CAMPBELL
Norma Carol

January 13, 1944
Winnipeg, MB
December 17, 2020
Drumheller, AB

It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Norma Carol Campbell (nee Weston). Norma was the beloved wife and soul mate of 55 years to George Linton Campbell, who predeceased her on February 17, 2016. Their monumental love for each other will last for eternity. Norma passed away suddenly at the age of 76 on December 17, 2020, after very strongly and bravely struggling through complications with pneumonia.
Norma was born in Winnipeg and later moved to Calgary, where she met her treasured husband in a meeting of chance on a day trip on the road- one of her most loved stories. Norma’s favourite thing in the world was to be with her immediate and extended family, as much as possible. She talked with much pride about her children and grandchildren, and never missed an opportunity to share family news. She also kept busy with numerous friends and loved visiting and chatting with everyone, in person, and on the phone. Norma had a true passion for camping, spending time outside in the sun, and enjoying the beautiful Rocky Mountains. With her family, she took countless month-long camping trips through Alberta and British Columbia, with her absolute favourite places to stay being Penticton and the Kananaskis. Norma’s true love for all animals was a constant her whole life. She was always excited to see any animal in nature and spent long road trips pointing out every creature that she could see to her family. She devoted true care and attention to all of her beloved pets over the years, and never missed an opportunity to interact with any dog or cat she saw. Later in life when Norma wasn’t able to have pets due to building restrictions, she dedicated many hours to volunteering at the Drumheller SPCA, where she found true joy in spending time with and helping animals in need. Norma endearingly ended every single phone conversation over the years with “bye-bye for now”, and that is how we wish to think of her passing- not as a goodbye, but a ‘bye-bye for now’.

Norma will be forever remembered and loved by her children - her eldest son, Stacey (Marcia) of Hanna, and her daughter Jaime (Ryan) of Youngstown. She is also survived by her two cherished grandchildren, Aiden and Emily. She will be sorrowfully missed by her sister Marlene, of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, as well as by her much-loved niece and nephew, Nancy (Don), and Philip, of Calgary. She will be dearly missed by countless other family members and friends. Besides her adoring husband, Lynn, Norma was predeceased by her parents, John and Josephine, and brother-in-law, Gordon. In keeping with Norma’s wishes, no formal funeral services will be held. As Norma’s love for animals was so strong, for those who wish, the family requests that memorial donations be made directly to the Drumheller & District Humane Society.

MCKINNON
Rita Mary

December 18, 2020

It is with extreme sadness that the family of Rita Mary McKinnon announces her passing on Friday, December 18, 2020, at the age of 87. Rita leaves to mourn her very loving husband of 66 years, Allan McKinnon. Their love for each other grew stronger and deeper as time went on. It was a relationship their family looked up to, one for the history books. She also leaves behind her children, Jim (Kristine), Malcolm (Twila), David (Shirlee), and Barb (Grant) Bishop; grandchildren, Jennifer (Mark), Christopher, Burgandy (Troy), Curtis (Krista), Tiffany (Riley), Justin (Megan), Matt (Randi), Paden, Colton (Tonya), Courtney (Jon); and 11 great-grandchildren. Rita was born in Michichi, AB, and met the love of her life at the age of 16 at the Drumheller High School Dormitory. They spent their early marriage in Rosebud and then moved to Standard in 1969, where Rita was a lifetime member of the Lionettes. Rita loved to travel, curl, snowmobile, dance, and generally have a good time. She always looked forward to drives in the mountains with her family and some of her greatest memories came from the many camping expeditions that she and Allan did together. Rita was one of a kind; she was feisty, thoughtful, fearlessly protective of her loved ones, and had the biggest heart for her friends and family. Mac (Grandma) took tremendous pride in all her kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids. She leaves behind a huge hole in the hearts of many, but we were so blessed to have had her in our lives. The family wishes to thank the staff at the Wheatland Lodge for the exceptional care provided to Mom. Due to existing covid restrictions, no funeral services will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Standard Municipal Library. To send condolences, please visit Rita’s obituary at www.wheatlandfuneralhome.ca