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Ronald Allan Bateman

Ronald Allan Bateman

Jan 22, 2017

Ron Bateman passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 22, 2017 at the age of 84 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of two years Bella; children, Vic (Jeanine) Bateman, Stan (Lesley) Bateman, Donald Bateman, Della (Brad) Robinson, Jean Bateman and Charlotte (Suraj) Dave; grandchildren, Bill (Becky), Susie (Shane), Jason (Chasidy), Christy (Bob), Jennifer, Ryan (Sam), Kimberly (Jason),...

Justin William James Vathje

Justin William James Vathje

Jan 21, 2017

Justin Vathje passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2017 at the age of 27 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his mother Shannon (Greg); Father Larry; sisters Lauren (Bikram) and Holly (Kevin); numerous aunts uncles and cousins, including his close friend and cousin Brandon and good friend Colin. He is predeceased by his Granny Pat. Justin was born and...

Allen Earle Pettigrew

Allen Earle Pettigrew

Jan 20, 2017

Allen Pettigrew passed away on Friday, January 20, 2017 at the age of 64 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 41 years Virginia; four children, Natasha (Todd) Sawyer, Kristen (Jason) Bezan, Chelsey Pettigrew (Nick) and Tim Pettigrew (Celeste); ten grandchildren, Alex, Ryanne, Aidan, Alexander, Ethan, Vance, Evianna, Jackson, Isabelle and Henry; siblings RuthAnne Boss, David (Bev)...

Edwin Paul Dyck

Edwin Paul Dyck

Jan 18, 2017

Edwin (Ed) Dyck Oct. 29, 1950 – Jan. 18, 2017 It is with great sadness, the family of Ed announces his peaceful passing surrounded by loved ones at the Red Deer Hospice in Red Deer AB after a long, hard fought battle with Cancer at the age of 66. Born in Warman Saskatchewan, Ed was predeceased by his Father Herman,...

Daniel Dorance Jefferies

Daniel Dorance Jefferies

Jan 18, 2017

Daniel Jefferies, age 59 of Calgary, Alberta passed away on January 18, 2017. A Celebration of Daniel’s Life is pending.Funeral Home:Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel4121 – 17 Avenue SECalgary, ABCA T2A 0T1

Randolph (Randy) Michael Nicklassen

Randolph (Randy) Michael Nicklassen

Jan 16, 2017

It is with saddened hearts that the family of Randolph (Randy) Nicklassen announces his passing on Monday, January 16, 2017, in Calgary, at the age of 63 years. Randy is survived by his wife Jody of Calgary; children Michelle (Richard) of Calgary, Angela of Calgary, Bobbi (Roger) of Nanaimo, BC, Jefferey (Stephanie) of Calgary, Jeremy (Linda) of St. John’s, NL,...

George Ralph Zacher

George Ralph Zacher

Jan 15, 2017

George passed away peacefully with his family by his side on January 15, 2017He has left behind his loving wife Annie of 64 years; sons Rodney (Carrie) and Timothy (Jane); daughter Colleen (Dave Maitland); grandchildren Janette, Bonnie (Josh), Beverly, Kyle, Ian, Mikaela and Samantha; a great-granddaughter Mila; and a large extended family.George was predeceased by his son Kenneth George in...

Reece Howell Pearson

Reece Howell Pearson

Jan 12, 2017

Reece Pearson passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2017 at the age of 94 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his sons Charlie Pearson and Dick (Sue) Pearson; sisters Cleo Bilton and Beth Marles; and many family and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Larue Pearson and siblings Ken Pearson, Ethel Weir and Lois Winters. Reece was born...

Bernard “Sam” Garth Braund

Bernard “Sam” Garth Braund

Jan 8, 2017

“Sam” Bernard Garth Braund, 60, of Calgary, passed away Sunday January 8, 2017 at home with his daughter Leah, son-in-law Mike and dearest friend Don at his side. He was born in Guelph, Ontario on January 29, 1956 to his proud parents Gerald and Hilda (Noble) Braund who are predeceased as well as his brother Doug and the love of...

Brian Dwayne Wescome

Brian Dwayne Wescome

Jan 6, 2017

It is with great sadness that the family of Brian Wescome announces his passing on Friday, January 6, 2017 in Calgary, at the age of 58 years. Brian’s journey started in Smith Falls, ON, then took him to Kingston, ON and finally brought him here to Calgary. He was a jack of all trades who had a mind for business....

Antonio “Teddy” Aloysius Thompson

Antonio “Teddy” Aloysius Thompson

Jan 5, 2017

Antonio “Teddy” Aloysius Thompson, age 65 of Calgary, Alberta passed away on January 5, 2017. He is remembered with love by his daughter, Alisha and his niece, Sonia and many other family and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 21, 2016 at Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel.Funeral Home:Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel4121 – 17...

Audrey Mcdougall

Audrey Mcdougall

Jan 4, 2017

Audrey McDougall died peacefully in her home at Evanston Grand Village at the age of 88 years, with her family by her side. She is survived by her beloved sister, Bertha; her two loving children, her daughter Debra, son Cal and daughter-in-law Norma; her cherished grandchildren ; Adam McDougall, Layne McDougall (Mike Zak), Tara McGrath (Kevin Desmarais), and Meryk (Tim)...

John (Jack) R. Olsen

John (Jack) R. Olsen

Dec 30, 2016

It is with heavy hearts that the family of John (Jack) Olsen announce his passing on Friday, December 30, 2016 at the age of 87 Years, in Calgary. Jack is survived by his daughter Dallas (Ken Poffenroth); his son Barney (Laurie Olsen); his grandchildren Colin Poffenroth (Stashia), Ryan Poffenroth (Colette), Shelby Olsen, and Gina Olsen; his sister Karen (Gordon West)...

David Douglas Shephard

David Douglas Shephard

Dec 29, 2016

After years of battling the devastating effects of cancer and its treatment, Dave has left those who love him in this world to join loved ones waiting in a better place. Dave was predeceased by his dad Fred, and his beloved daughter Jodi. Dave has left behind his partner Lori Pire; his daughters Tana (Pablo) and Sara (Shane); 6 1/2...

Donald Louis Jones

Donald Louis Jones

Dec 27, 2016

A Celebration of Life for Donald will be held on December 31, 2016 from 2 – 5 pm at Billy’s House (4408 55 Street NE).

Donald Clayton Livingstone

Donald Clayton Livingstone

Dec 27, 2016

It is with sadness that the family of Donald Livingstone announce his passing at the age of 89 years. Donald was a long time resident of both Calgary and Saskatoon. He will be lovingly remembered by his children Douglas (Tammy) of Calgary, Diane (Albert Dunn) of Calgary, Heather of Radium, BC, Patricia (Arthur Ward) of Calgary, and daughter in law...

Mark Maurice Mitchell

Mark Maurice Mitchell

Dec 25, 2016

Mark Maurice Mitchell, 45, of Calgary, Alberta died suddenly and tragically on December 25, 2016.Mark was born April 3, 1971, in Barrhead, Alberta, to Arlene and Maurice Mitchell, the fourth child of the family.He is pre-deceased by his father, Maurice Mitchell, mother, Arlene Mitchell and older brother Terry Mitchell.He leaves behind his children, Kaden and Nevada (with their mother Staci...

Archibald Irvin Reimer

Archibald Irvin Reimer

Dec 25, 2016

Archie passed away unexpectedly on December 25, 2016, in Calgary at the age of 76. He was a professional taxi driver in Calgary for 33 years, almost exclusively with Associated Cabs. He had various jobs preceding that including his own HVAC company.Archie is survived by his son Anthony Reimer (Joanne Sampson), daughter D.D. (Dale) Gallant, grandchild Sabrina Gallant, brother Ernie...

Jodi Jean Mcdowell

Jodi Jean Mcdowell

Dec 24, 2016

Jodi McDowell passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 24, 2016 at the age of 40 years. Jodi will be forever cherished by her family which includes her mother Chicklet; her siblings John-Boy, Jessi, Jacki (Kyle); her adored grandchildren Jakayla and Isaiah; her nephews Jaydon and Jaxon; and many other family and friends. A Funeral Service will be held for Jodi...

Robert “Bob” Taylor

Robert “Bob” Taylor

Dec 23, 2016

Bob Taylor passed away on Friday, December 23, 2016 at the age of 76 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 57 years Marjorie; sons, Brad, Stuart (Maureen), Wayne (Susan) and Scott (Joanne); grandchildren, Chad (Jill), Jordan (Josh), Erik, Emilee, Kevin and Megan; great grandchildren, Drew, Sloane, and Blake; four siblings; numerous nieces and nephews and many...

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