Marshall: Arthur Thomas  1916 - 2005

The farming community of Delia lost one of its long time residents with the passing of Arthur Thomas Marshall at the age of 88 years. Art's influence in the community was evident as he operated Delia Farm Supplies for 59 years helping farmers with their equipment needs and providing mechanical services. His sense of responsibility to the community was always his prime concern ensuring farmers got the seed in the ground the cows fed and the crops in the bin. The wood stove and the kettle at the shop were always ready for coffee and conversation. He had a keen sense of right and wrong and was very outspoken in his beliefs. He was a man of his word and honest to a fault. Art attended school at Hillview and Georgetown until grade nine and then high school in Delia. He worked helping his dad on the farm and in the coalmine and later received his mechanics ticket in Calgary. In the later 30's, Art and Carl Albert purchased farm land south of Delia and farmed together until retirement. From 1940 to 1942 he was stationed in Hamilton, Ontario during World War II. His business career started when he purchased the operation Central Garage from Elza Long in 1945 taking over the John Deere Agency. He started and ran the UFA Bulk Fuel Agency in 1946 to 1959. Over the years he also sold Chrysler Products and Texaco Gas. In 1947 his brother Carl Albert joined in the business until Carl purchased his own farm outside of Delia. At that time the business name changed to A.T. Marshall Farm Implements. The business was incorporated to Delia Farms Supplies in 1965 and continued to grow. In 1969 he expanded to Hanna starting Hanna Farm Equipment, one of the only remaining service centers for the farming community. Art was born near Delia on the Homestead of his parents John and Jean
Marshall on April 14, 1916. He married Mary Ruth DeMott on October 23, 1948. After their marriage, Art began farming the Hudson¹s Bay Land near Michichi. Many happy hours were spent working the land with his favorite green machines. Their family consisted of six children and grew to include 12 grandchildren that he was very proud of. His interests later in life included visiting, coffee at Luke¹s, coffee at the Drum Co-op, playing crib with his grandchildren, watching baseball, doing whiz words, reading and keeping up with the ever changing practice of farming. Art was a devoted Catholic and a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus. Arthur Thomas Marshall of Delia passed away peacefully with his family by his side on January 16, 2005 at the Hanna Long Term Care Facility. He will be lovingly remembered by his children, Carol (Steve) Cooper, Bill (Jennifer), Amy (Stephen) and Allison Cooper; Tom (Helen) Marshall, Brett (Rhiannon), Jennifer (Pascal), Danny (Amber), and Taylor Marshall; Garett (Ronaye) Willington; Teresa (Gary) Gilson, Dennis, Kelsey and Lisa Gilson; Mary Ellen (Randy) Herzog, Ashley and Marcus Herzog; special aunt, Mrs. Francis Ambrogiano; his brothers Mike (Maude) and Carl (Florence) Marshall; sisters Anne McAuliffe, Mary Long, Edith Larson, Irene McKay, Kay Robertson, Lorraine (Ken) Cooney, Josie Roline, and Elsie Limpert; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife Mary Ruth in November 1980 and his daughter Anita in June 1957. He was also predeceased by his parents John and Jean Marshall and two sisters Violet and Jean. Prayer Vigil will be held Wednesday, January 19, 2005 at 7 p.m. from St. George's Roman Catholic Church (Hanna). Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, January 20, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. from St. George's Roman Catholic Church in Hanna. Donations may be made to Hanna Long Term Care for equipment purchases or St. George's Parish. Funeral Services in care of Courtney-Winter's Funeral Home, 854-2009.

Rempfer: Virgil Jack  1937 - 2005

Virgil Jack Rempfer passed away peacefully at home on January 8, 2005 after a long battle with COPD. Virgil is survived by: his wife Anne, and children; Katherine and John of Carbon, Alberta, sister Leona (Dave) Palmer of Edmonton, nieces; Cindy (David) Roy of Wetaskiwin, Teri (Jeff) Egert of Pickardville, Alberta, and numerous other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his father Emil in 1987, and his mother Freida in 2001. Virgil was born on March 13, 1937 on his parents farm west of Irricana, Alberta. He moved to Carbon in 1948 and has resided there since. Virgil worked in McArthur Coal Mine and was M.D. of Kneehill before starting farming full time, a passion that he held right up until his passing, when ill health prevented him from actively farming he continued to "supervise" the work. Virgil's hobbies included baseball and curling, and as Katherine and John became involved in activities, he enjoyed watching and encouraging them in hockey, volleyball, basketball, and 4-H. At Virgil's request, no funeral service will be held. A private  family Committal Service was conducted by Rev. Harold Hunter on Thursday, January 13, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. He was interred beside his beloved parents in Calgary. If so desired, a memorial donation may be made in Virgil's name directly to the Alberta Lung Association (P.O. Box 4500, Station South, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 6K2), the Kneehill Ambulance Society or a charity of one's choice.  Arrangements entrusted to MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME AND CEMETERY, 17 Avenue SE at Garden Road, (1.5 km east of 84th Street SE)  Telephone (403) 272 - 5555.

See: Gale

Gale See, aged 65 years, passed away on January 11, 2005 in Lethbridge, AB. He is survived by his loving wife Sylvia of Claresholm; three sons and their spouses, Peter and Eve of Barrhead, AB, Shaun and Treanne of Okotoks, AB, and Michael and Lisa of Calgary, AB. He is also survived by six grandchildren Eli, Taren, Melinda, Harly, Stephanie and Joel; sister Shannon Brennand of Drumheller, AB and her two sons David and Joshua; sister-in-law  Vera See and family of Red Deer, AB; sister-in-law Nancy See and family of Calgary, AB; nephew Antoni See in England; as well as numerous cousins and their families. He was predeceased by his mother and father George and Countiss See in 1982; three brothers Mervin in 1984, Earl in 1967 and Harold in 1999; grandson Tyrell See in 1991; and brother-in-law Bob Brennand in 1997.  As a C4 Quadriplegic with its many complications, Gale has fought a tremendous battle for the past 22 years. With the help of his outstanding caregivers, Gale was able to enjoy life right up until the last. Friends and family will miss Gale¹s heart, head and humor. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to the Canadian Paraplegic Association, #305, 11010 - 101 Street, Hys Centre, Edmonton, AB  T3H 4B9 or S.T.A.R.S., 1441 Aviation Park N.E., Box 570, Calgary, AB  T2E 8M7. Memorial service will be held at the Claresholm United Church on Friday, January 28, 2005 at 1 p.m. with Rev. Paul Rumbolt officiating. Arrangements entrusted to Leyden's Funeral Home, Claresholm. Tel. 625-3212    www.leydens.com

Sloan: Violet Margaret  1916 - 2005

Violet (Vi) Margaret Sloan, 88, of Delia, Alberta, passed away on January 11, 2005 at the Drumheller Hospital after a sudden heart attack. Vi was born at the Morrison Farmstead in Delia on December 1, 1916 to Alex and Maria Morrison. Vi married William Howard Sloan (died September 7, 1996) in Delia on March 4, 1942. Predeceased by twin brother, Fred (World War II), and brothers Bob, Doug and John and sister Mary, Violet lived her entire life in the Delia area. Violet is survived by her brother, Alex (Viv) of Calgary and her four children: Bill (Elaine) of Castlegar, B.C., Peggy (Lloyd) of Delia, Fred of Calgary, AB, and David (Linda) of Edmonton, AB. Violet is also survived by eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. A graduate of the Delia High School, Vi was active her entire life in Eastern Star, W.M.S., United Church, W.I. and C.G.I.T. Vi was an accomplished softball player (Alberta champions - Morrin Flyers - 1933 and 1938) and curler, and in her later years was noted for her numerous awards for handicrafts, gardening and baking. After marrying, Vi and Howard started their life together farming northwest of Michichi. In 1948, they moved to the Stuart Sloan home farm NW of Delia, where they mix farmed for 44 years. One of Vi¹s greatest wishes was that she could spend her entire life in her own home, a feat that she accomplished. Her garden, her plants and her craft projects kept her keenly interested until her final hours. Vi was a willing and active participant and volunteer in endless community projects and activities. Vi and Howard travelled extensively during their lifetime. Family was a special focus for Vi, and she spent much time every year travelling to visit family and partake in various family events, and for many decades hosted family dinners. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Delia United Church, S.T.A.R.S., Institute for the Blind, or any charity of your choice. A celebration of Vi Sloan¹s life will be at the Delia Community Centre, on Wednesday, January 19, 2005 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Travis Cannaday presiding. Arrangements entrusted to Courtney - Winter's Funeral Home, (403) 823-2666.

Steward: Melissa Nicole  January 4, 1979 - January 11, 2005

Melissa left us suddenly in Edmonton, AB on Tuesday night due to an aortic aneurysm. She was warming up for one of her favorite sports, volleyball, with her fiancé Darrell and friends. Melissa loved all sports and camping expeditions with family and friends.Melissa was born in Drumheller and started school there. She graduated from Eckville senior high school in June 1996. Melissa took a year off from further education and visited family with her cousin Vanessa in Australia. Upon return, started her Biological Sciences Technologies course at Red Deer College for one year then transferred to NAIT and specialized in the Lab and
Research division. Melissa graduated with her diploma as a Biological Sciences Lab and Research Technician. She was currently employed at the U of A in the Pulmonary Research Group specializing in asthma. Melissa leaves to mourn her tragic loss, her fiancé Darrell Mackie of Edmonton, and their little dog Rascal; her mom and step-dad, Betty and Bill Bardenhagen of Eckville; her father, Don Steward of Drumheller; her brothers, Steven Steward of Red Deer and Jason Steward of Eckville. Also one grandparent, Shirley Steward-Hodgson of Drumheller. Numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and many close friends and co-workers, who all meant so much to her. She was pre-deceased by an infant brother, Wesley Steward in December 1980. Memorial contributions in Melissa's memory may be made to the S.T.A.R.S. Edmonton Base, or Red Deer Search and Rescue. Sylvan Lake Funeral Home entrusted with the arrangements.