EMANN
Eileen Mabel

June 24, 1928 ~ May 9, 2017

It is with profound sadness and sorrow that the family announces the passing of their beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister. Mrs. Eileen Emann of Drumheller passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on May 9, 2017 at the age of 78 years. Eileen was predeceased by her husband Leonard, her father Henry, her step father Alec, and her mother Christine. She will be lovingly remembered by her family: 2 sons Greg (Shannon), Darcy (Lana); 2 daughters Shelene (Mario) Giraldi, Colleen Emann; 8 grandchildren Sandi (Jason) Funk and 7 great grandchildren, Megan (Tyler) Dyck and 3 great grandchildren, Thomas Emann, Joel (Molly) Emann, Riley (Lindsey) Emann and 2 great grandchildren (Emily and Macie), Lucas Giraldi, Karissa Giraldi, and Chelsey Giraldi. She is also survived by her sister Patricia (Dennis) Evans. Eileen was born in Maple Creek, Saskatchewan on June 24, 1938. She met and married Len in Medicine Hat in 1956. Eileen and Len resided in Drumheller since 1968. They owned and operated Town and Country Services for many years until Len’s death in 1991. Eileen worked for D.A.R.T.S. for 17 years where she was a respected and much admired team member. She was also a volunteer with Special Olympics for many years and enjoyed travelling with the individuals. Eileen was a member of Beta Sigma Phi for many years. Special thanks go to Dr. Kuschke, and the nurses and staff at the Drumheller Hospital for their outstanding care of Eileen. There will be a private family service held at a later date. If friends so desire memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Homes are in care of the arrangements.

QUIRING
Gerald (Gerry)

July 22, 1957 - May 13, 2017

Gerald (Gerry) Quiring of Drumheller beloved husband of Tari passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Saturday, May 13, 2017 at the age of 59 years. Gerry was born in Prince George, B.C. on July 22, 1957. He pursued his passion for hockey in Grand Forks, B.C. both playing and coaching. Gerry loved the outdoors and all activities outdoor related. In 2004 Gerry moved to Drumheller and in 2007 started Gerry’s Tree Service which he successfully ran until his passing. Besides his loving wife Tari, Gerry is survived by his children; Talia Martin, Tye (Taya) Martin Quiring, Christine Rayner and Jeffrey (Sara) Coad, grandchildren; Daxtin, Ella, Aubrey, Kaden, and Aspen, sisters; Barb, Brenda and sisters-in-law Patti, Roberta, Debra, brothers; Wayne (Leslie), Randy (Sandy), Vern (Lorraine), brother-in-law Dave, his step mother Shirley, numerous nieces, nephews, all of Tari’s family and a lifetime of friends. Gerry was predeceased by his father Bill, his mother Nina, his brother Jack, and his brother-in-law Bob.
“Your life was a blessing,
Your memory a treasure…
You are loved beyond words
And missed beyond measure.”
A Celebration of Gerry’s Life will be held Saturday, May 27, 2017 from the ROSEDALE COMMUNITY HALL at 2:00 P.M.
If friends so desire memorial donations may be made to the Drumheller Area Health Foundation (Community Cancer Clinic). Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Homes are in care of the arrangements.

Gallagher
John (Jack)

December 3, 1932 ~ May 17, 2017

Mr. Jack Gallagher, a longtime resident of the Drumheller Valley, passed away on May 17, 2017 at the age of 84 years.
Jack was born in Drumheller in 1932. He grew up in Rosedale, the middle child of John and Hilda Gallagher. He had two sisters, Irene and Hilda. Jack left school in grade 11 to work on the railway as a telegrapher, which he enjoyed for several years. When he was 21 he went back to school to obtain his grade 12, then he attended N.A.I.T.’s Chemical Technology Program. He got a job with Atomic Energy in 1959 in Chalk River, Ontario, he worked there for the next two years. He went back to school at the U. of A. to get his Bachelors of Education degree. Jack met his wife, Margaret while at AECL and they married in 1962 and moved to Calgary. He completed his B.ED. and worked at Sunnyside and Banff Trail Schools. Two of their children were born there, Robbie in 1963 and Christine in 1965. In 1967 the family moved to Fort McMurray, their third daughter, Shelley was born there in 1967. The family then moved down to Drumheller in 1969 where Jack took a job with Corrections Canada at the Institution. Their fourth and last daughter, Jackie was born in 1971. Jack was a truly good man, kind, intelligent and a voracious reader. He will be missed. He leaves to mourn; his wife Margaret, four daughters; Robbie, Christine, Shelley, and Jackie, numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews and a lifetime of friends. Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Homes are in care of the arrangements.

KEMPLING
Sylvia

June 12, 1926 ~ May 18, 2017

Sylvia Kempling of Drumheller, Alberta, beloved wife of the late Tom Kempling, passed away peacefully with family by her side, on May 18, 2017 at the age of 90 years old. Sylvia was the first born child of Edward and Catherine Pickard on June 12, 1926, in Calgary, Alberta. She attended school in Calgary, and was quite adventurous as a youth, enjoying speed skating and a bike trip to Banff. She worked as both a clerk during World War ll for the Royal Canadian Armed Forces, and as a secretary for the Calgary Seed Branch. While living in Calgary, she attended Central United Church, where she was a member, and was involved with youth groups. Along her path, she met a handsome farmer from the Drumheller area, the love of her life, Tom Kempling. They were married August 14th, 1953. Tom brought Sylvia to Drumheller, and built his bride a new home, where they resided, farming for many years. In 1956, they welcomed their daughter, Loralee Ann and in 1959, their son, Steven Thomas. With her family complete, Sylvia enjoyed trips to Calgary, visiting her parents, going to the zoo, Heritage Park, Bowness Park, and camping in the mountains, memories which were captured by Tom with his love and eye for photography. As a farm wife, Sylvia loved baking, gardening, sewing, crocheting, curling, bowling, and was always game for a round of crib or cards with friends. She always liked to look her best, adorning the latest fashions, which she wore on her tall frame, with style and grace. She and Tom enjoyed travelling, England, Hawaii, New Zealand, and the US were some of their most memorable holidays. Sylvia was a member of the Munson Women’s Institute, Rebecca Lodge, the Anglican Guild, Farm Forum, Homestead Museum, and Pioneer Acres. Sylvia is survived by her daughter, Loralee (Dave) Dedul, son Steven Kempling, grandchildren Lisa (Kevin) McKenzie and their children Megan and Kelvin, Wendy (Chris) Walsh and their children Coyne and Opal. She is also survived by her sister-in-law Dorothy Pickard, as well as numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and their families. Sylvia was predeceased by her parents Edward (Ted) and Catherine (Cathy) Pickard, her brother Ken Pickard (2016) and husband Tom (1998). A funeral service will be held at 1:00 P.M., on Thursday, May 25, 2017 at Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Home, in Drumheller, Alberta with Pastor Scott Gamble officiating. If friends so desire memorial donations may be made to the Drumheller Area Health Foundation (Continuing Care Recreation Department). Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Homes are in care of the arrangements.
The family would like to thank the caring staff at the Drumheller Continuing Care and Recreation Therapy Departments for the time, love and special care Sylvia received over the last 22 years.

NEILSEN
John (Jack) William

Born September 17, 1933
Passed May 17, 2017

John (Jack) William Neilsen of Drumheller passed away at the age of 84. He was predeceased by his father Aage Neilsen-Degnegaard, who emigrated from Denmark to work the mines in the Drumheller area, and mother Jane Ellswith Degnegaard, whose family emigrated from England to work the mines, and brother Fred of Kelowna. Jack was a musician and an athlete who played and coached baseball and Junior hockey for many years. He loved the valley and one of his favourite memories was when he and his brother would fish the Red Deer River which ran past their home, and take their catch home for their mother to prepare for the evening meal. Jack was a social worker for the Alberta Government for many years and was always kind and respectful to everyone who he came in contact. He was a devoted church and family man and was a graduate of Ricks College, Rexburg, Idaho. Remaining are Jeanette (Jan), the love of his life, his son Bradley (Michelle), his granddaughter Katie and grandson Chad. We wish to thank the Countinuing Care staff at the Drumheller Regional Health Center for their excellent care. A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 27, at 11:00 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at 1455-4th Avenue N.W., (just off the Dinosaur Trail in Midland).

BOOTH
David Allan

May 20, 2017

David Allan Booth of East Coulee beloved husband of Cindy passed away peacefully after a short battle with cancer on May 20, 2017 at the age of 69 years. Dave was born in St. Boniface, MB and was raised in Calgary. Dave met Cindy in Calgary while playing baseball, which was one of his passions. They lived in Calgary until 2000, when they moved to East Coulee to raise their son Devon in a smalltown atmosphere. In East Coulee Dave built his sanctuary in their backyard with the camp kitchen, where over the years he had many good and long lasting memories with family and friends. Dave enjoyed living on the river where he loved to fish with Devon and enjoyed spending time on the dock. After Dave retired from the oil patch, he drove school bus for six and a half years. He enjoyed teaching the kids on the bus about nature and the animals along the route. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends especially his Son Devon who he was extremely proud of. Besides his loving wife Cindy, Dave leaves to mourn his son Devon, one sister Shirley (Jim) Wilson, one brother Frank Allan. David was predeceased by his parents Isabell and Ross Booth, two sisters, one brother, and two daughters. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects on Saturday, June 3, 2017 from 1:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. at the Camp Kitchen, 367 River Drive, East Coulee, Alberta. Memorial donations may be made to the Drumheller Area Health Foundation (Home Care), 351-9th Street N.W., Drumheller, Alberta, T0J 0Y1. Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Homes are in care of arrangements.

GORDON
Ruth Beatrice

September 13, 1948
- May 27, 2017

Ruth Beatrice Gordon, nee Crawford, (September 13, 1948 – May 27, 2017) was born and raised in and around Hanna, Alberta to David and Beatrice Crawford. Ruth enjoyed much that life has to offer, with her most cherished moments being time spent with her mom and dad, working at the Royal Bank in Hanna, marrying Don Gordon from Craigmyle and raising their two children, Christian and Evonne. Ruth loved playing the piano, shopping, church, and sewing. She made it her business to ensure that her children took piano lessons, learned about Jesus, and had fun playing outside on their farm. She was a woman of great integrity, a strong sense of fairness, and a heart that loved very deeply. She is predeceased by her mother, father, and brother David (whom she knew only through stories). She is survived by her loving husband Donald, two children Christian (Lisa Allen) and Evonne and grandchildren, Ethan, Liam, Enya and Euan. She is also survived by her sister Alice Mashon (Les), brothers-in-law Mac and Ray (Elaine) and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Her kind and gentle soul will be missed greatly. A memorial service will be held in Hanna, at Redeemer Lutheran Church on Thursday, June 1 at 11:00 am. She will be interred at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Pine Lake.

POLYCH
Walter

May 21, 2017

Walter Polych passed away at the age of 87 on May 21, 2017 at the Drumheller Continuing Care Facility, where he spent the last 18 years of his life. He was one of the original patients who relocated from the original Nursing Home. He was born in Drumheller, where he spent the majority of his life, and will now make his final resting place at the Drumheller Cemetery surrounded by other family members who passed before him. Walter was a hard-working individual with a varied work career. He began as a coal miner in the Midland mine, then as a farmhand for various farmers in the wheat fields surrounding Drumheller and Hanna, and finally as a service contractor in the oil industry where he ran his own business, Polych and Polych Oilfield Services Ltd. Walter was a very fun-loving, social man with many friends. He loved to fish, garden, craft wood, dance, and play bingo. Walter is survived by his daughters: Karen Holt (Francis); Sheila Paullus (Rick); Sherry Polych (Gordon) and daughter-in-law Bonnie. He had seven grandchildren: Lorry and Robin Horvath, Tenille and Chad Paullus, Mitchell Cormack and Michelle Bascom (Michael), and Melody Polych (Shane), as well as 5 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his father and mother, Carl and Phyllis; brothers, Frank and Stanley; son, Allen; great grandson, Stephen in infancy; and his former wife, Ruby. Funeral services will take place on Thursday, June 1, 2017 at the Chapel in the Valley at 2:00 p.m. with lunch to follow at the Drumheller Legion. Flowers are declined and donations (if desired) may be made to Drumheller Continuing Care. Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Homes are in care of the arrangements. The family would like to thank Dr. Graham, Dr. Liknes and the staff at the Drumheller Continuing Care and Recreation & Therapy Department for the wonderful care Walter received during his lengthy stay at the facility.

RENKEMA
JOHN “JR” HENRY

December 30, 1948
- June 2, 2017

John Renkema “JR” passed away peacefully at the Drumheller Health Centre Friday, June 2, 2017 after a short, courageous battle with cancer at the age of
68 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Cindy (Larry) Poland, granddaughters, Tori (Azraie), Kyley, and Shelby, mother Aaffien Renkema, brothers Ralph, Leendaert, and Nick Renkema, many nieces and nephews and lifelong friend Edie Renkema. He is predeceased by infant son Curtis Renkema, father Klaas Renkema, siblings Wiebe Renkema and sister Johanna Carbert. The family wishes to thank Dr. Mpisi, Dr. Mattier, and the nursing staff at the Drumheller Health Centre and some very special NA’s (you know who you are). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in JR’s memory to the Drumheller Health Foundation, 351 9th Street NW, Drumheller, AB T0J 0Y1 or donations at info@drumhellerhealthfoundation.com. A Celebration of Life luncheon will be held at the Elim Pentecostal Fellowship Hall (old Central School), 245 3rd Street West, Drumheller at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 10, 2017. Messages of condolences may be left for the family at www.myalternatives.ca

A CELEBRATION
OF LIFE
for
Frances Bergman
will be held
Saturday, June 17, 2017
at the
Elim Pentecostal Church
from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
245 3rd Street West
Drumheller, AB

BRUCE
WILLIAM GRANT

November 12, 1926
- June 3, 2017

William Grant Bruce of Olds, beloved husband of Hilda for 68 years passed away at his home in Sunrise Village, Olds on Saturday, June 3, 2017 at the age of 90 years. Grant was born on November 12, 1926 in Lily Plain, Saskatchewan to William and Hester Bruce. Grant is survived by his wife Hilda; daughters Sharon, Donna, Barbara (John), Brenda (Don), Gladys (Ed); sons Don (Anita), Barry (Beth); 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; numerous step-grandchildren and step great-grandchildren; brothers Robin, Gordon and Norman (Eleanor). He was predeceased by his parents William and Hester Bruce; sisters Sylvia and Peggy; brothers John, Charles and Roger; brothers-in-law, Henry and Frank; sisters-in-law Doris, Margaret, Rose and Adeline and son-in-law John Bedford. The family would like to thank Dr. Dykin, the Sunrise Village staff and the Olds Hospital & Care Centre for their compassionate care. In keeping with Grant’s wishes, no funeral service will be held. Memorial tributes may be made directly to Olds Health Donations, Project 100. Heartland Funeral Services Ltd., Olds entrusted with arrangements. 403-507-8610 www.heartlandfuneralservices.com

CELEBRATION OF LIFE

Grace (Kalenith) Moe
June 25, 1929 - December 22, 2016

The family of Grace Moe would like to invite you to a celebration of her life on Sunday, June 25, 2017 at the Senior Circle in Hanna at 1:30 p.m.

Please join Ludy and family for a coffee and lunch and to visit and remember.

VON
Darlene Merle

September 10, 1929 - June 2, 2017

DARLENE MERLE VON Darlene passed away suddenly and peacefully June 2nd 2017 at Prince Of Peace Manor,
Calgary AB. Born September 10/1929. Darlene is survived by her Brother Lloyd Lang and wife Bev. Daughter Tracy-lee
Shannon and husband James Shannon,
Grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Melissa. Jesse Samuel and wife Melissa and their children Emily and Kylin. Son Greg Goudy and wife Christine Goudy, Grandchildren and great grandchildren, Chantelle & husband Tyler, Samantha, Amber and husband Nick, Brittany, Amanda, Tyler, Roman, great-granddaughters Rylence, Lexis, Madelyn, Cecilia, Hadley.

EWING
Rosino (DeGiano)

Rose joined her beloved husband Louis, on Wednesday, February 8, 2017, after a brief stay at the Grande Prairie QEII Hospital, at the age of 95.
A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, July 8, 2017 at 12:00 pm, at Delia Hall in Delia. Lunch will be provided, everyone is welcome. Memorial donations may be made to STARS (1441 Aviation Park NE, Box 570, Calgary, AB, T2E 8M7). Condolences may be sent by visiting
www.oliversfuneralhome.com

THOMPSON
William (Bill) Robert

February 9, 1926 - June 16, 2017

William (Bill) Robert Thompson of Bassano, beloved husband of Della Thompson, passed away in Bassano on Friday, June 16th, 2017 at the age of 91 years. Bill was born in Calgary on February 9th, 1926, the oldest child of Bob and Blanche Thompson of the Duck Lake area, where Bill grew up with his siblings, George (Shorty), John and Betty. He spent the majority of his life farming and recalled the old days fondly. Bill would tell many stories of working the land, travelling by horses and pioneer days, as the history books call them today. He married Ellen Holsten of Rose Valley, Saskatchewan on December 5th, 1959. Together they established a farm and a life in this rural area. Bill enjoyed hard work, carpentry and socializing with the community. He could be depended on to always lend a helping hand. Bill and Ellen retired in 1993 and moved to Bassano. Shortly after, Ellen passed away. Bill met Della Cannon through the Bassano Senior’s Drop In Centre. They were married on October 11th, 1997 in Bassano. Together they enjoyed bowling, shuffleboard and caring for their lawn and garden. The cherry trees in Bill’s backyard provided many jars of delicious jam for family and friends. Bill and Della moved into the Playfair Lodge in Bassano in 2013, where Bill enjoyed cribbage, reading, good music and visits with friends and family. One highlight last summer for Bill was the Thompson family reunion, where he entertained the younger generation with stories of the past. Although Bill is gone, his memory will live on through his many friends and family. He was predeceased by his first wife Ellen, sister Betty, and brothers, Shorty and John. Bill is survived by his loving wife Della, her family and many nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 23rd at 2:00 PM from Knox Presbyterian Church. Pastor Dan Hendrickson officiating. Interment to take place at 1:00 PM from Bassano Cemetery. In memory of Bill, if friends desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Bassano and District Health Foundation, Box 120, Bassano, Alberta T0J 0B0.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to:
SMITH FUNERAL HOME LTD. AND CREMATORIUM, BROOKS, ALBERTA.
Condolences may be forwarded through www.sfh.ca
Telephone 403-362-4636 or Toll Free (866) 362-4652
“Our Families Serving Your Family Since 1951”

CASEY
TERRY JAMES

September 6, 1945, Wetaskiwin, Alberta
- June 14, 2017, Calgary, Alberta

It is with great sorrow that we announce that Terry died suddenly at home in Calgary. Terry was born in Wetaskiwin, and graduated from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Education. He went on to enjoy a teaching career that lasted over four decades. He spent most of his teaching years in Drumheller, where he and Anne raised their family. They retired to Calgary in 2010 to enjoy a rich cultural life, time with family and travel adventures. Terry enjoyed his life very much, from curling with the ARC seniors in the winter, to hunting in the fall, to camping in the summer. He also loved the outdoors and making wine as a hobby, but his greatest pleasure was spending time with his family. He was a real handyman, and was always in demand in the family for building projects and repairs. Terry was a quiet, gentle, humble man; his kindness and generosity enriched many lives. He will be greatly missed. He leaves to mourn his wife and best friend of forty-two years, Anne Morgan; his son Evan (Candace); his daughter, Eirlys (Jason), and his six grandchildren, Jayden, Callum, Piran, Aled, Niav and Ariana. A Celebration of Terry’s Life will be held at Deer Park United Church (77 Deer Point Road S.E.) on Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. Reception to follow at the church. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In living memory of Terry Casey, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek, 14441 Bannister Road S.E., Calgary, AB Telephone: 403-256-9575.

ANDERSEN
Andrew Svend

July 8, 1919 - March 9, 2017

Svend, the youngest of five children born to Anders and Magna Andersen, was born on July 8, 1919 in Bingville Alberta. His father passed away in Medicine Hat that winter leaving his mother to move their 5 children to the Danish Colony of Dalum on her own, where she established a homestead on the land that she and Anders had recently purchased. Those early years were a difficult time for the Andersen family, but they managed to survive the harsh winters and formidable obstacles involved, slowly establishing a viable farming operation in the Dalum community through much hard work and perseverance. As Svend matured he developed a natural feel for agriculture and, as his siblings moved away from home to pursue their lives in their chosen fields of endeavor, the supervision and management of the farm became his responsibility. Having worked the land from a very young age, he was extremely well qualified and he continued to build it into the large and prosperous business that it eventually became. Svend was conscripted in the early 40’s during WWII and commenced training in the army to serve his country. During one of his lengthy training stints in Ontario, he met and later married his bride of 70 years, Marie Saugstad, who preceded him in death in 2013. Svend was posted overseas in early 1945 and was in London, England preparing to ship to Europe when the war ended. He returned to Canada in early 1946, shortly after the birth of his first son, Dale. Svend and Marie spent many wonderful years together on the farm in Dalum and were active in numerous community organizations and activities over the nearly 40 years they actively farmed together. Besides managing and working the farm, Svend served on a number of committees responsible for bringing modern services into the community, including power, natural gas and phone service. He spent many years as a volunteer telephone lineman once phone service was established, drove school bus, was an active leader in 4H clubs in the community and served as Chairman of the Board of the Drumheller Co-op, having the honor of holding Membership #1 for life. He was an officer of the Agricultural Society and donated many hours of his time to a host of other church and community activities and committees, including an eventually successful effort at getting the main north/south road through the community paved. Svend and Marie raised three children; Dale, Richard and Barbara all of whom have gone on to successful lives in their chosen occupations. Svend was very proud of the accomplishments of his children and often expressed regret that the demands of farming had hindered his opportunity to finish a high school education. However, for those who knew Svend, his lack of formal education was never an issue, as he was a self-taught scholar with a PhD in common sense and decency. The entire family had nothing but the highest respect for Svend for, as unassuming as he was, he was a man we could all look up to with respect and pride. When Svend and Marie determined that it was time to step away from the farm, they built a beautiful home out at Sorrento in the Shuswap and enjoyed many years of their early retirement looking out over the low cast interior mountains and the deep blue and green lake below their house. Although he had always been an athletic individual, it was not until that time in Svend’s life that he took up the game of golf, playing the game well into his 90’s and enjoying many rounds with friends and family. He could even boast that he carded a hole-in-one when he was in his mid-80’s, a feat that even most pro’s cannot claim. When the trips back and forth from BC to Alberta, mostly for doctor’s visits, became too numerous and difficult, Svend and Marie bought a house in Airdrie, Alberta where they lived for many years. This was followed by several more years in a senior’s condo facility after which they moved out to Three Hills to be closer to their daughter Barb. They resided in Three Hills until Marie’s passing, after which Svend moved into the Colonel Belcher Veteran’s facility in Calgary where he spent the remaining three years of his life. Svend passed away on March 9, 2017. He lived a long and fruitful life, and although he certainly experienced some difficult times in his nearly 98 years, he accepted them with the same honesty, courage, grace and humility that was the hallmark of his approach to life. His life was full of family and friends and those who knew him will surely miss him, as he was admired and respected by all. He is survived by his three children: Dale Andersen (Delia), Richard Andersen (Sharlene) and Barbara Andersen Rosgen (Reinhard) as well as 9 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren, all of whom will fondly remember this kind and gentle man. A celebration of his life will be held at 11 AM at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Dalum, Alberta on July 8th, 2017. The family decided what better way to celebrate his life than by having his memorial service on what would have been his 98th birthday. Lunch will be served at the Dalum Community Hall following his interment. Everyone who knew him is welcome to attend to share their memories and pay last respects to this wonderful man.

HEIN
Ella

May 28, 1926 - June 19, 2017

Ella was born in Olds, Alberta, to Fred & Katie Rutschke, being the eldest of five children. The family moved to Bassano in 1934 and later settled in the Duck Lake area where Ella met George Hein, her husband of 65 years. They were married on December 22, 1946 and lived on the farm for 45 years where they raised their six children. Ella’s home was always open and no one ever went away hungry. George & Ella retired to Drumheller in 1990. Ella was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother. Family was everything to her. Ella was the anchor of her family and because of her values she raised a very close knit family. Her greatest joys were always when she was with her family… Larry (Deb) Hein, Gerald (Ron) Hein, Arlene (Robert) Filkohazy, Fay (Doug) Bangle, Debbie (Glenn) Laycock, Val (Maurice) Thevenaz and all her very special 13 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren and special nephew Randy (Dorrie) Hein and family. Ella was a lifetime member of the Royal Purple and loved spending time tending to her flowers. She was loved by all who knew her, including her very special friend Charlotte Chernoff, who the family will be forever thankful for. She passed away peacefully with family by her side at the beautiful age of 91 years. There will be a celebration of her life on July 10, 2017, at 1:00 pm in the Hussar Community Hall. If friends desire, donations may be made to the Drumheller Hospital Continuing Care or the Sunshine Lodge. Courtney-Winters Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements.

BATTLE
Lester Willard

May 19,1919 - June 24, 2017

Lester passed away in the Red Deer Hospital very peacefully surrounded with his family members. He was predeceased by his wife, Betty Battle. Lester is survived by his children, Cherrone (Bob), Cerreline, Garren (Diana), Werrel, Larres, 18 grandchildren, 38 great-grand-children, 13 great-great-grand-children, four sisters, and two brothers. Lester served with the Canadian Air Force during World War II as a navigator. He and his wife travelled to many countries over the years. His family would like to thank the staff at Pines Lodge, Red Deer, and Red Deer Hospital for the kind and compassionate care of Lester.

LOWTHER
Benjamin Robert

August 22, 1939 - June 16, 2017

Benjamin Robert Lowther passed away peacefully on Friday, June 16th, 2017 with his wife and daughter by his side. He was born in Wayne, Alberta on August 22, 1939. Ben or
Robert, as he was called at home, loved the Drumheller Valley area and regularly visited his childhood hometown, East Coulee, Alberta and the surrounding area. He graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alberta and worked across the country, specializing in mining and oil sands extraction. In 1974, he was living and working in Edmonton when he met his wife Erica on the ski hill in Jasper. They shared a passion for skiing deep powder and sailboat racing. They spent 43 years together moving often and travelling lots. They had three amazing children, Pamela, Benjamin John and Ryan, along the way who learned from Ben that family always comes first. He spent all of his extra time supporting his children in their various activities. Finally, once the children left home, Ben was able to retire and Ben and Erica moved to Kelowna, where he started working on his own lifelong dream of building a sailboat. Ben and Erica spent the following years sailing, skiing, travelling and spending lots of time with their seven grandchildren. Ben/Robert will be greatly missed by his wife, children, grandchildren, brothers, sisters and all of their families. A celebration of life is being planned at his home in Kelowna on August 19, 2017. Please contact his family if you would be interested in attending.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site www.atlascoalmine.ab.ca, the East Coulee School Museum www.preservethehaunt.com or an organization of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com