OLIVE EILEEN WALSH passed away in Cardston on August 29th, 2010 at the age of 84 years
A Memorial Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of  Latter-day Saints, Temple Street Chapel, Cardston on Thursday, September 2nd, 2010 at 7:00 p.m

Sometime between Thursday August 12th, 2010 and Tuesday August 17th, 2010 unknown suspect (s) gained entry into an outbuilding located at a rural residence between Glenwood and Hillspring, Alberta.  The suspect (s) then stole a red 1999 Polaris ATV.  The RCMP are requesting assistance locating the Suspect (s) responsible.
 
If anyone has any information regarding this or any other crime please contact the Cardston RCMP at (403) 653-4932, or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.  You can also leave information online at www.tipsubmit.com.

Sometime between the late evening hours of August 13th, 2010 and early morning hours of August 14th, 2010 unknown suspect (s) damages numerous traffic control signs in Cardston.
 
If anyone has any information regarding this or any other crime please contact the Cardston RCMP at (403) 653-4932, or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.  You can also leave information online at www.tipsubmit.com.
 

EMILY VERLA BLACKMORE KAPCSOS,  February 27th, 1930 - August 6th, 2010
           
A joyful vibrant ray of light was delivered to Emily Woolley and John Horne Blackmore on February 27, 1930.  Verla entered the world 9th in a family of 12, with a singular purpose to share and show her love, serving and blessing the lives of all she encountered.  From her earliest years, Verla was known by family and friends to be kind, considerate and selfless to a fault - always putting the needs of others ahead of her own.
           
A gifted self - taught musician, able to play any tune by ear, one of her greatest joys, to lifes last moment, was to share songs of the heart with her family.  With the voice of an angel, she enriched the lives of thousands who heard her sing and play piano, organ and accordion. Verla was also a talented artist and song writer and exhibited a flair for home making and decorating.
           
She served a church mission to Palmyra, New York and continued that mission until August 6, 2010, fervently sharing her keen knowledge and living testimony of the gospel.  Mom lived her sermons with daily purpose and conviction.  In her presence one experienced godliness personified -  love, compassion, humility and integrity.  She was a choice spirit - a token of God’s love for us.
           
Possessing the essence of motherhood, Verla raised 10 children, with her whole soul and being by the side of the love of her life, Steve.
           
Bereft of her physical presence we who remain, remember her teachings and selfless service.  We know with certainty, though her song - filled voice is silent here, it now mingles with the choirs of heaven.  Verla’s greatest desire was to become like God and return to his presence.  Everything she said or did was evidence that “The greatest among us is the servant of all.”
           
Emerson’s words appropriately sum up her life: “That person is a success who has lived well, loved much and laughed often.”
           
Dear mother, wife, sister, you will always hold the fondest place in our hearts.
           
Emily Verla Blackmore Kapcsos is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Steve, 10 children and respective spouses, 76 grand children and 47 great - grandchildren.  What a legacy.
           
Sincere appreciation is extended to Dr. Taylor and all those who have assisted the family during her passing.
           
At Verla’s request a private family celebration of her life will be held at a future date.  Vaya Con Dios, elect lady. 

Pioneer Day at the Card Home held Saturday August 7th 12:00pm – 2:00pm (immediately following the parade) with Hamburgers, Larry’s beans, Pop, Dessert. Also free admission to museum, guided tours, old fashioned games, and entertainment. Sponsored by the Cardston Historical Society

The youth of Cardston-Kainai region have united under the banner, “Many Hands, Many Minds, ONEHEART” in their creation of a 16 foot ‘Community Social Inclusion’ Mosaic, which will be unveiled in a public ceremony, August 4th, 10:30 a.m.

The mosaic will be displayed on the Main Street of Cardston, across from the Card Home in the Reddi-Mart parking lot. The beautiful design features many symbols of a socially inclusive future and the diversity we all share; including portraits of children from many different ethnic and cultural backgrounds, as well as the influential Chief Red Crow of the Kainai-Blackfoot Nation. This original design was taken from the ideas of dozens of youth in the area and combined by Cardston local artist, Janet Mein.

Dignitaries from across Alberta will give their remarks at the ceremony, including Alberta Human Rights Chief Commissioner, Blair Mason, Blackfoot Chief Weasel Moccasin, Cardston County Reeve, Cam Francis, and Cardston Mayor, Rick Schow. Performances by Cardston Elementary Soaring Eagles, local musician Joanne Hansen, and the Blackfoot Confederacy Band will also be given.

The youth-driven project, ONEHEART is an initiative of the non-profit organization, Shinah House, and is funded by the Human Rights Education and Multiculturalism Fund, Home Hardware, the Kinsmen Club, and local organizations and merchants. Through various initiatives, it is ONEHEART’s goal to promote social inclusion; eliminating prejudice because of race, religion, illness, handicap, or other differences that exist across the globe.

“What we are hoping for is a symbol of the future- a new beginning of respect for diversity and appreciation for equality.”

As those of ONEHEART would say, the mural has come into being through ‘Many Hands, Many Minds, and ONEHEART’, as countless volunteers, community members, organizations, and youth have contributed to its creation over the past eighteen months.


About Shinah House
The Shinah House Foundation is a registered charity, working to promote personal and community wellness. Through the use of innovative strategies and unique facilities, the foundation collaborates and works cooperatively with communities to provide a pathway to wellness that is socially inclusive and congruent with full community involvement and civic engagement.
Currently Shinah House operates an Art & Living centre in the heart of Cardston, Alberta. The Centre focuses on community needs by supporting wellness through the Arts, Health and Nutrition, Education, special needs support and continuing support for women with mental illness. It is reflective of cultural diversity and is available to all members of the community including all ethnic backgrounds, levels of wellness and learning abilities.
In the future Shinah House Foundation has plans to build a ranch where women struggling with mental illness can go to become well. While Shinah House works towards this goal of need it continues in strengthening the mental wellness of individuals through its programs and services.

For more information see www.shinahhouse.org

NORMA WATSON STANFORD-ORR, beloved wife of the late Don Stanford and the late Mel Orr, passed away at the Milk River Health Centre on Friday, July 30th, 2010 at the age of 82 years.
           
The Funeral Service will be held in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Coutts, AB on Friday, August 6th, 2010  at 11:00 a.m. with Bishop Robert Berezay Officiating. Friends may meet the family at the Church from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the Service. Interment will follow at the Cardston Cemetery in Cardston, AB  at 4:00 p.m.

NED EVERT DAVIDSON,  husband of the late Edna Perrett Davidson, passed away on Friday, July 30th, 2010 at the age of 97 years, after a brief stay in the Cardston Hospital.
           
Born on May 24, 1913 in Mountain View, Alberta, son of the late Orvy and Annie Davidson.
           
He is survived by children; Twylla (Sheldon) Oviatt of Glenwood, Ronald (Neila) of Edmonton, Kaye Leavitt of Cardston, daughter-in-law Janet of Vulcan, Judy (Blaine) Burbank of Vauxhall, 24 grandchildren, 53 great grandchildren, 11 great great grandchildren, brother, Leo (Agnes); sister, Una Peck; sister-in-laws, Barbara Davidson, June Leggott, Iris Marshall and brother-in-law, Alfred Neilsen.
           
He was predeceased by his wife, Edna; son, Dennis; grandson-in-law, Gary Betker; great grand daughter, Cayleigh Rae Elliott; brothers, Don and Dahl; sisters, Ida McMullin and Nena Wood.
           
He was a loving husband and father.  His family was important to him and he was willing to help in any way.  He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and held many positions over the years including 8 years as councilor to Bishop Edwin K. Greene and Temple Worker for 9 years.
           
Cheesemaking was his life’s work.  He worked at the Glenwood Cheese Factory for 41 years.  For a period of 13 yrs. he was Manager, Cheesemaker and bookkeeper plus anything else that was needed.  Many trophies and prizes were won over the years, including for Grade 1 cheese and best kept cheese factory in the province.  He was a wonderful example of hard work, service and integrity and was thorough and meticulous in all he did.
           
He will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew him.
           
The Funeral Service will be held in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Glenwood Chapel on Thursday, August 5th, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. with Bishop Doug Smith Officiating.
           
Friends may meet the family  at the Church from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the Service.  Interment in the Glenwood Cemetery.