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Local Obituaries for Cochrane, AB, Southern Alberta, & Surrounding Areas
Emily Lucille Frances Brucks
Oct 21, 2024
Our hearts are broken, mom, grandma, Em stopped hugging us on October 21, 2024. Em passed away peacefully surrounded by family, holding her daughters hand. Along with her hugs we will miss her bigger than life personality, contagious smile, raunchy sense of humor and infinite generosity.
Emily’s number one job in life was taking care of all two and four legged...
Maureen Karen Gourley
Oct 20, 2024
Remembering Maureen Gourley
Maureen Gourley, a cherished Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, and Friend, passed away unexpectedly on October 20th, leaving behind a legacy of love and service.
She is survived by her devoted children, Kevin, Glenda (Carson), Marlene, and Jodi (Jamie), as well as her ten grandchildren, Justin (Susie), Tyler (Clodagh), Steffany, Danielle, Carly, Madison (Humdan), Mikenna, Brenek, Trenton, and Raedyn. Maureen...
Brett Douglas Paul
Oct 18, 2024
Brett Douglas Paul, a beloved brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 18 2024, at the Rockyview Hospital in Calgary, Alberta.
Brett was born on September 15, 1961 in Perth, Ontario to Wilmer and Margaret Paul. He was raised in Lanark, Ontario, moving to Calgary in 1982, where he continued to make many life-long friends.
Brett dedicated many years of...
Christina "Tina" Rosalie Kuchtyn
Sep 21, 2024
It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved mother, grandmother (Gran), great-grandmother (Granny), and friend, Christina “Tina” Kuchtyn of Cochrane, AB. Tina passed away peacefully on September 21, 2024, at the age of 86, surrounded by her family. She was predeceased by her husband, Bruno Kuchtyn, her parents, Alphonsus and Annie Frerot, her brother,...
Harold Glenn Congram
Sep 20, 2024
With great sadness we have said goodbye to a fiercely loving husband, father and friend, Harold Glenn Congram. Glenn passed away peacefully with his family holding his hands on the morning of September 20, 2024.
Born November 8, 1948, Glenn is predeceased by his parents Eric and Annie, sister Gail and brother Ross. Glenn shared great stories of growing up in...
Denis Murphy
Sep 18, 2024
Denis Murphy was born June 20th, 1954 in Grange Killavullen, County Cork, Ireland. He passed over on September 18, 2024.
Denis and his beloved wife Sheila Deborah (Debs) Murphy, nee Ryan, arrived in Canada 35 years ago and have been residents of Cochrane, Alberta for 25 years.
Denis is survived by his beloved daughters, Sarah Murphy (Ian George) and their 3 children,...
Agnes Vandermark (née Rankin)
Sep 15, 2024
Agnes Vandermark (née Rankin), beloved wife of the late Charles Vandermark passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at the age of 97 years.
She was born in Trochu Alberta moving to numerous towns including Vulcan, Black Diamond and Aldersyde eventually settling in Calgary and graduating from Western Canada High School. Agnes’s skilled shorthand landed her a job working for the...
Lorne Wilfred Summerhays
Sep 5, 2024
With broken hearts we announce that our beloved Husband, Father and Grandfather, passed away in Cochrane, AB at the age of 76 years.
Lorne will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 52 years, Donna; his son Darin Summerhays; his daughters Lesley DeGagne (Jeremy) and Jeannie (William) Summerhays; his grandchildren, Jordyn and Cassidy Summerhays, Brayden DeGagne, and Skyla Summerhays; his...
Lawrence "Larry" Douglas Anderson
Aug 30, 2024
Captain Lawrence “Larry” Anderson, died peacefully in Bow View Manor on August 30, 2024 in Calgary, Alberta at the age of 81.
Larry was born on October 11, 1942 in Calgary and spent his entire life in the city. Larry is survived by his wife Karen of 53 years, his daughters Chandra and Cheryl, his son in law Melvin and his...
Thomas Robert (Bob) Thomas
Aug 27, 2024
Bob Thomas passed away quickly and peacefully at home on August 27 at the age of 92 years. Family members were fortunate and grateful to share their good-byes with Bob, Dad or Grandpa during the last few days of his life.
Bob was born in Hardisty, Alberta. His parents, Tom Thomas and Edna Bertina Lyseng, and sister, Joyce soon settled on...
Victor Samuel McAllister
Aug 24, 2024
Victor made his last and final ride on the morning of August 24th.
In his younger years he was a mechanic and auctioneer. Later in life he took his license to become a stylist and barber. This career lasted 38 years. Victor’s proudest memory at this career was that he was able to donate his time and skills at the women’s...
Charles William (Bill) Hodgson
Aug 20, 2024
Bill Hodgson passed away on August 20, 2024 at Agape Hospice after a courageous battle with lung cancer at the age of 82.95 years.
Bill was born in Saskatoon, SK to Dr. Roy Ollen Hodgson and Isabelle Sophia (McGillivary) Hodgson. He grew up in a loving home with two doting sisters, Barbara Ann and Mary Lou. Bill spent his first 22...
Stephen John Clarke
Aug 13, 2024
Following a lengthy battle with cancer, Stephen (Steve) John Clarke of Cochrane passed away peacefully on August 13th at the age of 74 years.
A beloved husband to Vicky for over 50 years and loving father to daughter Coby, Steve retired from Shell Canada in 2005. He was a golf enthusiast who loved working in the yard, maintaining vehicles and spending...
Aileen Ruth Copithorne
Aug 11, 2024
Aileen Copithorne, our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family, who all lived close by and lovingly visited as often as possible.
Aileen was a lifelong Cochranite. In her early years she spent considerable time at the Beynon-Davies dairy farm (the Brickyard) which was situated in what is now the Cochrane Ranch. She...
Melba Florence Copithorne
Aug 10, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Melba Copithorne on August 10, 2024, at the age of 93. Melba was born on June 25, 1931, on the farm north of Cut Knife, SK. After high school, she headed west to Calgary to work as a nanny for her older sister Faith. Melba loved the prairie landscapes...
Mavis Zawalonyj
Aug 4, 2024
Mavis was born in Kirkby-In-Ashfield, Notts, England, the only child of Fred Wright and Amie (nee Parsons). She spent a happy childhood in the country surrounding by her large extended family. Mavis met her beloved husband Joe and had their daughter Tia before emigrating to Canada in 1966.
Mavis spent the majority of her career in the fashion industry. She finished...
Barbara Joyce Morgan
Jul 28, 2024
We are saddened to announce the passing of our dear Barbara Joyce Morgan on July 28th, 2024, at her home in Cochrane Alberta. Barb passed at 75 years of age after a short battle with cancer. Although she will be missed by her loved ones, we are comforted to know she is in the presence of her Lord and Saviour...
Jeffrey Keith May
Jul 25, 2024
Jeffrey Keith May currently of Calgary Alberta (Water Valley) passed away suddenly on Thursday July 25, 2024, at the age of 45. Jeff was born to Maxine Blankert and Ron (Dillion) May on June 26, 1979, in Calgary Alberta.
Jeff had a zest for life like no other. He passionately helped all those around him that he loved dearly. Jeff could...
Matthew Walter Cheadle
Jul 23, 2024
Matthew Walter Cheadle, born on February 27, 1953, in Fort William Ontario, passed away unexpectedly on July 23 2024, in Calgary, Alberta. His unexpected passing has left a profound sadness among his loved ones.
Matt had two great loves, animals and music. He volunteered for many years at the Cochrane Humane Society, giving his love to the lost and lonely animals...
Diane Marie Gauthier
Jul 4, 2024
Diane passed away peacefully in the Canmore hospital on July 4, 2024, at the age of 77, with her loving daughter by her side.
She was born on October 12, 1946 in Edmonton, Alberta. Diane was a hardworking lady all of her life. She loved to garden and enjoyed going to bingo with her sister Eileen.
Diane’s zest for life diminished after...
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