BROWN:  Esther  1922 - 2006

Esther Brown of Drumheller passed away peacefully to be with her Savior February 1, 2006 at the Drumheller Health Centre at the age of 83. Esther was born April 15, 1922 in Three Hills, Alberta. She is predeceased by parents, William T. Evans and Jennie Evans, brothers Harvey and John Evans, and husband Ken Brown. Survived and missed forever by loving family: brother Basil (Peggy) Evans; sisters Marjorie Kinsey and Ann (George) Smith; children, Lawrie "Lou" Brown, Darwyn (Roxy) Brown and Nola Brown; grandchildren Cameron and Landyn Brown; and many nieces and nephews. We are saddened by our loss but rejoice in the fact that she passed away peacefully and has gone on to her reward in Heaven. A very special thank you to Dr. Elizabeth Racz for her love and care of Mom, and to Dr. Douglas and the nurses for their compassion and gentle hands. Thanks, as well, to Jenny Dannhauer and Shirley Komarnisky for their love and support. A memorial service was held on February 6, 2006 at Elim Pentecostal Tabernacle in Drumheller. In lieu of flowers donations are requested for the Drumheller Health Centre and Living Memorial c/o Elim Pentecostal Tabernacle. Arrangements in care of Courtney-Winter's Funeral Home: Drumheller-Hanna.

JENSEN: Edith Leslie (nee Paul)  1920 - 2006

Edith Leslie (nee Paul) Jensen of Drumehller passed away peacefully on January 31, 2006 at the Drumheller Hospital Continuing Care surrounded by her loving family. Edie was born in Rosedale, Alberta in 1920. After attending Normal School in Calgary, she taught in Rosedale and then at Blue Spring School at Dalum, Alberta. She married Ove Jensen in 1943. Edie and Ove lived and farmed in the Dalum area until 2000 when they retired to Drumheller. Edie was predeceased by her parents George and Beatrice Paul, her husband Ove, daughter Lynne Ellen Wright, sisters Helen and Isabel (Joseph) Kormendy, and brother and sisters-in-law Arild and Glenys Jensen and Marie Jensen. She is missed and loved by her sister-in-law Gerda (Folmer) Rasmussen; brother-in-law Herluf Jensen; her children Joan Reiffenstein (Laurie), Susan Brown (Carson), and Albert Jensen (Cindy); her grandchildren Julie Eskeland (Jim), Katherine Reiffenstein, Lisa Brake (Damian), Warren, Colin, Logan, and Micalah Jensen (and their mother Hope), and Spencer Jensen; great-grandchildren Owen and Elena Eskeland; and her nieces and nephews. A funeral service celebrating Edie¹s life was held at Bethlehem Luthern Church of Dalum on Saturday, February 4 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Bethlehem Lutheran Church of Dalum, the Drumheller Hospital Continuing Care (the staff of which always treated Edie with respect and compassion) or to a charity of choice.

MRAZ: Joseph Michael  1934 - 2006

Joseph Michael Mraz, beloved husband of Carol Mraz of Brooks, Alberta, passed away near Brooks on February 3, 2006 at the age of 71 years. Born in Drumheller on February 21, 1934 Joe received his education there and worked throughout Alberta in the oil field industry. Joe and Carol Logan were married on December 2, 1967 in Drumheller and resided in Brooks. He belonged to the Brooks Fish and Game Association and the EID Legion. Joe loved his family, especially his grandchildren, fishing, gardening, hunting and playing crib. He will be remembered for putting his family first and for his loyalty and generosity. Joe was predeceased by his parents Annie and John Mraz, sister Anne Sugden, 2 brothers John and Mike and an infant great nephew Paul. He is survived by his loving family, wife Carol of Brooks; 3 children, Krista Kidd (James) and their children Erin and Shamus all of Brooks, Kathryn Mraz and her daughter Clare of Calgary and Joe Mraz and his son Riley of Brooks; brother Andy (Barb) Mraz, 2 sisters Mary (Larry) Craig and Margaret (Nick) Worobetz all of Calgary and numerous nieces and nephews. Mass services will be celebrated on Friday, February 10 at 2:00 p.m. from St. Mary¹s Catholic Church, Brooks. Rev. Father Vincent Tuan Ha Celebrant. Honorary Pallbearers are Blanche and Frank Laslo, Gwen and John Suchy, Lyn and Jim Tooke, Norma and Rand Berg, Audrey and Art Rushka and Karen and John Berry. Active Pallbearers are Gary Mraz, Aaron Suchy, Reid Berg and Ron Tooke. Family inurnment to follow at Brooks Cemetery. In memory of Joe, if friends desire, memorial tributes may be made to Brooks and District Fish and Game Association, Box 817, Brooks, Alberta   T1R 1B7 or Diabetes Association (Brooks and District), Box 187, Brooks, Alberta  T1R 1B3. Arrangements in care of SMITH FUNERAL HOME, Brooks. Telephone Toll Free (866) 362-4652 or (403) 362-4636.

SCHREDER: Rayma (Westeen)

Rayma (Westeen) Schreder passed away suddenly February 3, 2006 at hte Rockyview Hospital in Calgary at the age of 64. Rayma is predeceased by her husband, Malcome Schreder; her parents, Nels and Florence Westeen; four brothers, Robert, Kenneth, Bernard and Donald. She leaves to mourn three sisters, Wanya (Robert McPhee), Willa (Ed Hirsch) and Arda Robinson (Don Harrison). She also has three step-children, Arne, Terry and Rod; as well as six grandchildren.  By special request, there will be no funeral or memorial service held. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contibutions may be made in Rayma's memory to the Acute Care at the Drumheller Health Centre, 351 - 9th Street N.W., Drumheller, AB  T0J 0Y1.

SHARPE: Ethel Margaret  1917 - 2006

Ethel Margaret Sharpe passed away peacefully at the Drumheller Hospital on February 1, 2006. She was born on February 5, 1917, on the family farm at Morrin to Edwin and Margaret Doan.  Growing up she was an ³ace² pitcher for the famous Morrin Flyers softball team.  Ethel trained as a teacher at the Calgary Normal School and taught in Morrin for six years before marrying Don, her husband of nearly sixty-five years.  She was a devoted mother and doting grandmother. An active worker in the church and communities of Morrin and Munson, Ethel was a woman of many hobbies and interests. Among the pursuits that Ethel enjoyed, photography, gardening, local history, and travel ranked high. Ethel will be lovingly remembered by her family:  husband Don; children Alan, Sharon (Warren) Halligan, Connie (Fran) Lavoie, and Kathy (Ken) Aberg; grandchildren Adrien, Gregory, Kelsey Lavoie, and Tim (Kyla), Graham, Laura Aberg. A memorial service was held at the Morrin United Church on Monday, February 6, 2006.  If friends/family so desire, in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Drumheller Hospital or the charity of your choice.  Arrangements entrusted to Courtney-Winter's Funeral Home, Drumheller (403) 823-2666.    

SIDDON: Ronald Victor  1919 - 2006

Ron, 'Sid the Barber', was born on March 3, 1919, to Thomas and Mae Grant Siddon, in Olds, AB, and raised in Carstairs, AB. He passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of January 31, 2006, surrounded by family. Ron and Trudie celebrated their 65th Wedding Anniversary just three weeks earlier. With a wonderful party at Sunshine Lodge and many of their family home, it was a joyous occasion. Ron's faith in God and in the promise of eternal life enables us to entrust him to God's care.

He leaves behind to celebrate his life, a devoted family: loving wife, Trudie; son Tom (Pat) and their family: Charles (Nancy) Cole and Emma; David (Charlene) Stephanie and Ryan; Robert (Bonnie) and Alison; Elizabeth (Chris) Gorman and Katherine (Myles) Karn; son Darryl (Kristine) and their family: Kari (John) Bott, Braedan and Jordan; Heather (Aaron) Ward, Nicholas, Jesse, Michael and Sasha; Jonathan (Kelly) Brittany, Noah and Aleisha; daughter Donna (Fred) Orosz and their family: Paul (Lisa) Jozsef and Matthew; Janna (Kevin); daughter Elaine (Larry) Nielsen and their family: Anika, Krista and Derek (Jolanda) and Kaeleigh; and his namesake, son Ronald (Melanie) and their family: Jeremy (Danielle) Laura and Pauline. He also leaves two sisters, Irene (Steve) Shapka, and Evelyn Stiller, a sister-in-law Wyn Cowan, a brother-in-law, Bruce Humfrey and many nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his mother when he was only 3 years old, his father, a brother, Norman in infancy and one grandson, Edward, in 1971.

Like his father, Ron became a barber and spent his whole working career, 50 years, in Drumheller. He became very knowledgeable in the history of the valley, town and the mining communities that grew into an important tourist centre. He had many an interesting story to tell. He enjoyed his contacts with people and wasn¹t afraid to dispense a bit of wisdom or advice along with a smart new look. It may have cost him a customer or two, but most came back for more. It was a satisfying occupation, making people look better going out than when they came in! Through the years, he took part and held office in, various organizations: Junior Chamber of Commerce, Cub leader, Fish and Game Club, Dog Trials Club and was always ready to lend a hand wherever and whenever needed. He was a faithful member of St. Magloire's Anglican Church, serving in many positions including Warden, Vestry, teaching Sunday School, singing in the choir and by example, supporting and encouraging his family to grow in the church and deepen their faith. He had an avid interest in politics during the years Tom served in the Federal Government in several ministries and enjoyed discussing the Hansard reports he received regularly. Grandpa knew the best places to find dinosaur bones and petrified wood, so the grandchildren looked forward to summertime visits and hikes into the hills. He had a green thumb and loved sharing his abundance with others, especially tomato plants and clippings from his house plants, which we have all received. Dad enjoyed the outdoors, camping, fishing, hunting and finding crocuses in the spring. He even managed to find some last year, but this year we¹ll find them for him and carry on, knowing he is watching over us. He loved us all, family was of the utmost importance to him! The life of this honourable man was celebrated at St. Magloire's Anglican Church on February 3, 2006. The service was conducted by Rev. Mac Jones and included Dad¹s favourite hymns and readings with children and grandchildren participating. Great-grandchildren led with the cross and followed the casket with his favourite flowers. Family and friends gathered to remember and thank God for His gift to us - Husband, Dad, Grandpa and Great-Grandpa. We'll meet again! Cremation followed and burial will take place at a later date. If desired, memorial donations to St. Magloire's or Sunshine Lodge would be gratefully accepted. Courtney-Winter's Funeral Home were in charge of arrangements.

Rock of Ages
Teaching values, ethics, truths,
A fairness in the work we do.
Where strength and vigor never die,
A faith to follow; honor too.
Modest though his work might seem,
Steady as an oak, through ages.
Lives he touched in countless number,
Children, mothers, workmen, sages.
A zest for life and mother nature,
The daily news an urgency.
Picking bones and wood long ancient,
Fish and wildlife, setting free.
Spring brought out the sharpened shovel
To turn God¹s soil and string the rows.
Perennials and vegetables his passion,
Tomato sticks tied up with bows.
Respet for life and one-another,
Working hard since just a lad.
Now autumn rests the garden¹s glory,
Rock of Ages; That¹s our Dad.

-  Darryl B. Siddon  -

ZIEGLER: Chris  1922 - 2006

Chris Ziegler passed away at the Drumheller Hospital on Saturday, February 4, 2006, at the age 83 years.  Chris will be lovingly remembered by his sisters: Martha, Shirley and Alice and brother Herbert as well as relatives and friends.  Chris was predeceased by parents: Phillip and Rosalie; brothers: Gilbert and Albert; sisters: Freda and Rosie and former wife Jane.  A Celebration of Chris' life will be held in the Chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home on Saturday, February 11, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. Interment to follow at Mountain View Memorial Gardens.  If so desired, a memorial tribute may be made in Chris' name directly to the Alberta Cancer Foundation (The Tom Baker Cancer Center,  1331-29 St NW   Calgary, AB  T2N 4N2). To email expressions of sympathy: mountainview@arbormemorial.com subject heading: Chris Ziegler. 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.