Bakgaard: Evelyn May (nee Rieger)  1924 - 2003

Evelyn May Bakgaard passed away peacefully October 31, 2003, at Carewest Signal Pointe in Calgary, AB. Evelyn was born January 20, 1924, in Delia, AB to Christine and Thomas F. Rieger. During her high school years, Evelyn played ice hockey, softball and helped edit the Delia High School yearbook while competing academically with her twin sister Alice.  The twins graduated with honours from Delia High School in 1942.  This was followed with teacher's training at the Edmonton Normal School where they played varsity fastball.  They continued their training during the next few summers at both the U of A and U of Victoria. Evelyn and Alice taught at a number of rural one-room schools in Alberta and often shared the same teacherage. Evelyn's first teaching position was at Haven School near Beaverlodge, AB. This was followed by teaching positions at Redland Colony School, Majestic Lake School, Robson Lake School before moving to Calgary to teach at North Mount Pleasant School and at Haultain School where she taught Grade 1 from 1946 until 1957. Evelyn was very proud of her students and delighted in following their accomplishments. After 14 years of teaching, Evelyn retired to devote her life to her children and her parents. Evelyn was an avid researcher and learner and she loved baking, collecting recipes, reading, letter writing, vegetable and flower gardening, bicycling, playing softball, walking, skating, current events, art appreciation, cross-country skiing, traveling, hiking and dancing, as well as various volunteer activities. Evelyn will be intensely missed by her beloved children Stanley T. Bakgaard (Devra Rooney and Mia Maluchi of Portland, OR) and Wendy E. Bakgaard and her much loved son-in-law Timothy P. Blumenschein of Calgary. Evelyn will also be missed by her siblings:  Violette Baskerville in Victoria, B.C.; Bertha "Caroline" Fraser in Calgary, AB; W.C. "Bill" Rieger of Rockyford, AB; her identical twin Alice M. Douglas in Drumheller, AB; Louise Smith in Preston, ON; and cousins in Germany and England, as well as numerous nieces and nephews and friends. Evelyn was predeceased by her sister Marguerite Dare; her brothers Thomas F. Rieger II and Henry J. Rieger, and her nephew William J. Douglas. Evelyn's family extends their sincere gratitude to the wonderfully caring staff and volunteers at Extendicare Cedars Villa and Carewest Signal Pointe for their tender loving care during Mom's last years. Thank you to Dr. Elizabeth Woolner and Dr. Beverly Taylor and their staff for their continued care and concern. Stan, Wendy and Tim thank all those who have been so supportive and caring to them over these years. In lieu of flowers, and to honour Evelyn's passion for learning, donations in Evelyn's memory may be made to The Alzheimer Society of Canada (for research) 20 Eglinton Avenue West Suite 1200, Toronto, Ontario M4R 1K8 (1-800-616-8816). A private memorial will be celebrated. Arrangements in care of  McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES,  Park Memorial Chapel,  5008 Elbow Drive S.W.  Telephone:  403-243-8200.

Elworthy: Vickey Frances

Vickey Frances Elworthy, beloved wife of Bob Elworthy of Bowden passed away at her residence on November 5, 2003 at the age of 47 years. Born at Lindsay, Ontario, Vickey developed a love of horses and the outdoors. Moving to Alberta with Bob in the fall in 1979, they were married in Bowden in 1984.  They lived in several communities in Central Alberta before moving back to Bowden. Besides her husband Bob, Vickey is survived by one daughter, Brooke Elworthy, Edberg, AB; mother Ruth Taylor, Fenelon Falls, ON; a sister Glenda, Sombra, ON.  Vickey was predeceased by her father Norman Taylor. Memorial services were held on Monday, November 10, 2003 at 2 p.m. from Mountain View Funeral Chapel, 5226 - 46 St., Olds, AB with interment at the Bowden Cemetery. Memorial tributes may be given to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada, Central Alberta Chapter, 4322 - 52 Ave., Red Deer, AB  T4N 4J9.  Mountain View Funeral Chapel, Olds were entrusted with arrangements.  403-556-3223.

Filkohazy: Julia  1917 - 2003

Julia Filkohazy of Bassano, beloved wife of the late Frank Filkohazy, passed away peacefully in Bassano on November 3, 2003 at the age of 86 years. Born in Hungary on March 19, 1917 Julia came to Canada with her family at the age of 13 and finished her schooling in East Coulee.  Julia and Frank were married on March 19, 1934 in Drumheller and resided in East Coulee.  They moved to Makepeace in 1950 and farmed until Julia retired to Bassano in 1974.  She was a member of the Knox Presbyterian Church, Willing Workers, Royal Purple and a Charter Member of the Bassano Drop-in Centre.  Julia loved her family, especially her grandchildren, gardening, playing cards at the Drop-in Centre and she loved to win.  She will be remembered for her cooking, baking and her willingness to help others. Julia was predeceased by her husband Frank on April 22, 1967, her parents and her five siblings.  She is survived by her loving family, daughter Marilyn Thew and her husband Melvin of Hussar; four sons, Frank Jr. of Calgary, Robert and his wife Arlene of Hussar, Ken and his wife Barb of Crossfield and Paul and his wife Janice of Bassano; ten grandchildren; seven great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, November 6 from Knox Presbyterian Church, Bassano  Rev. Bob Cruickshank officiated.  Honorary Pallbearers were Wendy-Ann Fenton, Melanie Thew and Carey Taubert.  Active Pallbearers were Glenn Thew, Brett Filkohazy, Clayton Filkohazy, Derrick Filkohazy, Jason Filkohazy, Trevor Filkohazy and Shawn Filkohazy.  Interment followed at Bassano Cemetery.  In memory of Julia, if friends desire, memorial tributes may be made to Bassano Cemetery Fund, Box 229, Bassano T0J 0B0. Arrangements in care of SMITH FUNERAL HOME.  Telephone 362-4636 or 1-866-362-4652.

Landon: Dylan Eugene  - Born November 5, 2003 - Died November 7, 2003

Some people only dream of angels, we held one in our arms.

Dylan is survived by his loving parents Dana and Rhonda Landon; his big sister Kearra; his grandparents Marvin and Twylia Menssa, Doug Gilroy and Darcy Landon and Karen Ohlhauser; his great-grandparents Dwight and Carol Landon, Martha Ziegler, and George and Helen Gilroy.  He is also remembered by many aunts, uncles and cousins. We would like thank everyone that has kept us in their thoughts and prayers, and thank you to all the doctors and nurses that helped us so much.

Little Footprints
How very softly
you tiptoed into my world
Almost silently
only a moment you stayed
But what an imprint
your footprints have left
upon our hearts.

D. Ferguson

Funeral services will be held at Grace Community Church (across from Greentree School) on Thursday, November 13 at 2 p.m.  Interment to follow at Zion Cemetery.  Reception will be at Zion Church Hall.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Dylan Memorial, in care of Grace Community Church.

MacCrimmon: Maxwell J.  1919 - 2003

"Max brought out the best in everyone because Max gave  everyone his best."

Max's family will miss our Dad and Grandpa/Poppa. He passed away peacefully on Friday, November 7, 2003 at the Drumheller Regional Health Complex after what he said was a glorious and fulfilling life. He was the last member of the MacCrimmon family, homesteaders in Verdant Valley. Max was born there in 1919 and lived in Drumheller all his life with the exception of five years when he was serving with 3rd Division Field Park Ordinance (1941-46). Max worked for a short time at the coalmines and then Excelsior Motors for the next 35 years, retiring 1984. During retirement he enjoyed many motor-home trips with his brother Wally and sister-in-law Margaret. He was always ready to go, no matter where. His special weekend in later years was the Canmore Highland Games.  He was always there for his family and enjoyed watching his grandchildren experience life.  Max survived by his daughters Margaret (Lyle) Dowling of Calgary; Wendy (Murray) Rowledge of Erskine; grandchildren Ron (Nadine) Dowling and Donna Tuttle of Calgary, Rhiannon, Sarah and Cody Rowledge of Erskine and great granddaughter Taylor Dowling. Max will be missed by his special friend and companion Marj Sallows and her family, sister-in-law Margaret MacCrimmon; several nieces and nephews and a host of wonderful caring friends. A Memorial Service was held in Drumheller on Monday, November 10, 2003 at 2 p.m. from the Knox United Church. Family is requesting in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Drumheller Area Health Foundation or the Alberta Cancer Foundation. Courtney-Winter's Funeral Chapel entrusted with arrangements

Schmitz: Verlie Leona "Leona"  March 18, 1935 - October 13, 2003

It is with great sorrow and sadness for the family of Leona (nee Norman) Schmitz who left us during the early hours of October 13, 2003 at the age of 68.  Her passing came after the most courageous battle with cancer. Leona leaves to mourn her daughter Carol and husband Jay Trenaman of Fort McMurray; son Bruce Schmitz and wife Lorrie of Bon Accord; sister Marlene and husband Jim West of Sauble Beach, ON; brother Allen Norman and wife Lois of Calgary; grandchildren Tenille Trenaman and fiance Colin Hefferan, Jay D. Trenaman and Amber Larocque, Tracey Schmitz and Daron Ringdahl, Sarah Schmitz and Natasha Sawchuk; great grandchildren Kolby Schmitz-Ringdahl, Mackenzie Trenaman and special great grandchild, Allyson Power.  Leona also leaves to mourn numerous neices, nephews, cousins and aunts.  To know Leona was to love her as she leaves many memories to all her dear friends.  Leona was predeceased by her husband Scotty, parents Svea and Hjlmar Norman, mother-in-law Jessie Schmitz, sister-in-law Patricia and husband Ted Hutchison, also her dear aunt and uncle, Ted and Norma Oberg. A memorial service will be held at the Burgar Memorial Chapel (4817 - 51 Avenue, Camrose) on Saturday, November 22, 2003 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Brian Hunter from St. Mary's Hospital Pastoral Care officiating.  Inurnment will take place in the Meeting Creek Cemetery.  Refreshments will follow in the Meeting Creek Community Centre. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation, The Redwater Health Care Centre Family Palliative Room, or to a charity of your choice. Burger Funeral Home Camrose in care of arrangements. (780) 672-2121.

Sharpe: (B.J.) William Joseph  1983 - 2003

It is with extreme sorrow the family of B.J. Sharpe announce his sudden passing on November 8, 2003. He will be sadly missed by his mother Jackie Buck of Edmonton and his father Douglas Sharpe of Nampa; grandparents Gordon and Clara Sharpe of Morrin and Lorne Sadler of Quinell, B.C.; special friend Sara; sister Amanda (James), Chelsie, Briann and Shantal; brothers Shawn, Joshua, Tyler and Dillon; and niece Alexis; and many aunts, uncles and numerous cousins. Cremation took place November 11, 2003.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the D.A.R.E. Program.

Miss Me, but Let Me Go
When I come to the end of the road
and the sun has set for me,
I want no tears or gloom-filled room.
Why cry for a soul set free?
Miss me a little - but not too long;
and not with head bowed low.
Remember, the love that we all
shared; miss me but let me go.
For this is a journey we all must take
and each must go alone.
It's all part of the Master's plan.
A step on the road to the Home.
When you are lonely and sick of heart,
see family and friends we know.
Take time to heal, tho' we must part.
Miss me, but let me go.