Judy Diane Falconer

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Judy Falconer

After a short battle with cancer, Judy passed away peacefully at the age of 65. She is survived by her daughter Nicole (Scott), son Taylor, brother John, and sister Jill (Pat). She leaves behind many loving family members, as well as a plethora of amazing friends and neighbours. Judy was predeceased by her parents Frank & Betty Falconer, her sister Susan, cousin Marilyn, and constant companion~ her dog Stormin’ Norman.

“…on earth as it is in heaven” ~ Judy is now tending to God’s Garden and is ensuring that the perennials up there are in ‘just the right spot’.
In the absence of a memorial or gathering, please raise a glass of red and toast to the amazing woman that she was.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her honour to Habitat for Humanity, a charity that she volunteered for and travelled with on builds, or to CKUA, her favourite radio station that always helped keep a song in her heart. The family is also collecting funds to go towards a commemorative City of Edmonton bench in her honour.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Katherine Koch

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Katherine Koch (nee Biegler) April 29, 1929 – May 9, 2021
“Wherever a Beautiful Soul has been, there is a trail of Beautiful Memories”

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving wife, mother and grandmother, Katherine (Kay) Koch on May 9, 2021 at the age of 92 years.

Kay is survived by her loving husband of 70 years, Ralph; her sons Brian (Sheila) and Calvin; her daughter Heather (Robert) Panas; her grandchildren Crystal Lang, Christopher (Sara), Dusty (Angel), Trevor (Amanda), Mandy and Michael; her great-grandchildren Daniel, Ben, Sam, Autumn, Sapphire, Caitlyn, Ayla and Flora; her sister and brother-in-law Gladys and Rod Macdonald; sister-in-laws Amy and Doreen; and numerous nieces and nephews. Kay was predeceased by her parents Rose and Anton Biegler; her brothers Frank, Scotty, Bill and Tony; her sisters Rose, Martha, Dorothy and Violet; her brother-in-laws Levi, Henry, Phillip and Albert; her sister-in-law Paranzem; and grandson-in-law Michael Lang.

Kay will be forever missed and fondly remembered by her family that she dedicated her life to and we are grateful for having been a part of this beautiful lady’s journey. We are pretty sure that all the Biegler Angels are having a party as Vrrej said he heard that they Re-opened the Brewery in Heaven.

Special thanks to Blaine Brooks for his help and kindness to Ralph and Calvin.

Darlene Kjenstad

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We are saddened to announce that Darlene Kjenstad passed away at the age of 68.
She is lovingly remembered by he husband Tedd, of 47 years. Her children Carla (Mark), Melanie (Christopher). Grandchildren Zackerie, Joshua, Devon and Nicholas . Mother Stella , sister Dana and many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends will remember her beautiful smile, her love of anything blue and blingy. Her quirky sense of humour and her love to help all others.

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

I miss you
I cried when you passed away.
I still cry today.
I could not make you stay.
Your golden heart stopped beating,
Hard working hands at rest.
God broke my heart to prove to me that he only took the best.

Paul Steven DeMeulenaere

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Paul Steven DeMeulenaere passed away on Tuesday May 11th, 2021 after a short battle with cancer. Paul is survived by his loving wife Patricia (Patsy) of 43 years and his three children Susan/DeeDee (Ryan), Paul/P.J. (Tanya) and Megan/ BooBoo. He was also gramps to five grandchildren Hailey, Blake, Jack, Cadence and Owen. Paul is also survived by his sister Pat DeMeulenaere (Darrell), several sisters and brothers in law and many nieces and nephews.

Paul was born February 21, 1952 in Edmonton where he was raised and spent his life. He worked for the city as an arborist for over 35 years. Paul was an avid fisherman, camper and gardener, a big lover of the outdoors and animals; especially dogs. These passions created some of the families favorite memories which have been passed down to the next generation. Paul was not a fan of heights and flying but the family managed to get him over his fears by moving away and getting him to visit. He travelled to Australia, Fiji, Indonesia, United Kingdom, Europe and to weddings in Mexico and Cuba.

We will all miss his pickles, his annual pot of stew for camping (even if he wasn’t going), his laugh, sense of humor and his hugs.

The family would like to extend our appreciation to Dr. David Fields, the staff at the Royal Alexandra Hospital, The Cross Cancer Institute and Norwood Hospice.

Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations to www.albertacancer.ca/in-memory/ would be greatly appreciated.

“Where the ocean meets the sky I’ll be sailin”

Delpheen Ilah Cummings

It is with great sadness that the family of Delpheen Ilah Cummings announces her passing on May 9, 2021 at the age of 88 years. Our mother will forever be remembered by her children Marlene Cummings, Linda (Jay) Watson and Bob (Kim) Cummings. Delpheen will also be remembered by her 5 grandchildren Brad ( Ashley), Chris, Angela (Wyatt), Jenna and Lindsay, 7 great grandchildren , sisters Eunice, Elsie and Sharon, brothers Ken (Marlene), Allen (Georgine) and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Harper, Delpheen was pre-deceased by her husband (Errol Cummings 1982), parents (Thomas and Jessie Ann Harper), 3 sisters and 2 brothers.

Del was the sweetest, kindest person you could meet. She was a strong person who made the best of every situation and was needed and appreciated by many. Passionate about country music, Del knew all the words to all the old country songs. Del had a greenthumb and enjoyed spending hours in her beautiful gardens. Del was a devoted wife, mother grandmother, sister and aunt who will be remembered every day and will always be a part of all who loved her.

Due to Covid restrictions a private graveside memorial for family will be held on May 17, 2021.

Memorial Donations in honor of Delpheen may be made to Capital Care Strathcona, Heritage House.

Barbara M. Clark (Kruse)

Beloved Mother, Grandmother, sister, auntie and friend passed away in her sleep. She will sadly be missed by daughters Chantelle , ( Noel) Taylor, Kristina, (Tom) Claire . Two grand children Jeniah and Abbigail Taylor. Her sisters Judy (John) Hovey, Maureen (Bernhardt) Winter, Laura(Darcy) Hews. Her friends and Family Predeceased by mother Rita, Father Robert and sister Anita

Edward Robert Bird

Edward was survived by his loving wife Colleen 51 + years –Wonderful children Michael -Colin and David ( Cathy ) amazing grandchildren Margaret -Rory – Tatum and Deni –Sister Lois ( Bill )
His in laws -nieces and nephews and step family –he loved each and every one of you —
Ted passed away peacefully with family by his side -nine days short of his 77 birthday,
Born in Argentina -grew up in England Immigrated to Canada with his good friend David ( Janet )
Ted taught in the electrical department at NAIT or 30 years
He worked hard to provide a good life for his family.
if you so wish please donate to an animal charity of your choice –Ted would never admit it but he loved all the animals we somehow inherited from our children and nephew Shaun –
A private family funeral will be held at a later date.
We love you Teddy –Dad -and Grandpa Ted and just Edward –May you rest in peace –

Leonard Arthur Robinson

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Len Robinson was born on September 20th 1949 in Minnedosa, Manitoba.

He grew up outside of Minnedosa, in the town of Clanwilliam, with his four sisters and two brothers. He was a committed brother and successful athlete. He cherished his baseball days with the Clanwilliam Greys and his Hockey years playing for the Minnedosa Bombers. He was an ardent and competitive curler. Len had a lifelong love for golfing, especially with his boys.

In April 1970 he married Brenda, his wife of 51 years. They moved to Sherwood Park, Alberta. He worked and made many friends in the oilfield supply industry. Brenda and Len established and ran a successful consulting and education business together for over 40 years. Sherwood Park became home where together they raised 5 children. Len led a full and busy life raising his family, managing their business as well as coaching and volunteering with minor baseball, minor softball and minor hockey.

Those fortunate enough to know Len know he was a devoted father to his children, Harley, Leigh, Lonnie, Chris and Jill. He could be found at any activity his kids were involved in. He spent countless hours in the winter at the rink with his kids in hockey and ringette. He could be found on top of the concession in the old shell in Sherwood Park shouting encouragement, advice and maybe even a little criticism if you’d earned it. In the summer, he then followed them to the ball diamond where any night of the week you could find Len and one of the Robinson kids playing ball. Len loved sport and passed that passion and joy onto to all his children.

Len was an avid reader, often reading three books at a time. He never lost track of a plot. We will all remember him sitting in a lawn in chair in the shade with a book in hand. He was even known to read, and then to reread a book that he enjoyed if it deserved a second read. Historical fiction, westerns, adventures and mysteries kept his mind active and fully engaged. However, he was not above throwing a book down because it was not worth the read. He collected quotes and loved to share them. One of his favorite quotes and authors was Louis L’Amour. It went:

“The trail is the thing, not the end of the trail. Travel too fast, and you miss all you are traveling for.”

Len’s Grandchildren will remember him as a proud and dedicated Grandpa. His Grandchildren and all of their interests brought him great joy. He cherished his time and his visits with his Grandchildren. Kailey, Ethan, Sequoia, Rayne, Addy and Loxley carry happy memories of holidays and celebrations with Grandpa.

Len is also remembered and loved by his wife Brenda and his children Harley(Carla), Leigh(Dave), Lonnie(Erin), Chris and Jill(Derek). He will be missed by his brothers Rick(Eileen) and Barry(Nicci) and his sisters Peggy(Lloyd), Donna(Dale) and Mavis(Dennis) and his brother in law Ralph. In addition, he will be remembered by his sister in law Karen(Doug) and his brother in law Tom(Jennifer). There are many nieces and nephews whom he loved and cared for in his lifetime.

Len is predeceased by his parents Annie and Don, his beloved sister Jean, his brother in law Jim, sister in law Mary and his mother and father in law Sid and Muriel Carter.

Judy-Lynn Harley

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Judy-Lynn Harley (Foster) .Loving wife to husband Curtis, and mother to Daughters Miranda and Danielle .Judy was a feisty no nonsense lady that had a sense of humour and intelligence that couldn’t be rivaled .Judy was predeceased by her brothers Kevin ,Eugene , and Keith and parents Irene and Earl (Nibs) Foster .Judy passed away in her home in Edmonton .

Bartley Emile Gravelle

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On April 30, 2020, Bartley Emile Gravelle passed away at the age of 54 years old in Wildwood, Alberta.
Bartley was born on August 24, 1965 in Estevan and raised in Macoun, Saskatchewan where his parents farmed until he was 12 years old. The family moved and bought a farm in Spiritwood, Saskatchewan. Bart was the true definition of a cowboy. He loved the rodeo and he enjoyed team-roping, calf-roping, riding and bucking bulls. He raised bucking bulls for 23 years and his greatest joy was the springtime when it was calving season and new colts were born.
Bart’s passion was horseback riding and checking cattle in pasture land. Bart won numerous buckles for the team-roping and calf-roping events that he participated in. In his mid-20 Bart who was always looking for more adventure decided to ride bulls. Bart conquered many obstacles in his short life time as at the age of 37, he became a paraplegia due to a farm accident. Bart continued to instill into his young boys, the value of hard work despite life’s challenges. He was adored by his grandchildren and he prided himself in teaching them about hard work, animals and ranching. Bart was a very family oriented and you did not have to be related by blood to be accepted as a family member.
Bartley is survived by his loving family: his wife, Edna of 24 years, their sons: Cantrell (Kassandra), Tyrell, Mitchell (Joslin), Darnell (Misty), Chris (Shauna), Reg (Jasmina) and Steven (Melynn). His grandchildren: Chandler, Ezra, Henry, Branson, McKenna, Emmett, Alexis, Christian, Emily, Ethan, Desta, Adley and Axtyn. His siblings: Cyril, Angela (Gord), Charlena (Brent), Chere (Mark) and Mike; Bart’s mother-in-law, Gloria Edwards; brother-in-law, Celestine (Fran), sisters-in-law, Hannah (Gary) & Doris (Joe). Numerous aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews, cousins, extended family and many friends.
Bart is predeceased by his loving Mother and Father, Jeannette & Bernard Gravelle, his brother, Joseph and his sister, Regina; father in-law George Edwards and his brother-in law, Gerald Edwards and sister in-law Barbara Gravelle.