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Sharon is survived by her loving husband Lyle Littlepoplar; her children, Jennifer (Hector), Tamara, Leith (Kirstin), Demetria; her step-children, Manfred, Lannie, Sonny, Cheyanne; 19 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; her sisters, Ivy, Pauline (Clement), Virginia, Gloria (Herb); sisters-in-law, Sylvia, Lorraine, Karen, Martha, Janice, Muriel and Lena; brothers-in-law, Dennis, Jordy, Clayton, Quinton; as well as numerous nieces and nephews, extended family members and...

Lynn Sharon Kijewski was born on June 6, 1944 in Red Deer, Alberta and entered into rest on January 11, 2021 in Edmonton, Alberta at the age of 76 after a long struggle with COPD.  Lynn was the fourth born out of 11 children to Jerome and Ellen (Nellie) Mulrooney. Lynn spent 57 years with her husband, Henry Kijewski. On April 28, 1962 they were married at the St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Ma-Me-O Beach, Alberta.  They built their life on the Kijewski family farm near...

He is survived by his dad, Ardell Saddleback; brothers, Nathan Rain, Roddy Rain, Rydell Minde, Trey Minde; sisters, Kasha and Tasia. Vince was predeceased by his mother, Eileen Rain; brother, Kyle Rain; maternal grandparents, Alice Rain and Herbert Rabbit; paternal grandparents, Theresa and Simon Morin. Funeral Wake Evan’s Residence January 14, 2021 Traditional Ceremonies Evan’s Residence January 15, 2021 Interment Samson Central Cemetery

Honouring the Life of Daniel Gerard Buffalo-MacDonald September 5, 1983 - January 10, 2021 Daniel is survived by his son, Izaiah; daughter, Mila; mother, Marilyn Buffalo; father, Frank (Red) MacDonald; brothers, Frank Buffalo and Joe Buffalo; sisters, Rhonda Buffalo and Monica Buffalo; as well as numerous uncles, aunties, nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Daniel was predeceased by his brother, Robbie Buffalo MacDonald (1990) and cousin, Tanya Buffalo Threefingers Sather...

Ruth Irene Kiss (nee Hieman) October 27, 1930 - January 8, 2021 It is with great sadness that the family of Ruth Kiss announces her passing on Friday, January 8, at the age of 90 years.  She was actively involved with the Moose Lodge in Wetaskiwin, was proud of her vegetable garden and flowers, and enjoyed being part of various community groups in town.  Ruth's greatest pride was her family.  She was never as happy as when she spent time with her two...

Evelyn is lovingly remembered by her husband Larry; children Karen and Kyle; her sisters Delia, Leah, Esterlina, and Ruth; her brothers Henry and Ruperto Jr.; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, family, and friends; her sister-in-law Haidee; and her brother-in-law Jojo. Evelyn was predeceased by her parents and her father-in-law. Memorial donations in Evelyn’s name are gratefully accepted to the St. Augustine Parish Building Fund. Due to the current COVID-19 restrictions, a...

Aaron Pollard December 12, 1984 - January 4, 2021 Aaron lived his life fully and without holding back. He tried so hard to overcome his many health obstacles, until he couldn't fight any longer. On January 4th, 2021 at the age of 36, Aaron was finally set free from all the pain and suffering his body was putting him through. Aaron was born in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta on December 12, 1984 and moved to Wetaskiwin in 1987, where he lived the rest of this life. Aaron was the youngest of...

Denise was the first born of Bert and Betty Gruntman. She grew up on a small farm north of Duhamel. In 1974, she moved to New Norway and in 1976 married Rick Solverson and started their family. She completed her nursing degree in Red Deer. She was a registered nurse and worked at the Red Deer Regional Hospital in the dialysis unit. Her love of knowledge and caring for her patients was a tribute to her profession. Denise purchased a house in Blackfalds where she lived until her first stroke...

  Remembering Sam It is with sadness the family of Samuel “Sam” Jason Neath announces his sudden passing on Friday, January 1, 2021 at the age of 20 years. Sam was the true devotion of his parents Jason Neath and Jennifer Collins and his grandparents, papa Barry Neath, and Granny Jean and Grandpa Ernie Wiebe. They all loved him more than life itself. Sam was born on October 30, 2000 in Wichita, Kansas when Jason was playing hockey for the Wichita Thunder team. The...

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Thomas William "Bill" Lucas at his home on January 1, 2021. Bill was born on January 21, 1938 in Ponoka, Alberta. He passed away just weeks before his 83rd birthday. He was the third child born to Howard and Esther Lucas. Bill lived his entire life in the Ponoka area and married his life-long sweetheart, Margaret (Peggy) Krefting on August 22, 1959. Together Bill and Peggy had three children: Brian, Linda and...