Hall: Gerry (Gerald) Russell Hall passed away suddenly on December 24, 2001 at his home in Drumheller, at the age of 49 years. He was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on August 3, 1952. He resided in Saskatchewan and worked in the railroad and mining industry until he moved to Alberta in 1981, residing in Drumheller in 1983 where he was employed in the trucking industry, and he continued his passion for the outdoors and hunting. Gerry is survived by his loving family: son, Donovan; daughter, Nikki; wife, Christine; son-in-law, Eric; two grandchildren, Shania and Darian; and his grandmother, Thea B. Thompson. He was predeceased by his parents Vernon and Patricia Hall. He will be lovingly remembered by all.

Sherman: William Earl Sherman was born on May 8, 1914 in Neepewa, Manitoba. He was the oldest son of Thomas Niles and Sarah Sherman. He was raised on a farm for most of his growing up years in Manitoba and Saskatchewan. When dad was in his 20Õs the World War II started and dad and his brothers enlisted. Dad served overseas in Sicily and Italy. While dad was overseas in Scotland he met his wife Helen Elizabeth Morrison. They were married in 1945 in Scotland. They had a son named John who died in infancy. Dad came back to Canada to settle down in the Gilbert Plains area. He became a conductor for CN Railway, He was employed with them for 18 years. After this he became a long distance trucker for Swan River The Pas Transfer. At this time they also moved to Kamsack where dad was active in the Legion. He was a trucker until his retirement. After retirement he and mom moved to Winnipeg. Mom died in 1982 and in 1983 dad met and married Winnifred Wareing. Dad and Winnie enjoyed about 10 years together, camping, shopping and travelling. They moved to Carbon, Alberta, where they lived until Winnie passed away. Dad moved into Sunshine Lodge in Drumheller, Alberta and stayed there until he moved to Edmonton to be closer to his son Earl and family. Dad started attending the Mennonite Church in Kamsack in his 60's. And he asked Jesus into his heart at this time. He could often be seen memorizing and reciting scriptures. While dad and Winnie lived in Carbon they attended Mount Olive Evangelical Free Church in Three Hills. Dad also loved and recited poetry and to the end of his life he would recite many different poems and scriptures. Dad loved all kinds of music and had lots of fun knitting afghans and mittens for his family. Dad was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Tom, Les, Bob; and sisters, Marion, Margaret; and infant son John. He leaves behind sons Allan (Lorraine), Earl (Patsi); daughter Lynn (John); and sister Mary. He also leaves seven grandchildren and spouses, two great grandchildren. He is also survived by Winnie's children. Funeral Services were held on Friday, December 28, 2001, at 11:00 a.m. in Three Hills at Mount Olive Evangelical Free Church with Pastor Tony Hanson officiating. Interment followed at the Three Hills Cemetery. Arrangements were in care of Courtney-Winter's Funeral Chapel. (403) 823-2666

Torgness: Alice Josephine Torgness, 89, passed away December 24, 2001, at the Drumheller Nursing Home. She was born May 19, 1912, to Olaf Andreas Moe (Stokmo) and Ellen Helene (Holgerson) of Norway on their homestead in the Morrin-Rowley area. In the early 90 years of Alice's life she worked in many occupations, starting out as a mother's helper for Hans Henningsmoen. After that she worked as a cook, waitress, maid and housecleaner. She was not afraid of work and was always busy, filling her time with crafts and other hobbies after she no longer needed to work as hard. After leaving home in her late teens, she lived in Calgary, Edmonton, Ottawa, and Kamloops, before moving to Burnaby in the late 1960Õs. It was there that she and her aunt Berit Holgerson bought a home where they lived for over 20 years. After her father's death in 1977 they moved to Ladner, B.C. to care for her mother in her later years. They continued to live in Ladner until Alice and Berit's failing health led them to move to the Sunshine Lodge in Drumheller six years ago to be closer to her two remaining brothers. Music was always an important part of Alice's life. She sang in opera, in musicals, at church, on the radio, at weddings, and other special occasions. She was part of a glee club and continued singing as long as she could. Alice went through life full of ideas and enthusiasm. Although the last few years were difficult as her health failed and she was no longer able to do as much, her positive attitude kept her from being bitter and her faith kept her from being afraid of what was to come. Alice is survived by her brother Oddie (Jennie) Moe of Morrin, sister Esther (Harry) Little of Kamloops, and many nieces and nephews. Alice was predeceased by her parents Olaf and Ellen (Holgerson) Moe of Morrin-Rowley area; brothers Bernard also of Morrin-Rowley area, Albert (Ruth) Moe of Drumheller, Bill (Lois) of Ladner, Clifford of Ladner; sister Dagny (Clarence) Meller of Kamloops; and sister-in-law Jennie (Oddie) Moe of Morrin. Funeral Services were held Thursday, December 27, 2001, at 2:00 P.M. at the Bethany Lutheran Church of Morrin, with Pastor Skip MacArthur officiating. Interment followed in the Morrin Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to Drumheller Area Health Foundation (P.O. Box 4500, Drumheller, Alberta, T0J 0Y0), or a charity of the donor's choice. Courtney-Winter's Funeral Chapel were in care of arrangements.

Walker: Annie (nee Formos) Walker, passed away at the Royal Jubilee Hospital December 20, 2001. Annie was bom in Lethbridge, Alberta, December 1917 and grew up in Drumheller, where she spent the early part of her life with family and friends, and then moved to Calgary in 1958. Predeceased by her husband George in 1991; and sister Katy Katanchuk of Lethbridge and brother George Formos of Calgary. She will be dearly missed by family, friends and those who knew her as a loving and caring person. She is survived by her daughter Doloros (Stephen) Hlasny of Victoria, BC; son David (Gale ) Walker of Surrey, England, formerly of Calgary, Alberta; grandchildren Bradley (Sue) Hlasny, Dawn (Bob) Frank and Mark Hlasny of Victoria, Angela (Geoff) Smith, Alana Walker of Calgary; great grandchildren Carl Frank, Lauren, Erin and Dana Hlasny, all of Victoria; and numerous relatives in Alberta. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Vancouver Island Kidney PatientÕs Association. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Special thanks to Dr. J. Antonson and Dr. Diana White and the doctors, nurses and staff at the Royal Jubilee and the staff at the Community Hemodialysis Clinic Hillside.