Campbell, Elizabeth Anne 1925 - 2003

Elizabeth Anne Campbell, passed away suddenly in the Powell River General Hospital on January 30, 2003.  Elizabeth was predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Stanley Enos Campbell, in April 2002. Elizabeth will be deeply missed by her daughters Bonnie, Nora, Brenda as well as two grandchildren, Jason Stanley and Stacey Elizabeth.  Elizabeth is also survived by her sister Jeane Wood, twin brothers Deane and Donald Sharpe as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Elizabeth was the fifth of eight children born to Anna Eliza and Wilkie Ray Sharpe on her father's ranch, the White Star Ranch, in Munson, Alberta on February 1, 1925.  She spent the early years of her life on the family farm, attending the White Star schoolhouse, a one room school.  The family moved from the farm when Elizabeth was 13, to the town of Drumheller where Elizabeth completed her high school education.  It was here that Elizabeth greatly enjoyed playing back-catcher on the school softball team; her love for baseball remaining with her throughout her life.  It was also here at age 14, that she met Stanley Enos Campbell.  Stan and Elizabeth dated until Stan's discharge from the R.C.A.F. and they were married on February 18, 1945. Nurses training was Elizabeth's chosen path; her maternal grandmother, mother and eldest sister had all become nurses.  Elizabeth was, unfortunately, denied entrance to nursing school due to a congenital heart defect, and so she went to work in the Alberta Treasury Branch until she and Stan started their family. In 1953, Stan, Elizabeth and their three daughters moved to Calgary, Alberta. Elizabeth involved herself in the P.T.A., escorting her daughters to various lessons and helping Stan remodel their home.  An avid sport enthusiast, Elizabeth took up curling in the early 1970's, playing for the Glendale Ladies.  It was also about this time that she became involved with the Canadian Cancer Society's 'Reach to Recovery program', and for the next 11 years served as a rehabilitation counsellor and telephone convener. Following an enjoyable vacation with Elizabeth's sister Jeane and her husband Stan Wood on Texada Island, B.C. in July 1987, the couple made the decision to move to Gillies Bay in 1988.  Stan was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 1996 and for the last few years of Stan's life, Elizabeth was Stan's constant
caregiver.  Elizabeth loved the island life, gardening and was a member of the O.A.P.O and United Church Women's Group. A kind, wonderful, loving friends and mother, she will be greatly missed by
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Skibsted, Eric Thomas Merritt 1928 - 2003

Eric Skibsted, loving  husband of Norma, passed away peacefully at the Strathmore District Hospital on Wednesday, March 19, 2003, with family at this side. Eric leaves to mourn: his wife Norma (nee: Clark); his children, Ricky, David (Pia), Joanne (Roy), Karen (Perry), Mark (Sherri), Ken (Lori); his grandchildren, Kenny, Niki, Viki, Bryce, Sara, Derek, Tanis, TeddiAnn, EricaLynn, Nicklaus and Kai; his great-grandchildren, Rebecca, Victoria, Kyla and Megan. He is survived by: his brothers and sisters, Vern (Esther) Skibsted, Shirley Barr, Norma (Norm) Blair, Williard (Doris) Skibsted; his sister-in-law & brother-in-law Inger and Murray Rogerson; as well as many nieces and nephews. Eric was predeceased by: his parents Carl and Gladys; his brothers, Donald and Bob; his sister Grayce; nephew Gordon Barr; great-niece Jeanine Roppel; father-in-law and mother-in-law Floyd and Betty Clark; brothers-in-law, Rial Barr, and Raymond and Bruce Clark. Born in Drumheller on September 15, 1928, Eric enjoyed an adventurous l ife in the Rosebud area. The old cliche "where there's a will, there's a way" personified his character. Eric lived his life with enthusiasm and he died with no regrets. He strongly believed that learning "respect for other people" created the foundation of a good person. His characteristics of integrity and generosity were examples of this, and he will be sadly missed by all those whose lives he touched. His final days were marked with the courage and humour that were the trademarks of his life. A Memorial Service was held in the Chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 25, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. If friends so desire, a memorial tribute may be made in Eric's name directly to the Alberta Children's Hospital (1820 Richmond Road S.W. Calgary, Alberta T2T 5C7) or to the charity of one's choice. To e-mail expressions of sympathy: mtnview1@telusplanet.net subject heading: Eric Skibsted. Arrangements entrusted to MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME AND CEMETERY,17 Avenue SE at Garden Road, (1.5 km east of 84th Street  S.E. ). Telephone (403) 272 - 5555. 13p

Vogel, William

Mr. William Vogel passed away at the Drumheller Hospital on Sunday, March 23, 2003 at the age of 87 years. William and his wife Lillian farmed for 30 years in the Compeer area and retired to Drumheller in 1975.  William and Lillian spent their retirement years in the New Castle area and he was an active member in his community.  He was a great lover of music, playing the accordion for many years. William will be sadly missed by his wife Lillian of 56 years.  He is also survived by his daughters Judy (Del) Berry, Fay Jackson, Joyce (Clifford) Ulsanden, Joe (Pauline) Vogel, Jane Seely, Mary-Agnes Vogel and Bill Smith, as well as numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held from Courtney-Winter's Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, March 26, 2003 at 1:00 P.M. with Rev. Wayne McCrackin officiating. Donations may be made to S.T.A.R.S of the Drumheller District Health Services. Courtney-Winter's Funeral Chapel entrusted with the arrangements. 13c