HOOLIHAN, Pearl Matilda (nee Goodfellow)

July 22, 1926 – April 11, 2015

Pearl Hoolihan passed away peacefully at Mayfair Long Term Care Facility on April 11, 2015 at the age of 88 years.  Pearl, daughter of the late William and Matilda Goodfellow (nee Breimon), was born in Kinistino, Saskatchewan, eighth child in a family of six sisters and two brothers. In this small farming community her dad ran the Kinistino Livery Stable and her mother was a custom seamstress. Following her sisters to Calgary, Pearl started her working career at the CPR wiping down steam locomotives.  She later became a telephone operator and then a supervisor at Alberta Government Telephones (AGT), a career for over thirty years.  Pearl was close to her sisters.  Many afternoons were spent joining, one or all of them, for coffee at the No. 1 Legion Calgary Branch.  They were also familiar faces for the Friday and Saturday evening dances. In her early twenties, Pearl was introduced, by one of her sisters, to Jim Hoolihan.  They married and enjoyed each other’s company for twenty four years, raising an only child, Cindy Judd.  After Jim’s passing in 1974, still a young woman in her mid 40’s, she met and became the companion of Joe Leblanc.  During their two decades together Pearl and Joe enjoyed camping and travelling, including her first airplane ride over the ocean to visit Korea, for a Korean War veterans’ pilgrimage. Pearl was recently predeceased by her sister Joyce Bennett on December 24, 2014.   She was also predeceased by her husband Jim, companion Joe, sisters Florence, Ruby, Mildred & Yvonne and brothers Bill & Fred.  Pearl is survived by her daughter, Cindy Judd, and several nieces and nephews. The family thanks her caregiver and friend for over a decade, Irena Rozmiarek of Bayshore Health, as without her assistance Pearl would not have maintained her independence.  We also thank Lynn, Ginny and Leona of Care to Share for their companionship during her time at the hospitals this past year.  Thank you to Dr. Hunter, Roxanne, Celerina and the staff of Mayfair for their kindness and compassion this last short while. A Funeral Service was held at South Calgary Funeral Centre, Calgary, Alberta on April 14, 2015.   Pearl was laid to rest at Queen’s Park Cemetery in Caglary.  Memorial donations may be made directly to the Alzheimer’s Society of Calgary, #201, 222 – 58 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB T2H 2S3, or to a charity of your choice. Messages of remembrance may be left for the family at www.southcalgaryfuneralcentre.ca.

CARR, Max Sylvester

May 31, 1935 - April 11, 2015

Max Sylvester Carr passed away peacefully in Drumheller, AB on April 11 2015 at the age of 79. Max is lovingly remembered by his family, wife; Betty, his children; Richard (Pattie), David (Diane), Cathy (Bernie), and Doug (Shirley) his step children; Debbie, Traci (Doug), and Cristi (Tracy) and his sisters and brother; Grace (Clayton), Judy (John), Pat (Debbie), Joanne, Barb (Keith), Beth (Roger) and his sister – in- law Joan, along with all his grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Max was predeceased by his mother Elaine, father Richard, and brother Cork. Max was born on May 31,1935 in Boiestown, New Brunswick.  The first half of Max’s life he spent in the Air Force as an Aero Engine Technician.  After retiring from the Air Force he became a Correctional Officer at the Drumheller Correctional Institution. Max was a generous, witty, caring and honourable individual who loved sports, crib, darts, and all his doggies.  He would never miss his morning coffee with the boys. He was also an active and dedicated member of Royal Canadian Legion. Services will be held at the Drumheller Legion on April 16, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Max’s life.  In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Drumheller Legion or the Cancer Society.  Condolences can be sent to www.myalternatives.ca  The family would like to send a huge THANK YOU to the Doctors and Nursing staff at the Drumheller Hospital for their care.

BENNETT, Ina (nee Shpur)

July 30, 1934 - April 12, 2015

With profound sadness, the family of Ivanna Olha Bennett (Ina) announces the passing of our beloved mother and Baba.  Born in Ardrossan, Alberta and raised in Vegreville, Ina met Harold Bennett in Banff where they were both working at summer jobs.  Hal and Ina were married in 1959 and started their family and dental practice in Drumheller, where their four children were born.  Hal and Ina moved their family to the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island in 1966, where they raised their children and continued their dental practice. Ina loved the arts and volunteered in many areas while living in the Comox Valley, including, amongst others, CoVal, CYMC, Sid Williams Theatre, Meals on Wheels, St. Joseph’s Hospital and the United Churches. Ina and Hal relocated to North Vancouver in 2005 to be near their children and Ina continued her volunteer work at St. Andrew’s United Church with the Sharing Abundance lunch program and the Teddy Bear Picnic. Ina was predeceased by her husband Hal in 2014.  She is survived by her loving children Tom (Nicola), Dan (Karen), Dawn-Ann (Clancy), and Jim.  Her nine grandchildren Julia, Emily, Claire, Shannon, Sean, Samantha, Danny, Jamie and Kalia will all miss their Baba immensely. Ina is also survived by her three sisters Irene, Stella and Emily; she was predeceased by her brother Walter.  A great many nieces and nephews will also miss her. Loved by family and community for her generosity of heart and her selfless spirit, Ina will be greatly missed by all who knew her.  In lieu of flowers, donations gratefully accepted to St. Andrews United Church, 1044 St. Georges Ave., North Vancouver, B.C. V7L 3H6.  Private family gatherings at a later date, no service by request.

BALLAST, Nancy Nicole

April 5, 2015

Passed away suddenly on Sunday April 5, 2015 at the age of
35 years, Nancy Nicole Ballast, of Winnipeg, formerly of Brooks AB, Treherne, MB, Dominion City MB & Steinbach. Nancy leaves to mourn her passing her beloved children Katerina, Colby & Nash Thiessen of Drumheller AB, the children’s father Riley Thiessen of Drumheller AB, parents Herman & Arlene Ballast of Drumheller, brothers Dan Ballast of Calgary, David Ballast of Hilton MB, sister Jennifer (Dane) Bruder & nieces & nephews Dylan, Brittanie & Ashley all of Brooks AB; aunts & uncles Vern (Brenda) Duncan of Hilton, Kerry (Sharon) Duncan of Brandon, Lois (Al) Webster of Belmont, Iris Duncan of Killarney, Diane Duncan of Brandon & Darlene Duncan of Selkirk, MB, special friend Frank Moreau of Winnipeg as well as numerous extended relatives & friends. Nancy was predeceased by her infant son Braeden, uncles Glen & Clifford Duncan and Armand Ballast & grandparents Bob & Lily Duncan and Harm & Lyntje Ballast. A Celebration of Nancy’s life will take place at a later date in Drumheller Alberta with service details to be announced. Friends that so desire, memorial donations can be made in Nancy’s memory to a charity of ones choice.

LANGFORD, Frederick Folden

October 19, 1942 - April 20, 2015

With sadness we announce the sudden passing of Fred, age 72 at Foothills Hospital. Fred was born in Drumheller where he lived all his life. He was the oldest child of Roland and Telma Langford. He worked as a bricklayer, first with his father, uncles Leonard and Bud, and brothers Larry and Ross. When his father retired, he and Ross established their own business. Many buildings in Drumheller and the surrounding area are a testament to their skill. In 1988 Fred started work in the maintenance department at the Drumheller Penitentiary, until his retirement in 2003. As a young man, Fred enjoyed hunting, then again in later years with his son Roland and brother Ross. After Fred retired he could be found almost daily prowling the grocery stores and comparing prices. If you wanted to know what was on sale where, you had only to ask Fred. Fred lived in Sunshine Lodge the past two years and was very appreciative of the care and kindness shown him as a resident there. He was predeceased by his parents, and brother Larry Folden. He is survived by his daughter Jordanna (Geoff), his granddaughter Havanna, his son Roland, their mother Frankie, his brother Ross (Edie), sister Gaye (Brian), nephews Mitchell and Kalen and niece and nephew Paula Astra and Grant Folden. In Fred’s memory donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

BURT, Elsie

October 17, 1914 - February 5, 2015

Elsie Burt, age 100, passed away peacefully with family by her side the morning of February 5, 2015 at Pincher Creek Alberta. Elsie was born to Jakob and Maria (Mary) Haag at Dennewitz, Bessarabia. Her mother, widowed after Elsie’s birth, later married John Delker.  In July 1927 their family of 5 children moved from Gnadenfeld, Bessarabia to Canada to take over a homesteaded farm east of Scapa (Garden Plains). Times were hard during the 30’s and Elsie helped out with the farm chores and milked 6 cows before school. She drove a horse and buggy to school or rode a horse in bad weather. After schooling, Elsie worked off the farm to help support the family, first at the Scapa Store and later at the Hanna Hospital. Elsie married Earl Burt on August 25, 1942 in Hanna while he was on 10-day leave from the army. Earl left immediately to serve three and a half years overseas while Elsie continued work at the hospital until his safe return. In spring of 1946, Earl, Elsie and daughter Sheila moved to the Borel farm six miles north of Craigmyle. This was to be their home for the next 58 years and soon Garry and Diane completed their family. Elsie was a hard working farm wife and mother. She raised chickens and turkeys, sold eggs and cream, picked berries, hoed potatoes, checked cows, helped with the harvest and cared for their beautiful farmhouse and farmyard. She tended four large gardens with fruits, vegetables and flowers and often gave away as much as she kept. She was a wonderful cook and baker and the cookie jar (and candy dish) was always full. Elsie was also a dedicated community worker being a faithful member of the Princeton Ladies Club and a lifetime member of the United Church Women.  She could always be counted on to bring lunch or help in any way. Elsie enjoyed the company and friendship of their neighbors over the years with many cups of coffee and good meals served at the kitchen table. Family gatherings at the farm were memorable and Elsie and Earl were also so proud to attend baptisms, confirmations, birthdays, graduations and other family celebrations.  Elsie always had a card or small gift for any occasion of best wishes for family or friends. After Earl’s passing in 2004, Elsie moved to the Hanna Manor for 9 years and then to Pincher Creek to be closer to her daughter. She was blessed with good health and a sound mind over the years and remarkably celebrated her 100th birthday in October 2014. Elsie was hard working, generous and independent person and always very much a lady. She faced much adversity and loss in her lifetime but carried on with strength, determination and her faith in the Lord. She appreciated nature, birds and animals and observed the changing skies, weather and seasons. The farm was always “home” to her. She valued her friendships and enjoyed visiting with everyone. She loved us all dearly and gave us a good home and upbringing, leaving wonderful memories of our mother and grandmother. We are now grateful for her eternal rest and reunion with those that have passed on before her.  Elsie is lovingly remembered by son Garry Burt (Maria) and children Aaron (Sarah) and their daughter Nadia, Zachary, Christopher, Matthew and Shannon (Dan) Allison and their children Tommy and Ava; daughter Diane Burt Stuckey (Dale) and their children Josh and Katie; sister Mae Weich; granddaughter Carmen (Gary) Schneider and their children Barrett, Carissa and Brandon; granddaughter Carrie (Trevor) Georgsen and their children Riley (Samantha), Tanner and Parker; sister-in-law Violet Delker and brother-in- law Bill Burt. She will also be fondly remembered by her extended family of nieces and nephews and friends and neighbors from the Hanna and Drumheller area. Elsie was predeceased by her mother Mary Delker, father Jakob Haag, step-father John Delker, husband Reinhold Quashnick, husband Earl Burt, daughter Sheila and son-in-law Reid Jorgensen; brothers John, Albert, Alfred and infant sister Annie Delker; grandson Kevin Jorgensen; infant grandson and granddaughter Daniel and Julia Stuckey and many other loved family and friends.  A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held Saturday, May 9, 2015 at the Craigmyle Historic Church at 2:00 pm with Reverend Leila Currie officiating. If friends so desire, memorial donations can be made to the Craigmyle Historic Society at Site 1B-3: Box 14 Craigmyle T0J 0T0 or a charity of their choice.

ROOME, Jack

1939 - 2015

Jack Roome, formerly of Drumheller, passed away peacefully April 19, 2015, at the Red Deer Hospice with his family by his side.  He is survived by his wife Margaret and daughters; Lynlee (Alan), Bev (Jim), Trudy (Tony) and his two grandsons. Jack had taught both Junior and Senior High School in Drumheller and as well worked as a clinical psychologist at the penitentiary. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Leonard’s on The Hill Anglican Church, 4241 - 44 St., Red Deer on Friday, May 1st at 1:00 pm. Memorial donations may be directed to the Red Deer Hospice Society, 99 - Arnot Ave., Red Deer AB T4R 3S6 or the Canadian Diabetes Association, 6,  5015 - 48 Ave, Red Deer AB T4N 1S9. Condolences to Jack’s family may be emailed to meaningfulmemorials@yahoo.ca.                         
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SANDAU, Paula Beatrice (nee Newman)

September 1, 1949 - April 22, 2015

Paula Sandau of Drumheller passed away peacefully at Red Deer Regional Hospital surrounded by her family on Wednesday, April 22, 2015 at the age of 65 years. Paula was born at Bella Bella, BC and later moved to Revelstoke, BC then to Calgary and to Hanna and then in 1998 to Drumheller where she resided until her death.  Paula is survived by her husband Vern Sandau and sons Darren and Adam all of Drumheller and one daughter Mirade Astra of Revelstoke, BC. Paula is also survived by her father Edwin Newman of Alert Bay, BC and one brother Earl at Bella Bella, BC. Paula was predeceased by her mother and four brothers. Paula will be remembered for her kindness she showed to others and her love for animals especially cats.  Thank you to the nurses and doctors at Drumheller Hospital and Red Deer Regional Hospital for being so nice to Paula and her family. Thank you to Home Care for the special care they gave to Paula over the years. And a special thank you to the staff and residents of the Sunshine Lodge for taking such good care of Paula and being her friend. Memorial service will be held at Grace Lutheran Church in Drumheller on Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. Gone but not forgotten - until we meet again.   

CLIFTON, James (Jamie) Wayne

May 15, 1980 - April 26, 2015

James (Jamie) Wayne Clifton, beloved father of Gavin Clifton, son of Dale & Janet Clifton passed away suddenly April 26, 2015 in Drumheller, Alberta at the age of 34 years. Jamie was born May 15, 1980 in Raymond, Alberta.  He was raised in Hays, Alberta, where he was active in basketball and Volleyball.  Jamie was a part of the Hays 4-H Beef Club, he completed high school in Vauxhall, Alberta.  Jamie had many different jobs and hobbies, and came to find that he loved construction and moved to Drumheller to continue his career. Jamie is survived by his son, Gavin, parents, Dale & Janet, brother, Randy (Susanne) Brauer, sisters, Wendy Fox, Shawna (Don) Tanner, grandmothers’, May Clifton and Beth Kesler, his loving partner Jeanine and her son Aden, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews and cousins. Jamie was predeceased by his Grandfathers’, George Clifton and Reg Kesler, as well as his Aunt Kathy Wolfer. A service of Remembrance will be held on Saturday May 2, 2015 at 1:00 P.M. from The Hays Community Hall, Hays, Alberta. Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Homes are in care of the arrangements.

HUME, Calvin Alexander

December 19, 1927 – May 1, 2015

Cal Hume died peacefully at the Drumheller Health Centre after an extended illness.  While under the excellent care of the dedicated staff, Cal was surrounded by his loved ones during his final weeks. Born in Hardisty, Alberta, Cal’s family moved to East Coulee to work in the coal mines. It’s there, as a young man, he met the love of his life, Marie McFarlane.  They married, and would have celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary this June. Cal the milkman spent years in the service of Brown’s Dairy, delivering right to the doorstep, and then to stores and restaurants in Drumheller and surrounding area. Before that, he delivered groceries in East Coulee, and worked at the Commander Coal Mine. Cal is survived by his wife, Marie, his children Pat Hume (Diana) of Creelman, Saskatchewan, Penny Jarina (Joe) of Sparwood, BC, Terry Hume (Shelly) of Sparwood, BC, and Lynn Green (Mike) of Orangeville, Ontario, his sister, Doreen Ramsay of Calgary, and nine grandchildren, fifteen great grand-children, and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Drumheller Elks Lodge #54, Box 2260, Drumheller, or to the charity of your choice. A memorial service will be held at the Midland Hall at 2 PM on Saturday, May 16.

SVATOS, Kelly Dean

December 17, 1960- May 8, 2015

We would like to express with great sadness the sudden  passing of our dearly loved brother. Kelly is survived by his father Ralph, his brothers Graham, Don, Gary, Jerry (his wife Nancy  and their children Ryan & Jessica) and Kelly’s sister Sandra. He was predeceased by his mother Verna and his brother Douglas. All of us who knew and loved Kelly recognize his zest for living life to the fullest. He loved motorcycle riding, travelling and his job as a mechanic. Kelly was always up for a challenge, an adventure, or a dare. He enjoyed a “lively debate” with friends, family and co-workers. Above all, Kelly was a good person who was deeply loved by his family and friends. At Kelly’s request there will not be a funeral. His quote was “I just want people to party and have a good time when I go.”

LAMSON, Linda Diane

January 20, 1955 - Hanna, Alberta
- May 2, 2015 - Drumheller, Alberta

It is with sadness we announce that Linda Lamson passed away after a brief battle with cancer on Saturday, May 2, 2015 at the age of 60. Linda was born in Hanna, moving to Calgary following graduation. She worked at SAIT Student Housing where she especially enjoyed the interaction with the students. Linda moved to Rockyford, AB in 2002 where she and husband Mike bought a farm and built a home. Linda was active in the community volunteering at the curling rink and annual rodeo. Linda is survived by her husband, Mike Hofer; daughter, Melissa Bertrand; grandson Gage Ogonoski ; mother, Evange Lamson; sisters, Brenda (Keith) Campion, Lois (Brian) Chamberlain, Sharon (Tim) Annas, Wilda Housch, Deb (Brent) Olmstead; brothers, Allan (Marlene) Lamson, Doug (Jean) Lamson and Steve Lamson; and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. Linda was predeceased by her father Earl. The family would like to extend particular thanks to the staff of the Tom Baker Cancer Centre and the Drumheller Hospital. A gathering celebrating Linda’s life will be held at the Carbon Community Hall on Friday, May 22, 2015 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Tom Baker Cancer Center 1331 29 St N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 4N2 or the Drumheller Health Center, Drumheller  T0J 0Y1. Please forward condolences to the family to kneehillfuneralservices@hotmail.com.  Kneehill Funeral Services Ltd., Three Hills entrusted with arrangements. 1-403-443-5111.

SIRKO, Anna Mae

August 8, 1946 - May 17, 2015

Anna Mae Sirko of Drumheller, born August 8, 1946, passed away on Sunday May 17, 2015 at the age of 68 years.  Anna Mae is survived by her daughter Korey Anne (husband Dan), her granddaughters Kayla and Dayle.  She was predeceased by her parents Steve and Elizabeth Sirko.  A memorial service for Anna Mae will be held Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 2:00 P.M. from Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Homes.  Flowers are gratefully declined.  Those wishing to make memorial donations may do so to the Drumheller & District Humane Society, Box 1474, Drumheller, Alberta, T0J 0Y0. Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Homes are in care of the arrangements.

CONNELLY, Ronald Douglas

1947-2015

Celebration of life for Ronald Douglas Connelly will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2015 at the Newcastle Hall in Drumheller, AB from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Lunch will be served.

NIXON, David Albert

May 1, 1924 - May 11, 2015

David Albert Nixon was born May 1, 1924 in Craigmyle, Alberta and passed away peacefully in Stettler on May 11, 2015 at the age of 91.  He was raised in the Craigmyle and Byemoor areas. In March of 1943, he enlisted in the Air Force where he was an airframe mechanic.  In June 1945 he was given a honourable discharge. Dave and Betty (Myers) were married on April 10, 1946.  They worked near Hanna on a farm until they bought land at Byemoor.  This is where they farmed and raised their family.  He was active in the Community, the Anglican Church, 4-H, and the Alberta Dairy Pool. He leaves to mourn his wife of 69 years Betty; four sons, Wayne and Loree Nixon (Donalda), Dale and Carol Nixon (Stettler), Terry and Anne Nixon (Stettler), and Dave and Lynne Nixon (Byemoor), who now farm the land that Dave Sr. farmed; three daughters, Pat and Stan Hansen (Delia), Linda and Larry Norlie (Craigmyle) and Wanda and Don Wilkie (Big Valley).  He will be greatly missed by twenty three grandchildren and their families; forty four great grandchildren; and four great-great grandchildren. One sister, Amy (Frank) Bates and sisters-in-law, Isabel Nixon and LaVonne Nixon. He was predeceased by his parents; five brothers; three sisters; a son-in-law and one grandson.  Funeral services were held at the Byemoor Community Hall on Saturday, May 16, 2015 with Reverend Carolyn Langford officiating, interment took place at the Byemoor Cemetery. He was a hardworking man who lived a full, happy, and honourable life.  Donations in Dave’s memory may be made to the Byemoor Community Club or a charity of your choice. Brennen Funeral Home and Cremation Services – Stettler, entrusted with the care and arrangements.  Box 193, Stettler, Alberta  T0C 2L0.  4819 – 49th St.  403-742-3315.

JURREIT, Angelina Marie
(nee DeBernardo)

September 3, 1943 - April 27, 2015

Angie was born in Drumheller, Alberta, resided in Calgary, Alberta for several years and then moved to Kamloops, British Columbia in 1969 after her marriage to Bill.  She moved to Dawson Creek in March 2015 to spend time with her family while she could. As she loved food and people, Angie worked in the food industry most of her life.  She made many good friends along the way, working at The Bay and Thompson River University in the food department. Angie’s favorite pastime was gambling, she loved cards, slots and Lady Luck.  Often she would go on gambling trips and spend many hours with her friends at the Casino.  Her smiling face and witty sense of humor was always a welcome sight. In February 2014 Angie was elated when she became a great-grandma; her face would light up whenever her great-granddaughter would visit.  She loved family, laughter and life. Angie was predeceased by her parents; Herman and Marie DeBernardo and grandparents; Roger and Denise Ragon. Angie is survived by her loving husband, Bill, daughter; Melody (Spike), grandchildren; Vanessa (Kelly), Kamen (Jessie), VeraRay (Andrew), Katie (Darryl), great-granddaughter, Kinsley; her loyal little dog; Benny, several relatives and many good friends. Angie’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of the Kamloops and Dawson Creek medical staff who cared for Angie as well as to friends and family for their support, prayers and well wishes. Angie passed away on Monday, April 27, 2015 in Dawson Creek at the age of 71 years with her family by her side. With respect to Angie’s wishes, no formal funeral service will be held.  For friends so wishing, donations may be made in memory of Angie to the local SPCA, as she loved animals. Very Respectfully Reynars Funeral Home & Crematorium.

JAMES, Ramona “Mona” Jean

April 21, 1933 - Drumheller, AB - May 21, 2015 - Calgary, AB

Mona James of Airdrie, beloved wife of the late Bert James, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2015 at the age of 82 years. Mona was born and raised in Drumheller. She married Bert December 27, 1949 in Drumheller and began farming near Munson the following year. Their five children were born while on the farm. They retired to Drumheller in 1970 and later to Airdrie. Ramona is survived by her children Linda Baron, Connie (Doug) Lester; Fay Ann Wallace, Dan James (Marilyn Wallace) and Christine (Brad) Wiebe, nine grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, sister Pat (Phil) Grenier and sister-in-law Dale Palmquist as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Ramona was predeceased by her husband Bert, son-in-law Howard Baron, brother Tony Palmquist and half-brother Howard Pitts. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY (Airdrie, 300 Towerlane Drive, Airdrie, Alberta) on Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 2:00 p.m.  Graveside Service to follow at Airdrie Cemetery.  Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandhollo
way.com. In living memory of Mona James, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Airdrie, 300 TOWERLANE DRIVE, AIRDRIE, AB. Telephone: 1-800-661-1599

PETERS, Johanne Lokken

July 30, 1924 - May 22, 2015

Friday, May 22, 2015 was a sad day for those who love Johanne Peters when her life of almost 91 years came to an end.   She was surrounded by family and was ready to leave this earth.

She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Flemming Peters, her children Sharon Mulder (Roy), Colin LaBerge (Jo-Anne), Dixie Gutwald (Dwayne), 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren as well as her older sister Dorthea Christianson and twin sister Martha Wagner (Jack), sisters-in-law Betty Wakeford (Dale) and Ebba Dyck as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Her death was preceded by that of her father Christian Lokken Andersen in 1964, her husband Raymond LaBerge in 1968, her mother Ingeborg Stentebjerg Andersen in 1981 and her son-in-law Mark Gutwald in 2006.

Johanne Lokken Peters (nee Andersen and formerly LaBerge) was the surprise bonus baby delivered after her twin sister Martha on July 30, 1924.  Martha and Johanne were the first twins born at the Wayne, Alberta hospital.

Johanne lived almost all of her life in the Dalum area.  She spent her first years on the farm adjacent to the Blue Spring School. The family moved east to their Dalum farm above East Coulee in 1939. Johanne went to Olds College in 1943 where she took a program for farm wives (from carpentry to first aid to sewing) and moved to Calgary in 1946 where she was a cook at the Tea Kettle Inn.  She married Raymond LaBerge of High River in 1948 and they farmed in that area until 1951 when they moved to the home farm east of Dalum where they raised their family. Sadly Raymond died of cancer in 1968 but Johanne, with farming in her blood, stayed on the farm until a few years before her death.  

In 1975 Johanne married Flemming Peters and they farmed together until renting out the land in 1993.  They continued to live on the farm until they moved to their Drumheller condo in 2011.  They had loved farming together and missed living in the country.  Johanne used to drive the grain truck while Flemming drove the combine and he said, “I never had to wait with a full hopper, Jo was always there to unload on the fly which saved precious time…and she still somehow had hot meals ready”. They were a great team as she always knew what needed to be done to help Flemming with the farm work.  

Johanne loved gardening, preserving, sewing, knitting & crocheting.  Cooking and baking were her passions and she often said to guests at meal time, “Eat as much as you possibly can”!  She was a member of the Dalum Friendship Club for 64 years (although not active for the last few) and enjoyed the camaraderie.  

She cherished the grandchildren and great-grandchildren and as Bestemor, together with Bestefar, enjoyed entertaining and indulging them.  Sometimes grandchildren enjoyed extended visits experiencing farm life and in time there were wonderful visits from great-grandchildren too.

Johanne lived the last 2 ½ years of her life in Drumheller Continuing Care where Flemming visited her every afternoon. Unfortunately she gradually lost her ability to communicate over the last few years but was still cheerful. The family is most grateful to the staff there for the wonderful care she received in spite of how very busy they are.

There will be an open house and celebration of Johanne’s life at the Dalum hall on Sunday, June 7 from 2 to 5 p.m. No flowers or cards please, your thoughts are more than enough.  If you wish, donations can be made to Drumheller Continuing Care.

GRAHAM, Jean Elizabeth (Weaver)

January 21, 1929 - May 3, 2015

Jean Elizabeth (Weaver) Graham of Airdrie, AB suddenly passed away May 3, 2015 at the age of 86. Jean Graham was born in Telkwa, B.C., Canada, January 21, 1929 to Alfred William Weaver and Elizabeth Jean (Wiseman) Weaver/Paulhus. Jean was predeceased by her parents, Brother William Weaver, and Husband of 56 years James Fredrick Graham. After her husband’s retirement from the RCAF they ran the ESSO bulk agency in Carbon. Jean was a masterful mother managing seven unruly children providing homemade bread, jams, wines, and baking to die for. Jean and her husband James were avid gardeners filling 6 town lots with all manner of vegetables. Her prowess with knitting needles and crocket hooks was unsurpassed, creating original designs for many people. When personal computers were in their infancy she was transcribing the town history book. Jean is survived by her seven children - Charles William Graham and wife Wendy (Weigel), children Ryan (3 great grandchildren - Hailey, Nathan, Alyssa), Tess, James (1 great grandchild Mina); Hilda Jean (Graham) Harsch and husband Terry, children Corie (great grandchild Sanez), Amberlie, Jileane; James Alfred Graham and wife Margaret (Myers), child Faith; Dawn Elizabeth (Graham) Hancock and husband Gordon, children Micah, Jessica; Robert Bruce Graham and Michelle (Lebsack), children Robert-James, Scott, Taliesin, Step Children Ryan Borson, Curtis Borson; David Frederick Graham and the late Barbara (Cunningham), child Steven; Duane Edward Graham, children Connor, Michelle. Also survived by her sister, Ruth (Weaver) Herman, and her brother, Robert Paulhus, wife Roxanne (Balint) Paulhus and sister-in-law Doreen (Etmanski) Weaver . Memorial Service will be held at Carbon, AB, at the Carbon town hall September 5 2015 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be mailed to the Heart and Stroke Foundation Alberta, 200 119 - 14 St. NW, Calgary AB, T2N 1Z6.

WULFF, Henry Charles Fred

June 4, 2015

Henry Charles Fred Wulff, beloved father, grandfather, and great grandfather, passed away in his sleep on Thursday, June 4, 2015 at the age of 88 years. He was predeceased in June 2010 by his wife, Joyce of 60 years, and in March 2015 by their son, Lawrence. He leaves to mourn his loss their children, William, Susan (Lawrence), Karen, David, Stephen, Rebecca, Shannon, Leslie; their families; a number of grandchildren and great grandchildren, and many friends.  Married in Victoria in 1950, they moved to the Barrhead, AB area in 1961 where they pastored three churches at the same time.  They moved back to BC again in 1971.  Joyce and Hank both retired in Vernon, BC in September 1991, just 2.5 months before Henry’s stroke in December.  They moved to Delia, AB in 2000,  a short return to Vernon for a year, again to Delia in 2007, finally to the Sunshine/Hillview Lodges in Drumheller, AB in 2009 where Joyce passed away in 2010.  Henry moved into Continuing Care in Drumheller in 2010 where he passed. The family thanks the doctors and the staff of Continuing Care for the excellent care and comfort given to Henry for the term of his residency, and especially for the last month of his life. A Memorial Service will be held in Vernon, BC where he will be interred with his wife, Joyce. Messages of condolence may be left  for the family at www.myalternatives.ca.