Ken was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia on August 22, 1938, to Edward and Rita (Keeler) Kelly. He grew up with his older brother, Buddy (Edward), playing baseball on the Halifax Commons. Years later the cleat marks on the kitchen floor of 14 Agricola Street were a loving reminder to Rita of her boys and all those summer days. In his university days, Ken played hockey for St. Mary’s University and “gave as good as he got!”

Ken married his high school sweetheart Pennie McCaffrey in September 1957 and together they had 3 children: Kenneth Scott, Sean Michael, and his beloved daughter Lisa Marie. In 1965, with his teaching degree in his back pocket, Ken moved the family to Calgary, Alberta. In 1985, Ken’s marriage to Pennie ended, but their dedication and love for their family continued.

Throughout Ken’s career, he was a teacher, a principal and later a high school counsellor for the Calgary Catholic School Board. One of his stories was about the year a student came to him and told him that the final exams were causing everyone a lot of stress. The students wondered why the year of coursework was not enough and why a final exam was necessary. Ken thought the students were right and so, exams were cancelled that year. If you meet any of Ken’s students on the street, I am certain that they would tell you he was their champion, their confidante and biggest supporter. Ken believed passionately in his students and their potential. In the words of his closest friends and colleagues, Ken had an impact on thousands of students over the years. Many who worked alongside Ken found special comradery in meeting at the Legion over a pint or two, a tradition which lasted many years beyond retirement.

Michelle Ferguson benefitted from Ken’s wisdom and guidance when he became her course counsellor and mentor at Bishop Grandin High School in 1987. His belief in her extended long after she graduated, and they kept in touch. In 1996 Michelle introduced Ken to her mother, Huguette (Gladu), thinking that it would be lovely if two of her best friends in this world became friends. Huguette and Ken married in 1998 and Ken became a beloved member of the family and stepfather to Suzanne, Bruce and Michelle Ferguson. His wisdom, guidance and humor were blessings to the family.

Ken and Huguette engraved their wedding rings with “Fo’ever” a saying they often repeated to one another. They enjoyed a rich life together visiting their favorite spots, especially Heritage Park. Ken and Huguette moved to Edmonton, Alberta in 2020.

Ken always looked forward to family gatherings and he especially enjoyed vacationing with daughter Lisa at Gleniffer Lake where he had his very own “bunkee” (mini-guest house)! The bunkee is decorated with Ken’s “Principal” name plate and some school memorabilia, making him feel right at home! Ken adored his grandchildren Kyle and Kelly-Ann Wood, Elsie, Jack, Sam, Sophie and Liam Reimer, and Brittany and Andrew Ferguson. To his grandchildren, to Lisa and his step-children he was “Pupper”, a name he called his own grandfather and wore himself with pride. Sadly, Pupper lost his son Sean in March 2023, a loss Pupper never recovered from. Ken and his brother Buddy both passed on this year, and we take great comfort in knowing that Pupper is reunited with his parents, brother and son.

Pupper enjoyed many pursuits in his life: crosswords, reading the paper cover to cover, camping with Fred (the dog), and skiing until he was in his late seventies! A little competitive, he enjoyed games of crib, bean bag toss, and Yahtzee. In fact, if you listen closely, he is likely yelling “Yahtzee!” wherever he is, with that Pupper twinkle in his eyes!

His journey on this earth is done. He changed many a life with his kindness, compassion and love. Pupper would never say goodbye, it was always “until next time”. To honor his memory his family asks that you have a “Pupper kind of day”. Take the time to love your family and tell them how much they are cherished and loved. Go for a walk and listen to the birds. Marvel at the sun. Until next time Pupper. We love you. Thank you for loving us (Huguette says Fo-ever).

As per Pupper’s wishes, no service will be held. His family will gather for a private celebration at a later date. If anyone wishes to make a donation in his name, any contributions towards Alzheimer’s research would be appreciated.

COFFEY, Kerry
February 28,1949 – June 30, 2024
It is with great sadness and much love that we say goodbye and announce the passing of Kerry Coffey who passed away on June 30, 2024 at the age of 75. Kerry is lovingly remembered by his wife Sharon, sons Christopher (Yulicet) and Scott (Caterina), brother Michael Gray (Joyce), sister in law Carole Anne Coffey, step-grandson Christhian, as well as many special nephews, nieces, in-laws and friends. Kerry was born in St John’s NL on Feb 28,1949 and spent his summers in Ferryland with his grandparents, a place he always held close to his heart. He was predeceased by his parents James Michael Coffey and Marguerite Maher Coffey, brother William Kenneth Coffey and sister Roseanne who died in infancy. During his 44 year career as an Electric Motor Mechanic Kerry worked for GE, Westinghouse, Siemens, Turbocare and Meridian Power Systems making many lifelong friends along the way.
Kerry enjoyed retirement in Florida with Sharon and his beloved dogs Bubba and Minnie, spending his days relaxing and playing golf.
The family wish to thank the staff at the Rivercrest Care Centre for the compassionate care he received at the end of his journey.
A celebration of life will be held on September 8, 2024 at 3:00 pm at The Crooked Mouth Pub (Formally Oscars Pub) located at 221 Chippewa Rd in Sherwood Park.

Please feel free to join us in remembrance.

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Kimberly Ann Reves (nee Swaffield) on July 24 2024, at the age of 63.
She will be remembered by her husband 44 years (Roger), her children and their partners/spouses and grandchildren (Candice/Austin, Jayden and Brock), and (Todd/Janelle, Hailey, Ryland), her parents Jim and Edna Swaffield, Sister/Brother in-in-law (Kathy/Andre), 2 brothers and numerous relatives and friends.

“Say in grief she is no more, BUT lives in thankfulness that she was.”

At Kim request, no service will be held, just cherish the memories that you shared.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jeffrey Andrew Clement James.

Jeffrey was born on June 20th, 1949 in Pembrokeshire, Wales to Ronald and Doris James. In a busy household of 6 boys, Jeff was the second youngest. Jeff joined the British Navy and also worked a variety of jobs throughout Wales and England before moving to Canada in the early 1980’s.

In 1991, Jeff was granted his Canadian citizenship. In Canada, Jeff primarily worked as a scaffolder, but dabbled in handyman and house renovation work. It was very rare for him to live somewhere without an active renovation happening.

Jeff passed on July 15th, 2024. Jeff is survived by his children, grandchildren, three of his brothers, and the many nieces and nephews he has back in Wales. As per Jeff’s wishes, his ashes will be brought back to Wales.

A Celebration of Life will be held on August 26th at Newton Community Hall. The hall will open at 5:00pm, with a ceremony at 6:00.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Edmonton Humane Society on his behalf. Jeff loved taking care of the animals in his life.

It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the unexpected passing of Jane Nagy (Cowles) on June 5, 2024, at the Grey Nuns Hospital. This news comes as a shock to us all, considering Jane’s resilient nature, having fought through previous health challenges.

Jane was born on May 19, 1939, to Frank and Matilda (Sebastian) Cowles in Edmonton, Alberta.
She was the 2nd of 6 children. Being second motivated her to support others and strive to be the best. She maintained these qualities throughout her life.
From a very young age, Jane was introduced to ‘the lake’ (Pigeon Lake). This was not a place to go but a place to experience. There’s no doubt her time spent at the lake was a true reflection of her.
She was able to instill her love for the lake in others, helping to build a community around it. Jane was one of the founding members of the Mulhurst Bay Quilting Club and also founded Mulhurst Bay Ladies Day. Additionally, Jane sold her popular salsa at craft sales over the years.

Jane’s perseverance and uplifting spirit have left a lasting mark on the lives she touched. She took immense pride in her family and their journey through life.

She will be deeply missed but will always be remembered through her loving husband of 54 years, Ben Nagy, her daughter Susan (Nagy) Mullen and son-in-law Don Mullen, granddaughters Beth and Anne Mullen, son Ted Nagy and daughter-in-law Erin (Kerr) Nagy, grandchildren Taylor and Nikolas. She is also survived by her siblings: Mary (Cowles) Knights husband Bob, Judy (Cowles) Alilovic, Connie (Cowles) Bunnin husband Dave, Peggy (Cowles) Juchli husband Rob, and Buck Cowles wife Penny (Cowley). Jane also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and friends.

A “Celebration of Life” will be held on Wednesday, August 7, 3:00 p.m. at
Telford Senior Centre, Leduc Alberta.
Jane would appreciate those who can attend the celebration to wear her favourite colours (anything pastel). She would say, “Black is not a good colour for a celebration it’s just not a happy colour’.

To help continue building Jane’s beloved communities the family requests donations be made to Mulhurst Bay Community League mulhurstbaycommunity@gmail.com

Donald James Courtney
(June 24, 1956 – July 9, 2024)
Donald James Courtney of Edmonton, AB formerly of Sherwood Park and Camrose, AB passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at the age of 68 years.
Fondly remembered by his sons, Jonathon and Jason of Edmonton, his brother Earl (Val) of Sherwood Park, his brother Bill of Cobble Hill, B.C., his sister Joan (Doug) Endres of Sherwood Park, his brother-in-law Doug Baker of Dried Meat Lake, AB, and his ex-wife Judy (Robin) Lessard of Mundare, AB. Don was predeceased by his parents, Dora and Howard Courtney and his sister Sharon Baker.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 am, Thursday, August 8, 2024 at Glen Allen Recreation Complex, (2nd floor Lounge) 199 Georgian Way, Sherwood Park, AB T8A 2W9
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to Muscular Dystrophy Canada or the charity of your choice.

Doreen Mary Florence Bertha Burling passed away peacefully on July 17th 2024 at 12:21 pm surrounded by loved ones, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and light.

Doreen was born September 15, 1938, in Beaver Crossing, Alberta. Doreen was the eldest of 10 children born to her loving parents, Eva and Joseph Desjarlais. Doreen faced life’s challenges with courage from a young age. At seven years old, she spent almost a year far away from home in the Charles Camsell Hospital battling tuberculosis, and not many years later, she moved away from home to attend school. These early separations from her family shaped her into the strong and independent woman her family and friends knew and loved.
In 1958, Doreen met her husband, Allan at a diner where she worked. Their love quickly blossomed, leading to marriage and the birth of their five children: Paul (Deb), Michael (Luwam), John (Maria), Shannon, and Shauna (Donny). Doreen’s family continued to grow with her beloved grandchildren: Charity, Lindsay, Faron, Derek, Bryce, Gaby, Bayron, Drakmar, Paul, Sofia, Barbara, John, Ashley Jayden, and Jacey, and 8 cherished great-grandchildren.

Doreen was a vibrant member of the Fort Saskatchewan community. Her involvement with the Ladies Legion Auxiliary Association, volunteering at the Pioneer House, and participation in various committees, including the Red Hat Society, showcased her dedication to serving others. Her competitive spirit shone brightly in her love for card games, particularly crib, where she often secured a top spot. Doreen’s passion for card games carried on into her last days.

Music and dancing and her grandchildren brought immense joy to Doreen’s life. Known for her humor and quick wit, Doreen could always be counted on to bring a smile to those around her. She had an amazing ability to connect with people, leaving a lasting light and impression on everyone she encountered.
Doreen was more than just a Daughter, Mother, Grandmother, Auntie and Friend; she was a gentle Angel, a source of comfort and support and unconditional love. Her selflessness knew no bounds, always giving more than she received. Whether it was a listening ear or a soothing hug, Doreen’s nurturing spirit was a constant presence in the lives of her loved ones.

Doreen will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Her memory will forever be cherished, and her legacy of love and kindness will continue to inspire all who knew her.Doreen is predeceased by her parents, Eva (1980); Joseph (2002), her brothers, Howard (1997); Dale (2018), her sister, Bertha (2023) and her husband Allan (2008) Doreen’s celebration of her wonderful life will be at the Fort Saskatchewan Legion #27 in the Normandy Room at 1pm on July 29th, 2024.

We welcome all of her friends and family to come together in remembering such a beautiful lady and her life.
Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to Mom’s second home the Fort Saskatchewan Legion in person or by phone or if you wish to ‘Donate In Tribute’ to the Edmonton Humane Society as Mom loved all animals https://www.edmontonhumanesociety.com/…/donate-in-tribute/

Thank you for the outpouring of love and support to the family, the
beautiful things being said about our Mother is very comforting.

David Schmidt passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024, at the age of 64. He leaves behind his soulmate, Evelyn; his two daughters, Andréa and Nickola; his two granddaughters, Rowan and Shire; his siblings, Debra, Robert, Janice, and Fred; his cat, Caesar; and many other relatives.

David was a talented artist and a gifted cook, bringing creativity and delicious meals into many lives. His love for music was a constant source of joy. Known for his storytelling and humour, he enjoyed sharing jokes and stories with friends and family. David loved travelling with his friends and embraced the opportunity to explore new places and cultures. He also had a passion for golf and darts and was skilled at both, often enjoying dart competitions at Oscars Pub.

David’s presence will be missed, and his memory will live on in his shared stories and laughter. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Polar Bear Fund (polarbearfund.ca) or the Heart and Stroke Foundation (heartandstroke.ca) in his memory.

Bret Williams passed away on June 26, 2024 at the Hardisty Care Facility in Edmonton, AB. He was born to Josie (Jo) Light and John Williams on September 10, 1962.
Bret was a graduate of Harry Ainlay High School, class of 1980. Bret was a very accomplished saxophone player in high school but went on to follow in his father’s footsteps as a Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter. His carpentry skills took him as far away as Russia and Japan. Bret spent 40 years in the carpentry field before pursuing a career as a Financial Adviser.
Bret had three children; Dana (Greg) Hendry, Zachary, Levi (Jayleen) as well as two grandchildren; Carter and Ainsley. Bret had six siblings; Stuart (Janice), Aubrey (Marilyn), Hermione (Grant) Harrison, Johnette (Allan) Lemke, Howard (Donna), Hugh (Cheri) many nieces, nephews, cousins and a special friend Colette Guimaraes.
Bret had a special love for music, his little dog Gismo and cruising on his Yamaha V-Star Motorcycle. For years Bret went on an annual motorcycle trip with brothers, cousin and friends to BC or USA. They would always stop in at the Burner Grille in Sicamous on their way through.
Predeceased by his mother Jo, father John, sister Hermione, brother-in-law Grant, nephew John. Bret is survived by his children, grandchildren, 5 siblings and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held August 1, 2024 from 1-3 pm at the Ardrossan Memorial Hall, 60 First Ave.,Ardrossan, AB.