Jean-Baptiste SASSEVILLE [Parents] [scrapbook] was born on 16 Nov 1865 in Ste-Anne-des-Monts, Gaspé, Québec. He died on 19 May 1957 in Kelowna, B.C., Canada. He married Caroline Anne LEPAGE on 13 Apr 1891 in Cap Chat, Quebec, Canada.
Information source from family records, Canada Census, and news paper.
Jean Baptiste and his family were listed in the 1901 census for
Ste-Anne-des-Monts where the ages and full birth dates for each member of the
family are shown. He is listed with his parents in the 1891 and the 1881 census for Ste-Anne-des-Monts. See, also, the notes for his father,
Alphonse (Rin #116).The following press article appeared (possibly in the Kelowna news paper) on
the occasion of the 60th wedding anniversary of Jean Baptiste and his wife,
Caroline;"BLACK FRIDAY HOLDS NO FEAR FOR COUPLE OBSERVING DIAMOND ANNIVERSARY -
Friday the 13th may be considered "Black Friday" by many superstitious
people, but it failed to mar the diamond wedding anniversary of Mr. & Mrs. J.B. Sasseville last week.A surprise reception was held at the home of the couple's son and daughter-in-law, Mr. & Mrs. Roger Sasseville, 784 Elliott Avenue, with whom they have resided since January of this year. The house was a profusion of flowers sent, by well-wishing friends, while the couple received telegrams and phone calls throughout the day from absent members of their family.
Congratulations on 60 years of happy marriage were received from Their
Majesties, the King and Queen, Conservative leader George Drew and Prime
Minister St. Laurent in the form of telegrams. Both came originally from the
province of Quebec, Jean Baptiste having been born at Ste-Anne-des-Monts in
1865 and his wife, Ann Caroline (LePage) at Cap Chat in 1866. The Sassevilles
vividly recall the pioneer days, especially the day on which they were married.It was an early spring day in 1891. and it was also a "Black Friday" the
day they exchanged marriage vows. The young couple were married at Ste. Anne
des Monts at 4 p.m. the late hour being caused by the fact they had to cross
the ice-coated river which was slowly melting, having had to wait for the low
tide. Mrs. Sassevulle remembers the water running over the ice as the carriage crossed slowly, and of being afraid the ice would break before they arrived on the other side.ACTIVE AND HEALTHY
A great story-teller, Mr. Sasseville recalled his first trip to this country (the West) back in 1887 and '88 when he came out to help with the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway. In his native province of Quebec, Mr. Sasseville held the position of sherriff and can spin long yarns about the few times the basement of his house was used as a jail when he arrived home too late at night to open the county jail which was situated next door.Leaving Ste-Anne-des-Monts in 1909 the Sassevilles homesteaded at Vonda
Saskatchewn, later moving to Saskatoon where they lived until 1948.Both active and healthy. Mr. and Mrs. Sasseville attend mass regularly every morning. Mrs. Sasseville still does beautiful crochet work, a hobby which has brought her many prizes at the Calgary Exhibition and Stampede and other annual events.
The couple has seven children still living. They are Theodore at
Saskatoon; Mrs. George Davis, Edmonton; Mrs. Gordon Nesbitt,
Monreal; Mrs. Gideon Matte, Ottawa; Mrs. Hugh Gogins, Calgary; Jack, Calgary;
and Roger in Kelowna".There are 17 grand children and 11 great grandchildren."
Caroline Anne LEPAGE [Parents] [scrapbook] was born on 15 Jun 1866 in Cap Chat, Gaspé, Québec. She died on 8 Jun 1954 in Kelowna, B.C.. She married Jean-Baptiste SASSEVILLE on 13 Apr 1891 in Cap Chat, Quebec, Canada.
Family stories relate that Caroline Anne was skilled in the art of tea-cup reading, a treat that was claimed to be inherited from her maternal grandmother, Henriette ROY.
They had the following children:
M i Theodore Earnest SASSEVILLE F ii Jeanne Anne Marguerite Philomêne SASSEVILLE F iii Eva Caroline Esther SASSEVILLE F iv Winnifred Marie Laure Lina SASSEVILLE F v Corrine Onge Alba Marie SASSEVILLE was born on 6 Sep 1899 in Ste-Anne-, des-Monts, Gaspe Quebec, Canada.
Information from family records. See also the notes for her father (Rin #114).F vi Paula Marie SASSEVILLE M vii Jean (Jack) Theodore Sylva SASSEVILLE M viii Roger Thomas Yvon SASSEVILLE
Allan George DAVIS [Parents] [scrapbook] was born on 14 Dec 1913 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. He died on 22 Nov 1982 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. He was buried on 22 Nov 1982 in Cremation, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. He married Mary McMANUS on 21 Aug 1940 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Information from family sources.
Allan died of cardiac arrest.
Obituary from Victoria News Paper:
DAVIS -- Suddenly in hospital
on November 22, 1982, Mr.
Allan Davis, age 68 years,
born in Victoria, B.C., late
residence 214 - 420 Catherine
Street, Victoria, B.C. He
leaves two sons: Roger Allan
Davis, Edmonton, Alberta,
and Gerry Davis, Victoria,
B.C.; four grandchildren;
two brothers: Howard Davis,
Edmonton, Alberta, and
Gerry Davis, Victoria, B.C.;
three sisters: Mrs. G. (Lu-
cille) Robertson, Ottawa, On-
tario, Mrs. F. (Beverly)
Milner, Edmonton, Alberta,
and Mrs. L. (Madeline)
Vieweger, Victoria, B.C.Arrangements to be an-
nounced by " Sands Funeral
Chapel of Heather, 317 Gold-
stream Avenue, Colwood, B.C.
SANDS --COLWOOD
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Mary McMANUS [scrapbook] was born on 20 Mar 1913 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. She died on 22 Jul 1971 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. She was buried in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. She married Allan George DAVIS on 21 Aug 1940 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Information from family records.
They had the following children:
U i Dawne Catherine Jeanne DAVIS [scrapbook] was born in Aug 1941 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Dawne died on 1 Mar 1955 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Dawne was buried in St. Joachim, Cemetery, Edmonton, Alberta.
Information from family records.
Dawne died from a brain aneurysm.
Her obituary from the Edmonton Journal:
DAVIS - On March 1, (1955) aged 12 years, Dawne Catherine Jeanne Davis,
beloved daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Allan Davis of 4-12924 118 Ave.
She is survived by her parents; one brother, Allan Roger Davis of Edmonton;
and her grandmother, Mrs. G. Murray of Edmonton.
Funeral services will be held on Friday morning at St. Joseph's Cathedral
where Mass will be solemnized at 8:55 A.M. Rev. Father J. Malone
will officiate, and interment will take place in the St. Joachim's Cemetery.
Prayers will be held on Thursday evening at 8 o'clock at Howard
and McBride's Chapel. Howard and MeBride, Funeral service.M ii Allan Roger (Skip) DAVIS M iii Robert Gerald DAVIS
Francis (Frank) Barry MILNER was born on 5 Mar 1923 in Harris, Sask., Canada. He died on 8 Mar 2008 in Victoria, British Columbia. He married Beverly Moreen DAVIS on 4 Jul 1959 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Beverly Moreen DAVIS [Parents] [scrapbook] was born on 6 Mar 1920 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. She died on 18 Oct 2001 in Brentwood Bay, BC. She was buried in Cremated. She married Francis (Frank) Barry MILNER on 4 Jul 1959 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Other marriages:BROWN, Malcolm (Mac) Rigby
DEATHS and FUNERALS
M1LNER - Beverley Moreen. Bev passed away on October 18, 2001, after a courageous battle with cancer. She passed away at home with her husband and daughter and close family nearby. Bev was born in Victoria, B.C., on March 6, 1920. Bev and her family lived in Edmonton, Alberta, for many years prior to moving to Victoria in 1985. Bev was devoted to her immediate and extended family as well as enjoying her work in the secretarial field before becoming a realtor, where her talent in working with people shone. Bev is survived by her loving daughter, Leslie Schuman; her husband, Frank; her sisters. Madeline Vieweger (and son Gordon Morrish), Lucille (George) Robertson and brother, Jerry (Pat) Davis; sisters-in-law, Terry and Marie Davis, and many (great) nieces and (great) nephews. Bev was predeceased by her mother, father, two brothers (Howard and-Al) and one sister (Winnifred). Bev's loving nature was reflected in her caring, kindness, strength of spirit and mischievous sense of humour throughout her life. Her loss will be deeply felt by all those whose lives she touched. Her's was a special soul and her memory will be cherished by many.
"I shall grow old. but never lose life's zest,
Because the road's last turn will be the best."
-- Henry Van DykeA memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 23, at First Memorial Funeral Chapel, 4725 Falaise Drive, Victoria, B.C. A reception will follow at a family member's home, with details provided at the end of the service. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Victoria Hospice, c/o 1900 Fort Street, Victoria. B.C. V8R 1J8, would be greatly appreciated.
FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES. 658-5244.
Victoria Courier, 20 Oct. 2001
Malcolm (Mac) Rigby BROWN was born in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. He died in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. He was buried in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. He married Beverly Moreen DAVIS in 1949 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The marriage ended in divorce.
Beverly Moreen DAVIS [Parents] [scrapbook] was born on 6 Mar 1920 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. She died on 18 Oct 2001 in Brentwood Bay, BC. She was buried in Cremated. She married Malcolm (Mac) Rigby BROWN in 1949 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The marriage ended in divorce.
Other marriages:MILNER, Francis (Frank) Barry
DEATHS and FUNERALS
M1LNER - Beverley Moreen. Bev passed away on October 18, 2001, after a courageous battle with cancer. She passed away at home with her husband and daughter and close family nearby. Bev was born in Victoria, B.C., on March 6, 1920. Bev and her family lived in Edmonton, Alberta, for many years prior to moving to Victoria in 1985. Bev was devoted to her immediate and extended family as well as enjoying her work in the secretarial field before becoming a realtor, where her talent in working with people shone. Bev is survived by her loving daughter, Leslie Schuman; her husband, Frank; her sisters. Madeline Vieweger (and son Gordon Morrish), Lucille (George) Robertson and brother, Jerry (Pat) Davis; sisters-in-law, Terry and Marie Davis, and many (great) nieces and (great) nephews. Bev was predeceased by her mother, father, two brothers (Howard and-Al) and one sister (Winnifred). Bev's loving nature was reflected in her caring, kindness, strength of spirit and mischievous sense of humour throughout her life. Her loss will be deeply felt by all those whose lives she touched. Her's was a special soul and her memory will be cherished by many.
"I shall grow old. but never lose life's zest,
Because the road's last turn will be the best."
-- Henry Van DykeA memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 23, at First Memorial Funeral Chapel, 4725 Falaise Drive, Victoria, B.C. A reception will follow at a family member's home, with details provided at the end of the service. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Victoria Hospice, c/o 1900 Fort Street, Victoria. B.C. V8R 1J8, would be greatly appreciated.
FIRST MEMORIAL FUNERAL SERVICES. 658-5244.
Victoria Courier, 20 Oct. 2001
They had the following children:
F i Leslie Jeanne Susan BROWN
Howard Reginald DAVIS [Parents] [scrapbook] was born on 5 Jun 1921 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. He died on 26 Aug 1992 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. He was buried in Aug 1992 in Holy Cross, Cemetery, Edmonton, Alberta. He married Rolande (Billie) Margaret BILLO on 18 Apr 1952 in Edmonton, Alberta.
Other marriages:PELTIER, Marie-Ange Thérèsa (Terry) Alexina
Information from family sources.
Howard died of heart complications.
........................................................................
Obituary from Edmonton Journal:DAVIS, Howard Reginald
On Wednesday, August 26, 1992, Mr. Howard
Davis of Edmonton passed away at the age of
71 years.He is survived by his loving family: wife,
Theresa; three sons, Laurie (Elva) of Quebec,
Ray (Heather) of Vancouver, B.C., Mark (Linda)
of Edmonton; two daughters, Diane Bradshaw
and Marlene Davis of Edmonton; four grand-
children: Matthew Bradshaw, Christopher,
Bradley, and Erik Davis; one brother, Gerry;
three sisters: Lucille (George) Robertson,
Beverly (Frank) Milner and Madeline Viewager;
as well as numerous nieces, nephews and
friends. Predeceased by one brother, AI Davis.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so
Sunday, August 30 between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00
p.m. at the Chapel of Howard & McBride
Westlawn, 16310 Stony Plain Road, where Funeral
Service will be held Monday, August 31 at
10:00 a.m. The cousin of Mr(s). Davis, Reverend Al
Roy, O.M.l., will officiate with interment to follow
in Holy Cross Cemetery. Memorial donations
may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foun-
dation of Alberta, 10985 124 Street, Edmonton
T5M 0H9. Howard & McBride Westlawn.
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An Eulogy to my DadBy Marlene Davis
Dad loved life.
Although he didn't always enjoy perfect health throughout his life, he seldom complained. He was always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need. He would travel at a moment's notice and journey many miles and hours on end just to help whoever needed him. From Vancouver for weddings to Nova Scotia for moving apartments -- Dad and Mom were famous for driving non-stop taking hardly a minute to sip a cup of coffee. Dad was a doer. His commitment and devotion to helping the people he loved will be deeply missed.
But anyone who knew Dad also knew he was not always serious. He was full of teasing and joking for everyone he met. At a moment's notice he could pull from his pocket a rubbery spider, a fake burning cigarette, or even more swiftly, his sock of coins for playing cards.
Dad loved to play cards...and he was good too -- as anyone who has lost a pile of coins can tell you. But if by chance he had lost you can be sure he would not let you get up from his table without asking for "just one more game". But even if he was the big winner, we could later find the coins he had left hidden for us.
Dad had a very special relationship with his five children and he raised us with a firm and strict but loving hand. He gave us the opportunity for a good start in life and he tried to give us all the advantages he could afford but missed throughout his own life.
Dad wanted to give his children everything. But he taught us how to be independent which was one of his greatest gifts. Dad stayed close to us all through his life, watching us grow and helping us when we faltered. His commitment and devotion to family he learnt at an early age.
He was a devoted son. During his early years he helped his parents support the large family. He had to start work to help supplement the family income at the early age of 14 when he delivered groceries on a bicycle for a local merchant. He worked his way up the commercial ladder and eventually became a successful salesman for several wholesale companies in Alberta and British Columbia.
Dad had the spirit of an entrepreneur even at an early age. One of his first commercial ventures was in the budding radio broadcasting industry. As a boy, he undertook to distribute, up and down the local streets, a small publication called "The Dial" which listed local radio programs.
During World War II, Dad joined the Canadian army. But for health reasons he wasn't allowed to go on overseas duty. Instead he served in Canada. After discharge from the army he worked on the Northwest Staging Route between Edmonton and Aklavik.
After the war he returned to his career in professional sales where he would enjoy success for many years to come.In 1950, he married Rolande (Billie) Billo and had three boys: Laurie, Raymond, and Mark. After his wife's untimely death in 1963, he married Terry Peltier and they had twin daughters: Diane and Marlene. He is also the devoted grandfather to four grandsons: Matthew Bradshaw, Christopher and Bradley Davis, and Erik Howard Davis.
Howard Reginald Davis will also be missed by his brothers and sisters. He was one of seven children; being predeceased by an older brother Alan, and sister Winnifred, he is survived by one brother: Gerry, and three sisters: Lucille, Beverly, and Madeline.
Born in Victoria on the 5th of June 1921, Dad moved with his family to Prince George in 1925 and to Edmonton in 1927 where he spent most of his life except for a brief period in the late seventies when he lived in Victoria.Dad was an extremely caring son, brother, father, and grandfather. And he was a loving and considerate husband to his wife Terry. Dad and Mom were devoted to each other throughout their 28-year marriage. He will continue to be loved and dearly missed by Mom, his brothers, sisters, children and grandchildren who will dearly miss his great sense of humor, his loving and caring ways, and his helping hand.
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AN ODE TO MY DADBy Marlene Davis
A precious person in my life has just slipped away
It is the man I call Dad that we will honor today.The pain of his going I will never erase
But I keep close in my heart his smile, his face.I wish he could be here to witness our love
I hope he can hear us and watches above.I regret that in life these words were not said
To express my emotion I always did dread.He would chuckle I'm sure and say to me "Honey,
If you say all these nice things you surely want money."Dad's money I'd take after playing gin rummy
But he'd wear me right down -- I could be such a dummy.When he'd take down his coins I'd jump to the bait
But he practiced too much and could stay up so late.He'd play and he'd play till my eyelids did droop
And then my small booty he'd gleefully scoop.But that game I'll cherish forever -- and wish I'd played more
For it matter not at all who won or the score.We did it together -- in sickness or health
It was about sharing and talking not about wealth.Through jokes and our card games I tried to convey
All the things I felt for him but could never quite say.But I wish I had taken the time when I could
To kiss him and thank him for being so good.For good this man was. He had such a big heart
It was so full of all the little projects he'd start.For the people he loved and who needed him most
And of those shelves and flower beds -- then he would boast.Tape measure, hammer, ninja turtles and more
He'd fill up the pockets on the pants that he wore.With so much to carry as he went on his way
Suspenders he wore so his pants they did stay.In the trunk of his car he had a big bag of toys
Awaiting a chance to play with his boys.For Dad was a Grandfather extraordinaire
There's a bat and ball and horse shoes still there.Last summer we went to the park for a day
Dad sat in the shade and watched us all play.If wishes came true in that field he'd have run
And all of us, together, would've had hours of fun.Still he sat with a smile -- it sure meant a lot
Much more, without doubt, than anyone thought.But to me it doesn't seem that life is so fair
How Dad had to sit and watch from a chair.His health betrayed him every step of the way
We knew it would finally catch him one day.But the day came too soon -- though when would be right?
Still I pray every day for just one more night.For God took away my most trusted friend
I needed him with me, right till the end.He may not have known of this love from his girl
So busy I'd get in my life all a-whirl.This last door you had to go through on your own
But before you went through it -- there were things to be shown.But time went so fast. I was caught up in my strife
Though I never did say it -- Dad, you inspired my life.No longer can my activities keep us apart
For now and forever you will live in my heart.Just as our problems you held on your shoulders with grace
Your children will soon carry you to your last resting place.Godspeed to you Dad as we bid you goodbye
Now you have wings -- and your soul it can fly..................................
Rolande (Billie) Margaret BILLO [Parents] [scrapbook] was born on 31 Jul 1921 in Morinville, Alberta, Canada. She died on 6 Feb 1963 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. She was buried in Edmonton, Holy Cross, Cemetery. She married Howard Reginald DAVIS on 18 Apr 1952 in Edmonton, Alberta.
Information from family sources.
Rolande died of leukemia.
They had the following children:
M i Laurie Joseph DAVIS M ii Raymond Michael DAVIS M iii Mark Timothy DAVIS
Howard Reginald DAVIS [Parents] [scrapbook] was born on 5 Jun 1921 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. He died on 26 Aug 1992 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. He was buried in Aug 1992 in Holy Cross, Cemetery, Edmonton, Alberta. He married Marie-Ange Thérèsa (Terry) Alexina PELTIER on 29 Nov 1963 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Other marriages:BILLO, Rolande (Billie) Margaret
Information from family sources.
Howard died of heart complications.
........................................................................
Obituary from Edmonton Journal:DAVIS, Howard Reginald
On Wednesday, August 26, 1992, Mr. Howard
Davis of Edmonton passed away at the age of
71 years.He is survived by his loving family: wife,
Theresa; three sons, Laurie (Elva) of Quebec,
Ray (Heather) of Vancouver, B.C., Mark (Linda)
of Edmonton; two daughters, Diane Bradshaw
and Marlene Davis of Edmonton; four grand-
children: Matthew Bradshaw, Christopher,
Bradley, and Erik Davis; one brother, Gerry;
three sisters: Lucille (George) Robertson,
Beverly (Frank) Milner and Madeline Viewager;
as well as numerous nieces, nephews and
friends. Predeceased by one brother, AI Davis.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so
Sunday, August 30 between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00
p.m. at the Chapel of Howard & McBride
Westlawn, 16310 Stony Plain Road, where Funeral
Service will be held Monday, August 31 at
10:00 a.m. The cousin of Mr(s). Davis, Reverend Al
Roy, O.M.l., will officiate with interment to follow
in Holy Cross Cemetery. Memorial donations
may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foun-
dation of Alberta, 10985 124 Street, Edmonton
T5M 0H9. Howard & McBride Westlawn.
......................................
An Eulogy to my DadBy Marlene Davis
Dad loved life.
Although he didn't always enjoy perfect health throughout his life, he seldom complained. He was always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need. He would travel at a moment's notice and journey many miles and hours on end just to help whoever needed him. From Vancouver for weddings to Nova Scotia for moving apartments -- Dad and Mom were famous for driving non-stop taking hardly a minute to sip a cup of coffee. Dad was a doer. His commitment and devotion to helping the people he loved will be deeply missed.
But anyone who knew Dad also knew he was not always serious. He was full of teasing and joking for everyone he met. At a moment's notice he could pull from his pocket a rubbery spider, a fake burning cigarette, or even more swiftly, his sock of coins for playing cards.
Dad loved to play cards...and he was good too -- as anyone who has lost a pile of coins can tell you. But if by chance he had lost you can be sure he would not let you get up from his table without asking for "just one more game". But even if he was the big winner, we could later find the coins he had left hidden for us.
Dad had a very special relationship with his five children and he raised us with a firm and strict but loving hand. He gave us the opportunity for a good start in life and he tried to give us all the advantages he could afford but missed throughout his own life.
Dad wanted to give his children everything. But he taught us how to be independent which was one of his greatest gifts. Dad stayed close to us all through his life, watching us grow and helping us when we faltered. His commitment and devotion to family he learnt at an early age.
He was a devoted son. During his early years he helped his parents support the large family. He had to start work to help supplement the family income at the early age of 14 when he delivered groceries on a bicycle for a local merchant. He worked his way up the commercial ladder and eventually became a successful salesman for several wholesale companies in Alberta and British Columbia.
Dad had the spirit of an entrepreneur even at an early age. One of his first commercial ventures was in the budding radio broadcasting industry. As a boy, he undertook to distribute, up and down the local streets, a small publication called "The Dial" which listed local radio programs.
During World War II, Dad joined the Canadian army. But for health reasons he wasn't allowed to go on overseas duty. Instead he served in Canada. After discharge from the army he worked on the Northwest Staging Route between Edmonton and Aklavik.
After the war he returned to his career in professional sales where he would enjoy success for many years to come.In 1950, he married Rolande (Billie) Billo and had three boys: Laurie, Raymond, and Mark. After his wife's untimely death in 1963, he married Terry Peltier and they had twin daughters: Diane and Marlene. He is also the devoted grandfather to four grandsons: Matthew Bradshaw, Christopher and Bradley Davis, and Erik Howard Davis.
Howard Reginald Davis will also be missed by his brothers and sisters. He was one of seven children; being predeceased by an older brother Alan, and sister Winnifred, he is survived by one brother: Gerry, and three sisters: Lucille, Beverly, and Madeline.
Born in Victoria on the 5th of June 1921, Dad moved with his family to Prince George in 1925 and to Edmonton in 1927 where he spent most of his life except for a brief period in the late seventies when he lived in Victoria.Dad was an extremely caring son, brother, father, and grandfather. And he was a loving and considerate husband to his wife Terry. Dad and Mom were devoted to each other throughout their 28-year marriage. He will continue to be loved and dearly missed by Mom, his brothers, sisters, children and grandchildren who will dearly miss his great sense of humor, his loving and caring ways, and his helping hand.
..................................
AN ODE TO MY DADBy Marlene Davis
A precious person in my life has just slipped away
It is the man I call Dad that we will honor today.The pain of his going I will never erase
But I keep close in my heart his smile, his face.I wish he could be here to witness our love
I hope he can hear us and watches above.I regret that in life these words were not said
To express my emotion I always did dread.He would chuckle I'm sure and say to me "Honey,
If you say all these nice things you surely want money."Dad's money I'd take after playing gin rummy
But he'd wear me right down -- I could be such a dummy.When he'd take down his coins I'd jump to the bait
But he practiced too much and could stay up so late.He'd play and he'd play till my eyelids did droop
And then my small booty he'd gleefully scoop.But that game I'll cherish forever -- and wish I'd played more
For it matter not at all who won or the score.We did it together -- in sickness or health
It was about sharing and talking not about wealth.Through jokes and our card games I tried to convey
All the things I felt for him but could never quite say.But I wish I had taken the time when I could
To kiss him and thank him for being so good.For good this man was. He had such a big heart
It was so full of all the little projects he'd start.For the people he loved and who needed him most
And of those shelves and flower beds -- then he would boast.Tape measure, hammer, ninja turtles and more
He'd fill up the pockets on the pants that he wore.With so much to carry as he went on his way
Suspenders he wore so his pants they did stay.In the trunk of his car he had a big bag of toys
Awaiting a chance to play with his boys.For Dad was a Grandfather extraordinaire
There's a bat and ball and horse shoes still there.Last summer we went to the park for a day
Dad sat in the shade and watched us all play.If wishes came true in that field he'd have run
And all of us, together, would've had hours of fun.Still he sat with a smile -- it sure meant a lot
Much more, without doubt, than anyone thought.But to me it doesn't seem that life is so fair
How Dad had to sit and watch from a chair.His health betrayed him every step of the way
We knew it would finally catch him one day.But the day came too soon -- though when would be right?
Still I pray every day for just one more night.For God took away my most trusted friend
I needed him with me, right till the end.He may not have known of this love from his girl
So busy I'd get in my life all a-whirl.This last door you had to go through on your own
But before you went through it -- there were things to be shown.But time went so fast. I was caught up in my strife
Though I never did say it -- Dad, you inspired my life.No longer can my activities keep us apart
For now and forever you will live in my heart.Just as our problems you held on your shoulders with grace
Your children will soon carry you to your last resting place.Godspeed to you Dad as we bid you goodbye
Now you have wings -- and your soul it can fly..................................
Marie-Ange Thérèsa (Terry) Alexina PELTIER [Parents] [scrapbook] "f" was born on 1 May 1927 in Lac La Biche, Alberta. She died on 11 Feb 2006 in Stony Plain, Alberta. She was buried on 17 Feb 2006 in Holy Cross Cemetery, 14611 St. Albert Trail, Edmonton, Alberta.. She married Howard Reginald DAVIS on 29 Nov 1963 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Information from family records.
Obituary
EDMOITOI JOURNAL
Thursday, February 16, 2006DAVIS, Marie Ange Therese Alexina "Terry" May 1, 1927 - February 11, 2006. Mrs. Theresa Davis of Stony Plain passed away at the age of 78 years. Terry will be sadly missed by her loving family; sons: Laurie (Elva), Ray (Heather) and Mark (Linda); two daughters: Marlene (Laurie) McNaughton and Diane Steffin; seven grandchildren: Matt, Chris, Brad, Erik, Alexa, Tim and William; one brother Larry (Eileen) Peltier; one sister Rita (Carl) Gerwing as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Terry was predeceased by her husband Howard; parents Louis and Rosanna; two brothers Edmond and Paul Peltier. A Prayer Service will be held on Thursday, February 16 at 7:30 p.m. at Parkland Funeral Chapel, 3502 - 44 Avenue, Stony Plain, AB. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, February 17 at 10:30 a.m. from Holy Trinity Catholic Church (North of Highway 16A on Boundary Road) Stony Plain, AB. If friends desire, memorial tributes may be made to Foundation For The Health Centre, Continuing Care, 4405 South Park Drive, Stony Plain, AB T7Z 2M7. Parkland Funeral Services of Stony Plain in care of arrangements. 963-2520. An Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial.
Published in the Edmonton Journal on 2/15/2006. Guest Book
They had the following children:
F i Diane Charmaine DAVIS F ii Marlene Anette DAVIS
Gerald Maurice DAVIS [Parents]
They had the following children:
F i Linda Jeanne DAVIS M ii Douglas Gerald DAVIS
Stuart MORRISH was born in Edmonton, Alberta. He died about 1990. He married Madeline Albertine DAVIS on 8 May 1948 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Madeline Albertine DAVIS [Parents] [scrapbook] was born on 10 Apr 1930 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. She died on 1 Jan 2012 in Sidney, B.C. Canada. She married Stuart MORRISH on 8 May 1948 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Other marriages:VIEWEGER, Lother (Lute) Capt.
Madeline’s Obituary......
, Madeline Albertine Vieweger: Passed away January 1st, 2012, age 81 yrs. 9 mos. Survived by her son Gordon, an older brother Gerry Davis, a brother-in-law George W. Robertson (Lucille) and numerous 1st, 2nd, and 3rd generation nieces, nephews and cousins. Late sisters and brothers include Allan, Winnifred, Lucille, Beverly and Howard. Predeceased by her first husband Stuart Morrish and second husband Capt. Lute H. Vieweger, mother Jean Anne M.P. Sasseville and father George Evans Davis. A highlight of Madeline's life was owning and operating an oil-tanker with Lute in the Caribbean, where they had head quarters first in St. Lucia and later in Barbados where they made many new friends. We shall always miss Madeline with her smile and the love she showed everyone. Many thanks are due to staffs at the Saanich Peninsula and the Royal Jubilee Hospitals for their compassionate care during Madeline's final days. Following her wishes, Funeral Services were declined. Cremation has taken place. Donations may be made to either hospital. 647293
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They had the following children:
U i Gordon Stuart MORRISH
Lother (Lute) VIEWEGER Capt. [Parents] was born on 24 Feb 1907 in Leipzig, Germany. He died on 2 Aug 1987 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. He was buried in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. He married Madeline Albertine DAVIS on 20 Dec 1956 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Information from family records. The 1916 Census for Alberta shows the spelling of his first name as "LOTHAIR”. See Notes for his father Hugo Vieweger for additional information.
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Madeline Albertine DAVIS [Parents] [scrapbook] was born on 10 Apr 1930 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. She died on 1 Jan 2012 in Sidney, B.C. Canada. She married Lother (Lute) VIEWEGER Capt. on 20 Dec 1956 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Other marriages:MORRISH, Stuart
Madeline’s Obituary......
, Madeline Albertine Vieweger: Passed away January 1st, 2012, age 81 yrs. 9 mos. Survived by her son Gordon, an older brother Gerry Davis, a brother-in-law George W. Robertson (Lucille) and numerous 1st, 2nd, and 3rd generation nieces, nephews and cousins. Late sisters and brothers include Allan, Winnifred, Lucille, Beverly and Howard. Predeceased by her first husband Stuart Morrish and second husband Capt. Lute H. Vieweger, mother Jean Anne M.P. Sasseville and father George Evans Davis. A highlight of Madeline's life was owning and operating an oil-tanker with Lute in the Caribbean, where they had head quarters first in St. Lucia and later in Barbados where they made many new friends. We shall always miss Madeline with her smile and the love she showed everyone. Many thanks are due to staffs at the Saanich Peninsula and the Royal Jubilee Hospitals for their compassionate care during Madeline's final days. Following her wishes, Funeral Services were declined. Cremation has taken place. Donations may be made to either hospital. 647293
Published in Victoria Times Colonist on January 25, 2012.To view her Obituary Picture: (1) Left click of Save below;
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They had the following children:
F i Rolande (Billie) Margaret BILLO F ii Cecille Billo F iii Madeline Billo M iv Alphonse Billo