Joe Marshall
1919 - 2013
The family of Mr. Joseph (Joe) Edwin Marshall is saddened to announce his passing on July 11, 2013 at the age of 93 years. “Papa” Joe was an integral part of the Antler Hill community during the almost 90 years that he lived on the family homestead. He travelled to several countries around the world as an accomplished Red Poll Breeder, and was an advocate for the farmers and community that he lived in. Joe was instrumental in developing and negotiating farmer’s rights regarding oil and gas, utilities, and the implementation of transportation infrastructure on farmland. Joe’s greatest passion was his family, and he always had an open door or a comforting word in a time of need. “Papa” Joe was a mentor, confidant, and patriarch to a large community of friends and family, and his kind spirit will be remembered by all that knew him. Joe was born on October 16, 1919 and was predeceased by his parents Arthur and Mary, siblings Rachel, George, Mabel, Fred, and Sam, his loving spouse of 67 years Pearl, and his youngest daughter Heather. Joe will be dearly missed by his daughter Roberta (Jim) Simpson, niece Liz Millard, daughter in law Cindy Jones, granddaughters Leanne Simpson, Teri (Kent) Baumgardt, Tracy (Michael) Knecht, grandson Tony (Irene) Hill, great grandchildren Tyler Simpson, Taryn, Kirsten and Kyle Baumgardt, Brennan and Avery Knecht and all of the extended family and friends that Joe held so dear to his heart. A Celebration of Joe’s life will be held at the Innisfail United Church on Thursday, July 18, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. with a luncheon to follow. Memorial donations may be made to S.T.A.R.S Air Ambulance, Red Deer Hospice Society or to a charity of one’s choice. Heartland Funeral Services, Ltd., Innisfail entrusted with arrangements. Phone: 403-227-0006. www.heartlandfuneralservices.com.