MARVIN VALGARDSON

1921 - 2003

Marvin Dean Valgardson, beloved husband of Theresa Valgardson of Taber, passed away peacefully in the arms of his family at the Taber Continuing Care Facility on Wednesday, March 5, 2003 at the age of 81 years.
Besides his loving wife Theresa, he is survived by his loving children, Bob (Arlene) Valgardson, Larry (Marion) Valgardson, Ed (Jennifer) Valgardson, Pat (Ross) Calverley, Pete (Pat) Valgardson and Kathy (Norman) Czibere; grandchildren, Claire Valgardson, Scott Valgardson, LeeAnn (Jared) Schindler, Jamie, Joe, Theresa and Erin Valgardson, Corey and Kristy Valgardson (fiancé Jeff Bell), Carrie Bolen (George Vayro), Rae-Ann, Spencer, Angela and Nathan Valgardson, Mitchell, Graham and Abby Czibere. Marvin is also survived by brothers and sisters, Tildie Valgardson, Ralph (Chris) Valgardson, Douglas Valgardson, Arlene (Ed) Flickinger and Arnie (Dorothy) Valgardson; brother-in-law Tony (Irene) Merkle, sister-in-law Doreen Merkl as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents, Pete and Vigdis Valgardson; mother and father-in-law Mr. and Mrs. Anton Merkl; a sister-in-law Phyllis Valgardson and brother-in-law Frank Merkl.
Marvin was born in Taber on April 11, 1921, a son born to Pete and Vigdis Valgardson. He was born and raised in Taber and later met then married Theresa Merkle on October 25, 1947. The couple farmed in Taber for many years and raised their family of six children. Marvin was a devoted family man and liked to spend his time with those that meant the most to him... his family and grandchildren. He enjoyed earning his living as a farmer and liked to go fishing with friends at his favorite fishing hole. Marvin was a real people person and was well liked by all who knew him. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
Relatives and friends were invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, March 7, 2003 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 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 Saturday, March 8, 2003 at 11:00 A.M. with Bishop David Walters officiating. Cremation took place following the funeral service.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Marvin’s name can made directly to the Continuing Care Facility c/o the Taber Hospital Foundation, 4326 - 50th Avenue Taber, Alberta T1G 1N9.