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Condolences tot he family of Geraldine Esther Mortimer Shadlock

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SHADLOCK
Geraldine Esther Mortimer

December 17, 1941 - March 24, 2022

Geraldine Shadlock of Drumheller, beloved wife of Fred, passed away on March 24, 2022 at the age of 80 years. Geraldine Esther Mortimer was born December 17, 1941 on a farm one mile south of Carbon, Alberta to Andrew and Pauline Mortimer. Growing up on the farm with her younger brother Larry, she belonged to 4-H; taking Food, Beef and Interior Decorating projects, C.G.I.T (Canadian Girls in Training), Sunday School, the church choir as well as taking part in school sports and piano lessons.
She met Frederick James Shadlock of Rosedale at a 4-H calf show and sale. They were married on November 22, 1958 in Carbon and resided on the Shadlock family farm in the Verdant Valley area. They had 4 children Gene, Donna, Barbara and Sandra. In addition to being a busy farm wife she was the Verdant Valley news correspondent for the Drumheller Mail, a leader of the 4-H Sewing Club, a volunteer for the Classroom Agriculture Program, a member of the Verdant Valley Agricultural Society and of the United Church Women as well as teaching quilting courses.
In 1960 Gerri joined the Alberta Women’s Institute and held many positions in the Verdant Valley branch throughout the years. She attended national conventions for A.W.I and world conferences of the Associated Country Women of the World. She remained an active member of the group until her passing.
After retiring from the farm in 1995, they built a beautiful home next to the Red Deer River in Cambria. They sold that home in 2004 and moved to Drumheller.
Gerri enjoyed quilting, sewing, gardening, baking, travelling, camping, genealogy, volunteer work and spending time with family and friends. She especially enjoyed spending time with and taking care of her grandchildren.
Gerri is survived by her husband Fred, daughters Donna Thom and Sandra Shadlock (Jon Sheppard), grandchildren Megan (Stewart) MacKinnon, Stacey Bryne (Lucas), Deana Thom (William Lai), Abbigayle, Harrison, Winston and Aaliyah Martynes, great grandson Jaxson Bryne and her brother Larry Mortimer (Gayle), brother-in-law Murray Shadlock (Marion) and sisters-in-law Flossie Klan, Marion Ridley, Betty Shadlock as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her parents Andrew and Pauline, son Gene, daughter Barbara Donovan and sons-in-law Gord Thom and Michael Donovan, brothers-in-law Walter Shadlock, Art Klan, Alan Ridley, Jack Ridley and Raymond Shadlock and sisters-in-law Evelyn Ridley and Anna Shadlock.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, April 8, 2022 at 2:00 pm. at the Knox United Church in Drumheller.
Donations in Gerri’s memory may be made to the Verdant Valley and Dorcas Women’s Institute Box 1816, Drumheller, Alberta, T0J 0Y0.

Courtney-Winter's Funeral Home in care of arrangements. 403-823-2666.

Condolences to the family of Gladys Catherine Jensen

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JENSEN
Gladys Catherine

November 30, 1930 - March 18, 2022

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother Gladys Catherine Jensen at the Drumheller Health Centre on March 18, 2022. We find comfort in knowing she is no longer in pain and that this was her wish. We are blessed that we were able to have a 91st Birthday party in November where she was able to see most of her family.
Mom was born in 1930 to Mads and Mary Sorensen, the second of three children. She was raised on a farm outside of Standard. In 1947 she married our father Ralph Jensen and moved to a farm at Rosebud. In 1948 they welcomed their first son, Randy. Then in 1949 they had son Dale and in 1953 their youngest son Larry was born. Mom and Dad were very busy raising three young boys, travelling with hockey, ball and other activities. Then 10 years later in 1963 Mom and Dad were blessed with their only daughter, Laurie. Mom always said she was the one that kept them young. In 1966 the family moved to Drumheller where the boys chose to finish their schooling. Gladys worked part-time at the auxiliary home, a job she loved, working with the seniors. In 1969 Mom, Dad and Laurie moved to a farm/ranch at Craigmyle and then to Delia in 1976. Mom was very active in the community. She always had the coffee on and enjoyed visits from anyone, young or old. In 1988 Mom and Dad retired back to their home in Drumheller where they were very active in the Pioneer Centre.
Mom loved to spend time with her family and grandchildren and was an avid fan and supporter in their activities. In 2008 Mom and Dad moved to the Sunshine Lodge. After Dad’s moving to Memory Lane and passing in 2010, Mom stayed on at Sunshine Lodge until moving
to Hillview in 2020. Mom was known for her wit, sass and spunky attitude and we are forever grateful for her care at the Sunshine and Hillview Lodge.
We would like to extend our gratitude to Dr. Olfert and the palliative care team at the Drumheller Health Centre for their utmost professionalism and kindness. A special heartfelt thanks to Dr. Tlhape, Mom’s family physician since he came to Drumheller, for his attentive care and compassion through the years and her final moments.
Also thank you to Colleen and Courtney for your kindness, empathy and thoughtfulness during Mom’s
final days. You are true angels.
Gladys was greatly loved and will be sadly missed by her surviving children; Randy Jensen (Telenea Roberto) of Drumheller, Larry (Glenda) Jensen of Strathmore, and Laurie (Darrell) Berlando of Drumheller, as well as many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Gladys was predeceased by her son Dale in 1977, granddaughter Jana in 1982 and husband Ralph in 2010. Per Mom’s request there will be no service. A private celebration of life will be held by the family. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

Condolences to the family of Peter Van Holland

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VAN HOLLAND
Peter

January 28, 1947 - March 8, 2022 (age 75)

Peter Van Holland of Drumheller, Alberta, beloved husband of Lavina passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness with family by his side March 8, 2022.
Peter loved camping, teasing friends and family, food, Sunday drives and keeping himself busy. Some of his pastimes included horses, old cars and fishing.
Peter took pride in his family, teaching his children what work ethic was, but showing them the importance of balance between work and family, and that it was love that made a family.
Born in Ede, Netherlands, he came to Canada when he was two.
Peter was predeceased by his parents, Teunis and Teinisje, brothers-in-law Pat and John, his daughter Tammy Jo, best friend Woody and his soul mate pet Brandi.
He is survived by his wife Lavina, his children Tracey (Gord), Tom, Rhonda (Sean), Sabrina (Rob) and Trevor (Melanie), and special son Brandon, 10 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, siblings Tony (Linda), Dickie (Dallas), Celia, and Roelie along with numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, please fill free to donate to STARS Air Ambulance or the Drumheller Health Center.
As requested by Peter, there will be no funeral, but a Celebration of Life will be held July 30, 2022.

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