Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Calgary, AB, Southern Alberta, & Surrounding Areas
Johanna Banke (nee Weyzig)
May 18, 2024
Johanna Banke (nee Weyzig) passed away at the age of 90 years on May 18th, 2024, predeceased by her husband Walter weeks earlier.Johanna was born in Indonesia in 1933, travelled to Holland, married and immigrated to Canada in 1967 at the age of 34 years with her young family settling eventually in Calgary, a city she loved.She made friends easily,...
Alfredo Enriquez Ramos Jr.
May 16, 2024
Alfredo Enriquez Ramos Jr., affectionately known as Yoyoy, Kuya Jun, or Lolo Junior, passed away on May 16, 2024, at the age of 81. He was born on March 9, 1943, in the Philippines. Alfredo resided in Calgary, AB, Canada prior to his passing.He will be dearly missed by his beloved wife,Virginia Ramos. Together, they created a lifetime of cherished...
Marnie Swinehart
May 15, 2024
Marnie Swinehart (nee Myers), was born May 27, 1936, to Frederick and Lucy Myers in Loon Lake, Saskatchewan. The family moved to Dawson Creek, BC where Marnie and her seven siblings enjoyed the growing small town. Marnie excelled at softball; played basketball (at 5’0) and volleyball; took ice skating to a new level as a speed skater, and especially enjoyed...
Iver Allan Rosenquist
May 14, 2024
Heaven gained another angel, Although he isn't the "typical" angel. His feathers were ruffled and a little dirty. Because he went in sideways and fighting like the champion he was.Iver Allan Rosenquist, passed away on May 14, 2024, at his home, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and skill. Born on August 12, 1965, Iver was a remarkable individual who...
Shawn Franklin Yunick
May 14, 2024
On Tuesday, May 14, 2024 Mr. Shawn Franklin Yunick of Calgary, Alberta passed away suddenly at the age of 47 years.
Shawn is survived by his mother, Sally Yunick of Benito, Manitoba; siblings, Sharon (Paul) Draper of Preeceville, Saskatchewan, John Yunick (Beth Barrett) of Calgary, Peter (Annette) Yunick of Barnwell, Alberta, and Michelle (Daryl) Rees of Airdrie, Alberta; along with...
Richard "Kris" Farraway
May 14, 2024
With sadness we announce that, Kris Farraway passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at the age of 62 years.
Kris was born in Zweibrucken, Germany and lived in Calgary, Alberta. He was a man of Sci-Fi and had a love for the prehistoric age. You could often find him in his spare time enjoying hobbies such as Warhammer, D&D, and...
Jacqueline Anne Dyck
May 14, 2024
Dyck, Jacqueline (nee Corrigan) of Calgary, AB, passed away peacefully on Tuesday May 14, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Jacquie was born on August 4, 1955 in Calgary, Alberta where she lived her entire life and was a proud ‘born and raised Calgarian’. Calgary was also where she met and married her husband of 42 years, Larry Dyck and raised...
Julie Donene Gail Johnson
May 11, 2024
Donene Johnson passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024 at the age of 59 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Darcell Saunders (Candice), Chanel Saunders and Brandymae Saunders; grandchildren Adanya, Tichawn, Tristan, Thaison, Anthony, Adrielle, Areigha, Arijahmae, Jaden, Kirra and Hailey; sisters Deborah Johnson and Dianne Johnson; brother Bertram Johnson; greatest confidant and lifelong friend Gene Drummond;...
Howard Charles Waite
May 10, 2024
With sadness we announce that Howard Charles Waite passed away on Friday, May 10, 2024, in Calgary, Alberta, at the age of 85 years.
Howard lived a full life. He will be missed for being a loving and supportive father and grandfather. He grew up and was active in the mixed farming community of Beddington. He attending Dry Creek School. Later...
Myrna Lynn Reddekop
May 9, 2024
On Thursday, May 9, 2024, Mrs. Myrna Lynn Reddekop, beloved mother of Les Reddekop and Bernadette Sanborn of Calgary, Alberta passed away at the age of 77 years.
Our beloved mother, Myrna, was born on Friday, July 26, 1946 in Swift Current “Speedy Creek” Saskatchewan, where the motto is “Where life makes sense”. She lived her early years on and near...
Blaine Richard Vadnais
May 9, 2024
On Thursday, May 9, 2024 Mr. Blaine Richard Vadnais of Medicine Hat, Alberta went to be with his Lord at the age of 82 years.Born and raised in Claresholm, Alberta, our dad spent most of his career working in the oil and gas industry as an electrician, instrumentation designer, and a compression station operator and journeyman. Blaine's career took him...
Daniel Warner Heim
May 8, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Daniel Warner Heim on May 8, 2024, in Calgary, Alberta. Born on June 19, 1964, in Montreal, Quebec, Daniel (Dan) was predeceased by his loving parents, Donald and Marlene Heim.Dan is survived by his wife, Joanne; his loving sisters, Cammie (Mark LaCoste), Elizabeth (Glen Copeland); nieces, and nephews. His...
Deborah Anne Fisher
May 7, 2024
In loving memory of Debbie Fisher, who passed away suddenly on May 7, 2024 at the age of 68 years. Debbie was the beloved mother of Anne Patterson (James) and Chris Patterson (Amy) and grandmother to August. She is survived by her children as well as brother Larry Fisher (Natalie), sister Tammie Fisher, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and extended...
Suzette Mathilde Garcia
May 6, 2024
Suzette Mathilde Garcia was born October 9, 1935 in Luxembourg and passed away in Calgary on Monday May 6, 2024 after a short battle with heart disease at the age of 88 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her surviving family; son, Richard and his two children, Craig and his children Liam and Kailynn, Kyle (Naomi) and children Winifred...
Victor Viggo Jensen
May 6, 2024
It is with heavy hearts we mark the passing of a great man, a beloved husband, father and grandfather. Victor Viggo Jensen, fondly known as Vic, passed away peacefully in Calgary, Alberta on May 6th, 2024 at the age of 91, with his loving family at his side. Vic leaves behind a legacy defined by his unwavering love for his...
Christina Nyanut Abiem
May 2, 2024
Christina Abiem passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at the age of 49 years. She is survived by her children, Akol Kuol, Madaraka Kuol, Nyagot Nyin, Amera Nyin & Nyankiir Nyin; siblings, Jackilin Aluk of Bothell, WA, Deng Abiem of Australia, Amelia Abiem of Seatle, WA, Nybiol Abiem of Seattle, & Paul Abiem in Sudan; many extended family in...
Alfred Bender
Apr 30, 2024
It is with profound sadness that the family of Alfred “Fred, Freddie” Bender announce his peaceful passing on the 30th of April at the age of 89 years.
Immigrating from post-war Germany in 1953 as a young man, Fred arrived in Canada with the lessons of resiliency, a deep love of family, and a gift for music. Entertaining, singing, yodelling traditional...
Josephine Annette Dunington
Apr 29, 2024
Josephine Dunington passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024 at the age of 82.She will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by her husband of 40 years, Richard; Children, Shawn (Rhonda), Todd (Terri), Dean (Kimberly) & Sharon (Wiley); Grandchildren, Amanda (Derrick), Jenn, Samantha (Cody), Kayla & Michelle; Great-grandchildren, Kailey, Shelby, Addison; very close extended family, Tamara (Alyssa), Hailey (Aubrey, Gavin,...
Thoi Thi Lu
Apr 29, 2024
On Monday, April 29, 2024 Thoi Thi Lu of Calgary, Alberta passed away at the age of 94 years.A time of visitation will be held at Pierson's Funeral Service - Buddhist Chapel, 4121 - 17 Avenue SE, Calgary Alberta as follows: Wednesday, May 1, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with live streaming from...
Stephen Kolisnyk
Apr 28, 2024
Stephen Kolisnyk, passed away in his home on Sunday, April 28, 2024, at the age of 95 years.Stephen was born and raised on a farm in Saskatchewan. It was here that he cultivated the values of hard work, integrity, and compassion that defined his character. He joined the army in March 11, 1952, and served until January 9, 1973. His...
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