Bulford, Dorothea Ellen: October 03, 1947 - March 16, 2025 {Also on Fitzsimmons grave stone page}

Dorothea Bulford   It is with great sadness and heavy hearts; we announce the passing of our beloved Dorothea Ellen Bulford on March 16, 2025, at the age of 77 years.   Dorothea was born on October 3, 1947, to Harriet and Gordon Fitzsimmons. She was the youngest of three girls. As a child she attended and finished school in Wembley. Afterwards she went to work at the CIBC in Grande Prairie AB.   While walking home from work with a friend, Dorothea was introduced to Jim Bulford through the kindness of a ride home and from that chance meeting a romance was born. While dating, Dorothea decided to see what it was like to live in the big city and moved in with her oldest sister and husband in Edmonton. Jim, upon realizing that he dearly missed her, drove to Edmonton, proposed and the deal was sealed. They lived in Grande Prairie for almost four years when Jim decided to give farming a try - against Dorothea’s wishes. She gave him three years and said if I don’t like it, we will move back to Grande Prairie.   Their first daughter, Teresa was born a year after they started farming. When the 3-year mark hit, Dorothea made a list of the pros and cons and decided that this was definitely the way of life for her. Two years after that their second daughter, Heather was born.   Dorothea had a strong faith in God and became involved in the Bezanson Community Church. She was admired for her kindness and generosity. Dorothea and Jim were avid square dancers with the Bezanson Wheelers. For a time, Dorothea wrote a column in the Daily Herald Tribune in which she reported on the community events for Bezanson. She also volunteered on the board for the Community Crime Watch Association.   In the later years, Dorothea found joy in joining Jim on his long-haul trucking adventures. They also enjoyed travelling down to Osoyoos various times as well as once across Canada with her older sister and brother in-law.   And then the grandchildren came. Mikayla, Teron, Carter and Hunter were her whole world. She was then busy attending all the hockey, curling, motocross, football, volleyball, piano and violin recitals her schedule could handle.   Dorothea is survived by her loving husband, Jim, her children Teresa (Aaron) Anderson, Heather (Clayton) Furgeson, grandchildren Mikayla Anderson (Shawn), Teron Anderson (Sierra), Carter Furgeson and Hunter Furgeson and her sister Elenor Wood. She is also survived by her in-laws, who she loved like her own family. As well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends; who were so dear to her heart.   Dorothea was predeceased by her father and mother, Gordon and Harriet Fitzsimmons, sister Gertrude Thomson, brother-in-law, Jim Wood, mother and father-in-law, Elmer and Ann Bulford, nephew Andrew, nephew Norman, great-nephew Nylan, and infant nephew Stephen.   We want to extend our heartfelt thank you to all the paramedics, ER, palliative care, first and second floor nurses of the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital. She was Fiercely loved by her Family and her impact will live on through her generosity for generations to come.   A service for Dorothea will be held on Thursday, March 27th at 2pm at the Bezanson Community Church (Grande Prairie County No. 1, AB T0H 0G0). Luncheon to follow at the church.   In lieu of flowers, the family would ask you to please donate in Dorothea’s name to the Northwestern Alberta Foundation. Clipped from Oliver's Funeral Home & Crematorium

Dorothea Fitzsimmons married Jim Bulford

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Bulford, Kathleen Patricia: March 16, 1949 – December 15, 2024 {Also on McGreevy grave stone page}

Kathleen  Bulford   It is with broken hearts and profound disbelief that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of our angel on earth, Kathleen.   Kathleen Patricia was born March 16, 1949, in Northern Ireland to Catherine and Francis McGreevy, where she was the middle child of nine. She lost her dad when she was just a young girl, and it was a huge loss because she adored him and his playful spirit, which she matched. After she finished school, she attended business college and worked in an office in Belfast, a job she enjoyed. In 1969, Kathleen was encouraged by her mother to move to Canada, to Maple Ridge, BC where her older sister Lily and family and her brother Hugh had emigrated to. She told her younger siblings she would be back soon, but she would not return to Ireland until many years later. The biggest reason for that delay was meeting the love of her life, Grant, in the fall of 1971. Grant had just been transferred there for his first RCMP posting. They fell completely in love after their first date, getting married in 1972 and then starting their bustling family of five. The arrival of Monica would start their family in 1972, followed by Tammy in 1974.   Being married to a police officer has its challenges, but the biggest was leaving family and friends and moving to start over in a new town. In August 1977 Grant and Kathleen made their first move to Carlyle, Saskatchewan where they welcomed Sean in December of that year. While in Carlyle they added Ryan in 1979 and rounded off their crew with Daniel in 1982.   So many life-long friends were made in Carlyle that became more like family, which was so important to her, as she was so far away from hers. She made many special memories there with her young family.   Seven years later, the trek was made north to Battleford, Saskatchewan, where she started all over again, finding many new friends. If you knew Kathleen, that was easy for her to do. She was so easy to love. Two years later, the family was on their way to settle in Bezanson for years to come, and back with family.   She was a vital member of her community, involved with the local CWL, TOPS, Bezanson Rec Society, Bezanson Senior Centre, and wherever else she was needed. She has been called by some a matriarch in the community, and that is so true, she loved and was loved by all.   She was known for her strong Catholic faith, her sweet Irish singing voice, her quick wit, her smiling eyes, and most of all her beautiful and giving heart. She was a brilliant ray of love to all who knew her. She was truly one in a million.   Her greatest and most precious gifts were her family- Grant, the love of her life, travel companion, ranch hand and soulmate, her children who she loved unconditionally, and her shining stars, her grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.   Kathleen was predeceased by her father Francis McGreevy, her mother Catherine McGreevy, her sisters, Lily McFadden, Rose Brennan, and Sally McKay, brothers Joe and Hugh McGreevy, infant brothers Seamus and Francis, mother-in-law Annie Bulford, father-in-law Harvey Bulford, and Granny Bulford.   She is survived by her adoring and loving husband Grant, her children and grandchildren who were her entire world. She will be missed dearly by her daughters Monica (Wade), Tammy, sons Sean (Shelanne), Ryan (Jenny) and Daniel (Pyper), her grandchildren Daylon, Ashley (Kyle, and their children Hudson and Jillian), Emma Kate, Abby, Sean, Logan, Dani Lynn, Lily, Rheed, Charlie, Ella, Griffin, Hayes and Sutton. She is also survived by her three brothers, Mickey, Francie (Wanda), and Len (Noleen) McGreevy, her in-laws, who she loved like her own family, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who held a special place in her heart, as she certainly did in theirs.   We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the friends and the emergency personnel that tried so hard to keep her with us. Service for Kathleen will be held on Saturday, December 28th, 2024, at 1:00 pm, at St. Joseph Catholic Church 10404 102 St. Grande Prairie.   Luncheon to follow at the Bezanson Memorial Hall.   In lieu of flowers, the family would ask you to please make a donation in Kathleen’s name, to a charity of your choice.   Care entrusted to Bear Creek Funeral Home info@bcfh.ca 780-830-7742 clipped from Bear Creek Funeral Hone website

Kathleen McGreevy married Grant Bulford (June 30, 1972)

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BULFORD, Haviland B.; 1887 - 1959 {also on Lapisky grave stone page}

BULFORD, Dukitsa (Kate): 1896 - 1990 {also on Lapisky grave stone page}

Kate Lapisky married Haviland Bulford (1915)

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BULFORD Harry E.: 1924 - 1963

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BULFORD, Harvey Stanley.: October 30, 1924 - April 12, 1990 {also on Diederich grave stone page}

Harvey Stanley Bulford    On Thursday, April 12, 1990, Harvey Bulford passed away in Grande Prairie. Alberta. at the age of 65. Harvey was born in Grande Prairie on October 30. 1924. and had been a life long resident of Bezanson. He was also a member of the West Smoky Legion No.244 in Bezanson. He is survived by his loving wile Annie; children: Lynne (Gerald) Oe of Bezanson. Melvin (Marion) of Bezanson. Grant (Kathleen) of Bezanson. Beverly (Stan) Tissington of Dimsdale. and Harold (Luanne) of Bezanson: 15 grandchildren: his 93 year old mother. Kate Bulford,  of Grande Prairie: brother Elmer (Ann) of Bezanson: 2 sisters: Irene Nellis of Grande Prairie. and Eleanor (George) Bain of Elmworth: numerous nieces and nephews: and brother-in-law Henry (Myrtle) Diederich of Dimsdale. He was predeceased by his father Haviland, twin brother Harry: and his uncle Stanley.    Prayers will he held at the Oliver Funeral Chapel. Grande Prairie, on Monday. April 16. 1990. at 8 p.m. Funeral Mass for the late Harvey Stanley Bulford will he held on Tuesday, April 17. 1990. at 2 p.m.. at St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church. Grande Prairie, Alberta, with Father Alpert Sterzer officiating.    Interment to follow in Glen Leslie Cemetery. In lieu of flowers. memorial donations to the charity of one's choice would be appreciated by the family.    Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Oliver Funeral Chapel & Crematorium   10212-102 Street, Grande Prairie. Telephone 532-2929 CLIPPED FROM - The Daily Herald-Tribune, Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada, 16 Apr 1990, Mon  •  Page 2

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BULFORD, Annie Mary Madelaine: May 12, 1922 - February 2, 2015 {also on Diederich grave stone page}

Annie Bulford    Annie Mary Madelaine Bulford passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, February 2, 2015 at the Points West Hospice in Grande Prairie at the age of 92. Annie was born on the family farm just west of Bezanson on May 12, 1922 to Michael and Madelaine Diederich.    Annie was raised in Bezanson but moved with her brother Henry to the Mission in Peace River after their mother passed away in 1929. They spent 7 years there, only coming home for the summer holidays. When she moved back home, she attended school at East Kleskun, and St. Joseph’s. After graduation she took her schooling in Edmonton to become a lab technician. She worked there for a period of time until moving back home with her dad.    Annie met Harvey Bulford and they were married June 25, 1947. Together they raised five children, two girls and three boys. Family was very important to Annie and she always led by example with her unconditional love and caring ways, instilling those same values in each of her children. Harvey passed away in 1990, Annie remained in her home on the farm until 2012 when she moved into Heritage Lodge. A devout Catholic and lifetime member of the Catholic Women’s League, her faith in God was her strength and inspiration throughout her life. She was a pillar of the community and always led by example, giving back, volunteering many, many hours wherever she was needed. Her quiet, unassuming, thoughtful, generous and gentle ways will be thought of often and missed forever. A doting mom, grandma and great-grandma, she never missed a birthday or special event. With God and family being the cornerstone of her existence, she and her family have been truly blessed.    She is lovingly remembered and will be missed by her five children: Lynne (Gerald) Oe, Melvin (Marion) Bulford, Grant (Kathleen) Bulford, Bev (Stan) Tissington, Harold (Robyn) Bulford; 17 grandchildren: Kelvin (Judy) Oe, Michelle (Derek) Stokke, Bradley (Carey) Oe, Laura (Jake) Wasylchew, Colleen (Devon) Bulford, Stanley (Kristyn) Bulford, Sheila (Trevor) Bulford, Monica (Wade) Doris, Tammy (Chad) Bulford, Sean (Shelanne) Bulford, Ryan (Jenny) Bulford, Danny (Pyper) Bulford, Marty (Janeen) Tissington, Sheldon (Michelle) Tissington, Kyla (Jason) Tissington, Brandon Bulford and Madison Bulford; 31 great-grandchildren; brother Henry and sister-in-law Myrtle Diederich; brother-in-law Elmer Bulford and sister-in-law Elenor Bain, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.    Annie is predeceased by her husband, Harvey Bulford; parents Madelaine and Michael Diederich; brother Marcel Diederich; father in-law Haviland Bulford; mother in-law Kate Bulford; brother in-laws: Harry Bulford, Orval Nellis, George Bain and sisters in-law Irene Nellis and Ann Bulford; nieces Betty Gubbe and Rita Bain; nephews Stan and Wayne Nellis; grandson Cory Melnyk; and great-grandaughter Lacie Nellis.    Special thanks to Wendy, her staff and Laurel and the homecare staff at Heritage Lodge; the caring nurses and healthcare aids at Points West Hospice; and all the family and friends who helped to make her last days so comfortable.    Prayer service for the late Annie Bulford will be held Friday, February 6, 2015 at 7:00 pm at Oliver's Funeral Chapel in Grande Prairie (10005 107 Ave).    A celebration of life will be held Saturday, February 7, 2015 at 2:00 pm at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Grande Prairie (10404 102 St).    In lieu of flowers, donations in Annie’s memory can be made to Grande Spirit Foundation (9505-102 Ave, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 7G9) or to the Grande Prairie Hospice Palliative Care Society (PO Box 21215, Grande Prairie, AB, T8V 6W7).    Condolences may be sent by visiting www.oliversfuneralchapel.com Posted on Oliver's web site

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Annie Diederich married Harvey Bulford (1947)

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BULFORD, Stanley: 1883 - 1949

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BULFORD, Ann: November 15, 1927 - January 6, 2014 {also on Stark grave stone page}

Ann Bulford     On Monday, January 6, 2014, Ann (Stark) Bulford of Bezanson passed away in Grande Prairie at the age of 86 years. Ann was born to John and Elizabeth Stark on November 15, 1927 on the family farm near Bezanson.    She married Elmer and raised their six children north of Bezanson. Ann enjoyed painting, gardening, sewing, knitting and travelling. She was very involved with the community. Ann will be lovingly remembered by her husband Elmer of 66 years, their children: Jim (Dorothea), Vern (Darlene), Janet (Bill) Doll, Everett (Linda), Annette (Bob) Simigan and Sherry (Ben) Doll; grandchildren: Teresa, Heather, David, Liza, Katie, Darren, Chris, Quinton, Angela, Tyler, Andy, Rick, Jason, Carson, Chase, and their spouses; 13 great-grandchildren; brother Doug (Evelyn) Stark, sisters in-law: Ruby Wurtz, Annie Bulford and Elenor Bain.    She was predeceased by 3 brothers and 3 sisters.    Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 12, 2014 from 7:00-9:00pm at Oliver’s Funeral Chapel in Grande Prairie (10005 107 Ave.)    The Funeral Service will be on Monday, January 13, 2014 at 1:00pm at the Bezanson Community Church.    Ann will be laid to rest at the Glen Leslie Cemetery.    Memorial donations may be made in loving memory of Ann to the County of Grande Prairie – Glen Leslie Restoration Project (10001 84 Ave Clairmont, AB T0H 0W0).    Funeral Service Monday January 13, 2014, 1:00pm at Bezanson Community Church CLIPPED FROM - The Daily Herald-Tribune, Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada, 10 Jan 2014, Fri  •  Page 41

 BULFORD, Elmer James: April 5, 1926 - April 24, 2022 {also on Stark grave stone page}

Elmer James Bulford     Elmer James Bulford, resident of Grande Prairie, AB, passed away on Sunday, April 24, 2022, at the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital, at the age of 96 years.    Elmer was born to Kate and Haviland Bulford, on April 5, 1926, on the family farm near Clairmont, AB. When Elmer was a young boy, the family, consisting of his parents, older sister Irene, twin brothers Harvey and Harry, Elmer’s twin sister Elenor and their Uncle Stanley, moved to Bezanson, AB.    Elmer married Ann Stark in August of 1947, and they raised their family on a farm north of Bezanson, where they lived their entire marriage of 67 years until Ann’s passing in 2014. Farming was his life but he also worked on the rigs as a boiler man during the winter months. For a few years, he also worked at Civic Tire in Grande Prairie.    Elmer had a strong desire to travel and see the world. Together with Ann, they travelled to many destinations, often with family and friends. He loved family gatherings, woodworking, playing cards, baseball (Blue Jays), curling, gardening, and berry picking.    After Ann’s passing, Elmer moved to Wild Rose Manor where he reconnected with old friends and made many new ones. He was very thankful for the kind and caring staff who made his new home pleasant and enjoyable. He was delighted when his twin sister Elenor moved in to Wild Rose for a few years and was saddened by her passing last November.    Elmer will be lovingly remembered by his children: Jim (Dorothea), Vern (Darlene), Janet (Bill) Doll, Everett (Linda), Annette (Bob) Simigan, and Sherry (Ben) Doll; grandchildren: Teresa, Heather, David, Liza, Katie, Darren, Chris, Quinton, Angela, Tyler, Andy, Rick, Jason, Carson, and Chase, and their spouses; along with twenty-two great-grandchildren.    He was predeceased by his wife Ann; grandson Stephen Bulford; sister Irene Nellis; brothers Harvey and Harry; as well as twin sister Elenor Bain.    A Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 1, 2022, from 3:00-5:00pm, at Oliver’s Funeral Home in Grande Prairie (10005 107 Ave.).    A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, May 2, 2022, at 2:00pm, at Oliver’s Funeral Home, with lunch to follow. Interment will follow at the Glen Leslie Cemetery.    A Livestream of the service will be accessible 15 minutes prior to the service on Elmer’s obituary on Oliver’s Funeral Home website.    Memorial Donations may be made in loving memory of Elmer to the Kleskun Hills Museum Society (P.O. Box 341, Bezanson, AB, T0H 0G0) or to the charity of your choice. Posted on Oliver's web site

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Elmer Bulford married Ann Stark (1947)

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NELLIS, Orval Erving: 1912 - 1987 {also on Nellis grave stone page}

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NELLIS, Irene: May 29, 1920  - October 19, 2013 {also on Nellis grave stone page}

Irene Nellis Longtime resident of Grande Prairie, passed away at the QEII Hospital on Saturday, October 19, 2013 at the age of 93 years. She will be sadly missed by her children: Shirley, Don (Ellen), Phil (Kris), and Gordon (Carol); grandchildren: Rob (Joyce), Mike, Deanna (Scott) Kerr, Rena (Bodie) Johnson, Crystal (Jadon) Bates, Mark (Cindy), Darla (Linden Anaka), and Ashley (Kirsten); seven great-grandchildren; sister Elenor Bain, brother Elmer (Ann) Bulford, and extended family and friends. Irene was predeceased by her husband, Orval, sons Wayne and Stan and brothers Harvey and Harry. A Celebration of Irene's Life will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2013 at 10:30am at Oliver's Funeral Chapel in Grande Prairie (10005 107 Ave.). Memorial donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta (Unit 109 10126 120 Ave Grande Prairie, AB T8V 8H9), or to the QEII Hospital Foundation - Palliative Care Unit (10409 98 St. Grande Prairie, AB T8V 2E8). Condolences may be sent by visiting www.oliversgrandeprairie.com

Irene Bulford married Orval Nellis (1940)

NELLIS, E. Stanley: 1948 - July 18, 1972

NELLIS, Wayne Marshall: December 24, 1941 - November 6, 2007

Wayne Marshall Nellis    Wayne Marshall Nellis came into this world Dec. 24, 1941, at the QE II Hospital in Grande Prairie and passed away Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2007, at the age of 65 years.    He took his schooling at Montrose and Grande Prairie high schools. In Grade 8 Wayne began a lifelong love of woodworking. Building anything from patio furniture to end tables and bookcases became his favourite thing to do.    At age 20, work was hard to find in Grande Prairie so, along with five buddies, he joined the Air Force, taking radar and communications systems courses. Wayne once commented he "didn't fly the planes, but he could keep them flying."    During his 28 years in the military, he spent time in Trenton, Ont. and Winnipeg, Man., where he met Doreen Skelly. They married and had two children — Robert Christopher and Michael Brian, both born in Winnipeg. Wayne spent time stationed in Shearwater, Nova Scotia, Edmonton, Alta., Greenwood, Nova Scotia and finally Cold Lake, Alta. After 28 years, he retired from the service and returned home to Grande Prairie.    In the early 1990s, he met Carol Taylor (nee Funk) and they married in 2001. They finally enjoyed a long life together, travelling to Kelowna, B.C. to visit family and playing golf, billiards and cards. When not playing, Wayne could always be found building in his workshop.    Wayne leaves to mourn: his wife, Carol: sons, Robert (Joyce) and Michael; his special granddaughter, Ashley Joan Nellis; his mother, Irene; sister, Shirley; brothers, Don (Ellen), Phillip (Kris), and Gordon (Carol); and many nieces, nephews, cousins and a wide extended family.    "Poppa-Wayne" was deeply blessed with love from Carol's family: her children, Devon, Colinda and Tanya (David); brothers, Whip (Heather) and Floyd; sisters, Margaret (Brian), Lois and Alice and many other family members.    Wayne was predeceased by: his father, Orval; grandparents, Stella and Lester John (Moose) Nellis and Kate and Havilland Bulford, and brother Stan Nellis.    A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 10, 2007, at 1 p.m., at Oliver's Grande Prairie Funeral Chapel.    Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of one's choice.    Condolences may be sent by visiting www.oliversgrandeprairie.com OLIVER'S GRANDE PRAIRIE FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM

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