The passing of Arlene Dodds, age 47 years, occurred on April 28, 2011 at her home in Loreburn with family and friends by her side.
Arlene was born on January 1, 1964 in Kinistino, Sask. She grew up on a farm near Weldon and attended Elementary school there. Arlene received her High School education in Birch Hills. Following high school, Arlene worked at various jobs including manager of the Marquis Downs Lounge. While working there, she met the love of her life, Glenn Dodds. They were married July 25, 1992. Two years later, Alanna was born and their family was complete.
Arlene loved children so when Alanna was in school, Arlene took an Educational Assistant course and then worked at Loreburn Central School until her passing.
Arlene was an organizer and a leader. She was very involved in the community. She was Superintendent of the United Church Sunday School, President of the UCW, member of the library board and rink board, coach of the girls soccer and softball and actively involved in the figure skating club.
Arlene loved sports. She was an avid fan following Alanna and her nephews’ various sports. She also loved the Roughriders joining friends weekly to watch the games.
Arlene enjoyed crafts, yard work and interior decorating, but her top priority was her family and friends.
Arlene is lovingly remembered by her husband, Glenn; daughter, Alanna; stepdaughters, Candice St. Onge, Michelle Aamodt, Allison Dodds; stepson Michael Dodds; grandchildren, Josh St. Onge, Victoria Fredlund, Alyssa, Hailey and Ethan Dodds; her parents Ernest and Linda Peterson; sisters, Iris (Elmer) Olchewy, Crys Peterson, Janet (Darrel) Wenig; brother, Orlin (Roxanne) Peterson; mother-in-law, Lillian Dodds; sister-in-law, Judy (Les) Langager; brother-in-law, Murray (Leigh) Dodds; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother-in-law, Jim Quick; father-in-law, Mac Dodds and by her grandparent.
The funeral service was held on Sunday, May 3, 2011 at the Bethel Lutheran Church in Elbow, with Pastor David Hesje officiating. Pianist was Shannon Hundeby. Memories were read by Orlin Peterson and Val Hagen. The Powerpoint presentation was by Jay Langager. Ushers were Mark Langager and Josh Peterson. The guest register was attended by Kristen Peterson and Todd Langager.
Interment of cremains was held in the Loreburn Cemetery.
Outlook Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements.
