SANDULAK, Betty
September 12, 1929 - June 21, 2013
Betty Sandulak of Drumheller, Alberta passed away peacefully, after a brief illness on June 21, 2013 at the age of 83 years. Betty’s husband Sam, predeceased her in July of 2010. Betty was born in the small hamlet of Munson at the family home on September 12, 1929. It was here that Betty and her twin brother, Irvin, were introduced to a childhood full of activity and fun with their 7 other siblings. At an early age, Betty learned to love the conversation and fellowship that could be developed over a cup of coffee. Betty kept busy with her family, friends and colleagues. She was always willing to bake a plautz (ObstKuchen), mix up some homemade lemonade or share some of her Easter bread. Betty was a skilled seamstress as many brides and bridesmaids in Drumheller wore a dress that was made in her sewing room. She always had time to repair, remodel or tailor a piece of clothing to meet someone's special requests. Betty was an avid gardener and took special delight in the flowers and vegetables that she planted each spring. Betty influenced many lives in her volunteer work and career as an Educational Assistant in her years at Central Elementary. She also enjoyed her time as a volunteer with the Ladies Auxiliary at the Drumheller Hospital. One of Betty’s favourite weekly activities was Aquasize with the girls, then going out afterwards for pie and coffee. Betty has numerous crafting activities and hobbies, but bird watching and collecting owl memorabilia were two areas where she excelled. It is rumored that Betty was occasionally seen frequenting the Last Chance Saloon for a cheese burger with her sister Liz or one of her nieces and nephews. Betty is survived by her son Irv Sandulak and wife Kathy, daughters Glenda Kendrick and husband Al, Ann Wade and husband Doug. Her grandchildren all had a chance to say their goodbyes before Betty passed; they are Justine Kendrick and Matt, Margo Gruenewald and Jason, Josh Sandulak, and Ryan, Kali and Paula Wade. Betty is also survived by her brothers, Nick Warkentin and wife Jean, and Ed Warkentin and wife Shirley. Betty was especially fond of her “honorary daughter”, Shelley Blanchett. All of her nieces, nephews and cousins played an important role in her life. Betty’s family would like to thank the Red Deer Regional Hospital for their outstanding care and compassion in her final days, and the Drumheller Hospital for their great support. Please join the family for a memorial and celebration of Betty Sandulak’s life on Friday, July 5th, 2013 from 1:00pm until 3:00 pm at the new Drumheller Badlands Community Centre- 80 Veterans Ways.
