In Memory

Guilhermina Silva

February 24, 1943 - December 22, 2021

Guilhermina Silva (née Gaspar), was born on February 24, 1943, in Vermoil, Portugal and died on December 22, 2021. Her burial service was held at Mount Hamilton Cemetery in Hamilton, ON and her memorial service at College Heights Adventist Church, Lacombe, AB. Guilhermina, at an early age loved Jesus and served her local Catholic Church every week as lead chorister, inviting through song, the neighbouring village to attend. After marrying Herminio, they immigrated to Canada and settled in Hamilton, and later Ancaster, ON. As an immigrant unable to speak the language, she began to seek for God in every church. After two years of searching, she read an Adventist magazine that came to the house and upon calling the number for prayer she was directed to the Hamilton Mountain Adventist Church where she studied with Gloria Lawson and was baptized. Later, her children and husband, followed. She lovingly served her church through special music, cooking classes, floral arrangements and most importantly as deaconess all the while witnessing for Jesus everywhere she went. She moved to Lacombe to be closer to her daughter, son in-law and grandchildren and attended the College Heights church before her passing. She was predeceased by her spouse, Herminio da Silva. Surviving: daughter, Annabelle of Ancaster, ON; daughter, Sandra (Tederick) of Lacombe, AB; sister, Gracinda of Bordeira, São Braz d’Alportel, Portugal; two grand children, Stephen, and Bethel; and many nieces and nephews in Europe. — By Sandra Deer

Scott Lyle Martin of Red Deer, Alberta passed away in Red Deer on Sunday, October 23, 2022, at the age of 39 years. Scott was blessed with many friends that he managed to remain close with over the years. He enjoyed an active lifestyle, and was an avid participant in sports, always a fan cheering on his favorite teams. Scott was tall and strong, always ready to help and protect anyone in need. His heart was gentle, kind, and caring. He loved people, social events and would always go the extra mile for anyone.

Scott L. Martin

December 6, 1982 - October 23, 2022

His life was impacted in a spiritual way by his relationship with Janeth, the love of his life, and many good memories were made while they planned a lifetime together. His family and friends have been left a void that can never be filled. Scott will be lovingly remembered by his fiancé, Janeth Vasquez, his precious daughters, Loranna and Alandra, his parents, Dennis and Susan, his sister, Lisa (Derek) Nadeau, his nephew, Morris, his niece, Aspen and numerous family members. —By Janeth Vasquez