Creech's Lakeland Funeral Home, Creech's Crematorium Ltd.
4824-51 Ave T9X 1T6 Vermilion, AB, Canada

Hard to believe it is already the middle of December. Things are looking a little bit different then most years. However we want to ensure that everyone's loved ones are remembered this holiday season. Please join us on Monday, December 21, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. for our Virtual Christmas Hope and Inspiration Service. This can be found on our Facebook page or visit www.creechsfuneralhomes.com and select Christmas Service 2020. We will be reading all of the names of the families we have served in 2020 for Crossroads, Lakeland, and Creech's Funeral Home (Lloydminster).

A winter peonie, absolute perfection. The smell is amazing.

Please be aware that due to copyright laws the music playing for Henry's slideshow may be muted. Once the slideshow is over the audio will be enabled again.

It is with great sadness that the family of Jeanine Alma Yvette Hanson (Nolette-Charest) of Edmonton, Alberta, formerly of Kimberley, BC, passed away on November 15, 2020 at the Good Samaritan Dr. Gerald Zetter Care Centre at the age of 80 years. Jeanine will be lovingly remembered by her children, Evelyne Seminowich (John), Roger Charest (Doris), Doreen Winmill (Craig), Jacqueline Shimko (Curtis) and Linda Charest. By her 11 Grandchildren, Sansira Seminowich (Nasser Moazz...en-Ahmadi), Jana Seminowich, Dustin Charest (Kayla), Stacey Charest, Michelle Winmill (Tristan Koopman), Stephanie Waldie (Trent), Kyle Shimko, Haley Shimko, Evan Dagostine (Yuan Yuan), Erin McBean and Carlin McBean. By her 5 Great-Grandchildren: Kiana Ahmadi, Quinton Seminowich, Adaya Seminowich, Ava Waldie and Thaddeous Dagostine. She was predeceased by her husband William Hanson, her mom Rosie Gougeon-Nolette-Brochu, her dad Joseph Nolette, her step-dad George Brochu, her brothers Germain Nolette and Denis Brochu. The Celebration of Life will be held at a later date due to COVID-19 restrictions. Memorial donations can be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or Diabetes Canada.

Todays motivational quote.

A Virtual Service for Henry will be available at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 9, 2020. The service will remain available until Saturday, January 9, 2021. You can access the service by visiting our webpage, www.creechsfuneralhomes.com, select Henry Wasylik's obituary, Photos & Videos, Video Tribute (left side of screen, below photo).

On Tuesday, December 1, 2020 Lana Dean Latcham, formerly of Vermilion, passed away peacefully in her home in Stony Plain at the age of 57 years. Lana is loved and remembered by her Husband Mike Latcham of Stony Plain; Daughters Bailey Latcham of Fort McMurray and Kimberly Truckey (Jordan) of Onoway; Two Grandchildren Brooke and Zakk Truckey; Parents Doreen Ford of Spruce Grove and Bryan Ford of Vermilion; Brother Kevin Ford (Nan) of Lake Isle; Sisters Kerri (Lee) Arthur of Wa...inwright and Trina Liesch of Stony Plain; Parents in-law Garry and Karen Latcham of Spruce Grove; Brother in-law Steve Latcham of Wabamun; As well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her Niece Keltie Arthur Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date. If so desired donations in memory of Lana may be made to your local SPCA or charity of donor’s choice.

On Friday, October 30, 2020 Mr. Laurens den Ouden passed away in the University of Alberta Hospital, Edmonton at the age of 72 years. Laurens will be forever loved and remembered by his Loving Wife Molly of Lloydminster; Children Andrew den Ouden (Nicole) of Frontier, Saskatchewan and Andrea Ironside of Lloydminster; Grandchildren Bryan den Ouden, Mariah Johnson, Tristan Johnson, Tyler Ironside, Luke, Levi, Caleb, Jessa and Asher den Ouden; Great-Grandchildren Rysa and Roman ...Bresky, and Farrah Johnson; Sister Nancy Stam; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. Laurens was predeceased by his Parents Jack and Janie den Ouden; Sister Elizabeth den Ouden. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be held in Summer 2021. If so desired donations can be made to the Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation.

For over 40 years we have worked closely with a group of people who have earned our respect and gratitude time and again. When we call they are there for us and the families we serve. The faces have varied but the dedication, kindness and compassion have always remained the same. I am talking about the Clergy. I know they are referred to by different titles such as, Pastor, Reverend, Father, Celebrant, Speaker, Brother, Rabi and many others but in my mind I just think of ...Continue reading

On Tuesday, November 10, 2020 Mr. Alvin Erickson passed away in the Vermilion Health Centre at the ag of 90years. Alvin will be forever loved and missed by his Loving Wife Katrina Kat of Mannville; Children Dean Erickson of Ranfurly, Ingrid (Gene) Helmer of Lloydminster, Desiree (Pat) Turnbull of Drumheller, Brandi Minor of Orleans, Ont., and Whitney Minor of Embrun, Ont.; Grandchildren Jared (Jeanine), Justin (Kim), Kyle (Hope); Great-Grandchildren Lucas, Lily, Jonathon, Z...achary, Harley, Zach, Brianna and Luka; as well as his nieces, nephews and extended family. Alvin was predeceased by his 1st Wife Jane Jean Erickson in 1997; Son Travis Minor; Parents Albert and Artie Mae Erickson; Sisters Thelma, Ruth and Roberta. In keeping with Alvin’s wishes cremation has taken place and no formal service is being held. If so desired donations in memory of Alvin may be made to the Al Shamal Shriners Hospital Transportation Fund (14511-142nd Street, Edmonton, AB T6V 1H8) or charity of choice.

Motivational Monday

Over the years people have often commented that it must be hard to work with your husband all day, every day and then go home together. Well we seem to make it work fairly well. We don't always agree but we both compromise (Harry maybe more than me) and in the end work it out. I must admit though that wasn't always the case. Over the years I have noticed that Harry does have a few faults! And this comes as a big surprise to me but he says I have faults too! ... When we were younger the compromising didn't come so easily. It sometimes was a battle of wills. I remember on one occasion when I needed to work more at the funeral home to help out. We used vinyl portfolio bags to put the guest book and cards for funerals in. We put the person's name on it with Dymo tape. Harry put the name in the bottom right hand corner so the next time I did the same. Harry came and pulled the name tape off and put it in the middle. I thought "OK he changed his mind. Fair enough". I made sure to place the name in the middle the next time. Harry came in pulled it off and put it in the in bottom right hand corner. I did not come back to help again for a very loooong time! But over the years we both have mellowed and have come to appreciate each other's strengths and are there to help the other where we are weakest. For example TIME. I am horrible with time. I start talking to someone and get sidetracked. My mother called it the "Gift of the Gab". Harry does not. He talks to people but is extremely conscious of the passing of time. It is one of the main reasons the funerals we conduct start on time. He appreciates the fact that I enjoy visiting with people and am genuinely interested in them but makes sure I don't take too long and slow things down. We have learned to compromise and work together, to present a united front to make sure to give our very best to the families we serve. So yes, we are together a lot. But I think we have found a way to make it work with mutual respect for our strengths and tolerance for our faults.

Renovations are underway. We can not wait to show you the finale!

WE would like to congratulate Karen Selte on her position with Mount Royal University as the instructor for Work Experience 1 for students taking the Funeral Director program. She will be helping students ensuring that they are having a positive experience and offering guidance and support to each of them. Her classes are online with both group and one on one instruction. Karen may have been surprised when she was approached to be the new instructor but we can totally und...erstand why it was offered to her. She is always upbeat and supportive of everyone around her. Karen is dedicated to her chosen profession and her attention to detail is amazing. She goes above and beyond to give each of the families we meet with the best service possible and we know that she will give the same dedication and effort to her position as an instructor. Karen has become a valued member of our WORK FAMILY and we all enjoy working with her but she has also become just FAMILY to us and we couldn’t be happier or more proud that she is being recognized for her abilities beyond our family business or our community. Way to go Karen!!! See more

On Saturday, October 18, 2020 Ralph Sinclair of Lloydminster passed away in Lloydminster, Saskatchewan at the age of 82 years. Ralph leaves behind his Children Roger Sinclair (Twila Neald) of Quappelle, Ron (Angela Gaudry) Sinclair of Lloydminster, Rob Sinclair (Tammy Labine) of Calgary, Brad (Rhonda) Sinclair of Lloydminster; Grandchildren Sherry (Robbie) Bowie, Jillian Sinclair, Daron Sinclair’ Great-Grandchildren Kaia and Addison; Sister Darlene Mitchell of Calgary; Specia...l Friends Donna Bonick, Mike Heil and Albert Foster; as well as all of his extended family. Ralph was predeceased by his Parents Victor and Nora Sinclair; as well as all of his brothers and sisters. Cremation has taken place and due to Covid-19 restrictions a memorial service will be held at a later date. Interment to take place at Punnichy Cemetery, Saskatchewan If so desired donations in memory of Ralph may be made to The Olive Tree (memo: Soup Kitchen/Community Meals) or charity of choice.

On Monday, October 19, 2020 Mr. Edmund Oelke of Islay passed away in the Vermilion Health Centre at the age of 86 years. Edmund is survived by his Sons Robert Oelke and Edward Oelke; Grandchildren Makenna, Hope, Chloe, Kristina, Elijah and Briana; as well as his extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his Wife Elna Oelke; and Parents Adolf and Emily Oelke. In keeping with Edmund’s wishes cremation has taken place and no formal service is being held. ... If so desired donations in memory of Edmund may be made to the charity of choice.

On Monday, October 19, 2020 Mrs. Eugenia Ostropolski passed away peacefully with family by her side in Harvest Home Long Term Care, Vermilion at the age of 81 years. Eugenia will be deeply missed and always loved by her Son Felix Ostropolski of Vermilion; Three Granddaughters Lisa Di Pinto (Fiance Benjamin Grainger), Pamela Di Pinto and Patricia Di Pinto all of Edmonton; as well as her extended family. She was predeceased by her Husband Edward in 2015; Daughter Maureen Di Pi...nto in 2016; Parents Validsof and Stafania Zohowska; Brother Jozefem Joseph; and Sister Bronia (Joseph). A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 27, 2020 at the Catholic Parish of the Holy Name, Vermilion, Alberta Due to Covid-19 restrictions, limited seats are available; we kindly ask that you please RSVP by 12:00 p.m. on Monday October 26, 2020 to reserve your seat. If so desired donations in memory of Eugenia may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or charity of choice. This recording can be found by visiting our webpage at www.creechsfuneralhomes.com, under Eugenia's obituary announcement select webcast.

On Friday, October 16, 2020 Mr. Murray Falcon passed away suddenly at the age of 62 years in Lloydminster, Saskatchewan. Murray will be forever loved and deeply missed by his Children Raelynn Falcon, Dana Falcon (Jayden Henri) and Zachary Falcon all of Lloydminster; Grandson Theodore Henri; Mother Grace Lennox of Lloydminster; Grandmother Edith Rennia Falcon of North Battleford; Siblings Sandra (Jim) Brown, Andria Falasca, Shane (Joan) Falasca, Deirdre (Jason) Prill, Blaine F...alcon and Callie Falcon;Step-Siblings Lyle Lennox (Margaret) and Terry Lennox; as well as numerous aunts, uncles and extended family. Murray was predeceased by his Father Douglas Falcon; Grandfather Herve Falcon; Brothers Scott, Shelby and Sean Falcon; and Step-Father Delbert "Rusty" Lennox. Cremation has taken place and a private family interment is taking place in the Battleford Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be held once the Covid-19 restrictions are lifted. If so desired donations in memory of Murray may be made to the Lloydminster Health Foundation.

You know you are a funeral director when you are colouring eggs for Easter with your four year old daughter and she looks at the egg floating in purple dye and asks "Is it dead yet?"

Renovation underway! We can not wait to reveal the updated space.