April 5, 1957 ~ October 24, 2017

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Gerard Elam Gillingham at 60 years of age on Tuesday, October 24, 2017.

Left to mourn his passing with fond and loving memories are his wife, Katherine Kelly-Gillingham; children, Kristie-Ann (Alan) Kirsch, John, Isabella, Jessica and Ross; sister, Jacqueline King; godmother, Ann (Frank) Blake; mother-in-law, Geraldine Kelly; sisters-in-laws, Shelly (Andrew) Burt, and Juanita (Frank) Beason; brother-in-law, Adam Kelly; nieces and nephews, Jonita (Jeff) Forbes, Dr. John Paul (Laura) King, Jason (Darlene) Skiffington, Kayla(Justin) Brenton, Johnathon Beason, Jayden Beason, Alissa Burt, Jeremy Burt, and Jessica Kelly; great-nieces and great-nephews, Alex, Bailey, Ashlynn, Caiden, Adelyn, little baby Jack and Oliver who called him Papa; as well as a very large circle of other relatives and  great friends.

He is predeceased by his parents, Elam and Phyllis (nee Loftus) Gillingham; father-in-law, John Kelly; and brother-in-law, Jack King. 

Gerry was a wonderful, kind-hearted man who was always there to lend a hand and whose home was always open. His big eyes and soft smile were always waiting for you at the kitchen table. His love for being in front of the stove cooking up a scoff was one of his trademarks. He loved Sunday drives, being outdoors in the woods, being with friends but most of all he loved his family.  

Gerry will be remembered and forever loved by all who knew him.

Celebration of Life

November 25, 2017
12:00pm
Canora Community League
10425-152 Street
Edmonton, Alberta

June 30, 1932 ~ October 23, 2017

Our loving mother, Rose Marie Poworoznik passed away Monday, October 23, 2017 after a valiant fight with cancer.  She will be greatly missed by all those whose lives she touched. Remembered most for her welcoming and open arms, the farm was home to everyone; always smiling she seemed to handle a full house with ease! 

Known as being a mom to all, Rose was lovingly referred to by everyone as “Aunty Rose”. Whether you stopped in for a few hours, days or weeks you could be sure that an extra plate would be set on the table for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Rose is survived by her husband of 64 years, Mike; her children, Robin, Taira (Ray), John, (Roxy) and Michael; her grandchildren, Amy, Shawn, Jessie, Kelsey, and Zachary; her great-grandchildren, Shaylynne, Elijah, Dakota, Austin and River; her great-great-grandchildren, Wren, Finnley, and Gabriel; as well as numerous extended family and Friends.

Memorial Service
Monday, October 30, 2017
11:00 am
Morinville Community Cultural Centre
9502 – 100 Avenue
Morinville, Alberta

 In lieu of flowers donations may be made to your local food bank and/or to the hospice who lovingly cared for Rose in her last days. Please send your cheques to the: Covenant Foundation for Foyer Lacombe, 1^st Vital Avenue, St. Albert, Alberta T8N 1K1

December 18, 1951 ~ October 14, 2017

George Samuel Wylie was born in Ballybay, Monaghan, Ireland on December 18, 1951 and passed away in Edmonton, Alberta on October 14, 2017 at 65 years of age. Sam is survived by his son, Nathan Samuel; granddaughters, Emilyanne and Suzanne; brothers, Leslie (Sandra) Wylie in Ireland and Mervyn (Sherelle)Wylie in Ireland; sisters, Dorothy (Jim) Reed in Ireland and Ruth (Desy) Heaslip in Ireland. He is also survived by his partner, Carol Randall; ex-wife, YvonneWylie; as well as numerous relatives and friends.

Sam was predeceased by his parents, William and Ethel (nee Norris) Wylie; brothers, Billy and Albert; and son, Jason Daniel.

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

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.

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.”

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

June 10, 1934 – June 12, 2017

It is with saddened hearts that the family announces that Melina Cecile Paquette passed away peacefully on June 12, 2017 at the age of 83 years. Melina will be lovingly remembered by her five children; Denise (Brian) Brenneis, Edmond (Annette), Edward (Madeline), Omer (Denise), Emil (Dawn); eighteen grandchildren; nineteen great grandchildren; as well as numerous extended family and friends.

Melina was predeceased by her husband, Adelard Paquette; parents, Joe and Mary (nee Theberge) St. Louis; brother, Benny St. Louis; and sister, Simone (nee St. Louis) Pelletier.

We are so very grateful to the Citadel Care Center for the care mom received.

In lieu of flowers donations will be gratefully accepted in memory of Melina by St. Catherine Catholic Parish, #19, 54500 Range Rd 273, Sturgeon County, AB T8R 1Z5

March 9, 1961 ~ April 16, 2017

His ride is over, a remarkable man. Bob came to the end of his road at 1:11AM Easter Sunday April 16, 2017 in the arms of his beloved wife Barb and adoring family. It was a very short hard fought battle. Robert John Baker was only 56 years old.

He is survived by his loving wife, Barbara Jean; two daughters, Candace (Matty Green) Baker-Green, Kristin (Kyle Chambers) Baker; step-sons, Adam (Fallon Morland) Morland, Jayson (Angela Brown) Brown, Kenny Brown, Brady (Justine Inglis ) Brown; step-daughter, Dezarae (Kevin Oman) Robinson Brown, Danny (Tanya Pollard) Pollard; grandchildren, Dallas Green, Rhayne Green, Maddox Morland, Brynn Morland, Natasha Brown, Douglas Elliot, Carson Brown, Hannah Brown, Jacob Curry-Brown, James Curry-Brown, Jayse Curry-Brown, Wacey Inglis, Tyrraine Robinson, Austyn Sisson, Bailey Sisson, Mackenzie Pollard and Ana Pollard;

Brother, Ken (Shirley Baker) Baker; nephews, Rick (Stephanie Baker) Baker, Spencer Baker; sister in-law, Lori Baker; Father and Mother in-law Ken and Jean Johnson; brother in-law, Brian (Arlene Johnson ) Johnson; and his best friends, Mark (Virginia Hadwell) Hadwell , Ron (Judy Parker) Parker ; several other nephews, nieces, and many other children who found love and shelter in their home; as well as many more, too many to mention by name but so important to Bob.

Mr. Fix It will always be remembered for the kind, loving & inspirational person he was. Our hearts will be filled with love whenever we think of him. Thoughts of Bob will always bring a smile to the faces of everyone lucky enough to have him be part of their lives.  He spent 25 years working at bubbles, then Best Western for a few months when he finally came across his calling. Working with the Sturgeon Foundation in Gibbons where he loved not only his job but also his co-workers and the residence. He and his wife Barb operated a DJ/Karaoke company Karokonuts for the last 25 years where Bob shared his voice that sounded like an angel with many.

Rest in Peace Bob now your hard painful fight is over, well ours to go on without you is just beginning. You will forever be in our hearts.

March 4, 1958 – April 17, 2017

Survived by her husband, Myron; children, Chris (Tammy), Kevin, Melissa (Jason), Curtis (Nicole), Jesse; grandchildren, Cecily, Alexandra, Cora-Lee, Sonya, Justin, Tristan, Cassandra, Korbin, Kiersten, Dominic, and Mystique. Her step-father, Bill; mother in-law, Grace; siblings, Carolyne, Debbie (Murray), Rick (Laurel), Kimberlee (Robert), Dan (Marti), Steve (Dianne) and Chuck; her in-laws, Gloria, Helen (Lorne), Dale; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews and extended family. 

Predeceased by her mother, Kathryn (nee Hustis); father, Maynard; father in-law, Lloyd; and brother in-laws, Bruce and Bob.

Marilyn was so many things to so many people, but her favourite things were family, travel, country concerts and of course Tim Horton’s. Her sister and best friend Debbie was there by her side for it all and they were an unstoppable team. She was always on the go, whether it was off to appointments, flying out to Ontario or BC, jumping into the car with Myron for a weekend visit to Saskatchewan to see their kids, a play, a blues festival, or a Garth Brooks concert, whatever the reason it was always done with a  Timmies in her hand.

Marilyn and Myron rarely missed a family Reunion. Marilyn thrived on large family gatherings, always making sure to include everyone and always making enough food to feed an army. She had the    amazing ability of remembering everyone, their histories, and a great story to go with it. She had unyielding patience and understanding and would sit and listen on the phone for hours, day or night, if someone needed to talk.

Marilyn was an avid country concert goer and also loved the casino, playing cards, camping, fishing and just being out in her yard with her flowers and Myron. But above all Family was everything to her.