Caring Insights

Harold (Hal) Hovind, was born in Edmonton on September 23,1933. He peacefully passed away at his home on March 4, 2025 after living with cancer. Harold and his younger brother Gordon grew up at the Edmonton Ski Club on Connors Hill through the 1940’s and 50’s when their parents Ole and Marie managed the ski […]

Lawrence “Larry” William Hansell  passed away peacefully on Monday, May 12, 2025. Larry was born April 19, 1969, in North Vancouver, B.C., he is predeceased by his father William Albert Hansell and his maternal and paternal grandparents. He is survived by his adoring mother Alexandra “Mae” Hansell, his best friend and partner Diane Whittaker, children Chloé

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Fred Comin at the age of 71, after a hard fought battle with cancer. Left to mourn his loss are his wife of 52 years Pat, son Jamie(Leah), daughter Jen(Randy), and his cherished grandchildren Talin, Ava, Grace and Kalona. He was predeceased by his

John Garanis 1936 – 2025 It is with deep sorrow that the family announces the passing of John Garanis, who departed this life at the age of 88. Predeceased by his parents Athanasios (1985) and Maria (1996), a husband of 58 years to Myrna, father to Demetrius (Jennifer) and Athanasious, and cherished grandfather to Zachary

Nikki Arianne Tomkins September 12, 1985 – May 6, 2025 With deepest sorrow, we announce the passing of Nikki Arianne Tomkins of Sherwood Park, Alberta, who left us far too soon on May 6, 2025, at the age of 39. Nikki was a devoted mother, beloved daughter, cherished sister, and loyal friend. Her greatest joys

Eric was born in the Welsh coal-mining town of Abertillery in 1932. He grew up in a musical family and had an intense appreciation of classical music and opera, a passion that he shared with his older brother John, who in adulthood emigrated to Alberta to teach music in the public school in Athabasca. Eric

It is with great sadness that we announce that Eugene, our family patriarch, passed away on May 6th at the age of 83. He left this world in the same manner that he lived it, surrounded by the family that he devoted his life to. Eugene was born on March 2, 1942 in the small

Dick Suet Der, born on November 7th, 1937 in Canton, China , passed away peacefully with his daughters Cindy, and Stacey by his side on May 5, 2025. Dad arrived in Canada at the age of 12 to live with his grandfather in Grimshaw, AB, to help him with the Chinese restaurant. Growing up in

Diane Segatti (nee Wigmore) 1950—2025 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Diane Segatti (nee Wigmore) of Edmonton, Alberta. On May 1st, 2025 , after a long fight between an ailing body and a fierce will to live, Diane lost her battle to cancer . Diane was born on April 19th,

We are saddened to announce the passing of Beverlee Joyce (Robinson) Smears on February 7, 2025. Beloved wife of Alex and loving mother of Reginald (Wanita) Smears, Joanne (Danny) Aubin and Lee(Bernice) Smears. Bev was predeceased by her husband Alex, her parents Christopher and Etta Robinson, her siblings Lilian(Jim) Sharp, Kaye(Bill) Dutton, Gordon(Vie) Robinson, Doug(Dorothy)

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Donna Lee MacDonald announce her                                      unexpected passing on April 25, 2025, at the age of 69 years. Donna will always be lovingly remembered by her three children: Chris

Earl Miller, 96, of Edmonton, Alberta, died April 27,  2025, at the Grey Nuns Hospital, after going into hospital from exhaustion. He was stubbornly independent but was no longer able to handle living on his own in a senior’s condo at Shepherds Care where he was receiving excellent Home Care a few times a day. He

It is with great shock and sadness that the family of Darrell Demchuk announce his unexpected passing on April 6, 2025, at the age of 52. Darrell will be remembered by his family, extended family, many friends, and his beloved dog Daisy. Darrell was unexpectedly taken from us too soon but will be remembered as

Mona Lowell Flexhaug, age 87, of Sherwood Park, Alberta, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2025. Born on August 2, 1937, in Cardston, Alberta, Mona was the oldest daughter of Albert Luell Perrett and Delsa Ethel (Neilson) Perrett. She was raised in the close-knit community of Mountain View, Alberta, alongside her seven siblings, rooted in

It is with great sadness that we said goodbye to our beloved Ron, who passed into the kingdom of God on April 15 2025, at the age of 77. Ron leaves behind his wife of 49 years, Martha; son, Gregory (Coralie) and their children Landon and Austin; daughter, Kimberly (Courtney) and their children Kaylee and

  We are deeply saddened to share the passing of Kathrine (Kay) Buechler (nee Schafer) on April 11th, 2025, at the age of 96 years, surrounded by her loving family.  Her family will cherish the many special memories of our mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who brought so much joy and love to our lives. Kay was

James McCready “Mac” Gibson, son of Andrew Ross Gibson and Gertrude McCready, was born on August 21, 1927, delivered in the family home near Hardisty, Alberta, with the assistance of his grandmother, Marion, known for her mid-wife skills. He grew up on the farm as the oldest child with one sister and two brothers. A

In Loving Memory of Robert Allan Brooks It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Al Brooks, who left us on April 14, 2025, at the age of 86. A beloved father, grandfather, and friend, Al will be remembered for his kind heart, sense of humor, and a life well-lived. Al was

    It is with shattered hearts that we announce the passing of Kenneth Lee Smith on April 11, 2025 from complications of lung cancer and pneumonia. Ken was born in Edmonton on January 18, 1953 to Ken and Daisy Smith. The second oldest of eight siblings, Ken grew up in a loving, lively household

Mitchell Mckenzie Sharp November 5,1965 – March 18, 2025 Mitch was born November 5, 1965 at Calgary, Alberta, to Norma and Noel Sharp. The family was living in Calgary while Noel completed his BEd. Mitch was named for his paternal grandfather (Mitchell William Sharp) and his maternal grandfather (Matthew Mackenzie Fraser). Mitch is predeceased by