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The Vegreville Composite High School bands, both grade 7, the 8/9 band, and the jazz band all were on the mark with their performances on December 20. (Michael Simpson/Photo)
Michael Simpson Staff Writer VCHS music teacher Bill Simpson’s pupils were a crowd pleaser at their yearend Christmas concert on December 20 with a combination of performances from regular and jazz band groups. The grade 7 band held their own with traditional numbers such as When the Saints Come Marching in and Jingle
Bells while the grade 8/9 band f leshed things out with catchy tunes such as Secret Agent Man and Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer. Extra talent hiding in the wings came out to shine in the form of a vocal solo from Claudia Lillies and some expert solo work from Jillian Rogers on the flute, Zane Kordich on tenor sax See Story............................ Page 3
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St. Mary’s Penny Drive Raises $1500 See page 15 for story
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A.L. Horton students raise hunger awareness
Alysha Melenka and Mikayla Zacharuk presented Joanne Veldkamp, Chair of the Vegreville Christmas Bureau, with a cash donation. (Photo Submitted) On November 30th, the students at A.L. Horton participated in a “Day of Hunger�. This project was the initiative of two students, Alysha and Mikayla, who wanted everyone to understand hunger.
Everyone was asked to bring half of their usual snack and lunch to school and encouraged to bring a donation for the Food Bank or a cash donation for the Christmas Bureau. (Submitted)
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(Top) The Vegreville Composite High School bands delivered a spectacular performance at their year end Christmas concert. (Left) Jillian Rogers had a moment to shine in front of the audience during a flute solo in the jazz band’s performance of Winter Lullaby (Michael Simpson/Photo)
Music teacher Bill Simpson conducts his pupils during the performance with poise and passion. (Michael Simpson/Photo) Claudia Lillies performs a moving solo of “Mary did you know?” (Michael Simpson/ Photo) CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1
and April Siggelkow, while Caleb Baldwin gave a mixture of improved excellence on drums. Using a virtual backup band for certain arrangements added to the dynamic sound of the performances at times, while with other pieces such as The Tempest, the emotional range was captured entirely by the students.
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Julian calendar followers preserve Christmas traditions Rosanne Fortier “Christmas is too commercialized,” is a comment that people frequently mutter. The season isn’t always celebrated this way. Ukrainians, who go by the Julian calendar, hold Christmas festivities on January 7th in a profound and religious matter. There are some other Eastern Orthodox national churches which do this too, which include the Greek, Syrian, Serbian, Bulgarian, Byelorussian and several Ukrainian families who follow the Gregorian calendar who also continue to hold the traditions used for Ukrainian Christmas. The primary tradition is the evening meal, which has twelve Lenten dishes that represent the twelve Apostles. These dishes are usually vegetarian in order to honor the animals that were in the stable with Jesus. Kutya is the first food that is prepared, which usually consist of wheat with crushed poppy seeds, honey, or any ingredients that will make it tasty. Other dishes include fish, nuts, and dried fruits. Every family and person celebrates this occasion differently. After the meal, families sing Christmas carols. In the morning, they attend church and in the after-
noon, some participate in Christmas caroling. At this time, they donate to charities or try to help anyone in need. Greg Kurulok, a Councilor for the Town of Vegreville, explained about how his family celebrates Ukrainian Christmas. “Christmas Eve is January 6, when we have a special Christmas meal that we wait till the first star to eat and then we start supper, which consists of meatless dishes. These are kutya (a poppy seed wheat dish served as an appetizer or dessert), kolach (braided bread with three components, where the concept is that each one represents the Holy Trinity) and there is a lit candle in the centre of this bread, meatless borscht, stuffed salmon or fried fillets (in the prairies we usually have white fish or fresh water fish), pickled herrings, meatless hobubtsi, varenyky (boiled potatoes, sauerkraut or prunes), sauerkraut and peas, board beans or mashed beans, pidpenty (mushrooms with gravy), compote (dried fruit that you cook up), pampushky, makiwnyk (buns with poppy seeds or prunes),” Kurulok noted. “There are no presents exchanged at this time because Ukrainian Christmas is more of a religious holiday.”
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A big thanks to Carillion Canada This letter is to express my deepest appreciation to Dwight Rewega and his dedicated and hardworking staff of Carillion Canada Inc. for the extraordinary highway maintenance. I travel the highway everyday and am very grateful for their efforts these last few weeks of daily snowfall. Buckets of bouquets to you all and I hope you all had a truly wonderful Christmas and the best in 2013. I appreciate all you do! Deb Zaleschuk
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Harper’s highlights for 2012 Government of Canada Prime Minister Stephen Harper issued the following statement highlighting some of the government’s significant accomplishments in 2012: “Throughout 2012, our Government continued to generate results for Canadians both at home and abroad. “First and foremost, we continued to successfully navigate the turbulent global economy in 2012, emerging with some of the strongest job growth numbers among G-7 countries. This was accomplished while reducing the country’s deficit and creating a leaner, more efficient public service. “The international community has taken note of our success this year: Forbes magazine has ranked Canada as number one in its annual review of the best countries for business; for the fifth year in a row, the World Economic Forum has rated Canada’s banking system as the world’s soundest; and both the IMF and OECD expect Canada to be among the strongest growing economies in the G-7 next year. “In 2012 we continued to aggressively pursue trade and investment agreements that will benefit Canadian businesses and families. Canada signif icantly increased its engagement in Asia, joining the TransPacific Partnership trade negotiations; becoming an observer to the Pacific Alliance; concluded foreign investment promotion and protection agreements (FIPA) with China, Senegal and Tanzania; concluding negotiations for the Administrative Arrangement between Canada and India that will allow the implementation of the Nuclear Cooperation Agreement (NCA); launching free trade negotiations with Japan; announcing exploratory free trade talks with Thailand; and expanding the Canada-China Air Transport Agreement. “We also made solid progress on modernizing Canada’s immigration system to make it more proactive, targeted, fast and efficient in a way that will sustain Canada’s economic growth and deliver prosperity for the future. “Our Government also began implementing a plan for Responsible Resource Development that will streamline the review process for major economic projects. This is expected to facilitate more than 600 projects worth as much as $650 billion over the next
10 years. “Additionally, we made significant progress on putting in place infrastructure and other measures across the country, laying the foundation for future growth and prosperity. This includes: supporting projects at Lower Churchill Falls that will generate enormous benefits for the people of Newfoundland and Labrador and Nova Scotia; signing an agreement for the construction of the new Detroit River International Crossing; rolling out the Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund, which will help improve existing community infrastructure across the country; and making real and substantive progress on the Beyond the Border Action Plan and on Regulatory Cooperation with the United States. “We also continued to strengthen our relationship with First Nations, including through commitments made at the historic CrownFirst Nations Gathering; announcing support for First Nation Education to improve school infrastructure and address literacy; and introducing legislation to protect drinking water in First Nation communities. “On the security front, we have taken numerous steps at home to target crime and terrorism and to provide greater support and protection for victims of crime, including new income support for parents of murdered or missing children. Internationally, we continued to work with the United States to enhance border security, and we established a new initiative to support police training and border security in the Americas. With respect to counterterrorism, we witnessed the adoption of Canada’s first Counter-Terrorism Strategy and committed to renewing Canada’s Global Partnership Program to reduce the threat from weapons of See Story.......................... Page 11
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Deerland does their part over Christmas A $416 donation from Deerland to the Vegreville Christmas Bureau was greatly appreciated by bureau Chairperson Joanne Veldkamp. Deerland’s Dave Dinwoodie presented Veldkamp with the cheque just before Christmas. (Michael Simpson/Photo)
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Rosanne Fortier Why do angel ornaments deck the hall at Alclub Bingo Hall on December 19? Christmas décor tablecloths, napkins and candle-lit tables with red, green and white jellybean centerpieces adorned the hall. Conversations filled the air while sparkling, multi-colored lights flickered, adding to the cheer. In the entrance, a Christmas stocking hung that read “I’ve been very, very good,” which described the participants at this Christmas party and was meant to acknowledge via certificates the valuable contributions from all the volunteers that helped organized fundraisers, etc, throughout the year. What does Vegreville Transportation Services Society do? “We supply affordable transportation for seniors and people with special needs by having a voucher system to help pay for half of the taxi fare or we have a handivan that provides subsidized transportation for people who have to go to Edmonton. The only income we have to do this is through grants and fundraisers, so we’re seeking volunteers,” Dwayne Hlady, President and Chairman for VTSS Board explained. “This party is one good way to let volunteers know they’re appreciated because if I ask any of them for help, they are available and willing to do this service.” There were two long standing volunteers present at the party. Shirley Preuss was a person who worked at this position since September 5, 2006, while now she is a semi-retired driver when
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Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard have the equipment they need to be a capable and flexible force for good with the awarding of shipbuilding contracts to both Vancouver Shipyards Co. and Irving Shipbuilding Inc., which will also generate economic benefits on both coasts. “In the coming year, we will work hard to achieve progress on priority issues for Canadians. We are deeply honoured to have been given a majority mandate, and we will continue to meet the needs and expectations of all Canadians, with a focus on promoting jobs, growth and long-term prosperity and the well-being of our citizens.”
needed for emergencies. Not only this she is involved in, her life has been full of service. “I’m an Honoured Royal Lady of the Royal Purple and have been for 50 years. I also volunteered for the Girl Guides of Canada.” When questioned what made her get involved with VTSS, Preuss replied, “I was asked by the person in charge of VTSS at the time, Val Bogen, since I had worked previously with the adult day-support program at the long term care centre and the big handy van bus, which is still ongoing.” “When I retired, I became the alternative driver, Elsie Kisilevich drives one week and I do the other week. We became very compatible because she has been very good at taking over when I go on holidays,” Preuss explained. “Doing this is a busy commitment that fills a void in my life. It’s very rewarding, especially helping citizens in wheelchairs. I jungle appointments and accommodate as many clients as possible.” “I feel appreciated by this organization, clients and the community,” Preuss added. Helen Litwin, Secretary/ Treasurer included her comments also. “I volunteered for VTSS since it started in 2001. VTSS was initiated by Laurie Evans, who worked for FCSS at that time. FCSS recruited me to see if anyone was interested in helping people obtain transportation and to get involved with this organization. Community
members pushed to have this service because they were people who believed this service would help a lot of citizens.” “It was something that was natural for me to do because I worked with adults with developmental delays and I
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News Advertiser Vegreville Regional Museum Located on the site of the internationally renowned solonetzic soils research station of Agriculture Canada (1956-1995), the Museum tells the stories of community life and development, chronicling how Vegreville’s unique social fabric has contributed to the harmony of community life since the 1890’s. The Rt. Hon. Donald F. Mazankowski, P.C. Collection: 25 years of distinguished public service of the former Deputy Prime Minister of Canada. Home of the Vegreville & District Sports Hall of Fame. Open Year Round. June-Aug Tues-Fri 11-6, Sat-Sun 1-5. Sept-May phone for current hours. 1 km east of Vegreville on Hwy 16A. www.vegreville.com (780)632-7650
The Vegreville Kinsmen Club meets every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month at Vegreville Golf Course. Serving the communities greatest needs and making long lasting friendships is our goal. To join or for more information on our club contact Mike Webb 780-632-2666 Are you or someone you know living with a Brain Injury? We can help! The Alberta Brain Injury Initiative provides support, coordination and education for brain injury survivors and their families. For more information on our free services call 1-866-645-3900 Vegreville Wildlife Federation (Alberta Fish and Game Association) holds meetings first Thursday of every month at 7:00pm at the Centennial Hall (Except July and August). V.A.L.I.D. (Vegreville Association for Living in Dignity) provides a variety of programs and services to persons with disabilities. For more information and assistance please call 632-2418. Vegreville Hospitals Auxiliary Society meets third Wednesday of every month, except July & August. Meetings are held in EXECUTIVE MEETING ROOM (St. Joseph’s Hospital) at 7:00p.m. Call 780-632-6323 Tofield AA Meetings held Thursday at 8 p.m. Open meeting every 4th Thursday at 8 p.m. at Bardo Lutheran Church Bsmt 4737 - 57 Ave. For info call 662-3893 AWANA - a Christian club for boys and girls age 3 to grade 6. Meets Thursdays from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Now meeting in the Alliance Church’s new building at 4606-55 Ave.Call 6322261 for more information. Interested in joining Ukrainain singing group. 1 day a week, Starting February 2008 PH: 632-4691 after 6:00pm Royal Purple Lodge #125 meets first Monday of every month, except July & August at elks Hall Contact HRL Shirley Preuss 780-632-3565 or secretary Joyce Porayko 780-632-3830
HISTORICAL VILLAGE & PIONEER MUSEUM AT SHANDRO - located on Hwy 857, midway between Hwy 45 and 28, north of Willingdon. A proud partner of the Kalyna Country Ecomuseum, this open air museum features fourteen major buildings and artifacts from 1900 - 1930. Hours of Operation: Canada Day weekend to Labour Day Weekend, Thurs - Monday from 10:00am - 6:00pm. Closed Tuesday & Wednesday. For more information 780-603-1198. Admission by Donation. Veg-Al Drug Society an Alberta Health Services,community funded agency - Room #217 Provincial Bldg., Vegreville, AB. Out patient counselling services for alcohol & other drug addictions and problem gambling. Office Hrs. - Monday to Friday, 8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone 632-6617. Vegreville Community Daycare is a licensed facility for children ages 13 months to school age. Open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, Mon-Fri. The Daycare has been in operation since 1990 & is run as a not-for-profit organization. To register, or for more information contact Carol Metz at the Daycare at 603-4417 Interested in Pottery? Come out & join the Vegreville Pottery Club. Drop ins every Contact Sheila 780632-4698. Our monthly meetings are held the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 6:30pm at the Pottery Club in the basement of the Chamber Commerce office. For more info please call Shelia 6324698 or Sue 780-764-0997. Please call about pottery classes. Vegreville Peace Park Bookings – Please call Ed Wieclaw 780-6327914 The Vegreville Food Bank is located in the Vegreville Pentecostal Church at 4615 - Maple Street and is open Tuesday mornings 10 am - 12 pm July & August only & Tuesday and Friday mornings from 10 am - 12 pm September to June. Phone 632-6002 The Crisis Association of Vegreville operates a HELPLINE for those who are having difficulties in their lives and need assistance. It is a toll-free, confidential service available to those in the 632-exchange. Phone 6327070.
UCWLC Meetings to be held every third Thursday of each month at Holy Trinity Church Hall at 7 p.m. in Vegreville. Vegreville Ambassador Program Visiting? Considering a move here? New in Town? For anyone who wants information on the community - events, services, facilities -- we’ve got the solution! Vegreville’s “Ambassadors” are trained volunteers eager to show you their Town. To book a complimentary tour, customized to suit your needs, please call 632-2771. The Kinette Club of Vegreville meets every 3nd Wednesday of the month. Joining the Kinette Club is a great way to meet new friends and to get in the community. For more information, please call 632-2848. Viking AA Group meets at the Viking Hospital Multi Purpose Room 8:00 p.m. Wednesday nights. VegMin Learning welcomes learners who are interested in increasing their skill levels (reading, writing, math, and speaking English). Learners enjoy learning in a small group setting or on a 1:1 basis. Computer assistance will be available Friday afternoons for Seniors. Do you have a few hours a week to help someone work on increasing their literacy skills? Volunteer Tutor Training and ongoing support are provided and all volunteers receive discounts on general interest courses. If one/either of these opportunities interest you, call VegMin Learning at 780-632-7920 Floor Curling at 1:00p.m. every Monday & Thursday. Anyone interested please come to the Sunshine Club every Monday & Thursday. 55+ Vegreville Flying Club meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Terminal Building. Oil Wives Club of Vegreville (and surrounding area) is always welcoming new members for fun, fellowship and the fostering of new friendships. We meet once a month at various locations for different activities. If interested please call for more information. Ellen at 780-6324922 or Glenda at 780-592-3889 VegMin Literacy Program offers free, confidential tutoring for adults over 17 needing help with Basic reading, writing and math skills. Phone: 632-7920 for interviews. Everyone is Welcome Prayer House 5729-44A st. Veg. North of St. Joseph Hospital come and share your testimony and hear the gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise. Every Sunday at 10:30 AM. Also I will pray for the sick believing in God for the answer. But God commandeth his Love toward us, in that, while, we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. RO. 5:8 New hope church of God, Edmonton c. for the Nations Int.Veg. Doing God work together for yor good. J. Abelar. Ph. 632-2843
The Vegreville Iron Runners Auto Club invites you to share your interests and ideas in classic & antique vehicles. Join us for our monthly meetings held the 1st Wednesday of the month (except January & August) at 7:30 p.m. at the Vegreville Museum. It is not necessary to own a vehicle. PH: George 632-7729 or Orest 632-3495 AA Meeting in Mundare Sunday’s 7PM Town Building, Conference Room 5128 50th St. Contact Mary 603-7783 Vegreville RC Flyers Clubmonthly meetings are held the 2nd Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the St. Johns Lutheran Church basement, 4513 Maple ST. Anyone interested in radio controlled flying is welcome to attend. Contact Fred 658-2664, Perry 688-3542
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CARD OF THANKS Haying in the 30’s I wish to thank the Haying in the 30’s organization for the most generous donation to me. I truly greatly appreciated it. Gladys Lozowy Thank You Haying in the 30’s cancer support society for your generous donation towards my transportation to Camrose and the W.W. Cross Hospital. Wilma Golinowski
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LINDBALLE, Daniel August 30, 1990- January 4, 2007 In loving memory of our dear grandson Just when his days seemed brightest, Just when his hopes seemed best, God called him from amongst us To his eternal rest. Sadly missed, but God knows best. Always loved and remembered By Grandpa & Grandma Collins
The Vegreville Multicultural Melodiants Entertain every 1st Wednesday at Vegreville Care Centre at 6:00pm, 2nd Wednesday at Heritage House at 6:30 pm, 3rd Wednesday at Homestead Lodge at 6:00 pm and every last Friday at Vegreville Manor at 7:00pm. “Do not sing duing the months of July & August” Rotary Club of Vegreville meets for lunch meetings every Monday at 12pm at VALID 4843-49 St Vegreville. For more information call Jody Nicholson at 780-632-2418 Family and Friends of those who have been affected by someone’s drinking may find help through thefellowship of Al-Anon. NOTE CHANGE; Meetings now held every Monday at 8:00 p.m. at VEGREVILLE PENTECOSTAL CHURCH – 4615 Maple Street. For info write to Box 816, Vegreville, T9C 1R8 or phone Eleanor – 780-632-7506 Willingdon & District Fish & Game Assn. Regular meetings, held every last tuesday off each month (excluding July and August) at 7:30 p.m. at the Willingdon Arena upstairs in the Club Room Everyone Welcome. 341 Mundare Royal Canadian Air Cadets - FREE to join. Join Air Cadets for adventure that will take you from the ground up! Tuesday evenings, 6:15-9:00 p.m. throughout the school year. Youth 12-18 years welcome. Call 341 Squadron at 780-217-6164 or visit us at www.cadets.ca or www. aircadetleague.com. New to town? Join us the 1st Wed of the month for a newcomer’s potluck lunch. 12-1pm. Bring a friend! Bring a dish! Call FCSS 780-632-3966 for locations & info. AA meeting at Lamont United Church every Thursday at 8:30pm. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Starting September 11, 2012 at 5:30 p.m. at St. Johns Lutheran Church. 780-632-7433 or 780-658-2670. New to Town? Join us the 1st Wed of the month for a newcomers potluck lunch 12-1pm. Bring a friend! Bring a dish! Call FCSS 780-3855936 for locations & info.
HNYDYK, Ron In loving memory of Ron Hnydyk Sept. 17, 1938 - Jan. 7, 2011 Missed dearly. Ron will always have a special place in our hearts. Sister in-law Alice Sydora and Family. HNYDUK, Ron In Memory Of Ron Hnydyk Sept. 17, 1938 - January 7, 2011 We think of you often and make no outward show, But what it means to lose you, no one will ever know. You wished no one farewell, not even said good-bye, You were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why. You are not forgotten nor will you ever be, As long as life and memories last, We will remember thee. To some you may be forgotten, to others a part of the past, But to us who loved you dearly, your memories will always last. Nothing can be more beautiful than the memories we have of you. To us, you were someone special, God must have thought so too! If tears could build a staircase and memories a lane, We would walk all the way to Heaven, and bring you back again. Love Jennie, Michelle, Beverly and families SHANK, Neutrine (Alice) May In Memory of our Mother & Grandmother Neutrine (Alice) May Shank May 1, 1933 – January 6, 2010 A special smile, a special face And in our hearts a special place No words we speak can ever say How much we miss you everyday To hear your voice, to see your smile To sit and talk with you a while To be together the same old way Would be our greatest wish today May the winds of love blow softly And whisper so you’ll hear “We will always love and miss you Mom, Grandma, & GG And wish that you were here”. Forever loved, and sadly missed by your children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. FARYNA, Josie Sept. 2, 1929- January 1, 2012 In loving memory of our dear Mother To hear your voice and see your smile To sit with you and talk awhile, To be together in the same old way Would be our greatest wish today. So please God take a message To our precious Mom up above, Tell her we miss her terribly And give her all our love. Loving you and missing you always, Son Ted, daughter Deb and sonin-law Norm
WOLOSCHUK, Pitur July 12, 1900 - January 8, 1981 Deep in our hearts Your memory is kept To love, to cherish Never forget. Deeply missed and forever loved by Woloschuk Family, Together again with wife Mary in 2010. ORLESKY, Sophie In memory of our sister, auntie, great-auntie Sophie Orlesky who passed away on January 7, 2003 He put his arms around you, And lifted you to rest. God’s garden must be beautiful, He always takes the best. He knew that you were suffering, He knew you were in pain, He knew that you would never Get well on earth again. He saw the road was getting rough, And the hills were hard to climb, So he closed your weary eyelids, And whispered “Peace be Thine.” It broke our hearts to lose you. But you didn’t go alone, For part of us went with you, The day God called you home. Forever missed by: William, Nick and Sandra Fasek, Todd, Linda, Jasmine and Diesel Fenske
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CZAR, William (Bill) On December 29, 2012, William Czar of Vegreville, Alberta passed away peacefully at the age of 89 years. Bill will be sadly missed and forever remembered by his loving family, son, Kevin of Edmonton; daughter, Peggy Bienvenue of Vegreville; grandson, Curtis Bienvenue of Vermilion; and two great-grandsons, Corbin and Deacun. He is also survived by two brothers, Dan and Nick; one sister, Thelma Leschenko; numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Bill was predeceased by his loving wife, Olga in 2004; brother, John; and two sisters, Mary Boychuk and Kay Hillerud. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, January 4, 2013 at 9:30 a.m. at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. Vladimir in Vegreville with Reverend Father Michael Maranchuk officiating. Interment to follow in Riverside Cemetery, Vegreville. In lieu of floral tributes, memorial donations may be made to the Vegreville Care Centre Patients Comfort Society or to a Charity of one’s choice. Fedun’s Funeral Chapel, 780-632-3822 An Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial.
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January 7, 2013 PARANYCH, Alex On January 1, 2013 Mr. Alex Paranych of Vegreville, formerly of Innisfree, passed away at the age of 88 years. Alex is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Victoria; son, Henry; daughter, Pauline (Russ) Kratky; six grandchildren, Ashley (Joe), Nicole (friend, Adam), Cecil, Melanie (Alex), Derek (friend, Leah), and Candace (friend, Dale); and six great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his parents, Klem and Katherine; son-in-law, Ken; three sisters; and seven brothers. Funeral service Saturday, January 5, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. at Vegreville United Church, 5126-48 Avenue, Vegreville. Reverend Carolyn Woodall officiating with interment in Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to W.W. Cross Cancer or charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, visit www. parkmemorial.com PARK MEMORIAL LTD. VEGREVILLE 780-632-2000 FAMILY OWNED FUNERAL HOME MARTIN, Jessie On December 18, 2012 Mrs. Jessie Martin of Lakewood, Colorado, formerly of Innisfree, passed away at the age of 90 years. Jessie is survived by brothers, Fred (Gloria) Sen and Mike Sen; brother-in-law, Jack Powley; sister-in-law, Gloria V.Sen; nieces, Carol (David) Haertig, Zenovia (Rick) Lazaruik, Sylvia Sen and Olivia Sen; nephews, Jeff Powley, Johnny (Nikki) Sen, Darcy (Jana) Sen, Arnold (Jennifer) Sen, David (Christel) Sen, and Ken (Jane) Saik. Predeceased by her husband, Robert; her parents, William and Mary; brothers, Edward and Victor; and sisters, Anne, Violet, and Sophie. Funeral service Friday, January 4, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. at St. John’s Baptist Russo Orthodox Church, 5527-49 Street, Vegreville. Very Reverend I. Kisil officiating with interment in Riverside Cemetery, Vegreville. To send condolences, visit www. parkmemorial.com PARK MEMORIAL LTD. VEGREVILLE 780-632-2000 FAMILY OWNED FUNERAL HOME
CHARUK, Nellie The family of Nellie Charuk of Vegreville, Alberta announces her sudden passing on Thursday, December 27, 2012 at the age of 86 years. Nellie is survived by her loving family, her husband of 65 years, Marshall; one son Raymond (Olga); two daughters Gloria (Allen) Stefiuk and Christine (Frank) Hersey; four grandchildren Nadine (Doug), Orysia, Neil and Emma; three sisters Catherine (Tom) Ursuliak, Elizabeth (Andy) Nicoli and Alice Litynsky; one sister in law Peggy Martin; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Nellie was predeceased by her parents Wasyl and Annie Zaporozan; one brother Steve; one sister Mary (Mike) Kozniuk; one brother in law Gene Litynsky. A Prayer Service was held on Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. Vladimir in Vegreville, Alberta. A Funeral Service was held on Thursday, January 3, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at the Holy Dormition of St. Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Church – Sich-Kolomea. Reverend Father Michael Maranchuk officiated and the interment followed in the Sich-Kolomea Church Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Sich-Kolomea Church. Autumn Rose Funeral Home Ltd.,Vegreville,780-603-5800.
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TRAUDT, Klara The family of Klara Traudt of Vegreville is sorrowed to announce her passing. Klara Traudt (nee Esslinger) was born in Kloetstiz, Bessarabia, Romania on March 1, 1931, and passed peacefully on January 1, 2013. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Peter, and four children; Karin (Les) Schubert , Larry (Gail), Loretta, and Rosemarie; grandchildren, Alixandra, Gordon, Jessica, Teresa, Patrick, Clay, Tyrell, Cole, Charlene, Mary, Albert, Eric, and their spouses, and a great grandson, Benton; daughter in law Charlene. Klara was predeceased by her son Raymond and at a very young age, her parents, Daniel and Olga Esslinger; her Uncle Jacob and Aunt Emma Weippert, with whom she lived after the death of her parents and with whom she immigrated to Canada from Germany in 1951, along with her numerous cousins, and other relatives. She lived first in Taber, then in the area of Bruce, where she met Peter. They married in 1952, and farmed just outside of Vegreville for many years, until they retired to Vegreville in 1996. Klara was for many years an active member of the Emmanuel Evangelical Missionary Church and especially the Ladies Aid Group. She also assisted her children with their 4-H Club activities. Klara was a hard worker and did everything she could for her family. She had a passion for gardening and always had a bountiful large garden. She was a wonderful cook but baking was her passion. Throughout her life, Klara always put her family first. We were blessed to have you in our lives and will miss you always. “We cannot, Lord, Thy purpose see, But all is well that’s done by Thee.” A Public Viewing will be held on Friday, January 4, 2013 from 7-9 p.m. at Autumn Rose Funeral Home (5036-51 Ave.) in Vegreville, Alberta. An Interment Service will be held on Saturday, January 5, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. at the Emmanuel Evangelical Missionary Church Cemetery (Holden Road to SH626 East to Range Road 150. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 5, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at the Vegreville Alliance Church (4606-55 Ave.). If family and friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the “Rocky Mountain College” or to the “Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation.” Autumn Rose Funeral Home Ltd.,Vegreville,780-603-5800.
ZUBRESKI, Nestor It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Nestor Zubreski of Vegreville, Alberta on January 3, 2013 at the age of 82 years. Nestor is survived by his loving wife Helen; one brother Orest (Melitta); one sister Lelia (Lil) ZubritskyMiller; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Nestor was predeceased by his parents Joseph and Annie; infant brother Bohdan; one sister Elsie Wirsta. A Prayer Service will be held on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. Vladimir in Vegreville, Alberta where a Funeral Service will also be held on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. with Reverend Father Michael Maranchuk and Reverend Father Cornell Zubritsky officiating. Interment to follow in Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. Vladimir. Autumn Rose Funeral Home Ltd.,Vegreville,780-603-5800.
needed this service,” Litwin included. “My roles in this volunteer committee are taking minutes, keeping track of the books and paying the employees.” “The purpose of this organization is to ensure the community has transportation that is affordable and accessible. It is a really important and valuable service because it meets the needs of a variety of our citizens. We want people to be aware of it and we need more volunteers,” Litwin added. After this, volunteers were treated to a meal of turkey with gravy and buns, salads, perogies, cabbage rolls, desserts that would satisfy any-
Front row (left to right) Victor Deal, Donna Deal, Elsie Mudryk, Shirley Preuss Back row(left to right) Dwayne Hlady, Marie Eliuk, Grace Andruk, Rose Blasak, Rose Zaparyniuk. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)
Kisilevich, Elsie Kisilevich, Marlene Podoborozny, Rose Zapar yniuk, Shirley Humble, Rose Plaska, Elsie Mudryk, Marshall Triska and Vegreville & District
Co-op. Some of these citizens were not present at the party but they will receive their certificate. Christmas cards were also handed out to board members also.
Front row (left to right) Pauline Korpan, Mary Banack, Marlene Podobonozny Back row (left to right) Mary Leonty, Leda Rohatychuk, Dwayne Hlady, Helen Litwin. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)
one’s imagination and beverages. When they finished feasting, Hlady applauded, while everyone followed. He thanked the cooks, Murray and Joanne Huculak from Baba’s kitchen. “I think we would all agree that the meal was fantastic,” Hlady added. Joanne Huculak, had something else up her sleeve. She asked everyone to sit close together. “It was an honor to serve you in here. We have a tradition where my family plays the left/right game at Christmas.” Participants passed wrapped presents back and forth according to what Joanne said in a story where if a person heard the word left, they passed it to the person on the left, etc. In the process, they had to be attentive because Joanne said this quickly. Burst of laughter circulated around too and everyone received a gift at the end that they showed off. The next game had two teams where one person was the captain that sits down and the other three members had pantyhose. They received a balloon that they had to blow up and then put three balloons in each pantyhose. Bells and a flashing red light were attached to the end of the nose. The person sitting down received this while everyone sang, “Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer.” Then everyone was invited to go in two even lines where participants had to take the wrapping off a chocolate kiss with oven mitts and return to place the kiss in the person’s mouth that is behind them and then give them a kiss on the cheek. The line that did this the quickest
won but everyone received a prize in the end. There was a door prize of an Elegance Acrylic Sleigh with reindeer, which was donated by Hlady. Donna Deal won this prize. Certificates of Appreciation were handed out then to Rebecca Henry, Jane Marko, Mary Leonty, Edna Rawluk, Grace Andruk, Leda Rohat ynchuk, Kevin
Church Directory Pobida Seventh-Day Adventist Church 2km West of Beauvallon on Alberta Highway 45. Church Phone 780-366-3883. Services every Saturday, Bible Study at 10:00 am. Divine Worship at 11:30 am. St. John Lutheran Church 4513 Maple St., Vegreville. Family Worship at 11:00am, Education Hour at 9:45 am. For more information concerning Ladies Group, Youth Group, Choir, etc. call office at 780-632-3207. St. Martin of Tours Roman Catholic Church 5437 - 43 St., Vegreville. Fr Nilo Macapinlac. Phone 780-632-3272. All Saturday’s 4:30 pm. Sunday’s 1st and 3rd 9:00am, 2nd and 4th 11:15 am. 5th Sunday in a month no mass. December 24, 10:30pm, December 25, 9:00am, January 1, 11:00am
To advertise in the Church Directory please call our office at (780) 632 2861
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Lisa Topilko Volunteer Services Coordinator Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) invited all those involved in three community programs to a Christmas Social at the Library Dec. 11. Friendly Visitor volunteers and their ‘visitees’, Meals on Wheels clients and volunteer drivers, and Subsidized Housekeeping clients and workers gathered around the fireplace for visiting and delicious snacks. Everyone had a chance to meet some new people and also catch up with some old friends. Heather Siggelkow and Jodi Chadney, FCSS programmers, were pleased to thank everyone present for their involvement in our programs, and especially to recognize the volunteers who strengthen this community with their
We took time to sincerely say, “Thank you, and farewell!” to Joyce Ziegler who retired after 25 years and 8 months as a volunteer driver with the Meals on Wheels program. She and her husband, Dave, have contributed very much to local shut-ins over the years and we are truly grateful. Pictured here is Joyce Ziegler (right) with Lisa Topilko, Meals on Wheels coordinator.
efforts. Door prizes were an added bonus! The Lions Club, represented by John Sawiak, took part in the celebration, too. This service club generously provides the disposable containers for the Meals on Wheels
program. Costs to the clients are thereby kept affordable. Thanks also go to Marion Baxandall, a volunteer driver who recycles the aluminum containers for the Royal Purple Fund for Children.
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The spirit of Christmas is alive at St. Mary’s School. In December, the Student Council organized a penny drive homeroom challenge to raise money for the Christmas Bureau. The enthusiasm and generosity of the students and staff towards this project resulted in a successful fundraiser of $1538.00! Pictured is Caitlyn Achtymichuk, Kelsey Beaudette (St. Mar y’s Co-Student Council Presidents) and the Christmas Bureau Chairperson Joanne Veldkamp. (Caitlyn Achtymichuk / Submitted)
St Mary’s penny drive raises $1500 for Christmas Bureau
Vegreville Garden Club Xmas potluck meeting Vegreville Garden Club President Fran Lazarowich presided over our Xmas gathering. Our guest speaker possessed a PhD in veterinarian toxicology and gave an interesting and educational presentation on plant toxicology which included herbs. The ladies learned about our gardens and houseplants. A lovely potluck dinner
Finding your local Coop has never been easier Federated Co-operatives Limited Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) and members of the Co-operative Retailing System (CRS) across Western Canada are excited to announce the launch of the retail Co-op CRS app for mobile devices. The Co-op CRS app allows you to access location information, services available and hours of operation for 2,000 retail Co-op locations in 500 communities from Vancouver Island to northwestern Ontario. Co-op’s 1.5 million individual members and its many more non-member daily customers can simply go to their mobile device’s app store and search for the words Co-op CRS to download the app.
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The free Co-op CRS app allows you to: -See Co-op locations on a map and get directions to those locations from your current position. -Mark your favourite Co-op locations for quick reference. -Access a “notes” section to store your Co-op membership number or shopping list. - Link to the online flyers for your favourite Co-op locations (the “Flyers” option currently functions using the same online flyer as the coopconnection.ca website, and will be optimized for viewing on mobile devices in the near future). “The Co-op CRS app is
designed to provide convenient information on and navigation to Co-op locations such as gas bars/convenience stores, food stores, agro centres, and home and building supplies centres, and access to current flyers,” says FCL’s Faramarz Farahani, Vice President, Information Technology. “Coop members and customers are encouraged to tell their family, friends and neighbours about the launch of the Co-op CRS app and reference it in their Twitter, Facebook and other social media accounts.” The Co-op CRS app was developed in partnership with Saskatoon-based
CollegeMobile, an awardwinning mobile app developer that has produced over 45 apps for more than 30 clients in the retail, finance, health care and entertainment sectors. “CollegeMobile is to be congratulated for their customer service and expertise in development of the Coop CRS app and in capturing the uniqueness of our organization in the Western Canada marketplace,” says Farahani. CollegeMobile’s CEO Chad Jones says, “The Coop CRS app was an exciting project for us to work on. It is ref lective of Co-op’s presence in so many communities and its diverse product offerings, both which are unparalleled in Western Canada.”
was enjoyed by all, after which President Fran presided over her meeting – a raffle was held from the members. The Garden Club members also contributed 58 pounds to the food bank. The best seeds are the ones sown from our gardens. Our next herb meeting will be our annual meeting on Monday January 25.
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