GRAY, Anna Beth

Anna Beth Gray of Drumheller, Alberta beloved wife of the late Glenn Gray passed away on September 5th, 2012 at the age of 83 years. Anna moved to Drumheller in 1967, where she taught High School until her retirement. Anna loved to golf and spend time in her flower gardens. Anna is survived by; her loving daughter Michele Rollans and husband Brian Shaw of Edmonton, Alberta, one sister Margaret Lauzon of PemBroke, Ontario, one niece Diane (Len) Wood and one nephew Donald (Darlene) Lauzon. The family would like to thank Dr. Khoza and the staff of the Drumheller Health Centre Acute Care for their care and kindness. There will be no service as requested. Donations may be made in honour of Anna to the Drumheller Area Health Foundation (Acute Care). 351-9th St. NW Drumheller, Alberta T0J 0Y1 Attention: Linda Ames. Courtney-Winters entrusted with arrangements (403-823-2666).

KEAY, James Bell

James Bell Keay was born on January 06, 1933, in Craigmyle, Alberta, and passed away August 20, 2012 at the age of 79 years. He grew up on the family farm overlooking Hand Hills Lake with his parents, Alfred and Catherine, his sisters Jean and
Irene, Uncle John and Aunt Betsy. He attended Lawsonberg School and Elmer School in the Hand Hills, and it was at Elmer
School where he developed his love for music and started to play the violin. Jim purchased the family farm and remained there for a number of years after his parents moved to town. In 1953, Jim
moved to Hanna and began working for Roy Embree. He proceeded to go to Calgary Vocational School and after 4 years
of learning plumbing and gas fitting, he received his proficiency license. Jim opened his own business and his mottos were “a job worth doing is worth doing well” and “a flush is better than a full
house”. Jim got a plumbing job in Delia and it was there at the C.I.B.C. that he met the love of his life, Jean Martin. On June 16, 1973, Jim and Jean were married in Delia. The most momentous occasion in Jim’s life was the following year when his daughter Bonnie was born. Jim cherished watching Bonnie grow up and
was known to show off his favorite picture of his beautiful daughter. On August 02, 2002, a dream came true and Jim became a grandpa when his precious grandson Brendan James was born. Jim was blessed with another sweet grandson, Jaeden Scott on June 28, 2004; and an adorable little granddaughter, who he often called “sweetie pie”, Avery Brooke, on June 03, 2006. The grandkids were all “so smart” in grandpa’s eyes and were the light of his life. Jim enjoyed playing the violin and over the years played for many wedding, anniversary, and stampede dances, jam sessions, various functions, fiddle contests, and just because. Jim loved driving out to the farm and checking on the crops and looking at the cattle. It was even more enjoyable to take the grandkids out in recent years. Jim was an eye watcher and enjoyed “sizing people up” by their eyes. He liked joking around and had fun playing tricks on family friends. Jim enjoyed playing canasta with friends and loved the challenge of playing checkers. A favorite Sunday routine was a trip out to Reg and Kathy’s for tea. Gardening was a relaxing past time for Jim. He took a lot of pride in his garden and always looked forward to that first feed of potatoes. No matter how hard he tried, Bonnie never developed his green thumb. Jim, Jean and Bonnie went on numerous trips which created lots of happy memories of fun times together. The highlight of his life was his family; he and Jean had a marriage that was ideal. Jim was a very loving, devoted and caring husband, father, grandfather and friend. Even when Jim’s mobility was limited he still made every effort to go outside and play with his grandkids, take them out, and attend their activities or special events. As his health deteriorated further he would still look forward to watching the kids come running around the corner of the hospital for daily visits and he was sure to phone them each night and tell them how much he loved them. Jim is survived by his loving and dedicated wife, Jean, of 39 years; daughter Bonnie; and three precious grandchildren, Brendan, Jaeden and Avery; sister and brother-in-law, Irene and Al Atkinson of Prince George, B.C.; Jean’s sister and brother-in-law, Helen and Ralph Lindley of Edmonton, Alberta; numerous nephews and nieces; and great-nephews and great-nieces; and many special friends. He was predeceased by his dad, Alfred Keay (1969); his mother Catherine Keay (1984); sister Dora Keay (1929); sister Jean McDonald (2010); and brother-in-law, Jack McDonald (1994). Memorial Service was held on Tuesday, August 28 at 2pm at the Handhills Clubhouse with Pastor Robert Grewe officiating. Jim was laid to rest in the Hanna Cemetery. If so desired, condolences may be offered at www.hannafuneralchapel.com. 403-854-4988

Redgwell, John David (Dave)
March 29, 1926 - August 26, 2012

John David (Dave) Redgwell was born on March 29th, 1926 in Drumheller, Alberta and passed away on August 26th, 2012 at Heron Grove in Vernon, B.C. at the age of 86 years. He has now been reunited with his beloved wife Joyce who passed away on March 9th of this year. Dave will be lovingly remembered by his five children,  Brian (Lee) of Calgary, Alberta, Don (Trish) of Vernon, B.C., Gordon (Allie) of Sherwood Park, Alberta, Sharon and Lyle, both of Vernon, B.C.; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; two brothers, Robert (Shirley) of Victoria, B.C. and Wilson (Cheryl) of Olds, Alberta; one sister, Mary Leach of Olds, Alberta; his sister-in-law, Myrna Riches of Vernon, B.C.; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, dear friends; and his canine companion, Tammie.Dave was a member of the Elks and  Masonic Lodges and believed in service to his community.  He had a very outgoing personality, made friends easily and once a friend – you were a friend for life.  Both he and Joyce were given to hospitality and their home was always open to whoever came to their door and no one was ever refused entry.  Dave’s number one recreational love was camping and fishing and he loved to spend as much time as possible in the great outdoors.  He enjoyed woodworking, painting and fly-tying.  Dave sang in various choirs together with Joyce in every community they were fortunate to live.  
Cremation preceded a Celebration Of Dave’s Life which will be held at Knox Presbyterian Church  on Monday, September 10th, 2012 at 3:30 P.M. with Reverend Dr. Ed Millin and Reverend Dr. Teresa Charlton officiating. As an expression of sympathy, those who wish to do so may send donations in memory of Dave to the B.C. Heart & Stroke Foundation, #4-1551 Sutherland Avenue, Kelowna, B.C. V1Y 9M9 or the Alzheimer Society Of B.C., #102-3402-27th Avenue, Vernon, B.C. V1T 1S1.
Funeral arrangements have been made with
BETHEL FUNERAL CHAPEL LTD.,
5605-27th Street,
Vernon, B.C. V1T 8Z5
250-542-1187

 Chapelski, Wendy (nee Wilinski)

A graveside service will be held for Wendy Chapelski on Monday, September 17 at 1:00 p.m. at the Drumheller Cemetery. The service will be followed by a eulogy, photo tribute and lunch at the Knox United Church, 195 3 Avenue East, Drumheller at 1:30 p.m.

SHADLOCK (David) Walter
February 15, 1930 - September 10, 2012

(David) Walter Shadlock of Hanna AB passed away at the FMC, Calgary AB on Monday, September 10, 2012 following complications of heart surgery. Walter was born February 15, 1930, eldest son of William and Muriel Shadlock of Verdant Valley AB. He is lovingly remembered by his wife Anna Elizabeth (McArthur) of 60 years (Oct.4, 1952) and their surviving children, Joanne (Mike Haworth) and Lawrence (Margaret Weaver). Walter was a loving and gentle soul, a hard working farmer, and an excellent gardener. He was especially proud of his 8 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Walter is survived by 5 brothers and sisters and their families who will all have fond memories of his stories and great sense of humour. Anna and Walter lived in many rural communities in southern Alberta and made strong bonds with friends that have lasted over the years. A Celebration of Walters’  life was held on Saturday, September 15, 2012 at the First United Church in Hanna AB. The memorial was officiated by Walter and Anna’s nephew, Lyle McArthur. In lieu of flowers his family would appreciate memorial contributions to the Cardio Vascular ICU - Unit 94 at the Foothills Medical Centre. Walter received excellent care at the FMC by the many nurses and doctors. Arrangements entrusted to Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services of Airdrie, Alberta.

HOOVER Howard John
September 7, 1925 - August 23, 2012

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Howard J Hoover of Delia, aged 86 years, on August 23, 2012 in the Drumheller hospital. Howard was born on the farm September 7, 1925 to Art and Alma Hoover. He was the third child of seven attending school in the Majestic area, Big Valley, and then completed his electrical technology in SAIT. He farmed all his life, loved life and people.  Howard was a member of the Masonic Lodge for 66 years.  He spent a great deal of time researching and writing Hoovers Through the Ages. He married Helen McNeill and have four children – Arthur (Pat), Karen (Geoff), Stephen (Linda) and Barrie (Janice). Howard and Helen have nine grandchildren and six great grandchildren. He is survived by his sisters Irene Williams, Marion McNeill, Lorna Mueller, Verna McNeill and sister in law, Charlotte Hoover. He was predeceased by his parents, wife Helen, brothers Arthur and Cecil, brothers-in-law Norman Nelson, Don McNeill, Neil McNeill, Leigh Williams and Harold Mueller. Please join us in a Celebration of Life on Saturday,  September 22, 2012 at the Delia Community Centre at 2:00 pm. If so desired, memorial tributes may be made to the Drumheller Health Centre, through the Drumheller Health Foundation.

Upton Myrtle Dorothy (Parks)
July 10, 1921 - September 16, 2012

It is with great sadness that the Upton family announces the peaceful passing of Myrtle Dorothy (Parks) Upton. Myrtle, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, is survived by her sons: Ron (Kathryn) and Cliff (Ida); grandsons: Jeff (Gail), Wes (Lisa), Dallas (Lynnette), Shane (Krista) and William; great grandsons: Brayden, Tyson, Jackson, Tristin, Ryder and Wyatt; sisters-in-law: Florence (Barry Gordon) and Betty; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Myrtle was predeceased by her husband: George William ‘Bud’; her parents: Olga and Oscar; her sisters: Marie, Audrey, Evelyn, and Bernice; and her great grandson: Tyler.
Mom was born in Presville, Alberta on July 10, 1921.  She was a proud member of the Royal Canadian Army and volunteered in 1942; she was stationed at the Suffield Experimental Station as a Master Seamstress with the rank of Lance Corporal.  Mom met Dad while they were both serving in World War II; they married in Edmonton on March 29, 1946 before they homesteaded in Presville, Alberta.  Then in the summer of 1958, they moved to the Upton family farm in Rumsey Alberta with their two sons – Ron and Cliff.  While living in Rumsey area, Mom was busy with her painting, gardening, teaching at the Rumsey United Church Sunday school, the Big Country Education Consortium and TOPS. Funeral services will be held on Monday, September 24, 2012 at 2:00 pm in the Rumsey Community Hall with private family interment to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mom’s memory to: STARS, Foundation – Calgary Base, 1441 Aviation Park NE, Box 570, Calgary, AB  T2E 9Z9 or Big Valley Legion #70. Arrangements are in the care of Prairie Winds Funeral Home, Trochu, AB. (403) 442-2200. If you wish to email condolences to the family: prairiewindsfuneralhome@gmail.com.

THOMSON, Richard (Dick)
January 29, 1957 - September 17, 2012

There is a new bright star shining in our heavens.  It is with profound sorrow that the family of Richard (Dick) Thomson announces his passing.  Dick lost his courageous 3 year battle with cancer on September 17, 2012.  He was born in Ottawa, Ontario on January 29, 1957.  He graduated from Drumheller Composite High School in 1975 and continued his education graduating as a Heavy Duty Mechanic from Olds College in 1978.  He started as a Heavy Duty Mechanic with EO Parry’s in Drumheller.  Dick married Sandy Sept on May 13, 1978.  In September 1981, Dick started his 31 year career with the Olds College where he was an instructor, coordinator and chair of Ag Mechanics Faculty and finally the Director of Continuing Education.  He enjoyed playing and coaching hockey, baseball and loved waterskiing, camping, house boating and downhill skiing.  Dick spent time in the Shuswap and the west coast where he and Sandy together with siblings and cousins, rented a floating cabin on Powell River.  During trips to British Columbia, Dick and Sandy loved to take in wine tours and enjoyed anything related to water.  Above all, Dick always cherished spending time with close friends and family.  He was also actively involved in volunteering for many years with the Olds College and Olds Minor Hockey.  Dick leaves to mourn his wife and soul mate of 34 years, Sandy; sons Ryan (Ruth) and Stephen (Shannon).  On September 26, 2011 Ryan and Ruth presented Dick and Sandy with their first grandson, Merrick whose smiles with Grandpa will always be remembered.  In addition, he leaves behind his mother Patricia Thomson; 2 sisters Bonnie (David) Waddell, Rosemary (Clair) Cowles; brother Chris Kuzmanovich; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles as well as the many members of the Sept family;  He was predeceased by his father Thomas Thomson (Kuzmanovich), his maternal and paternal grandparents; one aunt and one uncle.  A Celebration of Life was held on Sunday, September 23, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at the Olds College Alumni Centre with Warren Smith officiating.  In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Richard Thomson Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o Olds College, 4500 50 St. Olds, AB  T4H 1R6 ATTN:  Advancement. Arrangements in care of Cindy Kolb, Heartland Funeral Services Ltd, Olds.  403-507-8610 www.heartlandfuneralservices.com   

BARTA, Audrey Moreen

November 19, 1930 - September 27, 2012

Audrey Moreen Barta passed away September 27, 2012.  Born at Drumheller, November 19, 1930.  Audrey will be sadly missed by her husband Slim Barta; daughter, Leona Lowe; sons, Les (Linda) Lowe, Randy (Ethel)Lowe, Miles (Teresa) Lowe; 12 grandchildren & numerous great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her son Daryl, November 25, 1984. If you knew Audrey and she touched your life in any way, we ask you to join us in a Celebration of her life on Wednesday, October 3rd, 2012  at 1:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, corner of 39th Street & 43rd Avenue, Red Deer, AB. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Ronald McDonald House, Red Deer. Expressions of sympathy may be made by visiting www.wilsonsfuneralchapel.ca. WILSON’S FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, of Lacombe and Rimbey in charge of the arrangements.   403-782-3366, 403-843-3388. “A Caring Family, Caring For Families”

Sorensen Porter, Ellen
1921 – 2012

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Mother Ellen Sorensen Porter.  Ellen passed away on October 08, 2012 after a lengthy stay in the Red Deer hospital at the age of 91 years. Ellen was predeceased by her husband Max Sorensen in July 1977, her second husband Francis Porter in 1995 and great grandson Corbet in 2005
Ellen will be lovingly remembered by her son Milton and her daughter Patricia (Bill Jorgensen), her grandchildren Jason, Melissa, (Chris Ries) Jamie (Heather), Brad (Raegan) Maren and Max (Brittany) as well as her great grandchildren Matthew, Brooklyn, Parker, Olivia, Camille and Hannah. She will also be remembered by her step-daughter Dorothy (Alex Bergos) and her grandchildren Sharon and Grant (Tweet) and great grandchildren Maria and Kia.
Ellen touched many lives in the Drumheller area having taught grade one in Drumheller schools for thirty years and being a long-time member of the Eastern Star, the congregation of the Knox United Church and Choir and the Pioneer Trail Singers. Funeral services will be held at Knox United Church in Drumheller on Saturday October 13 at 2:00 PM. Courtney Winters Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

Turner, Barry Proctor
Nov.19, 1937 - Oct.4, 2012

Barry Turner passed away in the Drumheller General Hospital on October 4th after a short illness. Barry was born in Calgary, Alberta on November 19, 1937, to parents John Russell Turner and Kathleen Turner (Proctor). He grew up on a farm near Munson, Alberta, and later in Drumheller, Alberta, where he graduated from Drumheller High School in 1955. He spent some time working in Northern Alberta, and then attended Montana State University in Bozeman, Montana, continuing his studies at the University of Montana in Missoula, graduating with a Bachelor of Education in 1963. He taught for a time in Calgary before devoting himself to farming with his father, Russ, on the family farm near Munson. Barry was curious and interested in many things throughout his life, but his passion for sport was ever present. An avid baseball player as a youth, Barry played for a team from Munson in and around the Drumheller region for many years. He was a diehard Calgary Stampeders fan, savoring their halcyon days from the mid 1960s to their Grey Cup triumph in Vancouver in 1971, which he attended. He loyally suffered through the dark years that followed with the dominance by those “Eskimos” to the North. His real passion, however, was hockey. He started to play as a young boy, playing on many competitive level teams in the Drumheller area, including being a member of a senior team sponsored by a local coal company, the Drumheller Monarchs. While at university, both at Bozeman and Missoula, he played on collegiate teams there. And once playing for Bozeman, he teamed up alongside a future cultural icon of the 1970s, the motorcycle daredevil Bob ‘Evel’ Knieval. Barry remembered him as someone who seemed always to get into some ‘trouble’, being ‘evel’ after all, but also as a pretty good hockey player. Like many in Southern Alberta, Barry was an avid supporter of the Calgary Flames, and also loved to follow the world junior hockey championships during the holiday season, especially focusing on the progress of the Canadian junior side. But he reserved a special place for teams coming from Drumheller; the Miners, Allan Cup winners in 1966, and later the Drumheller Falcons, a Junior A team playing in the Alberta Junior Hockey League. He often reminisced about former Miners, such as Ron ‘Squeak’ Leopold and his puck wizardry, the skill and mayhem of Tony Kollman and the intimidating look of rearguard Ray Sawka. He took a more active role with the Falcons, involved in the operation of the club and often traveling around the province with them in support, even during their more difficult last years. Yet Barry was interested in many things, not just sport. He was a keen follower of politics and economics, and was a lifelong investor. Perhaps because of his studies in the United States, he was attentive observer of political happenings south of the border. Many will remember Barry’s spirited defense of one political position or another during kitchen table debates on Canadian politics and government.  
Barry was sensitive to those around him, was always ready to help others and was a patient listener. His unassuming manner and quiet wisdom gave him the ability to provide balanced, thoughtful and non-judgemental advice to anyone who asked. He loved to reminisce about the past, but the retelling of these oft repeated stories often masked subtle lessons to be learned or different perspectives not always considered. His usually hilarious recollections of the past were rooted in his experience but spoke of someone who ultimately saw beauty in life and hope in the future. Barry leaves behind his sister, Shirley-Anne Thomson of Victoria, B.C., niece Mari-Lynn Thomson of Brooks, Alberta, and nephews John Thomson and his wife Keiko and daughter Maya of Vancouver, British Columbia and Colin Thomson, who lives in Montreal, Quebec. Barry has many Turner cousins in the Drumheller area, along with the Calverts from Edmonton, and Murrays living in Edmonton and on the West Coast. Barry’s family members would like to invite all people who knew him to attend his public memorial, celebrating his life at the Badlands Community Facility on Friday October 12, 2012 from 3-6 pm.               41c

SLATTEN (EREMKO), OLGA
January 31, 1932 - October 9, 2012

With great sadness we announce her passing. She passed away peacefully after a battle with cancer. Born in Wayne, AB. She will be dearly missed by her husband Rod of 58 years, daughters Cathy (Dale), son Rod (Norma) and grandchildren Carmen & Lisa, brother Bill (Betty) of Drumheller, AB. She trained as a Psyche Nurse at Essondale where she worked for many years. We would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at the Cancer Clinic and the Royal Columbian Hospital for all their kindness and care. No service by request.   

JOHNSON, Marvin Lloyd
January 4, 1938 - October 8, 2012

Mr. Marvin Johnson of Nanton, Alberta passed away peacefully on October 8th, 2012 at the High River Hospital at the age of 74 years.  Marvin is survived by his loving wife Lynn; son Gord (Sue) and their daughters Amanda (Matt) Hanson, Cassidy and son Chris; daughter Suzanne (Jim) Ferguson and their daughter Isabelle; great – grandchildren Addison, Matthew and Makenna Hanson.  Marvin was born in Maidstone, Saskatchewan and moved to Nanton in 1963 where he met and then married Lynn Attwood in 1964.  They moved to Drumheller in 1972 where he worked in the trucking business until his retirement in 1998.  They lived in Sherwood Park for 8 years and then moved back to Nanton in 2006.  Marvin loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, camping, sports and spending time with his family.  Family and friends were invited to a graveside service on Friday, October 12th at 2:00 p.m. at the Nanton Columbarium.  Everyone was then invited to a Memorial Reception following the graveside service at the Nanton Community Centre from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.  In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Bomber Command Museum of Canada, Box 1051, Nanton, AB, T0L 1R0.  To send condolences and view Marvin’s Tribute Page please visit www.lylereeves.com.  Caring for the family is Lyle Reeves Funerals of High River (Craig Snodgrass) 403.652.4242.