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Cleta deRoon Murray April 4, 1915 – April 15, 2014 Cleta deRoon Murray of Camrose, Alberta passed away on April 15, 2014 at the age of 99 years. She was born April 4, 1915 in New Westminster, BC, the daughter of Peter North of Nottingham, England and Jessie Elizabeth Carruthers of Campbellford, Ontario. In 1920, Peter Thomas “Tom” North moved his family to the Cariboo. It is here where Cleta Alexander Campbell learned to ride horse, fish and enjoy the outdoors. Her love of music and dance were fostered by gatherings with family and friends. August 12, 1917 – In 1930, Jessie North, now widowed for eight years, moved the April 15, 2014 family to White Rock and Cleta continued and completed her Thomas Campbell was born education at Surrey High School in Cloverdale. on August 12, 1917 at Round In 1933 while at a local dance, Cleta met Adrian deRoon. The Hill on the Law Homestead. two were married on March 6, 1935. They lived and farmed in New As a young man, he hauled Norway, AB from 1935 to 1963. In 1963, Cleta and Adrian moved timbers for the mine, completed to Camrose, AB where they were actively involved with the United basic training for the war and Church of Camrose and volunteered for such organizations as operated a boring machine Meals on Wheels, Camrose Senior Center and Oldtimers’ Dances. drilling wells with his brothers. Cleta loved life and the companionship of family and friends. In 1941, he married Irene She was an adventurous traveler and hiker, and loved the many Olson and settled into farming sights and sounds of the outdoors. She also loved playing cards life which become a lifelong with friends and family. Her blue eyes, infectious smile and ease of pursuit. They had six children Marilyn (Ken), Bernice laughter will be remembered by all who knew and met her. Cleta is preceded in death by her first husband Adrian; siblings (Willis), Vernon (Dianne), Roy, Floyd, Lloyd and Mavis; and daughter-in-law Jean. She is Linda (Bryan), Dwayne (Linda) survived by her second husband Doug Murray; sons Ron (Sharon and Eldon (Sandra). and son Chad) and Robert (Corrin); grandchildren Kathy, Darren Tom was a charter member (Jayna), Brent (Kelley) and Terri (Andy); great-grandchildren of the Round Hill Elks. He Mathieu, Kaiden, Liam, Adrian, Sophia and Cooper; niece moved to Camrose in 1991 and Marion de Jongh; and nephews Leon and Marvin Zweegman. became a resident of Bethany A Funeral Service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, in 2003. April 19, 2014 from Camrose United Church with Rev. Brian Left to cherish his memory Hunter officiating. Interment has taken place in Valleyview are his children Marilyn (Ken) Cemetery, Camrose. Olson of Camrose, Bernice In lieu of flowers, donations to St Mary’s Hospital Palliative (Willis) Bolding of Bawlf, Care, the United Church of Camrose or a charity of your choice Vernon (Dianne) of Round would be gratefully accepted. To send condolences please visit Hill, Linda (Bryan) Simonson www.burgarfuneralhome.com. of Calgary, Dwayne (Linda) of Lacombe, and Eldon (Sandra) of Sherwood Park; 16 grandchildren; 22 greatCamrose and Daysland grandchildren; brothers Stewart was in care of the arrangements (Jeanne) of Round Hill, Lester Phone 780-672-2121 (Donna) of Edmonton; sisters “Dedicated service since 1906” Doreen Haugen of Camrose and Shirley Stensrud of Ryley. In loving memory of Tom was predeceased by his wife Irene; six brothers Albert, Jack Beesley Donald, Robert, George, November 18, 1941 – William, infant brother James; April 23, 2004 and one sister Margaret. Estate Planning Little did we know that morning • Wills He will be remembered for God was going to call your name. • Enduring Power of his love of the land, his love of In life, we loved you dearly, Attorney children and his great memory In death, we do the same. • Personal Directives and wit. It broke our hearts to lose you, A funeral service was Estate Administration But you did not go alone. • Legal services associated held on Monday, April 21, For part of us went with you, with probate of the will 2014 at 1:00 p.m. from Messiah The day God called you home. Lutheran Church (4810-50 You left us peaceful memories, Street, Camrose) with Pastor Your love is still our guide. David Eriksson officiating. And though we cannot see you, Inurnment has taken place in You are always by our side. 4918-51 Street, Camrose the Emil Bosmans Memorial Our family chain is broken Phone 780-672-8851 Garden, Round Hill. And nothing seems the same. Memorial contributions But as God calls us one by one, are gratefully accepted to The chain will link again. Emil Bosmans Memorial Love Elaine Gardens Round Hill, or to Kevin, Lisa, Colby, the charity of one’s choice. To Marshall and Carson send condolences, please visit Kelly, Jason and Jayce www.burgarfuneralhome.com. Karla, Scott, Blake and Reno and Toby
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Edward Boese November 20, 1924 – April 7, 2014 Edward Boese was born to Solomon and Margaret Reimer Boese on November 20, 1924. He departed peacefully, with family by his side, in St. Mary’s Hospital, Camrose, AB on April 7, 2014 at the age of 89 years. With the privilege of being born in the middle of a large family, Dad enjoyed his parents and each of his siblings on a personal basis. Dad gave his heart to the Lord as a teenager and was baptized, becoming a member of the Church of God in Christ Mennonite. Dad seemed to have a deep appreciation and understanding of the grace and mercy of God throughout his life. During World War II, Dad was granted CO status and served in the lumber camp at Seebe, AB. He was married to Margaret Megli on November 2, 1947 and nine children were born to this union. They started farming in the Kneehill district at Linden. Dad’s election to the ministry in 1951 caught him by surprise. Along with the blessings of commitment comes sacrifice. This acceptance of life’s circumstances and responsibilities was just the beginning of the life of example he lived. After buying a farm and moving to Edberg in 1959, He enjoyed the challenges of a young congregation. There were some hard times in farming those first few years, but Dad accepted the challenges and enjoyed the new location. He had a love and appreciation for the people in the community, children playing on the streets in the town, and everyone he met. Dad loved to spend time working, playing, and picking berries with us. Devotions with the family was a daily priority. His genuine love behooved the rest of us to follow his example. Until his dying day, he encouraged us to keep a lively hope. Each grandchild became a personal friend to Dad. He would often ask what they were doing, giving advice when necessary. He rejoiced when they chose to serve the Lord. Dad and Mom built a retirement home in 1993 and moved into Edberg. After 48 happy years of marriage, our mother passed away on June 11, 1996, leaving him very lonely. On Oct. 24, 1997 he was joined in marriage to Ruth Reimer. They shared 14 happy years together, taking pleasure in times spent with their extended families and their congregations. Mother Ruth passed away May 10, 2012, leaving him lonely again. Nearing the end of his days, Dad moved back to the very spot he was born. West View gave him a room overlooking the farm where he grew up and Dad enjoyed a sweet fellowship with friends of yesterday. Dad will be missed by his family, Maynard and Viola, Sexsmith, AB, Harold and Valerie, Edberg, AB, Irma and Pat Nichols, El Campo, TX, Fern and Eric Unruh, West Union, IA, Alice and John Boese, Elkton, VA, Gladys and Robert Smith, Walker, MO, Phyllis and James Penner, New Norway, AB, Eileen and Brent Haynes, Albertville, AL, Calvin and Cheryl, Spiritwood, SK; 39 grandchildren and 42 great-grandchildren. Mother Ruth’s children whom he claimed as his own: Joan Reimer, Crooked Creek, AB, Irene and Byron Loewen, Neilburg, SK, Marvin and Lola Reimer, Crooked Creek, AB, Nancy and Lynn Isaac, Westlock, AB, daughter-in-law Penny and Bill Toews, Silver Valley, AB; 19 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Also surviving are sister-in-law Esther Boese, Susanna and Ray Megli, Jake and Viola Boese, Verden Boese, Velma and Cornie Wiebe, and Bernice and Fred Esau. In-laws are Lydia Toews, Verda Toews, Irvin and Irma Megli, Ethel and Noah Toews, Orville and Helen Megli, Edith and Howard Reimer. Mother Ruth’s siblings are Peter and Helen Isaac, Helen Toews, Clifford and Roberta Isaac; sister-in-law Marje Isaac, Lillian and Roy Bronson; sister-in-law Norma Isaac, Margaret Toews, Mabel and Herb Esau and Irene Isaac. He was predeceased by his wife Margaret; wife Ruth; parents; four brothers; one sister; three sisters-in-law; four brothers-in-law; one stepson; and one great-granddaughter. Funeral services were held on Friday, April 11, 2014 at Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Edberg, AB with interment in Edberg Lakeview Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to condolences@sunsetltd.ca.
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