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Robin Darlene Marshall

Robin Darlene Marshall

Jul 7, 2022

Robin Marshall passed away on Thursday, July 7, 2022 in Calgary, Alberta at the age of 49 years. Born in Medicine Hat, Robin was known as a kind and generous person who loved life. Robin will be remembered by her brother, Keith Marshall of Rosemary; brother Troy Marshall of Calgary; step-brother Les Burton of Calgary and step-sister Jody Burton of...

Elizabeth “Betty” Jean Emmerson

Elizabeth “Betty” Jean Emmerson

Jul 6, 2022

Diet Coke lost its most loyal customer on July 6, 2022. Elizabeth “Betty” Emmerson. Oh how she loved a large, no ice diet coke from McDonalds or anywhere really. She was born in Vegreville, Alberta on June 28, 1939 to Ruby (Svekla) and Toder Kelba. She had 3 brothers, Nestor Kelba, Doug Kelba and Grant Kelba whom she was very...

Barry Frederick Hancock

Barry Frederick Hancock

Jul 5, 2022

Barry Hancock passed away on Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at the age of 74 years.A Graveside Service will be held for Barry at Alto-Reste Cemetery (26575 AB-11, AB T4E 1B7, Red Deer County) on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at 11:00 am.

Barry Frederick Hancock

Barry Frederick Hancock

Jul 5, 2022

Barry Hancock passed away on Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at the age of 74 years.A Graveside Service will be held for Barry at Alto-Reste Cemetery (26575 AB-11, AB T4E 1B7, Red Deer County) on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at 11:00 am.

Shakiel “Shakker” Bennett

Shakiel “Shakker” Bennett

Jul 4, 2022

On July 4th 2022, at the young age of 27, Shakiel was taken from this world not of his own volition. Shakiel was born in Calgary on February 6, 1995. He will forever be remembered as a beautiful soul who would take the shirt off his back for you. Shakiel had a great sense of humor and always had everyone...

Doris Theresa Sokolik

Doris Theresa Sokolik

Jul 4, 2022

Sokolik, Doris TheresaDoris Sokolik passed away on Monday, July 4, 2022.  She is predeceased by her husband Leo Sokolik; brother Nestor Kozak; and her father Peter Kozak.  Doris was the only daughter of Verna and Peter Kozak of Tolstoi, Manitoba.  She helped on the farm and in the kitchen.  At an early age, Doris knew school was not for her. ...

Robert Neil Banman

Robert Neil Banman

Jul 4, 2022

Robert Banman passed away in Calgary on Monday July 4, 2022 at the age of 80 years. Cremation has taken place. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Pierson’s Funeral Service.

Joseph Matthews

Joseph Matthews

Jul 3, 2022

Joseph Matthews passed away on Sunday, July 3, 2022 at the age of 90 years. A Graveside Service will be held for Joseph at Rocky View Garden of Peace Cemetery (243208 Garden Road NE, Calgary) on Thursday, July 28, 2022 at 2:00 pm.  Graveside Service to follow at Rocky View Garden of Peace Cemetery (243208 Garden Road NE, Calgary).

Letford Malachi

Letford Malachi

Jul 3, 2022

Letford Malachi passed away on Sunday July 3, 2022 at Rockyview General Hospital. He was 89 years old.Letford was born in Manchester, Jamaica. As a young boy, he stopped attending school at the age of 10 so that he can care for his sick grandmother. He would sell things in order to earn money to take care of the both...

Joseph Patrick Matthews

Joseph Patrick Matthews

Jul 3, 2022

Joseph Matthews passed away on Sunday, July 3, 2022 at the age of 90 years. A Graveside Service will be held for Joseph at Rocky View Garden of Peace Cemetery (243208 Garden Road NE, Calgary) on Thursday, July 28, 2022 at 2:00 pm.

Malcolm Halyk

Malcolm Halyk

Jul 3, 2022

Malcolm Halyk passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 3, 2022 at the age of 64 years. Malcolm was born in Melville Sk on July 14, 1957. He was the third born child of John and Angeline Halyk. Growing up in Birmingham SK, a small farming community. He was filled with joy and a natural curiosity in all things mechanical, a...

Krisi Leah Melinda Ferris

Krisi Leah Melinda Ferris

Jul 3, 2022

On Sunday, July 3, 2022, Krisi Leah Melinda Ferris, beloved wife of Adam Thompson of Calgary, Alberta, passed away at the age of 40 years.Krisi was born in Edmonton, Alberta, and raised in Calgary. She loved the outdoors, this is where Krisi shone. You could always find her near the river collecting rocks, or tye dying anything that looked “too...

Joseph Patrick Matthews

Joseph Patrick Matthews

Jul 3, 2022

Joseph Matthews passed away on Sunday, July 3, 2022 at the age of 90 years. A Graveside Service will be held for Joseph at Rocky View Garden of Peace Cemetery (243208 Garden Road NE, Calgary) on Thursday, July 28, 2022 at 2:00 pm

Mona Sleilaty

Mona Sleilaty

Jul 2, 2022

May 5, 1953 – Dier El Ahmar, LebanonJuly 2, 2022 – Calgary, AlbertaIt is with tremendous grief that our family announces the sudden passing of Mona Sleilaty, beloved wife of Georges Sleilaty of Calgary, AB. Mona returned to the arms of the Lord on July 2, 2022, at the age of 69 years.Mona grew up in a large family in...

Rinaldo ‘Rino’ Elia

Rinaldo ‘Rino’ Elia

Jul 2, 2022

With heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Rinaldo “Rino” Elia on July 2, 2022 at the age of 41. He is predeceased by his grandparents; Cousin Rosa Holman, and his Uncle; Bruno Sirianni. Rino was born in Calgary,  the middle child and only son. With his older sister Tina and younger sister Daniela, he shared a very close...

Sinnett, Terry James

Sinnett, Terry James

Jun 30, 2022

On June 30th, 2022, Terry passed away unexpectedly due to ongoing health issues. He will be missed and fondly remembered by his family and friends. Terry is survived by father Fred Sinnett (Susan), brothers Gordon and Paul Sinnett, and sister Andrea Posehn. He was predeceased by his mother, Monica Posehn.Terry grew up a gentle and sweet kid with a deep...

Hess, Deborah Marie

Hess, Deborah Marie

Jun 29, 2022

With deep sadness we share that Deborah Hess passed away on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 in Calgary, Alberta, at the age of 63 years. She is survived by her spouse, Alfred Derdall; and many other family members and friends.A Memorial Service will be held for Deborah at Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel (4121 – 17 Avenue SE, Calgary) on Saturday, July...

Paul Samuel Pakosz

Paul Samuel Pakosz

Jun 29, 2022

Paul Samuel Pakosz passed away on Wednesday June 29, 2022 at the age of 88 years.Paul is predeceased by 3 older siblings, who died back in the old country while their father worked in Canada to save money to bring his wife and kids over. He is also predeceased by a younger brother, Mike.He is survived by his loving wife...

Carl James Clarence Whan

Carl James Clarence Whan

Jun 29, 2022

On Sunday, May 29, 2022 Mr. Carl James Clarence Whan of Calgary, Alberta, passed away at the age of 79 years.Carl was born in Camden, Ontario. He was the eldest of four children. He was close to family including the in laws and was always welcoming, warm, and gave the biggest hugs. Carl married Marilyn in 1965 and together they...

Olga Jean Kettler

Olga Jean Kettler

Jun 26, 2022

Olga Jean Kettler left this world on Sunday June 26, 2022 suddenly but quietly and peacefully, surrounded by family, at the age of 86. She is pre-deceased by her siblings; Edna Wall of Wymark SK, John Banman of Calgary AB, Eva Banman of Edmonton AB, and Heinrich Banman of Wymark SK, and survived by Henry Banman of Swift Current, SK.  ...