Obituaries

Aug 31, 2023

Scott Blair Childerstone, 67, of Carbon, Alberta, passed away peacefully at home on August 31, 2023. He was born on September 4, 1955, in Montreal, Quebec.

Scott is survived by his son, Robert, his daughter, Krista, and his brother, Stuart, and wife Candace. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jean and Norman Childerstone.

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Aug 30, 2023

After a lengthy six-year battle with cancer, Dale Wesley Barnard passed away early on August 30th, 2023, at the age of 58 surrounded by family at home. Born in Bentley Alberta on July 17th, 1965, Dale was a wild and free-spirited individual who enjoyed taking in every moment of life no matter what challenges may have come along the...

Aug 4, 2023

Martha Thiessen was born in Grunthal, Manitoba, the sixth of nine children. Her family moved to a farm near Coaldale when she was three. At 22 she married Henry Dick, and they had five children. They moved to Linden in 1966. Henry worked on a hog farm and at stores in town, but soon became the ambulance coordinator. That...

Aug 4, 2023

Our dear mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend. Selma Toews Unruh was born to Jacob D. and Elizabeth (Reimer) Toews on Sept. 18, 1937 in Swalwell AB. She peacefully left us on Aug. 4, 2023 after a short battle with cancer.

Selma grew up in the Linden Community with her 2 brothers and 1 sister. She...

Jul 20, 2023

It is with a sense of profound respect and admiration that we celebrate the life of Karen Marie Ursu, a beacon of love, thoughtfulness, and creativity who left this world on July 20, 2023. Born on June 21, 1955, in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Karen's journey through life was marked by a tireless spirit of service, a thirst for knowledge,...

Jul 14, 2023

Tom Courtney – Husband, Dad, Father-in-law, Grandpa, Great Grandpa, Son, Brother, Uncle, and Friend. Tom was born in Holden, Alberta, Jan 8, 1933 to James and Florence Courtney.

With his parents and sisters (Hazel, Ethel), they lived on various farms in the Holden, Alberta and Ponoka, Alberta areas. Growing up in good times and hard times is...

Jul 9, 2023

John Richard Campbell passed away peacefully on July 9, 2023, in Elnora, Alberta. Born on August 13, 1950, in Sydney, Nova Scotia, John was a beloved brother to Cheryl Ann, Daniel Peter and was predeceased by his brother Robert "Bobby" Joseph.

John's early years were spent in Irish Vale, Cape Breton Island, before he ventured to Alberta...

Jul 8, 2023

Marlene Rose Atkinson, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on July 8, 2023, in Linden, Alberta, leaving behind a legacy of love, creativity, and courage.

Marlene was born on September 22, 1951, in Simcoe, Ontario to her parents, Muriel and Stanley Atkinson. Surrounded by her siblings, James, Marty, Dean, Dianne, and Glenn, she grew up...

Jul 7, 2023

Since so few in this area know my life story, I will put some of it in writing.

I was born on May 15, 1925 to Roy and Bessie Lumley of Picton, Ontario. I am the second of four children. I have happy memories of my childhood on a farm in Eastern Ontario. How I enjoyed picking...

Jul 6, 2023

Ian James Wilson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, passed away on July 6, 2023 in Didsbury, Alberta after a brave battle with cancer. Ian was born in March, 1940 in Cambuslang, Scotland where he lived until emigrating with his family to Canada in 1957.

Ian was known for being very thoughtful and was always willing...

Jun 26, 2023

Gerald Roy Olmstead, a loving and generous man known for his friendly demeanor, passed away peacefully June 26, 2023, in Three Hills, Alberta.

Born August 11, 1937, in Drumheller, Alberta, Gerald lived a life full of love, service, and dedication to his family and community. Gerald is survived by his wife of 61 years Marilyn; his children,...

Jun 24, 2023

Glen Shane Christiansen, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on June 24, 2023 after his hard fought battle against Glioblastoma. Born on January 26, 1964, Glen lived a life full of laughter, love, and adventure.

Glen is survived by his loving wife, Donna, his devoted children, Dana (Doug) and Ric, and his supportive brothers,...

Jun 22, 2023

It is with heavy hearts the family of Lorry Cawiezel announce his peaceful passing on June 22, 2023, with family by his side. Lorry was born on May 13, 1944, in Drumheller, Alberta, the only child of Richard and Stella Cawiezel.

Lorry and his parents lived in the Two Valley View area, where he attended school. They...

Jun 21, 2023

Marian Delores Kesterke, age 86 joined Our Father in heaven on June 21, 2023. She was born December 22, 1936 in Lustre, Montana to Pete and Margaret Peters. Marian was the 6th child in a family of 11. She was a devoted Christian, wife, mother and grandmother and was predeceased by her husband of 48 years, Elmer Kesterke and...

Jun 20, 2023

Rachel Niekoley, a bright and loving young girl, passed away on June 20, 2023, at the tender age of three. Rachel's life was tragically cut short due to an ATV accident. Born on July 22, 2019, in Olds, Alberta, she was the cherished daughter of Cornelius and Judith Niekoley and a sister to Eva and Jayden, who will forever...

May 30, 2023

Valery G. Senger, affectionately known as Val, passed away peacefully with his family around him, on May 30, 2023, in Calgary, Alberta, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on July 14, 1952, in Empress, Alberta, Val's 70 years were filled with love, wisdom, and an unwavering commitment to his family, friends, and community.

Val is survived...

May 6, 2023

May 2, 2023

Linda Marlene Peters, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend passed away peacefully on May 2, 2023, in Three Hills, Alberta. Born on March 30, 1948, in Innisfail, Alberta, Linda was known for her kindness, thoughtfulness, and optimistic spirit.

Linda completed her grade 8 education at Bowden and started her family shortly thereafter. She also...

Apr 30, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Clifford ("Cliff") William Graville on April 30, 2023, at the age of 67, at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary, AB. He was predeceased by the love of his life, Angelica ("Aggie") Beecroft, with whom he shared many cherished memories. His parents, Richard William Graville and Marie Stella...

Apr 24, 2023

Rays greatest passion was his music and family.

Upon Ray's request, no funeral will be held. He will be laid to rest at the Elnora Cemetery.

"A wounded heart will heal in time, and when it does, the memory and love of our loved ones are sealed inside to comfort us!"