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Robert (Bob) William Hanrahan October 12, 1925 ~ March 6, 2022 Robert (Bob) William Hanrahan was born on October 12, 1925. He grew up in Daysland under the watchful eye of his parents, Bill and Ann Hanrahan. Bob lived a life full of sports, travel, and time with family and friends until his passing on March 6, 2022, which was the same day as Norma’s birthday. Bob did his schooling in Daysland, and he worked in the Post Office alongside his dad, who was the Postmaster. When WW2 broke out, Bob enlisted in the Navy and was sent to Quebec, where he served in the military post office. After he was discharged, he returned to Daysland. When his dad retired in 1956, he became the new Postmaster. On February 23, 1949, he married Norma Kvittem and that loving relationship lasted for 58 years, until Norma’s passing in 2007. In 1958, Bob and Norma welcomed their first son Jim into their home, and the family became complete with the arrival of their second son David in 1961. They resided in the living quarters above the post office until Bob’s parents passed away in 1971. They then moved to the family home, where Bob lived until 2019. Throughout his lifetime, Bob was very active in the community. He played a pivotal part in rebuilding the Golf Course in 1949, spent 48 years with the Fire Department, and 19 years as Chief; helped to organize the ambulance service and drove for 20 years; was a Legion member for over 70 years; was a lifetime member of the Curling Club; was a town councilor and served as a funeral director for over 70 years, having started at the ripe old age of 16! He was honoured in 2011 at a DaysArts concert for his longtime service to the community. In 2012, he was awarded the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal for significant contributions to his community and country. These are only some of the achievements he attained during his lifetime. He remained active with several organizations well into his 80s. Bob started playing hockey with the Daysland Northstars at age 14 and continued for 25 years. He finished his hockey career playing with the Camrose Maroons and the Goodtimers. He was honoured by the Northstars when they retired his #10 jersey. Even after his hockey days were done, he continued to skate and also floor curled at the Sunbeam Centre in his 80s. In 2019, Bob made the decision to sell his home and move to Providence Place. He had nothing but good things to say about his new home, especially the staff and the food! Then, in October 2021, his health declined and he spent four months in Daysland Hospital, where both he and his family so appreciated the care and compassion he received from the staff. He moved to Bethany Meadows on March 2, 2022, but sadly, just as he was settling in, he passed away a few days later. Bob was a strong, kind, steady presence in the lives of his family and will be sorely missed. He was such an important part of birthdays, reunions, weddings, and our daily lives. We were so lucky to have him with us for so many years. Bob will be forever remembered and sorely missed by his sons Jim (Holly Bailey), and Dave (LeeAnne); grandchildren Melanie (Ryan) Cornforth, and Kristin (Adam) Johnson; great-grandchildren Rhyelle, Rowan, Avery, Hudson, and Parker; brother Bill; sister Linda (Brian) Spiller; nieces and nephews, Neil (Tanya) Spiller, Shannon (Jayden) Brandt, Colin Spiller; Dean (Deanna), Scott (Sandra), Mark, and Shauna Hanrahan; Wayne (Shannon) Hanrahan, and Karen (Darrell) Strain; as well as his many friends and great-nieces and great-nephews. Bob was predeceased by his wife Norma; parents Bill and Ann Hanrahan; brother Ron Hanrahan; and sisters-in-law Dianne and Janette Hanrahan. Rest in Peace, Bob. A Funeral Service was held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 10, 2022, from Our Lady of the Prairies Roman Catholic Church, Daysland, officiated by the Rev. Brian Hunter. Interment has taken place in the Daysland Cemetery. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Bob’s memory may be made to Daysland Hospital Foundation, Daysland Providence Place, or to the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.
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Annette Marie Nowakowski January 22, 1953 ~ March 6, 2022 Annette Marie Nowakowski of Camrose, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022 at the age of 69 years. Annette was born on January 22, 1953 in Camrose, Alberta, to Jennie and Lennart Nordin. Annette grew up on the Nordin family farm and went to school in Hay Lakes until age 12, when she and her mom moved to Camrose, where she graduated at the Camrose Composite High School. Annette worked for Alberta Government Telephones for many years and commuted to Edmonton working for Telus for a year. Annette’s caring nature brought her to be a companion for seniors, and her social personality lead her to driving a taxicab for a few years, learning every passenger’s life story. Annette married the love of her life Jan Nowakowski on July 22, 1972. Annette and Jan welcomed their eldest son Shawn, followed by their daughter Jennie, and another son Jan to complete their family. The family enjoyed many trips together including Spokane, Coeur d’Alene and Disneyland, to name a few. Annette was the heart of the family, always ensuring family dinners routinely took place and making everyone feel special on their birthdays. The joys of Annette’s life were her four grandchildren: Lillie, Ella, Huxley and Hayze. Annette had such an outgoing personality and made the most of every interaction she had with every person she encountered. Everyone left feeling a little more special after talking with Annette. Left to cherish her memory are her husband Jan, her children Shawn (Chelsi), Jennie, Jan (Jocelyn); her grandchildren Lillie, Ella, Huxley and Hayze; sister-in-law Marg; sister Joanne; brother Lance (Marge); and numerous nieces and nephews. Annette was predeceased by her father Lennart Nordin; her mother Jennie Nordin; her father-in-law Leszek Nowakowski; her mother-in-law Maria Nowakowski; and her brother Eldon Nordin. A funeral service was held on Friday, March 11, 2022, at Messiah Lutheran Church. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Annette’s memory may be made to the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation or the Camrose Food Bank. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.
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