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Wilfred James King

Wilfred James King

Jul 2, 2023

James King passed away on Sunday July 2, 2023 at the age of 77 years.He will be lovingly remembered by his children, Tazsh, Arron and Sabrina. James is predeceased by his parents as well as his wife, Marilyn.James was born in Thessalon, Ontario and was the eldest of eight children. After moving to Alberta as an adult, he met Marilyn....

John Adam Wingert

John Adam Wingert

Jul 2, 2023

With great sadness we announce the passing of John Adam Wingert on Sunday, July 2, 2023, in Calgary, Alberta, at the age of 86.John was born on September 4, 1936 in Markinch, Saskatchewan and lived in Calgary.He enjoyed going to active programs and bingo, listening to country western music, as well as watching western shows. He liked to watch Y&R,...

Jeffery “Jeff” Lawrence Poirier

Jeffery “Jeff” Lawrence Poirier

Jul 1, 2023

With great sadness we announce the passing of Jeffery Poirier on Saturday, July 1, 2023, in Calgary, Alberta, at the age of 41 years. He is survived by his parents, Donna and Joe Poirier; sister, Judy (Guy) Cormier; niece, Michaela Bridgeman; nephew, Gage Cormier; children, Braeden Shaw, Keegan Shaw, Aurora Shaw, Ceara Shaw and Arianna Shaw; mother-in-law Sylvia McKenzie; brothers-in-law...

Stuart Neil Hawthorne

Stuart Neil Hawthorne

Jun 29, 2023

Stuart Neil Hawthorne was born Jan 03, 1989 to David Hawthorne and Ariel Racine in Edmonton, AB.  He is survived by family members including his wife Thea, son Jack, older brother Adam (Amanda), nieces Bristol and Brooke, younger brother Steven, parents David and Ariel, and grandmother Donna. Stuart (Stu) was raised in Sherwood Park, AB where he made lifelong friendships...

Randy Gordon Boehner

Randy Gordon Boehner

Jun 29, 2023

Randy Boehner passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at the age of 37 years. He is survived by his children, Jacob Valentine, Caspyn Boehner; his mother, Anita Summers; Siblings, Terra Slifka, Robert Slifka, and Tannessia Slifka; his former partner, family friend and mother to his son Jacob, Shelby Koenig; as well as Randy’s many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends...

Megan Lindsay Mary Goett

Megan Lindsay Mary Goett

Jun 29, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Megan Goett on Thursday, June 29, 2023, at the young age of 37 years. Megan passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones by her side at home after a 3 year courageous battle with Breast Cancer.Megan was an amazing young lady who touched many lives throughout...

Corwin Davis Simeon “Ade”

Corwin Davis Simeon “Ade”

Jun 29, 2023

With heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of our beloved son, brother, grandson, uncle and cousin, Corwin Davis Simeon “Ade”, at the age of 30, in the early morning of June 29, 2023, with his mother and brothers by his side. Ade loved listening to rock music, his favourite rock genre; glam rock and rock music from the 70’s...

Steven Jeff Pace

Steven Jeff Pace

Jun 22, 2023

Steve Pace passed away on Thursday, June 22, 2023 at the age of 66 years.He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Pat; and brothers, Al (Mona) and Gord; along with many friends he’s made over the years.Steve was born in Burlington, Ontario before moving to Calgary in the 80’s. He was a straightforward, no fuss kind of guy. He...

Wickson, Gary Philip

Wickson, Gary Philip

Jun 21, 2023

With great sadness we announce the passing of Gary Philip Wickson on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at the age of 78.Gary was born in Hardesty, Alberta and came to live in Calgary with his mother Martha and brother Bobby when he was 16 years old. The farm and country life always held a special place in Gary’s heart.Gary had a...

Elizabeth Marion Berting

Elizabeth Marion Berting

Jun 17, 2023

In loving memory of Elizabeth “Betty” Berting (nee Harcourt), who passed away on June 17, 2023, at her home in Calgary with family by her side. She is in our hearts and in our thoughts every day. Betty was born on May 16, 1936 to Fred Harcourt and Anna Brunn, who farmed west of LeRoy in the Humboldt district of...

Jaisyne Aiyonna Lefthand

Jaisyne Aiyonna Lefthand

Jun 16, 2023

It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of Kenzie’s companion, Jaisyne Aiyonna Lefthand, at the age of 26 years. She was a daughter, granddaughter, great granddaughter, sister, niece, aunt, cousin, and friend to us.Jaisyne was born in Calgary, Alberta, and attended Morley Community School and Exshaw School. She worked at Minor’s Café in Nordegg...

Ngoc Van Truong

Ngoc Van Truong

Jun 14, 2023

On Wednesday, June 14, 2023 Mr. Ngoc Van Truong, beloved husband of Lam Nguyen of Calgary, Alberta passed away at the age of 76 years.He lived in Rach Tau, Vietnam, and immigrated into Canada with his family in 1979.Besides his loving wife of 53 years, Ngoc is survived by his children, Nicole Truong, Chau Truong, Duc (Janell) Truong, Danny Truong...

Ida Hendrina Cornelia Lewis

Ida Hendrina Cornelia Lewis

Jun 14, 2023

Ida Lewis passed away on Wednesday June 14, 2023 at the age of 86 years.She will be lovingly remembered by her daughters, Diane Lewis & Loretta (Stu) Cole; and siblings, Bob (Ineke) Schriever, Peter (Hannie) Schriever & Liesbeth (Wim) Reijnen. Ida is predeceased by her parents, Johann & Ida; husband, Gerald William Lewis; later partner, Charlie Lewis; and sisters, Gerda...

Wesley David Bernhardt

Wesley David Bernhardt

Jun 12, 2023

Wesley Bernhardt passed away on Monday, June 12, 2023 at the age of 53 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his partner, Patricia Akachuk; his mother, Mary; Wes’s Children, Jordan and his wife Chantal, and Chantee and her partner Jordan; siblings, Johnathan and Lisa; his grandchildren, Jameson, Lacey and Sabre; as well as Wesley’s step children and step-grandchildren. Wesley...

Martha Ailean Gibb (Nee Lucas)

Martha Ailean Gibb (Nee Lucas)

Jun 11, 2023

On June 11, 2023, Martha Ailean Gibb, (nee Lucas)  passed away at the age of 84 years. She will be greatly missed by her loving husband of 62 years, Norman S. Gibb, and by her five children: Nancy (Brian) Lokhorst, Yvonne Gibb, Eldon (Jackie) Gibb, Terri (Darryl) Rolfson, and Curtis (Heather) Gibb, 15 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren, whom she loved...

Kelvin Douglas Wilson

Kelvin Douglas Wilson

Jun 10, 2023

Kelvin Wilson passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2023 at the age of 59 years. Kelvin is survived by his sister, Shannon Wilson (Stuart Mercer), Marlene Wilson (Guy Elliot); as well as 2 nieces, 2 nephews and several friends.Kelvin was predeceased by his father, Lawrence “Chopsy” Wilson; mother, Frances Wilson; siblings, Larry Wilson, and Gordy Wilson.A Celebration of Life will...

Cheryl Margaret Krug (Nee Smith)

Cheryl Margaret Krug (Nee Smith)

Jun 9, 2023

On Friday, June 9, 2023 Cheryl Margaret Krug, beloved wife of Dave Krug of Calgary, Alberta passed away at the age of 58 years.Cheryl was born and raised in Calgary. She shared a deep love for Dave, and Dave reciprocated this special love to her. They were married in May 2004. Cheryl was an outgoing and friendly person. She always...

Jeffrey Mark Laudenbach

Jeffrey Mark Laudenbach

Jun 9, 2023

Jeff Laudenbach passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023 at the age of 41 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his girlfriend Mandy Bilodeau; mother Sherry (Clint) McLeod; brother Zane McLeod; Little Sis, Chris; step-mom Monique Laudenbach; step-brothers Clayton, Lance and Sean; son Jax; Sister-in-law Sherri Krieger; nieces and nephews Charlie Mae, Leo and Shae Marie; and many more...

Lena Poffenroth

Lena Poffenroth

Jun 9, 2023

Poffenroth, Lena A.February 9, 1921 – June 9, 2023Lena Poffenroth passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023 at the age of 102 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her two daughters, Kay and Cleo; grandson, Bentley (Judy); great- grandson, Michael (Brittany); and great-great grandson, Ethan. A Family Graveside interment will take place at Carstairs Cemetery at a later date.

Trenton Cory Fox (Tatâga Thkan Wagichi)

Trenton Cory Fox (Tatâga Thkan Wagichi)

Jun 8, 2023

Words cannot express the heartbreak that we feel for the sudden and unexpected passing of our beloved Trenton Cory Fox. He was only 47 years old, and we are left to wonder why he had to leave us so soon. But like many First Nations people, Trent was not immune to the chronic illnesses that come with intergenerational trauma and...