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Marshall: Ernest 1913 - 2005 Ernest Marshall was born February 10, 1913 and passed away in Hanna, AB August 4, 2005 at the age of 92. He will be missed but forever remembered by his loving wife of 62 years, Darlene and their 5 children. Reginald (Bernice), Kenneth (Linda), Terrence (Rose), Wendy Hannah (Jerry), Murray (Barbara), 12 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. As well as a sister Gladys Lewis, brother Bert Marshall and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents Dan and Grace Marshall, sister Lily Kanik, brothers Fred and Nick Marshall and a daughter Penny Deugo. Ernie was born near Craigmyle on the family farm. He attended Georgetown school until Gr. 8 then worked on the farm. He married Darlene Foye on March 19, 1942. After their marriage Ernie worked in the North American Coal Mine in Drumheller and was in the army for a short period before he was called back to the mines. Ernie took over the farm from his dad in 1950. Many happy hours were spent working the land. He retired and moved to Delia in 1975 where he enjoyed many leisure hours curling, fishing, camping and golfing while still maintaining his connection with the farm. He enjoyed spending time playing cards with his friends and family and always looked forward to the spaghetti dinners. He was able to travel to Hawaii, Alaska and many trips out to the West Coast visiting relatives. He was an active member of the Delia Elks Lodge and Senior Centre. Due to failing health Ernie and Darlene moved to the Hanna Lodge in April of 2005. Service of remembrance was held Tuesday, August 9, 2005 at the Delia Community Centre at 1:00 p.m. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Hanna Ladies Auxiliary, Box 23, Hanna, AB. T0J 1P0 or a charity of your choice. PERSONAL ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL SERVICES, Hanna ? 854-5400