Axelsen: Eric  1928 - 2004

Eric Axelsen beloved husband of Jessie Axelsen of Drumheller, AIberta. passed away after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer on September 30, 2004. He farmed in the Dalum area for 50 years. He was the President of the Drumheller Co-op for 9 years, and an Alberta Wheatpool Delegate for 13 years. He served on many community and charitable boards, and was an active member of Masons and the Eastern Star. In retirement he enjoyed traveling, especially in the South, golfing, dancing, hunting, fishing and visiting his numerous friends and relatives. His parents Alfred and Julia Axelsen and 3 infant sisters predeceased him. Eric will be remembered by his wife Jessie and 4 daughters, Dianne (Robert) Fillman, Darlene MacIntyre, Marilyn (Paul) Nielsen, and Cheryl (Mario) Blasetti. 10 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Funeral Services were held Monday, October 4, 2004 at the Knox United Church in Drumheller at 2:00 P.M. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Alberta Cancer Society or to the Charity of your choice. Arrangements are entrusted to the Courtney Winter's Funeral Chapel 403- 823- 2666.

Bilinski: Alfred John "Bud"  1925 - 2004

Alfred John "Bud" Bilinski passed away on Tuesday, September 21st at the Penticton Regional Hospital. Lovingly remembered by his wife, Alberta Bilinski, daughter Sharyn (Mike-deceased), sons Garry (Sandy) and Brian (Ann) sister Frances (Earl); seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren as well as many relatives and friends. Alfred was born and raised in Drumheller, Alberta and served briefly in the Royal Canadian Air Force at the end of World War 2 and went on to a very successful career as a project manager for a large construction company in Calgary. He managed many large building projects throughout western Canada. He retired at the age of 53 and to fill his time moved to BC, purchased land and proceeded to build a new home for himself and Alberta and planted an orchard. For the next 16 years he ran his orchard and enjoyed his 'retirement'. August 5th, 2004 was the 60th anniversary of Alfred and Alberta's very successful marriage. Alfred was the Patriarch of his family and was accorded the respect he deserved by all who knew him. He loved music, played the violin and was an accomplished dancer. He had a very strong moral and work ethic that he passed on to his children and several nieces and nephews that looked to him for support throughout the years. First, last and always, he was a family man. A celebration of life was held on Friday October 1st, 2004 in Penticton. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Hansons' Arbor Funeral Chapels and Crematorium. Internment will take place in the Keremeos cemetery at a later date. Family and friends are encouraged to make a donation to a charity of their choice in lieu of flowers.

Court: Vernon (Barney) Carlyle  April 19, 1930 - September 23, 2004

Vernon (Barney) Carlyle Court passed away suddenly on September 23, 2004, at Swalwell, Alberta. He was born in Downie Township near Stratford, Ontario,  on April 19, 1930. Barney moved to Alberta in 1955 and worked for Consolidated Mines near DrumhelIer, and also worked on Dick and Olive Cosgrave¹s ranch for a while. He worked as an Elevator Agent for the Wheat Pools for many years. Later he went on to work for Badlands District No.7 as a Weed Inspector. He also worked for the Municipality of Drumheller until his retirement in 1995. Barney was a people person. He loved the West. but kept in close touch with his relatives in Ontario by numerous telephone calls and visits. His door was always open to friends who needed a place to stay or a meal. Barney had an especially soft spot in his heart for his nephew Ron Court and his family, of Penhold, Alberta, with whom he spent many enjoyable times. He leaves to mourn his loss 5 sisters, Eileen (Lloyd) Worris and Betty Morris, both of Stratford. Ontario; Cora Worris of Tillsonburg, Ontario; Dolores (Joseph) Contardi of Hamilton, Ontario; and Marjorie (Lloyd) Bodemer of Red Deer, Alberta; as well as one bother George (Bev) Court of Cooksville, Ontario and numerous nieces. nephews, friends and neighbours. Bamey was predeceased by his parents Daniel and Amanda and 4 brothers, Gerald. Clifford, Daniel and Robert; 2 sisters Shirley Harloff and Nora Bonnett, as well as 3 brothers-in-laws Amold Morris, Frank Worris and Harry Harloff. Services were held at the Swalwell Community Hall on Tuesday, September 28, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. Internment at Swalwell Cemetery. Funeral arrangements in care of Sunset Funeral Service, Linden, AB 403-546-3903.

Ludwig: Lawrence Stephen  1942 - 2004

Passed away peacefully at home on September 30, 2004 after a very courageous battle with cancer. He leaves to mourn his wife of 36 years Carol Ann, daughters Anita (Len), Nola (Hal) and Heather; his precious granddaughter Nadine and his faithful companion Sparky, his mother Bogdy, sister Beverly (Sylvan), nephew Lance, and niece Tara. He was predeceased by his father Peter and nephew Jason. He was born on January 27, 1942 and educated in the Drumheller Valley. After he graduated he went to SAIT and took heavy duty mechanics. His life revolved around school buses and later motor coaches, his pride and joy being the Dinosaur bus. He touched so many people in his travels across Canada and the United States and will be sadly missed by all who knew him. He was also a volunteer fireman for the Rosedale Fire department for over 20 years. At Lawrence¹s request no funeral service will be held. As an expression of sympathy, donations in memory of Lawrence may be made to STARS, Tom Baker Cancer Centre or Drumheller Regional Health Complex.

Nent: Marjorie Ellen 1943 - 2004

Marjorie Nent, beloved wife of James Goudy, passed away on Sunday, October 3, 2004 in Calgary at the age of 61 years. Besides her husband, Marjorie will be lovingly remembered by her daughter Lisa Mulder of Calgary, AB; son Jason Mulder of Tofino, BC; sister Edna (Orley) Killoran of Pincher Creek, AB; brothers Earl (Carol) Nent of Edmonton, AB and Culver Nent of Pincher Creek, AB; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Marjorie will also be missed by her many friends. A Celebration of Marjorie¹s life will be held at the Church of the Nazarene (627 - 6th Street E, Drumheller) on Friday, October 8, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. If friends so desire, donations in memory of Marjorie may be made to the Alberta Cancer Foundation (c/o The Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331-29th Street NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4N2). Arrangements entrusted to Leyden's Funeral Home, Reception Centre and Crematorium. (403) 228-4422.

Wolfson: Helen Isabella

Helen passed away peacefully at the Carewest Sarcee Care Centre in Calgary on Sunday, October 3, 2004 at the age of 86 years.  Predeceased by her husband Philip in 1999, she is survived by daughters, Doreen (Jim King) and Lorraine (Jan Groot); one son Ken (Rose) as well as seven grandchildren; six great grandchildren; one sister Jean Bennett and one brother Robert Sanderson.  Helen was born in Calgary and grew up in Nevis, AB later returning to Calgary where she met and married Phil. Together they farmed near Rumsey until 1966 at which time they moved back to Calgary to spend their remaining years.  Following a private graveside service in Queen's Park Cemetery, a Memorial Service will be held at Bow Valley Alliance Church, 12 Bowridge Drive NW Calgary on Wednesday, October 6 at 3:00 p.m. Special thanks to the staff on Unit 2 at Carewest Sarcee.  In lieu of flowers, if desired, donations may be made to The Parkinson's Society of Southern Alberta, 480D - 36th Avenue S.E. Calgary, Alberta T2G 1W4. HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES 'Heritage Funeral Home' Telephone 403-299-0100.