COOMBES, Kay (nee Olson) passed away on Jan. 4, 2023 at the age of 89 yrs. Many cherish their memories of Kay when she would tilt her head back and give a good boisterous laugh.

Kay will be remembered for her exceptional sense of humour that kept you guessing.

She is survived by her children Randy, Janice (Lyle), and Jerry (Shirley), as well as 9 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

Kay was predeceased by her parents Lars & Blanche Olson of Holden; sister Bernice Wick; brother Glen; companion Denzel Solberg; her daughters Lisa (1959), Kathi (2011), Rhonda (2014).

A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date.

Carol Gail Sarinn (nee Kuss), born June 6th, 1964,passed away on December 2nd, 2022, at the age of 58. She was surrounded by close family at the time of her passing. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband, David, daughter Aleysha, sister Debra, and countless relatives and friends.

Carol made a working career, applying her extensive clerical skills, at various office positions across Edmonton. Her work within the temporary services field earned an established reputation for adaptability, quality and accuracy.

Carol always had a book with her, usually something from the historical romance genre. She also had an extensive collection of science fiction.

During the summer months she enjoyed camping, fishing, reading, and generally enjoying the beauty of the North Saskatchewan River, with her family.

The winter was filled with computer games, reading fan fiction (especially Vin Diesel), watching action movies, and enjoying her retirement years.

A wake will be held for Carol at a later date, likely in the late spring/early summer. Carol’s ashes will be interned at a family plot in the Evergreen Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made in Carol’s name to any non-religious charity that helps those less fortunate. Carol’s adult life was difficult, and such charities helped her family through the hardest of times.

The family would like to send a special thank you to the Mazenkowski Heart Institute’s ICU staff for making Carol’s last days as comfortable as possible.

Robert Lloyd Gorham
Born Jan 6 1955 to Robert and Marjorie Gorham
He worked most of his life driving trucks. He drove for Westcan, b-trains for Pro Tran, Log trucks, End Dump for border Paving and finally water hauling to rigs all over Alberta. He loved his sports cars and motorcycles. He was a total “motor head”. His second passion was music. He attended many concerts in his life and knew an unbelievable amount about all genres of music.
Bob passed away Dec 11 2022 with most of his family by his side.
He is survived by the love of his life Lorna, his wife of 34 years. His daughters Meagan( Stacy), Olivia( Derrick), Jennifer( Nick), and sons Tavis (Niomi), and Matthew (Natasha). He was a wonderful Grandfather to his grandchildren : Reece 22, Madison 19, Darrion 18, Teygan 16, Logan 16, Gabriel 14, Leland 14, Lilly 11, Van 10, Phoenix 7, and Dayle 2.
He loved to travel, mostly driving and had gone right across Canada, from Tofino to Newfoundland. He had been to England with his family for work, and then a high school trip to England, France, Amsterdam, and Spain. He travelled with his wife Lorna to Mexico, and then Scotland, where he found it to be the homecoming of his soul. He loved his family, fast cars, his Harley Davidson, and his dog Ruby.
He will be sadly missed as we all loved him very much

On December 27, 2022, John Clark passed away peacefully at the Grey Nuns Hospital while in Palliative Care, at the age of 77.

John was predeceased by his son, John William Andrew Clark;
parents Jeanne and William Clark of Scotland; and sister Margaret McCabe of Australia.

John will be fondly remembered, and sadly missed by his children Barbara and Andrew (Tara); and his grandchildren Kody, Ashton, Abigail, and Kayla.

Although John was divorced, his ex-wife Joanne still played an important role in his life, and was always an advocate for his health and well-being.

John will always be remembered for his quick wit, sense of humour, and his love and
passion for his game of soccer. John also loved music, and playing his guitar left-handed and upside-down.

A private Celebration of John’s life will be held in the spring, when his ashes will be spread. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer’s Society of Alberta & NWT in John’s honour are welcome and appreciated.

With the heaviest of hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Geri.

Geri was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, wife and friend. She grew up in Schreiber and spent many of her years working for the municipality. After retirement, she moved to New Brunswick and then Alberta with her husband Randy. She passed December 28 and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her husband Randy Hood, daughter Stacey (Jamie), son Rick (Sondra), grandchildren Kyler, Kaley, Michael, Lauren and Emma, and her brother Ron. She is also survived by several cousins, nieces and nephews. At Geri’s wish, no service will be held.

Chester Jerry Quaife Junior passed in the arms of his family on December 10, 2022, at the age of 70 after a 5-year battle with cancer. He is survived by his loving wife, Dawn, daughters Terra (Chris) and Tanis (Kai), and his two grandsons Carter and Hayden. Chester is also survived by his brother Robert, sister Evelyn, stepsisters Angela, Heather and Ashley and their families. Chester loved to play drums, write music, and sing in his youth, play sports and was an avid golfer. He ran his own property management firm and especially loved to spend his winters in Mexico by the ocean. Chester was a kind, quick witted and funny man always ready for a smile and a joke. Below are anecdotes and personal memories from his family.

Chester I’ve loved the 48 years we have spent together. You opened my eyes to so many new things and adventures. We had a wonderful life together and I will be forever grateful for our family.
– Dawn

Dad, words cannot express how much I miss you. I have many fond memories of our time together. I remember when we didn’t yet have a computer in the house, you would take me tobogganing to your office so we could play computer games together. I fondly remember rollerblading together, sometimes even in the rain, and watching thunderstorms in the garage with you while eating “grandma soup”. It is no wonder that I love the rain and storms. I am so thankful that I was able to spend your last days and moments with you. Thank you for always accepting me for who I am and pushing me to be the best version of myself. You taught me so many great lessons and I am forever grateful. Whenever I hear the Beatles or John Lennon songs, I will forever think of you. I love you.
– Terra

Dad, I miss you very much. I miss your smile and easy laughs, I miss your terrible jokes that always got a laugh out of the cashier or waiter. I miss what you were to this family. You were funny and brave and kind. You raised me to try my best even when I didn’t succeed. I’ll always remember our Thursday lunches where you would check up on me as a teen to make sure I was ok. I remember you teaching me to ride a bike and to rollerblade. I remember you taking me out into tropical rainstorms to splash in puddles and dance in the rain. Thank you for a wonderful childhood and for your love and support. I will always remember.
– Tanis

We will love you forever and we miss you.

Dawn, Terra, and Tanis

Debra Jenness Boles Caddel

It is with extreme sadness that Debbie’s family announces her passing, on December 9, 2022 at the University of Alberta Hospital’s Palliative care ward. Debbie suffered a stroke on December 2nd, an unexpected complication of shingles.

Debbie was predeceased by her husband of 50 years, Gordon John (Jack) Caddel on August 30, 2017, her brother Harry Albert Boles on July 3, 2015, her nephew Todd Michael Verbicky on April 15, 2011, her brother in law, David Anthony Williams on September 9, 2009, her mother Dorothy Robison Boles King on July 26, 2009, mother in law Charlotte Annair Wright Caddel on September 25, 1988, her father Allen Roy Boles on December 10, 1979, and her father in law Cecil James Garner Caddel on June 24, 1975.

Debbie was born on May 31, 1949 in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, where her family owned a dairy farm; in 1957 they sold it and relocated to Edmonton. Other locations the family lived over the years were Drayton Valley, Grande Prairie, and Medicine Hat. In 1962, Dorothy, Debbie and Linda moved to Edmonton and then to Sherwood Park. Debbie attended school at Hardisty School and Salisbury Composite High School; many years later she achieved her GED designation with honors – it had always bothered her that she hadn’t graduated from high school!

Debbie and Jack met when she was 17, fell madly in love, and married on July 29, 1967. Their first home was an apartment in Capilano, where they welcomed their first born son, Graham John Allen Caddel on October 6, 1970. They moved to Sherwood Park into Greenwood Village where they were blessed by two more children, Lynda Jenness Caddel (Wagoner) on January 19, 1973, and Bradley James Garner Caddel on January 8, 1976.

They purchased their home on Lueders Crescent in 1977, where Debbie resided until her passing. Her greatest love was her family, she always put their needs first, and was
extremely proud of her children and grandchildren.

Debbie’s working life was varied, from office clerk for Alberta Social Services, Sherwood Park Bowling Lanes clerk/cashier, selling home liquid embroidery kits, and the job she was proudest of, office manager for CIC Inspection Services.

Throughout her life, Debbie was a crafty person, and mastered all crafts she chose to
attempt like sewing, crocheting, knitting. Her family treasures the felt Christmas
ornaments (teddy bears, ice skates, angels, etc.) that she put on her children’s, nieces and nephews packages.

Debbie loved to play word games on her iPad, there was nothing she enjoyed more than waxing her opponents, especially sister Linda, and brother in law, Ted. She also played with Lynda, nephew Jason, nieces Kerri, Tracey, friend Diane, and many others!

In later years, she formed a circle of friends (Debbie never met a stranger) involved with her daily water exercises, an activity she was extremely dedicated to, saying how much better she felt after that daily routine.

Debbie had many pet cats and dogs over the years that she loved dearly, Ebony, and Harmony were her last furry companions.

Graham moved in with Debbie in 2018, honoring his promise to Jack to take care of his Mom. He was instrumental in her staying in their family home, as he says “I made her laugh every day!”

Debbie is survived by her children, Graham, Lynda (Justin Wagoner) and Bradley; her beloved grandchildren Rayne Jenness Caddel-Charette, Carl John Wagoner and Charlotte Evelyn Wagoner; sister Linda (Boles) Tony Martin; brothers in law Bob (Laurel) Caddel, and Ted (Martina) Caddel; sisters in law Vicki (Caddel) Ron Chilibeck, Iris Callaghan (Harry) Boles; as well as numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends (Diane, Dorothy, Roy, Mary & Adelle).

A special heartfelt thank you to the nursing staff at the UofA, especially Davina for their excellent care, and to cousin Susan, and sister in law Martina for being with Debbie at the last, all incredibly strong women.

The family is planning a memorial later this spring, details to be determined. We will all miss Debbie’s beautiful smile, her quick wit, and warm welcoming hugs. Rest in peace, Debbie.

Terrance Erven Cook
January 24,1958 – December 05,2022

Terry left this world suddenly at 64 years of age.

Terry met Betty in Victoria, B.C., December 1981, and became her Christmas gift for 41 years, married in June 1983. Together had their son, Adam Keli, born in May 1992, and moved to Sherwood Park, Alberta in August 2000.
As a family we had many adventures, such as travelling to Islands of Hawaii, Seattle, and visiting family in Victoria, B.C., We became fans to Edmonton Eskimos, Seattle Mariners and Seattle Seahawks.

Terry will be remembered for his sense of humor, words of wisdom and encouragement, kindness and patience.

“You left this world, but not my heart”
With love… Adam (Genevieve) and Betty

A Celebration of Life for Terry will be held
Sunday, February 19,2023
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
220 Meadowview Drive,
Sherwood Park, Alberta

Richard passed away peacefully at the age of 75 years on Dec 3rd, at Shepherd’s Care – Eden House where he had lived for the past three years. Richard was a member of L’Arche Edmonton for 31 years. Richard will be dearly missed by all his friends at L’Arche – His beautiful ability to welcome people, the pride and ownership he took in his home and his friends and his love for celebrations, especially celebrating Christmas and his birthday with his friends. We give gratitude for the wonderful care Richard received from all the staff at Eden House, Dr. Paul Grewal and the L’Arche Community.
Memorial donations may be made to L’Arche Association of Edmonton, Fulton Place, 10310-56 St. NW, Edmonton, AB., T6A 2J2
“Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it.” (Hebrews 13:2)

A celebration of Richard’s Life will be held on Thursday December 15th at 11:00 a.m. at Resurrection Catholic Church, 10555 50 St., Edmonton.

It is with much sadness we announce the passing of Landon
(Lanny) Ryan Cooper, aged 37.

Lanny will be lovingly remembered by all that knew him – his
family: wife Ashley Kniazky; children Livia and JD; his father Jon Cooper (deceased); mother Carol Cooper (née Weatherly);
siblings Kerri (husband Luke and children Sydney, Jazmyn and Max), Jason (partner Melissa and son Cruze), Dan, Brad (partner Ashley, children Alex and Oakley), Cam (wife Karin, and children Mattias and Maia), and Kandice (partner Daryl and children Oaklyn and Kash); extended family, and all his many, many friends.

Lanny was born a kind soul. As a young man he was an accomplished athlete, playing baseball, soccer, hockey, especially excelling as a diver. He met and started dating his wife Ashley at school in 2001. He went on to earn his red and blue seal as a journeyman
electrician, a job he enjoyed and was proud of.

Lanny was the most peaceful and gentle of men, the most loving husband and father. Lanny was loved by everybody that knew him, and loved everybody that he knew. We will continue honour Lanny and he will live on through his children, through all the ways Lanny touched us and changed us with his kindness, and by our continued sharing of our stories and memories of this most beautiful person.

Lanny will be laid to rest on Saturday the 10th of December. All those that knew and loved Lanny are invited to join the family during the day at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 10 Akins Drive, St Albert.

Viewing begins at 11:30am, Service at 12:30pm followed by a lunch.

He will be laid to rest at Northern Lights Cemetery, 15203 Campbell Rd NW, Edmonton at 3pm.

Friends are invited to join the family for a Celebration of Life from 4:30pm.

To honour Lanny in the most appropriate of ways, the family invites you to perform an act of kindness with him in mind. Be kind – it is what Lanny would do.