- Alberta, Canada, Marriages Index, 1898-1944 -
- Alberta, Newspaper BMD Index, 1889-2012 -
- Shop now for incredible insights into your wellbeing -
Lockton, Geraldine Elizabeth Ursula, nee: Percevel of Nanton, passed away at the High River Hospital on July 16, 2011 at the age of 72 years. Geraldine will be dearly missed by her siblings: Frederick (Connie) Percevel of Nanton, Donald (Nora) Percevel of Nanton, Elizabeth “Shorty” (Bill) Ard of Langley, B.C. She will also be fondly remembered by her nieces Heather Percevel, Alisha and Jose Tinoco, Lindsay and Dave Strang and Morgan Ard. She was predeceased by her husband Roy in 2010 and her parents Fred and Geraldine Percevel Sr. Prayer Services were said at St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church, 2308 – 19 Street, Nanton, on Thursday, July 21 at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church on Friday, July 22 at 1:00 p.m. The Rev. Fr. Angelo J. D’Costa celebrant. In lieu of flower, memorial donations in Geraldine name may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Associaton, 204, 2323 - 32nd Ave. N.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2E 6Z3. www.diabetes.ca Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation, #200, 119 - 14th St., S.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2N 1Z6.
Mack, Thelma Annie, formerly of Nanton, passed away at the Bow View Manor, Calgary, on July 29, 2011 at the age of 93 years. Thelma was predeceased by her husband Elmer Mack as well as her brothers Russell, Arthur, Gordon & Ralph. She is survived by her sisters-in-law Gwen & Marjorie Lyon, as well as numerous nieces & nephews: Judy (Bill) Carr, Cheryl (Sten) Lundberg, Lorne (Myrna) Lyon, Dwight (Wendy) Lyon, Bruce (Peggy) Lyon, Keith (Evelyn) Lyon, Glen Lyon, Mary (Joseph) Scales, Donald (Sherry) Lyon, Gerald Lyon, Doug (Doris) Lyon, Wayne (Wendy) Lyon and their families, and two step-granddaughters Diane Moore & Marsha (Ted) Schad. A Funeral Service will be held at Snodgrass Funeral Chapel, 301 Macleod Trail, High River, on Thursday, August 4, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Jeff Enfield officiating. Interment to follow at Nanton Cemetery. Special thanks to the Staff at Bow View Manor for their wonderful care & compassion. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Canadian Institute for the Blind, 1260 Memorial Drive N.E., Calgary, AB. T2E 4Z3 (www.cnib.ca)
Marguerite Messerli, a resident of Claresholm, formerly of Nanton, passed away at the Willow Creek Continuing Care Centre, Claresholm at the age of 92 years. She is survived by her son Gene (Ev) Messerli, Nanton and her daughters Joan (Gary) Cooper, Nanton, Linda (Doug) Meneice, High Prairie and Trish (Harry) Streeter, Nanton. She is also survived by eleven grandchildren and twenty-three great-grandchildren. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church, Nanton on Saturday, August 6 at 11:00 a.m. Celebrant The Rev. Father Angelo D’Costa. Interment to follow at Nanton Cemetery. If desired, memorial tributes may be made to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation Canada, 3100, 246 Stewart Green SW, Calgary, AB T3H 3C8 or to the Willow Creek Continuing Care Centre, 4221-8 Street W, Claresholm, AB T0L 0T0.
Terry Alfred Nadon passed away peacefully with his family at his side, at the Willow Creek Continuing Care Centre on August 6, 2011 at the age of 69 years. He survived by his wife Olga of 44 years, his two sons Randy (Kim) and Christopher, as well as his four grandchildren. Terry was born in Portage La Prairie. He was store and district manager for Consumers Distributing for 15 years in Calgary, Halifax and Red Deer. He was very proud of and absolutely loved this job. For the last ten years of his working life he was a security guard at the front entrance of Cargill Foods in High River. At Terry’s request, there will be no service. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer Society of Calgary, 201, 222- 58 Ave. S.W., Calgary, AB, T2H 2S3.
Powell, Louisa Kathleen (McClelland) Nee: Jones
January 18, 1920 – July 17, 2011
Louisa Powell passed away peacefully at High River Extended Care on the morning of July 17, 2011 at the age of 91. Mom has graciously “Gone Home” to rejoin her saviour. Louisa married Walter McClelland on October 11, 1939 and together they enjoyed 44 years of marriage. Louisa was predeceased by Walter in 1983. Walter and Louisa were blessed with three daughters: Anita Louise (Doug), Sheila Kathleen (Bob), and Darlene Viola (Bernie). Cherished grandchildren are: Scott (Kelsey), Jordana (Eric), Padric (Kimberly), Brett (Tammie), Jessica (Brad), Courtney (Matt), Tanya (Al), Melissa (Drew), and Taylor. As well as many great-grandchildren. Louisa married John Powell on August 19, 1989 with all of her grandchildren standing up with them. She was predeceased by John in 2008. Louisa lived a full life, filled with good health, many laughs and great love. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. A Celebration of Louisa’s Life was held on Friday, July 22, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. and Snodgrass Funeral Chapel, 301 Macleod Trail, High River. If desired memorial donations may be made to the High River Extended Care Rec. Therapy 560 – 9 Ave S.W., High River, Alberta, T1V 1B3. or the High River HandiBus P.O. Box 5976 Stn Main, High River, Alberta, T1V 1P6.
Prevost, Clifford W., of High River, passed away at the High River Hospital on July 24, 2011 at the age of 84 years. Cliff will be dearly missed by his wife of sixty-one years, Betty Lou, son Steve (Cecile) of Saskatoon, SK. His memory will be forever cherished by his grandchildren Ysanne and her daughter Samantha, Adam (Jennifer Kiel) and their daughters Kalie and Sydney all of Saskatoon, SK. as well as his brother-in-law Jack Austin. Cliff taught at Kelsey Institute in Saskatoon as a Machinist Instructor until his retirement in 1987. Following his retirement Cliff and Betty Lou enjoyed some time living on Vancouver Island before settling in High River where Cliff remained until his passing. A Memorial Service will be held at Snodgrass Funeral Chapel, 301 Macleod Trail, High River, on Thursday, July 28, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. Reception to follow. If desired, in memory of Cliff, memorial donations may be made to Heaven Can Wait. Animal Rescue Foundation. Box 6131, High River, Alberta, T1V 1P7.
Rosell, Norma Elsie of Black Diamond, passed away at the Oilfields Hospital on July 18, 2011 at the age of 83 years. Norma will be dearly missed by her children: Greg (Kay) of High River, Rick of Saskatchewan, Lorna (Gary) Lahr of Doyle, California, Myrna (Dave) of Hamilton, ON., Murray of Winnipeg, MB., Deanna of Surrey, B.C., Dean (Brenda) of Okotoks, Pat (Dennis) Hobberstad of Vauxhall and by one brother Fred (Mildred) Meier of Medicine Hat. Her memory will be treasured by her many beloved grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, special friends Dallis and Gord Robinson and their family and many other close friends. Norma was predeceased by her husband Tom Rosell and special friend Michael Bolton, her parents Fred and Bertha Meier and several siblings. Norma’s family would be honoured to see relatives and friends gather for a Celebration of her life at the Griffiths Centre, Black Diamond, on Wednesday, July 27, 2011 between 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Norna’s name may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association 204, 2323 - 32nd Ave. N.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2E 6Z3. www.diabetes.ca or to the Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation, #200, 119 - 14th St., S.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2N 1Z6. To email condolences, please visit www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com Arrangements in care of Snodgrass Funeral Home, High River. Ph. 403-652-2222.
Wayne Rowland, of Okotoks passed away on July 17, 2011 at the age of 63. Wayne will be lovingly remembered by his wife Debbie, sons Curtis and Kyle (Julie Anne), brother Brian (Audrey Ann), niece Melanie (Darren), nephew Todd (Serena), dog Max as well as extended family and friends. A Celebration of life was held at the Okotoks Centennial Centre on Thursday July 21 at 1:00 p.m. In memory of Wayne, memorial donations may be made to the Kids Sport Society of Okotoks kidsport-okotoks@yahoo.ca 403-831-7529
Shaw, Wallace - Wally Shaw passed away peacefully at the Southwood Hospice on July 9th, 2011. He was born September 30th, 1928 in Russell, Manitoba. Wally is survived by his children Patty Shaw, Jack (Colleen) Shaw, Norm (Wendy) Shaw, as well as his grandchildren Caitlin, Justin, Tyler and Ross. A celebration of life will be held at Snodgrass Funeral Home Okotoks on Thursday July 14th, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. In Lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Rocky View Palliative Care Unit, Unit 59 7007 14 street SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2V 1P9 or to the Southwood Hospice 211 Heritage Drive SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2H 1M9.
