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Gordon Allan Scott

Gordon Allan Scott

Oct 29, 2024

Gordon Scott passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at the age of 87 years. Gordon will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Barbara Ann Rawsthorne Scott; their six wonderful children: Craig Scott (Angela) of Calgary, Susan Vermunt (Rick) of Airdrie, Karyn Drake (Troy) of Kathryn, AB, Jason Scott (Rebecca) of Herriman, UT, Jeffrey Scott of Calgary...

Caroline Beverly Mhlanga

Caroline Beverly Mhlanga

Oct 24, 2024

Caroline Beverly Mhlanga passed away in Ica, Peru a place she called paradise, on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at the age of 55 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, Natasha Vanessa Valery Sibanda of Calgary, AB; her siblings, Sevi Mhlanga of Nelspruit, South Africa, Irvine (Sikhangezile) Mhlanga of Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, and Gracious Mhlanga of Durban, South Africa;...

Tommy Gordon Grant

Tommy Gordon Grant

Oct 24, 2024

Tommy Grant passed away at the South Health Campus in Calgary on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at the age of 68 years. 

Tom is survived by his wife of 38 years, Jodi; children, Stephanie Grant and Ericka Grant (Tyler Broer); two grandchildren, Garret & Kylie Broer all of Calgary; siblings, Danny (Charlette) Saprikin of Edmonton, Jimmy of Lethbridge and Eddy of...

Ian Stobie

Ian Stobie

Oct 24, 2024

On Thursday, October 24, 2024 Mr. Ian Stobie, beloved husband of Olga Stobie of Calgary, Alberta passed away at the age of 82 years.

Ian was born in England, then moved to Scotland with his mother Janet. Ian and his mom immigrated to Canada in 1950. He resided in Vancouver, British Columbia, and it was there where he worked as a...

Beverly "Ann" Sallenbach

Beverly "Ann" Sallenbach

Oct 21, 2024

Ann passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024, at the age of 91 years. Born in Balzac, Alberta, she was the second of four children born to Elva and Sylvan. The family moved to Rosemary, Alberta in the early 1940's and resided there for several years. In 1951, Ann married Lloyd and together they welcomed four children in just ten...

Douglas Hardie Skoyles

Douglas Hardie Skoyles

Oct 21, 2024

The Reverend Canon Douglas H. Skoyles, S.S.C. passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024, at the age of 79 years.

Fr. Douglas has served the church in Calgary from 1969 to 2024. He was Assistant Curate and Rector to many parishes in the Anglican Diocese of Calgary, including St. Barnabas Church, Christ Church, St. Martin’s, and St. George’s in the Pines,...

Cameron Paul Lund

Cameron Paul Lund

Oct 20, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our dear husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, Cameron Lund. He passed away peacefully on October 20, 2024. 

Cameron was born May 31, 1942 in Raymond, Alberta, where he was raised along with his two brothers. Always full of energy, Cam played sports, with basketball being his favorite. Cam played...

Florence Leona Sonnleitner

Florence Leona Sonnleitner

Oct 19, 2024

Florence Leona Sonnleitner was born on Monday May 6, 1940, in Saskatchewan, and was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother,  great grandmother and friend who touched the lives of everyone she encountered. She was as welcoming as her open door, offering a safe space to all who needed it. Florence embodied kindness, generosity, and warmth. She spent 30 years serving...

Michael Arnett Ross

Michael Arnett Ross

Oct 11, 2024

Mike Ross passed away in Calgary on Friday October 11, 2024.

Mike is survived by his cousins, Robert, Ken and Debbie Letcher and predeceased by his parents, Grant and Helen.

Cremation has taken place. Urn interment will take place in Nordegg Cemetery at a later date.

Michael Andre Vesterfelt

Michael Andre Vesterfelt

Oct 10, 2024

Michael Andre Vesterfelt was born on Saturday, June 16 1962 in Peterborough, Ontario  and passed on Thursday, October 10, 2024 in Calgary, Alberta at the age of 62.  

Michael was born in St. Joseph's Hospital to Veronica and Gerald and baptized in the Catholic faith. Although he didn't believe in the church, he was a firm believer in God. A...

Gerald Eugene Lenz

Gerald Eugene Lenz

Oct 10, 2024

Gerald "Gerry" Eugene Lenz was born on May 6, 1943 to Ida and Robert Lenz in Mission, British Columbia and passed away peacefully on October 10, 2024 at the age of 81 years in Calgary, Alberta. 

Gerry was known for his ability to problem solve and as an avid electrician and craftsman. All his skills and trades were learned through trial...

Loretta Faiman

Loretta Faiman

Oct 8, 2024

Loretta Faiman passed away on October 8, 2024. 

Loretta was born in Šušnjevica in Istria, Croatia on September 5, 1934.

Her and her husband, Joakin and their daughter left for Italy in 1957. After 3 years, they left Italy for a new life in Canada in September of 1960, settling first in Patricia, Alberta on a farm and then Calgary. Loretta and...

Jackie Lynn Ryan

Jackie Lynn Ryan

Oct 7, 2024

Jackie Lynn Ryan, a cherished daughter, devoted sister, and beloved aunt, passed away peacefully on October 7 2024, at the Peter Lougheed Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Born February 18, 1966, in Calgary, Jackie was a beacon of creativity and humor throughout her life.

Jackie's artistic spirit was unmatched; she possessed an extraordinary ability to transform her surroundings into a...

Markus Gerhard Lukin

Markus Gerhard Lukin

Oct 4, 2024

Markus "Mark" Gerhard Lukin was born on Monday, March 13, 1961 to Threasa and Gerry Lueckgen and passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024 at the age of 63. 

He is survived by his  Sisters Willie and Crystal; Brother David and many close friends.He is predeceased by his Mother Threasa ; Father Gerry and brother, Terry Lueckgen.

Mark spent many years working...

Marlene Gladys Fidler

Marlene Gladys Fidler

Oct 4, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the tragic passing of our beloved mother, Marlene Gladys Fidler, aged 57 years old. 

 Marlene was born in Flin Flon, Manitoba, on August 30, 1967 and went home to Creator on October 4, 2024, in Calgary, Alberta. 

 Our mom is survived by her loving children, son, Michael Mathie and daughter, Brittanie Chabot. Seven grandchildren,...

Lawrence Wesley Hanson

Lawrence Wesley Hanson

Oct 4, 2024

On Friday, October 4, 2024, we said goodbye to Lawrence Wesley Hanson, a beloved husband to Joyce, on what would have been their 66th wedding anniversary. Born in rural Saskatchewan in 1935, Lawrence lived a rich and fulfilling life, grounded in his love for family, his dedicated career as a banker, and his deep faith.

For the past six years, Lawrence...

James "Jim" Michael Irwin

James "Jim" Michael Irwin

Oct 4, 2024

James “Jim” Michael Irwin passed away at the age of 69 on October 4, 2024 in Magrath, Alberta, with his family by his side, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Jim was born on November 6, 1954 in Swift Current, Saskatchewan, the oldest of three children born to H. James and Barbara L. (Nadeau) Irwin. Jim’s family moved...

H. Wayne Clemmer

H. Wayne Clemmer

Oct 3, 2024

Wayne Clemmer passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2024 at the age of 89 years. 

Wayne is predeceased by his parents, Harold and Gladys Clemmer and survived by his wife of 61 years, Darlene; son, Michael, daughter, Andrea; grandchildren, Shane & Jaclynn; sister, Gayle Dunsmore; along with extended family. 

Wayne was born and raised in Calgary, where he worked as a Realtor...

Dustin Wilfred Roy Goodhue

Dustin Wilfred Roy Goodhue

Sep 30, 2024

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our son Dustin Goodhue. Dustin passed unexpectedly at the age of 35, on Sept. 30,2024 . 

He leaves to mourn his mother Bonnie Shalanski; his father Tim (Cheryl) Goodhue; brother Grant (Lexi) Goodhue; nephew Oz and niece Kallie; step sister Shania and half brother Skyler Goodhue. He also leaves to mourn...

Melvin Alexander Saleski

Melvin Alexander Saleski

Sep 28, 2024

Melvin was born in the small town of Wilkie, Saskatchewan and lived on a tiny farm on the outskirts right across from the train tracks. He loved the outdoors and yet had the ability to keep very busy in the house. For example, at a surprisingly young age he would do things like take apart the family toaster and then...