Elsie STEBNER Obituary
Elsa died peacefully on February 17, 2012 at the age of 96 years.
She is survived by her children Doris (Don) Urquhart, Eleanor (Garth) Hampson, Lillian Lechelt, Don (Marlene) Stebner and Randy (Ann) Stebner, fourteen grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren, sisters Hedwig Erickson, Hilda Schoepp, brother Herb(Pat) Lede, sister-in-law Florence Lede and dear friends the Karst Family. Elsa was predeceased by her husband Rudolph Stebner (1985), sons Arnold (1968) and Leonard (1971), brothers Walter (1920), William (1980), Ernest (1996) and sister Alma (1920). She was the daughter of the late Wilhelm and Lydia Lede of Hay Lakes. Elsa's strong Christian faith was an inspiration to all.
Visitation will take place at South Side Memorial Chapel on Sunday, February 26, 2012 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 10014 - 81 Avenue, on Monday, February 27, 2012 at 11:00 a.m., followed by interment at Evergreen Memorial Gardens.
Memorial donations will be gratefully accepted to The Good Samaritan Society or Trinity Lutheran Church.
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Ricky Karst
February 16, 2019
I am sure that I will be with Elsie again. She may even meet me at the gates to heaven
March 29, 2012
In about 1964, shortly after my husband's family moved form New York City to Edmonton to serve the German and English congregations at Trinity Lutheran, they were invited by the Ralph Stebner family to come for supper. It was a wonderful time & the meal was memorable because of a delightful surprise: the meat was wild duck, shot by Uncle Ralph & prepared by Aunt Elza. Being city folk they got a real taste of the Canadian prairies...food & hospitality & they loved it. Reflecting on this now I'm thinking that it probably shed a better light on me, a niece, perhaps even improved my chances with their son Reiny. I mean everyone benefits from a good family name!
Sincere sympathies to all family members.
Lillian Hohnsbein Camrose, Alberta
March 4, 2012
Many years ago my parents were good friends of Elsie and Rudolph, having met them when they resided in Bloomsbury. I recall Elsie as a kind and gentle lady.
With sincere sympathy,
Audrey (Ginther) Lasky
St. Albert, AB
Irene & Bill Andrew
February 27, 2012
Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you today. I have so many fond memories of Aunt Elsie. She was a very kind, thoughtful & very gracious lady.
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February 27, 2012
To the Stebner Family:
Our sincere sympathies in the passing of your mother. May the Lord give you comfort and strength at this time. Yours in Christ.
Rev. Don & Doreen (nee Schneider) Unterschultz, Calgary
Randy&Brigitte Karst
February 26, 2012
Elsie was well-loved and will always have a special place in our hearts. She lived for family and despite some tragic losses in the past,... was able to keep her loving nature and raise a prosperous and productive family. She was like a surrogate grandmother to me for over 50 years. She had a wonderful way of engaging children and making them feel special. A more loving and thoughtful person did not exist. If there is a heaven – that is where she will surely be.
Dennis Urquhart
February 26, 2012
We will love you forever, Grammie. Thank you for 96 years of sharing your love, patience and kindness. You brightened the lives of all who knew you, especially your grandchildren. We were so fortunate to have you in our lives and to teach us how to love God and family.
Darlene and Raymond Rowe
February 25, 2012
One of my favorite Aunts, always generous with her hugs and smiles.
Florence Karst
February 24, 2012
Elsie was my dear friend for 52 years and I will miss her so much.
I feel so blessed to have had her and her loving family in my life and my family's life all these years.
Her strong Christian faith influenced how she lived her earthly life and am sure that in her heavenly home she is an angel. I love you Elsie and God loves you too.
Gary Karst
February 24, 2012
Some of my earliest memories include Elsie. She was a beautiful soul and will be greatly missed. To family and friends, my deepest condolences. I pray that God eases your pain, as only He can do. I will always remember her.
February 23, 2012
Garth & Elenor:
My condolences on the loss of your mother. I am sure you have fond memories of her. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Rosetta Greschuk, St. Albert
P.S. I don't know how to get in touch with you but I just want to let you know that Bob passed away May 30, 2011. He is missed terribly by all.
Leonard Blumenthal
February 22, 2012
Although I won't be able to attend the funeral, my thoughts are with the family. She was a kind and gracious lady and I will always remember several weeks in September, 1972, when we toured Southern England and Wales together.
Marian Phillips
February 22, 2012
We will all miss Elsie at "The Manor" here at the Devonshire. She became a special part of our every day life with her wonderful outlook on Life, and caring ways toward us all.
Diana, Rob, Jessica + Abby Wilson
February 22, 2012
Grammy - words could never express the respect, love and admiration we feel for you. Your warm heart and strong spirit lives on in all of us lucky enough to be your family! I know you've found peace and had no regrets. You'll be missed by so many.. We love you...
Susan and Greg Wilkinson/Lechelt
February 22, 2012
Grammie was a lovely and gracious lady; she has left her family a legacy in the example she set in her steadfast faith, the great family times spent at Pigeon Lake at her cabin and the beautiful snowflakes she gave as gifts. We will all miss you Grammie; God loves you and we do too!
Love Sue and Greg (Biko too)
Garth and Eleanor Hampson
February 22, 2012
This was a good, kind and gentle lady and we shall miss her terribly. Her long life was filled with Christian love for family and friends alike and we will be forever grateful.
Rick Karst
February 22, 2012
Elsie was always quick to add a word of encouragement and showed a loving interest in all the people around her. She added kindness to any room she entered
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