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Hoang Van Nguyen

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...

Alice Smith (née Pearce)

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...

Stanley Nicholas Borowski

Stanley Nicholas Borowski

Nov 26, 2024

Stanley Nicolas Borowski passed away peacefully on November 26, 2024, surrounded by his loving family after a mercifully short and painless battle with cancer. A rote list of accolades cannot summarize the profound impact of his quiet life and his absence is deeply felt by those who loved him. 

Stan was born in a humble farmhouse in Fork River, Manitoba where...

Phyllis Mae Kroeker

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...

W. Keith Kunkel

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)

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...

Frouwiena "Winy" Maria Mellies

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

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

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

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...

Cody Gerald Dixon-Chase

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)

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Dat Sinh Ly

Dat Sinh Ly

Nov 27, 2024

Dat Sinh Ly, 81, of Calgary, AB died November 27, 2024. Dat passed away in hospital surrounded by family after a long battle with cancer. 

 He is survived by his wife Mu, and his two daughters Cindy and Sandy. He is also survived by his three sisters and three brothers. 

 He is remembered as a kind, caring and intelligent man who loved...

Lon Raeburn Gardner

Lon Raeburn Gardner

Nov 27, 2024

Lon Gardner passed away at Rockyview General Hospital in Calgary on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at the age of 83 years.

Lon is survived by his step-children, Willa (Paul) Brown-Coosemans, Kirt (Brenda) Schnurr & Kevin (Heather) Schnurr; seven grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; nephew James Drinnan, and niece Constance Hollenbeck; along with extended family. He is pre-deceased by his spouse, Lorraine Schnurr; parents...

Dale Robert Harder

Dale Robert Harder

Nov 25, 2024

Dale Robert Harder was born on December 10, 1968 in Calgary, Alberta to Irene and Leonard Harder. He passed away peacefully on November 25, 2024, in his hometown of Calgary. He will be fondly remembered for his warm spirit and the joy he brought to those around him. 

Dale was the cherished son of the late Leonard Harder, who preceded him...

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