OBITUARIES

Recent Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Cochrane, AB, Southern Alberta, & Surrounding Areas

Edna Martha Munro

Edna Martha Munro

Apr 17, 2023

1931 – 2023Born in 1931 at the Holy Cross Hospital in Calgary, Edna Martha Munro, nee Cullen, passed away peacefully in the Canmore Hospital Monday morning April 17, 2023 at the age of 92. A daughter of William and Martha Cullen of Springbank she had six siblings: four sisters, Louise, Bette, Jean, and Margaret along with two brothers, Bill and...

Jason Alexander Low

Jason Alexander Low

Apr 15, 2023

1972 – 2023To say that Jason touched many lives would be a massive understatement. He had a 31-year career with Redwood Meadows Emergency Services, as a firefighter, an EMT, and a Fire Communications Officer, taking care of the community both in front of and behind the scenes in so many ways. RMES and many other departments counted on him to...

Ronald George “Ron” Moynihan

Ronald George “Ron” Moynihan

Apr 11, 2023

1945 – 2023Ron was born in Lethbridge in 1945 to Dr. Irvin W. and Dorothy (Hardy) Moynihan and passed away on April 11, 2023. In his boyhood he lived in Vancouver, Ottawa and Calgary. Ron graduated from the University of Calgary with a BSc in Chemical Engineering. His work took him to many parts of the world which he and...

Vaughn Robert Yourth

Vaughn Robert Yourth

Apr 11, 2023

December 23, 1940 – April 11, 2023Vaughn Robert Yourth passed away peacefully at Rockyview Hospital in Calgary on Tuesday April 11, 2023, in his 82nd year. Vaughn Youth of Cochrane, dearly loved by Sylvia Maguire, father to Robert Yourth (Colinda) of Cobden, Ontario, Tamara Kay (Brian) of Calgary, Lana Edwards (Doug) of Calgary, and Grant Yourth (Mandy) of Airdrie.Vaughn will...

Mark Malcolm Stormoen

Mark Malcolm Stormoen

Apr 10, 2023

July 7, 1965 – April 10, 2023With great sadness we announce the passing of Mark Stormoen on Monday April 10th, 2023 in Calgary Alberta at the age of 57.Mark was born in Stettler, Alberta on July 7th, 1965, to his parents Gerald Gustav Stormoen and Marilyn Arlene Price. Mark grew up in Carstairs, Alberta. He graduated from Huge Southerland High,...

Robert “Cowboy Bob” Bowersock

Robert “Cowboy Bob” Bowersock

Apr 9, 2023

“Cowboy Bob”April, 1955 – April, 2023Robert was born in Pincher Creek, Alberta. He passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family and friends. Robert loved every aspect of nature from walking to relaxing but mainly fishing. Robert will be greatly missed by all that knew his gentle and generous heart.A celebration of life will be held for Robert...

Maria Anna Lydia Lawson (Nee Wagner)

Maria Anna Lydia Lawson (Nee Wagner)

Mar 31, 2023

September 9, 1955 – Mankota, SaskatchewanMarch 31, 2023 – Calgary, AlbertaMaria Lawson, beloved wife of Doug Lawson, of Calgary, AB passed away at home on March 31, 2023 at the age of 67 years.Maria was born in Mankota, SK and lived in Mankota, Swift Current, Calgary and Burnaby before returning to Calgary in the late 70s. For most of her...

David Wade Mellor

David Wade Mellor

Mar 30, 2023

June 7, 1930 – March 30, 2023Born June 7, 1930 in Dewsbury, Yorkshire. Predeceased by his wife, Stella Ann of nearly 60 years, his younger brother, Peter; mother, Kathleen and father, Clifford Mellor.Survived by his sister Jean residing in the UK, his 3 daughters, Penelope, Karen, and Christine and 6 grandchildren, Michael, Deirdrie, Matthew, Alexis, Joshua and Sarah.  There were...

Donna Marie Cochrane

Donna Marie Cochrane

Mar 28, 2023

October 14, 1943 – March 28, 2023It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Donna Cochrane on Tuesday, March 28th, 2023 at Foothills Hospital in Calgary, Alberta.Donna was a devoted wife to her husband Bill Cochrane for over 59 years and together they raised 3 sons, Rob (Jen), Chris (Leslie) and Ted (Andrea). She was a...

William ( Bill ) Edward Durrell

William ( Bill ) Edward Durrell

Mar 27, 2023

May 21,1955 – March 27, 2023The family of Bill Edward Durrell is saddened to announce the passing of their husband, father, grandfather and brother on March 27, 2023. Bill is survived by his wife Jeanne, children Steve (Sharon), Troy and Reed; grandchildren Caleb, Caspian and Carter; sisters Kathy Frey (Ken), Janet Hart (Steve) and Colleen Sax (Bob). He is also...

Martha Katharina Daniel

Martha Katharina Daniel

Mar 24, 2023

June 20, 1927 – March 24, 2023Our beautiful mother Martha Katharina Enck was born in Gescher Germany on June 20, 1927.She fell in love and was engaged after a very short courtship. She married our Papa Hans Rudi Daniel at the age of 25 in 1952. Soon she found herself on a month long arduous journey by ship to Canada...

Dale Richard Caron

Dale Richard Caron

Mar 3, 2023

March 4, 1949 – March 3, 2023The family of Dale Richard Caron is saddened to announce the passing of their husband, father,  grandfather and brother  on March 3, 2023.  Dale is survived by his wife Judy, children Darcy Caron, Dawn (Mike) Lashmar, Jackie (Gord) Milgate and Debbie Kudlik (Josh);  grandchildren Kohen & Elijah Lashmar, Kaylynn (Adam) Milgate, Mason (Kelly) Milgate,...

Floyd Neilon

Floyd Neilon

Feb 26, 2023

In Loving MemoryIt is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Floyd Neilon on Sunday, February 26, 2023 at the age of 84.  He was a devoted family man and astute businessman.Floyd was a loving husband to Jeanie for over 62 years, father to Gerry (Gail) and Cindy (Keith), and marvelous grandfather and great-grandfather to...

Phyllis Lynn Rankin-Pruden

Phyllis Lynn Rankin-Pruden

Feb 23, 2023

June 10, 1948 – Journey to the next world – February 23, 2023My Mom, Phyllis Pruden, passed away on February 23rdat Bethany Cochrane (LTC) at the age of 74, due complications from her PLS (Primary Lateral sclerosis) and lung cancer. My Dad (David) and I were with her on her last day with us. Holding her to let her know...

Kelly Richard Biggar

Kelly Richard Biggar

Feb 22, 2023

October 7, 1951 – February 22, 2023With sorrow we announce the passing of Kelly Richard Biggar on February 22, 2023, in Calgary, Alberta at the age of 71. Kelly was born on October 7, 1951 in Calgary, Alberta.Kelly is survived by his sons, Derek Biggar and Dustin Biggar; grandchildren, Holly and Brooke; sisters, Normajean Kinch (Jon), Tim Biggar (Joanne), Colleen...

Geraldine Anne Dzus

Geraldine Anne Dzus

Feb 13, 2023

October 12, 1942 – February 13, 2023With deep sorrow we announce the passing of our mom Gerri on February 13, 2023 at the age of 80.Gerri was born in Westlock, Alberta. She lived in a few places in Alberta before settling in Cochrane, Alberta with her two children. Gerri will always be remembered as a strong and resilient person.We will...

Mildred Mae Davies

Mildred Mae Davies

Feb 12, 2023

January 24, 1931 – February 12, 2023It is with great sorrow that the family of Mildred Davies announces her passing on February 12, 2023, at the age of 92. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who will be greatly missed.Born in 1931 at home on the family farm east of Nanton to Harold and Sarah Garbutt, Mildred was...

“Birdie” Bertha Louise (Nee Branan) Archer

“Birdie” Bertha Louise (Nee Branan) Archer

Feb 8, 2023

May 11, 1931 (Winnipeg) – February 8, 2023 (Calgary)Birdie was a sunny spirit with an infectious smile and a “can do”, positive attitude. She brightened every room she walked into and lit up the many communities in which she lived and served. She passed away gently on the morning of Feb 8, 2023. Birdie is lovingly remembered by her sons...

Norma Jean Burt  (Nee Barber)

Norma Jean Burt (Nee Barber)

Feb 8, 2023

January 22, 1921 – February 8, 2023Please join the family for a Celebration of Life in honour of Norma on Friday, May 26th at 3:30 pm at 43232 Cochrane Lake Rd West.  Dress casual, and, if desired, please wear something purple!Food and refreshments to follow!Our beautiful and inspirational mom, aunt, Nana and friend passed away peacefully on February 8th, 2023,...

Arlene Mary Harmeson

Arlene Mary Harmeson

Feb 4, 2023

July 4, 1935 – February 4, 2023We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Arlene on Saturday February 4, 2023 at the Strathmore Hospital at the age of 87 years, after a brief illness.Arlene was born in Gull Lake, SK to Inez and Emanuel Tetzloff and moved to Calgary at a young age. In 1956 she married...

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