Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Calgary, AB, Southern Alberta, & Surrounding Areas
Mary Lyons McLaughlin
Dec 21, 2024
Mary Lyons McLaughlin was born on January 9, 1943, in Creighton Mine, Ontario. When she was 16, she moved with her parents and brother to Calgary. A dedicated worker in the print industry, Mary began her career at the tender age of 18 as a bindery worker, diligently contributing her skills until the age of 71.
Despite the demands of her...
Joycilda Nelson-Henry
Dec 20, 2024
Joycilda Nelson-Henry passed away at her home on Friday, December 20, 2024 at the age of 82 years.
She is survived by her children, Rupert of Calgary, Donald, Norman, Devon & Mike all of Jamaica; many grandchildren; sister, Hyacinth; and extended family in Calgary, Jamaica and the United States. Joycilda was predeceased by her parents, Hezekiah and Imogene; and six of...
Varpu Talvikki Ferguson
Dec 19, 2024
Pixie Ferguson was born on December 21, 1952, in Eskilstuna, Sweden, to Aarne and Laila Luostarinen. Shortly after her birth, the family immigrated to Canada, where Pixie’s younger siblings, Pirjo and John, were born.
The family’s early years were spent in Saskatchewan before Aarne joined the Canadian Army, leading to an overseas move to Germany. Pixie spent three formative years...
Phyllis Mae Kroeker
Dec 15, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Phyllis on Sunday December 15, 2024, at the age of 89 years. She was the much loved wife of our father, Frank for over 71 years. She was the loving mother of six children, grandmother of 11 grandchildren and great grandmother of 22. She blessed and...
Hoang Van Nguyen
Dec 14, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Hoang Van Nguyen (Don), who passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on December 14, 2024, at the age of 65 years.
Born on February 24, 1959, in Ben Tre, Binh Dai, Vietnam, Don led a life marked by hard work and perseverance. In his youth, he would take...
W. Keith Kunkel
Dec 10, 2024
Warren "Keith" Kunkel passed away on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at the age of 83 years. He will be dearly missed by his wife Gail Kunkel; two children Tamara Kunkel of Red Deer and Tara Kunkel (Mario Sosa) of Calgary; two grandchildren Luca and Shiloh; two brothers Lloyd Kunkel and Ralph Kunkel; two sisters Eileen Barton and Donna Jensen; and...
Bertha Alice Baron-Blanchard (née Lee)
Dec 9, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Bertha Alice Baron-Blanchard. Bertha was a guiding light for her family-loving, steadfast, and always there for them. She embraced life with humbleness and gratitude, making every moment count. Bertha compared her life to a river: gently smooth flowing in places but also encountered rapids, eddies and turbulence with uncertainty...
Alice Smith (née Pearce)
Dec 9, 2024
Alice Smith, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend passed away on December 9, 2024, at the age of 94. Born on January 28, 1930, Alice lived a life full of love, joy, and generosity that touched everyone she met.
Preceded in death by her husband, James (Bill) Smith; her daughter, Eileen; and her twin sister, Trudy, Alice is survived...
Frouwiena "Winy" Maria Mellies
Dec 9, 2024
Frouwiena "Winy" Mellies passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024 at the age of 88 years.
Winy was born in the Netherlands on March 3, 1936. She married Pieter Ebbinga and they were blessed with their sons Jasper and John. Pieter passed away suddenly and then Winy married Willem Mellies and they moved the family to Calgary in 1967 and then...
Alice Dorraine Schneider
Dec 8, 2024
Alice Dorraine Schneider passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 8, 2024 at the age of 96, after a long battle with lung cancer. She passed in Calgary, Alberta surrounded by her family.
Alice was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on October 12, 1928 to her loving parents William and Emma Hill, brother Dick Hill and sister Eunice Baum. She would always tell...
John Sytsema
Dec 8, 2024
John Sytsema passed away after a short illness at Southwood Hospice in Calgary on Sunday, December 8, 2024. He was 68 years of age.
John will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Stephanie Sytsema (Brent Church); two grandchildren, Eve & Travis Schneider; brothers, Andy Sytsema (Robin Schmidt) and Gary Sytsema; along with his nieces, Deanne (Sal) Mancuso, Emma Simmelink, Ava &...
Christmas Memorial Service
Dec 8, 2024
The holiday season is a difficult time for those who have lost a loved one. Preparing for this season reminds us that you and your family will be missing your loved one this year. As our hearts ache, we believe that some healing can take place when we are surrounded by the love and care of others.In the spirit of...
James Edward Lapinsky
Dec 6, 2024
James Edward Lapinsky, affectionately known as Jim, was born on June 24, 1954 in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba. He began his journey in this world with a creative spirit that would flourish as he grew. Jim's career took a pivotal turn in 1979 when he established Jim Lapinsky Painting in Calgary, Alberta. His entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to his craft...
Cody Gerald Dixon-Chase
Dec 6, 2024
Cody Dixon-Chase passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024 at the age of 33 years. Cody will be dearly missed by his father Gerry Chase; His life partner Stephanie Lily; his siblings Dillon Dixon-Chase (Amy), Richard James Chase (Christina) and Jessica Beth Dixon; and nieces and nephew James, Claire and Charlotte. Cody is also survived by his aunt Angela Leclerc;...
Christine Elizabeth Hampshire (nee Myatt)
Dec 5, 2024
Christine Hampshire passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on December 5, 2024 at the age of 81 years.
Chrissy, as she was affectionately known, is survived by her husband of 61 years David; their four children Robert, Stuart (Lara), Michael (Vicky) and Janine (Paolo); seven grandchildren Alessandra, Massimo, Seren, Stefano, Ava, Eve and Grace. Christine is also...
Van Sen Truong
Dec 2, 2024
On Monday, December 2, 2024 Mr. Sen Truong of Calgary, Alberta passed away at the age of 65 years.
Sen was born in Bac Lieu, Vietnam. He will be fondly remembered by his family and especially his caregivers.
A visitation will commence at 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. with a Funeral Service to follow for Sen at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, December...
Johnny James Gobeil
Nov 30, 2024
Johnny “JJ” James Gobeil, age 49 passed over peacefully at his home Saturday November 30th, fulfilling his final wish of being with his boys Zues, Jack and Chase.
Johnny is survived by his beloved mother, Theresa Gobeil; his best friend Arlene Derksen (Bubba); his dad Reggie D (Molly) and their children Johnny, Chris and Sarah; his second mom Petra Giesa; his...
William Jason David Woodard
Nov 28, 2024
We are here today to celebrate, honour, and remember the life of William who passed away suddenly in his home.
William will be remembered most by his passion to help anyone and everyone. His heart was as big as his soul, he was so proud to spread the love and generosity to the communities. He took pride in being able to...
Toby Allan Racette
Nov 27, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our father Toby Allan Racette, on the evening of Wednesday November 27, 2024, with his loving wife of 47 years, our mother, Patsy Racette by his side. He is predeceased by his father Toby Racette, sister Lucy, stepfather Imre (Jim) Molnar and mother Isabelle Molnar. He is survived by...
Gerald Adrien Cyrenne
Nov 27, 2024
On Wednesday, November 27, 2024 Mr. Gerald Cyrenne of High River, Alberta passed away at the Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Center, Calgary, Alberta, aged 69 years.
Gerald was born and raised on a farm outside of Pontiex, Saskatchewan. He moved to Calgary in 1973, where met and married Pauline Comeau and had two children. In 2000 Gerald moved to Lethbridge...
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