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Kevin Allen Bosch
Jan 12, 2021
June 11, 1962 – January 12, 2021With sadness we announce that Kevin Allen Bosch passed away very suddenly at the age of 58 years. Kevin worked for Westjet Airlines as an aircraft mechanic for several years and then got involved with horses, which he loved.Kev leaves to mourn, his mother Marjorie of Cochrane, his brother Richard of Cochrane, and brother...
Marisa Rosati
Jan 8, 2021
January 2, 1958 – January 8, 2021Marisa Rosati, 63, passed away on 8 January 2021 in Bragg Creek.Marisa was born in Roccamorice, Italy to Donato and Rosalia on 2 January 1958. At the age of three, her family emigrated to Canada in 1961, settling in Hamilton, Ontario. She spent her childhood exploring the creek and grassland beside her parents’ house....
Gordon Allan Fofonoff
Jan 8, 2021
July 1, 1946 – January 8, 2021Beloved husband, father and grandfather, Gordon Allan Fofonoff passed away peacefully January 8th, 2021.He was a strong, silent type that never looked for praises or would boast. He worked hard and quietly for those he loved.He seldom spoke of his dreams, his wants were very few, and most of the time his worries went...
Carol Jeanette Ellefson
Jan 7, 2021
March 22, 1931 – January 7, 2021Carol Jeanette Ellefson ObituaryOn Thursday, January 7th, 2021, Carol Jeanette Ellefson passed away peacefully at 89 years of age.Carol is survived by her 3 children – Arlys Juhn (husband Helmut), Joanne Ertman (husband Morris), and Stephen Ellefson (wife Tara); grandchildren Jeremy Garrick, Luke Ertman (wife Trina), Holly Panisiak (husband Curt), Jesse Ertman, Kalen Ellefson,...
Graham Ronald Blaikie
Jan 6, 2021
October 23, 1966 – January 6, 2021Our beloved Graham…Graham devoted the past twenty years of his life to the family that we built together; He was the best husband and father, having him with us was the motive that make us live… He kept us going trying to achieve the goals, objectives, and dreams that we had together. He was...
Louie “Karl” Berg
Jan 3, 2021
April 29, 1936 – January 3, 2021Louie “Karl” Berg was born April 29, 1936 as a first generation Canadian in Cereal AB, to Helen “Molly” & Louie Berg. He spent his early years growing up on the family farm with his younger siblings Harington & Peggy near Sedalia, Alberta. During his youth he travelled with the Air Cadets and attended...
Robert William “Bob” Dick
Dec 31, 2020
July 13, 1933 Tees, AlbertaDecember 31, 2020 Calgary, AlbertaBob, of Cochrane AB, passed away peacefully at 5:10 p.m. on December 31, 2020, after a long and valiant battle with COPD. Bob is survived by his wife, Adele Dick; three children, Wayne, Sandy, and Terry; seven grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren who loved him dearly. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, hiking,...
Sylvia June Eliuk
Dec 29, 2020
June 1, 1939 – December 29, 2020Our Mom and Baba passed away on December 29, 2020.She was born in Canmore on June 1st1939 to parents Joseph and Anne Cherak. Growing up in a coal mining town was tough, but especially so when her father passed away when she was 10 and her sister Margaret was 5. As a result, Sylvia...
Harvey Hogarth
Dec 29, 2020
August 8, 1936 – December 29, 2020Harvey “Harv” Hogarth passed away on December 29, 2020 at AgeCare Skypointe Hospice in Calgary at the age of 84 years.Harv was born to parents, Violet and Harvey Hogarth on August 8, 1936 in Cochrane Alberta. Harv lived his whole life in Cochrane and was very much part of the fabric that made up...
Margaret “Peggy” Alice Ashton
Dec 28, 2020
May 8, 1942 – December 28, 2020Peggy Ashton, age 78, passed away December 28, 2020 due to long term health complications. Peggy was born on May 8, 1942 at Fort Erie, Ontario to Jack and Elsie Shedden and was raised in Orillia, Ontario. Peggy married the love of her life, Ken Ashton, on October 8, 1966 and they soon created...
Arlene Mary Sabo
Dec 27, 2020
November 29, 1962 – December 27, 2020It is with great sadness we announce that our beloved one passed away peacefully on Sunday December 27th, 2020 in Cochrane AB at the tender age of 58 years young with her loving family at her side.Arlene will be remembered for her positive take on life, her infectious smile, her free and easy spirit,...
James Joseph Granton
Dec 25, 2020
January 19, 1960 – December 25, 2020Born in Brockville, Ontario, James spent his childhood wandering the colorful valley of the St Lawrence river with his family and friends exploring the rich history of the region, spending many a day in the creeks and woods lining the riverbanks. Upon graduation James would spend time in Kingston pursuing further academic studies. Seeking...
Lorraine Joy (Nee Allan) Miles
Dec 21, 2020
November 1, 1950 – December 21, 2020Lorraine died peacefully at home with her family, after a brief battle with cancer. She was predeceased by her parents, Muriel and William Allan, and two of her brothers, Bill and Bob. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Bob; her daughter Lisa (Steve) Gilchrist; her son Robbie Miles; and two wonderful...
Ray Stewart Martin
Dec 17, 2020
January 30, 1919 – December 17, 2020Ray Stewart Martin left us on Thursday, December 17, 2020 at 101 years of age. A life truly well-lived.Ray was born on January 30, 1919 at Cabri, Saskatchewan. He was the middle child of Bruce William Martin and Milesa Pearl Walker, having an older brother Les (Lila) and a younger sister Norma (Earl Watson)....
Maureen Dawn Hupkes
Dec 9, 2020
December 1, 1952 – December 9, 2020It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Maureen Dawn Hupkes on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 in Calgary, Alberta, at the age of 68.Maureen was born in Calgary, Alberta and lived for many years in Cochrane, Alberta. She really enjoyed going for drives and having visits with family members. She loved Christmas,...
Peter Epp
Dec 5, 2020
June 2, 1930 – December 5, 2020With sadness we announce that Peter passed away in Calgary, AB at the age of 90 years. Peter spent almost all of his life in Calgary. He was educated at Central High School and The University of Alberta in Edmonton. He graduated in 1953, having earned a degree in Civil Engineering. While at the...
Paul Johnathon Elkin
Nov 28, 2020
August 14, 1942 – November 28, 2020It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather & Great-Grandfather. Paul passed away peacefully at the age of 78.Paul will be greatly missed by his wife Hazel of 55 years; three children, Allan (Betty) Elkin, Wendy Walker, and Matthew (Leslie) Elkin; fourteen grandchildren, Amanda, Jordon (Brooke),...
Hendrina (Henny) Cornelia Skelton
Nov 23, 2020
October 15, 1934 – November 23, 2020Hendrina (Henny) Skelton was born in Rotterdam, Holland on October 15, 1934 and passed away November 23, 2020 in Calgary, AB.She will be greatly missed by her daughters Kitty (Ron) Kehler and Sissy (Jeff) Avery; her grandchildren Rina (Julian) Cardinal, Tami Schuit, Terra (Stacey) Theberge, and Cole Avery; her great grandchildren Tristan, Colbie, Jakob...
Julian Monrose
Nov 12, 2020
February 2, 1961 – November 12, 2020Celebrating the life of Julian MonroseJulian Monrose, 59, of Cochrane, Alberta died peacefully on Thursday, November 12, 2020 in his home after a long and hard battle. He was born Thursday Feb 2, 1961 in Laborie, St-Lucia to Mary and Michael Monrose. He immigrated to Canada in 1974, raised in Ottawa, Ontario but later...
Mervyn Dudley Giles
Nov 10, 2020
May 5, 1935 – November 10, 2020It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Mervyn Giles of Cochrane.Merv was born May 5, 1935 to Jack and Jessie Giles of Shepard, AB. Merv had 3 brothers and 3 sisters. He attended Shepard school until grade 9. Merv went to High School at Western where he met the love of...
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