STEEVES, Dennis Nels: 1953 - 1986

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STEEVES, Herb: September 17, 1925 - September 19, 2004

Herbert Guy Steeves, 79, of Grande Prairie    Herb served in the American Airforce from 1942 - 1945, completed four combat missions as a gunner, was shot down on two of them and received the purple heart!    Passed away on Sunday, September 19, 2004, Herb succumbed to a long and fierce struggle with cancer, which he battled bravely to the end!    Born in Springhill, Pennsylvania in 1925, Herb and his family emigrated to Canada in 1926 to homestead around the Teepee Creek area. Herb had a long and varied life which spanned many careers and occupations. Herb was a devoted husband to wife Anna and a supportive and inspirational father to his three children Marjorie, Dennis and Lloyd. Tragically Herb was predeceased by his son Dennis in 1986. As a farmer, carpenter, truck-driver, businessman, and dedicated Department of Highways employee he gave it his all! He was well known as "Safety Herb"!    Herb and Anna worked tirelessly to establish the HillSide Community Association to develop the facilities within that area. Herb was very involved with the development and vision for parks in Grande Prairie as a member of the parks board. He enjoyed coaching baseball, building boats and RVs and spent as much time as possible camping and trekking around the bush. The family is proud of the legacy Herb has left behind in Grande Prairie.    Herb was dedicated to his family and extended family. At one point Herb went to the Chapel in Calgary and prayed to take on the cancer of his young granddaughter Anna-Marie, to spare her life. Having lost his mother early in life, he spent many years devoted to the caring of Alma Meyers, mother of Anna, whom he adopted as his Mom. Herb is survived by his loving wife Anna of 53 years, his loving son and daughter and their families; Lloyd Steeves and partner Donna Briggs, Marjorie Steeves-Campbell and husband Ron Campbell and their children Anna-Marie Steeves and her partner Keith Sankovic, Courtney Steeves and friend Kaylene, Ashley Steeves  and her partner Renee Chamberlain.    Herb is survived by his sister Lucille Gaboury, her husband Bud and his brother Bill.    Herb was predeceased by his sister Edith and brothers Harold and Clarence.    Herb will be fondly missed by many close nieces and nephews.    Please join us on Thursday, September 23, 2004 at 1 p.m.. from Oliver's Grande Prairie Funeral Chapel (10005-107 Ave.) Grande Prairie with Pastor Vern Begalke officiating. Lunch will follow with interment to take place at the Glen Leslie Cemetery.    In lieu of flowers please send your donation to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, south Peace Chapter.    OLIVER'S GRANDE PRAIRIE FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM    TELEPHONE (780) 532-2929    "Dedicated Service Since 1915" CLIPPED FROM - The Daily Herald-Tribune, Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada, 21 Sep 2004, Tue - Page 7

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STEEVES, Ruth, September 15, 1934 - June 21, 1994 {also on Meyers grave stone page}

Ruth Steeves, 59, of Grande Prairie    Ruth Steeves, a lifelong resident of the Grande Prairie area passed away suddenly on June 21, 1994 at the age or 59. Ruth was known for her sense of humor, kind heart, and generosity to all she knew and loved.    She is survived by her 3 loving children, her mother, 4 sisters, 1 brother, numerous relatives and many friends who arc deeply saddened by this loss.    Public visitation for family and friends will be held on Sunday, June 26, 1994 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at ParkLane Funeral Chapel, 9615 - 102 Street, Grande Prairie, Alta.    Funeral service for the late Ruth Steeves will be held on Monday, June 27, 1994 at 10 a.m. at Christ Church Anglican 6610 - Poplar Drive, Grande Prairie, Alta. with the Rev. Canon Isaac Graham officiating.    Interment to follow in the Glen Leslie Cemetery.    Funeral arrangements are entrusted to ParkLane Funeral Chapel, 9615 - 102 Street, Grande Prairie, Ab. 539-0098. CLIPPED FROM - The Daily Herald-Tribune, Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada, 24 Jun 1994, Fri - Page 5

Ruth Meyer married Bill Steeves (1959)

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