January 9, 1936 – Spanish Town, Jamaica, West Indies
October 4, 2024 – Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

It is with great sadness that we share the peaceful passing of Ida, beloved mother of Robert (Noelle), Gregory (Kristyn) and Walter (Janna), dearly loved grandmother of Olivia, Kyle, Naomi, Logan, Sophie, Carter, and Lily, beloved sister of Nellie, King, Zie, and Winston. She also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews who miss her dearly.

Ida is remembered for being a social and political activist, an environmentalist, and a community member and leader. She spearheaded movements in her community to combat racism, support multiculturalism, successfully fought to halt the building of a highway through their residential community, and was responsible for the creation of a flourishing community garden. As an octogenarian, Ida continued to help and support her family, friends and community, and enjoyed walking to tend her garden, growing vegetables and flowers.

Ida Mae Richards lived a long, good, full life and is now at peace. We miss you.

A viewing will be held Friday morning, October 11 at 11am at the All Saints Anglican Cathedral in Edmonton.

A memorial service will follow on Friday afternoon, October 11 at 1pm at the All Saints Anglican Cathedral in Edmonton.

A private burial will take place on Saturday, October 12 in Calgary.

Fred Hilts
JUNE 4, 1939 – OCTOBER 6, 2024
Fred passed away October 6, 2024 with Janet by his side.

Fred played professional hockey for many years in the United States in the WHL, the San Diego Gulls being his main team. After hockey, he was involved in Thoroughbred horse racing in Alberta. He was Race Secretary at Edmonton Northlands and then was a jockey’s agent until he retired.

Fred is survived by Janet, his sister Marlee, her husband Carl Collins, nephews Rick and Greg and their families. He is also survived by many friends he played hockey with and the racing community.
The family would like to Thank, Dr. Chandra and the Palliative ward at St Joseph’s Hospital, Dr. R. Sterrett at the Cross Cancer Center, Dr Lee and the home Pallaitive team. Also, Dr Doug McCarty for his care throughout the last 29 years.

The cremation for Fred has already been held. At the request of Fred, there will be no service.

It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of our dear sister, favorite aunt and friend, Linda Ann Geals ( Lulu/ Gilly) after a short battle with cancer. Those who knew Linda, speak of her contagious laughter, community-minded spirit and love of her family. Linda was a devoted fan and volunteer for the Canmore Eagles and a proud member of the Canmore Legion. While being welcomed into the sky by her mom Grace, and dad Allan, she leaves behind her sisters Sharon and Michele, her nieces Rebecca (Dennis), Carissa (Karl) and Megan (Dustin), her only nephew Brandon (Misty) as well as her great nephews Atticus and Oliver and her great niece Emery. Linda surrounded herself with incredibly supportive woman and will be dearly missed by her “sistas” as well. A celebration of life will be held at 2pm on October 19th at the Canmore Legion. It is being asked that you please to wear jerseys to commemorate her love of hockey. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for a donation to be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Jumpstart Program benefiting youth in sport.

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Waltraud (Wally) Marquardt announce her passing on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the age of 83, with family by her side. She was a loving Wife, Oma, Meme, Aunty and friend to so many. She was our angel on earth and will be missed so much.

She had a way of making everyone feel special and loved. No one left the house empty handed, ever.
She loved to bake, collect teddy bears and her coffee pot was always on and everyone was welcome.

She leaves behind her loving husband Erwin of almost 63 years, son Randall (Jennifer), daughter Monica (Gerhard) and her precious grandchildren Ryan (Madison), Dustin, Kadyn and Leighton.

Thank you to all our friends and family who walked this journey with us – it helped us through all the tough days. Just shows the impact mom made to everyone.

Thank you to all of the doctors and nurses that helped mom especially her team at the Edmonton General Hospital hospice who took the best care of her over the past few weeks. Mom fought her cancer so hard and with a positive strong attitude – she helped us cope because that’s who she was.

As per her wish there will be no funeral service. Cremation has taken place.

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Jerry; wife, mother & grandmother, surrounded by her family. Predeceased by her parents, Eric & Evelyn (Hooper) Jamieson. She will be forever remembered by her husband of 60 years, Dave, son Keith (Ruth) Ball, daughter Kelly (Lance) Hartley, Grandchildren, Eric (Sasha), Steven & Darren Ball, Shae & Amber Hartley, & Derek (Siobhan) Epp.

Born in Lacombe, AB, in March 1942, Jerry attended school in Alix, AB until grade 9, then worked for her dad at his real estate/insurance business. She met Dave (also known as Chip) of Mirror, AB around 1959 and by 1964 they formalized their union. She loved excitement & fast cars; especially the classics & roar of muscle cars. Her biggest passion in life was her yard; spending endless hours designing, sculpting & manicuring a rock-style flower garden & lush green lawn. Her efforts were nominated for “Edmonton’s Yards in Bloom” from 2010 to 2012. She took great pride in anything domestic; except cooking—she’d rather her home not have a kitchen. Her radio was always on playing classic rock/disco. She did enjoy coffee-time with friends & neighbours and would help support anyone in need; especially her family. She had a skill with knitting or crocheting amazing sweaters & covers. Once her grandkids arrived, she was given renewed purpose loving the chance to visit or care for them anytime, creating knitted outfits or blankets. Always missing them when they left.

“You will be forever remembered as a big part of our lives and deeply missed by us all”.

As per Jerry’s wishes, there will be no memorial service held.

Special thanks to the University of Alberta Hospital (5E3/5E4) & Norwood Hospice Care Team

It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Dan Bella on October 3, 2024. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Donna, his brother Vern, sister Terri (Barry), sister-in-law’s Debbie (Clayton) & Debbie, nieces and nephews.
In keeping with Dan’s wishes, no funeral service will be held.
In lieu of flowers please donate to The Greater Edmonton Animal Rescue Society or a charity of your choice.

William (Bill) passed away peacefully on September 9, 2024.

He will be forever and lovingly remembered, and is survived by his longtime partner Jackie Robins and her children Greg (Lana) and Laurie; and Jackie’s grandchildren, Braden, Kayla, Cole and Caleb. Survived also by his children Laura (Rick), Rod (Jenny); two grandchildren Jordie (Marie) and Courtney (Paul); and five great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Bill is also survived by his brothers Ron (Elaine) and Cliff (Lynnea). He was predeceased by his parents John and Mary, brother Bruce and sisters Mary and Dianne.

Bill embraced the simple joys of life and lived each day to the fullest. He was a true gentleman, respectful, kind and caring, who always had a smile on his face. He was a mentor, a leader, a beloved family man, and a dear friend to so many.

Born in Canora, Saskatchewan, Bill was the second of six children. Bill enjoyed playing and watching sports primarily golf, baseball and hockey. He loved to dance and listen to music and he was a loyal fan of the Chicago Blackhawks and Edmonton Oilers. Bill had a great sense of humour and loved to laugh. He was extremely proud of his brothers and sisters. Bill was the CFO of OJ pipelines and retired in 1994. After his retirement he and Jackie spent time in Hawaii and Mesa, Arizona.

The family wishes to send a sincere thanks to the doctors and nurses at the Robins pavilion fifth floor, and the staff at Silver Birch Place who provided wonderful care for Bill in his final few years.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear brother, Peter (aka Pedro) Hans Schultz. He was born in Verden an der Aller, Germany, on January 20,1948, first son to Erich and Emmy Schultz. A year later his sister Karin was born and the family emigrated to Canada in 1951, first living on a farm near Bentley for several months and then moving to Edmonton where his father found employment as a carpenter. Here our brother Harvey was born, making the family complete.

As poor immigrants we lived in a single car garage with another aunt, uncle and cousin while dad built a house in the Delton area. Peter attended school there, knowing no English but learning quickly. Our parents were very industrious and our house was quickly filled with renters and boarders whom mom was happy to cook for, supplementing our income.

After moving to the southside of Edmonton, Peter attended Hazeldean Elementary, then Richie Junior High and Victoria Composite High School. He went on to study typesetting in a college in California, then worked for the Edmonton Journal a few years.

Peter was drawn to faith in God at the age of 12 and had a desire to learn more about the Bible. Over the years he attended Bible schools in Edmonton, Germany, Camrose and LacLaBiche. He wanted to help others and studied to become a nursing orderly which he practised over 30 years.

Sadly Peter suffered with bipolar condition since he was in his late twenties. He made no secret of it. As years progressed, his depressions lasted longer and longer. He was hospitalized several times and was fine for a short time before the cycles resumed.

Peter had open eyes for people in need, people struggling with addictions and homeless men and women so he decided to give up his job in 1990, and move into the inner city to help them. It led to many interesting and challenging experiences, for him, for the police and for the family. He got evicted a few times for bringing homeless people into his room, feeding them, letting them shower and sleep there on occasion. He said he had taken in over 100 people through the years.

Peter attended the Edmonton German Church of God since childhood but liked to attend First Nations Alliance and First Christian Reformed church while living downtown. He had a big heart for first Nations people and was considered an Elder and even father- and grandfather-figure by some. He would gather clothing, shoes and supplies to hand out. He could often be seen with a backpack full of stuff, pushing a stroller filled with Bibles, tracts, fruit, water, clothes, socks, shoes, raincoats, umbrellas, whistles for women, balloons for kids and more stuff to share. But first and foremost Peter wanted to share his love for his best friend Jesus with those whose lives seemed so difficult and hopeless. He often attended soup lines and breakfast programs in order to socialize with people.

In an article for Boyle McCauley News in September 2003, he said “I like to fish where the most fish are. Just like God demonstrated his love by sending Jesus to show what God is like, I feel a calling from God to be with these people and be willing to suffer with them”. He considered himself a street pastor and would go on prayer walks in the morning. Several people can thank him for saving their lives by him getting them urgent help. He was an activist who wrote many letters, articles in newspapers and petitioned government leaders to provide more housing and care. In 2005 he was awarded the Alberta Centennial Medal for having made a significant contribution to his community, fellow Albertan and to society.

In 2021 he had surgery on his forehead and cancer was discovered.  Unfortunately it metastasized and in June 2024, while in treatment for his depression at Villa Caritas, cancer was found in various spots in his body and he was given months to live. He faced the diagnosis bravely and said he was ready to meet Jesus, deciding not to get treatment.

When his pain became intolerable on September 3, he spent a week at the Grey Nuns hospital, followed by a brief stint of moving back to his place at Sparling Lodge. Needing more care, he was moved to the palliative care unit at the General Continuing Care where he passed away peacefully on September 24.

We want to thank all caregivers at Sparling Lodge where he lived many years, as well as nurses and doctors at the facilities he was treated in. We especially thank his good friends, especially Pastors Wally Makus, Vern  Grant and Bernhard VanderVlis, for their ongoing compassion and understanding.

Peter leaves to mourn his siblings Karin (Horst) Depner, Harvey(Betty) Schultz and nine nieces and nephews,  along with his cousins and many friends.

A celebration of life will take place in October. If anyone would like to make a donation in memory of Peter (Pedro), please do so to Hope Mission, Mustard Seed or ShareWord Global (Gideons). Thank you

It is with a heavy heart that I announce the sudden passing of my father William Trevor Wilson on September 27th, 2024 at the age of 73. 

Trevor is lovingly remembered by his daughter Lauren Breakwell (Landon); grandchildren; Emily and Thomas Breakwell; sister Maybeth Riley nee Wilson. As well as many friends and friends here in Edmonton and in Carrickfergus. Trevor was predeceased his parents Willian Tuff Wilson and Mary Linden Wilson nee Ross.

Trevor was born on December 25th, 1950 in Carrickfergus, Co. Antrim, Northern Ireland. UK. Entering the British Army in 1968 to the Regiment of the Royal Engineers, specializing in live high voltage, then leaving the army in 1976. In 1977 he immigrated to Edmonton September 1977 to work for Alberta Power for 20 years. Trevor was responsible for the first ever construct of the Power Grind between the Alberta & Saskatchewan. Trevor became lecturer at NAIT teaching in the Electrical Department. Devoting 15 years to the program until his early retirement due to ill health.

Trevor was diagnosed with Dementia in 2012 then in December of 2023 with stage 4 lung cancer.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the wonderful staff at the University of Alberta Hospital Emergency Department, with their extraordinary efforts to keep Trevor comfortable in his final hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directly to either of the following charities. The Alberta Cancer Foundation, The Alzheimer Society of Alberta and The Edmonton Fire Fighter Burn Treatment Society. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. 

Michael “Mikey” Montgomery passed away on September 22 2024, at the young age of 46 years old, surrounded by his loving family.

Mikey was known by many for his ability to make others smile and laugh. He loved his family to the fullest and it goes without saying he was a wonderful husband, father, and son. He adored his mother and was fiercely protective of those he loved. Mikey was a passionate man who enjoyed playing golf in his free time; he inspired and taught many through his love and excitement for the sport. He was a force to be reckoned with and will forever be remembered by his classic middle finger and his favorite saying: “Chawaaaaa”!

Brokenheartedly, he leaves behind his loving wife of 27 years Angela. Sons; Kaleb (Marcela), Kaden (Marija) and his daughter; Katie (Amin). Adopted son; Trytann. His Mother; Sharon. His brothers; Coleton (Heather) and Dennis (Kayla). Adopted brother; Greg. Family pet; Chapo. Along with Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, in-laws, and honorary family members and friends that he lovingly cared for.

Sadly, Mikey is predeceased by his brother; AJ Montgomery and his father; Allan Montgomery.

We are beyond privileged to have known and loved him.
He will be missed dearly and forever remembered.