Helen Sauder
1932 - 2016

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Mrs. Helen Sauder on Friday March 4, 2016 at the Innisfail Hospital at the age of 84 years. Helen was born in Provost, Alberta on January 25, 1932. Helen grew up in Consort and later settled in Innisfail in 1966 where she remained to raise her six children until her retirement. Helen worked for many years at the Michener Centre in Red Deer and loved her work there. She went on to be involved with the Innisfail Historical Society for many years where she enjoyed helping out with the afternoon teas. Helen was predeceased by her husband Nelson Lane Sauder and her great grandson Kale O’Connor. She will be lovingly remembered by her special friend Stan Dent and her children Mary Lou (Bob), Larry, Deb, Darryl (Colleen), Corey (Barb) and Sherry (Graham); her 13 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren along with numerous friends and family. Helen is survived by her brother Fred (Susan) of BC; sisters Marg of Ponoka and Jean (Chuck) of Rocky Mountain and their families. A Memorial Service will be held at the Alliance Churthe Innisfail Historical Society, S.T.A.R.S or the M.S. Society. Heartland Funeral Services Ltd., Innisfail entrusted with arrangements. 403-227-0006. www.heartlandfuneralservices.com