October 20, 1922 – October 16, 2021
Louisa passed away peacefully in Edmonton, Alberta at the age of 98 years.
Louisa is survived by son Gord (Myrna) Snider and Audie-Louisa Butcher, 5 granchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Predeceased by son Donald Snider and daughter Camille Snider.
Thank you to Our Parent’s Home and Good Samaritan Southside for their care of Mom in her later years.

          DALE ANDREW LUNDIE

                                             MARCH 13, 1970 – OCT 13, 2021

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the early passing of Dale Andrew Lundie at the age of 51.

Dale was born in Calgary AB March 13th 1970.  During his life he spent time in BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.

While Dale was with us, he left a lasting memory with everyone he met. His humor, energy and strength far outweighed his shy and humble personality.  He was many things to many people. He was a son, a brother, a proud father, a friend and companion. How he touched everyone can best be described by just a few of the many, many people in his life.

Dale as a son –

I lost my baby boy Dale. I was supposed to go before you! Now I only have your son to remind me of you. Your son and your brothers Donny, Rod and Linc. We spent a lot of time together while we were in the environmental workplace, travelled all over. I taught you a lot about work and the workplace environment. You were the best at what you did! Now I will be bringing your ashes back to Churchill to lay you to rest beside your grandma and uncles and stepmom. We had our ups and downs. Know that I loved you so much and forever! Until we meet again son. Love you. Dad bert – “pops”

–        Bernard Lundie

Dale as a brother –

We have Mind Body and Soul and unfortunately, like many in this world, you lost your body… you are still with us in Mind and Soul!! I know this because we were together the last few nights in my dreams. See you again tonight and many nights to come. And best of all see you again on the other side where we can do all the stuff we did when we grew up together!! Go Montreal Canadians!! Love U my brother!!               -Lincoln Camphaug

Being the same age, we had basically the same friends and hung out together most of our young lives.  I learned a lot of good things from Dale, but also learned a lot of bad…. lol. I remember roaming around just to see what kind of sh#t we could get into, and take part of or cause. He was the best defense partner any hockey player could ask for. His 90 mile an hour right arm will never be forgotten.  The “Churchill Whip” I’ll miss you always and will always cherish the memories.  I love you brother. See you again someday.                                            –  Roderick Camphaug

Thanks for taking care of  him!                                                 –  Donald Lundie to MaryAnn.                                    

Dale as a father –

Thanks for all the adventures dad. Well now I know where you are. See you again some day. Love you lots.

–        Lanny Lundie

Dale as a companion and friend –

I have many great memories of Dale. He was my first love and we started a family at a young age. He fathered my first born as his own, and we also had a son together. I’ll never forget him. He was always in my heart. He was a great guy. He had many friends and family. I will never forget the many hockey nights at my house with all the boys, our fishing trips and his finger tapping on the table. And his silly lingo for the boys. Dale touched many hearts. And was loved by many people. Love you long time, until we meet again.               –  Roberta Brabant

Lost my best friend. Dale. Knew him since 2007. We were both at turning points at the time. We helped and supported each other over the 14 years of companionship and friendship! He has left me so many memories to last a few lifetimes and then some! Was there for him through good times and bad times. He was there for me as well! He called my place…his home!  His presence is all over my house including his dog Buddy. Dale will be sorely missed by my family and dogs! Till we meet again Dale. Love always and forever Maryann, family and dogs.         –  Maryann Napope

Dale had so many friends/bros in saskatoon too numerous to count!  he will be greatly remembered for his kindness, caring, loving, sweet, quirky, mischievous, shy, compassionate character! He has left unforgettable, lasting memories and good times                   –  Friends from Saskatoon

Gone from all of us too soon with too many “Hello Again” ‘s left unsaid.

To be remembered in all the ways he left a lasting memory and smile on each of us would be his proudest accomplishment.

On October 17, 2021, Rose Haraba passed away peacefully in her sleep with her son Bobby at her side after a lengthy battle with declining health. She was 82.
Rose was a fiercely independent woman, who was also a devoted and loving single mom. To her family and friends, her generosity and love were beyond compare. She was selfless and would do or give anything to help, always making sure no one ever left hungry. She was simply an amazing cook.
Working in the restaurant and food service industry, she was renowned for her kindness and gentleness to her countless customers and friends.
Rose leaves behind her heartbroken son Bobby, his wife Cassandra, and grandson Rowan; three brothers (Georgy, Johnny, Joe); two sisters (Vicky, Betty); nieces and nephews; and devoted friends. She was predeceased by her parents, three sisters (Helen, Margaret and Amelia) and her brother (Nick).
We wish to extend our greatest appreciation to Michelle Comeau and her team at the Misericordia Hospital (Edmonton) for their extraordinary care and love for Rose when she was in their care during the heavy pandemic restrictions.
Rose wished to be cremated but did not want a service to be held. She made the world a better place. She can now rest.

It is with profound sadness that the family of Daniel Lacelle announce his untimely passing at home on Monday, October 4th, at the age of 53. Though Dan lived a large portion of his life in Ontario, originally being born in Pembroke, he spent his last decades living in his true love: Edmonton, Alberta.
Dan had a long and prosperous career in Ironworking since his teenage years. His second love was for construction and woodworking, building and renovating numerous things for friends, family and businesses. His retirement plan was to build his own dream home in Mexico, so he can lay in the sand and take in the beautiful views from his big bay windows. This dream will eventually be made a reality, carried out by his kids one day.
Above all else, Dan loved his family more than life itself, especially his “babygirl” and his “booger bum” (his children) and his “gman” (grandson). Dan would do anything for anyone, often putting others before himself and doing without to provide for his family. His big heart, unwavering generosity, and fun-loving, adventurous spirit will forever live on in the hearts of those he held closest. Dan’s hearty laughter brought immeasurable joy and happiness to his family and friends and will be missed by many.
Dan loved with every ounce of his being, and is leaving to mourn his former spouse, his soulmate, and mother to his children, Sandy; his children, Becky & Casey, and Angele, who he loved as a daughter; his grandson, Liam; his siblings, and the countless friends all across Canada he loved so much. Dan was predeceased by his parents: Glenna & Roger, as well as siblings, Paul and Ron.
The family of Dan would like to acknowledge and express gratitude to his Alberta family for their immense love, support and help in navigating these rough waters.
There will be no formal visitation or funeral service at this time. Interment to follow at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, the family feel Dan would want everyone to raise a glass in his honour.
 
“Goodbyes hurt the most when the story was not finished”

WARREN, Evelyn Marie

May 1, 1927 – October 10, 2021

Evelyn is lovingly remembered by her children Leonard (Sandra), Evelyn (Mike Engel), Tony (Virginia Durksen), and Theresa (Craig MacDonald) as well as seven grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by daughter Marilyn, parents Florence and George Wright, brother Bill Prior, and sister Marge Drury, and beloved husband of 64 years LeRoy Warren.

Evelyn was raised in Hamilton, Ontario. During WWII she worked at making hats for servicemen, as well as parachutes used for dropping supplies to soldiers. She met LeRoy at a wiener roast and instantly knew she would marry him. He was serving in the war, so they danced to Tommy Dorsey and Glenn Miller at Big Band Dances put on for the war effort. They were married on Dec 3, 1945.

They lived in Hamilton for a few years before moving to Edmonton. In 1959 they bought a home in Sherwood Park, where they raised their family, built their printing business, and made many lifelong friends on Willow Street—the Bastness, Fowler, and Barker families. Mom lived there for 60 years.

After Dad passed, her dear friend Pat Barker would spend Wednesday evenings at Mom’s for movies and popcorn. Mom treasured her friendship with Pat, Mike, and their children. Her favourite times were spent at home entertaining family and friends for summer BBQs, Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. Mom was an avid patron of the Sherwood Park Library and read thousands of books in her lifetime.

Evelyn’s first trip to Europe was in 1978 with her daughters, son-in-law Mike, and grandchildren. Her subsequent trips to Europe were too many to count. Other travels included snow birding with Dad in Arizona, trips to Disneyland, New York, Las Vegas, and Toronto, as well as extensive trips throughout Canada and the US, many with long-time friends Joe and Molly Whale.

In 2019, she moved to Rutherford Heights Retirement Home in Edmonton, where staff and healthcare workers showed her great care and kindness every day. Our sincere thanks go out to each of them, as well as to Dr. Michael and the nursing staff at stroke Unit 52 at the Grey Nuns Hospital for their compassionate care during Mom’s final week.

Memories and condolences may be shared below and donations can be made to Alberta Heart and Stroke.

LAVIGNE, Justin Jean Joseph
January 12, 1973-September 23, 2021

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Justin (JJ) Lavigne, loving father, son, brother, uncle, and friend on September 23, 2021 at 48 years of age. Justin is survived by his former wife, Bonnie Lavigne, and their three children: Hannah, Parker and Spencer Lavigne; mother, Annette; three brothers and two sisters: Brigitte Martyshuk (Bryan), Luc Lavigne (Kelli), Gilbert Lavigne (Dana), Ronald Lavigne (Pearl), and Monique Lavigne; along with many friends and extended family. He was predeceased by his father, Cyril, and sister Claudette. Justin was known for his outgoing and charismatic personality, sense of humour, contagious smile, and roaring laugh. Many would say that “he gave the best hugs” and they were always full of warmth and meaning.

A Celebration of Life is anticipated for the Summer of 2022 for family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be forwarded to the family at justinlavignememorial@gmail.com or The Mental Health Foundation to support addiction and mental health care in Alberta.

It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Michael (Mike) Lewis Reed, loving son, brother, uncle, and friend. He is survived by his mother, Phebe Reed, and predeceased by his Father (Bric Reed) in 1993; Sister, Colleen Reed and Brother, Neil Reed (Helga), Nieces: Chelsea Reed (David) & Jacey (Rob) and Nephew, Lucas Kowalski. Great Niece, Maddi, along with many cousins and extended family. Mike was born in Prince George, BC on June 17, 1960, and grew up in Calgary, Alberta for the first part of his life and then completed high school in Enderby, BC. He attended post-secondary education in Kamloops, BC, and dedicated his career to the automotive industry as he was a hot rod enthusiast and enjoyed all things parts and cars. He loved working in the parts department(s) at St. Albert Dodge, Capital Dodge, and Crosstown Dodge in the Edmonton region and had many wonderful colleagues he worked with. Mike was very close with his family and had just recently moved in with his sister and nephew. He enjoyed the past few months being able to spend more time with them and also visited his 90-year-old mom, Phebe, who had moved from BC to Alberta, into a care home just 10 minutes away. Mike was known for being a loyal, gentle soul. He was quiet at times but had a great sense of humor. Chances are if you knew Mike, you knew how much he loved to send greeting cards – usually a month early. We will forever miss those wonderful check-ins and know in our hearts he is sending them from heaven now. Every summer, he enjoyed visiting family and friends in the North Okanagan and also loved listening to music while he drove down. Mike was also a huge animal lover – especially his cat, Chi. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you make a donation in Mike’s name to the Hervey Foundation for Cats (www.herveycats.com) or any cat rescue, charity of one’s choice. Mike would not have wanted any sadness or to be a bother to anyone, it was just Mike’s way. May we all find comfort knowing he is now in his Dad’s embrace and is our Angel above us, looking out for everyone. May you rest in peace, Mike. We love and miss you dearly. -June 17, 1960 – September 30, 2021- A interment gathering will occur in Spring 2022 in Camrose, Alberta

Edna Margaret De Girolamo (nee Cober)
1925 – 2021
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Margaret De Girolamo. Margaret passed away in Edmonton, Alberta at the age of 96.
She is survived by her five children Ronald; Linda (Frank) Dobos; Janice; Gina (Tony) Armstrong; Nancy (Blaine) Thompson; her grandsons Kevin, Jason (Meagan), and Brandon (Melanie); three great-grandsons Carter, Damian, and Declan; four siblings Grace, Joseph, Velma, and Elva, and many extended family members scattered across Canada. She is predeceased by her husband Carlo, and her parents Charles & Emma Cober.
Margaret was born on the family farm in the Pretty Valley area of Manitoba, as the 11th child of fifteen. In 1939 at the age of 14 when Margaret was in grade 8 (her last year of public school), she was presented with a certificate that commemorated the visit to Pretty Valley by King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. The next year, Margaret stayed home to help her mother with the younger siblings, as her older siblings married and left home. In 1941, at the age of 16, she was required to register with the Canadian government. One could sign up for the war effort at the age of 18, but when Margaret turned 18 she went to work at a Tuberculosis sanatorium in southern Manitoba. When she was 20, she traveled to Kamloops, BC to help her older sister, Grace, with her children. Once her help was no longer needed, Margaret traveled to Alberta with her sister Ethel and was introduced to the Williams family where she was hired as household help during the harvest season. Here she met Jean (Williams) Heavenor, and a lasting friendship was struck.
In the fall of 1945, Margaret registered to attend Prairie Bible Institute (PBI) in Three Hills, AB where she would complete a 5-year program. During the summer months between school years, Margaret spent time back with the Williams family where she was introduced to the Germaine family who were on furlough as missionaries. Another summer she stayed and worked at PBI to cover tuition. For a couple summers, Margaret became involved with the Canadian Sunday School Mission, working in northern Alberta near Moose Lake. It was in Moose Lake that Margaret was baptized as a follower of Jesus Christ.
When Margaret graduated from PBI in 1950 (at the age of 25), she joined the Germaine family in Calgary, AB. While contemplating what was next for her, she took typing and bookkeeping courses. During this time, she met Dulcie (Dixon) Hebbes who encouraged Margaret to get involved as a leader in afterschool bible classes for children. She also joined Dulcie and traveled to Washington, Montana, and North Dakota to conduct summer sessions of Vacation Bible School.
A few years later, Margaret signed up for a program to earn a Nursing Aide diploma through the Alberta Public Health Department. While doing the course, Margaret lived with the Dixon family near Calgary. For her practicum she worked in the Wetaskiwin Hospital and the University Alberta Hospital in Edmonton, working in the Polio, the Nursery, and the Psychiatric wards. She received her certificate in November of 1954 at the age of 29.
Her first job took her to Hythe, AB and then to Pouce Coupe, BC. Eventually she came to Edmonton in the fall of 1956 to work at the Royal Alexandra hospital in the Maternity ward. There Margaret met a patient who kept insisting that she should go up to Yellowknife in the Northwest Territories. Margaret noticed an ad in the paper placed by a woman looking for someone willing to come to Yellowknife with her to help with her children for the summer. Margaret took the job, and in the summer of 1957, traveled to Yellowknife.
While in Yellowknife, Margaret attended a local Baptist church and was introduced to Carlo De Girolamo, who had emigrated from Italy in 1951 and who was working at the Giant Gold Mine. After a short courtship, Margaret and Carlo were married in Calgary, AB on December 28, 1957. Margaret and Carlo returned to Yellowknife to live and the following year their first child was born, a son they name Ronald. Two daughters followed, Linda and Janice. After Carlo had worked for the Giant Gold Mine for 10 years, they moved to Edmonton, AB in 1964, and while looking for a house to purchase, their daughter Gina was born. After settling in a home in Sherwood Park, AB they welcomed their final daughter Nancy. While Carlo worked for Drader Manufacturing as a machinist, Margaret worked as wife and mother raising their five children.
In July 1969, Margaret and Carlo left their children with relatives and traveled to Italy for three weeks, to visit Carlo’s home town, Chieuti, Foggia, at the request of his father. While in Italy, Carlo was approached about becoming a partner in a local business, which would involve moving the family to Italy. After discussing the idea, Margaret and Carlo decided to stay in Canada, for the sake of their children’s futures.
As her children enter the school aged years, Margaret decided to return to work, at the age of 49. In 1976 she started a position with Alberta Family Services, which provided individuals in need with people who were able to help. Margaret went to clients’ homes and helped them with some light housework, meal preparation, and personal care. The hours were part-time and allowed Margaret to still be home for her children after school. She worked with Family Services for the next five years.
As Margaret’s children matured, she spent more time helping others. She was always ready to invite others for a meal, work in the church’s kitchen, serve in the church nursery and teach Sunday school, host prayer meetings, and pizza parties for her daughters’ friends. She also enjoyed sewing, crafting, knitting, and playing Scrabble. She was always ready to lend a hand to those in need, whatever that may be.
When Carlo retired in 1993, they sold their house in Sherwood Park and eventually bought a large 3-bedroom condo in west Edmonton. This was their home base as they had bought a motorhome and planned to travel Canada and the US, visiting family, friends, and new sites. During the winter months they traveled down to San Benito, Texas and lived at a camp with other ‘snowbirds’. They did this for 10 years until Margaret was 78. Margaret then developed health issues from congestive heart failure, and many months were spent trying to find a balanced treatment. In 2009, Margaret and Carlo decided to move to Westaskiwin where they bought a small house with a yard. There, they enjoyed a simpler lifestyle and hosted family gatherings. Carlo enjoyed gardening and Margaret enjoyed simple pleasures like reading and knitting items which she donated to those in need.
In 2013, they sold their house and moved to a condo close by, but later that year Carlo experienced severe pain in his hip area and had to undergo immediate radiation to treat cancer that developed. As things improved for Carlo over the summer of 2014, other complications led to more issues over the Christmas period later that year. Soon into the new year, Carlo was admitted to hospital and died in January 2015 from complications of prostate cancer.
Margaret then sold the condo in Wetaskiwin and moved back to Edmonton, eventually moving in with her daughter Linda. She stayed with Linda for 4 years, enjoying frequent visits with some of her great-grandsons. In August 2020, she decided to move to a seniors assisted living residence in Spruce Grove, in anticipation of her daughter Linda’s desire to also be in Spruce Grove after their retirement.
Sadly, Margaret experienced complications from her health issues and was hospitalized in late August, and while waiting for an opening at a long-term care facility, she died in her sleep.
Margaret leaves behind a legacy of faith, which she passed on to her children, and many others, and a heart that sought to serve the Lord by serving others. She will be greatly missed.
No service will be held. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in her memory to the Hope Mission www.hopemission.com

Our beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother has passed away at the age of 78 years. She will be sadly missed by her 8 children 21 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. We will love you forever!