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Stanley Franklin David Spencer

Stanley Franklin David Spencer

Jul 31, 2024

On Wednesday, July 31, 2024, Mr. Stanley Spencer of Calgary, Alberta, unexpectedly passed away at the Peter Lougheed Hospital at the age of 73 years.

It is a time to honour and celebrate the life of Stanley, who touched the hearts of everyone with his kindness, humour, and making people smile and laugh. Stanley graduated from the University of Calgary with...

Maria do Céu dos Santos Miguens Ferreira

Maria do Céu dos Santos Miguens Ferreira

Jul 31, 2024

Maria do Céu dos Santos Miguens Ferreira passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, with her family by her side, at the age of 81 years.

She was born on November 29, 1942 in Unhais da Serra, Portugal. In May 1972, Maria emigrated from Portugal to Calgary, Alberta, Canada with her husband Antonio and two eldest children, Carlos and Anabela...

Stephen Mark Kenny

Stephen Mark Kenny

Jul 31, 2024

On Wednesday, July 31, 2024 Mr. Stephen Mark Kenny of Calgary, Alberta passed away at the age of 66 years.

Stephen was known for his love of cars, especially Cadillacs. He enjoyed old memorabilia of classic movies. Actors Marlon Brando and Marilyn Monroe, and singers such as Elvis Presley were some of his favorites. Stephen had the salesman persona down, that...

Brenda Kathleen O'Malley

Brenda Kathleen O'Malley

Jul 30, 2024

On Tuesday, July 30, 2024, Brenda O'Malley, beloved wife of Gerrit Bisschop of Calgary, Alberta passed away at the age of 73 years. 

Brenda's last job was as an accounts receivable clerk for the County of Rocky View, Alberta. After retiring, she volunteered at the Greater Forest Lawn Senior Center, and The Alex Community Garden. At the Center, she helped at...

Diane Carol Myles Burlingham

Diane Carol Myles Burlingham

Jul 30, 2024

Diane passed away peacefully at her home in Calgary on July 30,2024. 

 Married at the young age of 18, she was a loving, devoted and supportive wife for almost sixty years to the late Dean Burlingham. Together Dean and Diane shared a life of travel, a love of art, music and animals. 

Throughout her life Diane had many passions. She was an...

Debbra Lois "Brokum" Romney

Debbra Lois "Brokum" Romney

Jul 29, 2024

Lois Romney passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024 at the Rockyview Hospital at the age of 65 years. She will be dearly missed by her daughter Marie Colbert (William Sutton) of Cold Lake, AB; grandson Jarod Colbert; grand-daughter Nicole Sutton; parents Al and Edmee Comstock of Calgary; and two sisters Theresa Thompson of Calgary and Laura Lee Comstock of...

Steven Dennis Bent

Steven Dennis Bent

Jul 29, 2024

With great sadness we announce the passing of Steven Dennis Bent on Sunday, July 28, 2024, in Calgary, Alberta, at the age of 55. 

Steven was born in Red Deer, Alberta to parents, Dennis and Laurel Bent. The family moved to Calgary in 1969 where he got his education. He ultimately followed in his father footsteps and pursued a career in...

Tuyet B. Nguyen

Tuyet B. Nguyen

Jul 29, 2024

With great sadness we announce the passing of Tuyet B. Nguyen on Monday, July 29, 2024, in Calgary, Alberta, at the age of 62. 

Born in Vietnam, Tuyet immigrated to Canada in 1980. She resided in Calgary, Alberta where she met her husband, Hiep Nguyen. In the 44 years they have been together, they raised two sons and helped raise two...

Dorothy Lucile Funk (Greenlaw)

Dorothy Lucile Funk (Greenlaw)

Jul 24, 2024

Dorothy Funk (Greenlaw) passed away on Wednesday July 24, 2024 at the age of 74 years. 

Dorothy is survived by her children, Robert (Tracy), Carrie-Lynn (Brad), Brian (Miranda); 13 grandchildren, Thomas (Danika), B.J., Richard (Unique), Tierra-Lynn (Richard), Zachary (Savannah), Kelvin (Tanisha), Devone, Tyvanna, Daliah, Brantley, Okaley, Paisley & Sam; seven great-grandchildren; and siblings, Douglas, Jim (Lilian), Betty (Anthony), Donna Mae. She...

Leslie June Winter

Leslie June Winter

Jul 20, 2024

Leslie June Winter, 56 passed away suddenly on July 20th, 2024. Sadly she went ‘Walking after Midnight’ (her favorite Patsy Cline song) and passed away in her sleep. 

She was born in Hamilton, Ontario in September 1967. Leslie was full of life from a young age and was always the life of the party. She grew up in St. Albert and...

Rob White

Rob White

Jul 19, 2024

Robert White passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, July 19, 2024 at the age of 61 years. 

Rob will be dearly missed by his wife of 32 years Marilyn White; Six children Kristi Christensen, of Calgary, Sarah White (Orvy) of Lethbridge, Charles White (Amanda) of Bradenton, FL, David White (Vanessa), of Calgary, Jessica Dahlke (Jacob) of Rexburg, ID...

Earl Edward Sauter

Earl Edward Sauter

Jul 19, 2024

Earl Edward Sauter, a beloved husband and father, passed away peacefully surrounded by his children on Friday, July 19, 2024, in Calgary, Alberta, following a brave battle with cancer. 

Born on November 3, 1948, in Calgary, Earl dedicated his life to being an example to his family, and his lifelong career as a realtor. Earl was also a member of the...

Gemps Henri Benoit

Gemps Henri Benoit

Jul 18, 2024

Gemps Benoit passed away at home on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at the age of 62 years. 

 Gemps was born and raised in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, where he became a welder and proudly owned his own shop. He immigrated to Canada with his wife Micheline, and lived in Montreal, QC, where they had 6 wonderful children. In 2006, he moved to Calgary,...

Nicole Tristan Jan Ramos

Nicole Tristan Jan Ramos

Jul 16, 2024

Nicole Tristan Jan Ramos, lovingly known as Cole, passed away on July 16, 2024, in Calgary, AB, Canada. Born on November 11, 1993, Cole brought joy and laughter into the lives of all who knew him.

Cole was a compassionate healthcare professional, dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of others. His commitment to his career was evident through...

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...