It is with deep sadness that we report
the passing of Lorne R. Vanderford in Edmonton on November 14,
1991
at the age of 45 years, following a lengthy illness.
Lorne was born in Berwyn and grew up and attended school in
Spirit River. He subsequently attended the Southern Alberta
Institute of Technology and received a diploma in survey
technology in
1966.
Lorne commenced employment with Walker Newby & Associates Ltd.
of Edmonton where he articled to R.J.
Fulton, ALS and G.C. Walker,
ALS until
1970
when he received his Alberta Land Surveyor commission.
He continued employment with Walker, Newby until
1974
when he joined Coordinate Surveys Ltd. of Edmonton. He managed
Coordinate's Ft. McMurray office for four years and returned to
Edmonton in
1979
serving as project manager and officer of the company until his
death. During this period, Lorne obtained his Canada Lands
Surveyor commission and maintained membership in the Canadian
Institute of Surveying and Mapping. He was also a member of many
Association committees over the years and made a significant
contribution to them.
Lorne had numerous hobbies including woodworking, boating, and
computer technology. He was always willing to impart his
knowledge to others in these areas and offer assistance to his
friends and colleagues when requested. Lorne possessed strong
principles and never sacrificed his professional integrity to
benefit outside secondary interests.
Lorne Vanderford will be sadly missed by his family, friends and
fellow employees.
