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Roberta "Robbi" Kathleen Allison Marquardt

Roberta "Robbi" Kathleen Allison Marquardt

Jul 15, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Roberta “Robbi” Kathleen Allison Marquardt in Calgary on July 15, 2024. 

Robbi was born at Drumheller, Alberta on November 4, 1963, second child of Dick and Judy Marquardt. Robbi grew up in Coleman, Alberta where she was a talented athlete, including competing in gymnastics and working as a lifeguard while...

Mary Rose Gibson (née Kirk)

Mary Rose Gibson (née Kirk)

Jul 15, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Rose Gibson, of Calgary, Alberta. Mary was a dedicated Administrative Assistant for the City of Calgary for over 20 years working for Fleet Services and the Calgary City Police. 

Mary was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia to parents Patricia and Kenneth Kirk. She started her career in Halifax, N.S....

Darren Robert McDowell

Darren Robert McDowell

Jul 13, 2024

Darren McDowell passed away suddenly at home on Saturday, July 13, 2024 at the age of 43 years. He will be lovingly remembered by is children, Xavier, Seth, Kade and Jessenia; mother Kathy English; father John McDowell; brother Steven McDowell; and many more family and friends. He was predeceased by his brothers Tyler McDowell and Justin McDowell, grandparents Bob &...

Leila Anderson

Leila Anderson

Jul 13, 2024

Anna Leila Anderson (née Cumming) beloved wife, mother and grandmother passed away peacefully with family by her side on Saturday, July 13, 2024 at the age of 90 years. She is lovingly remembered by her children, Bruce (Anna), Glenn, and Janet (Greg); as well as Leila's grandchildren, Brenna, Aydan, Megan, Cody (Drew), Ginny and Sam. She was predeceased by her...

Donna Kaquitts

Donna Kaquitts

Jul 11, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Wapa tunk tunga/Donna Kaquitts, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, and aunt, who left us peacefully on July 11, 2024. Donna was a cherished member of her Iyethka community and family, known for her warmth, generosity, and unwavering love for those around her.  

Donna was predeceased by her...

Kenneth Lloyd Anderson

Kenneth Lloyd Anderson

Jul 9, 2024

It is with deep sadness that the family of Kenneth Anderson announce his passing on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at Newport Harbour, Park Place Senior Living in Calgary, Alberta, at the age of 94.

Besides his loving wife, Ruby, Kenneth is survived by his children, Yvonne (Roy) O'Sullivan, Leonard (Sonia) Anderson, Lenford (Audrey) Anderson, and Errol (Blythe) Anderson; eleven grandchildren and...

Mack Leroy Lussier

Mack Leroy Lussier

Jul 8, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce that our beloved father, son, brother, uncle, friend and husband Mack Lussier; passed away on Monday, July 8, 2024 at the age of 81 years with his son, Marcel by his side. 

 He will be lovingly remembered by his 6 children, Mack’s daughters, Virginia, Barbara, Anita, Bonnie, and his “baby girl" April; His...

Judy Mae Billington

Judy Mae Billington

Jul 6, 2024

Judy Billington passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2024 at the age of 69 years. 

She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 30 years, Warren; children, Teri, Tara (Kevin) & Robert (Tomika); grandchildren, Kayleemae, Jordyn & Charlee; six great-grandchildren; siblings, Cindy, Russ, Donnie, Diane & Christa; and extended family. She is predeceased by two brothers, Robert & Lloyd and...

James Larry Nieckar

James Larry Nieckar

Jul 3, 2024

With sadness we announce that James Larry Nieckar passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at the Peter Lougheed Centre in Calgary, Alberta, at the age of 69. 

Born in Invermay, Saskatchewan, James later moved with his family to Calgary, Alberta where a majority of his life was spent in the Forest Lawn area. He attended Holy Trinity Elementary School, Bishop...

Clara Elizabeth 'Betty' McKinnon (nee Barrett)

Clara Elizabeth 'Betty' McKinnon (nee Barrett)

Jul 2, 2024

It is with unspeakable sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our precious mother, Clara Elizabeth (Betty) McKinnon at 1:39 am on Tuesday, July 2nd, 2024, of natural causes at the age of 98. She was surrounded by loved ones at her passing. The mother of 10 children who admired and adored her, she was loved by all who...

Kerry Shane O'Bray

Kerry Shane O'Bray

Jul 2, 2024

Kerry Shane O'Bray passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, in Calgary, Alberta at the age of 75 years. 

He was a dedicated logistics professional in the supply chain industry, known for his hard work and commitment to his work and his family.

Kerry’s life was filled with many accomplishments, including serving a mission for the church as a young adult. Throughout...

Lisa Marie Stewart

Lisa Marie Stewart

Jun 30, 2024

Lisa Stewart passed away at Calgary South Health Campus on Sunday, June 30, 2024 at the age of 62 years. 

Lisa will be warmly and lovingly remembered by her mother, Delia; brother, Cam and his wife Marina Stewart of Calgary; nieces and nephews, Jessica Stewart, Connie (Farooq) Haider, Jason (Marcella) Smith, Tim (Leah) Stewart, & Noel (Karen) Stewart; grand-nieces and grand-nephews,...

Brett Tolman Prince

Brett Tolman Prince

Jun 29, 2024

The family of Brett Prince announce his sudden passing on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at the age of 65 years at the South Health Campus in Calgary, Alberta. 

Brett was born September 9, 1958 in Calgary. He attended Lord Beaverbrook High School and after graduating Brett served a two year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in...

Claudia Mazalin

Claudia Mazalin

Jun 28, 2024

Claudia Mazalin, beloved mother, cherished sister, and dear friend, passed away peacefully in Calgary, Alberta on June 28, 2024, at the age of 70. Born on May 12, 1954, in Ljubljana, Slovenia, Claudia's life was a testament to resilience, love, and generosity.

Claudia's journey began in Slovenia, where she spent her formative years with her Grandmother and surrounded by family and...

Diane Mizue Lyseng

Diane Mizue Lyseng

Jun 28, 2024

Diane, beloved mother of Stephan and Kari, passed away suddenly at home, in Calgary, Alberta on Friday, June 28, 2024.

Diane was born on January 28, 1944 in Tashme, British Columbia to Hatsu and Kazuichi Shimozawa. She was the youngest of nine children. Her family left internment in 1946 and immigrated to southern Alberta, where they worked on multiple farms. From...

William (Bill) John Grainger

William (Bill) John Grainger

Jun 27, 2024

Bill Grainger, also known as William John Paavola, will be lovingly remembered by family and friends. He was born in Nordegg, AB and raised in Canmore, AB by Ralph and Doris Grainger (both deceased). In early childhood, prior to joining the Grainger family, he suffered a traumatic brain injury which left him with lifelong challenges. 

Bill loved music, animals, football and...

Victorio "Victor" Adarne Gutierrez

Victorio "Victor" Adarne Gutierrez

Jun 26, 2024

Victorio “Victor” Adarne Gutierrez, 63, passed away peacefully, with his family by his side, on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 in Calgary, Alberta, after a long battle with cancer.

Born on December 23, 1960, to Florencio and Rosa Gutierrez in Bukidnon, Philippines, Victor’s life was marked by hard work, dedication, and love.

After graduating in mechanics in the Philippines, Victor moved to Canada...

Mavis Dorothy Gulutzan (née Latimer)

Mavis Dorothy Gulutzan (née Latimer)

Jun 25, 2024

Mavis Dorothy Gulutzan, 76, of Calgary, Alberta, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 after a re-occurrence of cancer. Mavis was born on March 26, 1948 to Beatrice and James Latimer in Tisdale, SK. Mavis pursued a career in hair dressing and set up her business with her close friend and business partner, Marion Pearson in Hudson Bay, SK. M&M...

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Jun 20, 2024

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Delmer Nicholas Yaskiw

Delmer Nicholas Yaskiw

Jun 19, 2024

On Wednesday, June 19, 2024 Delmer Yaskiw, beloved husband of Donna Yaskiw of Calgary, Alberta passed away at the age of 71 years.

Delmer Nicholas Yaskiw, son of Stephen Yaskiw and Mary Nychuk, was born on May 22, 1953 in Shoal Lake District Hospital, Shoal Lake, Manitoba. One of four children (Lorraine, Leonard, and Beverly), Del grew up on the family...