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Condolences to the family of Donna Marie Sevcik (Anderson)

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SEVCIK
Donna Marie
(Anderson)

1946 - 2022

With tremendous sadness we announce the passing of Donna Marie (Anderson) Sevcik, our loving and devoted Wife, Mother, Gramma and friend to all whose lives she touched, on November 7, 2022.
Donna was born in Calgary in 1946 to parents, Murray and Jessie and started her life on the Anderson farm at De Winton. Unfortunately, her father, Murray Anderson passed away when she was 8 years old, and the family moved to Calgary. When she was 16, her mother Jessie married Ralph McElroy and they moved to Hussar. It was here where Donna met and married her loving husband, Marvin and they started a family. Blessed with two boys and a girl, David, Russell and Colleen, Donna dedicated her life to her family and raised them with love and support. She treasured her children and embraced every moment with them. She especially loved her role as Gramma. Donna loved to love and care for people. She was an excellent gift giver, an amazing listener, always knew the right thing to say, a loyal friend, and never missed a special date. Donna was active as the Brownie leader in Hussar for many years and was on many different boards, committees, and groups that her family was involved with. Until her health made it impossible, Donna was active in St. Magloire’s Anglican Church, garden clubs, and the local stitch and chat group. Donna is lovingly remembered by her husband of 54 years, Marvin, children, David and his wife Margo, Russell, and Colleen Sevcik. She is forever remembered by her four loving grandchildren, Susanne, Luke, Jake and Marika, her sister Bette-Jean McElroy and sister-in-law, Ileen Beatty, nephew Dale Beatty, his wife Mona Lisa and their children Cole and Analise.
She was predeceased by her father, Murray Anderson, stepfather, Ralph McElroy, mother, Jessie McElroy, brother, George P. Anderson, brother-in-law, Cliff Beatty, and nephew Darren Beatty.
Funeral Services will be held on December 21st at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Hussar at 2:00pm followed by a reception at the Hussar Community Hall.
If friends so desire memorial donations may be made to Wheatland and Area Hospice.
Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Homes are in care of the arrangements. 403-823-2666

Condolences to the family of John Peter Vereschagin

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VERESCHAGIN
John Peter

It is with great sadness that the family of John Peter Vereschagin announces his peaceful passing with his loving family by his side at the age of 74. John was predeceased by his wife Dawn (nee Phillips) in 1996, his parents Peter and Dorothy Vereschagin and his brother Harry Vereschagin. John leaves to mourn his passing, his sons, Peter (Julie) Vereschagin and their children Stoya and Saulanna of Lethbridge and Ken (Lisa) Vereschagin and their child Logan of Drumheller and many family members from both the Vereschagin and Phillips family. John worked for the City of Calgary at the Water Treatment Plant until his retirement in 2009 for a total of 27 years of service. John enjoyed watching football and hockey and he always cheered for the Montreal Canadians and the Calgary Stampeders. John could often be seen enjoying a cup of coffee with his buddies at McDonald’s and jujubes in his candy jar at home. He was lovingly referred to as The Snack King among his family and could always be counted on for bringing the best treats to a family get together. Over the last decade, John enjoyed nothing more than spoiling his grandchildren with the neatest, noisiest knick knacks and toys, the more required assembly the better. It was part of John’s unique sense of humour. Although John is no longer with us, we take great comfort in our memories and laughs that we have all shared over the years. In lieu of flowers, the family would like people to donate to a charity of their choice.
A Graveside Service will be held at the Drumheller Cemetery on Saturday, November 26, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. Please meet at the front entrance to proceed to the grave site. A Celebration of Life will follow the service, please RSVP juliev79@telus.net

Prairie Rose Cremation & Funeral Services 403-823-5151

Condolences to the family of William (Bill) Penner

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PENNER
William (Bill)

June 27, 1940 - November 12, 2022

It is with deep sorrow and much love that our family mourns the passing of Bill. He passed away November 12, 2022 in Drumheller, Alberta at the age of 82.
Bill will be lovingly remembered by his wife of almost 60 years, Barbara and his daughter Donna (Leo) Johnson, son Kelly (partner Jackie). Four granddaughters Nichole Clayholt, Justine Berry, Mikaela Herd, Melissa Penner and step granddaughter Chelsea Cole. Four great grandchildren, Clara, Addalyn, Sloan and Oliver and two sisters, Kathy (Rob) Fletcher and Betty (Tom) Lewis. As well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families.
Bill was predeceased by his father John and his mother Elizabeth, three brothers, John, Corny, Walter and two sisters, Agnes and Anne. He was born in Rosemary, Alberta but grew up on the family farm in Gem, Alberta until he left at an early age to work in the oilfield. This job brought him to Drumheller where he met Barbara and from here went to Taber, Alberta. Upon leaving the oilfield, he returned to the farm for a few years and then moved to Drumheller where he operated a transportation business with semi trucks hauling grain and livestock. Bill also worked for the Alberta government as a bridge inspector mostly in northern Alberta, but did work on the East Coulee bridge. Bill opened Penner Shoe Sales and Repairs in Drumheller and repaired many soles for clients in and around Drumheller. Closing the store, he did handyman jobs until he was hired as coordinator/driver for the Drumheller Valley Bus. He enjoyed helping people and worked at this job until he retired. Bill enjoyed gardening and coached minor hockey, also going to the farm and on occasion would help with harvest.
Bill had a very deep involvement with the Elks and held the position of Exalted Ruler. He assisted in fundraising events in the community raising funds to purchase the first handi-bus and he called bingo at the Elks hall for many years.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, November 25th, 2022, at the Knox United Church, 195 3rd Avenue East, Drumheller, Alberta.
If so desired, please make a donation to the Heart to Heart Society of Drumheller, Box 162, Drumheller, Alberta
T0J 0Y0 or the Alzheimer Society, G5, 5550 45 Street, Red Deer Alberta, T4N 1L1 on behalf of Bill or feel free to contribute to any organization of your choice.

Courtney-Winters Funeral Home in care of arrangements. 403-823-2666.

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