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MICKLICH, Johnny May 20, 1929 - June 26, 2005 In memory of our Uncle Johnny who passed away sixteen years ago. We little knew that morning God was going to call your name, In life we loved you dearly In death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you You did not go alone, For part of us went with you The day God called you home. You left us with beautiful memories Your love is still our guide, And although we cannot see you You are always at our side. Our family chain is broken And nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one The chain will link again. Lovingly remembered by Terry, Shauna, Caylib, Joshua and Zachary Micklich
SHARUN, Cody Perry November 22, 2002- June 14, 2021 With broken hearts we announce the passing of our precious son Cody at the tender age of 18. Cody will always be fondly remembered, cherished and deeply missed by his parents Brent and Dawn, sister Chelsea, Baba Verna Sharun, Grandmother Linda Hendrix and special friend Sammy. He will be greeted at heavens gates by his Gido Peter Sharun and Grandfather Richard Hendrix. Cody will be missed by his 6 aunties, 4 uncles, numerous cousins, extended family, friends, classmates, teachers and coworkers. Our final farewell and celebration of Cody’s life will be held at Autumn Rose on June 28, 2021. Interment to follow at St. Peter and Paul’s Ukrainian Catholic Church Cemetery. Please follow this link to attend Cody’s service virtually on Monday, June 28, 2021, at 11 am https://youtu.be/ fjznpqGpiHk “And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast”. 1 Peter 5:10 In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Cornerstone Counselling - https://cornerstonecounselling.com/donate/ or to the Mundare Fire Department. To send condolences please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE, 780-603-5800
NEDBALUK, Kathleen (nee Sorochan) July 10, 1937 – June 7, 2021 It is with great sadness that the family of Kathleen Nedbaluk announces her passing on June 7, 2021, at the age of 83. Kathleen is survived by her sister Olga (Paul) Scherba; along with numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband James on May 16, 2003; parents Peter and Julia Sorochan; four brothers Bill, Steve, John, and Nick; four sisters Mary, Jean, Elizabeth, and a sister in infancy Olga. Kathleen was born in Musidora, Alberta, and was a loving wife, sister, and aunt to all who knew her. A private Funeral Service will be held at Evergreen Funeral Home on June 26, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. with Very Reverend Don Bodnar officiating. Interment to follow in Evergreen Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations in memory of Kathleen, may be made to the Dormition of the Virgin Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Church - Musidora, Alberta, which she loved to attend, or to the charity of one’s choice. Kathleen, we will always love you and never forget you. May you rest in peace. AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE, 780-603-5800
OBITUARY
OBNOWSKI, Sophia February 14, 1929 – June 16, 2021 On Wednesday, June 16, 2021, Sophia Obnowski, formerly of Wostok, Alberta, peacefully passed away at the Rosehaven Care Centre in Camrose, at the age of 92 years. Sophia is survived by her loving daughter Linda (Richard) Stefanyk; three grandchildren and their families Denise (Sheldon) Ostapowich and their children Nicole, Ashley and Brett: Dr. Douglas Stefanyk: and Delaine (Cole) Needham along with their children Kaden, Madison and Lincoln; along with numerous relatives and friends. Sophia was predeceased by her husband Walter; daughter in infancy; son Rodney; parents Demetro and Tillie Koroluk along with numerous siblings. A Private Funeral Service will be held at Autumn Rose Funeral Home in Vegreville, Alberta with Fr. Alexios Surayev officiating. Inurnment to follow in the St. John The Baptist Russo Orthodox Church Cemetery– Chipman. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE, 780-603-5800
CARD OF THANKS
LOWE, Ronald The family of Ronnie Lowe would like to sincerely thank so many people. Rev. Pamela Milton for a lovely service; Patti, Gordon & Victoria at Autumn Rose for their professional understanding, patience and guidance; the videographer for a job well done and Flowerland for their understanding help. Thank you to the pallbearers and Salem United Church Cemetery Committee. Thank you for all the prayers, memorial donations, food, flowers, cards, condolences and phone calls. Thank you everyone at the Vegreville Care Centre and friends at Parkview Manor. The support and love of everyone is greatly appreciated. May the Lord bless all of you. Sincerely, Elaine, Janelle, Miles & Families
Buffalo Trail Public Schools June Update Buffalo Trail Public Schools Submitted June continues to be a busy month in our schools. Year-end activities, like all other activities this year, are looking a bit different; however, schools are planning and celebrating events in different ways. BTPS sends congratulations to all of our 2021 BTPS Graduates. This school year may not be what a graduate imagines their last year of school to look like, but a Grade 12 graduation is still an event to be celebrated. It signifies a milestone in the life of our students. Most of our schools have already planned and celebrated their graduations keeping to the AHS guidelines and we will see the remainder schools celebrate in the summer. This year we have an Orange Shirt Day T-shirt Design Contest. Katrin Heim, Innovation Coach, and the Park Plains East ATA Diversity Equity and Human Rights Committee planned this division contest. This contest promotes and supports Orange Shirt Day. Orange Shirt Day recognizes the harm done to generations of children by Indian Residential Schools and is an affirmation of our commitment to ensure that Every Child Matters. Orange Shirt Day also recognizes our commitment to reconciliation, anti-racism and anti-bullying in general. BTPS lowered our flags in shared grief and to pay our respects to the children of the Kamloops Residential School,
Flags were lowered to half-mast to pay respect to the children of the Kamloops Residential School, their families and communities. (Buffalo Trail Public Schools/Submitted Photo)
their families and communities. Our thoughts are with the families, the communities, residential school survivors and all who mourn. We honoured the 215 Indigenous children, their families, and survivors with a moment of silence within our BTPS Schools and facilities. We wish all of our students, families, and staff a safe and fun summer.
Talk of the Town on Stage Two of Alberta Reopening Plan Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent On June 10, Alberta moved into Stage Two of Alberta COVID-19 reopening plan. This means dining in is allowed at restaurants, adult and youth sports can resume, movie theatres can be open, fitness centers are reopened and more. When I asked citizens of Vegreville and area how they felt about this, I received the following responses. Kim Dimmock said Alberta should open it all and be done with it. “An extra 1.5 percent isn’t going to make any difference at all.”
Bryan Maynard said when they counted the amount of people who were vaccinated to decide when to go to Stage Two; they neglected to count the people who got vaccinated in the states. “I spend my winters in the states including last winter. I wasn’t asked on the app or by anyone since my return if I’d gotten my vaccination. That means our percentage of people who got vaccinated is higher than they’re counting. “With so few cases in the province, I don’t see why we are moving so slowly towards reopening when much more densely populated areas with less vaccination rates are far ahead of us in reopening.
“Premier Kenney blocking Northcotts rodeo but allowing stampede to go didn’t gain him any support,” added Bryan. Shelley Marie Berry said she is thrilled that youth can participate in outdoor sports! “I’m also happy for our small businesses (restaurants, fitness centres, and our theatre) that can finally start to recover. The seniors have also been hit hard and I’m sure they’re looking forward to going for coffee and socializing again. It’s been an extremely difficult time for everyone and I’m happy that we are finally moving forward.”
