MCLAUGHLIN, Nelson: 1895 - 1982 {also on Moody grave stone page}

Bio/MCLAUGHLIN-Nelson.pdf - Click for a PDF document with picture

MCLAUGHLIN, Blanche E.: 1909 - 1990 {also on Moody grave stone page}

Blanche Moody married Nelson McLaughlin

Block 36, Lot 2

MCLAUGHLIN, John "Jack" Elmer: June 24, 1938 - July 19, 2017

John “Jack” Elmer McLaughlin of Bezanson    John “Jack” Elmer McLaughlin of Bezanson, AB passed away on Wednesday, July 19, 2017, at the age of 79 years, after a brave battle with cancer.    Jack was born on June 24, 1938 in Grande Prairie to Nelson McLaughlin and Blanche Moody, and was married to Bonnie McArthur on April 7, 1958 in Grande Prairie. Along with his family, Jack’s true love was farming. He spent some years working as a pipeline construction foreman and after retiring from pipelining he returned to Bezanson and his lifelong passion for the land.    Jack was a quiet man who loved farming and driving through the Alberta Rockies. He was a huge Oilers and Eskimos fan and was interested in politics at all levels, with a particular knowledge of local history. Jack could take apart and put an engine back together in his sleep and could run any piece of equipment he set his hands to: from tractors and combines to bobcats and backhoes. He was fond of reminiscing and had a gentle spirit which kids and animals loved; cats and dogs would often follow him around the farmyard. When his grandchildren came out to the farm for visits he often asked them “what’s new in the big city?”    Jack is remembered by Bonnie, his wife of 59 years; sons: Blaine (Veni), Kelly (Alice), Brent, and Dale; grandchildren: Cory, Shannon, Nathan, Kristen, and Ryan; sister Lorena Snydmiller (Don) and family of Calgary; and brother Don (Colleen) McLaughlin and family of Prince George.    Jack was predeceased by his parents Nelson and Blanche, and brother Gerald.    Respecting Jack’s wishes there will be no funeral service and a family gathering will be held in celebration of his life.     The family would like to thank the Cross Cancer Institute for their kind and compassionate care.    In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations made to the Cross Cancer Institute (11560 University Avenue, Edmonton, AB, T6G 1Z2) or the Canadian Cancer Society (200, 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, AB, T2E 2P5).    Messages of remembrance may be left for the family at Oliver’s Funeral Home. Posted on Oliver's Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, Grande Prairie (web site)

MCLAUGHLIN, Earl: 1918 - May 28, 1988

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Myrtle Lillian (Ford) McLaughlin & Son Gerald Lynn McLaughlin

MCLAUGHLIN, Myrtle Lillian: 1922 - 1993 {also on Ford grave stone page}

Myrtle McLaughlin, 70, of Bezanson    Mrs. Myrtle McLaughlin passed away at her home in Bezanson, Alberta on Sunday, March 7, 1993, at age 70. Myrtle was born on September 4, 1922 in the Ford home in Bezanson. She was a lifelong resident of Bezanson, and was well known for her unique doll collection.    Myrtle is survived by her son Brian (Colleen) of Grovedale; grandsons: Brad, Reid, and Monty; 3 sisters: Elsie (Herb) of Polyser, Manitoba, Janet (George) Redford of Abbotsford, B.C., Verna Crowe of Bezanson; 3 brothers: Fred (Betty) Ford of Bezanson, Henry (Shirley) Ford of Bezanson, and John (Joyce) Ford of Clairmont; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.    Myrtle was predeceased by her husband Earl in 1988; son Lynn in 1968; her father Bill in 1945; her mother Vera in 1952; by 5 brothers: Harold, Vern, Harvey, Charlie, and Ross Ford; and by 2 sisters: Ellen Hawryluk, and Evelyn Gammon.    A memorial service for the late Myrtle McLaughlin will be held on Wednesday, March 10, 1993. at 2:00 p.m., at Oliver Funeral Chapel, Grande Prairie, Alberta, with Rev. Vern Begalke officiating. Cremation has taken place.    Memorial donations to the charity of one's choice would be greatly appreciated by the family.    Arrangements are entrusted to Oliver Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, Grande Prairie.    Telephone 532-2929. CLIPPED FROM - The Daily Herald-Tribune, Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada, 09 Mar 1993, Tue - Page 2

Myrtle Ford married Bob Thorpe then Earl McLaughlin

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MCLAUGHLIN, Gerald Lynn: 1945 - 1968 {also on Ford grave stone page}

Lynn drowned in the Wapiti River and body was never found.

MCLAUGHLIN, Elmer (Beezer):  September 29, 1915 - February 14, 2001

Elmer McLaughlin, 85, of Bezanson    It is with great sorrow that the family of Elmer Thomas McLaughlin announces his death at the Queen Elizabeth II hospital on Wednesday, February 14, 2001 at the age of 85 years.    He was the beloved husband of Pearl, dearly loved father of his children: Jim McLaughlin (Carol) of Salmon Arm, BC: Judy Snydmiller (late Tom Lay) of Grande Prairie, Alta.: Rick McLaughlin (Debra) of Salmon Arm, BC: Joy Repecka (Gerald) of Hinton, Alta.: Rod McLaughlin (penny) of Lac La Biche, Alta.: and Deb West (Tom) of Lac La Biche. Alta.: Elmer also leaves Pearl's children: Kay McNally (Barney) of Bezanson, Alta.: Linda Davies (Don) of Red Deer, Alta.: and Doug and Harry Rycroft of Grande Prairie, Alta.    He was the loving grandfather of numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren of both families. He is also survived by hid sisters Jean Kimble, Joan Ames (Russell), Helen Redwood (Allan) and his sister-in-law Elizabeth (Betty) McLaughlin.    He was predeceased by his parents Ira (a long serving Social Credit MLA for Grande Prairie) and Nellie McLaughlin and his brothers Neil McLaughlin and Earl McLaughlin and his sister-in-law Myrtle McLaughlin and his brother-in-law Herbert Kimble.    Funeral service will be held on Saturday, Feb. 17 at 2 p.m., at the Bezanson Community Church. Interment to follow at the Glen Leslie Cemetery. Pastor Jonathan Sigglekow officiating.    In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Bezanson Golden Years Club or the Bezanson Community Church. OLIVER'S GRANDE PRAIRIE FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM The Daily Herald-Tribune (Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada)16 Feb 2001, Fri Page 7

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Block 62, Lot 4

MCLAUGHLIN, Gerald - February 21, 1931 – February 4, 2011

Gerald McLaughlin    It is with great sadness that the McLaughlin family announces the passing of Gerald McLaughlin of Bezanson on February 4, 2011 in his 79th year. Gerald was the first child of Nelson (Mac) and Blanche McLaughlin.    He is survived by his sister, Lorena (Don) Snydmiller, brothers Don (Colleen) and Jack (Bonnie), also two aunts and several cousins. The nieces and nephews Judy, Brian, Stuart and Jason Snydmiller, Don Jr., Brenda Shypitka and Cindy Armstrong, Blaine, Brent, Kelly and Dale McLaughlin will fondly remember uncle Gerald and his favourite exclamation "Well for the love 'a Mike!" and his rollicking laugh.    Gerald's work career after high school began with Northwest Industries in Edmonton repairing airplanes. He returned to Bezanson and worked with Tom McEwen in the service station and blacksmith shop and later, on his own, in his Bezanson Service Station. After closing that venture, he worked for R. Angus, the Caterpillar dealership, for a few years. He ended his work career freelancing at mechanical work throughout the Grande Prairie area. Gerald regarded nearly everyone as his very good friend. Gerald's last years were challenging because of health problems.    He finally lost his long battle with cancer and went to join our parents last Friday. The service for Gerald will be held in the spring. A special thank you to Dr. Martin, Dr. Duta and the wonderful staff at Grande Prairie Care Centre.    In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Grande Prairie Care Centre: 10039 98 St. Grande  Prairie, AB T8V 2E7 or to The Parkinson's Society of Alberta: Room 3Y18 Edmonton General 11111 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5K 0L4.    Condolences may be sent by visiting www.oliversgrandeprairie.com    OLIVER'S GRANDE PRAIRIE FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM CLIPPED FROM - The Daily Herald-Tribune, Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada, 11 Feb 2011, Fri  •  Page 47

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Block 36, Lot 3

MCLAUGHLIN, Louis: 1899 - May 25, 1979

Block 20, Lot 6

MCLAUGHLIN, Milton: 1910 - 1957

Block 20, Lot 7

MCLAUGHLIN, Neil E.: 1914 - 1969

Bio/McLaughliln-Neil.pdf - Click for a PDF document with picture

Block 33, Lot 13

MCLAUGHLIN, Elizabeth “Betty” Alice: February 26, 1919 - October 1, 2018

Elizabeth “Betty” Alice McLaughlin    “Betty” Alice McLaughlin, resident of Grande Prairie, passed away on Monday, October 1, 2018, at Grande Prairie Care Centre, at the age of 99 years.    Betty was born February 26, 1919 to Glen Leslie pioneers Ross and Annie Wales and raised in a log house on the Wales’ farm. Betty Wales met Neil McLaughlin as a teenager and married him at the age of 21 in 1940, and lost him in 1969. A lifetime Grande Prairie resident, Betty lived at the Wild Rose Villa/Manor for the last 15 years.    Betty was a remarkable woman. She was the epitome of love: love for her family, love for her friends, and love for humankind, with no judgment from her. She made everyone feel welcome and comfortable. Retorts were the norm with her quick wit and sense of humour.    She will be sadly missed by her children: Aileen (Gordon) Bayley, Ross (Nancy) McLaughlin, Gail (Richard) Forster, Bill (Jocelyn) McLaughlin, and Bonnie (Duane) LaValley; 14 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, and 8 great great-grandchildren.    She was predeceased by her parents Ross and Annie Wales; husband Neil McLaughlin; brothers: Alfred, Charlie and Jack; and numerous other family members.    Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 6, 2018, at 1:00pm, Oliver's Funeral Home in Grande Prairie (10005 107 Ave.).    Memorial donations may be made to: “Glen Leslie Cemetery. In memory of Betty McLaughlin – bench.” Proceeds to be used for the Ross and Charlie Wales appreciation bench. (Mail to County of Grande Prairie #1, 10001 84 Ave., Clairmont, AB, T8X 5B2). Posted on Oliver's Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, Grande Prairie (web site)

Betty Wales married Neil McLaughlin

Block 33, Lot 14

KIMBLE, Herbert  W.: 1921 - 1991 {also on Kimble grave stone page}

Herbert W. Kimble, 69, of Grande Prairie    Wayne Kimble, a lifetime resident of the Crystal Creek, Alberta area, passed away at his home on Sunday, April 7, 1991 at age 69. He was born at Crystal Creek in November 24, 1921 to Herman and   Sylvira Kimble.    He is survived by his loving wife Jean; and children, son Gordon (Pat) of Grande Prairie and their children, Tanya, Neana, granddaughter Ashley of Grande Prairie, Monte (Joanne) and their children Nicole, Jennifer and Ches of Grande Prairie, Rocky of Grande Prairie and Robin of Grande Prairie: his mother Sylvira Ladwig of Grande Prairie: two brothers Bob (Stella) Kimble of Grande Prairie, and Ellsworth (Ann) Kimble of Grande Prairie: 2 sisters, Elaine (Tom) Osborne of Creston, BC., and Violet (Alfred) Wales of Grande Prairie; sister-in-law Louise Kimble of Grande Prairie; step-brothers: Arnold (Anna) Ladwig of Grande Prairie, and Keith (Margaret) Ladwig of Grande Prairie: step-sister Doris Stashko of Edmonton: as well as numerous other family members and friends.    Herbert was predeceased by his father Herman Kimble Sr.: his step-father Rhinehart: and twin brother Herman.    Funeral service for the late Herbert Wayne Kimble will be held at the alliance Church, Grande Prairie, Alberta on Wednesday April 10, 1991, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Victor Zacharias officiating. Interment to follow at the Glen Leslie Cemetery.    Memorial donations to the Heart and Strike Fund would be appreciated by the family.    Arrangements are under the direction of Oliver Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, Grande Prairie. Telephone 532-2929 CLIPPED FROM - The Daily Herald-Tribune, Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada, 08 Apr 1991, Mon  •  Page 2

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Herbert Kimble married Jean McLaughlin

KIMBLE, Jean Ophelia: January 1, 1926 - September 4, 2021 {also on Kimble grave stone page}

Jean Ophelia Kimble   It is with deep sadness that the family of Jean Kimble, wishes to announce her passing on Saturday, September 4, 2021, in Grande Prairie, AB, at the age of 95 years.    Jean was born on January 1, 1926, in Grenfell, SK, to Ira and Nellie McLaughlin. The family moved to the Bezanson, AB, area in 1928 and she was raised on the family farm.    She married Herbert Kimble and together they farmed and raised four sons: Gordon, Monte, Rocky, and Robin on their family farm in the Crystal Creek area. Even after Herbert passed away, she remained there for another 25 years until moving into Wildrose Manor in Grande Prairie.    Family was very important to her. She was always going above and beyond to bake, sew, and just generally spoil first her kids, and then grandchildren. Jean loved get togethers where she could cook for and visit with her family.    She loved curling, picking berries, growing flowers, sewing, baking, horseback riding, cross country skiing, playing the piano, going for walks, and watching tennis on TV. She was a very accomplished artist and many of us have some of her art displayed in our homes. But her favorite pastime was golf and she was lucky enough to be able to golf into her nineties.    Jean is survived by her sons: Monte, Rocky, and Robin; grandchildren: Tanya, Neana, Nicole, Jennifer, and Ches; eleven great-grandchildren; 2 great great-grandchildren; brother in-law Allan Redwood; sister in-law Louise Kimble; as well as many nieces and nephews.    Jean was predeceased by her husband Herbert; son Gordon; parents Ira and Nellie McLaughlin; brothers: Neil, Elmer, and Earl; sisters Joan Ames, and Helen Redwood; parents in-law; as well as many brothers and sisters in-law.    A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, September 10, 2021, at 11:00am, at Glen Leslie Cemetery.    Following the service, everyone is welcome to join the family for refreshments at Crystal Creek Hall.    Condolences may be sent by visiting www.oliversfuneralhome.com Posted on Oliver's web site

Block 57, Lot 1

AMES, Russell Fred: May 17 1928 - November 14 2015 {also on Ames grave stone page}

Russell Fred Ames    Russell Fred Ames, born May 17, 1928 in Bezanson, AB, passed away surrounded by family on Saturday, November 14, 2015 at the QEII Hospital, at the age of 87 years. Russell enjoyed life, was a man of great work ethic, and was blessed with many talents. He and Joan loved to dance and have several medals won at various Provincial Seniors Games. We will remember him when we hear some beloved dance music, or in the fall when the crops in the fields are ripe for harvest, or see a shiny red GMC pick-up truck. We will remember and love you forever.    Russell will be greatly missed by his wife of 67 years Joan, son Danny (Donna), daughter Terry (Roland) LaCroix; grandchildren: Tammy (Wayne), Darcy (Shelley), Renee (Darryl), Holly (Brady) and Jennifer. His 13 great-grandchildren: Kalyssa, Naomi, Braeden, Tristan, Josie, Reid, Brinley, Trey, Quinn, Cohan, Chloe, Alexa and Lily were a source of great pride and joy.    Russell is also survived by his sisters Edith (Milfred), Fern (Ron), and Ruby; sisters in-law Betty and Jean, brother in-law Allan, as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Fred and Edna Ames, parents-in-law Ira and Nellie McLaughlin, as well as many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.    An informal Open House Memorial Tea will be held on Friday, November 20, 2015 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm at the Golden Age Centre in Grande Prairie (10222 101 Ave.) Cremation has taken place, and a private family burial will take place at a later date.    Memorial Donations may be made to the Grande Prairie Golden Age Centre (10222 101 Ave, Grande Prairie, AB, T8V 0Y5) or to a local charity of ones choice. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.oliversfuneralhome.com Posted on Oliver's web site

AMES, Joan Alma: May 26, 1928 - July 25, 2020 {also on Ames grave stone page}

Joan Alma Ames    It is with great sadness that the family of Joan Alma Ames (nee McLaughlin) announces her sudden passing on Saturday, July 25, 2020 at Wild Rose Manor in Grande Prairie, AB, at the age of 92 years.    Joan was born May 26, 1928 in Grenfell, SK, and grew up in Bezanson, AB. She married and raised her family there on the farm, until she and her husband Russell sold and moved to Grande Prairie in 1974.    Joan was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Her family was all-important and her well-tended home a place of comfort and countless wonderful meals. She was a wonderful baker, her homemade bread, squares and especially pies, were mouth-watering to anyone that got to enjoy them. Many loaves of freshly baked bread or cinnamon buns were delivered to her grandchildren over the years, not to mention the amazing potato salad that the family is still trying to perfect in her honor! Joan also crocheted hundreds of beautiful afghans over the years, which family and friends proudly display in her honour.    In their retirement, Joan and Russell enjoyed golfing and travelling, especially their six-week drive across Canada, visiting family along the way. Joan and Russell loved to dance and won several medals over the years at various Provincial Seniors Games. Joan was an avid walker, walking daily for several years.    Her marriage of 67 years was blessed with two children, five grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren. Son Danny (Donna) and their family: granddaughter Holly (Brady Kyle) and great-grandchildren Tristan and Quinn; granddaughter Jennifer (Garrett Larson/deceased) and great-grandchildren Cohan, Chloe and Lily. Daughter Terry (Roland LaCroix), and their family: granddaughter Tammy (Wayne Maskell) and great-grandchildren Josie and Brinley; grandson Darcy (Shelley) LaCroix and great-grandchildren Naomi, Reid, Trey and Alexa; granddaughter Renee (Darryl Gagnon) and great-grandchildren Kalyssa and Braeden. Joan is also survived by sister Jean Kimble; sisters in-law: Edith, Fern (Ron), and Ruby; brother in-law Allan; as well as many nieces and nephews.    Joan was predeceased by her husband Russell; parents Ira and Nellie McLaughlin; parents in law Fred and Edna Ames; sister Helen Redwood; brothers: Neil, Elmer and Earl: as well as many sisters in-law and brothers in-law.    Due to Covid19, there will be no memorial service. A private family burial of ashes will take place later in August 2020.    Memorial donations may be made to the Grande Spirit Foundation (9505 102 Ave., Grande Prairie, AB, T8V 7G9).    The family wishes to extend our heartfelt thanks to the staff at    Wild Rose Manor for their amazing care for Joan during the past five years. In particular, the care shown during the Covid19 pandemic has been commendable, and certainly, at times, has gone above and beyond the call of duty. Thank you so very much! Condolences may be sent by visiting www.oliversfuneralhome.com Posted on Oliver's web site

Joan McLaughlin married Russell Ames

Block 33, Lot 5

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