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Walter N. Friesen
May 2, 2015
October 5, 1934 – May 2, 2015It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Walter Friesen on May 2, 2015 at the age of 80 years. Walter was born in Swift Current, Saskatchewan, but lived most of his life in the Cremona / Water Valley area. Walter was predeceased in 2005 by his loving wife of 48...
Clarence Frederick Aitkens
Apr 15, 2015
February 8, 1935 – April 15, 2015It is with solemn spirit that the family of Clarence Aitkens informs you of his passing to new life during the early morning of April 15. He passed with peace and dignity; there was no suffering.Clarence is survived by his brother; Burpee Aitkens (Colleen Kelly) of Kelowna BC, four sisters; Juanita Bradley of Nepean,...
Landan William Gerald Meggeson
Apr 14, 2015
January 10, 1990 – April 14, 2015Landan was born in Calgary, Alberta to Sheryl Anne Meggeson and is the greatest gift God could have ever given to her. He is survived by his Mom, his Grandfather, William Gerald (Gerry) Meggeson, his aunt and uncle Debbie and Alan Fenton, his cousins Karla, and Michael Fenton and many relatives both near and...
William James “Bill” Bunn
Apr 10, 2015
March 18, 1941 – April 10, 2015It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Bill Bunn on Friday, April 10, 2015 at 74 years of age. He was predeceased by his wife, Mary and father Bill.Bill is lovingly remembered by his mother, Pearl, sons; Jim (Paula), Rod (Cheryl), and Chris (Marie), six grandchildren: Mark, Wes, Ellen, Jeff,...
Gloria May (Nee Dunn) Ferguson
Apr 8, 2015
March 24, 1955 – April 8, 2015Gloria May Ferguson passed away in Cochrane on Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at home with her husband Doug, sister Pat and family by her side.She grew up in Edmonton and spent numerous summers at her grandparent’s farm; she loved feeding the animals and sitting with her grandma.After moving from Edmonton, Swan Hills and Valleyview,...
J. Garry May
Apr 8, 2015
September 6, 1941 – April 8, 2015James Garry May passed away in Cochrane, Alberta on Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at 73 years of age. He was born in Kindersley, Saskatchewan on September 6, 1941, the fourth and youngest son in the family.Garry bought grain for U.G.G. at Mantario and Landis Saskatchewan for over 36 years. In 1997 he retired to...
Bruce Owen Fowler
Mar 29, 2015
October 5, 1938 – March 29, 2015Bruce passed away with his family by his side on Sunday, March 29, 2015. He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 55 years, Sharron, his children: Lorene ( Ken ) Crosby, Cheryl ( James ) Strauss and Lee ( Lacey ); five grandchildren: T.J., Stacy, Tanner, Quinn and Morganne; Bruce is also survived...
David Andrew Evans
Mar 22, 2015
May 17, 1930 – March 22, 2015David passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2015 at 84 years of age. He is lovingly remembered by his wife Nora of 62 years, his children; Pat Arbuckle (Allen), Linda Chapin (Gerald), Cindy Evans (Rick Bergland), Wendy Roy (Danny), and Ted Evans (Jolayne), 11 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. David is also survived by...
John Schellenberg
Mar 21, 2015
November 14, 1931 – March 21, 2015Surrounded by his family, John Schellenberg of Calgary, AB passed away at the age of 83, on Saturday, March 21, 2015.John was born on November 14, 1931, in Coaldale, AB, and grew up on a farm north of the town. In 1951, John’s faith led him to attend the Mennonite Bible Institute in Didsbury,...
Nick Vaccaro
Mar 18, 2015
July 19, 1975 – March 18, 2015It is with great sadness that weannounce the passing of Nick onMarch 18th. He was a husband, father, brother,son and friend, born and raised in Calgary. Hewas a strong and dedicated man, who loved andcherished his family and friends. He was passionate,honest, energetic and most of all, full of life.From a very young age,...
Elizabeth Jane Peters
Mar 15, 2015
September 4, 1924 – March 15, 2015Betty was born in Greenwood, B.C. and grew up with 3 brothers and 2 sisters on a farm in the Okanagan, Betty passed away at 90 and a half years of age. She was married in 1945 to Gilbert Peters. They lived in Swift Current until Gilbert joined the Air Force in 1950, from...
Heather Jean Dauphinee
Mar 14, 2015
May 23, 1980 – March 14, 2015Heather Jean, 34, of Airdrie, passed away peacefully Saturday, March 14, 2015. Heather, the daughter of the late Victor Dauphinee and Carlann Dauphinee, was born in High River AB and raised in Okotoks and Calgary. Heather most recently was employed as a Service Dispatch Supervisor at Trail Appliances.Heather will be remembered by her family...
Henry Donahue
Mar 9, 2015
March 31, 1939 – March 9, 2015Henry passed away suddenly on Monday, March 9, 2015 at the age of 75 years. Henry is survived by his wife Rita, daughters; Debora and son in law Daniel, Carrie and son in law Ross, Deanne and son in law Brad, Vivian, Raquel and son in law Warren and, Jerri; as well as thirteen...
Merinda Flora (Nee Racicot) Talbot
Mar 6, 2015
May 27, 1939 – March 6, 2015Born in Montreal, Quebec, Passed away in Calgary, AlbertaMerinda Talbot passed away peaceful Friday, March 6, 2015 at the age of 75 years. She is survived by her husband Sherman, two brothers; Bruce (Nancy) and Neil (Vi) Racicot and numerous family and friends in Ontario and Quebec. A family service will be held at...
Grace Kay Bobey
Mar 5, 2015
February 24, 1931 – March 5, 2015Grace Bobey was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, on February 24, 1931. At the age of 9 months she moved with her newly widowed mother to Edmonton, Alberta where she lived close to extended family her entire life. Grace graduated from the University of Alberta BSc Nursing program in 1953 and dedicated her life...
Christina Mackay
Jan 23, 2015
August 8, 1925 – January 23, 2015Christina MacKay of Cochrane, Alberta passed away on January 23, 2015, at the age of 89, but her larger than life persona will not be forgotten.Christina was born in Wishaw, Scotland on August 8th, 1925. After being swept off her feet by a Canadian soldier named James MacKay, she landed in Canada at Pier...
Richard Arthur Dickson
Jan 21, 2015
March 6, 1927 – January 21, 2015Richard Dickson, loving husband of Grace (Degn), father of Rick (Deb Bridge) and Ron (Wendy Wisman), and grandfather of Michael and Thor (Sandra Morin), died peacefully surrounded by family at Chinook Hospice on January 21, 2015. Richard is also survived by his younger sister Jean Hesse, her three children and their spouses, and several...
Nellie May (Arbuckle) Dinnebier
Jan 16, 2015
July 23, 1923 – January 16, 2015It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, Nellie. She will be remembered by her children; Valerie (Dwight) Heffernan, Carol (Alex) Wieshlow, Glenn (Evelyn) Arbuckle. She will also be dearly missed by sister, Joy Bush of England, four grandchildren; Kari-Ann, Tracey, Jaime, and Kaila as well six great...
Helen (Nee Chalmers) English
Jan 14, 2015
June 12, 1929 – January 14, 2015Helen will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Ronald. Her greatest joys were her three children and will be very dearly missed by, Wesley (Julie), Stacey (Joe) and Leesa (Terry). Helen’s career led her to become an RN Head Nurse (surgical) at the General Hospital in Calgary. Helen retired to become a Homemaker. Helen...
Edward Joseph Schmidt
Dec 11, 2014
August 22, 1934 – December 11, 2014It is with great sadness that we announce Ed’s passing on December 11, 2014 at 80 years of age. He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 54 years, Joyce, and their sons, Todd, Brent (Sheri), and Trevor (Mona) and his special grandchildren; Cole, Madi, Morgan, and Kieran.Ed is survived by sisters; Kate, Evelyn,...
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