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Anne Wiens
Dec 10, 2014
January 9, 1931 – December 10, 2014Anne passed away on Wednesday, December 10th, at the age of 83. She is survived by her loving husband Rudy, and their 5 children; Charlotte Mikalson, Janet (Randy) Penner, Randy (Dawn) Wiens, Trevor (Brenda) Wiens, Suzanne (Randal) Nickel, and 10 grandchildren as well as a circle of other relatives and friends.A Funeral Service will...
Edward Stanley “Ted” Peterson
Dec 8, 2014
June 20, 1933 – December 8, 2014It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edward (Ted) Peterson. Ted was born in Calgary on June 20, 1933. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years Jimmie, daughters Dawn Nash (Michael Jeffrey), Kelly Medd and Patti (Ken) Faulkner. He was the proud grandpa to Kaylyn Demyen, Jared...
Karel Sedlecky
Dec 6, 2014
February 21, 1964 – December 6, 2014With sorrowful hearts, we announce that Karel Sedlecky, age 50, of Cochrane, Alberta, was taken from us suddenly on Saturday, December 6, 2014, at 6:20 pm, in Cochrane, Alberta.Karel was born in Decin, Czechoslovakia (present day Czech Republic), on February 21, 1964, to Alena Sedlecka and Karel Sedlecky. Karel was married to Karen on...
Heather Lee Ross
Dec 4, 2014
October 7, 1956 – December 4, 2014Heather Lee Ross passed away suddenly on Thursday, December 4th at the Foothills Hospital Calgary surrounded by her family. Heather was born on October 7, 1956 in Edmonton and adopted by her loving parents, Howard and Sonia Ross of Calgary.Heather is survived by her son Jason Ross, her mother Sonia Ross, her brother Michael...
Kerry Rhindress Hunt
Nov 28, 2014
April 16, 1963 – November 28, 2014Born on April 16, 1963 in Summerside, PEI into an air force family, Kerry spent his younger years in Moose Jaw, graduating from Riverview Collegiate in 1981. He attended art school at Grant McEwan College in Edmonton, lived in BC for a time, and settled in Cochrane, where he called home. Kerry struggled with...
Fred Theodore Johnson
Nov 24, 2014
November 13, 1945 – November 24, 2014With profound sadness, his family announces the sudden passing of Fred Theodore Johnson at the age of 69. Born Nov 13, 1945 in Wetaskiwin, Alberta, he passed away Nov 24, 2014 in Cochrane, Alberta. Lovingly remembered by Gloria, his wife of 47 years, his children Bill (Kim) Johnson of Cochrane and Debbie (Jim) Scott...
Eleanor Rushworth
Nov 16, 2014
February 20, 1917 – November 16, 2014Eleanor Rushworth passed away on Sunday, November 16th, at the age of 97. She was predeceased by her husband, Roy Rushworth, parents (Mary and Patrick Will, pioneers who came to Alberta from Scotland), first husband, Leslie Gush in 1982, and brother, John Will.Over the years, Eleanor was an active member in the Calgary community...
Dr. Stephen F. Stephens
Nov 14, 2014
August 23, 1944 – November 14, 2014It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Stephen F. Edwards, a much-loved husband, and father on November 14, 2014. He passed away at the Rockyview General Hospital with his wife and daughter by his side, at 70 years of age. Stephen was born in Wichita Falls, Texas, and went...
Dr. John Joseph O’Gorman
Oct 27, 2014
March 21, 1927 – October 27, 2014With great sadness, the family announces the passing of Dr. John O’Gorman, a much-loved husband, father and grandfather on October 27, 2014. He passed away at home with his family by his side. John was born in County Limerick, Ireland and went on to graduate from the National University of Ireland and Liverpool University...
Ruby Mabel Koller
Oct 17, 2014
May 8, 1927 – October 17, 2014Ruby Koller passed away October 17, 2014. She will be greatly missed and remembered by her son Darrel Koller, Daughter-In-Law Pauline Koller & George Vigneault, 3 Grandchildren; Genene & Craig Sholdice of Calgary, Jenna Koller of Calgary, Kyle and Pam Koller of Sylvan Lake, 4 Great Grandchildren; Jaylan, Tristen, Austin and Brooklynn, as well...
Alexander Duncan Leslie
Oct 1, 2014
September 12, 1931 – October 1, 2014Born in Keith, ScotlandAlexander Leslie, beloved husband of Carolyn Leslie for 53 years passed away peacefully on October 1, 2014 in Calgary, Alberta.He was an avid reader and dedicated family man. Alexander is lovingly remembered by his wife Carolyn, son Allan, daughter Debi Busse (Greg) and granddaughter Melissa Steinhauer (Dave). Other loving family members...
Jason (Brian) Foteau
Sep 30, 2014
August 1, 1949 – September 30, 2014Jason was born John A. Kemp on August 1, 1949 in Saint John, New Brunswick. He passed away on September 30, 2014 in Calgary, Alberta at 65 years of age. Jason is lovingly remembered by his wife Judy Aasen, mother Mary Gray, brother Randy ( Grace ) Kemp and sister Heather ( John )...
Darryl David Klassen
Sep 13, 2014
April 8, 1961 – September 13, 2014It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Darryl Klassen. Darryl is lovingly remembered by his mother Elsie Klassen, brothers Randy (Kelly) and Gary (Linda) Klassen, and son Michael Armstrong. Darryl is also survived by his nieces and nephews: Jason Copeland and Karis, Derrick (Wendy), Kristin, Kevin and Kyle Klassen,...
Christopher Todd Montgomery
Sep 13, 2014
April 17, 1973 – September 13, 2014Christopher was born in Edmonton, he then eventually moved to Calgary with his family. He loved the farm life and being in the country. He was a hard working guy who loved Johnny Cash and rock n’ roll. He was a self professed redneck and a true Albertan. He will be loved and missed...
Mae Christine (Nee Hawkins) Iverson
Aug 30, 2014
February 16, 1935 – August 30, 2014It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our Mom, Grandma, Sister and Friend. She was born and raised in Calgary residing in Cochrane, AB.Mae passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 30, 2014 at Agape Hospice, Calgary surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with cancer. She had a tremendous...
Scott Daniel Klassen
Aug 22, 2014
September 20, 1994 – August 22, 2014It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our son Scott on Friday, August 22, 2014 at 19 years of age. Scott is lovingly remembered by his parents Randy and Kelly, sisters Karis and Kristin, grandparents Herman and Irene Epp, and Elsie Klassen, his aunts and uncles: Troy and Kim...
Alina Loj
Aug 9, 2014
May 1, 1923 – August 9, 2014Alina passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 9, 2014 at 91 years of age. She will be lovingly remembered by those she loved and cared for most, her children; Ludmila (Andrzej) Lewinski, Alice (Andrew) Borowski, and Irek (Joanna), six grandchildren, and seven great grandchildren as well as a large circle of other relatives and...
– Norris – Cox Samantha Grace Shier
Jul 24, 2014
July 24, 2014 – July 24, 2014Our dearest Samantha Grace went to be with the Lord on July 24, 2014. God sent us an angel for nine months, we got to see how beautiful one of his angels really is. Samantha, you are loved and will always be in our hearts. Samantha reminded us of what life is really about.Samantha...
Trudy (Nee Biesbroek) Vermeulen
Jul 17, 2014
May 6, 1957 – July 17th, 2014Trudy leaves behind her loving husband Ed, and her siblings Stien (Henry) Jonker, Andrew (Fay) Biesbroek, Ed (Anne) Biesbroek, Hank (Terry) Biesbroek and Yolanda (John) Bosma. Trudy was predeceased by her mother Fenna (Kok) in 2014 and her father Gysbert in 1993. She also derived great joy as Aunt to nineteen nephews and nieces,...
Arlene Yvon (Nee Kraft) Mariani
Jul 13, 2014
July 25, 1938 – July 13, 2014Arlene passed away at home after a lengthy illness, and with a broken heart after the tragic death of her much loved son Mark Anthony. Arlene, the beloved wife of Norberto, mother of Katherine (Clair) Weltzin, Robert and Dino (Michelle) Mariani. Beloved grandmother of Nikolas (Megan King), Stefan & Sandrine Weltzin. She is also...
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