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George Albert Woodward

Birth	:	16 Feb 1887 Ontario, Canada
Death	:	20 Nov 1951 Alberta, Canada
Burial	:	Bentley Cemetery, Bentley, Red Deer Census Division, Canada
Coordinate	:	52.4627700, -114.0388600
Description	:	From 'By River & Trail - History of Waskatenau & District' page 1283-85 1986 "George and Grace Victoria (MacQueen) Woodward by Iva R. Woodward George Woodward arrived from Ontario in 1910 with his parents, Sidney and Phoebe, and brother Jack. Although he filed for a homestead, SE 18-59-19-4, and partially developed this, he did not live there. He supplemented his income by continuing his trade as a blacksmith in Edmonton and Fort Saskatchewan. In 1919 he moved to Lamont where he was a welder in the Harvey Harris Gargare and he was on hand when some... Read More	From 'By River & Trail - History of Waskatenau & District' page 1283-85 1986 "George and Grace Victoria (MacQueen) Woodward by Iva R. Woodward George Woodward arrived from Ontario in 1910 with his parents, Sidney and Phoebe, and brother Jack. Although he filed for a homestead, SE 18-59-19-4, and partially developed this, he did not live there. He supplemented his income by continuing his trade as a blacksmith in Edmonton and Fort Saskatchewan. In 1919 he moved to Lamont where he was a welder in the Harvey Harris Gargare and he was on hand when some of the first Ford cars were delivered to that area. While in Lamont he boarded with Annie and William MacQueen where he met their fourth daughter Grace Victoria. George and Grace were married in Edmonton on October 26, 1920. This was the beginning of future unions as Jack Woodward married Florence MacQueen in December 1920 and James Woodward married Irene MacQueen in August, 1922. It has been rumored that William MacQueen, father of the three grils, exclaimed, "Thank heavens thre are no more Woodwards!" The MacQueen family had moved west from Ontario in 1907 to the Good Hope area south of Lamont. George and Grace made their first home in Lamont. From there they moved to Radway in 1925, then to Warspite in 1926 and on to Waskatenau in 1928 where they remained until 1949 when they left for Lacombe. The Waskatenau years are remembered for the happiness of a growing family. The five children were born in Lamont hospital and attended Waskatenau School. Everyone was involved in community sports, from George's interest in broom ball and sponsoring baseball to the entire family enjoyment of curling. Grace took an active part in the Ladies Aid, Homemaker Club and was treasurer of the United Church for some years. Waskatenau folk are always inclined to remember the good times but all being of hardy stock they somehow managed to brave the Depression. Through these years George was farmer, butcher, hotel owner, ferry operator and park foreman. In Lacombe he was public works foreman until two months before his death on November 20, 1951. Success was not measured in material wealth but in strong family ties, a sense of community support and the challenge of raising a family to carry on these traditions. Family records show that on May 3, 1935, when auctioneer Earl Lanyon sold the farm stock and equipment, heifers sold at $11 each, calves at $4.00, a mare for $65 and cows ranged from $9.00 to the magnificent price of $34. The first child Iva Ruth, born December 23, 1921, was active in Sunday School and CGIT. She became a school teacher, a four-year career with the last two in her home town of Waskatenau. In 1946 she moved to Duncan, Vancouver Island for a new career in social work. She remained in this profession, working through the ranks of supervisor, and was regional manager when she retired in 1981. Life for her remains a challenge; she is again involved in the United Church, and enjoys travelling the coastal waters in her cabin cruiser. Jean Elizabeth was born August 13, 1924. She too was a leader in church activities, sang in the choir and participated in many community concerts, singing and performing folk and tap dance. She led a physical education program in the community after taking a summer course in Calgary. Jean too became a teacher and went to the Boyle area but her career was short-lived; she met Frank Knight from a pioneer Radway family through the Young People's Society, a group that was led by the Rev. Andrew Wood. Jean and Frank were married in the Waskatenau United Church on October 23, 1944. (Please refer to the Frank Knight history in this book). Margaret Joyce was born November 20, 1927. While completing high school in Waskatenau Margaret was church organist and assisted with the choir and CGIT. She was a keen skater and curler. She worked in the bank and then moved to Lacombe. It was here she met Emery Leighton Grosland in the Royal Bank and they were married September 3, 1952 in Lacombe. Because of Emery's career they have lived in many interesting places including Montreal, New York, and London, England. They are presently living in Brampton, Ontario. Emery is vice-president of International Money Markets for the Royal Bank. They have one daughter Roberta Jayne, born October 5, 1961, who is attending the University of Toronto studying art history. Lorne George was born May 21, 1930. He served 21 years in the Canadian Forces and was posted to many parts of Canada, including the far North where he was an instructor in winter survival. He is presently in industrial first aid and this work takes him to the northern interior of B.C. for several months of the year. Lorne was married to Hazel Wells on November 1, 1960 in Regina. Their son Richard Scott was born March 7, 1962 Hazel died suddenly in July, 1965 and Lorne and Scott still make their home together in Cowichan Bay, B.C. Scott graduated in June, 1982 and will be attending Camosun College in Victoria. Marion Irene was born September 21, 1933. This was in the depth of the Depression and following Marion's birth Grace developed the dreaded typhoid fever which delayed the homecoming for three months. The family rejoiced at the recovery and the addition of the baby sister. Marion was in Grade 10 when the family moved to Lacombe. It was there she finished high school and her accounting career began. She and Clarence Ronald Kasha were married on August 9, 1952. They lived in Lacombe and Calgary, and moved to Regina in 1966. They had four sons and one daughter. Karolee Anne was born in Calgary on July 20, 1960. In 1982 she was accepted at Osgoode Hall, New York University and hoes to complete her law training in 1984. Dale George Glena was born February 21, 1962 and died February 23, 1962. Keith Ronald, born September 8, 1963, is interested in singing and drama, and will be graduating from high school in 1983. Keven Donald was born October 7, 1964 and is keenly interested in the Lions band, Regina. He has copyrights on his own musical compositions and is attending the University of Saskatchewan, Regina. Kent Christopher, born October 29, 1968, is alsoan avid Lions band member. Marion works as secretary for a Regina construction firm and is active on the executive of the Lions band. Ron has been treasurer of the Saskatchewan Wheat Pool for several years. During the last years in Waskatenau George Woodward's health was failing and this continued following the move to Lacombe. After a series of strokes he died on November 20, 1951. Grace continued the family home there, and was busy with boarders and the United Church Woman groups where she was again treasurer. She found time to visit her family scattered across the land; in 1970 she moved to Victoria to be closer to three of her children and to enjoy the more balmy climate of the West Coast. She is a keep gardener, a regular bridge player, and a faithful correspondent with friends and relatives far and near. A recent highlight for her was the glorious 50th celebration of the incorporation of the Village of Waskatenau. The years dropped away and the reunion with dear old friends from Waskatenau, Warspite and surrounding districts will never be forgotten. On October 10, 1982 Grace Woodward's 80th birthday was celebrated in Vicotria with all her children and surviving sisters and brothers present. Forty relatives and friends joined her on this happy occasion and memories of days in Waskatenau were shared with many. Waskatenau is where the Woodwards have their roots and this will always be so, as many of our people have found their permanent resting place right here."

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George Albert Woodward's memorial is located at: Bentley Cemetery, Bentley, Red Deer Census Division, Canada.
When did George Albert Woodward death?
George Albert Woodward death on 20 Nov 1951 in Alberta, Canada
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Latitude: 52.4627700
Longitude: -114.0388600

Family Members:

Parent

Sidney Woodward

(1842 - 1913)

Phoebe Elizabeth Graham Woodward

(1848 - 1924)

Spouse

Grace Victoria McQueen Woodward

(1902 - 1988)

Siblings

Nancy Jane Woodward Wellman

(1866 - 1940)

Catherine Elizabeth “Kate” Woodward Innes

(1871 - 1950)

Sidney Alfred “Alf” Woodward

(1874 - 1942)

James Stanley Woodward

(1881 - 1958)

John Garfield “Jack” Woodward

(1884 - 1982)

(unknow - unknow)

Children

Lorne George Woodward

(1930 - 1985)

Flowers:

Nearby Cemetories:

1. Bentley Cemetery
Bentley, Red Deer Census Division, Canada
Coordinate: 52.4627700, -114.0388600

2. Bentley Seventh Day Adventist Cemetery
Red Deer Census Division, Canada
Coordinate: 52.4346420, -114.0266220

3. Bentley Hutterite Cemetery
Bentley, Red Deer Census Division, Canada
Coordinate: 52.4078896, -113.9981401

4. Vig Lutheran Church Cemetery
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Coordinate: 52.4438100, -114.1855600

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6. Gull Lake Cemetery
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Coordinate: 52.5750980, -113.9392090

7. Blackfalds Cemetery
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Coordinate: 52.3897500, -113.7941400

8. Lakeview Cemetery
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Coordinate: 52.2980100, -114.0982500

9. Kuusamo Cemetery
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Coordinate: 52.3189170, -114.2112180

10. West Meadows Cemetery
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Coordinate: 52.2909200, -114.1207700

11. Fairview Cemetery
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Coordinate: 52.4753000, -113.7214800

12. Mount Auburn Cemetery
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Coordinate: 52.6399700, -114.2356900

13. Benalto Cemetery
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Coordinate: 52.2977900, -114.2639100

14. Burnt Lake Cemetery
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Coordinate: 52.2476600, -114.0497800

15. Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery
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Coordinate: 52.2888200, -113.8205600

16. Eckville Cemetery
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Coordinate: 52.3487200, -114.3528700

17. Gilby Kalmu Cemetery
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Coordinate: 52.4643900, -114.4091100

18. West Haven Cemetery
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Coordinate: 52.6389000, -114.3149800

19. Red Deer Cemetery
Red Deer, Red Deer Census Division, Canada
Coordinate: 52.2743200, -113.7859000

20. Bradshaw Cemetery
Leedale, Red Deer Census Division, Canada
Coordinate: 52.5445990, -114.4390650

21. Bismark Lutheran Cemetery
Crestomere, Red Deer Census Division, Canada
Coordinate: 52.7102900, -113.9198100

22. Alto Reste Cemetery
Red Deer, Red Deer Census Division, Canada
Coordinate: 52.2735700, -113.7168900

23. Leedale Hutterite Cemetery
Leedale, Red Deer Census Division, Canada
Coordinate: 52.5519084, -114.4643573

24. Diamond Valley Cemetery
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Coordinate: 52.2608600, -114.3595700