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TOBIAS Albert John Robert “Bob” June 5, 1949 - June 19, 2013 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bob Tobias at the Red Deer Regional Hospital on Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at the age of 64 years. Bob passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. He will be lovingly remembered by his children Louise, Cilynne and Aaron and their children. Their mother Linda Hopkins, brother Tim Tobias of Red Deer as well as numerous other relatives in southern Ontario. Bob is also survived by his “Princess” who shared his birth date, loving daughter Danielle Schubrink, her husband Jesse, her mother Linda Murray and brothers Troy of Red Deer and Cody of Mission, B.C. Memorial donations in honor of Bob may be made directly to the Alberta Lung Association, www.ab.lung.ca. A Celebration gathering for Bob will be held in the Chapel of Parkland Funeral Home, 6287 - 67A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer on Monday, June 24, 2013 at 1:00 pm. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com Arrangements in care of Gordon R. Mathers, Funeral Director at PARKLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040
KIRBY Rupert James (Rube) Dec. 11, 1949 - Dec. 23, 2012 A celebration of life for Rupert Kirby will be held on June 29, 2013 at 2 pm at the Bashaw Community Hall. Turn into Bashaw, then first left across from the R.C.M.P. Station on the corner.
BARBER William Melvin ‘Bill’ 1943 - 2013 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of William Melvin ‘Bill’ Barber. Bill passed away Friday June 21st, 2013 at the Red Deer Hospice at the age of 70 years. Bill was born in Strasbourg, Saskatchewan on January 30, 1943 to parents Russell and Annie Barber. He moved to Red Deer in 1961 and began working at Edwards Trucking, which was a stepping stone to a lifelong career in the oil industry where he made many valued friends. On May 30th, 1964 Bill married Julie Tomalty of Red Deer and together they raised five children. Calgary was their home until moving back to Red Deer in 1990. Bill is survived by his loving wife Julie, his children Paula Freimuth (Kyle) of Brooks, Daren (Hayley) of Calgary, Sean (Lynda) of Calgary, Marc (Debbie) of Airdrie and Andrea Bauer of Red Deer. Bill is also survived by his cherished grandchildren Tyler Wikdahl (Ariel), Jesse Wikdahl, Daphne Freimuth, Bree Barber, Deklin Barber, Rylie Barber, Jordan Barber, Brayden Barber, Carlee Benoit (Hayden), Tory Barber, Carter Barber, Grayson Bauer, Gavin Bauer, Ryan Bauer and three great-grandchildren Seth Wikdahl, Brady Wikdahl and Bentley Freimuth. Bill was predeceased by his father in 1990, his mother in 2005 and his brother Edward (Ted) in 2011. Bill’s large extended family feel a profound sense of loss that can only be comforted by the knowledge of having been privileged by Bill’s good humor, kind nature and warm smile for as long as we were. A funeral service will be held at Eventide Funeral Chapel, 4820-45th Street, Red Deer, Alberta on Thursday June 27th, 2013 at 1:00pm. Memorial donations may be made directly to the Red Deer Hospice, 99 Arnot Ave, Red Deer, Alberta T4R 3S6. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.eventidefuneralchapels.com Arrangements entrusted to EVENTIDE FUNERAL CHAPEL 4820 - 45 Street, Red Deer. Phone (403) 347-2222
TRAVIS Margaret Irene Margaret Irene Travis of Red Deer passed away at Bethany Collegeside on Saturday, June 15, 2013, at the age of 91 years. She will be eternally and lovingly remembered by her son Myles Travis, her daughter Carla Travis, her grandchildren Kelcy, Kirby, and Connor, her great-granddaughter Maya, and her daughter-in-Christ Barb Travis. She was predeceased by her h u s b a n d G o r d o n Tr a v i s , sisters Betty Ward and Joyce Robson, and brother Tim Freeborn. A private family funeral was held at the Red Deer Cemetery. The family would like to thank the many friends who have been such great comfort to them and Margaret; of special note J u d y, L i n d a , D a w n a n d Nadine. As well, we would like to thank the staff at Bethany Collegeside, the nursing staff on Units 21 and 31 of the Red Deer Regional Hospital, and Dr. Don Tillier for their care and attention, and to Pastor Isaac Bueckert for his spiritual guidance. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.eventidefuneralchapels.com Arrangements entrusted to EVENTIDE FUNERAL CHAPEL 4820 - 45 Street, Red Deer. Phone (403) 347-2222
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GOEDICKE Barbara 1913-2013 Barbara Elizabeth Goedicke was born near Cremona, Alberta on November 15th, 1913 and passed away June 20th, 2013 at Bethany Sylvan Lake. She is survived by daughters Eileen (Merlyn) Wilson of Bentley and Rita (Dave) Shillabeer of Edmonton; grandchildren Douglas (Regina) Wilson of Red Deer, Allan (Candace) Wilson of Bentley, Keith Shillabeer of Vancouver and Jill Shillabeer (Dave Leriger) of Edmonton; great grandchildren Alyssa and Kevin Wilson of Bentley and Hillary and Erica Wilson of Red Deer. She is also survived by brother Ben Steffler, brother-in-laws Bert Price and Walter Wilson and many nieces and nephews. Barbara was predeceased by her husband Otto, parents Louis and Marion Steffler, brothers Louis (Pearl) Steffler and Gerald Steffler, sisters Mary (Earl) Braun, Regeana Price and Lucille Wilson. A special thank you to Dr. D. Tillier, Dr. J. San Vicente and Dr. B. Bahler for their care. A prayer service will be held at Eventide Funeral Chapel, 4820-45th Street, Red Deer, Alberta on Monday June 24th, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 6 McMillan Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta on Tuesday June 25th, 2013 at 1:00pm. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 6 McMillan Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta T4N 5X8 or the Sylvan Lake Lodge Foundation, Box 100, 4620-47th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, Alberta T4S 1N2 or B e t h a n y C a r e C e n t e r, 4700-47th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, Alberta T4S 2M3. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.eventidefuneralchapels.com Arrangements entrusted to EVENTIDE FUNERAL CHAPEL 4820 - 45 Street, Red Deer. Phone (403) 347-2222
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HARPER 1945 - 2013 We are saddened by the passing of Mervin Leroy Harper on June 14, 2013 in Red Deer, Alberta. Mervin was born in Souris, Manitoba on April 24, 1945. He later moved to Alberta, where he started his surveying career for Calgary Power in 1968. Mervin continued to survey for Trans Alta and Fortis before retiring in 2010. Mervin enjoyed it all; hunting, fishing, camping, car-racing and golfing. Mervin also enjoyed his buddy-time, morning coffee, a good joke and trying his luck on the slot machines. Mervin is survived by his wife of forty five years; Linda, son; Cary (Kelly), daughter; Angie (Doug), and his loving grandchildren; Darby, Delany, Demy, Caitlin and Cody. Mervin is also survived by his sisters; Elaine Nicol and Janice Harper, as well as, his twin brother; Melvin (Sheila) Harper, along with numerous nieces and nephews. Mervin was predeceased by his parents; Preston and Clara Harper. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. To honor Mervin’s life, a private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Also, for those wishing to pay their respects, at a later date, an Interment will follow at the Red Deer Cemetery. Memorial donations, in memory of Mervin, may be made directly to the ALS Society of Alberta, www.alsab.ca. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com Arrangements in care of Gordon R. Mathers, Funeral Director at PARKLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040
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HOFFNER Emily 1934-2013 Emily Hoffner passed away at her home in Red Deer on Wednesday, June 19th 2013. Emily was born in Delburne, Alberta on October 16, 1934. She started her schooling in Delburne and graduated from Alix High School. Emily moved to Red Deer and worked for many years at the Peacock Inn. She married Jack Laidler and had two daughters, Tracy and Sandy. She then started a new path with Dave Hoffner where they built a life and business in property management. Emily’s passion in life was her children and grandchildren. She took up golf at the age of 60, which brought her years of enjoyment with her family and friends. Emily was never one to be a ‘wall flower’ and jumped at the opportunity to try anything new. She enjoyed travelling and spent many winters being a snowbird in Lake Havasu. Emily was a very special and remarkable woman who will be missed but lovingly remembered and forever cherished in the hearts of her family and her many dear friends. Emily leaves to mourn her daughter Sandy Laidler and her grandchildren Mike Moore, Kristy (Brett) Moore and Danny Moore. She will also be missed by her partner Al Service and her sister-in-law Donna (Allan) Loewen, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and many dear friends. Emily was predeceased by her daughter Tracy Moore, her parents John and Michalina Tyess, father of her children Jack Laidler, her second husband Dave Hoffner, her brothers Philip, Jim and John and her sisters Jenny and Vanda. A Celebration of Emily’s life will be held at Eventide Funeral Chapels 4820-45th Street, R e d D e e r, A l b e r t a o n Wednesday June 26th, 2013 at 11:00 am. Interment will be held at the Alto-Reste Cemetery, Red Deer, Alberta. If desired memorial donations in Emily’s honor may be made directly to the Red Deer Regional Health Foundation 3942-50a Ave, Red Deer, Alberta T4N 4E7. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.eventidefuneralchapels.com Arrangements entrusted to EVENTIDE FUNERAL CHAPEL 4820 - 45 Street, Red Deer. Phone (403) 347-2222
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ADAMS Roy Charles Joseph April 13, 1932 - June 20, 2013 Roy passed away unexpectedly on June 20, 2013 at the age of 81 years. He was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Roy joined the military in 1953 as a Firefighter and served on many military bases. It was while stationed in France that he met his wife Kirsten while holidaying in Copenhagen, Denmark. They had been married for 56 years. Besides his loving wife Kirsten, Roy is survived by his daughter, Heidi, son-in-law, Steve and grandson, Tyler and his girlfriend Jessie. Also left to cherish his memory are his brothers, Jack and George, his very special friends Andrew and Louise MacPherson and their 3 children Kirsten, Stacey and Alex. A memorial tea will be held on Thursday, June 27, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at the Taylor Drive Medican Building, 5300 - 48 Street, Red Deer, AB. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.reddeerfuneralhome.com Arrangements entrusted to RED DEER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM 6150 - 67 Street, Red Deer. Phone (403) 347-3319.
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LAYDEN Melvin Earl 1925 - 2013 Mel Layden passed away at the Red Deer Regional Hospital on Monday, June 17, 2013, at the age of 87 years. He is survived by his wife, Joy, by his children; Bev (Ron) MacTavish of Lethbridge, Brent of Oregon, USA, Gary (Sheri) of Red Deer and Dale (Kathy) of Red Deer, as well as numerous grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, Mary, on December 28, 1982. Mel was born in Innisfail and lived in Red Deer most of his life. Active in the community, Mel was a long-time businessman, who owned and operated MEL Construction, MEL Paving and with his son Gary, Bomega Metal Manufacturing. An avid golfer, Mel was for decades, a member of the Red Deer Golf and Country Club. Since retiring, Mel spent his winters in Palm Desert with his wife Joy pursuing their passion for golf. A proud father and grandfather, Mel enjoyed spending time with his family and sharing in their successes. A Celebration of Life for Mel Layden will be held at the Gaetz Memorial United Church, 4758 Ross Street, in Red Deer on Tuesday, June 25, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mel’s name may be made to the Red Deer Hospice Society, 99 Arnot Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta, T4R 3S6. Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.eventidefuneralchapels.com Arrangements entrusted to EVENTIDE FUNERAL CHAPEL 4820 - 45 Street, Red Deer. Phone (403) 347-2222
SIMONEAU 1964 - 2013 Albin Simoneau of Red Deer, passed away at the Foothills Medical Centre in Calgary, Alberta on Tuesday, June 11, 2013 at the age of 48 years. Albin was born and raised in Quebec. As a young adult, he joined the military where he developed a love for cooking. When he left the military he started working in hotel management and this career, along with being in the military, led to Albin living in almost every province, finally settling in Alberta. He loved cooking, hockey, golfing, listening to music and playing the guitar. Albin loved his family and was a very proud grandpa. Albin will be lovingly remembered by his wife Suzette; son Patrick (Jenna Casey) Simoneau; step son Derrick (Kayla Storozuk) Chapman; step daughter Jenna (Phil) Beernaerts; five grandchildren Mya and Bentley Simoneau, Haedyn and Rowan Beernaerts and Carter Chapman; parents Madelaine Paradis and Antonin Simoneau; brother Normand Simoneau; sister Sylvie Simoneau; mother-in-law Doreen Cameron as well as numerous other relatives and friends. Albin was predeceased by his brother Rejean Simoneau and his grandparents. A Celebration of Albin’s life will be held on Tuesday, June 25, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at the Red Deer Bible Baptist Church, 4618 - 41 Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta. Memorial donations in Albin’s memory may be directed to the Canadian Cancer Society, 101, 6751 52 Avenue, Red Deer AB T4N 4K8. Condolences to Albin’s family may be emailed to meaningfulmemorials@yahoo.ca Bruce MacArthur MEANINGFUL MEMORIALS Funeral Service Red Deer 587-876-4944