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Doris Violet (Duncan) Fowler
Born: Sat Mar 12, 1921
Died: Mon Mar 12, 2012
Doris was born March 12, 1921 at Castor, Alberta. She was the fifth child of Harry and Celia Duncan. Her dad nicknamed her Toots as she was small like a Tootsie Doll.
Toots attended Leader School until Grade 11, at which time she moved to Halkirk to work for Earl Jackson at the Red and White Store. During this time, Toots along with her sister Jean and brother in law Henry Dahmer formed an orchestra and played for many dances in the area.
On November 22, 1946 she married Jim Fowler of Halkirk. They bought a farm two and a half miles south of Halkirk where she lived until retiring to Stettler in 2001. Toots loved the farming way of life and was an active member of the Halkirk Community. She was a member of the Sunny Circle Club, Royal Purple, Halkirk Hall Board and organized church services at the Halkirk Community Church. Toots enjoyed watching all sports, especially if her children or grandchildren were playing. Toots enjoyed discing and loved to walk.
Toots is survived by her son Dan (Clara) of Halkirk and her daughter Dixie (Steve Kossowan) of Cochrane; six grandchildren: Justin Fowler (Renée) , Amanda Jackson (Steve) , Dean and Lee Fowler, Chad and Lany Kossowan; two great grandchildren Brody and Kaylee Jackson. Toots will be dearly missed. Grama we love you to bits and pieces.
Donations in memory of Doris gratefully accepted to Halkirk Cemetery, Alzheimer Society or a charity of choice.
Funeral services for Doris Fowler will be held at thr Halkirk Community Hall, Halkirk, Alberta.
LYLE MILES PLATT
1918 - 2006
Lyle Miles Platt, beloved husband of Crystal Mae Payne Platt of Barnwell, departed this life at his home in Barnwell on Sunday, April 9, 2006, surrounded by his family, at the age of 87 years.
Besides his devoted wife Crystal, Lyle is survived by his children Deveney (Cliff) Walters of Hawaii, Cameron (Mary Ann) Platt of Lethbridge and Shelley Platt (Rick Burla) of Barnwell. He was the beloved grandfather to eight grandchildren Trent (Cheryl) Walters, Brett (Sandy) Walters, Lynae (Seth) Gambee, Kelli Ann (Duane) Ellingson, Tiffany (Sherman) Williams, Clark (fiancee Samantha Macmillan) , Curtis (Ashley) Platt, Tayler Platt-Burla; ten great grandchildren Megan, Bailey, Riley, Jalen, Payton, Dylan, Sydney, Brock, Rocco and Abygail. He is also survived by his sister-in-law Iola Platt.
He was predeceased by his parents, two sisters Juanita and Laurel and five brothers Miles, Morgan, Ben, Reed, Jerome and their companions.
Lyle was born in Brant, Alberta on August 27, 1918, the youngest child born to Thomas and Rosette Platt. Lyle lost his mother at the age of eight and was raised by his loving father, brothers and sisters, as they were raised on their family farm at Brant, Alberta. Lyle eventually stayed on the farm and learned to love the land as he worked closely beside his father.
While working the family farm during World War II, he traveled to Calgary on many occasions to attend dances, where he met and eventually married his beautiful bride Crystal Payne of Mountain View, Alberta on October 17, 1945 in the Cardston, Alberta Temple. Last October they celebrated their sixtieth wedding anniversary. After their marriage they returned to the farm in Brant for four years and then moved to Taber, Alberta in the fall of 1949 where he owned and operated a furniture store with his brother Jerome. Lyle and Crystal moved to Barnwell in 1950 where they raised their family and continued to reside.
Lyle was a long and dedicated employee of the Taber Sugar Factory where he served as a Chemist and Fieldman until he retired from full time employment in 1983. Lyle never took a sick leave day in his employment years. Along with this employment, he continued to farm a quarter section of land south of Barnwell with his brother Ben. The land was Lyle's passion. He took great pride in keeping his farm and huge garden immaculate. One of our fondest memories of dad was of him sitting on his tractor or combine until late at night. He taught his family the value of hard work.
His dedication to community work was exemplified by his twenty nine and a half years of service on the Taber Hospital Board, six of those served as chairman. Here he was highly respected and his contributions were many. As a member of the hospital board, he and others played a major role in building the new hospital in Taber. He was one of the founding fathers of the Barnwell 55 plus Club.
Lyle was a self taught saxophone player who didn't read music and played by ear and spent many enjoyable hours entertaining his family and friends. He met many friends playing in different bands and was a guest soloist for the Soft Tones which was a highlight of his music career. He found as much enjoyment playing his saxophone as he did working the land.
First and foremost, Lyle was dedicated to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and during his lifetime, gave countless hours of leadership serving as a Counselor in a Bishopric, as a member of the Taber Stake High Council, as the First Stake Executive Secretary in the Taber Stake, as Bishop of the Barnwell Ward, as a wonderful home teacher, and he also served in many other church callings.
Lyle will be remembered as a gentle man with great strength, always punctual, a generous heart and a love for people, especially his eternal wife Crystal and his loving family.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Barnwell on Wednesday, April 12, 2006 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., and again at the church prior to the funeral service on Thursday, April 13, 2006 from 12:30 P.M. to 1:40 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Barnwell on Thursday, April 13, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. with Bishop Eric Jensen conducting. Interment to follow in the Barnwell Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Lyle's name may be made directly to the Taber Hospital Foundation, 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1N9.
SEMENIUK, JOSEPHINE
On May 9, 2017, Josephine Semeniuk of Vegreville, Alberta passed away peacefully at the age of 74.
Josephine left behind many loving family members who were by her side as she grew tired and closed her eyes for the final time. Cremation has taken place and at Josephine’s request a private family service will be held.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the “Stollery Children’s Hospital 800 College Plaza 8215-112 St. NW Edmonton, AB T6G 2C8”, “SPCA (Edmonton Humane Society) 3620-163 St. NW Edmonton, AB T5V 0B2” or to “STARS-1441 Aviation Park NE Box 570 Calgary, Alberta T2E 8M7.”
The family wishes to thank the nurses and doctors at St. Joseph’s Hospital for their compassionate care.
ATTFIELD, Elaine Helen
Elaine Attfield born October 2nd, 1952 passed away on August 3rd, 2012. She will be missed by the following; Delhart, Darren, Audrey, Sara, Jamie, Dustin, Dakota, Leon, Elizabeth, Devin, Virginia, Lane, Kyle, Tate, Jaci, Deneil, Jimmy, Kelby, Tori, Shelby, Kenis, Jessica, Reba, Heriette, Bernadette, Frank, Deb, nieces, nephews, and friends. She has joined her family members beyond God’s gates. A memorial service will be held Thursday August 9th, 2012 at the Smith Complex at 2:00 pm with Pastor Marjorie Steele officiating. Donations gratefully accepted to the Alberta Heart and Stoke or Alberta Cancer Foundation c/o 10004-105 Street, Westlock, AB T7P 1V2. Westlock Funeral Home & Crematorium Ltd. (780-349-3474)
BEZUBIAK, Anne
July 12, 1926 – December 26, 2015
On Saturday, December 26, 2015, Anne Bezubiak of Mundare, Alberta peacefully passed away at the age of 89 years.
Anne is survived by her loving family: four grandchildren Michael (Wanda) Stepchuk and their children Rebecca and Caitlin: Michelle (Lance) Scott and their son Michael: Jennifer (Robert) Crosbie and their children Logan and Kohlson: Christopher (Penny) Ulan and their daughter Allison; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Anne was predeceased by her husband Mike; two daughters Lorraine Bezubiak and Janice Ulan; her parents Kost and Mary; one sister Josephine (Hans) Balsiger.
At Anne’s request a Private Divine Liturgy will be held at Sts. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church in Mundare, Alberta with the Basilian Fathers officiating. Interment to follow in the Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the “Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta.”
Isabel Mary Bishop (Probe)
1930 - 2017
Isabel was born on June 16, 1930 on the family farm near Weyburn, Saskatchewan to Jacob and Barbara (Honig) Probe. Isabel was the third of four children.
Isabel married Donald M. Bishop on June 27, 1953 and together they had four boys and two girls.
Isabel is survived by her sons; Manferd (Lisa), Errin, Darrell (Catherine) and William (Jana); daughters, Marilyn (Gaylend) Trenchuk and Rosemarie (Darrell) Klein; grandchildren; Chris (Tabitha), Shelley (Kerry) , Byron (Hanna) , Errin (Alexandra) , Patrick, Tammy (Adam) , Tylee, Hailee, Michael (Loro), Barrett (Amy), Wyatt (Cressida), Connor, Ryley (Stephanie) , Spencer, Mitchell, Donny, Amy-Marie (Jeremy) and Daniel; great-grandchildren, Gabrielle, Carter, Cayl, Clara-Bella, Aaro, Ella, Helaina, Yianna, Nora, Cohen, Jade, Leo, Noah, Raine, Delaney, Damen, Kennedy, Reid, Presley, Rhett and Pyper; and sister, Dorothy (Joe) Honovich; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Isabel was predeceased by her husband, Donald; great-grandson, Casey Ralph; brother, Donald (Irma) Probe; and sister, Jeannie (Donald) Neddow.
If Isabel wasn't in her garden or picking apples, she was sewing or helping others in anyway she could.
Thanks Mom for the many memories.
Deborah Elaine (Wooden) Gendre
Born: Tue Apr 27, 1954
Died: Thu Mar 1, 2012
Deb Gendre of Big Valley, passed away surrounded by her loving family at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary on Thursday, March 1, 2012 at the age of 57 years. Deb was born on April 27, 1954 in Stettler. She lived in Byemoor with her parents Cliff and Lorraine Wooden and all of her siblings; Danny, Rick, Judy, Katy, Bruce and Walter. She then moved to Ashcroft in 1970. Here she worked at the family store for about five years before moving on. When Deb moved away from home, she moved around a lot making her way to the ocean which she grew to love so much. She settled for a few years in Sandspit, a tiny town in the Queen Charlotte's. While living here, Deb’s first daughter Carmin was born in 1977. A couple of years later Deb moved back to Alberta to be closer to her family. Her son Clyde was born in Sundre in 1982 and the three of them lived on a little farm just outside of town. Deb and the kids made their way back to Stettler around 1984 and it was here that she met the true love of her life Brian Gendre. The couple were married on March 14, 1986 and their daughter Apryl was born in October of that same year. Life was wonderful! The family built their dream home with a giant yard. Then when Deb thought things could not get any better, her daughter Robyn was born to complete their wonderful family in 1988. Deb always enjoyed going camping every summer and being in the mountains. She loved to tend to her beautiful flower gardens and was also a huge fan of pictures. The vast wall of family photos displayed proudly in her home was proof of her deep pride and love of her husband, her children and her grandchildren. Deb was a wonderful person always there if you needed her. Her absence will leave a huge void in our family and in our hearts for a long long time to come. A memorial service to celebrate Deb’s life was held at the Stettler Community Hall on Friday, March 9, 2012 at 1:00 P.M. with the Rev. Jack Schulze leading the ceremony. Immediately following the service, family and friends joined at the hall to share their memories of Deb. As an expression of sympathy and in loving memory of Deb, memorial contributions may be made to the Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation or to a charity of your choice in care of Brennen Funeral Home and Cremation Services P.O. Box 193 Stettler, Alberta T0C 2L0 who have been entrusted with the care and arrangements.
Willy Kelch
On Friday, October 30, 2020 Mr. Willy Kelch of Czar, Alberta passed away at the Wainwright Health Centre at the age of 93 years.
He will be forever remembered by his wife, Marion; niece, Magrit Grob of Berlin, Germany; nephew, Uwe (Barbara) Kelch of Negast, Germany; and sister-in-law, Gwen Landry of Brockville, Ontario.
Willy was predeceased by his brothers, Werner, Erwin, and Alfred of Germany; nephew, Norbert (Debra) Kelch and niece, Monika Neven.
No formal services will be held at this time. Someday in the future, after Covid-19 has retreated, friends and relatives will be invited to a German-style dinner in celebration of Willy’s life.
If so desired, memorial contributions in memory of Willy Kelch may be made to the Wainwright Health Foundation CT Scanner Project
STROMBERG, Eric Nick
May 3, 1947 – August 5, 2012
On August 5th, 2012 Eric passed away surrounded by his children and loving friend. He was predeceased by his parents Arvid and Myrtle who together raised 6 children. Eric is survived by his two brothers Gordon and Mervin; and three sisters Karen, Edith and Lynda. Eric married Sharon Zurfluh on July 29th, 1967. Together Eric and Sharon raised 3 children, Tammy, Kimberly and Dale. Eric’s pride and joy was his family. He has 7 grandchildren Kyle, Janessa, Cody, Jeff, Matthew, Damon and Kiara. He has one great grandchild Chloe. With all of our heart we would like to thank Marlene Swingen for her love, support and care. At Eric’s request a private Celebration of Life will be held. A social gathering will be held on Saturday, August 11th, 2012 at 8:00 pm at the Red Lion Tavern in the Westlock Hotel. We would like to thank the Westlock Hospital and Medical Staff who took great care of our Dad. Donations gratefully accepted to the Stromberg Family c/o Tammy Stromberg c/o 10004 -105 Street, Westlock, AB T7P 1V2. Westlock Funeral Home & Crematorium Ltd.
