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William Thomas Kennett

William Thomas Kennett

Sep 18, 2016

William T. Kennett (Billy) passed away peacefully at the Peter Lougheed Hospital on Sunday September 18, 2016, at the age of 56. He’s survived by his loving wife Heather, four children, Kaitlind (Neal), Meagan (Dustin), Kristopher, Kimberly (Josh) and two grandsons, Brayden and Grayson. Billy also leaves to mourn his mother Williamena, sister Myra (Richard), nieces, nephews and in-laws. He...

Renee Joyce Latham

Renee Joyce Latham

Sep 18, 2016

Renee Joyce (McBean) Latham, age 84 of Calgary, Alberta passed away peacefully on September 18, 2016 in Calgary. Joyce was born on December 31, 1931 in Niagara Falls, Ontario to Hershel and Renee McBean. She is survived by her children, Jimmi McBean, Diane James, Gary Latham, Cheryl Wilson, Laura Zemlanko and Tammy Baum. She is preceded in death by her...

Brian Hansen Nelson

Brian Hansen Nelson

Sep 17, 2016

Brian passed away on Saturday, September 17th, 2016, at the age of 87 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 61 years, Bernice; children, Wade (Gloria) Nelson, Stephen Nelson, Caroline (Richard) Harris, Laurel (Chuck) Ursenbach, Tracey (Glenn) Davidsen, Howard Nelson (Tolu), Barbra (Mathew) Williams; 28 grand-children and 7 great-grand-children; last surviving sister Jean Card and many more...

Howard Delbert Thompson

Howard Delbert Thompson

Sep 15, 2016

It is with heavy sadden hearts that the family of Howard Thompson announce his passing on Thursday, September 15, 2016 at the age of 69 years. Howard will be lovingly remembered by his wife Jean, his children, grandchildren, brothers and sisters and their spouses, nieces and nephews, and his dear friends. Howard was pre-deceased by his daughter Tammy Lee Thompson;...

Carolyn Angellika Richards

Carolyn Angellika Richards

Sep 15, 2016

Carolyn Richards passed away on Thursday, September 15, 2016 at the age of 43 years. Carolyn will be forever remembered by her parents Barry and Alice Richards. A Funeral Service will be held for Carolyn at Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel (4121 – 17 Avenue SE, Calgary) on Sunday, September 25, 2016 at 12:00 pm.

Andrew Patrick Gallant

Andrew Patrick Gallant

Sep 14, 2016

Brenda, Wendell, and Ricki McCance are most saddened to announce the sudden passing of their son and brother. He was predeceased by his brother, Dennis McCance. A Funeral Service will be held for Andrew at Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel (4121 17 Ave SE, Calgary, AB) on Saturday, September 24, 2016 at 10:00 am. Andrew will be sadly missed and remembered...

Olev Timma

Olev Timma

Sep 13, 2016

It is with sadness the friends of Olev Timma announce his passing on Tuesday, September 13, 2016 of our friend and neighbor at the age of 91. Olev was born and grew up in his native land of Estonia. With serious wounds he was helped to England during the Second World War and after recovery immigrated to Canada were he...

Iain Ferguson Dackers

Iain Ferguson Dackers

Sep 13, 2016

Ann, Lee, Lesley and family are saddened to announce the passing of their husband, father and grandfather on September 13, 2016 at the age of 75 years. Iain fought a courageous battle with cancer for many years. Iain moved from Scotland to Calgary with his family in 1975 and worked in the automotive industry till retirement. He will be missed...

Rosanna Jackson

Rosanna Jackson

Sep 10, 2016

Loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother Rosanna Jackson passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 10, 2016 in Calgary, Alberta at the age of 84 years. Rosanna’s memory will be cherished by her devoted husband, Charles “Harvey”; loving children, Colleen and Don (Susan); and her grandson, Marc (Lindsay), and great grandchildren, Taylor and Kylie, who she truly adored.Born in Edmonton,...

Chase James Michael Prescott

Chase James Michael Prescott

Sep 7, 2016

On Wednesday, September 7, 2016 another young angel was taken to heaven, we lost Chase James Michael Prescott at the age of 18 years. He was a loving son, brother, uncle and friend. He was born in Fort McMurray, AB and raised in Calgary, AB. He was predeceased by his stepfather Michael Spurrell and leaves behind his father, Richard Prescott;...

Marilyn Ann Roberton

Marilyn Ann Roberton

Sep 5, 2016

With broken hearts we announce the passing of Marilyn Ann Roberton ‘Granny’ on September 05, 2016. With humble prayers we rejoice that Marilyn has gone home to her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Marilyn was born and raised in her family’s Calgary home. With Christ as her Saviour her calling was such a blessing to others as she traveled to...

Desiree Yasmin Chappell

Desiree Yasmin Chappell

Sep 4, 2016

Desiree Chappell passed away on Sunday, September 4, 2016 at the age of 46 years. A Funeral Service will be held for Desiree at Pierson`s Forest Lawn Chapel on Saturday, September 17, 2016 at 1:00 pm with a reception to follow.If friends so desire, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made directly to Calgary Health Trust (Mental Health...

Francisco Cardoso Enes

Francisco Cardoso Enes

Sep 2, 2016

It is with great sadness that the family of Francisco Enes announces his passing at the age of 82 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his children, Luisa Enes-Zizek (David), Angelina Plested (Greg), Lina Groarke (Sean), and Frank Enes (Sherrie); along with his eight grandchildren. Francisco was predeceased by his loving wife Margarida. A Prayer Service will be held...

Jeffery Brent Culford

Jeffery Brent Culford

Sep 1, 2016

Jeffery Brent Culford born on December 2, 1972, passed away on Thursday, September 1, 2016 at the age of 43 years. Jeff is survived by his mother Ann Culford; his sister Tracey Gledhill; his brother Dan Culford; his two nieces and nephew. Jeff was predeceased by his father William Bruce Culford and his brother Shane David Culford. A Celebration of...

Lila Vera Dale

Lila Vera Dale

Aug 30, 2016

On August 30, 2016, Lila Dale passed away peacefully at the age of 95. Born in Port Sydney, ON, she was the first in her family to move to Toronto where she worked at Texaco until she married the love of her life, Bill Dale. She lovingly raised two children – Clyde and Deborah and welcomed 4 grandsons into the...

Danilo Milan Lah

Danilo Milan Lah

Aug 30, 2016

Danilo Milan Lah of Airdrie, passed away peacefully on Tuesday August 30, 2016 in his home with family by his side at the age of 84. Danilo is survived by his three children, Dan, Ruben, and Silvana; five grandchildren, Roman, Danielle, Quinton, Nathan, and Jordan; one great granddaughter, Christina, and one great grandson, Rowan. Danilo is predeceased by his wife...

Sherman Alexander Rausch

Sherman Alexander Rausch

Aug 27, 2016

Sherman Rausch passed away on Saturday, August 27, 2016 at the age of 60 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his three sons Alex, Terrance, and Vaughn. A Celebration of Sherman’s Life is being planned by his family for a later date.

Helen K Greep

Helen K Greep

Aug 24, 2016

Helen Kirkham Greep passed away peacefully on August 24, 2016 with her children and family by her side. She is survived by her three loving children Tori (Jeff) Blomquist of Aloha, OR, Taran (Laura) Greep of Peoria, AZ, Tasha Greep of Arlington Virginia and predeceased by one son Tyler Greep. Helen is also survived by three grandchildren Todd, Taylor and...

Lorne Francis Mackinnon

Lorne Francis Mackinnon

Aug 24, 2016

Born in Halifax, NS; he passed away peacefully at home after a battle with cancer, with his loyal canine companion, Spook, by his side. Lorne had a fondness for his classic cars, quadding, and dirt biking but his most joy came from sitting around his backyard campfire just shooting the breeze with his great friends and Spook. He loved to...

Gordy Bodhaine

Gordy Bodhaine

Aug 23, 2016

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