The CAMROSE BOOSTER June 19, 2012
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Dallas Edward Simons Dallas Edward Simons was born on March 16, 1986 in Daysland, AB. We remember Dr. McKinnon telling us by the heartbeat and her gut feeling we were having a girl, then we heard her say, “Oh my goodness, it’s a BOY!” Well, we were thrilled and had picked out the name Dallas months ahead of time after meeting our babysitter Dallas. Ryan called him Baby Dallas when I was carrying him. Dallas was an excellent baby, content and only crying when he needed to be fed or his diaper changed. He never cried to be cuddled, because he knew no one could keep their hands off him – he was so happy and cuddly. He quickly picked up the nicknames Dal, D and, later in life, Dallie. Even as he got older, we could have a house full of kids and Dallas would all of a sudden disappear. He would go climb into his bed and be fast asleep. He was always one who needed his sleep. He took all of his schooling, from playschool to Grade 12, in Sedgewick. He never really liked school other than to socialize. He was even known to use our typewriter to change a few of the marks on his report card, but it didn’t type the same – I’ll give him an “A+” for effort! In Grade 10, he had the opportunity to go to Minnesota with Ryan to help with a mechanic job, but after a month of being on the road with Ryan, he was ready to go back to school to get caught up on socializing. His first jobs were working at Watkins Diesel, KalTire and Cross Country Sales, then he went on to get his first year of autobody while working at Killam Autobody. As his life went on, he tried many different things – maintenance on trucks, carpentry and oil rigs, but decided he wanted to be at home more, so his last job was siding houses. He got into racing motocross at the young age of seven which took us all over Alberta, Saskatchewan and British Columbia, where he met all kinds of new friends. We quickly found out how competitive he was as he grew and went through the different classes. He won a trophy at just about every race. Whether it was first or third, he was always excited and thinking of his next race and how he could practice at the track at home or in Kinsella to be faster. Then Ryan got an idea to get into snowcross and, of course, Dallas and Mikel were right behind. Dallas wanted to do whatever Ryan did. And, as a family, we loved to snowmobile, so it sounded like a great idea. Off we were to the snowcross races that took us all over Alberta, Saskatchewan and into the United States. We met a lot of wonderful people, and Dallas found a lot of new friends. He was a very competitive rider and would push the limits at every race. Dallas loved his brothers, Ryan and Mikel, and was always there to help when they got hurt, building forts, playing in the sandbox, building a go-cart, working on a bike, a snowmobile or fixing vehicles. Dallas worked with our family’s company doing things from helping wash trucks and helping Dad with mechanical things to swamping on the picker trucks. Dallas loved to go fishing, quadding, snowboarding, camping, wakeboarding, kneeboarding, which we did as a family. He was fortunate enough to have friends who also loved to hunt, fish and spend time outdoors, which he did as much as possible. Lots of times we wouldn’t see or hear from Dallas for a few days, then there he was. The first thing he would do when he came was holler, “HELLO!” and head to the fridge looking for something to eat, always saying, “No, I’ll make it, Mom”, which was usually a sandwich that included a cheese slice and lots mayonnaise. On October 12, 2007, a handsome son Chase was born, and we saw a side of Dallas that we hadn’t seen before. Just like any father, he couldn’t have been more proud of his new son and worried about him all the time. Then on September 24, 2011, he married Kaley whom he loved very much and together they have a very handsome son Kestin, of whom he was very proud and protective. We are very lucky to have such wonderful memories of Dallas, but they will never replace the real person. As all parents, we worried about getting that phone call from a police officer telling you something has happened to one of your children, but I guess you never know. Dallas and Everett weren’t doing anything wrong, just an evening fishing trip, then a horrible accident. We truly believe they are HEROS! Neither one of them would have left the other, even if it cost them their lives. That’s just the kind of people they were. We will always love you and miss you, Dallas. Memorial donationss have been made in memory of Dallas to CASDDA (Canadian Search and Disaster Dogs Association), Camrose Fire Department and Rescue, and to trust funds at Battle River Credit Union and ATB that were set up for Chase and Kestin. We would like to say a heartfilled “THANK YOU!” to EVERYONE for their help, support, hugs, words of kindness, to restaurants, church groups, relatives, friends and strangers for all the food and beverages, and to the ladies who spent days organizing food and making sure there was hot coffee and food from early morning until late at night, to gas stations that donated gas and gift cards to those who brought their boats, argos, watercrafts, canoes, motorbikes and quads. Thank you to those who flew their planes over the lake searching, and all who searched on foot, time and time again, and to those who provided water, sewer services and porta potties, phone booster and an underwater camera. Thank you to family and friends who looked after Kestin and Chase and our yard and animals. Camrose Fire Department/Rescue put in long hours and never stopped looking or offering to help in any way. Thank you to the RCMP and the search and rescue helicopter. Thanks to Bob and Brenda – a very special couple from Edmonton whom we had never met. They learned the boys were missing from the newspaper and drove out not once, but twice in a day to tell us about and help us to get in contact with CASDDA, an organization that helped them recover their son Jeremy two years ago. We are very overwhelmed with the kindness and generosity from all. It’s been a family’s worst nightmare, but we know in our hearts, we all tried everything to find Dallas and Everett. Thank you all so much! – Bill, Denise, Ryan, Mikel, Chase, Kaley and Kestin Simons
In loving memory of
Virginia (Vikse) Osness Yours was no ordinary life, but a life well lived and well loved And your memory offers comfort, with the enduring love we will keep alive in our hearts We will remember the happiest moments filled with joy, and find solace in the many ways you have touched so many lives. In every heart you touched, in every life you changed, in every thought you inspired, your love lives on. Your voice still echoes, your life still inspires, your light still shines … and always will. I am blessed to have been a part of your life. Love you and miss you, Mom, Grandma, Sister and Friend.
CAMROSE & DAYSLAND
Jeanne Mary Kroetsch Jeanne Mary Kroetsch was born to Valentine Poepping and Alma Steil on May 20, 1933 in Strome, Alberta. Her job as a waitress in the Heisler Café drew her to the attention of Delmond Kroetsch. They married July 3, 1951. This union was blessed with six children. They led a busy life with multiple endeavors including coal mining, farming, trucking, school buses, mail routes and caterpillar work. Jeanne was a very ambitious wife, supporting Del in his businesses while she cared for the children, drove one of the school buses, tended a wellkept garden, cooked and baked all kinds of wonderful food, and kept a spotless house and yard. Del and Jeanne began practicing retirement in 1976, and a few years later became fulltime Arizona snowbirds each winter until Del’s passing in 2001. Jeanne enjoyed baking, cooking, knitting, crocheting, bridge, golf and caring for her grandchildren. After the death of Del and her daughter Kathy, Jeanne began to experience symptoms of dementia which by 2008, resulted in her needing assisted living. The disease progressed rapidly until the time of her passing. She spent the past two-and-a-half years at Eastview where she received wonderful attentive care and was as happy as one could be under the circumstances. Jeanne was predeceased by her husband Del; an infant son David; one daughter Kathy; one grandson; her parents; and one brother Norbert. She leaves to mourn her passing four children Randy (Wendy), Ricky Lynn (Nolan) Hoyme, Michelle (Lyle) Albrecht and Pam (Kevin) Dancek; 12 grandchildren Chandra, Jason, D.J., Tyler, Kevin, Shaun, Jacquie, Patricia, Lucas, Joshua, Quinten and Kate; five greatgrandchildren Phillip, Delmond, Madison, Emma and Will; and numerous friends and relatives. “Nanny’s good times were becoming bad times, so it was time for her to say goodbye and go to a better place.” ~ Granddaughter Kate, Age 4 A Mass of the Resurrection was celebrated at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 19, 2012 from St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church (5010-48A Avenue, Camrose, AB) with Rev. Larry Pederson as celebrant. Memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the Stollery Children’s Hospital, Bethany Foundation Eastview Unit, Heisler Cemetary Fund, or the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences please visit www. burgarfuneralhome.com.
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In loving memory of
Lydia Haselwood who passed away on June 19, 2011 Since Heaven has become your home I sometimes feel I’m so alone, And though we now are far apart You hold a big piece of my heart. I never knew how much I’d grieve When it was time for you to leave, Or just how much my heart would ache From that one fragment you would take. God lets this tender hole remain Reminding me we’ll meet again, And one day all the pain will cease When He restores the missing piece. He’ll turn to joy my every tear, With thoughts of you I hold so dear, It will become my special way To treasure our Reunion Day. Love from your husband, Tom
In loving memory of
Lydia Haselwood who passed away on June 19, 2011 You’ll never forget your Mother’s face, the sound of her voice the gentleness of her touch… they let you know that you were loved. You’ll never forget the stories she told, the traditions she handed down… they let you know who you are. You’ll never forget the lessons she taught, the things she stood for… they are her gift and your legacy. You’ll never forget, and you’ll always know that you honor her every day in how you live and who you are. Lovingly remembered by Judy, Sharon and family
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