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Muriel ROBERTSON

October 28, 2005

ROBERTSON Muriel Maude Robertson (nee Buchanan) passed away peacefully on October 23, 2005 at the Lacombe Extended Care Centre, at the age of 90 years. Born December 19, 1914 near Salvador, SK, she married Murray Matthews Robertson in 1940. They farmed there for some time before moving to Ponoka in 1946, then Alix, Tees, Mirror and finally moving to Lacombe in 1963. Muriel was a devoted and loving wife, mother, and grandmother, enjoying children of all ages. She was an excellent housekeeper, cook, and family caregiver. Muriel was a charter member of Kozy Korner, especially enjoying her membership in the chorus. She was also an active member of St. Andrew’s United Church. She enjoyed her many years of babysitting, in addition to baking, sewing, knitting, and many handicrafts. Muriel was predeceased by her husband, Murray, in 1982. She is survived by her four sons, Morris (Merry Dawn) of High River, Donald (Janet) of High River, Warren of Calgary, Wayne of Lacombe, five grandchildren, and six great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, as well as her sisters Margaret Mitchell of Moose Jaw and Mary Robertson of Camrose. The family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks to the staff of the Lacombe Extended Care Centre for their loving care over the last five years. Special thanks to Margo Bengtson for her devoted support and care for our mother. Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 28, 2005 at St. Andrew’s United Church, 5226-51 Ave., Lacombe at 2:00 PM, followed by tea to be served at the Kozy Korner. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Lacombe Community Health Care Centre Extended Care, 5430-47 Ave., Lacombe, AB. T4L 1G8. WILSON’S FUNERAL CHAPEL serving Central Alberta with locations in Lacombe and Rimbey in charge of the arrangements. 403-782-3366 403-843-3388 “A Caring Family, Caring For Families”