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Terence (Terry) John Shaw

Terence (Terry) John Shaw

Aug 17, 2021

On Tuesday, August 17, 2021 Mr. Terence (Terry) John Shaw, beloved husband of Barb Shaw from Calgary, Alberta passed away at the age of 61 years.Terry was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He lived in various cities in Canada and Germany due to his father serving in the Canadian army. The family moved to Calgary in 1975. Terry graduated from Central...

Wilbur Percival Brown

Wilbur Percival Brown

Aug 17, 2021

Wilbur “Bill” Brown passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at the age of 91 years.Bill is survived by his sister, Doreen Roberts who resides in Kelowna, BC, extended family and dear friends.A Graveside Service will be held for Bill at Queen’s Park Cemetery on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at 10:30 am where he will be laid to rest with...

Levi Cole Holloway

Levi Cole Holloway

Aug 16, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved son, brother, uncle, husband, cousin, and friend Levi Holloway. He was called home on Monday, August 16, 2021 at the age of 40. “Spive” was born in Calgary, AB on October 10, 1980.His sense of humour and smile were as big as his heart. He would...

Robert Glenn Woolley

Robert Glenn Woolley

Aug 16, 2021

Robert ‘Bob’ Glenn Woolley died shortly after 6 PM, the evening of Monday August 16th at the Rockyview General Hospital in Calgary. Known for his work in the energy sector, the chemical engineer and entrepreneur died at the age of 86.As a new graduate from the University of British Columbia in chemical engineering, Bob, as he was called by those...

Eleanor “Queenie” Mcdowell

Eleanor “Queenie” Mcdowell

Aug 13, 2021

It is an honour to pass the baton to our Lord Jesus Christ who we’re sure will welcome Mom with His open arms. Mom lived her 100+ years walking with the Lord every minute of her entire life, and many were blessed by her living testimony to the Lord.To welcome Mom to her eternal home are her husband Earl, sons...

Julia Alvarez

Julia Alvarez

Aug 10, 2021

On Tuesday, August 10, 2021 Mrs. Julia Alvarez, beloved wife of Jose Fredy Alvarez of Airdrie, Alberta, passed away at the age of 67 years.Julia loved to go camping and garage sales. She also loves swimming, Chinese food, spending time with friends and family. Julia worked as a janitor in various golf clubs in northwest Calgary most of her life....

Sheryl Lynn Stallman (Nee Pannenbecker)

Sheryl Lynn Stallman (Nee Pannenbecker)

Aug 9, 2021

With her sisters and brother-in-law by her side, it is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Sherry on Monday, August 9, 2021 at the Rockyview General Hospital in Calgary, AB at the of 69 years old.Sherry was the most loving and caring person one would want to know. Sherry proved that loving kindness in 30 plus years of...

Darrel Wayne Ross

Darrel Wayne Ross

Aug 7, 2021

Darrel Ross passed away on Saturday, August 7, 2021 at the age of 53 years.He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 23 years Theresa Babb; son Dillon (Autumn) McGovern; daughter Danielle; grandchildren Amber, Noah, Kamryn and Jaxon; mother Bernice Ross; siblings Doris Wendt, Patsy Olsen, Larry Didychuk, Lynda Markowski, Penny Smith, Roger Smith, Bernice Ross; close friends Mark...

Hayley Twoyoungmen

Hayley Twoyoungmen

Aug 6, 2021

With profound sadness, we announce the sudden passing of our beloved sister, mother, aunt, grandma, great-grandma, sister-in-law and cousin.She loved going to annual family camping, enjoyed making drymeat and loved to do beadwork. She participated in traditional ceremonies and believed in her cultural values. Hayley was a very kind, humble and caring person. She received her education in Morley.She leaves...

Dale Guy Hillier

Dale Guy Hillier

Aug 3, 2021

Dale Hillier passed away on Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at the age of 78 years.He is survived by his children, Jackie (Tilson), Karen (Pat), Donna (David), Debbie, Lisa; grandchildren, Terri Lynn, Robyn, Nolan, Alexis, Samantha, Joseph, Danielle, Brittany, Chantal; great grandchildren, Riley, Tavaha, Mason, Louise, Aria, Ava; brothers, Ralph (Vivian) Hillier and Garth (Carolyn) Hillier; wife, Marie Jones-Hillier along with...

Leroy Alden Fletcher

Leroy Alden Fletcher

Aug 3, 2021

Leroy Fletcher passed away on Tuesday August 3, 2021 at the age of 70 years.Leroy was son of the late Arthur Fredrick Hamilton Jr. (Buster) & Kathleen Fletcher. He was born and raised in Beechville, Nova Scotia until he relocated and settlled in Calgary.He is survived by his loving wife & best friend, Laura; daughters, Laura (Aaron) & Dianna; son,...

David Wallis Young

David Wallis Young

Aug 2, 2021

David Young passed away on Monday, August 2, 2021 at the age of 58 years.He will be lovingly remembered by his wife and partner for 29 years Christine Young; children Blake (Wendy) Young, Tyler Young, Kristi (Brandon) Odowichuk, Shellby Young, Kyle Young and Alantis Young; grandson Xavier; mother Anne Young; siblings Lynette Young, Bonny (Phil) Taylor, Chris (Rose) Young and...

Jack William Cook

Jack William Cook

Aug 1, 2021

Jack Cook passed away on Sunday, August 1, 2021 at the age of 61 years. He will be dearly missed by his companion of over 30 years Roxanne Oke. At Jack’s request, no service will be held.

Marilyn Florence Cameron: Piita Ki (Eagle Woman)

Marilyn Florence Cameron: Piita Ki (Eagle Woman)

Jul 30, 2021

Marilyn Cameron passed away peacefully on Friday, July 30, 2021 at the age of 85 years. Marilyn will be dearly missed by her son Gerald Langan (Ruth) of Calgary; daughter Kathleen Cameron (Robin Johnson), of Calgary; grandchildren Stephanie Langan, Jerry Cameron and Wayne Cameron; great-grandchildren Jaden, Chloe, Brooklyn and Cooper; two step-children Ken Cameron and Mary Cameron; a brother Gerald...

Jeffrey William Skanes

Jeffrey William Skanes

Jul 30, 2021

Jeffrey Skanes passed away on Friday July 30, 2021 at the age of 41 years.Jeffrey is predeceased by his father, John Bond and his stepfather, John Molenkamp. He is survived by his mother, Melinda Skanes; sisters, April Skanes & Jacqueline Skanes (Eric Berube); nephew, Wolfe; aunts and uncles, Susan Skanes (Rob Malek), Stephen & Edith Skanes, Wendy Dunn, Robert Bond;...

Allan Richard May

Allan Richard May

Jul 30, 2021

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Allan Richard May announce his passing on Friday, July 30, 2021 at the age of 77 years old.Allan was born July 13, 1944 to Richard and Irene May. He was their eldest child. He grew up in the Cremona and Water Valley area, then as an adult moved to Calgary.Allan was...

Tyler Ross Symons

Tyler Ross Symons

Jul 29, 2021

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of an amazing father, son, brother, nephew, uncle, cousin and grandson, Tyler Symons.Tyler passed away peacefully at the age of 30 on July 29th 2021. He was born on Oct 24, 1990 in Calgary, Alberta. He will be remembered for his big smile, his silliness, big hugs...

Donnel O’Brien Sabey Qc

Donnel O’Brien Sabey Qc

Jul 28, 2021

Don passed away peacefully on July 28, 2021 after 91 years of a wonderful life.He was a much loved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and friend. He leaves behind Karleen, his beloved wife of 70 years, his sons David (Candace), Steve (Sharon), and Scott (Deanna), 5 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren.Don grew up in Raymond Alberta with 3 siblings before...

Lorne Richard Konelsky

Lorne Richard Konelsky

Jul 27, 2021

Lorne Richard Konelsky was born February 27, 1944 and passed away on July 27, 2021 at the age of 77 years.He will be deeply and dearly missed by his wife Gloria Konelsky, who shared his life for 56 years. His memory is cherished by his daughter Laura Carr (John Carr); son Richard Konelsky (Sarah); foster son John Schurer (Wendy); and...

Tham Van Tran

Tham Van Tran

Jul 26, 2021

Tham Tran passed away on Monday, July 26, 2021 at the age of 76 years. Mr. Tran is survived by two sons John Tran and Andrew Tran, both of Calgary.A gathering will be held for Mr. Tran at Pierson’s Funeral Service (4121 17 Ave SE, Calgary) on Thursday, August 5, 2021 at 10:30 am followed immediately by a graveside service...