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 1929 – 2011 Alexander Parke Reid Bice, better known as “Alex” by his friends, “Papa” by his family, and “Uncle Buzz” by his extended family, was born in Belloy, Alberta to Cecil & Grace Bice. He was the forth child of six. He met Julie Kushner, the love of his life, in 1949. Three years later on Oct. 27, 1952 they married and she became his soul-mate for life. In 1955, their twins Darlene and Dale were born, Garry, Linda, Pamela and Mark soon after. They raised their family on the family farm in Eaglesham, Alberta. In 1981, Alex, Julie and Mark moved to Dawson Creek, BC. The love of the land was still strong in Alex and 5 years later he purchased a farm where he grew alfalfa and raised leaf-cutter bees. The farm outside of Pouce Coupe was truly a retreat for Alex, Julie and their extended family. Although Papa loved working the land what was nearest and dearest to him was the family he loved and his intense love for his creator, Jehovah God. Papa spent countless hours working with and teaching his children and grandchildren to enjoy all life had to offer. Papa often said his joy in seeing something spectacular was never fully complete unless he was able to share it with someone he loved. Papa cherished the time he spent with his children Darlene (Brian) Diemert, Dale (Elaine) Bice, Garry (Colleen) Bice, Linda (Fred) Meunier, Pam (Allan) Diemert, Mark (Agnus) Bice, his 14 grandchildren, and 11 great grandchildren. He would often say, “ I wouldn’t trade you for 20 coyotes” some rated more, some less, his unique expressions brought a smile to many. He had a gift for making you feel good about yourself. Among the many things Papa instilled in his family was a deep love for spiritual things, a love of family and a love for music. He would get his “fiddle face” on and play with his nephew David, daughter and son-in-law Pam & Dave, and granddaughter Anjulie. They enjoyed many hours together. Julie and family would like to express their deepest thanks to Dr. Robert Newman, and Gaylene for their endless care and compassion as well as the staff at Shoppers Pharmacy. Thanks too, to Dr. Meyer and staff at the Dawson Creek hospital, Dr. Hadi and staff at the Prince George hospital, ambulance and flight paramedics. A special thanks to Rod Harmon for officiating, Linda, June and Adrien for arranging the tea. Members of the Parkhill and Willowbrook congregations for their calls, visits, beautiful floral arrangements, cards, food and fruit. Thank you too to Peggy and Gerry Bergeron for their support and assistance. Expressions of sympathy in memory of Alex may be made by way of donation to “Trust Fund in support of Evangeline Marie Brown”, great-granddaughter of Alex, who suffers from a rare digestive disorder (GA1) @ The Scotia Bank 10204-10th street, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 3T4 A Memorial service was held on Wednesday, march 15, 2011 at Bergeron Funeral Chapel, Dawson Creek, British Columbia. Officiated by Rod Harmon. Alex was cremated and inurnment will be at a later date at the Brookside Cemetery, Dawson Creek, British Columbia. 782-2577 Memorial services entrusted to Bergeron Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd. 800-577-4877 |
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