Sunday, November 29, 2020 at 12:00 a.m.
Wendelboe, Maurice
MAURICE SIDNEY WENDELBOE, beloved husband of Freida of Lethbridge, passed away early on November 25, 2020.
MAURICE SIDNEY WENDELBOE, beloved husband of Freida of Lethbridge, passed away early on November 25, 2020.
Maurice is survived by his wife, Frieda; his son, Michael Wendelboe; and his grandchildren, Erik, Paul and Emily Wendelboe. He was predeceased by his son, Sydney Wendelboe.
Maurice was born in Barons, AB on September 18, 1930. Always a caring and thoughtful man, Maurice helped his father on the family farm. He was the only son in his family, with four older sisters: Ruth Issac, Josephine Grigor, Laura Stevens and Vivian Theilman.
Maurice was characterized as a hard worker, and as such, had various occupations during his life. His first jobs were with the family farm in Barrhill, and the Picture Butte Sugar Factory. Maurice married his soulmate Frieda on June 20, 1952. Then, in 1958, Maurice built a Texaco service station in Champion, AB which he ran with his wife until the family moved to Lethbridge in 1967. When he first moved to Lethbridge, Maurice worked at the Research Station and then Co-Op Implements as a heavy duty mechanic. At age 50, in 1980, Maurice attended SAIT with his son Michael. They both obtained steam engineer certifications and with this, Maurice worked as a Steam Engineer at a Lethbridge meat packing plant until his retirement in 1995.
While he was retired from his formal occupation, he could never sit still and could always be found in his garage tinkering with his several projects. He had such a creative mind, being able to create works of art out of the most unassuming objects, such as old tin cans, old rims and propane cylinders. He would give his friends and family these gifts and we all treasure them.
Maurice volunteered many hours at the Chinook Regional Hospital, Lethbridge Seniors Centre and others. He devoted over 1,300 hours to his volunteering. In the summers, he would help with the harvest at the Coyote Flats Pioneer Village and was a devoted member to the Prairie Tractor and Engine Club in Picture Butte. In his free time, Maurice loved to do the Wonderword puzzles in the newspaper and spend time with his grandkids. Notably, you could see Maurice with the biggest smile on his face when he would dance with his loving wife and soulmate Frieda at the annual Pemmican club dances. Maurice was known for his bear hugs, selflessness, humour and kindness. He was always ready to help anyone in need and worked countless hours on people's vehicles—often for free. He will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.
A Private Funeral Service will be held at a later date.
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My condolences to Frieda, Michael and Family. Maurice was a gem --- one of the finest men I've known. In fact I will always remember his smile and laughter. He genuinely cared deeply for his family and talked often about you. Helen Keller said, "all we love deeply becomes a part of us".
Maurice was a kind and generous man. I can't count the times I heard of him helping out my mom Mariette and my aunt Joan when they needed something fixed or tended to. So sorry for your loss.
Maurice Wendelboe Family So sorry to hear of the passing of Maurice. He was such a wonderful man and will be missed by many. Our heart fealt sympathy to all the family. Hugs & Prayers. Bob & Audrey Waddle (Research Station)
Maurice was such a dear, kind and lovely human being. He will be greatly missed by so many. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with Frieda, Michael and all the family at this time.
We fondly remember Maurice as a kind neighbour that was always friendly and eager to help. We send our deepest condolences to the family.
Sincere condolences to Frieda,Michael,Nancy,Erik,Paul & Emily.We will always miss Maurice and the fun times when together..he did enjoy dancing!He was quiet but always humour with a smile on his face when he did speak.Only pleasant memories of the many visits at our house and the time in Minot in our RV when he introduced Al & I to our first taste of Leftsa,I can still see the wonder of excitement in his smile as we experienced that! Oh Maurice often had a mischievious grin.We loved him ,a life well lived!Rest in peace.
With heartfelt sympathy to Frieda, Michael, and family with the passing of Maurice, your dearest husband and father. We love you so very much that words alone can't say! Maurice was such a genuine and blessed friend to us for over 40 years, we will truly miss him. Sincere and loving condolences.
As your dad travels from death to eternal life, may you find comfort, rest and shalom in the Lord as you grieve. Reg 'n Flora
Our heartfelt sympathy Frieda, Michael and family. We always enjoyed our visits and times with Maurice. He was a genuine special person. We had such a good visit on the phone this summer. We will miss him! Sincere condolences, Eugene, Virginia and family
Very sorry to hear of Uncle's passing, he will be missed. Our condolences to the family.
We are saddened by the news of Maurice's death. It was our pleasure to become better acquainted with both he and Frieda a number of times when they were visiting Michael, Nancy and family here on the Island. May the love of God, family and friends bring comfort in this time of loss.
Aunt Frieda and family. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Freida and Family. We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Maurice. Truly one of the last "old timers" of our friends and families. We talked a couple of months ago about some of the people and acquaintances of Barrhill, Picture Butte and Barons. Rest In Peace Maurice. Till we meet again.
Freida and Family. We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Maurice. Truly one of the last "old timers" of our friends and families. We talked a couple of months ago about some of the people and acquaintances of Barrhill, Picture Butte and Barons. Rest In Peace Maurice. Till we meet again.
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Uncle Maurice. I will miss him greatly.....