GARRY VALGARDSON

1931 - 2013

It is with deep sadness that the family of Gerald Reid Valgardson announce his passing in Lethbridge on Saturday, November 2, 2013 at the age of 82 years.
Relatives and friends were invited to meet with the family at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, November 5, 2013 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. and also at the church prior to the funeral service on Wednesday, November 6, 2013 between 1:00 P.M. and 1:40 P.M.
The Funeral Service was held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Taber Stake Centre, 4709 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, November 6, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. with Bishop Brock Campbell conducting. Burial followed at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Garry is survived by his children Debi (Larry) Barnwell of Bozeman, Montana, Kevin (Karen) Valgardson of Lethbridge, Jennifer Valgardson of Taber, Brad (Tammi) Parker of Coaldale, Sylvia Jensen of Brooks, Perry Parker of Calgary, Sheri Parker of Taber; twenty one grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Ethel (Bob) Stephenson of St. George, Utah; brother Ronald (Connie) Valgardson of Taber; sisters-in-law Donna Valgardson and Tory Valgardson both of Taber and by numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.
He was predeceased by his parents William and May Valgardson; his siblings and spouses Bill Valgardson, Norma (Van) Haslam, Thelma (Cliff) Rawsthorne, LaRue (Al) Carter and Howard Valgardson; Loretta Clark (the mother of Debi and Kevin) and Patti Valgardson (the mother of Jennifer, Brad, Sylvia, Perry and Sheri).
Garry was born on February 25, 1931 in Taber where he resided all his life. He farmed there for many years, growing sugar beets and corn, becoming well known for the quality of his Valgardson corn, for which he received many awards over the years. Garry had a passion for cars and enjoyed restoring antique vehicles for which he also received many awards. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends and was generous and kind to all he knew. He will be dearly missed by all his family and friends, but will always be remembered in their hearts.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Garry’s name may be made directly to the charity of one’s personal choice.
The family would like to express appreciation to all of the doctors and the nursing staff who have cared for Garry, for the compassionate care they provided to him.