Dairy barn, equipment destroyed in Endiang blaze
Tractors and other equipment at the Endiang farm of Dave and Luann Buchwitz were destroyed as fi re ravaged their dairy farm early last Monday morning, Jan. 30.
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An early morning fire last week left much destruction in its wake at the farm of Dave and Luann Buchwitz east of Endiang.
A dairy barn that had been converted to a shop was totally consumed by the fire.
The Byemoor fire department responded first, with backup from the Big Valley and Stettler fire departments.
Although neither the building nor its contents could be saved, the fire was contained and prevented from spreading to the rest of the farmyard and feed stacks. Two tractors, a self-propelled swather, bale shredder, two sets of harness, welding equipment and all Dave’s tools were among the items lost in the blaze.
Our hearts go out to Dave and Luann in their devastating loss.
Get-well wishes go out to Vi Grams, who recently underwent surgery in a Calgary hospital. We wish you a speedy recovery Vi.
Morris and Lorna Schilling and their girls Lorissa, Kourtney and Shayla returned home on Wednesday from a vacation to Orlando, Florida.
Jenna Gutsche was honoured with a bridal shower on Saturday afternoon at the Endiang Hall. The hall was decorated in a Mexican theme, as the wedding will take place in Mexico.
After opening a large assortment of gifts, Jenna expressed her thanks to the ladies for the beautiful gifts and also thanked the ladies who put on the shower. The bride’s hat was a sombrero decorated with the ribbons and bows from the gifts. Jenna passed out little boxes of chocolate mints to all those in attendance that then enjoyed a tasty luncheon.
Jenna will be married to Corey Fischbuch on March 3 at the Mayan Riviera, Mexico.
Be sure to get your tickets soon for the Sweetheart’s Dine and Dance coming up at the Endiang Hall on Feb. 10. Cocktails are at 6 p.m., with supper at 7 p.m. and the dance to follow. Grand prize up for grabs is a $1,500 travel voucher to the destination of the winner’s choice.
For tickets, contact Leanne at 403-579-2288, the Byemoor store at 403-579-3755, or any hall board member.
If anyone has extra copies of Endiang’s history books, Endiang — Our Home and This Was Endiang, that they would be willing to sell, please contact Les at 403-579-2403. There are folks who would like to buy these books. As well, the Stettler Museum is looking for copies.
Blake and Joyce Clausen returned home last Saturday from an enjoyable cruise in the South Caribbean. It was a gift from their children for their upcoming 50th wedding anniversary. They were accompanied by their daughters and some friends.
Lynda Wilkie, Doreen Nixon and Ken Nixon were to Sherwood Park on Sunday for a country music concert by the Alberta Legends. It was supposed to be a Ray Griff concert, but he had to cancel due to serious health issues.
The next potluck supper at the Scapa Hall will be held on Feb. 18 at 6 p.m., with all welcome.
Thought for the Day: A sure sign of growing older is when you realize the volume button also turns to the left.
