1945 to 2021

Rick passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, November 20th. He will live on forever in the hearts of many including partner, Lynne; stepdaughters, Susan (Mark) and Sheila (Dale). He was affectionately referred to as “Popa” by his five grandchildren, Isabella, Ava, Angelina, Paige, and Ryan.

Rick was the youngest of ten children and spent his early years on the farm in Strome, Alberta. He is survived by his brother, Ed and wife Gwen; sisters, Catherine and Donna; sister-in-law, Doris; and Lynne’s sister, Jill. He is predeceased by his sister, Margaret (Andre Borle); brothers, Martin (Hilda), Father Tom, Lorne, John (Rosa) and Father Don.

Rick was a very charming and genuine person who was blessed with a loving family and many life-long friends. His sharp wit and great sense of humour always made time spent with Rick very memorable. His passions ranged from planes and aviation to playing bridge and golf. After retiring as an accountant and business owner, Rick and Lynne lived out their golden years travelling the world, enjoying their winter home in Sun City West, playing bridge, and enjoying friends and family.

Rick would always end conversation with a warm smile and say … “we be talkin”

Celebration of Life

Celebration of life in will be held Spring 2022

September 27, 1939 ~ November 21, 2021

It is with sadness the family of Chester Gordon McBride announce his passing on Sunday, November 21, 2021 at the age of 82 years. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Bonnie (nee Strid) McBride; son, Trevor (Anneliese) McBride; 2 daughters, Lana and Tammy; grandchildren, Blakely and Bodie; as well as numerous extended family and friends. Cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held.

April 25, 1997 ~ October 27, 2021

Sam was taken to soon and will be missed like crazy by all who knew and loved her. She leaves a big hole in the hearts of her mother, Lynette Gauthier; step dad, Kevin Smith; father, Darryl Gauthier; her brothers, Jack, James, Gavin, Dylan, Mason and Kevin; her grandparents, Philip and Iris Williams, Brenda Smith and Randy Sherrard; boyfriend, Matt Laviolette. She will be missed by her aunts, uncles, many cousins and friends, who will no longer have anyone to debate with.

Celebration Of Life

A private family service has taken place.

March 29, 1951 ~ November 6, 2021

Kathy died peacefully at University of Alberta Hospital on the morning of November 6, 2021 concluding her third struggle with cancer.

She was a nurturer of plants and people. She had a gregarious spirit and a way of touching many lives, befriending some before they’d ever realized it. Bon Accord was her home, and she tended it as if it was her garden. She helped found the public library, reported community news for the Gazette, chronicled and researched Bon Accord history, volunteered her time to local schools, served numerous terms on council, and left her mark in its parks and gardens.

She is survived by her three sons, Thomas, Tim and Greg; one grandson, Tom (son of Tim); her mother, Mary; her brothers, Greg and Bob; her sisters, Marilyn, Janet and Pat; numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews from a diverse and far-flung extended family; and a community of friends who she dearly loved.

We are deeply thankful to all of the wonderful doctors, nurses and care workers who worked to give her time and quality of life, and to everyone in the community who has extended a hand in our time of need. We are working on a fitting tribute to her memory.

“Let there be no goodbyes, only good memories.”

Memorial Service

A gathering of friends and family was held in her memory
on November 13, 2021.
Times and geography mean that many could not attend and
we regret any who we could not contact in time.

She will be laid to rest at Bon Accord Cemetery, alongside her husband Bob,
whose memory she carried since his passing in 2014.

Condolences

Those wishing to send their condolences can contact her family by katborreson@gmail.com.

In Lieu of Flowers

For those wishing to honour her, we would ask you to carry some small part of her spirit as you see fit.

Remember that she would want you to be happy, and to look out for one another.

Read a good book, paint a picture, plant a flower, encourage a friend, volunteer, share knowledge, bake brownies. 

Wilfred “Wilf” Allarie

March 26, 1947 ~October 25, 2021

Wilfred “Wilf” Allarie passed away on Monday, October 25, 2021 with his loving wife and family by his side.

Wilf is survived by his wife of 50 years, Gayle; daughter, Tammy (Jason); son, Trevor; sisters, Dora (Paul) Schira, Dorothy Pfeifer and Margaret (Frank) Hiebert; granddaughter, Jessica; 2 grandsons, Ryves and Lucas; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Wilf was predeceased by his parents, Roger and Mary Allarie; 4 brothers, George, Cyril, Edward, and Gordon; 2 sisters, Louise (Dave) Martin; and Bernadette (Dave) Sykora; brother-in-laws, Alex Paley and Leonard Pfeifer.

When Wilf told stories of when he was young, he made life on the farm (Boggy Creek, MB) sound like so much fun. He always lit up with excitement and pride when he spoke of his experiences hunting and trapping. He helped on the family farm from a young age, then moved on to clearing bush through his mid 20’s. One winter, in the Roblin, MB hockey arena, he met Gayle. They dated, fell in love and were married. Work became available in Moose Jaw, SK, where he started his career in carpentry. This led them to Edmonton, AB and then on to Gibbons, AB where he began to maintain the ice at the local hockey arena. Wilf grew up playing baseball and horse shoes and enjoyed watching family and friends sing and play music. He was often found at a baseball diamond, soccer field, bowling alley or lacrosse game though he spent most days at the hockey rink. His love for the game was evident. But he found the most joy in spending time with everyone!

February 9, 1946 ~ September 21, 2021

It is with heavy hearts the family of Christina Oswaldson Foster (nee Krobel) announce her passing on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at the age of 75 years. Christina will be forever missed and lovingly remembered by her 5 children, Vincent, Leah (Gary), Robin (Jim), Matthew and Mark; grandchildren; great grandchildren; 2 sisters; as well as numerous extended family and friends.

Christina was predeceased by her husband, Robert Foster and her parents, Oswald and Madeline Krobel.

Mass of Christian Burial

A private family burial will take place at
South Haven Cemetery in Edmonton, Alberta

July 30, 1974 ~ September 12, 2021

It is with great sadness and a deep sense of loss that we announce the sudden passing of Rhonda Moyah at the age of 47 years on Sunday, September 12, 2021. Rhonda will be lovingly remembered by her son, Travis (Charly) de Gans; her daughter, Sierra Oldfield; her grandchildren, Laila and Hunter; her parents, Philomene Hill and Keith Thomas; her siblings; as well as numerous extended family and friends.

Rhonda was the definition of a family oriented woman. She lived for being a Mother and Kokum to her grandchildren. Her laugh was contagious and her smile would light up any room she was in. Rhonda not only made a huge impact on her family but also through her work being a social worker and addictions counsellor.

She will be greatly missed by all those who knew her.

Wake
Thursday, September 16, 2021

Celebration of Life
Friday, September 17, 2021

April 29, 1929 – September 7, 2021

Reta passed away peacefully on September 7, 2021. She is survived by her children, Barry of Edmonton, Dan (Marg) of Whitehorse, Jane of Leduc, D’Arcy (Carolyn) of Sherwood Park; grandchildren, Tracie, Shane, Charlie (Kara), Lonnie (Don), Reta, Kate (Aidan), Theresa-Dawn (Curtis), Bradley (Nicole), Kathleen (Devin), Riley, Carter; eight great-grandchildren; sister, Joy Trott of Calgary; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Chuck in 2007 and son Jim, in 2004.

Reta and Chuck were married on March 17, 1948, and moved immediately to Whitehorse, Yukon. They spent the next 20 years moving across Canada and France with his army postings before settling in Edmonton in 1969 when he started at M.E. LaZerte High School and Reta at Eaton’s Londonderry, soon after it opened. They were avid bowlers and played in numerous leagues wherever they were posted, lastly in Edmonton until 2007. They loved playing cards and Reta was always ready to play any game of Rummy with whomever was willing. After retirement they were members of the Londonderry Mall Walkers Club and the Northeast Edmonton Seniors Association Golf League. They spent their family vacations camping, with their favourite destination being The Yukon. Reta loved to read, knit, do crossword puzzles, and play cards.

Reta will be remembered as a kind, loving woman who had a marvelous smile and generous heart. Her family was everything to her and her passion was spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren as well as her long-time neighbour and friend Keith Walsh. She will be lovingly missed by all.

The family would like to express special thanks to the staff at the Vermilion Valley Lodge and Sherwood Care who treated our mom and grandma with care and kindness.

Celebration of Life

A private burial and celebration of life will take place at a later date.

Memorial Donations

In lieu of flowers, donations in Reta’s memory can be made to
Sherwood Care or to the charity of one’s choice.

On August 26, 2021 Patricia Jane Ryan of Edmonton, Alberta passed away at the age of 86 years. Patricia is lovingly survived by her children, Elizabeth, Debra (Tom) King, Kevin (Linda) Ryan, Charles (Barbara) Ryan, and Sandy (Gordon) Boisvert; sixteen grandchildren, Ryan, Jonathon, Kelly, Joseph, Kyler, Brent, Jordon, Kristy, Lacey, Troy, Mitchell, Jeffrey, Cody, Jayden, Jaycie, and Sarah; 23 great grandchildren, Aiden, Austin, Wyatt, Mason, Declan, Brynlee, Kayl, Kalli, Emma, Koda Rae, Sydney, Chloe, Belle, Eliza, Lucy, Emery, Grace, Lillian, Jane, Hailey, Cohen, Leighton, Westin; as well as numerous family and friends.

Patricia was predeceased by her husband, Gerald Ryan; son in laws, Ronald Perry and Danny Smith.

Patricia’s memory will forever live on in the hearts and thoughts of all those that were blessed to know her.

Mass of Christian Burial

A mass of Christian burial took place
September 1, 2021 at St. Andrews church
in Edmonton, Alberta 

Internment

Patricia was laid to rest next to her husband
in the Athabasca Community Cemetery

1927-2021

It is with heavy heart we announce the passing of Renate. She is lovingly remembered by her two step children, 3 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

After moving from Germany in the 1950″s Renate settled in Edmonton. She found work at Humphrey Aluminum Windows where she remained until retirement. She loved fishing, crafting, and tending to her lovely garden. She would often be found surrounded by her flowers right up until her passing.

Celebration of Life

Postponed Until Further Notice