Obituaries

Suddenly, on September 6th, 2022 in Devon, Alberta, Joan Alison Desjarlais at age 52 passed on and left this world. Joan was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba and resided in Devon, Alberta. She was predeceased by her father – Andre George Desjarlais. Leaving to cherish her memory are her to beloved sons, Jamie and Justin Desjarlais. […]

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Charles Heath on Wednesday, September 21st at 78 years of age. John is survived by his partner Debbie, stepdaughters Natasha Gennaro, Tatiana Schopf (Scott), sister Georgina (Jack) Lee, brother Tom Heath, nephew John Darrell Lee (Heidi), niece Diane (Kelly) Edwards, great niece Jennifer

Lon Dudley Cooper Born – August 26th, 1948, Lethbridge Passed Away – August 12th, 2022, St Albert Lon is survived by his son, Andrew Cooper; his brothers Randal Cooper and Gary (Shirley) Cooper; his sister Mary Ann (Ron) Johnson; and his sister-in-law Carol Cooper, in addition to numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by

In Loving Memory It is with great sadness and heavy hearts the family of Henri John Pidborochynski share his unexpected passing on July 13 2022, in Edmonton, Alberta. He was predeceased by his parents Nick and Amelia (Mazey) Pidborochynski, Brothers in-law Walter and Stan. Survived by his loving partner Tara and stepdaughter Maddison; sisters Victoria.

We are greatly saddened by the passing of our husband, dad and grandpa, Earl Wayne Bolichowski, on September 11, 2022, after a long and difficult battle with illness. Earl passed away at home in Sherwood Park, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife, Connie; children Ryan (Heather), Kelly (Val), and Shannon;

Doreen May Youngs 1928-2022 Doreen May Youngs (Crookes) was one of a second set of identical twins born to her parents. Doreen and her twin sister, Eileen were born prematurely in December in the small town of Gray, Saskatchewan. The fact that these twins survived is a testament to their mother’s nursing skills. This tiny

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas Lawrence Smith on Sunday, September 4, 2022. Tom was born in Monrovia, Liberia and immigrated to Germany as young man to study banking. There he met his wife Hely and together they immigrated to Canada in 1969. His struggles with dementia led his

Harvey Eric Taschuk It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our much loved partner, son, brother, and friend on August 23, 2022, at the age of 67 years in St. Albert, Alberta. Harvey grew up on a farm in Two Hills and had fond memories of that time, especially his

The family of Roch “Rocky” DeTonnancour is saddened to announce his passing on Friday, September 2, 2022 just two days before his 95th birthday. He passed away quietly at his home with family members present. Roch was born on September 4, 1927 on the farmstead in Morinville, Alberta, and was the second of three children

Court Breckenridge passed away on August 20, 2022 with his family by his side. He was predeceased by his parents Gavin and Grace as well as his brother Gavin and sister in law Helen and his grandson Christopher. He is survived by his wife of 52 years Lynn, his daughters Shara (John), Holly, Samantha (Steve)

Obituary for Keith Gilmour Green September 7, 1951 – August 21, 2022 It with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the death of our brother, uncle, great uncle and cousin Keith Gilmour Green . He was predeceased by his parents Elsie Green and Fred Green; his brother Brian Green and his brother in

David Anthony Vokey passed away suddenly on August 31, 2022, after a short but brave battle with a brain haemorrhage. He was 67. David was born April 17, 1955, in St. John’s, Newfoundland, second of four children to Annie (Stoyles) Vokey and the late (Aaron) Claude Vokey. He met the love of his life, Elizabeth

On August 26th, with the same grace and fortitude that he lived his life, our Rick passed away at age 64. As was his wish, he was in the backyard “oasis” that he created, surrounded by his family. He leaves to lovingly remember him: his wife Marilyn; sons Kyle, Zachary and Aaron (Savannah); granddaughters Zoe,

Theresa passed away peacefully with family by her side at the age of 92. She will be lovingly remembered by her 3 children Carmen, Dan (Jean), Paul (Wendy), son in law Glenn, grandchildren Erin, Ray (Sarah), Evan, Matthew, Ethan, Jordan, great grandchildren Madison and Parker, and numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends. Terry was predeceased

William Strain Kelly 1956 – 2022 It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of William (Billy) Kelly on August 11, 2022 following a long and courageous battle with cancer. Billy will be lovingly remembered by his wife Johanna, daughter Lisa (Jeff) Houghton, grandchildren Paisley and Luke and his sister Arline. The family would

Our beloved, kind, and gentle father passed peacefully in his sleep August 13 at 5:45 a.m. Many thanks to the staff at Touchmark at Wedgewood who were so kind and caring to Dad and our whole family. The Touchmark staff fondly called him ‘Papa Ed.’ Sad, not sad. Dad was 3 months short of 102

Herman Sierink passed away suddenly on August 14, 2022 at the age of 56 years old. He is predeceased by his Mother Hilda, grandparents, and Yvette’s dad William Wait. He leaves behind his wife Yvette of 17 years and her son Adam; his Father Hank; brother Ronald (Tammy); Sisters Roxanne (Pete) and Ria (Terry); and

Marilyn Ann Keith January 31st, 1956 – August 9th, 2022 Marilyn Ann Keith of Edmonton Alberta, unexpectedly passed away at the very young age of 66 on August 9th, 2022. Marilyn was predeceased by her parents Marion and Ivon Brewster and her brother Bill Keith. Marilyn will always be in our hearts and forever missed

It is with great sorrow and sadness that the family of Cam Enders announces his passing on August 12, 2022 at the age of 69. He passed away peacefully with his family by his side.  Cam is survived by his wife Maria, daughter Meagan (Kal), son Scott (Laney), brother Collin, as well as numerous relatives

It’s with great sadness that we announce the passing of Darcy Philip Wirch on July 19, 2022. Darcy was born on December 27, 1967 and lived in the Drayton Valley and surrounding areas. Darcy leaves behind his wife Kimberly and daughter Miranda; his sister Patricia (Bruce) Ennis; 2 nephews; 3 great nephews; and numerous uncles,