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Obituaries ISOBEL MILDRED MILLER (Taggart) Isobel Mildred (Taggart) Miller was born December 25th, 1922 and passed away on her 91st birthday, December 25th, 2013 at 10:40 P.M. at the Vulcan Extendicare, Vulcan, Alberta, where she had resided for the last three and a half months. Isobel is survived by one sister, Barbara Gurney of Rimbey, Alberta. She was predeceased by four sisters: Ina Taggart and Hulda Taggart of Gadsby, Alberta, Louanna Tuck of B.C., May Weins of Oak Lake, Manitoba, and two brothers: Ted Taggart of Castlegar, B.C. and Robert Taggart of Stettler, Alberta. She was also predeceased by granddaughter, Tammy Heide of Vulcan, Alberta and her beloved husband of 67 years, Ernest Wilmer Miller. She leaves seven children: Graham (Judy) Miller of Grande Prairie, Alberta and their four children Warren (Karen), Roxanne (Albert), Shandra (Bruce), and Joan (Scott); Elaine (Jim) Heide of Vulcan, Alberta and their two children Sandra (Jonathan), Ben (Tia); Murray (Pattie) Miller of Medicine Hat, Alberta and their four children Ernest (Rachel), Rosalyn (Mark), Danita (John) Rachel (Josh); Debbie (Duane) of Fremont, Michigan and their five children Aaron (Beth), Amber (Roger), Aminta, Anthony and Anne; Ruth (David) Catlin of Plant City, Florida and their three children Bethany (Jamie), David II (Michele), Jeffrey (Sarah); Valerie (Leon) Raiche of Pensacola, Florida and five step-children Leah (Dan), Naomi (Steve), Ruth Anne, Mark (Jennifer) and Anna; Vincent Miller of Lacombe, Alberta and his two children Steven (Jocelyn) and Jeanette. She also leaves 27 great grandchildren and 11 step-great grandchildren. Isobel was a fulltime wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She devoted her life to farming with her husband Ernest, and supported him in every endeavour. They farmed together for 44 years in Castor, Alberta and after selling their farm; they retired in Lacombe where they lived for 22 years. They celebrated 67 years of marriage, and now she and her beloved are together once again enjoying all the glories of heaven. Her family and friends cherish their many memories, and will certainly miss her cheerful smile. A funeral service was conducted by her grandson, Ernest W. Miller of Bible Baptist Church of Edmonton and her son, Murray W. Miller of Lighthouse Baptist Church of Medicine Hat on Saturday, January 4th, 2014 at 1:00 P.M. at the Evangelical United Missionary Church in Castor, Alberta. Interment took place beside her beloved husband Ernest W. Miller at the Castor Municipal Cemetery. PARKVIEW FUNERAL CHAPELS Box 186, Castor, Alberta T0C 0X0, were entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements. To send or view condolences to Isobel’s family please visit www.parkviewfuneralchapels.com
Obituaries Dorothy Louise Wiechnik (Muhlbach) June 3, 1927 - December 23, 2013 Dorothy Louise Wiechnik passed away peacefully at Heritage House with all of her children at her side on December 23, 2013 near her favorite time of year, Christmas. Dorothy was born in Alsask, Saskatchewan, the second child of Henry Jr. and Margaret Muhlbach. She had an older brother Clarence and a younger brother Karl Muhlbach. She grew up on the family farm near Esther, Alberta. Before 1948, they were surrounded by aunts, uncles, and cousins that farmed in the same area. Her grampa Henry Sr. operated a rural post office at one time and built the Sibbald Hotel, which is still in operation today. Dorothy went to school at Rush Center. She liked school, especially the concerts. After completing school Dorothy and Emma (her cousin) headed to Stettler to get jobs and start their adult life. The Muhlbach clan eventually made their way to the Stettler area too and Dorothy’s family bought a farm east of Red Willow. Dorothy met John Wiechnik, who was from the south Monitor area and they were married June 17, 1950 in Stettler. From this union there were 3 children born: Doreen, Jerry, and Jeanette. After living four years in Three Hills, they bought the farm at Castor where they worked side by side. When the children were older, Dorothy worked at Macleods, Castor Variety, and Subs n Soda with Doreen. She dedicated her time to her children, grandchildren, church activities, and to her many family and friends. Some of these lifelong friends were formed from the Lend A Hand ladies (United Church Women). Dorothy and John moved into Castor in 1992 and still spent a lot of time going out to the farm where they enjoyed the after chore tea/coffee visits and Sunday meals with Jerry’s family. Dorothy and John did enjoy going to family functions, travelling and camping with family. The last trip Dorothy took was an Alaskan cruise with Doreen and Don. Family dinners were huge, and Christmas and other holidays were always celebrated with all the family she could get together. She was never afraid of hard work, loved the farm animals, music, singing, dancing, gardening and of course the flowers. Life changed drastically for Dorothy when she lost John in 2004, Helen Kerbes, her brother Karl, close cousins Doris Hennel, Howard and Bill Muhlbach, other family and friends in a few short years. Sister in law Kathye Muhlbach took Dorothy on many road trips that she enjoyed very much. Dorothy moved to the Castor Lodge in 2009 as her health was failing. After a brief time in Castor’s Extended Care, in late September of 2010 she moved to Heritage House in Stettler where she lived until her passing. She was able to make several day trips to Jerry and Joanne’s Stettler home for special holidays and her 85th birthday. That day was overwhelming for her, as many Castor ladies along with close family members were there to Dorothy’s surprise. Mom especially loved music, and sang in the church choir with daughter-in-law Joanne for several years. She was listening to an old tune that her brother Clarence used to sing that was being played only minutes before her passing. Dorothy leaves behind her 3 children Doreen (Don) Muth of Edmonton, Jerry (Joanne) Wiechnik of Stettler and Jeanette Brennen (Earl Wiegard) of Courtenay, BC; 9 grandchildren and their spouses, 19 great grandchildren, brother Clarence (Irma) Muhlbach of Stettler as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends. Funeral services for the late Dorothy Wiechnik were held at the Knox United Church in Castor on Tuesday, December 31, 2013 at 1:00 P.M. with the Rev. Barbara Zimmerman officiating. As an expression of sympathy and in loving memory of Dorothy, memorial contributions may be made to the Knox United Church or to S.T.A.R.S. in care of Brennen Funeral Home and Cremation Services who have been entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements. 403.742.3315 Condolences can be forwarded to the family by visiting our website at www.brennenfuneralhome.com.
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Obituaries DAVIDSON (nee Chick) Edith Marie Aug. 30, 1926 - Jan. 2, 2014 Released from her broken body, Marie’s indomitable spirit slipped away peacefully on January 2, 2014 with her beloved Bobs (husband and son) at her side. Marie was the much-loved wife of Bob Davidson, superb mother of Bob, Gord and Kathleen Davidson, sister to Harold (Velma), Alan, Frank and Glenn Chick, auntie, cherished friend to so many, and a Registered Nurse. Marie is now joyously reunited with her beloved son Gord, who died in 1999; she has missed him every single day. Marie was also predeceased by her parents, sisters Margaret and Helen, and brother Charlie. Marie was born in Gadsby, Alberta to Edith and William Chick, the third of eight children. Not being one for farm life (she didn’t like the smell of cows nor having dirt on her hands), she enrolled in the Holy Cross School of Nursing in Calgary, graduating in 1950. Marie was always tremendously interested in people, had a quick and ever-curious mind, and she found her niche as a nurse, finishing her nursing career at Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver in 1984. She had a ready smile and great sense of humour; something that we will all miss. She loved food, recipes and cooking and liked nothing better than baking a coffee cake and having friends over for a chin-wag. Marie had style and grace, and always took care to dress fashionably. Marie epitomized fierce and steadfast love of her family and friends, and was an outstanding role-model of backbone, strength and refusing to give up. Although we will miss Marie’s wit and wisdom, we are comforted that she is pain-free at last and surrounded by Love. A memorial gathering will be held in Gadsby in the spring; further details to be announced. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation or a donation specifically directed to “Evergreen House 1N Staff Education” through the Lions Gate Hospital Foundation (231 East 15th Street, North Vancouver, BC, V7L 2L7), would honour Marie.
FISHER Mrs. L. Fern Fisher of Rimbey, Alberta passed away at the Wetaskiwin Hospital and Care Centre, Wetaskiwin on Sunday, December 22, 2013 at the age of 81 years. Fern will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her two sons, Bryan (Brenda) Gallaugher of Wetaskiwin; and Robert Gallaugher of Stettler; her two daughters, Dianna (Garry) Hammond of Alder Flats; and Mary (Jim) Walker of Calgary; one stepson, Jack (Debbie) Fisher; and three stepdaughters, Moira Gates, Myrna Nadworny, and Mary (Todd) Nelson; as well as numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will also be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by two brothers, Bob (Sue) Taylor of Winfield; and Ed (Wendy) Taylor of Wetaskiwin; and one sister, Judy (Gordon) Grinde of Wetaskiwin; in addition to many nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Fern was predeceased by her husband, Henry in 2008; one son, Elmer; two brothers, Billy and Gordon; and two sisters, Donna Kruse and Norma Lefferson. An Open House in Celebration of Fern’s Life was held at the Wetaskiwin Loyal Order of Moose Lodge No. 1559, 4915 49 Street, Wetaskiwin on Sunday, December 29, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. Cremation took place at the Central Alberta Crematorium, Red Deer. An Interment of Fern’s Cremated Remains will take place at a later date in the Forest Home Cemetery, Ponoka. If friends desire, memorial tributes in Fern’s Memory may be made directly to the CNIB, #4 - 5015 - 48 Street, Red Deer, Alberta T4N 1S9. Condolences to the Family may also be expressed by e-mail to: special_reflections@telusplanet.net Cremation Arrangements for the Late Mrs. L. Fern Fisher entrusted to the care of OBERHAMMER FUNERAL CHAPELS Rimbey, AB. 1-403-843-4445
POTTER It is with heavy hearts that we announce the loss of Marvin Dale Potter born on February 4, 1946 in Stettler, Alberta. He passed away peacefully on December 18, 2013 at the University of Alberta Hospital with his loving family by his side. He leaves behind, his wife Shelly Potter; his children: Darren (Amanda) P o t t e r, S h a n n o n ( S t e v e ) Diegel, Reanne (Nolan) Lattery; daughter in law Julie Martin; seven grandchildren: Kyla (Eric) Diegel, Sheldon (Keegan) Diegel, Austin Potter, Ashley Potter, Connor Potter, Jerius Hunt, Ryan Lattery and great granddaughter Layla Diegel; brothers Larry (Edna) Potter, Jim (Audrey) Potter and Dwayne Potter; numerous nieces, nephews and other loved ones. Marvin was predeceased by his parents Ned and Katie Potter, son Ryan Hunt and sister in law Diane Potter. Marvin will be greatly missed by his family, friends and loved ones. Funeral services were held on Friday, December 27, 2013 at 4:00 PM with Gerry Hunt officiating. Tributes were given by Larry Potter and Gerry Hunt as well Reanne Lattery presented a pictorial presentation. Family and friends gathered in the Heartland Reception Centre for a time of fellowship and a luncheon by Teresa’s Catering. Memorial donations may be made to Canadian Lung Transplant Association, Stettler Health Services or GoodHearts Foundation, c/o Stettler Funeral Home, Box 1780, Stettler, AB T0C 2L0. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.stettlerfuneralhome.com STETTLER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements. For further information please call 403-742-3422
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LINDSTROM (Green) Jean Iona Lindstrom (Green) was born on March 14, 1933 on the family farm near Donalda, Alberta, the middle child of Harry and Bessie Green. She passed away at the Stettler Acute Care Hospital on December 29, 2013 after a courageous b a t t l e w i t h c a n c e r. J e a n attended Grades 1 to 9 at Buena Vista School, Grade 10 in Stettler and completed her schooling in Meeting Creek. After graduating she worked at the Imperial Bank in Donalda. On June 11, 1953 Jean married the love of her life, Fred Lindstrom. While living in their first home in Meeting Creek their son Darrell Frederick was born in March 1954. Their daughter Brenda Jean was born in December 1956. Fred’s business took them to a variety of locations in the province before they eventually settled in Stettler in 1957. As well as being a homemaker, Jean was a vital part of Lindstrom Brothers Trucking, answering phones, making bookings and doing the bookkeeping. She was a charter member of the Stettler U.C.W. Unit #5 remaining actively involved until her health failed. Several generations of Rotarians enjoyed her pies. An accomplished seamstress, Jean enjoyed dancing, teaching Sunday School, bowling, golfing, walking, camping, traveling, working as a very successful Avon Lady and most importantly visiting. She also enjoyed and supported her children’s activities and later her grandchildren’s activities. Following the death of her husband she moved into the condo where she resided until her passing. While living there she continued her many friendships and made many new friends. Jean is survived by her children, Darrell (Sharon) Lindstrom of Edmonton and Brenda (Dave) Jickling of Cadogan; grandchildren Christopher and Carrie Jickling of Cadogan; sister Isabel Kerl of Stettler; sisters-in-law Vera Green, Louise Fiske, Fern Lindstrom, Eunice (Al) Coley and Janet (Ken) Ogston; brother-in-law Tore (Marilyn) Lindstrom; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Fred in 2002; father and mother Harry and Bessie Green; father-in-law and mother-in-law Seth and Ragnhild Lindstrom; brother Eddie Green; brothers-in-law George Kerl, Gust Lindstrom, Donald Lindstrom and Don Fiske. Funeral services were held at Stettler United Church on January 2, 2014 at 2:00 PM with Jan Richardson, minister of Stettler United Church officiating. Son in law Dave Jickling presented the Eulogy; while musician Elaine Hennel presented her gift of music for the hymns. Daughter in law Sharon Lindstrom read scriptures. Interment was held at Lake View Cemetery where she was laid to rest beside her husband Fred. Following the service family and friends gathered for a time of fellowship and a luncheon by the Stettler U.C.W., Jeans own Unit #5. Memorial donations may be made to Stettler Health Services Foundation, Alberta Cancer Foundation or a charity of your own choosing. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.stettlerfuneralhome.com. STETTLER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM entrusted wit the care and the funeral arrangements. 403-742-3422
COULTHARD Lorraine Sylvia 1942 - 2013 Mrs. Lorriane Sylvia Coulthard a much loved resident of Stettler, passed away following a courageous battle with cancer on Monday, December 23, 2013 at the age of 71 years. Lorraine was born in Calgary Alberta on April 13, 1942 to parents Bill and Hazel Park. She attended Bankview Elementary, Queen Elizabeth High, and then went on to earn a Medical Secretarial degree from Robertson College. She worked at the Calgary General Hospital and then the University of Calgary. Lorraine met Allen Coulthard and they were married in Calgary on August 3 1962. While living in Calgary Lorraine was very involved with her children. She participated with them in Brownies, Girl Guides, Beavers and also somehow found the time to teach Sunday School. In 1976, they moved to the farm near Endiang where the family spent so many happy times. Lorraine true to form, became very involved in the Endiang community. Here she taught piano and made so many lifelong friends. She always loved to play the piano, to teach the piano, knit, cake decorate and perform for the seniors in the community. When they moved to Stettler in 1984, Lorriane could not sit still! She dove in head first into the social scene her new community. She attended the Stettler United Church and was organist there since 1995, she was a member of the Heartland Belles, the Red Hat Ladies, the Happy Gang, the Royal Canadian Legion and helped out in so many other groups or committees who needed a hand. Lorraine was an outgoing and social person who enjoyed working with others and being an active member of the community. She loved spending time with her family and friends as her family was a very important part of her life. Lorraine leaves her loving children; Terri Simpson (Marty Brooker) of Endiang, Trevor Coulthard of Stettler and Robyn (Shawn) Foesier of Red Deer; grandchildren Mark Straub (Lianna Hung) and Tevin Straub all of Calgary; sisters Dianna (Russ) Fountain and Brenda (Dave) Park-Hansen all of Calgary. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and so very many dear friends. Lorraine was predeceased by her father Bill, her mother Hazel and by her beloved husband Allen. A memorial service to commemorate Lorraine’s life will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2014 at 2:00 P.M. with the Rev. Jan Richardson officiating. As an expression of sympathy and in loving memory of Lorrraine, memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flowers to the Stettler United Church or to a charity of your choice in care of Brennen Funeral Home and Cremation Services P.O. Box 193 Stettler, Alberta TOC 2LO who have been entrusted with the care and arrangements. 403.742.3315. Condolences can be forwarded to the family by visiting our website at www.brennenfuneralhome.com.