Skyler Dylan Johnston
April 22, 1999 – Sept 14, 2020

It is with profound sadness and immense gratitude for a life beautifully lived that we announce that our beloved Skyler Dylan Johnston, at the age of 21, was taken suddenly from this world.

Skyler is survived by his mother Tori Greene and his father Wayne Johnston; his step mother Sarah and half siblings Ivy, Leo and Forrest; his grandparents
Marion Greene, Brian Greene, Jean Johnston and Marie Holt; and many Aunts, Uncles, Great Aunts, Great Uncles, and cousins who loved him dearly.
He is also survived by his lifelong best friends Damon, Tyler and Miguel and second mother, Mary.

Skyler was a pure hearted, old soul who had the ability to fully enjoy every experience that came his way. He lived by the motto that it was the people he was with that mattered, and spending time with those people that counts, no matter the activity. He experienced many great adventures; he traveled; he met his celebrities; he made many new friends and connections. He brought great joy to the simple things.

Skyler will be missed by many people, his family friends and everyone who had the opportunity to meet him and know him. His unique health challenges throughout his life helped shape him into a unique expression of God’s presence. He showed us all that no limitation or challenge was bigger than the human spirit. Always kind, thoughtful and supportive of others. His spirit and light will live on within all of us who follow his commitment to live and be his best at all time.

Thank You Skyler – we miss you, and will always love you!

A private celebration of Skyler’s life will take place at a later date, yet to be determined

In lieu of flowers, we ask that guests donate in Skyler’s name to the Make-a-Wish Foundation, that gifted him his treasured Wish in 2011.

Petschl (Gagnon, Lofstrand, Douris,) , Marguerite (Peggy)
It is with exceptionally heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother & Friend.

Born August 11, 1934, Marguerite had just celebrated her 86th birthday surrounded by friends and family, but left us very suddenly August 21, 2020. The loving and hard-working matriarch of her family, Marguerite was fondly known as “Peggy or Baba” by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and newcomers alike. Known best for her bountiful kindness and unconditional love, Marguerite was known for her sassy fashion sense, will be missed by all. Marguerite was born to a family of 10 children in Quebec City, Quebec. She travelled out West in search of adventure. She was successful, and adventure she did find. She revelled in memories and told endless stories of working as a waitress in downtown Vancouver, as a labourer on the docks, and attending the Calgary Stampede as a beautiful young woman in the 1950s. Eventually, Marguerite settled down and married Bernard Lofstrand and had three children: Leonard (Wendy), Bruce (Jill) and Karen. Later, as the grandchildren began to arrive, the family continued to grow. Krista, Dana, Tyler, Mariah, Cheyenne, and Evelyn joined the happy bunch. We were all blessed to have Marguerite with us and loving us long enough for her to be a huge part of her great-grandchildrens’ lives. Drekye, Olivia, Emma and Kenyon have grown and flourished in love due, in great part, to their Baba’s patience and playfulness, her absolute unconditional love and always a desire to make sure everyone was fed the most delicious treats and comfort food. Marguerite was a long-time friend of the Sisters of Charity and employee of St. Vincent’s Convent; where she was employed as Head Cook. Though loved by everyone who had the pleasure of meeting her, Marguerite found the strongest bond of friendship thousands of kilometers away. Her best friend, Ellie lives in Massachusetts and each adopted the other’s families as their own. Marguerite will also be greatly missed by the family members remaining back East. Armand (Claudette), Leonard (Diane), Anita, Ginette, Francine. Marguerite survived all her husband’s, Bernard Lofstrand, George Douris, and Rudolph “Lefty” Petschl. She will be missed by all!
Marguerite’s family would gratefully receive memorial donations on her behalf to go to the Heart and Stroke foundation.

We are saddened to announce the passing of Wayne Williamson, devoted father, brave-hearted brother, and loyal friend. Wayne left our world Friday August 7th at the age of 45 after a hard fought battle with bone cancer. His spirit lives on and is strongly remembered by family and friends.

Wayne was the kind-hearted son of Agnes (Tom) and Ken (Darlene), devoted father to Austen, younger brother to Connie (Lee), caring nephew of Freda (Rollie), cousin to Dan, Debbie (Larry), Tristin, brother like friend to Bruce and Neil and many other family members and friends. Wayne’s life was touched by many lives and he would want ever single person listed here but the list gratefully too long.

Wayne was especially gifted with the skill to emanate his love for the world and others through his talents for cooking. At a young age he found his way into the kitchen, creating his first signature dish – spaghetti sauce, his creativity never faltered. He shared his talent with all who knew and loved him. Watching others enjoy the feasts he created was one of his favourite pastimes.

Wayne had an innate ability to find and appreciate people around him (especially the ladies), he held compassion for those he encountered. He was generous, spending time with his family and loved ones, enjoying time with friends, and making sure those around him felt welcome.

Our family is sincerely thankful for the empathy and well wishes expressed by our friends, colleagues and peers at this time.

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It is with great sorrow that the family of Larry Howard announces his sudden passing at the age of 71 years. He will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by Roseann, his wife of 47 years: sons Scott (Kimberley) and Kevin (Ingrid); his grandchildren who were the light of his life, Emalyn, Oliver, Anika, Ines and Kellan; brothers Ralph (Donna) and Wayne (Debbie) and many relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Wilfred and Vivian and his brother Glen. Larry had an entrepreneurial spirit and when he had an idea he would pursue it. He especially enjoyed building and fixing, no job was too big or too small. He was a licenced flooring mechanic and building inspector. He had an interest in all sports and was involved with Alberta Lacrosse for 30 years, a referee for 20 where he finally retired with an international certification. Larry was a Master Mason; a member of Highlands Lodge as well as the Al Shamal Shrine Club where he had the honor to serve as Potentate in 2013. He was a man of integrity and a true and loyal friend. We all enjoyed his humor and ability to make you smile. He enjoyed life and will be forever missed by family and friends. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a Celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Please raise a glass with family and friends in his honor. The family has requested that donations be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta.
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Phillip Craig Richardson from Edmonton, at the age of 42, was taken from this world on August 20, 2020.

There are no words to express how deeply he was loved and how much he will be missed by many dear friends and family.

Phillip was bold, beautiful and spontaneous, with a heart to match.

Our beloved son is at peace and will meet us again with that beautiful and perfect smile.

A private celebration of life will take place at a later date.

Margaret MAUREEN MacDonald
April 4, 1938 – August 22, 2020

It is with profound sadness and immense gratitude for a life beautifully lived that we announce the passing of our wife, mom, grandma, great-grandma, sister, cousin, and treasured friend.

Maureen was born in Red Deer to Grant and Nita Baile, the eldest of two children. She is survived by her loving husband Ken; her children Craig, Shelley, Scott, Lauri and Shauna; grandchildren Leith (Sarah), Fawn (Mike), Kelsy (David), Piper, and Jack; her great-grandchildren Joseph, Finn, Van, Henry, and Pepper; her dear brother Maurice (Heather); as well as special cousins, nieces, and nephews. Maureen was predeceased by her husband, Finlay.

The epitome of a strong, independent woman, Maureen was also the hub of family and friends, making sure every special occasion was acknowledged and celebrated. Our lives are vastly richer for having known her, and we were infinitely blessed to be on the receiving end of her powerful love. We will miss her laughter and wit, her guidance and advice, her friendship, her incomparable zest for life, and her loving hugs. Maureen was an extraordinary woman who lived an extraordinary life.

At Maureen’s request, a private family memorial will be held and her ashes will be scattered with Finlay at Holy Cross Cemetery in St. Albert, Alberta and at Porpoise Bay in Sechelt, B.C.

Maureen saw strangers as friends, and she often turned them into family. She went out of her way to give them love, support, and help when possible. The positive impact she made on so many inspires us to continue her legacy. In lieu of donations, please offer kindness to a stranger.

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Gary Hartman on August 14th, 2020 at the age of 75, with family by his side.

Gary will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 53 years, Carol, son Ryan (Elene) of St. Albert, daughter Randene (Ryan) Rishaug of Sherwood Park, 7 grandchildren: Noah, Caelum, Avery, Khai, Carter, Ella, Maxton, sister Dorothy (Bob) Marshall of Edmonton, brother Bryan of Houston, Texas, and many nieces, nephews and beloved friends.

Gary was predeceased by his parents Alvin and Helen, and sister Shirley Walker.

Born August 5th, 1945 in North Battleford, Saskatchewan, Gary spent most of his youth in Cold Lake, Alberta, discovering his love of fishing and hunting.

Gary was very accomplished professionally. He earned a diploma in Civil Engineer Technology at NAIT in 1965. He became a Specification Writer and remained a member of CSC for 50 years. He was a Project Manager, ending his career on the building of the Faculty of Fine Arts and Communication, Grant McEwan downtown Edmonton campus. He also served for 15 years on the Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC ), and was a mentor to many in his field.

Gary and Carol enjoyed traveling, often with family, to Hawaii, Switzerland, Disneyland, Disneyworld, the Caribbean, Newfoundland, New Orleans, Mexico, Italy, Greece, New York and Iceland to name a few. They spent 10 years as Snowbirds, wintering in Yuma, Arizona, enjoying quality time with each other and many of their dear friends.

Interment will take place in Cold Lake South in the summer of 2021.

In lieu of flowers, we encourage you to please visit the organ and tissue donor registry site and sign your donor card!

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Geraldine Patricia Kraeker on August 16, 2020 at Edmonton, Alberta at the age of 74 years.
Geri is survived by her husband of 43 years, Doug and children, Patricia, Rick, Lori, Jerry, Connie, Shelley and grandchildren, great grandchildren, brothers Barry, Brian, Kenny, Aunt Joyce, Uncle Fred along with many nieces nephews, cousins and friends.
Geri will be missed greatly and never forgotten.

Laura Ann Davies: August 1st, 1966 – August 21st, 2020
It is with a heavy heart that the family of Laura Ann Davies announces her unexpected passing.
Laura was extraordinarily hard working, loyal, and giving. Her life and relationships with her children, grandson, and siblings were defined by her huge heart and profound kindness. As an amazing mother, Laura gave her kids everything she could. She loved being a grandmother and spoiling her only grandson William, who lit up her life. As a wonderful sister, Laura showed deep love for her siblings, always being there to support and help. Laura was also an accomplished businesswoman, while always putting family first. She was a bright light in this world that was extinguished to soon. We love you and miss you always.
She leaves behind two children, Brandon Davies and Tara Davies; siblings, Bill Munro, Dave Munro, and Tracy Darrach; and her grandson, William Davies. All of us will miss her terribly. We will love and cherish who she was and the many happy memories we have with her.
A funeral will be held Edmonton Word of Faith, September 5 at 2pm 3904 91 St. Edmonton, Alberta.
Love suffers long and is kind; love does not envy; love does not parade itself, is not puffed up; does not behave rudely, does not seek its own, is not provoked, thinks no evil; does not rejoice in iniquity, but rejoices in the truth; bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never fails. But whether there are prophecies, they will fail; whether there are tongues, they will cease; whether there is knowledge, it will vanish away. 1 Corinthians 13:4-8