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Elizabeth Marion Berting

Elizabeth Marion Berting

Jun 17, 2023

In loving memory of Elizabeth “Betty” Berting (nee Harcourt), who passed away on June 17, 2023, at her home in Calgary with family by her side. She is in our hearts and in our thoughts every day. Betty was born on May 16, 1936 to Fred Harcourt and Anna Brunn, who farmed west of LeRoy in the Humboldt district of...

Jaisyne Aiyonna Lefthand

Jaisyne Aiyonna Lefthand

Jun 16, 2023

It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of Kenzie’s companion, Jaisyne Aiyonna Lefthand, at the age of 26 years. She was a daughter, granddaughter, great granddaughter, sister, niece, aunt, cousin, and friend to us.Jaisyne was born in Calgary, Alberta, and attended Morley Community School and Exshaw School. She worked at Minor’s Café in Nordegg...

Ngoc Van Truong

Ngoc Van Truong

Jun 14, 2023

On Wednesday, June 14, 2023 Mr. Ngoc Van Truong, beloved husband of Lam Nguyen of Calgary, Alberta passed away at the age of 76 years.He lived in Rach Tau, Vietnam, and immigrated into Canada with his family in 1979.Besides his loving wife of 53 years, Ngoc is survived by his children, Nicole Truong, Chau Truong, Duc (Janell) Truong, Danny Truong...

Ida Hendrina Cornelia Lewis

Ida Hendrina Cornelia Lewis

Jun 14, 2023

Ida Lewis passed away on Wednesday June 14, 2023 at the age of 86 years.She will be lovingly remembered by her daughters, Diane Lewis & Loretta (Stu) Cole; and siblings, Bob (Ineke) Schriever, Peter (Hannie) Schriever & Liesbeth (Wim) Reijnen. Ida is predeceased by her parents, Johann & Ida; husband, Gerald William Lewis; later partner, Charlie Lewis; and sisters, Gerda...

Wesley David Bernhardt

Wesley David Bernhardt

Jun 12, 2023

Wesley Bernhardt passed away on Monday, June 12, 2023 at the age of 53 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his partner, Patricia Akachuk; his mother, Mary; Wes’s Children, Jordan and his wife Chantal, and Chantee and her partner Jordan; siblings, Johnathan and Lisa; his grandchildren, Jameson, Lacey and Sabre; as well as Wesley’s step children and step-grandchildren. Wesley...

Martha Ailean Gibb (Nee Lucas)

Martha Ailean Gibb (Nee Lucas)

Jun 11, 2023

On June 11, 2023, Martha Ailean Gibb, (nee Lucas)  passed away at the age of 84 years. She will be greatly missed by her loving husband of 62 years, Norman S. Gibb, and by her five children: Nancy (Brian) Lokhorst, Yvonne Gibb, Eldon (Jackie) Gibb, Terri (Darryl) Rolfson, and Curtis (Heather) Gibb, 15 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren, whom she loved...

Kelvin Douglas Wilson

Kelvin Douglas Wilson

Jun 10, 2023

Kelvin Wilson passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2023 at the age of 59 years. Kelvin is survived by his sister, Shannon Wilson (Stuart Mercer), Marlene Wilson (Guy Elliot); as well as 2 nieces, 2 nephews and several friends.Kelvin was predeceased by his father, Lawrence “Chopsy” Wilson; mother, Frances Wilson; siblings, Larry Wilson, and Gordy Wilson.A Celebration of Life will...

Cheryl Margaret Krug (Nee Smith)

Cheryl Margaret Krug (Nee Smith)

Jun 9, 2023

On Friday, June 9, 2023 Cheryl Margaret Krug, beloved wife of Dave Krug of Calgary, Alberta passed away at the age of 58 years.Cheryl was born and raised in Calgary. She shared a deep love for Dave, and Dave reciprocated this special love to her. They were married in May 2004. Cheryl was an outgoing and friendly person. She always...

Jeffrey Mark Laudenbach

Jeffrey Mark Laudenbach

Jun 9, 2023

Jeff Laudenbach passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023 at the age of 41 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his girlfriend Mandy Bilodeau; mother Sherry (Clint) McLeod; brother Zane McLeod; Little Sis, Chris; step-mom Monique Laudenbach; step-brothers Clayton, Lance and Sean; son Jax; Sister-in-law Sherri Krieger; nieces and nephews Charlie Mae, Leo and Shae Marie; and many more...

Lena Poffenroth

Lena Poffenroth

Jun 9, 2023

Poffenroth, Lena A.February 9, 1921 – June 9, 2023Lena Poffenroth passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023 at the age of 102 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her two daughters, Kay and Cleo; grandson, Bentley (Judy); great- grandson, Michael (Brittany); and great-great grandson, Ethan. A Family Graveside interment will take place at Carstairs Cemetery at a later date.

Trenton Cory Fox (Tatâga Thkan Wagichi)

Trenton Cory Fox (Tatâga Thkan Wagichi)

Jun 8, 2023

Words cannot express the heartbreak that we feel for the sudden and unexpected passing of our beloved Trenton Cory Fox. He was only 47 years old, and we are left to wonder why he had to leave us so soon. But like many First Nations people, Trent was not immune to the chronic illnesses that come with intergenerational trauma and...

Christina Veronica Jones

Christina Veronica Jones

Jun 8, 2023

Christina Jones (nee’ Desjarlais) of Calgary, AB passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at the age of 91 years. Christina was predeceased by her parents, Justine and Peter Desjarlais. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, Cheryl Jones; her sons, James, Randolph ( Nancy) and Lawrence ( Terry); Her grandchildren, Crystal, Chad, Kayla, Candace,...

Nilghe, Sheila Lynn

Nilghe, Sheila Lynn

Jun 7, 2023

Nilghe, Sheila LynnApril 1, 1989 – June 7, 2023Sheila Nilghe passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at the age of 34 years. Sheila is survived by her children, Courtney Carmen Wallis Nilghe and Nevaeh Brooklyn Abotossaway Nilghee; mother, Gail Frieze; Siblings, Debra Frieze, Nathan Nilghe, Melanie Nilghe; nieces, Eris Frieze, Acacia Frieze, Amethyst Ward, Raven Nilghe, Jaylen Napesis; Nephews,...

June Mary Cobb (Nee Turney-White)

June Mary Cobb (Nee Turney-White)

Jun 5, 2023

June Mary Cobb (nee Turney-White), born June 1, 1933, of Calgary, Alberta, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 5, 2023, at the age of 90, surrounded by family.June is survived by her children, Gillian (Paul) Heninger, Howard (Judith) Cobb, Tracy (Nicholas) Cobb-Reeves, Nathan (Natalie) Cobb, and Jeremy (Kerri) Cobb, 17 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and many loving extended family members.She was...

Suzanne Truba

Suzanne Truba

Jun 5, 2023

One of Suzanne’s final wishes was to have a short obituary. Sorry mom, not a chance.It is with profound sorrow, but also a firm knowledge of the eternities that lie beyond, that the family of Suzanne Truba announces her passing on the evening of Monday, June 5, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.Suzanne was born in Cardston, Alberta, on June...

Eugenia Haliw

Eugenia Haliw

Jun 3, 2023

Eugenia Haliw passed away on Saturday, June 3, 2023 at the age of 91 years.  She will be lovingly remembered by her son Ostap Haliw, cousin Bohdan (Laurie) Maslak, and many more family and friends in Canada, Ukraine, United States and Croatia. She was predeceased by her brothers Petro Haliw, Fedir Haliw and Ivan Haliw and sister Yulia Haliw.Eugenia was...

Cornelius “Neil” Neufeld Peters

Cornelius “Neil” Neufeld Peters

Jun 2, 2023

Neil sadly passed away on Friday June 2, 2023 at the age of 66 years.Neil will be lovingly remembered by his sons, Bruce and Bryan; siblings, Anna, Elizabeth, Jacob, Henry, John, Nettie, Agatha, and Dave; along with many nieces, nephews and extended family. Neil is predeceased by his parents Anna and Abraham, and brothers Abraham and Pete.Neil was born and...

John Burley

John Burley

Jun 1, 2023

John Burley passed away on Thursday, June 1, 2023 at the age of 73 years.John will be dearly missed by his wife of 35 years Colleen Burley; and two step-sons Rob Morgan (Rhonda) of Burbank, CA, and Liam Morgan of Calgary; Grandchildren Braden & Brooke Morgan. John is also survived by a brother Michael Burley (Wai Tung Kang) of England;...

Lorraine Margaret Wellman

Lorraine Margaret Wellman

May 30, 2023

On Tuesday, May 30, 2023, Mrs. Lorraine Wellman, beloved spouse of the late George Wellman of Calgary, Alberta, passed away at the age of 76 years.Lorraine is lovingly remembered by her loving children, Bonnie, Linda, James, George, her loving grandchildren and great grandchildren.A private family graveside service was held at the Garden of Heritage, Mountain View Memorial Gardens, Calgary, Alberta.

Levon Boyce Jackson Fox

Levon Boyce Jackson Fox

May 29, 2023

Stoney Name – Wi’chuna (BOY)Saulteaux Cree Name – Pisim (SUN)With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved, kind soul Levon Boyce Jackson Fox (aka “Dork” and “Jim”). He left this life on Monday, May 29, 2023 at the age of 39 years old.Levon leaves in this world those he cherished and loved him dearly. Levon will be lovingly...