George Paun, beloved husband of Susan Paun of Taber, passed away peacefully at the Forest Grove Care Centre in Calgary on Wednesday, September 16, 2009 at the age of 84 years.
George will be lovingly remembered by Susan, his loving wife of sixty one years; daughter Beverly (Vern) Hewitt of 150 Mile House, British Columbia; son Larry (Debra) Paun of Calgary; five grandchildren and five great grandchildren; He is also survived by three sisters, Anne Hall of Lethbridge, Hettie (Jack) Irwin of Kelowna, Nellie Zeramba of Lethbridge; sister-in-law Barbara Paun of Taber and by numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents; brother John Paun; two sisters, Helen Susa, Mary Topal and by four brothers-in-law, Norman Hall, Connie Zeramba, Ted Susa and Nick Topal.
George was born in Dysart, Saskatchewan on September 6, 1925. He had a special place in his heart for music. There was never a dull moment and in his spare time he would play his fiddle, guitar or banjo along with all his favorite country tunes. George loved using his hands to craft the latest and greatest new camper RV for he and Susan to enjoy while they travelled the Gypsy lifestyle to there next great adventure.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Monday, September 21, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Dale Lang officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in George’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2M7.

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Our beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Joyce Palmer (nee Harris), passed away in Lethbridge on Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at the age of 84 years.

Joyce was born on May 27, 1925 to Ivan Evans Harris and Maude Tufts Harris. She married Donald L. Porter on March 27, 1946 and they were blessed with seven children. Craig (Nancy) Porter of Las Vegas, Nevada, Logan (Jane) Porter of Barnwell, Shanon (Ross)  Anderson of Taber, infant child, Afton (Dale) George of Las Vegas, Nevada, Charmaine (Barry) Humphrey of Redcliff and Ashlee Atkins of Maricopa, Arizona; twenty two grandchildren and twenty three great grandchildren. Joyce is also survived by the children and spouses of Bill Streibel and the children and spouses of Delbert Palmer; her siblings Bernarr (Inez) Harris, Garth (Betty) Harris, NaVee (Curtis) Wynder and Gary (Evelyn) Harris as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her parents Ivan and Maude; husbands Donald L. Porter, Bill Streibel and Delbert Palmer; an infant son and a grandson Donald J. Porter.

Joyce was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She and Don obtained land through the Veterans Land Act and raised their family north of Fincastle on this homestead. She was in the Navy during the Second World War. Joyce served three missions for the Church, one to London, England and two to Jamaica. She lived and worked in Vernon, British Columbia and later became a nanny in Pennsylvania for two years. Joyce was a sports enthusiast and was active in a variety of sports in her early years. Mom enjoyed quilting, putting together jigsaw puzzles and travelling to visit her family.

Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, July 24, 2009 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.and also at the church prior to the funeral service on Saturday, July 25, 2009 between 11:00 A.M. and 11:40 A.M.

The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Lethbridge East Stake, 4105 Forestry Avenue South, Lethbridge on Saturday, July 25, 2009 at 12:00 P.M with Bishop Douglas Wilde conducting. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.

If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Joyce's name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2M7.

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Robert Lewis Poynton, beloved husband of Carol Poynton of Vauxhall, passed away in Taber on Thursday, May 7, 2009 at the age of 80 years.
Bob is survived by his beloved wife of fifty-five years, Carol; his children Craig (Barb) Poynton of Coquitlam, British Columbia and their children Nicole and Cameron; Valerie (Doug) Keyes of Leduc and their children Conley and Hillary; Kathleen Poynton of Vernon, British Columbia; James Poynton of Ponoka and Kelly (Ryta Wolf) of Calgary and his children Brent, Rennie and Kaylena and their mother Tracy Lawson-Poynton of Vauxhall. He is also survived by his sister Marion Purschke of Terrace, British Columbia; niece Linda (John) Furney of Victoria, British Columbia and their daughter Jess; nephews Brian and Tim Scanlon of Whittier, California.
He was predeceased by his parents Bill & Jessie Poynton; brother Jack Poynton; sister Shirley Scanlon; brothers-in-law Al Purschke and Bob Scanlon.
Bob was born August 27, 1928 in Medicine Hat. He was raised on the family farm north of Vauxhall and attended Kinlock School and Vauxhall High School. He graduated from Olds School of Agriculture in 1949, eager to do what he loved, farm! Bob married Carol Conley of Scandia in 1954. They started farming with a quarter of native prairie grassland and hauled two old country schools onto the land. One was their family home for a few years and the other, Kinlock School, was his garage. Bob and Carol planted a shelterbelt to protect their growing family from the west wind. They raised five children on this windswept prairie and eventually were glad to welcome their seven grandchildren into their home. Bob raised beef cattle and grew mixed grain and alfalfa crops. From flood irrigating to wheel moves to pivots, from teams of horses to tractors, Bob witnessed many changes in the farming industry. Bob’s community involvement over the years has included working with the Lease Association, Soft Wheat Growers, Masonic Lodge, Kinsmen, Lions Club, Vauxhall Agricultural Society and the Vauxhall Seniors. Bob and his father Bill helped build St. Stephen’s Anglican Church in Vauxhall and Bob was a member of St. Theodore’s Anglican Church in Taber. He and his wife Carol have been members of the board of the Schizophrenia Society of Alberta, Lethbridge Chapter for many years. Bob always had a love of mechanical work and overhauled a lot of engines and machinery in his old “Kinlock” garage. Bob collected antique vehicles and machinery and on many a parade day he drove his Model T car. He played the piano and enjoyed sing songs with family and friends. In their later years Bob played every day and Carol sang along. Bob loved to tell a good story and always had a funny joke to share. He enjoyed visiting with friends and family and will be lovingly missed.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at
the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, May 13, 2009 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Vauxhall Mennonite Brethren Church, 320 - 9 Street North, Vauxhall on Thursday, May 14, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Wil Stonehill of St. Theodore’s Anglican Church, Taber officiating. Burial to follow in the Vauxhall Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Bob’s name may be made directly to the Schizophrenia Society of Alberta, 363 Stafford Drive North, Lethbridge, Alberta T1H 2A7.

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Anna Penner, beloved wife of John Penner of Lethbridge (formerly of Vauxhall), passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, March 5, 2009 at the age of 80 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Monday, March 9, 2009 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Vauxhall Mennonite Brethren Church, 320 - 9 Street North, Vauxhall on Tuesday, March 10, 2009 at 1:00 P.M. with Bishop John Hiebert officiating. Burial to follow at the Vauxhall Mennonite Cemetery.
 

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Theodore James Powell passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Wednesday, January 7, 2009 at the age of 57 years.
He is survived by his children Ryan (Lisa) Powell of Coaldale and their daughter Mariah; Ashley (Tom) Speakman of Lethbridge; siblings Marian Hendricks of Lethbridge, Deanna (Robert) Dickson of Burdett and Richard (Margaret) Powell of Lethbridge.
He was predeceased by his parents Alex and Olga Powell; brother-in-law Donald Hendricks and niece Susan Dickson.
Ted was born on October 4, 1951 in Taber. He spent his life working on the family farm, originally in Fincastle and then moving south of Grassy Lake, eventually taking the farm over in 1973. Ted enjoyed spending his time off the farm travelling. He has travelled extensively throughout the U.S. spending the majority of that time in Montana, Arizona, Nevada and Hawaii. Since retiring from farming, he has spent time in Cuba, the west coast and interior of B.C. Ted loved to spend time with family and was always there to watch his kids
participate in the activities they were involved in. He enjoyed live music and dancing. In recent years he has enjoyed spending time with his granddaughter Mariah and his “grand-dog” LeRoy. Ted will be missed greatly by his family and many friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, January 13, 2009 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at Knox United Church, 4929 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, January 14, 2009 at
11:00 A.M. with Reverend Wil Stonehill of St. Theodore’s Anglican Church, officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.

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Elizabeth Peta of Calgary passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at the age of 89 years.
Elizabeth will be lovingly remembered by her daughter and son-in-law Julianna and Blake Thomas, and a granddaughter Shannon Thomas, all of Calgary.
She was predeceased by her husband Stephen and son Leslie Bakos.
Born in Hungary October 24, 1919, Elizabeth immigrated to Canada as a young girl and resided in Taber for many years before moving to Calgary in 1953.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Saturday, December 13, 2008 at 9:00 A.M. with Reverend Mariusz Sztuk SDS Celebrant. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Elizabeth’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 204, 2323 - 32 Avenue N.E., Calgary, Alberta T2E 6Z3. Telephone: (403) 266-0620 - ext. 112; www.diabetes.ca.
The family wishes to offer their sincere appreciation to the McKenzie Towne Care Centre for their compassionate care of Elizabeth. to the Medicine Hat Cancer Clinic, 666 - 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 4H6.

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Iola Doney Platt, the dear sweet Mother of Don, Rose and Ila Rae, and wife of the long deceased Ben Platt, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 2, 2008 at the age of 99 years.
Iola is survived by her children Don (Sharon) Platt who are serving a mission in St. Maarten, Rose (Don - deceased) Fisher of Vauxhall and Ila Rae (James) Watmough of Lethbridge. She was the beloved grandmother of fourteen grandchildren Shari (Brad) Hill, Sina (Dustin) Jensen, Donel (Kari) Platt, Damon (Jody) Platt, Tiana (James) Gardner, Tamera (David - deceased) Quackenbush, Tracy (Richard) Graham, Scott (Janine) Fisher, Brian Fisher, Julie (Jay) O’Bray, Angela (Don) Gordon, Jim (Lori) Buchanan, Kristy (Ryan) Meyring and Todd (Mindy) Buchanan. Great grandmother to forty great grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her parents, siblings and their spouses.
Iola was the last living family member of Joseph and Elleanor Doney. She was born October 17, 1909 in Frankburg, Alberta. She was raised on the Doney farm in Brant, Alberta, where she rode a horse to school. Iola took piano lessons and was fortunate enough to get a year of Normal School which qualified her to become a teacher. It was during her high school years that Iola and Ben’s relationship developed. Because of the depression era their courtship lasted for several years. Finally, on January 2, 1935, they were married in the Cardston Alberta Temple. They moved to Barnwell in July 1937 and lived there until Ben’s passing. Iola remaind in Barnwell until June 1995 when she moved into the Clearview Lodge in Taber. She spent several years there until she was hospitalized and transferred to Continuing Care. She never complained and always had a smile on her face. Iola will best be remembered for her many tireless hours she freely gave to anyone wanting accompaniment for a wedding, funeral, social, church function or festival. She was always willing to sit down and play for anyone. Music was always a part of her home. She also gave unselfish service through many years of teaching her young students in grade three with a devotion and loyalty few would match.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the church prior to the funeral service on Saturday, December 13, 2008 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, Barnwell Chapel, on Saturday, December 13, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. with Bishop Eric Jensen conducting. Burial to follow in the Barnwell Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tribute’s in Iola’s name may be made directly to the Taber Hospital Foundation (Continuing Care), 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1N9.

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Olga Leschuk Powell beloved wife of the late Alexander Powell, passed away at the Edith Cavell Care Centre on Saturday, November 15, 2008 at the age of 85 years.
She is survived by her children Marian Hendricks of Lethbridge, Deanna (Robert) Dickson of Burdett, Richard (Margaret) Powell of Lethbridge and Ted Powell of Lethbridge; grandchildren and great grandchildren Jim (Lori) Hendricks and their daughter Mason; Debbie Hendricks, Dan (Kathy) Harmon and their children Jennifer and Mark; Robert Jr. (Carol) Dickson and their children Brittany and Courtney; Allan Dickson, Patty (Joseph) Rooks and their children Ayden and Victoria; Kathleen (J.J.) SharpAdze and their son Dalton; Alexander Currie and his children Damien, Sydney and Siovhan; Shane Powell, Ryan (Lisa) Powell and their daughter Mariah; Ashley (Tom) Speakman. She is also survived by her brother Bill (Nelda) Leschuk; sisters-in-law Ann Allen, Jeanette Powell, Helen Peterson and Carol Korsa; brother-in-law John Korsa as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Alex; parents Roman and Ewdokia Leszczuk; granddaughter Susan Dickson; great grandson Dean Hendricks; son-in-law Donald Hendricks; sister Rene Tate; brother Johnny Leschuk; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law George (Margaret) Powell, Bill Allen, Mike Powell, Bill (Mary)
Powell, Leo Peterson, Wilfred (Mary) Peterson and George Korsa.
Olga was born March 19, 1923 in Siniow, Poland to Roman and Ewdokia Leszczuk. She married Alexander Powell in New Westminster, British Columbia on October 27, 1943. They moved to Taber in 1945 where she has resided until her passing. Olga was active in St. Theodore’s Anglican Church woman’s group and the Kiwanis Ladies. She enjoyed gardening, cooking and baking. Olga had a wonderful sense of humour. She will be remembered for her cheerful disposition and always smiling even when she wasn’t feeling well. Olga always enjoyed visiting with her family and friends. To Olga family was everything and she always loved the times spent with them.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, November 20, 2008 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. and again on Friday, November 21, 2008 between 12:30 P.M. and 1:30 P.M. at the Southland Funeral Chapel.
The Funeral Service will be held at St. Theodore’s Anglican Church, 5120 - 44 Avenue, Taber on Friday, November 21, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Wil Stonehill officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.

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Dear Mom
You were the kindest, dearest mother to ever have. You chose us..... and loved us truly with all your heart. We will cherish and appreciate the many memories we have of you. We will never forget the unconditional love and service you gave. You will be in our hearts always.
Love Deveney, Cameron and Shelley.
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Crystal Mae Payne Platt, beloved wife of the late Lyle Miles Platt, departed this life at her home in Barnwell on Monday, October 27, 2008, surrounded by her family, at the age of 85 years.
Crystal is survived by her children Deveney (Clifton) Walters of Kona, Hawaii, Cameron (Mary Ann) of Lethbridge and Shelley Platt (Rick Burla) of Barnwell. She was the beloved grandmother of eight grandchildren Trent (Cheryl) Walters, Brett (Sandy) Walters, Lynae (Seth) Gambee, Kelli Ann (Duane) Ellingson, Tiffany (Sherman) Williams, Clark (Samantha) Platt, Curtis (Ashley) Platt, Tayler Platt-Burla; fifteen great grandchildren Megan, Bailey, Riley, Jalen, Payton, Dylan, Sydney, Brock, Rocco, Abygail, Grayson, Dax, Gracie, Corson and Krew.
She was predeceased by her parents, siblings and their spouses. She was the last living descendant of Frank and Crystal Payne.
Crystal was our rock, our pillar of strength and our solid foundation. She touched all our lives in her very special way.
Crystal was the youngest child of Frank and Crystal Payne. She grew up with five brothers and two sisters in a loving home where everyone learned how to work.
She took most of her schooling in Mountain View, Alberta where she graduated from High School. Her family lived right next to Payne Lake which was named after her parents. She then went to Calgary and enrolled in Beauty school and then later enrolled in Secretarial school where she graduated in 1942. Crystal had many good memories of the fun times that she and her girlfriends had while living at “The Riot Hall” in Calgary. While working in Calgary, she met a wonderful man from Brant, Alberta who she married on October 17, 1945 in the Alberta Temple. Crystal and Lyle have fond memories of going to dances, sporting events and spending time with their friends and family.
Following their marriage they lived in Brant for four years where they ran the Platt farm. Crystal and Lyle moved to Taber in the fall of 1949 and then to Barnwell in the spring of 1950 where they made Barnwell their permanent home.
Crystal’s devotion to family, church and community has shown in the untold hours of service she has given in these areas. Her talent for organizing and her love of helping people were manifested throughout her life. Her membership in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was very important to her and she was active and faithful and had a strong testimony. She served in leadership and teaching positions in all church organizations including serving as Stake Primary President in three Stakes and held that position for ten years.
Crystal was a very generous woman, a wonderful wife and mother and her sense of loyalty and responsibility to her family was her number one priority. She loved people and loved to work. Crystal had great compassion for people and she always tried to look on the bright side of life through the many hardships she endured. Mom’s favorite saying was “I’ll be better tomorrow”!
Crystal was a wonderful cook and hostess and she loved to have family and friends into her home for wonderful meals. She loved to bake and can from her huge garden and would be happy to share with anyone who needed it and did just that. She has a beautiful soprano voice and loved to sing and sang in church and community choirs.
She loved to watch and support her children and grandchildren in various events. Everyone always knew when Crystal was attending these events by her distinctively loud and shrill whistle which she learned to do while herding sheep at Payne Lake as a child.
Crystal was a beautiful woman and always took pride in how she presented herself to others. She loved and appreciated things of beauty. She loved mountains, lakes, horses and cattle grazing on a green hillside and flowers. Her favorite flowers were gladiolus which she and Lyle grew in their garden and shared with friends and neighbors.
Crystal will be remembered as a dear woman with great strength, a generous heart and a love for people. She was “Mom”, “Grandma”, “Sis”, “Aunt Crystal” and “Friend” to many who knew her and a tremendous matriarch to her own family. Her greatest love was to be around her family, friends and to laugh and enjoy each other. Crystal’s wish was that we give service, work hard, love one another and be happy.
Compassion and caring seemed to come easy to mom. She was always willing to lend a hand and offer unconditional love and acceptance to her family and friends. They knew her quiet strength and faith. Her first love was her family and then her service and dedication to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and could always be found helping those in need.
Mom will be missed by all who loved her... but, leaves a legacy of influence and good memories for us all to remember.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Sunday, November 2, 2008 between 6:00 P.M. and 7:30 P.M. and at the church prior to the funeral service on Monday, November 3, 2008 between 10:30 A.M. to 11:40 A.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Barnwell Chapel on Monday, November 3, 2008 at 12:00 P.M. with Bishop Eric Jensen conducting. Burial to follow at the Barnwell Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Crystal’s name may be made directly to the Taber Hospital Foundation, 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber T1G 1N9.

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William James Ronald Parks Jr., beloved husband of Silvia Parks of Taber, passed away in Taber on Monday, October 20, 2008 at the age of 55 years.
Besides his loving wife Silvia, Bill is survived by his children, Laurie (Todd) Kerkhoff of Sherwood Park and their daughter Morgan; Jeremy (Natasha) Parks of Taber and his children Jordan, Audray, Saidey, Raygan, Owen and baby Leigha Lynn; Maryann (Steve) Verloop of Medicine Hat and their children Tyler, Joshua and Nathan; Jaclyn (Gary Tatlow) Parks of Medicine Hat and their daughter Teagan. He is also survived by his sisters Joanne Cann, Jean (Dale) Ellis, Judy (Des) McCarty and Lynette (Dave) Jordan; brother Victor (Cathy) Parks, sister-in-law Pat Boychuk, numerous nieces and nephews and by auntie Francis and her family.
He was predeceased by his parents William “Manny” Sr. & Velma Parks, brother Jack Parks and brother-in-law Bill Cann.
Bill, also known as “sport”, was born in Taber on April 9, 1953. He married Silvia Bruder on April 15, 1972 and together they raised their four children. Bill was well known in the oilpatch, having spent many years in the industry. He loved hockey, especially the Toronto Maple Leafs. In his younger years he spent time coaching both minor hockey and baseball in the Taber community. Bill also enjoyed collecting coins. His family was always his priority and his love in life. He will be sadly missed by his family, co-workers and many friends. Bill was extremely fond of his dogs and will be missed by the four of them, Bailey, Cassie, Rex and Max.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, October 23, 2008 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at Knox United Church, 4929 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Friday, October 24, 2008 at 3:00 P.M. with Reverend Frank Lewis officiating. A private family burial will be held at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in William’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 - 12 A Street North, Lethbridge, Alberta T1H 2J1.

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Mary Ellen Paulette, beloved wife of Gary Paulette of Barnwell passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2008 at the age of 61 years.
Mary Ellen was born to parents Nick and Mary Malinsky on October 28, 1946 at Taber, Alberta where she was raised and received her schooling. She married Gary Paulette on September 22, 1962 and later moved to Barnwell where they raised their five children. Mary Ellen owned her own upholstery business in Barnwell and spent countless hours working on her crafts. Her most precious gift was her family and the love she had for them. She especially enjoyed watching her grandchildren in their various sporting activities. Her dog, Sam, was also very special to her. With overwhelming strength and courage she faced her illness and fought to the end. Mary Ellen will be sadly missed by her family.
She is survived by her husband Gary; mother Mary Malinsky; children Dean (Tracey) Paulette, Tracy Paulette, Pam (Scott) Caunter and Cody Paulette; grandchildren Danny (Meranda) Witwer, Billie-Anne Paulette, Beccie Fletcher, Josh Paulette, Dylan Paulette, Joel Fletcher, Tanner Paulette and Spencer Karl; sisters Carolyn Jensen and Gwen (Gordon) Vayro and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She is also survived by her in-laws Joe (Buster) Brown, Robert Paulette, Gwen (Gary) Kerkhoff and Bruce (Jillian) Cavelle. Mary Ellen was predeceased by her son Danny Paulette, father Nick Malinsky, brother-in-law Clare Jensen and sisters-in-law Pauline Currie and Erleen Paulette.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 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 Thursday, September 11, 2008 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 Mary Ellen’s name may be made to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, c/o Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331-29 Street N.W., Calgary, Alberta T2N 4N2 or in memory of Mary Ellen to the 1st Choice Savings & Credit Union, Taber.

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Carl Melvin Peterson of Taber, beloved husband of the late Irene Peterson, passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2008 at the age of 91 years.
Carl was born at Grassy Lake, Alberta on June 25, 1917, the son of Amon and Johanna Peterson. He married Irene Siewert on January 7, 1948.
Carl served with the Army during WW11 and was a long time member of the Royal Canadian Legion. He worked most of his working days for the Department of Highways. Carl and Irene took special pride in traveling to watch the grandchildren in their various sporting activities. Besides his passion for bowling he enjoyed having coffee with his best friend Abe Friesen at A&W.
Carl is survived by his children Marlene Peterson of Burdett, Melvin (Patti) of Taber, Richard (Deb) of Foremost, Vernon (Wendy) of Lethbridge and Ron of Taber; son-in-law Vern Knibb of Taber; 16 grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren and great great grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife Irene; son Edward; daughter Lola Knibb; son-in-law Gordon Peterson; eight brothers and two sisters.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006-48 Ave., Taber on Wednesday, September 3, 2008 between 7:00 and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at Knox United Church, 4929-
50 Ave., Taber on Thursday, September 4 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Frank Lewis officiating. Burial will follow in the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Carl’s name may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317-10th Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2M7 or to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 207, 542-7 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2H1.

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John Philip Parry of Taber, beloved husband of the late Julie Parry, passed away peacefully at the Taber Hospital, with his family by his side, on Friday, August 29, 2008 at the age of 72 years.
Phil was born in Lethbridge, Alberta on March 24, 1936. He enjoyed all sports. He played hockey for the Taber Chefs and spoke of it frequently. He enjoyed golfing and playing tennis. Camping and fishing were also a definite love of his. He spent every summer of his youth in Waterton climbing mountains, blazing the first trail up to Crandell Lake and enjoying his mother’s (Kate Parry) cooking at Canyon Church Camp Lodge.
Phil’s careers were many from oil drilling, sales, water drilling and numerous trucking jobs. Many of his careers took him all over the world from Africa to South America...
many adventures, many travels, and many stories. He always enjoyed a good laugh.
Phil was a strong, kind and generous man who loved spending time with his family and friends.
Phil is survived by his children John (Sandra) of Charlottetown, PEI; Jody Cook, of Taber; Jack (Lonni) of Denmark; grandchildren Jordan, Jessica and Mitchell Cook; John
Parry; siblings Nellie Ellingson of Taber, Margaret Lewis of Taber, and Elwyn (Clara) Parry of Nanaimo, BC and numerous nieces and nephews. Phil was predeceased by his parents Jack and Kate Parry, and his wife Jean (nee MacLean) of Long Creek, PEI, 1971 and wife Julie (nee Kerkhoff) of Taber, 2006, and brother Emrys. Phil will also be missed by his many in-laws, extended family and friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006-48 Ave., Taber on Monday, September 1, 2008 between 7:00 and 8:00 P.M. The Funeral Service will be held at Knox United Church, 4929-50 Ave., Taber on Tuesday, September 2 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Frank Lewis officiating. Burial will follow in the Taber Memorial Garden.
If so desired, memorial tributes in Phil’s name may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317-10th Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2M7.

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Helga Guri Pederson beloved wife of the late Arne Pederson, passed away in Taber on Monday, May 19, 2008 at the age of 91 years.
Helga was born at Enchant on April 18, 1917 to Carl and Sofia Skretting. She married Arne Pederson on October 8, 1938. Helga and Arne farmed in the Enchant area until their retirement in 1969. Following Arne’s passing on October 4, 1974, she continued to reside in Vauxhall. For the past three months Helga has resided at the Clearview Lodge in Taber.
She is survived by her four children Carl (Roberta) Pederson, Hanna (Bernard) Odland, Arnold (Cathy) Pederson and Ruth (Phil) Philipoff; grandchildren Terry (Abigail) Odland, Jim (Laurie) Odland, Karen (Greg) Kyle, Jeff (Kim) Philipoff, Garry (Nadine) Pederson, Christina Pederson (Blaine Wanchuk) and Arne Pederson; thirteen great grandchildren Derek, Lisa, Blake, Tegan, Reed, Quinn, Peyton, Trent, Bret, Breeanne, Matthew, Britney and Brady; brother-in-law Bjarne (Ethel) Pederson as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Helga is also survived by extended family in Norway.
She was predeceased by her husband Arne; parents Carl & Sofia Skretting; brother Harold (Mildred) Skretting; sister Olena Barnaby.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, May 23, 2008 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Vauxhall Mennonite Brethren Church, 320 - 9 Street North, Vauxhall on Saturday, May 24, 2008 at 1:30 P.M. with Reverend Jakob Pillibeit officiating. Burial to follow at the Enchant Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Helga’s name may be made directly to the charity of one’s personal choosing.

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Victor Pidborochynski passed away with his family by his side  at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Monday, March 17, 2008 at the age of 52 years.
Vic is survived by his fiancée Louise Bertie of Taber; his children Kerri (Marina) Pidborochynski of Taber, Stacey (Jason Whitmore) Pidborochynski of Lethbridge and Jordan Bertie of Japan; his grandson and best buddy Ryland Pidborochynski, son of Kerri and Marina. He is also survived by his siblings Yvonne (Johnny) McNamee of Las Vegas, Joe (Ruth) Pidborochynski of Taber, Wayne Pidborochynski of Inuvik, Marie-D (Randy) Stoby of Rich Valley, Stella (Tim) Gregory of Whitehorse and Sylver Peters of Edmonton as well as numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
Vic was predeceased by his parents, Stan and Ria Pidborochynski.
Victor was born on July 2, 1955 in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. He spent time living in the Meath Park, Saskatchewan area, central Alberta as well as northern Canada before settling in Taber. Vic worked as a landscaper and truck driver. He owned and operated a radiator shop in Taber and Medicine Hat. More recently he spent his time working in the Oil Patch. Victor loved gardening, wood working and spending time with his family. He loved watching NASCAR, wrestling and attending his sons many hockey games around the province. Vic also enjoyed and participated in stock car racing at Bridge County Raceway. He devoted his life to caring for his children and family and to doing kind things for anyone in need.
Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Monday, March 24, 2008 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Mariusz Sztuk SDS Celebrant.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Vic’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Liver Foundation, 1324B Centre Street North, Calgary, Alberta T2E 2R7.
The family would like to give a special thank you to the nurses and doctors at the Taber Hospital and the Chinook Regional Hospital for all of their time and care.

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Brigadier Hilda Margaret Pickles of Vauxhall was promoted to glory on Friday, February 22, 2008 at the age of 96 years.
Hilda is survived by her sister Vera Kemble of Peterborough, Ontario; nieces Barbara Roth of Calgary, Beverly (Dan) Fear of Cremona; nephew Donald (Mercedes) Ross of Peace River as well as numerous other relatives
She was predeceased by her parents Matthew and Janet Pickles; four sisters and one brother.
Hilda was born October 12, 1911 in Liverpool, England. She immigrated with her family to Canada in 1914.  It was during this time while travelling to Canada that the war was declared.  Hilda went into service with the Salvation Army in 1932 and served in Kingston, Jamaica; Bombay, India and Nyrobi, Kenya.  After Forty years of service with the Salvation Army, she retired to Canada in 1972 settling in Vauxhall with her father and sister Janet Ross. She resided in Vauxhall until 2006 when she moved to the Clearview Lodge in Taber.  Hilda devoted her life to serving others and was always putting the needs of others first.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Vauxhall Mennonite Brethren Church, 320 - 9 Street North, Vauxhall on Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. with Majors Brian and Edith  Beveridge of the Salvation Army, Lethbridge Community Church officiating. Burial to follow at the Hillside Cemetery, Medicine Hat at 2:30 P.M.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Hilda’s name may be made directly to the C.N.I.B. 1119 - 3 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 0J5.

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Constance Arlene Packer (formerly Clark) (nee Kowalski), beloved wife of Gordon Packer of Vauxhall passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Saviour on Saturday, November 24, 2007, at the age of 69 years, after a very short illness. Her husband and one of her sisters were with her.
Connie was born on a farm near Millet, Alberta, the second daughter of John and Mary Kowalski. Her schooling at the one room school at Big Hay Lake and Millet High School was interrupted when she contracted respiratory paralytic polio in December of 1953. She spent about twelve years in various hospitals in Edmonton, including eighteen months in an iron lung.
Connie moved out of hospital in July of 1965, living first with her mother, and then on her own with twenty-four hour live-in helpers. In October of 1973 she married William (Bill) Clark. She cared for Bill for almost twenty-three years as multiple sclerosis slowly took away his health and abilities. Bill passed away in August of 1996. In August of 2001 Connie married Gordon Packer, and moved from the big city of Edmonton to the small rural town of Vauxhall in southern Alberta, where she resided until her passing. In spite of very limited movement in her hands, she learned to write again, and to paint. She was very active on numerous boards and committees, and taught residential aide students at Grant McEwan Community College for five years. She was active, with her husband Bill, in Kinsmen Club activities. She traveled (sometimes alone) to many places in Canada and the United States (including Hawaii). In her last two years she took up cycling, with her husband pushing her wheelchair with a modified mountain bike.
Left behind to lovingly remember her are her husband Gordon; her two sisters, Blanche McKenzie and Deanna Horbachewsky; her brother Brian (Kendra) Kowalski and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Connie was predeceased by her parents, John Kowalski and Mary Rozak, and by her youngest sister Beverly (also known as Brooklyn).
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, November 30, 2007 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
A Funeral Service to celebrate her life will be held at the Vauxhall Mennonite Brethren Church, 320 - 9 Street North, Vauxhall on Saturday, December 1, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Elroy Senneker officiating. Following the Funeral Service, Connie will be laid to rest in the Vauxhall Mennonite Cemetery.
A Memorial Service will be held for Connie in Edmonton at the North Pointe Community Church, 14025 - 167 Avenue on Wednesday, December 5, 2007, at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Bob Jones officiating.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Connie’s name may be made directly to the Mennonite Central Committee, #210, 2946 - 32 Street N.E., Calgary, Alberta T1Y 6J7, the Canadian Paraplegic Association (Alberta), 1254 - 3 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 0K1, the Canadian Bible Society, 110 - 11 Avenue S.E., Calgary, Alberta T2R 0B8 or to a charity of the giver’s choosing.

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William John Pupp, beloved husband of Terry Pupp of Lethbridge, passed away at the St. Michael’s Health Centre, Palliative Care, on Wednesday, September 12, 2007 at the age of 58 years.
Bill was born and raised in Taber where he received his schooling. He furthered his education at SAIT in Calgary in Auto Body. Bill’s passion was ‘auto painting’ and he was known to all as “Bill Pupp the painter”. Vehicles were his pride and joy. His painting skills began to flourish as he worked at various Body Shops. He did artistry paint jobs on vehicles for the local car shows.
In the later part of 1975 he incorporated a firm he named Cupid Manufacturing, which was Canada’s only manufacturer of compound and recurve bows. Painting on the handles pursued his artistry of many flavors - one such bow was done for William Shatner of Star Trek.
Pupp’s Classic Auto was his business for many years where he focused on antique cars. It was here his talents were unlimited. He restored many vehicles for friends, family and customers. He went on to work at Nissan Body Shop and later Davis Pontiac in Lethbridge. For the past two years Bill taught an Auto Body Paint course at the Lethbridge College. He did van conversions for a few years and crafted many pieces of furniture/waterbeds.  You name it - Bill paints it.
Bill is survived by his beloved wife Terry and daughters Shauna, Jay-Dean (Adam) and Nicole and his Siamese cats Kado and Takeena. He is also survived by his brothers Joe (Joan) Pupp and Al Pupp and their families; mother-in-law Marion Kinniburgh; sister-in-law Cheryl (John) Horvath and brother-in-law Randy (Nancy) Kinniburgh and their families. He was predeceased by his parents Joe and Esther Pupp, father-in-law Jock Kinniburgh, brother-in-law Craig Kinniburgh and sister-in-law Joan Pupp.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006-48 Ave., Taber on Friday, September 14, 2007 between 7:00 and 8:00 P.M. The Funeral Service will be held at Knox United Church, 4929-50 Ave., Taber on Saturday, September 15 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Lois Punton officiating. Burial will follow in the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire memorial tributes in Bill’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317-10th Street South, Lethbridge T1J 2M7 or to the Heart & Stroke Foundation 207, 542-7 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2H1.

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Dorothy Jean Pickett, beloved wife of Floyd Pickett of Hillcrest (formerly of Taber), passed away at home on Monday, April 30, 2007 at the age of 77 years, a result of her battle with ALS.
Anyone who knew Dorothy, knew that the kitchen was her domain.  Over the years, Dorothy fed many people at her table.  Anybody was welcome in her kitchen, even people she did not really like.  Friends and foes alike would both get a cup of coffee or tea and, if they were lucky, the best damned baking powder biscuits in the world!  There were no taboo subjects at Dorothy's table.  She never shied away from any topic and always bluntly gave her opinion, whether you liked it or not! Not surprisingly, there were more than a few lively debates over the tops of her coffee mugs!
Dorothy was a highly practical woman, but she was also very creative.  Her abilities in the kitchen were matched by her sewing skills.  During her retirement, she was thrilled to finally own a high end sewing machine!  Many of her family and friends have beautiful blankets and quilts that were made by her hands.  She would not waste a piece of material, transforming the simplest old scraps into a beautiful quilt design.  These items became treasured articles, not only because of their high quality, but also because Dorothy made each one with love.
Please join Dorothy's family and friends in remembering this feisty, independent and unforgettable woman. The Celebration of Dorothy’s life will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, May 9, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Afterwards, Dorothy's family invites you to Luigi's Pizza and Steak House to once more "sit at Dorothy's table".  Please come, eat, drink and share your favorite stories of Dorothy with others who also loved her.

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Mrs. Alice Putici, beloved wife of the late Mr. Mike Putici, went to her eternal home in heaven on Friday, March 16, 2007, at Vancouver, BC at the age of 82 years.
She was born in Kayville, Saskatchewan on September 5, 1924, the second youngest of twelve children.
She is survived by her children Lydia (Ed) Breikreutz of Tilley, Sylvia (Bob) Plesko of Port Moody, BC, Diane (Gunther) Laubenstein of Burdett, Patti (Laurie) Shaw of Abbortsford, BC, Michael (Renae) Putici of Lethbridge and Nancy (Glen) Glesman of Leduc; fifteen grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her husband Mike and great grandson Jamie Mortensen.
Alice married Mike Putici on January 1, 1942 and moved to the farm outside of Taber where she raised her family.  She used the gifts and talents God gave her to serve others.  Her husband and family came first but the door was always open and the coffee or tea ready.  Alice and Mike retired to Lethbridge in September 1999.  Alice has left a legacy of faith and leadership.  She served in leadership roles in the Taber Christian Women’s Club and her seniors group. She loved being a Greeter at church and took an active role in the Gideons organization.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, March 22, 2007 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:30 P.M.
A Private Family Interment will take place Friday morning, March 23, 2007 at the Taber Memorial Garden. A Memorial Life Celebration will follow for all to attend at the Lethbridge Pentecostal Assembly, 480 McMaster Boulevard West, Lethbridge at 1:30 P.M. with Pastor Allan Rankin officiating.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Alice’s name may be made directly to the Gideons International in Canada, Box 3619, 501 Imperial Road North, Guelph, Ontario  N1H 7H2, with local representatives being available in both Taber and Lethbridge.

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Robert Lorimer Payne, beloved husband of Jeannette Payne of Taber, passed away on Monday, January 29, 2007 at the age of 66 years.
Besides Jeannette, his loving wife of more than forty years, he is survived by his three sons, Robert (Louise) Payne of Taber and their children Nicole (Dylon Kozniuk), Amanda, Joel & Jaimee; Kenneth Payne of Taber and his children Trinity & Triyana-Lee; Marvin Payne of Calgary and a great granddaughter Morgan Kozniuk. He is also survived by two sisters, Maysie Payne of Westbank, British Columbia and Lois (Jack) Benge of Yakama, Washington; sister-in-law Linda (Larry) Christensen of Taber; four brothers-in-law, Melvin (Bea) Kunz of Taber, Larry Kunz of Taber, Gerald (Cindy) Kunz of Bow Island and Randy (Mary Knowles) Kunz of Taber as well as by numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his mother Karleen Payne, father George Kent Payne; two brothers, Leroy Payne and Vernon Payne; father-in-law Alfred Kunz and mother-in-law Angelina Kunz.
Bob was born in McLeod Valley, Alberta on June 27, 1940. Over the course of his school age years, he and his family lived at Hope, British Columbia; Yakama, Washington; Fort Assiniboine, Alberta and Medicine Hat before settling in Taber in his twenties. On July 9, 1966, he married Jeannette Kunz at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church. Bob worked in oil field construction before starting with Canada Packers in 1967. After thirteen years with their company, he worked in the construction industry as a heavy equipment operator before he and Jeannette purchased Prairie Taxi in 1984. Together they owned and operated this business until 1991.
Bob was an avid outdoorsman. He loved fishing, boating and camping. He also enjoyed acid etching mirrors. Bob loved to spend time with his grandchildren who he referred to as his “sugar pumkins”. He will be fondly remembered and sadly missed.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, February 1, 2007 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, February 2, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Mariusz Sztuk SDS, officiating.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Robert’s name may be made directly to the charity of one’s personal choosing.

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Donald Lloyd Porter passed away peacefully at the Taber Hospital on Tuesday, July 25, 2006 at the age of 81 years.
Don is survived by his children Craig (Nancy) Porter of Las Vegas, Logan (Jane) Porter of Barnwell, Shanon (Ross) Anderson of Taber, Afton (Dale) George of Las Vegas, Charmaine (Barry) Humphrey of Red Cliff, Ashlee Atkins of Maricopa, Arizona and by their mother Joyce of Lethbridge. He is also survived by twenty-two grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren, his sister-in-law Lois Porter of Lethbridge and by numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents Fred & Mabel Porter, his siblings Ruth and her husband Carl Isom, Bill Porter, Lois and her husband Roy Conrad and grandson Donald Joseph Porter.
Don was born on March 3, 1925 in Taber to Fred Smith Porter and Mabel Clair Utterback. He received his schooling in Taber and joined the Royal Canadian Navy serving in World War II from 1942 - 1945. He married Joyce Harris and raised their family on the farm east of Taber. Don had a sod farm in Bow Island. He farmed at Fort St. John, British Columbia and operated a sawmill on Vancouver Island where he has resided for the past thirty years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, July 28, 2006 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. and also at the church prior to the funeral service on Saturday, July 29, 2006 from 10:00 A.M. to 10:40 A.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 54th Street Chapel, 5314 - 54 Street, Taber on Saturday, July 29, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. with Bishop Michael Saunders conducting. Interment to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Don’s name may be made directly to the Taber Hospital Foundation, 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber T1G 1N9.

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Julianna Louise Parry, beloved wife of Phil Parry, passed away in  Taber on Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at the age of 60 years.
Julie was born in Taber, Alberta on March 12, 1946.  After her mother  passed away, when Julie was 16 years of age, she moved to Edmonton  where she was raised by the Isbister’s. She lived  and worked in  Edmonton and Calgary before returning to Taber where she met John  Philip Parry.  They were married in July of 1977.  They spent several  years overseas, including Malta, Spain and Libya, where Phil worked  in the waterwell industry.  They later worked with Unicef in Sudan.  They lived in Uganda, Nigeria, Peru and Chile before returning to  Taber. In her spare time she enjoyed crafts, puzzles, the computer,  reading and the company of people.           
Besides her loving husband Phil, she is survived by her children John  (Sandra) Parry of Charlottetown, P.E.I. and Jody Cook (Ken Just) of  Taber; grandchildren Jordan, Jessica and Mitchell Cook; brother David  (Marlene) Kerkhoff; sisters Valerie (Jerry) Williams and Carolee  (Rick) Neudorf; nieces and nephews Lana Morrison, Kyle Kerkhoff,  Angie Blanchard, Dana Jensen, Aryton and Mason Neudorf.   
Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at the Southland  Funeral Chapel, 5006-48 Ave., Taber on Monday, June 26, 2006 at 7:00  P.M. A Private Funeral Service will be held at the Southland Funeral  Chapel, Taber on Tuesday, June 27 with Reverend Mariusz Sztuk SDS  officiating. Interment will follow in the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Julie’s name may be made  directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317-10 Street South,  Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2M7.

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Lyle Miles Platt, beloved husband of Crystal Mae Payne Platt of  Barnwell, departed this life at his home in Barnwell on Sunday, April  9, 2006, surrounded by his family, at the age of 87 years.
Besides his devoted wife Crystal, Lyle is survived by his children  Deveney (Cliff) Walters of Hawaii, Cameron (Mary Ann) Platt of  Lethbridge and Shelley Platt (Rick Burla) of Barnwell. He was the  beloved grandfather to eight grandchildren Trent (Cheryl) Walters,  Brett (Sandy) Walters, Lynae (Seth) Gambee, Kelli Ann (Duane)  Ellingson, Tiffany (Sherman) Williams, Clark (fiancee Samantha  Macmillan), Curtis (Ashley) Platt, Tayler Platt-Burla; ten great  grandchildren Megan, Bailey, Riley, Jalen, Payton, Dylan, Sydney,  Brock, Rocco and Abygail. He is also survived by his sister-in-law  Iola Platt.
He was predeceased by his parents, two sisters Juanita and Laurel and  five brothers Miles, Morgan, Ben, Reed, Jerome and their companions.
Lyle was born in Brant, Alberta on August 27, 1918, the youngest  child born to Thomas and Rosette Platt. Lyle lost his mother at the  age of eight and was raised by his loving father, brothers and  sisters, as they were raised on their family farm at Brant, Alberta.  Lyle eventually stayed on the farm and learned to love the land as he  worked closely beside his father.
While working the family farm during World War II, he traveled to  Calgary on many occasions to attend dances, where he met and  eventually married his beautiful bride Crystal Payne of Mountain  View, Alberta on October 17, 1945 in the Cardston, Alberta Temple.  Last October they celebrated their sixtieth wedding anniversary.  After their marriage they returned to the farm in Brant for four  years and then moved to Taber, Alberta in the fall of 1949 where he  owned and operated a furniture store with his brother Jerome. Lyle  and Crystal moved to Barnwell in 1950 where they raised their family  and continued to reside.
Lyle was a long and dedicated employee of the Taber Sugar Factory  where he served as a Chemist and Fieldman until he retired from full  time employment in 1983. Lyle never took a sick leave day in his  employment years. Along with this employment, he continued to farm a  quarter section of land south of Barnwell with his brother Ben. The  land was Lyle's passion. He took great pride in keeping his farm and  huge garden immaculate. One of our fondest memories of dad was of him  sitting on his tractor or combine until late at night. He taught his  family the value of hard work.
His dedication to community work was exemplified by his twenty nine  and a half years of service on the Taber Hospital Board, six of those  served as chairman. Here he was highly respected and his  contributions were many. As a member of the hospital board, he and  others played a major role in building the new hospital in Taber. He  was one of the founding fathers of the Barnwell 55 plus Club.
Lyle was a self taught saxophone player who didn't read music and  played by ear and spent many enjoyable hours entertaining his family  and friends. He met many friends playing in different bands and was a  guest soloist for the Soft Tones which was a highlight of his music  career. He found as much enjoyment playing his saxophone as he did  working the land.
First and foremost, Lyle was dedicated to The Church of Jesus Christ  of Latter-day Saints, and during his lifetime, gave countless hours  of leadership serving as a Counselor in a Bishopric, as a member of  the Taber Stake High Council, as the First Stake Executive Secretary  in the Taber Stake, as Bishop of the Barnwell Ward, as a wonderful  home teacher, and he also served in many other church callings.
Lyle will be remembered as a gentle man with great strength, always  punctual, a generous heart and a love for people, especially his  eternal wife Crystal and his loving family.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at The  Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Barnwell on Wednesday,  April 12, 2006 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., and again at the church  prior to the funeral service on Thursday, April 13, 2006 from 12:30  P.M. to 1:40 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of  Latter-day Saints, Barnwell on Thursday, April 13, 2006 at 2:00 P.M.  with Bishop Eric Jensen conducting. Interment to follow in the  Barnwell Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Lyle's name may be made  directly to the Taber Hospital Foundation, 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber,  Alberta  T1G 1N9.

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VALENTINE PETERS
1925 - 2004

Mrs. Valentine Peters of Taber, beloved wife of the late Mr. George Peters, passed away in Taber on Tuesday, September 14, 2004 at the age of 78 years.
Valentine was born in the Municipality of Morton, Manitoba on October 23, 1925.  She married George Peters on July 9, 1955.  They resided in Manitoba until 1987, at which time they moved to Taber.  She was predeceased by her husband George on September 12, 1993.
Valentine will be sadly missed by her five children Ernest (Norma) Peters of Hays and their children Gerry, Rodger and James; Wayne (Susi) Peters of Hays and their children Jenilee (Mike Graham), Dustin, Brady, Warren, Angelica and Jazmin; Lorraine (Bob) Dykstra of Burdett and their children Darren, Steven, Joel, Sarah and Elizabeth; John (Helen) Peters of Taber and their children Brittany and Kurtis; Gary (Carolin) Peters of Taber and their children Kyle, Krystal and Bradly; two sisters Mary and Elsie (Jake); two brothers George (Lois) and Nick and a sister-in-law Nettie.  She is also survived by George's three brothers and two sisters.
Valentine was predeceased by her husband George, sister Lydia, brother Frank and George's two brothers and three sisters.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel (5006-48 Ave.) Taber on Friday, September 17, 2004 from 7:00 to 8:00 P.M. 
The Funeral Service will be held at the Vauxhall Mennonite Brethren Church, 320-9 Street North, on Saturday, September 18, 2004 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Ron Gartly officiating. Interment in the Vauxhall Mennonite Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Valentine's name may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation 207, 542-7 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2H1 or to the Mennonite Central Committee, 5329-47 Ave., Taber, Alberta T1G 1R4.

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