Obituaries

With deep love and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Valerie Patricia McElrea, who passed in Edmonton, Alberta on May 27, 2025, at the age of 69, surrounded by her family. For the past five years, she faced ALS with the same strength, grit, and determination that defined her life, she didn’t lose to […]

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ian Leonard on June 03, 2025, at his home in Edmonton, surrounded by loved ones. Ian was predeceased by his wife of 61 years, Diane, his mother and father, Arthur and Agnes Leonard, sister Marlene, his mother-in-law Eileen Whiteside, and brother-in-law Earl. Ian is

    It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Hal Smith, who left us peacefully on June 7, 2025, at the age of 68, in Edmonton, Alberta. Born on May 30, 1957, in Nova Scotia, Hal lived a life marked by laughter, sarcasm, and a deep love for his family and

On Sunday June 1, 2025 Grace Penrice peacefully passed at the age of 92. Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Blayne Penrice (Shirley), Brad Penrice (Dorothy). Grace had four grandsons,Tyler (Lindsay), Mathew (Lisa), Aaron, Preston (Stephanie), and three grand daughters Autumn, Sophia, and Eva, and one great grandson Jayden. One sister, Joyce, and

Linda Witwicki born in Edmonton, Alberta (August 10th 1955)- Passed away (May 12th 2025) With heartfelt sadness, we announce the passing of Linda Witwicki, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Linda passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones, after a life filled with strength, kindness, and deep devotion to her

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Karlene Todd, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who left this world peacefully on May 15, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on September 14, 1942, in Edmonton, Alberta, she graced this earth with her playful spirit and loving personality for

In Loving Memory Brian Michael Kucher October 11, 1962 – May 16, 2025 It is with deep sorrow that the family announces the passing of Brian Kucher, who departed this life at the age of 62. Brian was a member of Local 488 Plumbers and Pipefitter’s union for more than 40 years. Brian was also

Jeffrey Lloyd Nordlund July 25, 1956 – April 9, 2025 We celebrate the life of Jeffrey Lloyd Nordlund—a man whose kindness, humility, and devotion shaped every corner of his life. Jeff was a loving father to Hannah and Torsten Nordlund (with their mother Chantel), beloved husband to Leona (Lee) Ash, stepfather to Kalin Slough. He

On May 24, 2025, at the age of 89, Ken went to be with his Heavenly Father. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Shirley, daughter Tracy (Randy) Ferchoff, and grandsons Derek (Vicky) Ferchoff, and Joshua Ferchoff. He is predeceased by his parents Henry and Annie, sister Mary (Art) Schultz, and brother

“One day at a time” August 13, 1931 – May 18, 2025 Hilda Kucy (nee:Gatzke), 93, of Edmonton, Alberta, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025 after a long and fulfilling life. Hilda felt “very blessed with great family and friends”, and her independent spirit led her on various journeys to visit them. Her sense

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)