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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Brian Michael Collett, beloved husband of Kathy Collett of Taber, loving father to Tara, Tasha and Serena and dear son of Brian and Adele Collett, passed away suddenly as a result of an accident on Friday, November 30, 2007 at the age of 46 years.
Michael was born in Taber on June 12, 1961. As a boy he enrolled in Queen Scouts and traveled to P.E.I. for the World Scout Jamboree. He was an artist in his younger days, had the ability to write eloquently and had an appreciation of drama as he acted in the play “Charlie’s Aunt”. These three talents were passed down through his three girls. He was physically active and as a teenager he played tennis, belonged to a curling team and later would play racquetball where he made many friends. He also enjoyed playing cards, board games and later he liked to play strategic computer games. As a young teenager he was in an ESSO commercial that ran during Hockey Night in Canada.
He graduated Salutatorian from St. Mary’s High School in 1979. He then attended the University of Lethbridge where he earned a Bachelor of Management degree in 1983. He later went to the Lethbridge Community College where he took agriculture courses. Following this he purchased a half section of land and soon began farming with his dad in Collett Farms Company.
Michael enjoyed farming and would spend a lot of time taking care of the cattle or his “four legged girls”. As a young boy there was a saying “Michael being Michael”. He had a unique sense of humor and enjoyed the company of his family and friends. During a few slow winters he would work on his Genealogy and enjoyed listening to stories of the past at family reunions.
Michael married Kathy Pavka on November 4, 1989. He is survived by his loving wife Kathy; daughters Tara, Tasha and Serena; parents Brian and Adele; brother Chris (Helen); uncles Barney (Kathy) Kerkhoff, Terry (Barb) Kerkhoff and Dr. Dean (Carol) Collett; numerous cousins, mother-in-law Frances Pavka, brother-in-law Richard Pavka and his step grandmother Marg Kerkhoff.
He was predeceased by his grandparents Reuben and Myrtle Collett, Bernard and Pat Kerkhoff and his father-in-law John Pavka.
Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, December 5, 2007 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, December 6, 2007 at 10:30 A.M. with Reverend Mariusz Sztuk SDS Celebrant.  Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Michael’s name may be made directly to the Taber Hospital Foundation, 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1N9.

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It is with great sadness that we mourn the sudden passing of Barbara Louise Collett (nee Taylor), beloved wife of Robert Collett of Taber, on Friday, September 7, 2007 at the age of 63 years.
Barbara is survived by her husband of 32 years Robert Collett, her children David Collett (Cindy), Debbie Stolte, Darlene (Randy) Shaw , Marsha Collett and Jason Taylor-Collett; her grandchildren Larissa Collett, Lindzi (Tyler) Megyes, Lesley Collett (Sam), Layne Collett, Trevor (Natalie) Collett, Justin Stolte, Colette (James) Finnigan, Courtney Shaw, Christopher Shaw, Angela Shaw and Brianna Shaw and six great grandchildren.  She is also survived by her brother Larry (Lynn) Taylor and her nieces and nephews Michelle (Paul) Darby, Jennifer (Rob) Rowland, Sara (Jay) Sheen, Jared (Tanis) Taylor, Brett (Christina) Taylor, their families and numerous members of the Collett family.
She was predeceased by her parents Herbert and Louise Taylor, infant brother Charles Grant Taylor and her parents-in-law Morgan and Phoebe Collett.
Barbara was born in Accrington, Lancashire, England December 2, 1943, immigrated to Rosemary, Alberta in 1947 and then moved to Taber in 1950 where she resided most of her life. Barb graduated from nursing in 1962 and dedicated the rest of her life to caring for others. Most of her career was spent at the Taber Hospital where she was always able to make people laugh. Barb had a great sense of humor, loved to be around people, was caring and thoughtful. She spent many enjoyable hours organizing and researching family history.  Barb will be lovingly remembered by all of those that were under her care and by her family.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Monday, September 10, 2007 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
A Graveside Service will be held at the Taber Memorial Garden, one kilometer north of 64 Avenue on 50 Street, Taber on Tuesday, September 11, 2007 at 1:30 P.M.
In honour of Barb’s wishes to forgo the formalities of a traditional funeral service, relatives and friends are invited to meet the family in the auditorium of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Taber Stake Centre, 4709 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, September 11, 2007 at 2:00 P.M.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Barbara’s name may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 207, 542 - 7 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta  T1J 2H1 or to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 210D - 12A Street North, Lethbridge, Alberta  T1H 2J1.

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Darren Crockford, beloved husband of Cinnamon Knibb, passed away suddenly and tragically on Saturday, July 7, 2007 at the age of 40 years.
Darren was born June 22, 1967 in Calgary.  At the age of nine years he moved to Taber with his mother Norma.  Darren was raised in Taber where he received his schooling.  For the past ten years Darren and Cinnamon have resided in Lethbridge.  Darren spent some time working in the oil patch and most recently was apprenticing as a plumber.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, July 13, 2007 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Elizabeth Brown of the First United  Church in Lethbridge officiating.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Darren’s name may be made directly to the P.A.W. Society, 249 - 12 ‘A’ Street North, Lethbridge, Alberta T1H 2J2.

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Mr. Daniel Dean Coombs of Taber, beloved husband of Mrs. Vi Coombs, passed away on Tuesday, April 10, 2007 at the age of 79 years.
Dean was born at Warner on June 9, 1927, the son of Frank and Myrtle Coombs.  Dean received his schooling in Warner after which he attended Calgary Tech (S.A.I.T.) in mechanics.  He worked in Warner as a mechanic until 1962 when he moved to Taber to work for Price Bros. Texaco. He later worked at McDonald Chevrolet retiring in 1980. Dean and Vi moved to Picture Butte in 1996 returning to Taber in 2006. Dean had a love of music from the time he was a young boy.  He played in bands as a drummer from the age of 12 and throughout the following years.  He also had a passion for airplanes and motorcycles.
Besides his loving wife Vi, Dean is survived by his children Dale (Lana), Rod (Linda) and Wendy (Bud) Heidinger all of Taber and Cindy (Darrell) Schafer of Medicine Hat; seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren; two sisters Alice Dunk of Lethbridge and Goldie Dickson of Vancouver and a brother Bill (Judy) Coombs of Ottawa.  He is also survived by Vi’s children Roger (Nadine) Skretting of Vauxhall and Cathy (Jerry) Doell of Taber; seven grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.
Dean was predeceased by a brother Ben Coombs and stepson Dennis Skretting.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, April 13, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Wes Midgett officiating.

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Francis Wesley Craddock, beloved husband of Irene Craddock of Taber, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge on Thursday, December 7, 2006 at the age of 84 years.
Besides his loving wife Irene, Francis is survived by his son Len (Marilyn) of Lethbridge and their children Brant, Jeffrey (Julie), Trevor and Candice; his son Lawrence (Loretta) of Lethbridge and their children Tim and Kelly Jo; his daughter Bernadette (Dale) Weitz of Lethbridge and their children Brad (Kelly), Jamie (Deeanna) and Brent; nine great grandchildren and by his brother James of Taber.
He was predeceased by his parents, his sister-in-law Marion and by an infant sister.
Francis was born at Taber December 27, 1921 and was the son of Wesley and Honoria Cradduck. He received his schooling at Bon Ayr School. He married Irene Sherburne November 23, 1946. Francis farmed for many years with both his father and his brother. Francis enjoyed singing and loved music, playing drums in several dance bands through the years. Francis has always had an avid interest in automotives and sports. He enjoyed competitive shooting and was very active in the Taber Gun Club. Francis was a real “people person”.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, December 12, 2006 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Knox United Church, 4929 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, December 13, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Elizabeth Brown of the First United Church in Lethbridge, officiating. Interment to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Francis’ name may be made directly to the Cancer Clinic Lethbridge, 960 - 19 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 1W5.

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Louis Herbert Conrad, beloved husband of the late Ethis Harding Conrad, passed away peacefully at the Raymond Long Term Care Centre on Sunday, December 3, 2006 at the age of 91 years.
In passing, Louis leaves to mourn, his children Rita (Dale) Lusk of Lethbridge, Jean Cannady of Raymond, Judy (Murray) Craig of Calgary, Larry (Beryl) Conrad of Claresholm, Doug (Wendy) Conrad of Calgary and Burt (Kathi) Conrad of Orem, Utah.  He is also survived by twenty five grandchildren, fifty great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his wife Ethis; children Mary and Myrna; granddaughter Darla; parents Milton and Josephine Conrad; siblings Laverl, Elmer, Roy, Howard, Dean and Fay.
Louis was born October 16, 1915 in Taber, Alberta to Milton William Conrad and Josephine Evans VanDam Conrad, the fifth of seven children.  His early years were spent on the family farm and ranch learning to work hard.  He married his sweetheart Ethis on March 27, 1937 in the Cardston, Alberta L.D.S. Temple.  He served in the Canadian Armed Forces during the second world war, first moving Mom and four little girls to Taber into two small rooms of the Charles Edwards’ home.  Following the war, he decided that he enjoyed mechanical work more than agriculture and became a heavy duty mechanic.  Mom and Dad lived in many communities, as Dad’s work required, including Taber, Magrath, High River and Calgary in Alberta, and Lilloet, Gibson’s and Riondel in British Columbia, where they left many loyal friends behind in each community as they served the church and their fellow men.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the church prior to the funeral service on Saturday, December 9, 2006 from 12:45 P.M. to 1:40 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, December 9, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. with Bishop Mark Baldry conducting. Interment to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire,  memorial tributes in Louis’ name may be made directly to the Alzheimer Society for Lethbridge and Area, #162, 200 - 4 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4C9.

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Marion Evelyn Confrey of Taber, passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at the age of 89 years.
She is survived by her daughters Ella (Floyd) Bratvold of Medicine Hat and Colleen (Dave) Tessier of Taber; thirteen grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.
She was predeceased by her husband John, parents Hammond and Anna Marsh; brothers John Marsh and Art Marsh and by her sisters Lillian Lofthang and Mabel O’Neil.
Marion was born June 23, 1917 in Illerbrun, Saskatchewan to Hammond and Anna Marsh.  She married John Confrey on April 4, 1934 and they had two daughters, Ella and Colleen.  John and Marion farmed together in the Illerbrun district in Saskatchewan.  They later moved to Simmie where they together were the janitors at the local school.  Marion had many interests which included gardening, tatting and embroidering.  She especially enjoyed visiting with her children, grandchildren and her great grandchildren.
  Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the  Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, November 30, 2006 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 Friday, December 1, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. with
Reverend Elizabeth Brown of First United Church in Lethbridge, officiating.  Interment to follow at the Memory Gardens Cemetery in Swift Current, Saskatchewan.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Marion’s name may be made directly to the Alzheimer Society for Lethbridge and Area, #162, 200 - 4 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4C9.

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Ruth Campbell, beloved wife of the late Ken Campbell of Burdett, passed away at the Bow Island Health Centre on Wednesday, November 1, 2006 at the age of 93 years.
She is survived by her children: Richard (Madeleine) Campbell of Medicine Hat, Brian Campbell of Edmonton and Bruce (Bev) Campbell of Lethbridge; eight grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.  Ruth is also survived by two brothers: Howard Rash of Taber and Tom (Leota) Rash of Calgary; two sisters-in-law: Doris Campbell of Burdett and Carol Campbell of Bow Island and by one special niece, Jennifer Fletcher.
She was predeceased by her husband Kenneth Campbell, her son David Campbell and two brothers, Harold Rash and William Rash.
It is with great sorrow that we announce the death of our dearly beloved Ruth.  Ruth was born in Taber, Alberta on June 13, 1913 to Esther and Linvil Rash.  She was raised on a farm south of Purple Springs.  At the age of sixteen she began a sewing career that would span more than seventy years.  At the age of ninety she ended her professional sewing projects.  While raising four boys she always found the time to help others.  Mom was an active volunteer in the community.  She volunteered with the Canadian Cancer Society for sixty-three years and was recognized for having the longest consecutive years in volunteer service with their organization. She also volunteered for the Burdett Community Cemetery for many years.  Ruth was a long time member of the Burdett Women’s Institute, Canadian Red Cross, Royal Purple of Canada, Burdett United Church Women and the 4-H, where she taught many young girls how to sew.  One highlight of Ruth’s life was when she was honoured as Citizen of the Year for Burdett.  This spoke volumes of how the community, her friends and family felt about her.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Burdett United Church, Burdett on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Sandra McMillan officiating.  A private family Interment will follow at the Burdett Community Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Ruth’s name may be made directly to the St. Andrew’s United Church Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 36, Bow Island, Alberta T0K 0G0  or to the Burdett Community Cemetery Fund, P.O. Box 19, Burdett, Alberta  T0K 0J0.

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"Wyman took his final flight on Thursday, March 23, 2006 to touch the hand of God and receive his second set of wings...."

Wyman Ellsworth Campbell, beloved husband of Doris Campbell of Burdett, passed away at the Bow Island Health Centre at the age of 88 years.
Besides Doris, his loving wife of more than fifty six years, Wyman is survived by his children Dale (Gloria), Cheryl Ell, Howard (Heather), Glen (Bonnie) and Craig (Marina). He is also survived by his grandchildren Scott (Tania) and Steven Campbell, Kristian and Michael Ell, Kristin (Aaron) Sturgeon, Erin and Matthew Campbell, Taylor and Jordan Campbell, Shelby and Dusty Renschler; his great granddaughter Ruby-Ann Sturgeon; his sisters-in-law Ruth Campbell and Carol Campbell and by his special cousin Merle Thacker.
He was predeceased by his parents Roy and Mina, his sisters Dorothy Morrison and Esther McMahen, his brothers Kenneth, Alvin and Donald, his son-in-law Daryl Ell and by his nephews David Campbell and Robert McMahen.
Wyman was born in Bow Island on October 25, 1917. He received all of his schooling in Burdett after which he helped his dad on the farm for five years. He then enrolled in the Aeronautical Engineering course at SAIT in Calgary. He then gained employment at Elementary Flight Training School in Lethbridge and High River. In 1943, Wyman joined the air force and received his wings, graduating with the highest marks ever attained up to that point. He received his officers commission for Pilot Instructor and instructed in Claresholm and High River in the Commonwealth Air Training Program. He missed the opportunity to fly overseas as his flying skills were deemed more valuable as an instructor on the homefront. Following his discharge, he worked on the construction on the highway to Grimshaw. He and a couple of chums also did brushcutting west of Innisfail. This is where he would meet his future wife Doris Hillman, an RN working in Innisfail. After a two year courtship, they were wed January 7, 1950. They returned to the family farm at Burdett in April of 1950 where he farmed full time until his retirement in January 1990. When not farming, Wyman enjoyed playing trumpet and saxophone in several dance bands, as well as with his brothers Ken and Donald, his son Glen and his nephew Richard. He also enjoyed playing the piano and shared hours of music with his family. Many of those hours with kids and grandkids on his knee or on the bench alongside him. Many Sunday nights were spent at the family farmhouse with Wyman and his siblings playing up a storm, which also involved huge bowls of popcorn and fudge. He also maintained his flying skills and passed on his love of flying to his kids. After retiring from farming, Wyman and Doris resided in Burdett where he kept himself busy with projects in his woodworking shop.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Burdett United Church, Burdett on Monday, March 27, 2006 at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Sandra McMillan officiating.  A private family graveside service will follow in the Burdett Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Wyman's name may be made directly to the Burdett Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 105, Burdett, Alberta  T0K 0J0 and/or to the Bow Island & District Ambulance Service, P.O. Box 1172, Bow Island, Alberta  T0K 0G0.

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Myrtle "Annabell" Christensen of Taber, passed away at the Taber Hospital on Tuesday, January 17, 2006 at the age of 87 years.
Annabell was born in New Dayton on August 18, 1918 to parents Richard Blake and Myrtle Nate. She was raised in New Dayton and after the passing of her mother Mrytle she was raised by her grandparents William and Lebenna Nate.
On October 7, 1940 Bill Christensen and Annabell were married and resided on the family farm in Wrentham. Bill passed away on August 31, 1945. Annabell continued to live on the farm until November 19, 1951 when she married Eugene Christensen. They moved to Taber where she has resided until her passing.
Her greatest enjoyment was spent with her family and friends playing cards, reminiscing and enjoying her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She leaves to mourn her passing her children Ken (Judy), Larry (Linda), Janet (Allan) Wagner all of Taber and Brian (Michelle) of Lethbridge; eleven grandchildren Jody (Dennis) Bura of Evansburge, Alberta, Lynn (Kathleen) of Kennewick, Washington State, Layne (Tanya), Scott, Rhonda (Gord) Hoskins, Kim (Eden) Hammerstedt, Tasha (Kelly) Hanke and Chad Wagner all of Taber and Leland, Brant and Tory all of Lethbridge; fourteen great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Bill in 1945 and husband Eugene in 1966, sister Evelyn in 2001, parents Richard in 1965 and Mrytle in 1918.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, January 20, 2006 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. and also at the church prior to the funeral service on Saturday, January 21, 2006 from 9:45 A.M. to 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 Saturday, January 21, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. with Bishop Michael Saunders conducting. Interment to follow in the Stirling Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Annabell's name may be made directly to the charity of one's personal choosing.

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Walter Grant Cleland passed away in Bow Island, Alberta, with his family at his side, on January 8, 2006 at the age of 80 years.
Walt is survived by his wife of 58 years, Norma; two daughters Eleanor Cleland (Luke Naydiuk) and Jennifer (Roger) Penner; four sons Del (Vicki), Owen (Cynthia), Stuart (Arlene) and Cam (Susan); sixteen grandchildren Jordan (Jody), Troy (Leanne), Kirsten (Steve), Brooke (Ryan), Kelan, Jasmin (Carey), Brynn, Cayle, Taren, Colyn, Sydney, Carson, Mack, Austin, Kale, Ty; six great grandchildren Lauren, Nicholas, Brannon, Hailey, Caydin and Makaya. He is also survived by his brother Ralph (Jean) Cleland; sisters Lyla (Jim) Mitchell, Verna (Cliff) Castiglioni and a brother-in-law Cyril Richards.
Walt was predeceased by his mother and father May and Albert Cleland, oldest sister Marjorie Richards, his brother Ray Cleland and his infant daughter.
Walt was born October 24, 1925 and raised in the Porcupine Hills north of Cowley and met the love of his life Norma Simpson while attending high school in Pincher Creek. He spent his entire working life involved in agriculture in Pincher Creek, Taber and Bow Island areas.  In 1962 he moved to Bow Island to develop a vision of his business, with partners and friends Bob and Barb Simmons, in a dry edible bean business, along with a farming operation.  The bean business started as Island Seed Industries with a few hundred acres of production, and today has grown to 50,000 acres, two processing plants and production marketed throughout the world.  His farming career lasted twenty plus years and involved all of his sons. It also involved him in many agriculture industry boards, mainly in bean production as President of Alberta Pulse Growers and Western Canadian Pulse Growers.
His life away from work revolved around his children, who were all very active in sports, his music which involved singing and harmonica playing, dancing and service to his community. He managed and coached many hockey and ball teams, and spent many years umpiring ball and was involved in Alberta baseball as Commissioner, Vice President, President and Past President. He was also involved in  the Alberta Baseball Umpires Association for baseball and slopitch.  His coaching highlight was the Burdett Generals mens slopitch team, which all four of his sons played on, and their two Provincial titles and silver and bronze medals at the Slopitch Nationals.  He received many awards for his work involving sports and was honoured with a Life Time membership in the Alberta Baseball Association.  His music involved singing as a soloist and in the United Church choir. Walt and Adrian Stensrud spent many hours singing and playing harmonica and guitar. They also had many entertaining nights down at Jim Wutzke's shop "The Palm Breeze Hotel".  His harmonica playing was also the favorite of the little grandchildren and great grandchildren as he would get them dancing up a storm to the entertainment of all the adults.
In his later life his biggest enjoyment was his grand and great grandchildren, he spent many hours playing with them.  His camping trips with just himself and six to eight grandchildren heading out with the truck and the old trailer for two to three days were always a miracle to the parents and lasting memories to Walt and the grandkids. They all have their stories of those times.  In his last years as he became afflicted with lung disease and was not able to get around, one of his passions and mainstays of his days was coffee with the local coffee crew in Bow Island.  Walt made many good friends and was able to joke with the guys in his dry humor style, and debate all the problems of Bow Island and the world at great lengths.
The Funeral Service will be held at St. Andrew's United Church, 139-2 Ave. West, Bow Island on Thursday, January 12, 2006 at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Sandra McMillan officiating. Interment will follow in the Bow Island Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Town of Bow Island, Arena Expansion Fund, Box 100, Bow Island, Alberta T0K 0G0 or to the St. Andrew's United Church Memorial Fund, Box
36, Bow Island, Alberta  T0K 0G0.

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