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Robert Allen Aldridge

Robert Allen Aldridge

Aug 15, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robert Allen Aldridge, fondly known to many as Bobby, on Saturday, August 15, 2026, in Calgary, Alberta. Born on Friday, January 28, 1966, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Robert lived a life marked by warmth, perseverance, and a steadfast dedication to those he loved.

Bobby's life was enriched by the love and partnership he shared...

Denise Arlene Siemens

Denise Arlene Siemens

Aug 13, 2026

Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, Denise Arlene Siemens, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 13, 2026, surrounded by her daughters as she made her transition from this life into eternity and into the loving arms of her Savior.

Denise was born on July 8, 1935, in Lethbridge, Alberta, to Herbert Olaf Birkness and Lucille Mary Elizabeth McIlveen. She...

Tori Tamicka Khadine Rowe

Tori Tamicka Khadine Rowe

Aug 8, 2026

With heavy yet grateful hearts, we honor the life and cherish the memory of Tori Tamicka Khadine Rowe, who departed this world on August 8, 2026, at the age of 32. Born on December 20, 1993, in Calgary, Tori’s time among us was marked by an abundance of kindness, generosity of spirit, and an unyielding commitment to those she loved...

Sharon Ann Nickerson-Kroeker (née Deveau)

Sharon Ann Nickerson-Kroeker (née Deveau)

Aug 21, 2026

Sharon Ann Nickerson-Kroeker, affectionately known as Chey, was born on November 30, 1953, in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. She passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on August 21, 2026, at Foothills Hospital in Calgary, Alberta, surrounded by her loving family. Chey was the beloved daughter of Florence and Benoit Deveau, who predeceased her, and she carried their love and values with her...

Halton Oliver Reid

Halton Oliver Reid

Aug 20, 2026

Halton Oliver Reid was born on August 14, 1935, in Falmouth, Jamaica, to his parents, Augustos Reid and Dorkus Henry. One of six children, he enjoyed a happy childhood filled with playing cricket and dominoes.

In his twenties, Halton made the decision to join the police force in Kingston, Jamaica. He proudly served as a police officer for 20 years. He...

Richard "Dick" McHugh

Richard "Dick" McHugh

Aug 20, 2026

Richard was born and raised in Ottawa, Ontario. He was a mechanic by trade and when he moved to Calgary he eventually took work at Standen's where he worked for many years. He was competent, hard working and skilled at his trade. He loved cars! Richard had a love of life and enjoyed many things. Traveling to BC was a...

Danilo Recto Valdez

Danilo Recto Valdez

Aug 19, 2026

With sadness we announce the passing of Danilo Recto Valdez of Calgary, Alberta on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at the age of 86.

He will be lovingly remembered by his children, Helen Grau Love of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Marilyn Valdez of Baguio City, Philippines, Foster Valdez of Baguio City, Philippines, Virginia Berato of Baguio City, Philippines; grandchildren, Jonah and Bob Bouwense...

Reginald Cecil Clowes

Reginald Cecil Clowes

Aug 19, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Reginald “Reg” on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at the age of 90 years after a brief battle with cancer. Reg is dearly missed by his beloved wife of 66 years, Marjory and their four sons, Randy (Judi), Ron (April), Brent (Crystal) and Craig. He is also...

Melvin Jay Vance

Melvin Jay Vance

Aug 18, 2026

Melvin Vance passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at the age of 83 years. He will be greatly missed by his seven children (they are all boys except for five), Jayson "Jay" Vance (Gail) of Calgary, Rosemary “Rose” Hudson (Timothy) of Airdrie, Michelle Beutler (Ron) of Mapleton, Utah, Adam Vance (Lyndi) of Saratoga Springs, UT, Heather Hafen (Jared)...

Kenneth Harry Christensen

Kenneth Harry Christensen

Aug 18, 2026

Kenneth Harry Christensen passed away peacefully after a brief and unexpected battle with pancreatic cancer.

Born on October 4, 1955, in Edmonton, Ken was predeceased by his parents, George and Melinda Christensen; his beloved son, Trevor; and his brothers, Dale and Leslie.

Ken possessed a remarkable intellect and an insatiable curiosity about the world. He began university at the age of sixteen...

Orville Russell Eby

Orville Russell Eby

Aug 18, 2026

Peace, Restful Peace.

Orville passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. He was a wonderful husband to Fran, father to stepsons Scott Fafard (Kim), Jeff Fafard (Amber), Gampa to Finn and Thane, and the best Grampa Walks to many family and friends' pets. In addition to these family members, he will be missed by several nieces, nephews, and...

David Glen Cairns

David Glen Cairns

Aug 12, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to David Glen Cairns, a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, friend, and grandfather.

David was married to the love of his life, Wendy McCaffrey Cairns, who stood by his side through every chapter of their life together. Their love and devotion to one another were an inspiration to everyone who knew them.

David...

Barbara Ann Vincent (née Lee)

Barbara Ann Vincent (née Lee)

Aug 11, 2026

With deep sadness we announce the passing of Barbara Ann Vincent (née Lee) on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 in Calgary, Alberta at the age of 50 years.

Barbara Ann Vincent (nee Lee) was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta. Those that were closest to her knew her as a kind, beautiful soul. She was there for anyone. She graduated from Crescent...

Emile Andruchuk

Emile Andruchuk

Aug 10, 2026

With heavy hearts, we say goodbye to Emile, a man who lived his life in his own way and stayed true to himself until the very end.

Emile was stubborn. He was hard-headed. And he was proud of both. He wasn't the kind of man who easily changed his mind or let someone else tell him how to live. He was...

Carolyn Emily Finlayson

Carolyn Emily Finlayson

Aug 6, 2026

Carolyn Finlayson passed away at the Rockyview General Hospital on Thursday, August 6, 2026 at the age of 85 years.

She is survived by her children, Susan (David) Bueckert, Karen Finlayson & John Finlayson (Ronald Scheetz); four grandchildren, Jason (Erin) Bueckert, Rochelle (Carlos) Kajorrine, Jennifer (Daniel) Arygon & Richard Bueckert; great-grandchildren, Hannah, Faith, Hope, Ella, Charity, Rachel, Gabrile, James, Grace &...

Robert Allan Peacock

Robert Allan Peacock

Aug 5, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert "Bobby" "Bob" Peacock on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, in Calgary, Alberta.

Born February 13, 1957, in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He was the beloved son of Robert and Anita Peacock. He is lovingly remembered by his brothers Tom, Dale, Mark, Ken, and sisters, Kerri and Allie. They are heartbroken by the...

Hanna Frieda Hunter

Hanna Frieda Hunter

Aug 5, 2026

With sadness we announce that Hanna passed quietly on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. Hanna was born in Zerbst, Germany to Emma Frieda Stemler Rappsilber and Friedrich Karl Rappsilber. Traumatized by her experiences during WW2, she immigrated to Canada in the spring of 1952 with her husband Verner Breitenstein and their young son Michael. From that point on she considered Canada...

Margaret Sarah Lawrie

Margaret Sarah Lawrie

Aug 3, 2026

With sadness we announce that Margaret Sarah Lawrie passed away on Monday, August 3, 2026 in Calgary, Alberta at the age of 97 years.

Margaret was a remarkable woman whose life was defined by adventure, activity, friendship, and a genuine zest for living.

Raised in Scotland, Margaret moved to Canada in 1951 and made Montreal her home. There, she began her career...

Jennifer Joan Armstrong

Jennifer Joan Armstrong

Aug 2, 2026

Jennifer Armstrong passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2026 at the age of 55 years.

She is survived by her children, Kurtis Armstrong-Sinclair of BC, Nancy Sinclair of Calgary & Ariana Sinclair of Edmonton; mother, Mary Stewart; sister, Ruth (Nick) King of Invermere, brother, Antreo Pukay of Portland, OR; Paternal Grandparents Karl Pukay and Helene Herweg of Cologne, Germany; aunts, Karen...

Joseph Yves Jean-Denis de-Léséleuc

Joseph Yves Jean-Denis de-Léséleuc

Aug 1, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joseph "John" Yves Jean-Denis de-Léséleuc, a truly one-of-a-kind man whose kindness, generosity, and love for others left a lasting mark on everyone fortunate enough to know him.

John had a deep appreciation for the outdoors and enjoyed hunting and fishing throughout his life. He also cherished time spent playing cards...