Rose Pelkey

Rose Pelkey

Rose Pelkey Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 3, 2008.
PELKEY, Rose Mary On Saturday, March 1, 2008, Rose Mary McKenzie Pelkey Benson of Blue Ridge passed away with her family by her side at the age of 67 years. Rose will always be remembered and loved forever by her husband, Rick Benson of Blue Ridge; son, Shawn (Katherine) Pelkey of Calgary; daughters, Danielle (Brad) Haugen of Fort McMurray, and Tara-Lynn (Dwayne) Reed of Mayerthorpe; grandchildren, Mike (Janine), Trisha (Marc), Matthew (Michelle), Kaylie, Victoria, Sean, Kim, Kennedy, Dillon, and Rochelle; five great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Gayle McKenzie of Edmonton; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Predeceased by her parents, Donald and Rachel; brother, Raymond McKenzie; and sister, Leona Wenisch. Rose's early life saw her live in many locations in Alberta and even a stint in Germany. She finally settled in Blue Ridge and worked at Sagitawah (where the rivers meet) Employment Center in Whitecourt. Many folks gained successful employment because of Rose's compassion and commitment for helping people. Rose's husband, Rick, and family were most important to her. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy. Rose's Eternal Life has now begun. A Celebration of Rose's Life will be held Thursday, March 6 at 2:00 p.m. at Blue Ridge Hall, Blue Ridge, AB. Family inurnment at a later date in Rich Valley Cemetery. Cremation has taken place in the Park Memorial Crematorium. To send condolences, visit www.parkmemorial.com Park Memorial Mayerthorpe 780-786-2533 Family Owned Funeral Home and Crematorium

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Elaine

March 5, 2008

Rose was an amazing person who treated imperfect circumstances with perfect love. I was privileged to have known her. She impacted my life with her faith and her prayers. I know she is joyous to be in the presence of her Lord - but we will all miss her terribly.

Troy Tozer

March 4, 2008

My condolences go out to Danielle & Shawn and the rest of the family. "Auntie" Rose was a big part of my early years and I will never forget her.

Jeanette /Ed Despins

March 4, 2008

Our hearts and prayers are with you Rick , Danielle , Shawn, and all the families. We feel your pain and share your loss as Rose was a wonderful friend.,wife mother Grandmother and Greatgrandmother thinking of you all in this time of sorrow Ed and Jeanette Despins

Deb and Tim Strand

March 3, 2008

To My Other Mother, I will miss you dearly. To Uncle Rick and family, I am sorry for your loss, it is not an easy time for all, she was a great woman.

G & N Groshko

March 3, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss, Rose was a kind and charismatic person she will be missed by all that knew her. Our hearts & prayers are with you all.

Elaine and Wayne Butler

March 3, 2008

With many fond memories of a great friend. Our condolences go out to the family.

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