The CAMROSE BOOSTER, January 12, 2016 – Page 24
Doris Helen Foss
CAMROSE AND DAYSLAND Kathleen Ann Throndson November 12, 1932 January 6, 2016
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Laura Olsen Laura Margaret Olsen of Camrose, AB passed away on January 5, 2016 at the age of 91 years. Left to cherish her memory are her two sons Randy of Camrose and Darcy (Kris) of Gull Lake; two grandsons Rob (Colleen) of Leduc and Mike (Brittany) of Strathmore; two granddaughters Kari Holden of Gull Lake and Nicole (Tony) Schirok of Calgary; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous family and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Clarence; sister Leona Eggenburger; and three brothers Lloyd, Ira and Arnold Smith. Laura Smith was born on January 18, 1924 on the family farm southwest of New Norway. As a young women, she worked at the General Store in New Norway until marrying Clarence Olsen on October 12, 1948. They lived on the family farm six miles west of Ferintosh, working hand in hand and side by side. It was a life of hard work and ups and downs. There was a partnership made strong by love’s determination. She worked hard but always had time for her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and a host of other family and friends. She enjoyed gardening, canning and baking. She always made sure anyone who stopped by was welcomed and well fed. Laura had a special love for her community and was always ready to lend a helping hand. She belonged to many organizations that helped and served the community. She also was an avid curler, playing for many years on a local ladies’ team. She and Clarence retired and moved to Camrose in 1987. There she continued to garden, bake and warmly welcome family and friends. Her door was always open. Her final months were spent at Bethany Meadows in Camrose, where she was cared for with love and compassion. Our sincere gratitude goes to the staff at Spruce Cottage. A memorial service took place at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at Weber’s Mount Pleasant Chapel in Camrose with Rev. Bill Harder officiating. Interment has taken place at Central Valley Cemetery, Ferintosh. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Kathleen (Kay) Throndson of Camrose, AB passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at the age of 83 years. Left to cherish her memory are her daughter Bev Throndson of Leduc; son Steve Throndson of Edmonton; granddaughter Sarah (Jay) Schultz of Standard, AB; grandson Ben (Jess) Burrell of Beaumont, AB; greatgrandchildren Braden and Ethan Schultz, and Abigail and Hank Burrell; brothers Don and Ken Rasmussen; sister Viola Throndson; and numerous nieces and nephews. Kathleen was predeceased by her husband Wilbur; parents Robert and Violet Rasmussen; brothers Adair and Gordon Rasmussen; sister Gladys Osness; and son-in-law Tim Burrell. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. from Messiah Lutheran Church with Bev Swanson officiating. Inurnment will take place at Valleyview Cemetery, Camrose at a later date. The family would like to express their sincere thanks to the staff at Juniper Lodge, in the Louise Jensen Center, for their kind, loving and compassionate care over the past four years. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation, 10985-124 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5M 0H9. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.
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February 26, 1922 - January 4, 2016 Doris Helen Foss of Camrose, AB passed away on the morning of January 4, 2016 at the age of 93. Doris was born on February 26, 1922 to Mable and Charles Fergstad of Round Hill, AB. Her growing up years were shared with her older siblings Marie and Charlie on a farm just outside of Round Hill. Doris was very athletic, qualifying for Track and Field Provincials in Calgary, AB at age 17. She was an avid ball player. Baseball and hockey were her favourite TV shows in later years. In 1942, Doris married Casper Foss, also of Round Hill. Casper was in the Air Force at the time, so the next three years found them moving a great deal. In 1944, they had their first child Richard (Dick), in 1947, Linda and in 1951, Avis. After the war, they returned to Round Hill and in 1950, moved to Camrose where they lived until 1963 when they moved to a farm two miles south of Camrose. After Casper’s passing, Doris moved back to Camrose. Doris loved sewing, crafts, gardening and games of all kinds – especially cards. She was also a very talented cake decorator and in later years, took a course and became even more amazing at her hobby, from which all her family and friends benefited. She was a much-loved wife, wonderful mother and adored grandmother, and her humour and good nature will be remembered by all who knew her. Doris was predeceased by her husband Casper; her son Dick; grandson Craig; great-grandson Joshua; sister Marie; and brother Charlie. She leaves to mourn her daughters Linda (Rick) and Avis (John); daughter-in-law Diana; eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and extended family and friends. The family would like to thank Pine Cottage staff and nurses for their wonderful care, and an especially warm thank you to Mom’s caregiver, Connie Christiansen – “her fourth daughter”. A Celebration of Life will be held in the Spring. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the Alberta Cancer Foundation or the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.
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In loving memory of
Alex Staldeker April 9, 1928 – January 12, 2015 One year has passed Since God called you away, But still we miss you Each and every day. What we wouldn’t give To take one more walk, Or just quietly sit And have one more talk. We miss you, Dad, And always will, For though you’ve gone, We love and miss you still. – Loving wife Joyce and families
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