Buchan, Betty Elaine, of Champion, passed away suddenly at home on June 18, 2015 at the age of 82 years.
Elaine was born on March 30, 1933 to proud parents Max and Annetta Groves. She lived in Champion her entire life, spending 58 years with husband Allen. Elaine was a friend to all and would go out of her way to help the older people in the community. Elaine was an amazing wife to Allen and a wonderful mother to Cindy (Murray),Gary (Joanne), Kevin (Lynnette) and Nancy (Daryl). Also left to mourn is a group of grandkids – Derek, Tanya, Kyle, Jenna, Kacey, Shelby,and Taylor, and great-grandchildren Kailey and Lily. Elaine will be dearly missed by brother Dale (Diane), sister-in-law and best friend Barbara, brother-in-law Donald and sister-in-law Janice. Elaine was predeceased by her father Max, mother Annetta, brother Keith and nephew Dick.
Celebration of Life was held Wednesday, June 24, 2015 at 1 pm at the Champion Community Hall, Sue MacDonald, D.M. officiating.
In lieu of flowers, tributes in Elaine’s memory can be made to the Champion Cemetery Maintenance Association, Box 99, Champion, AB T0L 0R0.
Thank you to the Groves clan for their quick response and never-ending support.
Arrangements in care of Vulcan Funeral Home. Telephone 1-403-485-2633. E-mail condolences through www.vulcanfuneralhome.ca.
To Allen, Dale, Barb and families,
I was so very sorry to hear of Elaine’s passing. I am so thankful to have attended the last Daub reunion in Blackie and to have had a great visit with her. I told her that she looked so amazing. My only regret is that I didn’t get to know her better. Please accept my sincere condolences on behalf of all the Ashmores.
Dear Allen, Cindy, Gary, Kevin, Nancy and families,
I was so sad to hear about Elaine’s passing – she will be missed by so many. Please know that I’m keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers. Take comfort in the support of your family and friends. I’m sure her and my mom are having a great visit. Take care.
Brenda (Pasolli) McCredie
To the Groves Family;
When I came to Champion and community, Elaine was one of the first of many people I meet, and I always remember her kindness. And after the tears have dried and the goodbyes have been said, all we have to hold onto are the happy memories that we’ve shared with our loved ones who have passed, this is what keeps them alive in our hearts and in our minds, and they will continue to live on, through us. My condolences to all of you.