OBITUARIES
Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Cochrane, AB, Southern Alberta, & Surrounding Areas
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...
David Frederick Heggie
Jul 8, 2014
May 18, 1946 – July 8, 2014David Heggie of Cochrane, Alberta passed away on July 8, 2014. His loving wife of 45 years, Joyce, of Cochrane, son Donald of Calgary and granddaughter Jaden Braunwarth of California survive him. He was predeceased by his parents, Charles and Nan Heggie of Saskatoon, his brother Jack, sister, Sybil and his son Kirk. Dave...
Vola Farquharson
Jul 6, 2014
December 4, 1916 – July 6, 2014Vola Farr, wife of Howard Farquharson, passed away July 6, 2014. She is survived by Howard, her husband of almost 71 years; a daughter Keren and husband Luis Delgado; a son Donald (Fran Payne) and his three wonderful children: Cody (Niki); Stacey (Sasha); Jessica (Troy) Gano; and six beautiful great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by...
Paul Knight Anderson
Jun 23, 2014
August 6, 1927 – June 23, 2014Paul was born in Ludlow, Massachusetts and died in Cochrane, Alberta. During the last years of his rich life, Paul suffered from Alzheimer’s Disease. His death was sudden and unexpected. He drew his last breath with Donna, his wife of nearly 46 years, and his sweetheart forever, by his side in the Bethany Cochrane,...
Fenna Biesbroek
Jun 19, 2014
May 18, 1927 – June 19, 2014Fenna went to be with the Lord on June 19th at the age of 87. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Stien (Henry) Jonker, Andrew (Fay) Biesbroek, Ed (Anne) Biesbroek, Hank (Terry) Biesbroek, Trudy (Ed) Vermeulen, and Yolanda (John) Bosma along with numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, brothers and sisters. She was pre-deceased...
Rene Theodore Beierback
Jun 14, 2014
October 15, 1961 – June 14, 2014Rene passed away at home on June 14, 2014 at 52 years of age. He was predeceased by his baby Haeden in 1997 and father Clarence in 2006. Rene is lovingly remembered by his son Bowen, mother Bea, brothers; Cecil (Bev) and Tom (Barb), as well as a circle of other relatives and friends.A...
Robert (Bob) John Romney
Jun 7, 2014
September 22, 1922 – June 7, 2014Robert ( Bob ) John Romney of Cremona, Alberta passed away at the age of 91. Bob is predeceased by his loving wife Genny and his infant brother James. Bob was son of Charles Romney and Mary Elizabeth Romney. Bob is survived by his eight children: Eleanor (Jim), John (Maureen), Howard (Cindy), Neil (Lorraine),...
J.B. Leonard Tetreault
May 30, 2014
October 23, 1919 – May 30, 2014We are saddened to announce the passing of Leonard Tetreault, who died peacefully in Calgary at the age of 94.Leonard was born in Kinley, Saskatchewan, one of 11 children born to Felix Hormisdas and Marie Eliza (Brodeur) Tetreault. He was predeceased by his daughter Patricia in 2011. He is survived by his daughter Lenore...
Gregory (Gregg) Alec Peters
May 28, 2014
April 12, 1966 – May 28, 2014It is with deeply saddened hearts the family announces the passing of our cherished husband and father who passed away peacefully on May 28, 2014 at the age of 48.Family was the center of Gregg’s universe and he will be sadly missed by his wife Tammy and their two girls, Carlie and Sydney. Gregg...
Edward Wayne Forrest
May 27, 2014
December 23, 1949 – May 27, 2014Wayne passed away on Tuesday May 27, 2014 at 64 years of age. He is lovingly remembered by his wife Jeanie and children; Aaron (Jennifer) and Christi (Dusty) Rogers, four grandchildren; Jill, Olivia, Selby and Dutch. Wayne is also survived by his mother Lois and three brothers; Ward, Allen and Don, as well as...
Roy Edward Downs
May 18, 2014
January 3, 1929 – May 18, 2014Roy was born in Bassano, Alberta on January 3, 1929 to Edward and Charlotte (nee Wurster) Downs. Roy came to Cochrane and began working in the hardware store which he later bought and ran with his wife Ruth from 1972 to 1989. Along with the hardware store, he spent much of his time as...
V. Wayne Vaughn
May 18, 2014
April 19, 1938 – May 18, 2014Wayne went peacefully to a wonderful place without pain and anguish at noon on May 18, 2014 in the Foothills Hospital, Calgary with his loving wife Vicki at his side.He was born to Florence and Wayland Vaughn at Macoun Saskatchewan where he spent his childhood. He was educated at Macoun school and after graduation...
Hubertina (Tina) Johanna Gastel
Apr 17, 2014
December 12, 1931 – April 17, 2014Tina passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 17, 2014. She was born December 12, 1931 in Herleen, Netherlands to Mathieu and Antonetta Reneerkens. Tina is lovingly remembered by her sisters; Antionette, and Elizabeth. She is predeceased by her brothers; John & Matthew, and sister Nelly.The family moved to Canada in 1950 and settled in...
Stella & Allen Mcintyre
Apr 17, 2014
July 30, 2014 – April 17, 2014With extreme sadness we announce the passing of Stella and Allen McIntyre.Stella passed away April 17, 2014 at 88 years of age. Her beloved husband Allen followed a short time later on July 30, 2014 at 82 years of age. Stella and Allen will be dearly missed by their Children, Grand Children and Great...
Rose Marie Mcgonigle
Apr 15, 2014
September 17, 1920 – April 15, 2014Rose Marie McGonigle, of Cochrane, AB. died on April 15, 2014 at the age of 93 years, in Okotoks, AB. She was born on September 17, 1920, in Unity, Sask., to Adelard and Florida Becotte. She lived a full life raising 11 children, curling, golfing & traveling. She is survived by one sister, Lina...