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SOMERS, David F.
On November 13, 2016 David F. Somers passed away at the age of 73 years young. Born in Stettler January 10, 1943, he lived on a small homestead with his family in Botha Alberta. David was predeceased by both parents, Herman and Martha Somer; brother, Herman; sisters, Margret, Clara and Marie. David leaves behind his wife Jami Somers, and his six children, Diana, Frank, Rebekah, Micheal, Christopher and Mark, along with eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He will be missed by all his family and friends.
WARNER
Earl Winfield Warner of Sylvan Lake passed away suddenly in Stettler on November 11, 2016 at the age of 64. Earl was born on January 30, 1952 in Red Deer to parents Ina and Charles Warner.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Sheila; daughters Dinah Warner and Nicole (Kevin) Oltmanns; grandsons: Cole, Brenden, Erik, Raiden and Nate; three sisters: Mary (Don) McBrearty, Louise Sarasin and Sally (Don) Southworth; one brother Tim (Donna); parents in law Jean and Albert Bauer and their families; other relatives and many friends. Earl was predeceased by his parents Ina and Charles Warner; three brothers: Roger, Hubert and Andy and grandson Kody.
A memorial service for the late Earl Warner will be held on November 21, 2016 at Memorial Presbyterian Church in Sylvan Lake at 2:00 P.M.
Donations in memory are gratefully accepted to the Alberta Diabetes Association, the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of your choice c/o
STETTLER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM Box 1780, Stettler, AB T0C 2L0, 403-742-3422, who have been entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements.
BEAUREGARD, Catherine
Nov. 1, 1945 – Nov. 11, 2016
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Catherine Beauregard on Friday November 11, 2016 at Red Deer Regional Hospital at the age of 71. She was a wife, mother and grandmother who will forever be remembered for the love and devotion she had for her family. She is survived by her husband Ronald Beauregard of 52 years, two sons Clark and Stacey Beaurgard, two daughters Colleen Beaurgard and Terri-Jo Martin (Brad Armstrong) her five grandchildren; Jerrett, Zachary, Brannon, Teaghan and Taryn, as well as many other relatives.
She was predeceased by her parents and her son Brent. The family would like to thank the staff on unit 33 for the wonderful care she received and the support they provided to the family.
A viewing will take place at Eventide Funeral Chapel on Thursday November 17, 2016 at 7p.m. and a memorial service will be held on Friday November 18, 2016 at Sacred Heart Church, 5508 48a Ave, Red Deer, AB at 1p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made in Catherine’s honor to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation, 202, 5913 50ave, Red Deer, AB T4N 4C4 or the Cystic Fibrosis Canada, 31 Olympic Green, Red Deer AB T4P 1S7.
Arrangements entrusted to EVENTIDE FUNERAL CHAPEL 4820 – 45 Street, Red Deer.
CATHRO, Pat
1932 – 2016
Patricia Victoria Elizabeth Cathro (née Scott) passed away peacefully on November 11, 2016 surrounded by her three sons. She was 84.
Pat is predeceased by her husband Bob, and survived by her three sons Mike (Suzi Tevendale) John (Kare) and Gary (Jessie Pratt) and grandchildren Claire, Callum, Zack, Reed and Fynn.
The youngest of seven children, Pat grew up in Red Deer, Alberta. Her father ran the general store where all of the Scott kids worked after school. Rex, the family border collie, would walk down at closing time to accompany Pat and her father home, the start of a life-long love of dogs.
With her three dear friends Marge, Bea and Joan, Pat trained as a registered nurse with the Grey Nuns at Edmonton General. A lover of adventure, Pat took off to work and travel across the US in the late 50’s, nursing in Montana, Connecticut, Texas and Seattle. But her adventures were just starting. In 1960, Pat took a job in a mining camp in Port Radium, NWT. One night a geologist came in to the ward saying he had cut his hand badly with an axe. Pat took and look and said, ‘but this is barely a pin prick!’ And the geologist said, ‘yes, but it’s the only way I could meet the new nurse’. They would be married for 54 years.
Pat and Bob spent most of ten years up north moving to Yellowknife to Keno Hill and finally Whitehorse before settling in Vancouver. They stayed very close to their northern friends, and Pat loved to tell stories of those days.
While Bob was up north in the summer, Pat would load up the car with her three boys, the cat and dog and head to Galiano Island. The Alberta relatives would come to visit, the kids would swim, fish, ride bikes and comb the beaches, and Pat would effortlessly apply bandages and keep everyone fed and entertained. She was unapologetic about putting ice cubes in her wine and loved nothing more than telling stories of growing up on the prairies, living up north, and her three boys.
Her strong spirit and great sense of humour will live on. She has touched many people with her love, laughter and generosity. Family was everything to her, as was her willingness to help others. Pat’s legacy is friendship and kindness.
The family would like to thank Dr. Del Begio, Dr. Lawrie, Dr. Nguyen and the staff at Royal Inland Hospital and the Kamloops Senior’s Village for their grace and care in her last months. A Celebration of Life will be held in Red Deer in early 2017. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Cancer Society.
BETTESWORTH, Kenneth
Ken passed away November 10, 2016. Services will be held for Ken at St. Leonard’s on the Hill Anglican Church, Saturday November 19th – 1030 a.m. Lunch will be served downstairs following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Red Deer Hospice Society or St. Leonard’s Anglican Church.
TAYLOR, John
1954-2016
It is with much sadness, we the family of John Robert Taylor, announce his passing on November 10, 2016.
He was predeceased by his parents Stan and Barbara Taylor, granddaughter Gabrielle Thiessen, uncles Irvine, Jack and Lloyd and aunts Helen and Jean.
Survived by daughter Shauna (Ward) Thiessen, sister Shirley Taylor, aunts, uncles, numerous cousins, and best friend of 35 years Paul Landry.
John took his schooling in Halkirk and Stettler and went on to Vermillion College. He was an avid horseman, enjoying endurance and competitive trail rides. His love of horses was passed on to his daughter. He also enjoyed camping, family gatherings and hanging out with friends.
A memorial service will be held on November 26, 2016 at the Red Deer funeral home, 6150 – 67 street at 12:00 noon. Internment service to follow at the Halkirk Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to charity of choice.
Arrangements entrusted to RED DEER FUNERAL HOME 6150 – 67 Street, Red Deer.
ADCOCK, SUSAN
1929 – 2016
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Mom and Nanny, Susan Adcock on November 7, 2016 at the Red Deer Hospice at the age of 86 years.
Susan was born on November 24, 1929 in Bay du Vin, New Brunswick. There she met and married Tom in 1950. With his military career, they travelled across Canada and Europe. They retired in Innisfail in 1976 and called Innisfail home until her passing.
Susan was a kind and gentle person and loved spending time with family and friends. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her great joy and pride. She especially loved the “surprise” visits. Susan was an avid CFL fan and longtime Saskatchewan Roughrider fan, as could be seen by all the Rider memorabilia around the house and the many discussions around the kitchen table.
Susan was predeceased by her husband Tom (2011) and daughter Deborah (2014). Susan will be sadly missed by her two sons: Terry (Marsha) Calgary, AB; Bruce (Colleen) Red Deer, AB; and daughter Firth Red Deer, AB.: her grandchildren and great-grandchildren along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Our Mom – our Nanny – We will miss you –
“Forever In Our Hearts”
Susan’s family would like to thank the staff at Red Deer Hospice for your compassion and care given to our mom.
At Susan’s request no service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made to Red Deer Hospice.
HEARTLAND FUNERAL SERVICES LTD., INNISFAIL entrusted with arrangements.
GORCAK, Jennie Katherine (née Kanik)
September 22, 1922 – January 14, 2017
It is with sad acceptance and hearts full of love, that we announce the peaceful passing of our wonderful Mom, Grandma and Great Grandma, Mrs. Jennie Gorcak, at Covenant Care, Villa Marie, Red Deer on Saturday, January 14, 2017 at the age of 94 years. Mom was born in Coleman, Alberta to Johanna and John Kanik. Mom’s early life in the Crowsnest Pass was one of exploration of the majestic beauty of the mountains and in particular, the Crowsnest. Mom loved to tell the story of her climb, with older brother, Steve and Frances Gorcak to the Crowsnest Peak; and as prairie kids, we were pretty sure that was something of major importance – no mountains to climb in Veteran, Alberta; where Mom came to live with our Dad, George, following their marriage, in 1940. But, for Mom there still indeed were mountains to climb in east central Alberta, of another variety. Mom and Dad settled on property northeast of Veteran, in a tiny farm house, with no power, no running water, a bit of land and dreams for much more. They worked so hard to put together that dream, that eventually realized a full farming operation. Seven children arrived. While the early days at the farm had their challenges, they also brought the joys of family, good friends and neighbours. Mom was an excellent hostess who loved company – knocks on the door, expected or not, were welcomed with much warmth and enthusiasm. A great cook and baker of family-famous buns and pies, Mom’s skills were well-honed over the years. She loved her garden, her flowers, and took pride in her home. Kind, loving and gracious, Mom had other traits that displayed themselves at the card table. Poker, whist, crib – Mom was a skilled player, who could be a good loser but was always a great winner! No mercy for her children, or even her grandchildren, whose visits to the farm always included evenings at the kitchen table hoping to win a game or two – and those times remain some of the happiest, most carefree days for all of us. A good curler, who skipped her teams to trophies in local bonspiels over the years, a bowler, and in later years, a bingo lover, Mom was active through the years and enjoyed thoroughly learning new skills. She played Wii bowling with her grandkids and was clever at charades. She cheered her favourite team, the Calgary Flames, from the beginning, and still enjoyed hearing about their victories long after her sight had gone. When our Dad, in his final years of life, needed extra care and attention, Mom took care of him with a strength that was more than something to admire. Her deep love for Dad was evident in all she did, and upon Dad’s passing in 2000, after close to sixty years of marriage, her heart was broken. But she persevered, and with a strong faith, Mom came through her loss. Mom moved to the Redwoods Retirement Residence in 2009, and enjoyed her new friends and the warm environment of her home. In 2014, she moved to Covenant Care, Villa Marie, where she resided until her passing. Jennie leaves to mourn her children, Lenore (Joseph) Drevenak, David (Gayle) Gorcak, Sylvia (Peter) Stewart, Vicky (Clark) Craig, Denise (John) Templeton, and Cindy (Duane) Clemens; grandchildren, Mark Gorcak, Chandra (Jason) Hlady, Ginny (Jason) Edey, Leana (Marc) Virgo, Chad Drevenak, John (Theresa) Templeton, Ryan (Maureen) Stewart, Matthew (Jessica) Drevenak, Dr. George (Susan) Templeton, Dr. Jeffrey (Jocelyn Stewart) Craig, Kelly (Aaron) Gelling, Ashley Stewart, James (Marija) Templeton, Justin (Kathy Bielecki) Templeton, and Jennifer Gorcak. Mom was the proud great grandmother of twenty-one great grandchildren, ranging in age from twenty-one years to nineteen months old, and counting! Also left to miss her dearly is Mom’s sister, Agnes Parry, and many nephews and nieces and their families. Jennie was predeceased by her parents, parents-in-law, Joseph and Victoria Gorcak, infant daughter, Kathleen, husband, George, great grandson, Marvin Templeton, brother, Steve Mraz, sisters, Louise Kuran and Ethel Dobek, brothers and sisters-in-law, Stella Mraz, Joseph Kuran, John Dobek, Glyn Parry, Joseph and Josephine Gorcak, Albert and Frances Fischer, Norman and Catherine Connolly, Stephen and Blanche Gorcak, and Francis and Jacqueline Gorcak. Our deepest appreciation to the compassionate staff of Covenant Care, Villa Marie, whose amazing care of our Mom was instrumental in her comfort right up to the end. Mom was treated with the utmost dignity and consideration; and we are so very grateful to the entire team of professionals at Villa Marie. A most special thank you to our sister, Lenore and her husband, Joe, with whom Mom lived for a time following Dad’s passing, and who took care of so many things for Mom. Mom’s love of reading was curtailed after the loss of her sight but Lenore began to read to her over the phone, every night, often for hours, and Mom could continue to explore best-sellers, biographies, and new books for several years. And to our sister, Cindy and her daughter, Jennifer whose constant attention to Mom and regular weekend visits brought Mom so much joy we have heartfelt gratitude. Prayers for Jennie Gorcak will be held at Parkland Funeral Home, 6287 – 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer, Alberta on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 5508 – 48A Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta on Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. with The Reverend Father Jozef Wroblewski celebrant. A Private Family Interment will be held at the Veteran Cemetery, at a later date. Arrangements in care of PARKLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 6287 – 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer.
