ELLYS BERT PIEPGRASS
Bert Piepgrass, beloved husband of Elaine Stringam Piepgrass passed away in the Chinook Hospital in Lethbridge, Alberta. They were married 56 years. He is also survived by his 7 children as well as a few foster children, whom he loved very much. His daughters are Karen, Michelle, Nicole, and Ruby. His second daughter Linda died leaving her daughter, Tima, to join the family. His sons are Briant, Ammon, and John. Besides Tima his grandchildren are Benjamin, Azure, Jazmine, Alloria, Jacob, Lyssandra, Jackson, Abigail, Sydney, Emily, Megan, Alexandria, Samantha, Lukas and Jared.
Bert was born 5 November 1941 (Guy Fawkes Day before Pearl Harbour). He graduated from Raymond High School, and attended the University of Alberta in Edmonton. He served in the COTC program and was proud to be a Canadian and to learn how to protect his country. His service in the military was interrupted by a mission to Australia, which he served from 1960 – 1962. He then proceeded to complete a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and a Master of Science in Structures at the University of Alberta, followed by a M Sc in Business Administration from McGill.
Bert worked in Saskatchewan and B.C. As a member of a survey team, helping in the building of spur lines for CP rail. He also worked a summer for a computer service office in Edmonton, an experience that eventually led to his forming and managing a company devoted to developing computer software.
Bert moved from Calgary to Cardston to be closer to his ailing father, and stayed because he loved serving in the Family History Center and the Cardston Temple. He served a mission to South Africa with his wife, helping graduating High School students apply for post secondary courses in local universities, colleges, and trade schools. At the end of his stay in Africa, he also helped local students who wanted to learn on-line at BYU Idaho. On returning home, he dedicated himself to helping friends and neighbors. He also helped to share his appreciation for Cardston by acting as a community ambassador, helping in the Cardston & District Historical Society, and driving for meals on wheels. He was awarded a Cardston Citizen of the year award in 2018. He also spent many hours as a volunteer working in Waterton National Park. Throughout his life, Bert demonstrated his commitment and dedication to his family, community, and Jesus.
His family is gathering to the Legacy Funeral Home in Cardston this Sunday Oct 3 from 6 pm to 7 pm so they can meet with friends and extended family from 7 to 8 pm. There will be a graveside service at the Cardston Cemetery Monday Oct 4 at 11:00 a.m. prior to his burial.
Bert Piepgrass, beloved husband of Elaine Stringam Piepgrass passed away in the Chinook Hospital in Lethbridge, Alberta. They were married 56 years. He is also survived by his 7 children as well as a few foster children, whom he loved very much. His daughters are Karen, Michelle, Nicole, and Ruby. His second daughter Linda died leaving her daughter, Tima, to join the family. His sons are Briant, Ammon, and John. Besides Tima his grandchildren are Benjamin, Azure, Jazmine, Alloria, Jacob, Lyssandra, Jackson, Abigail, Sydney, Emily, Megan, Alexandria, Samantha, Lukas and Jared.
Bert was born 5 November 1941 (Guy Fawkes Day before Pearl Harbour). He graduated from Raymond High School, and attended the University of Alberta in Edmonton. He served in the COTC program and was proud to be a Canadian and to learn how to protect his country. His service in the military was interrupted by a mission to Australia, which he served from 1960 – 1962. He then proceeded to complete a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and a Master of Science in Structures at the University of Alberta, followed by a M Sc in Business Administration from McGill.
Bert worked in Saskatchewan and B.C. As a member of a survey team, helping in the building of spur lines for CP rail. He also worked a summer for a computer service office in Edmonton, an experience that eventually led to his forming and managing a company devoted to developing computer software.
Bert moved from Calgary to Cardston to be closer to his ailing father, and stayed because he loved serving in the Family History Center and the Cardston Temple. He served a mission to South Africa with his wife, helping graduating High School students apply for post secondary courses in local universities, colleges, and trade schools. At the end of his stay in Africa, he also helped local students who wanted to learn on-line at BYU Idaho. On returning home, he dedicated himself to helping friends and neighbors. He also helped to share his appreciation for Cardston by acting as a community ambassador, helping in the Cardston & District Historical Society, and driving for meals on wheels. He was awarded a Cardston Citizen of the year award in 2018. He also spent many hours as a volunteer working in Waterton National Park. Throughout his life, Bert demonstrated his commitment and dedication to his family, community, and Jesus.
His family is gathering to the Legacy Funeral Home in Cardston this Sunday Oct 3 from 6 pm to 7 pm so they can meet with friends and extended family from 7 to 8 pm. There will be a graveside service at the Cardston Cemetery Monday Oct 4 at 11:00 a.m. prior to his burial.