HILDEBRAND: Rolla  August 6, 1940 - March 30, 2006

Rolla passed away peacefully after a year long battle with cancer, early in the morning of March 30, 2006 at the Three Hills Hospital.  Rolla was born and raised near Brandon, Manitoba.  In 1970, he moved his family to Calgary, Alberta, and resided there until he started a welding business at Carbon in 1976.  Second to Rolla¹s love for his family was trucking as he long-hauled until his illness last March.  Rolla is survived by his loving wife Susan of 42 years and his four children, Dan, Duane, Sandy and Cheryl (Al) Harder, grand-children Amanda and Jason and great grandson Seth.  Rolla will be dearly missed by us all, but the good LORD JESUS will care for him now.

HOFF: Wayne   July 15, 1950 - March 26, 2006

Wayne L. Hoff was born on July 25, 1950 in Calgary, Alberta and passed away at home peacefully on March 26, 2006. Wayne is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Verna; and their son Shane and wife Shanon; daughter Brenda; daughter Melissa and husband Layton Rosin; three grandchildren, Cassidie, Lane and Taylor. Wayne is also survived by his parents, Otto and Norma Hoff; sister Sandra (Jerome); brother Randy; numerous brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, and nieces and nephews. Wayne attended school in Levelland from grades one to nine. In Levelland he made many friends and happy memories. He attended Carbon School briefly and then went to Bertram Drilling for a season. On October 11, 1969, Wayne married Verna Hagel from Beiseker, Alberta. Wayne and Verna began farming in the Carbon area the following spring. There they established their roots and raised their family.

Some of Wayne's most enjoyable summers were when he was racing his pony chuckwagon. He was very proud the first season because he was rookie of the year. He took great pride in running very competitively for many years. The highlight of his career was when he was able to drive a chuckwagon in Houston, Texas at the Astrodome. He loved those days. Wayne then decided to expand his second love of farming which he also took pride in. Due to health reasons he had to give up his love for farming in the late 90's and had to retire. Now he was able to devote his time and fun loving energy to his wife, kids, grandkids and everyone else who knew him. We could always count on him for advice, honesty and integrity and will never forget his fun-loving, witty ways. Wayne is a legacy in our family and we know he has touched many other people's lives. There will always be a piece of him in all of us. He will be greatly missed and always remembered!

A memorial service was held at the Carbon Baptist Church, March 30, 2006, with Harold Hunter and Pastor Richard Kauenhofen officiating. Courtney-Winter¹s Funeral Home were in care of all the arrangements. If friends so desire, donations may be made in memory of Wayne Hoff to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of their choice.

RUSSELL: Margaret  1912 - 2006

Margaret Ellen Russell (nee Stephenson) of Drumheller, AB passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 29, 2006 at the age of 93 years.  Margaret was predeceased by her husband Norman, parents Arthur & Nina Stephenson, brothers George and Marcus, her sister Ruth, and her first grandchild Christopher.

Margaret, the oldest child of Arthur and Nina Stephenson, was born at her parents¹ Verdant Valley home on June 11, 1912.  After attending grade school, Margaret graduated from Calgary Normal School and took her first teaching job at Mount Carmel School.  She also taught in Verdant Valley and Golden Grain.  She took a position at the Drumheller School Division Office and later went on to teach at Drumheller Composite High School.  Following her teaching career she founded the hairdressing shop - Marg's Coiffures.

Margaret married Norman Russell and they made their first home in North Drumheller and in 1938 their first son Arthur was born.  In 1946 Craig was born and the family moved to her Uncle Craig Wilson¹s farm.  In 1948 their third son Keith was born. Margaret enjoyed traveling and visiting with her many friends.  She was an avid reader, a career woman and a community person.  She did a host of volunteer work including time at the Tyrrell Museum and at the Central School Breakfast program.  She was an active member of the Verdant Valley and Dorcas Women¹s Institute, the UCW and a long time member of the Knox United Church.  Margaret served on the Board of Trustees at the Knox United Church for many years, serving as Secretary to the Board.  Margaret also served as President of Unit #6 of the United Women's group and as President of the General UCW.  Margaret also received a Life-Time Membership pin for her years of involvement with the United Church Women¹s group at the Knox United Church.  Margaret¹s service to the church was very much appreciated.

Margaret leaves to mourn in her passing her sons Art (Maureen), Craig (Janice), and Keith (Roxanne).  Her loving grandchildren Trevor (Michelle), Karen (Mike), Jill (Derek), Laura (Larry), Calvin, and Colter.  She is survived by her sister Louise Stevenson, sisters-in-law Isabel Bradford and Annie Russell and numerous nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, April 5, 2006 at 2:00 pm at Knox United Church, 195-3rd Avenue East.  Donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society, Suite 400, 320-23rd Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2S 0J2 or a charity of your choice.  Courtney-Winter's Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements.    Funeral Services were held at the Church of The Nazarene, on Monday, April 3, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor James Clark officiating. Interment followed in the Carbon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the
Church of The Nazarene, Box 2760, Drumheller, Alberta T0J 0Y0. Courtney-Winter¹s Funeral Home were entrusted with the arrangements. 403-823-2666 www.courtneywintersfuneralhome.com

SCHABER: Doris (nee Casebeer)

Doris Schaber (nee Casebeer) of Drumheller passed away peacefully at Drumheller Regional Hospital at the age of 90 years. Funeral to be held Saturday, April 8, 2006, 2 p.m., Midland Hall. Pastor Hunter presiding. Tributes can be made to S.T.A.R.S.