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Stephanie Marie Ysinga

Stephanie Marie Ysinga

Jul 12, 2017

It is with incredibly heavy hearts that the family of Stephanie Ysinga announces her passing on Wednesday, July 12, 2017, in Calgary, at the age of 31 years.Steph was a beautiful soul; her strong will and determination were unbreakable, her artistic talents were remarkable, and her passion for life was contagious. She will be greatly missed by all those who...

Nurae Peterson

Nurae Peterson

Jul 12, 2017

Nurae Peterson passed away on Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at the age of 83 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 62 years, Ronald Peterson; sons Brent (Tami) Peterson, Greg (Deborah) Peterson, Douglas Peterson and Darren (Michelle) Peterson; 14 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; sister Lillian Baldry; and many more family and friends. She was predeceased by her...

Judith “Judy” Lea Hood

Judith “Judy” Lea Hood

Jul 9, 2017

It is with great sadness that the family of Judy Hood announce her passing on July 9, 2017 in Calgary. A Memorial Service will take place at 11:00 AM on Monday, July 24, 2017 at Garden Road 7th Day Adventist Church, 155-100 Street NE, Calgary AB T1X 0L4 with Pastor Ishmael Ali officiating.Funeral Home:Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel4121 – 17 Avenue...

Harvey Len Martin

Harvey Len Martin

Jul 4, 2017

Harvey Len Martin, age 71 of Calgary, Alberta passed away on July 4, 2017 in Crowsnest Pass, Alberta. A Celebration of Life will take place at 2:00 PM on Friday, July 14, 2017 at Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel.Funeral Home:Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel4121 17 Ave SECalgary, ABCA T2A 0T1

Terri-Lee Nadeau

Terri-Lee Nadeau

Jul 2, 2017

We are sad to announce the sudden loss of Terri-Lee (Missy) Nadeau. Terri-Lee (Missy) was called home to our creator at the home of her loving Parent’s, Patricia and Roger Bearshirt, in Calgary, Alberta on Sunday July 2, 2017. Terri-Lee was born October 1, 1978, in Calgary, Alberta. She is the beloved daughter of Patricia and Roger Bearshirt. She leaves...

Margie Oliver Asuncion

Margie Oliver Asuncion

Jun 29, 2017

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Margie Asuncion announces her passing on Thursday, June 29, 2017, in Calgary at the age of 36 years.Margie was an incredible person who had a heart of gold, she will be dearly missed by all those who had the absolute pleasure of knowing her.A Funeral Service will be held for Margie...

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...