OBITUARIES
Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Cochrane, AB, Southern Alberta, & Surrounding Areas
George Heck
Jun 4, 2015
July 27, 1951 – June 4, 2015It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of George Heck on Thursday June 4, 2015 at 63 years of age. George Heck was born in Empress, Alberta on July 27, 1951 and passed away in his home in Calgary.George was predeceased by his dad Clemmens, mom Wilhelmina, brother Tony, and sister’s...
Ingrid Janssen
May 26, 2015
September 2, 1962 – May 26, 2015Our family is deeply saddened by the passing of Ingrid Janssen in Calgary on Tuesday, May 26 at the age of 52. She spent her final days the way she chose to spend her life, surrounded by family.Ingrid was born on Labour Day in 1962 to Gert and Dora Janssen, and spent a happy...
Olga Victoria Rogi
May 10, 2015
January 1, 1925 – May 10, 2015Olga Victoria Rogi passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, May 10th, 2015, in Calgary, Alberta at the age of 90 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She will be greatly missed by her family and her many friends.Olga was born in Cobadin, Romania on January 1st, 1925 to Fredrich and Else Wilhelm....
Nancy Elizabeth (Nee Caldwell) Davis
May 9, 2015
December 24, 1936 – May 9, 2015Nancy Elizabeth Davis was born in Moncton, N.B. December 24, 1936 and passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 9, 2015 in Calgary, A.B.Nancy will be sorely missed by her husband Peter, sons Allan and Robert, along with daughters Janet Hantho (and her husband Russ), Anne (and her husband Vincent), seven grandchildren and one great...
James Edward Toner
May 7, 2015
June 12, 1960 – May 7, 2015Jim was born June 12, 1960 in Calgary, Alberta and passed away May 7, 2015 at the age of 54 years with his family by his side. Jim leaves to mourn, his wife of 28 years Leona, daughter Charlotte, son James Jr., extended son William (Jeannie), grandchildren; Quinten, and Skyla, sisters; Marlene, and Jean...
Audrey Irma Gleed
May 4, 2015
April 16, 1935 – May 4, 2015Audrey passed away at home in Cochrane on Monday, May 4, 2015 at 80 years of age. Audrey is lovingly remembered by her husband Leonard of 51 years; son John and daughter Allyson ( Ron ) Fortin; three grandchildren: Chad, Taylor and Brittany. She is also survived by her sister Robbie ( John )...
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,...
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...
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,...

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...