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FEBRUARY 8, 2017
Tributes MEMORIAM
WESLOSKY, Lucille March 11, 1930 - February 6, 2014 In loving memory of our dear Mother and Grandmother who passed away February 6, 2014. Your grandchildren are growing up now, Trying to do what would make you proud. It’s been three years now, But yet we still sit here in disbelief. This isn’t possible, it never happened, The woman who brought us into this world is gone forever. Why did you have to leave so soon? We still need you and we will never understand, There is no reason that will justify, But we know you are always in our hearts, And you are always watching over us. We love you Mom. You are truly missed. Love Gail and Bert, Dean and Lesa and Families.
HOOK, Winnie November 13, 1920 - February 9, 2009 In loving memory of our dear mother and grandmother, Winnie Hook. Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed, and very dear. Always a smile, instead of a frown, Always a hand, when one is down, Always true, thoughtful and kind, Wonderful memories she left behind. Softly the leaves of memory fall. Gently we gather, treasure them all, Some may forget now that you are gone, We will remember no matter how long. We miss you Mom, You were one of a kind. Always remembered and dearly missed, Albina, Daniel and Arthur Dianna, Mark, Nathaniel & Travis
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ALBERT WILLIAM CHARLES TIPPLE JUNE 4, 1935 – JANUARY 29, 2017
Nicole Anna Sarafinchan “Nini”
Albert passed away peacefully on January 29, 2017 at the age of 81 years. He was predeceased by his wife Patricia Frances Tipple in 2004 and his son David Winston Tipple in 1976. He leaves behind his wife, Patricia Brady; daughter, Teresia; son, Christian (Lorraine); grandson, Jimmy (Ashley); granddaughter, Tamara; great granddaughter, Zoey; great grandsons, Kallem and Tearsen and sister in law, Cecilia McGuinness. He fought a great battle and against all odds was with us longer than anyone anticipated. Thank You to all the wonderful staff at Haven Hill Nursing Home, Interior Health and Dr. James Robertson. A Celebration of Life was held place at the Sandman Inn Friday, February 3 from 2-4pm. Please join us in celebrating our Father. Condolences may be shared by visiting www.everdenrust.com Everden Rust Funeral Services Penticton, BC, 250-493-4112
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Nicole announces her passing at the age of 44, on February 2, 2017. Nicole was born in Lac La Biche, Alberta to Donald and Harriet Sarafinchan on January 3, 1973. Nicole attended school in LaCorey, Lac La Biche, Edson, Nojack, and graduated in 1991 from Vegreville Composite High School after settling with her family on the farm near Ranfurly. Shortly after graduation, she was diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Failure and would spend the next 24 years of her life living with various medical challenges. Despite these challenges, and with an immense enthusiasm for life and living it to the fullest, she set a high precedent on how life deserved to be lived. She enjoyed baking and canning with mom, and often fondly recollected memories from her days spent in Food Prep during High School. She worked along side Mom in various capacities over the years, more notably in the kitchen at Chico’s Drive-in and the Innisfree Cafe, and as the ‘Hot Lunch Lady’ of St.Martin’s Catholic School in Vegreville, where she loyally prepared and served meals to hundreds of school aged children over the years, always encouraging good manners and politeness. Nicole had a tremendous sense of belonging to the community, in particular Ranfurly and Vegreville. She enjoyed cooking for the Ranfurly Agricultural Society during the fair, and often reminisced of times gone by in the Ranfurly Museum. Nicole lived for and through her niece and nephews, Sarah and Cameron, and Carter. She loved spending time with the kids on the weekends, in particular at venues such as the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village, Fort Edmonton Park, or the lake. Nicole doted on Sarah, her only niece, always taking the time to discuss school, friends, and extracurricular activities. She enjoyed fishing with Cameron, and in particular appreciated the many fun times they had together at the lake. Nicole was Carter’s biggest hockey fan, and the arenas will be a bit quieter in her absence. Nicole cherished her niece and nephews tremendously, and her loss will leave a monumental void in their lives that will never be filled. She enjoyed spending time with her family playing cards, visiting, and touring the countryside for her usual Sunday Afternoon Drive. She was an avid outdoors person and loved flying in her dads airplane, fishing, and camping. One of her favourite springtime passions was taking the kids by quad in search of crocuses.
ALBRECHT, Phillip November 1, 1925 – February 1, 2017 On Wednesday, February 1, 2017, Phillip Albrecht of Two Hills, Alberta passed away at the age of 91 years. Phillip is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Ethel; three sons Wayne (Chris), Grant, and Dave (Tim); one daughter Sheila (Brian); grandchildren Loren, Michelle, Cory, Eric, Caelan, and Matthew; great-grandchildren Ashley, Elizabeth, Rebecca, Anastasia, Zachary, Maverick, Trinity, and Aurora; one brother Clifford (Dorothy); along with numerous relatives and friends. Phillip was predeceased by his parents Christian and Pauline Albrecht along with one sister Leona and one brother Alvin. A Celebration of Phillip’s Life will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Two Hills Senior Citizen’s Centre with Pastor Eva Biederman officiating. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Two Hills United Church Memorial Fund or to the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE, 780-603-5800
She was always eager to drop everything to help someone in need, whether it be moving machinery, volunteering with extra curricular activities, or baking cookies for her neighbors. She loved Harvest in particular, and her meals in the field will be missed tremendously. She was our family historian, always remembering birthdays and planning special events. Nicole was a beautiful person, and she made the lives of those around her immeasurably richer. She taught us tolerance, persistence, and patience. Nicole always gave more than she took, and the lives she impacted will forever have a noticeable void. Nicole was predeceased by her Paternal Grandparents, Steve and Olga Sarafinchan; Her Maternal Grandparents Jack and Ann Kulmatycki; and her Maternal Aunt Lillian Motiuk. She leaves behind her beloved Parents, Don and Harriet Sarafinchan of Ranfurly; her sister Andrea (Ken) Breitkreuz, and their children Cameron and Sarah, also of Ranfurly; and her sister Catherine (Curtis) Legan, and their son Carter of Vegreville; along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. We wish to thank the Doctors, Nurses, and Support Staff of St. Joseph’s, Grey Nuns, Royal Alexandra, and the University of Alberta hospitals, for the enduring compassion and kindness they administered to Nicole for 24 years of living with various medical challenges. More notably, we thank the ER staff and caregivers on unit 4G4 at the U of A where she spent her final hours in comfort. In particular, we offer great thanks to Dr. Sara Davison her nephrologist, who walked by Nicole’s side through the years, and who was with her at the bedside in her final moments. Further, we extend immense gratitude to the Dialysis staff at St. Joesph’s Hospital, where she spent more than 10,000 hours over the years receiving life-saving Dialysis. You made what could have been an uncomfortable and painful span bearable, and for that we are grateful. Thank you to the Emergency Medical Attendants Daniel, Kevin, Nathan and Brad from Vegreville Emergency Services who showed her empathy and tenderness in her moment of need. Lastly, thank you to the many acquaintances and friends who took the time to chat with her over the years, offer her a kind word, or provide her with encouragement when her burdens became too heavy to carry. Know that by gifting her even five minutes in random conversation, her spirits were lifted for the rest of the day. In respect of Nicole’s wishes, donations can be made to the following: University of Alberta Hospital Foundation - St. Joseph’s Dialysis Unit, 8440 112 street NW, Edmonton AB T6G 2B7; the Kidney Foundation of Canada at www.kidney.ca; or the charity of one’s choice. Nicole was also a staunch supporter of organ donation, and if she knew that her passing encouraged even one person to donate their organs upon death, she would be comforted. You are encouraged to visit www. cantransplant.ca for more information. A Funeral Service for Nicole will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2017 at 11 a.m. at the Ranfurly School, with Reverend Don Bodnar officiating with interment to follow in the Ranfurly Cemetery. To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE,780-603-5800
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SOKOLUK, Terry M. February 7, 1964 – February 3, 2017 With heavy hearts, the family announces the sudden passing of Terry on Friday, February 3, 2017. He is survived by his loving family, two sons Josh and Jarred; his mother Denise; two sisters Karen (Ian) Carter, Leta Shannon (David), brother John (Arlene); along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Terry was predeceased by his dad Oleh. Cremation has taken place and a private Memorial Mass will be held with inurnment to follow in the Riverside Cemetery Columbarium. Terry’s family wish to sincerely thank the doctors, nurses , nursing attendants, cafeteria and cleaning staff for all their care and compassion shown to Terry and our family. Donations would be gratefully accepted to the “St. Joseph’s General Hospital Foundation – Palliative Care Room.” To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE,780-603-5800
HODGINS, Neil William John January 7, 1937-February 3, 2017 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of a great husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and a great friend, Neil Hodgins of Lavoy. Predeceased by his son, Douglas; father, Henry; mother, Mary; sisters, Belva (Carl), Faye and Marina. Neil is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 60 years, Ethel; his children, Kim (Lindsay) Hines, John (Anita) Hodgins, Lee (Kelly) Hodgins, and Liz (Gord) McCulloch; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; sister, Daune (Mel); brothers-in-law, Hartley and Bert; also numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Memorial service Thursday, February 9, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at Park Memorial Chapel, 4814-50 Street, Vegreville. Reverend Carolyn Woodall officiating. In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to Haying in the 30’s or Akasu Palliative Care. Photos, memories and condolences may be shared through www.parkmemorial.com PARK MEMORIAL LTD. VEGREVILLE 780-632-2000 FAMILY OWNED FUNERAL HOME
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