On April 11, 2012, Mr. Douglas Stewart Armstrong, former long-time resident of Taber, Alberta passed away in High Prairie, Alberta at the age of 88 years.
He leaves to mourn his wife Ann, daughter Kathy (Gordon) Peters of High Prairie, sons Fred (Colleen) Armstrong of Taber, Earl Armstrong of Edmonton, Stan (Haley) Armstrong of Rolling Hills, 9 grandchildren & 17 great grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held at St. Mark's Anglican Church, High Prairie on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at 2 :00 pm with Phyllis Dupuis officiating.
Interment to follow at High Prairie and District Cemetery, High Prairie, Alberta. If friends so desire donations may be made to the High Prairie Health Complex - Family Care Unit as an expression of sympathy.
COLLIER
CHARLENE GAIL COLLIER, of Taber, AB passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Saturday, April 7, 2012 at the age of 42 years.
She is survived by her beloved companion Shawn Hart, Dean Campbell father of her three children Robert Collier, Chantel Campbell (Randy Kauenhowen) and Jessie Campbell (Kaisha Smith). Her two grandchildren Mariah and Ryley Kauenhowen, she is also survived by seven brothers, one of which is her twin, and one sister: Raymond Collier (Cathie McCabe), Ricky Collier (Debbie Collier), Randy Collier, Gary Collier, Michelle Duncan, Greg Collier (Karen Collier), (twin) Shanon Collier (Keli Collier), Troy Collier (Tara Collier), also six nephews, eleven nieces, eight great nephews and sixteen great nieces. She was predeceased by her parents Ruth & Wells Collier, grandmother Sybil Goldthorpe, and niece Sharla Collier.
Family and friends are invited to meet with the family at the church from 12:00 to 12:45.
A Funeral Service will be held at the CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS, 2ND Ward, 5314 – 54TH street, Taber, AB on Saturday, April 14th, 2012 at 1:00 PM.
Cremation to follow.
In memory of Charlene donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J 2M7.
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FONTANA
ELVINO (AL) FONTANA passed away at the Kipnes Centre for Veterans in Edmonton on February 16, 2012 at the age of 91 years. Elvino was born in Coleman, Alberta on January 15, 1921, where he spent a good portion of his youth. He met Emma (nee Rogers) in Coleman and they were married on October 3, 1941.
Elvino was predeceased by his wife of 68 years Emma, his parents Peter and Ida Fontana, his brothers Benny and Elmo Fontana, his sister Elsie Jackson, and his mother and father-in-law Isabella and Jonathan Rogers. Elvino leaves to celebrate his life and mourn his passing, his daughter Gaile (Paul) Rusznak, his son Roger (Verna) Fontana, and his daughter Lorraine (Ken) Martell, grandchildren LaVerne (Paul) Krizan, Sheri (Bob) Parsons, Robert (Sheri) Rusznak, Grant (Serenda) Fontana, Leanne (Duncan) Pottinger, Jill and Sean Martell, great grandchildren Michaela and Aiden Krizan, Robyn and Ryan Parsons, Jade and Kylan Rusznak, Emma and Noah Fontana.
Al began his life in Coleman where he lived until 1930 when his family moved to Big Valley. He fondly recalled his days in Big Valley and often shared stories of his adventures there. In 1935 the Fontana family returned to Coleman where dad reacquainted himself with Emma. They married in 1941, shortly before he enlisted in the RCAF. Dad earned his wings as a pilot and was stationed overseas in England until his return in 1945.
Upon his return dad worked in the machine shop at The McGillivray Mine back in the Crowsnest Pass. In 1955 he began his career in the Canadian Army and made the move to Calgary. In 1958, the family relocated to Lethbridge where mom and dad spent most of the remainder of their lives except for two years in Sherwood Park and a year in Calgary. Each new city generated friendships that lasted a lifetime.
Another career change saw dad leave the Military and join the Department of Indian Affairs. His dedication and devotion to the First Nations people of the Blood Indian Tribe led to his induction as an Honorary Kainai Chieftain, “Chief Heavy Shield”, in 1980.
Dad always enjoyed the outdoors. He was an avid fisherman and would spend many hours in a stream fly fishing. He also loved to hunt pheasants and always had his faithful dogs Lady (#1, #2, #3 and #4) at his side.
Dad and Mom never lost their love for the mountains and their passion for the Crowsnest Pass. They always seemed happiest in the solitary shadow of Crowsnest Mountain.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday April 14, 2012 at St. Augustine Anglican Church, 411 11 St. South, with Canon Allan McCuaig officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Second Chance Animal Rescue, at Box 3045 Athabasca, Alberta. T9S 2B9
GARDEN
MR. ROBERT JAMES GARDEN of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. AJ Garden, passed away on Monday, April 9, 2012 at the age of 58 years.
Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
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SCHMIDT
CURTIS WILHART SCHMIDT of Coalhurst, AB, beloved husband of Agnes Schmidt, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 6, 2012.
Curtis was born and raised on the family farm in Taber. He eventually moved into trucking and then worked for UFA, retiring after 25 years. Curtis was a wonderful family man who was well known for his infectious smile. He loved to fish, camp, and hunt, especially with his wife. He will be sadly missed.
Besides his loving wife Agnes, Curtis is survived by his children Barbra (Steve) Griffin, Donna (Casey) Scheurkogel, Douglas (Dorain) Schmidt, and Leah (Eric) Rosbottom; 8 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families.
Curtis was predeceased by his parents Gustave Emil Schmidt and Elizabeth Katharine Vogelpohl; siblings Virgil (Doris) Schmidt, Evelyn (Lyle) Danforth and Viola (Clifford) Pierson; and his adopted sister Emma (Dan) Hines.
A Private Family Service was held. Pastor Jason Anderson officiated the service and Roger Schmidt, Curtis’s nephew gave the Eulogy.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Those who wish, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 204, 2323 – 32nd Avenue NE, Calgary, AB T2E 6Z3 or to a charity of one’s choice.
The family wishes to thank the doctors and nurses for the special care that he received at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital.
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Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P3
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VARHAUG
Agnes Varhaug, beloved wife of the late Sven Varhaug, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 12, 2012 at the age of 98 years.
Funeral arrangements to be announced once completed.
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VIELLE
Alberta Vielle (Misamiikiitokiaaki) of Standoff, AB passed away peacefully in Lethbridge on April 8, 2012 at the age of 77 years. Grandma was surrounded by her loving family at the time of her passing.
Grandma is survived by her daughters Sandra, Shirley (Gilbert) Wolf Child, son Robert (Betty) Vielle; grandchildren Darcie (T.J), Kelly, Carmen, Danielle, Lance (Tanya), Todd, Melissa (Jesse) Wolf Child, Jean (Desmond), Joan (John), Bert (Amanda) Vielle, Apollonia (Keith), Ramona, Jarvis, Waylon and 18 great grandchildren; sisters Elsie, Janet, Marlise (Sonny), Josephine, Helen and Gloria (Jack) Red Crow; brother Martin (Elizabeth) Vielle; as well as numerous adopted brothers, sisters and children.
Grandma was born in Cardston, AB during the spring time to the late Albert and Paula Vielle. In her younger days she enjoyed riding horses and working with dad Paastaan. Her dad was a rancher therefore did fencing for him. She enjoyed breaking horses and working in the barn. Grandma also worked at various jobs; cooking and cleaning at Standoff school, apple and strawberry picking in Washington. She also stayed home to take care of her children. She loved spending time with her family and had nick names for all her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Grandma’s hobbies included beading, doing word search, puzzles, crocheting, John Wayne movies, attending pow wows, storytelling and cruising to the movie theatre. She enjoyed going to the BTA building to visit and see all her friends. She also enjoyed travelling with her grandchildren to sporting events she even rode on a ferry to Vancouver Island to support granddaughter Danielle compete in the NAIG games even though she did not like travelling on water. Grandma was a fluent speaker of our Blackfoot Language and encouraged the young to learn their language. Grandma was devoted to her religion and she prayed for family, friends and all who needed prayers. Grandma’s favourite times were picking berries and mint with family and friends. Grandma made the best fry bread which everyone enjoyed; people even paid her to make them her fry bread.
Grandma’s babies were Carmen, Lance, Terece and her pride and joy Sawyer.
Grandma has reunited with her parents Alberta and Paula Vielle, her baby Larry, husband Lawrence Eli, brothers Herman Vielle, Morris Vielle, sisters Isabelle, Rita, Doreen, nephew Kevin and nephew and nieces from Seattle.
Grandma’s extended families includes the Across The Mountains, Eli’s, Riders, Crow Chiefs and Crows.
The family extends their gratitude to Dr. Tailfeathers, staff at Blood Tribe Clinic, Doctors and nurses at Cardston hospital and the Doctors and nurses at Chinook Regional Hospital.
A Family Service will be held at 5:00 P.M., on Friday, April 13, 2012 at EDEN’S FUNERAL HOME – Fort Macleod, AB, 2424-5th Ave. With a Wake Service to follow from 6:30 P.M to 11:00 P.M., at the OLD SAIPOYI GYM, Blood Reserve, then to Sandra Vielle’s residence for the remainder of the evening.
A Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at 11:00 A.M., on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at ST. MARY’S IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, Standoff, with Father Pawel Andrasz, Celebrant. Interment to follow in St. Catherine’s Cemetery.
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