It is with broken hearts our family announces the passing of Darlene Terrill Wilson. She was released from this life on Saturday, March 18th at the University of Alberta Hospital, surrounded by so much love.
She was a beautiful wife, loving mother, proud grandmother, great grandmother, devoted Sister, auntie, cousin and friend to all who knew her.
Although her life ended before we were ready, we are glad she is now resting peacefully. Darlene had the strength, determination and heart of a lion. She showed to all who knew her the power of positivity as she overcame more than most humans could ever physically or mentally endure. She demonstrated, with grace, what it takes to keep getting back up, after being knocked down, over and over again. She faced each day with the faith that life would be better than the day before. She loved to help others and she gave so much of herself, never wanting anything in return. She taught us to show compassion and kindness to all even if we had been wronged and felt it was undeserved. Darlene left us with many precious life lessons and the best gifts of all…unconditional, unwavering love.
We will miss her cheeky demeanor, her fiery spirit and her beautiful smile.
At Darlene’s request, there will be no funeral service. However, a life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered. There was nothing she enjoyed more than a gathering of the people she loved most so the family is hosting an intimate wine and cheese in her honor. We will raise a glass to toast an extraordinary lady, tell some stories and remember her as a light in this world that will continue to shine brightly.
The family asks that in lieu of flowers you consider a donation to the Canadian Lung Association, The Cross Cancer Institute, The Women’s Shelter or, in the true Spirit of Darlene, give your neighbor a helping hand with thoughts of her in your heart.

THOMAS KEITH PORTER
Edmonton

Thomas K. Porter, 73, passed away March 21st, 2023, after losing his fourth battle with cancer. He went peacefully, surrounded by his Wife and Children at the Norwood Capital Care Hospice.

He was born on July 25th, 1949, in Oxford Township, Grenville County, Ontario. Thom graduated from South Grenville High school in Prescott, ONT in 1967. After high school he worked for Newells Manufacturing where he worked for 8 years full time, and continued working summers, while attending the University of Waterloo from 1974 to 1980. During this time working at Newells, he met the love of his life, Bonita Porter (nee Vail). He graduated from the University of Waterloo in 1980, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics. Thom and Bonita were married in June of 1980 and subsequently moved to Edmonton, Alberta, where Thom started with Government of Alberta. They had 3 Children, Kristopher (Born 1983), Jennifer (Born 1985), and Lindsey (Born 1987). They lived in a few different places during their time together, including Calgary, Lac La Biche, back to Edmonton, Victoria, and then back to Edmonton for a final time. Thom Retired from the Alberta Government in 2016, after 29 years of service.
Thom was a long time Montreal Canadiens Fan; he even had season tickets to the Forum as a young adult, where he was fortunate to see some of the greats play. If he wasn’t watching Hockey, then he was watching football and cheering for the Hamilton Tiger Cats. He was a Loyal Fan until the end.
He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Bonita Porter (nee Vail), their 3 children; Kristopher Porter and his significant other Samantha Bigelow, Jennifer Porter and her significant other George Baker, Lindsey Nesvold (nee Porter) and her Husband Jesse Nesvold, Thom’s 6 Grandchildren; Karsten Porter, Brenten Porter, Adley Porter, Noah Porter, Grayson Nesvold, and Liam Nesvold, Thom’s 3 brothers Gary Porter, Dave Porter and wife, Nancy Porter, and Wayne Porter and wife, Cara Porter, and many nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by his Parents Keith Allan Porter and Sylvia Belle Porter (nee Earle) both in 2002.
Thom was first diagnosed with Cancer in February 2006, and battled cancer 4 times over the past 17 years. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to the Alberta Cancer Foundation. The Link can be found below.
A memorial will be held at 1:00pm on Wednesday March 29th at Riverbend United Church 14907 45th Ave NW Edmonton, Alberta.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Hazel Taylor of Edmonton, Alberta on March 17, 2023 at the age of 85.

Born in Sydney, Nova Scotia on January 5, 1938 to Charles and Dorothy Fillmore, Hazel was one of six siblings. Her mother passed away when she was only six years old, so Hazel started at an early age taking care of her siblings which fed into her dreams of becoming a registered nurse, as she always had a calling to help others. Hazel trained to become an RN at Sydney City General Hospital and graduated in 1960 and went on to have a varied and interesting nursing
career including joining the Air Force and being posted across Canada and overseas. Hazel always wanted a family, so she left the Air Force after getting married. She then continued to work in various hospitals across Canada including the University of Alberta Hospital and finally ended her career in extended care looking after seniors at Shepherd’s Care in Edmonton.

She is survived by her two children, Karen (John) of Edmonton, and Stuart of Edmonton as well as her sister Janet (Henry) Walsh of Dartmouth, NS and brother Cyril Fillmore of Glace Bay, NS, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Hazel was predeceased by her siblings Gordon, Irene, and Robert Fillmore.

A memorial service will be held at Mill Woods Presbyterian Church (6607 – 31 Avenue NW, Edmonton) at 11am on Saturday, April 1, 2023.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Hazel’s name to the Edmonton Food Bank or Community Cats Edmonton.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Clayton Wayne Klymok. He passed away peacefully at home in Edmonton on March 5th, 2023, at the age of 73 years.

Clayton was born at Elk Point, Alberta, on July 25th, 1949, and he grew up on the family farm in Bellis, Alberta, until his father passed away. Along with his siblings, and his mother Jean, Clay then moved to Edmonton, Alberta, where he completed his education.

Clay was a labourer for the Labourers International Union of Alberta, Local 92. He had a passion for nature and spent much of his free time, and in his retirement, fishing, hunting, foraging for blueberries and mushrooms, and tending to his garden. His hobby was
building flower planter garden boxes. He was known for his gentle and kind spirit
towards all wildlife that he encountered.

Above all else, Clay was a loving and devoted family man. He had a special bond with his two children, Lisa and Jordan Klymok, and his wife, Elsie, whom he loved dearly. Clay’s three grandchildren, Lindsey, Haley, and Karter, brought him immense happiness, and he was proud to be their Grandpa.

Clay was predeceased by his parents, Bill and Jean Klymok; and his siblings, Patty Klymok, Brian Klymok, Delma MacDonald, Darcy Klymok, and Jim (Cecile) Klymok. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Elsie Husak, his daughter, Lisa Klymok, his son Jordan Klymok and his daughter-in-law Kirsty Cherniwchan, his beloved grandchildren, nieces, and nephews, his sisters Loretta Maisonneuve and Janice Klymok, and numerous other family and friends.

Clay will always be remembered for his warm smile, gentle spirit, and unwavering love for his family, friends, and nature. His legacy will live on through the memories he created with those who were lucky enough to know him. A celebration of life will be held at a
later date.

“Until We Meet Again”

Our deepest “Thank You” to the Palliative Care people who were so helpful and caring. They gave us strength and support while Clayton was in comfort care at home.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in memory of Clayton Klymok to the Cross Cancer Institute in Edmonton, or to the AHS Palliative Care Program at the following address:

Palliative Services
C/o Cher Sigma
4th Floor, South Tower
7th Street Plaza
10030 107 Street NW
Edmonton, AB
T5J 3E4
(Cheques are payable to Alberta Health Services)
Please note in Memo “In Memory of Clayton Klymok”

It is with great sadness that the family of Sandy LaChapelle (nee Semegen) announces her passing on March 2, 2023.

Sandy will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by her
children, Brenda (Harvey), and Gail (Marc); her grandchildren, Ashley, Lindsey, Bryan, Corey, Kelsey and Lauryn; her brother Gord and family and friends.

Sandy was predeceased by her parents, George and Kay Semegen, and her Sisters, Morna and Helen.

In keeping with Sandy’s wishes, there will be no funeral service.

Donations, if desired, can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of one’s choice.

Stella Bray (nee Kassian)
March 10, 1933 to March 7, 2023

Smart, generous, energetic, independent, spunky, classy,
resourceful, outspoken, spirited, fun-loving, kind, empathetic, youthful and the glue of our family… this was our Mom, Stella Bray. Born in Vegreville, Alberta, she passed suddenly at home in her sleep, three days shy of her 90th birthday. The family and her many friends are heartbroken.

Mom was the last of four children born to John and Kate Kassian. She grew up on the farm with her three siblings, Mike, Hilda and Tom. After grade school, Mom went to
secretarial college in Edmonton. She worked in the City, met John at a dance and married at 19 years old. In the early years, Dad’s work in the Oil Patch moved them around Alberta (Redwater, Leduc then Drayton Valley). They finally settled in Edmonton in 1967 with their children, Gary and Roxanne. On April 26, 2022, Mom and Dad celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary.

Mom dressed smart and always looked stylish. You’d seldom see her outside the home without lipstick and a weekly “wash and set”. A talented and creative person, she saw a use for everything and wasted nothing. A trait instilled, we expect, from her poor
upbringing. She took great pride in being resourceful and took over Dad’s role as
handyman around the house when he was no longer able.

Mom did not fit the traditional homemaker mold. Gary and Roxanne were latchkey kids before it was even a concept, getting themselves to and from school and making their own breakfast and lunch while Mom was out gallivanting… bargain hunting at Army & Navy (then Winners in later years), visiting auction marts, curling in a weekly league, bonspieling, sometimes bowling and always socializing. In Mom’s house, the ironing would wait in favour of shopping, coffee or lunch with friends.

Mom also had a strong entrepreneurial spirit. In addition to managing their rental
properties, she would be out sourcing and selling the latest and greatest products on the market… Beauty Counselor, Hertel, Dri-Wash & Guard, Gogi Juice, microfiber cloths. The house was always filled with inventory and she made many lifelong friends through these home sale enterprises.

She was an avid gardener, pruning, deadheading and transplanting not just in her yard but the neighbours’ yards too! And she was a fabulous cook; her cabbage rolls and nachynka were on order at every family gathering. A master at making something from nothing, she could always put lunch on the table when the doorbell rang.

Mom showed us how to live life large. She was a dedicated, passionate person, single-minded and tenacious. She was not a bystander and she never backed down from a
challenge. She wasn’t content to age gracefully; rather, she chose to fight it every step of the way. She tried snorkelling in her 70’s, and embraced technology in her 80’s. Her emails and texts – complete with abbreviations, slang and emojis – are legendary. And if she missed the mark, she enjoyed being teased in funny yet kind ways.

Mom liked to help others and was generous with her time, her gifts and her love. Many people thought of her as a second mother. She was Dad’s primary caregiver for several years before he passed in 2022. She was concerned about being alone when she moved on to her eternal life… so for this reason, any time we see a lovely bird or butterfly, or a sign of life in the garden, or when the wind blows on an otherwise calm day, we will think of this wonderful woman who instilled in us so many virtues, traditions and wonderful memories.

Farewell Mom, Grandma, Mrs. B, Great-Baba, Auntie, Stella. We will miss you.

Stella will be lovingly remembered by her children Gary Bray (Christine), Roxanne Higuchi (Cliff); grandchildren Matthew Bray (Aly), Taylor Bray, Jasen Higuchi (Erin), James Higuchi (Mandy); great-grandchildren (Jasen) Angus, Cadence, and Lena; (James) Riley and James Jr.; special niece Debbie Riley (Jim); brothers-in-law Alban (Georgette) and Rheal (Paulette); several nieces, nephews, cousins and many wonderful and caring friends. She is predeceased by her husband John Paul Bray, her brothers Mike and Tom Kassian, and her sister Hilda Saprunoff.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in the name of Stella Bray to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada.

Beatrice Joan Rhyno, known to friends and family as Joan, passed away on February 19, 2023, at the age of 79 in Edmonton, Alberta. She was born on January 15, 1944, in Stettler to Carl and Clara Fletcher, who preceded her in death.

Joan was a beloved mother to her children Kelly, Roger, and Tracy (Ryan), and a proud grandmother to Kevin, Keith (Carly), Cody, and Bo. Her family was her world, and she cherished the time spent with her loved ones.

Joan worked as a bus driver for 19 years, a profession that brought her great joy. She was deeply dedicated to the children she transported and was known for her warm and
caring personality. Joan’s dedication to her job earned her the respect and love of many students who would eagerly wait for her bus every morning. Her colleagues admired her hard work and commitment to providing safe transportation for the children.

Joan will always be remembered for her unwavering kindness, generous spirit, and love for her family. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, and spending time with her
grandchildren. Her family and friends will forever cherish the memories they have shared with her.

A celebration of Joan’s life will be held in Mirror, Alberta at a date to be determined.

Rest in peace, Beatrice Joan Rhyno. You will be deeply missed but forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved you.

We are sad to share that our beloved mother Emma Rena Perrier passed on Friday March 3, 2023 at the age of 87. Her spirit
remained strong until the end, and we were fortunate to share many laughs and memories before she passed.

Emma was born in Lac la Biche, Alberta but spent much of her life in Edmonton, Thunder Bay, Kamloops, and Sun Peaks. Our family loved to travel. Emma and her husband Wilf enjoyed 7 years of living exclusively in a converted RV Bus which they used to see and experience much of North America. Upon retirement, they moved to Sun Peaks, British Columbia where they owned and operated ‘Wolf’s Den’, and then eventually Emma made her way to Edmonton after Wilf’s passing in 2005.

Where ever Emma went, she was known for helping to foster a kind and warm
community. Her table was always open to the friends and family who needed a warm
belly of food, a kind ear, a glass of wine, or a game of cards. Her pie and tourtiere were
always family favourites, as we fought over the last piece every time. During her last days we payed tribute to her love of sharing stories, as we shared many laughs and celebrated all those we knew and have loved.

She was predeceased by her son Dean, her daughter Sue, and her husband Wilf. She is survived by her daughters Denise and Janet, her grandchildren Kyle, Chris, and Christine, her siblings Ben & Marlyn, Noella, and Jeanette, as well as her extended family throughout the world. Thanks to all the amazing family and friends that have supported mom and us throughout her lifetime. We are grateful that she is at peace at last.

As per Mom’s wishes, there will be no formal funeral. We will be hosting a memorial on Tuesday, March 7th,2023 at 3pm at Heritage Valley Estates Condominium (611-111th Street, SW. Edmonton, Alberta). In lieu of flowers, we ask that you please donate to your local animal shelter, celebrating our mom’s lifetime love of animals.