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Kimberley Anne Bird (nee Compton)

February 26, 1961 ~ October 15, 2017

Kimberley Anne Bird (nee Compton) of Sturgeon County passed away on Sunday, October 15, 2017 at the age of 56 years, after complications from a stroke. An engaging personality, Kim was known as a people person. Always a team player, she spent many years playing in a fast pitch league and later coached her daughter’s teams. Kim took pleasure in bringing family and friends together to share a home cooked meal, play games, or belt out karaoke. Throughout her life, Kim also enjoyed the outdoors including, gardening, camping and fishing.

Kim is survived by her loving husband of 38 years, John; her three daughters, Malina (Justin), Amy (Ryan), and Jennifer (Alexa); her father Fred (Dianne); her sister, Debbie; her granddaughter, Everly; and many extended family members. She was predeceased by her mother, Patricia.

In lieu of flowers donations will be gratefully accepted in memory of Kim by:

Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, NWT & Nunavut
10985 - 124 Street
Edmonton, Alberta 
T5M 0H9

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Ray Lewis Rigney

August 28, 1921 ~ September 22, 2017

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ray Lewis Rigney beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, farmer, community volunteer, and friend on September 22, 2017 at the age of 96 years. He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his four children, Norma (Phil), Donald (Heather), Joyce (Bob), Marsha (Rob); many grandchildren and great grandchildren; as well as numerous extended family and friends. Ray was         predeceased by his beloved wife of 61 years, Dorothy; his parents, William Reed and Elora (nee Lewis) Rigney; and his siblings. We would like to thank West Country Hearth for the many years of kindness, care and friendship that dad found within their walls. We would also like to thank   Westlock Hospital staff and Dr. Keay for their care of dad during his final illness. You truly made it easier for all of us.

In lieu of flowers donations will be gratefully accepted by The Alzheimer Society of Alberta & Northwest Territories, 14925 – 111 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta T5M 2P6; online donations can also be made to The Salvation Army; or a charity of your choice.

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Lee Randall Boswell

February 23, 1971 – June 13, 2017

It is with great sadness the family of Lee Randall Boswell announces his passing on June 13, 2017 at the age of 46 years in Edmonton, Alberta. He will be forever loved and missed by his wife, Sharron; daughters; Destiny (Murray), Samantha (Madison), Zayla and Angelina. Lee also leaves to cherish his memory his father, Art; brothers, Darrell (Brenda), Rocky, Curtis (Shannon), Mark (Sharon), Troy; sister, Monica (Vern); uncle, Danny; several aunts, uncles, many nieces and nephews; as well as numerous extend family and friends.

Lee was predeceased by his mom, Joyce (nee Ricard) Boswell in 1988.

Lee was born February 23, 1971 in Flin Flon, Manitoba to Art and Joyce (nee Ricard) Boswell, he was their youngest of seven children. Lee moved his family to Alberta three years ago where he found his dream job with Horizon North.  He enjoyed his family time, hunting and fishing.

Footprints In The Sand

One night a man had a dream. He dreamed
he was walking along the beach with the LORD.

Across the sky flashed scenes from his life.
For each scene he noticed two sets of
footprints in the sand: one belonging
to him, and the other to the LORD.

When the last scene of his life flashed before him,
he looked back at the footprints in the sand.


He noticed that many times along the path of
his life there was only one set of footprints.

He also noticed that it happened at the very
lowest and saddest times in his life.

This really bothered him and he
questioned the LORD about it:

"LORD, you said that once I decided to follow
you, you'd walk with me all the way.
But I have noticed that during the most
troublesome times in my life,
there is only one set of footprints.
I don't understand why when
I needed you most you would leave me."

The LORD replied:

"My son, my precious child,
I love you and I would never leave you.
During your times of trial and suffering,
when you see only one set of footprints,
it was then that I carried you."

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Melissa Jayne Ebert

January 10, 1983 ~ June 16, 2017

Melissa will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her husband, Daniel; children, Cooper, and Oaklee; parents, Dale and Jackie (nee Rigney) Zinnick; sister, Candice; brother, Ash (Ashley); niece, Aubree; nephew, Dawson; in-laws, Greg and Donna Ebert; brother in-law, Clint (Ang) Ebert; as well as numerous uncles, aunts, cousins, extended family and dear friends. Melissa was born January 10, 1983 in Edmonton, Alberta but grew up in Bon Accord country side. She loved so much. Melissa’s passion was her family, friends, and her work with the Government of Alberta’s Treasury Board and Finance. In accordance with Melissa’s final wishes the family would like to ask that everyone come to the funeral wearing something pink, as well as comfortable, even your favorite Pj’s if you so wish. Melissa loved to be comfortable in her clothing and would like the same for those in attendance of her service