All Obituaries

   It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Murielle Carlson, beloved wife of John Carlson of Bellevue, Alberta, who succumbed to an aggressive cancer on August 3, 2020 at the tender age of 60 years.     Marie Yvette Murielle Lapointe was born on February 19, 1960 in Jonquiere, Quebec to proud parents, Gerard and Aurore Lapointe.  She and her six siblings were raised with an appreciation for faith, family and community.      ...

   It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of Marlayne Worthington who gently passed away on July 22, 2020 at the age of 73 years.    Marlayne Frances Wienmeyer was born in Outlook, SK on May 27, 1947 to parents George and Drucilla Wienmeyer.  She was raised with an appreciation for family and instilled with an earnest work ethic.  She blossomed into a beautiful and graceful young lady with many talents.  She was charming, humorous and kind with...

   It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Anne Rae at the Crowsnest Pass Continuing Care Centre, Blairmore, AB on July 16, 2020.  She was 82 years of age.    Anne was born in Cowley, AB on January 16, 1938 to parents Helen and John Simala.  From a young age, she was a kind, nurturing individual who enjoyed taking care of those around her.  These traits served her well over the years, especially in her roles as a wife and mother, over her...

CAROL OSADAN (1934-2020)      It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Caroline Gladys Osadan of Blairmore, Alberta.  She was welcomed into the arms of the Lord on July 15, 2020 at the age of 86 years.    Carol was born on June 2, 1934 in Pincher Creek, to parents Hans and Edith Aebli.  She blossomed into a beautiful and graceful young lady who was blessed with many talents, a compassionate nature and two cherished children.  She...

   It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Eric Harry Cholewka of Coleman, Alberta.  Eric demonstrated incredible strength and courage as he battled his cancer but on July 7, 2020, he succumbed to the disease at the Crowsnest Pass Health Care Centre at the age of 66 years.  He fought a valiant fight and left us with dignity and our admiration and love.    Eric was born on February 2, 1954 in Beaver Lodge, Alberta to parents, Michael and...

  With broken hearts we announce that Calvin McLaren passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on July 3, 2020.  At only 50 years of age, he was taken from this world far too soon.  Calvin moved to the Crowsnest Pass in June 2003 when he accepted a position at the hospital as a physiotherapy assistant.  Over the next seventeen years, he helped many people through their recoveries, gaining much respect and gratitude along the way.  In March 2004, Calvin married his best...

   It is with great sorrow that our family announces the passing of Roy Alfred Vare, a loving husband, father, brother, and grandfather. Roy was a humble man of quiet strength with a large heart and a gentle smile who gave of himself to others with compassion and kindness.      Roy was raised on a small homestead in Passburg, AB that is still standing today.  He would tell stories of the difficult times the family encountered, trudging through the snow drifts...

   It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Annie Vivian at the age of 91.                       Annie was the oldest and only sister to four brothers. Born to hardworking Russian/Ukrainian immigrants, she taught all her younger brothers English and helped her mother with the cooking, homemaking and raising of four active boys. She was enterprising and moved to Calgary...

EDITH PETRAS (1940-2020)      It is with deep sadness that we announce passing of Edith Dolores Petras who, on June 22, 2020, succumbed to her illness while receiving care at the Crowsnest Pass Hospital in Blairmore.  Edith was blessed with 79 years of a wonderful life.    Edith Dolores Beckman was born on November 23, 1940 in Hosmer, British Columbia to proud parents, Gunnar and Ida Beckman.  She was raised with a great appreciation for faith, family...

   It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Elaine Cecelia Drake, formerly of Lundbreck, Alberta, who was welcomed into the arms of the Lord on June 19, 2020 at the Crowsnest Pass Health Care Centre at the age of 88 years.    Elaine was born on August 12, 1931 in Raymond, Alberta to parents Leslie & Eileen Emmerson.  She blossomed into a beautiful and graceful young lady who won the heart of Robert Lloyd Drake.  They married on June 27, 1949...