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Tricia Joy Preston
Nov 26, 2023
Tricia Joy Preston (nee Urban), a beloved wife, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Cochrane on November 26, 2023. She was born on October 15, 1975, in Weyburn, Saskatchewan. Tricia will always be remembered for her vibrant spirit, warm heart, and unwavering love for her family and friends.Tricia had a zest for life that...
Rebecca (Becky) Peggy Fitzgerald
Nov 19, 2023
It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Rebecca (Becky) Fitzgerald, due to a short illness, on November 19, 2023.
Born April 24, 1984 in Edmonton, Alberta, Becky grew up on an acreage west of Stony Plain, Alberta. She always had to work hard at school but graduated from École Meridian Heights School, Memorial Composite High School,...
Adele "Nama" Dick
Nov 3, 2023
Adele "Nama" DickAugust 20, 1940 Karau, Germany November 3, 2023 Calgary, Alberta
Adele, of Calgary AB, passed away peacefully at 5:00 p.m. on November 3, 2023, after a long and valiant battle with COPD and congestive heart disease. Adele is survived by her three children, Wayne, Sandy and Terry, seven grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren who loved her dearly. She loved knitting,...
Eleanor Amelia Parr
Nov 3, 2023
It is with heartfelt sadness that our beloved Mom passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Friday, November 3, 2023, at the age of 92 years young.
Eleanor is the second youngest of 11 children; she was born in Drumheller, Alberta. Her parents were Harry and Margaret Grant.
Eleanor fondly remembered as “Henner” was predeceased by her loving...
Ronald Bruce Elves
Oct 25, 2023
1957 – 2023
Ronald Bruce Elves was a humble man who thought he didn’t want an obituary.But he deserves a few lines.Ron spent most of his 66 years in Calgary. He was brother to Richard (Leslie) and Joanne (Jeff Wearmouth) and was the fun, silly and creative uncle of Melissa, Brittany, Clay, and Bonnie. Growing up, he was the life...
Kenneth Murray De Gray
Oct 23, 2023
1951-2023Kenneth De Gray was born In Edmonton, Alberta on Nov 18th, 1951 and Passed away peacefully on Oct 23rd, 2023. Kenny was a figure of Cochrane. Found helping down at Cochrane Lions Labour Day rodeo, or Playing crib at the legion and everywhere between. Always down for a good chat or to lend a helping hand to many of his...
Marlene Grace Bulloch
Sep 23, 2023
March 26, 1946 – September 23, 2023It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of Marlene Grace Bulloch on September 23, 2023.Marlene was born March 26, 1946, to George and Blanche Staples in Portage La Prairie Manitoba. She was the youngest of four siblings and was raised on a farm near Oakville Manitoba. She graduated high school in...
Elaine Barbara (Ilsley) Cathcart
Sep 21, 2023
In Loving Memory of Elaine Barbara Cathcart (Ilsley)With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Elaine Barbara Cathcart (Ilsley) on Thursday, September 21, 2023, in Cochrane, Alberta. Her legacy of love and resilience will forever inspire us.Elaine was born December 15, 1934, in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, to Vera and Charles Ilsley. Growing up in a bustling household with seven siblings,...
Stephen “Blair” Thorne
Sep 19, 2023
May 25, 1964 to September 19, 2023It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Blair at the age of 59, he went peacefully with his loving wife Marnie by his side.Blair and Marnie met in Prince George 34 years ago and moved to Kamloops where they were married in 1993 and welcomed their daughter Alex in 1995....
James (Jim) David Lauder
Sep 17, 2023
September 7, 1934 – September 17, 2023Born in Innisfail, Alberta. Died in Cochrane, Alberta. Lots happened in between.He was the second youngest of eight children to Goldie and Tom Lauder.Jim was predeceased by his parents, all seven siblings, one son Troy, grandson Dale, nephews Rod, George, and Doug, and many, many friends.He is survived by his lady, Marva, his daughter...
Nellie Rose Davis
Sep 16, 2023
1940-2023Rose Davis was born in Saskatchewan, July 12, 1940, but moved to Alberta at a very early age and loved Calgary and the surrounding area.She is predeceased by her husband of almost 40 years Hank, and her sisters Lil, Betty & Flo.Rose was known for her happy and loving disposition and will be greatly missed by her three daughters, Debbie,...
Lorrie Leona Irene Owen
Sep 8, 2023
October 5, 1942 – September 8, 2023Lorrie was born in Turner Valley, Alberta to Alvin and Lola Swanson. She was one of four children, Bob Swanson (deceased), Shirley Legare (deceased) and Larry (Donna) Swanson of Chilliwack, BC.Lorrie spent most of her life in Calgary. It was there that she met and married Robert (Robbie/Bob) Owen. They had two children, Michelle...
George Alexander Stainger
Sep 6, 2023
November 25, 1941 – September 6, 2023With sadness we announce that George Alexander Stainger passed away peacefully at the Bethany Care Centre in Cochrane, Alberta at the age of 81 years.George was born in Hudson Bay, Saskatchewan and spent his youth in the Exshaw area with his parents and two brothers, Wes and Charlie. He eventually gained employment in the...
Heather Ann Reynolds (nee Pye)
Sep 3, 2023
1946 (Orillia, Ontario) – 2023 (Cochrane, Alberta)Heather Ann passed away peacefully on September 3, 2023, at Bethany Care Centre in Cochrane, Alberta. Loving mother of Carolee (Bjorn), Robert (Irene) and devoted stepmother of Annette and Rob Roy. Heather Ann was the beloved daughter of the late Gord and Ethel Pye of Orillia, Ontario, the much-loved sister of Gord (Joan) and...
Evelyn “Lyn” Telfer (Née Harrison)
Aug 27, 2023
April 4, 1952 – August 27, 2023On Sunday, August 27th while the summer sun was shining and the birds were singing outside her window, Lyn Telfer passed away peacefully at the age of 71, with her family by her side after a short but very courageous battle with cancer.Lyn was born on April 4th, 1952 in Marathon, Ontario. She met...
William (Bill) Samuel King
Aug 22, 2023
January 13, 1946 – August 22, 2023It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William (Bill) Samuel King on August 22, 2023 after a short battle with cancer. Bill passed peacefully at home with his family by his side.With enduring love Bill and his beloved wife, Hilda (nee Rogers), shared 53 beautiful years of marriage. Their partnership...
Connie Johnson (nee Corbett)
Aug 18, 2023
April 15, 1953 – August 18, 2023 (70 years) of Calgary, Alberta (She/Her)Connie chose to pass peacefully in her home August 18th, 2023, after an admirable battle with Cancer. She was surrounded by her loving husband Edward, her daughter Carly, and her son Ben.Constance “Connie” Corbett started her life in Prince Albert Saskatchewan born to Al and Betty Corbett. Along...
Kevin David Rothery
Aug 1, 2023
May 31, 1963 – August 1, 2023After a courageous 22 month struggle with cancer, Kevin Rothery left us on August 1, 2023. In his last days Kevin was surrounded by his loving family and many friends, all of whom will miss him greatly.Kevin was born in Calgary, Alberta on May 31, 1963 to David & Margaret Rothery (nee Brown). Kevin...
Dennis Earl Fenton
Jul 22, 2023
September 27, 1940 – July 22, 2023With deep sadness we announce that Dennis Fenton passed away peacefully at the Rockyview Hospital in Calgary, AB on July 22, 2023.In his younger years Dennis enjoyed camping and could always be found busy working in his garage, garden or yard. You could always find him at the Cochrane Labour Day Rodeo every year....
Eileen Donelda Daniels (née Anderson)
Jul 16, 2023
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Eileen Daniels, at 93 years of age. She quietly passed in her sleep on July 16, 2023. Eileen is survived by her children: Kelly (Alixe), Tom (Terry), Chris (Jaki), Lisa (David Myers) and Nancy (Wayne Bennett), with a special place in her...
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