Obituaries

Marshman, Robert Reginald “Bob” passed away peacefully on July 10, 2010 at the Peter Loughead Hospital in Calgary at the age of 84 years.
Bob is survived by two nieces Marilyn Marshman, Suzanne (Bud) Grouette and great niece Amanda Grouette. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews in Athabasca and sister-in-law Viola Marshman.
He was predeceased by three brothers in infancy, brothers William “Bud”, Harold “Jock” and sister Ruth.
Bob was born in Carmangay on December 17, 1925. He was third eldest son of Ed and Hilda Marshman. Bob was raised in the Champion area where he farmed

Sletto, Clayton Robert “Bob” passed away peacefully on October 26, 2010 at the Foothills Hospital at Calgary at the age of 57 years.
Bob was born on January 31, 1953 at Vulcan to Clayton and Betty Sletto of Champion. He attended school in Champion, High School in Vulcan and College at Olds. Bob married Marion Boll on June 24, 1978 and they had three children together, Laura, Matthew and Jill. He worked on the family farm until moving to Claresholm in 1989.
Bob leaves behind his daughter Jill (Matt) his son Matthew, two sisters Sharon (Pat) Lattery and Carol (Jerry)

TODD, J.A. Brian1928 – 2009
After a long and rich life, Brian passed away peacefully on October 12, 2009 following a brief illness
J.A. Brian Todd was the youngest son of Robert and Mae Todd, born December 2, 1928 in Vulcan. Brian attended school at Thigh Hill and Vulcan and completed his secondary education at SAIT in 1949-50 where he took a course in building construction and drafting. After completing his courses, he returned to Vulcan to farm with his Dad.
He met Margaret Todd Anderson on October 12, 1953 and they were married November 16, 1955. Brian was

Rupp, Gloria Hazel, beloved wife of the late Alfred, passed away January 25, 2010 at Vulcan Community Health Centre at the age of 84 years.
Gloria was born October 21, 1925 in Medicine Hat, AB and moved with her family to Champion when she was four years old. She attended school in Champion and then worked there as a telephone operator. In 1948 Gloria married Alfred and they moved to the family farm where they raised their three boys Jim, Dale and Gord. They enjoyed many years of farming and community life and felt fortunate to call Champion home. Alf &

Graham, Weldon Joseph passed away April 30, 2010 at Vulcan Community Health Centre at the age of 91 years.
Weldon was born July 5, 1918 at Prescott County, Vankleek Hill, Ontario to Fred and Annie Graham. The family moved to the Vulcan area in 1915. Weldon attended Vulcan schools and upon completion of his education, began farming with his father. He married Jean Margaret Christie in October, 1977. Weldon was a member of the Vulcan United Church. In his younger years he was an avid curler.
Weldon is survived by his brother Delbert and numerous cousins.
Weldon was

Broere, Neeltje “Nell” passed away peacefully on July 13, 2010 at the Vulcan Extendicare at the age of 87 years.
Nell was born January 13, 1923 at Capelle a/d Ijssel, Holland to Krijn and Aletta Verkaik. She received all her education in Holland and, in 1946, married Adriaan Broere. Their three oldest children were born in Holland and the family immigrated to Canada in 1952. Nell and Andy were blessed with a fourth child in Canada. Nell worked hard to make a good life for her children. She was an impeccable housekeeper and always kept active.

Bower, Louis passed away November 16, 2010 at the Southwood Care Centre in Calgary at the age of 87 years.
Beloved husband of Agnes, loving father of three daughters Brenda (Ernie) Lawson of Grand Prairie, Linda (Bob) Bell, Patricia (Larry) Bower-Krause both of Calgary, seven grandchildren, two great grandchildren, sister Gladys (Ken) Webster of Imperial, Saskatchewan and numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorial Prayer Service Monday, November 22, 2010 at 11:00 am at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Champion, Alberta with Reverend Father Angelo D’Costa officiating.
Inurnment Champion Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, tributes in Louis’ memory can be made to the Alberta Cancer

STOKES, J. Frank1918 – 2009
Stokes, Joseph Frank passed away October 13, 2009 at Lethbridge, Alberta at the age of 91 years.
Frank was born on September 14, 1918 on the farm in the Armada District that his dad homesteaded in 1909 to Charlie and Virtue Stokes. He attended school at Brunetta and played all sports. Frank especially loved to box and ride horses. He married Lillian “Sis” Chambers on July 11, 1939. Frank often said that he didn’t have to pretend that his old Harley motorcycle or car were out of gas because they were usually broken