Chamchuk: Nicholas Julian (Nick)

Born 22 November 1929, in Drumheller, Alberta. Died September 29, 2003 at the age of 73 years. Nick is survived and will be sadly missed by his four chIldren: Stephen J. (granddaughter, Amanda), Nicholas A. (and wife Karen) and Perry D., all of the City of Edmonton, daughter, Kelly Ann of Coquitlam, B.C. He was predeceased by his first wife and mother of the four children. Annette (Forsyth) on November 11, 1976.  Nick attended public and high school at East Coulee, where he returned to teach and became Principal. Moving to Three Hills to be a teacher and Vice-Principal in 1958, he went on to be a sessional instructor for one  year in Education at the University Of Alberta in 1963. He was then invited to join Alberta Education (now Learning) as a Superintendent of Schools, at large, in 1964 and then assigned to the County of St. Paul during the negotiations of the four authorities to establish the first Regional High School in Alberta. The family returned to Edmonton in 1969 to enable him to pursue a Ph.D. in Educational Administration and in 1971 he returned to work for Alberta Education in a variety of positions, the longest of which was Director of Communications from 1973 to 1979. Nick formally retired from Government service in 1984 and since then spent time travelling (to Nepal). He enjoyed many activities including Hunting, Fishing, Skiing, Gardening, Reading, Watching Sports, and volunteering with Ski Patrol,  Edmonton Community Mediation, Policy positions with the Alberta Liberal Party and with the Liberal Party of Canada in Alberta. He continued to reside at his home in Edmonton until his death, and was handicapped with the onset of Parkinson's Disease diagnosed in October, 2000. His personal request was for cremation arranged by Harmony Funeral Services and that there be no formal funeral ceremony. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions should be made to the Parkinson's Society of Alberta or charity of your choice.  The family would like to extend sincere appreciation to the Doctors. Nurses and staff at the Grey Nuns Hospital. Family and friends are invited to gather for a Celebration of Life on Saturday, October 4th, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.  at the Coast Terrace Inn, Edmonton South.

Graham: John 1912 - 2003

It is with great sorrow and sadness that the family of Mr. John Graham must announce his passing. John passed away peacefully at the Drumheller Hospital Thursday, September 25, 2003, surrounded by his loving family. John was born in Calgary February 28, 1912, to John and Isabella Graham, who had immigrated to Canada from Scotland in 1906 and 1908 respectfully.  They operated an 85 head dairy ranch in the Chestermere Lake District until 1915 when they sold their land and moved their dairy herd to Drumheller where they operated near the Drumheller Penitentiary.  In 1919, they sold their land and dairy and moved to East Coulee where they purchased land in the Wintering Hills District, south east of East Coulee, to resume ranching. John and his brother Bill built up the East Coulee Ranch to it's present size, adding an irrigated farm near Bassano to the operation to ensure a winter feed supply.  The ranch became known as Canada's largest pony ranch, supplying ponies to the coal mines and later for pony chuckwagon and chariot racing. John was one of Canada's last, true cowboys.  He was well respected by the ranching community as a true horseman, and his abilities at breaking horses were legendary.  In fact, it was often said that if John had pursued a rodeo career, he would have won it all.  This was not to be because for John, building up the ranch came first. John had a true love of life and all it had to offer and he had a true belief in the goodness of people.  He never lost faith in people and he never lost his innocence. John's home was always open, a coffee, a meal, or a bed always available and good conversation was assured.  He gave freely of his time and finances when asked, donating ponies for local raffles, hay rides for local functions (where he would purchase each child on his wagon a pop, because, well, it was hot out).  If fact, without his extensive support of the East Coulee School Restoration and Atlas Coal Mine Restoration, these projects would not have proceeded. The only thing John loved more than his ranch, and cattle and horses, was his family.  Raising a family later in life, John always said that he had been blessed to be able to see his family grow up, and to spend time with his precious grandchildren. John leaves to mourn his loving wife of 50 years, Yvonne; and his children, John Barry, Robin Byron (Helen), Darryl Duane (Louise), and Sandra Lori (Mark).  He also leaves his precious grandchildren Robin, Olivier, Mitchell, Christopher, Averie, and Auberon; and his special sister-in-law, Lola and her children, Shawna (Joe), Charlene (Don), Shane, and Troy (Nanette).  John's step grandchildren Oxana (Bill) and Jane, and step great grandson, Kevin will also miss him.  John also leaves to mourn his sisters, Kate, Margaret, and Ethel (Melvin); as well as numerous nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by his father John in 1944, his mother Bella in 1963, his sister May in 1988, and his brother Bill in 1990. A celebration of the very special life of John Graham will be held at the Knox United Church in Drumheller at 2 p.m., Wednesday, October 1.  A luncheon will follow at St. Anthony's Catholic Hall.  In keeping with John's love of socializing, a reception with live music and cash bar will be held at the Drumheller Inn following the luncheon.  All are welcome. John was the most loving husband, caring father, proud grandfather, kind brother, considerate brother-in-law, welcoming uncle and loyal friend that any of us could every have had. Good-bye Dad.  We love you, we miss you, we will never forget you.  We are privileged to have shared in your life and honored to have been with you when the Lord called.  We will cherish every moment we had with you.  Good-bye for now. 

Our great loss is
Heaven's wonderful gain.
Happy trails to you,
Until we meet again.

Lemal:  Henry F. 1925 - 2003

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Henry F. Lemal at age 78.  He passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on September 27, 2003. Born to Alphonse and Eugene Lemal on May 24, 1925 in Drumheller.  He is survived by his loving wife Agnes of 55 years.  He is also survived by his children, Wendy Richardson of Drumheller, Corinne (Bob) Pugh of Drumheller, Doug Lemal of Prince George, B.C., Al (Jacquie) Lemal of Munson, AB, Bev (Willie) Edwards of Maple Creek, SK, Tracey (Brian) Robinson of Drumheller; 17 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Louise (Adam) Craig, and Rita Redpath, both of British Columbia; nieces, nephews and many more relatives too numerous to mention.  Predeceased by his parents Alphonse and Eugene Lemal; 2 brothers, Arthur Lemal and Frank Lemal; 1 sister, Germaine Powell; and 1 son, Dale Lemal; 1 granddaughter, 1 grandson and 1 great granddaughter.  Henry took his schooling in Drumheller, he worked in numerous jobs throughout his life; mining, water hauling, egg grading station, mini golf range, then in later years owned and operated Newcastle Scrap Metal and Towing.  Henry's hobbies included horse back riding, fishing, gardening, drives in the country side and playing with grandchildren and great grandchildren that he loved dearly.  Henry will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.  The memorial service is to be held Thursday, October 2, 2003 at 11 a.m., Newcastle Hall.  Luncheon to follow at the Hall.  Private family graveside services at Sacree Butte Cemetery. Personal Alternative Funeral Services in care of arrangements.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to S.T.A.R.S. or Alberta Heart and Stroke Fund.

Dad (Henry Lemal)

Dad today God took you away and relieved your pain, He took you to a better place where there is only fun and happiness.  It does not relieve our pain because we lost you but now you are free from pain.  We will love and miss you forever until we meet again.  Love from your loving wife and kids who will miss you dearly, Agnes, Wendy, Corinne, Doug, Al, Bev, Tracey and families.

Manuliak: (Nee Patterson) Alma Blanche

It is with deep sadness that our family announces the sudden passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend on Wednesday, September 24, 2003 at the age of 67. Blanche was born on December 3, 1935 in Redland, Alberta. The daughter of the late, John and Mary (Desautels) Patterson. She was raised on a farm in Rosebud, Alberta along with her five siblings. She married Myron Manuliak on July 28, 1956 in Oakburn, Manitoba and they had five children. They raised them on a farm in Elphinstone, then moved on to the mining town of Thompson and later retired to Teulon until her passing. She is survived by her husband Myron; sons David (Joan), Ricky (Denise), daughters Marion (Darren), Janice; grandchildren, Catherine (Derek), Terry, Travis, Melissa, Jason, Jordan; sister Rose; brothers Frank (Irene), George (Faye), Joe (Betty), Jim (Marge); mother-in-law Mary; brothers-in-law Walter (Evangeline), Ron (Annette); sisters-in-law Pat (Brian), Darlene (Larry) and Muriel. Her father John, mother Mary, infant brother David and infant daughter Beverly predeceased her. The family would like to extend their sincere thanks and appreciation to the staff at the SICU, 7th floor Health Science Centre and a special thank you to Diane, David and Dena Pinuta for all they have done and the many other family members. Funeral Service was held on Monday, September 29 at 1:00 pm at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. with a lunch to follow. At the request of Blanche, cremation will take place and a memorial service will be held at a later date at Sts. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Cemetery, Seech, Manitoba. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Blanche's memory to Sts. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church, cemetery fund, c/o Pat Dziver, Elphinstone, Manitoba R0J 0N0  "In our hearts your memory is kept, to love, to cherish and never forget."

Rogers: Sylvia 1918 - 2003

Sylvia Rogers of Calgary, formerly of Acme, passed away peacefully at her daughter's home in Drumheller on September 26, 2003 after a lengthy battle with cancer.  We will always remember Sylvia as a warm hearted person who was loving, kind, generous and no one ever went away hungry in Sylvia's home. Sylvia was born in 1918 to Esther and Clarence Richardson at Carstairs, raised in the Crossfield area.  Married Albert (Bert) Rogers in 1941 and lived on the Rogers homestead in the Acme District for 30 plus years.  Survived by her children Ken (Joanne) Rogers of Yellowknife, Arlene (Peter) van der Heyden of Drumheller; grandchildren Tyra (Rick) Shimabuku, Tasha (John) Beck, Christy (Jeff) Muller, Danny Thompson, Tanjia (Jeff) Heyden-Kaye, Mike van der Heyden; and 6 great grandchildren.  Predeceased by husband Alberta (Bert) Rogers in 1990, Sylvia's parents and brother Earle.  Memorial service to be held in the Acme Memorial Hall Wednesday, October 1, 2003 at 2 p.m.  In lieu of flowers, donations made to Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331 - 29 Street N.W., Calgary, T2N 4N2.