23Apr 2024 by Brent

Rene Thompson Obituary

Funerals & Announcements
It is with great sadness and much love that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Rene Thompson. On April 19, at the age of 88 years, she entered into rest after a courageous battle with cancer. Rene will be deeply missed by her daughters, Carolyn (Wayne) Wait, Shelley (Don) Bisset, Susan (Dale) Woitt, and Janet (Darren) Ware; 12 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren, as well as extended relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Lloyd (Bud) Thompson; daughter, Donna Dressler; five brothers, and one sister. On May 29, 1935, Rene was born in Holland to Maria and Huibert Prins. After WWII in 1947, she immigrated to Canada with her family. Growing up, she had a variety of jobs and interests. Although she loved to work and…
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12Apr 2024 by Brent

Growing in Grace Fundraiser – Arber’s Greenhouse

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Welcome to Spring Growing in Grace Families, We are coming to an end of our fundraising commitment for the 2023/2024 School Year! Woo-hoo!! Our final fundraiser is for all the Gardener’s in our lives! We will be selling Arber’s Gift Cards from now until May 2nd. All gift cards will be available for pick up the week of May 6th from the Preschool (Just in time for Mother's Day!!) Gift cards are in $25 denominations and the preschool will receive $5 for each gift card purchased. . Order forms and funds are due May 2nd. Payment can be made by Cash, E-transfer or Cheque ( if needed). Please put "Arbers" in the E-transfer notes if this is your choice or payment. Forms can be emailed or dropped of at the…
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07Mar 2024 by Brent

Holy Week Worship Schedule

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Come and Worship with Us March 24 Palm/Passion Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. March 28 Maundy Thursday/Lord’s Supper 7:30 p.m. March 29 Good Friday 10:30 a.m. March 31 Easter Breakfast 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. Easter Sunday Holy Communion 10:30 a.m.
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29Feb 2024 by Brent

Parish Worker Part Time Job Position

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We have an exciting and diverse opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to use their gifts, skills, and experience in supporting our congregation. You will organize and carry out activities and programs related to working with all members of our congregation from the youth to our more mature members. Responsibilities and Duties You will be working in collaboration with the Pastor and the Grace Lutheran Church team to assist with planning and coordinating Sunday School, Confirmation, Youth and Vacation Bible School. Duties may also expand to include Member Visitation with communion privileges, providing Grief books to families and Stephen Ministry. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Experience with Youth/Children Leadership/Organizational Skills Spiritual Background Compassion Teaching Experience People Management Skills Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Office First Aid (Preferred) Vulnerable…
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23Jan 2024 by Brent

Lena Vida (Neufeld) Boss Obituary

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Lena Boss Obituary It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Lena Boss at the age of 96 years. Lena is survived by her sister, Heather Guenther; nephews, Michael (Heather E.) Guenther, Douglas (Wendy) Neufeld; great-nephews, Johnathan (Meike), Andrew (Hana); special friends, Leona and Richard Svrcek and their family; and many friends. Lena was predeceased by her parents, Nikolai and Maria Neufeld; husband, Clifford; brother, John Neufeld; sister, Mary Penner; brother-in-law, Henry Penner; sister-in-law, Helen Neufeld.In memory of Lena, donations may be made to the Salvation Army Food Bank, Wetaskiwin Public Library, or a Charity of the Donor's choice. ------------------------------------------Service date and time to be announced------------------------------
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23Jan 2024 by Brent

Elsie Feldberg Obituary

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Elsie Feldberg November 18, 1932 - January 18, 2024 On January 18, 2024 Freida “Elsie” Feldberg (nee Kurtz) passed away at the Wetaskiwin Hospital at the age of 91. Elsie is survived by her children, Brian (Cynthia) Feldberg and Colleen (Kevin) Wolter; her grandchildren, Peter (Ashley), Sabine (Harley), Jesse (Alicia) and Megan (Justin); great-grandchildren, Everett, Ellis, Ruari, June, Colter, Kohlin, Maliyah, Vivienne, Blaikley and Olivia; siblings, Hilda Karlo, Margaret Forth, Lily (Howard) Smith, Eleanor Pydde; sister-in-law, Irene Torgerson as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends. Elsie was predeceased by her parents, Emil Kurtz and Amalja Kurtz (nee Comm); her husband, Reginald; siblings, Antonia “Toni” (Arnold) Fibick, Walter (Clara) Kurtz; as well as her brothers-in-law, Ed Karlo, Herb Forth, Dennis Pydde and Bill Torgerson. A Memorial Service…
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23Jan 2024 by Brent

Raymond Edgar Woitt Obituary

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It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Raymond E. Woitt in Wetaskiwin on January 12, 2024 at the age of 87 years. He was predeceased by his son, Jeff. Raymond will be sadly missed by his wife, Joan; son,  Ken (Pat); grandsons, Dan (Sam) and Mike (Bella) great grandchildren, Daxton, Peyton, Ellie and Bennett as well as many extended family members, good friends and neighbors. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, (4218-56 Ave. Wetaskiwin. ) with burial to follow at St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery beside Jeff. Donations in memory of Raymond can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation (P.O. Box 460, Toronto ON. M4P 9Z9) or www.heartandstroke.ca
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26Dec 2023 by Brent

Edward Karlo Obituary

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Ed Karlo Obituary Feb 23, 1922 to Dec 24, 2023 Ed has returned home for Christmas to be with his Lord and Saviour in the evening hours of December 24, 2023 at the age of 101. He leaves to mourn his wife of 79 years, Hilda, daughter Evelyn (Eric) Heilman, Grandchildren Raeleen (Brent) Metzker and Trent (Nicole) Heilman and great granddaughters Peyton, Kali, Shaylan and Taylor. Ed was born in Wetaskiwin, Alberta to John and Augusta Karlo on February 23, 1922. He was only 13 years old when his father fell ill so he had to leave school to work on the family farm West of Wetaskiwin. In addition to working on the farm he started clerking at auction companies and then started Ed Karlo Auctions which he operated from…
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