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Annie Estella Reid (nee Nielsen) of Edmonton (formerly of Taber), beloved wife of the late Lloyd Reid, passed away peacefully in the arms of her daughter Joan, on Monday, May 24, 2010 at the age of 96 years. The Funeral Service will be held at the Knox United Church, 4929 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Monday, May 31, 2010 at 11:30 A.M. with Reverend Sandra Riddell officiating. Burial to follow at the Archmount Cemetery, Lethbridge. Mourning her loss & cherishing memories of her kind and gentle spirit is her daughter, Joan (Don) Tillotson of Edmonton. She will continue to live forever in the hearts of her grandsons, Chad (Leta) Layton of Lethbridge, Curtis (Kandi) Layton of Chestermere and her great grandchildren, Tanner, Amy, Jeff, Jacob and Jaxsen. She is also survived by other close family, Blake (Kathy) Tillotson of Cochrane and their children Daniel, Alana & Andrew as well as Kelly Chisholm of Irricana and her children Jeri-lyn & Brett. They called her"Granny Annie". She was predeceased by her husband Lloyd Reid in 1995; two sons, Wesley Reid in 1962 and Lt. Col.(Retd) Walter A. Reid in 2008; three siblings, an older sister Dorothy Hubble (passed away at 92 years), a younger sister Margaret Betts (passed away at 84 years) and a younger brother Walter Nielsen, who was killed in action during World War II; brothers-in-law Sid Hubble and Norman Betts. Annie was born in Long Cove, New Brunswick, August 27, 1913 to Martin & Pearl “Besy” Nielsen. She was raised and schooled in Three Hills, later moving to the Carstairs area where she married Lloyd E. Reid on January 10,1940. They moved to Taber in 1948 to raise their family. Upon losing her husband Lloyd to cancer in 1995, together her daughter Joan, and son Walter, moved her to Edmonton where they could care for her. She was the last surviving member of her family. Annie leaves behind precious memories with those who knew and loved her. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Annie’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2M7.
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Sheron Lynn Rombough passed away in Taber on Friday, March 26, 2010 at the age of 58 years. She is lovingly remembered by her son Shaun (Michele) Rombough of Taber and their children Rachel, Ryland, Calista & Carson; sister Pat (Ed) Sparks and brother Ken Rombough all of Taber. She is also survived by three nieces, Shari (Dale) Schmidt of Bow Island and their children Brody & Colton (Jennifer); Della (Blake) Schramm of Taber and their daughter Robi; Tammy (Rob) Goldade of Brooks and their daughters Jasmin & MacKayla; nephew Dustin Rombough of Taber and his sons Levi & Aden. Sheron will be fondly remembered by special friends Duane & Colleen Bennett and Jean Cemulini all of Taber. Her presence will be missed by her companions, her cats Tiger & Keya. She was predeceased by her parents Walter & Del Rombough and by her sister-in-law Arlene Rombough. Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, March 31, 2010 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 Thursday, April 1, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Sandra Riddell officiating. A private family burial service will follow at the Archmount Cemetery, Lethbridge. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Sheron’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2M7.
Lawrence I. Robinson, beloved husband of Kathy Robinson of Taber, passed away peacefully in Continuing Care at the Taber Hospital on Sunday, December 27, 2009 at the age of 74 years. Besides Kathy, his loving wife of fifty years, Larry is survived by his children, Daniel (Lori) Robinson, Robert (Linda) Robinson, Connie Magistad and Kent Robinson all of Taber; fifteen grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren and one due any day. He is also survived by a brother Art and three sisters, Levere, LaVonne and Donna. He was predeceased by his parents Harry & Hannah Robinson, two brothers, Stewart and Gordon and three sisters, Lillian, Jean and Janette. Larry was born in Lethbridge on July 12, 1935, one of ten children born to Harry & Hannah Robinson. He grew up in Raymond where he received his schooling. Larry farmed with his family and also worked the McIntyre & Kirkley ranches. He married Katherine Rollke May 27, 1960 and continued farming until they moved to Taber in 1981. In 1993, Larry took residence at Continuing Care in the Taber Hospital after suffering from the debilitating effects of Multiple Sclerosis. He loved watching soap operas and always rooted for the Montreal Canadians. Larry will be sadly missed and fondly remembered. Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, December 30, 2009 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. and also at the church prior to the funeral service on Thursday, December 31, 2009 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 Thursday, December 31, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. The Burial Service will be held at the Temple Hill Cemetery, Raymond on Thursday, December 31, 2009 at 2:30 P.M. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Larry’s name may be made directly to the Taber & District Health Foundation (Continuing Care), 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1N9 or to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 724 - 13 Street North, Lethbridge, Alberta T1H 2T1.
Edna May Ronspies, beloved wife of Melvin Ronspies of Taber, passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2009 at the age of 93 years. Besides her loving husband Mel, Edna is survived by her children Norma (Don) Wier of Stavely, Betty Haynes of Kamloops Connie (Keith) Gross of Vauxhall, Fred (Bernadette) Haynes of Stavely, Ruth (Guy) Yuzicapi of Calgary, Donna (Wayne) Soderlund of Chestermere; daughter-in-law Linda Haynes of Taber and son-in-law Daryl Wentz of Wrentham and by twenty nine grandchildren, sixty two great grandchildren and eighteen great great grandchildren. She is also survived by three sisters, Mary Malinsky, Ruth Nawolski and Ellen Jensen all of Taber; two sisters-in-law, Vivian Rombough and Agnes Rombough both of Taber as well as by Mel’s brothers and sisters and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her daughters Joan Thacker and Louanne Wentz; son Ronald Haynes; sister Bertie Edwards; six brothers Walter (Linda), Archie, Lacey, Clifford, Milon and Clarence (Edith) Rombough; brothers-in-law Nick Malinsky, Taras Nawolski, Roy Jensen, Lawrence Edwards and son-in-law Deane Thacker. Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, September 24, 2009 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, September 25, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Sandra Riddell officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Edna’s name may be made directly to the Taber & District Health Foundation (Continuing Care), 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1N9.
Judy Real beloved wife of Steve Real, passed away in Taber on Tuesday, June 16, 2009 at the age of 66 years. Besides her loving husband Steve, she is survived by her sister Betty (Arnie) Rushfeldt of Bonnyville and their daughter Luanna; brother George Bohus of Lethbridge; uncles Paul (Gloria) Szoke of Kipp and George Bohus of Coaldale. She was predeceased by her parents John and Maria Bohus; uncles Paul and Andrew Bohus. Judy was born and raised in Raymond. After obtaining her beautician’s license she moved to Taber to pursue her career. She worked for other shop owners before opening her own shop, Judy’s Cuti Curl. In Taber she met Steve Real and they were married on July 1, 1968. Judy enjoyed travelling, especially to Arizona. She also enjoyed photography and attending airshows. Although Judy met and touched many people in the community, she was most comfortable in the privacy of her own home. There she went about making a house a home. There too she was able to enjoy and look after her pets. Judy will always be remembered for the special cards she wrote and sent to family and friends in times of sorrow and in times of joy. Each card was specially worded and written in Judy’s distinctive handwriting. A private family service will be held with burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Judy’s name may be made directly to either the Taber & District Health Foundation, 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1N9, Lethbridge & District Humane Society, P.O. Box 783, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 3Z6 or to the Lethbridge Cancer Centre, 960 - 19 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 1W5.
Jacob Rempel Jr., beloved son of the late Jacob Rempel Sr. and the late Susana Rempel of Enchant, passed away in Colorado on Thursday, November 27, 2008 at the age of 16 years. A Funeral Service for the Rempel family and their friend John Dyck, will be held at VanderStoel Farms on Friday, December 5, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. Burial to follow at the Vauxhall Mennonite Cemetery. Please note: VanderStoel Farms can be located by travelling north of Vauxhall on Highway 36. Four miles north of the intersection of Highway 36 & Highway 526, is a sign for VanderStoel Farms. Head west to this location.
Susana Rempel, beloved wife of the late Jacob Rempel Sr. of Enchant, passed away in Colorado on Thursday, November 27, 2008 at the age of 40 years. A Funeral Service for the Rempel family and their friend John Dyck, will be held at VanderStoel Farms on Friday, December 5, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. Burial to follow at the Vauxhall Mennonite Cemetery. Please note: VanderStoel Farms can be located by travelling north of Vauxhall on Highway 36. Four miles north of the intersection of Highway 36 & Highway 526, is a sign for VanderStoel Farms. Head west to this location.
Jacob Rempel Sr., beloved husband of the late Susana Rempel of Enchant, passed away in Colorado on Thursday, November 27, 2008 at the age of 42 years. A Funeral Service for the Rempel family and their friend John Dyck, will be held at VanderStoel Farms on Friday, December 5, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. Burial to follow at the Vauxhall Mennonite Cemetery. Please note: VanderStoel Farms can be located by travelling north of Vauxhall on Highway 36. Four miles north of the intersection of Highway 36 & Highway 526, is a sign for VanderStoel Farms. Head west to this location.
Katerina (Yakubowski) Roy of Taber, passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2008 at the age of 84 years. Kate is survived by her husband Marcel Roy; children Mike (Barb) Yakubowski and their children Darren and Craig; Shirley (Fred) Danforth and their children Colleen, Wanda, TerryAnn, Audrey, Dwayne and Patti; Edward (Shirley) Yakubowski; Jennie (James) Tomlinson and their children Grant and Chad; thirteen great grandchildren, four great great grandchildren, six brothers and six sisters. She was predeceased by her first husband Samuel Yakubowski in 1974, her parents, brother Steve and a brother-in-law. The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. A private burial will take place at the Taber Memorial Garden. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Kate’s name may be made directly to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 724 - 13 Street North, Lethbridge, Alberta T1H 2T1.
Colleen Wilson Ross of Taber, beloved wife the late Louis A. Ross, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2008 at the age of 72 years. She leaves behind her children Kary (Larry) Joblonkay of Taber and their son Bradley and grandson Christian; Cynthia (Paul) Albert of Pincher Creek and her children Rene (Jason) Feist (their children Trevor, Megan and Taylor), Jay (Anjie) Albert and their children Dylan, Justin and Devin; Edward (Rhonda) Filgas of Taber and their children Robert, Blair, Matthew and grandson Dorian; Lorraine (Scott) Friesen of Lister, British Columbia and her children Ryan (Amanda) Friesen (their son Carter) and Michele (Gesse); step children Michael (Holly) Ross of Coalhurst, Diana (Bob) Stewart of Taber, Margaret (Fred) Ross of Kikino, Carol McCarty of Taber, Marie (Rob) Ross of Lethbridge and their families; brothers Dale (Brenda) Wilson, Ed Wilson, Wayne Wilson and Garth (Diane) Wilson; sisters Audrey (Harold) Rowe and Marquita Slavik; sister-in-law Iris Wilson and brother-in-law Keith Edwards. She was predeceased by her husband Louis A. Ross; parents Elmer and Vida Wilson; brother Leland Wilson; sister Marie (Bill) Bareham and Brenda Edwards; brother-in-law Joe Slavik and by her granddaughter Alanna Sharratt. Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, August 15, 2008 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. and also prior to the funeral service in the Relief Society Room of the Church from 12:00 noon to 12:45 P.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, August 16, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. with Brother Barry Clements conducting. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Colleen’s name may be be directly to the Alberta Lung Association, Box 4500, Station South, Edmonton, Alberta T6E 6K2.
Anthony Rarick, beloved husband of Katherine (Kay) Rarick of Foremost, passed away in Bow Island on Sunday, June 8, 2008 at the age of 91 years. Besides Kay, his loving wife of sixty five years, he is survived by his daughters Isabel (Alvin) Bechthold of Lacombe and Charlotte (Robert) Herbst of Foremost; sons Ed (Edna) Rarick of Foremost, George (Donna) Rarick of Foremost, Rod (MaryAnne) Rarick of Leduc, Barry (Marilyn) Rarick of Foremost and Roger (Lori) Rarick of Foremost; fifteen grandchildren and twenty six great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters Elizabeth Marthaller of Calgary, Helen (John) Schatz of Foremost and Delores (Joe) Harty of Etzikom; brother Lawrence of Quesnel, British Columbia; sisters-in-law Alice Rarick of New Dayton, Evelyn Rarick of Lethbridge, Clara Rarick of Fairview, Sylvia Robinson of Medicine Hat and Elaine Hauff of Medicine Hat. He was predeceased by his parents John and Helen Rarick; sisters Katie and Magdelina; brothers Joe, Fred, John, Sylvester, Leo and Clarence as well as by numerous in laws. Tony was born March 2, 1917 in Selz, North Dakota to John and Helen Rarick. At a young age Tony moved with his family to Nemiskam where he was raised and educated. He married Katherine Marthaller in Foremost on September 21, 1942. They resided in Nemiskam until 1962 when they moved to Foremost. Tony was employed by the Village of Foremost for twenty six years and retired in 1990. He will be lovingly remembered by his family and friends. A private family service will be held. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Tony’s name may be made to the Bow Island Health Centre (Long Term Care), Bag 3990, Bow Island, Alberta T0K 0G0.
The Lord is my light and my salvation - whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life - of whom shall I be afraid? Psalm 27:1 Elizabeth Rempel, beloved wife of Steely Rempel of Vauxhall, passed away in Taber on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at the age of 72 years. Besides her loving husband Steely, Liz is survived by her children, Patty (Myles) Toews of Florence, South Carolina and their children Deanne, Justin, Rachael & Lyndsay; Betty (George) Hiebert of Worsley and their children Nicole, Michelle, Brianne, Kaitlyn, Matthew, Melissa & Emily; Karen (Vic) Pankratz of Surrey, British Columbia and their children Jaline & Kyle; Tim (Jennifer) Rempel of Lethbridge. She is also survived by her siblings, Abe (Helen) Unruh of Taber; Johanna (Henry) Herfort of Calgary; Henry (Sue) Unruh of Enchant; Jake (Mary) Unruh of Vauxhall; Aunt Margaret Riediger of Coaldale as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to give special recognition to Kari Campbell, Liz’s long time caregiver and very dear friend. She was predeceased by her parents David & Elizabeth Unruh; brother Dave & sister-in-law Esther Unruh and brother Pete & sister-in-law Anne Unruh. Liz touched everyone who came into her life. Born in Vauxhall on September 6, 1935, she attended North Slope Elementary and Vauxhall schools. After graduation she attended Henderson Business College and worked full time at the Bank of Nova Scotia in Vauxhall and Calgary. In 1957 she married Henry “Steely” Rempel and in 1958 they settled in Vauxhall where they raised their family. She worked hard and enjoyed canning, baking, gardening, and for much of her life her family had a hard time keeping up with her. Liz’s family was her joy and there was nothing she loved more then having them home where she could feed, love and care for them. Liz was a shining example of Christian faith throughout her life. She was always positive and her love for the Lord Jesus Christ as her personal Saviour shone through everything she did. She was a woman of prayer, taking a personal interest and offering prayer for everyone who needed it. She will be deeply missed by everyone whose lives she touched. Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Sunday, April 27, 2008 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 Monday, April 28, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Elroy Senneker officiating. Burial to follow at the Vauxhall Mennonite Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Elizabeth’s name may be made directly to Operation Mobilization (in support of Myles & Patty Toews), 84 West Street, Port Colborne, Ontario L3K 4C8 ( www.omcanada.org ).
Mary Ruff, beloved wife of the late William Ruff, passed away at the Taber Continuing Care on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at the age of 92 years. She is survived by two daughters, Carol (Ed) Olheiser of Taber and Brenda (Richard) Scherger of Medicine Hat; five grandchildren and five great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband William, infant son Carl, infant grandson William, her brother and sister-in-law Victor (Ingrid) Sturm. A private family graveside service will be held in Saskatchewan. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Mary’s name may be made directly to the Clearview Lodge, 4730 - 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1N6.
Helen Rempel, beloved wife of the late Jake Rempel, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Saturday, March 8, 2008 at the age of 89 years. Helen is survived by her children Ruth (Alvin) Pedersen of Lethbridge, Mary Rempel of Lethbridge, Peter (Donna) Rempel of Crossfield, Paul (Yvonne) Rempel of Lethbridge, Jake (Maryanne) Rempel of Valleyview, Bob (Bev Evans) Rempel of Lethbridge and Ester (Werner) Wiens of Fort St. John, British Columbia; twelve grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings Marion (Dick) Thiessen of Abbotsford, British Columbia, John (Elsie) Riesen of Surrey, British Columbia and Betty (Jake) Janzen of Abbotsford, British Columbia as well as numerous other relatives. She was predeceased by her husband Jake; parents Peter and Helena Riesen; brother Peter Riesen; sister Agatha Derksen; two infant sisters and by her daughter-in-law Joanna Rempel. Helen Rempel was born Stepanovka, Russia in 1918. At the age of seven she immigrated to Canada with her family. They settled on a farm in Steinbach, Manitoba in 1926. When Helen was old enough, she worked as domestic help in Winnipeg. In 1942 they moved to Yarrow, British Columbia. She married Jake Rempel in 1943 and moved to Vauxhall. They raised their seven children and farmed until their retirement. After Jake passed away, she moved to town and in 2000 moved to Coaldale where she resided until her passing. Family was important to her. She was never happier than when all her children and grandchildren were sitting around her table. Helen was well known for her hospitality to friends and strangers alike. She always had the coffee ready when any of her numerous friends or relatives would stop for a visit. Children, as well adults, loved her baking and her kind, sweet spirit. She was famous for her home made buns. Helen loved to go on any road trips and travel the world. Her curiosity and willingness to explore led her to visit South America, Alaska, Europe, Israel and China. She walked the Jerusalem wall and at age 87, she climbed the Great Wall of China. She loved attending church and meeting with her weekly Bible study group. Crocheting and embroidery were hobbies she loved. Helen was a gifted seamstress. Using her love for sewing to show compassion for the needy, she made hundreds of patchwork blankets. These were sent all over the world by the humanitarian organization MCC. Helen left a legacy of Christian love, not only for her family, but for her fellow man. She will be remembered and missed by all who knew her. Relatives and friends are invited for a time of prayer at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, March 11, 2008 at 6:45 P.M. followed by a visitation from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. The Graveside service will be held at the Vauxhall Mennonite Cemetery on Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. with Pastor Elroy Senneker officiating. The Memorial Service will be held at the Coaldale Mennonite Brethren Church, 2114 - 18 Street, Coaldale on Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Rudy Heidebrecht officiating. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Helen’s name may be made to the M.C.C. Canada, Suite #210, 2946 - 32 Street N.E. Calgary, Alberta T1Y 6J7.
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our dear mother Kathleen (Kay) Real on Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at the age of 86 years. She was born in Bodajk, Hungary on October 25, 1921 and immigrated to Canada with her parents in 1926. Kay is the beloved wife of the late Steve Real Sr. and is survived by her loving son Steve (Judy) Real Jr. of Taber; a sister Helen Holics of Claresholm; two brothers John (Zellah) Toth of Cardston and Joe (Verna) Toth of Lethbridge and many dear nieces and nephews. She will also be missed by special friend Ethel Wong who was like another sister and also by her Goddaughter Pat (Henry) Baumstark. She was predeceased by her husband Steve on April 12, 1985, her mother Mary Toth in 1953, father Mike Toth in 1985, sister Mary Hogyi in 1988, brothers Steve in 1993 and Mike in 2000. Kay was happiest when family and friends came to visit and will be forever remembered for her wonderful hospitality and amazing meals. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Kay’s name may be made to the charity of one’s choice. A private family graveside service will be held.
Hugh Wright Robertson passed away peacefully February 4, 2008 at Long Term Care in Milk River, Alberta. He was born in Griffin, Saskatchewan on September 8, 1919 and grew up on the family farm in Grassy Lake, Alberta. Hugh was predeceased by his adoptive parents Parker and Ethel Carruthers, sister Margaret Ivins, step sister Clara, half sister Phyllis and birth brother Adam. He is survived by his special friend Connie Monroe of Edmonton, half sisters Peg and Rita also of Edmonton and numerous nieces and nephews. He will be sadly missed by his nephew Tom Ivins of Lethbridge and niece Patty Lund of Taber and their families. Hugh served in the Canadian Army in Canada in 1941 and was honorably discharged in 1943 due to health problems. He loved the independence and freedom of ranch life, especially his beloved Galloway and Highland cattle, which could be seen in the foreground of the Sweet Grass Hills, another favorite thing of Hughs. Hugh was an unique individual and a good friend to many. His last years were spent in Long Term Care in Milk River where he received excellent and special care. The family wishes to thank the staff for their concern and compassion for Hugh. As requested by Hugh there will be no funeral service and cremation will take place. If so desired, in memory of Hugh, donations may be made to the Milk River Hospital, Long Term Care, Box 90, Milk River, Alberta T0K 1M0.
William Rachue, beloved husband of Joyce Rachue of Taber, passed away on Saturday, January 19, 2008 at the age of 90 years. Besides Joyce, his loving wife of 60 years, Bill leaves to mourn his passing: his daughter Rose Marie (Charles) Krysa of Lethbridge and their daughters Laura (Junior) Olivier and Cheryl; son David of Calgary and his children Kathy, Jarrod and Marina; daughter Betty (Ray) Hurt of Calgary and their sons Dennis and Brad; daughter Roberta (Ken) Zuidhof of Taber and their sons David (Sheri) and Chris (Natalie); daughter Sherry (Dan) Robinson of Calgary and their children Amy and Ben. He is also survived by his three great grandchildren Lacey, Tyler and Ryker as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by an infant son Robert; parents Adolf and Justine Rachue; three sisters Julia, Helen and Martha; six brothers Rudolf, Harry, Bert, Art, Hank and Joe. Bill was born in Millet, Alberta on August 6, 1917 the youngest son of Adolf and Justine Rachue. When he was still quite young the family moved to Pendryl, Alberta close to Buck Lake. In the early forties Bill went trucking hauling freight with his brothers along the Alaska Highway and from there he continued on with trucking. In 1946 he met Joyce while driving truck at the coal mine at Grassy Lake. For the next number of years he continued trucking, hauling gravel. Trucking was a job which took him and his family all over Alberta as well as into Saskatchewan. In 1955 Bill and Joyce bought their farm northwest of Grassy Lake where they continued to farm until retiring in 1977 to the Town of Grassy Lake. Bill then took on the job of taking care of the water, sewer and cutting grass in Grassy Lake for five years until he turned sixty-five. For a number of years Bill raised pheasants, quail and peacocks. He always enjoyed fishing, hunting, his birds and took great pride in his garden and flowers in Grassy Lake. In 2002 he recognized that the time had come for another move and Bill and Joyce moved into Pioneer Place in Taber. Bill loved all of his family dearly and will be especially remembered for his great gift of telling stories. He suffered from Alzheimer's and in 2005 he became a resident of Taber Extended Care. The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, January 24, 2008 at 10:30 A.M. with Pastor Carl Bogda of the Peace Lutheran Church in Taber, officiating. Burial to follow at the Prairieview Cemetery, Grassy Lake. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in William’s name may be made directly to the charitable cause of one’s personal choosing. The family would like to thank Dr. Beckie and all the staff at the Taber Extended Care for their care and compassion. It has been greatly appreciated.
Ellen Renner, beloved wife of the late C. Henry Renner, of Taber, passed away on Sunday, October 28, 2007 surrounded by her family, at the age of 85 years. Ellen leaves to cherish her memory a daughter Sheri (Hans) Sorensen of Vauxhall and their family Kevin (Cindy) Sorensen (and Cindy’s children Alex and Ginny Holoboff), Paul (Christie) Sorensen (and their children Kori and Cody), Ian (Sherry) Sorensen; son Charlie (Linda) Renner of Taber and their family Shelley (Robert) Tilleman (and their children Wesley, Clayton and Jade), Stacey (Angela) Renner (and their son Aidan), Robin (Rob) Ducharme (and their children Ethan, Dominique and Brianna), Erin (Chad) Mellafont; daughter Maureen (Ron) Sutka of Cranford and their family Michelle (John) Winters (and their children Kallista and Kyrra), Jason (Jennifer) Sutka (and Jennifer’s children Josh and Tyrah Sebok), Troy Sutka; and son James Renner of Edmonton. Ellen is also survived by her other family Gwen Hill, Connie Johnston, Marie Halverson and their families; sister-in-law Esther Fox and by numerous nieces and nephews. Ellen was predeceased by her husband Henry of fifty years; parents Patrick & Nora Boyd; brother James (Betty) Boyd; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law Mary (Owen) Neilson, Roy (Ruth) Renner, Hazel (James) Sinclair, Emma Renner, Mae (Eugene) Jaque, Myrle Renner and Ivan (Dolly) Renner. Ellen was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served at various capacities through the years. Mom was an avid garage saler with a keen eye for antiques. Her generous spirit was felt by many in the community. She was always quick to lend a hand or just a smile when it was needed. Ellen was born August 7, 1922 in Greenock, Scotland, the daughter of Patrick and Nora Boyd. Ellen immigrated to Canada with her parents in 1930. She met and later married Henry in Calgary after the war. Together they settled in Taber. Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, November 1, 2007 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. and at the church prior to the Funeral Service on Friday, November 2, 2007 between 9:00 A.M. and 9:45 A.M. The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 5314 - 54 Street, Taber on Friday, November 2, 2007 at 10:00 A.M. with Bishop Frank Walton conducting. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Ellen’s name may be made directly to the Alzheimer Society of Lethbridge, 402, 740 - 4 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 0W9 or to the Taber Hospital Foundation (Continuing Care), 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1N9.
Edith Mae Rombough, beloved wife of the late Clarence Rombough of Vauxhall, passed away in Taber on Tuesday, October 23, 2007 at the age of 94 years. Edith was born in Edmonton on January 30, 1913 to Ernest and Almeda Boyd. In 1950, Edith and Clarence bought a farm in the Enchant area and farmed the land for 30 years where they raised their nine children. She is survived by her children Jean (Howard) Olson, Lillian Olson, Dale (Dorothy) Rombough, Marion (Ross) Nelson, Wallace (Sylvia) Rombough, Gordon (Cindy) Rombough, Thelma (Barry) Brown, Jobie (Arnold) Carswell; son-in-law Milton Howg, thirty-two grandchilden, sixty great grandchildren and seven great great grandchildren. Edith was predeceased by her husband Clarence; daughter Marlene Howg; son-in-law Herman Olson, four grandchildren and one great grandchild. Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday October 26, 2007 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel on Saturday, October 27, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Jeff Frostad of the Enchant Evangelical Free Church officiating. Burial to follow in the Vauxhall Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Edith’s name may be made directly to the Salvation Army, 1218 - 2 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 0E3 or to the Taber Hospital Foundation (Continuing Care), 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1N9.
Ruth Rachwalski of Taber, beloved wife of the late Mike Rachwalski, passed away on Tuesday, August 21, 2007 at the age of 90 years. Ruth was born on May 11, 1917 in Taber, Alberta, a daughter of Tom and Lizzie Carr. She received her schooling in Taber and married Mike Rachwalski on November 14, 1942. Ruth was a long time employee of Empress Foods. She was an active member of St. Theodore’s Anglican Church and Altar Guild, the Moose, Royal Purple and Taber Hospital Women’s Auxiliary. Ruth is survived by her son Tom (Marie) Rachwalski of Coldstream, B.C. and their two children Sheila (John) Sinkie (their children Jordyn and Ryan) of Coquitlam, B.C. and Craig (Wendy) Rachwalski (their children Cole and Jake) of Cloverdale, B.C.; a daughter Bev Rachwalski of Edmonton; brother Roger Carr of Calgary; sister Florence Frasch of Strathmore and also by numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her mother in 1928 and her father in 1948. The Funeral Service will be held at St. Theodore’s Anglican Church, 5120-44 Ave., Taber on Tuesday, August 28, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. with The Reverend Wil Stonehill officiating. Burial will follow in the Taber Memorial Garden. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Ruth’s name may be made directly to the Taber Hospital Foundation, Special Care Unit, 4326-50 Ave., Taber T1G 1N9.
Shelley Ann Ross, beloved wife of Bruce Ross and loving mother of Rachael Ross of Vauxhall, passed away on Tuesday, July 10, 2007 at the age of 52 years. Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, July 13, 2007 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, July 14, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Bruce Sheasby officiating. Burial to follow at the Vauxhall Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Shelley’s name may be made directly to the Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada, #302, 223 - 12 Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta T2R 0G9.
Mary Bernadette Revak (nee Magyar) of Taber, beloved wife of the late Louis Revak, passed away on Thursday, June 28, 2007 at the age of 86 years. Mary is survived by her son Ron Revak of Magrath and good friend, Karen Taillefer; daughter Jeannette (Gordon) Quast of Taber; three grandchildren Colleena Fast of Grande Prairie, Corey (Nicole) Quast of Red Deer and Keith (Mel) Quast of Red Deer; nine great-grandchildren Seth, Katarina, Shayodi, Jade, Sierra, Faith, Hans, Bailey and Jessica. She is also survived by her brothers Louis (Beth) Magyar of Enchant, Frank Magyar of Edmonton; sisters Margaret Lang of Edmonton, Isabelle Magyar of Edmonton and sisters-in-law Helen Stanko of Calgary and Beatrice Magyar of Lethbridge as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Louis in 1998; grandson Mark Quast in 1975; parents Anna and Gabor Magyar in 1969 and 1972, respectively; an infant brother Andrew and infant sister Margaret in Hungary; sister Jolane Tokariuk in 2002 and brother Bert in 2007. Mary was born December 20, 1920 in Ramoschahaza, Szabolcs Megye, Hungary. She immigrated with her mother and brother Bert, on the Empress of Scotland landing in Canada on June 26, 1928. Upon arrival they traveled by train to Alberta to meet her Father in Taber. Being the oldest, she was responsible for helping to raise her three sisters and three brothers. She worked at the Cannery in Taber before her marriage. She married Louis Revak on December 30, 1942. Together they farmed south of Taber for thirty-one years until they sold the farm and retired into the town of Taber in 1973. Mary enjoyed gardening, plants, flowers, children, music, knitting and movies. She took great joy in her family and her nieces and nephews. Her greatest achievement and thrill was a six week trip taken to Hungary in 1970 where she renewed acquaintances with relatives. Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, July 3, 2007 at 7:00 P.M. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, July 4, 2007 at 10:30 A.M. with Reverend Mariusz Sztuk SDS, Celebrant. Burial to follow in the Taber Memorial Garden. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Mary’s name may be made directly to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 207, 542 - 7 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2H1.
