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ACHESON Alan Lawrence Sept. 17, 1935 - Dec. 27, 2013 Alan was born in Vancouver, B.C. to parents Frederic and Mina (Speirs) Acheson. As a boy, Al enjoyed sports and spending time with family and friends - especially summers at a cottage in White Rock. As a young man he worked at the Vancouver Stock Exchange and enjoyed skiing in his spare time. Later in life he enjoyed golf, bridge, curling and all types of social activities. He joined the Royal Canadian Navy to see the world and his first ship was HMCS Sioux. Sailing mainly in the Far East, the ship conducted patrols and Al visited many ports including Hawaii, Guam, Japan, Hong Kong, Macau, Korea, Formosa (Taiwan), Okinawa Island, Borneo, Manila, and the Marquesas Islands. In 1958 he married Lois Jeanne Bradshaw of Nelson, B.C. and they had two daughters. Al’s Navy career progressed on land as the family was posted to Abbotsford, Halifax, Victoria, Ottawa, Bermuda, Ladner, Masset, Lahr (Germany), and Penhold. They enjoyed their experiences meeting new people and discovering new places. Lois often boasted of how quickly she could pack up a house and move the family. Al retired in 1978 after 25 years of service, and they chose Red Deer, Alberta as their home. He recently moved back to the West Coast, a place he truly loved. He settled in Duncan, on Vancouver Island near his daughter Lori. Predeceased by his mother, father and wife, Al is survived by daughters Lori (Gord) Hamilton of C o b b l e H i l l , B . C . , Tr a c y (Jack) McClelland of Red Deer, granddaughter Brianne (Richard) Hall of Calgary, grandson Cody McClelland of Red Deer, sister Sandra Hamm of Coquitlam, B.C., and is fondly remembered by extended family and many friends from around the globe. Alan’s life will be remembered through a Burial of Ashes at Sea by the Royal Canadian Navy at a future date. If you wish, condolences may be extended to the family in care of Sands Funeral Chapel, 187 Duncan Road, Duncan, B.C. V9L 2P1 SANDS OF DUNCAN 250-746-5212
CLEALL Christopher Charles 1947 - 2013 Chris Cleall passed away on December 29, 2013 at the age of 66. Chris will be lovingly remembered by his mother Barbara Cleall of Edmonton; three brothers: Ken (Patty), Ben, and Michael, all of Edmonton; one sister Barb (Jack) Hoar of Red Deer; cherished nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Chris was predeceased by his father Frank Cleall and h i s n i e c e N i c o l e H o a r. Special thanks to Dr. Lim and Dr. Badenhorst of Red Deer; D r. C h u a n d D r. C h o i o f Edmonton; to the very skilled, caring Respiratory Therapists in Red Deer and Edmonton; and to the caring and gentle Palliative care teams at Red Deer Regional and finally at the Royal Alex hospitals. A celebration of Chris’ life will take place at 11 : 0 0 a . m . o n S a t u r d a y, January 11, 2014 at Appel Funeral Home, 10530 - 116 Street, Edmonton. Please visit www.appelfuneralhome.com to view the complete obituary, and to view or send condolences to the family.
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BRAITHWAITE Audrey Pauline Apr. 7, 1923 - Dec. 29, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our treasured wife, mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother on December 29, 2013 at the Rosefield Centre in Innisfail. Audrey was born on April 7, 1923 at home to William and Lillian Schaefer. She is survived by her husband George, son Bob of Grand Forks, B.C., daughter Jan (Pete) Wasylyshyn of Innisfail, and son Don (Tracy) of Ponoka. She was the proud grandmother of ten grandchildren; L o n , L e i g h , Tr o y, C a r i , Tenneille, Jennelle, Taylor, Austin, Clinton and Justin. A special footprint is left on the hearts of her great grandchildren who lovingly called her “Gee Gee”. Audrey is also survived by her sister, Melba Berild of Olds, brothers Bob (Edna) Schaefer of Innisfail and Jack Schaefer of Kelowna, B.C., and many special family and friends. She was predeceased by her parents, William and Lillian Schaefer, brothers Richard, William Earl, sister Marie, son-in-law Bud Soderberg and great granddaughter Jillian Braithwaite. Audrey attended Calgary Normal School and then began her teaching career at Mt. Pleasant, Poplar Ridge and Olds. She also did considerable substitute teaching in the communities in which she lived; Sylvan Lake, Red Deer, Ponoka, and later on in Innisfail, Penhold and Bowden. She was a leader with the Horn Hill 4-H Clothing Club and spent many hours teaching the young girls to sew. George and Audrey showed Appaloosa horses and Blonde D Aquitaine cattle over the years, She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and Senior Seranaders Choir and spent endless hours volunteering for the Alberta Wheat Pool and Sunnybrook Farm Museum. If we could reach up and hold a star for every time you’ve made us smile, the entire evening sky would be in the palm of our hands. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. Funeral services will be held at the Innisfail United Church on Monday, January 6, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. A private interment will be held at a later time. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Salvation Army or the Sunnybrook Farm Museum, Red Deer. 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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DYCK John Peter Nov. 14, 1947 - Dec. 28, 2013 John passed away peacefully on December 28, 2013 after a courageous battle with cancer. He is predeceased by his parents Oliver and Isabell and sister Barbara. John is survived by his wife Barb; their 3 children: Warren Dyck of Red Deer, Tammy (Gary) Dowding of Sylvan L a k e , D e a n n e ( Ve r n o n ) Mosset of Sylvan Lake; 7 grandchildren; 4 brothers and 1 sister and many other relatives. A celebration of life to be held January 5, 2014 at the Pioneer’s Lodge, 4324-46A Avenue Red Deer @ 1:00 pm. A special thank you to the Innisfail Hospital staff for their continued care and compassion.
JENSEN Jerilyn Anne March 7, 1948 - Dec. 3, 2013 Jerilyn Jensen of Sylvan Lake passed away on December 3 at the Red Deer Regional Hospital with friends and family at her bedside. She is survived by step-daughters, Diane (Rik) B a s s e t t , Tr e e n a ( R o n ) Underwood, Gail (Kerry) Gronvall and their families and by her brother Morris (Deanna) and their family. She also leaves to mourn an aunt, uncle, numerous cousins and close friends. During her career, Jerilyn held administrative positions with the federal government and within the provincial healthcare department. She took pride in her profession until she retired in 2012. Throughout her career she strove to improve her professional skills and enjoyed the teaching and mentoring of others. She had an infinite amount of love for animals and pets, most notably for horses and for her constant companion “Zoe”. Family was very important to Jeri, especially Morris and his family. She was also a cherished friend to many people - willingly sharing her wisdom, hope, strength and laughter and her presence in their daily lives will be missed. She will be lovingly remembered by her friends and family. A special thank you to Dr. Ieleen Taylor and s t a ff a t t h e S y l v a n L a k e Clinic, Sylvan Lake Home Care and to the doctors and nursing staff on Unit 32 who provided such loving care to Jerilyn over the recent months. A celebration of Jerilyn’s life will be held on Friday, January 10, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at the Innisfail Peace Lutheran Church. If desired, memorial tributes in Jerilyn’s honor may be made directly to the Alberta Cancer Foundation. 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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JONES Carleen Clarissa (nee Richardson) May 9, 1956 - Dec. 30, 2013 After a courageous battle with cancer, Carleen passed away peacefully on December 30th. Carleen was only 57 years old. She was born and raised in Calgary and after graduating from high school she volunteered at the Tom Baker Center where she developed her passion for her future career. Carleen moved to Red Deer to further her education and after obtaining her certificate as a Rehabilitation Practitioner started working for Michener Services. During her employment at Michener Center she enrolled at Grant MacEwan College and in 2003 earned her bachelor degree in Applied Human Service Administration. She continued to work at Michener Services until she retired in 2011 after 35 years. Carleen married Marty Jones on December 7, 1991 and proudly became a parent to his daughter Megan. Carleen cherished her family and friends. She always loved to spend time in the sun, reading and playing golf, particularly in Kelowna and Estrella Del Mar, Mexico. When not in the sun, she loved to curl, cook, and to entertain family and friends. Everyone enjoyed being a recipient of her cooking, especially her Tourtiere pies, following in her mother ’s Christmas tradition. Carleen will always be remembered for her compassion and the generosity of her time, love and her caring of others. Carleen will be lovingly remembered by her husband M a r t y, d a u g h t e r M e g a n (Daniel Locken), father John Richardson, sister Karyn (Bob) Merrick, brother Kent Richardson, brothers-in-law Gordon (Myrna) Jones, Gary Jones, sisters-in-law Bonny (Les) Parker, Beverly (Dave) Donald and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. She was predeceased by her mother, Yvette (Eve) Richardson. A Celebration of Carleen’s Life will be held at the Parkland Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 7, 2014 at 1:00 pm with Leanne Hall officiating. The family kindly asks that in lieu of flowers a donation be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com Arrangements in care Lenore Jacobson, Funeral Director at PARKLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040
PEARSON Richard Andrew Loving son, brother, father passed away suddenly on January 1, 2014 at the age of 29. He leaves behind his parents Anne Matthews, Frank Pearson. His loving brothers Gerald Pearson, Kendal P e a r s o n , s i s t e r, Tw y l a Murray and their families. His beloved children Kai and Ta y s o n a n d t h e i r m o t h e r Naomi Moore-Neil. He will be forever missed by all family and friends celebration †of life at The Art Gallery 4732 50th Street Tuesday, January 7, 2014 from 1-4 p.m. Loving you always Mom, Dad and Gerald.
Obituaries PAGET 1931 - 2013 Philomena Paget of Red Deer passed away at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre on Monday, December 23, 2013 at the age of 82 years. She is survived by four brothers, Peter Soehn of Kelowna, B.C., Phillip Soehn of Chilliwack, B.C., Louis Soehn of Keremeos, B.C. and August Soehn of Medicine Hat as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Henry John “Jack” Paget in 2010. Philomena spent most of her days visiting at the Senior Centers in Red Deer helping and assisting seniors. She was known to most as an advocate for seniors which comes from her many years nursing assistant. There will be no Funeral Services held. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com Arrangements in care of Maryann Hansen, Funeral Director at PARKLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040
POYNTER Murray F. Poynter of Red Deer passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 29, 2013 at the age of 86, with his family by his side. He will be greatly missed by his loving wife, Shirley, two sons: David (Jackie), Norm (Sarah); four grandchildren: Christopher, Benjamin, Sarah and Nicholas; extended family: Marg (Neale) Bellany, Bob (Kathy) Christensen, Kathy (Bill) Brannen, Lynn Petersen; and numerous friends. A special thank you to Doctors Holmes and Robertson, the incredible teams on Unit 21, 22, and Emergency at Red Deer Hospital, and the caregivers at Bethany Care. A celebration of Murray’s life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Murray’s honor to: Red Deer Regional Health Foundation (Unit 22), 394250 A Ave. Red Deer T4N 4E7, Alzheimer Society of Canada 20 Eglinton Ave, West 16th Floor Toronto, Ont. M4R 1K8, Heart and Stroke Foundation 100, 119-14 St.NW Calgary T2N 1Z6
WEYMAN Wayne May 15, 1950 - Dec. 30, 2013 Wa y n e W e y m a n p a s s e d away on Monday, December 30, 2013 at the age of 63 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 30 years Colleen; daughters Wendy Tennant, of Chilliwack, BC, and Shawn Tennant of B u r n a b y, B C ; g r a n d s o n Giovanni “Gio”; sister Valerie “Val” (Maurice) Comtois of High River, AB; sister-in-law Gail Kirkelund (Weyman) of Caroline, AB; and many more family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Percy Douglas and Audrey Weyman and brother Garry Weyman. Wayne was born and raised in Calgary. After finishing school he began his career in Oil and Gas where he enjoyed his work and spent all of his working years. He loved Golfing and Boating and will be remembered for his great sense of humour and quick wit. A Memorial Service will be held for Wayne at Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel (4121 - 17 Avenue SE, Calgary) o n S a t u r d a y, J a n u a r y 4 , 2014 at 2:00 pm. The family will also be holding a Memorial Service in Central Alberta at a later date, please contact the family for details. If friends so desire, donations may be made in Wayne’s name to the Lions Eye Bank Alberta Society (7007 - 14 Street SW, Calgary, AB, T2V 1P9). Messages of condolence may be forwarded to the family at www.piersons.ca.
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THOMAS 1932 - 2014 William “Bill” Thomas passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 2, 2014 at the Centennial Centre Acute Care facility in Ponoka at the age of 81. He will be missed by Shirley his wife of 56 years; his sons Rod (Colette), Doug (Geri) and daughter Patsy (Serge); grandchildren Paula (Brandon), Randi (Sean), Kerri (Brian), Samantha, Sarah, Nicole, and Cedrik. Two sisters, Joyce (Ray) and Fern and brother Bryan (Mona) and sister-in-law Lois Thomas. Bill was predeceased by his parents John and Evelyn Thomas as well as a brother Ross Thomas. Bill was born on the family homestead near Spirit River, Alberta on April 18, 1932. In 1944 the family moved to the Stony Plain area west of Edmonton where Bill finished his schooling. Bill had a long and successful career in the Alberta Oil Patch. He started off working on Service and Drilling rigs in 1949 before joining California Standard (Chevron) in 1951. His career with Chevron spanned 27 years, taking him to such places as Acheson, Red Deer, House Mountain and Zama to name a few. In 1964 Chevron moved Bill and his family to Slave Lake where he was very involved in community service groups as well as serving on town council for 3 terms and serving one term as Mayor of Slave Lake. In 1978 Bill retired from Chevron and moved back to Red Deer. Bill then started a 20 year career in the Well servicing business cofounding Thomas Well Servicing in 1979. After selling Thomas Well in 1996 Bill continued to work in a sales capacity with several well servicing companies. In retirement Bill faced several health challenges head on with courage and determination. Special thanks to the staff at the West Park Lodge (Red Deer), Northcott Care Centre (Ponoka) and the Centennial Centre (Ponoka) for the excellent care and kindness that was provided as well as his personal physician of 32 years Dr McIntyre. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to the Alzheimer Society at #105 4419-50th. Ave, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 3Z5 or the Lending Cupboard at 5406-43 Street Red Deer, Alberta T4N 1C9. A Funeral Service will be held at the Sunnybrook United Church Wednesday, January 8, 2014 at 11:00 am with Reverend Linda Ervin, officiating. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com. Arrangements in care of Maryann Hansen, Funeral Director at PARKLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 6287 - 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040 or 1-800-481-7421.
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