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Condolences to the family of Jewel Evelyn Comstock

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Jewel Evelyn

August 23, 1930 - July 13, 2018

Jewel passed away peacefully in the Drumheller Health Care Centre at the age of 87, the beloved wife of George Clark Comstock. Jewel loved to participate in many activities, which include making afghans for those she loved, being involved in nature; especially bird watching, and reading a good book. Jewel spent 67 years living on their farm south east of Rosebud with her husband George. The couple met while attending Olds College, marrying shortly after on October 28th, 1950. George and Jewel moved off the farm to reside in Drumheller, in September 2017. Jewel involved herself with many organizations in Rosebud and the surrounding area: Co-owner of the Silver Thimble, Secretary and Director for the Rosebud Gas Co-op, serving on the board for 17 years, Assistant to the Secretary for the Federation of Alberta Gas Co-ops for 8 years, Good Neighbours Club, Jolly Junior Ladies Club, and the Marigold Library. Jewel will not only be remembered for what she did, but rather for who she was. Jewel was a loving character, she was clever and witty while being honest with opinions, with a sweet smile, “a shining light”. Jewel is survived by her husband George Comstock, “daughters”, Debby (Jim), Pam (Fred), Gayle (Larry), Yvonne (Ralph), Vera (Donald), “son”, Craig (Tina), 16 grandchildren, and 14 great grandchildren. Jewel was predeceased by her parents, Gordon and Evelyn Marshall, as well as two infant brothers. Also her brother/sister-in-law Bill and Catherine Poole. A Celebration of Life will be held Monday, July 23, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. at the Hussar Community Centre, with the luncheon to follow, memorial donations may be made to the Rosebud Cemetery Fund, Box 601, Rosebud, Alberta, T0J 2T0 Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Homes are in care of the arrangements.

Condolences to the family of John "Jack" Dawson Molyneux

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MOLYNEUX
John “Jack” Dawson

November 23, 1929 - July 10, 2018

Our beloved father and grandfather passed away on Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at the Hanna Long Term Care Facility surrounded by his loving family
at the age of 88 years. Jack is fondly remembered by his two children, Sharon (Paul), Doug (Traci); nine grandchildren, Brad, Cory, Matthew, Cassie, Janelle, Ashley, Meghan, Suzanne, Olivia; and nine great-grandchildren. Dad was predeceased by his parents, John and Mary Molyneux;wife Ruth; brothers, Allie and Joe; and sister Ethel. Dad worked as a country salesman for McGavin’s for 30 years; after retiring he drove the valley bus for 5 years where he enjoyed his time getting to know the people of Drumheller. Dad was an avid gardener and loved spending his days in the summertime outdoors with his grandchildren. In 1950 Jack met the love of his life, Ruth Harrison through mutual friends, Fran Broom and Stella Anderson at a social event at the Elks Club. Mom and Dad started their life together in Nacmine in 1957 and were together for 57 years. A private family graveside has occurred. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jack’s memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, #200, 119-14 Street NW, Calgary, AB, T2N 1Z6. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.myalternatives.ca
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Condolences to the family of Douglas Owen Smith

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Douglas Owen

June 22, 2018

Douglas Owen Smith peacefully passed away June 22, 2018 at the age of 82 in Hanna, Alberta. Doug married Iris Smith July 26, 1958, and were blessed with 3 children: Debbie, Stanley, and Glenn. Doug is survived by his wife Iris of 59 years, his children: Debbie (Charles) Busta, Stanley (Pat) Smith, & Glenn (Colleen) Smith; 13 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, brother Frank (Martha) Smith, and 2 sisters: Joyce, and Cory. A private family memorial will be held at a later date. Donations in Doug’s memory can be made directly to: STARS, 1441 Aviation Park NE, Box 570 Calgary, Alberta T2E 8M7, or to the Salvation Army, P.O. Box 3097, Drumheller, AB T0J 0Y0. Hanna Funeral Services Ltd. entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements, 403-854-5956. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.hannafuneral.ca.

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