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Carter Spivak-Villeneuve

Carter Spivak-Villeneuve

Aug 1, 2025

It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of Carter Spivak-Villeneuve, who left this world on August 1, 2025, at the age of 16.

Born on June 8, 2009, Carter was a bright light in the lives of all who knew him. A true people person, he was known for his warmth, kindness, and ability to...

Jeffrey Alan Ruggles

Jeffrey Alan Ruggles

Jun 6, 2026

On Saturday, June 6, 2026 Jeffrey Ruggles, beloved husband of Rachel Ruggles of Calgary, Alberta, passed away at the age of 57 years.

Full obituary to follow.

Fitsum Yared Tekleab

Fitsum Yared Tekleab

Jun 6, 2026

Fitsum Yared Tekleab passed away on June 6, 2026 in Calgary at the age of 52. He was born on April 10, 1974, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Fitsum is survived by his beloved children, Kirubell, Haran, and Divora Yared, all of Calgary, as well as Helen Yared of Montreal and Amen Yared. He was a proud grandfather to Ethan Asimwe, who...

Olive Theresa Emmerson

Olive Theresa Emmerson

Jun 5, 2026

Olive Theresa Emmerson, born on April 29, 1958, in Shawville, Quebec, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2026, in Calgary. She lived a life marked by warmth, devotion, and an enduring commitment to her family, her ever vigilant dog, Bear and community.

Olive was cherished by all who knew her, and her presence will be deeply missed. She is survived by...

David Campbell Day

David Campbell Day

Jun 3, 2026

On Wednesday, June 3, 2026 Mr. David Campbell Day, beloved brother of Leslie Day of Calgary, Alberta passed away at the age of 69 years.

Full obituary to follow.

Brian Douglas Ronbeck

Brian Douglas Ronbeck

Jun 3, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Brian Douglas Ronback, who passed away peacefully at home in Calgary, Alberta, on June 3, 2026, at the age of 73, with his beloved wife, soulmate, and love, Carolyn (Newborn) Ronbeck, by his side.

Brian was born on December 6, 1952, in Port Arthur, Ontario. He was known for his...

Donna Irene Hamill

Donna Irene Hamill

May 25, 2026

It is with profound sadness to share the passing of Donna Irene Hamill on May 25, 2026. After a long and courageous battle, Donna passed away peacefully at 5:50 a.m., held in the arms of her daughter Chelsea.

Family was everything to Mom; she was born and raised in Regina, Saskatchewan. She was a deeply loved granddaughter to the late Anthony...

Debra Elizabeth Ellis (nee Wood)

Debra Elizabeth Ellis (nee Wood)

May 25, 2026

Debra Ellis passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026 at the age of 66 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband Ron; sons William Ellis and Derek Ellis; mother Betty Dunseith; brothers Ken (Sandra) Hartwick, of Abbotsford, BC, Gord (Nancy) Hartwick, of Blind Bay, BC, Fred (Heide) Hartwick, of Calgary, AB, and Terry (Chelsea) Hartwick, of Summerland, BC;...

Darren Neil Henricks

Darren Neil Henricks

May 25, 2026

Darren Neil Henricks died suddenly at Peter Lougheed Centre on May 25, 2026, due to complications brought on by an aggressive stomach cancer. He is survived by his loving common-law spouse, Imelda Sabas, and his older brother, Nelson Henricks.

Darren was born in Radville, Saskatchewan, on July 11, 1967.

With his parents, Neil Henricks and Zelda Nelson, Darren and his big brother...

Stanley Kruk

Stanley Kruk

May 22, 2026

Mr. Stanislaw Kruk was born on March 6, 1930, in Podkonce, county of Ilsa in Poland, in a family of 5 other siblings. He went to technical high school in Radom, Poland, and later to the School of Architecture and Technology, later graduating from the University of Gdansk as a Master of Engineering and Architecture. Stanley worked as director and...

Mary Lynn Smart (nee Patton)

Mary Lynn Smart (nee Patton)

May 18, 2026

Mary Lynn will be sadly missed by her family including her children Bill, David (Linda), and Shelley Kinley; grandchildren Ashley, Matthew (Kayla), Devin (Nicole), Zac (Greer), Mason (Lani), Torin (Ryan), Regan (Emily); honorary grandchildren Braden (Sydney), Avery (Rob); great-grandchildren Tyson, Patrick, Cameron, Everett, William, Rylan, Cohen, Levee, Henderson, Jackson, Leyton, and Brielle.

Mary Lynn was predeceased by her beloved husband, Ernie...

Larry John Halyk

Larry John Halyk

May 17, 2026

Larry John Halyk passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at the age of 71.

Larry lived a full life—one that may have appeared small to some, but to him, it was deeply his own and meaningful. His journey was not always easy, yet it was lived with resilience, individuality, and a quiet strength that carried him through many seasons.

Throughout his...

NGUYỄN HÙNG HẬU

NGUYỄN HÙNG HẬU

May 15, 2026

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TRONG NIỀM TIN VÀO CHÚA KITÔ PHỤC SINHGIA ĐÌNH CHÚNG TÔI TRÂN TRỌNG BÁO TIN:

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Sinh Ngày: 07-03-1970 tại Thanh Hải, Phan Thiết, Việt Nam

Đã được Chúa gọi về lúc 22 giờ 42 phútngày 15 Tháng 05 Năm 2026 tại Calgary, Alberta, Canada

HƯỞNG DƯƠNG: 56 tuổi

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Dennis Neil Bella

Dennis Neil Bella

May 11, 2026

Dennis Neil Bella passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026 in Calgary Alberta at the age of 56 years.

Dennis will be remembered as a kind-hearted, hardworking man who truly valued friendship, family, and the simple joys of life. He had a gift for connecting with people and never hesitated to lend a helping hand wherever it was needed.

One of Dennis’s...

Margaret Thiel

Margaret Thiel

May 10, 2026

Margaret Thiel passed away on Sunday May 10, 2026 at the age of 85 years. 

Margaret was born in Hamburg, Germany. In 1967, she immigrated to Canada with her husband, Joachim and young family. She was a devoted wife and mother. When the children were older, she took up several jobs working mostly in food production and customer service. 

Margaret is survived...

Kenneth Leonard Hore

Kenneth Leonard Hore

May 5, 2026

Kenneth Leonard Hore, a devoted husband of 60 years, loving father, and respected engineer, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026, in Calgary, Alberta. Born on December 30, 1945, in Welland, Ontario, Kenneth dedicated much of his life to his profession and those he held dear.

Throughout his long and fulfilling career, Kenneth excelled as an engineer, bringing dedication and expertise...

Curtis James Costiuk

Curtis James Costiuk

May 3, 2026

On Sunday, May 3, 2026 Curtis James Costiuk, beloved husband of Wendy Ebing and beloved father of Calum and Conner of Calgary, Alberta passed away at the age of 22 years.

Curtis lived his entire life in Calgary, a city that was much more than just home-it was the backdrop to his formative years and cherished memories.

From his early days, Curtis...

Andrew Nelson Keewatin "White Bear Man"

Andrew Nelson Keewatin "White Bear Man"

May 2, 2026

It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my beloved baby boy, Andrew Nelson Keewatin, better known as Juby. His spiritual given name was White Bear Man. Andrew left on May 2, 2026, at the tender age of twenty. He was born on December 30, 2005, at the Rocky View Hospital in Calgary, Alberta to his...

James Scott MacNeil

James Scott MacNeil

May 2, 2026

James “Jim” Scott MacNeil passed away surrounded by love and music on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at the age of 59 years.

Jim was born in New Waterford, Nova Scotia on June 21, 1966, to Adelaide and James MacNeil. He spent most of his childhood in Lethbridge, Alberta, and his teenage years in Prince George, British Columbia, forging lifelong friendships. Jim’s...

Gloria Leshona Martin

Gloria Leshona Martin

Apr 30, 2026

It is with deep sorrow and loving remembrance that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Gloria Martin, who departed this life on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the age of 84.

Gloria was a devoted mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend whose kindness, strength, and caring spirit touched all who knew her. She will be greatly missed...