Beeton: Berkley  March 22, 1934 - October 13, 2005

It is with great sadness that the family of Berkley Allen Beeton announce his passing on Thursday, October 13, 2005 at the age of 71 years following a brief bout with cancer.

Berkely was a multi-talented man who was comfortable on a combine, in control working under the hood of a car, at ease on the back of a horse, smiling as he worked on wood, relaxed as he tooled leather. He loved it all! His most recent and prideful accomplishment was the fact that he remained well enough to do his part in this fall¹s final harvest. This was one of his happiest times of the year and he was very grateful that he remained a vital part of it. Berkely's first and greatest love was his family and he is survived by his loving wife Janina, son Ralph (Dianne), daughter Jackie (Dave), and son Roger (Leah), as well as his six grandchildren and his two great-grandchildren. Berkely touched the lives of many and leaves behind a large group of family and friends who will deeply mourn his passing. Memorial services were held Wednesday, October 19, 2005 at 11 a.m. at Knox United Church, Three Hills, Alberta, with interment at Swalwell Cemetery. Arrangements in care of SUNSET FUNERAL SERVICE, Linden, (403) 546-3903.

Pozzo: Gino  1922 - 2005

Mr. Gino Pozzo passed away at the Drumheller Regional Health Complex on October 22, 2005. Born on April 14, 1922, he leaves to celebrate his life and keep him in memory; daughter Brenda (and Mac) Jones of Drumheller; sons, Roger (Nancy, Willie and Lisa) of Medicine Hat, Ronald, Richard (Kimberley, Natalie and Joel), and Barry of Drumheller. He was predeceased by a daughter, Beverly in 1990, and his wife, Luby in 1998. Mr. Pozzo is also survived by a brother, Charlie (and Stella) of Brooks, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Mr. Pozzo would always be seen riding his bike in most any direction out of the Valley, often wearing his flower bedecked straw hat, and often accompanied by his 'fleet' of dogs, scouting the roadsides for any items of interest just to get out and enjoy the fresh air. His hobbies included working on and fixing bicycles, and his vegetable garden was second to none, where he¹d spend countless hours, babying his garden and greenhouse. He was well known for his sunny disposition, his optimism and his willingness to help everyone in his neighborhood. A private family service will be held with Courtney-Winter's Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society and/or S.T.A.R.S.

Spooner: Bella Marjorie  1922 - 2005

Bella Marjorie Spooner of Hythe, AB, formerly long-time resident of Calgary, passed away at the Beaverlodge Hospital on Thursday, September 29, 2005 at the age of 83 years. Bella was born on October 31, 1922 in Carstairs, AB. Whatever Bella did, she did her best and it was always the best. She will be sadly missed by her two daughters, Ellen (Dave) Corea of Dawson Creek, B.C., and Donna (Doug) Thomson of Grande Prairie, AB; two step-sons, Grant (Dixie) Spooner of Drumheller, AB, and Brent Spooner of Victoria, B.C.; nine grandchildren, Kelly (Terry), Christopher, Lee, Michael, Tyler, Heidi, Barbara, Nichelle, and Darren; several great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews and many friends. She is also survived by a brother Bill Hunter; two sisters, Eileen Lauder and Connie Kirkby; sister-in-law Betty Hunter, and brother-in-law Bill Spooner. Bella was predeceased by her husband Joe and brother Bud.

Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY¹S, Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W., Calgary, AB) on Saturday, October 29, 2005 at 2 PM. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to Hythe and Pioneer District Home, Box 388, Hythe, AB  T0H 2C0, Telephone (780) 356-3077, or directly to the Alzheimer Society of Calgary, #201, 222 - 58 Avenue S.W., Calgary, AB T2H 2S3, Telephone: (403) 290-0110. In living memory of Bella Spooner, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W., CALGARY, AB T2S 2L5, Telephone: (403) 243-8200.

Swain: Charles Lewis  1922 - 2005

Charles Lewis Swain, beloved husband of Patricia Swain, passed away peacefully at the Continuing Care Unit of the Drumheller Hospital on Wednesday, October 19, 2005. Charles was born June 22, 1922 in Calgary, AB to Lewis and Lottie Swain. He was predeceased by his parents and two brothers, Donald and Marwood. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Patricia; sons Patrick (Claudeen), Michael (Jennifer); and daughter Dawn (Dave); grandchildren Garrett, Reid, Erin, Leah and Benjamin.

Charles moved to the Valley at the age of six months, and with the exception of his college years in Edmonton and his service with the Royal Canadian Navy during WWII, he spent his life in Drumheller. Upon his return from WWII, he went into the insurance business with his father, and over the years, other businesses were added - travel agency, real estate office and campground, to name a few. During his lifetime he was involved with the Chamber of Commerce, Kinsmen Club, Tourism Alberta, and was a champion of many community building ventures. His leisure time was spent in the field where his passion for hunting and fishing was legendary.

A special thanks to all the wonderful staff who cared for Charles and the Continuing Care Centre for the past seven years. A memorial service will be held in Drumheller at the St. Magloire's Anglican Church, 176 - 2nd St., at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, October 26, 2005. Courtney-Winter's Funeral Home are in charge of arrangements, In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to S.T.A.R.S. Air Ambulance.