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Percy Sykes

Percy Sykes

Jan 27, 2018

The family of Percy Sykes announce the peaceful passing of their esteemed husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather on Saturday, January 27th, 2018 in Okotoks, Alberta, Canada at the age of 82 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his cherished wife, Audrey. They would have celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on May 31 of this year. He will be greatly...

Toni Leigh Urban

Toni Leigh Urban

Jan 23, 2018

With broken hearts we announce the passing of Toni at the age of 49. Toni faced much adversity in her life, but in spite of these challenges, maintained an extremely kind heart and a great capacity for love. She enjoyed being outdoors at her grandparents farm and working with race horses with her Dad. She was never happier than spending...

Harold Oliver Payne

Harold Oliver Payne

Jan 23, 2018

Harold Oliver Payne passed away peacefully Tuesday January 23, 2018 at 89 years of age. Harold will be lovingly remembered by many including his children: Danny (Elaine) Payne, Randy (Meining) Payne, Hilda Payne, Dorie (Stewart) Henry, Judy (Clark) Jensen and Shaun (Dawn) Payne; 28 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, siblings: Fayetta (Ray) Western, Nawana Payne and Rae (Pam) Payne; sister-in-law Margaret...

Vernon Delbert Goodwin

Vernon Delbert Goodwin

Jan 22, 2018

Early this week Vern Goodwin passed away peacefully at home at age 86. His greatest source of joy was serving his family; his wife Norma, who passed away 15 years ago; his three sons Larry, Earl and Rick; his much-loved daughters-in-law, Donna, Michele and Karen; six grandchildren and two great grandsons who were a source of enormous pride and happiness...

Darren Van Thiesen

Darren Van Thiesen

Jan 20, 2018

We are saddened to announce the passing of Darren Van Thiesen. Darren passed away suddenly on Jan 20. Darren was born in Saskatoon on April 4 1961. He spent most of his childhood and life in and around the Calgary area. In 1982 Darren married Maggie Thiesen who went on to have four children with him. Throughout the years he...

Flora May Aldea Klyne

Flora May Aldea Klyne

Jan 19, 2018

It is with great sadness that the family of Mrs. Flora Klyne (Nee Lambert) announces her passing on January 19, 2018, in Calgary at the age of 78 years. Flora will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 60 years, Nelson Klyne, her children Wayne Klyne, Joanne (Klyne) (Michael) Furino, Maureen (Lynne) Klyne-Garneau, Sandra Klyne and Randy (Tammy) Klyne; her...

Barbara May Davidson

Barbara May Davidson

Jan 18, 2018

Barbara May (Grant) Davidson, age 63 of Calgary passed away on January 18, 2018. Barbara was born on September 7, 1954 in Bellshill, Glasgow to Robert and Sarah Grant. Barbara is survived by her husband, Roy Davidson of Calgary, Alberta; daughter, Renee Hoyle of Calgary, Alberta; Grandson, Keaton Hoyle of Edmonton, Alberta; Siblings, Sadie (Brent) Dancey of Calgary, Alberta, Heather...

Adam Jared Graves

Adam Jared Graves

Jan 18, 2018

Adam Jared Graves, passed away suddenly on January 18, 2018 in Langdon, Alberta at the age of 32 years. He was born on April 17, 1985 in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia.Adam has impacted many lives with his amazing sense of humor and willingness to help anyone who needed him. He loved nothing more than his KTM motorbikes, camping, woodworking and repairing...

Anne Munro

Anne Munro

Jan 16, 2018

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Mother , Anne Munro. Mom was born in Calgary on January 16, 1919 and lived a full and happy life. She worked in the hospitality and service industry, including being the first female bell hop in Calgary at the Wales Hotel. For 8 years she ran an elevator...

Louis Evald Dambitis

Louis Evald Dambitis

Jan 16, 2018

Lou Dambitis passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2018 at the age of 84 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 61 years Ursula; children Jerry Dambitis, Susan (Wade) Cooper and John (Kami) Dambitis; grandchildren Jeremy (Chelsea), Trevor, Jessica, Justin and Gregory; and brother Uldis Dambitis. A Funeral Service will be held for Lou at Pierson’s Forest...

Dora Estelle Brown

Dora Estelle Brown

Jan 16, 2018

Dora Estelle Brown, age 92, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2018 at Foothills Hospital in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Dora was born in Seven Persons, Alberta on July 19, 1925. She was the fifth of eight children and was raised on a farm near Gleichen, Alberta. Dora lived a full a productive life and is now reunited with her beloved...

Jack Urness

Jack Urness

Jan 15, 2018

Jack Urness passed away on Monday, January 15, 2018 at the age of 80 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Brenda, of 45 years; his sons, Daryl (Sandra), Douglas(Sandy) and Stephen; his grandchildren Christina (John), Russell (Brittany), Stuart (Morgan), Philip(Justine), Stephanie, Vincent, Kevin and David, his 9 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He is also...

Susan Lovenia Walsh

Susan Lovenia Walsh

Jan 12, 2018

Funeral Home:Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel4121 – 17 Avenue SECalgary, ABCA T2A 0T1

Lesley Wilma Secreto

Lesley Wilma Secreto

Jan 10, 2018

Lesley Secreto passed away on Wednesday January 10, 2018 at the age of 55 years. She will be greatly missed by her loving family and friends. A private service will be held at a later date. Messages of condolence may be forwarded to the family at www.piersons.ca.Funeral Home:Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel4121 – 17 Avenue SECalgary, ABCA T2A 0T1

Mary Anne Grassl

Mary Anne Grassl

Jan 10, 2018

Mary Grassl passed away on Wednesday January 10, 2018 at the age of 101 years. She was born in Big Sandy, Montana to Peter and Annie Gurski. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. A Funeral Service will be held for Mary at a later date. Messages of condolence may be forwarded to the family at www.piersons.ca.

Marion Lesway

Marion Lesway

Jan 7, 2018

Marion Elda Lesway, age 64 of Calgary passed away peacefully on January 7, 2018. Friends are invited to a Memorial Service which will take place on Friday, January 12, 2018 at Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel.Funeral Home:Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel4121 – 17 Avenue SECalgary, ABCA T2A 0T1

Ellen Emma Sophia Penny

Ellen Emma Sophia Penny

Jan 7, 2018

Ellen Penny passed away on Sunday January 7, 2018 in Calgary, AB. She was born June 6, 1924 on the Jackson family farm near Strongfield, SK as the 10th of 13 children to parents John and Emma Jackson. John died when she was 6 and Emma when she was 10 leaving her to be raised by several older brothers and...

Sharon Joy Green

Sharon Joy Green

Jan 5, 2018

Sharon Joy Green, age 66 of Calgary, Alberta passed away on January 5, 2018 in Calgary. She was born in Calgary to Ruth and Earl Morris. The family would like to invite friends to attend a Memorial Service to be held at Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel at 3:00 PM on Saturday, January 20, 2018.Funeral Home:Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel4121 – 17...

Ralph Copeland Winters

Ralph Copeland Winters

Dec 30, 2017

Memorial ServiceThe Service is scheduled for Saturday June 2, 2018 @ 1:00 PMRalphs greatest enjoyment in life, besides his wife, children, grand children, great grandchildren and Church was his zest for Aviation and Flying. He truly loved his airport and airplanes.As a fitting final send off a Memorial is scheduled for Saturday June 2, 2018 at the Airport he established...

Delorna Mae Taylor

Delorna Mae Taylor

Dec 29, 2017

Delorna Mae Taylor passed away at Tudor Manor on Friday, December 29, 2017 at the age of 82 years. She is predeceased by her husband, Gordon and survived by her children, Debbie (John) Martin, Wendi (Bill) Grieve, Michael (Trudy) Taylor; grandchildren Christopher and Lee Grieve, Brett (Izzie) Monro and great-grandchild, Tristran Monro. Mom will be remembered for her positive outlook...