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Condolences to the family of Norma Esther Seeger

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SEEGER
Norma Esther

August 4, 1935 - June 12, 2024

Norma Esther Seeger (nee Currie), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away peacefully after a lengthy battle with Dementia on June 12, 2024, at the age of 88 at the Drumheller Health Centre.
Norma was born in Medicine Hat to Ambrose and Artie Currie. She grew up and went to school in Patricia, Alberta. Norma was a loving and devoted wife to her husband Ron for 67 years. Together they built a beautiful life filled with love and laughter. She was a cherished mother to her four children, Cameron (Suthin), Dean (Colleen), David and Barbara (Murray). Norma was a proud grandmother to Shannon (Cody), Mellissa (Brad), Courtney, Amber, Cassie (Chloe), Holly, and Claire (Marice), and great grandmother to Marshall, Cali, Roarke, and Jacklynn and an auntie to numerous nieces and nephews.
Norma and Ron built their lives and raised their family in Vauxhall and Fort Macleod. In 1985 they moved to Delia, Alberta where they enjoyed, for many years, being a part of that community.
Norma enjoyed playing cards with family and friends, reading, camping, doing puzzles, and gardening. She was a talented cook, well known for creating delicious meals both at home and at her various roles in restaurants, catering and cafeterias, Norma was best known for her delicious homemade pies.
Norma will be deeply missed by her husband Ron, and her entire family and a lifetime of friends.
A Celebration of Life luncheon will be held Friday, June 21, 2024, at 2:00 P.M. at the Delia Senior’s Drop-in Centre, Delia, Alberta. If friends so desire memorial donations may be made to the Drumheller Area Health Foundation (Long Term Care) or the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada.
Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Homes are in care of the arrangements. 403-823-2666

Condolences to the family of Laura Mildred Kelly (nee Winn)

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KELLY
(née Winn)
Laura Mildred

February 15, 1934 - June 10, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Laura Kelly (née Winn), who left us peacefully on June 10, 2024. Laura is survived by her children, Delilah, Gary, Debbie (Larry), Julie, and Garth (Brenda); grandchildren, Jeannette, Gordon, Krista, Shane, Patricia, and John; five great-grandchildren; as well as nieces, nephews, and a large circle of friends who were touched by her generous spirit and unconditional love.
Laura was predeceased by her beloved parents, Orval and Berndine, siblings, Tom, Bill, Wes, Johnny, Ernest, Martin, Orval (Bay), Vera, Violet; children, Julie Anne, and Guy; grandchildren, Dusty and Schendal. Laura’s passing marks the end of an era for her family.
A Celebration of Laura’s life will be held in Drumheller at the Canalta Jurassic Hotel (1103 AB-9, Drumheller, AB) on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 12:00 p.m., where all are welcome to honour and remember the incredible woman she was. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wetaskiwin Health Foundation in her memory.
Rest in peace, Laura. Your love and legacy will forever be cherished..

Honoured to Serve the Kelly Family
Baker Funeral Chapel
780.352.2501 Or 888.752.2501
condolences: www.womboldfuneralhomes.com

Condolences to the family of Karla Katherine Nielsen (nee Newsome)

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NIELSEN
(nee Newsome)
Karla Katherine

February 14, 1973 - June 15, 2024

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Karla Katherine Nielsen (nee Newsome) on June 15th, 2024, in Drumheller, AB. Karla passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, bringing an end to her long fought battle with cervical cancer.
Born Valentine’s Day of 1973 in Calgary, Alberta to parents Darrell and Flora Newsome, Karla was born to love the world and everyone in it. Karla was a proud farm kid, growing up on a grain and cattle farm near Cremona, Alta with her siblings Shannon, John and Rachel. Karla attended the University of Lethbridge, getting a dual degree in English and Education. It was there that she met the love of her life, Steven Nielsen, who she married on a memorably cold December 28th, 1996.
Karla spent most of her early 20’s travelling around the world and teaching English with her husband in South Korea and Abu Dhabi, UAE. After giving birth to their first born Alia Katherine in 2001, Karla and Steve returned back to Canada, settling on an acreage between Delia and Morrin, where they would remain for the next 23 years. It was in Drumheller that Karla would give birth to her two other daughters Sonya Marie and Stefanie Jayne in 2002 and 2004. Karla taught at Morrin School for over a decade and was beloved by her students and colleagues alike.
Karla was diagnosed with cervical cancer in the Spring of 2022. She proved without doubt that it is possible to be a lover and a fighter, as she fought ferociously, wielding the power of her love. Through treatments, procedures, complications and surgeries, she was steadfast in her strength and determination, touching the hearts of countless people in her community and in every hospital and treatment room she entered. Her fighting spirit was fueled by the endless support and compassion of countless doctors, nurses and community members who we will be forever grateful to.
A service will be held for Karla on Sunday, June 23rd at the Morrin School at 2 p.m. The service will be streamed online for those unable to attend in person. If desired, donations can be made to the Drumheller Community Cancer Centre. To know Karla was to love her, and to be loved by her. She will be missed dearly.

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