Alphonse “Al” Evan Albert Koester

Alphonse “Al” Evan Albert Koester, aged 67 years of Moose Jaw, SK, passed away on Monday, April 10th, 2017, surrounded by his family, after a courageous battle with cancer.  Al was born on November 14th, 1949 in Regina, SK to Jim and Daisy Koester.  He was predeceased by his wife, Joan; parents, Jim and Daisy; and grandson, Seth.  Al is survived by his children, Chris (Tracy) and Lynn (Jeff); grandchildren, Brandon and Julia; sister, Avis; and niece, Lansing (Ian).  Al will be greatly missed by all who were a part of his life and who loved him.  The Funeral Service will be held on Monday, April 17th, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. in Moose Jaw Funeral Home.  Pastor Troy Guderyan will officiate and interment will take place at Rosedale Cemetery.  Flowers are gratefully declined.  As an expression of sympathy, donations in Al’s name may be made to Heartland Hospice Moose Jaw, Box 334, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 4N9.  Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane.  Calvin Gammel, Funeral Director 306-693-4550