March 2, 1942 – July 19, 2023

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Wally Sallenbach, 81, of Edmonton, Alberta on July 19th, 2023.

Wally is survived by his wife Annette; daughters Donna and Leanne (Neil); grandchildren Justin, Cale, Taelar, McKenna, and Nyah; and great
grandchildren Paityn and Kayd.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Little Warriors Be Brave Ranch in Wally’s memory.

On August 4th, 2023, Colin passed away peacefully while
surrounded by those who loved him. He was 33.

Colin had a strong love of nature and when he wasn’t enjoying the great outdoors he was fully immersed in car repair. He wasn’t afraid to get his hands dirty and no mechanical challenge was too big to take on.

He was proud, passionate, and fearless. His passing leaves a deep emptiness for those who knew and loved him.

Colin is survived by his girlfriend, Dianna Wolf; his parents, Rebecca Wilfong and Greg Bolig; stepmother, Lisa Bolig; his grandparents, Joseph and Olga Bolig; his sister Collette Bolig (Joe); his step siblings, Anthony and Camille Carlow; his Aunt, Leanne Morrow (Ken); his niece, Madelyn; his cousin Quinn; and numerous other family members.
Also left to grieve are his two dogs, Reese and Mars.

The family would like to express extreme gratitude for the courageous efforts of the
responding EMS team. We also extend the deepest thanks to Dr. Hudson, Taylor, Hannah, Lisa (spiritual care), Father Chad, and the rest of the staff on unit 24 at the Grey Nun’s hospital.

Any memorial donation made to Brain Injury Canada would be greatly appreciated by the family.

Eileen died peacefully on July 28, 2023. She is survived by her
loyal cat Jasper; her children, Shaun Ward (Lisa Kozak), Brendon Ward (Jo-Anne), Darron Ward (Louise Langevin) and Janine Ward, her former daughter in law Irene Ward (Andre Dupre); her grandchildren; great grandchildren; Sister Cynthia Quibell,
extended family, friends, Funakoshi Karate students, &
neighbours here in Canada, in South Africa & around the world.

She is predeceased by her husband of 65 years, Edwin Ward; parents George & Emily Rafter; twin sister Stella Decker (Trevor); brother George Rafter (Valerie); Sisters Patricia Dennis (Lionel), Natalie Dennis (Ronald); Zita Ronald (Dennis); Margaret Schimper (Elmore); brother-in-law John Quibell; and granddaughter Miranda Ward.

On August 27, 2023 a joint celebration of the lives of Eileen and Edwin will be held at the Broadmoor Golf Club in Sherwood Park. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation or your favourite animal charity.

In Loving Memory

Kasper Rigelhof
April 5 1922 – July 26 2023

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Kasper Rigelhof at the age of 101.

Kasper was predeceased by his loving wife Mary Rigelhof (Puff); and sisters Catherine (VanNest), Amelia (Gerlinsky), Elizabeth, and Cecelia (Ormel); brothers Frank, Michael, and Stephen. He leaves to mourn his passing his sister Ann (Stauch) in Regina and numerous nieces and nephews.

Kasper was born and raised on the home farm in Altario, Alberta to parents George & Carolina Rigelhof. He was called up into the army in the fall of 1942 and served with the coast guard on our west coast before being sent overseas. He returned in the spring of 1946 to the family farm. He then purchased land in the Blackfoot, Alberta area where he farmed for 8 years before buying a farm just outside of Nanton, Alberta and farmed there for 25 years before retiring.

In retirement Kasper and his lovely wife Mary took holidays in numerous places such as Australia, New Zealand, Europe and Mexico. Most of all they enjoyed the trips all over Canada and the U.S. with their RV.

The family wishes to thank all the dedicated health care professionals who cared for Kasper in the last months of his life. A special thanks go out to the Kipnes Center for Veterans in Edmonton, Alberta.

At Kasper’s request there will be no funeral. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held at a later date.

Born June 25, 1931 in Vegreville, AB, died July 24,2023 in Sherwood Park, AB.

It is with great sorrow that Marguerite’s family announce her passing at the age of 92.

She leaves to mourn her sisters Genevieve Weder and Lillian Towe, as well as sons Bill (Kay), Joseph (Gwen), Maurice (Colleen), Richard, and James (Rose); daughters Barbara (Jim) and Jean (Craig), and daughter-in-law Nicole; as well as numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her parents John and Irene Ziegler; husband Lee; son Douglas; and brothers-in-law Robert Weder and Earl Towe.

Her warm smile and cheerful disposition will be sorely missed by all.

Special thanks to all staff at the Sherwood Care for their compassionate care and kindness.

Celebration of life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on August 8, 2023, at Whitecroft Community Hall, #314 – 52313 Range Road 232 in Sherwood Park.

With great sadness we announce that Ted Mortimer passed away at the age of 84 years.

He is survived by his loving wife Elizabeth of 64 years; his
daughter Wendy (Glenn); his grandchildren Miranda and Kurtis; and nieces Wanda (Kevin) and Christina (Darrell).

Ted will be remembered as a caring husband and father whose sense of humor brought great joy to those that knew him.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date

Arthur Woodville Wilks New passed away on July 4, 2023 at the Edmonton General Extended Care Facility.

He was pre-deceased by his Father Arthur New and Mother Winnifred New, and wife of 30 years Judith New. He is survived by his Sister Joan Goodman (Eric Goodman), Son Arthur John W., Grandson Arthur John I., and Nephew Ian Goodman and Niece Elaine Guile (Goodman).

Arthur was a long time Dental Technician in Edmonton, member at Highlands Golf Club and an avid outdoorsman. He made many people laugh over the years, was very
dedicated to his family and passions. He will be greatly missed but will live long in
memories. Especially every time we hear a crow call!

A Celebration of Arthur’s life will be held on July 26, 2023 at Highland Golf Club, 6603 Ada Blvd NW, Edmonton, from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Please contact Arthur Jr to RSVP.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dustin Woiwod, our grandson, son, brother, nephew, uncle, or cousin and friend. Our Gentle Giant, Dustin, passed away suddenly on July 9th at 39 years of age.

Dustin’s kind heart, smile and warm personality touched many lives. He enjoyed cooking, swimming, playing games, watching movies, and spending time with family & friends. We will remember the good times, shared laughter & fun memories.

Dustin is survived by his grandfathers, Siegfried Woiwod & Donald Blackley; his father, Frederick Woiwod; mother, Carmella Woiwod (Alain); his brother, Damion Woiwod
(Tracie); nephews, Holton & Jaxson Woiwod, and his many uncles, aunts and cousins.

Dustin always thought of others and would help in any way that he could. He never missed a goodnight call or text to his two nephews who were the apple of his eye. Even though our Gentle Giant was taken far too soon our memories will last forever.

A celebration of Dustin’s life will be held on July 29th at the Rundle Family Centre (2903 – 113 Avenue) at 1:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers or donations Dustin would have preferred that you spend time with your loved ones. In honour of Dustin, his family is creating a Memory Wall with pictures of the people he loved having good times together. If you are open to sharing a picture of you and your family having fun together for the wall, please forward it to Damion or Carmie.

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Debra Cyr on July 7, 2023 at the age of 66.

Predeceased by her husband Richard in May 2012, Debra is
survived by her son Trevor (Karen), her daughter Shannon, her
father Dennis, her sister Kathy, and her granddaughter Daphne, along with many beloved nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.

Debra was a loving mother and grandmother, who adored her cats and had an eye for
antiques. Her laugh was infectious, and with a cup of coffee in hand, she could talk for hours on the phone with those she cherished most.

Gone too soon, Debra will be dearly missed, loved, and never forgotten.

A Celebration of Life will be held in the coming weeks.

After years of struggle with various illnesses, Heinz Weibel passed peacefully at home July 11th, 2023 with loved ones at his side.

He leaves to mourn his loss, daughters, Bobbi (Jeremy Baxter) and Jen; grandchildren Kane, Grayson, Jake, and Lily; his siblings Hans, Maya, and Chris; and his nephew and nieces. He was predeceased by his mother Alice Moser, father Fred, and brother Roland.

Born August 28th, 1952 in Olten, Switzerland, Heinz moved to Canada as a young boy. In his lifetime, Heinz owned a couple of retail shops but mainly worked in the
transportation industry, starting a successful courier business, then as an ETS bus driver, and finally as an independent long haul professional driver before retiring due to illness.

His family will hold a private Celebration of Life at a later date.