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David Ernest Arthur Rodgers

May 4,1955 ~ December 31, 2024

It is with great sadness the family of David Ernest Arthur Rodgers announce his passing on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, in Edmonton, Alberta at the age of 69 years.

Dave, as he was preferred to be called, was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, the third child born to Arthur and Berniece Rodgers. He was their only son and had two older sisters Donna and Joyce, and then younger sister DaVerne. Although born in Vancouver, the family resided in Surrey, on a ten-acre farm. At age ten, the family moved to North Delta.

There, he attended Annieville Elementary, Delview Jr. High, and North Delta Secondary schools respectively. He was a very good student and he excelled at math and the sciences. He loved history, and had a special and personally invested interest in the First World War. He joined Army cadets in junior high and attended meetings across the Fraser River in New Westminster. He had ambitions to attend military college, post-secondary, or at the very least, enlist early in the armed forces, but several circumstances prevented him from pursuing this career.

During school, Dave met Wendy Williamson-Day, who was a fellow student at North Delta Secondary School, and they dated while they were in high school. He graduated in 1973. Dave and Wendy were wed on August 3, 1974, and resided in Surrey. They welcomed their daughter, Erika Kristine, in March 1976, followed by their son, John David, in March 1979. Their family complete, they moved from Surrey out further in the Fraser Valley to Aldergrove in fall 1980.

While living there over the next ten years, Dave worked as a salesman commuting to New Westminster/Burnaby and even Southwest Vancouver. Being a salesman led to a promotion that required relocation. That is what directed the family to move to Alberta in September 1990. Where they found a place to settle first in Gibbons, a small town north of Edmonton, and then out on the acreage where the family has lived for the last thirty-two and a half years.

Since Dave started working at age sixteen, in his fifty plus years of working, he had pursued several careers, but was most known for having been in sales of industrial insulation and supplies for the largest part of his life.

Dave had many interests and hobbies over his lifetime. Camping, fishing, hunting, gardening, were some. He belonged to the Sturgeon Unity Singers and sang as a member of their choir for many years. He had been a Scouter with Boy Scouts Canada for ten years starting as a Beaver leader for John. He also belonged to the Lions Club for a time in Gibbons.

Dave was a Christian, and wasn’t afraid to say so. Although he was raised with Christian values, he didn’t become a believer himself until in his thirties. He was baptized in 1989, in Bradner Presbyterian Church. When they moved to Alberta, the family became members of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Edmonton. Dave was a very active member of the congregation. He has been a longtime member of the choir, the board of managers, and most notably, was ordained as an Elder of the Church in 1998. It was at his suggestion that St. Andrew’s started the long-standing tradition of our annual Irish stew supper, having brought the idea from his previous congregation. He was an excellent cook, having learned from his mother and older sisters, and liked to showcase that for several years as the “church caterer” for various auction dinners, Presbytery suppers, and helping family, friends, or scouting with their catering events. His shoes will be hard to fill and there will be a big hole left by his passing.

Dave had a good sense of humour, and a streak of mischief that led him on some adventures in his youth. He also was very stubborn and you didn’t want to tell him he couldn’t do something because he would do it just to prove you wrong. He was kind and generous and would help anyone who asked him, if he could. He could be stern, and was known to scare local kids into proper behaviour just by giving a fierce look, but his kids knew he was a gentle person at heart. Erika and John gave him the nickname of “The Large and Growly Bear” after reading a children’s story and the name fit his personality perfectly. Dave was also given the moniker of “baby whisperer” because babies and toddlers were fascinated by him and he could stop them from fussing pretty quickly. This was probably a skill he picked up early in life, as he became an Uncle at the age of six. Loads of family were always around growing up.

Dave is survived and will be lovingly missed by his wife of 50 years Wendy; his daughter Erika and her husband David Smith; his son John; his sisters Donna Blize and DaVerne (Rob) Wood; numerous nephews, nieces, great nephews, great nieces, cousins, friends; and his loyal, loving dog, Skye.

He is predeceased by his parents Arthur Rodgers and Berniece Rodgers (née Hardy); sister Joyce Pedersen (née Rodgers), and brother in law, H. Wayne Blize.

Although we are sad that he has passed, we are grateful that he is no longer in pain or suffering. He touched so many lives and leaves a big empty space that no one can fill. We have faith that we will see him again as he awaits us to join him in Heaven, with our Heavenly Father. Until then, he will be our guide and watch over us, his family and friends.

The family wishes to express their thanks and gratitude to Dave’s doctors, his personal physician Dr. Odebode, Dr. North and his medical team at the Cross Cancer Institute, especially Nurse Practitioner Sarah. As well as all the loving and caring staff and Dr. Clark at the Mel Morris Hospice in the Edmonton General during Dave’s final days. Thank you to Rebecca and staff at Sturgeon Memorial Funeral Home, for providing support for Dave’s final preparations.

Funeral Service
Saturday, February 22, 2025
at 2 pm
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church
8715-118 Avenue
Edmonton

Funeral luncheon to follow in the church lower hall

Peter Kenneth Yaceyko

July 1, 1969 – February 2, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Peter Yaceyko, who left us far too soon on Sunday, February 2, 2025, in St. Albert, Alberta, at the age of 55 years.

Born on July 1, 1969, in St. Paul, Alberta, Peter was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. He is lovingly remembered by his wife Michele Yaceyko (nee Pretty); his cherished daughters Sloan (fiancé, Edward Lalonde) and Shahn (boyfriend, Kaiden Nicholson); his mother Elizabeth Yaceyko; and his siblings Marion Rino (Mike), John Yaceyko (Claire), Pauline Brown (Tim) and Michael Yaceyko (Melody); brother-in-law Edward Jegou; as well as his many nieces and nephews.

Peter was predeceased by his father, Emil Yaceyko, and his sister, Joanne Jegou.

Peter grew up in Fort McMurray, where he met the love of his life, Michele, and together they built a beautiful family. He dedicated much of his career to Suncor before moving to the Edmonton area in 2005, where he worked for Enbridge and later Shell Scotford in Fort Saskatchewan. In Sturgeon County, he and his family created a home filled with love, laughter, and treasured memories.

A true outdoorsman at heart, Peter found joy and peace in nature. Whether hunting, fishing, camping, or golfing, he embraced the great outdoors and shared his passion with those he loved. His kindness and generosity left a lasting mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. To his family and friends, Peter was more than a provider—he was a pillar of strength, a source of unwavering support, and a man who valued deep, meaningful connections. His love for his family was boundless, and his presence will be profoundly missed.

Memorial Donations

Peter supported various charities but was loyal to supporting
Stars Air Ambulance.
If friends so desire, donations can be made in memory of
Peter to Stars Air Ambulance.

Celebration of Life

To honour Peter’s incredible life and the legacy he leaves behind,
a celebration will be held on

Saturday, February 15th, 2025
from 1 – 5 p.m
Cardiff Community Hall
55320 RR 251
Sturgeon County, Alberta

Family, friends, and all who were touched by his warmth and generosity are invited to come together, share memories, and celebrate the remarkable man he was.

Peter’s legacy of love, adventure, and kindness will live on in the hearts of those he left behind. Though he may no longer walk beside us, his spirit will forever guide us.

Bertha Irene Montpetit (nee Schneider)

January 10, 1933 ~ January 13, 2025

On Monday, January 13, 2025 Bertha peacefully passed away in St. Albert, Alberta at the age of 92 years.


She will be sadly missed by her three children, Wendy (Paul) Dubois, Cathy (Art) Proulx and Kevin (Shirley) Montpetit; 7 grandchildren, Neil (Michelle) Dubois, Jacqueline (Craig) Clark, granddaughter-in-law Colleen (Chris) Rossnagel, David (Amanda) Proulx, Raymond Proulx (Leanne), Marc (Jolene) Proulx, Lena (Mike) Stenhouse and Patrick Montpetit; 16 great grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Dolores St. Martin, Rose Marie Sapkos and Karen Montpetit; as well as numerous extended family and friends.

She was predeceased by parents Paul and Emma (nee Johnson) Schneider; all siblings; grandson Brian Dubois; and granddaughter-in-law Kathleen Proulx.

Bertha was born in Bon Accord, Alberta the youngest child of a large farm family. She learned to work hard at an early age and was much loved by her older brothers and sister. After completing her high school she went to work at the general store where she met her husband Daniel Montpetit, who had stopped to buy a pack of gum. They married in July, 1952. They followed the oil rigs all around the province of Alberta and northern B.C. 8 years later they bought the grocery store in Legal and began a shopkeeper’s life full of love and laughter, working together in the store and fishing and camping with the family. They retired and built a home in Legal. In later years they moved to St. Albert, where they made many new friends. Mom was sharp as a tack and continued to play cards, embroider, do petit point, bake many cookies, and welcome all visitors with happiness.

In keeping with mom’s wishes she has been cremated and a family service will be held at a later date.

Arlene Margaret Boyd (nee Noonan)

June 11, 1964 ~ January 11, 2025

It is with heavy hearts the family of Arlene Margaret Boyd (nee Noonan) announce her passing on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at the age of 60 years. Arlene Margaret Boyd was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia to Francis Wendall Noonan and the late Sandra Lillian Fitzgerald.

Arlene was a loving wife, mother, sister and daughter. Arlene’s greatest joy was being a mother to her children Stephanie and Brandon. Arlene enjoyed coming home to Nova Scotia to connect with family and friends and always making a point to bring people together, with her first stop often being the closest beach. Arlene was an entrepreneur to several small businesses with one of her biggest accomplishments being able to coach track and field teams in Grande Prairie, Alberta. Arlene was also an avid crafter and enjoyed successfully participating in many local markets throughout the year. Arlene’s home was an open door and many of her children’s friends fondly remember it as their

home away from home. Arlene will be greatly missed by all the people she touched and all the people she loved so dearly.

Arlene will be lovingly remembered and forever missed by her husband Glen Boyd; daughter Stephanie Lehr-Boyd (Troy); son Brandon Boyd (Brittney); and her siblings Roderick Dalrymple (Kate) of Calgary, Lynn Ford( David) of Nova Scotia and Shelley Stephens (Curt) of Nova Scotia; as well as numerous extended family and friends.

Arelene was predeceased by her mother Sandra Lillian Fitzgerald; step mother Lucy Mary Noonan (nee MacDonald); and step father Fredrick Allen Dalrymple.

Celebration of Life
Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will take place at a later date.

Memorial Donations

In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in memory of Arlene to the
Heart and Stroke foundation
1200 – 2300 Yonge Street,
Box 2414
Toronto, Ontario
M4P 1E4

Shirley Ann Willier

June 14, 1964 – January 10, 2025

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Shirley Ann Willier at age 59 years in Edmonton, Alberta, on Friday, January 10, 2025.

Shirley was born June 14, 1965 in Edmonton, Alberta to parents Joesph Willier and Yvonne Willier (neeTwin). Shirley was the oldest out of 3 children, her sister Christian and brother Kelvin.

She loved to travel and always had a strong sense of wanderlust in her youth, never staying in one location for too long. Her later years were spent with her partner, Rollie Giroux in Kinuso, where she was an avid gardener and baker. She enjoyed the quiet life with him, creating the home she always wanted. Shirley also enjoyed spending time with friends and was always the first to offer congratulations and support to everyone in her circle. She always had something to say about any topic and was often sought out for advice. You knew she would pick up the phone if you called. She was a proud mother and grandmother who celebrated every accomplishment of her children no matter how big or small. She loved her family, her children and her nieces and nephews.

Shirley is predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Yvonne. She is survived by her partner Rollie; children Stephanie, Nolan, Samantha, her adoptive son, Tristen; her granddaughters Isabella and Vivienne; sister Christian; her brother Kelvin; as well as numerous extended family and friends.

A huge hole is missing from the people she loved and knew. She will be strongly missed.

Visitation

Tuesday, January 21, 2025
1:00 pm
Sturgeon Memorial Chapel
5016 47 Avenue
Bon Accord, Alberta

Shelley Lynn Alde

May 24, 1968 ~ December 27, 2024

Shelley Lynn Alde, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully in Edmonton, Alberta, on Friday, December 27, 2024 at the age of 56 years. Born on May 24, 1968, in Edmonton, Alberta to Dorothy Alde, Shelley lived her life with an unwavering love for her family and a passion for creating cherished memories with those she held close to her heart.

Shelley was a loving mother to six children Kyle (Randi), Amanda, Amber (Cole), Kurtis (Victoria), Erica, and Christopher. She took great pride in being a devoted grandmother to her six grandchildren Rylan, Mackenzie, Brianna, Amelia, Harlow, and Carson, whom she loved and cherished deeply.

Shelley had a passion for travelling with her family, enjoying sightseeing adventures and creating lasting memories together. At home, she found joy in crafting, completing beautiful, framed puzzles and diamond paintings.

She is also survived by her mother Dorothy Alde; her two younger brothers Douglas and Shane Alde; half-sister Diana Palletier; her niece and nephews, Brandon, Kieran, and Cayden who will forever treasure the adventures and memories they shared together.

A Celebration of Life / Memorial Service will be announced at a later date.

Willie Sayer

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our father Willie Sayer, who passed away peacefully on Monday, December 23, 2024 at the age of 84 years with his girls by his side.

Our father was a kind soul who lived each day to its fullest. He loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. Willie always had a joke to tell and a smile on his face. Fires in the back yard during the summer months and having his own Oilers watch parties was something he truly enjoyed. He loved playing bingo with his girls and good friend Sharon. He had a passion for cooking and made the best apple pies. Willie always made sure to tell his girls how much he loved them. He was a huge part of his grandchildren’s lives and they will cherish his love forever. Willie truly was the best father, grandfather and friend. We will miss him dearly.

Willie leaves behind his devoted daughters Crystal, Candace, Tara, Ashley and Nicole; sons Willie, Dean and Darcy; mother of his children Dee Sayer; his 13 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. He also leaves behind other beloved family, including numerous nieces and nephews.

Willie is predeceased by his mother Rose; father Henry; sons Miles and Justin; sisters Julia and Ida; brothers Clifford, Mervin, Clarence and Roy.

Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be held at a later date .

Robert “Bob” Michael Martiniuk

December 3, 1955 – December 28, 2024

Through the care and compassion of MAID Bob passed away peacefully with family by his side at the age of 69 years.

Bob is survived by his daughters Chantelle (Ryan) and their children Oceana & Kingdon and Michelle (Rob) and their children Jaden & Maddox; brother Walter (Dini); sisters (Betty) Marlin, Shirley (Maurice) and Lillian (Ken); as well as many other extended family.

He was predeceased by his faithful pup Charli; wife Irene; parents Mike and Anne; and brother Steve.

Bob saw most of North America from behind the wheel of a big rig hauling freight, equipment, logs and in the oil patch. He travelled from the Pacific to the Atlantic and the Arctic to the Gulf of Mexico. He also worked at various construction jobs including the bridge spanning the MacKenzie River. He loved the outdoors and was happiest enjoying nature while camping, fishing and hunting.

The family thanks the doctors and nursing staff of Unit 18 at Sturgeon Community Hospital and MAID. Special thanks to nephews Lenny & Jared and good friend Morel as well as many others he made while out walking Charli at Paul Kane Park in Edmonton. We are grateful for the friendship and kindness you gave Bob and for checking in on him from time to time.

Cremation has taken place. As per Bob’s wishes his ashes will set sail in the summer.

Robert Henry Lemm

1942 – 2024

Robert Henry Lemm, a retired military pilot renowned for his sharp wit, unparalleled sarcasm, and love of adventure, passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at the age of 82 years. Born in Creston, British Columbia to Mary and William Lemm he called Penticton his home until he enlisted in the Canadian Air Force and lived in various parts of the country until settling in Sturgeon County in 1982.

Bob, as he was known by friends, family, and countless fellow service members, led a life filled with high-flying achievements, a few misadventures, and a lot of laughter. After retiring from a career as a military pilot, he found new ways to stay airborne—whether navigating the skies in his personal plane or simply steering conversations into bold, humorous and sometimes contentious territory. He had a rare gift of making anyone laugh, often with a well-timed quip or a perfectly delivered sarcastic remark. His trademark humor made him a beloved figure in both his military and civilian life.

Living on a farm filled Bob with a passion for collecting—and let’s be honest, borderline hoarding. This place has become a mechanical wonderland, filled with cars, engines, wrenches, and tools stacked in every corner. It’s not so much about organization as it is about rescuing old projects and the faint hope that one day, something might come in handy. The farm is a testament to the joy of fixing things that don’t need fixing and collecting “just in case”—even if that case never comes. If something of yours was borrowed, please let us know so we can ensure you get it and a few other items back.

Though Bob’s demeanour was legendary, it was his love for his family that defined him. He is survived by his wife, Theresa Poulin; two grown children Sonja Shank (Vincent) and David Lemm (Danielle); and five grandchildren, all of whom will carry his wit, humor, and legacy forward. Bob’s love for them was unwavering, and while he often joked that he had “seen it all,” nothing in life brought him more joy than watching the family grow and thrive.

A Memorial Service will be held in the spring where family, friends, and anyone who appreciated a good laugh (and a little sarcasm) will gather to celebrate his remarkable life.

Norman Law

December 3, 1945 ~ December 10, 2024

Norman went home to be with his Lord on December 10th, 2024, having just turned 79. He is survived by his wife Akram; his two children Nathanael (Melissa), and Joanna (Abiy); granddaughter Eliana; and his sister Anna May Ling.

Norman Law was born on December 3rd, 1945 to Julian Law and Chan Loon Wha in Kuching, Sarawak. He came to Edmonton, Alberta on a scholarship where he completed his B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering at the University of Alberta in 1970. He started searching for “the meaning of life” in 1974, and met and received the Lord Jesus as his savior on November 1st, 1976.

In 1981, he met and married Barbara (née Ford) with whom he raised two children, Nathanael and Joanna. Barbara predeceased Norman on December 26, 2005.

In 2018, Norman met Akram Akbari. They married on June 11th, 2018 in Perth, Australia, and moved back to Sherwood Park.

Norman loved cooking, eating good food, gardening and travelling with his family, and grew to enjoy writing poems. Following his retirement from forty-four years in the oil and gas industry, he authored four books comparing the teachings of major world religions (Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Sikhism) with the teaching of the Christian Bible to share the love and gospel of God.

Celebration of Norman’s Life
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
at 6:00 pm
Sherwood Park Log Cabin
50 Spruce Avenue
Sherwood Park, Alberta

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