We Remember

Ralph Auestad of Lethbridge (formerly of Milo), passed away peacefully at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital on May 14, 2024 at the age of 85 years.
Ralph was born March 4, 1939 in Bassano, AB, to Abraham and Martha Auestad. He attended school in Milo and took over the family farm at a very early age.
Ralph married Laureen Hayduk of Lac La Biche in July of 1967 and together they raised two children – Allan and Deb. Ralph and Laureen kept busy over the years with their kid’s activities and enjoyed their community. Ralph and Laureen eventually moved to High River and

The family of Susan ‘Sue” Faye Schneider are saddened to announce her sudden passing in Calgary on May 13, 2024 at the age of 62 years.
Susan was born March 16, 1962 in Red Deer Alberta; the youngest and tenth child of Wes and Tillie Quick. Her growing up years were spent in Red Deer, High Level, Vulcan and Champion.
On November 26th 1983, she married her high school sweet heart Fred and they spent the next forty plus years together in Vulcan; farming and raising their 3 kids Karen (Ryan) Williams, Wesley (Jessica) Schneider and Gavin (Aliya) Schneider. While raising her

Orlo ‘Ory’ Delroy Doane of Vulcan, beloved husband of Judy, passed away at the Vulcan Community Health Centre on April 25, 2024 at the age of 81 years.
Ory was born January 21, 1943, son of Orlo and Della Doane. He was raised and educated in Vulcan and farmed his entire life. He was a cowboy at heart and had the kindest of hearts, a smile and always willing to lend a helping hand to whomever needed it.
Ory was a devoted champion of the Wheat Country Special Needs Society and spent many years deeply involved with S.O.D.A.
He married the love of

Bob “Robert” Bell
May 9, 1957 – April 16, 2024
Bob Bell, age 66, beloved husband of Linda Bell, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 in Calgary, Alberta. Born on May 9, 1957 in Calgary, Bob was a lifelong resident of the city. He was a self-employed businessman, starting at a very young age to help provide for his family and his obscene obsession with cars.
Bob was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He cherished his wife Linda and his two daughters, Lindsay (Casey) and Lesli. He was also blessed with three grandchildren, Desmond, Crue, and Lake, who brought immense joy

In Loving Memory of Patricia
October 17, 1941 – March 22, 2024
Patricia Ann McGladdery of Vulcan, peacefully passed away at the Vulcan Community Health Centre on March 22, 2024 at the age of 82 years.
Pat was born October 17, 1941 at Lashburn, SK, to William and Christina “Bunny” McGladdery. She moved with her family to Southern Alberta in 1943 where the family settled in Pincher Creek. Pat started her education attending a one room school house and eventually attended elementary school in Pincher Creek. When Pat was in Grade 4, it was discovered that she was nearly deaf and had self-taught

Karen Lynn Humphrey, born March 9, 1974, in Calgary, Alberta, peacefully departed from this world on March 9, 2024, at her home, surrounded by loved ones. Karen’s unwavering faith in God was the cornerstone of her life’s journey. Wherever she resided, she sought solace and strength in her faith, finding a home in the embrace of various churches throughout her life.
Karen’s passion for dance was evident from a young age. She began her journey at the University of Calgary in the dance program before venturing into the wider world to pursue her dreams. Training alongside her sister Cheryl at Dynamic,

Mr. Barry Edward Lebsack, beloved partner to Yvonne Souther, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on December 28, 2023 at the age of 64 years old. Barry was born to Edward and Joan Lebsack on April 9, 1959 in Vulcan Alberta.
Barry will be lovingly remembered by the love of his life Yvonne; children Jolene (Chris), Dustin, Aisha (Jeff); grandchildren Emily, Tyson, Teagan, Easton, Emery, River and Rayne, brother Blaine (Grace), nieces and nephew, great nephews and numerous friends.
Barry was predeceased by his brother Leslie, parents Ed and Joan.
Barry’s celebration of life will be held on Friday, March

Thomas Wallace Will
March 13, 1933 – February 29, 2024
Thomas was born March 13, 1933, to Wilson Andrew (Pete) and Alice Will (Battersby) in Vulcan, Alberta. He passed peacefully in High River on February 29, 2024. Thomas grew up on the family farm near Milo and went to MacGregor school located near the farm and then to Milo school.
Thomas enjoyed tinkering with vehicles and machines. He apprenticed as a mechanic at Bertrand’s garage in Milo. He then moved to Grande Prairie near his siblings Winona and Wilson. He worked at various jobs in the area for several years. He returned to

Ron was born to Bill and Edith Barnes in Empress, Alberta, February 7th, 1948. He took his schooling in Bindloss and helped his father on the family farm. Bill’s poor health meant that Ron shouldered much of the responsibilities of the farm at a young age. Ron married Joyce Marshall of Acadia Valley in 1967 in Medicine Hat. They lived on the farm at Bindloss until April 1968, when they moved to what would become Ron’s homeplace, the farm just west of Kirkcaldy. They enjoyed their wonderful neighbors so much. They often played pranks on one another and kept each