Sylvia Wagar
Posted by Carol on Wednesday, July 28th, 2010 at 9:22:56 AM
In loving memory of Sylvia Wagar, age 74 years, who passed away with her family by her side at the Dryden Regional Health Center on July 26th, 2010. Sylvia is survived by her husband Arnold, daughter Marlene Noll of Calgary, sons Will of Edmonton, Mike of Red Deer, Greg of Kenora and Tom of Port Hawkesbury Nova Scotia, 11 grandchildren, 1 great-grandson, sister Marjorie MacDonald of Calgary and brother Darrell Rasmussen of Millet Alberta. A Funeral Service to celebrate the life of Sylvia Wagar will be held Friday July 30th at 3:00 p.m. in Our Saviour Lutheran Church with Mr. Ralph Arndt officiating. Cremation will follow with interment of ashes to be held at a later date in the Dyment Mountainview Cemetery. Visitation will be held in the church one hour prior to the time of service. Should friends desire donations to a charity of their choice may be made through the Stevens Funeral Home, P.O. Box 412, Dryden P8N 2Z1. Condolences may be emailed to sympathycard@shaw.ca subject: Wagar

Edith Fread
Posted by Carol on Tuesday, July 27th, 2010 at 1:48:14 PM
In loving memory of Edith Fread who died in her residence at Princess Court on January 8th at the age of 91 years. Edith is survived by sons: Douglas, Bruce and Raymond, her daughter Marlene Walther by 8 grandchildren, 4 great- grandchildren, her sister Lil Fijal, brother Leo Beyer as well as many nieces, and nephews. Cremation has taken place and a graveside memorial service will be held Thursday, July 29th at 3:00 p.m. in the Waldhof Cemetery. Should friends desire donations to Princess Court or a charity of your choice may be made through the Stevens Funeral Homes, P.O. Box 412, Dryden P8N 2Z1. Condolences may be emailed to: sympathycard@shaw.ca subject: Fread

Ivan Bain
Posted by Carol on Tuesday, July 27th, 2010 at 8:59:24 AM
In loving memory of Ivan Bain, age 82 of Dryden, who passed away on July 24th, 2010 at Princess Court. Ivan Bain is survived by his wife Aurise, brothers Rodney (Thelma) of Toronto, Ernest (Marian) of Port Loring, sister Darla Clapperton, and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation for the late Ivan Bain will be held at the Dryden Community Funeral Home on Thursday July 29th, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. until time of service. Funeral services for the late Ivan Bain will be held on Thursday July 29th , 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at the Dryden Community Funeral Home. Interment in the Vermilion Bay cemetery. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Princess Court through Dryden Community Funeral Home 249 Grand Trunk Ave., Dryden, ON P8N 2X3. Expressions of Sympathy may be sent to dcfh@drytel.net Subject heading: Bain

Marie Lorraine De Clercq
Posted by Carol on Friday, July 23rd, 2010 at 2:49:31 PM
In loving memory of Marie Lorraine De Clercq, age 68 of Dryden, who passed away on Friday July 23rd, 2010 at the Dryden Regional Health Centre. Marie is survived by her loving husband Ray, daughter: Donna (Chris) of Dryden, daughter-in-law Ali De Clercq, grandchildren: Marc & Michelle St. Laurent, Drew De Clercq, brother Ernie Mol (Merna) of Pinnawa, sister Irene Prokipchuk of Winnipeg. She is predeceased by her son Guy. At Marie’s request here will be no Visitation or Service. Internment will happen at a later date. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Dryden’s Community Living through Dryden Community Funeral Home 249 Grand Trunk Ave., Dryden, ON P8N 2X3. Expressions of Sympathy may be sent to dcfh@drytel.net Subject heading: De Clercq

Denis Ambroise Paradis
Posted by Chris on Wednesday, July 21st, 2010 at 4:07:43 PM
In loving memory of Denis Ambroise Paradis who passed away July 21st, at the Red Lake Margaret Cochenour Memorial Hospital at the age of 100. He is survived by his children Denise (Wayne), Louise (Richard), and Mark, by 8 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by sister-in-law Delphene Paradis and brother-in-law George LaFrance. A celebration of his life will be held in Quibell and announced at a later date. If friends so desire donations may be made to a Charity of Choice through Herold Funeral Home “The Red Lake Chapel” Box 237, Red Lake, ON P0V 2M0.

Jerry Peters
Posted by Carol on Wednesday, July 21st, 2010 at 3:35:18 PM
Sadly we share with you the passing of our loved one- husband, father, brother and papa to four beautiful grandchildren. On June 18, 2010, Jerry Peters passed away at home, which he lovingly referred to as his cabin in the woods. He will be dearly missed by his loving wife Susan, two daughters: Tracy (Rob) Walter of Dryden, Theresa (Mike) Peters-Burns of Toronto and his four grandchildren, who were his pride and joy- Stefani, Michelle and Brennan Walter of Dryden and Michael Jr. Burns of Toronto. Jerry will be dearly missed by a loving sister Kathy Ferreira of Winnipeg, sister-in-law Barb (Wayne) Martin of Edmonton, brother-in-law John (Diane) of Calgary and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents Nels & Theresa Peters of Winnipeg and beloved daughter Tammy, who passed at the age of seven. Family and a dedication to work were his top priorities. He spent twenty-three years with Canada Safeway, working in Winnipeg and Portage La Prairie, eighteen years operating the Twin Towers restaurant and gas bar in Dryden, and the past five years working for the Kenora District Services Board in Dryden. Jerry had a passion for the outdoors and loved walking in the woods, whether it be alone, with his son-in-law Rob Walter or special friend Dave Huckel. His love for his grandchildren was deep and he formed special bonds with all of them. His dog, Buddy, was at his side until the end. Our hearts are breaking now, but we have forty years of memories to hold on to. “Safe in the arms of Jesus”. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, July 24th, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at Our Saviour Lutheran Church with Pastor James Wood officiating. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation through Dryden Community Funeral Home 249 Grand Trunk Ave., Dryden, ON P8N 2X3. Expressions of Sympathy may be sent to dcfh@drytel.net Subject heading: Peters

Edward Zubrecki
Posted by Carol on Tuesday, July 20th, 2010 at 12:52:58 PM
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Edward Zubrecki on Sunday July 18th, 2010 at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre. Edward was predeceased by his loving wife, Doreen, and his son David. Ed is survived by his daughter Debra Parr and son-in-law Robert Parr of Dryden, two grandsons; Christopher and David Parr of Ottawa, and his sister Helen Muir of Thunder Bay, his sister-in-law Valerie Philpotts of Kitchner/Waterloo, numerous nephews, nieces and cousins. Edward was born in Ethelbert, Manitoba in 1933, and was raised in Ignace, Ontario, he attended Port Arthur Collegiate in Thunder Bay for high school, and returned to Ignace, where he was employed by the CPR. He married Doreen Philpotts in 1957. They moved to Dryden in 1963, where he was employed by the Brewer’s Retail and worked there until he retired. He enjoyed family get-togethers and card games where he could challenge and win against the young ones. The past four years he resided with his daughter and son-in-law in Dryden, and enjoyed family times. Visitation for the late Ed Zubrecki will be held Thursday, July 22nd from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Dryden Community Funeral Home’s Chapel. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday July 23rd at 1:00 p.m. at the Dryden Community Funeral Home’s Chapel with Velma Henderson officiating. Interment to follow at the Dryden Cemetery. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Northern Cancer Research or the Kidney Foundation through Dryden Community Funeral Home 249 Grand Trunk Ave., Dryden, ON P8N 2X3. Expressions of Sympathy may be sent to dcfh@drytel.net Subject heading: Zubrecki

Peter Joseph Czajkowski
Posted by Carol on Monday, July 19th, 2010 at 2:03:27 PM
In loving memory of Peter Joseph Czajkowski, age 57 years, who passed away in the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Center on Friday, July 16th following a brief illness. Pete is survived by his wife Maria, their children: Jhan, Jhustin, Aron, and Angelee, his mother Agnes, and sister Christa Sharpe as well as nieces, nephews and other relatives. Memorial Funeral Services will be held Sunday, July 25th at 2:00 p.m. in the Royal Canadian Legion. Interment of ashes will follow at a later date. Should friends desire donations to the DRHC Oncology Unit may be made through the Stevens Funeral Homes, P.O. Box 412, Dryden P8N 2Z1. Condolences may be emailed to sympathycard@shaw.ca subject: Czajkowski

Carol Anne Valade (Foote)
Posted by Carol on Thursday, July 8th, 2010 at 4:26:24 PM
Carol Anne Valade (Foote) December 24, 1936 – July 8, 2010 “Our Christmas Carol” Daughter of Scotty and Liz Foote, courageously battled cancer twice in the past 7 years before passing away in the wee hours of the morning on July 8, 2010. A woman of immense compassion, Carol brought comfort and happiness to her entire family and all her many many friends. With a wicked sense of humour and fantastic high spirit, Carol saw only the best in people and constantly pulled the positive from life. She welcomed every new member of our ever-growing family and with all those she met, formed true and long-lasting friendships. Carol enjoyed the past 27 years with her surviving husband Marcel Valade, spending the last 3 years in their wooded retirement mecca on Eagle River. It was as if a higher power had a hand in last summer’s unexpected “family reunion” where almost everyone managed to get together and enjoy a chaotic and wonderful vacation at their beloved riverside home. Carol is survived by her and Marcel’s 4 children and their families: Judy Terry and Ray Savage, Scott and DawnMarie Terry with their children Dylan and Cynthia, David Terry and Jane McInnes and Eric and Kristan Valade and their children Jasmine, Heather and Sage. Carol is also survived by her brother and his family Rob Foote and Ken Smith with son Robbie John Foote and her sister Paterson Higgins and her children Dawn and Michael. Following cremation the family received friends at their Eagle River Home Saturday, July 10th. Should friends desire donations to the Canadian Cancer Society may be made through the Stevens Funeral Homes, P.O. Box 412, Dryden P8N 2Z1. Condolences may be emailed to sympathycard@shaw.ca subject: Valade. The family would like to say “Thank-You” to all the wonderful doctors and nurses at the Dryden Regional Health Center and the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Center. Their incredible personalities, expertise and experience made Mom’s difficult time so much easier. Mom, I will miss you, my friend… I will take with me always your tremendous sense of humour and wit. I don’t think I laugh as hard with anyone else as I do when I’m with you. All those hilarious situations (that could only happen to you) I will remember forever. You will always be my greatest gift, my friend forever, my immeasurable mother. Love, Jude A Mother’s/Grandmother’s Handbook Taking kids to long 6 a.m. hockey practices-3 times a week Taking kids to even longer hockey tournaments-almost every weekend. Listening to all our crazy ideas with an open mind and no criticism. Never putting yourself first-even when you should have. Keeping an entire cupboard full of treats for grand kids. Going kamikaze down the snowhill on a flying saucer with grandchildren in your lap-at age 72. Making money deals with your grandchildren that nearly cost you your retirement savings plan. We don’t know where you picked up this handbook but we sure know that not everyone has one. We will carry on and strive to achieve the success you so effortlessly attained using your own very special “handbook” We love and miss you Mum (Grandma) Scott, DawnMarie, Dylan, Cynthia Eric, Kristan, Jasmine, Heather and Sage

Leonard (Roy) Switzer
Posted by Chris on Friday, July 2nd, 2010 at 3:04:59 PM
It is with great sadness that we have to announce the passing of Leonard (Roy) Switzer on Thursday July 1st at 2:45 pm at the age of 86. Roy was predeceased by his loving wife Violet in March of 2000. Roy is survived by his sons Roy (Shirley), Ken (Sharon), and his daughters Susan Clarke (Frank), and Janie Carrier (Steve). He is also survived by his brother Ken (Nora). Roy was born in Latchford, Ontario where he worked as a butcher and in a lumber yard. He enlisted in the army at age 18 and was stationed in Holland as a mechanic. He learned his trade there and was a successful mechanic ever since. He married Violet in 1946 and spent his early years working as a mechanic in New Liskard and Cobalt, Ontario. Roy and his family moved to Dryden in 1966 to take a job with Carter Construction to help build the Sioux Lookout highway. He liked the Dryden area so he applied for and got a job working in the bush camps for the Dryden Paper Mill. He left the company in 1976 to take a job at Sheridan Equipment where he excelled as a heavy equipment mechanic until he had suffered a stroke that ended his working life. He remained busy working on carpentry projects with his son Ken and commented that if he had to do it all over again, he would have enjoyed a trade working with wood. Roy spent his last few years living in Pinecrest Home for the Aged in Kenora where he was visited often by his family and good friends, Matt Cederwall, Nick Friesen, and Ron and Judy Nickle. He absolutely loved the nurses and staff and they, in turn, treated him with the love and affection that they would give their own loved ones. He will be missed by all who knew him. There will be no Visitation, as cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday July 7th, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at the Dryden Community Funeral Home Chapel with Velma Henderson officiating. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Pinecrest Home for the Aged through Dryden Community Funeral Home 249 Grand Trunk Ave., Dryden, ON P8N 2X3. Expressions of Sympathy may be sent to dcfh@drytel.net Subject heading: Switzer