It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Annyta Stevens on June 30, 2016. Annyta was born on December 15, 1922 in Edwand, Alberta. She was the eldest of six siblings and grew up in Rosedale and Smoky Lake. In school, Annyta excelled in music and the arts and her interest in these areas continued throughout her life. As a young girl she was a figure skater and enjoyed playing the guitar. After graduation, Annyta went into nursing and later became interested in police work. In 1956, she was hired as one of Edmonton's first policewomen which led to a long and successful 26 year career with the force. Later in her career, Annyta focused her experience and skills in the area of child abuse investigations and this proved to be her niche: Annyta was asked by many police departments across Canada, and the Canadian Police College, to lecture on the subject and was also instrumental in creating the Edmonton Police Child Abuse Unit. In 1982, Annyta was the recipient of the YWCA Tribute to Women Award as well as an Edmonton Police Department commendation in recognition of her outstanding contribution to police work. In her retirement, she assisted in creating the Retired Member's Guild for retired police officers . Annyta's kind, loving, and compassionate nature was evident in all areas of her life, including her close relationships with her family and with her dear friends.
Many layettes and hopechests have been filled with Annyta's handicraft work.
Annyta is survived by her sister, Irene Sacker; sister-in-law, Ethel Twerdochlib; and many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents, Elizabeth and John Twerdochlib; siblings, Fern, Mike, Alexandra, and Freddie; brothers-in-law, Fred and Cliff; and her beloved Chihuahua, Jose.
A special thank you to the staff of Unit 54 at the Royal Alexandra Hospital for all of their care. Prayer Service Friday, July 8 at 7:00 p.m. at Park Memorial Chapel, 9709 -111 Avenue, Edmonton.
Funeral service Saturday, July 9 at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Trinity Church, Smoky Lake (one block N.W. of the junction of Highway 855 and Highway 28). In lieu of flowers, donations to the Salvation Army or the Royal Canadian Legion would be appreciated.
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When Annyta Stevens joined the Edmonton Police Department on February 13th, 1956 she was initially assigned to Staff Division (there were no formal training classes then). Soon she was transferred to Youth Guidance/Morality Unit. Later she was assigned to Traffic Division, CID – Morality Section, and Juvenile Investigation Branch, Assault Unit and Patrol Division. In 1972, Annyta participated in Refresher Class #20. She was promoted to Detective in 1978 and had assignments in Homicide & Sex Crimes Unit and later in Child Abuse Unit. Annyta retired from the service on December 14th, 1982 at which time her Reg. No. was 124.
January 29, 1932 – April 26, 2016
The Harrison boys are sad to announce the passing of their father. Harry was born in Gadsby, Alberta and at the age of 23 joined the Edmonton City Police Service where he served until 1982. This is when Harry's second career and his true life's passion began. Dad was an avid buggy driver and decided to attend the Grant MacEwan Community College in Edmonton to study as a wheelwright. This led him to join both the Alberta Carriage Driving Association and the Western Canadian Wheelwrights Association where he served on council and became a mentor to many. Dad would drive and sometimes judge at pleasure driving and combined driving show events as well as teach anyone who wanted to listen and learn practical horsemanship. Harry also relished teaching others how to build horse drawn buggies, carts and sleighs but most of all how to build a wagon wheel with a proper dish. It was noticed on Harry's last day on earth that he had a wagon wheel in his shop on the stand, near completion.Dad is survived by his four boys, Dell (Nikki), Allan (Margaret), Mark (Melanie), Scott (Jackie), 13 Grandchildren and 5 Great- Grandchildren as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.Harry was predeceased by his parents John and Rosella, Sister Barbara and Brother Dell as well as his loving wife (manager) and mother of four boys Kathleen Anne Harrison.A Celebration of Life will be held on May 4, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at St. David's United Church, 4614 48 St, Leduc, AB., followed by a luncheon to which everyone is invited. We shall then all make our way to the Edmonton Cemetery at 11820 107 Ave., Edmonton, AB.In lieu of flowers, donations in Harry's name to the EPS Veterans' Assistance Program c/o Edmonton Police Foundation, 9629 103A Ave, Edmonton, AB., T5H 0H7, the Alberta Carriage Driving Association, R.R. #4, Red Deer, AB, T4N 5E4 or the Western Canadian Wheelwrights Association, c/o Terry Bailey, Box 9, Site 27, R.R. #7, Calgary, AB, T2P 2G7 would be greatly appreciated.“Take Mom for a buggy ride, she's been waiting.”
Harry joined the Edmonton Police Department on August 15th, 1955 and spent his first 12 years in Patrol Division. Other assignments included Case Supervisor’s Unit, Criminal Intelligence Unit, Communications Section and Airport detail. He was promoted to detective in 1972 and his assignments included Break & Enter Detail and Drug Section. Harry retired from the service on August 15th, 1980. His Reg. No. was 109.
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our Dad who passed away on April 24, 2016 in Maidstone, Saskatchewan. He leaves behind his children Blair Adie of Calgary, Kathy Adie of Kelowna, Michelle Talbot of Edmonton, Lori Roberts (Larry) of Surrey and Ian Adie (Orvitte) of Edmonton, as well as ten grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. He was predeceased by two sons, one granddaughter and one great grandson. Ken served on the Edmonton Police Force for 30 years and enjoyed telling stories of his career. His love of snowmobiling never left his mind even years after he was able to participate. At his request there will be no funeral service. Cremation has taken place.
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Ken became a member of the Edmonton Police Department on September 9th, 1957. During his career he was assigned to Patrol Division and Traffic Division. In 1972 Ken participated in Refresher Class No. 18. Other assignments followed in Special Operations, Hit & Run Unit, Patrol and Exhibits & property Control Unit. Ken retired from the service on August 27th, 1987. His Reg. No. was 152.
HUTCHINSON, Terry Allan December 16, 1948 – March 31, 2016
Terry passed away peacefully on March 31, 2016 at his home with family by his side. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Karen, his family and his friends. A celebration of Terry's life was held on Thursday, April 7th. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Terry Hutchinson joined the Edmonton Police Department on August 7th, 1973. After completing the requirements of Recruit Training Class No. 37 it was off to Patrol Division. Terry spent most of his career in Patrol Division with rotations to Information & Reception Unit in 1976 and to Communications section in 1979 and 1993. He retired from North Division on January 5th, 2001. His Reg. No. was 703.
CRAWFORD, Lenord (Len) February 5, 1932 - March 31, 2016
The Crawford family regrets to announce the passing of Len Crawford, March 31, 2016, at the Mazankowski Heart Institute. A Celebration of his life was held on Friday, April 8, 2016 .In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Grace United Church, or the Mazankowski Heart Institute.
Len Crawford’s policing career commenced on March 26th, 1955 as a member of RTC #1. After a couple of years in Patrol, Len transferred to Traffic Section and in 1961 became a Detective Constable in Crimes Against Property Unit. Promotion to Detective in that Unit came in 1967 followed by assignments in Criminal Intelligence and Homicide Sections. He was promoted to Staff Sergeant in Patrol Division “B” in 1979 with later assignments to Homicide & Sex Crimes Section and Morality Control Unit. Len’s Reg. No. was 102 when he retired on April 15th, 1986.
ROBERTSON, Robert Bliss (Bob) June 15, 1930 - March 27, 2016
On March 27, 2016, Bob Robertson of Edmonton passed away at the age of 85 years. He is survived by his loving wife Dorrell; his sons: Don (Lori) of Edmonton, Ron (Brenda) of Leduc and Bill (Wendy) of Armstrong, B.C.; daughters: Joanne (Merv) Sagert of Leduc, Laurie (Dieter) Adam of Edmonton; grandchildren: Ryan (Jessica) Gates of Edmonton, Olivia Robertson of Armstrong, B.C., Kevin (Amanda) Sagert of Edmonton, Morgen Brooks-Robertson of Onoway, Tabea and Haley Adam of Edmonton and great- granddaughter; Miranda Gates of Edmonton; sisters: Margaret (Ken) Scott of Tsawwassen, B.C., Barbara (Jim) Dryden of Edmonton, Sylvia (Don) Massig of Sherwood Park; brother Bill (Sandra) of Edmonton; sister in- law Gail (Ray) Barnes of Edmonton and numerous nieces and nephews. Bob also leaves numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren in his extended family. Bob was predeceased by his father Darrell; mother Marnie; brother Ron; and sisters: Linda and Thelma. Bob and Dorrell shared over 61 wonderful years together and he will be dearly missed by Dorrell, his family and friends. Bob served in the Royal Canadian Artillery as a gunner before joining the Edmonton City Police in 1951 where he spent 30 years serving the people of Edmonton. He was a founding member of the Edmonton Police Pipe Band and the Edmonton Police Retired Members Guild. After leaving the Edmonton Police Department he spent 10 years as an investigator with Alberta Social Services until his final retirement in 1993.A Funeral Service for Bob was held on Monday, April 4th. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Winnifred Stewart Association or the Salvation Army in Bob's memory.
Robbie Robertson started his Edmonton Police Department career on December 3rd, 1951 in Patrol Division. In 1955 he became a Detective in CID and then changed to Sergeant in Patrol in 1961. He was promoted to Acting Staff Sergeant in November of 1962 and in that rank his assignments included: CID, Morality, Patrol, B & E Detail, Assault Unit, Homicide-Robbery and Homicide Sex Crimes Units. Robbie rtired from the service on January 11th, 1981. Robbie’s Reg. No. when he retired was 36.
TAYLOR, John Wynard November 9, 1927 - March 14, 2016
It is with extreme remorse that we inform of the sudden passing of John Taylor on March 14, 2016. John was a beloved father, grandfather and a devoted and loving husband to his wife Anne of 55 years to which in his own words described as being “the best thing that ever happened to him”. He is sorrowfully missed by his wife Anne and children, Joanne (Jack Davis), Colin, Susan and Robert along with his grandchildren, Eric Weir and Jacqueline Weir. John is pre-deceased by his mother and father (Elizabeth and Jack Taylor) and was a devoted and loyal son to both of them until their passing. A memorial will be held for John in May (date yet to be determined). In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Edmonton Police Service Veterans’ Association.
John Taylor immigrated from Ireland and became a member of the Edmonton Police Department on March 26th, 1953. After his initial Patrol assignment, John moved to Court Detail, also serving in Summons Detail and as a Court Orderly. He moved back to Patrol Division in 1958 and was promoted to Sergeant in 1960 and again to Staff Sergeant in 1966. In 1975, John transferred back to Court Section and remained there until his retirement on July 6th, 1980. When he retired, Staff Sergeant Taylor’s Reg. No. was 56.
WALLATOR, Douglas James
It is with deep regret that we announce the sudden passing of Doug, of Strathcona County at the age of 60, on March 11, 2016. Left to cherish his many memories are his loving wife Joan; son Neal and daughter Anna; sister Carol (Ed) Henderson; brothers Calvin (Karen), and Ken; also other family and dear friends. Doug was predeceased by his parents Herbert and Joan. Respecting his wishes cremation has taken place, followed by a private inurnment. A memorial to Celebrate Doug's life was held on March 18th, in Josephburg, Ab. In Lieu of flowers donations made to the Edmonton Humane Society or a Charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Doug Wallator joined the Edmonton Police Service as a member of Recruit Class #56 on September 10th, 1979. After a few years in Patrol Division “D”, Doug transferred to the Municipal Airport Detail and then to Patrol Division “A”. In 1987, he transferred again to Traffic Division where he had assignments in Selective Enforcement and Expert Collision investigation Details. Another transfer came in 2000 when he moved back to Downtown Division and Downtown Community Stations. Doug spent the last two years of his career in Communications section, retiring on November 27th, His Reg. No. was 1192.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Stanley Stevens of Edmonton on February 29, 2016 at the age of 83 years .His memory will be lovingly cherished by his wife, Stephany; son, Lynn; daughter, Jessica (Paul); granddaughter, Melody; stepdaughter, Cheryl and her children, Sheena, Justin and Cody; stepdaughter, Carla (Michael) and her sons, Jonathan and Alexander; and sisters, Berthella and Audrey. He was predeceased by his brothers, Donald and Claire. Stanley served the Edmonton City Police with distinction for 36 years and rose to the rank of Deputy Chief. He will be remembered as a kind, intelligent, generous and loving man. Special thanks to the staff at Edmonton General Continuing Care Centre for their compassionate care. A Memorial Service was held on March 7th. In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made in Stanley's memory to The Salvation Army, Alberta & Northern Territories Divisional Headquarters, 9618 - 101A Avenue NW, Edmonton, AB T5H 0C7.
Stanley Stevens began his career with the Edmonton Police Department on October 29th, 1952. By 1954, he transferred to Identification Section and appears to have excelled there given his promotion to Sergeant in 1956 and again to Staff Sergeant in 1962. In 1967, Stanley was promoted to Sub-Inspector in Services Division. He then served as Inspector in Research & Development and Information Division. 1975 brought promotion to Staff Inspector in Information Division and he became Superintendent of that Division in 1976. Stanley was promoted to Deputy Chief in Technical Services Bureau in 1981 and remained there until he retired on August 7th, 1988.