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Brett Tolman Prince

Brett Tolman Prince

Jun 29, 2024

The family of Brett Prince announce his sudden passing on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at the age of 65 years at the South Health Campus in Calgary, Alberta. 

Brett was born September 9, 1958 in Calgary. He attended Lord Beaverbrook High School and after graduating Brett served a two year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in...

Claudia Mazalin

Claudia Mazalin

Jun 28, 2024

Claudia Mazalin, beloved mother, cherished sister, and dear friend, passed away peacefully in Calgary, Alberta on June 28, 2024, at the age of 70. Born on May 12, 1954, in Ljubljana, Slovenia, Claudia's life was a testament to resilience, love, and generosity.

Claudia's journey began in Slovenia, where she spent her formative years with her Grandmother and surrounded by family and...

Diane Mizue Lyseng

Diane Mizue Lyseng

Jun 28, 2024

Diane, beloved mother of Stephan and Kari, passed away suddenly at home, in Calgary, Alberta on Friday, June 28, 2024.

Diane was born on January 28, 1944 in Tashme, British Columbia to Hatsu and Kazuichi Shimozawa. She was the youngest of nine children. Her family left internment in 1946 and immigrated to southern Alberta, where they worked on multiple farms. From...

William (Bill) John Grainger

William (Bill) John Grainger

Jun 27, 2024

Bill Grainger, also known as William John Paavola, will be lovingly remembered by family and friends. He was born in Nordegg, AB and raised in Canmore, AB by Ralph and Doris Grainger (both deceased). In early childhood, prior to joining the Grainger family, he suffered a traumatic brain injury which left him with lifelong challenges. 

Bill loved music, animals, football and...

Victorio "Victor" Adarne Gutierrez

Victorio "Victor" Adarne Gutierrez

Jun 26, 2024

Victorio “Victor” Adarne Gutierrez, 63, passed away peacefully, with his family by his side, on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 in Calgary, Alberta, after a long battle with cancer.

Born on December 23, 1960, to Florencio and Rosa Gutierrez in Bukidnon, Philippines, Victor’s life was marked by hard work, dedication, and love.

After graduating in mechanics in the Philippines, Victor moved to Canada...

Mavis Dorothy Gulutzan (née Latimer)

Mavis Dorothy Gulutzan (née Latimer)

Jun 25, 2024

Mavis Dorothy Gulutzan, 76, of Calgary, Alberta, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 after a re-occurrence of cancer. Mavis was born on March 26, 1948 to Beatrice and James Latimer in Tisdale, SK. Mavis pursued a career in hair dressing and set up her business with her close friend and business partner, Marion Pearson in Hudson Bay, SK. M&M...

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Jun 20, 2024

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Delmer Nicholas Yaskiw

Delmer Nicholas Yaskiw

Jun 19, 2024

On Wednesday, June 19, 2024 Delmer Yaskiw, beloved husband of Donna Yaskiw of Calgary, Alberta passed away at the age of 71 years.

Delmer Nicholas Yaskiw, son of Stephen Yaskiw and Mary Nychuk, was born on May 22, 1953 in Shoal Lake District Hospital, Shoal Lake, Manitoba. One of four children (Lorraine, Leonard, and Beverly), Del grew up on the family...

Guenther Maekelburger

Guenther Maekelburger

Jun 17, 2024

Guenther Maekelburger passed away on Monday, June 17, 2024 at the age of 92 years. 

He will be dearly missed by his wife, Ruth; Guenther's sons, Ralph (Jolee), Herb (Sandy), and Harry (Brenda); as well as his seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Guenther was predeceased by his parents, Jakob and Kate; and Guenther's brother, Ray.

Guenther the plumber was born in a...

Kenneth Wayne Andres

Kenneth Wayne Andres

Jun 14, 2024

Kenneth Andres passed away at his home in Red Deer, AB on Friday, June 14, 2024. Ken was 66 years of age. 

Ken is survived by his wife of 41 years, Dixie; brothers, Robert (Judy) of Red Deer and Norm (Carol) of Taber; nieces, nephews; and grand-nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents, William and Lillian.

Ken was born in...

Marilyn Laverne Ekstrom

Marilyn Laverne Ekstrom

Jun 11, 2024

Marilyn Ekstrom passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. She was 82 years of age.

Marilyn is survived by her sons, Kevin & Rick; six grandchildren, Kandy Ekstrom (Trevor Myers), Brad (Erin) Ekstrom, Austin (Alicia) Ekstrom, Jade (Kayden) Trenchuk, Devin Ekstrom, & Thomas Ekstrom; six great-grandchildren, Victoria, Zac, Isabell, Kendra, Hannah & Jaxon, plus three to arrive -...

John Albert Callin

John Albert Callin

Jun 8, 2024

John Callin passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at the age of 58 years. 

John was born in Calgary, AB. He graduated from Bowness high school. John later attended SAIT Polytechnic and became certified as a radiographer. He then found employment in the oil patch a career he enjoyed. Later in his life John worked as a roofer.

Growing up, John...

Sami Antoun

Sami Antoun

Jun 7, 2024

Sami Antoun passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024 at the age of 66 years. Sami was born in Alexandria, Egypt, growing up there until the age of ten before the family made its way to Canada with a two-year stop in Dublin, Ireland. They settled in Montreal. Sami attended Rosemont High School and then went on to Sir George Williams...

Bernice Elizabeth Smith (Tracey)

Bernice Elizabeth Smith (Tracey)

Jun 5, 2024

On the evening of June 5, 2024, with her daughter at her side, Bernice Smith died peacefully at Age Care Seton, in Calgary, Alberta. She was 79 years old. Bernice is survived by daughter, Jolene of Calgary, Alberta; sisters, Janet of Chatham, Ontario, Sharon (Rick) of Windsor, Ontario, Linda of Lapeer, MI, brother, Edward (Diana) of Port Dover, Ontario; as...

Curtis Peter Senger

Curtis Peter Senger

Jun 5, 2024

Curtis Peter Senger passed away at his home in Calgary on June 5, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. He was 63 years of age.  He is survived by his mother, Bernice; and brothers, Barry, Jason, & Philip. He is preceded in death by his father, Rudy; and brother, Mark who passed away just three months prior.Curt was born...

Maureen Francis Livermore

Maureen Francis Livermore

Jun 2, 2024

Maureen Francis Livermore passed away on June 2, 2024, at the age of 83.

Maureen was born on January 15, 1941, in Calgary, Maureen's life was marked by a  career as both a nurse and waitress. Her dedication to caring for others shone through in her roles, earning her respect from many.

Having finished her schooling in Calgary, it was not just...

Lila "Elaine" Herbert

Lila "Elaine" Herbert

Jun 1, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Lila "Elaine" Herbert, a remarkable woman whose life was defined by compassion, dedication, and love. She departed from this world on June 1, 2024, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be cherished by those whose lives she touched.Elaine and her husband, George dedicated over five decades of their lives to fostering...

Sky Caroline Powderface

Sky Caroline Powderface

Jun 1, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the sudden passing of Sky Caroline Powderface on Saturday, June 1, 2024 at the age of 21 years.  Sky was born in Calgary and received her education at Morley Community School.  She worked as a cashier where she made many friends.  She had a wonderful sense of humour with a contagious...

Wayne Earl Marsh

Wayne Earl Marsh

May 31, 2024

Wayne Marsh passed away at the Peter Lougheed Hospital on Friday, May 31, 2024 at the age of 79 years.  He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Margaret Rose Marsh (“Tweety Bird”);  his children, "Darling Daughter" Gwendolyn Margaret Marsh,   who resides in Valleyview, Alberta,  his  "son" William ( Bill) Marsh, and Bill's wife, Donna Marsh of...

Robert "Bob" Bruce Henry

Robert "Bob" Bruce Henry

May 31, 2024

Robert "Bob" Henry passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024 at the age of 76 years.  Bob was married to Elsie for over 49 years. They were a loving couple who enjoyed their family. He was the rock of the family that he chose to be a cherished part of.Bob was a truck driver who always enjoyed his job. He also...

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