July 19, 1952 ~ December 24, 2020

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Patricia “Pat” Ann Roshko (nee Dary) on Thursday, December 24, 2020 at age 68 years. Daughter to Steve and Millie Dary; loving companion to Norman Borle; mother to Bill (Melissa) Ruether, Steven (Angela) Ruether, and daughter by choice,Tracy Gloubitz; grandmother to Austin, Madison, Liam, Isabelle and Anna; sister to Ken (Ruth), Dianne, Ron (Jayne), Bob (Melody), Georgina Kapitski (Lawrence) and Melvin (Darlene); as well as many nieces, nephews, countless friends and acquaintances.

Predecessors, her father Steve (1989) and brother Larry (1968).

She touched the lives of all of us and will be greatly missed. Pat was born in Vermilion, AB on July 19 1952, and raised on the family farm in Manville, AB. Pat had many talents including music, cooking, culinary art, cake decorating and her latest hobby of quilting. We will all remember her love of giving, her will to bring happiness to those around her and her gingerbread houses.

Cremation will take place with no services being held at her request.

In lieu of flowers Pat would have loved the idea of helping those in need, so any charity that helps those less fortunate would be where the family suggests memorial contributions be made. 

July 25, 1976 ~ December 22, 2020

It is with great sadness the family of Roxane Alexandria Rita Beveridge announce her passing on Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at the age of 44 years. She will be forever loved and remembered by her husband, Chad; their 2 children, Hannah and Jesse; her parents, Albert and Marlene Gruger; sister, Ramona (Todd) Woitas and their children, Haylee and Kelly; parent in-laws, Jim and Rose Beveridge; sister in-law, Jaymie (Chris) and their children, Kenzington and Kendall; Brother in-law, Scott (Leanne) and their son, Bruin; as well as numerous extended family and friends. Due to the current Covid 19 situation a private interment will take place in Gibbons Memorial Gardens and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

February 19th, 1983 – December 3rd, 2020

It is with great sadness that the family of Catherine Litwin Halonen announces her sudden passing. Cathy passed away on her family farm doing what she loved working with one of the people she loved most in the world. She will be remembered as a loving and devoted mother, wife, daughter and sister. She was a best friend to many and an active participant in the community. Her goal was to live by the wise words of Senneca who said, “Not how long, but how well you lived is the main thing.” She always gave 100% of herself in every endeavour, and often shared wisdoms that were passed down to her from her grandparents. As a mother, she believed that working alongside her children was the best way to model and pass down knowledge and skills. She was a passionate steward of the land, growing organic grain, beef and vegetables. She worked with endless joy towards building a legacy on the land with her husband, children and parents. Leaving a positive imprint in all lives she touched, she held a deep belief that everyone deserved to be loved and should experience love, regardless of the circumstance. Just like Frank’s Red Hot Sauce, she sprinkled that sh*t (love) on everything.

Cathy will be lovingly remembered by her children, Dylan, and Tyson; her husband and highschool sweetheart, Tylor; her parents, Bev and Al Litwin; siblings, Andrew, Phillip (Cory), Amy; Grandmother, Shirley Axani; as well as many other close friends and family.

Cathy was predeceased by her loving grandparents, Joe and Lil Litwin, Metro Axani, and great grandma Lilian Smart.

Candlelight Service

To honour Cathy’s life a covid safe drive through candlelight vigil is being held
Saturday, December 12, 2020
between 4 pm – 6pm
at the Halonen farm

Memorial Donations

In lieu of gifts Tylor has requested donations be made to
the Stollery Children’s Hospital in Cathy’s name.

October 9, 1945 ~ November 18, 2020

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our Mother and Grandmother, Janet Grail Rubin on November 18, 2020 at the age of 75 years. She is predeceased by her beloved husband, Jeremy “Jerry”. She will be dearly missed by her 3 children, Warren (Jeanette), Scott (Dawn) and Karen; and her 4 grandchildren, Caleb, Miranda, Jarod, and Gayvn.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, there will be no service held.

In lieu of flowers, if you so wish please make a donation in Grail’s memory to The Gibbons/Bon Accord Food Bank.

May 21, 1946 – November 17, 2020

It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that the family of Dennis Koska announce his passing on November 17, 2020. Dennis is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Maureen; sons, Rob (Stephanie) and Randy (Paula); his grandchildren, Zachary, Briana (Jordan) and Avery (Jayna); his brother and friend, Ray (Christa); sister, Diane (fishing buddy), sister-in-laws June, Barb (Jack) Arlene; brother-in-law, Dale (Donna); his Uncle, John; numerous loving nieces and nephews; as well as lifelong friends, Ken and Donna Mullen; as well as numerous extended family and friends.

Dennis was predeceased by his parents Peter and Mary (nee Strutynski) Koska, sisters, Judy Koska and Lorraine Koska; and brother, Ken Koska.

Growing up Dennis loved to visit the family farm where he spent time hunting gophers and chasing muskrats, his close friends soon gave him the nickname “Farmer” a moniker that stuck with him throughout his lifetime. Dennis always had a love of being outdoors; he loved his acreage and enjoyed getting out on the tractor, always joking that it took two or three beers to cut the grass. Dennis was also an avid curler, loved hockey, golf and fishing especially ice fishing.

Dennis worked for fifty-five years in the Autobody Industry, starting with Healy Motors and retiring at Fort Saskatchewan Autobody where he worked alongside his son Rob. Dennis retired from that body shop 3 times but kept going back just to help out where needed!

Due to the current Covid situation a cremation has taken place and a Celebration of life maybe held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers please consider a donations in honor of Dennis to a Cancer Society of your choice.

November 16, 1939 ~ November 1, 2020

It is with heavy hearts and sadness the family of Hugh Allen Spurling announce his passing on November 1, 2020 in his 81^st year. Hugh will be dearly missed by his children, Allen (Betty), Janice (Duncan) and their mother, Marie; as well as his grandchildren, Zachary, Joshua, Samantha, Alannah, Alycia and Isaac. Hugh also leaves behind his sisters, Jean and Susan (Allen).

Hugh was predeceased by his parents, Everard and Florence; brothers, Marvin and Ronnie.

He will also be missed by his close friends, Esther, Wally and Barb.

June 26, 1941 ~ October 26, 2020

It is with heavy hearts the family of Wayne Paul Tindall announce his passing on Monday, October 26, 2020 at the age of 79 years. Wayne will be missed by his wife of 58 years, Arlene Tindall; his children, Sherry Griffiths (Allan), Brenda Tindall, Neal Tindall (Cherry Kapfhamer) and Sheila Tindall; sister, Judy Vallee of Prince George, BC; as well as his grandchildren, great grandchildren, numerous extended family and friends.

Wayne ventured into the water well drilling business in the early 70’s, servicing both Alberta and Saskatchewan until retirement. Wayne treasured times with his family, grandchildren, great grandchildren, friends and especially his wife, Arlene. Wayne will always be remembered for being a great husband, father and grandfather. Wayne will be dearly missed by so many who loved him and enjoyed his good-natured companionship.

August 14, 1972 ~ October 5, 2020

Brandy Lee Warren passed away suddenly and peacefully in her sleep on Monday, October 5, 2020 at the age of 48 years. Brandy is dearly missed by her husband, Patrick; daughter, Devyn; son, Aidan; father, Glen; sister, Julie (Justin); nephew, Carter; niece, Addison; her mother in-law, Faye; her brother in-law, Richard (Jenny); nephew, Mackenzie; as well as numerous extended family and friends.

Brandy was predeceased by her Mother, Judith.

Brandy loved to travel, play sports, listen to her favourite bands: The Tragically Hip, Tom Petty, Fleetwood Mac, and the Beatles. She also enjoyed camping, sitting around the fire with family and having a couple of cold beers was what she lived for.

Anyone wanting to remember or honour Brandy is invited to make a donation in her name to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.

April 19, 1959 – October 9, 2020

It is with extremely heavy hearts and great sadness that Ken’s children, Amanda and Cody, announce their Dad’s passing. Ken passed away on Friday, October 9th, 2020 with his children and siblings by his side.

Ken dearly loved and cherished his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family and friends.  He will be forever lovingly remembered, and is survived, by his son, Cody Mantyka; his daughter, Amanda (Trevor) Bulger; granddaughter, Ryler; grandson, Rhett; step grandchildren, Koah (Cody) Clark, Teirra (Brad) Keats, Shaena (Curt Cassidy) Bulger, Keyen Bulger; great grandchildren; Grayer and Jori Clark, Hawker Keats; siblings, Elaine Whitford, David (Alicia) Mantyka, Ramona (Gerry) Kirzinger and Rita (Paul) Kobiela; his life-long buddy, Harry (Bev) Diakiw; as well as many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends that were near and dear to his heart.

Ken was predeceased by his parents, Peter and Pauline Mantyka of Cudworth, Saskatchewan.

It was in Cudworth where he grew up and attended school that he developed a love for all sports, especially track & field and football.  In his spare time, one would find Ken at the family cabin at Wakaw Lake, SK where he spent many special times with his parents and four siblings.  He especially loved fishing with his Dad and water skiing.  Years later when he became a Dad, he shared his love of fishing with his children.  After graduation in 1977, Ken moved to Edmonton and began a life-long career in the construction industry. In addition to running many large projects in Edmonton, his career took him to remote places in Canada, like Sankiliac, in the Belcher Islands and to Haifa, Israel where he spent five years working on the Bahai World Centre.  In Haifa, he joined a mentorship program teaching apprentices the North American way of construction.  Ken and his family were proud of his involvement in the program.

Ken was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed camping and fishing, especially at Wakaw Lake, SK.  He was also a dedicated and loyal Saskatchewan Roughriders fan who loved to show his Rider Pride.

Due to COVID-19, there will be a small private family gathering to celebrate Ken’s life.

Amanda, Cody and Ken’s siblings would like to thank the medical team at the University of Alberta Hospital and Sturgeon Memorial for all their help and support through this very difficult time.

Memorial Donations

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ken’s memory to
Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation
800 College Plaza
8215 – 112 Street
Edmonton, Alberta
T6G 2C8

March 17, 1946 ~ October 10, 2020

It is with great sadness the family of Louise Marie Wulff (nee Hebert) announce her peaceful passing on Saturday, October 10, 2020 at the age of 74 years. She will be lovingly remembered and forever missed by her husband of 56 years, Ernie; their children, Jeannine (Kendall) Krywko, Kenneth (Kathy) Wulff, David Wulff and Lori (Gerard Tailleur) Wulff; 11 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; her brothers and sister; as well as numerous extended family and friends.

Louise was predeceased by her parents, Arthur and Jeanne (nee Desnoyers) Hebert and her brother, Lionel Hebert.

Memorial Donations
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in memory of Louise to
St. John Baptist Parish Restoration Fund
10020 – 100 Avenue
Morinville, Alberta
T8R 1P7