Obituaries

Jan 9, 2023

We remember Floyd Sillito, originally of Orton, AB, who passed peacefully at Three Hills Health Centre on January 9, 2023. He is survived by: sons Morgan and James Rion, both of Calgary, and Mark (Carol Ramey) of Cardston, AB; grandchildren Ruth (Nick King) of Invermere, BC, Dolly (Patrick Sperry), Wyn, Hannah (McCrae Iles), Beth and Rory, all of Calgary;...

Dec 24, 2022

Blessed assurance, Jesus is mine - James (Jim) Penner entered into his heavenly home on Saturday, December 24, 2022, at the age of 86. He was preceded by his parents Alfred and Erika Penner.

Jim is survived by his wife Janet; brother Gordon; sisters Elizabeth and Nancy (David); sons Terry (Mary Lynne), Scott (Marcia) and Jason (Shelly);...

Dec 23, 2022

With grateful hearts, tinged with sadness, we say farewell to Marjorie Isabel Carlson (Ludlow) who passed away in Calgary on December 23, 2022, at the age of 91 years.

"Marj" or "Mitz" as she was affectionately known by many, was born into a large family, including 4 sisters and 2 brothers in Mt. Vernon, Ontario on May...

Dec 21, 2022

Charlotte Toews, our mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother was born on June 24, 1933, to Isaac & Mary Wiebe. She was born in Steinbach, MB, the only one of eight children to be born in a hospital.

She peacefully passed away in the quiet hours of the evening on December 21, 2022, at the Westview Care Community, Linden,...

Dec 21, 2022

Dave was born on a bitterly cold day, January 5, 1931. He was one of a set of premature twins, of an immigrant family living in a granary. His sister Marge was awake and crying but he was silent, and they thought he was stillborn. So, they put him in a shoebox outside to await burial and focused on...

Dec 9, 2022

Michel Joseph Hachez passed away peacefully on December 9, 2022 in Three Hills, Alberta at 72 years of age.

He was born to Emile and Rosanne in Trinite des Monts, Quebec on November 8, 1950.

Mike spent most of his life in Alberta. He was quick to make friends and always ready to lend a...

Nov 22, 2022

Joseph Koop Toews, my dear husband, our father and grandfather was born to Adolph & Helena Koop Toews on May 12, 1935. He peacefully passed away surrounded by family on the eve of November 22, 2022, at Westview Care Community, Linden, AB. He entered the world in a little 12x6 grainery type building. In 1944, a boy of 9 years...

Nov 21, 2022

Mrs. Irene Colquhoun, beloved wife, sister, and aunt passed away peacefully on November 21, 2022 at Westview Care Community at the age of 98 years. Irene was born on the family farm northwest of Linden on May 14, 1924. She was the third oldest of the 10 children of Lewis and Ida Megli. Irene lived her life with grace,...

Nov 4, 2022

James Henry Duft June 22, 1938 – November 4, 2022 (84) and Delores Ann Duft (nee Wilson) December 16, 1944 - November 4, 2022 (77) We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved mother and father. James Henry Duft born June 22, 1938 in Elnora, Alberta to Lee and Annie Duft. He was predeceased by his parents, sister...

Nov 4, 2022

James Henry Duft June 22, 1938 – November 4, 2022 (84) and Delores Ann Duft (nee Wilson) December 16, 1944 - November 4, 2022 (77) We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved mother and father. James Henry Duft born June 22, 1938 in Elnora, Alberta to Lee and Annie Duft. He was predeceased by his parents, sister...

Oct 30, 2022

Bert went to join his Lord and Savior on October 30, 2022 at the age of 97. He was predeceased by his parents, three sisters, and his loving wife Lavina, three grand children and two sons-in-law. Dad was born to Henry and Mary Enns on January 14, 1925, in Morris, MB. He served his country during the war as a...

Oct 30, 2022

Remembering Dad & Mom

Lavina Enns went to be with her Lord and Savior on June 5, 2022, just 5 days short of her 96th birthday. Her husband, Albert Enns, joined her in the arms of Jesus on October 30, 2022 at the age of 97.

They were predeceased by their parents, 3 grandchildren, 2...

Oct 23, 2022

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Erma Klassen. Erma passed away peacefully on October 23, 2022, at the age of 95 years, with her husband and family by her side. Erma was born to CC and Anna Toews on March 25, 1927 in Swalwell, Alberta. She was the third of nine children. She went to...

Oct 16, 2022

James Ivan Sailer was born on the farm 5 miles north of Trochu on December 30, 1938. He was the fifth of six children born to Henry and Emma Sailer. He attended school in Huxley for grades 1-9. At age fifteen, he quit school and joined the farming operation with his Dad and brother Ray. In March 1959, at age...

Oct 11, 2022

Bob was born to David & Annie Penner on October 30, 1940, 1/2 mile north of where he passed away in his home on October 11, 2022. Bob and his siblings were the first in the family of that generation to be born in Canada. Bob grew up the middle child of 7 kids and had a full life on...

Oct 8, 2022

Oct 4, 2022

Florance Stern, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away peacefully on October 4, 2022, at 84 years of age. Florance was born on September 5, 1938, to parents Glenn & Ruth McMann. Florance grew into a spirited young woman and soon won the heart of Alois Stern. The couple were married on February 7, 1957 and settled in Beiseker where...

Sep 4, 2022

Michael William Goetting was born in Trail, BC and was the middle child in a family of seven. He had two older sisters, a younger brother and a younger sister. Growing up, Mike loved camping and horseback riding. He also loved music and enjoyed playing his guitar. He became a Carpenter by trade and took great pride in all the...

Sep 3, 2022

Michael Allan John Hamm, age 58 of Carbon, Alberta passed away at home on September 3, 2022, with his family by his side. Mike was born in Saint Jean, Quebec to parents Dianna and John Hamm on April 13, 1964. He moved to and spent most of his life in Alberta. Although Mikes Road was not an easy one, he...

Aug 16, 2022

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Leonard Victor Hokanson, 69, of Lousana, AB on August 16th, 2022. Leonard was born on May 6th, 1953 to Victor and Frieda Hokanson in Wadena, SK. The youngest of 7 children, Leonard was doted on by all his older sisters, who made sure he was well looked after...