The CAMROSE BOOSTER April 30, 2013
Gunda “Grace” Manchester October 13, 1917 – April 24, 2013 Grace Manchester, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2013 at the age of 95 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Camrose, Alberta. Grace was born in Hughenden, Alberta on October 13, 1917. Grace married Maynard Manchester of Evesham, Saskatchewan and together they raised their three children Darlene, Gary and David. Great-Grandma Grace loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. She was always ready for a dance with any of the grandsons at any of the five weddings. She was an avid reader, loved her crossword puzzles and she took pride in beating her daughtersin-law at a game of Scrabble. Grace was active in her church and prayer group and enjoyed socializing with friends and neighbors. Her fondest memories are of the travelling she did with Maynard as his job took them to the southern USA, Hawaii, and Cuba (before the revolution). Also, Grace and Maynard took a trip of a lifetime when they travelled to Hallingdal, Norway in 1996 – both of her parents’ origins. Left to mourn her passing are her children Gary (Jane) Manchester of Sylvan Lake, and David (Marg) Manchester of Cochrane, and Darlene Manchester of Deep Cove, BC; six grandchildren; eight greatgrandchildren; one brother Lloyd Julson of Wetaskiwin; two sisters Lee Kleckner of Delta, BC and Joyce Kiddell of Camrose. Grace was predeceased by her husband Maynard; brother Joel Julson; and sister Anne Trenchard. A funeral service was held on Monday, April 29, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. from Bawlf Lutheran Church with Rev. Bill Harder officiating. Interment has taken place in the Bawlf Cemetery. Memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the Bawlf Cemetery Fund. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.
Camrose and Daysland was in care of the arrangements Phone 780-672-2121 “Dedicated service since 1906”
Elly Holmberg Mrs. Elly Holmberg of Camrose, Alberta passed away on Saturday, December 22, 2012 at the age of 85 years. Left to cherish her memory are her children Lois (Tom) Semmens of Camrose, David (Denise) Holmberg of Calgary, and Brian (Cheryl) Holmberg of Red Deer; five grandchildren; and eight greatgrandchildren. Elly was predeceased by her husband Bob; one brother Clarence; and three sisters Joy, Julia and Verna. As per the family’s request, a funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. from Messiah Lutheran Church with Pastor Ken Grambo officiating. Inurnment will take place in Valleyview Cemetery, Camrose. Memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to C.L.B.I., Hastings Lake Bible Camp, or the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.
Camrose and Daysland was in care of the arrangements Phone 780-672-2121 “Dedicated service since 1906”
Jocelyne Marie Demeuse Jocelyne Marie Demeuse of Edberg passed away Thursday, April 25, 2013 at the age of 68 years. Left to cherish her memory are her husband Daniel; son David; two grandchildren; and numerous brothers and sisters. Jocelyne was predeceased by her parents; one brother; and one sister. A Time of Visitation was held on Saturday, April 27, 2013 from Burgar Memorial Chapel . If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the Canadian Cancer Society. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.
In memory of
Bill (William) Scotvold 1938 – 1988 Sadly missed, forever loved and remembered by your family
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Peter Michael Stangowitz October 29, 1929 – April 19, 2013 Peter Michael Stangowitz passed away on April 18, 2013 at St. Mary’s Hospital at the age of 83 years. Peter was born on October 29, 1929 in Macklin, Saskatchewan to John and Julia Stangowitz. Peter married his first wife Dora Bell and they had four wonderful children together before they divorced. In 1968, Peter met his second wife Marion Burvill and her daughter. Peter and Marion had one child together, bringing Peter’s offspring total to six. For the majority of Peter’s career, he worked for Klug’s Sheet Metal in Camrose until he retired in 2005. Peter loved going camping, birdwatching, and taking in sports on TV, as well as watching his favorite hockey team, the Camrose Kodiaks, at the local arena. Peter was predeceased by his son Darcy; five brothers Paul, Pius, Joe, George and John; along with his two sisters Margaret and Ann. He is survived by his loving wife Marion; his children Susan (Bev) Chipchase of Calgary, Steven (Lorraine) of New Sarepta, Sandra (Gary) Edge of Glenevis, Trish (Devon) Eklund of Camrose, and Jean (Gary) Sinclair of Joffre; four sisters Josephine (Ray) Mackie, Doris Akerstrom, Loretta Reid and Rose George; 10 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. A funeral service was held on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. from Burgar Memorial Chapel with Rev. Ken Grambo officiating. Inurnment has taken place in Valleyview Cemetery, Camrose. If friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the Alberta Cancer Foundation. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.
Camrose and Daysland was in care of the arrangements Phone 780-672-2121 “Dedicated service since 1906”
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Mary Elizabeth Berry Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Berry of Camrose passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at the age of 85 years. Left to cherish her memory are her husband Maurice; her children Anne (Vince) Flynn of Camrose, Dean of Red Deer, Ross (Ron Roberts) of Toronto, Doug (Joyce) of Edmonton; four grandchildren Lindsay Flynn, Warren Berry, Michelle Flynn and Stewart Berry; and one brother Jack Wallis of Camrose. Mary was predeceased by two sons in infancy John Allen and David; parents John and Elizabeth; sister-in-law Louise Wallis. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 2, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. from Camrose United Church (4829-50 Street) with Rev. Brian Hunter officiating. Inurnment will take place in Daysland Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to St. Mary’s Hospital Palliative Care Unit.
Camrose and Daysland was in care of the arrangements Phone 780-672-2121 “Dedicated service since 1906”
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Clifford Raymond Lassesen Mr. Clifford Raymond Lassesen of Camrose passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at the age of 84 years. Left to cherish his memory are his children Susan (Ron) Fowler of Edberg, Beverly Lassesen of Red Deer, Barry (Sharon Wolf) of Duhamel, Lorne Perkin (Margaret Zak) of Ohaton, Leighton Perkin of Camrose; daughter-in-law Susan Perkin of Camrose; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; two greatgreat-grandchildren; and one sister Elda Olofson of Camrose. Cliff was predeceased by his wife Mary; son Lowell Perkin; three brothers Arnold, Palmer and Melvin; and two sisters Norma and Doris. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. from Camrose United Church with Rev. Alan Richards officiating. Interment will take place in Valleyview Cemetery, Camrose. If friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.
Camrose and Daysland was in care of the arrangements Phone 780-672-2121 “Dedicated service since 1906”
In memory of
Loveigh Jeglum May 22, 1922 – May 1, 2004 We think of you and speak of you often, Grandma, but today more than usual. Nine years have passed, but memories of you remain strong and vivid. You are only as far as God, and God is very near. Love Jay, Kim, Wendy and families