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Condolences to the family of Arlyne Hagel

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HAGEL
Arlyne

1929 - 2021

We regret to announce the passing of Mrs. Arlyne Marie Hagel (Hingst) of Innisfail, Alberta, on Tuesday, June 1, 2021 at the age of 91 years.
Arlyne was born and raised in Rockyford, Alberta. She later settled in Drumheller, Alberta, with her first husband, Erwin Hingst, where the two raised their family. Erwin and Arlyne owned and operated ‘Hingst Dinosaur Service’, and shortly after retiring from the family business, Arlyne also ran ‘Dinny’s Convenience Store’. Erwin and Arlyne later moved from Drumheller, to then settle in Big Valley, Alberta. After the passing of
Erwin in 2005, Arlyne returned to Drumheller, and reconnected with an old family friend, Alfred Hagel. The two were married in April of 2017 and came to Innisfail, Alberta. Alfred and Arlyne always enjoyed having family, grandchildren, and friends come to visit. Arlyne loved gardening, her flowers and road trips. Arlyne will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Alfred Hagel, her sons, Dale, Dwight (Nancy), Randy (Jodi), Irv
(Germaine) and David (Barb); her daughters, Gwen (Dale), Patti (Bill), Wendy (Andy) and Karen (Shane);
her twenty grandchildren and twenty-two great-grandchildren. She will also be deeply missed by her siblings, Lorraine Jensen, Mary Hendricks and Theresa Hendricks; as well as her extended family members, Brian (Vici), Murray (Karen), Kerry (Christine), Dwayne (Carol), Brenda (Doug) and Shelly. Arlyne was predeceased by her former husband, Erwin Hingst, her brothers, Bernard Hendricks and Bill Hendricks, her brother-in-law, Carl Jensen and her brother-in-law, Fred Hingst and her sister-in-law, Mary Hingst. A Funeral Service will be held at Rockyford, Alberta, at a later date. If desired, Memorial Donations in Arlyne’s honour may be made to the Alberta Children’s Hospital, 2888 Shaganappi Trail NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B 6A9 or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 100, 119 - 14 Street NW, Calgary, Alberta, T2N 1Z6. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.heartlandfuneralservices.com. Arrangements in care of: Heartland Funeral Services Ltd. 4415 – 49 Street, Innisfail, Alberta
Phone: 403.227.0006 Fax: 403.227.6437


Condolences to the family of David (Dave) Raymond Durnie

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DURNIE
David (Dave) Raymond

December 19, 1933 Calgary, Alberta
- May 31, 2021 Calgary, Alberta

Dave Durnie of Calgary, AB, passed away on Monday, May 31, 2021. Dave was born on December 19, 1933, at the Calgary General Hospital to John and Anna Durnie. Dave and Barb met in Drumheller, AB, they have been partners in life and adventures for seventy-four years. Dave worked for the Canadian Western Natural Gas Company for thirty-five years. He was a member of the Crescent Masonic Lodge #87. Dave was a 5th generation Mason and was very proud when his son Doug also joined his Lodge. Dave volunteered with Triwood Community Association, mostly in hockey, as well as at Wild Rose United Church. Dave was respected by all who knew him for his work ethic, kindness, and incredible willingness
to help. Dave loved to golf, camp, and bowl. He was an incredible craftsman who built anything from house additions to intricate bird houses. The Durnie’s were regulars at Mara Lake each summer where they boated and waterskied with close friends. Dave’s memories and time that he shared with his family will continue to grow.
Dave is survived by his loving wife of sixty-four years Barbara Durnie, his sons and their families, Doug and Cindie (Dan and Pete), Greg and Jane (Tom and Ashley; Noah, Vada and Mave) (Mike and Kelsey) (Alyssa) (Beth), and Allan and Carol Durnie. Dave was predeceased by his parents, John and Anna Durnie; his brothers, Jack, Jim and Harvey Durnie; and his brother-in-law Art Battram.
Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and viewed on David’s obituary at www.McInnisandHolloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes for Dave Durnie may be made directly to The Veteran’s Food Bank at https://theveteransfoodbankofcalgary.ca/
donate-now/ or to the charity of the donor’s choice.
In living memory of David Durnie, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area.

Condolences to the family of Gerald Curtis Hein

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HEIN
Gerald Curtis

August 17, 1948 - May 27, 2021

It is with tremendous sorrow that the family of Gerald Curtis Hein announces his passing on May 27, 2021 at age 72 years. After a courageous 15 year battle with Parkinson’s Disease Gerald passed away at Bethany Riverview in Calgary from Parkinson’s complications.
Gerald is survived by his partner of 26 years Ron of Calgary, son Kelly (Marsha) Hein of Strathmore, daughter Sonya Elias of Calgary, grandchildren Mateo Elias, Landon and Hayley Hein, brother Larry (Deb) Hein of Victoria B.C, sisters Arlene (Robert) Filkohazy of Hussar, Fay (Doug) Bangle of Strathmore, Debbie (Glenn) Laycock of Rosebud, Valerie (Maurice) Thevenaz of Drumheller and numerous nieces and nephews. Gerald is predeceased by his parents George and Ella Hein.
Gerald was born prematurely on August 17, 1948, in Bassano, Alberta at a mere two and a half pounds. He was nurtured to health by his grandmother Katie Rutschke, then joined his parents on the family farm east of Hussar, Alberta near the community of Duck Lake. Gerald
graduated from Olds College in 1968 with a diploma in General Agriculture and returned to the family grain and cattle farm to raise purebred Charolais with G & E Hein Farms. Dedicated to hard work on the farm, Gerald was also active with the Hussar 4-H Beef Club as a member and leader. He lived and worked in the Hussar area until 1991 when he relocated to Calgary in the community of Millrise. He worked for Alberta Hail and Crop Insurance, WCB, and the City of Calgary up until the time his health forced him into early retirement.
Gerald was well known for the immaculate care he took of his home and yard, he loved to joke and tease; his personality was infectious. This trait followed him into his care homes, Mackenzie Towne Retirement and Bethany Riverview, where he became a favourite of staff and residents alike. He knew his illness would rob him of his ability to play on the floor or take his grandkids to the park so he played with them every moment he was able to. It’s the only time his house was a mess and he had a huge smile on his face.
His courage to come out 32 years ago allowed people who loved him to fully know him and paved the way for others to live authentically. His passing will forever leave a void in our hearts.
In Lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to The Parkinson’s Association Of Alberta (120, 6835 Railway ST. SE Calgary, Alberta T2H 2V6 or online at ParkinsonsAssociation.ca).
Due to COVID-19 Restrictions a small family graveside service was held at Mountain View Funeral Home and Cemetery on June 4, 2021 at 2:30 pm.