It is with great sadness, that we announce the passing of Mrs. Viola Evelyn Wells at Bethany Sylvan Lake, Sylvan Lake, Alberta on Friday, April 15, 2016 at the age of 86 years. Viola was born on May 16, 1929 to Sander and Vera Ottas at Edam, Saskatchewan. She was raised on the family farm along with her brother, David. In later years, she married Allan Mattila of Livelong, Saskatchewan and then moved to British Columbia, where Allan worked on several highway construction programs. Eventually, Viola moved to Alberta with her children to start a new life. She met Norman Wells, a farmer of the Red Deer area, and they later married in 1964. The couple relocated to a farm in the Eckville area from 1966 until her passing. Viola was a bus driver for twenty-two years and taught and played music on occasions for many years. Her hobbies included wood working and leather work. Viola will be lovingly remembered by her son, Don (Joan) Mattila of Eckville, Alberta, her granddaughter, Melanie (Jeff) and her grandson, Ryan. She will also be sadly missed by her brother, David (Marion) of Edam, Saskatchewan and their two children, Corine and Glen; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and dear friends. Viola was predeceased by her second husband, Norman in 1994 and a daughter, Alana in 2008. At Viola’s request, no formal service will be held. Cremation entrusted to the Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, Red Deer, Alberta. Interment will take place at the Benalto Cemetery, Benalto, Alberta at a later date. If desired, Memorial Donations in Viola’s honor may be made directly to a charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com. Arrangements in care of Ashley Paton, Funeral Director at Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, 6287 – 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040.