OBITUARIES
Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Cochrane, AB, Southern Alberta, & Surrounding Areas
Leslie Sarah Kinch-Wolf
Oct 22, 2012
September 29, 1972 – October 22, 2012Leslie Sarah Kinch-Wolf of Devon, Alberta passed away suddenly on Monday, October 22, 2012 at 40 years of age. She was born to Frances Winter and the late Patrick Leonard Kinch, on Sept 29, 1972 in Whitecourt, AB.Leslie enjoyed any activities that involved her three boys, and always had a special place in her...
William Cornelius “Bill” Schaufele
Oct 20, 2012
September 6, 1927 – October 20, 2012It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our belovedhusband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Bill will be lovingly remembered and missed by wife Ella, and children Janice & Daryl, Dalyce & Don and Kari, 2 granddaughters and 3 great grandchildren. Bill served with the Calgary Fire Department for 35 years, retiring...
Hugh John Hall
Oct 17, 2012
April 14, 1921 – October 17, 2012It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, grandfather, and great grampa at the Brentwood Care Centre in Calgary, on Wednesday, October 17, 2012 at 91 years of age.John was predeceased by his wife Joan in 1999. He will be lovingly remembered by his children; Valerie [Rod] ,Bob [Dianne],...
Roberta Louise (Nee Freeman) Richards
Oct 9, 2012
April 28, 1941- October 9, 2012Roberta passed away suddenly at the Foothills Hospital, on Tuesday October 9th, 2012 She is lovingly remembered by her dear husband Cliff of 38 years, her beloved sons Allen (Norma) Buettner, and Jay Freeman. Grandchildren: Blake, Grayson, Dawn, Michael, and Colin. Many Great Grandchildren , two sisters Joyce (Gordon)Brautitam, and Shirley (Cleo) Jurgens, as well...
Judith Beryl Lapinsky
Oct 5, 2012
February 19, 1950 – October 5, 2012Judy Lapinsky of Cochrane, passed away on Friday, October 5, 2012 at the age of 62 years. We will always remember her for her contagious laughter and the joy she brought to all of us, who knew her. Judy’s passion for family was wonderful and next to none. She loved board games, travelling, exploring...
Gwyneth Wynn (Nee Williams) Mcrae
Oct 2, 2012
… .. …. – October 2, 2012Gwynny passed away at home on Tuesday, October 2, 2012. Lovingly remembered by her husband James, grandson Lance (Claire) Hilton, great granddaughters Coralee and Mackenzie, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews, as well as a circle of other relatives and friends. As the matriarch of our family she was always prepared to lend a helping...
Mary Hupkes
Sep 25, 2012
April 4, 1922 – September 25, 2012Mary Hupkes, the last of the Charles Harbidge family, went to be with her Lord, on Tuesday, September 25, 2012. She is lovingly remembered by her five children: Gerrit ( Maureen ), Charles, Henry ( Margaret ), Bertha ( Tim ) Van Nes, and Geurdina ( Don ) Keller, 15 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren,...
Bob Watts
Sep 24, 2012
November 11, 1939 – September 24, 2012Bob passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side, on Monday, September 24, 2012 at the age of 72 years. Lovingly remembered by his wife Mathilda, Children: Bonnie ( Roman ) Polski, Brian ( Shirley ) Martin, Barb ( Len ) Gibson, Brenda Martin ( Kelly Wiltsey ), and Leona (...
Edward M. Winkel
Sep 20, 2012
November 12, 1929 – September 20, 2012It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Ed Winkel on September 20, 2012 at the age of 82 years. Although Ed had been ill,for the past couple of years, his passing was sudden. Ed will be greatly missed by his loving friend and companion Shirley Laye and his children Leanne Wulff...
Michael Robert (Mike) Kudras
Sep 14, 2012
February 3, 1950 – September 14, 2012It is with profound sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend. Mike was born in Stettler, AB and continued his travels to Calgary where he proudly served the Calgary Fire Department for 37 years retiring as Captain in 2005. In his retired years he spent much...
Jean Hemmaway
Sep 12, 2012
May 31, 1928 – September 12, 2012Beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt passed away in Calgary, Alberta at the age of 84. Jean leaves behind one son Dwayne ( Marilyn ), five daughters: Marilyn ( Gordon ) Lemke, Diane ( Dennis ) Morrisseau, Lynn ( Jerry ) Loblick, Renee, and Wendy. Jean regrets leaving behind her beloved 36 grandchildren, 47...

Mary Cowen
Aug 22, 2012
March 23, 1914 – August 22, 2012Widow of George (John) Langdon and later of Gerald Cowen, died peacefully at Bethany Care Centre, Cochrane. She leaves behind three children, six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. There was a private cremation. However, a celebration of Mary’s life will be held in Springbank, for friends and family, date to be announced. Please contact either...
Gordon A. Sanders
Aug 18, 2012
February 13, 1919 – August 18, 2012Gordon A. Sanders, passed away at the Southwood Care Centre at the age of 93 years old. He was the third oldest of six children born to William and Mary Sanders. He graduated from St. John’s High School in Winnipeg and within nine months started what would be a lifetime career with the airline...
Robert Moore Lathwell
Aug 9, 2012
April 7, 1937 – August 9, 2012Robert Lathwell, husband, father, grandfather and brother,passed away suddenly last Thursday. A small and privateceremony will be conducted in accordance to his wishes forclose family members only. A date for a memorial servicewill be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers,donations made to one of the following three organizationswould be greatly appreciated;...
Muriel Elizabeth Thorne
Aug 4, 2012
September 3, 1926 – August 4, 2012Muriel Elizabeth Thorne (Downes) passed away peacefully August 4, 2012 at the Foothills Hospital after a lengthy battle with her health. Her struggle is over and she is finally in God’s loving arms.Muriel was pre-deceased by her husband Tom, and her parents Walter & Amelia Downes.Muriel was devoted to and took great joy in...
George Russell Forster
Jul 30, 2012
March 23, 1937 – July 30, 2012The loving family of George would like to announce his peaceful passing at home at the age of 75. George was a dedicated resident of the City of Calgary and joined the Calgary Fire Department in June 1957 retiring as a Division Chief in January 1994. George’s caring, generous spirit and sense of humour...
Richard James Chaters
Jul 22, 2012
September 10, 1958 – July 22, 2012Richard James Chaters of Calgary, passed away on July 22, 2012 at the age of 53 years. A Celebration of Life will take place at the Edgemont Community Centre, 33 Edgevalley Circle N.W. on Saturday August 4, 2012 from 1:00 – 4:00 P.M. please dress casual. In Lieu of flowers, if friends so desire,...
Robert Walter Tribe
Jul 9, 2012
August 29, 1926 – July 9, 2012Passed peacefully away on Monday July 9, 2012 at 85 years of age. Predeceased by his wife Ethel of 58 years, in 2006. Lovingly remembered by his children: Stacy (Rick) Connon, Dulcy (Bary) Bryant, and Roy (Susan) Diehl; Six grandchildren: Chris, Kelly, Shelby, Shayla, Graham, and Naomi, companion Muriel Helpard, and Diane and Len...
Magdalena (Enss) Strempler
Jun 4, 2012
May 17, 1934 – June 4, 2012Magdalena was called home into the gracious arms of our God on Monday, June 4, 2012. Born May 17, 1934 near Tiege, former W. Prussia, Germany, daughter of Rev. Bruno and Helene Enss. They migrated to Canada in 1949 after four difficult refugee years. On July 6, 1957, Magdalena and Erwin Strempler were married...
Calmont Vincent Ewing
May 25, 2012
… .. 1968 – May 25, 2012Passed away May 25, 2012 at the age of 44 years, Calmont(Cal) is lovingly remembered by his family and friends .A memorial service will be held June 2, 2012 at Beaupre Hallat 2 p.m. Interment will be at the Ewing Cemetery in Fenn ,Alberta . In lieu of flowers, donations in Cal’s memory may...