Randy Boyko, aged
48 years, of McBride B.C., died in a car accient near Valemont, B.C. on
December 11, 2007. Randy was born in Drumheller on June 30, 1959. He attended
school in Drumheller, then moved to the Okanagan. He worked many years in Ft.
McMurray, before moving to McBride in 2002. Randy was predeceased by his
parents Olga and Metro Boyko; his two brothers Steve and Eugene. He is
survived by two sisters, Matilda (Jerry) Megyesi and Bev (Art) Coles; and
their families, all in B.C.; sister-in-law Dolly Boyko; niece Krista Boyko
(Brian) and nephew Steven (Lesley) Boyko and their family, all of Drumheller.
Interment will take place in McBride, B.C. at a later date.
DRAKE (Pozzolo)
Irma Elizabeth
Irma Drake passed away in Drumheller on
December 14, 2007 at the age of 65. She was predeceased by her husband Austin.
Irma is survived by her daughter Janet (Darcy); four grandchildren Michael
(Tammy), Melissa (Randy), Dylan and Taylor. She is also survived by five great
grandchildren Derek, Austin, Brook, Jake and Andrea; and by two brothers Bob
(Joyce) and Bill (Shirley); and numerous nieces and nephews. On Irma’s request
there will be no funeral and an Interment will be held at a later date.
MONTPETIT: Gilbert (Gil) Cornelius
It
is with great sadness, we announce the passing of Gilbert (Gil) Cornelius
Montpetit. Born December 22, 1926 in Edmonton, AB., he passed away peacefully
at home in Drumheller, December 15, 2007, just 7 days short of his 81st
Birthday.
Remembering a Special Man
“Because of him our own small world will
never be the same.
and our hearts are filled with love when
people speak his name ...
But though his face may not be seen among us
here today.
His love is felt
in all the hearts
he changed along the way.”
He
is survived by his loving wife Carol; his children and grandchildren: Roxanne
(Keith) and Colter Russell; Yvette (Barry) Dee-Harvey; Jackie (Ed) Joshua and
Brandon Caswell; Lance (Elaine) Carlie and Dayna Montpetit; Michele (Daniel)
Quinn and Jobi Lucas; step-daugters Colleen (David) Mitchell and Jessica
Pennington; Maureen (Thomas) Amelia, Stephan, and Monica Behl; and great
granddaughter Elise Miller. Gilbert was predeceased by his parents Con and
Marie Montpetit, sister Julie Montpetit, son-in-law Arthur Dee, and
granddaughter Erin Pennington. A long time resident of Drumheller, Gil
co-owned and managed Whitlock Lumber for a number of years, before starting
Gil Investments, building and renovating many homes and businesses, throughout
the valley. He touched the lives of everyone he did business with. As an
active member of the community he served several terms as a school board
trustee, was a lifetime member of the Kinsmen Club, and a committed blood
donor. Gil was also a founding member of the Lake Shore Dwellers Association
for Fish Lake, where many happy years were spent, always welcoming any and all
who stopped by to enjoy the hospitality. Gil’s greatest job in life was his
family. His happy demeanor was evidenced by his constant whistling, as all who
knew and loved him will fondly remember. He is gone but will never be
forgotten.
A life well lived Gillie!!
At Gil’s request no service will be held, in
honor of Gil’s love and enjoyment of birds and all wildlife, memorial
donations may be made to: Nature Conservancy Canada, 110 Eglinton Ave. W.,
Suite 400, Toronto, ON. M4R 1A. IFAW (International Fund for Animal Welfare) 1
Nicholas St. Suite 612, Ottawa, ON. K1N 7B7.
NOTTAL:
Armin
December 27,
1914
- December 11, 2007
It is with
sadness that we announce the passing of Armin Nottal. Armin was born
December 27, 1914 and passed away peacefully December 11, 2007 at the
Drumheller Hospital with his daughter by his side. He was 92. Armin moved to
Canada with his wife and daughter from Valchava, Switzerland in 1954,
residing at Ghost Pine, Alberta. In 1971 Armin and Anna-Maria moved to Three
Hills where they resided for 25 years. In 1996 Armin and Anna-Maria moved to
Drumheller to be closer to their only daughter, Adolfina. In 2003 Armin
became a resident of the Sunshine Seniors Lodge in Drumheller. Here, he was
visited by his daughter and son-in-law, grandchildren and great
grandchildren and made many friends with the residents and wonderful staff.
Armin is predeceased by his wife of 56 years, Anna Maria Nottal and will be
sadly missed by his loving daugther and son-in-law Adolfina (Fe-Fe) and
Allen Avramenko of Rowley; his two loving grandchildren, Lisa (Mike) Brown
of Calgary and Jason (Bonnie) Avramenko of Rowley; and three special great
grandchildren Jake and Rhys Brown and Zoe Avramenko. At the request of Armin,
funeral services were not held. A family graveside service will be held at a
later date. “There is comfort in knowing that you will be spending
Christmas with Mom this year. We all will miss you dearly, Till We Meet
Again.” In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Sunshine Lodge would be
appreciated.
ROBERTSON: Elaine Viola
Elaine Viola Robertson (nee Bowes) was born October 24, 1949 as the first
child of Ron and Viola Bowes in St. John, New Brunswick. She is survived by
her husband Don and two children, John (Angele) and Laura (Chris); her mother
Viola; sisters Shirley (Bill), Linda (Jerry); and brother Ron (Merna); her
grandchildren, Katherine, Sarah, Steven, David and Sean; also many other
brothers and sisters-in-law, nephews and nieces. Elaine was predeceased by her
father Ron (1956) and her nephew Darryl (2000). Elaine graduated from St.
James Collegiate (Winnipeg) in May 1967. She immediately found good employment
with Great West Life Insurance, all along dating a young fellow by the name of
Don Robertson. Well, the two were soon wed at the Knox United Church in
Winnipeg on March 29, 1969. Elaine was warmly welcomed into the homes and
hearts of the Robertson family. Her two children John and Laura were born in
quick succession. Don and Elaine then moved to Drumheller, Alberta in
September 1974. They immediately loved the community, their new found friends,
and settled in to make this their home. Don worked at the Drumheller
Institution in the purchasing department, and Elaine was a “Dedicated”
Stay-At-Home-Mom. She took much pride in her children and home, and dedicated
herself to that purpose. Along the way she gathered many, many dear friends
and acquaintances, and she never forgot them, especially at Christmas time
through her many cards and letters. Elaine was diagnosed with cancer in
December 1999. This was the beginning of a very long, and to say the least,
arduous journey. Elaine met this with the same positive resolve as she lived
her life with courage, dignity and belief. Elaine passed into the presence of
her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on December 14, 2007 with family by her
side. Elaine touched many people’s lives and will be dearly missed by all who
knew her.
My Life On Earth Is Truly Past
I’ve Loved You Both To The Very Last
Weep Not For Me But Courage Take
And Love One Another For My Sake.
Love Mom
ROSELYNN FANO ROBBS
(NEE PATTERSON) February 18th, 1933 – December 11th, 2007
It
is with deep sadness that our family announces the passing of Roselynn Fano
Robbs our mother, grandmother, sister and friend on Tuesday December 11th,
2007at the age of 74 years old.Mom was born on
February 18th, 1933 in Redland Alberta. The eldest daughter of the late, John
and Mary (Desautels) Patterson. Mom was raised on a farm in Rosebud, Alberta
along with her five siblings. On August 15th, 1953 she married Albert Fano of
Hanna, Alberta (predeceased her in July 1980) where she remained and raised
her three children; Linda Hill of Calgary, Don Fano of Hanna and Marilyn
(Eric) Gross of Hanna. Mom was always a friendly outgoing person and will be
remembered for her bright smile and sense of style. Although an outgoing
person, Mom was also a rather private person and enjoyed baking, puttering
around her home and yard and doing the odd home repair.Mom lived with Lorne
Robbs (predeceased her in August 2002) for many years to which Lorne became a
stepfather and grandfather figure to her three children and grandchildren.
She also raised four little white poodles that were very dear to her heart and
she loved them all like children. Freeway, Sheba, Bo and B.J., which have all
predeceased her. Mom was always a hard worker and most certainly a doer and
not a sitter. She always gave it her best and with pride; whether it was
working around the home or the years working as a waitress locally.
In addition to her
three children Rose is survived by five grandchildren; Lorne “Chase” Hill of
Calgary, Marissa Fano of Hanna, Paige Osborne of Taber, Jason and Darrin Gross
both of Hanna; four great grandchildren; Bryann, Britney, Carter Gross and
Darius Dool all of Hanna; four brothers Joe (Betty) and George (Fay) Patterson
of Strathmore, Jim (Marg), Frank (Irene) Patterson of Rosebud, and numerous
nieces and nephews. Mom also had a good friend, Neil Foster of Hanna who will
miss her companionship.
Mom
was also predeceased by her father John, mother Mary, infant brother David and
only sister Blanche (Myron) Manuliak.
The family would
like to extend a very heartfelt, sincere and humble appreciation to Dr.
Walters, Ken Hansen and the staff of the Hanna Hospital; to the staff of the
Brain Tumor Unit 111 and 112 of the Calgary Foothills Hospital, Neurosurgeon
Dr. Elizabeth McCrae of the Foothills Hospital. Also we thank all those who
came to visit Mom, near and far, during her long stay in the hospital, the
kind gestures, prayers and conversations, the assistance to the family and
just their overall kindness. That was all so greatly appreciated and shall
always remain in our hearts.
A
private graveside memorial was held on Friday December 14th. Flowers are very
gratefully declined and those that wish may make a donation to the Hanna
Hospital in Mom’s memory, or to a charity of their choice.
Mom was always a
very healthy vibrant woman that took pride in caring for her health. Her
sudden illness has left us breathless and her passing has left us with a great
void. She will forever remain in our hearts and memory and will be so very,
very deeply missed.
We thank all of you
that have been a part of mom’s life…large or small.
Hilda went “Home” November 26, 2007 at the age
of 72 years. She was born June 17, 1935. She leaves many family members who
miss her. Her sons Robert Rowe of Calgary, AB, Michael (Darlene) Rowe of Red
Deer, AB; granddaughters Tanya (Lee) Gansauge of North Battleford, SK and
Andrea (Chris) Olsen of Hanna, AB; great granddaughter Ava Gansauge; great
grandsons Cole and Owen Olsen; brother-in-law John (Della) Rowe. Her siblings,
brother Henry (Katie) Klassen of Drumheller; sisters Herta Doerksen of
Abbotsford, B.C., Martha Dyck of Coaldale, AB, Helen (Jake) Siemens of Olds,
AB, Beth Siemens of Drumheller, AB. Also missed by numerous nieces and
nephews. Hilda was predeceased by her husband Harvey in October, 2000.
Donations in her memory may be made to the Salvation Army or the charity of
your choice.
VICKERS: Bruce Wilson
Bruce Wilson
Vickers passed away peacefully at the Drumheller continuing Care on December
13, 2007. Bruce was born in Drumheller on September 28, 1913. He was the third
male born in the Valley, where he lived his entire life. He was predeceased by
his parents; sister Margaret; loving wife Sina in 2000; and son Doug in 1993.
Left to mourn his passing are his brother Blake; his sons Don (Kathy), Rob
(Linda) and Rick; plus eleven grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; and
numerous nieces and nephews. Bruce worked for 22 years with his father in the
family business, N.B. Vickers Limited, and then opened his own grocery store
in 1952 under the name Bruce’s Groceteria. In 1968 he expanded and moved to
the Valley Plaza under the name Vickers Thriftway until he retired in 1982.
During his years in business he was known for his generosity to countless
families in time of need. Bruce was a member of the Elks Club as well as the
Symbol Lodge of which he was a member for 61 years. Bruce enjoyed most sports,
participating mainly in baseball and curling. He was especially proud of being
the President of the Drumheller Miners Hockey Club when they won the Allan Cup
in 1965-66. Bruce and Sina enjoyed travelling with friends or family to many
different countries. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude
to Doctor Maseka and the wonderful nursing staff at the Continuing Care who so
compassionately cared for him. Also, a special thank you to his many friends
who called and visited. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the
Continuing Care Unit of the Drumheller Regional Health Complex or the charity
of choice. Funeral Services were held at the Knox United Church in Drumheller
on Tuesday, December 18, 2007 at 2:00 P.M.
WEYMARK: Dora Phyllis
October 16,
1915
- December 10, 2007
With heavy hearts
we say goodbye to mom, who quietly left us on December 10, 2007. She took
great pleasure in all aspects of her life and forged many lifelong
relationships along the way. Mom loved her home. When asked for her
address, she would recite: “room 310, Sunshine Lodge.” Mom’s positive energy
was contagious. She participated in every activity and especially
enjoyed playing crib, bingo, canasta and happy hour with her friends. She
will be missed by the many people she has touched with her compassion,
energetic love of life and brilliant sense of humor. Mom is survived
by her three children, Arlene Bertamini, Anne Samuel, and Harry Weymark; as
well as twelve grandhildren; twenty-one great grandchildren; and one
great-great grandchild. Mom would often remind us that “she was the fun
one,” and that she was. Rest well, mom. You are forever loved.
At Mom’s request, there will be no funeral.