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Richard “Rick” Henry Blain

Richard “Rick” Henry Blain

Jun 26, 2017

It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to son, brother, nephew and uncle, Richard Henry Blain. Rick, son of Joe and Lorraine Blain, passed away unexpectedly in Edmonton on June 26, 2017 at the age of 53 years.Born and raised in Calgary, Rick worked in the seismic industry for many years and for Enmax for 15 years. Most...

Trevor “Chico” Douglas Fitzhenry

Trevor “Chico” Douglas Fitzhenry

Jun 26, 2017

Funeral Home:Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel4121 – 17 Avenue SECalgary, ABCA

Richard Austin Hall

Richard Austin Hall

Jun 26, 2017

Hall, Richard (Rick) Austin June 1, 1948 – June 26, 2017Richard (Rick) Hall passed away on Monday, June 26, 2017 at the age of 69 Years in Calgary with his family at his side.Pre-deceased by his wife, Vicky, of 35 years, Rick will be remembered by his son Adam (Debbie), daughter Veronica, sister Beverly Baitley (Jim) of Ontario, brother and...

Kari Elizabeth Davison

Kari Elizabeth Davison

Jun 25, 2017

Kari Davison passed away at her home on Sunday, June 25, 2017 at the age of 36 years.Kari was born and raised in Calgary and Strathmore. In her youth she was active in gymnastics, dance, and music. She loved horses and took riding lessons from her friend Diann Bruce who said she had impeccable timing because of her agility and...

Samuel Thomas Pelletier

Samuel Thomas Pelletier

Jun 23, 2017

Samuel Thomas Pelletier (Omookohpiikiis/Curved Rib Spencer Owl Child) – Passed away peacefully on Friday June 23rd, 2017 at the Peter Lougheed Hospital after a lengthy illness at the age of 60 years old. Samuel was born in Calgary, AB on November 10th, 1956 and was a member of the Siksika Nation. Samuel was predeceased by his parents Lorna and Peter...

Cheryl Kay Christmas

Cheryl Kay Christmas

Jun 21, 2017

Cheryl Kay Christmas (Formally Roy) March 17, 1967- June 21, 2017Cheryl will be dearly missed by her husband of 12 years Stuart Roy, their daughter Megan Roy, son-in-law Eddy Loaiza, granddaughters Madison and Jordyn, and son Henry Roy.Cheryl touched the lives of many families through her involvement with Girl Guides of Canada, as a Sparks and Brownie leader. She helped...

Ruth Martha Hasenbohler

Ruth Martha Hasenbohler

Jun 16, 2017

Hasenbohler, Ruth MarthaMay 30, 1925 June 16, 2017It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Ruth at the age of 92. Ruth was born and raised in Stein am Rhine, Switzerland. While working in the Jersey Islands, Ruth met her future husband Andy and the two decided to immigrate to Canada together. Arriving in Halifax in 1951,...

Francis Allan Mcnees

Francis Allan Mcnees

Jun 16, 2017

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Francis “Allan” McNees announces his passing on Friday, June 16, 2017 in Calgary, at the age of 73 years. Allan has left such an imprint on this earth and he will be missed by all those who had the pleasure of knowing him.Funeral Home:Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel4121 – 17 Avenue SECalgary,...

Anthony Duku Lugala

Anthony Duku Lugala

Jun 16, 2017

Anthony Duku Lugala, age 25 passed away at home on June 16, 2017 after a lengthy illness. He was born on July 8, 1991 in Yei, South Sudan. Having contracted polio when he was 18 months old, Anthony was left paralyzed from the waist down. He landed in Canada on the 11th of December, 2011 along with his mom and...

Fred Joseph Hawryluk

Fred Joseph Hawryluk

Jun 13, 2017

Fred, beloved husband of 64 years to Marlene Hawryluk, passed away peacefully at the Calgary Southwood Hospice with family by his side, following a brave 7 year battle with cancer. His positive and optimistic outlook, even in extreme adversity, was astounding. Fred’s resourcefulness and intuition allowed him to excel in many job opportunities including florist, Rena Ware District Manager, and...

Guy Fernand Portelance

Guy Fernand Portelance

Jun 13, 2017

We are so deeply saddened with the sudden passing of our beloved husband and father, Guy, at the young age of 67. He was survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Micheline, his 4 daughters: Suzanne Thurlow (Aron), Christine Patenaude (Luke), Diane Azzam (Walid) and Alexandra Portelance, 12 grandchildren: Megan, Julie, Matthew, Joshua, Samuel, Logan, Brandon, Gavin, Liam, Nikolas,...

Kevin Jeffrey Toth

Kevin Jeffrey Toth

Jun 10, 2017

It is with incredibly heavy hearts that the family of Kevin Toth announces his passing on Saturday, June 10, 2017 at the age of 42 years. He is survived by his Mother, Shelley Toth; Father, John (Jack) Toth; Brother, Justin Toth; Sister-in-Law, Guistina Toth; Niece, April Toth; Nephew, Marcus Toth; Uncle, Roland Ashdown and Aunt, Karen Pointer. Kevin was a...

Mark Anthony Bramer

Mark Anthony Bramer

Jun 9, 2017

Mark Bramer passed away suddenly with his family by his side at Foothills Hospital on Friday, June 9, 2017. He is survived by his loving wife of 37 years Judy, his sons Adam (Jennifer) and Matt (Amanda), daughter Chelsea (Shane), beloved grandchildren; Isabella, Brooklyn, Olivia, Mason, Kennedi and Luke, mother-in-law Marilyn Hackett, brothers; Kirk (Sue), Dave (Chris), and Ralph (Linda)...

Robert “Bob” Mackenzie

Robert “Bob” Mackenzie

Jun 9, 2017

Robert “Bob” Mackenzie passed away peacefully on Friday, June 9, 2017 at the age of 74 years. Bob will lovingly be remembered by his children Joanne Scott and David Mackenzie, his 6 grandchildren and great-grandchild. He was predeceased by his parents and his son Dougie Mackenzie. Bob was truly a jack of all trades but what he enjoyed most was...

Albert Edward Goodeve

Albert Edward Goodeve

Jun 7, 2017

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Albert Edward Goodeve, age 94 of Calgary, Alberta. Albert was born in Richmond, Saskatchewan on August 27, 1922 to Edward Ernest Goodeve and Mildred Robina Judd. He worked for 31 years in management for Air Canada and 10 years for Canada Post. Albert married Daphne Jean Walters on...

Denis Gilles Lacombe

Denis Gilles Lacombe

Jun 5, 2017

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Denis Gilles Lacombe in Calgary, AB on June 5, 2017 at the age of 53 years. He leaves to mourn his passing his love and partner Laurel Metcalfe; step son Jack Humble; son Justin Lacombe (Jordan); mother Pauline (Ted); father Noel (Francine); brothers John, Jules and Bryan; sister...

Rinato William Toy

Rinato William Toy

Jun 3, 2017

It is with heavy hearts that the family announce the passing of Rinato William Toy. The family will receive friends at a Visitation to be held at Pierson’s Funeral Service on Friday, June 16, 2017 from 5-9 PM. A Mass pf Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM at Holy Trinity Catholic Church with Interment to follow at Mountain...

Christopher Emery Perrault

Christopher Emery Perrault

May 29, 2017

SentChristopher Emery Perrault passed away suddenly on May 29, 1997. Chris is lovingly rememered by his six children Richard, Dustin and Matthew, Amy, Becca and Hallie. many brothers, sisters, extended family and friends. Chris is predeceased by his loving parents. A Celebration of Chris’s life will be held at Piersons Forest Lawn Chapel At 2:00 PM with reception to immediately...

Jonathan Kent Snell

Jonathan Kent Snell

May 28, 2017

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our dear son Jonathan, on Sunday, May 28th, at age 32. Jonathan was loved by many and is survived by his parents, Donald and Lori Snell, siblings, Anthea (Josh) Neill, Amy (Bob) Davis, Justin (Cheryl) Snell, and Jenee (Mike) James, and by his nieces and nephews, Benjamin and...

Zawadi Shukuru Kasongo

Zawadi Shukuru Kasongo

May 26, 2017

It is with great sadness that the family announce the passing of Zawadi Shukuru Kasongo in Calgary on May 26, 2017. A Funeral Service will take place at 10:00 AM on Friday, June 2, 2017 at Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel. The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to service time. Interment will follow at Rocky View Garden of Peace.Funeral...

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