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Daniel Joseph Pinette

Daniel Joseph Pinette

Dec 30, 2025

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Daniel Joseph Pinette, at his home in Calgary on December 30, 2025.

Son of Arthur and Veronica Pinette (nee Devereaux), born September 7, 1962, in Toronto, Ontario, Dan left this earth too soon at the age of 63 years. He is fondly remembered by his older brother, Grant Wolfe (previously Randy Pinette); sister-in-law,...

Semhar Habtemicael Berhe

Semhar Habtemicael Berhe

Dec 28, 2025

In Loving Memory of Semhar

Semhar was born on March 1, 1988, in Lamza, Eritrea. She completed her primary and secondary education between 1993 and 2001. Semhar later continued her studies at Hammelmalo, where she studied for three years, and graduated with a Diploma in Agriculture in 2005. In 2006, Semhar graduated from Taalim Sawa Station, preparing for a career in...

Timothy Stanley Cree

Timothy Stanley Cree

Dec 25, 2025

With profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Timothy Stanley Cree, formally of Otterburn Park, Quebec. Tim went peacefully on December 25, 2025 in Calgary, Alberta. He was born July 30, 1959.

Tim was predeceased by his parents Stan and Sheila and his brother Kevin Cree.

Tim is survived by his wife Marimette, his sisters Karen and Joanne, the Cree and...

Violet Ruth Bauer

Violet Ruth Bauer

Dec 25, 2025

Violet Ruth Bauer, born on March 15, 1955, in Calgary, Alberta, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025. A vibrant soul, Violet was raised in Swift Current, Saskatchewan, until she completed her high school education where she made her return to Calgary,

Violet had a passion for socializing, often spending evenings at local bars with her daughter, where over many laughs,...

Teague Gabriel Turley

Teague Gabriel Turley

Dec 23, 2025

Teague Turley passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at the age of 52 years.

A Graveside Service will be held for Teague at Rocky View Garden of Peace Cemetery (243208 Garden Road NE, Calgary) on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 10:00 am.

Robert Gordon Haines

Robert Gordon Haines

Dec 23, 2025

It is with very heavy hearts that the family of Robert Gordon Haines announce his passing in the early hours of December 23, 2025 at Calgary South Health Campus. He was 81 years of age. 

Gord was a born and raised Calgarian to Robert & Alice Haines. He is survived by his loving partner of 46 years, Gail; sister, Glenda (Rob);...

Judy Madelaine Redwood

Judy Madelaine Redwood

Dec 23, 2025

Judy Redwood passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at the Foothills Medical Centre at the age of 66 years.

She is reunited with her son, Cole Berg, who passed away in 2010.

Born in Winnipeg, Judy later moved to Calgary, where she built a life centered around family, care, and creativity. She worked as a unit clerk with Alberta Health Services...

Viola Miller

Viola Miller

Dec 23, 2025

Sunrise: October 30, 1942Sunset: December 23, 2025

Viola Miller passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at the age of 83 years.

Viola is survived by her husband, Richard Vaz; mother, Evelyn Beckford; six sisters, five brothers; nieces, nephews; grand-nieces, grand-nephew, and other cherished family members.

A Funeral Service will be held for Viola at Pierson's Forest Lawn Chapel (4121 - 17 Avenue...

Eva "Eve" Strain

Eva "Eve" Strain

Dec 22, 2025

Eva “Eve” Rosemary Strain (nee Chlopan) died peacefully at Rockyview General Hospital on Monday, December 22, 2025, at the age of 90 years after a brief illness. Eve was born on September 7, 1935 on the family farm near Ridgedale, Saskatchewan. She was predeceased by her husband Raymond, her brother and sister-in-law Carroll and Kathy Chlopan, her brother-in-law Robbie Strain,...

Crystal Mary Wolford (nee Shaw)

Crystal Mary Wolford (nee Shaw)

Dec 22, 2025

Crystal Wolford passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025 at the age of 78 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 46 years Robert; children, Karlene, Dorinda, Tyler and Andrew; grandsons Noah and Jesse; close family friend Cody Moore; and many more family and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Alan & Emma Shaw, sister Lorraine...

Zena Margaret McKinley

Zena Margaret McKinley

Dec 21, 2025

Zena Margaret McKinley, born on Wednesday, May 11, 1949, in Windsor, Ontario, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 21, 2025, in Strathmore, Alberta. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Zena touched the lives of many with her warmth and compassionate spirit.

Zena shared a deep bond with her husband, Larry McKinley, who stood beside her through life's many adventures. She...

Robert Walter Luedemann

Robert Walter Luedemann

Dec 19, 2025

Bob Luedemann passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025 at the age of 69 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his mother Valentine; sister Valerie (Ed) Weseen; brothers Peter Luedemann and Carey (Teresa) Luedemann; nephews Nick, Kyle and Michael; nieces Cory and Tara; and many more family and friends. He was predeceased by his father Hans Luedemann and brother...

Tsutomu "Tom" Ohba

Tsutomu "Tom" Ohba

Dec 17, 2025

Tom Ohba passed away on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at the age of 80 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his daughters Yuki Ohba (Iain), of Edmonton, AB, Miki Ohba, of Vancouver, BC, and Maki Ohba, of Calgary, AB; Grandchildren Devin Ohba, Sato Macpherson and Kai Macpherson; and many more family and friends. He was predeceased by his wife...

Eleane Woon

Eleane Woon

Dec 17, 2025

On Wednesday, December 17, 2025, Eleane (Hall) Woon, passed away peacefully at the age of 82 years.

Eleane was born in the Sunderland District of St. James, Jamaica. Being one of ten siblings, Eleane naturally adapted to the role of second mother to her brothers and sisters.

Eleane began her healthcare career in Montego Bay, Jamaica, working as a nurse in a...

Sylvia Ruth Madder

Sylvia Ruth Madder

Dec 17, 2025

On Wednesday, December 17, 2025, Mrs. Sylvia Ruth Madder (nee McElroy), beloved wife of the late James Madder, of Calgary, Alberta passed away at the age of 87 years.

Sylvia was born on Monday, December 12, 1938, in Heward, Saskatchewan. A beloved matriarch and cherished friend, Sylvia's life was marked by her unwavering dedication to family, her zest for adventure, and...

James Stewart Moore

James Stewart Moore

Dec 15, 2025

James (Jim) Stewart Moore died December 15th, 2025. He was 69 years old.

Jim was born in Calgary and lived there his whole life. Jim had a love of heavy equipment at an early age, and his early career was as an operator of heavy equipment. He later went to the University of Calgary, earning a bachelor's degree in Economics. He...

Trevor Tucker

Trevor Tucker

Dec 14, 2025

Trevor Tucker passed away on Sunday December 14, 2025.

A Graveside Service for Trevor will take place at Rockyview Garden of Peace Cemetery (243208 Garden Rd, Calgary) on Thursday January 15, 2026 at 10:30am. 

Susann Marie Arnault

Susann Marie Arnault

Dec 14, 2025

Susann Arnault passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at the age of 56 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband Colin Arnault; mother Gail Racette-McNeil (Neil); father Richard St Jaques; siblings Pauline Racette, Bernice Racette, Richard Racette and Donna Goodon-Racette; children Andria Reid, Thomas Reid and Tasha Reid; grandchildren Jordan Reid, Benjamin Reid, Jeffery Hansen and Rowan...

Debbra Lee Jeffery

Debbra Lee Jeffery

Dec 14, 2025

On Sunday, December 14, 2025, Debbra Lee Jeffery (nee Palmer) beloved wife of Garth Jeffery of Calgary, Alberta, passed away at he age of 59 years.

Debbra was born on May 27, 1966, in Calgary, Alberta. Her early years were shaped by her upbringing in the Ogden area of Calgary, where she nurtured her love for family and community.

Pursuing her passion...

Glenn George Thomas Duffin

Glenn George Thomas Duffin

Dec 13, 2025

Glenn Duffin passed away on Saturday December 13, 2025 at the age of 76 years.

A Graveside Service for Glenn will take place at Rockyview Garden of Peace Cemetery (243208 Garden Rd, Calgary) on Thursday January 15, 2026 at 10:00am