January 23, 2008 Obits

GILES: Arthur William Eric March 4, 1927 - January 17, 2008

Arthur William Eric Giles has gone to be with his Lord following a courageous battle with cancer. Survived by his special friend and adventurer, Flo Nygaard. His sons Eric Giles, Kimberley, BC and Alex (Dorothy) Clark, Victoria, BC and Daughters Marilyn Hogan, Wesbank, BC and Elaine (Richard) Johnston, Drumheller, AB and daughter in-law Collen Giles, Lethbridge, AB. Grandchildren: Kevin, Colin and Coryn Giles, Kimberley, BC, Michael (Tdi) Clark, Victoria, BC, Cary Hogan, Nelson, BC, Robert Johnston, Kelowna, BC, Arlene Johnston (Trevor Scott) Red Deer, AB, Donald Johnston, Drumheller, AB, Sean Dwayne, Cory (Renee) Giles and Mathew Giles, Lethbridge, AB, Great Grandchildren Paige, Tifany, and Calvin Clark, Ethan and Dalen Scott, Anna and Mark Johnston, Jace Johnston and Prisea Giles. His brother Glen (Rosemary) Giles, Cranbrook, BC and sister Yvonne (Andy) Renaud, Cranbrook, BC. Numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his first wife Frieda Giles, his second wife of 52 years, Iris Giles (2002), his son William Charles Giles (March 2007), his parents Albert John Giles (1982) and Lilian May Giles (1991). Art was born in Lethbridge, AB and moved with his parents to Kimberley BC in 1937. He attended school in both Lethbridge and Kimberley. He worked as a mechanics helper for Frank Shaw and as a diamond driller for T-Connor Diamond Drilling before entering the Army. After receiving an honourable discharge at the end of World War II, he returned to Kimberley, BC and worked as a baker and a grocer for several years and then for Cominco (now Tech Corp.) until his retirement in 1985. Art was devoted parishioner of All Saints Anglican Church and spent many years as both peoples and rectors warden as well as being on the deanery executive. He oversaw many church camps at Edwards Lake, building and repairing cabins and being on camp committees. He was a member of the Marysville fire department, the Moose Lodge, the Steel Workers Union and Past President of S.O.A.R., Steel Workers of America Retirees, Kimberly Branch of B.C. Wildlife Federation, acted as the parish handy man and assisted with the food bank. Art loved camping, fishing, hunting and huckleberry picking. He was a noted baker, (especially well known for his shortbread). In his later years he played crib and attended many a senior’s dance, even though he always claimed to be “tone deaf”. Arthur will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all his family, extended families and many, many loving friends. In lieu of of flowers, you may make donations to the charity of your choice.

Hodgson: Gordon Eric May 18, 1937 - January 16, 2008

Gordon Hodgson was born in Drumheller on May 18, 1937 and passed away on January 16, 2008 in Brooks, Alberta. Gordon was born to Eric and Blanche Hodgson of Dorothy, Alberta. Gordie worked in the mines at East Coulee, driving Shetland Ponies, then moved to Hanna to work with Special Areas building roads. This is where he met and married Shirley White in 1960. Jim was born in Hanna in 1961, with Murray coming in 1962. The family then moved to Dorothy and this was when Harry came in 1964 in Drumheller. They then moved to Hussar where Gordie worked for Armsco Oilfield Construction, soon to start with Pan Canadian. Wendy was born in 1967 in Bassano, with Larry coming in 1969 in Drumheller. Gordie worked for Pan Canadian until 1992, then retiring to Dorothy. He then married Pat and moved to Drumheller until 2006, and then moved to the Bassano Lodge and in 2007 was moved to Brooks. Gordie’s highlights of his life were his love for Rodeo; he went to the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas for 10 years. He also almost never missed the Handhills, Strathmore and Hussar Rodeos. Gordie will be greatly missed by his family; Jim (Joanne); Eric, Coleman, and Chrissy of Drumheller; Harry (Tammy), Angelina, Andrew of Cochrane, Wendy (Mark), Matthew and Tyson of Calgary; mother, Blanche Hodgson of Dorothy, sister, Ethel (John Davies) of Rosedale, Don (Dixie) of Olds, Doug of Dorothy. Also numerous nieces and nephews. Gordie was predeceased by his son Murray in 1984, son Larry in 1996 and his Father Eric in 1995. A Memorial Service for Gordie will be held from Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, January 23, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. with Harold Hunter officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy or to the Diabetes Foundation. Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Chapel entrusted with the arrangements. (403) 823-2666.

We are saddened to announce the passing of Frieda Raugust at the age of 70 years, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was called home on January 15, 2008 after a lengthy illness and five month stay at the Drumheller Hospital. Frieda was born in Bassano, AB on May 15, 1937 to Abram and Annie Hiebert. She grew up and attended school in Gem, AB. In later years she graduated as an LPN from the University of Calgary. She worked for several years at the Hanna Hospital before marrying Melvin Raugust on November 6, 1965. After marriage, she continued working while raising a family. Once their family was complete, Frieda left the Hanna Hospital and began her career at the Palliser Nursing Home where she stayed until retirement. Frieda and Melvin took over the family farm where she lived and contributed to the everyday operations of a grain and cattle farm. She spent many hours helping out where needed: driving truck, making lunches, and running to town for parts. Frieda had many interests that kept her busy throughout her years. As a young girl, her main interest was horses which carried on until her passing. She loved competing and showing her older brothers that not only could she keep up with them but leave them behind in her dust! In her later years, Frieda thrived on her career. How she loved working with the seniors and always came home from her shift with a bounce in her step and a smile on her face. After retirement her interests focused on her children and grandchildren. Frieda is survived by her husband of 42 years, Melvin Raugust; five children and 11 grandchildren: Patricia (Allan) Broom and their children Jordyn, James and Jacob; Pamela (Lawrence) Guilloux and Taelyr and Brock; Tracy (Michael Heysa) and Shianne, Cooper and Easton; Dean (Connie) Raugust and Reo and Sierra; Bonnie (Lance) Farwell and Shaylen. Also survived by brothers Abe (Esther) Hiebert; Dave (Katie) Hiebert; Con (Ada) Hiebert; and Ben (Darlene) Hiebert; and sisters Helen (George) Enns and Kay (Helmut) Kreksch. Predeceased by parents Abram and Annie, older sister Elizabeth, and her sister Anne Peters who went to Heaven’s Gate just one day before Frieda. A Celebration of Life was held on Monday, January 21, 2008 at the Hand Hills Lake Clubhouse with Pastor James Clark officiating. Internment was at the Hanna Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Frieda’s memory may be made to the Drumheller Area Health Foundation, Acute Care Department at the Drumheller Hospital, 351- 9th St. N.W. Drumheller, T0J 0Y1. *** Note from the family *** - Thank you Auntie Anne for coming to take Mom home with you. After all her months of pain and suffering you showed her the way. We know you watched over her growing up and you’re still looking out for her. We have not only one angel in Heaven guiding us, but two. Heather Caseley of Coronation Funeral Home entrusted with arranements.1-888-578-2928.