It is with great sadness the family of William Ivan Nilsson announce his passing on Friday December 18, 2015, at the age of 66. Ivan will be forever remembered by his wife and best friend, Barb; and his children; Terrance, Douglas (Maria) and Shane (Jessie). Ivan will also be fondly remembered by his grandchildren, Brandon, Taylor and Hudson. Ivan is survived by his brothers Stan (Ruth), Dwight (Carol), Kevin (Brenda), his sisters Diana (Lloyd), Johanna (Colin), Karen (Everett), his mother-in-law, Jeanine Hansen, and his brothers-in-law; Ted (Finey) Hansen, and Tim (Linda) Hansen. Ivan was predeceased by his parents, Daren and Tillie and by his daughter April. Ivan will also be fondly remembered by his numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and dear friends. A celebration of Ivan’s life will be held on Saturday August 13, 2016 the Christian Fellowship Assembly at 10:00 A.M. Those who so desire may make memorial donations in memory of Ivan to Alzheimer Society of Canada. 10531 Kingsway Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5H 4K1 www.donorserve@alzheimer.ca Care entrusted to Bear Creek Funeral Home 780-830-7742 www.bearcreekfuneral.com