FLADAGER, Richard Earle Reg. No. 33 Jul 16, 1930 - Dec 17, 2023
It is with deep sorrow and loving memories we announce the passing of Richard Earle Fladager on December 17th, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Earle was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Earle’s legacy is marked by a life well-lived and a heart full of cherished memories.
Earle will be lovingly remembered by his beloved wife of 69 years Betty, children David (Nataliya), Neal (Deborah), and Marilyn (Dave); his grandchildren Katherine, Victoria,
Calista, Michael, Jackson, Alysha, and Melanie as well as numerous extended relatives, neighbours and friends.
Born on July 16, 1930, in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan to Tedden Fladager and Marguerite Mair, Earle’s family relocated to Edmonton in 1934, where his sister Beverley was born. Throughout school Earle excelled in baseball and hockey, earning accolades and championships, including being named most Valuable Player during his midget year with the Edmonton Athletic Club. He went on to the Junior level and even had a Chicago Blackhawks NHL Scout offer a professional contract!
After completing his education at Garneau and Eastwood High Schools, Earle embarked on diverse professional paths. From his time as a deckhand with the Northern
Transportation Company to joining the Royal Canadian Air Force for aircrew training in 1949, his professional journey led him in 1951 to a 30-year dedication to the City of Edmonton Police Department, rising through the ranks with distinction and earning many promotions and accommodations. Following retirement in 1980, Earle continued his public service as an Inspector Auditor with the Alberta Attorney General’s Department.
In 1954 Earle married the love of his life, Betty Marlene Chrysler and together they raised their family in Edmonton. His passion for fishing, hunting, and weekends spent at both his cabins at Lac La Nonne and the Overlander Mountain Lodge defined his leisure time. Earle was a man of many abilities and there was nothing he couldn’t do. Carpentry, genealogy, gardening, hockey coach, landscaping, oil painting, plumbing, and even writing an autobiography typified only some of the wide range of skills he pursued! A lifelong member of various organizations, including the Boy Scouts of Canada, the Southside Athletic Club, the United Empire Loyalists and the Edmonton Minor Hockey Association all reflect his dedication and commitment to community service and youth development. In 2022, Earle received the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal.
Earle took great pride in his family, embraced life, he was generous, caring and the best husband, father and grandfather one could wish for. His smile was contagious.
Earle’s funeral service to celebrate his life was held on December 22nd, in Edmonton with interment at Glenwood Memorial Gardens in Sherwood Park.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Ottewell United Church, the Cross Cancer Institute or the Edmonton Humane Society.
“One final word – do all things in a positive way with love and truth because the negative will not provide good results.”
** EPSVA notes: Earle FLADAGER joined the EPD on November 13th, 1951 and retired on October 23rd, 1980.
Vernon Herbert McINTOSH Reg. No. 115 1932 - 2023
It is with the utmost sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Dad, Papa, Brother, Uncle, Friend, And Legend: Vernon McIntosh, on November 17, 2023.
He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law (Bestie), Barb and Russ; grandsons, Kyle (Tessa), Bevan (Adriel) and his son Tracy; and great-grandson, Sebastian; as well as his
sister and brother-in-law, Maureen and Cliff; and many nieces, nephews, and a very special aunt/friend, Trudy!
Vern was predeceased by his wife, Marlene; son, Arthur; parents, Allan and Irene McIntosh; brother and sister-in-law, Ken and Betty; brother and sister-in-law, Mervyn and Mickey, nephews, Ken and Murray; his 1st wife and friend, Audrey; and many dear friends, who Vern considered his family.
Born in 1932, to Allan and Irene, Vern was the 2nd of 4 siblings. Most of his childhood was in the Edmonton area with a family working hard to survive the Great Depression. One
of his favourite places was spending time on the farm with his grandparents, Emmanuel and Ida Kother, in Anselmo. He was given his 1st BB gun around the age of 4! Cans, dry manure, and rocks were his early targets. They were a tight knit family, both immediate and extended.
After some odd jobs, Vern started pouring concrete with his good buddy Al Taylor, then eventually joined the Edmonton Police Dept. His career with EPD spanned 33 years. He was a Beat Cop, a Detective and eventually Staff Sargeant. Through this career Vern acquired lifelong friends that were considered family. Pouring concrete remained an off-duty business until he was 77 years old. Unable to sit idle, and having some spare time, Vern also became a member of the Alberta Fish & Game and any other Fish/Wildlife organization he could get involved with. Serving as President from 1995 - 1997 and holding a number of other positions over the years. He has been an integral part of Conservation and Wildlife in this province until the end of his life!
Dad’s greatest love was fishing and hunting! One could ALWAYS make time for any opportunity to do so!
After retirement, Vern enjoyed more hunting, fishing, gardening on his acreage. He had animal magnetism and all the pets were instantly drawn to him. He’d had loveable dogs
over the years and was likely to keep yours too if you had wanted to leave them behind!
His passing leaves a huge hole in our hearts and the thing we will miss the most are the stories, endless stories. Stories filled with nothing less than laughter, shock and awe! He had a work ethic beyond believable and if you were fortunate enough to spend time with him, he was your friend for life. He always tried to see the best in people and was always willing to help you out with anything.
Funeral Services were held on December 8, 2023, at Edmonton.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Alberta Fish & Game Association at AFGA.org, or Edmonton Police Foundation Re: Veterans’ Assistance Program c/o 9620 - 103 Ave., NW T5H 0H7, or Edmonton Humane Society at edmontonhumanesociety.com
** EPSVA notes: Vern McIntosh became a member of the Edmonton Police Department on August 15th, 1955. He retired on August 15th, 1988.
Albert (Bert) Ervin GOODRICH Reg No. 479 September 13, 1943 - November 10, 2023
The family of Albert (Bert) Ervin Goodrich are deeply saddened to announce his passing on November 10, 2023 at the age of 80 years old. He will be forever loved and remembered by his wife of 55 years, Gail; daughters Cindy (Lionel); Sandra (John); and his cherished grandsons, Lyndon, Brandt, Ethan and James. He will be missed by so many friends and family. Bert was predeceased by his parents Ervin and Myrtle, as well as his sisters Lorraine, Pat and Christa and his grandson Garret.
Bert grew up in Dawson Creek, BC. He met his wife Gail while donating blood at a blood donor clinic. They married soon after and moved to Edmonton when Bert joined the Edmonton Police Service in 1968. He went on to serve and protect the community for the next 25 years. Bert was a kind and compassionate Police Officer that went the extra
mile. He would often buy groceries for struggling single moms after completing a call, and had purchased a bike for a little boy when his bike was stolen.
While raising their family in Sherwood Park, Alberta, Bert enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating and camping with family and friends. He had a real talent of fixing cars and all things
electronic. Bert was extremely knowledgeable with computers and was always offering a helping hand when anyone needed some tech assistance. Bert and Gail enjoyed travelling as well and visited many tropical places during their time together. Bert had a sense of humour like no other and was a generous friend to many. Most importantly, Bert was a great husband, father and grandfather, and we will always miss him.
Thank you to all the staff at Capital Care Laurier House Strathcona and Dr. Trent Dusang who took great care of him in his final years.
If so desired, donations can be made in Bert’s memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta or the Alberta Diabetes Association. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Albert Ervin Goodrich please visit our Tribute Store.
A celebration of life will occur in the spring of 2024 and will be announced at a later date.
** EPSVA notes: Bert Goodrich joined the Edmonton Police Department on September 16th, 1968. He was promoted in 1980 and retired from the service on September 17th, 1993.
Wayne Howard RHYASON Reg. No. 484 July 19th, 1947 - November 2nd, 2023
It is with much love and heavy hearts that we say goodbye to Wayne Howard Rhyason, who passed away on November 02, 2023, in Missoula, Montana surrounded by his family. He was 76 years old. He was born July 19, 1947, in Cold Lake, Alberta.
Wayne was predeceased by his mother (Eva), father (Edward), brother (Brian), mother-in-law (Doreen), Gord and sister-in-law (Audrey). He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 55 years Linda, his daughter Kerry (Brian) and the joys of his life, his grandchildren, Skylar, and Dryden, his brothers, Roger (Linda), Gordy, Myles (Donna), Dale (Brenda), Troy and sisters Sharon (Don) and Shirley (Corky), as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Wayne was a police officer for Edmonton Police Service for 26 years where he retired in 1994. He was a proud police officer who was loved and respected in the field. After he retired from the police force, he was an Investigator for WCB. He retired from there in 2007. After his retirement Wayne and Linda enjoyed their Winters in Florida and Phoenix and spending time with their grandkids. Wayne always loved a good slow-pitch game and played in Edmonton and Pheonix for many years.
A celebration of life will be held in early Spring 2024. More details will be posted in the future.
We would like to thank the Missoula Hospital for all their support in Wayne’s final days and to all the friends and family who supported us during this difficult time.
Donations, in honor of Wayne, can be made to Parkinson’s Association of Alberta, https://parkinsonassociation.ca/
EPSVA notes: Wayne Rhyason became a member of the Edmonton Police Department on September 18th, 1968. He was promoted on March 3rd, 1980 and retired from policing on December 14th, 1994.