Calon: Mary Anne Theresa 1917-2003

Mary Anne Theresa Calon passed away on April 2, 2003 at the Drumheller Continuing Care facility.  Mary was predeceased by her mother Celestine Calon, father Edward Calon, brothers George Calon and Joseph Calon and brothers-in-law Don Milne and Ray Harvey.  She leaves to remember, her sisters, Anne Milne and Celestine Harvey, brothers Edward Calon (Elinor), Charles Calon, Frank Calon (Louise), Paul Calon (Barbara), sisters-in-law Marie Calon and Jean Calon as well as 29 nieces and nephews. Mary grew up on the family farm in the Verdant Valley area and never lost her love for the country life.  She left the farm to obtain a teaching degree and taught in many locations throughout the province and beyond.  She loved to travel and journeyed to many interesting and exotic destinations around the world.  Later, when Mary retired in 1977, she became one of Drumhellers' recognizable people about town.  She was an avid, determined walker who put on an incredible amount of miles throughout her lifetime.  As a brittle diabetic, there were many times that Mary required the assistance of others.  The family would like to take this opportunity to thank all those "Drumheller Angels" who were always there in her time of need.  Your unfailing care and compassion were proof to Mary that you were indeed heaven sent each and every time she was in need.  Mary remained true to her faith and close to her God until the very end.  She will be remembered for her devotion to her religion as well as her great love for her family and friends. It was a privilege to witness Mary gracefully accept the diminishing conditions of her life and glide effortlessly to a higher level of grace.  If people so desire, donations may be made in her memory to the Canadian Diabetes Society (15 Toronto Street #800 Toronto, ON M5C 2E3.  Funeral Services were held Monday, April 7, 2003 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church.  Courtney-Winter's Funeral Chapel entrusted with the arrangements.

Kaiser: Herbert - October 22, 1929  April 6, 2003

Herb Kaiser, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather was called home after a brief illness in the Tom Baker Cancer Clinic. Herbert is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Mary; and children, Garry (Linda) Kaiser of Houston, Texas; Dale (Sharon) Kaiser of Calgary; Kathie (Jurgen) Schempp; Randy (Wendy) Kaiser; Marie (Larry) Faye; all of Hussar; twelve grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother Albert (Rita) Kaiser of Hussar and sisters Martha Schrenk of Lind, Washington; Rose Mallar of Calgary and Margaret Simpson of Port Coquitlam, British Columbia; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Herb was a past member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, the Drumheller B.P.O.E. and served for many years on the County of Wheatland Service Board.Herb farmed in the Hussar community for most of his life and was a faithful and active member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church and Sundowners Senior Center in Hussar. He contributed many years as a 4-H leader and was respected and well-known for his involvement in many community activities. Many thanks to Dr. Lombard and staff of Drumheller Hospital and also to Dr. Hao and all the staff on Unit 47 of the Tom Baker Cancer Clinic for their care and compassion given to Herb and his family. Relatives and friends are invited to join the family for visitation at Mountain View Funeral Home on Thursday, April 10, 2003 at 9:30 a.m. with interment to follow at 10:00 a.m. at Mountain View Memorial Gardens. Tributes and prayers will be held at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Hussar, Alberta, Thursday, April 10, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Herb requested that donations be made to Our Savior's Lutheran Church,  Hussar, Alberta, T0J 1S0; or to World Vision, Box 2500, Stn. Streetsville, Mississauga, Ontario, L5M 2H2. Arrangements entrusted to Moutain View Funeral Home and Cemetery, 17 Avenue SE at Garden Road, (1.5 km east of 84th Street SE ) Telephone (403) 272 - 5555.

Schweer: Bernard August (Ben)  July 26, 1937 - April 4, 2003

Ben Schweer of Drumheller passed away at the Drumheller Hospital after a courageous battle with leukemia. Ben is survived by his loving wife Evelyn, brother Carl of Peterborough ON, John of Rimbey, George (Laurie) of Dixonville, sisters Ida (Howard) of Gleichan, Elsie (Larry), and Rose (Loyal) of Red Deer, numerous nieces and nephews and his many friends. Ben spent his childhood at Gleichan until settling in Drumheller. He was a reliable hard worker, always ready to lend a helping hand and will be missed by his many friends of Drumheller and area. Funeral Services will be held from Courtney-Winter?s Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, April 9, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Wayne McCrackin officiating. Interment to follow at the Drumheller cemetery. Donations may be made to the Tom Baker Cancer Centre. Courtney-Winter's Funeral Chapel entrusted with the arrangements. (403) 823-2666.

Skytt: Oluf Conrad

Oluf Conrad Skytt, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2003 at the Drumheller Nursing Home.  Oluf was born on December 7, 1916 in Newall, Iowa and he was the first child of Hans and Marie Skytt.  In 1920 the family returned to Denmark and immigrated to Canada in 1924.  Oluf was raised in the Wintering Hills and attended Rabbit Lake School.  As a young man he worked on the farm during the growing season and logged in the Sundre area in the winter.  Oluf continued to farm with his father and brother Richard until 1980 when he retired to Drumheller.  Oluf was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing.  He was a loyal and generous friend and always had time for coffee and a game of cribbage. Oluf will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by his sisters Esther (Jes) Nielson and Ingaborg Derhousoff, sister-in-law Jeanne Skytt and numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and nephews and great-grand nieces and nephews.  Oluf was predeceased in death by his parent Hans and Marie, brothers Holgar and Richard and sister Elinor. Funeral Services will be held at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Dalum on Thursday, April 10 at 3:00 P.M.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to S.T.A.R.S. or War Amputees of Canada. Courtney-Winter's Funeral Chapel entrusted with the arrangements.

Smyth: Clara Irene (Lippert)  - December 2, 1922 - March 16, 2003

Clara Irene (Lippert) Smyth was born in Schuler, Alberta, December 2, 1922 and died of cancer on March 16, 2003 in the Hanna Hospital. Third in a family of four girls and two boys, most of her schooling was taken in Bassano. At the age of 14 she went to work in various homes as a hired girl. She met Ross Smyth while working in the Victor District and they were married on January 2, 1940. They have resided on the farm in the Craigmyle area all 63 years of their married lives. She is survived by her husband Ross Smyth, sons Bob (Eileen) and David (Bonnie); her daughters Wendy (Ron) Gobeil and Norah (Clark) Watts; her sisters, Ruth (John) Taylor and Lil Lewis; and brother Ben (Shirley) Lippert. She was predeceased by their son Bill in 1991; baby daughter in 1951; her parents, Bertha and Fred Lippert; a brother, Henry; a sister, Elsie and her mother-in-law; father-in-law; and brother-in-law. She leaves to mourn her 12 treasured grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews. Clara was actively involved in her home, her church and community for many years. She held offices for many years in the Victor Ladies Club, 4-H groups and the Craigmyle Church. She was known for her carpentry and fix-it skills in the community. She continued to make bread and cinnamon buns which she distributed generously until her 80th birthday. She was an avid reader and enjoyed music, sewing, making rugs, playing cards as well as entertaining family and friends. Funeral Services were held on Thursday, March 20, 2003 at 2 p.m. at the Craigmyle United Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hanna Hospital or the Tom Baker Cancer Center. Arrangements entrusted to Courtney-Winters Funeral Chapel.

Vockeroth: Danny Ross - February 24, 1980 -  April 5, 2003

Danny passed away suddenly on April 5, 2003 at the age of 23 years. Danny was born and raised in Drumheller. He attended Drumheller Composite High School and had a love for learning about mechanics. This led to his mechanical work in the oilpatch, working for Verdant Valley Oilfield, Grant's Oilfield and most recently Shadow Oilfield in Tilley, Alberta. Danny had a zest for life, and was always there for his family and friends. Danny will be sadly missed by his father Rick, mother Sandra and sister Mandy. He will also be missed by his grandmothers Grace Vockeroth and Yvonne Weatherbee (Glenn) and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and a circle of friends. Danny was predeceased by his grandfathers, Ron Noecker and Roy Vockeroth. A memorial service in honour of Danny's life will be held on Wednesday, April 9, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. at the Knox United Church. Lunch to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Alberta Shock Trauma All Rescue Service Foundation (STARS), 1441 Aviation Park N.E., Box 570, Calgary, AB. T2E 8M7. Personal Alternatives Funeral Services entrusted with arrangements.