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Shirley Luella Ann Patterson
Jul 16, 2023
November 01, 1937 – July 16, 2023Shirley was born in Red Deer, AB on November 01,1937, to Velma and Chet Baldwin. Shirley’s family lived in a sod shack at Kew, AB, then moved to the Soapy Smith, and then on to Rick’s haunted house.In 1945 Shirley’s family moved up to the Horse Creek community where they purchased a ranch across...
Gerry Babb
Jul 15, 2023
August 11, 1963 – July 15, 2023With deep sadness the family announce the passing of Gerry Babb at the age of 59 after his hard fought battle with cancer.Gerry is survived by his wife Juanita, daughter Dallas (Mark), brothers Kim (Wendy), Richard (Brenda) and Wayne (Laurie) along with many nieces and nephews. He was pre deceased by his father Jim and...
Brett William Clark
Jul 12, 2023
November 21, 1988 – July 12, 2023It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brett William Clark, 34 years young, on July 12, 2023. A tragic vehicle collision in British Columbia claimed the lives of Brett, his loving partner, Katy Sully, and their dog, Tina. Brett will be truly missed by his parents and brother, Jon, Julie...
Frank Robert (Bob) Dale
Jul 4, 2023
June 8, 1934 – July 4, 2023On July 4th, 2023, Bob passed away peacefully in Cochrane, AB at the age of 89. Bob is survived by his wife Phyllis; his son Guy (Kim); his daughter Gay; his grandchildren, Cody, Jordan (Belinda), Craig (Meg), and Kylie (Mark) and great-grandchildren, Quinn and Malia; and his brother John (Loralee).Bob was born in Saskatoon,...
David William Dixon
Jun 22, 2023
December 13th, 1949 – June 22nd, 2023It is with great sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of David Dixon – a treasured Husband, Father, Grandfather and Friend. He passed away peacefully on June 22nd, 2023 with his family at his side after a courageous battle with Cancer.David was the loving husband and best friend to LuAnne Dixon...
Bettylou Benz-Adams
Jun 13, 2023
1951 – 2023BettyLou Benz-Adams, of Cochrane, AB, beloved wife, sister and aunt, passed away at the age of 72 on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary from complications of Cancer. She will be deeply missed by her family, many friends and colleagues. She was known for her warm smile and quick laugh. Her nieces and nephews...
Stanley Richard Snowdy
May 26, 2023
February 11, 1948 – May 26, 2023It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Stanley Snowdy on May 26, 2023 at the age of 75. Stanley is survived by his wife Jean; daughter Tara; grandchildren Makenna and Cade; siblings Bill (Susan), Grace (Jim), Bert (Sheila), Sicily and Norman, and sister-in-law Judy; and many nieces and nephews....
Joseph (Joe) Clyde Mcneil
May 23, 2023
March 27, 1949- May 23, 2023We the family regret to announce the peaceful passing of our husband, father, grandfather, and brother, Joseph (Joe) Clyde McNeil on May 23, 2023 at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary, Alberta.Joe was born March 27, 1949 in New Waterford, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. He was the son of the late Francis and Geraldine MacNeil. Joe...
Rod (Shorty) Shelstad
May 15, 2023
February 2, 1960 – May 15, 2023It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of the beloved Rod Shelstad on May 15, 2023, at the age of 63. Rod is survived by his siblings Rick (Judy), Ron (Anita), Carol, Brenda and Randy, 13 nieces and nephews, 16 great nieces and nephews, and many friends including Dale (Brenda)...
Beverley ‘Bev’ (Née Lebsack) Dubé
May 15, 2023
August 23, 1955 – May 15, 2023Bev, 67, passed away peacefully at Dulcina Hospice Calgary after a 7 year battle with triple negative metastatic breast cancer. She spent her last days surrounded by family and dear friends.Bev was born in Vulcan, AB on August 23, 1955. She was raised on the farm along with her two siblings Brian Lebsack and...
Jürg (George) Ulrich
May 9, 2023
September 1, 1935 – May 9, 2023Jürg (George) Ulrich was born on September 1, 1935 in Zürich, Switzerland. He was the fourth of five children born to Lina Frei and Hans Ulrich. George dedicated his life to serving the Lord and providing for his family through farming and breeding and raising cattle.When George was about 6 years old there was...
Emma Jane Mackrous
May 7, 2023
August 4, 1929 – May 7, 2023Emma Jane MacKrous, of Cochrane AB, passed away on May 7th, 2023 at the age of 93 years. Emma was born in Cape Breton, NS, on August 4th, 1929. She moved to Montreal, QC. where she met and married John MacKrous. Together they had four sons born in Montreal and one daughter who was...
Wendy Lynne Vial
May 6, 2023
June 10, 1970 – May 06, 2023Wendy Lynne Vial (née Sorby), age 52, passed away on Saturday, May 6th 2023 surrounded by her loving family and beloved children after a 16 month battle with pancreatic cancer. Predeceased by her father Williard Lawrence Sorby, her step-father Maurice Simonin and grandmother Evelyn Hartwick Schneidmiller, she is survived by her mother Cheryl, siblings...
Helga Ella Margarete Bandeen
Apr 29, 2023
August 31, 1924 – April 29, 2023Helga was a strong and tenacious women and was the glue that held her family together. Helga had a kind heart and loved unconditionally.Helga was born in Alt Strelitz, Germany, August 31, 1924. She had a wonderful childhood growing up with close family and friends. During the war her life was difficult and full...
Garry Keith Kirkpatrick
Apr 27, 2023
September 14, 1953 – April 27, 2023It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Garry Kirkpatrick on Thursday, April 27th, 2023. Garry went peacefully with his family by his side.Garry was born on Sept 14th1953 in the Town of Shaunavon Saskatchewan. He had a beautiful wife of 35 years Shelly who he married on April 9th, 1988. They...
Margaret Isabelle (Nee Brown) Rothery
Apr 25, 2023
July 7, 1932 – April 25, 2023Marg passed away with her children Kim, Kevin & Blaine by her side. Left to mourn with them are many nieces, nephews, cousins and lifelong friends.Marg had spent the last month of her life at Agape Hospice. She received wonderful care by Agape’s exceptional staff. Their care also extended to us, her family. We...
Nelda Lila (Nee Nowlin) Sharp
Apr 25, 2023
February 26, 1938 – April 25, 2023Nelda (Nowlin) Sharp was born in Banff, Alberta and grew up on a ranch (now called the Griffin Ranch) until she started school in Cochrane Alberta. The years she lived at the ranch were very special to her. When she was old enough to go to school the family moved to Cochrane and she...
Meaghan Kate Foley
Apr 24, 2023
It is with broken hearts and profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Meaghan Kate Foley on April 24, 2023 at the age of 22.Meaghan is survived by her sisters Ciara and Fiona, her parents Anne and Hudson, her grandparents Suzanne and Raymond Toal and Sheila Foley, her aunts and uncles Alice Toal (Scott), Paul Toal (Jenn), Tara...
Charles Hupkes
Apr 23, 2023
August 30, 1945 – April 23, 2023In loving memory – Charles Hupkes of Cochrane, AB passed away on Sunday, April 23, 2023 with family by his side. He was born on August 30, 1945 and lived near Bottrel and in Cochrane, AB.Charles had a personal relationship with Jesus, and it was evident in the love and care he gave to...
Frederick Donald Iverson
Apr 19, 2023
June 27, 1930- April 19, 2023A life well lived has come to an end as a gentle spirit left this earth. Frederick Donald Iverson passed away peacefully on April 19th, 2023, at Foothills Hospital in Calgary. Fred was born on June 27, 1930, on a homestead near Preeceville, Saskatchewan. His family is deeply saddened by his death and will miss...
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