OBITUARIES

Recent Obituaries

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

Bruno Joseph Roy

Bruno Joseph Roy

Nov 10, 2022

December 26, 1957 – November 10, 2022We regretfully announce that Bruno Joseph Roy passed away unexpectedly in Caroline AB on November 10th, 2022, in a house fire.Those who knew Bruno, knew his truth because he was nothing more than who he was.Bruno grew up in Quebec, left school in Grade 8, travelled all through North Africa, Morocco, Peru and into...

Lorraine Sylvia Perrin (Nee Aquin)

Lorraine Sylvia Perrin (Nee Aquin)

Nov 9, 2022

1941 – 2022It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Lorraine Perrin, with family by her side, on Sunday, November 13th, 2022.  We grieve at her passing but are comforted knowing that her suffering is now over.With a lifetime of treasured memories, she leaves behind, the love of her life and her beloved husband...

Ernie Schreiber

Ernie Schreiber

Nov 9, 2022

December 7, 1948 – November 9, 2022Ernie Schreiber passed away peacefully with his wife Carol of 51 years and his children by his side. Ernie is survived by his wife Carol Schreiber, daughter Shar Schreiber, son Doug Schreiber, daughter in law Shelley Schreiber, grandsons Braden and Wyatt Biggart, granddaughters Miranda Schreiber, Shaya Schreiber and Jasmine Gervais.Ernie was a family man,...

Charlotte “Ruthie” Oltmann

Charlotte “Ruthie” Oltmann

Nov 9, 2022

1937 – 2022Charlotte Ruth Oltmann (Ruthie), 85, long time resident of Exshaw, AB, came to the end of her earthly journey on November 13, 2022 in Cochrane, AB at the Hawthorne Assisted Living Community. She was born on February 27, 1937 in Ottawa, ON, the third daughter of George Hjalmar Oltmann and Beulah Winifred MacKenzie. Ruthie grew up in a...

Peter Albert Koehnke

Peter Albert Koehnke

Nov 9, 2022

1940 – 2022With deep sadness we announce the passing of our beloved Peter at the age of 82.Peter was born in Austria to Hans and Margarete Koehnke and was one of three children.  In his early years he was exposed to the hardships of war – hunger, lack of proper housing, clothing and jobs for his formerly well positioned father....

Linda Mary Jane Hoomana

Linda Mary Jane Hoomana

Nov 9, 2022

1946 – 2022Leaving many heavy hearts, Linda passed away at Carewest Sarcee in Calgary. She will be dearly missed by her beloved daughter, Tanya Hoomana. Linda was the fourth child born to Thomas and Margaret Beattie, she grew up and was educated in Cochrane, Alberta. Athletic in her youth, Linda loved being outdoors and was a lifeguard at the Cochrane...

Stanley Mcdowell Elder

Stanley Mcdowell Elder

Nov 9, 2022

1928 – 2022Born in Bassano Alberta, July 22, 1928, he grew up in the depression on a farm near Standard. He rode a pony to a one room school and was always proud of his roots. In 1947, 18 year old Mac Elder traveled to Jasper for a summer job outfitting with Jack Hargreaves. He returned the following year, but...

Eileen Muriel Kulikoski

Eileen Muriel Kulikoski

Nov 9, 2022

1930 – 2022It is with heaviest hearts we announce the passing of Eileen Muriel Kulikoski at the age of 91.Eileen was born to Hubert and Rena Grieve in Selkirk, Manitoba. The family moved from the Larter family farm in St. Andrews to Calgary when Eileen was 11.Eileen was married to Michael Kulikoski in 1951. Together they built their family home...

Edward Norman Deeves

Edward Norman Deeves

Nov 3, 2022

April 26, 1952 – November 3, 2022With sadness we announce that Edward Norman Deeves passed away on Thursday, November 3rd at 70 years of age.Ed was predeceased by his parents Thelma and Edwick Deeves and his sisters, Sandy Grovsner and Donna Short.Ed is survived by his sons, Ed and Andrea Deeves and Marty Deeves and Sandel Norman, both of Cochrane;...

Philip Michael Kinch

Philip Michael Kinch

Oct 28, 2022

November 18, 1948 – October 28, 2022Philip Michael Kinch passed away on Friday October 28th on his farm with his wife and daughter by his side. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Sheila; children Jason (Leslie), Jamie (Erin), and Jennifer (Rob); as well as much loved grandchildren, Laeken, Aspen, Cache, Levi, Pepper and Gus. Family was everything...

Marian May Hills

Marian May Hills

Oct 24, 2022

September 6, 1935 – October 24, 2022Marian was born in Calgary, Alberta and passed away peacefully at the Hawthorne assisted living centre in Cochrane, Alberta.Upon completion of school in Edmonton, Marian moved to Vancouver where she met and married her husband of 53 years, Leonard. They returned to Edmonton for Len to complete his Doctorate in Geology. Len’s work brought...

Mary Lynne Kilpatrick

Mary Lynne Kilpatrick

Oct 21, 2022

April 20, 1948 – October 21, 2022Lynne was born in Calgary, Alberta on April 20th, 1948 to Alan & Florence Francis. She spent her childhood in Calgary with her older brother Wayne and her younger brother Don.Lynne was a dedicated and loving wife of 53 years to Ron Kilpatrick. She passed away on what would have been their 55thwedding anniversary....

Leslie Rita Jodoin

Leslie Rita Jodoin

Oct 18, 2022

October 3, 1962 – October 18, 2022It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Leslie Rita Jodoin at the age of 60 years young.Leslie is best described as a loving, caring, and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend. Those who welcomed her affection into their lives were blessed, privileged, and grateful to have known her....

Graham Campbell Watson

Graham Campbell Watson

Oct 15, 2022

May 11, 1954 – October 15, 2022It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather. Graham Watson in his 69th year, passed away peacefully at Rosedale Hospice in Calgary Alberta on Saturday October 15, 2022.Graham is survived by his loving wife and best friend, Susan Watson (Fralick); his loving daughters, Theresa Muir, Jody...

Karen Jean Clark

Karen Jean Clark

Oct 8, 2022

May 22, 1940 – October 8, 2022Born May 22, 1940 Pierre, So. Dakota. Died October 8, 2022 Cochrane Alberta.Preceded in death by her parents, Father William Kuil, Mother Margaret Boyd, Brother Stanton Kuil, Brothers -n-Law Chuck Adams and Bob Clark.Survived by her Husband of 55 years Paul Clark, Sister Kathryn Adams, Nieces Kimberleigh Kuil Coleman (Steve), Amie Adams Mills (Justin),...

Edith Florence (Née Mcdougall) Shields

Edith Florence (Née Mcdougall) Shields

Oct 6, 2022

September 17, 1931 – October 6, 2022It is with a deep sense of sadness that we announce the passing of Edith Florence on October 6, 2022 at the age of 91 years.   She was predeceased by her husband of 66 years, William Kenneth Shields on December 24, 2016.  She was also predeceased by her sister Jessie, brother Ken and sister...

Joshua Lee Garcia

Joshua Lee Garcia

Oct 5, 2022

February 11, 1984 – October 5, 2022Joshua Lee Garcia was a caring partner, father, son, brother, & friend. He left this world suddenly on October 5th, 2022 at the age of 38.He was born to Patty & Manuel in Canmore, Alberta on February 11th, 1984. Josh is survived by his partner Cassie, & beloved daughter Ava. Parents, Patty & Manuel...

Herbert Roy Caveny

Herbert Roy Caveny

Sep 16, 2022

February 18, 1929 – September 16, 2022Bert passed away suddenly at Sagewood Care facility in Strathmore on September 16, 2022 at the age of 93.He was a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.  He was predeceased by his loving wife of 66 years, Margaret Alice Emily Caveny in 2017.Bert was passionate and skilled about so many interests including travel, flying his...

Jarrett Louis Poncelet

Jarrett Louis Poncelet

Sep 15, 2022

November 15, 1982 – September 15, 2022Death is not the endDeath is not the endBut the beginningOf a metamorphosis.For matter is never destroyedOnly transformedAnd rearranged –Often more perfectly.Witness how in the moment of a caterpillar’s deathThe beauty of the butterfly is bornAnd released from the prison of the cocoonIt flies free.— Peter TatchellA Celebration of Jarrett’s Life is planned for...

Frederick James (Jim) Williams

Frederick James (Jim) Williams

Sep 9, 2022

April 1927 – September 2022Frederick James (Jim) Williams passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus at the age of 95. Beloved husband to Shirley, father to Jim (Cate), Lori (Fred), Deb (David), Janice (Amal) and Doug, stepfather to Brenda (Richard) and Allan (Cyndi), grandfather to Lucas, Stephanie, Tiffany, Lynzee, Abby, Nicolette, David, Alyson, Meghan, Daniel, Michael, Brianna, Emily and Christopher,...

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