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Condolences to the family of Irene Marguerite Kohut

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KOHUT
Irene Marguerite

October 27, 1939 - August 30, 2019

Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great- Grandmother, Sister, Auntie, Sister in law and Friend, departed this world on August 30, 2019 at the age of 79 years old.
Irene was predeceased by her son John Jr. The one comfort for the family is knowing they are now together.
Irene has been a long-time resident of Drumheller. Born on October 27, 1939.
Irene will be missed by many. Irene was a very proud member of the Community of Drumheller. She always enjoyed being involved in different initiatives throughout the Valley. She was generous and giving of her time. She loved her Beta Sigma Phi ladies’ group and she was a strong support to John and the Rotary Club.
Irene and John started Hi-Way 9 Express in 1969. She treated everyone as part of her family and was loved by all who knew her as a result. Many people didn’t realize how involved she was with the Company, however, in the early years Irene and John worked side by side to get the Company going. Her pride and joy was MIK Carriers. For years people didn’t know what this meant however it was her brain child (Mrs. Irene Kohut).
Anyone who knew her, knew that she was as kind and gentle of a person as you would ever meet. It didn’t matter what hand she was dealt - didn’t matter if she got knocked down. She just took things in stride, and bounced back. She was resilient. Irene kindly cared for everybody before herself.
Irene was an amazing mother of 4 children, grandmother to 12 and great grandmother to 5. She loved them all more than anything, and was proud of them every single day. She was never happier than when she was with anyone of them, they were her world.
Irene was a wife, she spent 60 years with the love of her life, John, they married February 14, 1959. She was devoted, caring, supportive and honest. After 60 years of marriage, John and Irene still looked at each other with that little sparkle in their eyes.
Although she is no longer with us on Earth, she will always be in our hearts.
Irene leaves to mourn her beloved husband of 60 years, John Kohut. Her daughter Heather (Kelly) son Darrell (Kathy) and son Dean (Katherine). Her grandchildren Christopher Kohut, Karly Bensmiller, Kyle Kohut, Trent, Taylor, and Madison Colberg, Scott Kohut, Kristine Gillon, Jeffrey, Paige, Tyler, and Mackenzie Kohut as well as her five great grandchildren Cash, Quinn, Finley, Weston, and Mack.
Irene is also survived by her sister Carol Braunberger (Roy), brothers Ted Rounds, Jim Markle (Gwen) and cousin Paul DeCosta (Sheila), as well as special nieces, nephews, sisters in law and friends.
Irene was predeceased by son John Kohut Jr, her mother Estelle Lawrence and father Speed (Harold) Rounds. Her sister Jackie Davis, Auntie Doreen, Auntie Irene, and many other family members and friends.
A Celebration of Life for Irene will be held at a later date.
Donations may be made to Heart to Heart Society, Box 162, Drumheller, Alberta T0J 0Y0

Condolences to the family of (Big John) Makos

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MAKOS
(BIG JOHN)

September 10, 1931 - August 31, 2019

John passed away peacefully at the Drumheller Hospital.
He is survived by his nephew, Rick (Gayle) Trembecky, nieces, Sandra Hajash, Susan Hajash-Johnson and nephew Don Hajash and their families.
He was predeceased by sisters Helen Trembecky and Liz Hajash.
John grew up in Star Mine (Rosedale). He played baseball for the Rosedale Midways. From there tryouts with the Brooklyn Dodgers. He went on to work for the Food Wholesale Business (West Fair Foods) in Red Deer and Edmonton, retiring to Rosedale 25 years ago.
He was an avid Blue Jays and Oilers Fan.
He will be missed by his fishing buddies - Chester Pinter and John Kakuk and a good neighbour Shirley Los.
At John’s request no service will be held.

Condolences to the family of Ethel Louise Howlett (Gibbons)

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HOWLETT
(Gibbons)
Ethel Louise

March 7, 1941 - August 29, 2019

A golden leaf has fallen off of the Howlett family tree. Ethel Louise Howlett (Gibbons), cherished wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, age 78, of Stettler, Alberta quietly passed surrounded by her family on August 29, 2019.
Ethel, the eighth child of Harley and Jennie Gibbons was born on March 7, 1941 in Blackfalds, Alberta. She grew up in the Blackfalds area and attended Blackfalds School for Grades 1-8, and the Nelson School in Lacombe for Grade 9. She left school early to care for her ill mother and handicapped brothers. Ethel’s brother Archie introduced her to a handsome fella named Leslie Howlett and they were married November 14,1959. To this union five daughters were born. Les’ career with the Alberta Wheat Pool took them to Chancellor, Wetaskiwin, Rimbey, Bentley, Bittern Lake, Beynon, Huxley and Carbon where they raised their family. In 1990, they retired to Stettler to be near family. 2018 they moved into Paragon Place Lodge, Stettler.
Ethel’s life revolved around her home and family. Ethel was the keeper of the stories--family history, birthdays and anniversaries. She also was a wealth of knowledge for baking and canning. The best recipes were always just a phone call away. Ethel enjoyed doing crafts. She delighted in gifting her handmade cross stitch pictures, knitted baby clothes, afghans, and crocheted tablecloths to family and friends. These are real treasures to us all. Ethel loved playing the chord organ and her guitar. Blue Grass and country music were her favourite, and she enjoyed a much-anticipated trip to Nashville in 2017. Family celebrations were also cherished by Ethel. In June, we held an early 60th Wedding Anniversary party in which the whole family was in attendance. She was very proud to see the family tree that a lifetime of love had created.
She leaves to mourn her husband of 60 years, Leslie and five daughters: Wanda (Keith) Best of Nanaimo, Kathy (Mike) Hofer of Rockyford, Valerie (Bruce) Mappin of Erskine, Michelle (Peter) Larsen of Standard and Marilyn (Michael) Weatherald of Rimbey; eleven grandchildren: Brandi (Dan) Belliveau, Shane Best, Stephanie (Jeff) Yule, Meghan Nichols (Rolly Thomson), Angeline (Lindsey) Shadlock, Charlee Mappin, Bobbie Mappin (Devon Robinson), Ashley (Wes) Kirkpatrick, Melissa (Garrett) Smith-McCormack, Colby Weatherald (Annie Schur) and Connor Weatherald; and nine great grandchildren: Dylan Belliveau, Payton, Taylor & Sawyer Yule, Raeleigh & Nash Nichols, Westin & Ruger Shadlock and Jack Smith-McCormack.
She will also be sorely missed by her brother Archie Gibbons and in-laws Jack Juke, Harry (Joyce) Howlett, Ken Craig and Fern Nelson, numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
It was an honour for the family to care for our mother during her courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. The family was very fortunate to have time to reminisce with many relatives and friends over the past few months. Special thanks to Dr. Kuschke, Dr. Mpisi, Dr. Rehan, and the ER staff at Drumheller hospital, Tammy Caldron, Wendy Poole, Jennifer Nagy, Strathmore/Calgary Homecare, Rev. Barbara Lieurance and Keith and Darlene Murphy.
A private family service will be held at her request. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, the Alberta Cancer Foundation or to a charity of your own choice.

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