VIOLET EMMA WALES It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Violet Emma Wales. Violet was born December 16, 1919 and passed away May 29, 2015 at the age of 95 years surrounded by her adoring family. Violet was a lifelong resident of Grande Prairie. She was born on the family homestead in the Crystal Creek area. She was born the 2nd of 6 children to Sylvira (Dorscheid) and Herman Kimble. Violet attended school at the Crystal Creek County School. Violet met Alfred Ross Wales in the community and they married December 18, 1939. They farmed in the Glen Leslie area their entire working years, remaining on the farm until 1996. They were blessed with 4 children: Eleanor, Jerry, Herb and Judy. Violet is survived by her children: Eleanor McCurdy, Jerry (Laurie), Judy Wales, 12 Grandchildren, 17 Great Grandchildren, 8 Great Great Grandchildren, Brother – Bobby Kimble, Sisters-In-Laws: Jean Kimble, Louise Kimble, Anne Kimble, Betty McLaughlin and Brother-In-Law – Charlie Wales. Dear friend and care giver – Alice Hickson. As well as a large number of extended family and friends. Violet was pre-deceased by husband – Alfred Wales, son – Herb Wales, Son-In-Law – Brian McCurdy, Sister – Elaine Osborne, Brothers – Herman, Herbert and Ellsworth Kimble, Brothers-In-Laws – Jack Wales, Tom Osborne and Neil McLaughlin, Sisters-In-Laws – Jeanette Wales, Alta Wales, Florence Wales and Stella Kimble. In tribute to Violet Wales, please join the family in wearing something red (Violet’s favorite color) to the funeral. There will be an open microphone opportunity at the funeral for anyone who wishes to share . The family would like to send a sincere thank you for many years of caring service to Dr. Pope, Alice Hickson, Wild Rose Staff, Home Care Staff and the recent Palliative care from the staff of 5 North at the QEII Hospital. Funeral services are scheduled on Tuesday, June 2 at 2pm at Church of Christ, 9602 – 92 Avenue, Grande Prairie. The viewing will be prior to the service in the church foyer. If desired Memorial Donations can be made to the Grande Prairie Hospice Palliative Care Society www.gphospice.ca PO Box 21215 Grande Prairie AB T8V 6W7 Care entrusted to Bear Creek Funeral Home Grande Prairie 780-830-7742 www.bearcreekfuneral.com