The CAMROSE BOOSTER, April 18, 2017 – Page 22
Karen Knievel Karen is survived by her husband of 55 years, Gerald; her children Joe Knievel (Marcy Newby), Doug Knievel, Bernie (Marilyn), Patty (Allan) Perreault, Mike Knievel, Kelly (Tracy) Knievel, Regina Knievel, Alan Knievel and Rick Knievel (Jenn Best); grandchildren Albert Perreault (Lacy Fidler), Shawn Knievel (Amanda Trimble), Matthew Perreault, Katie Perreault (Julien Prives), Carmen Knievel (Jacob Romaniuk), Branden Knievel, Chelsea Knievel, Ashley Mallett, Kirsten Knievel, Lexie Knievel, Riley Knievel, Jax Knievel and Danica Knievel; her siblings Don (Dorothy) Crough, Pat (Sue) Crough, MaryLou (Ray) Rouault and Rose Rita Crough; her in-laws Ann (Garf) Lindsey, Don (Angela) Knievel, Leo Knievel, Bob (Carol) Knievel, Ken (Barb) Knievel and Carol Knievel; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Joe and Annah Crough; in-laws Tony and Ena Knievel, Francis (Annette) Knievel, George (Phylis) Knievel, Mary Bates, Sylvester Knievel and Jan Knievel; siblings Wilf (Anne) Crough, Paul Crough and Emmett Crough; and one grandchild Kyle Knievel. Karen was born in Drumheller, AB. Her parents homesteaded in the Rockyford area. They moved to Edmonton in 1948 and lived behind Clark Park. She graduated from St. Joseph’s High School in 1957. She then attended Lindsey Thurber in Red Deer for one semester to upgrade. Karen also attended the University of Alberta for one year for her teaching certificate. Karen’s first job was at Pontmain School in Trochu, AB in 1959, where she taught grades four to six. She met Gerald soon after. They were married on July 8, 1961 in the big church in St. Albert, AB. They lived in a little house behind the Knievel family farm in Trochu, AB. They moved to Killam in the spring of 1964 where they waited for their house to arrive in the fall of 1964. Karen worked on and off until Rick started grade two. Then she worked in Sedgewick, teaching grade two and special education. Gerald and Karen farmed until 1976 and lived on the farm until they built a house in Killam in July 1993. They moved to Camrose the year Karen retired in 2003, and then moved to Wetaskiwin in April 2016. A vigil was held at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 16, 2017 at St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church in Camrose. A memorial Mass was held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, April 17, 2017 at St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church, Camrose. Cremation has taken place and inurnment will take place in the Killam Cemetery at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society or to the Alberta Cancer Foundation.
Hedwig “Hattie” Patzer April 19, 1924 ~ April 10, 2017 Hedwig (“Hattie”) Bussler was born on April 19, 1924 in Retunka, Poland to Julius and Helene Bussler. They immigrated to Germany in 1940. Hedwig and her family went through many difficult times during the Second World War which lasted from September 21, 1939 until May 8, 1945. Hedwig and Hermann Patzer formed a friendship and were engaged to be married, but their ways were parted by his service in the army. He was captured and placed in a Russian prisoner of war camp. They neither saw nor heard from each other for seven years. When he was finally released from prison in 1949, he found out that Hedwig was also still alive and so, in less than one year, they happily got married. They moved to Canada one year later where they both found jobs in Biggar, Saskatchewan. After hearing about sunny Alberta, they soon moved to Camrose and enjoyed living there to the ends of their lives. Both had many friends in and out of their church community. Hedwig, while living in Biggar, worked in the hospital laundry department, then at a dry-cleaning business, and as a seamstress. She never said “no” to helping other people. For many years, together with her husband, they cared for many less fortunate children in their home. Officially, they fostered over twenty children. She often was asked, “Why are you doing that?” Her answer was, “We learn from each other, and God is blessing us and the children.” Hedwig accepted Christ as her Saviour in her teen years and was baptized together with her husband in Camrose in the early ’60s. Hedwig is survived by her daughter Ruth (Chuck) Wagner; grandchildren Sarah (Danny) Johnson, Aaron and Rebecca; great-grandchildren Danny III and Lucas; as well as a host of adopted family and friends in Canada and Germany. She is predeceased by her husband Hermann. A Funeral Service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 19, 2017 from Camrose Church of God with Pastor Brian Krushel officiating. Interment will take place in Valleyview Cemetery, Camrose. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the Camrose Church of God – Nursery or to the Camrose Association for Community Living. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.
The family of
Vina Vanouck …would like to express their sincere gratitude to those who extended expressions of sympathy and gave charitable donations. Thanks to Dr. Slabbert, Home Care nurses, Lee Ann Kneeland, Linda Farnham and Janet McGeer. Special thanks to the staff at Pine Cottage for making Vina’s final years pleasant and comfortable. Thank you to Pastor Mary Ann Pastuck and special thanks to the Mennonites for their singing. Thanks to Derek Robertson, Bart Orr and the staff at Burgar Funeral Home for their compassion in assisting us in planning Vina’s service. In lieu of thank you cards, a donation has been made to the Camrose Women’s Shelter. Sincerely, the family of Vina Vanouck
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The family of
Louise Martha Loewen March 17, 1928 ~ April 7, 2017 Louise Loewen of Camrose, Alberta passed away on Friday, April 7, 2017 at the age of 89 years. Left to cherish her memory are her eight children and stepchildren. Louise was predeceased by her husband Frank Elder. No formal service will be held. A private family graveside service will take place in Wainwright at a later date. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome. com.
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In loving memory of
Allan “Butch” Germanick who passed away on April 19, 2016 There will always be a heartache And often a secret tear, But always precious memories Of days when you were here. We hold you close within our hearts, And there, you will remain, To walk with us throughout our lives, Until we meet again. Forever loved and sadly missed, Mom, Janice and Ted, Shelby, Amber, Brooklynn and Harper
Anna Rau
Nathan Rolf Sogge
…would like to extend our sincere thanks to so many who showed kindness at the passing of our mother. Thank you to everyone who sent flowers, cards, food, memorial donations, hugs and comforting words. A special thank you to Derek Robertson and the staff at Burgar Funeral Home. Thank you to Father Christian Nwaigwe for officiating the mass and to everyone who took part in the service. A special thank you to all the pallbearers. Thank you to Audrey Hoynick for the beautiful songs and to the CWL ladies for the delicious lunch. Thank you to all the friends and relatives who attended the funeral. In lieu of thank you cards, a donation will be made to Providence Place.
1954 ~ 2017 Nathan’s Alberta family sadly share the news of his passing on March 25, 2017 at his home in Port Alberni, BC. A family graveside memorial service will be held at a later date.
In loving memory of
Henry Graham
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who passed away on April 21, 1997 Quietly remembered every day, Sadly missed along life’s way. No longer in our lives to share, But in our hearts, you’re always there. Ever remembered and sadly missed by your loving family