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SOMETHING THIS GOOD SHOULD NEVER END.
CANADA WIDE CLEARANCENOW EXTENDED
2015 SILVERADO2015 SILVERADODOUBLE CAB 2WD WT
0%PURCHASEFINANCING FOR 84 MONTHS
OR
IN TOTAL CASH PRICE INCENTIVES(INCLUDES $1000.00 OWNER CASH PROGRAM)
$10,380UP TO
+$5000.00 IN TOTAL CREDIT(INCLUDES $1000.00 OWNER CASH PROGRAM)
Members of the Ponoka Legion, RCMP and students at PSC stand and salute for the singing of O Canada Thursday, Nov. 5 during the school’s Remembrance Day ceremony. Please see our story on page 7.
Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye
Broncs volleyballenters playoff phase
Story on page 30
Sharphead district knownfor colourful history
and hospitalityStory on page 5
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Ponoka town council
has hired Doug Wright
as the interim CAO
until a permanent town manager can be recruit-ed.
The decision was made Tuesday, Nov. 3 during a special meet-
ing when Wright met with council. The con-tract with Wright, and his company Delstan Innovations Group, is for three days a week
until the end of January, 2016.
Initially, Wright had set the contract to expire at the end of December, but a re-
quest from councillors to extend that date was approved. When Wright is not in town, Dave McPhee, director of op-erations and property
services, will be the act-ing CAO.
Mayor Rick Bonnett told councillors that the contract with Wright is on a par with what most contractors would sign up for an interim CAO position. He added that he had worked with Wright to fi nd an agreement that works for both sides.
“Delstan Innovations
Town of Ponoka councillors hired Doug Wright to be the interim CAO for the town.
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Group is an indepen-dent consulting service that provides interim senior management to organizations,” said Bonnett in a press re-lease. “We know that Doug Wright will bring extensive experience and strong leadership to the town, as we being our search for a new CAO.”
The press release also provides some historical background of Wright, who is a graduate of Canadian Land Force Command and Staff College in Kingston, Ont. and the Canadian Forces Command and Staff College in Toronto, Ont. He served for 33 years in the Canadian Forces in military engineering operations overseas and in Canada. He has been awarded the Canadian Peacekeeping Medal, Canadian Service Medal with NATO bar and the Queen’s Jubilee Medal. His last posting in the military was as Garrison Commander, Edmonton.
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Almost 200 charges laid in stolen property
investigationBY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYEPONOKA NEWS
Four adults and one youth received 193 charges related to pos-session of stolen mail and property.
With help from the Ponoka general investi-gations section, police observed three individ-uals Wednesday, Nov. 4 loading property from an apartment into a stolen vehicle. When police ap-proached the three indi-viduals fl ed on foot and ran into a nearby apart-ment.
Police apprehended the three suspects and two more individuals in the apartment.
Search warrants were obtained on the apart-ment and two vehicles, which recovered approx-imately $25,000 in stolen property, including mail stolen from approxi-mately 40 mail boxes in the central Alberta area, say police.
Investigators charged Shon Hunter, Steven Donaldson, Kristin Doucet each with 40 counts of possession of stolen mail. They also re-ceived charges of posses-sion of stolen property. Also charged was Cody Pittman with one charge of theft under $5,000
and one youth was also charged with 40 counts of possession of stolen mail and some other possession charges.
Police say the operation and the charges stem-ming from it were the results of two months of investigative work.
Court appearanceThree adults charged
in the investigations, Hunter, Donaldson and Doucet faced a provincial court judge Friday, Nov. 5
to set bail conditions.Hunter and Donaldson
were released on a 2,500 no cash deposit and are required to have no contact with the other individuals related to the case. Doucet was required to provide a $1,000 cash deposit and must follow a specifi c curfew. Each have spe-cifi c conditions on their release.
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Where to look for God?
JAMES STRACHANThe United Church
of Canadanot a member of
The Ponoka Ministerial Association
When I was 10 years old, I had a clear picture of what God looked like. God was an old man with a long white beard who lived somewhere in space. God’s job was to respond to all my requests with a positive answer. When I misbehaved, I could expect something bad to happen to me as punishment. (I was always relieved when nothing bad happened. I misbehaved a lot.)
As I moved through my teen years, I abandoned this immature and ju-venile image of God and God’s ways. Who or what was God, anyway? (I sus-pect that this is the point in life where a lot of teens become ‘agnostics’ – peo-
ple who aren’t sure about God any more.)
By the time I was 15, and made my own profession of faith to become part of my faith community, I was a lot clearer about who God was. I understood that, for Christians, Jesus showed everything we needed to know about God and how God worked. Jesus’ life and teachings gave us a pretty clear picture. I was still un-clear about who God was and what God looked like, but I had for sure stepped away from the simplistic picture of the old man with the long white beard.
It is unfortunate that many millions of Canadians still hold to that immature and unrealistic picture of God and God’s ways. Many of these peo-ple still feel that prayer is a matter of asking God for a win by the local team, for a winning lot-tery ticket, or for virtually any other “blessing” they want. These same people are frequently devastated when tragedy strikes their life or their circle, feeling that God has done some nasty stuff to them, and they certainly aren’t going to believe in that God any longer.
If the old man in the sky isn’t an appropriate image of God any longer, how are we to imagine God? The easiest way – also an-other simplistic way – is to say, “Well, there is no God. I’m an atheist now, and the whole God thing is BS.” Understandable an-
noyance, but it still doesn’t answer the central ques-tion: who, or what, brought everything into being? And what are there rules by which all things run?
How are we to under-stand God in the 21st century? Let me suggest an alternative to the sim-plistic and child like way of trying to picture God. Viewing God as a distant “Being”, dwelling just be-yond the sun, is no longer a viable belief in our world. We know too much about our universe, and the thousands of other uni-verses that inhabit distant space. Remember what is written in the book of Genesis, the book of begin-nings? There, the Hebrew author reminds us that God, after surveying the Created world, pronounces it “good.” Julian of Norwich, a 13th century British mys-tic, asserts that “We are made by God, and we are made of God.” God is pure Spirit, to be found in all creation, and within every human being. We, and the whole created order, are pronounced “good.” “God” is a word that describes the pervasive reality that is the Ground of our Being, the benevolent essence of us and of all that lives.
Such a concept allows us to image God as the force and power that is involved in the creation of the new planets revealed in the pictures captured by the Hubble telescope, and that is revealed in the twists and turns of the evolution-
ary process by which life in the universe grows and changes. As some denom-inations phrase it, “God is the One who, working in us, can do infi nitely more than we ask or can imag-ine.”
On a personal level, God, the indwelling and guid-ing Divine Presence, is felt and experienced within each of us because God is a part of all of us. God comes to humans, not to judge them because they are sinful; but to comfort and encourage them be-cause human beings suffer in their pilgrimage through life. It is unfortunate that institutional religion gen-erally reinforces the con-ventional view that heaven and earth, the sacred and the secular, Divinity and humanity, are separate re-alities. I am affi rming that Creation is the place where God lives, that God is the essence of each of us. That is why the question “Who and where is God?” haunts humans in every age.
It has recently been dis-covered that earth-bound humans are made of the same elements that make up the stars in our sky. We are, literally, made of star-dust. The whole of God’s creation is one, and all of it is declared as “good.” The conventional Christian as-sertion that humans are sinners, “fallen” and in need of God’s redemption, is not consistent with the strong underlying message of all of the Biblical books, that God, the Creative Spirit, loves God’s creation, and seeks to experience and express himself (or herself) in each of us
One answer to the ques-tion “Who or where is God?” is to assert that God is to be touched and em-braced within ourselves, as well as in the whole uni-verse around us. God is our essence, and the essence of all that is. When we are aware of our longings and a hunger for something be-yond ourselves, I believe that is the voice of God, calling to us from within ourselves, from the world around us and in the voic-es of prophets and seers throughout human history. Instead of looking for the old man in the sky, look within yourself, look at the world around you, and fi nd there the source that makes life rich and full.
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Refl ections of Ponoka
Remember When...Photo from Ponoka Panorama
Our proud and longstanding legacy has and always will reveal the amazing countless ways where people from Ponoka town and county have never hesitated to come together to assist others in many special projects and times of need. In this classic 1913 photo, a large group consisting of family, neighbours, and friends held a barn-raising bee for Soren Elgaard in the Sharphead district just west of town.
Sharphead district known for
colorful history and hospitality
BY MIKE RAINONEFOR THE NEWS
The Stony Indians were a small, peaceful tribe who faced the threat of starva-tion at their settlement in the Pigeon Lake area in the early 1880s, followed the Crees onto a reserve at the north end of the Bear Hills, but were later driven out and wandered east in search of water, game and safe shelter for their fail-ing family tribal members. Led by Chief Sharphead, the weary Stonies fi nally settled on a new 14-acre site at the confl uence of Wolf Creek and the Battle River, the tip of which was only a few miles from the present Town Of Ponoka. Sadly, between 1886 and 1890, illness and hunger would ravage the small tribe, drastically reducing their numbers and forcing Sharphead and his family to take the survivors and join another Stony Band at Lake Wagamun.
The sale of the Sharphead Reserve
In November of 1890, the Indian Commissioner was forced to lay off the Sharphead Reserve staff and the government farm was eventually abolished, and then in 1899, the Dominion Government
opened up the land for sale at a purchase price of from $2 to $4 an acre. With widespread advertis-ing into the United States, settler families quickly fl ooded into the area from Iowa, Nebraska, North and South Dakota, and Oregon, and by 1901, the land was all sold and the District of Sharphead was established, and proudly named after the great but gentle chief of the Stony Tribe.
Due to great demand, the fi rst Sharphead School was built in 1903 on prop-erty donated by George White, and later owned by the L.J. Auten family. Situated four miles west of Ponoka, the little old country school sat on a hill which commanded a magnifi cent view of the surrounding district, in-cluding the beautiful and rolling Battle River valley. Emma Hunter was the fi rst teacher, who planted trees around the school which lasted for many decades, and started a fund well as to purchase a fi ne piano, which served the district for count-less years. In 1929, a new school was built on the N.W. 11-43-26-W4th, and would remain to serve
the ever-growing families of the district until 1944, when it was closed due to a teacher shortage. Some of those legendary early pioneers in the district whose descendents still farm on the original land over the years included W. T. (Tim) Russell, W.G. (Will) Cerveny, the resident poet D.A. (Dan) Morrow, John Hagemann, Evan Lloyd, Aaro Crawford, Lars Larsen and the Edward Elofson families.
Over those exciting early years, it was always said about the Sharphead District that a fi ner group of people have never graced a community and displayed the ‘proper pi-oneer spirit’ any better than these. Whether it was a neighbour, a friend, a salesman, or a visitor from town, they were al-ways made to feel wel-come and at home at any front door, and over the years it would be these congenial traits coupled with their abilities and ambitions that made them very successful over the years. Following are only a few of the highlights told of those who settled and grew up in the legendary district of Sharphead, as well as those generations
of fi ne families who estab-lished and carried on the traditions of living life on the prairies of Alberta.
*People of the Sharphead district have always had a special niche in their hearts for the memory of Dan Morrow, who was a skilled teller of tales and a fi ne singer and poet of the good word, and his 1948 booklet ‘Homespun Rhymes’ can still be found and enjoyed at our local museum or library, and in many district homes.
*The home of Will Cerveny was always a rendezvous for the young boys of the neighbour-hood to gather for a few hours, and if the weather got too bad or the river fl ooded, their folks always knew that they would al-ways have a warm place to stay for the night. Tim Russell was one of the real district characters, who was full of the ‘old Nick’ and was as witty as any son of the “Olud Sod’ from which his ancestors came.
*John Hagemann and Evan Lloyd, both small men in physical stature,
but were mighty in their ability of accomplishment. Both gentlemen settled within a half a mile of each other on land over-looking the Battle River and carved out their fi ne farms, which still fl ourish in the area to this day. Both took great pride in raising fi ne livestock, were superb stockmen who were quickly able to diag-nose ailments, and were more than willing to assist their neighbours in this regard.
*Transportation to school in the early days was by horseback or on foot, but there were al-ways many lively pony races on the way home. A little later, when the noisy cars arrived on the scene, the horse and wagon were not used and relied upon as much, but either way it was only a short trip into Ponoka, especially on the weekend for some supplies and a little so-cializing. Janitor work at the Sharphead School was done by the children of the nearest homes for $2.50 a month, while the
‘moms’ held the major clean-up work bee in the summer. During the 1915-1916 semester, the always full class of grades 1 to 8 included 20 boys and one girl, the latter who quickly decided to attend school somewhere else. Nature hikes, treasure hunts, and outdoor study were favourite lessons, ev-eryone went outside for recess, and a real treat was chasing bushy tailed gophers or watching the adults doing stump-blast-ing. Country students who wanted to get a fur-ther education went to the Ponoka High School, which opened in 1902.
Of those who came later to Sharphead, stayed, and left their mark were the L.J. Auten, Charles Lee, Mat Cameron, Amad Kvestad, Allan Crawford, Soren Elgaard, Anton Lux, Duncan McMillan fami-lies, along with many oth-ers who carried on the proud traditions of hard work and hospitality through many colorful de-cades and several proud generations.
The Sharphead School class of 1914 included (back row, left to right) August Cerveny, Frances Lloyd, Beatrice Forsyth, Miss Nellie Sweet (teacher), Evan Lloyd, Charlie Lee, and Julius Cerveny; (front row) Gerald Crawford, Bernard Lloyd, Clark Lee, Matthew Hagemann, Albert Anderson, Constantine Cerveny, Earl Lee, and Louis Hagemann. Please take special notice of the long socks and ties. Photo from Ponoka Panorama
6 PONOKA NEWS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2015
Opinion
MUSTAFA ERICEditor
Royal Canadian Legion and Remembrance Day
As we mark another Remembrance Day, com-memorative events will be taking place or will have taken place throughout the country to once again think of those who fought for the country, including those who made the ultimate
sacrifi ce.Special days like Nov. 11
and events that surround anniversaries of such mile-stones are important ele-ments in keeping a nation’s ties to its history alive, and in so doing, maintaining and strengthening the na-tional identity of a country.
And an overwhelming majority of the nations cel-ebrate such important mile-stones like independence days or major military vic-tories with shows of lots of military pride, display of military hardware parading alongside rows and rows of soldiers on major squares or wide avenues.
Thankfully in Canada, we mark the Remembrance Day without any such mil-itary fanfare. Yes, we do have parades, mostly orga-nized and led by members of Royal Canadian Legion, but they are solemn, peace-
ful and silent parades mostly to our cenotaphs at the town centres without the arrogant show of mili-tary might.
In taking note of our con-genial differences from other nations in marking one of Canada’s most im-portant historical anniver-saries, we should also pay tribute to Royal Canadian Legion for not only keeping alive the memory of those who have made great sac-rifi ces for their country, but also for doing what they are doing in such a way that they can remain a beating heart in communi-ties throughout the country rather than being called on to get activated only for a few days every year.
From small towns to big cities, but particular-ly in small towns, Legion branches are generally ac-tive throughout the year,
helping raise funds for community causes, spon-soring successful students or young athletes, host-ing social and communi-ty events, engaging youth through artistic competi-tions and most importantly, helping keep the communi-ty spirit alive.
The recent hoisting of 128 Canadian fl ags along Highway 2, making Ponoka proud for being one of only fi ve communities through-out the nation remember-ing the befallen, is only one example of how Legion can and does make an impact in our lives and on how we feel.
But the Legion’s mandate goes far beyond pumping our feelings of pride.
With the work it under-takes in promoting the rights of the veterans who have fought in the recent confl icts and campaigning
on behalf of them for im-proved social and econom-ic conditions, the Legion is also trying to ensure that serving in the Canadian armed forces is not to be shunned by the younger generation.
Albert Einstein was quot-ed as saying “We must be prepared to make heroic sacrifi ces for the cause of peace that we make un-grudgingly for the cause of war. There is no task that is more important or closer to my heart.”
Making such sacrifi ces in peace time means relent-less efforts on several fronts: Reminding the younger generations of what hap-pened in the history and how; trying to make sure that history is not repeated but learnt from; and at the same time maintaining a peaceful approach to global affairs without totally drop-
ping one’s guard against potential risks.
Of those tasks, it is fair to say that Royal Canadian Legion is doing a great job achieving the fi rst two, by keeping themselves vibrant in the communities and en-gaging the youth on a num-ber of platforms.
The only problem is that even the successful Legion has been fi nding it more and more diffi cult to at-tract new blood to its ranks. This is probably because of changing times with more and more young people taking on more responsi-bilities at younger ages as compared to only a decade ago.
But having survived through many other diffi -culties, the Legion is certain to adjust to challenges of the day and keep serving the communities and the cause of peace.
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PSC studentshonour veterans in Remembrance Day
ceremonyBY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYEPONOKA NEWS
Students at Ponoka Secondary Campus took some time Thursday, Nov .5 to honour Canada’s soldiers in a special Remembrance Day ceremony.
The event was a way to remember Canada’s vet-erans who sacrifi ced their lives in past wars, said co-MC Lindsey Gartner.
“We wake up everyday and we don’t have to live in fear,” she said.
“It’s the 100 year anniver-sary of when Lieutenant-Colonel John McCrae wrote the iconic poem In Flanders Fields,” added co-MC Tawni Kjenner.
She said one hundred candles were lit on stage to represent the signifi cant anniversary.
Social studies teacher Ron Labrie said the cere-mony is an important way to remember. “It’s like John McCrae’s poem; carrying the torch.”
Members of the Ponoka Legion, the Air Cadets and Mayor Rick Bonnett were also in attendance at the ceremony. Dylan Hart sang Highway of Heroes by the Trews at one point and Meredith Delday provided violin music.
After the ceremony, a luncheon was provided by the school’s cooking class to guests as well as an op-
portunity to view the World Remembers Vigil that is scrolling names of soldiers who died in the 1915. This year more than 516,000 names are being remem-bered. “We wanted our spe-cial guests to see the vigil,” Labrie said.
The luncheon was also a way to bring veterans and students together for some informal conversation.
“I think sometimes we make remembrance for-mal, which is important. But also we can make it informal. Just having con-versations and listening to kids … and also getting memories from people that were there,” said Labrie.
To Ponoka Legion,with gratitude
I would to thank the Ponoka Legion for the display of flags along Hwy 2A.
Not only are they beautiful to look at, but
they stir up thought provoking words
of thankfulness for all that this country and its people provide for us.
I am very grateful to
be a Canadian and to live here with caring and generous neigh-bors.
In thoughtfulness,Rosemarie Bailer
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Regular Jam session every Saturday at 1pm
PONOKA ART CLUB CLASSES
Nov. 14 - Oils - Grant Ursalak
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Contact Lyla Langford 403-783-1887 or Bernice Edwards 403-783-6858
Billiards - Weekdays 1:00pm. Mon through Sat – 50 cents per game. Honour system
Monday Bridge 1:00pm
Monday Whist - 1:30pm
Monday Yoga - 6:30pm
Tuesday Canasta - 1:00pm
Tuesday & Thursday Exercise class 9:30am
Tuesday Pickleball 6:30pm Centennial Centre - contact Janice Mackie 403-396-3160
Tuesday Shuffl eboard - 7pm
Wednesday morning - PIANO LESSONS FOR SENIORS (Sara Driedger 403-790-1980)
Wednesday Sewing Guild 9:30am to 4pm
Wednesday Cribbage 1:00pm
Wednesday Yoga - 6:30pm
Wednesday Duplicate Bridge 7:00pm
Thursday Floor Curling - 1:00pm
Thursday Weaving 1:00pm Welcome to drop-in to see how it’s done
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Thursday Art Club Drop In Noon to 4pm
Friday “500” 1:00pm
Saturday Yoga 9:30am
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a message @ 403-783-5012. Rentals are increasing and we would like to invite our town administration, business groups, and general public
(Wedding, funeral, and Birthday groups), to inquire about rentals services and prices early in their planning. We may fi t your bill!
School board website criticized for being out of dateSchool resource offi cer program under scrutiny
BY JORDIE DWYERPONOKA NEWS
As the saying goes - you only get one chance to make a fi rst impression - and as concerns the Wolf Creek Public Schools (WCPS) website, that im-pression isn’t the best it could be.
It was brought up by trustee Bob Huff, during the school board’s meeting on Thursday, Nov.5, that there were more than a few facts and other items that were out of date on the division’s website.
“I have some concerns that what is on our web-site hasn’t been updated or doesn’t align properly or is no longer relevant with respect to our vision and mission statement,” Huff stated at the meet-ing.
He went on to explain several facts - such as progress on certain proj-ects and the fi gures re-garding their budget - ha-ven’t been updated to re-fl ect the current status of the division, in addition to a number of other items remaining on the site as futuristic plans despite having long been com-plete.
Trustees Pam Hansen and Donna Peterson also expressed their concern that the website need to be made current, as the
outdated state makes it hard for parents wanting information to receive the right information.
Joe Henderson, secretary treasurer of WCPS, told trustees that staff would begin work immediately to correct the website and bring all of the informa-tion up to date, including all work on projects that are in progress.
Trustees also approved a motion that will see them review the website annu-ally, in June, to ensure the information being pro-vided for the next school year is as up-to-date as possible.
Looking long term An item on having a
look into what the future may hold for WCPS, which was brought to the board table by Huff last month, returned for some fur-ther discussion and some input from trustees.
What is being called a long term plan based on demographic needs, trustees are hoping to get some advice from an ex-pert on what the division can expect to see in the way of growth/decline of student populations at each of its schools, how growth/decline of various communities will affect education and program availability, what it will mean for specialty pro-grams such as English as
Second Language, Welding and other trades courses, what affect this will have on recruitment of staff/teachers and how this will all integrate with trans-portation needs.
Henderson stated that all of these items will need a certain amount of time and level of expertise to compile, given the fi ve to 10 year length of time trustees want to look at in the report. He added administration will look into who would be best to compile such a report, and when questioned on how much it could cost for the report, Henderson es-timated it may reach over $10,000.
Trustees decided to let administration continue investigating who could complete the report, how much it may cost and what it should include, then have it come back to the board for a fi nal
decision on whether they still wish to move forward with it.
Program in doubtThe School Resource
Officer (SRO) program that is running in vari-ous schools throughout WCPS may soon be com-ing to another crossroads as trustees discussed its future.
Last year, principals raised concerns regard-ing how the program was operating and explained they didn’t want it in their schools unless some changes were made. What followed were a series of meetings to talk about potential modifi cations, which then saw a letter forwarded to the division
in August stating the pro-gram would come to an end in 2016 unless certain criteria and funding com-mitments were not met.
That’s what precipitat-ed the item being placed on the board’s agenda for the meeting with Huff ex-pressing concerns about the division’s expectations from the program, its ac-countability and how its being monitored.
“We need to be fair to all of the stakeholders involved along with the personnel and our staff,” Huff said during the dis-cussion.
“We know administra-tion supports it, but how do we judge how its work-ing and what are we ex-
pecting from it?”Trustee Barb Walker
added that in order to know where they stand on the program, the board needs information on what contracts are cur-rently in place, how SROs are funded and under what criteria the current program is being evalu-ated. She also said the board needs that informa-tion prior to the start of discussion on the WCPS budget in order to be able to make the best decision for students.
It is anticipated that in-formation will be brought forward for trustees to look at for the board’s next meeting on Thursday, Nov. 19.
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BRIDGE AND ROAD REALIGNMENT UPDATEIn-Line Contracting has fi nished road work for the year. Work on the bridge is scheduled to resume early next spring by Volker-Stevin Contracting. Their plan is to put in the bridge piles fi rst. Once the piles are in, bridge work will follow. The new bridge is scheduled to be in place by the end of May, 2016. At this time, the road crew can continue with their work. The road re-alignment will make the approach to the bridge safer and straighter. The original bridge on 50th avenue was built in 1908 and must be replaced for safety and transportation improvements over the Battle River. The new bridge will be safer and able to withstand high water levels. It includes a 2.5 metre wide sidewalk for pedestrians and bicycle traffi c. All of this construction is expected to be fi nished in July. The old bridge will be removed by the end of August. The parking lot at the head of the walking trail will remain in the same location but will be closed during construction, so please use other access points to enjoy the trail. The Town is currently following a process required to borrow just over $5 million required for this project. To secure a debenture to fi nance this project, a borrowing bylaw must be done in advance of the project proceeding. Our current administration has worked out a process that was reviewed by Alberta Capital Finance Authority (ACFA). If there is no petition following the public notice, Council will be able to pass second and third reading of the bylaw in December. This will enable the Town to borrow funds over a 40-year term for this important project. Notices about this bylaw are posted in Ponoka News (November 4 and this edition).
QUESTION OF THE WEEK!Our new Question of the Week is
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and choosing the facility you use the most.Of course, we think you should enjoy them ALL!.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BOARDThank you to the following citizens who have volunteered to serve as members of the Town`s Economic Development Board. Some are new appointees and others are longer-term members. We appreciate the interest and expertise these members bring to the table, as we discuss ideas, plans and projects that benefi t the Town now and in the future.
Justin Graham - ChairSarah Olson - Vice ChairStan SchultzDanny LinehamRick ClineBruce OrdzeKori HartDenise ClarkCarlen CireAshley PlamondonAngie Taylor
Town of Ponoka Council RepresentativesCarla PredigerTeri UnderhillWe always welcome the opinions and ideas of Ponoka residents. If you are interested in Economic Development or have ideas to share, please contact Stephen Novak, our Economic Development Offi cer at 403-783-0116.
HOMETOWN NEWS HOMETOWN EVENTSFEATURE NEWS!
Town Council appoints Interim CAO Doug Wright - Mr. Wright starts immediately and brings extensive experience and strong leadership to the Town. He has been the CAO of Leduc County and Interim CAO for the Town of Sundre. In addition to his impressive work credentials, Mr. Wright is a graduate of Canadian Land Force Command and Staff College in Kingston, and the Canadian Forces Command and Staff College, Toronto, Mr. Wright served 33 years in the Canadian Forces in Military Engineering operations overseas and in Canada. He has been awarded the Canadian Peacekeeping Medal, Canadian Service Medal with NATO bar and the Queen’s Jubilee Medal. His last posting in the military was as Garrison Commander, Edmonton. Dave McPhee, Director of Operations & Property Services will assist Mr. Wright during this period.
COUNCIL UPDATESNext meeting of Council: Tuesday, November 24. New time and location - 6:00 pm at the Ponoka County Boardroom. Agenda packages are posted on the website in advance of every Council meeting. Everyone is welcome to attend.Budget Deliberations: November 12-13 from 8:30 - 4 pm at the Kinsmen Community Centre. These are open to the public.
TOWN NOTICESTown Hall offi ces open November 12 in our new location on 54 Street. Turn north at the Fire Hall corner – we are in the old “Pink School.” We look forward to serving you in our new location. Sign Up for Monthly Tax Plan payments - Please sign up by December 18, 2015 for the 2016 Tax Year. You will need to sign a form and be sure to bring a “VOID” cheque with you.Winter hours at the Waste Transfer Station have started: 10 – 4, Tuesday to Saturday. Remember - the Waste Transfer Station now accepts household hazardous waste (paint and electronics).Garbage and Recycling carts will be delivered in December - The Town has contracted with Green for Life Environmental to begin a town-wide pick up of garbage and recycling. The Town is also working with Ponoka Rising Sun Clubhouse to make sure that every household to keep Ponoka pretty and green. Ponoka Rising Sun Clubhouse existing and new customers - watch for information about signing up for their services Watch for pick-up schedules and details from the Town, coming soon!Recreation Schedules are online - Please check Ponoka.ca for swim schedules and for Shinney Hockey and Public Skating times. Thanks to the Ponoka Lion’s Club for sponsoring Public Skating.Ice Rental: Small ice surface is available for rent. Contact Tamara @403- 783-0131
Ponoka Stampeders Junior B Hockey - November 14 home game against High River at 8 pm
CP Holiday Train - December 8 Arrival at 5:30 PM; show from 5:45 – 6:15 pm. This is a fundraiser for our local foodbank! Please donate generously to those in need at Christmas.
Ponoka’s 2nd annual Festival of Trees takes place from November 19 – 21
Ponoka FCSS Starry Nights Road Trip - December 3 Ponoka to Red Deer for shopping, dinner and a sleigh ride at Heritage Ranch; tickets on sale now - $40. Call 403-783-4462 for yours now!
Ponoka Fire Department Weekly ReportPONOKA FIRE WEEKLY REPORT: OCT. 29 – NOV. 4
The Fire Department took part in Halloween night by showing a presence and promoting safety to the
kids and parents out and about by handing out candy and glowsticks.
Winter is approaching, so please start to adjust your driving for the changing weather. Let’s all do out
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• 4 Motor Vehicle Accidents
• 1 Oil Battery Fire
• Alarm Call
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Students and parents celebrate PSC high school achievementsStudents and parents cel-
ebrated hard work over
the year during Ponoka Secondary Campus’ awards banquet Wednesday, Nov. 4.
The event is a way to
Virginia Harvey received the Glencoe Resources Scholarship from Doug Geeraert, executive vice-president of Glencoe Resources, Wednesday, Nov. 4 during the PSC awards banquet. Photo by Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye
BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE recognize the dedication of students, said vice-principal Ron Rarick. “What I’m most proud of is the number of students and the quality of students that we pick from.”
There were numerous Grade 10 to 12 honours and special awards offering either cash prizes or scholarships to recipients. “Every year seems we get really good kids that are selected for the awards,” Rarick added.
Several years ago, the school changed the format from a formal event to the banquet to include parents in the night.
“It just becomes more of a family, social kind of affair,” said Rarick.
Seeing the large number of honours students and awards presented, it gives some confi rmation to Rarick that educators are working with students to meet their needs. For the Grade 8 and 9 honours breakfast on the same day, he said there were close to 100 students up for an award of some kind.
He was reluctant to single one student out at the night, choosing more to focus on the student population as a whole for dedication to their high school education. He said there are some schools that have gone away from
awards nights but suggests there is strong communi-ty support for students in Ponoka.
One student, Virginia Harvey, earned close to $7,000 in cash prizes and tuition support. “It doesn’t
take long to use that money up,” said Rarick.
He suggested the cost for books alone can make a post-secondary education rather costly. Despite those costs, Rarick is proud of their hard work. “They’re being
successful and it’s great that they pop into the school … the awards defi nitely help them out.”
He added that he is pleased it is a social event that celebrates the school and students.
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Ponoka Legion
active in remembrance
Members of the Ponoka Legion have been active in the community advocating remembrance of veterans.
Along with the candlelight tribute and other remem-brance ceremonies, this year the Ponoka Legion also hosted its fi rst Flags of Remembrance ceremony that has 128 fl ags raised to honour fallen soldiers in Centennial Park. “It has been a positive experience for the whole community,” said president Sybil Evans.
“We try to do things that make people remember promoting remembrance,” said Evans.
She suggests activity breeds activity and the more events the Legion hosts, the more people want to take part. “At this time I think we are enjoying a good bubble.”
The Legion’s mission is to promote remembrance and advocate for veterans’ needs.
With an active Ponoka Legion, Ponoka Air Cadets and Ponoka schools ad-vocating remembrance of Canada’s veterans, Evans suggests the future looks bright for Ponoka. “I think that the kids from 12 to 25, or even 30 have much better grounding and are more cognizant of what went on then, the generation before that … it certainly seems to be the participation that we have.”
She hopes that will con-tinue and another genera-tions of veterans’ advocates will rise up and speak for Canada’s soldiers. “It defi -nitely affects the whole community,” Evans said.
While its membership is aging some, Evans said planners are engaging a younger population in the community with more so-cial events. The goal is to garner more interest in the Legion and develop a younger age of advocates for remembrance.
“The challenge is going to be to keep all of these things going,” said Evans.
Despite those challenges, every time one event is over, Evans says members of the Legion come up with new and different ideas to continue to bring remem-brance events and commu-nity events to Ponoka.
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Re ections of PonokaRe ections of PonokaA salute to soldiers through the years
BY MIKE RAINONE FOR THE NEWS
Since the end of the 19th century many hun-dreds of men and women from the Ponoka area have bravely served our nation in all areas of the armed forces in the devastating corridors of war, during peacekeeping efforts, and in the reserve corps at home and throughout the world. Their valiant efforts and sacrifices have covered a span of more than 100 years and continue to the pres-ent day, and they must never be forgotten.
Our deep respect and appreciation can be shared throughout our community by wearing a bright red poppy, as well as by attending the annual Remembrance Day parade (10:15 a.m.) and ceremonies at 10:45 a.m. on Wednesday,Nov. 11 at the Ponoka branch of the Royal Ca-nadian Legion. Of the more than 800 veterans from this area who have served in the many di-visions of the army, navy and air force, a great many would give the supreme sacrifice on the field of battle, a lot have now passed away and all
others will always proudly cherish the memories and continue to salute their comrades of past and present.
We have chosen photos of Ponoka veterans at random from many books, as well as listing gen-erations of town and district individuals who have and always will proudly wear the uniforms of our Canadian forces. Of course, it was impossible to publish them all on this page but this article is dedicated to each and every one of our soldiers and their families from the past and present.
Photos submitted
ARMY VETERANSEleanor DickHelen HuscroftDonald ReidGlen HolmesHarold CaseyCarl CadekKenneth StowellWilliam GriffithLeslie and Neville RuddickHershel JevneJohn and William HarrisEarl and William HuscroftJack SeifertBernard ReddickRoy WilsonGordon LeeJack-Jack and Victor WillsDonald and Clarence KylerJulius LanceJohn and Sandy MathewsonC. ArmitJames MurrayJames BuchananLeslie ErvinDonald ReesGil PlantGordon NelsonArthur ByeEva MacDonaldGeorge GodderisIn the Air forceDon WolcottWalter BurchnallGlen Mah PoyMichael CarterDon and Bill SutherlandDoug Innes
Berge ElgaardRichard SlaterS. I. DineenMargaret WatsonR. ReeseCharles SchramJohn KitchenLawrence and Lloyd McKinnonA.J. CrandallRobert MatternGordon and Vernon KayHarold KnipfelJoe FarrellOscar HarmanLester-Gordon and Gerald BradyKen EtzikornStan KembryLeslie FinchJoe JohnstonJack CooteBruce and Doug WarrenDonald BoutwellWilson KlecknerRonald McKelveyHarry DaviesGordon PurnellDonald HarrisMax and Harry CrandallWilliam GillBernard SeversenFred WilliamsNeil HughesWilfred JacksonHarry FergusonDelton GirlingDonald PurnellPaul ChristensenDouglas MorisonKenneth NelsonIsabel PlantJ. B. TopperIn the NavyNorman CreightonJack KlecknerBill JonesE. H. KreftingFrank SmithRichard ThomsonBrandt McKayMarvin SeversenThomas ChandlerRobert WatsonNorman NelsonEdwin MassingWorld War 1 VeteransF. AmesCharles Aylwin
Alberta Mary Watt, RCAF W.D.
Samuel Edward Wills, WW II
Kathryn Mary Johnston CWAC
George S. Wilson WW II
Bud Gordon Akins, Can Army
Richard James Slater WW II
John Lloyd Bowie WW I
Donald Gordon Jardine WW II
Isabelle Mary Prive (Crawford) CAF
Robert (Scotty) McFarlane WW II
Hugh Michael Greene
Frank Henry Vogel WW II
George Henry Pugh
Archie Morrow WW II
Howard Alexander Webb RCAF
Michael L (Mickey) Carter RCAF
Phillip Wierzba RCAF
George William Heartwell RCAF
Martin Robert Stokes Can Army
Rose Stoddart RCAF
John Martin WW II
George Stewart Maule Korean War
Noreen Trahan WAC
Jack Kleckner Navy
Anthony BarrettS. BascombeEdwin George BoddyEdward Henry BrophyClifford and Francis ClaytonJames Huston CoxO. DavisWilliam DeardonArthur DubbinIvan Myrrie FisherGerard David GlydeW. GrantJack and W. JonesDaniel JoshuaThor KreftingHenry LarocqueAllan W. McLeanJ. and W. MurrayL. MorrowN.C.W. NielsenThomas PhillipsClement and Jim PikeRobert Paton SharpeHerbert ShawElmer SkinnerJohn Cedric SlaterWesley Rosco SmithArthur SummerscalesPalmer TorgesonCanadian Forces during WW IIRoy Joseph ClevelandJohn Fraser GordonOrton DoddsGeorge Earl WilsonCecil DonaghyClarence SchiererBill RutherfordJoe SweitzerJoseph VogelStan TofsrudRobert J. WatsonLes BossenberryArthur CaldwellGeorge DebneyMarie DespeigalaereClarence JevneGeorge EdelmanGene GuertinJoseph HarperAlbert HornbyAlfred JensenRoy KinleyDouglas KlecknerJim TrahanJulius LanceCliff MassingKen McMechan
Stan MonkmanJim MurrayHarry StegmanDavid OromHelen ReadRichard ReeseEarl RobertsEdward WinterErnest DahmsWalter BurchnallDonald WilsonGeorge WheatleyFrank-James and Ken G. SmithRichard (Bud) SlaterJoseph (Hector) LabrieJoseph Gordon BradyGeorge CameronDuane Guy KirkWillard DoranEddy DonaldGilbert EhrmanJohn HarrisJohn HedrichKen FenskeEarl (Jeff) HuscroftRobert KayKenny RaymondRaymond Marinus KreftingClarence LeeKenneth LucasJames MacWilliamFrederick Keith MillerErnie MeyersGeorge PatenaudeAlbert QuastRobert J. Riddoch Jr.Ernest RileyAlex RutherfordSvend SondergaardStuart InnesGordon WaldernWilliam WheatleyDouglas WilesMardon Oliver TulkTourance William TurnerL. WattWilliam John and Bert WilsonLawrence and Roy WyattDennis JonesClarence and Irving SeagraveDon WiltseDevere StowellMorley and Ronald McKelveyM RuddickFred-Ernie and Stanley
HickmoreJack Seifert
Leon StoddardKen NelsonBernhard LynnHarold CaseyHarold LuceDon StowellMilton GilchrestThomas J. CooperElmer HeaterHerman ZimmermanRobert CrawfordJames GriffithsWilliam RileyAllan WatsonDoris HuscroftWilliam BazelikVic CourserEve JustinMary BurnsWalter SchiererGlen Mah PoyDean and Ken IrelandDon PurnellGordon LeeMalvern HughesTrent RussellMark WaltersBetty SeifertWalter TaylorMilton TumlinsonLes FinchMuriel HarmanDon and Robert StowellBill and John HarrisBernard LynnGlen HolmesSophie KoleyakBill Griffiths
On this day, I encourage all Canadians to remember not only those that lost their lives in wartime, but to remember all the men and woman that sacrifi ced themselves for the good of our country. Remember that Freedom comes at a cost, and the men and women that selfl essly served our country paid that cost. They have paid with their lives so that we all can enjoy the freedoms afforded to us.
Lest We Forget
Family sponsors grandfather with fl ag
and plaque
A Ponoka family has taken remembrance to a new level by sponsoring a grandfather who fought in the Second World War.
When the chance came to sponsor a fl ag at the Ponoka Legion’s Flags of Remembrance ceremony recently, the Giles family jumped at the opportunity. Nancy Giles said her family sponsored a fl ag for her grandfather, Theodore Kother, who joined the Canadian forces in the Second World War. “We all worked together to put in the money and buy the fl ag.” Giles added that it gave her goosebumps to be part of the ceremony.
While Kother was relatively quiet about his experience fi ghting for Canada, Giles said it felt like the right thing to do to honour him. “He didn’t want to stress other people out about what he had to be part of,” said Giles.
She said her entire family is close and this seemed an ideal way to honour her grandfather. Bringing the family together for the ceremony felt quite patriotic.
While her son Dylan was not there for the ceremony, seeing the fl ags is a source of pride. “Every time I go past these fl ags it just makes me happy that people will go out and raise these fl ags,” Dylan Giles said.
He suggests that simple act of remembrance is an im-portant part of being Canadian.
“It just really hit home how amazing it is that people gave up their life for freedom,” added Dylan.
This photo shows Ponoka soldier George Patenaude (left) presented with an award. His story is told with research from students at PSC as part of the Broncs World Tour.
Photo submitted
Students’ research sheds light on Ponoka-
born soldier’s storyAs the years of war be-
come distant, it has become increasingly diffi cult to fi nd and speak with veterans of World War II, but thanks to research from a group of stu-dents at Ponoka Secondary Campus (PSC), those stories are seeing the light of day.
Every soldier who died in the First and Second World has a story to tell and re-search from former students and members of the Broncs World Tour, Hannah Allin and Adam Rowland, has now allowed the story of George Patenaude to see the light of day.
The two spoke at a PSC Remembrance Day ceremo-ny Thursday, Nov. 5. Their dedicated research showed that Patenaude was born in Ponoka Jan. 20, 1920. At 19-years-old, in 1939, he enlisted as a private with the Royal 22e Regiment of the Canadian Army.
Patenaude fought with the Allied forces in Italy when he was sent there in 1943.
Further research by the students showed that Patenaude showed bravery
BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE
BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYE and skill in a tight spot. On the night of July 18, 1943, his platoon came under enemy fi re, which caused injuries among troops. Using a light machine gun, called a Bren, Patenaude helped the vehicle carrying them reach safety.
Rowland and Allin state in their research that at one point in the evening, Patenaude managed to sin-gle handedly rush to an enemy pillbox, or concrete guard post, and capture the post while having bullet wounds in both his buttocks and leg.
Patenaude later suffered shrapnel wounds to his head on Dec. 16 of that year, which eventually proved fatal.
By the time he reached the age of 22, Patenaude had received a 1939-45 Star, the Italy Star, Defense Medal, War Medal, the Canadian
Volunteer Service Medal and the Canadian Military Medal.
For their research, Rowland was allowed to tour the military archives and La Citadelle in Quebec City, Que. and the mess hall named after Patenaude. Generally the public is not allowed in mess halls, said Rowland.
Allin added that there was quite a bit of research and time required to garner as much information as they did. Their research covers more information than what was provided in this story.
Being able to go to Europe and see Patenaude’s grave site was a signifi cant part of the research, said Allin and Rowland. They were able to get four gravestone rubbings from the trip, one of which is being donated to the La Citadelle military installation.
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Served with the Pilot’s Special Group of the Royal Canadian Air Force from May 1943 to October 1945. Thomas Allen Hamilton also received the Pilot’s Flying Badge.He later settled in Ponoka, where he and his wife Peggy raised their family and were very successful in the grocery business.
Thomas Allen Hamilton
Served as a Private in the fi eld from 1941 to 1945
Harry Campbell York
Served in the Royal Canadian Air Force for 2 ½ years and was awarded Voluntary and Victory medals.
Harold L. Dewhirst (I.A.C.)
NEVERFORGET.
Remembrance DayNovember 11th
Served in the Fleet Air Arm of the H.M Royal Navy in the Atlantic, Mediterranean, and Pacifi c Oceans for 12 years.Petty Offi cer D. Doug Redding was awarded the 39-45 Star, Victory Medal, Atlantic Star, African Star, and the Peace Medal. His vivid memories include looking over the side of the ships and seeing a torpedo running alongside only a yard away, viewing the devastating explosions of the ships after a torpedo hit, and chasing the Bismarck. In the Ark Royal Aircraft carrier they were torpedoed and
D. (Doug) ReddingPetty Offi cer
lost the carrier, and those Russian convoys were pretty hectic!
PTE. CaradogW. Jones#625318
England, and despite suffering from this horrible experience for the rest of his life, would re-enlist in the Home Guard during World War Two.
Was born in Wales, then came with his parents to New York State, and later settled in the Wood River district just east of Ponoka in 1903.Pte. Jones served in the Army/Infantry with the 8th Winnipeg Battalion “Little Black Devils” from April 13, 1916 to May 15, 1918. He fought during World War One in France and Belgium, including Vimy Ridge, and then on August 15, 1917 at Hill 70 near Loos. A whiff of mustard gas from a German shell would end his army career.Caradog Jones would spend many months in hospitals in France and
Was born in Ferintosh. Alberta on January 18, 1919 and completed his military training at the N.P.A.M. Training Centre in Camrose. He enlisted in the Calgary Regiment in 1940 and served for one month, but was not allowed to continue because of a steel plate in his leg. Mr. Rutz moved to Ponoka in 1973 and has been a very active supporter of the Royal
HenryRutz
Canadian Legion Branch #66. Henry passed away February 2013 at the age of 93.
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“Hats off to our veterans.”
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“Keep your fears to yourself, but share your courage with others.”
Wagner’s Automotive403-783-6804“A hero is someone who has given his or her life
to something bigger than oneself.”
Ponoka First Call Towing403-783-3636“Their remembrance be as lasting as the land they honoured.”
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“We salute all those who have served. We
remember.”
Tantec Electronics403-783-4000“Their names will live
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Hamilton’s IGA
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but our lives.”
Randy Hammond Livestock Trucking
403-783-6281We remember the fallen
and are grateful for their gift of freedom.”
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JOSEPH VOGELBranch of service - Army, Unit 1 anti-tank regiment, RCA.Enlisted 1942 – 45Holland, ItalyWW 2
JOHN TAYLORCANADIAN ARMY SERVICE CORPS L8268
KATHLEEN EDNA LOUCELLE O’CONNOR
(CONNIE ABEL)Sgt. Canadian Army, Regina SaskatchewanCanadian Volunteer Service Medal 1939-1945Administrative Duty
William Joseph HarperWilliam served in France during World War 1 in the Army’s 151st Central Alberta Batallion, and the 78th Winnipeg Grenadiers from 1916 to 1919.He was wounded in 1917. After the war, William purchased Soldier Settlement land in the Eastside District of Ponoka.
Rayne Dennis (Joe) SchultzEnlisted on July 10, 1940Overseas May 1942Remained in postwar RCAFAwarded Queen’s Coronation Medal October 1953Made Offi cer, Order of Military Merit 1974Retired in October 1977
Eldred StampRCAFEnlisted 1950Korean
Medals: Good ConductAl was born in Swift Current, Saskatchewan in 1931. He joined the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1950 as an Aero engine technician. Al served in Trenton, Ontario, Gimli, Manitoba with the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan, and in France with 430 Squadron, Al remustered to ground radar and served at Lac St. Denis, Quebec on the Pontree (radar) Line. He retired after 15 years with the rank of Sergeant due to family medical reasons. Al then worked for the Canadian Marconi Company in Montreal as a fi eld engineer, technical writer, and industrial trainer. He obtained his Bachelor of Education degree at the University of Alberta and taught high school electronics and computers at Ponoka Composite High School CHS in Ponoka, Alberta until retirement. Al has been a member of Ponoka Legion Branch 66 for fi ve years.
Jerry ReynoldsJerry enlisted in the Navy during World War Two at the age of 16. He was released after 4 months when his true age was discovered. When he was 18, he enlisted in the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry and served as a paratrooper until October 1946. Jerry re-enlisted in the RCAF in 1951 and served 12.5 years. Jerry has been a Life Member of the Legion Branch 66 Ponoka for 48 years. He chaired the sports, social, and clubroom committees and served as President in 1979. In 1976 he chaired an ad hoc committee called Operation Service introduced by Dominion Command to determine the status of all Veterans in each branch area.
Maureen Thomas ( Mo)RCAFEnlisted 1951KoreanMo was born in Lethbridge, Alberta in 1933. She trained as a psychiatric nurse at the Essendale Psychiatric Hospital in British Colombia. Mo joined the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1951 as a nursing assistant and trained at St. Jean Quebec and served at Gimli, Manitoba with the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan. She retired on her wedding day. Mo was attached to the Royal Canadian Air Force until her husband retired in 1971. She has been a member of the Ponoka Legion Branch 66 for a few years.
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Noreen L. (Lourance) Trahan
Served as a Corporal in the Canadian Army.
Dorthy (Dixon) Robertson
Served as a Sargent Major in the Army in England.
Sargent MajorWalter Shaw
Henry Albert Rowan (L59817)
Was a member of the 3rd RCA 77th Battery, Royal Canadian Artillery, Regina Rifl es, serving in Belgium, France, Holland, Dieppe, India N.W. Frontier, from October 17, 1940 until 1946. Gunner Rowan, who served in D-Day, was awarded the 39-45 Star, Italy Star, Defense Medal C.V.S.M. and Clasp
Served with the Canadian Women’s Army Corp. from May 1943 until 1945
Ponoka Professional
Pharmacy403-783-7333“Their lives were given
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In TownElectric
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“Commemorate the sacrifices in times
of war.”
Ponoka Health Foods403-783-3944
“They are our family, friends and neighbours; everyday citizens, yet so
much more.”
Ponoka Dental Center403-783-5844
“How important it is to recognize and celebrate
our heroes and she-roes!.”
Ponoka Reddi-Mart403-783-6310
“We are forever grateful.”
Arthur McKinleyPrivate
Served with the Scottish Argyll Highlanders, Halifax NS.Enlisted December 1940 and discharged February 12,1946.Received that 1939-1945 Star and the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and clasp
Edwin RaycraftServed in the Army, Candian Expeditionary Force, 1916.England, France.Canadian Forces Medal, Disinguished Conduct Medal.Edwin fought and was wounded at Vimy Ridge. He never spoke of his horrifi c war experiences, but loved to sing the war songs fom those years.
Joe JohnsonRCAF
96 SQD, 410 SQd, 108 SQD1941-1945North Africa, MaltaMedals awarded: DFCRaised at Ponoka, attended Eastside School, Presently resides at Swift Current, SK 96 years old
Walter BurchnallRCAF Pilot
1943 – 1946 &1951 – 1969.Southeast Asia Command Burma.Most Canadians don’t realize that approximately 8,000 Canadians served in the India/Burma Theatre in WW2, and that at least 500 were killed in action. They are remembered in the Kohima Epitaph. “When you go home tell them of us and say:For your tomorrow, we gave our today”.
LLOYD COLIN MACKENZIE
Branch of Service: Army SergeantPrincess Pats Light InfantryYears Enlisted: World War TWO, 1939-1945 KoreaEurope and AfricaMedals. F & G Star, 39-45 Star, Defense medal UN Korea Can. Korean Medal, SVSM 39-45 MedalParachuted part of D-Day, Wounded, Prisoner of War.
P/O Donald James Hoar
Branch of Service: Royal Canadian Air Force.Unit: No. 124 (Ferry) Squadron, No. 18 AFU (RAF), No. 8 AFU (RAF), No. 6 AFU (RAF), No. 9 AFU (RAF), No. 24 OTU, No. 1666 HCU (RAF).Years enlisted: 1942 – 1945.Served in European TheatreP/O Donald Hoar was based in England and Wales between 1943 and 1945, serving as an instructor for pilots and air observers.
R. Johanson Sales
403-783-5185“Their memory will live
on forever.”
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John W. Low Agencies Inc.403-783-5512
“From generation to generation, may we always
remember those who served and continue to serve.”
Dot’s Crafts
403-783-4091“May we always
remember our heroes.”
“For love of country they accepted death.”
“Lest we forget.”
“We will remember them, the fallen in cause of the free.”
3809 Cpl (G) Patrick CarterRCAF – trained in Ontario and Quebec. 428 Search and Rescue- Edmonton (Namao)445 Sqrdn. Uplands ( CF 100) then #1 Wing RCAF, Marville France. Then to Trenton RCAF. Working with crew as Cpl. #rd Class Aero Engine. Then to the war in Pakistan, 1965.Medals 12 year, Good Conduct. Peace Keeping after 15 years. Returned to civilian life in 1965-66. Family followed except to Pakistan. Spent three years at #1 Wing Marville, France.
Corporal (G) Patrick Carter
Served in the Royal Canadian Army, Royal Canadian Corp Signals from 1941-1945 and was awarded 1939-45 Star, Italy Star, Canadian Volunteer Service Medal, and the France and Germany Star.Private William Hrycyk saw duty in Canada, the United Kingdom, the Central Mediterranean, and Continental Europe.
William Hrycyk(Private)
Trained at the C.W.A.C. in Vermillion, and served as a Sergeant for the Department of National Defence (Army) from 1942 to 1945 in Calgary.
Ethel Almeda York
Served with the Canadian Expeditionary Force 51st Battalion Army overseas from August 7, 1915 until March 22, 1919.Private Liddell fought in World War one in France at Vimy Ridge and Hill 70. He was later wounded, returned home, and later discharged.
Private James Liddell
Regiment #437496
Captain Mitchell C. Collins
Canadian Forces Military Police 2001 - Present.Service in Afghanistan.Mitchell served in the reserves while attending U of A. He received his commission with the Military Police in 2008. He served as Provost Marshall at CFB Wainwright and is currently serving in Afghanistan as Provost Marshall at Kabul Base.
Served In the Royal Canadian Air Force as a Flight Offi cer from 1941 - 1945 during the WW2. Decorated with the Canadian Volunteer Medal, 1939 - 43 Star, Pacifi c Star & General Service Medal.
George Albert Hornby
Liisa’s Flower World
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First Choice Auto & Truck Repair and
Ponoka Towing 403-783-8327“In valor there is hope.”
Town & Country
Supplies Ltd.403-783-5555“Our cheer goes back to them, the valiant dead!.”
Accu-Printing & Design
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nathional anthem.”
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Strand Media Corp. 403-783-2100“Lest we forget those who sacrificed their
lives for our freedom.”
mackenzie’s
“Paying tribute to our fellow countrymen and women on Remembrance Day.”
5561 Highway 53, Ponoka403-783-9164
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Served with the Canadian Army (Active), Royal Canadian Artillery, 2nd Battery, 3rd Antitank from June 1941 - Feb. 1947.He served in Canada, Britain, Central Mediterranean Area and Northwest Europe. William Henkelman was awarded the 1939-1945 Star, Italy Star, France and Germany Star, Defence Medal, Canadian Volunteer Service Medal with clasp and War Medal 1939-1945.
William (Bill) Henkelman
Served in the Royal Canadian Airforce from 1941 to 1945
James A.Trahan
Served with Canadian Army (Active), from July 1940 – 1945, in Canada, Britain, Northwest Europe. Decorated with 1939-45 Star, France and Germany Star, Defense Medal, Canadian Volunteer Service Medal with Clasp and War Medal
Cliff Zachary Stevens
(Trooper) M45415
Served as a Private in England during the 1st World War.
Edward DixonCrawford
Agencies403-783-4033
“May we always remember those
who served.”
Crystal Glass
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live on forever.”
Bruce Harbin Welding Ltd. 403-783-7591
“Honouring our veterans proudly.”
Birchland Dental Clinic 403-783-5225
“The brave die never, though they sleep in dust.”
Thirsk Automotive
Distributors LTD403-783-2921“A poppy is to remember”
Canadian Army GunnerYears enlisted: 4Served in Canada, United Kingdom, Continental EuropeMedals: 1939-1945 Star, France-Germany Star, Canadian Volunteer Service medal and clasp. The Defence Medal, The War Medal
H. E. (Ted) Murray
Royal Canadian Army Service CorpEnlisted April 10, 1942Served 5 months in Canada and 36 months in the UK and Continental Europe(Belgium and Holland)Discharged September 28, 1945
PTE Wilfrid C. Weatherill
Served in the Canadian Armed Forces Edmonton Branch 63rd Canadian Battalion (as Private) then transferred to 5th Battalion as Srgt. John was enlisted Sept. 5, 1915, wounded in Sept. 1916, demobilized 1919. Served in Sommes and Ypres theatres.
John born in Scotland 1893 emigrated to Canada in 1910 with C.I.B.C. Following the war he served at several bank locations, returning to Ponoka in 1937 as secretary treasurer and later town manager until his retirement in 1963. In 1958 he served on the Alberta Royal Commission instrumental in establishing the Ponoka General Hosipital, serving as the fi rst Sec. Treas. Was a magistrate in Ponoka 1959-1966, an organist 26 yrs. with the United Church, member Royal Canadian Legion #66, Britannia Lodge #18 and originator of Ponoka Burns Club. John passed away June 1983.
John Happell Galbraith
Ponoka Fertilizer Ltd.403-783-4103
“The purpose of all war is peace.”
Reay K. Code ( Major)
Royal Canadian Artillery1939-1945WW2. Britain, France, Belgium, Holland1939-1945 star, France & Germany Star, Defense Medal, Canadian volunteer Service Medal & Clasp, The War Medal 1939-1945, Canadian Effi ciency Medal, Canadian Forces Long Service CDWas in the fi rst contingent to liberate Holland
Corporal Luke A SperberArmy1 Field Ambulance EdmontonEnlisted June 2009 – currentPrimary care paramedic, Medical tech qualifi cation level 5, Op Nanook – fi rst responder to downed Air fl ight 656, Op Lentis – to the fl oods in Manitoba, many domestic operations
22 PONOKA NEWS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2015
403-783-5568
“By remembering history we honour the past, as we build toward a peaceful future.”
A member of Draft 4 Company, 1st Depot, Royal Canadian Army.Allen saw active service in Europe.
Allan Herbert Crawford
Served with the Corps. R.C.A.S.C. C.A. for fi ve years in France and the Netherlands.John Peter Matejka immigrated to Canada from Czechoslovakia and settled in Ponoka, Alberta. He worked as a young man for his older brother, and then enlisted in the army as a qualifi ed machinist. He married a young woman in Holland and brought her back to Canada with her young son.
John Peter Matejka M28289 PTE.
Served in the Royal Canadian Air Force on Unit 2 bombing and Gunning from 1940 - 1945 during the WW2. Bill did his training at St. Thomas, Ont, stationed at Mossbank Sask. He was also an Aero Mechanic. Bill was awarded with Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and War Metal.
SGT. Wm. E. (Bill) Ferguson
Served in the Women’s Division of the Royal Canadian Air Force for two and a half years as a Secretary/Clerk. Her job was to sign discharge papers and she had the honour of discharging her own brother, Tom Crawford, a long time resident of Ponoka.
Isabella M.Crawford
Served with the 6th Field Ambulance Unit in Belgium from 1939 to 1940 and from 1946 to 1947. After a buzz bomb hit a theatre in Belgium many soldiers were killed, and Clarence Kyler replaced the Coroner in charge and was later awarded a Dispatcher Medal.He later re-enlisted and served in Administration positions in Calgary (1947-48), Vancouver (1951-54), Barrie (1954-57), and in Toronto from 1957 to 1968.
ClarenceKyler
A. E. Donald CaldwellRoyal Canadian Engineers10th Field Squadron1940-1945Served in England and Italy5 Canadian medalsDuring his service Don was wounded twice and survived malaria. After the war he and his wife Vera farmed in the fertile Forest District. Don passed away in 2008 at age 90.
Don Caldwell
Flowers For You
403-783-8190“With honour and
respect to our veterans.”
Hi-Pro Feeds
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they gave their todays”
Chrome Safety
Services403-782-0455
“There have always been brave men and women protecting our nation of
freedoms”
Ponoka Cabinet Makers
403-783-4319“The patriot’s blood is the seed of Freedom’s tree.”
A&J Automotive
Repair403-783-8755“They sleep in the land
they made free.”
Northcott Care Centre403-783-4764“You know the real meaning of PEACE only if you have
been through the war.”
Sommer Home Hardware
Building Centre403-783-4464
“Bravery never goes out of fashion.”
Integra Tire & Auto Service403-783-3998403-783-3998“The hero dead cannot expire. The dead still
play their part.”
Will’s Welding
403-783-3733“With the tears a Land hath shed, their graves should ever be green.”
Vold Jones Vold Auction403-783-5561
“Lest we forget.”
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Served with the Canadian Expeditionary Force from 1914 - 1918. Lewis trained with the cavalry, but horses were lost at sea. He volunteered to be a machine gunner. The nest was blown up by Germans and he received a back injury. Lewis was awarded the British War Medal and Victory Medal.
Lewis EdwinTaylor
Phil Sterling, a Canadian, served in the British A.T.S. (Auxiliary Transport Service) where she met her husband and future ‘war bride’, Pete Stirling. She was stationed down the road from Queen Elizabeth, who served as a light duty mechanic during WWII.Phil was the subject of a BBC interview in this photo.
PhilSterling
Served for four years with the 50th
Overseas Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force, including the Battle of Vimy Ridge.Near Passchendaele in October 1917 Charles William Healing was shot in the right shoulder and wounded with shrapnel in his arm, severing the nerves. He arrived in England on November 10th and was hospitalized in Aldershot, Birmingham, and was later transferred to Edmonton. During his service Charles William Healing was awarded the Victory Medal and the British War Medal.
Charles William Healing
Served on Air Crew in the Royal Canadian Air Force from November 23, 1943 until March 15, 1946. Decorated with the War Service Medal, Active Service Medal, Overseas Medal. I arrived overseas in 1944 on the R.M.S. Aquitania, which was the same boat my father Allen came home on from the First World War.
Thomas Kerr Crawford
(Warrant Offi cer 2, Can R78850)
Rowland Parker & Assoc.403-783-3315
“The hardships of our veteransendured to keep our land free.”
Kathryn Johnson was born in Lougheed, Alberta on January 12, 1919 to Eugene and Ruth Johnson. She enjoyed attending a rural school in the countryside close to the family homestead. In September, 1942 Kathryn enrolled in the Canadian Women’s Army Corp. She was stationed in Canada until March of 1943, at which time she was transferred to the United Kingdom, where she served until 1945. She vividly remembers her mother crying as both she and her brothers left to serve in Europe all at the same time, and wondering why. Once Kathryn became a mother she completely understood! Upon returning to Canada Kathryn Johnson moved to Yellowknife, N.W.T. to gain employment, and it was there that she met Thomas Albers. Mrs. Albers was very active with the Royal Purple for many years while in Yellowknife,
Kathryn Albers (Johnson)
and they moved to Ponoka in 1966. After the passing of her husband in 1990 Kathryn moved into the Legion Arms, where she stayed until 2004, and has now taken up residence at the Rimoka Lodge in Ponoka.
SergeantBruce D. WeberMaster Corporal
Jayne Strong
Central Office Supplies Ltd.403-783-2299
Sur-B-Enterprises Ltd
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“The legacy of heroes is the memory of a great
name and the inheritance of a great example.”
“Honouring our veterans”
Adams Chevrolet403-783-4494“Dead upon the field of glory. Hero fit for
song and story.”
Jones Agencies Insurance
403-783-3976“The legacy of heroes is the memory of a great
name and the inheritance of a great example.”
Wedin’s Team & Corporate403-783-3654
“These martyrs of patriotism gave their
lives for an idea.”
Ponoka Co-op Oils403-783-4288“Who kept the faith and
fought the fight; The glory theirs, the duty ours.”
Direct Travel & Cruise Centre
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Stretch Const. Ltd
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“They gave their all for our freedom.”
“Thank you for your sacrifice for our
freedom.”
H&RBlock
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freedom and peace.”
Steel Magnolias403-704-1110“Cheers for the living; tears for the dead.”Sergeant Bruce D. Weber (son of Brenda
& George Verheire) and his wife, Master Corporal, Jayne Strong presently live on an acreage near Cold Lake Military Base Where Bruce serves as an Electrical Mechanical Engineer with the Army. Jayne is now retired from the Canadian Air Force after serving 14 years.During his service, Bruce participated after Hurricane Andrew in Florida, fl ooding in Winnipeg, MB and the G8 Summit at Kananaskis. His served 6 months as a peacekeeper in Golan Heights and 6 months in Kandahar, Afghanistan. While living at Yellowknife, Bruce’s service also took him to the far north on several sovereignty tours to places such as Resolute, Mould Bay and
Isachson, Nunavut. He has been awarded CD & CC UNDOF & SWASM medals as well as Peacekeeping Service Medal. Bruce plans to retire from the military in September, 2016 with 27.5 years of service.The family is very proud of Bruce and Jayne’s faithful service to the Canadian Military!
403-783-3315
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PeacekeepingServed in Cote D’Ivoire, Africa.Nov. 2006 to Sept. 2007.
Chris Backus
Rank: SergeantBranch of Service: Royal Canadian Air ForceUnit: Royal Air Force Special ServicesYears Enlisted: 2 years (Nov.23, 1943)Served in World War IIUnder the Royal Air Force Special Services served 2 years over seas in the Burma Campaign asa Top Turret Gunner in the B24 Liberator Heavy Bomber
Lloyd George Froehler
Army Calgary TanksJanuary 1944-June 1946United Kingdom, Continental EuropeMedals: Canadian Volunteer ServiceWent to Holland to visit his brother, William Wheatley’s grave at the Holten Cemetery. William served in WW2 as well
GeorgeWheatley
RCAF Flying Offi cer (Can J45847) Pilot Offi cer, Air Bomber, Navigator1942-1945Mediterranean, Bombay, Algiers, Tripoli, Cairo, Basra, Karachi.Enlisted in RCAF 1942 at 20 years of age. A Flying Offi cer from Jan 25/43 to Ocotber 22/45Graduated as a pilot offi cer, Air Bomber, Navigator June 2, 1944Left Dorval Nova Scotia on 1st Liberator plane to leave for Europe
Robert L.Spence
Served in the Army Medical Corps for 3½ years from 1943 until 1946 in England. He treated wounded and sick soldiers for the duration of his stint.
Alfred Pipke
Lance Corporal Adams was a wireless operator with the Royal Canadian Corps of Signals.Died October, 2009 Age 98 years Fought in Sicily, Italy, France, Holland and Germany. He received numerous medals including the 1939-45 star, Italy Star, France Star, Germany Star, and Canadian Volunteer Service Medal.George Adams dedicated 60 years of service to the Royal Canadian Legion in Kelowna and Kamloops BC. His volunteerism included visits with over 60,000 disabled and shut-ins. George Adams was awarded the Royal Canadian Legion Meritorious
Lance Corporal George William Adams
Service Medal with Palm Leaf for his distinguished service. Uncle of Gerry and Heather Labrie;Ron and Lori Labrie and family of Ponoka, Alberta.
LQK
403-783-5189
“Dead upon the field of glory. Hero fit for
song and story.”
Ponoka Denture Clinic403-783-3771“They gave their all for
our freedom.”
SIRRS LLP
403-783-6021403-783-3325
“These martyrs of patriotism gave their
lives for an idea.”
Jones Boys Saddlery &
Western Wear403-783-3831
“In valor there is hope.”
Ponoka License & Registry
403-783-5525“We come, not to mourn our dead soldiers, but to
praise them.”
The Liquor Store
403-783-8484“Never forget the
sacrifices that were made.”
Central Vet Clinic
403-783-5200“The dead soldier’s silence sings our national anthem.”
Served in World War I
I. Ivan Redwood
Rifl eman, Regina Rifl es. KIA 24 April 1945. Buried Holton War Cemetery Holland
Stanley Skulmoski
Gordon F CarbertArmy, Canadian Forestry Corp.1940-1945Second World WarMedals: 39-45 Star, Ger. France, Defence, Vol. Medal, Victory MedalServed in England, Scotland, Germany, France, Holland. Sailed home on the Queen Elizabeth to New York, on the same ship as Winston Churchill.Passed away February 3, 2012
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Branch of Service: 16th Draft C.A.S.C.C.E.F.M.D.Unit: No. 13 Calgary. Years Enlisted .1917-1919.Served in: Passchendaele.Awarded the Service medal.
John L.Bowie
Branch of Service: ArmyUnit: 20th Field Regiment. Enlisted for 4 years. Served in Afghanistan on ROTO-8 with Task Force 3-09 with 2 PPCLI in PRT Force Protection ElementMedal Awarded: General Campaign Star
Mark JamesJohnson
Served from February 15, 1943, discharged November 12, 1945Basic training in Grande Prairie, went to Calgary for advanced training and left for Halifax on an old steam engiine July 1943.Served in England, Scotland, North Africa, Italy, France, Belgium, Holland.
Corporal C.J. (Charles) Fessler
InfantryUnit: Princess Patricia Light Infantry 4 yearsServed in theatres OP Athena 3-09 Afghanistan Awarded Campaign Star medal
Cpl. KurtSpelrem
403-783-3337“We are forever
grateful.”
Diversified Financial
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veterans proudly.”
Ecklund Water Well Service403-783-3712
“Commemorate the sacrifices in times
of war.”
Jorgenson Homes
403-783-6497“They died for freedom,
they died for us.”
Roger SpelremTrucking
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Served in the Royal Canadian Air Force, #416 Squadron. Decorated with the 1939-45 War Medal, C.V.S.M. and Clasp, Defence Medal, The French and Germany Star, 1939-45 Star. In March of 1945, after 64 tours of ops was asked to test plane and it blew up at 600 feet. Crashed in England - face burnt to a crisp. Broke back in 3 places, smashed both knees. Came home on hospital ship and was in a body cast. Participated in Battle of Britain. Flew over Dieppe.
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Marty GratrixArmy Engineer1 Combat Engineer Regiment – improvised explosive disposal operator in EOD team 3Enlisted 14 yearsServed in: Bosnia/Herzegovina 2002; Kabul Afghanistan 2004; Kandahar Afghanistan (Panjwai, Zhari districts) 2008Medals awarded: Bosnia medal, Canadian Forces Peacekeeping medal, Afghanistan Campaign Star, Canadian decoration medal (10 year)
Maury GratrixInfantry, 3PPCLI (3rd Battalion Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry), Sniper in 3VP recon Platoon. Enlisted 6 yearsServed in: Panjwai, Zhari districts, AfghanistanMedals awarded: Afghanistan Campaign StarJoined after 9/11, served as a sniper in Afghanistan in 2007 as part of task force 1/07 attached to Charlie company 3PPCLI/Airborne. Role there was to gather battlefi eld Intel behind enemy lines and to harass and demoralize the enemy by providing long range precision fi re.Was qualifi ed in long range Recon, Paratrooper/Airborne, Sniper, Mountain Warfare, Winter Warfare, Advanced Communications, Ariel Delivery, PLQ, Fire Effects Technician, Honorably discharged in 2008
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Gerald WhittenPrivateServed in the Canadian Army from 1942 until 1945
Harley WhittenSapperServed in the Royal Canadian Engineers, Canadian Army, from April 1941 until March 1946
James Edward “Ted” Gardner
Canadian ArmyQueen’s Own Rifl es1943-1946England, Belgium and Holland1939-45 Star, France and Germany Star, Defence Medal, Canadian Volunteer Medal & ClaspWounded in Holland which ended his service.
Edwin “Ed” Massing
Ed was born in Ponoka, Alberta in 1919. He joined the army in 1941 but afrer three weeks of training he switched to the Navy and served on HMCS Tecumseh. He worked as a Shipwright, repairing ships in Sydney, Nova Scotia, and St. John’s Newfoundland. After being discharged on September 25, 1945, Ed purchased land through the LA. He was a member of Legion Branch 66 Ponoka for 47 years. He passed away in 1997.
Norman Henry Clair First military service was with the reserve infantry in the Highland Light Infantry of Galt Ontario (as it is known then) while attending high school.Upon graduation from high school Norman joined the regular force Royal Canadian Air Force where he took pilot training and ultimately became and air traffi c controller stationed at H.M.C.S. Naval Air Station, Dartmouth Nova Scotia.He left the military to attend Law School graduating in 1975. He then re-entered military service as a reserve legal offi cer with the Offi ce of the Judge Advocate General serving in Halifax Nova Scotia and Base Gagetown, New Brunswick.After 21 years combined regular force reserve time with the military, Norman retired from the military in 2002 with the rank of Major and holder of the Canadian Forces Decoration.
Roy Whitten1st PrivateWas in the 49th Ed. Regiment, Canadian Army, throughout the Second World War serving from 1939-1947
Vern EricksonM101119Air Force Royal Canadian Ordnance Corps CA1939-1945United Kingdom, Continental EuropeMedals: France & Germany Star, Canadian Volunteer Service MedalVern’s job was driving heavy duty breakdown trucks and recovering tanks and vehicles. His pay was $1.15 / day to start with and by the end of the war $1.75/ day
William B JonesServed on the Destroyer “Huron” in the Royal Canadian Navy from 1942 until 1945
Craig William Paterson
- Joined the Naval Reserve in 1978 and served until 1986.- Left the Naval Reserve to become a Constable with the Calgary Police Service and go to law school.- Re-enlisted in the Army in 1996 with the 15 Service Battalion in Edmonton where he is currently serving as a Logistic Offi cer holding down the rank of Captain as well as practising law in Ponoka.
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CP Rail’s Holiday Train is returning to Ponoka for a second year in a row on Tuesday, Dec. 8. File photo
CP Rail’s Holiday Train is set to return to Ponoka Tuesday, Dec. 8 for its second year in a row.
Usually the train vis-its communities every other year but a change in schedule, which added more communi-ties to the list, is bring-ing the train to Ponoka again, says Salem Woodrow, holiday train spokesperson with CP Rail. “We do try to reach as many communities as we possibly can.”
The popular train visit will have enter-tainment from Kelly Prescott and Devin Cuddy — son of Blue Rodeo’s Jim Cuddy — and a chance for res-idents to make food or cash donations to the Ponoka Food Bank. Woodrow said the main goal of the hol-iday train is to raise money, awareness and the need for food banks during the winter sea-son.
One of the goals this year is to bring healthy
BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYEPONOKA NEWS
donations to the food bank. Woodrow recom-mends canned meats, fruits and vegetables for donation. One way peo-ple can raise awareness is through social media sites using the hashtag: #HealthyDonat ions . This is a continuation of last year’s challenge, she added.
The schedule change was initially made to provide planners a way to reach out to more communities. Rather than travel north-bound to Wetaskiwin, the train will be south-bound from Edmonton to Calgary, making a stop in Ponoka at ap-proximately 5:30 p.m. with entertainment to start at 5:45 p.m.
“We’re reaching six new communities this year by chang-ing the schedule,” said Woodrow.
She added the times are fairly accurate for the event as the train is on a tight schedule to visit other commu-nities. Last year $4,000 was donated to the Ponoka Food Bank.
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Stampede Association readies itself for 80th anniversaryBY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYEPONOKA NEWS
Planning is moving along for the Ponoka Stampede and Exhibition Association’s 80th anniversary set for
2016.During the association’s
AGM Tuesday, Nov. 4, pres-ident Mike Stretch said the Ponoka Stampede is ranked eighth in the world, much
of that because of the dedi-cation from the hundreds of volunteers who help out on the busy week. “Ponoka and community should be very proud.”
With 80 years running, Stretch said a special com-mittee has been formed to put together a special cel-ebration. It appears those plans are already starting to
come together with the an-nouncement of Clint Black and Dallas Smith as the main stage entertainers for 2016.
Usually the musical groups are not known by the time of the AGM, said Stretch, but the scheduling was such that the association was able to secure them sooner.
Mayor Rick Bonnett said the Town of Ponoka will continue to work with the association in its planning efforts. “Everything you guys do puts Ponoka on the map,” said Bonnett.
Association pays off debtWhile the association’s
total revenues after expens-es ($308,000) were approxi-mately $100,000 less in 2015 compared to 2014, the group was also able pay off its debt, said Gord Parker, accountant with Rowland, Parker and Associates.
“$308,000 is not anything to be ashamed of,” said Parker.
“It’s still very healthy and very strong,” he added, “It comes down to a lot of vol-unteers.”
Those volunteers help en-sure the week runs smooth-ly and keeps the costs down for the group. Despite that the association does pay vol-unteer groups for clean up
and other programs.Total revenues were at
$3.65 million, up from $3.48 million in 2014 but expenses were also up. Costs for the grandstand and communi-cations, promotion, securi-ty and parking, advertising and video production all in-creased as well as further promotion of the Ponoka Stampede Queen.
Beer garden sales also dropped to $344,000 from $357,000 in 2014.
There was other growth as well with the Jace Hardy Memorial Bull Riding event seeing an increase in admis-sions and drink sales. This increase in revenue helped the bull riding event earn $13,000 after expenses de-spite $3,000 a decrease in sponsorship money.
Stretch is in his sec-ond year as the Ponoka Stampede president.
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Keiya Sinclari (right) and Nathan Sluggett transfer rice into bowls with two different types of implements Thursday, Nov.5 at the Kinsmen Community Centre. The day was part of a fi eld trip organized by the Battle River Watershed Alliance.
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BY JEFFREY HEYDEN-KAYEPONOKA NEWS
Grade 5 and 6 students at Ponoka Elementary School and St. Augustine Catholic School enjoyed a fun, interactive day of learning about Ponoka’s watershed.
The fi eld trip was held Thursday, Nov. 5 at the Kinsmen Community Centre by the Battle River Watershed Alliance with eight interactive stations that groups of students toured. Each station pro-vided in-depth informa-
tion related to managing the watershed, invasive zebra mussels in water bodies, the importance of bees to the ecosystem and how animals adapt, as well as others, said Natalie Olson, education and outreach co-ordina-tor with the alliance.
“They’re able to come and learn so much in a short period of time from guest experts,” said Olson.
Those experts are pas-sionate about the sub-ject they teach and as
such, Olson feels stu-dents garner important information that meets their Grade 6 wetlands and watersheds curricu-lum. While some of the information provided is advanced for the Grade 5 students, they will be able to use the learning for next year.
There was a certain ex-citement in the air with students asking ques-tions at each station or taking part in the activi-ties presented. There was a loud murmur of voices
in the room. “We’re so happy when there’s a lot of questions,” said Olson.
She added the noise level can increase but the interaction and excite-ment from students also shows they are involved in the process.
A First Nations story about a jumping mouse concluded the day.
Battle River Watershed Alliance hosts fi eld trip for Grade 5 and 6 students
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Christian School wins local junior high volleyball championship
A pair of local schools battled for supremacy on the volleyball court over the weekend and it ended up being experience coming out on top.
The junior high girls vol-leyball regional champion-ship took place Saturday, Nov. 7 at St. Augustine School with seven teams, including four from Ponoka, looking to walk off with the crown.
In the end, Ponoka Christian’s squad composed of Grade 9 students prevailed by scores of 25-23, 25-20 over the St. Augustine Queens’ ‘A’ team in the fi nal.
“We really surprised our-selves I think,” said Ponoka Christian coach Julie DeGrier.
“We haven’t played that well for most the last part of the season, so to win the title is awesome for the girls.”
Meanwhile, Queen’s head coach Chris McLean ex-plained that he was proud of his girls - who were com-peting in the league for the fi rst time and consisted of a number of Grade 7 players and two Grade 9s, both of whom had never played volleyball before.
“They all did their best and it just boiled down to which team made the least mistakes,” he stated.
Broncs volleyball
enters playoff phase
Playoff volleyball has hit Ponoka Secondary.
The Broncs senior girls squad fi nished off their regular season last week with a match to decide the league’s top spot as they hosted Sylvan Lake at PSC on Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Both teams came into the fi nal regular season match with unbeaten re-cords, Unfortunately for the Broncs, they had trou-ble handling the Lakers big serves and their lone big hitter - and blocker - in the middle and lost in three straight sets.
“We really struggled on serve reception as the Sylvan team’s serves were more than we could han-dle,” said Broncs head coach Ron Labrie.
“In addition, the hitting and blocking excellence of Sylvan’s #14 was overpow-ering at key times.”
That left the Broncs to fi nish second in the Central Alberta Schools Athlete Association (CASAA) league and has them entering the zone playoff - set for Saturday, Nov. 21 - as the number two seed. The team also went to Calgary for a tour-nament this past weekend as a tune up for the zones.
“We lost in three sets in
the semi fi nals,” explained Labrie of the tournament.
“Overall, we had a strong weekend. I was able to use the entire roster and it was defi nitely a collective effort. We certainly dis-played strong passing and our ball control inside the three-metre line was ex-cellent. This is great news as we head into our zone playdowns.”
He added the girls are confi dent that we can capture the zone title and make a return to the pro-vincial championships, which will be held in Bonnyville on November 26-28.
JVs win consolation title And the season came to
an end for the Broncs ju-nior varsity girls volleyball team, who fi nished things off on a high note as they captured the consolation side of the league play-offs, held in Stettler on Wednesday, Nov. 4.
The girls fi rst had to beat Wetaskiwin, who were seeded ahead of them, then took on Red Deer’s Lindsay Thurber and come out on top two sets to one.
“It was a great way to fi n-ish the year with two big wins over two very good teams. The girls played their best volleyball of the year,” added head coach Tim Corkery.
BY JORDIE DWYER
BY JORDIE DWYER
Senior Broncs Carmen Lomas, middle, can’t get this attack past the Sylvan Lake block as Broncs setter Hailey Boser (10) looks on during play in the second set of their match on Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Photo by Jordie Dwyer
St. Augustine Queens’ Arianna Kokus (10) goes up to block the tip from Jenaya Roseboom of Ponoka Christian as teammate Eleighsha Cardinal watches as the teams play the second set in the gold medal match on Saturday, Nov. 7. Photo by Jordie Dwyer
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Danica Polson of the Lacoka Midgets has this scoring chance thwarted by the Endmoor goaltender, but the rebound would fi nd the twine off the stick of Callie Braun in their 4-1 win Saturday, Nov. 7.
Photo by Jordie Dwyer
Ponoka minor hockey measures the good and the bad
A busy weekend of minor hockey brought mixed results for Ponoka teams.
On the good side, the Lacoka female midget squad put a pair of home victories on the board with a 1-0 win over Rocky Mountain House in Lacombe on Friday, Nov. 6, followed by a 6-4 sweep over Endmoor Saturday, Nov. 7 in Ponoka.
On Friday, Danica Polson notched the only goal of the game with Torrie Craig earning the 13 save shutout.
Saturday’s contest saw a lot more scoring, something head coach Peter Hall wasn’t too pleased with as his club held a 5-1 lead heading into the third.
“They are really getting the fundamentals together, but they got a bit too cocky and those Endmoor girls just don’t quit and play hard. We nearly let them back in the game,” said Hall.
Lindsay Jansen and Callie Braun each scored a pair in the win, with singles coming off the sticks of Carmen Vogel and Polson.
Hall feels having female hockey combined in the two com-munities - Ponoka and Lacombe - has really helped promote the sport and made it more competitive and exciting to watch.
“The girls are now playing at the right levels and it’s made for some very competitive hockey,” he stated.
Next on the schedule for the midget club is a trek to Maskwacis on Saturday, Nov. 14.
North Central actionMeanwhile, boys hockey squads were all on the ice in North
Central Minor Hockey League action.The Ponoka Fountain Tire Midget Wolves earned a 4-1 win
on home ice Friday, Nov. 6 over Lacombe in a rather sloppily played game.
Rian Van der Westhuizen opened the scoring for the Wolves early in the fi rst with Lacombe evening the game on a power-play late in the frame. Lewis McDowell and Jayden Hagemann scored for Ponoka in the second with Pierce Clemmer’s pow-erplay goal in the third sealing the victory.
The Wolves also play on Saturday, Nov. 7 in Sylvan Lake, but the result was unavailable at press time. The team is on the road next weekend with games in Consort and Maskwacis.
As for the Bantam Moose, they managed to hang on to a 6-4 win over Delburne on Saturday in Ponoka. The hosts jumped out to an early 3-0 lead with a pair of goals by Hunter Busat and one from Joel Hollingsworth before the visitors got on the board, only to see Kaiden Thomson score with 11 seconds re-maining in the fi rst period to restore the three-goal advantage.
Cody Fox would get Ponoka’s only goal of the second on a powerplay near the midway mark, which was sandwiched between a pair of Delburne goals. The teams traded goals in the third with Seth Gratrix potting one for Ponoka.
The Moose also took on Blackfalds at home on Sunday, but the result was unavailable at press time due to an early deadline.
The Ponoka Peewee Elks were also on the ice with a pair of home games - a 6-5 loss to Maskwacis on Friday, Nov. 6 and a 5-5 draw with Eckville on Saturday, Nov. 7.
Ashton Bandet, Austin Griffi ths and Colter Bresee each scored for the Elks in the opening frame as the teams went to the break tied at three. Maskwacis got the only goal of the second and added a pair of powerplay goals in the third, which proved to be the difference as Kael Street and Adam Hoag replied in the fi nal period for Ponoka.
On Saturday, the Elks scoring came from Levi Busat with a pair and singles from Maison Senft, Hoag and Bandet.
Ponoka’s other PeeWee squad - Quality Paint and Collision - were in action in Lacombe on Saturday, Nov. 7 and, despite Zachary Rausch scoring a nature hat trick to open the game, that was all the scoring they could muster in a 10-3 loss.
BY JORDIE DWYER
32 PONOKA NEWS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2015
Vold is face of 80th edition of PSA local cowboy and
Canadian champion will be plastered all over Ponoka and he is pleased about it.
During the recognition send-off on Wednesday, Nov. 4 for the competitors heading to the Canadian Finals Rodeo, the Ponoka Stampede committee an-nounced that celebrated Lacombe artist, Kim Penner, has been commissioned to do the painting that will be used as the promotional poster for the 80th edition of the Ponoka Stampede next year.
In addition, they also made it known that home-town cowboy and the de-fending CFR bareback champion Jake Vold will be featured on the painting, while riding Vold’s 2014 Horse of the Year ‘Mucho Dinero’.
For his part, Vold is excit-ed about being the face of the 2016 Ponoka Stampede.
“It’s such an honour to be a part of the poster and I’m so excited, especially after having gotten a sneak peak at it,” he said.
Penner, who is best known for her spectacular scenery paintings, was ap-proached by the Stampede committee with the idea to paint Vold on his top ride and immediately accepted the challenge.
“This is my fi rst time painting anything having to do with rodeo and it’s a little outside my com-fort zone, but you don’t improve if you stay put,” Penner stated.
“I’ve spent years around
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“I’VE SPENT YEARS AROUND HORSES, RODE A LOT, SO I KNOW THE ENERGY A BUCKING HORSE CAN DEMONSTRATE. IT’S A BIT OF STRETCH FOR ME AS AN ARTIST, BUT I’M HAPPY WITH HOW IT HAS COME ALONG. I’M A BIT NERVOUS, SINCE ART IS SOMETHING THAT IS ABOUT FEELING AND IT DOESN’T ALWAYS WORK. I JUST HOPE PEOPLE CAN CATCH THAT FEELING FROM THE PAINTING AND POSTER.”- KIM PENNER
horses, rode a lot, so I know the energy a bucking horse can demonstrate. It’s a bit of a stretch for me as an art-
ist, but I’m happy with how it has come along. I’m a bit nervous, since art is some-thing that is about feeling
and it doesn’t always work. I just hope people can catch that feeling from the paint-ing and poster.”
Penner hopes to have the work completed in time for it to be put on display at the CFR in Edmonton, while
Ponoka Stampede offi cials are working on having the posters ready to go on sale before Christmas.
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Ponoka area competitors seek prominence at CFR
Miss Ponoka Stampede Ashley Akkermans (far left) with (l-r) Dean Edge, Tyrel Flewelling, Levi Simpson, Amiee Kay, Zane Lambert and Jake Vold as the equine competitors received a grand send off Wednesday, Nov. 4 to represent the area at the Canadian Finals Rodeo in Edmonton that begins today (Nov. 11). Missing are Tanner Young, Klay Whyte and Brett Buss. All were given vests by the Ponoka Stampede committee in recognition of their accomplishments.
Photo by Jordie Dwyer
BY JORDIE DWYERPONOKA NEWS
Ponoka will once again show off this week that it is indeed rodeo country.
A total of nine competi-tors from the area will strut their stuff in Edmonton starting today, Wednesday, Nov. 11 as the chute opens on the 2015 edition of the Canadian Finals Rodeo (CFR). The CFR runs from Nov. 11 to Nov. 15 in conjunction with Farm Fair International in Edmonton.
As part of recognizing that accomplishment, the Ponoka Stampede committee host-ed a send-off on Wednesday, Nov. 4 at the Canadian Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame in-side the Calnash Ag Events Centre.
And once again, there is a distinct possibility that at least one title will be coming back to the Ponoka area with local cowboy Jake Vold being the overwhelming favourite in the bareback event.
Vold, who is the defending CFR champion, enters as the standings leader - a posi-tion he has held since the middle of June - and hav-ing earned nearly double the money this year compared
to the second place qualifi er. He also holds the distinction of having been at the CFR in each year he has been on the professional circuit, this one marking his sixth CFR appearance.
“I want to say I’m heading into the CFR a bit more re-laxed,” the 28-year-old Vold said at the send-off event.
“But, I think I want to win it this time around more than ever.”
Despite having a target on him as the defending cham-pion, as well as heading in as the winner of the Wrangler Tour, Vold is approaching the road to another potential Canadian title in a manner similar to last year.
“It’s about the same, only difference I think is I’m a bit wiser and have learned more about what it takes. I’m excited to go back. I’ve always wanted to be like the big guys I grew up watching, then I got in and started beating them. I just hope to accomplish what I set out, but it’s gonna be tough.”
Another area cowboy that is bucking for a Canadian title is 29-year-old bull rider Zane Lambert, who is going to his second CFR and
ranked 6th, and wants to do his adopted home proud. He moved to the area after coming from Manitoba to go to Lakeland College sever-al years ago and has been sticking around after getting married to a local girl.
“After competing for 15 years on the PBR (Professional Bull Riders) circuit against the same guys, I decided to focus on something that has eluded me - a Canadian rodeo title,” he said.
“Rodeo people around here receive so much respect and I feel this (area) is the heart of cowboy country. It’s a dream to be able to make a living on what I do and just want to join all the great champs that are around here.”
Ponoka’s Brett Buss along with his cousin Klay Whyte from Airdrie are also heading to the CFR as the top-ranked team roping pair after three events this season. Hoping to knock them off though are another pair of locals in Ponoka’s Levi Simpson - and his partner Jeremy Buhler of Arrowwood, AB. who are ranked 11th - and third ranked Tyrel Flewelling from Ponoka and his partner Roland McFadden of Vulcan.
The rest of the contingent includes tie-down roper Dean Edge - who enters the CFR ranked third, barrel racer Aimee Kay and novice bareback rider Tanner Young.
However, the athletes won’t be the only ones put-ting Ponoka on the map at the CFR.
Miss Ponoka Stampede
Ashely Akkermans will be on hand, competing for the Miss Rodeo Canada crown in addition to the Vold family sending up some of the top bulls in the country as part of the CFR stock.
“It’s been absolutely in-credible to be immersed in the rodeo and cowboy cul-ture with these athletes on
what is the ultimate rodeo adventure,” she said.
“To be able to really get to know them and see how hard they train has been very cool. And after a long list of events - like visits to hospi-tals, schools, seniors homes, attending dinners - I hope to be coming home with a different crown.”
A successful season so far for the Ponoka Stampeders Junior B hockey club can now also include success off the ice.
The hockey club host-ed its second annu-al fundraising event on Saturday night (Nov. 7)
at the Stagecoach Saloon on the Ponoka Stampede grounds and believe they have come close or may exceed the $22,000 they raised last year.
The sold-out event in-cluded a catered dinner and entertainment by comedian Tim Nutt, who had the crowd in stitch-es. There was also a si-lent auction fi lled with an
array of items, a live auc-tion that included four Edmonton Oilers tickets and a parking pass as well as a framed autographed Connor McDavid Oilers jersey and a framed photo of the 2014 Canadian Men’s Hockey Olympic gold medal winning team.
Event organizer Debbie Lamey didn’t have an es-timate of how much was raised, but anticipated the fi gure will likely be close or above the number for their fi rst-ever fundraiser last year.
“Everything thing went really well,” she said, “The
people support our team so well.”
She was also pleased with all of the auction items that were donated.
As for the players, Stampeders captain Cody Lemon - playing his fi nal season with the club - said the team had lots of fun and its a great way for them to connect face to face with the community.
“Everyone sees us play the games and this is an opportunity for us to meet our fans and put a face to who the sponsors are on our jerseys,” he said.
“All of the guys had lots
of fun and its simply good for us to do something else as a team.”
The Stampeders, who have four wins this sea-son - something they
barely managed to do over the last three years combined - are next on the ice this Saturday, Nov. 14 when they host the High River Flyers at 8 p.m.
Stampeders players (l-r) Justin McKenzie, Cody Lemon and Lanny Blitt hold up the framed and autographed Connor McDavid Edmonton Oilers jersey that garnered close to $3,000 during the live auction at the club’s second annual fundraising event on Saturday, Nov. 7. A fi nal tally on how much was raised wasn’t available as of press time. Photo by Jordie Dwyer
Planners ready themselves for a busy Festival of Trees
Planners for Ponoka’s sec-ond Festival of Trees say tickets are selling quickly.
Co-organizer Sherry Gummow said planners are preparing for a larger at-tendance compared to last year. “We learned from last year … we have doubled the space that we’re going to be occupying.”
Last year’s Breakfast with
Santa sold out quickly and Gummow expects there to be almost 25 extra spots avail-able for attendees this year.
Starting Thursday, Nov. 19 to Nov. 21, the event will also see changes to the seniors’ tea. Gummow said the layout was designed for a buffet style meal, but this year food will be served to attendees to give them more chance to socialize.
The fundraiser gala will see
a return of special auctioneer Danny Hooper. “He’s funny and he’s a great auctioneer,” said Gummow.
An exciting addition to the live auction items includes an all-inclusive four day package to Laurie River Lodge valued at $20,000. “If you’re a fi sher-person it’s the best place to go they tell me,” she added.
The package includes four tickets with fl ights out to Lynn Lake, Man. where the
Impaired driver gets both jail time and fi ne
An Alberta man received jail time and had to pay a $2,000 fi ne for resisting arrest on Highway 2.
Sean Finnerty was stopped by an off-duty Fish and Wildlife offi cer on Oct. 2 after witnessing his van being driven in an erratic manner.
The offi cer called the Ponoka Integrated Traffi c Unit for help and pulled the van over. Crown prosecutor Steve Degen said the offi cer stated he saw Finnerty had bloodshot eyes and had slurred speech. Degen told the court that Finnerty then left his van and wouldn’t listen to the offi cer.
It was at this point an Alberta Sheriff assisted and the two offi cers pinned Finnerty on his stomach. At one point, Finnerty at-tempted to headbutt one of the offi cers and also tried to kick the rear window of the cruiser.
Finnerty was eventually
taken to the Ponoka detach-ment where he provided a blood alcohol sample of .18 when he subsequently became aggressive with offi cers in his cell.
Degen also referred to a prior record that showed eight driving offenses and two provincial offenses (no licence and no insurance) as well as 12 months of jail for evading police.
“That makes all of this in-credibly aggravating, as well as his attitude,” said Degen.
Defense counsel Norm Clair said Finnerty is 37-years-old and has been in custody for some weeks. When asked if he had any-thing to offer, Finnerty read from a letter he had written.
“I’m sorry for coming back and wasting people’s time,” Finnerty said.
He added that he had re-cently taken on sandblasting as a profession and had taken responsibility for his actions. Finnerty said he has attended Alcoholics
A Three Hills are farm-er won the big prize in Alberta Cance Foundation’s Cash and Cars lottery draw, a package made up of a four-bedroom fully fur-nished house in Calgary, a brand new Acura and $10,000 cash, totaling a value of a little over $ 1.5 million.
The second big prize, an-other house in Edmonton, a Buick and $10,000 cash went to a Calgary man and the third prize, a $737,500 was won by a Drayton Valley couple.
All results will be avail-able on the lottery website cashandcarslottery.ca from Tuesday, Nov. 10.
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was working through some personal trials during the course of events that led to his arrest.
“I’m just looking for a solution. I know what I did. I apologize for what I did,” said Finnerty.
Judge James Glass sug-gested the aggravating cir-cumstances of the incident must be considered. “You’re lucky Mr. Finnerty that no one was injured while you were driving,” said Glass.
He sentenced Finnerty to 60 days in jail for being impaired and 30 days for obstructing the peace offi cer. He received a $2,000 fi ne. Finnerty has 38 days left on his term having already spent time in detention.
lucky winners will be able to fi sh to their heart’s content, said Gummow.
While most of the Christmas Trees are sponsored, there will be four up for sale at the live auction and some others at the silent auction. Generally plans are going well for them, say organizers of
the Festival of Trees.“We are pretty much spot
on from the last year. We’re extremely happy considering the economy,” said Gummow.
The general setup of the three days will be slightly dif-ferent to accommodate more people and Gummow said the group is once again raising
money for the Ponoka and District Health Foundation. The goal this year is to raise money for a new labour and delivery bed.
Tickets are selling fast and can be purchased at Ponoka News, Busted Ladies Lingerie or the Calnash Ag Event Centre.
Leanne Hvamb (Reece)The family of Leanne Hvamb (Reece) would like to thank
everyone for the fl owers, food, cards, memorialdonations, visits and phone calls we received during
Leanne’s illness and passing. Big thank you’s to Dr. Halse and Brenda, Wendla and Ponoka Home Care Staff, Red Deer Cancer Center Staff, Sheila, Marlon and
staff from Wombold Funeral Home, Pastor Jerry Preheim, Rev. Don Hogman, Bob and Deb Hepp catering and their
staff for all your support, compassion and generosity shown to us during this critical time of our lives.
Words never seem to be enough, but each and everyone of you are truly appreciated. Forever Thankful.
Ken, Kelly, Vickie, Rhoda and Families
THE FAMILY OF CYRIL HOUCHER
wish to express our thanks to Dr. Chan and the Ponoka Hospital General Staff and the Lacombe Long Term Care
staff for their excellent care of Cyril while in hospital. Thank you to Marlon Wombold for his care and concern
for us as a family. Thank you for the generous memorial contributions.
We give thanks to all of you for the lovely fl owers and wonderful meals you supplied.
Thank you for supporting us by your attendanceat Cyril’s funeral.
Words cannot express our deepest appreciation for your loving support through our loss.
Congratulations on the marriage of
Cody Lowry and
Tara Bestland on October 10, 2015
in Edmonton.
Proud Mom Debbie Nielsen
Mae ReidOn November 2, 2015 Mrs. Mae Louise Reid of Ponoka passed away at the age of 93 years. Mae was predeceased by her husband Norman in 2001. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Gladys Tasseron (John), Sandra Johnman, and Blaine Reid; grandchildren April, Jeff (Mary), Jill (Thomas), Kirsten, and Rhea; great-grandchildren Gabe, Miranda, Damian,
Alexander, Rachael Mae, Eryn, Grace, Teagan, and Kiah; as well as numerous relatives and friends. A Funeral Service was held at the Ponoka Funeral Home at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, November 9 with the Interment Service following at Forest Home Cemetery. In lieu of fl owers, memorial donations are gratefully accepted to the Northcott Care Centre or the Rimoka Lodge in Ponoka. To express condolences to Mae’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.
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ROSSRobert “Bob”
Robert Edward Ross was born on March 27, 1929 in Ponoka, Alberta to parents William and Mary Ross and passed away at the Ponoka Hospital and Care Center on November 3, 2015. He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 63 years, Doreen; his daughter Mary Ross (James O’Keefe), his son Blake Ross (Carla Richartz-Ross), and his
daughter Nancy Ross (Edward Chan); his grandchildren Lauren and Shannon Ross, and Rachel, Stephanie and Sarah Chan. Bob was predeceased by his parents, his brother James Ross and his step-mother Doris Ross. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 14 at 2:00 p.m. at the Ponoka Funeral Home. To express condolences to Bob’s family, please visit www.womboldfuneralhomes.com
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WATSONJoan Diane
On November 4, 2015, our beloved Mom, Joan Diane Watson (nee McIntosh) passed away at the age of 81. It is hard to imagine a world without her beautiful smile, cheerful chatter, and kindness for everyone she met. Her sense of humor, listening ear, and generosity characterized the woman who is our mom and now our angel.
Family came fi rst for her and then her love of community. She especially enjoyed her weekend breakfasts out visiting with the regulars. Though she spent her work life in Edmonton, Ponoka became the community she loved. Joan had fi ve children, Linda (Garry) children John, Carissa (Tyler) and Mark; Bill (Grace) children Brenan, Cody and Kristen; Alan (Joanne) children Keith, William, Erica and Alan; Donna and daughter Tianna (Anthony); Brenda and daughter Caitlin (Brady). She also leaves great grandchildren Aleah, Jenna, Issac, Wyatt, Landen, and Adelyn. Loving her as well are Bob Vander Woude, Terry Myers and Leigh Haugen. Mom is survived by sisters Audrey and Pam, sister in law Jean and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband William (Bill) Watson, son Bill Watson, two brothers, Gordon and Don, three brothers-in-law and one sister in law. A celebration of Joan’s life will be held Friday, November 13, 2015, at 2:00 pm, at Ponoka Funeral Home, 5115 50 Ave. In lieu of fl owers, donations in remembrance can be made to Ponoka General Hospital, Alberta Heart and Stroke or Canadian Diabetes Association.
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SECTION 251 - THE MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT ACT
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Town of Ponoka, in the Province of Alberta, has given fi rst reading to borrowing By-law No. 357-15 which will, upon fi nal passage and approval, authorize the proper offi cers of the said Town to borrow monies from the Alberta Capital Finance Authority by way of debenture issue, to pay for the cost of the following municipal purpose, namely 50th Avenue Battle River Road Re-alignment and Bridge Crossing within the limits of the said municipality;
The total cost of the aforesaid project amounts to $5,450,000. After deducting from this cost the amount of $100,000 to be received by way of reserves and $353,000 by way of grants, the net amount to be borrowed on the credit and security of the municipality at large by the issue of debentures is $5,007,000. The debentures are to be repayable to the Alberta Capital Finance Authority in EIGHTY (80) equal consecutive semi-annual instalments of combined principal and interest, the semi-annual interest not to exceed EIGHT per centum (8%), or the interest rate as fi xed from time to time by the Alberta Capital Finance Authority;
NOW THEREFORE NOTICE is hereby given by the Council of the Town of Ponoka that, unless a petition of the owners for a vote on By-law No. 357-15 is demanded, as provided for by the terms of Section 231 of the Municipal Government Act, the said Council may pass the said borrowing by-law.
All persons interested are hereby notifi ed and they are required to govern themselves accordingly.
DATED at the Town of Ponoka, in theProvince of Alberta, this 30 day of October, 2015.
Town of Ponoka
Per: Dave McPhee, Acting Chief Administrative Offi cer
INFORMATION FOR ELECTORSPursuant to Section 1(i) of the Municipal Government Act an “elector” means:
1. A person who is eligible to vote in the election for a councillor under the Local Authorities Election Act.
Pursuant to section 47(1) of the Local Authorities Election Act a person is eligible to vote in an election if he:
a) is at least 18 years old,b) is a Canadian citizen, andc) has resided in Alberta for the 6 consecutive months immediately preceding election day and is resident in the area on election day.
A poll may be demanded in the Town of Ponoka by electors equal in number to at least
a) in the case of a municipality other than a summer village, by electors of the municipality equal in number to at least 10% of the population andb) in the case of a summer village, by 10% of the electors of the summer village
in accordance with the provisions of section 223 of the Municipal Government Act and in accordance with the provisions of section 251 of the Municipal Government Act.
The petition for a vote must be received by the Chief Administrative Offi cer within 15 days of the last publication of this notice and shall contain on each page “an accurate and identical statement of the purpose of the petition”. (Further requirements of the petition are provided in section 224 of the Municipal Government Act.)
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