble, listening to music and singing! And those who knew Marjorie very well will take much comfort in knowing that she has now escaped the somewhat surly bonds of earth to be with her Saviour – the one who knows her better than all of us and has every reason to love and care for her, forever and ever. She will always be remembered with love, by her children, Duane, Darren and D’Arcy (Sara); grandchildren, Carol-Anne Roberta Steinhoff, Mitchel Howard Allen Steinhoff, William Christian Kaleb Steinhoff and Haley Rae Steinhoff; sisters, Lorna (Max) Zellweger, Dorothy (Eldon) Raudebaugh; brothers, Arnold (Darlene), Gordon, Stanley, Allen (Helen), Blake and Lyle; as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Howard, parents, Oscar and Margaret Jacobson, an infant brother, Marlin and sisters, Valerie Nelson, Sylvia Webster and Betty Jean Jacobson. A Funeral Service for Marjorie will be held at Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, 6287 – 67A Street, Red Deer, Alberta on Saturday, December 3, 2016 at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations in Marjorie’s honor may be made directly to the Red Deer & District S.P.C.A. at www.reddeerspca.com. Arrangements in care of Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, 6287 – 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer.
SPENCELEY, Betty Alice
Nov. 2, 1931 – Nov. 20, 2016
Betty Alice Spenceley of Red Deer, Alberta passed away peacefully in her sleep surrounded by her children at the Red Deer Regional Hospital on the morning of Sunday November 20, 2016 at the age of 85 years.
Betty was born November 2, 1931 to Bob and Daisy Roberts in Carolside, Alberta. The family soon moved to their homestead in Centerview Community north of Leslieville, Alberta. Betty loved growing up on the farm; riding horses, hunting with her brother George and tending her own trap line. She moved to Red Deer for high school, where she enjoyed playing on the varsity basketball team.
Betty met John Spenceley on a blind date and they were married November 1, 1950. Together they built a good life farming east of Red Deer in the Balmoral District. Betty was an amazing business women who loved operating the farm. She especially loved the cattle and the pinnacle of her farm career was having a hundred cow/calf herd. One of the joys of her life was cooking. She provided fabulous meals for her family as well as the men on the farm. Many friends and friends of her children were invited to sit at her table and eat till their heart’s content. There are a lot of children that felt adopted by Betty; sercure in knowing they were being cared for. Betty was a women of strong character with a warm heart who touched the live of many. Betty was an accomplished artist who sold many paintings to local art shows. She also loved reading and writing poetry when she wasn’t looking after her garden and yard. Betty loved going dancing, curling and travelling with Johnny. In later years they enjoyed going to old time music shows.
Betty was dearly loved by her family, we will sorely miss her. Betty is survived by her brother George (Joyce) Roberts, their children Jacqueline Spenceley, Jo-Lynn Spenceley, Rick (Judy) Spenceley; Randy (Girlie) Spenceley; grandchildren Susannah (Stephen) Burrett, Sean Schwark, Anna (Zane) Nolin, Carol (Rob) Hoskin, Johnny Spenceley; great-grandchildren, Zachary, Blaze, Izabelle, Elizabeth and Abigail.
Betty was predeceased by her husband John Sopenceley, parents Bob and daisy Roberts, and her son Robert Charles Spenceley.
Funeral Service will be held at Eventide Funeral Chapel 4820 – 45st Red Deer, Ab, on Monday November 28, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. Interment to follow at Red Deer Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Betty’s honor may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation #202, 5913 50Ave Red Deer, Ab, T4N 4C4.
Arrangements entrusted to EVENTIDE FUNERAL CHAPEL 4820 – 45 Street, Red Deer.
