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Condolences to the family of Judy Behuniak (nee Smith)

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BEHUNIAK
(nee Smith)
Judy

May 4, 1936 - November 24, 2021

Judy completed her life’s journey at age 85, passing at the Drumheller Health Centre. Born and raised in Drumheller, she only left for four years to Calgary before coming back when she married Mike in 1956.
Judy grew up with her two sisters and three brothers in the house on 1st Street East, and had many Lefebre and Guterson aunts, uncles and cousins to gather with.
Judy had a variety of jobs through the years, starting as a teenager doing housekeeping at the original Drumheller Hospital and Nurses residence; People’s Bakery, AGT phone operator and Stedman’s Store. In 1959 Judy and Mike started their family, and was a stay-at-home mother until 1972, when she started volunteering at Central Elementary School. She was hired on permanently as a teacher-aide in 1973, assisting many teachers and students until retirement in 1998. Judy enjoyed her time there, remaining good friends with many co-workers - you know who you are.
Judy was a Bridge player with many groups over the years, and a longtime member of the Crown Jewels in Drumheller, enjoying the trips, laughs and socializing.
She loved a good book, and took pleasure in her yard and flower gardens. Judy and Mike and family enjoyed RVing through the years and the two of them looked forward to their yearly September golfing holiday after retiring.
Judy is survived by her daughter Tracy, son Michael, sister Joyce Brodie, brothers Harry (Marlene) Smith, Dave (Lynne) Smith, Tom Smith, many nieces and nephews, and close family friends, Flip and Ann Webster. She was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Mike, infant daughter Judy Ann, her parents JMF and Nelly Smith, sister Gaye (Bob), in-laws George Brodie, Alva Smith, Pete (Clara) Bihuniak, Bill (Eva) Behuniak.
A Celebration of Life will take place at a future date.
Flowers gratefully declined. Donations in Judy’s memory can be made to Drumheller Area Health Foundation, The Lung Association or Canadian Cancer Society.
Thank you to Dr. Tlhape and all the wonderful staff at Acute and Palliative Care.

Condolences to the family of Ian Sallows

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SALLOWS
Ian

December 25, 1930 - November 23, 2021

Ian Noel Sallows passed away peacefully at the Drumheller Hospital Continuing Care Centre on November 23, 2021 at the age of 90 years.
Ian is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Gerda (Elizabeth) Sallows, his daughters Heather Sallows (Steve Gadbois) of Whistler, B.C., and Karen Sallows (Soren Laursen) and granddaughters Astrid Laursen and Mia Laursen (all of Ottawa).
Ian was the last surviving child of Garnet and Martha Sallows of Nacmine. He grew up there as the youngest of seven siblings, becoming an athletic young man who boxed and played baseball. He and Gerda married in 1957. After starting out in Hussar and Drumheller, they settled in Rosedale, where they built their dream home and operated a market garden. This was in addition to Ian’s work as manager/partner in the Andreasen lumber, construction and hardware business, and Gerda’s busy teaching career.
Dad simply loved life in the Valley and contributed to his community in so many ways. He and Gerda were blessed with a circle of good friends and caring family. In later years, Dad enjoyed working at the Drumheller Penitentiary and the Royal Tyrrell Museum. He played golf with his buddies, travelled with Gerda, did some beautiful woodworking, and spent many happy hours with their dear friends and neighbours on 9th Street in Midland, where they had a smaller home (but a lot of garden!) He especially loved time with his granddaughters, teaching them the fine arts of weeding and water fights.
As per Ian’s wishes, there will not be a memorial service, and cremation has taken place.
In his memory, doing a kindness for a friend or a service to the community would be appreciated. In lieu of flowers, the family would be grateful for donations in Ian’s name to the Drumheller Hospital Foundation or STARS Ambulance.
The family would like to thank Dr. Mpisi and Dr. Tlhape for their compassion and skill, and all of the staff at Drumheller Continuing Care for their careful attention to his complex care in his last years.

May the stars carry your sadness away,
May the flowers fill your heart with beauty,
May hope forever wipe away your tears,
May silence make you strong.

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

Condolences to the family of Edna Kolenz

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KOLENZ
Edna

April 26, 1929 - November 26, 2021

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother. She passed away peacefully in her sleep at the long-term care unit in Drumheller, Alberta. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, camping, crafting, dancing and good old country music. She is lovingly remembered by her son, Larry (Mary); daughters, Joyce (Richard), Debbie (Bruce), and Marilyn (David); daughter-in-law, Susan; 12 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers and a sister. She was predeceased by her husband, Frank; her son, Randy; and great-granddaughter, Cheyenne. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
There will be no Funeral Service as per her wishes. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Edna’s name can be made to the Long Term Care Unit of the Drumheller Hospital, 351 9 Street NW, Drumheller, AB, T0J 0Y1.
Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.myalternatives.ca.

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