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~ Obituary ~
OBITUARY Alberta “Dawn” King FROISE, Marjorie
OBITUARY
Alberta “Dawn” King, loving wife of
Robert Phillip King, passed away May 19, 1938 – March 26, 2020
nd
March 2 , 2020 at the Edson Long On Thursday, March 26, 2020,
Term Care Facility, at the age of 82 Marjorie Froise of Bonnyville, Alberta
years.
In Loving Memory of
passed into the presence of her Lord
Left to mourn her loss are Daughters
O I In Loving Memory of Shirley (Tim) Biernacki of Blind Bay and Saviour to the wonderful
welcome of "well done, good and
B.C. and Phylis (Murray) Barrass of
Reg Munday
Reg Munday
faithful
Shining Bank, Alberta; grandchildren
B N Who passed away three years ago Leslie (Racheal) Biernacki, Chris servant." Her life was dedicated to the service of the
(Christine) Biernacki, EllenaH (Jason)
Lord, and her passion
Who passed away three years ago
Richard (Tammy) Barrass, Jenny (Derek) Seibel; great
for global missions was evident in her pursuit of a DTH
on April 20, 2017
on April 20, 2017
grandchildren Taran, Josh, Kennedy, Darnell, Ryan, Brandon,
I M Another year has come and gone. Sheldon, Cynthia, Rebecca, Holly and William, as well as four in Missions and
Church Growth, and also in her work as an author,
great grandchildren; brothers Dan and wife Bev Fear of Olds,
Alberta and brother Wenn and wife Myra Fraser of Leduc,
researcher, presenter and
Our hearts still ache for you.
Alberta.
organizer.
T E It's the many sweet memories that May. She spent her childhood moving around South Africa
Dawn was pre-deceased by Sister Joyce and sister-in-law
until settling in
continue to get us through, along with
Dawn was born August 16, 1937 and married the love of her
Johannesburg for many years before moving to
U M all the love in heaven that surrounds life on December 31, 1955. Welkom in support of Harald's
They lived in Calgary and later moved to Edson. After
you. We miss you.
work and then finally Bonnyville, Canada. She
obtaining a homestead draw they moved to and farmed in
succumbed to cancer that had
Fulham, Alberta. After retirement they moved back into Edson.
A O Anne, Brian, Dorothy, Georgie, Memorial Scholarship Fund Box 17, Peers Alberta T0E 1W0 or caused her insufferable pain in the last six months of
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Fulham
her earthly life.Marjorie will be forever loved by her
Mardel, Brit, Gloria and Michele.
Edson Continuing Care Centre towards the purchase of a
husband; Harald Froise, her children; Timothy (Mary)
th
portable oxygen machine, 3825 – 6 Ave. Edson, Alberta
R R T7E 0C5. Froise, Greta Froise and Linda (Claye) Hopkins,
grandchildren; Borin, Jo, Anna and Eva Froise and
A Celebration of Life will be held in July along with interment
Kristin and Bethany Hopkins as well as her siblings;
at the Shining Bank Cemetery.
I I OBITUARIES & FOOTHILLS MEMORIAL CHAPEL Shirley (Donald) Gordon and Barrie Phipson. An online
FINAL CARE ENTRUSTED TO
funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2020,
at 11:00 a.m.
A Division Of The Caring Group Corp.
Edson 780.723.3575 Hinton 780.865.1234
https://www.bonnyvillebaptist.com/resources/marjorie-
www.foothillsmemorialchapel.com
E E IN MEMORIES froise/
S S OBITUARY
~ Obituary ~ KALSHOVEN, Joan
Edwin Shantz With sadness we announce
January 19, 1939- April 25, 2020 the passing of our mom, Joan
Edwin was born in Carrot Creek,
Alberta, the third child of Allan and Kalshoven (nee Palmer) who
EVENT Chloe Wiebe (10), Logan Wiebe (8) along with their dog Tuna (3) spending Jessie Shantz. passed away peacefully on
Left to mourn his loss is his partner
REMINDER some time at Willmore Park on June 10. photo Deanna Mitchener ~ Obituary ~ Anna, his daughters Kimberley, Cherry April 18th, 2020, at the age of
84, in Edmonton, Alberta.
and son Dana (Dawn), grandchildren
Alberta “Dawn” King and great grandchildren. Edwin was She will be dearly missed by her children:
predeceased by his son Rodney (1975)
FCSS Bag of Fun: Alberta “Dawn” King, loving wife of and daughter Gina (2019), his parents Susan (Bob) Lypkie, Margot (Eric) Porter,
Looking for fun things Record number of participants Robert Phillip King, passed away Allan (1974)& Jessie (1998) Shantz, his Karen (Scott) Engel and Trevor (Tammy)
brothers Ian(2015) and Lea (2016) and his sister Mary Howland
nd
to do with your March 2 , 2020 at the Edson Long (2018). Kalshoven, as well as her grandchildren Joel,
Term Care Facility, at the age of 82
children? FCSS will years. Edwin is survived by his siblings Lulu (Edward) Chizek of Christopher, Gregory, Tiffany and Taylor, three
deliver you a Bag of for Step it Up challenge Left to mourn her loss are Daughters Creston, BC, Herbert (Sandra) Shantz of Lac La Biche, sister- great grandchildren, and many friends and
in- law Hilary Shantz, sister in law Sarah Radcliffe, and Allan
Fun for free! Each Shirley (Tim) Biernacki of Blind Bay (Susan) Shantz of Peers, AB . He is also survived by numerous extended family.
B.C. and Phylis (Murray) Barrass of
week FCSS will have Shining Bank, Alberta; grandchildren nieces and nephews, other family members and friends. She is survived by her sister Mary Boyer. She
Edwin grew up in Carrot Creek, AB attending Sparta School
themed bags for by Cassie Kushniruk and conquer their fitness goals, but Leslie (Racheal) Biernacki, Chris and Niton High School. He had numerous jobs working on is predeceased by her husband Floyd in 1989.
(Christine) Biernacki, EllenaH (Jason)
children ages 1-6. it was also beneficial to their mental Richard (Tammy) Barrass, Jenny (Derek) Seibel; great farms and service stations until he joined the army in 1961. He In Joan's memory donations to the
Bags will be delivered From May 4 to June 1, a record health as many people have been grandchildren Taran, Josh, Kennedy, Darnell, Ryan, Brandon, was a corporal in the Canadian Armed Forces as aviation Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute or a
technician until honourably released in 1970. After his release
on Tuesdays. Door number of 713 community staying indoors due to COVID-19. Sheldon, Cynthia, Rebecca, Holly and William, as well as four he worked as an automotive mechanic in Ontario, Alberta and charity of your choice would be welcome.
great grandchildren; brothers Dan and wife Bev Fear of Olds,
step drop off only; in- members representing 93 teams Instead of limiting the challenge to Alberta and brother Wenn and wife Myra Fraser of Leduc, Vancouver Island where he spent over 40 years. In his later Due to Covid 19 and the current restrictions
years he enjoyed gold panning and listening to music. He
town delivery only. participated in the Town of Edson's adults as in previous years, the Alberta. never lost his love of the outdoors and this shy, quiet man was on gatherings, a celebration of her life will be
Dawn was pre-deceased by Sister Joyce and sister-in-law
County residents must 13th annual Step it Up Challenge. Town decided to open the challenge May. happiest when he was outside. Due to his health his last three held at a later date, at the Westlawn Funeral
be able to pick up Each year, the Town of Edson up to children of all ages this year. Dawn was born August 16, 1937 and married the love of her years were spent in continuing care. Home & Cemetery in Edmonton, Alberta.
Following cremation, there will not be a service for Edwin at
Tuesday between 8:30 hosts the Step it Up challenge to “There wereat least 50-100 kids,” life on December 31, 1955. this time. His ashes will be interred at a later date.
am and 3:30 pm at the encourage community members to Hawboldt said. “Lots of people They lived in Calgary and later moved to Edson. After In lieu of other tributes, donations, if desired, may be directed
FCSS Family Centre. get outdoors and stay active. “The made family teams so they could do obtaining a homestead draw they moved to and farmed in to Edson Continuing Care in memory of Edwin Shantz. Westlawn Funeral Home and Cemetery | Arbor Memorial Inc.
Fulham, Alberta. After retirement they moved back into Edson.
FINAL CARE ENTRUSTED TO
One bag per family. goal is to increase your steps every the challenge together.” In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Fulham FOOTHILLS MEMORIAL CHAPEL 16310 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton AB CA, T5P 4A6
A Division Of The Caring Group Corp.
To receive this week's Memorial Scholarship Fund Box 17, Peers Alberta T0E 1W0 or Edson 780.723.3575 Hinton 780.865.1234 T: (780) 484-5500
bag, please input your week,” said Town of Edson Although the Step it Up challenge Edson Continuing Care Centre towards the purchase of a www.foothillsmemorialchapel.com
portable oxygen machine, 3825 – 6 Ave. Edson, Alberta
th
information Community Development typically sees around 40 teams and T7E 0C5.
In Loving
atresearch.net/r/ZS6F Coordinator Krysta Hawboldt. 400-500 participants each year, this A Celebration of Life will be held in July along with interment In Loving
Y85. For more “Typically 10,000 steps a day is year the challenge receiveda record at the Shining Bank Cemetery.
memory of
information, contact considered an active lifestyle, so high of 713 participants and 93 FINAL CARE ENTRUSTED TO memory of
780-723-4338 or we're just encouraging people to get teams. FOOTHILLS MEMORIAL CHAPEL OBITUARY
Enid
A Division Of The Caring Group Corp.
sarahm@edson.ca. up to that number if they can.” “Although we didn't have a wrap- Edson 780.723.3575 Hinton 780.865.1234 Melvin William Soltys Enid
www.foothillsmemorialchapel.com
Biron
As COVID-19 has prohibited up barbecue and there was no cost Biron
access to gyms and recreation associated with it due to COVID Mel was born to parents Julia and Basil on their
who passed away
facilities, Hawboldt stated that they restrictions, it went really well and homestead in Hines Creek on August 20th, 1940. As a who passed away
April 26, 2016
were able to attract more people to I'm really impressed with the child, he moved to Edson, AB where he took all his April 26, 2016
participate in the challenge and community and how they came out schooling, graduating from Edson High School in
1958. He was an active participant in sports and
utilize the Town's trail system as a and participated,” said Hawboldt. school activities where he made many lifelong friends. She was a Daughter,
She was a Daughter,
means of staying active. In the fall, the Town of Edson is Mel married his high school sweetheart Liz in 1962.
Mother,
Hawboldt was quick to note that considering hosting another Step it For several years they lived in Edmonton starting their Mother,
Grandmother, Wife
the challenge not only encouraged Up challenge for individual careers before moving back to Edson, where Mel Grandmother, Wife
continued his life-long insurance career becoming a
community members to stay active participants. partner with his father-in-law in Pattinson and Soltys and Best Friend.
and Best Friend.
Insurance, then a partner in INSCO, before opening
his own insurance agency Soltys Insurance.
For his many years of volunteer work in the
Remembered every dayemembered every day
community, Mel was honoured as a Life Member of R
the Edson Kinsmen Club, and as Edson Citizen of the
by your Family and Friendsy your Family and Friends
Year. Heading the fundraising to build the Seniors b
Pioneer Cabin was another project dear to his heart.
Re-enacting the pioneer journey from Edson to Grande Prairie by horseback was a
memorable adventure that Mel, "Sagebrush Soltys", always treasured!
After retiring in 1999, Mel and Liz spent many years enjoying their motorhome travels and
their years in Bucerias, Mexico where they made such special friends. Even after Mel’s
stroke in 2009, he was able to spend time in Mexico in the winter and his cabin on the
McLeod River in the summer- his happy places!
But family was the most important part of Mel’s life! His children Melinda-Rae (Colin),
Gregory, and Raeleen (Jason) knew him as a kind and loving father, and in their adult lives
as a role model - a man of incredible integrity and character. His grandchildren Mya and Ty,
Jenna and Justin, Brianna and Samantha knew their Grampy/Poppi as a kind, gentle and
sweet man who loved playing cards, doing puzzles, going quad riding at the cabin and the
one who always had "projects" for everyone and himself in the bush, shed or woodpile!! He
loved them dearly, and has left them with so many endearing memories and stories to tell!
Mel also leaves his sister Lydia Johnston and many nieces and nephews, as well as his
brother-in-law George and sister-in-law Margaret with forever memories, and so many
special friends who have touched his life and spirit as he has touched them!
Health failed Mel many times in his lifetime, but he always fought back with incredible
determination, hard work, amazing attitude, and with positive results. But sadly, his last
battle could not be won, and he passed at home in Calgary on May 5th, 2020, finally at
peace.
A life well lived. A man loved and respected by so many!
A Celebration of Life for Mel will be held in Edson hopefully later in the summer.
Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and viewed on Mel’s obituary at
www.McInnisandHolloway.com. In lieu of flowers, if you wish to make a donation in Mel’s
memory, the family asks you to consider the Edson Senior Pioneer Cabin, 836-7th avenue,
Edson AB T7E 1K8 or Tom Baker Cancer Centre 1331-29 street, NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4N2.
In living memory of Melvin Soltys, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross
Conservation Area by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Crowfoot, 82
Crowfoot Circle NW, CALGARY, AB T3G 2T3, Telephone: 403-241-0044.
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~ Obituary ~
OBITUARY Alberta “Dawn” King FROISE, Marjorie
OBITUARY
Alberta “Dawn” King, loving wife of
Robert Phillip King, passed away May 19, 1938 – March 26, 2020
nd
March 2 , 2020 at the Edson Long On Thursday, March 26, 2020,
Term Care Facility, at the age of 82 Marjorie Froise of Bonnyville, Alberta
years.
In Loving Memory of
passed into the presence of her Lord
Left to mourn her loss are Daughters
O I In Loving Memory of Shirley (Tim) Biernacki of Blind Bay and Saviour to the wonderful
welcome of "well done, good and
B.C. and Phylis (Murray) Barrass of
Reg Munday
Reg Munday
faithful
Shining Bank, Alberta; grandchildren
B N Who passed away three years ago Leslie (Racheal) Biernacki, Chris servant." Her life was dedicated to the service of the
(Christine) Biernacki, EllenaH (Jason)
Lord, and her passion
Who passed away three years ago
Richard (Tammy) Barrass, Jenny (Derek) Seibel; great
for global missions was evident in her pursuit of a DTH
on April 20, 2017
on April 20, 2017
grandchildren Taran, Josh, Kennedy, Darnell, Ryan, Brandon,
I M Another year has come and gone. Sheldon, Cynthia, Rebecca, Holly and William, as well as four in Missions and
Church Growth, and also in her work as an author,
great grandchildren; brothers Dan and wife Bev Fear of Olds,
Alberta and brother Wenn and wife Myra Fraser of Leduc,
researcher, presenter and
Our hearts still ache for you.
Alberta.
organizer.
T E It's the many sweet memories that May. She spent her childhood moving around South Africa
Dawn was pre-deceased by Sister Joyce and sister-in-law
until settling in
continue to get us through, along with
Dawn was born August 16, 1937 and married the love of her
Johannesburg for many years before moving to
U M all the love in heaven that surrounds life on December 31, 1955. Welkom in support of Harald's
They lived in Calgary and later moved to Edson. After
you. We miss you.
work and then finally Bonnyville, Canada. She
obtaining a homestead draw they moved to and farmed in
succumbed to cancer that had
Fulham, Alberta. After retirement they moved back into Edson.
A O Anne, Brian, Dorothy, Georgie, Memorial Scholarship Fund Box 17, Peers Alberta T0E 1W0 or caused her insufferable pain in the last six months of
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Fulham
her earthly life.Marjorie will be forever loved by her
Mardel, Brit, Gloria and Michele.
Edson Continuing Care Centre towards the purchase of a
husband; Harald Froise, her children; Timothy (Mary)
th
portable oxygen machine, 3825 – 6 Ave. Edson, Alberta
R R T7E 0C5. Froise, Greta Froise and Linda (Claye) Hopkins,
grandchildren; Borin, Jo, Anna and Eva Froise and
A Celebration of Life will be held in July along with interment
Kristin and Bethany Hopkins as well as her siblings;
at the Shining Bank Cemetery.
I I OBITUARIES & FOOTHILLS MEMORIAL CHAPEL Shirley (Donald) Gordon and Barrie Phipson. An online
FINAL CARE ENTRUSTED TO
funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2020,
at 11:00 a.m.
A Division Of The Caring Group Corp.
Edson 780.723.3575 Hinton 780.865.1234
https://www.bonnyvillebaptist.com/resources/marjorie-
www.foothillsmemorialchapel.com
E E IN MEMORIES froise/
S S OBITUARY
~ Obituary ~ KALSHOVEN, Joan
Edwin Shantz With sadness we announce
January 19, 1939- April 25, 2020 the passing of our mom, Joan
Edwin was born in Carrot Creek,
Alberta, the third child of Allan and Kalshoven (nee Palmer) who
EVENT Chloe Wiebe (10), Logan Wiebe (8) along with their dog Tuna (3) spending Jessie Shantz. passed away peacefully on
Left to mourn his loss is his partner
REMINDER some time at Willmore Park on June 10. photo Deanna Mitchener ~ Obituary ~ Anna, his daughters Kimberley, Cherry April 18th, 2020, at the age of
84, in Edmonton, Alberta.
and son Dana (Dawn), grandchildren
Alberta “Dawn” King and great grandchildren. Edwin was She will be dearly missed by her children:
predeceased by his son Rodney (1975)
FCSS Bag of Fun: Alberta “Dawn” King, loving wife of and daughter Gina (2019), his parents Susan (Bob) Lypkie, Margot (Eric) Porter,
Looking for fun things Record number of participants Robert Phillip King, passed away Allan (1974)& Jessie (1998) Shantz, his Karen (Scott) Engel and Trevor (Tammy)
brothers Ian(2015) and Lea (2016) and his sister Mary Howland
nd
to do with your March 2 , 2020 at the Edson Long (2018). Kalshoven, as well as her grandchildren Joel,
Term Care Facility, at the age of 82
children? FCSS will years. Edwin is survived by his siblings Lulu (Edward) Chizek of Christopher, Gregory, Tiffany and Taylor, three
deliver you a Bag of for Step it Up challenge Left to mourn her loss are Daughters Creston, BC, Herbert (Sandra) Shantz of Lac La Biche, sister- great grandchildren, and many friends and
in- law Hilary Shantz, sister in law Sarah Radcliffe, and Allan
Fun for free! Each Shirley (Tim) Biernacki of Blind Bay (Susan) Shantz of Peers, AB . He is also survived by numerous extended family.
B.C. and Phylis (Murray) Barrass of
week FCSS will have Shining Bank, Alberta; grandchildren nieces and nephews, other family members and friends. She is survived by her sister Mary Boyer. She
Edwin grew up in Carrot Creek, AB attending Sparta School
themed bags for by Cassie Kushniruk and conquer their fitness goals, but Leslie (Racheal) Biernacki, Chris and Niton High School. He had numerous jobs working on is predeceased by her husband Floyd in 1989.
(Christine) Biernacki, EllenaH (Jason)
children ages 1-6. it was also beneficial to their mental Richard (Tammy) Barrass, Jenny (Derek) Seibel; great farms and service stations until he joined the army in 1961. He In Joan's memory donations to the
Bags will be delivered From May 4 to June 1, a record health as many people have been grandchildren Taran, Josh, Kennedy, Darnell, Ryan, Brandon, was a corporal in the Canadian Armed Forces as aviation Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute or a
technician until honourably released in 1970. After his release
on Tuesdays. Door number of 713 community staying indoors due to COVID-19. Sheldon, Cynthia, Rebecca, Holly and William, as well as four he worked as an automotive mechanic in Ontario, Alberta and charity of your choice would be welcome.
great grandchildren; brothers Dan and wife Bev Fear of Olds,
step drop off only; in- members representing 93 teams Instead of limiting the challenge to Alberta and brother Wenn and wife Myra Fraser of Leduc, Vancouver Island where he spent over 40 years. In his later Due to Covid 19 and the current restrictions
years he enjoyed gold panning and listening to music. He
town delivery only. participated in the Town of Edson's adults as in previous years, the Alberta. never lost his love of the outdoors and this shy, quiet man was on gatherings, a celebration of her life will be
Dawn was pre-deceased by Sister Joyce and sister-in-law
County residents must 13th annual Step it Up Challenge. Town decided to open the challenge May. happiest when he was outside. Due to his health his last three held at a later date, at the Westlawn Funeral
be able to pick up Each year, the Town of Edson up to children of all ages this year. Dawn was born August 16, 1937 and married the love of her years were spent in continuing care. Home & Cemetery in Edmonton, Alberta.
Following cremation, there will not be a service for Edwin at
Tuesday between 8:30 hosts the Step it Up challenge to “There wereat least 50-100 kids,” life on December 31, 1955. this time. His ashes will be interred at a later date.
am and 3:30 pm at the encourage community members to Hawboldt said. “Lots of people They lived in Calgary and later moved to Edson. After In lieu of other tributes, donations, if desired, may be directed
FCSS Family Centre. get outdoors and stay active. “The made family teams so they could do obtaining a homestead draw they moved to and farmed in to Edson Continuing Care in memory of Edwin Shantz. Westlawn Funeral Home and Cemetery | Arbor Memorial Inc.
Fulham, Alberta. After retirement they moved back into Edson.
FINAL CARE ENTRUSTED TO
One bag per family. goal is to increase your steps every the challenge together.” In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Fulham FOOTHILLS MEMORIAL CHAPEL 16310 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton AB CA, T5P 4A6
A Division Of The Caring Group Corp.
To receive this week's Memorial Scholarship Fund Box 17, Peers Alberta T0E 1W0 or Edson 780.723.3575 Hinton 780.865.1234 T: (780) 484-5500
bag, please input your week,” said Town of Edson Although the Step it Up challenge Edson Continuing Care Centre towards the purchase of a www.foothillsmemorialchapel.com
portable oxygen machine, 3825 – 6 Ave. Edson, Alberta
th
information Community Development typically sees around 40 teams and T7E 0C5.
In Loving
atresearch.net/r/ZS6F Coordinator Krysta Hawboldt. 400-500 participants each year, this A Celebration of Life will be held in July along with interment In Loving
Y85. For more “Typically 10,000 steps a day is year the challenge receiveda record at the Shining Bank Cemetery.
memory of
information, contact considered an active lifestyle, so high of 713 participants and 93 FINAL CARE ENTRUSTED TO memory of
780-723-4338 or we're just encouraging people to get teams. FOOTHILLS MEMORIAL CHAPEL OBITUARY
Enid
A Division Of The Caring Group Corp.
sarahm@edson.ca. up to that number if they can.” “Although we didn't have a wrap- Edson 780.723.3575 Hinton 780.865.1234 Melvin William Soltys Enid
www.foothillsmemorialchapel.com
Biron
As COVID-19 has prohibited up barbecue and there was no cost Biron
access to gyms and recreation associated with it due to COVID Mel was born to parents Julia and Basil on their
who passed away
facilities, Hawboldt stated that they restrictions, it went really well and homestead in Hines Creek on August 20th, 1940. As a who passed away
April 26, 2016
were able to attract more people to I'm really impressed with the child, he moved to Edson, AB where he took all his April 26, 2016
participate in the challenge and community and how they came out schooling, graduating from Edson High School in
1958. He was an active participant in sports and
utilize the Town's trail system as a and participated,” said Hawboldt. school activities where he made many lifelong friends. She was a Daughter,
She was a Daughter,
means of staying active. In the fall, the Town of Edson is Mel married his high school sweetheart Liz in 1962.
Mother,
Hawboldt was quick to note that considering hosting another Step it For several years they lived in Edmonton starting their Mother,
Grandmother, Wife
the challenge not only encouraged Up challenge for individual careers before moving back to Edson, where Mel Grandmother, Wife
continued his life-long insurance career becoming a
community members to stay active participants. partner with his father-in-law in Pattinson and Soltys and Best Friend.
and Best Friend.
Insurance, then a partner in INSCO, before opening
his own insurance agency Soltys Insurance.
For his many years of volunteer work in the
Remembered every dayemembered every day
community, Mel was honoured as a Life Member of R
the Edson Kinsmen Club, and as Edson Citizen of the
by your Family and Friendsy your Family and Friends
Year. Heading the fundraising to build the Seniors b
Pioneer Cabin was another project dear to his heart.
Re-enacting the pioneer journey from Edson to Grande Prairie by horseback was a
memorable adventure that Mel, "Sagebrush Soltys", always treasured!
After retiring in 1999, Mel and Liz spent many years enjoying their motorhome travels and
their years in Bucerias, Mexico where they made such special friends. Even after Mel’s
stroke in 2009, he was able to spend time in Mexico in the winter and his cabin on the
McLeod River in the summer- his happy places!
But family was the most important part of Mel’s life! His children Melinda-Rae (Colin),
Gregory, and Raeleen (Jason) knew him as a kind and loving father, and in their adult lives
as a role model - a man of incredible integrity and character. His grandchildren Mya and Ty,
Jenna and Justin, Brianna and Samantha knew their Grampy/Poppi as a kind, gentle and
sweet man who loved playing cards, doing puzzles, going quad riding at the cabin and the
one who always had "projects" for everyone and himself in the bush, shed or woodpile!! He
loved them dearly, and has left them with so many endearing memories and stories to tell!
Mel also leaves his sister Lydia Johnston and many nieces and nephews, as well as his
brother-in-law George and sister-in-law Margaret with forever memories, and so many
special friends who have touched his life and spirit as he has touched them!
Health failed Mel many times in his lifetime, but he always fought back with incredible
determination, hard work, amazing attitude, and with positive results. But sadly, his last
battle could not be won, and he passed at home in Calgary on May 5th, 2020, finally at
peace.
A life well lived. A man loved and respected by so many!
A Celebration of Life for Mel will be held in Edson hopefully later in the summer.
Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and viewed on Mel’s obituary at
www.McInnisandHolloway.com. In lieu of flowers, if you wish to make a donation in Mel’s
memory, the family asks you to consider the Edson Senior Pioneer Cabin, 836-7th avenue,
Edson AB T7E 1K8 or Tom Baker Cancer Centre 1331-29 street, NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4N2.
In living memory of Melvin Soltys, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross
Conservation Area by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Crowfoot, 82
Crowfoot Circle NW, CALGARY, AB T3G 2T3, Telephone: 403-241-0044.
