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Walter Clifford Wahlstrom
On Sunday, October 11, 2020 Mr. Walter Wahlstrom of Czar, Alberta passed away at Points West Living, Wainwright at the age of 96 years.
He is survived by his loving wife, Marie; two children, Jim (Judy) Wahlstrom of Olds, Alberta, Debbie Nielsen of Cochrane, Alberta; five grandchildren, Dustin (Courtney) Wahlstrom, Jennifer (Julian) Langley, Sheldon (Christina) Wahlstrom, Naomi (Jason) Weber, Julie Nielsen; five great grandchildren, Luke Langley, Becky Langley, Amy Langley, Katie Weber, Davis Weber; sisters-in-law, Mary Wahlstrom, Gwen Wahlstrom, Dee Wahlstrom, Anna Kellow, Evelyn Kurz; numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Erick and Hilda Wahlstrom; as well as ten siblings and three step siblings.
A private family service for Walter will be conducted on Saturday, October 17, 2020 at 11:00 AM from Creech’s Funeral Home, Wainwright. Interment will follow in the Czar Cemetery. Family and friends wishing to participate may do so via the webcast link which will be provided below the photo or under the photos and video tab above. If so desired the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Wainwright Health Foundation CT Scanner Project.
Douglas Alexander Smith
Died: Tue., Apr. 5, 2016
Douglas Smith of Westlock, Alberta passed away April 5th, 2016 at the age of 52 years. There will not be a service at this time.
Charles Alfred Redmond
On Tuesday, September 22, 2020 Mr. Charles Redmond of Wainwright, Alberta and formerly of Edgerton, Alberta passed away at the Wainwright Health Centre at the age of 89 years. Charlie is survived by his loving wife, Lavina of Wainwright; three children, Brad Tribe of Edgerton, Beverly (Jim) Hansen of Bluffton, Alberta, Bernice (Bill) Roberts of Wainwright; his four nephews and two nieces, Gordon Brassington, Dave Brassington, Leslie Russell, Ron Brassington, Barry Kirby, Eva Waterfield; nine grandchildren, Ceanna (Riley) Sjoquist, Shawn (Katie) Rennie, Kurits (Crystal) Rennie, Angela Hill, Brent (Nancy) Hansen, Kurt Hansen, Lindsay (Troy) Teeter, Kyle (Katelyn) Roberts, Kamille (Ryley) Andersen; eleven great grandchildren. He was predeceased by sisters, Nellie Kirby, Muriel Brassington, Eva Chambers; his brother, Bill Redmond and his infant twin brother. A Funeral service for Charlie will be conducted on Saturday, September 26, 2020 at 11:00 AM from the Edgerton Agricultural Hall. This service has limited seating availability due to the current restrictions. If you are wishing to attend please contact our office at 780-842-4211. Their will be a live webcast of the service, however, due to the limited wifi in the hall we cannot guarantee it will work. In the event we lose a signal the service will be uploaded to the website by 4:00 PM. Interment will follow in the Edgerton Cemetery. If so desired the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Wainwright Health Foundation CT Scanner project.
Victor Alexander Kowalchuk
1927 – 2017
Few lived life as fully as Victor Kowalchuk. Innovator, storyteller, jokester, adventurer, sportsman, businessman, spouse, father, grand and great-grandfather. A good friend to many. He was the youngest, and only son to William and Polly (Toporowski) of Whitkow, Sk. With 6 older sisters, Victor had the best lunches, was the best dressed, and best coifed. Early in life, “Slim” was an excellent student, worked the family farm and nurtured his love of animals. As a young teen, his sense of adventure took him to work in Ontario, and then Edmonton where he assisted the company building the Namao Airport. Alas, it was the green, green grass of home in Whitkow that led him back to the love of his life, Rosie Ewanchuk. Together they built their home, their farm and their family, welcoming 4 children and many well loved pets. Here, Victor began his career in business with the Pioneer Grain Company Ltd., moving the family to Willingdon, then Winnipeg where he completed his career. It was here he achieved his life long goal of earning his pilot’s license at the age of 60. He retired to Willingdon, where he had a genuine commitment to community, serving in leadership roles of numerous organizations or committees, as counselor and mayor of Willingdon. He was humbled to learn others thought of him as a true gentleman, a man of honesty, courage with a positive nature built on integrity. Victor lit up every room, approached every stranger, had endless jokes and the best stories that were profound and infectious. He wasn’t happy until you were happy. He shared a similar gift with animals, often described as an animal whisperer. His greatest achievement was his love of family, dedication to Rose for 65.5 years, Monica (Aubrey) , Wes (Denise) , Bernie (Keith) , Janice, 12 grandchildren/spouses, 8 great-grandchildren, with 2 additions arriving this summer. He was well loved by numerous extended relatives. He was predeceased by his parents, 6 sisters and a brother in infancy. In his last year, Victor experienced the effects of cancer with clarity, grace, dignity and humour. He had a gift of putting everyone at ease citing “I’ve run out of spare parts.” At 90, he took his final flight on May 7th and we, his family, give special thanks to Dr. John Slanina and his office staff for the amazing care and devotion.
A Divine Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, May 15, 2017 at 11 a.m. at the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church in Vegreville with Fr. Greg Faryna officiating. Interment to follow in Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Victor’s name to an organization that supports your local community or a charity of your choice.
WILKES
John Franklin Wilkes of Calgary passed away at the Rocky View Hospital, Calgary on Dec. 18, 2008 at the age of 80 years. John (Jack) Wilkes was born in Lacombe, AB on August 8, 1928, and spent most of his working life as an accountant and sales rep. in the promotional sales business. Jack was a dedicated golfer. He also played trumpet in a school band with his brother Bob, as well as in a large dance band at the Paliser Hotel in Calgary. Jack had a great laugh, and was known in Lacombe by many who heard him in the movie house. His father was Thomas (Tom) Wilkes and mother was Ida F. Waller Wilkes. Thomas was in the 1st Great War at Vimy Ridge and was manager of the Revelstoke Lumber Yards in Brooks, AB and Lacombe, AB for 43 years. He held the position of Mayor of Lacombe, AB for 13 years. Jack was a very cordial fellow and loved people, he always had a laugh with someone at anytime. We will very much remember his jovial wit and hold him in our hearts for the rest of our lives. God bless you John. From all your families. Jack was predeceased by 1 brother Reginald Wilkes and 1 sister Betty (Wilkes) Chapman. He is survived by 2 brothers; Donald Wilkes of Cambridge Ontario and Robert "Bob" (Marilyn) Wilkes of Lacombe, Alberta as well as numerous nieces and nephews and many friends.A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
Flater
Raymond David Flater was born April 22, 1923 at Metiskow, Alberta and passed away peacefully at Ponoka Hospital on December 13, 2008 after a battle with cancer.Ray grew up in the Hardisty area and moved to the Red Deer area with his parents, his brother Arthur and sister Verna. He joined the R.C.A.F. and was stationed at Greenwood, Nova Scotia during the latter part of WWII. After the war, he married Pauline Bell. They had two sons, Ron and Gary.Ray is predeceased by his wife Pauline, brother Arthur, sister Verna Nielson and grandson Bill Flater. He is survived by Ron and Sandy, Gary and Maxine, 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 19, 2008 at Wilson’s Funeral Chapel, 6120 Hwy 2A, Lacombe, AB. Interment to follow at the Lacombe Fairview Cemetery. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
McKenzie
Mary McKenzie of Bentley passed away peacefully at the Bentley Care Centre on Monday, December 8th, with her daughter Annette at her side. She is survived by her daughter Annette Kingsep (Bob) , grand daughter Tobi Telford (Lucien) , daughter-in-law Wealtha McKenzie, grandson Malcolm McKenzie (Angelique) , sisters Sandy Brucks, Agnes Uchman, Midge Tucker, four nieces and eight nephews. She was predeceased by three brothers, one sister, her husband Angus, and on November 8th, 2008, her son Harold. Mary was a lifetime member of the Royal Order of Purple and a long time volunteer for many organizations, particularly the Bentley Care Centre, before she became a resident there six years ago.Funeral mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Bentley on Saturday, December 13, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Memorial donations may be made to the Alberta Cultural Society of the Deaf, c/o Edmonton Association of the Deaf Community Center, 11404-142 Street, Edmonton, AB T5M 1V1.
Shelton
It is with great sadness that the family of Kaelyn (Katie) Sahra Jalayne Shelton announces her sudden passing on November 21, 2008 at the age of 23. She was born on May 4, 1985 in Red Deer, AB to Stan Edmunds and Lyn Shelton. She will be forever remembered by family as well as friends. She was predeceased by her father Stan and Grandmother Marjorie Edmunds. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, November 28, 2008 at Wilson’s Funeral Chapel, 6120 Hwy 2A, Lacombe, AB. Cremation entrusted to Wilson’s Funeral Chapel. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations in Katie’s memory may be made to People’s Place c/o Safe Harbor, 5246-53 Ave, Red Deer, AB T4N 5K2.
Muench, Leo Phillip
Our family rejoices in the achievement of eternal peace of our beloved, father, husband, grandfather and great grandfather at the age of 79. He left us on Nov. 22, 2008 at the and Care Centre and will be interred on Nov. 27, in the . He is survived by his loving wife Connie, daughters, Debbie (Ian) Orum, Karen (Gord) Mayenburg, grandchildren, Joseph Leo, Gina Marie, Sherry Marie, Ricky, Michael, Katy Karalyn and great grandchildren, Dominic Trevor, Evie Mariela, Cora Anne and predeceased by his parents Angela and Leo and one granddaughter Jacilyn Dawn. He was born on the farm in Muenster, Sask. on April 23, 1929 and attended the country of to grade 9. Leo started his working career as a harvester in Star City then went to a lumber camp in B.C. for a number of years, took a welding course in Edmonton and worked as a welder in Humboldt, Sask. It was then he met his wife. They married in 1953 and lived in Flin Flon Manitoba where he worked for HBM&S mining. In 1963 they moved back to Humboldt where he owned a number of feed businesses till 1969 when he sold them and became a real estate agent. During this period he acquired his pilots’’ license. In 1970 the family moved to Lacombe, AB where Leo became a Farm Supply Supervisor and worked for Pioneer Grain till his retirement in 1991. In 1993 he took a job with Thompson Camps out of Otter Lake Sask. running a fly-in fishing camp which was his dream job that he and Connie really enjoyed for the next 13 years. In the winter months he did Meals on Wheels, drove as a volunteer driver for the Golden Circle and joined COPS (citizens on patrol) in Red Deer till his decline in early 2007. Leos’ best advice to anyone that asked, "If you think it’s worth doing, do it well" which might explain his "luck" at his favorite game, cribbage.The family would like to thank the friends, relatives and the people who knew him for their kind expressions of sympathy and fond memories at this time of our loss.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Continuing Care Centre in Lacombe at Lacombe Hospital & Care Centre, 5430-47 th Ave. Lacombe, AB T4L 1G8 or the charity of the donors choice.Funeral Mass will be celebrated from St. Stephen’s Catholic Church 5128-53rd St Lacombe on Thursday, November 27, 2008 at 11:00 A.M Interment will follow in the Lacombe Fairview Cemetery.
Linker
On November 20, 2008, our heavenly Father took to himself our precious little son Alexander James Linker at the tender age of 6. Alexander was diagnosed with leukemia in September 2006. He bravely endured chemotherapy and then a bone marrow transplant. In October 2008, with great sadness, we learned that the leukemia had returned. During these extremely difficult procedures, he was always cheerful and had a smile for those who visited. Alexander was very tender hearted and would show concern for others despite his own battle.
He will be greatly missed and loved always by his parents David and Christine Linker, his sisters Kathryn, Elisabeth and Charlotte, his grandparents Wilbur and Hattie Linker and Gary and Marilyn Bylsma; great grandparents Barb Hoogstra, Nell Reitsma, Stuart and Betty Bylsma; uncle Bert and aunt Jackie Mulder and their children, uncle Paul and aunt Melonie Linker and their children, uncle Jon and aunt Michelle Bult and their daughter, aunt Sarah Linker (special aunt and his teacher) , uncle Steve and aunt Rosie Bylsma and their children, uncle Dan and aunt Jean Bylsma and their children, uncle David and aunt Amy Brands and their children, uncle Andy and aunt Shannon Bylsma and their son, uncle Ryan and aunt Courtney Bylsma, uncle Brett and special friends Vonette and Jason Roadhouse, as well as numerous great uncles, aunts and second cousins. Alexander was predeceased by his sister Jessica.
Funeral Services where held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26, 2008 at Bethel Christian Reformed Church, 5704-51 Avenue, Lacombe. A private family interment followed at the Lacombe Fairview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Stollery Children’s Hospital, Unit 4E3 in memory of Alexander, 1502 College Plaza, 8215-112 Street, Edmonton, AB T6G 2C8. We would like to express our many thanks to all the doctors, nurses and staff on Unit 4E3 and the day clinic at the Stollery Children’s Hospital in Edmonton and on Unit 1 at the Alberta Children’s Hospital in Calgary.
