Obituaries

Frank Russell Middleton, beloved father and brother, passed away January 20, 2017, at the Vulcan Community Health Center. He was 63 years of age.
Frank was born August 25, 1953 at Vulcan, Alberta to Roger and Marjorie Middleton. He had all his schooling in Vulcan and after graduation worked as a salesman for Brasso Datsun in Calgary. Frank decided to study to become a radio D.J. at Columbia School of Broadcasting, after which he worked at Studio City Musical in Calgary booking and promoting bands. He met Deborah Daw who also worked there. They moved to Simcoe, Ontario where they were

MONTGOMERY, Gertha Jean 1920 – 2017
Gertha Montgomery of Calgary, Alberta peacefully passed away on January 19, 2017 at the age of 96 years after a full and rich life.
Gertha was born on September 4, 1920 at Calgary, Alberta to Charles and Minnie Butler. She graduated from the General Hospital School of Nursing in 1943. Gertha then completed a Post-Graduate Certificate in Psychiatric Nursing in Ponoka, Alberta before moving to Vulcan where she met her husband, David Montgomery, at the United Church young adults group. They married in 1948 and raised 4 daughters on their mixed farm south of Vulcan. After

Wagenvoort, Pieter Gerardus “Gerry”, of Calgary, beloved husband of Jenny Wagenvoort (nee Pathuis), passed away peacefully at the Vulcan Extendicare on January 16, 2017 at the age of 86 years old. He died after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
Born in Zeist, Netherlands on July 16, 1930, Gerry was married on February 26, 1958 in Zeist to his loving wife Jenny. Together they emigrated from Holland in 1958, and embraced the Canadian life, learning a new language and raising three children. Gerry enjoyed a life-long love of painting, choir and sports (soccer and running). He was a proud member of

Burgess, Lena Marie, of Vulcan, beloved wife of Mel, passed away peacefully at the Vulcan Community Health Centre on January 15, 2017 at the age of 89 years.
Lena was born December 4, 1927 in Blackie to Milton and Ellen Scott. Lena and Mel Burgess were married on June 27, 1952 in High River. Together they raised five children and farmed outside of Vulcan.
Lena loved to golf and was a member of the Vulcan Golf Club. She was also part of the Royal Purple. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, reading and watching baseball, especially the Toronto Blue Jays.
Besides her loving husband Mel,

It is with great sadness that the family of William “Bill” Orden Andrew Lahd, of Milo, announce his sudden passing on January 7, 2017 at the age of 60 years.
Bill attended the Milo School to grade 9, going on to Vulcan and Olds College where he studied agriculture. Bill worked in Calgary prior to taking up farming in his 20’s after his father passed away. After farming for some years, Bill chose to make a change and went to work for Mike Chambers where he stayed for a number of years. From there he went to High River Rentals and

Delmar Stephen Volk of Carmangay, beloved husband of the late Georgina Volk, passed away peacefully with family at his side, at his home on January 4, 2017 at the age of 81 years.
Delmar was born and raised in Carmangay and was the eldest son of Steve and Ada Volk. In 1962, he married Georgina, the joy of his life and they lovingly raised three children. Delmar’s passion in life was his family. He also had a strong bond with animals and nature. He was a man of true character. Invaluable memories will be cherished in the hearts of all who

Harvey, beloved husband of Nora, passed away peacefully at the Vulcan Health Care Centre on December 29, 2016 at the age of 90 years, with his family at his side.

Harvey was born in Scottsguard, SK to Melvin and Leitha Simmons. In 1950, he married his sweetheart Nora and together they raised four girls in Vulcan, AB. Construction was a mainstay for him. One of his greatest accomplishments was being the owner and operator of Vulcan S&S Concrete.

Community was important to Harvey. He was involved with the Ambulance & Fire Service, Town Council and the Vulcan Lions Club, along with numerous

DAVID ARNOLD WATT 1948 – 2016
With heavy hearts we announce David Arnold Watt, (June 27, 1948) lost his long courageous battle with Cancer but gained his Angel Wings on December 22nd 2016.
David leaves behind his loving wife of 36 years Rochelle Watt, sons Andrew (Alicia), Steven (Ashley), daughters Allison (Mike), Melissa (Kirk), as well as his 5 grandchildren Chase, Austyn, Ava, Elizabeth, Jacob, as well as his Brother Allan Watt, Nieces and Nephews Kristin (Edwardo), Justin (Allison), Josh, Derek.
David left a legacy to all of us about strength, courage, love and guidance to live life to the fullest with love

Bower, Agnes Olga, Beloved wife of the late Louis Bower, passed away suddenly December 11, 2016 at the Rockyview Hospital in Calgary at the age of 86 years.
She will be lovingly remembered for her unconditional love and compassion for her family. She was an angel that lived amongst us, a gift from “God” above. Agnes had a heart of gold, was a very soft spoken, gentle and kind soul. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
Agnes is survived by her three daughters Brenda (Ernie) Lawson of Grande Prairie, AB, Linda (Bob) Bell of Dewinton, AB, Patricia (Larry)