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Somerville, Jason David. It is with great sadness, we announce the tragic passing of our dear son and brother, Jason David of High River on August 17th at the age of 20 years. He will be deeply missed by his mother Trudy and Sandy, his sisters Jennifer and Shelby, his father Mark and Jacquie and brothers Taylor and Cameron. Jason will be truly loved and always remembered by his grandparents, Chuck and Joan Halverson and Ray and Mary Somerville. He will also be missed by numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and numerous friends. A memorial service will be held at the Full Gospel Tabernacle, 117 - 2nd Ave. S.E., High River, on Thursday, August 21st at 2:00 p.m. with the Reverend Rick Wengel officiating. If desired, memorial tributes may be made to STARS, 1441 Aviation Park N.E., Box 570, Calgary, Alberta T2M 8M7. Arrangements in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home Ltd., High River. Telephone 652-2222.
Swendson, Trygve G.R., died on August 16th, 2003 from injuries sustained in an accident. He was 36 years old. Tryg was born on November 26, 1966 in Nelson, BC. Tryg will be remembered for his love of life and the thrills of living each day to the fullest. He was known for his quick wit and sense of family. He had several passions in life, fishing, motorcycle riding, computers and spending time with family and friends. He leaves behind his mother, Myrtle (Zoobkoff) Swendson (Leigh Snow) Prince Rupert, BC, father Ted & Yvette Swendson of Calgary, AB, grandmother Edith Swendson, Nelson, BC, sisters Ruby Knox (Brian), Redcliff, AB, and Mary Swendson (Herb), Smithers, BC. He also leaves behind Maria Norma Rogers, friend and companion, and his cat, Simon as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews in BC, AB and Norway. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Tryg leaves a legacy of hope to transplant recipients. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to HOPE (Human Organ Procurement & Exchange, Foothills Medical Centre, Calgary, AB). A celebration of Tryg’s life will be held at the home of Ted & Yvette Swendson on Aug. 19th at 2pm. Cremation will take place at Parklawn Crematorium in High River, Alberta.
Taylor, Josephine Helen of High River, Ab. passed away peacefully at home with her family on Sat., August 15th, 2003. Jo was born at Vancouver, B.C. on Sept. 10th, 1920 and grew up in Trail, B.C. She married Harry Taylor in 1940 and they lived in Castlegar, B.C. until Feb., 1989 when they moved to High River, Ab. Harry died in September of that same year. Jo was employed with Statistics Canada for 15 years and was a library volunteer and derived much pleasure from doing this. She played badminton since her youth and had a special interest in the junior players. She golfed for a long time and bowled for over forty years, always enjoying the sport and congeniality of the other players. She was an avid bridge player and made many friendships. She will be sadly missed by her daughter Molly and her husband Bernie Houghton, High River, her sons Harry and his wife Mary Lou Taylor and Brian Taylor, all of Toronto. And her grandchildren: Audrey Mayr and Amy Johnson, Calgary, Gordon (Natalie) Mayr, Australia, Graham (Amber) Mayr, Calgary, Tara (Joe) Taylor, Ottawa, Josie, Stephanie, Jackie and Danielle Taylor, Toronto and 2 beautiful great grandchildren Jared and Madison Mayr of Australia. A memorial service was held at Snodgrass Funeral Chapel, High River on Tuesday, August 19th at 2:00 P.M. If desired, contributions may be made to the Alberta Lung Association, 302, 609 – 14th St. N.W., Calgary, T2N 2A1. Snodgrass Funeral Home Ltd (652 2222) directors.
Abraham, Mabel passed away suddenly at the Peter Lougheed Hospital on Tuesday, December 23rd, 2003 at the age of 62 years. She leaves behind to mourn her three daughters Marilyn (Rodney), Jennifer (Tim) and Mary Ann Abraham; sister Mary Jane Wesley; two brothers Micheal Wesley and Bill (Annie) Wesley, as well as six grandchildren, six nephews, eight nieces; aunties Nora (John) Stephens, Cassie Lefthand, Elva Lefthand; uncles Webster Lefthand, Lazorus Wesley as well as an extended family from Morley. She was well known for cooking at the Eden Valley School for three years and following that she was transferred to another job which the Wesley Band called the R.U.N. program. She worked there as an Elder Liason and loved working with the younger people teaching the ways of our Native Culture. She was predeceased by her common – law husband Lloyd Across The Mountain in August of 2003 and also her parents Paul Wesley (1956) and Susan Wesley (1960), three sisters, six brothers and one grandson. Wake services were held on Saturday, December 27th and Sunday, December 28th. A funeral service was held at the Chief Jacob Bearspaw Memorial School in Eden Valley on Monday, December 29th, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. Snodgrass Funeral Home (High River) in care of arrangements, 652-2222.
Archibald, Gordon Andrew With great sadness, the family of Gordon Andrew Archibald announce Gordon’s passing on December 20th, 2003 at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary. Gordon is survived by his mother Vada Archibald, Lethbridge, his son Andrew Archibald, Penticton, his daughter Kenda (Scott) McLeod and grandchildren Mark, Amanda and Josie McLeod, Okotoks and his loving partner Waltraub “Wally” Koberlenz, Calgary. He is also survived by his sister Carolyn (Glenroy) Payne, Coaldale, his brothers Dexter (Samantha) Archibald, Lethbridge and Robert Archibald, Calgary, his sister-in-law Lorraine Archibald, Sterling, Ab. and numerous nieces and nephews as well as Wally’s parents Paula and Gus Schulz, Calgary. Gordon was predeceased by his father Andrew Archibald and his twin brother Gary Archibald. A funeral service was held at Snodgrass Funeral Chapel, 200 Woodgate Road, Okotoks on Saturday, December 27th at 1:00 P.M. If desired, contributions may be made in Gordon’s memory to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, 6007 1 1A St. S.W., Calgary, T2H 0G3. Snodgrass Funeral Home Ltd., Okotoks (938 3111) directors.
Bray, Geoffrey of Okotoks, went to be with the Lord on December 20, 2003 at the age of 79 years. Geoff will be dearly missed by his wife of 54 ½ years, Anne Mary. Children, David Bray, Christopher Bray and Dawn Falk. Grandchildren, Shawna, Sarah, Ryan, Jordan, Connor, Delaney, Quinton, Becky and Josh. Great Grandchildren, Kyle, Charlotte and Brayson. Geoff is also survived by numerous family in Ontario and England. A Celebration of Geoff’s Life was held at Grace Lutheran Church, 114 Waldron Ave., Okotoks, on Monday, December 29, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. Pastor Jonathan Overland officiating. Interment will take place at Okotoks Union Cemetery. Arrangements in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home (Okotoks) Ltd. Telephone 938-3111.
Davey, Linda It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Linda Davey. Linda is survived by her loving soul mate, Jim Deacon, her mother Myrtle Johnston, sisters Hazel, Jessie (and family), brother Kenneth (Dorothy), eight nieces and nephews and sixteen great nieces and nephews. Linda was predeceased by her father Sydney. Linda moved to Alberta in 1980 where she was employed by Don Davis & Sons Petroleum for nineteen years. When the owner retired and closed the business, Linda became employed by Milne & Craighead where she found her true niche in life as a collector for the firm. She will be missed by her co-workers and friends from Milne and Craighead and parent company Canadian Freightways. Linda loved to camp, travel and sightsee. She was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #78, Turner Valley. A Funeral Service was held at Lewis Memorial United Church, Turner Valley, on Monday, December 22, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. Interment followed at Foothills Cemetery, Black Diamond. If desired, in memory of Linda, memorial tributes may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 2nd Flr., 215 – 12 Ave. SE, Calgary, T2G 1A2 or to the Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331 – 29 Street NW, Calgary, AB. T2N 4N2. Arrangements in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home (Okotoks) Ltd. Telephone 938-3111.
Diller, M. Joan (nee Taylor) of High River passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family at the Foothills Hospital, Calgary on Sunday, December 14th, 2003. Joan was born March 5th, 1923 in Grande Prairie, Alberta, daughter of British pioneers. Joan moved to Bowness at a very young age where she spent her childhood and teenaged years. In the spring of 1945 she met the love of her life, Gordon Diller who was training with the Royal Canadian Air Force in Calgary. They were married December 29th, 1945 in Calgary. They spent the next thirty years in the Royal Canadian Air Force, residing across Canada and the U.S. Joan is survived by her devoted husband of 58 years, Gordon; her two daughters and their husbands Leslie and Ric Yeager; Holly and Cam Camden and her two sons Al Diller and Keith and Michaelyn Diller. Joan was a very loving grandmother to nine adoring grandchildren and one brand new great granddaughter. Joan will be remembered for her outgoing, friendly and tenacious personality. Some of her happiest times were spent painting, writing, collecting teddy bears and spending time with her family. Even though she suffered from multiple sclerosis for the past sixteen years, it never slowed her down or dampened her spirits. As per Joan’s request, her remains will be spread over the mountains of the Kananaskis, an area she truly loved. There will be a celebration of Joan’s life on Saturday, December 20th at 2:00 P.M. at the Chapel of Medicine Tree Place in High River. If friends desire, contributions may be made to the Ladies’ Auxiliary to the High River Hospital, c/o Joyce Kyle, 720 Riverside Dr. N.W., High River, T1V 1S3 or to the High River Hospital Foundation (for the palliative care unit), 560 – 9th Ave. W., High River, T1V 1B3. Snodgrass Funeral Home Ltd. (652 2222) directors.
Garden, Mary Jane of Millarville, passed away at the Foothills Hospital on December 13, 2003 at the age of 47 years. Mary Jane will be dearly missed by her 2 sons Kris and Devon, brothers John (Brenda) and Grant (Brenda), her husband Robert and father Merril. Mary Jane was a teacher for 6 years at the Millarville School. A Memorial Service was held at Snodgrass Funeral Chapel, 200 Woodgate Rd. Okotoks, on Friday, December 19, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. If desired, in memory of Mary Jane, memorial contributions may be made to AVENTA, 2005 – 10 Ave. SW, Calgary, AB. T3C 0K4. Arrangements in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home (Okotoks) Ltd. Telephone 938-3111
McLean, Kenny suddenly left this world on December 17th, 2003. He was born November 16th, 1934 in Wood Mountain, Saskatchewan. Kenny moved to Alberta in 1968 and has resided in the High River area for the past 25 years. Kenny was a hard working cowboy who spent many hours in the saddle doing what he loved. It is very appropriate that he died while riding Gus. Kenny will be remembered as a great neighbor who was always willing to lend a hand, a wonderful friend and an even greater father. He is survived by Elaine, the mother of his six children; Tim (Corrie) McLean of Moose Jaw, Lisa McLean of Calgary, Joe (Marilyn) McLean of Lethbridge, Wanda (Scott) Moreau of Phoenix, AZ, Tammy (Dale) Isherwood of Lethbridge, Shawn (Jerri) McLean of High River. He will be also missed by his grandchildren; Jesse, Cary, Jennilee, Bobbi, Cole, Kadie, Taylor and Brianne. Surviving siblings are Dennis McLean (Doris), Wood Mountain, SK, Donald McLean of Woodland, CA and several nieces and nephews. Kenny had several close friends and the family would like to acknowledge Bob Dyck, Frank Noble and Dale Hendrickson and may others too numerous to mention. A memorial service was held at the Highwood Memorial Centre, High River on Monday, December 22nd at 11:00 a.m. with the Reverend R.W. Slocombe officiating. Arrangements in care of SNODGRASS FUNERAL HOME LTD., High River (652-2222).
