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THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
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Thank You!
Ron Schlender
Ron’s family would like to thank the Edson
Fire Department, the ambulance service,
Edson RCMP, Victim's Services, Dr. Roder,
Dr. Zdrill and Dr. van der Merwe for their care
and compassion.
Special thanks to family members and
friends who touched our hearts with amazing
organizational skills, food, flowers, cards,
music team, sound, video presentation and
all the ladies who helped with the lunch;
people who helped with set up and clean up;
YKCS for the use of the school; the honor
guard of old -timer hockey players, the Elder
Statesmen.
Thanks to Reverend Les Halliwell, Pastor
Harold Froise, the pallbearers, the honorary
pallbearers and Foothills Memorial Chapel.
A special thank you for all your prayers for
our family, God Bless You.
You all surrounded us with love and
compassion at a very sensitive time.
Youth in the community had a great time this summer participating in the Youth Interagency's Wild
Wednesdays program, with events like White Water Rafting. photo submitted
~Obituary~
Youth Interagency made Ronald Edward
Schlender
Wednesdays “Wild” “For we walk by faith and not by sight.”
this summer 2 Corinthians 5:7
Ronald Edward Schlender, at the age of 75,
by Shaylyn Thornton seemed to be our number this year!” has gone to be with the Lord after a tragic
accident on August 19, 2019 in Edson, Alberta.
said Hawboldt, noting that they had He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years,
Throughout the summer, the 17 participants in each of the White Joanne; his daughter Andrea (Kim) Zazula and
Edson Youth Interagency has hosted Water Rafting, the Amazing Race, children Zachary and Zaden of Edmonton and
a variety of fun events for youth in and the visits to the Rotary Park and his son Curtis Schlender of Edson; siblings Lena Lehman, Alyce
our community. Many of these Niton Pool and Pumptrack. “There Haverland, Art Schlender, Lily (Earl) Jespersen, Evelyn (Marvin) Maron and
events were held on a Wednesday, as were returning kids and new ones for Leonard Schlender; numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. Ron
part of a new summer program the every event.” was predeceased by parents Jonathon and Olga Schlender; brother Elmer
YIA called Wild Wednesdays. The biggest success of the Schlender, sister Nellie Kehler.
The events were intended for summer was the Outdoor Movie on Ron was born December 27, 1943 in Wainwright, Alberta, the youngest
youth aged 11-17, and the YIA August 28 at Centennial Park. The of nine children. Ron's parents immigrated from Volynia, Russia (Ukraine
decided to host them over 8 YIA played Pirates of the Caribbean: now) in 1926.
Wednesdays as a way to spread them The Curse of the Black Pearl, and The family settled on a farm near Irma, Alberta and later moved to
out over the summer, providing offered free admission. “The Outdoor Onoway, a German based community.
something fun to do once a week as Movie had over 150 in attendance Ron attended Beaupre School in Onoway, Alberta. Some of Ron's first
opposed to bundled up in a single and majority were youth,” said jobs were pumping gas at Ray's Esso and picking parts at Loveseth's. He
week-long camp. Hawboldt. “I think this is our furthered his education by taking night classes for business. Ron, by the
Although a camp is great, this favorite event and seems to be the age of 19, opened a new Ackland's store in Edson and subsequently
way youth who might have holidays communities as well.” opened and managed stores in Hinton and Grande Cache.
at different points in the summer still The YIA plans to offer Wild Ron met Joanne Morris in Edson and they were married December 12,
had the opportunity to attend other Wednesdays again next summer, as 1969.
events, and it also worked out better they found the program worked In March of 1971, Ron purchased and ran a sports store, Ron's Outdoor
for their volunteers. really well. For now, the group has in Edson; which he sold in 1998. He continued in business with Ron's
The YIA's main goal was to some awesome events for youth Quad Rentals which daughter Andrea and son-in-law Kim purchased in
“provide safe, fun, and active planned as part of their fall lineup. 2012. Ron never truly retired; was busy with everything from business
opportunities to youth throughout the September 20 will be a Girls ventures to overseas missions to sports, enjoying golf, biking, hockey,
summer,” said Community Night Out event for girls in Grades skiing.
Development Coordinator Krysta 5+, and October 4 offers a free Learn Ron accepted the Lord as his Savior in 1992. As his spiritual walk grew,
Hawboldt. “Give them a chance to to Train Like a Warrior event for this new found faith spilled out to his family and friends.
make new friends outside of school, youth aged 11-17. Ron struggled with health concerns; heart by-pass surgery and more
try out different activities, and be The YIA has another great, free recently kidney cancer, but between his will to live and faith in the Lord, he
active in our community.” event on October 25 with a overcame these health issues. This grew into a passion for exercise and
Events this summer included a Halloween Haunt for ages 11-17. On healthy living, which he was doing at the time of his passing.
Rockies Tourist Day, a Survivor November 12, the group will head to Funeral services were held in Edson at the Yellowhead Koinonia Christian
Skills Day, White Water Rafting, a the Airplay Trampoline Park for a School in Edson, Alberta on Saturday, August 24 and internment at the
Youth Swim at Repsol Place, the great day of fun, and is also intended Glenwood Cemetery.
Amazing Race around Edson, an for youth aged 11-17. “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that
Outdoor Movie, as well as visits to January 2 will be an exciting day whosoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16
the Rotary Park in Whitecourt and to for youth in our community aged 12-
the Niton Pool and Pumptrack. 17, as they are invited to attend a Ski In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Edson Minor Hockey,
The YIA had also planned a Learn & Snowboard event at Marmot Box 5101, Edson, Alberta T7E 1T3; HART #106, 90 Freeport Blvd.,
Calgary, Alberta T3J 5J9 Code#34060, Schlender Memorial or Amigo
to Bike at Willmore event, but Basin. Relief Missions, 23 Donnely Terrace, Sherwood Park, Alberta T8H 2B3
unfortunately the Edson Cycling Subsidies for paid events may be (Zhytomyr, Ukraine ministry).
Association had to call off the event available for low income families.
because of poor conditions following Registering for these programs can FINAL CARE ENTRUSTED TO
the heavy rain this year. Hawboldt be done online at edson.ca, or in
noted, “We hope to do it next year person at Repsol Place. For more FOOTHILLS MEMORIAL CHAPEL
with them!” information, call 780-723-4403 for A Division Of The Caring Group Corp.
As for the rest of the events, they details. Edson 780.723.3575 Hinton 780.865.1234
were definitely successful. “17 www.foothillsmemorialchapel.com
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
PAGE 28 MONDAY SEPTEMBER 9, 2019 MONDAY SEPTEMBER 2, 2019 PAGE 21
Thank You!
Ron Schlender
Ron’s family would like to thank the Edson
Fire Department, the ambulance service,
Edson RCMP, Victim's Services, Dr. Roder,
Dr. Zdrill and Dr. van der Merwe for their care
and compassion.
Special thanks to family members and
friends who touched our hearts with amazing
organizational skills, food, flowers, cards,
music team, sound, video presentation and
all the ladies who helped with the lunch;
people who helped with set up and clean up;
YKCS for the use of the school; the honor
guard of old -timer hockey players, the Elder
Statesmen.
Thanks to Reverend Les Halliwell, Pastor
Harold Froise, the pallbearers, the honorary
pallbearers and Foothills Memorial Chapel.
A special thank you for all your prayers for
our family, God Bless You.
You all surrounded us with love and
compassion at a very sensitive time.
Youth in the community had a great time this summer participating in the Youth Interagency's Wild
Wednesdays program, with events like White Water Rafting. photo submitted
~Obituary~
Youth Interagency made Ronald Edward
Schlender
Wednesdays “Wild” “For we walk by faith and not by sight.”
this summer 2 Corinthians 5:7
Ronald Edward Schlender, at the age of 75,
by Shaylyn Thornton seemed to be our number this year!” has gone to be with the Lord after a tragic
accident on August 19, 2019 in Edson, Alberta.
said Hawboldt, noting that they had He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years,
Throughout the summer, the 17 participants in each of the White Joanne; his daughter Andrea (Kim) Zazula and
Edson Youth Interagency has hosted Water Rafting, the Amazing Race, children Zachary and Zaden of Edmonton and
a variety of fun events for youth in and the visits to the Rotary Park and his son Curtis Schlender of Edson; siblings Lena Lehman, Alyce
our community. Many of these Niton Pool and Pumptrack. “There Haverland, Art Schlender, Lily (Earl) Jespersen, Evelyn (Marvin) Maron and
events were held on a Wednesday, as were returning kids and new ones for Leonard Schlender; numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. Ron
part of a new summer program the every event.” was predeceased by parents Jonathon and Olga Schlender; brother Elmer
YIA called Wild Wednesdays. The biggest success of the Schlender, sister Nellie Kehler.
The events were intended for summer was the Outdoor Movie on Ron was born December 27, 1943 in Wainwright, Alberta, the youngest
youth aged 11-17, and the YIA August 28 at Centennial Park. The of nine children. Ron's parents immigrated from Volynia, Russia (Ukraine
decided to host them over 8 YIA played Pirates of the Caribbean: now) in 1926.
Wednesdays as a way to spread them The Curse of the Black Pearl, and The family settled on a farm near Irma, Alberta and later moved to
out over the summer, providing offered free admission. “The Outdoor Onoway, a German based community.
something fun to do once a week as Movie had over 150 in attendance Ron attended Beaupre School in Onoway, Alberta. Some of Ron's first
opposed to bundled up in a single and majority were youth,” said jobs were pumping gas at Ray's Esso and picking parts at Loveseth's. He
week-long camp. Hawboldt. “I think this is our furthered his education by taking night classes for business. Ron, by the
Although a camp is great, this favorite event and seems to be the age of 19, opened a new Ackland's store in Edson and subsequently
way youth who might have holidays communities as well.” opened and managed stores in Hinton and Grande Cache.
at different points in the summer still The YIA plans to offer Wild Ron met Joanne Morris in Edson and they were married December 12,
had the opportunity to attend other Wednesdays again next summer, as 1969.
events, and it also worked out better they found the program worked In March of 1971, Ron purchased and ran a sports store, Ron's Outdoor
for their volunteers. really well. For now, the group has in Edson; which he sold in 1998. He continued in business with Ron's
The YIA's main goal was to some awesome events for youth Quad Rentals which daughter Andrea and son-in-law Kim purchased in
“provide safe, fun, and active planned as part of their fall lineup. 2012. Ron never truly retired; was busy with everything from business
opportunities to youth throughout the September 20 will be a Girls ventures to overseas missions to sports, enjoying golf, biking, hockey,
summer,” said Community Night Out event for girls in Grades skiing.
Development Coordinator Krysta 5+, and October 4 offers a free Learn Ron accepted the Lord as his Savior in 1992. As his spiritual walk grew,
Hawboldt. “Give them a chance to to Train Like a Warrior event for this new found faith spilled out to his family and friends.
make new friends outside of school, youth aged 11-17. Ron struggled with health concerns; heart by-pass surgery and more
try out different activities, and be The YIA has another great, free recently kidney cancer, but between his will to live and faith in the Lord, he
active in our community.” event on October 25 with a overcame these health issues. This grew into a passion for exercise and
Events this summer included a Halloween Haunt for ages 11-17. On healthy living, which he was doing at the time of his passing.
Rockies Tourist Day, a Survivor November 12, the group will head to Funeral services were held in Edson at the Yellowhead Koinonia Christian
Skills Day, White Water Rafting, a the Airplay Trampoline Park for a School in Edson, Alberta on Saturday, August 24 and internment at the
Youth Swim at Repsol Place, the great day of fun, and is also intended Glenwood Cemetery.
Amazing Race around Edson, an for youth aged 11-17. “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that
Outdoor Movie, as well as visits to January 2 will be an exciting day whosoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16
the Rotary Park in Whitecourt and to for youth in our community aged 12-
the Niton Pool and Pumptrack. 17, as they are invited to attend a Ski In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Edson Minor Hockey,
The YIA had also planned a Learn & Snowboard event at Marmot Box 5101, Edson, Alberta T7E 1T3; HART #106, 90 Freeport Blvd.,
Calgary, Alberta T3J 5J9 Code#34060, Schlender Memorial or Amigo
to Bike at Willmore event, but Basin. Relief Missions, 23 Donnely Terrace, Sherwood Park, Alberta T8H 2B3
unfortunately the Edson Cycling Subsidies for paid events may be (Zhytomyr, Ukraine ministry).
Association had to call off the event available for low income families.
because of poor conditions following Registering for these programs can FINAL CARE ENTRUSTED TO
the heavy rain this year. Hawboldt be done online at edson.ca, or in
noted, “We hope to do it next year person at Repsol Place. For more FOOTHILLS MEMORIAL CHAPEL
with them!” information, call 780-723-4403 for A Division Of The Caring Group Corp.
As for the rest of the events, they details. Edson 780.723.3575 Hinton 780.865.1234
were definitely successful. “17 www.foothillsmemorialchapel.com
