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Condolences to the family of Donald (Don) Engler

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ENGLER
Donald (Don)

August 29, 1933 - August 8, 2022

Donald (Don) Engler passed away peacefully with his family at his side on August 8, 2022 at the age of 88. Beloved husband of Teresa. Loving father of Ken Engler, Donna Godun and Gary (Sara) Engler. Cherished grandfather of Laura, Ryan and Megan. Lovingly remembered by his brother Max Engler; sisters Maxine Ansell and Peggy Stirr, brother in law Don Nolin as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families.
Don was predeceased by his parents, Anthony and Mabel Engler; sisters, Betty Campbell and Fay MacKay; son-in-law Terrance Godun, brothers-in-law Steve Stirr, Court Campbell, Austin MacKay and Bob Knowles; sisters-in-law Betty Engler, Shelia Nolin and Geraldine Knowles; niece Cheryl Laing and nephew Scott Campbell.
Born to Anthony and Mabel Engler, on August 29, 1933 near Lancer, SK, Don was the third of six siblings. After his father joined the army during WWII their family left the farm and moved to Swift Current. This is where Don spent most of his school years, attending Elmwood School and then St. Patrick’s. He followed in his father’s footsteps and went on to serve his country, enlisting in the Navy in 1951. Don took a job as lineman for Saskatchewan Power where he met the love of his life Teresa Skotheim. They were married in Prince Albert on Christmas Eve in 1964. Don was a husband and father first and worked hard to provide for his family. His work brought his family to Thompson, Manitoba, in 1969, where he was a gas fitter, then back to Alberta in 1973 where he worked as an Inspector for the National Gas Rural Pipelines. The family eventually settled in Drumheller, in 1977, where Don worked for Nova until he retired and started his own pipeline inspection company until 1999. Don filled his retirement years travelling with his wife, spending as much time as he could with his friends and family and creating memories with his grandchildren.
Anyone who knew Don knows that he always made you feel welcome in his home and had many colorful stories at the ready to keep you entertained. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all who knew and loved him.
A memorial service will be held at 2 pm, on Monday, August 22, 2022 at Courtney Winters Funeral home, 199 2 St W, Drumheller with a luncheon to follow at the Midland Community Hall.

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

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Condolences to the family of William Louis Doyle

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DOYLE
William Louis

July 24, 1933 - July 26, 2022

William Louis Doyle, beloved husband of Sharon, passed away peacefully at home, two days after his 89th birthday.
William, (Bill), was born in Hanna, Alberta to Louis and Mary Doyle, and spent all of his life in the area, cherishing the farmland, the wildlife, and the beauty of the prairies.
At the age of 17, after the passing of his father, he left the family farm and began teaching high school, which was the beginning of a lifelong career in education. He eventually settled in Drumheller with his wife, Betty, and family of five children, and taught for many years at St. Anthony’s School, where he became the principal and then superintendent. He later went on to become the superintendent of Starland School Division. He encouraged and inspired many young lives, and was so pleased whenever he had a chance encounter with former students. He was honoured that his colleagues at St. Anthony’s created the William Louis Doyle Leadership Award.
A leader in the community as well, Bill was proud to serve as an alderman for the Town of Drumheller for several years. In that capacity, he was one of a small group of community leaders who were instrumental in successfully lobbying the provincial government to select Drumheller as the location for the Royal Tyrrell Museum.
He also served on the board of the Palliser Regional Planning Commission and the Alberta Planning Board.
He was a loving husband to Sharon, whom he loved deeply, during their marriage of almost thirty five years. And he was a wonderful father to his children. We will all miss his words of wisdom, his sense of humour, and his compassion for others. His faith compelled him to strive to emulate the life of Christ.
William is survived by his wife, Sharon Doyle, his son, Mark (Susan) Doyle, and his daughters, Brenda-Lee (Cory) Campbell, Theresa (Brian) Coe, and Betty (Les) Diehl.
He is also blessed to have loving grandchildren - Lori-Ann and Shaun, Blair, Daniel and Danielle, Brody and Megan, Mitch and Sara, Natalie and Brett, Lyndsie and Colin, Sam and Chantal, and Kristin and Martin, as well as ten great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by infant grandson Darcy Doyle in 1986, his brother, Roger Doyle in October of 1986, son, Gerald William Doyle in March of 2012, and by his first wife, Betty Moar, in September of 2015.
Prayer Vigil will be held Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Anthony’s Church. Funeral mass will be held at St. Anthony’s Church on Wednesday, August 17th, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. followed by a luncheon at St. Anthony’s Hall. Interment at a later date.
For those who wish, charitable donations may be made in Bill’s name to Grace House.
Courtney-Winters Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. 403-823-2666.

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