Alice was born on October 15, 1923 at the family farm near Kessler, Alberta.  She was the only daughter of Hubert Lee and Mattie Viola (Cline) Campbell.

She was raised with six brothers Adin, Bud, Curley, Glen, Robert and Gene.  Alice was her Dad’s pride and joy and a “pain in the neck” to her brothers who fondly referred to her as Sis.

Alice went to school at Lakesend and completed her high school in Hughenden.  She then moved to Edmonton and attended Normal School where she received her teachers certificate. 

Her teacher training was completed at Pansy School north of Czar. 

A number of years were spent teaching in one room school houses at Horsehaven, Silver Heights, Landscape and Czar.  While at Silver Heights and Landscape she enlisted the support of her brother Gene who kept her company during the evening and hauled the wood and coal to keep the fires burning.

Although Gene was the teacher’s kid brother she never played favorites and disciplined him for stunts that were pulled in the classroom. According to Gene the list was long and varied.

Between training and the beginning of her teaching career she took a trip to Oklahoma and California to visit family and see the sights. 

She often spoke of this time and it was a source of many happy memories.

During her time at Silver Heights she met Pete, they dated for a few years before their elopement in March of 1953 to Great Falls, Montana accompanied by friends Ken and Myrtle Leadly.

When they returned to Alberta, they lived on the farm with Grandpa and Grandma Gilbertson where they started their own family.

After purchasing Lloyd Golby’s homestead in 1956 Pete and Alice farmed and raised their family until June of 1961 when Alice took ill.

Alice spent the remainder of her life living one day at a time but lived with grace and optimism.  Her happiest times were spent visiting with family and friends. 

Her children and grandchildren were her pride and joy. 

Her greatest gifts were her positive attitude, her joy of life and her willingness to give, she we as inspiration to everyone who knew her.

Alice, We Miss You!

Predeceased by her parents Hubert and Mattie; husband Pete; daughter Darcy; grandson Baby Boy Gilbertson; brothers Robert, Adin, and Curly; Alice is survived by her two sons Darrel Gilbertson of Coronation, Ab., Terry (Cathie) Gilbertson of Coronation, Ab.; three daughters Dana (Ivan) Shukster of Medicine Hat, Ab., Dienne (Roy) Gertz of Onoway, Ab., Micki Gilbertson (Thomas Pawliw) of Edmonton, Ab.; grandchildren Keevin Berry (Jocelyn Jones), Wyatt Gertz, Marya Gertz, Vanessa Gilbertson, Douglas Gilbertson, Daralee Gilbertson, and Dustin Gilbertson. 

Alice is also survived by her three brothers Bud Campbell of Hughenden, Ab.,Glen Campbell of Edgerton, Ab., Gene (Kay) Campbell of Hughenden; sisters in law Margaret Campbell of California, Gladys Campbell of Spruce Grove and Janette Watson as well as numerous other family members and many friends.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at the Trinity United Church, Coronation with Rev. Russell W. Rogers officiating.

Dana Shukster and Daralee Gilbertson shared their special memories of Alice’s life.  Alice’s sister in law Kay Campbell gave a loving tribute in memory of Alice’s life.

Rev. Rogers read a letter from long time school friend Mary Pickerl.   Organist Linda Osetsky played the organ for the congregational hymns “The Old Rugged Cross”, “In The Garden” and “Jesus Loves Me”. 

Maureen Griffiths sang the solo “Amazing Grace” and Loretta Heintz sang “One Day At A Time”. 

The interment followed the funeral service in the Fairfield Cemetery, Brownfield, Ab. with Honorary Pallbearers “All of Alice’s Family and Friends” and Active Pallbearers Keevin Berry, Wyatt Gertz, Marya Gertz, Douglas Gilbertson, Vanessa Gilbertson, Daralee Gilbertson, and Dustin Gilbertson.

A luncheon followed the interment in the Brownfield Community Hall prepared and served by the Brownfield Community Ladies.

Should friends desire as an expression of sympathy memorial contributions may be made to the Coronation Health Care Complex Foundation, Mail Bag #500 Coronation, Ab. TOC 1CO or to a charity of the Donor’s Choice and would be appreciated by the family.

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