CAMPBELL: Mathew Cecil “Bud”  1929 - 2006

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle on November 3, 2006, with his wife and daughter by his side. Mathew will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his wife of 39 years, Diane, his daughter, Kalinda and his son Jim (Tracey); three grandchildren, Chris (Khristy), Tanya (Thomas), and Jimmy; and three great-grandchildren, Abby, Aiden and Owen. He also leaves to mourn three brothers, Jim, Gordon and Charles; as well as numerous brother and sister-in-laws, nieces and nephews and many friends. He was predeceased by his mother Mary, his father Mathew and two sisters, Joyce and Audrey. Mathew’s wish was to be cremated with no burial held. A celebration of Mathew’s life will be held on Wednesday, November 8 at 2 p.m. in the Midland Community Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mathew’s memory to the Drumheller Continuing Care Centre, 351 - 9th Street Northwest, Drumheller, AB T0J 0Y1. Personal Alternatives entrusted with arrangements.

GUTWALD: Mark Stephen  1959 - 2006

Mark Stephen, devoted husband, loving father and beloved son, brother, uncle and friend, passed away unexpectedly on October 31, 2006. He leaves to mourn: his best friend, soul-mate, high school sweetheart and wife of almost 25 years, Dixie (nee: LaBerge); three children he was so proud of, Stephen, Tyler and Danielle; parents, Patricia and Ralph Gutwald; brother Craig (Judy) Gutwald; sisters, Catherine (Pat) Bonneville, Shelley (Dale) Bergman, Licia (Steve) Pickup, brother-in-law Michael Szarmes, and numerous nieces and nephews. Mark will also be lovingly remembered by: his aunts, uncles and their families as well as Dixie’s extended family. He is now with his sister Alyson in heaven.

Mark was born on March 13, 1959 in Edmonton, AB and grew up in Drumheller. In Calgary he resourcefully started out as a mechanic to support his young family. After he completed his apprenticeship, he also challenged all of the ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) exams at one time to receive Master Auto Technician certification. His honesty, integrity and work ethic made it difficult for his customers to see him change professions when he returned to school (SAIT) at 37 years old. There he completed Electronics Engineering Technology and Mechatronics Engineering Technology. Mark’s creativity shone through in his exceptional cooking, his ability to fix and improve anything inside or outside the home, his love of music and his incredible artistic drawings and designs. A remarkable mind, his love of knowledge and truth - be it moral, spiritual or scientific - will live on in his children.  Mark lived a simple life and loved nothing more than to spend time with his wife and family. From a romantic midnight walk to a game of Bocce in the snow, his children saw their parents have so much fun together - “they were like kids”. He loved discussions and long conversations where he could share his knowledge. He was always there when his family needed him. Mark’s quick wit and “punny” jokes (just like his dad Ralph) always made people smile and he always made an effort to make people feel good. He had a special affinity with animals and will be sorely missed by his “grandpuppy” Shyla.  Mark’s main purpose on earth was fulfilled in raising his three children and they will never forget his wise teachings. He has left this world a better place.

A Celebration of Mark’s Life will be held in the Chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. If so desired, in lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made in Mark’s name directly to a charity of your choice. To email expressions of sympathy: www.mountainviewmemorial.ca subject heading: Mark Gutwald. 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.

KIRKEBY: James William  1923 - 2006

James William Kirkeby (Big Jim) passed away with his family by his side October 27, 2006. He was born in Dowling Lake, Alberta to Burt and Mary Kirkeby on May 6, 1923. He was the sixth of nine children. He leaves to mourn, his wife, Joyce of 46 years; his 10 children, Young Jim, Danny, Lynn, Leonard, Dale, Perry, Karen, Kim, Brent and Burke, together with their spouses and 25 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son Dwaine and his daughter Dana. Memorial services for Big Jim were held on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 2 p.m. at the Grande Cache Legion, Grande Cache, Alberta, with Pastor Brad Shellenberg officiating. Cremation preceded this service. In lieu of floral tributes the family suggests donations may be made to the S.T.A.R.S. Alberta Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service Foundation of Northern Alberta, Building #16, 29 Airport Road, Edmonton, Alberta T6G 9Z9, or the Grande Cache General Hospital, Box 629, Grande Cache, Alberta T0E 0Y0, in Big Jim’s memory. Grande Cache Funeral Services (780-827-4448) entrusted with all the arrangements. To leave a condolence online please visit our website at  www.edsonfuneralhome.com. The Foothills Memorial Chapel.

McKAY: Violet Catherine  October 15, 1920 - November 6, 2006

On November 6, 2006 Violet left this earth to meet her creator. She leaves to mourn her daughters Gladys Chouinard and Rose Daniels, nine grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren, sisters; Margaret, Angeline, Lucy, Eva and brother Joe. Violet was predeceased by her husband John, son Alfred and grandson Patrick, brothers; Norbert and John and sister Harriet. On behalf of Violet’s family, sincerest thanks and appreciation to Carol Houghton, Dr. Miller and the residents of Maple Ridge Manor for their caring and friendship for these many years. A Memorial Service will be held on November 11, 2006 at 1:00 pm at Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Chapel, Drumheller, Alberta.

MORGAN: Jack  1955 - 2006

Jackie Morgan of Rosedale passed away suddenly at the age of 51 on November 5, 2006 with his loving wife, Lyne by his side in Hanna, Alberta. Jackie was the second youngest of six children born to Jack and Madeline Morgan of Rosedale. Jackie was born in Drumheller on September 12, 1955. Jackie married Sandra Jones in 1982 and together they had two sons; John born in 1984 and Justin born in 1986. On September 17, 2005 Jackie married Lyne Moore where they resided happily in Hanna, Alberta. Jackie enjoyed family gatherings which gave him the opportunity to express his love through his cooking the way his mother did, tinkering in the garage and visiting with friends over a few pots of coffee and enjoying all the kids of all ages, sharing his love of classic muscle cars, being with his dogs and camping. Jackie was best described as a “jack of all trades”. He liked to dabble in almost anything from building furniture to wiring things he shouldn’t have touched.

Jackie’s life will be celebrated by his loving wife Lyne of Hanna, Alberta; his two sons John of Drumheller and Justin of Edmonton, his first wife Sandra of Drumheller, step children, Travis (Robyn), Charity (Shaun) and Tiffany all of Camrose, brother Art Morgan and sisters Pat and husband Bill Mill, Carol and husband Lorne Hanson, Doreen and husband Tom Armstrong along with numerous nieces and nephews; in laws Raymond and Patricia Moore of Drumheller and by many extended family members and friends. Jackie was predeceased by his father Jack in 1986, his mother Madeline in 1983, his younger brother Michael in 1960 and his sister-in-law Marge Morgan in 2005.

A Memorial service will be conducted by Pastor Dean Kennedy of Hanna, Alberta on November 9, 2006 at 2:00 pm at the Knox United Church in Drumheller, Alberta. Viewing will be held on November 8, 2006 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Chapel, Drumheller, Alberta. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in memory of Jackie to the Alberta Diabetes Foundation, 12834 – 163 Street NW, Edmonton, AB, T5V 9Z9 or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, The Canadian Cancer Society or the Alzheimer’s Association. Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Chapel entrusted with arrangements.

NOONAN: Kenneth H. (Kenny)  1922 - 2006

On Friday, October 27, 2006, our dad Kenny Noonan fought his final battle with cancer. He went to meet his Maker in the loving arms of his family. We know Dad will watch over our mom, Florence (Flo) Noonan; his children, Grant (Jean) Noonan, Dolores (Bryan) Gourlie, Korinne (Jim) Ritter, Gloria (Darrin) Tracey and Kenneth (Alison) Noonan; Art (Kathy) Sommer and Renata Oman and family; 27 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Dad has been reunited with his sons, Richard and Roy, and daughter Marlane. A Celebration of Dad’s Life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion. No.1 Branch, 167 - 7th Avenue S.E., Calgary, on Sunday, November 12, 2006 at 1p.m. The family welcome you in honouring Kenny, to visit and share stories. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Last Post Fund, 1130 Canada Place, 9700 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5J 4C3.