The CAMROSE BOOSTER, September 13, 2016 – Page 32
Isabel Rose Lang
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Helen Pauline Blawuciak April 7, 1931 ~ September 7, 2016 Helen was born in Camrose on April 7, 1931 to parents William and Pearl Sych. On July 28, 1951, she married John Blawuciak and lived on the family farm. Helen loved the farm where some days she had to be the mechanic or the vet. She loved all animals, especially cats and her dog Benji, and she loved hearing the hummingbirds and canaries sing. One could say that Helen had the delicate grace of a hummingbird which she truly loved to watch. She enjoyed the companionship of good friends and family, and always enjoyed a good game of cribbage. In October 2014, she moved to Camrose and lived there until her passing at Bethany Meadows on September 7, 2016. Helen is survived by her special daughter Wendy Blawuciak of Camrose; brothers George (Maxine) Sych of Hay Lakes and Ignace (Tillie) Sych of Hay Lakes; sister Evelyn (Orest) Eveneshen of Edmonton; brother-in-law John Poniewozik; and a host of relatives, friends and neighbours. Helen was predeceased by her husband John; parents William and Pearl Sych; and sister Jean Poniewozik. A Divine Liturgy was held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, September 12, 2016 from St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church with Rev. Paul Lysak and Rev. Mark Sych officiating. Interment has taken place in Valleyview Cemetery, Camrose. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to Bethany Meadows, or to the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.
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October 8, 1919 ~ August 7, 2016 Isabel was born on October 8, 1919, the first daughter for John and Amelia Noullett at Bawlf, Alberta. She passed away on August 7, 2016 at the age of 96 years. She grew up in the Bawlf area and lived with her family for some time at the Keystone Ranch. Isabel attended Oak Park School. On June 22, 1942, she married Leander Lang. They were married for 53 years. They first lived and worked in Camrose and in 1951, they bought farmland at Heisler. She worked so very hard alongside Leander milking cows, raising chickens, growing a huge beautiful garden, cooking meals, canning jars and jars of pickles, fruit and chicken. She made sure we had plenty to eat, along with a clean, warm home in which to grow up. Isabel’s perfect buns became known as Gramma Buns! She was active in the CWL for many years. She loved playing cards and often brought home the trophy from a card tournament. She was there to guide and encourage us in our activities, cheering for Gerry at ball games. Isabel always had good advice for Jane in her 4-H years. Isabel and Leander moved to Daysland in 1972 and she worked at Daysland Hospital from 1972 to 1984. They moved to Camrose in 1985. Leander passed away in 1995. She was the best Gramma to her treasured grandchildren Clint, Aimee, Shane, Desiree and Dillon. She loved them and they knew it! Her great-grandchildren Keston, Katie, Christian, Annabelle, Naomi, Alessio and Airik would come to visit her and her eyes would light up and she would smile and hold the babies. Along with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, she is survived by her son Gerry (Shirley); her daughter Jane; daughterin-law Helen; sister-in-law Angie; brother-in-law Gunner; and numerous nieces and nephews. Isabel was predeceased by her husband Leander; parents John and Amelia; special friend Joe; son-in-law George; brothers Joe, Jerry, Tony, Johnny, Leo and Ed; and sisters Margaret and Louise. Mass of Christian Burial was held on Friday, August 12, 2016 at St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church, Camrose, AB. Father Joseph Jacobson was Celebrant. Interment followed. Her family wishes to thank the wonderful caregivers at Willow Cottage, Bethany for the love, respect and time spent with Mom. Thank you to the CWL for the tasty lunch, to Father Joseph for making her service so truly special, along with the Keech choir – your music was beautiful. Thank you to Delores, Pat and Kevin for being with us along Mom’s journey. To each and every one of you who hugged us, brought us cards, sent beautiful flowers and shared your memories about time spent with Mom – thank you. Thanks to Tyler and Karen at Weber Funeral Home for giving the utmost care and attention to Mom and each of us. From the bottom of our hearts, we thank the CWL for standing in honor of Mom at her service, along with everyone who participated in a special way. Mom would have loved it and would have said, “What a nice day that was.”
Ronald Edward Strandquist Ronald Edward Strandquist of Camrose, Alberta was born in Galahad on February 22, 1967. He passed away in Camrose on September 4, 2016 at the age of 49 years. He is survived by his parents Jeff and Helen; brother David (Adrienne); one nephew; two nieces; and numerous family and friends. Ron attended school in Castor. As a student, he worked at Big Knife Park planting trees, clearing trails and building bridges. Ron held jobs at Forestburg, Drumheller and Hanna, where he drove a heavy hauler at Sheerness Mine. When he was a young lad on a fishing trip with his Dad and his brother along with Uncle Herb, Ron got bored and perhaps a bit sleepy, so he laid back with the hook skipping on the water until a huge jackfish grabbed it and nearly pulled the rod overboard! It was the biggest fish caught on this trip. Ron was a keen dirt bike rider and owned a couple. In later years, he loved to watch auto racing. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 10, 2016 at CityLights Church, Camrose with Pastor Clayton Milgate officiating. Cremation has taken place. Memorial donations may be made to the Schizophrenia Society.
David Jack David Jack of Camrose, Alberta was born on June 13, 1938 at Melancthon Township, Ontario. He passed away in Camrose on September 2, 2016 at the age of 78 years. He is survived by his son Lonni (Dianne) of Tofield; daughter Colleen Jack of Surrey, BC; stepsons Darren Fredrickson (Angela Vassberg) of Camrose, AB and Malcom Fredrickson of Camrose, AB; grandchildren Lonni and Dianne’s (Ian, Sammantha Jack and Monique Petram), Colleen’s (Jasmine Jack and Mathieu Bernard), Darren and Angela’s (Molly and Hayden Fredrickson); great-grandchildren Parker, Liam and Lincoln Jack (Ian and Pamela Jack), Trinnity Petram (Monique Petram), Olivia Mykytuk (Sammantha Jack and Chris Mykytuk); and numerous family and friends. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 24, 2016 at Solid Rock Lutheran Church, Camrose. Memorial donations may be made to the Boys and Girls Club of Camrose.
In loving memory of
Olive Kathleen Metcalfe September 25, 1935 ~ September 15, 2010 No one knows how much we miss you, No one knows the bitter pain We have suffered since we lost you, Life has never been the same. In our hearts, your memory lingers, Sweetly tender, fond and true, There is not a day, dear Olive, That we do not think of you. Dearly missed, Your loving husband Norton, Brian, Rick and families