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September 26th 2016
Today I went to visit Mme Nault at the Chateau in Legal. Having worked with her for so many years at Legal School, it was a pleasure to sit down with her and spend a bit of time sharing memories and talking about the various activities we are now involved with. Mme Nault is Madame Nault. At 96 years young, she is till doing crafts and keeps herself busy. She was proud to show me some of the artwork she does to decorate her room. Her chair is surrounded with newspaper clippings and small craft projects. She misses her house very much, as space is limited in her room but she is not unhappy at the Chateau. She loves to talk about her work at the church and how much she enjoyed it. She keeps fond memories of her teaching years even though specific events are beginning to fade away. Her recollections of our reunion of 2011 immediately brings a radiant warming smile to her face. A smile that touches you very deeply as it is so genuine and full of love.
If you have the opportunity, I encourage you to go visit Mme Nault at the Chateau. It may take her a few seconds to recognise you as her visual recognition is somewhat impaired but the second you identify yourself verbally she makes the connection. She will enjoy your visit and so will you.
Raymond
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September 24th 2016
PARKING - PARKING
If you are concerned with parking space at Diane's home, fear no more. Diane tells me that there is plenty of parking space and that Elvin will guide the people to the parking area as they arrive.
Ray
Reunion is on September 17th
Directions to Lander house at Lac La Nonne
From Legal:
. At Legal corner, go west onto Highway 651 (towards Busby)
. Travel west on Highway 651 for about 42 km
. Here, the road takes a sharp turn right (towards Barrhead) - continue for about 7 km to Highway 33.
. Turn left (south) onto Highway 33.
. Go about 3 km on Highway 33, then turn left at Willow Bend Resort sign.
. Follow Willow Bend Resort road towards the lake.
. At the bottom of the hill, just before the lake, the road takes a sharp turn to the right.
. Once you've curved right, go about 1km to a T-intersection.
. Turn right at the T, and our house will be directly on your left.
Lot #123 - Aloha!
From Edmonton west:
. Travel west on Highway 16 to Highway 43 - take North exit (Whitecourt exit)
. Travel approx 24 km on Highway 43 to get to Highway 33- Turn right onto Highway 33.
. Travel on Highway 33 approx 24 km to the Willow Bend Resort sign, and turn right.
. Follow Willow Bend Resort road towards the lake.
. At the bottom of the hill, just before the lake, the road takes a sharp turn to the right.
. Once you've curved right, go about 1km to a T-intersection.
. Turn right at the T, and our house will be directly on your left.
Lot #123 - Aloha!
August 22nd 2016
at the reunion -CLICK here
Dear Collegues:
The reunion is less than a month away. The time has come when I need a commitment from you. I have to place an order to the caterer, get tables and chairs etc. I am including a list of all the ones who already indicted that they would attend. If you want to attend and your name is not on this list, please contact me as soon as possible to let me know and I will include you immediately. Also, if your name is on and you are accompanied by your spouse or friend, make sure there is a 2 following your name. If you are coming unacccompanied, the #1 will follow your name. Of course, if you want to bring your special friend with you feel free to do so, but let me know. The more we are the better it is. If you are aware of someone who wishes to come but I failed to contact him/her tell them that they are welcome but to let me know asap.
The reunion will start in the mid afternoon. If you want to bring group games that could be played or if you play a musical instrument and wish to provide some entertainment feel free to do so.
Ray
Reunion: List of teacher confirmations to date.
01-Laurent Johnson-----------------------2
02-Anita De Ocampo----------------------1
03- Gene Krupa---------------------------0 -will leave before supper
04-Nestor Sorochan-----------------------1
05-Karen Green---------------------------1
06-Rosie Krulak--------------------------0
07Pearl Bennett-------------------------?
08Gaetane Champagne----------------------2
09-Helen Kieran--------------------------1
10-Louise Holtom-------------------------2
11-Sheila Scharmann----------------------1
12-Diane Beaudin-------------------------2
13-Louise Slobogean----------------------0
14-Debbie Wojtkiw------------------------1
15-Yvette Cyr----------------------------1
16-Shannon Wakefield---------------------0
17-Liz St Onge---------------------------1
18-Joan Crockett-------------------------0
Will attend up to supper time
19-Rachelle St Onge----------------------1
20-Carl Asselin--------------------------0
21-Jeanne Gagné--------------------------1
22-Eric Hesse----------------------------0
23-Lorraine St. Martin-------------------2
24-Denise_Lavoie-Cyr---------------------1
25-Ernest Chauvet -----------------------2
26-Lucienne Colbourne--------------------1
27-Shannon Pritipaul---------------------0
28-Raymond Tremblay----------------------2
Diana Wright(wedding)--------------------0
Lorne Fleck------------------------------0
Rosie Krulak(wedding)--------------------0
Shannon Wakefield------------------------0
Total-----------------------------------26
If you are listed as 1 and you plan on being accompanied, please let me know.
Ray OUR DEPARTED Robert Regimbald's Eulogy on teachers'page
July 7th 2016
Hi Everyone
Here is part two of Sheila's trip to Germany. Interesting read.
21 teachers/staff have confirmed their presence for the reunion. Assuming your spouses/friends will accompany you, we are looking at a minimum of 42 people in attendance. Some others have indicated their desire to attend but were still unsure. I will negotiate with the caterer with that number specifying that more will attend. Please let me know asap if you will attend. Knowing numbers will help plan the event.
New to Website: Carl Asselin
See teachers page
Hi Everyone
Enjoy this journey in Germany with Sheila Scharmann. Part II.
June 27th 2016
Hi EveryoneFirst:
I invite you all to read this new posting from Sheila Scharmann. Interesting. Some people are very active!! But sometimes the unexpected happens. Sheila had an interesting spring break incident she chose to share with us today. Refer to the teachers'page for more.
Second:
Many have not yet communicated their intentions to me with respect to the teachers' reunion on September 17th at Diane Landers place. The intent at the moment is to have the supper catered by one of the local caterers in Legal. The cost per plate will be in the vicinity of $25.00 a plate. I need to hear from all those who intend to participate in order for me to negotiate with the caterers. I hope that all the ones who have not yet answered will do so, not only for negotiating purposes but because I and all the ones who will be present, would like to see you there. If you choose not to come to the reunion, please let me know as well as this will eliminate the guessing and make it easier to plan the event.
Please note that if you are still undecided there is no urgency yet. But if you know you want to attend or not attend and have simply neglected to make your intentions known, I would appreciate you letting me know sooner rather than later.
Hoping to see you at the reunion,
Raymond
May 30th 2016
I've received a few additions for the website. The first is a note from
Diane Landers and the second is a photo of Mrs Yolande St Onge with her great grand child. Navigate to teachers page for
details. Reminder: If you have not yet replied to the teachers' reunion call, please do so. The reunion will
definitely happen as we have already over 20 teachers who confirmed their presence.
May 20th 2016
Following our visit with Mme Yolande St Onge recently, I was very touch with this photo of her and her great grand daughter published on FACEBOOK a few days ago. So much so that I decided to share it with all of you. >Ray
April 25th 2016
Here is a bit of humour for you. While this is amusing, it may draw a few tears to the kind hearted
HUMOUR CLICK HEREMarch 20th 2016
The Old Barn Sent by Denise Cyr ClickhereMarch 13th 2016
Something to think about...Powerful
CLICK HEREFebruary 08/2016
Today Marie and I went to visit Mrs Yolande St Onge. What an interesting visit. Please read on. Check teacher's page - Yolande St Onge.
January 6th 2016
New posting - Check Diane Lander in teachers page.
December 18th 2015
Meet Elizabeth St Onge's grandchildren
Click on "Photo page" above. Complete post from Elizabeth is on Teachers's page
November 11th 2015
I received a new posting from Sheila about her recent trip to China. I found it most interesting and I am sure you will agree with me. Proceed to the teachers' page and click on Sheila's name. Ray
November 8th 2015
Remembrance Day poem written by Sheila Scharmann. See teachers' page
November 4th 2015
The young man in the net for the "Moosejaw Warriors" is a very likely
candidate for the NHL's draft this coming spring. At 17 years of age he is considered one of the top Junior prospects amongst the
goal keepers in the Junior ranks at the present time. This young man happens to be the grandson of Remi and Denise Cyr. Last month(courtesy of Remi),
I had the opportunity to go to the Oil-Kings' game in Edmonton against the Warriors. Zack Sawchenko(that's his name)came up with a very strong performance,
holding the Kings to only one goal up until the last couple of minutes in the third period. Zach had to come up big on a number of occasions
to keep the Oil-Kings off the scoresheet. The final score was three to two for the Warriors and Zack played an important role in the victory for Moosejaw.
Useless to say that the game was most
excitng!
Following the game Zack came down to the bleachers to meet his many cousins and grandparents along
with auntie Yvette,
who were present
to see him play.
He signed some cards for his cousins and spent some time telling us about his hockey life while pursuing his studies. Being a grade 12
student, playing hockey at a high level is very challenging. However, Zack is doing very well in his studies. In the picture, he is signing
autographs for his family members who could not make it to the game.
Incidently, Jack Sawchenko will most likely be the starting goalie on Nov 9th and/or 10th when the Russians will be the visitors in Kelonaw, to play the Western Canada "Junior Stars' Hockey Team. The games will be broadcasted on TSN. Mark your calendars hockey fans!!
Written by R Tremblay
October 18th 2015
Dear colleagues
It is with deep regret that I learnt of the passing of Mrs Fabiola Hunting on September 24th at the age of 90.
Mrs Hunting and her husband Dick were caretakers at Legal School in the 60s and early 70s.
For those of us who were fortunate enough to work with Fabiola,
we know her and remember her
as the kind, generous and loving person she was.
Mrs Hunting was a gentle women who quietly and efficiently performed her work never complaining and with a smile for everyone she met. Throughout her life she respected the people surrounding her regardless of their ages and status in life. It is hard to imagine Mrs Hunting without a smile on her face and a kind word to share.
To the family we offer are deepest condolences
September 19th 2015
Grandchildren and grandparents photos continue to trickle in. If you do not have grandchildren feel free to send photos of you and your children. They will prove to be very interesting, I'm sure!
Check now Gene Krupa and Shannon for new photos on teachers'page.
September 9th 2015
Check for new posting==Teachers' page-- Sheila
September 7th 2015
Hi everyone
At this stage in our lives, most of us have now retired and are enjoying retirement each in his own ways. Also most of us are now happy and proud grand parents. For those of you who do not have grand children yet, if you have children of course, it will most likely happen. I received, lately, a posting from Deb including pictures of her grand children and a bit of info from the Wojtkiws. Go to teachers' page click Deb.
Ray
September 5th 2015
Marie and I have been on a cruise to Alaska and returned yesterday. Allow ,me to share this adventure with you
Click here"July 2nd 2015
Here is a posting that should capture your interest. If you knew about this place or seen it before you might be interested in seeing again.
June 23rd 2015
I received this note this morning from our good friend and colleague Jeanne Roska. Our deepest sympathies are with the Roska family today as they morn the death of John Roska husband and father.
To: Raymond Tremblay
I have sad news to pass along- John passed away after a short stay at the Sturgeon Hospital. It was not expected. We were very hopeful that he would come back home and be as good as before. We have to accept that God had different plans for him. He died very peacefully with his family beside him.
We are having a prayer service at St.Patrick's RC church in Clyde, for John this Friday at 7pm and a funeral mass at the Westlock Community Hall on Saturday at 10:30 am.
Please let Terry & Denise know, as well as anyone else from Legal & the Osoyoos friends. John was so appreciative of your friendship.
Jeanne
Jeanne we are so sorry to hear this news. What can I say? He was such a gentle and generous man. One could not help but love him as the super person he was. I personally met John for the fisrt time this year as we met in Osoyoos. He caught our hearts immediately. Marie and I have a hard time accepting this reality but we will cherish his memory forever.
Jeanne our prayers are with you today. We regret not being able to attend the funeral service but we will be there in spirit.
Sincerely
Ray and Marie
June 12th 2015
Hi Everyone
May 4th 2015
Thank you from Marie and myself.
News from Gene & Kate Krupa April 17th 2015
Marie and I met with the Krupas last week and enjoyed a very relaxing meal at the Houden Merganser restaurant with them . Read on....in teachers'page.
News from Osoyoos April 12th 2015
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Hello Everyone
The Osoyoos days are over. Time to go back home. Here is a bit of news from myself and the Roskas. Click on teachers'page then Jeanne Roska
April 8th 2015
Hello again!
Just received a bit of news from Anita. Click the teachers' page...then Anita.
Ray
April 3rd 2015
Hello again
While walking down mainstreet in Osoyoos this morning, I came across a flower that attracted my attention immediately. Upon investigating I was told that it was a "noilednad". Apparently it grows wild in all of Canada and in our area as well. If you can identify this flower please let me know.Click on "the noilednad"
The Noilednad click here: But first have a nice easter week-end!
Ray
April 1st 2015
1.-News from Raymond Tremblay -See Raymond in Teachers' page.
2.-Joe and Louise Slobogean's grandsons are now 1 year old. See Louise in teachers's page.<
3.-News from Anita De Ocampo coming soon.
March 28th 2015 New posting from Diana Wright. Check teachers' page. March 24th 2015 I got in touch with Donna last week and we exchanged a bit of information. Donna and Ralph
have been very active in the last few months the highlight being their long cruise from
practically one end of the world to the other. Read for yourselves. Check for Donna
in the teacher's page. March 13th 2015 New posting: Real Champagne & Geatane March 3rd 2015 Interview with God -CLICK
I found this interview very inspirational.Check it yourself.
A pleasant evening with friends from long ago:Jeanne a John Roska.
January 27th 2015
Who gives this woman? This is Priceless! This will bring a tear to your eye. This is funny and touching really well worth watching!
Who Gives This Woman?
A video of a father giving his daughter away in marriage. Watch and enjoy!
Click Here.Ray
December 12th 2014
Dear colleagues
It is with deep sorrow that I learned this morning of the passing of Guy Cyr,
our colleague Yvette's Cyr beloved husband. Guy passed away at home during the night of
December 12th 2014. He was 64 years old. Guy leaves behind his wife, two sons, Marc and Louis and one
daughter Christine and many grandchildren.
Guy was a hard working man who devoted his entire life to his family and his love of farming.
I will keep you updated as to when the funeral service will take place.
Our most sincere sympathy to Yvette and her children, and her extended Cyr family.
October 10th 2014
Marie and I would like to wish you all a very happy Thanks Giving Day. As Canadians living in a country free of wars we have plenty to be thankful for. Let us thank the Lord for our families, children, grand children, friends and community. May we maintain strong rapports with the people we cherrish. If at times we have neglected them, it is never too late to amend and renew the ties of friendship. A good friend is an invaluable gift. Many friends is a source of strenght comfort and joy. On this thanks giving day let us take the time to include in our family celebrations, a few moments for our friends and all the individuals who in one way or another, contribute to the well being of our community.
From Marie and I, have a most enjoyable Thanks Giving Day with your family.
Ray
Please read below. News from Dawne Palmer.
October 10th 2014
Dawne Palmer commented on the Duckling
September 23rd 2014
Hi everyone
A friend of mine sent me this video lately and I decided to share it with you. If it happens sometimes that you feel overwhelmed with some of the challenges of life, well look at this short video, you might find some inspiration from it. Whether the task is huge and overpowering, if at first you don't succeed, Try, Try, Try again, and again and again and again. Chances are you will succeed and feel empowered from the process. Have a good day!
Raymond
September 9th 2014
New Posting -See Pat Sloan on teachers' page
JULY 27th 2014
Your memory is cheating you? Need consolation? Check Eric in Teachers' page July 7th 2014 July 2nd 2014 Shannon Wakefield a grandma for the second time: The Roger Champagne Memorial Bike Trip is set to depart today. May God bless the riders and support crew
(aka Craig Scharmann) with fine weather Pay close attention to the third narrative on the video - it's someone very special to me. If you look carefully
at the group shot close to the end, you'll see the person behind the voice.
and smooth riding. Check out the link to a great video which
chronicles the ride in a few short minutes.This promo was created by Greg Boutestein the lead teacher on the trip.
MAY 14th 2014
I recently came across this interesting job advertizement and I felt more people should be made aware of its content. Our mothers do so much for us but too often we do not seem to recognize it. Unfortunately, in many cases, this happens only when it is too late. If you are fortunate enough to still have your mom, please let her know that you love her and cherish all she did or does for you. Mothers are hardy individuals but unfortunately they are not immortal! Click on this image for details.
I know I'm late for Mothers's Day but better late than never!
MAY 7th 2014
New posting See Debbie Or Rosie or Sheila --Europe Trip
MAY 4TH 2014
New posting See Raymond Teachers' page
April 27th 2014
News from Rachelle St Onge. See Teachers'page
Latest photo of Bobby and Toby(Louise Slobogean)
March 31th 2014
Another proud grandma: Shannon WakefieldSee story on Teachers'page
March 23rd 2014
New Grand parents Jos & Louise Slobogeon Click Image below. Story is now in
Article in Teachers' page - Louise Slobogean
March 4th 2014
Starta - St Albert and area retired teachers
last Friday and following an invitation from Helen Kieran, I decided to attend the function. Well
useless to say that I enjoyed the event fully. First it was nice to meet Helen, who as usual was doing some
volunteer work for Starta and also Leo Bruseker who was MC for the event. Also in attendance were Raymond and Rachelle St Martin --
both former students from Legal School. In all there were probably 150+ former teachers in
attendance, all eager to partake in the delicious breakfast prepared by the Golf and Country Club and share memories with others.
A guest speaker from the St. Albert Public Library gave us a most interesting presention outlining
the many services provided by the library. At one point during the meeting new members were presented; each one
having to say a few words about themselves. The atmosphere was very relaxed and jovial. All and all a very interesting
reunion.
In conclusion, I invite you to attend the Starta Meetings. Meeting former colleagues is always a rewarding experience. Come, meet the group and make the event even better.
Ray
NEW: Feb 2nd 2014
See Raymond in Teachers' page
Singing with the Mexicans -See Raymond in Teachers' page
Look at these photos. What are the odds of other photos like these be taken again? From Raymond
NEWS Nov. 29th: See SHEILA in Teachers' page
NEWS Nov. 16th: See Raymond in Teachers' page
October 23rd 2013
Congratulation Joan on your election campaign and your subsequent victory at the polls on October 23rd!
Continue the excellent work!
September 22nd 2013
Continuation of: "The Sheep...." See Ray Teachers' page
September 19th 2013
Former Legal School Staff Member Joan Crockett runs
for second term. See Joan Crockett on
teachers' page
September 18th 2013
Fred Scharmann
As I am writting these lines, students from MCHS are getting ready for the first "Fred Scharmann Memorial Hike". Following is an article by Stephen Dafoe concerning the event.
Morinville -The Fred Sharmann Memorial Hiking Trip departs from Morinville Community High School (MCHS) Wednesday morning, an inaugural outing to the mountains in memory of a Morinville businessman remembered as an avid outdoorsman and community volunteer. About 20 MCHS students will take part in the three-day trip, returning Saturday.
Greg Boutestein, an MCHS teacher and friend of the late Fred Scharmann said the trip has been at the school for many years but has not been as consistent as the annual school bike trip through Jasper National Park, which Scharmann was a dedicated volunteer participant in for about 16 years. The hiking trip was revitalized last year and will continue annually in Scharman's honour. "With Fred's passing, to me it just made absolute sense to name it in Fred's honour because of the bike trip and his love of the mountains,” Boutestein said. "He and I did a lot of those bike trips together."
Boutestein said students would do some longer hiking Thursday and Friday, travelling up to some alpine areas and covering about 20 kilometres per day depending on the weather. The MCHS teacher said September is a good time to make the trek because there is no snow to contend with. "It's just a whole different beast when you are dealing with snow," he said.
Sharmann's widow, Sheila, said she likes the idea of the trip taking place early in the school year. "I think it's also nice at this time of the year that the kids can get a bond early in the year that will stand them throughout their years," she said, adding she is pleased the school has decided to dedicate the trip in her husband's memory. "Fred was huge in the community in a variety of ways, starting way back with the scouting movement. He started with scouts, then soccer, and the ambulance, and RCMP auxiliary. He just had his finger in the pie and he believed in making the community a better place by working with the people."
. Scharmann said her husband was fond of the mountains and loved to take part in the annual Roger Champagne Memorial bike Trip, an annual outing that put him in his element.
"This trip would just be a natural for him," she said. "It just matches everything that Fred stood for - love of nature, helping the community, working with kids, continuing to bond with Greg [Boutestein]. Everything he stood for, this trip embodies. I couldn't be happier and am very honoured."
Scharmann hopes the memorial trip will encourage students to one day become dedicated volunteers like those accompanying the students on the trip. "I think it is also teaching them to do things that are a little bit unusual," she said. "Not every high school kid is into hiking. So you are teaching them that is a great thing to do, and they see it is important to give back to the community too in that way. Maybe one of these kids, when they are 40, will be a support vehicle driver. That is another way that they are educated and Fred would want that, too."
Boutestein is pleased to see another MCHS nature outing taking place each year. "Any trip like this where you can take kids up and get them engaged in the wild and in the mountains and taking advantage of that; that to me is huge he said. "That's education at its purest form. You are not teaching them math. You are not teaching them science. You are teaching them a passion for where they live and a passion for nature in general."
August 11th 2013
Hey! I'm back!
Just when you thought I had given up, here I'm back with more reminiscing! See Teachers' page -RaymondJuly 11th 2013
More reminiscing "The Good Old days" see Teachers' page-- Raymond
June26th 2013
Reminiscing "The Good Old Days"--"Teachers"/Ray
June 24th 2013
Sturgeon General Staff Buys Bench in Memory of Fred Scharmann Story on teacher's page - Sheila.
June 13th 2013
Congratulations are in order for Eugene and Kate who got married last summer.
Cutting the cake
Hi again,
As some are aware, Kate and I married last summer. I've attached photos.
We're enjoying life together - about 1/2 time in Edmonton and 1/2 in Kelowna. Kate was in zambia with me this year, assisting with my field school in public health and helping some organizations build their capacity for program evaluation. We also get to work together on developing early childhood development framework for Alberta.
Best wishes to all,
Gene
Read: Eugene Krupa's work in Zambia
on Teachers' Page
June 3rd 2013
Please note that our new address is 18 Napoleon Crescent St Albert T8N-1C6
My phone number is 780-446-7316
May 08 2013
Helen Kieran honored as Volunteer of the Year (-see Story on teachers' page)April 25th 2013
Our new home is located on 18 Napoleon Crescent(see Raymond Tremblay on teachers' page).
April 18th 2013
News from Rosie, Walter & Nicolas Kruhlak
Check for Rosie on Teachers'page
April 7th 2013
News from Raymond and Marie:
Well after nearly a year on the market our place has finally sold. We are now in the process of packing our things and getting ready for the move to St Albert. Our new address will be 18 Napoleon Crescent in Northridge. We should be there by mid June.
In the mean time we will spend time at our Lake awaiting our possession date. We are looking forward to start our new life in a different setting eventhough we did enjoy life in Legal for all those years. However, comes a time when a move become necessary. With age, comes the needs to downsize and enjoy life a little more. That is what we wish to do.
In closing best wishes to all of you.
Picture to follow later.
Raymond & Marie
February 22th 2013
Hi Everyone
Interesting news from Shannon Wakefield. Please read on
Fred and Sheila in Cuba Dec 2013
New photo Jan 20th 2013 Click here photo
September 18th 2013
Fred Scharmann
As I am writting these lines, students from MCHS are getting ready for the first "Fred Scharmann Memorial Hike". Following is an article by Stephen Dafoe concerning the event.
Morinville -The Fred Sharmann Memorial Hiking Trip departs from Morinville Community High School (MCHS) Wednesday morning, an inaugural outing to the mountains in memory of a Morinville businessman remembered as an avid outdoorsman and community volunteer. About 20 MCHS students will take part in the three-day trip, returning Saturday.
Greg Boutestein, an MCHS teacher and friend of the late Fred Scharmann said the trip has been at the school for many years but has not been as consistent as the annual school bike trip through Jasper National Park, which Scharmann was a dedicated volunteer participant in for about 16 years. The hiking trip was revitalized last year and will continue annually in Scharman's honour. "With Fred's passing, to me it just made absolute sense to name it in Fred's honour because of the bike trip and his love of the mountains,” Boutestein said. "He and I did a lot of those bike trips together."
Boutestein said students would do some longer hiking Thursday and Friday, travelling up to some alpine areas and covering about 20 kilometres per day depending on the weather. The MCHS teacher said September is a good time to make the trek because there is no snow to contend with. "It's just a whole different beast when you are dealing with snow," he said.
Sharmann's widow, Sheila, said she likes the idea of the trip taking place early in the school year. "I think it's also nice at this time of the year that the kids can get a bond early in the year that will stand them throughout their years," she said, adding she is pleased the school has decided to dedicate the trip in her husband's memory. "Fred was huge in the community in a variety of ways, starting way back with the scouting movement. He started with scouts, then soccer, and the ambulance, and RCMP auxiliary. He just had his finger in the pie and he believed in making the community a better place by working with the people."
. Scharmann said her husband was fond of the mountains and loved to take part in the annual Roger Champagne Memorial bike Trip, an annual outing that put him in his element.
"This trip would just be a natural for him," she said. "It just matches everything that Fred stood for - love of nature, helping the community, working with kids, continuing to bond with Greg [Boutestein]. Everything he stood for, this trip embodies. I couldn't be happier and am very honoured."
Scharmann hopes the memorial trip will encourage students to one day become dedicated volunteers like those accompanying the students on the trip. "I think it is also teaching them to do things that are a little bit unusual," she said. "Not every high school kid is into hiking. So you are teaching them that is a great thing to do, and they see it is important to give back to the community too in that way. Maybe one of these kids, when they are 40, will be a support vehicle driver. That is another way that they are educated and Fred would want that, too."
Boutestein is pleased to see another MCHS nature outing taking place each year. "Any trip like this where you can take kids up and get them engaged in the wild and in the mountains and taking advantage of that; that to me is huge he said. "That's education at its purest form. You are not teaching them math. You are not teaching them science. You are teaching them a passion for where they live and a passion for nature in general."
In Memory
January 2013.Final farewell to two good friends
It is with deep sorrow that we learnt of the passing of Fred Scharmman and Marcel St Onge in the last week or so. To Sheila and Rachelle we offer our most sincere condolences.
Memorial Service for Marcel will be on Thursday January 10th at 10:00 a.m. at the St Albert
Funeral Home, 9 Muir Drive St Albert with a private burial to follow in Legal Cemetary.
A Celebration of Fred's life will take place on Saturday January 12th at 01:00 p.m.
at Morinville Community Cultural Center, 9502-100 Avenue Morinville.
A Tribute to Fred Sharmann From the RCMP Detachment Morinville
See teachers' page- Click on Sheila Scharmann
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