Sharon Lea Czibere (nee Paterson), beloved wife of the late Nick Czibere, passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2011 at the age of 73 years. Her last days were spent surrounded by her family, whose loving presence and support brought her peace.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, December 22, 2011 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, December 23, 2011 at 10:30 A.M. with Reverend Vincent TuanHa Celebrant. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Sharon is survived by her children Brenda (Wayne) Cornelsen of Brooks and their children Lesley and Lauren; Nick (Stephanie) Czibere of Coalhurst and their children Hayley (Cam) Feyter and Nicholas (Chelsea) who blessed her with her first great grandson, Nico; Norm (Kathy) Czibere of Fort Saskatchewan and their children Mitchell, Graham and Abby; David (Stacey) Czibere of Fort McMurray and their children Emily, Connor, Sydney and Madison. She is also survived by her mother Lillian Paterson; sister Linda (Frank) Machacek; sisters-in-law Anne (Martin) Machacek and Marg (Dave) McCulloch and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Nick; father Robert Paterson; brother Bill Paterson; father-in-law Louis Racz and mother-in-law Margaret Racz.
Sharon was born on April 26, 1938 in the City of Lethbridge, the first child of Robert & Lillian Paterson. She was raised and educated in Taber.
Sharon married Nick Czibere on December 7, 1955. They started with nothing and built a life together. Nick’s work in the grain business saw them relocate several times. Over the years, Sharon made homes for her family in Cranford, Taber, High River, Claresholm, Grande Prairie and finally, back in Taber. The places changed but the homes were all the same. Nick made the living and Sharon made it worthwhile. In Sharon’s home, the coffee pot was always on. Conversations around her kitchen table solved most of the world’s problems. Her home cooking solved the rest (brownies, anyone?).
Sharon had numerous lifelong friends and she treasured times spent laughing over a card game or socializing at dances, barbecues and camping trips. With her friends, she served her community with her long time involvement in the Catholic Women’s League and the Order of Royal Purple.
Sharon was first and foremost a wife, mother and grandmother. Though she was heartbroken when she lost her Nick in 1996, she went on to build a life around her family. Again, the kitchen table was the center of her new home. From the joyous chaos of family gatherings to the quiet conversations with one person, she was happiest when her people came to her table... to her. Her favourite kitchen chair faced a wall displaying the most recent portraits of all of her beloved grandchildren. Above this “Wall of Fame” is a quote that reads “A life lived for family is a life worthwhile”. This truly was a reflection of Sharon’s life.
In her final years, Sharon managed numerous health issues with optimism and grace. She never complained. She felt her life had been blessed... with her husband, her family and her friends. Of course, they were the ones who were blessed.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Sharon’s name may be made directly to the Taber and District Health Foundation, 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1N9.

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Violet Coombs (nee Claeys), beloved wife of the late Dean Coombs of Taber and the late Raymond Skretting of Vauxhall, passed away in Taber with her daughter by her side on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at the age of 82 years.
A private family burial will precede the service at the Vauxhall Cemetery.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, 217 - 5 Street North, Vauxhall on Monday, November 21, 2011 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Wes Midgett officiating.
Vi is survived by her son Roger (Nadine) Skretting of Vauxhall; daughter Cathy (Jerry) Doell of Taber; Dean’s children Dale (Lana) Coombs, Rod (Linda) Coombs, Wendy (Bud) Heidinger all of Taber and Cindy (Darrell) Schafer of Medicine Hat as well as numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother Joe (Polly) Claeys of Lethbridge; sisters Georgette Aitken of Surrey, British Columbia and Clara (Walt) Staples of Lethbridge; sister-in-law Joan Claeys of Kelowna, British Columbia; step sister Erna (Garvin) Hart of Calgary; step mother Martha Claeys of Calgary as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her first husband Raymond Skretting; second husband Dean Coombs; son Dennis Skretting; parents Jules and Marie Claeys; brother Lucien Claeys; daughter-in-law Shelly Coombs; brother-in-law Dave Aitken.
Vi was born at Rolling Green, Alberta (south of Retlaw) on May 27, 1929 the fourth child of Jules and Marie Claeys. She grew up and received her schooling in Vauxhall, where she met and married her high school sweetheart, Raymond Skretting. Together they farmed and raised their family until Raymond’s passing in 1967. In 1968 Vi moved her family to Taber. While working at Campbell Electric she met Dean Coombs. Vi and Dean married in 1977 and lived at Johnson’s Addition, Picture Butte and Pioneer Place in Taber until Dean’s passing in 2007. She will be fondly remembered for her many years employed with Oddie’s Drug Store. Vi’s last days were spent at Linden View in Taber. She will be remembered for her warm heart, great cooking, quick wit and her wonderful sense of humour.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Vi’s name may be made directly the Alzheimer Society for Lethbridge and Area, 402, 740 - 4 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 0N9 or to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 204, 2323 - 32 Avenue NE, Calgary, Alberta T2E 6Z3.

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Pheobe Estella Alberta Current, beloved wife of the late Howard Current, passed away in Red Deer on Thursday, November 17, 2011 at the age of 99 years.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Knox United Church, 4929 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Sandra Riddell officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Pheobe is survived by her daughters Edna (Rodney) Foster of Lethbridge and Dianne (Tom) Barca of Red Deer; grandchildren Scott Borthwick of Lethbridge, Shari (Garett) Chatters of Lethbridge and Justin Barca of Red Deer; great granddaughter Ava Chatters of Lethbridge.
She was predeceased by her loving husband and best friend Ted; eight brothers Allen, John James, Walter, Alfred, William, Sam, and twins John and Hugh Egan; three sisters Mary Knox, Evelyn Lavenne and Margaret Tillotson; one son-in-law Denis Borthwick.
Pheobe was born July 29, 1912 on the family farm north of Bow Island, the youngest of twelve children of Allen and Margaret Egan. She married Ted Current on December 20, 1941 in Medicine Hat. Ted and Pheobe settled in Vauxhall and farmed in the area until 1952 when Ted obtained employment with the PFRA, where he served as a ditchrider for twenty one years. After Ted’s retirement they lived in Vauxhall for a few years before moving to Taber. Following Ted’s passing in 1988 Pheobe continued to live in Taber, moving to Pioneer Place in 1994. In 2004 she moved to Red Deer and resided in Pines Lodge Supportive Living until her passing. While living in Vauxhall, Pheobe was active in Parkview United Church and the Vauxhall Seniors, where she is an honorary member. After moving to Taber, Pheobe enjoyed bowling and volunteered at the Taber Extended Care.
Mom was an avid gardener, canning and freezing to make sure we always had plenty of winter stores. She was a great cook who could make a delicious meal out of anything when company arrived unannounced. We will always remember her fresh bread. There was never a shortage of pies or desserts around our home either. Through the years Mom also loved to sew and crochet.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Pheobe’s name may be made directly to the charity of one’s choice.
The Family would like to thank the staff at Pines Lodge Supportive Living for the care given to Mom while she resided there and also many thanks to Dr. Peter Mah for his kind, gentle, and respectful care to the end.

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With heartfelt sadness, the family of Dale Elmer Clifton announce his passing in Taber on Thursday, September 29, 2011 at the age of 90 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the church prior to the funeral service on Friday, October 7, 2011 between
12:00 P.M. and 12:40 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Taber Stake Centre, 4709 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Friday, October 7, 2011 at 1:00 P.M.
Dale leaves to treasure and cherish his memory, his wife of sixty nine years, June Clifton; four children Marvin (Vicki) Clifton, Diane (Donald) Hallstrom, Michael Clifton and Denyse (Todd) Brilz. His legacy also includes his twelve grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother G.R. (May) Clifton, sister-in-law Joy Clifton and by numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents Mary Ann (nee Rassmussen) & Freeman Clifton, sister Dorothy Chipman, two brothers Earl Clifton, James Clifton and sister-in-law Margaret Clifton.
Dale was born December 19, 1920 in Magrath. He spent his childhood on a homestead in Del Bonita and the remainder of his youth in Magrath.
Dale married June Ovard November 26, 1941 in the Cardston Alberta Temple. From 1942 to 1946, he served with the Royal Canadian Air Force. In 1947 Dale and June moved to Taber where he was employed by the Taber Sugar Factory for many years.
Dale was actively involved in his community and served on numerous boards and committees over the years. He served as a Justice of the Peace and also as a Marriage Commissioner. He was a dedicated member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and held numerous church callings.
Dale had a passion for life, especially laughter. He was also a great collector, not just of things but of hearts.
We would like to express our gratitude to all those who have taken part in Dale’s care throughout the years.

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 Dorothy Corvers, beloved wife of Reverend Jake Corvers, passed away peacefully in Taber on Sunday, September 18, 2011 at the age of 71 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, September 21, 2011 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
A private burial service will be held prior to the funeral service at the Taber Memorial Garden.
The Funeral Service will be held at the First Christian Reformed Church, 3902 Heritage Drive, Taber on Thursday, September 22, 2011 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Jim Zondervan officiating.
Besides her loving husband Jake, she is survived by her daughter Patricia (Randy) Hoeksema of Taber; special daughter Ni (Sonny) Lam; grandchildren Jennifer (Greg) De Plancke, Kimberly (Matt) Le Blanc and Sam Lam; great granddaughters Natasha and Bridgette De Plancke. Dorothy is also survived by her siblings Charles (Carrie) Rawcliffe, Mike (Barbara) Rawcliffe, Barbara (Jim) Britton, Lynda (Gary) Climie, Karen (Fred) Murphy, William Rawcliffe and David (Cindy) Rawcliffe.
She was predeceased by her grandson Jason Hoeksema; parents Charles and Beatrice Rawcliffe; sister and brother-in-law Joanne (Rolly) Coutu.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Dorothy’s name may be made directly to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, Box 2211, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4K7.

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Catherine Alice Chee passed away in Taber on Thursday, March 10, 2011 at the age of 92 years.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick's Parish, 2060 Haultain Street, Victoria, British Columbia on Saturday, March 19, 2011 at 12:10 P.M. with Reverend Paul Murphy Celebrant. A private family burial service will be held at the Taber Memorial Garden at a later date.

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David Christmas, beloved husband of Betty Christmas of Taber, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 7, 2011 at the age of 66 years.
A celebration of David’s life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, 5205 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, February 15, 2011 at 11:00 A.M.
Besides his loving wife Betty, David is survived by two sons, David Christmas of Lethbridge and Shane (Jackie) Christmas of Lethbridge and their children Mya & Carly Rose. He is also survived by his mother-in-law Adele Reamsbottom of Taber; brothers-in-law Bill (Chris) Reamsbottom of Taber, Dan (Mary) Reamsbottom of Lethbridge, Tim (Nancy) Reamsbottom of Taber, David (Kate) Reamsbottom of Medicine Hat, Terry (Sandra) Reamsbottom of Lethbridge; sister-in-law Joyce Christmas of Salmon Arm; numerous nieces and nephews; numerous cousins in England, two in Edmonton and by his best friend, Mike (Cathy) Ross of Taber.
He was predeceased by his parents Bill & Bertha Christmas, brother Eric Christmas and father-in-law Stan Reamsbottom.
Dave was born January 5, 1945 in London, England. In 1956 he immigrated to Canada along with his parents and his brother Eric. They settled in Calgary. Following his schooling, Dave served with the Royal Canadian Navy, was a member of the Calgary City Police and drove for Greyhound Bus Lines.
In 1979 Dave married Betty Reamsbottom and started Christmas Trucking. In 1982 they moved their two sons, David & Shane and the trucking business to Taber. Dave later sold the business and began working for the MD of Taber and the Department of Highways. From 1988 until the time of his passing, he was employed with Volker Stevin.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in David’s name may be made directly to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, Box 2211, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4K7.

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Anthony Joseph Crooymans, beloved husband of Alda Crooymans, passed away in Bow Island on Tuesday, January 25, 2011 at the age of 76 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 1113 - 1 Street East, Bow Island, on Friday, January 28, 2011 at 7:30 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 1113 - 1 Street East, Bow Island, on Saturday, January 29, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Fred Monk Celebrant. A private family burial will follow at the Bow Island Cemetery.
Tony is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Alda; daughter Marylene (Philip) Van Steekelenburg of Millicent and their children Emma and Aaron; sons John (Shawna) Crooymans of Bow Island and their children Sarah, Annaliese and Anthony; Joseph (Margriet) Crooymans of Bow Island and their children Brennan, Caytlin, Morgan and Nathan; Andrew (Caroline) Crooymans of Bow Island and their children Andrea, Jessica, Mattias and Kyle. He is also survived by one brother and three sisters, several brother and sisters-in-law and numerous nieces and nephews.
Tony was predeceased by his parents, two brothers and an infant sister.
Tony was born on March 19, 1934 in Gemert, Holland to Josephus and Helena Crooijmans. Tony immigrated to Canada in 1956 to follow his girlfriend and to pursue his dream of starting his own farm. Tony and Alda were married on June 22, 1957 in Lethbridge. Together they worked for Bill and Helen Kizema in Warner until their move to Bow Island in the fall of 1960. There they rented land until they purchased their own land in 1964. Tony enjoyed farming and worked hard to make it prosperous. Tony and Alda were blessed with four children, who all farm. His sons continue to operate the family farm. Tony received numerous awards for seed excellence but he was always the proudest of the crops that were grown in the field. He never worried about things and he always told his family not to worry. After retiring, Tony and Alda moved to a new home, were Tony spent much of his time landscaping their new yard. Tony and Alda traveled and spent all their time together. Tony enjoyed visiting with family and friends as well as dancing. He was always fond of children, most especially his grandchildren. He always carried candy in his pockets to give to them. He loved to spend time with his family.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Tony’s name may be made directly to the Bow Island Health Centre, Bag 3990, Bow Island, Alberta T0K 0G0 or to Mission Mexico, in care of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Box 56 Bow Island, Alberta T0K 0G0.

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Floyd Ronald Cole, beloved husband of the late Gladys Cole, passed away in Taber on Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at the age of 86 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, January 6, 2011 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, January 7, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Sandra Riddell officiating. A private family burial will follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Ron is survived by his children Eunice (Darriel) Gatz of Stavely and their children Jeffrey of Stavely, Kimberley (Andrew) Walker of Grande Prairie (their daughter Chloe); Sheila (Howard) Ashton of Calgary and their children Stacey (Trent) Shefsky of Kelowna (their children Tegin and Payton), Scott of Vancouver Island, Jennifer (Khang) Lam of Chestermere (their son Maddox); Ian (Denise) Cole of Taber and their children Kelly (Cory Briscoe) and Kevin all of Taber. He is also survived by two sisters Eileen (Frank) Boyce of Edmonton, Dorothy Swaren of Bowden and by numerous nieces and nephews.
Ron was predeceased by his wife Gladys on June 12, 2010; sister Helen Thomas; two brothers-in-law Tommy Thomas and Arnold Swaren.
Ron was born in Gwynne, Alberta on June 25, 1924 to Clara (nee Holmstrom) and George Cole. Ron met Gladys in Coronation. They were married in Camrose on February 15, 1947. Ron worked for the Canadian Pacific Railway and over the years they have resided in twenty three different places. They eventually moved to Taber. As a result of Gladys’ diagnosis with cancer in December 2009, she and Ron moved into the Clearview Lodge in February of 2010. Ron and Gladys were blessed with two new great grandchildren just before her passing, Chloe born January 23, 2010 and Maddox born June 5, 2010.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Ron’s name may be made directly to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, Box 2211, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4K7.

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Jean Catherine Clark (nee Neil), beloved wife of the late Raymond Clark, was called home by her Lord and Saviour on Saturday, November 27, 2010 at the age of 97 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to pay their respects at the Christian Community Church, Burdett on Saturday, December 4, 2010 between 11:30 A.M. and 12:30 P.M. ONLY.
A private family burial service will follow at the Burdett Cemetery prior to the memorial service.
The Memorial Service will be held at the Christian Community Church, Burdett (follow 5th Avenue all the way west) on Saturday, December 4, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Norman Smith officiating.
Jean is lovingly remembered by her daughters Audrey (David) White of Lethbridge and Elaine (Fred) Nordby of Red Deer; grandchildren Terry (Debby) Lane of Burdett, Natalie (Dale) Thacker of Bow Island, Donna (Cliff) Drader of Burdett, Robin (Sheila) Lane of Medicine Hat, Darcy (Lana) Lane of Burdett, Kirsten Nordby of New Westminster, British Columbia, Carla (Phil) Muir of Red Deer, Erik (Anita) Nordby of Vancouver and granddaughter-in-law Gail (Lee) Gibson of Burdett; twenty great grandchildren, fifteen great great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Raymond; parents James & Catherine Neil; grandson Dennis Lane; sisters Flora Hunter and Jenny Johnson; brother John Neil; sisters-in-law Helen Neil and Mildred Poole; brothers-in-law Harry Hunter, Johnny Johnson and William Poole.
Jean was born in Glasgow, Scotland on February 16, 1913. She grew up on a sheep ranch south of Burdett, attended the Burdett School and then went to Calgary Normal School where she received her teaching certificate. She returned to teach grades one to nine at Ballman School located ten miles south of Burdett. In 1934 she married Raymond Clark and moved to a sheep ranch on the north side of the Old Man River north of Grassy Lake. During this time, she gave had two daughters, Audrey and Elaine. In 1940 they bought some land northwest of Burdett and switched from sheep ranching to cattle ranching with some farmland. They built a new home in Burdett in 1954 which she still maintained as her home though she had been a resident of the Bow Island Auxiliary Hospital for the past two years. In 1957 Jean was stricken with polio but through hard work and determination she managed to get back on her feet and continue her life.
She was always actively involved in her community and often worked behind the scenes with her husband Raymond. She was pianist at the Burdett United Church and the Evangelical Free Church in Bow Island for many years; she was the C.G.I.T. leader in Burdett; was active in the Burdett W.I.; she designed the kitchen at the Burdett Centennial Hall and helped with catering meals there. She always opened her home for meetings and community birthday parties and we will always remember Jean's love of games. One never left her house without a game of clue, smear, rummikub or whatever was the latest fad. One never left without a cup of tea and an assortment of cookies, baked by her caregiver and best friend Diana, who has looked after Jean for the past twelve years. Jean's great great grandchildren nicknamed her "the cookie grandma".
Her family, friends and community will have fond memories of her poetry and music which she continually used to praise her Lord and Saviour. She is now home with Him and free from all her pain.
If friends so desire in lieu of flowers, memorial tributes in Jean’s name may be made directly to the “Trees of Hope” Campaign (cheques payable to Trees of Hope Campaign Bow Island), in care of Bow Island Health Centre, Bag 3990, Bow Island, Alberta T0K 0G0 or to the Burdett Community Cemetery Fund, in care of Dorothy Thacker, Box 19, Burdett, Alberta T0K 0J0.

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Juliana Josephina Collins (nee Bouw), beloved wife of Dennis Collins, passed away in Bow Island on Wednesday, November 24, 2010 at the age of 63 years.
The Funeral Service will be held at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 1113 - 1 Street East, Bow Island, on Monday, November 29, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Fred Monk officiating. A private family burial will take place at the Burdett Cemetery.
Besides her loving husband, Dennis, she is survived by her daughter Tanya of Vancouver; son Scott (Natalie) Collins of Bow Island; step grandchildren Kaleb and Jessica. Julia is also survived by her sisters Maria (John) Bevers of Lethbridge, Alda (Tony) Crooymans of Bow Island, Netta (Peter) Huvenaars of Taber, Mary (Ralph) Witdouck of Lethbridge, Helen Bouw of Lethbridge and Nellie Horii (friend Kelvin Hansen) of Coaldale; brothers Tony (Rita) Bouw of Lethbridge, Albert (Riet) Bouw of Lethbridge, Joe (Maryanne) Bouw of Bow Island as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her parents John and Petronella Bouw.
Julia was born March 13, 1947 in Holland. She immigrated with her family to Canada in 1955. In 1963 Julia completed secretarial and bookkeeping courses at Garbutt’s Business College which qualified her to start her career with Alberta Treasury Branch. While at ATB, she met Dennis whom she married in 1967. In time Julia devoted her full attention to raising her family. In 1988 She began work with Statistics Canada where she continued until 2008. One of Julia’s highlights with Statistics Canada was working in the Northwest Territories at Lupin Gold Mines and Jericho Mines in 1996. As well Julia worked in Norman Wells on the edge of the Mackenzie River in 2000. Among others, her many hobbies included gardening, landscaping, house renovations, quilting, needlepoint and reading. Julia’s strength and determination drove her to pursue perfection in anything she did.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Julia’s name may be made directly to the Bow Island Health Centre, Bag 3990, Bow Island, Alberta T0K 0G0 or to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 210D - 12 ‘A’ Street North, Lethbridge, Alberta T1H 2J1.

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Gladys Edith Cole, beloved wife of Ron Cole, passed away in Taber on Saturday, June 12, 2010 at the age of 84 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Monday, June 14, 2010 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Sandra Riddell officiating. A private family burial will take place in the Taber Memorial Garden.
Besides her loving husband Ron, she is survived by her children Eunice (Darriel) Gatz of Stavely and their children Jeffrey of Stavely, Kimberley (Andrew) Walker of Grande Prairie (their daughter Chloe); Sheila (Howard) Ashton of Calgary and their children Stacey (Trent) Shefsky of Kelowna (their children Tegin and Payton), Scott of Vancouver Island, Jennifer (Khang) Lam of Chestermere (their son Maddox); Ian (Denise) Cole of Taber and their children Kelly (Cory Briscoe) and Kevin all of Taber.
Gladys was born in Edmonton on January 1, 1926 to John and Grace Handby. She was raised on a farm at Fleet, Alberta. Gladys worked as a telephone operator in Coronation where she met her future husband Ronald Cole. They were married on February 15, 1947 in Camrose. Ron worked for the Canadian Pacific Railway and over the years they have resided in twenty three different places. Gladys worked as a bookkeeper in Grassy Lake. Following a move to Burdett she worked for a drugstore in Bow Island. They eventually moved to Taber where Gladys worked the majority of her working years at the Co-op, now the Taber Home and Farm Centre. She retired from there at the age of eighty one. In December of 2009 she was diagnosed with cancer. As a result Gladys and Ron moved into the Clearview Lodge in February of 2010. The joys in her life included her two puppies, crocheting, gardening and painting her house. Gladys was blessed with two new great grandchildren, Chloe born January 23, 2010 and Maddox born June 5, 2010. Moms favorite color was blue as many could see in her house where she painted her bathroom, including the door, all blue. She was famous for her cabbage rolls, banana bread and apple pie. Nobody could make a pie crust as thin as hers. She will be lovingly remembered by her family and friends.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Gladys’ name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2M7.

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Joanne Maureen Cann, passed away in Taber on Sunday, February 7, 2010 at the age of 68 years.
Joanne is survived by and will be missed by her companion Ken Lawson of Taber, three sisters Jean (Dale) Ellis and Judy (Des) McCarty both of Taber and Lynette (Dave) Jordan of Virden, Manitoba, one brother Victor (Cathy) Parks of Lethbridge, sisters-in-law Silvia Parks and Pat Boychuk both of Taber, aunt Francis and her family, numerous nieces and nephews as well as Dave & Dawn Stevenson and family of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan.
She was predeceased by an infant son Colin James Cann, her parents and grandparents, two brothers Bill Parks and Jack Parks and husband Bill Cann.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Sandra Riddell officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Joanne’s name may be made directly to the Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331 - 29 Street NW, Calgary, Alberta T2N 4N2.

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Isabel Mary Conrad, beloved wife of the late Charles Conrad, passed away in Taber on Wednesday, January 27, 2010 at the age of 85 years.
Isabel is survived by her children Alice Bissonette (David Buzz) of Lethbridge and her children David, Walter, Robert & Peter; Florence Mason of Carmangay and her children Charles, Wendy & Patricia; Linda (John) Hay of Lethbridge and her children Dale & Amber; Molly Gregus (Jake Mandel) of Vauxhall and her children Christopher (Annie Valgardson), Ashley (Shawn Hillier) & Jordan; numerous great grandchildren including the most recent addition born Saturday, January 23, 2010, weighing in at 6lbs., Peytyn Gregus. Isabel is also survived by a brother-in-law Don Milburn of Snow Lake, Manitoba as well as by numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Charles; her first husband Robert Mather; three brothers Alan, Peter and Sonny Harrington; four sisters Rita Henline, Ethel Berry, Marion Webber and Sadie Issac; sister-in-law Laverne Milburn and son-in-law Cecil Mason.
Isabel was born on July 25, 1924 in Tisdale, Saskatchewan where she was raised and educated. In 1958 Isabel moved to Taber where she has resided until her passing. She enjoyed fishing, bingo, travelling and was an avid gardener. Isabel was also fond of the holidays and going for picnics. She always looked forward to her visits with the ladies from the church. Isabel always enjoyed spending time with her family who will miss her dearly.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Monday, February 1, 2010 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. and at the church prior to the funeral service on Tuesday, February 2, 2010 between 10:00 A.M. and 10:40 A.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Taber Stake Centre, 4709 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. with Bishop Ken Holst conducting. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Isabel’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 210D - 12 A Street North, Lethbridge, Alberta T1H 2J1 or to the Taber Hospital Foundation (Continuing Care), 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1N9.

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Bill C.A. Carter beloved husband of Margaret Carter, passed away peacefully in Taber on Sunday, March 1, 2009 at the age of 88 years.
Besides his loving wife Margaret, he is survived by his son Boyd (Lil) Carter of Innisfree; daughters Sandra Brinson of Airdrie and Collette Jarvis of Calgary; eleven grandchildren and twenty three great grandchildren as well as his extended family.
Bill was predeceased by his son-in-law Laurel Jarvis.
Dad will always be remembered for his love of horses, his sense of humour and his story telling technique which was sometimes emphasized. He was very thankful for his wife, all his grandchildren, great grandchildren, son and daughter-in-law and his daughters.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Saturday, March 7, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Kris Peters officiating.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Bill’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Girls Rodeo Association, Box 6152, Station D, Calgary, Alberta T2P 2C8.

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Jessica Alexandra Cook, beloved daughter of Jody Cook and Mike Cook, passed away in Taber on Thursday, January 1, 2009 at the age of 15 years.
Besides her loving parents Jody and Mike, she is survived by her siblings Jordan and Mitchell Cook of Taber; grandfather Elmer Cook (Gwen DePlancke) of Vauxhall; great grandmother Jessie Dunsmore of Innisfail; uncles John (Sandra) Parry of Charlottetown, P.E.I. and Jack (Lonni) Parry of Denmark; aunts Shelah (Matt) Medak of Innisfail and Kelli Cook (Dale) of Taber; great aunts Florence (Don) Wonnacott and Lois Norton of Charlottetown, P.E.I. as well as numerous other relatives.
Jessica was predeceased by her grandparents Jean Parry (nee MacLean), Julie Parry (nee Kerkhoff), Phil Parry and Sandra Cook (nee Dunsmore).
Jessica will be remembered for her kind and caring personality. She was independent and had a unique sense of humour. Jessica enjoyed movies, music, camping and food, especially pizza. Those that had the pleasure of knowing Jessica will also remember the “love taps” she liked to give. Jessica touched the lives of everyone that knew her. She will be especially missed by her brother and sister with whom she shared a kind, special relationship. Jessica will be lovingly remembered by her family and friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, January 6, 2009 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at Knox United Church, 4929 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, January 7, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Frank Lewis officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Jessica’s name may be made directly to the Autism Society of Alberta, c/o Suite 403, 609 – 14 Street N.W., Calgary, Alberta T2N 2A1 or to the Canadian Down Syndrome Society, 811 - 14 Street N.W., Calgary, Alberta T2N 2A4.
The family would like to thank the many teachers, helpers and friends for their many acts of kindness shown to Jessica. They would also like to express their sincere gratitude to the students at D.A. Ferguson and W.R. Myers.

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Orest Chomyc, beloved husband of Lovie Chomyc of Taber, passed away in Taber on Friday, December 19, 2008 at the age of 76 years.
Orest is survived by his wife Lovie; son Robert (Sandra) Chomyc of Sherwood Park; grandsons Clarke and Calvin Chomyc; brother Nestor (Bonnie) Chomik; sister Helen Bodnar; step-sister Marie (Les) Tolman; step-brother John (Blanche) Budnik and sister-in-law Mary Budnik as well as numerous other relatives.
He was predeceased by his son Curtis; parents Metro and Rose Chomik; step-brother Billy Budnik and brother-in-law Edward Bodnar.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Saturday, December 27, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Frank Lewis officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Orest’s name may be made directly to the Alzheimer Society for Lethbridge and Area, #402, 740 - 4 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 0N9.

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Louis Joseph Cyr passed away in Lethbridge on Wednesday, August 27, 2008 at the age of 75 years.
He is survived by his brother Armand (Ellen) Cyr of Grande Prairie; two sisters, Alice (Roland) Anderson of Hillcrest and Eva Wikenheiser of Lethbridge; Nieces & Nephews, Daniel (Laura) Anderson, Louise Anderson-Bossert, Darlene (Joe) Nemeth, Diane Horvath, James (Stacy) Anderson, Jeff (Tracy) Wikenheiser, Greg (Kim) Wikenheiser, Paula Cameron (Paul Beaudoin), Lisa Wikenheiser, Miles Cyr, Lex Cyr and Crystal Martin and their families.
Louis was born to Elizabeth & Eugene Cyr at Bow Island on November 5, 1932. He lived most of his life in the Burdett and Bow Island area, making many acquaintances and close friends. In 1999 he moved to Lethbridge to be closer to family.
Louis enjoyed touring the country side with his sister Eva. A good game of pool or crib was always a must! Louis will be sadly missed by his family and many friends.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 1101 - 1 Street East, Bow Island on Wednesday, September 3, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Fred Monk Celebrant. Burial to follow at the Bow Island Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Louis’ name may be made directly to the Shriners Hospitals for Children, 1529 Cedar Avenue, Montreal, Quebec H3G 1A6.

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Gerald Delbert Culver of Retlaw, lost his battle with cancer on Saturday, July 26, 2008 at the age of 73 years.
Uncle Gerald was born in Retlaw, Alberta and remained in the area until his passing. He farmed the original homestead which was first purchased in 1908, as well as land he added over the years. His love of the land was evident to all and caring for it his top priority.
He was predeceased by his wife Autie; his parents Charlie and Hazel; brothers Ross and Joe; sister Virginia Holoboff and nephew William Holoboff.
Gerald is survived by his step-son Shane (Suzanne) Bowden and also lovingly remembered and highly respected by his many nieces and nephews; Myrna Brady, Alberta Schneider, Ron Culver, Sherry Schulz, Wayne Culver, Ken Culver, Linda Andruschak, Dianne Secrist, Jim Culver, Joanne Olson, Terry Franz, Jack Culver, Jerry Culver, Rocky Culver, Samantha Colmer, Ronda Culver and Tracey Culver.
Being the last of his generation he went out of his way to ensure Christmas Eve was for family and was open to all who wished to gather at the Retlaw Hall.
A public viewing and an opportunity to meet with Gerald’s family will take place at the Vauxhall Legion Hall, 217 - 5 Street N., Vauxhall on Thursday, July 31, 2008 between 7:00 and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Retlaw Union/United Church, Retlaw on Friday, August 1, 2008 at 10:30 A.M. with Ray Speaker officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.

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Harold (Hank) Morgan Collett of Taber, beloved husband of Daisy Louise Collett, passed away peacefully on Thursday July 24, 2008 at the age of 78 years.
Besides Daisy, his loving wife of 58 years, Harold is survived by his children Pat (Cliff) Gough of Great Falls, Montana, Judy (Brian) Horrocks of Taber, Dale (Judy) Collett of Taber, Delbert Collett of Lethbridge, Dwayne (Linda) Collett of Taber and Sherry Collett of Taber. Harold will be sadly missed by his sixteen grandchildren Scott, Beckie, Chad, Stacey, Mark, Tyler, Erin, Dana, Michele, Crystal, Chelsea, Cassandra, Jessie, Dillon, Devin and Amber as well as twenty five great grandchildren. He will also be missed by his two sisters Vivian Rombough and Eileen Collett; brother Bobby Collett.
He was predeceased by his parents Morgan and Pheobe Collett; father and mother-in-law Ed and Ella Shockey; sister-in-law Barb Collett; brothers-in-law Archie Rombough, Lum Shockey and Roy Shockey.
Harold was born in Taber on March 22, 1930. He attended school at the Fincastle County School. It was here while he attended Fincastle School that he met Daisy Shockey. They were married in 1949. Harold farmed most of his life but also rode lease for the Fincastle Grazing Association. Later he owned Collett’s Livestock Trucking and Hank’s Oilfield Service. His love of
horses and rodeo’s will be forever remembered.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Monday, July 28, 2008 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Taber Stake Centre, 4709 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, July 29, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Harold’s memory can be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2M7.

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Beatrice Fern Christensen, beloved wife of the late George Alfred Christensen, passed away peacefully in Taber on Wednesday, June 4, 2008 at the age of 89 years.
Fern will be lovingly remembered by her daughters Dolores Christie of Lethbridge, Betty Christensen of Edmonton, Georgia (Norris) Iverson of Balzac and Verna (Eric) Tilleman of Taber; grandchildren Deborah, Karen, Robert, Jo-Ann, Bonnie, Paula, Brad, Brandi, Ryan and Carrie; twenty one great grandchildren, five great great grandchildren and her sister Ethel Hill of Salem, Oregon.
She was predeceased by her parents LeRoy and Blanche Bowser; brothers Edgar, Albert and Victor; sisters Irene, Wanda, Dorothy, Kathryn and Pauline.
Fern was born on January 18, 1919 in Cereal, Alberta to LeRoy and Blanche Bowser. Her early years were spent at the homestead in Cereal. Fern later moved to the community of Wrentham where she met her husband and began her family. The young family moved to Stirling then to Taber where she has continued to reside until her passing.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family prior to the funeral service in the Relief Society Room of the church from 12:00 P.M. to 12:40 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Taber Stake Centre, 4709 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Saturday, June 7, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. with Bishop Mark Baldry conducting. A private family burial will follow at Archmount Cemetery, Lethbridge.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Fern’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 210D, 12 ‘A’ Street North, Lethbridge, Alberta T1H 2J1 or to the Alzheimer Society for Lethbridge and Area, #402, 740 - 4 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 0N9.

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Christina Coutts, beloved wife of the late John Coutts, passed away in Bow Island on Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at the age of 90 years.
Christina Coutts (nee Cunningham) was born February 14, 1918 in Kelty, Scotland. She married John Coutts on March 7, 1942 in Edinburgh, Scotland and together they raised a family of four children, Nancy (Bob) Johnson their children Cheryl and Shelley; David (Nolly) Coutts their children Anita and Glenda; Allan (Judy) Coutts and their children Lisa, John and Brian; George (Gloria) Coutts and their children Jennifer and Jeff. Also left behind are ten great grandchildren.
 Mum (as she always signed her name) was a war bride and came to Canada after the war. They first resided in Edmonton and in 1954 they moved to the Bow Island area where they raised their children. She was a founding member of the Bow Island Hospital Auxiliary, loved to bowl and never got tired of having her grandchildren or great grandchildren around her. Grandma had a very youthful spirit and was always willing to participate in any activities her children or grandchildren would think of, whether it was baseball, swimming, tobogganing, playing Monopoly (she was wicked with that), camping or playing cards.
She was predeceased by her husband John in 1982; grandson Paul Twidale; son-in-law Bob Johnson and by two brothers in Scotland. The only one to survive her is her brother-in-law Jim (Norma) Coutts of Fort Macleod, besides nieces and nephews in Scotland and Canada.
Christina never forgot her scottish heritage and kept her brogue until the day she left this earth. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her and her memory will be with us forever.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Bow Island Evangelical Free Church, 214 - 4 Avenue West, Bow Island on Saturday, March 29, 2008 at 3:00 P.M. with Reverend Mike Deridder officiating.
Burial to follow at the Bow Island Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Christina’s name may be made directly to the Bow Island Health Centre, P.O. Bag 3990, Bow Island, Alberta T0K 0G0 or to the Southern Alberta Bible Camp, P.O. Box 99, Lomond, Alberta T0L 1G0.

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