2001 Obituaries

Theodora Christena Dempsey was born on August 24th, 1907 to Christian and Yelva Jensen of Kenmare, North Dakota. She attended Nixon School in the Antelope Lake area before they moved to Cabri, Sask., where she finished her schooling at the age of 14 and went home to help her mother.

In 1927, she married Robert Dempsey in Swift Current, Sask., They lived at Roseray, Sask., where they were blessed with four children: Hugh, Vernon, Evelyn and Floyd. In the spring of 1949, they moved to their farm east of Little Gem, Alberta. There she enjoyed her garden, her turkeys and the milk cows. She really enjoyed the Sunday family gatherings with her sister, Evelyn and her family, where they would have the traditional fried chicken, home- made pies and all the trimmings. After living there for eighteen years, they retired and moved to Stettler in 1967, staying there until they moved to Consort in 1972. There, she still enjoyed her gardening and flower beds. She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren. It was at this time that she started her crochetting, which she enjoyed giving away to family and friends and entered much of her work in the Consort Fair where she won many ribbons.

After Robert’s passing in 1985, Dora moved to the Senior Citizens Lodge. There she enjoyed playing cards, bingo and shuffleboard, along with visiting with some of the other residents. She lived there until the winter of 1999, when she moved to the Long Term Care at the Consort Health Centre and lived there until her passing.

Joyc’Lyn Eisert-Graydon passed away at the Royal Alexandra Hospital, Edmonton, on Sunday, January 14, 2001. She was the eldest child of Charles and Lillian Eisert and was born on July 11, 1928 in Coronation. She resided in Brownfield all her life.

After Joy turned 13, she stopped going to school, but completed her schooling by correspondence. She wor- ked with her father on the family farm/cattle operation. In September 1957, Joyce and Bill Graydon were married and they enjoyed the blessing of one daughter, Charalee. From 1966 through 1976, Bill and Joy operated the Coronation Auction Market, with Joy taking the “up front” role.

Joy loved the land, the trees and the animals. One of their quarters was set aside for the preservation of prairie grass and wildlife, and only the most foolish hunter would dare go near her land. In 1964, Joy’s naturalist work was recognized by the people of Alberta with an environmental protection award presented by the Minister of Environment.

Joy not only worked hard outside, but also did her share inside, fulfilling her role as wife and mother.

Joy was predeceased by her parents, Charles and Lillian Eisert; brother, Melbourne Woody; niece, Rudelle Hall; brother-in-law, Nicholas Rosta; and brother-in-law, Harry Cooper.

Left to mourn are her husband, Bill; daughter, Char- alee; sisters Helen; Joan and her daughter, Lauren; and Gene; brother, Luther Woody and his wife, Edna; sister Frances Cooper, as well as other nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors.

Hazel Clara Elizabeth Hauer (Roth) (Slater), born March 15, 1918 in Willow-brook, Alberta passed away suddenly at the Foothills Hospital on Friday, January 19, 2001 at the age of 82 years.

She will be missed by her brother, Everett Slater of Red Deer; daughter, Louise (Paul) MacTavish; sons, Allen (Wilma) Roth, Wayne (Joyce) Hauer, Lynn (Ann) Hauer, all of Calgary; grandchildren Ryan, Jessica, Tim, Anthony, Corinne, Jillian, Jeff, Mike, Stephanie, Thyr; great grandchildren Justin, Bron- wyn and numerous friends and relatives.

A funeral service was held at the Calgary Crematorium Chapel on Thursday, January 25, 2001 at 3:00 p.m. A memorial service will be held in Consort from Knox United Church, on Saturday, February 10th at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow in the Lake Road Cemetery. There will be a lunch and reception in the basement of Knox United Church following the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Hazel’s memory may be made to World Vision Canada (Child Sponsor Program), 6330 Turner Valley Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5N 2C4, telephone 1-800-268-4888.

Editor’s Note: Hazel and her brother, Earl Slater, lived in Consort for a number of their adult years. Hazel was first married to Allen Roth, who was killed overseas during World War II. She settled in Consort and made a living for herself and her son by becoming one of the first permanent hairdressers in the town and had her beauty shop in the front end of the Sodeman building (about where the Information teepee sits now). After her marriage to Wilmer Hauer, she moved away from here but always kept track of her old home town through The Enterprise. Wilmer passed away some years ago, and Hazel has lived in Calgary for many years.

Roy Buehler passed away at the Rockyview Hospital in Calgary on Saturday, January 20, 2001 at the age of 67 years.

Roy was born on March 12, 1933 in Consort to parents Frederick and Rosina Buehler. He attended the Broadview School until Grade Six. Roy contracted polio when he was about 19, during the epidemic of 1953. After that he remained in the Consort district, where he spent most of his life. He enjoyed going downtown on a Saturday night and visiting friends and neighbors who he might meet there. He liked driving around the community and just taking in the sights. Roy spent a short time in the lodge, but preferred living on his own. He was known to be his own person, consistently having an answer for everything. He enjoyed reading, working on his investments and never seemed short of things to do. Roy will be sadly missed by all of his friends and family.

He was predeceased by his parents and one brother, Gordon, nieces Sherry and Debbie Buehler and nephew Dale Halford. Four brothers and four sisters survive him: Alvin (Blackie), Calgary, Verna Letts, Newport, California, Trudy Chorney, Calgary, Irma Duprey, Toronto, Jean (Joe) Tarnozie, Airdrie, Richard (Isabel), Medicine Hat, Wilf (Freda), Consort and Ray (Diane), Olds. Also left to mourn his passing are a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends.

Gladys Alma Beard passed away on January 31, 2001 in the Consort Long Term Care Complex at the age of 94 years.

Gladys Schooler was born September 23, 1906 in Reliance, South Dakota. At the age of eight she came to the Consort area with her parents, five sisters and three brothers. She attended school at Sedalia, Sounding Valley and Consort Schools. Between finishing school and getting married, she worked as a housekeeper on various farms in the Sedalia area.

On March 28, 1928 Gladys married Aldege Hogue. They had three daughters, Evelyn, Mona and Shirley. Shirley died at the age of one month in 1935. During the next few years, Gladys was very busy raising two girls as well as working as a housekeeper on farms and as a cook in the coffee shop at Consort Hotel. In the early 1940’s, she and brother, Art Schooler, had the coffee shop for a few years. For several years after, Gladys worked for other owners of the coffee shop. She was the first cook to work for Ralph Denney when he opened his new, modern cafe in Consort in the late 1940’s and helped establish that cafe’s reputation as “The best place to eat between Stettler and the border”. Her 3-layer, 5″ high chocolate cake was baked fresh every morning for the coffee crowd and was gone by noon!

In 1963, she married Barney Beard and moved to a farm near Vermilion, Ab. They lived there for six years before moving back to Consort in 1969. Gladys’ interests ranged from rug hooking to gardening and card games, with a little cooking thrown in for good measure. She and her friends would take turns baking birthday cakes for each other. Her yard was filled with vibrant colored flowers from spring to fall. Bird feeders were there to attract the birds. Cats would also come to visit for something to eat. Anyone wanting a lively game of bridge or a rip roaring game of canasta, were always welcome. Gladys will be missed by family and friends alike.

Gladys was predeceased by her parents, husbands, Aldege Hogue and Barney Beard, two daughters, Ramona “Mona” Lovo and Shirley, five sisters and three brothers. She is survived by her daughter, Evelyn (Fred) Begoray of Edmonton and son-in-law, Bob Lovo of Calgary; brother Clay Schooler of Consort; three step-children, Robert (Lor- etta) Beard, Sherwood Park, John (Debbie) Beard and Ivy (Joe) Pare; seven grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, eight step grandchildren and eleven step great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews.

The funeral service was held on Saturday, February 3rd at 2:00 p.m. in Knox United Church, Consort, with the Rev. Hilde Seal officiating. Active pallbearers were Gary Schooler, David Begoray, Patrick Begoray, Ken Baxter, John Begoray and Gregg Lovo. Interment took place at Lake Road Cemetery, Consort.

Mr. Ewald Weiss of Empress, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Pauline Weiss (nee Hauck), passed away Monday, February 12, 2001 at the age of 91 years. He is survived by one son, Stanley (Cleona) Weiss of Dunmore; three granddaughters, Michelle (Brice) Koenig of Medicine Hat, Barbara Weiss of Dunmore and Krista Weiss of Hiroshima, Japan, as well as one great-grandson, Dylan Koenig of Medicine Hat. He is also survived by two sisters, Emma Feil of Red Deer and Leontina Waldbauer of Whiterock, B.C.; two brothers-in-law, Ralph (Ann) Hauck of Medicine Hat and Art (Elaine) Hauck of Stoney Creek, Ontario; two sisters-in-law, Martha Weiss of Maple Creek and Sally Hauck of Medicine Hat, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his wife, Pauline, in 1986, one son in infancy, and a grandson, Murray Weiss in 1964. He was also predeceased by his parents, Andreas and Karlena Weiss; two brothers, Henry and Fred; two sisters, Kathrine Castalani and Justina Bonnin; two sisters-in-law, Pauline Weiss and Rose Sailer; seven brothers-in-law, Edward Waldbauer, Rudolph Castalani, Ben- jamen Bonnin, Emil Feil, Emmanuel Sailer, Emmanuel Hauck and Emmanuel Weiss.

Ewald was born in the Josephburg district on Wednesday, August 11, 1909. He worked at home and for various ranchers in the area until buying his own ranch from Mr. Fred Meier in the Cypress Hills. During this time, he married Miss Pauline Hauck and a son, Stanley, was born.

After several years he sold this place to his nephew, Alan Waldbauer. Ewald then bought the Peacock Ranch, southeast of Maple Creek. A few years later, due to ill health, he sold to his brother-in-law, Emmanuel (Martha) Weiss. They then moved to Medicine Hat for two years, before buying a ranch northwest of Suffield. In 1957, he sold this ranch and bought a place south of Monitor, from Mr. John Koenig. In 1974, he sold this place and retired to Medicine Hat. Ewald loved ranching and devoted his entire life to raising black cattle. Working with horses was also something he enjoyed. He broke many horses to ride and drive. In later years, “Branding Day” was a highlight in his life.

Because of ill health, Ewald moved to the Empress Health Centre, in August of 1997, where he resided until his passing.

A private family service was held on Thursday, February 15. If friends desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Empress Health Centre, Box 125, Empress, Ab. T0J 1E0

Cook Southland, Medicine Hat, in charge of arrangements.

Rodney James Todd, better known as Rod to most people, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2001 in Foothills Medical Center, Calgary. He leaves to mourn, a loving wife, Janet, a son, Grant (Lauretta), four daughters, Elaine (Mark), Lynn (Ciaran), Gail (Dave) and Kim (Craig), and eight grandchildren. He also leaves his “adopted” Danish son, Flemming (Linda) and their four daughters; his sister, Marilyn (Dillon), brother David (Maxine) and numerous nieces and nephews. His parents, Jim and Ida and sister-in-law, Shari, predeceased him.

Rod was born December 20, 1933 in Provost, Alberta. He attended Good Luck, Clansman and Lakesend primary schools and Sedgewick High School. In 1954, he went to work on the oil rigs. During that time he met Joyce Smith and in 1955, they wed. Together they had two children, Elaine and Grant.

Rod returned to the farm in 1960 where he worked for Czar Block for a couple of years. In 1963, he married Betty Turton and built a house in the same yard as his Dad and brother. In 1965, Rod, his dad and brother joined to form a company, Todd Ranch Ltd.

On July 25, 1970 he married Janet Hope and they had three daughters, Lynn, Gail and Kim.

Rod retired from faming in 1994, choosing the harsh winter life of Acapulco instead of Alberta. His interests were woodworking, reading, attending auctions, socializing with friends and travelling.

The funeral service was held at Czar Community Hall on Thursday, February 22 at 2:00 p.m. The officiating clergy was Pastor Dan MacNaughton. Pianist was Elaine Almberg. Youngest daughter Kim Bondy read the tribute. A luncheon put on by the Czar Ladies followed.

Loyal Clayton Erickson passed away peacefully at his home in Marysville, B.C. on February 23, 2001 at the age of 79 years.

Loyal was born in Saskatoon, Sask., moving to Veteran where he spent his childhood. He joined the Canadian Army in 1942 and was in Olenbergh, Germany when peace was declared. He returned to Calgary where he worked for the C.P.R. for a short time, then to Cominco in Trail, before being transferred in 1953 to Kimberley to work in the new Cominco Iron and Steel Plant. He retired in 1981.

Loyal was predeceased by his wife, Marjory (Sanderson) in 1973. Surviving are his three sons, Wayne of Vancouver, Brian of Logan Lake and his daughters, Tammie and Tracy and a great grandson, Cody; Douglas of Mayook; one daughter, Gladys (Stan Uhryn), Trenton, Ontario, their children, Laura, Michael and Stephen and his spouse, Rita, of 243 years and her sons, Donald and Neil Olderness.

Loyal loved his family, many friends and community, volunteering his time at Laura Keer Church, skating rinks and the old Legion in Marysville. He loved sports and spent time with the junior hockey and ball teams, also assisting with the Jr. Forest Wardens. He loved the outdoors – hunting, fishing and camping. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

A tribute to Loyal’s life was held in the Kimberley Legion from 2 to 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, those wishing, may make a donation to The Pines Memorial Fund.

Mary Roseltha Pearl Hainer passed away peacefully on February 28, 2001 at the age of 90 years, in the Coronation Health Care Complex.

Pearl was born January 10, 1911 in the Balmoral District of Red Deer. Her family moved to the Consort area when she was 6 months old. The Bryans built a big new home in the Neutral Valley District where Pearl and her sister Ruby, and four brothers, Herb, Charlie, Orme and Russ, attended school. She graduated from the eighth grade receiving her certificate in 1924 and then she worked as a housekeeper in several different homes in the surrounding country.

Pearl married Fred Hainer in 1928 and they farmed in the Loyalist area. Their daughter, Colleen, was born on June 25, 1930 and attended the Loyalist School. After Colleen’s passing on June 24, 1946, they adopted a baby boy, Gary, in 1947 and soon after that moved to Wetaskiwin. They also lived in Camrose and Castor.

For many years, due to on-going health problems, Pearl resided at Rose Haven Centre in Camrose; Consort Seniors Lodge, and then Assisted Living and Extended Care in Coronation.

Pearl was predeceased by her parents, Roseltha and George Bryan, in 1944, her daughter, Colleen in 1946, her husband, Fred in 1979, her son, Gary in 1986; brothers Herb, Charlie, Orme and Russ; brother-in-law Ed Hladik; sisters-in-law, Bertha Bryan and Gertrude Bryan; nephews Jimmy Hladik and Bruce Bryan.

She is survived by her sister, Ruby Hladik of Wetaskiwin and her sister-in-law, Jean Bryan of Consort; nieces and nephews: Anna (Gordie) Walker, Wetaskiwin, Lois (Alton) Neese of Royal, Arkansas, Frank Hladik, Qualicum Beach, B.C., Don (Joanne) Hainer, Calgary, Les Hainer, Veteran, Frank (Joanne) Hainer, Whitehorse, N.W.T., Neil McDougall, Calgary, Gloria Swain, Edmonton, Jack (Edna) Bryan, Grande Prairie, Beth Perkins, Edmonton, Jean (Mike) Polasek, Clairmont, Ab., Verna Hayward, Maple Ridge, B.C., Vivia (Frank) Nemeth, Surrey, B.C., Betty (Mel) Healy, Veteran, Marlene (Bob) Arp, Consort, Janice (Darwin) Liknes, Veteran, Margaret (Bill) Kelts, Consort and Les Bryan of Red Deer, and a host of great and great-great nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held on Monday, March 5th, 2001 at the Coronation Health Care Complex, Long Term Care Unit with the Rev. Russell W. Rogers officiating. Pearl’s niece, Marlene Arp, gave a loving tribute in memory of Pearl’s life. Pianist Linda Osetsky played the organ for the congregational hymns, “In The Garden”, “Just a Closer Walk With Thee”, and “Jesus Bids Us Shine”. The Active Pallbearer was Les Bryan and Honorary Pallbearers are “All of Pearl’s Family and Friends”.

Following the funeral service, family and friends gathered together in the Long Term Care Unit for a time of fellowship and light refreshments. The interment will take place at a later date in the Lake Road Cemetery, Consort.

Should friends desire, as an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be made to the Coronation Health Care Complex Foundation, Long Term Care Unit or to the Assisted Living, Mail Bag #500, Coronationnnn, Ab. T0C 1C0 and would be appreciated by the family.

Parkview Funeral Chapels were entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements.

Debra Ann Latimer, beloved wife and best friend of Dale Latimer, passed away peacefully at the age of 41 at the Misericordia Hospital in Edmonton on Monday, February 19, 2001.

She was attended by many family and friends at the time of her passing. Along with Dale she is survived by her three daughters, Courtney Dallas 17, Samantha Ashley 11 and Paije Alexandra 6. Debra is also survived by parents Jack and Silvia Carlson of Cochrane and Bob and Barb Reid of Edmonton; brother, Duane Reid-Carlson of Calgary; sister Lana Dee (Lawrence) Backmeyer of Calgary; two half-brothers, Warren (Velma) Kragnes and Bradley (Rebecca) Kragnes of Ft. McMurray; and two step-brothers, Don (Linda) Carlson of Red Deer and Tom (Diana) Carlson of Winnipeg; along with numerous other relatives.

Debra was born on March 11, 1959 in Lloydminster, Alberta and lived most of her life with immediate family around Alberta and overseas in the United Arab Emirates during the late 1970’s and 1980’s. She most recently resided in Consort with her husband and family.

From a very early age, Debra, as the eldest in the family, was her family’s strongest care-giver, by helping her mother raise her siblings. She brought this caring and loving nature to her lifelong love and passion to be a career mother, at which she achieved the highest level of success by raising three beautiful daughters.

In her travels around the world, Debra made many friends, who have remained with her throughout her life. Debra was very active in her commuinity and the education of her children. Debra’s friendship, kindness and gentle loving spirit will be missed and always remembered. “She was deeply loved and will always be missed”.

Funeral services were held at the Calgary Crematorium Chapel (within the valley of Queen’s Park Cemetery) on Friday, February 23 at 3:00 p.m. If friends and family desire, memorial donations may be made to the Cancer Research Foundation.

Heritage Family Funeral services in charge of arrangements.

Loretta Rheaume of Calgary and formerly of Youngstown, Alberta passed away at the Rockyview Hospital on Monday, March 12th, 2001 at the age of 81 years.

Loretta was born April 6, 1919 in Lindsay, Ontario. Her parents, Dennis and Elizabeth Callaghan, were homesteaders in the Loyalist area and she spent her early years there She is survived by four daughters and three sons-in law, Mary Anne and John Koenig of Red Deer, Viola Goulet of Medicine Hat, Patricia and Allan Kowalik of Cherhill, Laurie-Jan and Bob Stevens of Calgary; ten grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. She is also survived by one sister, Mary Martin and three brothers, Arthur, George and Maurice Callaghan; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Loretta was predeceased by her husband, Arthur in 1991 and two grandchildren.

Prayers were held at Eastside Memorial Chapel (McInnis & Holloway) on Wednesday, March 14 at 7:30 p.m. The funeral Mass was celebrated at Holy Trinity Catholic Church (1525 – 45th St. S.E.) on Thursday, March 15th at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. John Baptist Nguyen OP, Celebrant. A graveside service followed on Friday at Hanna Cemetery. To e-mail expressions of sympathy: condolences@mcinnisand holloway.com, subject heading: Loretta Rheaume.

If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the charity of the donor’s choice.

The family would like to thank the Forest Grove Care Center for the excellent care that Loretta received during her stay there.

We sadly announce the passing of Kimarie Holmes on March 30, 2001 at the Edmonton University Hospital. Her strengths, skills and laughter will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Kim is survived by her loving husband Ron, daughters Candice Benner, Willow and son Chance; parents Les and Gail Wigemyr; brothers Tim (Shannon) Wigemyr, Blaine (Susan) Wigemyr, Todd Wigemyr (Cheryl Collings); and Kim Adams (Doug Borton). She is also survived by Madeline (George) Holloway; Dennis (Barb) Holmes; Sheila Holmes; Tom (Lea) Holmes; Linda (Bob) Galloway; Paula (Hugh) Jeffreys, and numerous nieces, nephews and relatives.

Kim was predeceased by son Ty on September 20, 1988.

Memorial services to be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 4th Avenue North, Cochrane, Alberta on Friday, April 6, 2001 at 1:00 p.m.

If family and friends desire donations may be made to: Cardiac Science Research, University Hospital Foundation, Donor Centre, IHI. 91 WMC, 8440 – 112 Street NW, Edmonton, AB. T6G 2B7 or STARS, Box 570, 1441 Aviation Park N.E., Calgary, AB. T2R 8M7.

Doreen Ella Befus of Red Deer passed away suddenly at her home at the age of 74, on Thursday, April 19, 2001.

There was time to pay respects Wednesday evening, April 25th at the Red Deer Funeral Home and the funeral was held from the “67th Street Chapel” Thursday, April 26th conducted by Chaplains Stuart Fraser and Grant Woodcock.

Memorial donations may be sent directly to C.A.R.S., 5409 Gaetz Ave., Red Deer, Ab. T4N 4B7 or to the L.G. Barnes Camp, Bentley, Ab. T0C 0J0.

Note: Doreen Befus came to Consort in the ’50’s from the Michener Home in Red Deer. She was employed at the Cross Bar Ranch and with the help of The Enterprise, discovered she had family throughout the province, which delighted her greatly as it was thought she was an orphan and little was known about her. She went on to become a well-known advocate for people with disabilities, using TV, radio and newspapers to spread her message across Canada. She proved that disabled people could carry their weight in society.

Rose Brosinsky of Provost, Alberta, passed away peacefully on Easter Sunday, April 15, 2001 in the Provost Long-term Care, at the age of 97 years. She was a loving and wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

Rose was born in Rosenthal, Russia on March 29, 1904, the daughter of Sophia and Johannes Reinbold. She came to Canada with her parents and siblings at six years of age and they homesteaded north of Compeer, Alberta.

Rose was married to Otto Brosinsky at South Rosen- heim Church on November 13, 1923 and to this union, seven children were born. In 1926, Rose and Otto moved to Compeer, where they resided for 47 years.

Rose was an active member in the community and church and was a member of the C.W.L. for 62 years. Rose was an enthusiastic fan of all her children’s activities, including baseball and hockey. She was widely known for her crocheting and baking, winning many First Ribbons at Fall Fairs. Her home was always open to everyone and no one ever left without a taste of her wonderful cooking. Rose en- joyed playing cards, crocheting and gardening. Her houseplants were admired by many.

Rose and Otto moved to Provost in 1973, where they enjoyed new and old friends, church functions and the Seniors Drop-In Centre. In 1983 they celebrated their 60th Anniversary with family and friends.

After Otto passed away in 1987, Rose resided at the Provost Lodge, enjoying all of the various activities. She went to Continuing Care in 1998, where she was lovingly cared for by all of the staff.

Rose was predeceased by her husband, Otto, siblings and son-in-law, Gor- don Kokesch. Rose is lovingly remembered by Rose and Frank Brezovski of Calgary, Jack and Marj Brosinsky of Veteran, Her- man and Hertha Brosinsky of Camrose, Norman and Elenore Brosinsky of Estevan, Sk., Adeline and Ray Klassen of Calgary, Eileen Kokesch of Red Deer, Maurice and Phyllis Bro- sinsky of New Norway, and by 20 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and three sisters-in-law.

Prayers were held Thursday evening, April 19, 2001 and funeral services were held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Provost on Friday, April 20, 2001 with the Rev. Vic Perron officiating.

Lois passed away peacefully at the Red Deer Regional Hospital on May 17, 2001 at the age of 73 years.

Lois was born on January 12, 1928 on a farm east of Red Deer and grew up on a farm north of Eckville. She met and married Tom Chalmers on June 30, 1956.

She is survived by her loving husband, Tom; daughter, Linda and son, Doug; her sister Lila (Jim) Kaufman; her brother-in-law, Eric Gilbey; and five nieces and one nephew. Lois was predeceased by her parents, Art and Grace Doty; her brother, Doug; two sisters, Irene (Pat) Gilbey and Evelyn Doty; and a nephew, Rod Himes.

The funeral was held May 22nd at Parkland Funeral Home with the Rev. Mary-Ellen Moore officiating.

A former Consort United Church Minister, who lived here with his wife and family for a number of years, passed away May 25, 2001.

Mr. Warren is survived by his wife, Gwen; families, Keith, Kathy, Fayrell and Lee Warren of Drayton Valley; Dale, Joy, Tanya and Craig Warren of Drayton Valley; Heather, Keith, Amye, Mark and great-grandson, Kyle Smith of Vernon, B.C.; Susan and Bob Jensen of Edmonton; Margret-Jean, Tyler and Shea Mauro of Prince George, B.C.; one brother, Everett and three sisters, Lela, Vivian and Laurine. He was predeceased by four brothers, George, Kenneth, Clyde and Newton, and one sister, Lillian.

A Memorial service will be held in Clive, Alberta on Friday, June 22nd at 4:00 p.m. in the Clive Baptist Church. If friends so desire, donations may be made in Bob’s name to “missions” of their own church.

Charlotte Ann Bondaruk of Leduc, passed away May 26, 2001 at the age of 54 years, after a valliant battle with cancer. She was the niece of Peggy Walker of Consort, and was known in this area.

Charlotte is survived by her nieces, Brandi (Will) LaPlante and their daughter, “little Taylor”‘, Tanis Bondaruk, all of Calmar; aunties and uncles, Peggy Walker of Consort, Alice McFadyen of Camrose, Emma Cootes of Sherwood Park, Sonia (Bill) Ray of Delburne, Mary Mattson of Yellowknife, N.W.T., Helen Bondaruk of Fairview, Alex Charchuk of Hines Creek, cousins Ray and Bab Smith of England, special friend, Cody and also by numerous cousins, many dear friends and neighbors. She was predeceased by her parents, George and Edith Bondaruk and her brother, Francis Bondaruk.

The funeral sevice was held on Saturday, June 2, 2001 at 2:00 p.m., at St. David’s United Church, Leduc with Reverend Blaine Gregg officiating. Cremation followed.

If relatives and friends so desire, donations to the Cross Cancer Institute (11560 – University Avenue, Edmonton, Ab. T6G 1Z2) or to the charity of one’s choice, would be greatly appreciated.

Hainstock & Son Funeral Chapel of Leduc was in charge of arrangements.

Violet Aizzier Read went to be with her Lord at the Crossbow Hospital on May 28, 2001, at the age of 83 years.

Violet was united in marriage to William Read in 1959 and spent most of her life in the Wainwright area. She lived with her sister in Calgary during her last year. Family and friends whose lives she touched will lovingly remember Violet for her dedication to helping others.

She is sadly missed and fondly remembered by her sister, Ardell McDonald of Calgary; brothers Elmer Aizzier of Ft. Macleod and Alfred (Ruby) Aizzier of Three Hills; nephew Trevor (Sherry) Aizzier of Kirriemuir; nieces, Loralie Aizzier, Suzan Aizzier, Jeanette (Paul) Le- daire and Ardell McDonald of Calgary; and great nieces and nephews Danielle, Sean, Alex, Ryan, Sorina, Taryn and Benjamin. Family and friends also surviving are Sylvia (Gordon) Halden- by, Keith (Lillian) Read and Dorothy Hageman. Violet was predeceased by her parents and husband, William.

A memorial service was held at the Free Evangelical Church in Wainwright on June 1st at 1:00 p.m.

Paulus Fred Schafer of Camrose, beloved husband, father and Opa, passed away at home on June 17, 2001 at the age of seventy-seven years.

Paul was born on April 2, 1924 in Slavgorod, Siberia, to Fred and Pauline Schafer. As a young boy, he came to Canada with his family who farmed in the Compeer area for many years. On June 4, 1957, he was joined in Holy Matrimony to Hildegard Chmiel in St. Andrew’s Roman Catholic Church, Consort. They raised two sons, Peter and Hans. For most of his life, Paul was involved in mixed farming in the Consort Area.

In 1983, Paul and Hildegard retired to Camrose. In his retirement, Paul enjoyed coffee and discussion with his men friends. Curling had been a big part of his life and he acquired many trophies. Although Paul and Hildegard travelled to Alaska and Germany, Paul liked being at home the best. While he was thrifty in the sense that he did not waste money, he was extremely generous. Paul will be remembered as a good father who loved his children, grandchildren and Godchildren.

Left to cherish his memory are: his loving wife of 44 years, Hildegard; one son, Hans (Cindy) of Consort; six grandchildren, Denece, Daryl, KeDee, Amy, Devonay and Mallory; Godchildren, Wilf Ritter, Joyce (Ritter) Stretch, Audrey (Jones) Ames, and Dustin Muise; many relatives and several special friends. Paul was predeceased by his parents; his son, Peter; and three sisters, Pauline, Zelma and Katherine.

A Prayer Vigil was held Wednesday, June 20th at 7:00 p.m. in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Camrose. The Mass of Christian Burial took place in Consort at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 21 with Father Nestor Watin presiding. The organist was Nellie Jones and Wilf Ritter gave the Eulogy. Interment was in St. Andrew’s Cemetery, Consort.

On Sunday, June 10, 2001, Gordon E. Ryberg passed away at the Kindersley Hospital at the age of 73 years. Gordon was born February 13, 1928 at Loverna, Sask. His mother, Hulda, died shortly thereafter. He was raised by the Berg family. His father, Everett died in 1952. Gordon farmed in the Loverna/Compeer area with his brothers, Ole and Erling Berg. As a teenager, he enjoyed playing for dances with his brother, Erling. Later he was joined by Leo Keller, Alv Seim and Nelson Bingeman and they played in a band for many, many years.

On October 4, 1955, he married Cecilia Keller and they lived and farmed the Ryberg homestead, where they raised their seven children: Tom, Kelly, Frank, Mary Lou, Bruce, Cindy and Kevin.

He started driving school bus in 1973 and continued driving until 1991, when he suffered a slight stroke and was forced to give it up. Many of the children that rode the bus, have mentioned they remembered him by his friendly wink and smile.

Gordon was known in the community by the happy tune he whistled, whether it be at the Compeer store, post office, garage or rink.

Gordon was predeceased by three brothers: Harold, Melvin and Ole Berg, sister Anna Stokoe and brother-in-law, Jim Stokoe. Left to mourn his passing are his wife, Cecilia; children, Tom (Diane), Jennifer, Warren; Kelly (Charlet), Britney, Brendan; Frank (Gail), Collin, Tracey, Kelsey, Brody; Mary Lou (Ralph), Andy; Bruce; Cindy (Don), Jake, Aaron; Kevin (Shelly); brother Erling Berg; nephews John and Jim Stokoe; niece Betty Stokoe; sister-in-law, Nancy Berg.

Prayers were led by Felicitas Drobig at the Immaculate Conception Church in Major, on Tuesday, June 12 at 7:30 p.m. Funeral services were held at the Immaculate Conception Church in Major on Wednesday, June 13 at 11:00 a.m. with Father George Gruber officiating. the Major Catholic Choir added a wonderful musical touch to the service.

The Pallbearers were Eldon Roesler, Randy Roesler, Don Berry, Kevin Miller, Stacy Baier and John Bardick. Honorary Pallbearers were everyone who shared in Gordon’s life.

Interment took place in the Dorcas Cemetery at Compeer and reception followed at Compeer Community Hall. As an expression of sympathy, memorial tributes may be made to the Saskatchewan Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Kindersley Community Funeral Home were entrusted with the arrangements.

Leon Domanski was born March 15, 1921 at Altario, where his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chester Domanski farmed. When Leon was but a young boy, his mother died, as well as an infant brother. After that the family members included his dad, sisters Cecelia, Lillian, Eleanor, Emelia and Marion, and brother, Joseph.

Leon passed away June 4th, 2001 in Red Deer Hospital after several weeks of failing health. A memorial service was held Monday, June 11 at 2:00 p.m. in the Altario Hall with Mr. William Thompson of Eatonia, as the officiating clergyman. Cremation had taken place. The hall full of friends and relatives testified to the esteem in which Leon was held in the community. Robbie Knight played the piano for several musical numbers including “Shall We Gather At the River” and “Pass me Not Oh Gentle Saviour”. Doug and Karen Fawcett gave two special numbers, “In The Bulb There Is a Flower” and “Will Your Anchor Hold”.

The pallbearers were Leon’s relatives and many friends.

Besides a host of nieces and nephews, immediate family members left to mourn his passing are Cecelia Phillips, Provost, Emelia Murphy, Altario and Marion Liknes, Monitor, also brother Joseph in the States.

Robert Ross Adams, 80, died July 12, 2001, surrounded by his family, at the Big Country Hospital.

Born July 3, 1921, Ross was the youngest son born to James and Annie Adams. He attended Buttevale School up to grade eight, then left to work the family farm. In 1937 his family relocated to Chesley, Ontario, but returned to Alberta in 1949 when he bought Bill Wilson’s farm at New Brigden. He then married Irene Phillips from Altario in 1959, where for the next 38 years, they made their home.

Ross and Irene “finally” retired to Oyen in 1997, but farming was still a big part of his life as he helped many friends with whatever needed to be done. He will be remembered for his love for his family, especially his grandchildren, who brought much joy to his life, his deep belief in the Lord and always being there to help his neighbors.

Ross is survived by his loving wife Irene, son Gary of Oyen, daughter Rhonda (Cal) Egeland, their children Jennifer and Jillian of Medicine Hat; son Kenneth (Connie), their children Jordan, Alissa and Owen of Red Deer; daughter Loreen (Greg) Feenstra of Medicine Hat; and brother Clarence Adams of Consort, along with his niece, Diedre and nephew John.

He was predeceased by his father and mother, sisters-in-law Agnes Adams and Muriel Murphy, brothers-in-law Knut Jensen, Albert Murphy and Paul Hirsekorn.

Funeral services were held on July 17, at the Legion Hall with Pastor Mac Hyland officiating, Bev Robertson, organist, with special music by Donna Lothammer and Bob Shields, pallbearers Gene and Kathy Bitz, Dwaine and Stacey Scheuerman, Bob and Velma Booker, Larry and Joanne Tattrie, Larry and Carol Ness, Hans and Claire Mundt, Glen and Tina Rosenau, Bob and Joan Shields, Bill and Jean Doolan, Jack and Bev Robertson and Jim and Sharon Ness. Honorary pallbearers were all of Ross’ family and friends.

A luncheon was held at the Legion Hall, Oyen hosted by Oyen Evangelical Missionary Church ladies.

In keeping with Ross’ generosity, memorial tributes may be made to Big Country Hospital Lions Bed Fund, Box 150, Oyen, AB T0J 2J0. Canadian Cancer Society, #102, 1865 Dunmore Road, S.E., Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z8 or donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

Hazel Hauer was born March 15, 1918 at Willow Brook, Alberta. She passed away January 19, 2001 in Calgary at the age of 82.

The funeral service was held January 25 at 3:00 p.m. from the Calgary Crematorium Chapel. Interment took place in the Lake Road Cemetery, Consort.

Hazel’s words tell of her life, as she had written the following history at some point in her life:

“My father was among the very first settlers of the Willow Brook district, coming in the fall of 1908 with his brothers, Sheldon and Mark Slater (and others) to file on their homesteads.

Sheldon was a minister and founded the first church in Consort. I do not know the details. I am not sure what year my Mother came, but she was a cook at one of the restaurants and had a ride on the very first train that went through town.

My Dad had a threshing machine and a cook car that followed the machine from farm to farm. Mom left the restaurant and worked on the cook car, along with another woman. Mom and Dad married in 1913 and her three children (Fosters) and my Dad’s had two of his own, so five children lived with them in the sod house across the road from the Willow Brook school. Eventually, it was a case of “your kids and my kids are fighting with our kids”.

Sometime after my Dad died, in 1919 (I believe), his two children went back to the States to live with relatives there. Mom and her family moved to Sounding Valley district, then to Little Gem. When I was fourteen, we moved back to Willow Brook district where I finished grade eight and took grades nine and ten.

Ida Alm, Earl and I started up a little band for dances at Willow Brook and the neigh- bouring school houses. We started at 9 p.m. and played until 2 a.m., for two dollars each, taking only a break for lunch. If a storm came up, we continued to play until it subsided, or sometimes day- break.

We moved into Consort about 1936 and lived in the Robinson house up on the hill. We soon got another little band going; Barney Hanson, Alice Day, Earl and I.

In 1939, I met Allen Roth and we married January 2, 1940. Our son, Allen Curt, arrived February 22, 1941. His father never saw him as he was killed in action in Italy, September 1944.

I was a hairdresser in Consort until Wilmer Hauer and I were married in 1948. Two of our children, Wayne and Louise were born in Consort (1950 and 1954). Then we moved to Calgary (as Wilmer was now a Greyhound bus driver), where Lynn was born in 1956.

Mom passed away in Coronation Hospital in September 1958 at age 84. I continued to live on in our little house in Bowness.”

Benhard (Ben) John Sieben passed away at Provost on July 26, 2001 at the age of 85. He was born February 11, 1916 and was the fourth of twelve children born to Amelia and Ben Sieben Sr., in the farm house north of Altario. He farmed with his dad on the homestead and in the fall of 1944, while threshing near Reward, Sask., he met Victoria Keller and three months later, on December 27, 1944 in St. John’s Catholic Church, north of Reward, Sk., they were wed.

Their first home on the homestead was the old nursing sisters house, that they moved from Altario. They started with a few cattle, a team of horses, a handful of chickens and a pig. Their first crop was hailed out 100% and Ben had to go out to work that fall for extra money. Six children were born to Ben and Victoria – Dianne, Wayne, Edwin, Sharon, Marlene and Terry. He worked hard farming and raising his children on the farm until he built his house and semi-retired to Provost in 1975.

Once in Provost, he continued to help on the farm until 1996. This left him time to regularly attend the auction mart to keep up with the price of cattle, community events and the local gossip.

Ben enjoyed visiting with all his family and friends, playing cards, playing the harmonica, working in his yard and fixing whatever.

Ben enjoyed life to its fullest and remained in excellent health until about a year ago.

Ben leaves to mourn, his loving wife, Victoria; three sons: Wayne (Debbie), Edwin (Sonia), Terry (Cheryl); three daughters, Dianne (Ron) Southoff, Sharon (Wayne) Kelts, Marline (James) Howe; fourteen grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. He is also survived by three sisters, two brothers, and numerous nieces and nephews.