SARAH GWENDOLYN (GWEN) PARK
May 13, 1917 - June 20, 2010
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandma, great-grandma, aunt and friend on June 20, 2010, at the age of 93. She is survived by her two loving daughters, Jerry Olsen and Peggy (Kevin) Kelly; sons-in-law, John (Gilda) Fode and Dean Osgood; grandchildren, Cory (Bernice) Fode, Jay (Pam) Fode, Robyn (Dan) Sykes, Tami (Mike) Oliphant, Jacki (Dave) Oliphant, Jacqueline (Bo) Osgood and Audra Osgood; great - grandchildren, Kyle, Cole and Jadyn Fode; sister-in-law, Lil Lewis; cousins, Dilys (Doug) Mitchell as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents; three brothers; five sisters; her devoted husband, Jack Park, as well as two cherished daughters, Gwen Fode and Kim Osgood. Mom was an extremely generous, caring and lovely lady. She always welcomed anyone into her home and made sure that they left well fed and with a smile on their face. She was a woman of virtue and integrity, and she treated everyone with fairness and respect. Mom was an avid hockey fan and her Tigers and Oilers gave her hours of enjoyment. She was passionate about her garden, flowers and yard. Mom was very fond of pets, and she enjoyed cooking and providing her family, friends and neighbours with baking, homemade jams and preserves. She loved board games and spent hours with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren playing cards. She was very involved in politics and committed to her church life. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, June 25, 2010, between 7:00 P.M. and 9:00 P.M. Gwen’s life celebration will be held at the All-Saints Anglican Church, 606 - 12 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, June 26, 2010, at 11:00 A.M. with interment following at Hillside Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Gwen’s name may be made directly to the charity of one’s choice.

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SARAH PARK
1917 - 2010
Mrs. Sarah Gwendolyn Park, beloved wife of the late John “Jack” Park passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Sunday, June 20, 2010 at the age of 93 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon completion

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HELEN PIRSCH
1916 - 2010
Helen Pirsch of Medicine Hat passed away on Wednesday, May 26, 2010, at the age of 93 years. She was predeceased by her husband, Peter in 1983; son, John in 1980 and daughter, Margaret in 1997. Helen leaves to cherish her memory: daughter, Shirley Eswick of Swift Current, SK., Patricia Baumann of Medicine Hat and Theresa (Jake) Klassen of High River, AB. as well as eight grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. Helen was born in St. Anne, Manitoba on August 12, 1916. After getting married, Helen and Peter moved to Gull Lake, SK. and farmed there for a time. After leaving the farm, Helen lived in numerous other places throughout British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan. During her later years, she resided at the Good Samaritan followed by a move to the Sunnyview area at South Country Village here in Medicine Hat. Helen did a-lot of volunteer work for the Red Cross, donating her skills and time knitting and quilting. A Celebration of Helen’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Tuesday, June 1, 2010, at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson officiating. A Private Interment will take place at a later date in Creston, B.C.

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PAUL PFLUGHAUPT
1946 - 2010
Mr. William Paul Pflughaupt passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Thursday, April 22, 2010 at the age of 63 years. Paul’s life was his family and his deep love for them will be honoured with a private gathering of family and friends. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Paul’s name may be made directly to the Medicine Hat Cancer Clinic, 666 - 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6, the Palliative Care Society, 666 - 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6 or to the charity of your choice.

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EDNA PENNYCOOK
December 12, 1926 - April 20, 2010
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Edna Meryl Pennycook, beloved wife of the late Bill Pennycook. She passed away peacefully with her family by her side on April 20, 2010 at the age of 83 years. Edna leaves to cherish her memory, three children, Don (Carol) Pennycook of Montreal, Lorraine (Len) Olson and Dianne (Curt)
Lundquist of Medicine Hat; grandsons, Aaron (Jody) Oland, Mark (Carrie) Lundquist of Medicine Hat, Jay Oland (Sheila) and Jared Olson of Montreal. “G.G.’s” pride and joy were her five great-granddaughters, Michaela, Rayleen and Jorja Lundquist and Mia and Meika Oland; two step-granddaughters, Judy (Bruce) Nygaard and Jerri (Clayton) Gainer and their families. She is also survived by sisters-in-law, Anne Walker, Doris Corigall, Dorothy (Harry) Sweitzer along
with two special nephews, Thomas and Jim Bob Walker; a special niece, Debra Sweitzer as well as numerous other nieces and nephews. Besides her loving husband, Bill (1993), Edna was predeceased by her mother, Doris (1949); father, Floyd (1977) and a brother Stan Walker (2004).
Edna was born in the Woolchester district on December 12, 1926 and lived on the family farm in the Pashley area. After completing school she served in the CWAC and was stationed in Ottawa. She returned to the Suffield base where she met Bill and were later married on August 30, 1947. They made their home in Ralston to raise their three children until 1964. When they moved to Medicine Hat Edna was employed with Horne & Pitfield. She loved to travel, visiting 9 European countries, as well as Thailand, Hawaii, Mexico, Australia and the U.S. She enjoyed going to dances, playing cards, curling, seniors softball and bowling. She volunteered her time with the VON, Moose
Lodge, Royal Canadian Legion and the Hospital Auxiliary. Mom fought a seven month battle against cancer with courage and dignity, never losing her sense of humor. At Edna’s request, a Graveside Service will be held in the Field of Honor at Hillside Cemetery on Monday, April 26, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor George Brandt officiating. Those wishing to attend the graveside service are asked to join the funeral procession which will depart from Cook Southland Funeral Chapel at 10:45 a.m. on the day of the service. In lieu of flowers if friends so desire, memorial tributes in Edna’s name may be made directly to the Palliative Care Society, 666 - 5th Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6.


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RITA PACHAN
1935 ~ 2010
Mrs. Rita Maria Pachan, beloved wife of Mr. Klaus Reinhold Pachan, passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital while surrounded by her family on February 10, 2010, at the age of 74 years. Rita will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 52 years, Klaus; children: Monika, Matthias, Uwe, Michael (Crystal); seven grandchildren: Jared, Zachary, Logan, Cameron, Taylor, Maria, Rachel; one brother and two sisters in Germany: Peter Maier (Rita Sohn), Ingrid (Konrad) Adam, Hildegund Sauter; brother-in-law, Heinz (Marilyn) Pachan and their daughter, Joanne (Richard) Lavoie, along with their family, Dillon, Cassandra and Adrian as well as numerous nieces and nephews in Germany. Rita was predeceased by her parents, Anna and Franz, and son-in-law, Keith Berge. Rita’s life will be honoured through the proceedings of a private family celebration to be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel with Reverend Father John L. Maes Celebrant. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Rita’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Rd., S.E., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 1Z8.

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VIOLA PETERSON
1922 - 2010
Mrs. Viola Lila Peterson, beloved wife of the late Mr. Evert Peterson, passed away peacefully with her family by her side at the Good Samaritan Society on Saturday, January 16, 2010 at the age of 87 years. She leaves to cherish her memory, a daughter, Mary (Bill) Litousky of Medicine Hat; son, Merv (Joyce) Peterson of Redcliff; daughter-in-law, Brenda Peterson of Medicine Hat; nine grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; sister, Esther Chipperfield of St. Paul, Alberta as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Vi was predeceased by her parents, Christian and Doris Metz; a son, Floyd Peterson; grandson, Lee Peterson; granddaughter, Brittany Peterson; three sisters, Irene Hall, Laura DeLarue and Alice Peterson; two brothers, Arthur Metz and Ernie Metz. Vi was born in Athabasca, Alberta on March 9, 1922. She married Evert Peterson on November 10, 1941 and together, they farmed in the Box Springs area. In 1974 they retired on an acreage west of Redcliff and eventually moved to Hays in 1983 before moving to Medicine Hat in 2003. She resided at the Good Samaritan Society, where she received excellent care until the time of her passing. Vi had a flair for crocheting and made a good many dining room table cloths for her friends in the U.S. and her family. She loved to play cards, do crosswords and go fishing with her husband. She was a member of the Redcliff Legion for a number of years, where she worked and participated in dart tournaments. A Graveside Service will be held at Hillside Cemetery on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. with President Bruce Hill officiating. Those wishing to attend, are invited to join in the funeral procession which will depart from Cook Southland Funeral Chapel at 12:50 p.m. on that day. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Viola’s name may be made directly to the charity of one’s choice.

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FLORENCE PETERSON
1918 - 2009
Mrs. Florence Peterson passed away at the Red Deer Hospital on Friday, August 28, 2009, at the age of 79 years. Family honoured Florence's memory through a private gathering at Hillside Cemetery in Medicine Hat on Friday, September 4, 2009.

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LES PETERS
1940 - 2009
With tears in our eyes and hurting hearts, we the family of Les Peters regret to announce his sudden passing which occurred at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Saturday, August 22, 2009. In accordance with Les’ wishes, there will be no formal funeral proceedings. “His presence will be forever in our hearts and memories will last forever.”

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ELIZABETH PETERS
1924 - 2009
Mrs. Elizabeth (Beth) Peters, beloved wife of the late Mr. John G. Peters of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 15, 2009 at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital at the age of 85 years. Beth will be lovingly remembered by her daughters and sons-in-laws; Jackie (Todd) Kennedy, Maxine DeGagne (Bruce Stringer), Leslie (Phil) DeGagne, Joan Crawford (Bob Hornburger); ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother Emil (Elsie) Kuntz as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Beth was predeceased by her husband, John in 1991 and her son, Ron in 1995. A private family internment has already taken place. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Beth’s name may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, #124, 430 - 6th Avenue SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta. T1A 2S8.

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MABEL AGNES PETERSON
1916 - 2009
Mrs. Mabel Agnes Peterson (nee Alcock) of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Mr. Orville Peterson, passed away peacefully at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Sunday, August 9, 2009, at the age of 93 years. Mabel leaves to cherish her memory: sons, LeRoy (Sylvia) Peterson, Leonard (Joan) Peterson; grandsons, Jay (Christine), Jeff (Angie), Jesse (Jody); seven great-grandchildren; one sister, Irene, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. She was predeceased by her siblings, Albert, Sam, Martin, Liz, Hilda, Edith, Lilly and Kay. Mabel's focus was always on her family. For many years she was an active member of the Eagles Club, the Moose and the Legion. Mabel enjoyed the many fishing and camping trips she shared with Orville over the years. She loved playing bingo and was an excellent dart player, having won a Gold Medal in Senior Games competition. The Funeral Service will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Saturday, August 15, 2009, at 1:00 P.M. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 1Z8.

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STELLA C. PAGE
1918 - 2009
Stella C. Page, beloved wife of the late Gordon Page, passed away at the Good Samaritan South Ridge Village on Saturday, January 10, 2009, at the age of 90 years. Stella leaves to cherish her memory six children and their families, Virginia (Moe), Wayne (Dot), Louise, Bill (Rose), Bryan (Anne), Pat (Dale); daughter-in-law, Kathy; sister, Madeline (Hugh); sisters-in-law, Florence, Bernice and Jean, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by three children, Butch, Frances and Clint; three grandsons, Troy, Todd and Donny; two great-grandchildren, Abby and Jayden. Family wish to extend their heartfelt appreciation to all the staff at the Good Samaritan for the loving care and support given to Stella during her stay there. A Private Celebration of Stella's life will be held in Medicine Hat with Reverend Loren Hosfield officiating. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Alzheimer Society, 833A Kingsway Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2X5.

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BENOIT POISSON
1923 - 2009
Mr. Benoit Poisson, beloved husband of Mrs. Doris Poisson of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday, January 12, 2009, at the age of 85 years. Benoit was born on April 11, 1923 on his parents farm at Dollard, Saskatchewan, a son to Wilfrid and Eva Poisson. In 1994 he retired to Medicine Hat but continued with farming until he was 80. Benoit will be remembered by his wife, Doris; son, Jay (Wanda) and their children Tayler and Jackie; son, Kerry (Cindy) and their children, Danielle and Vance; a sister, Bertha (Elvin) Fernquist as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a son, Ron, parents, Wilfrid and Eva as well as two brothers, Paul and Conrad. Relatives and friends are invited to pay their respects and attend Prayers at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., on Thursday, January 15, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 238 - 2nd Ave. N.E., on Friday, January 16, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. with Reverend Father Gilles LeBlanc celebrant. Interment will take place at the Dollard Cemetery on Saturday, January 17, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Benoit's name may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 124, 430 - 6th Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 2S8.

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ELSIE PLESKIE
1940 - 2009
Mrs. Elsie Stella Pleskie, beloved wife of Paul Pleskie, and mother of Kelly White and Aaron White, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Monday, April 6, 2009, at the age of 69 years. Elsie was born on April 6, 1940 in Ethelbert, Manitoba to Fred and Anne Kowaluk. She attended Highway School for her elementary years of schooling and graduated from Pine River High School. Elsie completed her requirements for a B.E. at the U of A, and carried on to teach at various schools in Alberta. In 1961, she married Leonard White and was blessed with two sons, Kelly and Aaron. Her great joys in life were her seven grandchildren and her airplane. Elsie learned to fly in Rocky Mountain House and was proud to share that excitement with everyone she knew. Elsie remarried in 1996 to Paul Pleskie and moved to Medicine Hat. She enjoyed gardening, sewing and painting which occupied most of her time during her retirement years. Elsie will be forever missed by her loving husband Paul; her sons, Kelly White of Beaumont, Alberta and Aaron (Joanne) White of Sherwood Park; grandchildren, Michael, Matthew, Kimberly, Steven, Brendan, Evan, Brooklyn; sisters, Mary Weber, Nadia Bartholomew and Helen Didur; brothers, Peter (Toni) Kowaluk and John (Kathy) Kowaluk as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Fred and Annie Kowaluk. A Celebration of Elsie's life will take place at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W., on Tuesday April 14, 2009 at 10:30 A.M., with Pastor George Koopmans officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Elsie's name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 102 Crestwood Square One, 1865 Dunmore Road S.E., Medicine Hat, AB. T1A 1Z8.

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SAMUEL ROY PAWLUK
1925 - 2009
Samuel Pawluk passed away on June 4, 2009, at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital nine days after receiving a diagnosis of cancer. Sam was born on April 8, 1925 in Swift Current, Saskatchewan. At school, Sam was extremely popular with students and teachers alike. He proved to be exceptionally strong, but never a bully. At recess he could be found in the schoolyard happily wrestling several students simultaneously trying to knock him down. It was impossible to get him off balance and when he was playing hockey, the other side was careful to avoid him. Sam was unbeatable at arm wrestling except on one occasion when Ole Olson got lucky. He carried this strength and unbeatable spirit into his work life. During his lifetime he worked as a mail contractor in Swift Current, a signal foreman for the CPR across the prairie provinces, and a propane deliveryman for Federated Co-op. Sam will be remembered for his resourcefulness; he loved the challenge of something that needed fixing. Fans of the Trading Post radio call-in show will miss his frequent calls. Sam also enjoyed swapping stories while spending time with his many friends located all over the prairies. Especially dear to him were Eva Brewer, John and Adeline Chickoski, and travelling buddy, Ivan Livingston. Sam is survived by his grandson, Andrew; sister, Anne Longstreet of Ottawa; brother, Bill Pollock of Halifax and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; beloved son, Samuel Pawluk, Jr.; brothers, Mike Budnick, Nick Budnick, and George Pawluk, as well as sisters Mary Shygera, Rose Bottineau, and Joyce Rosa. At Sam's request, there will be no formal funeral proceedings. Sam's cremated remains will be laid to rest next to his beloved son, Samuel Jr. in Swift Current, SK.

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CARL DOUGLAS PEARSON
July 19, 1962 - May 16, 2008
Carl was born in Assiniboia, Saskatchewan on July 19, 1962. He left us on May 16, 2008, at the age of 45 years. Carl is survived by his parents, Douglas and Velma Pearson, of Medicine Hat, brother Brian (Jackie) and their children Lee and Maria (Godchild) of Edmonton, sister Kathy Puto (Dallas) and son Luke (Godchild), of Red Deer, stepsons Matthew and Adam Richardson and their mother, Michelle Burke, special friend Sandra (Sam) Kolman and her children, Harmonie and Devon Wenaas as well as many aunts, cousins and friends. Carl took all of his schooling in Mankota, Sask. After graduation, Carl moved to Moose Jaw to study his passion, carpentry, at SIAST. Upon completion of his studies, he worked in the Oil and Gas industry in various regions of Alberta. In 1990, Carl moved to Medicine Hat, where he used his significant carpentry skills at many locales, and worked extensively in the garage door industry, installing both residential and industrial doors throughout south eastern Alberta. In recent years, Carl worked for Gyp-Tec Drywall, where he was Shop Foreman, until the time of his passing. Carl will be remembered for many things, both in words and deeds, and in his handy work. Probably Carl will be best remembered for his ability to befriend people without judgment or conditions. Carl drank many a coffee, drained countless cell phone batteries and most recently, got sore thumbs from the many text messages sent and received. As technology changed, so did Carl, using what was available to help out others and listen to their problems and their needs. Though Carl lived in the city, he was always a farm boy, with morals and values rooted deeply in the soil of south western Saskatchewan. Whenever time and trade allowed, he would seek the solace of the outdoors, where he was best able to find all that a busy life sometimes does not allow. The Celebration of Carl's life will be held at Westminster United Church, 101 - 6 Street S.E., Medicine Hat, on Wednesday, May 21, 2008, at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend James Farrell officiating. Interment will take place at Wallard Cemetery at a later date. If friends so desire, Memorial Tributes may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 124, 430 - 6 Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8

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JAMES P. PIEA
1952 - 2008
Mr. James Piea of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of Shirley-Ann Piea of nine years, passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2008, at the age of 56 years. James leaves three children, Shane, Jordi (Kevin fiancé and Jade. James also leaves his mother, Beatrice Osterman; his brother, John (Carol); sisters, Beatrice (Melvin) Kunz and Susie (Mardy) Christiansen. James leaves his mother-in-law, Matilda Glass; Shirley's siblings, Duane (Elaine) Glass, Dennis (Lynn Ann) Glass, Rodney (Linda) Glass and Steve Glass. Also numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews are left behind. Waiting in heaven for James are his father, John; sister, Muriel and his father-in-law, Charlie. James was born in Regina on April 18, 1952 and raised in Vauxhall. He married Shirley on August 28, 1999 in their back yard with a celebration dance in his beloved shop. Jim loved to work in the shop, read, camp and photograph eagles and owls. Years ago James loved to hunt. James was an Oil and Gas operator for many years after being a federal meat inspector for 17 years. James was fond of his dogs, also waiting in heaven are Patches, Sabrina and Duke. God speed James. A Memorial Service in honour of James' life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, June 27, 2008, at 7:00 P.M. with Rev. Dr. Shane Andrus officiating. Donations may be made to the SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8 or to the charity of your choice.

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EVELINE PUTWILL
1925 - 2008
Eveline Putwill, a beloved member of the Alfred Egan Home family in Bow Island, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 4, 2008, at the age of 83 years. She leaves to cherish her memory one brother, James (Rose) Pudwell; sister-in-law, Kay Pudwell; her Guardian Family consisting of her niece, Val (Harold) Leitch; nephews, Allan (Linda) Pudwell, Garth (Brenda) Pudwell, Russell (Rhonda) Pudwell; special friend and caregiver, Anne Marie Sorenson, as well as numerous other nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents as well as numerous siblings. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so one hour prior to the service which will be celebrated at the Alfred Egan Home, 1039 - 1 Street East, Bow Island on Monday, September 8, 2008, at 1:00 P.M. Reverend Barrett Scheske will officiate the service and Interment will be held at Hillside Cemetery.

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DARWIN PEDERSEN
1931 - 2008
It is with sadness that the family of Darwin Pedersen announce his passing at the Riverview Care Centre on Thursday, October 2, 2008 at the age of 77 years. A Private family interment will take place at a later date.

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PHILIP POIDEVIN
1977 - 2008
Philip Poidevin passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 14, 2008 at the age of 31 years. Arrangements have been forwarded to the Mundell Funeral Home, Orillia, Ont. (1-705-325-2231).

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