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Makol Ater Shadrak

Makol Ater Shadrak

Mar 11, 2023

Makol Ater Shadrak Passed away on Saturday, March 11, 2023.A Visitation will take place at Pierson’s Funeral Service Chapel, 4121 – 17 Avenue S.E. Calgary, AB on Friday, March 31, 2023 @ 10:00 a.m.A Funeral Service will take place at Pierson’s Funeral Service Chapel, 4121 – 17 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB on Friday, March 31, 2023 @ 11:00 a.m.A Graveside...

Arlene Evelyn Bard (Nee Belfour)

Arlene Evelyn Bard (Nee Belfour)

Mar 10, 2023

It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Arlene Bard at the age of 85 years, after a battle with Alzheimer’s. She is lovingly remembered by Wayne, her husband of 63 years; two daughters, Diana Burtts (Scott) and Laurine Limoges (Sean); 3 grandchildren, Jeffrey, Steven and Samantha; 2 great-grandchildren, Emery and Lucas; two brothers, Raymond Belfour (Debbie), and...

Cherie Dawn Holt

Cherie Dawn Holt

Mar 10, 2023

Cherie Holt passed away on Friday March 10, 2023 at the age of 60 years.She is survived by her siblings, Trevor (Sandra) Holt, Brent Holt &Troy (Liliana) Holt; niece and nephews, Mitchell, Larissa and Ryan; as well as her furry buddy, Bentley. Cherie was predeceased by her parents, Donald and Rosanne.Cherie grew up in Calgary and worked as a retail...

Vincent Carmen Holloway

Vincent Carmen Holloway

Mar 7, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family of the late Vincent Holloway announce his passing on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at the age of 59 years.He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, his children, Robert, Linsey, Victoria, Vincent, Ivan, Herbert and Mason; his grandchildren, Colton, Lukas, Layla and Charlotte; sisters, Barb, Brenda, Robin (Reg), Charlene (Todd), Maggie...

Wallace Brent Steed

Wallace Brent Steed

Mar 5, 2023

It is with great sorrow and bittersweet gladness that we announce the peaceful passing of Wallace Brent Steed on Sunday, March 5, 2023 at the age of 76 years.Wallace, Affectionately know as “Wally” to those who knew him was many things to the people that loved him. A devoted, Caring and loving husband to his wife, Karen. He was an...

Marie Alexson

Marie Alexson

Mar 4, 2023

Marie Alexson of Calgary, Alberta, passed away on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at the age of 69 years.Marie will be lovingly remembered by her children, Julia Alexson, Michael William Mallich (Kristine Geng), all of Calgary; granddaughter, Kaylee Geng; brother, Alex Korecky of Calgary; nieces, Helen Alexson, Nina Collier (Jason Collier), all of Calgary; and nephews, David Alexson, Sasha Korecky both...

Robert Allen Darichuk

Robert Allen Darichuk

Mar 3, 2023

Rob “Ropie” Darichuk passed away along with his daughter Madison on Friday, March 3, 2023 at the age of 58 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his sisters Kathy (Mike) and Mary (Jim); brother Rick (Michelle); nephews Danny, Chris and Derek; and many more family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Annelisa & George.Rob was born and...

Madison Katelynn Darichuk

Madison Katelynn Darichuk

Mar 3, 2023

Maddy “Tomato” Darichuk passed away along with her father Robert on Friday, March 3, 2023 at the age of 23 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her mother Theresa; five siblings; aunts Kathy (Mike) and Mary (Jim); uncles Winston and Rick (Michelle); and many more family and friends.Maddy was born and raised in Calgary. She was a ray of...

Gerald Thomas Lafont

Gerald Thomas Lafont

Feb 27, 2023

On Monday February 27, 2023, Mr. Gerald Thomas Adrian Lafont of Calgary, Alberta, husband to the late Catharine {Fisher}Lafont passed away at the age of 63 years old.Gerry’s love of the outdoors began with boy scouts, family camping trips and fishing with his family from a very young age. This passion grew as Gerry became a father and grandfather. Gerry...

Randall Inigo-Jones

Randall Inigo-Jones

Feb 26, 2023

Randy Inigo-Jones passed away on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023, at the age of 65.He will be remembered by his family, his brother Terry (Karmjit) Inigo-Jones of Calgary; his brother Tony (Valerie) Inigo-Jones, of England, and their children Katy and Clare. He is predeceased by his sister Melanie Johnson of England, who passed away on Jan. 2, 2023, but will be...

Delbert Opeña Orpia

Delbert Opeña Orpia

Feb 26, 2023

On Sunday, February 26, 2023 Mr. Delbert Orpia, of Calgary, Alberta passed away at the age of 38 years after a battle with cancer.Delbert, the only son of four siblings, was born in the Philippines. He was a very happy and curious boy that was always active. Delbert attended college and received his diploma in Electronics Technology. He worked with...

Katrina Pierson

Katrina Pierson

Feb 23, 2023

Katrina was born in Edmonton, AB, raised in Fort McMurray. After high school lived in Edmonton, Calgary, Toronto and Vancouver. Katrina finally moved back to Calgary to be with family last year.A Funeral Service will be held for Katrina at Pierson’s Funeral Service (4121 – 17 Avenue SE, Calgary) on Friday, March 3, 2023 at 1:00 pm.

Mildred Nesbitt ( Nee Henhawk)

Mildred Nesbitt ( Nee Henhawk)

Feb 23, 2023

Mildred Nesbitt ( Nee Henhawk) passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2023 at the age of 86 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, David ( Shawn) of Colorado, USA, Thelma (John) of Red Deer, AB, Donald (Nohelia) of Ohsweken, ON, Paul ( Dianne) of Calgary, AB and George (Tammy) of Enderby, BC; and her many grandchildren, great-grandchildren,...

Joshua Feliciano Fragata

Joshua Feliciano Fragata

Feb 20, 2023

Joshua Fragata passed away on Monday, February 20, 2023 at the age of 27 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Helena and Ezequiel Fragata; His grandparents, Natalia Feliciano and Fernanda Trindade; Joshua’s uncles, Joao De Deus (Lucia) Fragata and Paulo Fragata; his god mother, Maria Lourdes Melo( Jose Manuel) ; as well as his cousins, great-aunts and...

Carl Martin Carmen Ranger

Carl Martin Carmen Ranger

Feb 19, 2023

On Sunday, February 19, 2023 Mr. Carl Ranger of Calgary, Alberta passed away at the age of 42 years.Carl was a hardworking handsome man who never liked to quit. He loved spending hours playing Pool. Though Carl was strong minded and tough, he had to battle many demons. With that being said he managed to keep his head up very...

George Wilfred Peterson

George Wilfred Peterson

Feb 19, 2023

George Wilfred Peterson, dedicated husband, father and loving grandfather passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 19, 2023 at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary, Alberta. He was 69 years old.George was born in Selkirk, Manitoba on September 21, 1953 where he grew up in a small home near the Red River. As a young man he trained to be a draftsman...

Holly Sherwood

Holly Sherwood

Feb 18, 2023

Holly Sherwood (Ruby Mae Minor) passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Saturday, February 18th, 2023.Holly was born May 21, 1930, at home in Illion, New York.She was predeceased by her husband Melvin C. Sherwood, her father Mervyn Minor, mother Ethel Hutchinson, stepfather Ernie Hutchinson, and brother Alva Hutchinson.After Melvin retired from the Royal Canadian Airforce, Holly and Mel settled...

Charles William Bateman

Charles William Bateman

Feb 17, 2023

Charles Bateman passed away on Friday February 17, 2023 at the age of 93 years.Charles will be lovingly remembered by his children, Theresa (Peter) Buur & Rick Bateman; siblings, Edna Wick, Donna (Dave) Torrance, Jean Styler, Dorothy Bateman (Ron Jones), Carolyn (Ingemar) Bjornson, Wayne (Leanne) Bateman.Charles is predeceased by his wife of 44 years at the time of her passing,...

Richard Joseph Nienaber

Richard Joseph Nienaber

Feb 17, 2023

Richard Nienaber passed away on Friday, February 17, 2023 at the age of 69 years.Rick will be lovingly remembered by his children, Regan (Gavin), Scot (Dawna) & Matthew (Melissa); grandchildren, Bradley, Sienna, Leighton, Hudson, Barrett, Asher, Amelia & Rowan. He is predeceased by his wife, Donna Lynn.Rick was born in Humboldt, SK to John and Johanna Nienaber. He came from...

Kevin Michael Conlon

Kevin Michael Conlon

Feb 16, 2023

It is with profound sadness that the family of Kevin Michael Conlon announce the peaceful passing of a beloved spouse, brother and friend. He was surrounded by love and friendship.Predeceased by parents Valentine Marie Conlon (Kapush) in 1987 and Don Lewis Conlon in 2021, Kevin will be sadly and forever missed by his devoted spouse Carmel Andrews; brother Kelly Conlon...