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Halvar JONSON Obituary
August 14, 1941 – December 2, 2016
Halvar de la Cluyse Jonson was born in Athabasca to Frances (de la Cluyse) and Huram Jonson. He was raised on a farm outside of Boyle, AB, where he attended Boyle School until Grade 12. He earned his B.Ed and M. Ed at the University of Alberta.
In 1963, he married Maxine Saville of Wainwright. Halvar spent 18 years teaching and in administration with the bulk of his time living and working in Ponoka. He served as ATA President in 1977. In 1982 he became the MLA for Ponoka-Rimbey and was honoured to serve that area for 22 years. During this time he held the Minister of Education, Health, Environment and Intergovernmental Affairs portfolios.
Halvar is survived by his wife Maxine, three children, six grandchildren, and one sister.
His Funeral will take place on Friday, December 9, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Anglican Church, 5120-49 Avenue, Ponoka. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Wolf Creek School Division No. 72 (Halvar Jonson Scholarship Fund), the Alzheimer Society of Alberta or a charity of your choice. To express condolences to Halvar's family, please visit
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Anne Burke
February 19, 2022
I met Mr. Jonson when he was the Minister of Education. His legislation made possible the advent of the Publicly Chartered School Movement. Our ABC School was the first and for gifted children when I was President of Action for Bright Children (Calgary) Society. The initial grades one to three, adding kindergarten, has grown to Westmount Charter School Elementary and now up to grade twelve. Thank you.
Danny Kinal, Retired Teacher, ECSD
December 17, 2016
I just learned of Halvar's passing, and am saddened for the family and all who treasured him. As a teacher, I had the greatest respect for Halvar in his many roles with the ATA, especially as President, and then his service as an MLA, and Minister. May Halvar be at Peace and Comfort with our Lord, and knowing that he helped build a better world. Blessings..
kelley
December 13, 2016
MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FRIENDS AND FAMILY SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BE OF COMFORT TO YOUR FAMILY.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17
Fiona Chesney
December 11, 2016
Maxine and family,
I will always have such good memories of "Mr. Jonson" - my high school principal and social studies teacher. He, with your support, contributed so much to Ponoka and our province. I know my parents also had a very high regard for Halvar as a person and as a politician.
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December 9, 2016
Dear Jonson Family,
So sorry for your loss. Halvar was a special man with many gifts. I hope we stay in touch as the older ones in the family are passing away. I am sorry we could not make it to the funeral as they suggest not being on the highway today at -30. I am only an email away [email protected]. All our family sympathy, Allayna Jonson
December 9, 2016
Dear Maxine and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this sad and difficult time.
With Warm Regards
Joanne Ritchie
Ken & Phyllis Hennig
December 8, 2016
Maxine & Family. Our hearts go out to you during this sad time. Halvar was such a good man and made so many positive contributions to the province. We've many fond memories of his smile. Peace and love to you all.
December 7, 2016
Maxine and all your family, Our heartfelt sympathy on your great loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Bryan and Connie Pretula
Heather Forsyth
December 7, 2016
I had the pleasure of working with Boss as I called him when he was Minister of Health and other ministries. He was soft spoken, kind, generous with his time to me when I was a new MLA, thoughtful, funny and incredibly caring and smart. You will be missed my thoughts and prayers to your family. Heather Forsyth
Former MLA
Calgary Fish Creek
Dr David J Carter
December 7, 2016
Halvar was a man of many talents - a good decent person with a quiet depth. He was diligent as an MLA and in every aspect of his life. He was also a capable deputy chairman of committees in those far off days when I was Speaker.
His smile and demeanour were evidence of a true gentle-man. Blessings.
Lynne Duncan
December 7, 2016
I had the pleasure of working with Halvar many times, as his deputy in Health and as part of various groups when he and I were in different ministries. Halvar always sought to improve the lives of Albertans. He was honest, sincere, very hard working and highly respected. He represented the best of public service. We owe him, and his family, our deepest gratitude.
His passing is a loss to us all, especially to his family.
December 6, 2016
Dear Maxine and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Sharon Slocombe
Scotty Day
December 6, 2016
Condolences to the Jonson family.Halvar was a friend of education in Alberta
Judith Dyck
December 6, 2016
I had the honour of working with Mr. Jonson when he was Minister of Health. He was an excellent minister who cared deeply, listened to the pros and cons of an issue and worked hard to make the best decisions possible on behalf of Albertans. One of the good ones and a real gentleman. So sorry for your loss.
December 6, 2016
Dear Maxine and Family
I am so sorry to hear of Halvar's passing but now He is no longer suffering. It is hard to watch a loved one suffer when you know that there is nothing you can do but be there for them.It hurts alot to see them go but now he is with the Lord and someday you will see him again.Knowing that keeps one moving on from day to day. God Bless all of you. Love Lois
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