Albert “Lee” Roy Somerville was born November 29,1942 in Vulcan, Alberta to Bert & Simone Somerville. He lived, went to school and worked in Vulcan throughout his life. After school he worked at the Alberta Treasury Branch for a few years before a short stint farming. In 1967 he married the love of his life Beth and started their own trucking company. He also ran heavy equipment for various employers until 1976. In 1977 Lee switched careers to become a “cement man”. From pouring concrete basements, footings, driveways and sidewalks to hauling gravel, backhoe and bobcat work to landscaping to snow removal, there was always something to do. Lee spent many hours creating beautiful spaces for his family and friends to enjoy at the family farm and dam. Throughout the years Lee enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, camping, curling, skiing, the occasional rum and collecting everything that someone, somewhere, might need. He was also a member of the Vulcan Legion and Elks Lodge. Lee always had a smile, a sense of humor and a story to share. There are no words to describe how much he will be missed by his family, his friends, and everyone that knew and loved Lee.
Lee passed away Dec 13, 2023 in Calgary AB at the age of 81.
He is survived by Beth, his wife of 56 years, his children Tim (Colette) Hart, Leanne (Bas) Owel, Lana (John) Markwart and Lance (Zoe) Somerville, his 15 grandchildren- Brett (Jordyn), Stefenie (Davidson), Tayler, Danica (Evan), Tanner (Magen), Wyatt, Jaxan, Teagan, Mikyla, Kade, Ben, Treva, Grace, Sadie and Emily , his sister Yvonne, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Lee’s life will be held Friday December 22, 2023 at 1:30 at Vulcan United Church with Sue MacDonald M.D officiating.
Lee’s cremains will return to the place he loved the most, at the farm.
If friends so desire honorariums can be made to the charity of your choice.
Arrangements in care of Vulcan Funeral Home. Telephone 1-403-485-2633. E-mail condolences through www.vulcanfuneralhome.ca We Remember.
Sorry for the passing of Lee. He will be missed by all of the community and people like Lee are hard to replace and will not be replaced in the community……. it leaves a hole that will always be a reminder of the man and a friend that he was to everyone. Our thoughts are with Beth and all the family’s .
Please accept our sincere condolences on Lee’s passing . To Beth and all of the family members ,we are so sorry and as said by many others
we will all miss his smiling presence and positive response to whatever challenge or issue needed to be dealt with at the time. All of my life , I remember seeing him either working with his service clubs or donating time and equipment to the current projects in town .
Our deepest sympathy to you Beth and The Family!
Jan and Heather Rasmussen
That smile, the wave from the gravel truck, the ability to find a way to get things done are going to be missed in this town for sure…
To Beth and family, please accept our sincere condolences at a time of suffering and loss.
Dave, Wanda, Zac and Josh
That smile, the wave from the gravel truck, the ability to find a way to get thigs done are going to be missed in this town for sure…
To Beth and family, please accept our sincere condolences at a time of suffering and loss.
Dave, Wanda, Zac and Josh
We at Go Gravel send our deepest sympathy to the Somerville family. Lee was a great guy and had great conversations at the gravel pit and we will surely miss him.
Jim, Brad, Derin, Andrew
Beth our sincere sympathy to you and your family. He will be missed
So sorry to hear of Lee’s passing. Our hearts are with Beth and family at this time. He was such a nice fellow and will be sorely missed by all.
Uncle Lee will be missed by all. My heart goes out to you all during this difficulty time.
Love Lynne and Jeff
Beth and family, Deepest Sympathy to all of you on the passing of Lee. He was a kind and very hard working man that will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Treasure all the many happy years and memories you have. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
My sympathy to you, Beth. There are no words to ease the pain of this parting, but take strength from the Season of Hope.
Blessings
Rev. Gordon+
My condolences to Beth and the entire Somerville family for the passing of Lee. May your memories keep him near for years to come. I always enjoyed his company whether on the ski hill or after with a small rum. He did projects for me from small to huge jobs like the water plant at the resort with a continuous pour of twenty seven transit loads of concrete. I will always remember the fun we had designing and building a sign for Little Bow Resort; it will last forever. He will be missed!
Beth and Family , so saddened to hear of Lee’s passing. Such a shock. Lee was a pillar of your family a hard working man. Always a smile and friendly man,He will be dearly missed. Keep his memories close to your heart. Take care and God Bless. Ken and Jean
Beth and family please accept my deepest sympathy. At family gatherings I always enjoyed visiting Lee. May good memories fill your hearts.
Diane Nelson
A great loss to family, friends and community. Miss his infectious smile and kind nature.
Beth and family, deepest condolences on your loss. May the beautiful memories you all had with Lee, fill the hole in your hearts at this time. Here’s to a life well lived!
Our deepest sympathies. We have several concrete reminders of Lee! He will be missed by so many.
Edna & Dave
I am so sorry to hear of Lee’s passing. We was always a great man and he will be missed.
Our condolences to your family on the passing of Lee. We wish your family peace during this difficult time.
So sorry for your loss! Condolences to to the Family
Our deepest sympathies for Beth and all the family. Lee will be sorely missed by all of us.
Ron and Karen
Beth, so sorry to hear of Lee,s passing. Condolences.
We are so sorry for your loss. May all the wonderful memories of Lee help comfort you during this sad time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Theo and Lian Owel
My sincere sympathy goes out to Beth and all of Lee’s family at this very sad time!
We are so sorry about hearing of Lee’s passing. If we can do anything please call. Giving you all a Big Hug. He was a great and witty person he will be missed dearly. Darlene Matthews and Bill Herrington