The CAMROSE BOOSTER February 26, 2013
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Lloyd George Little November 10, 1920 – February 15, 2012
Louis John Golka Lou was born to John and Eleanor Golka on the homestead farm south of Viking on August 5, 1922. He passed away peacefully at St. Mary’s Hospital in Camrose on February 6, 2013. Lou often related the many lessons he learned from his parents as they found creative ways to survive the depression during his childhood and adolescence. Lou was an entrepreneur from the age of 22 when he and his brother, Alvin, started the Golka Gravel Company. He moved to Hardisty in 1944 to start a car dealership, and married Charlotte in 1955. His brother John eventually joined him, and together they ran Hardisty Motors and Anchor Bar Ranch. They retired from the car dealership in 1979. In addition, Lou opened Hi-Grade Feeders in 1969 and ran it until 1982. Lou was passionate about community development and was instrumental in building the hockey arena, curling rink and golf course. He was an active supporter of the Hardisty Stampeders hockey team and the Hardisty Stampede during the professional rodeo years. During his term as mayor of Hardisty from 1977 to 1980, he successfully campaigned for a new hospital and the railroad overpass. His “retirement” was spent actively involved in the horse racing business, fishing for pickerel and salmon whenever he could, enjoying the sunshine in Phoenix, Arizona, and “supervising” his son, Brian, with the running of the farm. He is survived by his wife Charlotte; their children: Luanne (Dwight) Nixon of Calgary, Brian (Eva) of Hardisty and Kevin (Judy Emms) of Surrey, BC; seven grandchildren: Jarrett (Nicole) Nixon, Chad (Laura) Nixon, Daniel (Adja) Nixon, Kristie (Joe) Foster, Anne (Travis) Veale, Kavanaugh Golka and Grayson Golka; five great-grandchildren; his brother Ernie of Edmonton; his brother John (Koreen) of Hardisty; and numerous nieces and nephews. Lou made many friends throughout his life and will be missed by them as well as by his family. Special thanks to Dr. Botha, Dr. Nichol and the nurses in palliative care at St. Mary’s Hospital for the good care they gave Lou while he was in the hospital. Thanks to everyone who sent cards, flowers and donations in Lou’s memory. – Charlotte and family
Ronald Alan Brimacombe It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald Alan Brimacombe of Bashaw, Alberta who passed away on Sunday, February 17, 2013 at the age of 72 years. Left to cherish his memory are his wife Carol; mother Mary Jean; children Alan (Gretel) Brimacombe of Calgary, Nancy (Amedeo) Cortese of Calgary and Peter (Katie) Brimacombe of Calgary; 11 grandchildren; brothers Neil (Linda), Ted (Pat) and Dan (Debi); sisters Judy (Ed) and Margaret (Dave); and sister-in-law Meg. Ron is also survived by Carol’s children Cathryn (Greg) Murray of Vancouver and Peter (Katie) Clarke of Burlington, Ontario; and their four children. Ronald was predeceased by his father Geoffrey; brother Keith; and one grandson Ryan. A Prayer Vigil was held at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, February 22, 2013 at Burgar Memorial Chapel, Camrose, AB. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 23, 2013 at Our Lady of the Prairies Roman Catholic Church, Daysland, Alberta with Rev. Leon Kler as celebrant. Interment followed in St. Elizabeth’s Cemetery, Rosalind, Alberta. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the Tom Baker Cancer Center, Memorial Monument Project c/o Village of Rosalind, or to the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.
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Lloyd was born on November 10, 1920 in Toronto, Ontario. He met and married the love of his life, Mary, on October 23, 1943. Lloyd was a long time resident of Barrie, ON where he enjoyed his work as a mechanic. In 1999 he and Mary made the decision to move out west to Alberta to be near their daughter and family. Since then, they made Camrose their home. Lloyd enjoyed the quiet life. Fishing, reading, visiting, travelling, camping and spending time with his family were some of his favorite things. Lloyd was soft spoken and always had a special smile and wink for his grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and great-greatgrandchildren. Lloyd is survived by his wife of 69 years, Mary; his daughter Marjorie Peter; his grandchildren Yvonne (Reg) Henderson and Dale (Jeanne) Peter; great-grandchildren Lindsay (Trevor), Travis (Amy), Shelbie, Andrea (Matt), Kari, Robin (Stephen), Ashley (Dave), Karla (Nick) and Bryce; great-greatgrandchildren Caleb, Ethan, Lucas, Addison and Eliana. He was predeceased by his parents Alfred and Amelia; sister Mildred; brothers Joseph, John and Henry; granddaughter and grandson-inlaw, Sheila and Dale Tien; great grandson Ryan Henderson; and sonin-law Ernie Peter. His wit and smile will be missed. A funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at Weber’s Mount Pleasant Chapel, Camrose, AB. Interment followed at Valleyview Cemetery, Camrose. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Camrose Food Bank. The family would like to thank all of the staff of the Louise Jensen Care Facility for the wonderful care they have given Lloyd throughout the years. Their kindness and generosity will never be forgotten. We’d also like to thank all of our family and friends for their kindness during this difficult time. Condolences may be made at www.weberfuneralhome.ca.
In loving memory of our Mom
Marabelle O’Riordan October 18, 1923 – March 1, 2000 Your memory is our keepsake With which we will never part God has you in His keeping We have you in our hearts Your loving children, Patsy, Terry, Danny, Barry, Maureen and Peggy
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October Lynne Fleming October Lynne Fleming of Camrose, formerly of Toronto, passed away on Monday, February 18, 2013 at the age of 28 years. Left to cherish her memory are her mother Alberta Fleming of Camrose; one brother Andrew Fleming of Camrose; grandmother Margaret Ward; and numerous relatives and friends. October was predeceased by her father John; and grandmother Margaret Fleming. A funeral service will be held on Friday, March 8, 2013 at 11:00 a.m., from Camrose United Church with Mary Ann Pastuck officiating. Cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to Camrose Food Bank or the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.
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who passed away on February 26, 2011 Well, Dad, it’s been two years now that you’ve been gone, And it really doesn’t seem that long. I have seen the signs that you have sent me, And I smile knowingly. I know now that you will always be by my side, And it fills me with so much pride. I think often of the talks we had, And I’m so proud that you were my Dad. Our father-daughter bond was so strong, It breaks my heart that you are gone. In times of despair, I think of you And wonder what you would do. You would say, “Get back up on that horse, There is no more time for remorse. Live your life the best you can, ’Cause you have made me a very proud man.” Love your daughter, Shauna ♥
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