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Perry Joseph Kieley

Perry Joseph Kieley

Feb 2, 2016

It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Perry Joseph Kieley on February 2, 2016. Perry was born in St. John’s, NFLD January 30, 1971and grew up a short distance away in the town of Holyrood. After high school, Perry left Holyrood and eventually made his way to Alberta via a short stay in Ontario. Perry was...

George John Jones

George John Jones

Jan 29, 2016

George Jones passed away after his courageous 3 year battle with cancer on Friday, January 29, 2016 at the age of 51 years. He leaves to mourn his passing his children, Kiara Jones, Bobbi-Jo Jones, Robert Baptie, Amanda Stanley, Michael Stanley and Natasha Stanley; grandchildren, Natalie Castaneda and Beckem Castaneda; best friends and caregivers, Laura Stanley, Brian Chiasson; dog Roxy;...

Stella Drews

Stella Drews

Jan 28, 2016

Stella Drews passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 28, 2016 at the age of 83 years in Calgary, AB. Stella was born on September 3, 1932 and was raised in Boyle, AB. Stella thoroughly enjoyed spending time with her family, especially being a part of family dinners. Wherever she went she seemed to have a camera in her hand because...

Jeffrey Clark Lechelt

Jeffrey Clark Lechelt

Jan 27, 2016

Jeff Lechelt passed away on Wednesday, January 27, 2016 just 3 days short of his 45th birthday. He will be dearly missed by his wife Nicole (nee Kobza); and their three children Benjamin, Zachary and Abigail; his parents Edwin and Margaret Lechelt of Sherwood Park, AB; and his sister Teresa and her husband David Graham and their sons Dylan and...

Hans-Dieter Werner

Hans-Dieter Werner

Jan 27, 2016

Hans-Dieter Werner passed away on Wednesday, January 27, 2016 at the age of 76 years. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Brigitte Werner; his sons Andre and Steven Werner; his daughter in law Rhonda Sharpe; the Block family in Germany; the Luz family in Calgary and Montreal. A Funeral Service will be held for Dieter at Pierson’s...

Douglas Oral Syverson

Douglas Oral Syverson

Jan 26, 2016

Doug Syverson passed away on Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at the age of 81 years. He is survived by his dear wife of 55 years Patricia Syverson, of Calgary; four daughters Pamela Whittaker (Kirk Nymann) of Naniamo, BC, Charlotte (Robert) McIntyre of Birch Hills, SK, Valerie Syverson of Calgary and Kathryn Cable of Canberra, Austrailia; ten grandchildren, Monica, Ian, Cassandra,...

Annie Paliwoda

Annie Paliwoda

Jan 24, 2016

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Annie Paliwoda announces her peaceful passing, surrounded by those who loved her most – her four daughters, on January 24, 2016 at the age of 83 years. Annie’s memory will be lovingly cherished by her children, Gail (Jack) of Armstrong, BC, Darlene of Red Deer, AB, Sharon (Rob) of Chestermere, AB,...

Nora Elizabeth “May” Pepin

Nora Elizabeth “May” Pepin

Jan 22, 2016

May Ppin passed away on Friday, January 22nd, 2016 at the age of 75 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Bernadett (Walter) Dumanski, Pierre Ppin ( Barb), Luc Ppin, Jean-Paul Ppin, Monique Corson, Ray ( Adam) Ppin and Nicole Ppin (Douglas); 11 grandchildren; one great-grandson; sibling Howard Jobin and many more family and friends. She was predeceased...

Hap Giang

Hap Giang

Jan 21, 2016

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Marianne Smith

Marianne Smith

Jan 21, 2016

Marianne Emilie Smith, beloved daughter of Dieter and Donna Voortman passed away peacefully at her home January 21, 2016. She is survived by her parents and brothers Jeff (Vicky) Smith, Steve (Chrystal) Voortman and Thomas (Natalie) Voortman. Marianne was pre-deceased by her two brothers Andreas and Oliver Voortman as well as her grandparents.

Gordon Whitworth Napier

Gordon Whitworth Napier

Jan 21, 2016

Gordon was born in Manchester, UK on Christmas day, 1922 and immigrated to Canada in 1949. He was predeceased by his parents and brother in the UK, his wife Barbara and grandson Zachary. He is survived by son David (Leslie) of Bedford, TX, daughter Susan (Brett); grandchildren Cheyenne, Andrew (Jessica), Benjamin, and Christa; great-grandchildren Luchia, Ethan, and Maxim all of...

Jake Kettler

Jake Kettler

Jan 19, 2016

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Albert Fiebelkorn

Albert Fiebelkorn

Jan 18, 2016

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Albert Fiebelkorn announces his passing on Monday, January 18, 2016 at the age of 89 years. His memory will be forever cherished by his loving wife of 62 years, Elizabeth “Georgina” of Calgary, AB; his children, Patricia of Calgary, AB, Bryan (Lilibeth) of Vancouver, BC, Larry (Leah) of Calgary, AB, and...

Loranza Albertina Meyers

Loranza Albertina Meyers

Jan 18, 2016

Loranza Meyers passed away on Monday, January 18, 2016 at the age of 91 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Ken (Shirley) Meyers and Doreen Eisenbeis; grandchildren, Corey (Lynne) Eisenbeis, DeWayne (Kim) Eisenbeis and Troy Eisenbeis; great grandchildren, Travis, Jessica, Marlayna and Tara; great great grandchildren Braxton, Tavia and Keira; and many more family and friends. She...

Mitchell Karazub

Mitchell Karazub

Jan 17, 2016

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Mitchell Karazub announces his passing on Sunday, January 17, 2016 at the age of 76 years. Born in Winnipegosis, Manitoba, Mitchell was raised by his grandparents on the family farm. He ventured to Toronto to train as a machinist, eventually making his way to Calgary where he enjoyed a successful career...

Gertrude Helen Hrycan

Gertrude Helen Hrycan

Jan 17, 2016

Gertrude Hrycan passed away in Calgary on Sunday, January 17, 2016 at the age of 88 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her grandsons, Kurtis Hrycan, Dean Hrycan (Jeanette) and Brad Hrycan (Julia); great grandsons Julian and Thrival; sisters Rose and Beth; numerous nieces and nephews and many more family and friends. She was predeceased by her son Glen...

Otto Kornelsen Reimer

Otto Kornelsen Reimer

Jan 16, 2016

Funeral Home:Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel4121 – 17 Avenue SECalgary, ABCA T2A 0T1

Elmer “Fudd” James Horton

Elmer “Fudd” James Horton

Jan 16, 2016

Fudd Horton passed away at home surrounded by his wife and children on Saturday, January 16, 2016 at the age of 58 years in Calgary, AB. Fudd was an individual that could help you see the bright side and put a smile back on your face. He enjoyed going for long drives and listening to music off all types, he...

Craig Peter Zado

Craig Peter Zado

Jan 11, 2016

It is with great sadness that the family of Craig Zado announce his passing in Calgary, AB on January 11, 2016 at the age of 69 years. Craig will be lovingly remembered by his daughters Karin (Dwayne) Zado and Stef (Mark) Voss; his grandchildren Adrian, Kaytlyn, DJ, and Heather; his mother Edith Zado; his sister Valerie Watkins; and brother Darrel...

Paul Poulin

Paul Poulin

Jan 6, 2016

Paul Poulin passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Wednesday, January 6th, 2016. Paul will be lovingly remember by his wife of 34 years, Frieda Patterson; his stepchildren Trevor and Mark; his step-grandchildren Curtis, Nathaniel, Adam, Erica, Victoria, and Brodie; his nephews and nieces Benoit, Olivier, Veronique, Rachel, and Melissa all of Laval, Quebec; his siblings Marc, Jean-Francois,...