CRAGG: Joseph  1950 - 2006

Joseph Patrick Cragg passed away in Drumheller Hospital, August 29, 2006. Joe was born November 24, 1950 to Robert and Nora Cragg. He was raised in the Munson, Drumheller area on a farm. Joe worked the rigs most all his life, but his greatest love was music, especially country music. Wherever Joe was you could usually find him playing guitar and singing music to friends and family. He loved it. He had many “Gigs” with his dearest friends and second family, Bud and Shelly Bixby and family; who fondly nicknamed him “Uncle Buck”.

He will be missed and leaves to mourn his sister, Carol (Tom) Hampton, brothers Timothy Cragg and Melvin (Maureen) Cragg. He is also survived by a niece and nephews and many close friends. He was predeceased by his parents Robert and Nora, and his brother Bob.  Joe was just a great guy and liked to be the life of the party. Sadly he lost his battle with cancer. He will always have a special place in our hearts, and with love we “Bid” him farewell. The family expresses gratitude and thanks to Dr. Miller, the nurses and staff at the hospital. A “Special Thank You” to his friend Tom Steele. Services were held Saturday September 2 at Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Chapel. Donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

POWELL: Iris  1943 - 2006

Iris Powell passed away suddenly on August 29th after a 4 year battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease). She leaves to mourn her husband, Wayne; son David (Lori), their children Tyson and Kassidy; daughter Kimberley (Greg Rietze) their children Jeremy and Kendahl; sister Linda, Auntie Ruth Lelond, and three nieces, Stacey, Jodi and Nicole.

Iris was predeceased by her parents Jean and Roy in 1958, and her uncle Wes Lelond in 1988. Iris was born in Brandon, MB and raised in Miniota, MB. She completed her LPN courses in Winnipeg and nursed in various hospitals around MB. She married Wayne on May 15, 1965. After moving to Alberta, in 1976 , Iris soon joined the Avon team. She began selling Avon in Drumheller and soon moved up the ranks to District Manager where she spent the last 20 years of her career. In August 2002, Iris was diagnosed with ALS. Although this disease brought with it many challenges, she faced each one with strong courage, determination and a real zest for life, not ever letting her physical disabilities rob her of the opportunities to spend with those she loved, especially her grandchildren. She was instrumental in bringing the annual Walk for ALS to Red Deer and was passionate in her pursuits to spread awareness of the disease.

Funeral Services will be held at St. Andrew’s United Church, 5226-51 Ave, Lacombe, Alberta on Wednesday, September 6th at 2:00 PM.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ALS Society of Alberta, Suite 400, 320-23rd Ave. S.W. Calgary, Alberta, T2S 0J2. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to wfch@telusplanet.net (Subject Powell). WILSON’S FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM serving Central Alberta with locations in Lacombe and Rimbey in charge of the arrangements. 403-782-3366 or 403-843-3388. “A Caring Family, Caring For Families” www.wilsonsfuneralchapel.ca