All Obituaries

Leroy, a quintessential Albertan, was a founding member of the Canadian Association of Drilling Engineers, and for nearly 60 years he worked the international “oil patch." His work history, around the world, placed him at the industry’s exploration frontiers, and included assignments in the Beaufort Sea and The Grand Banks of Newfoundland.   Leroy invented and worked on new technologies, and was involved with some of the most dramatic moments in the industry,...

   It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lee VanLoon on February 20, 2020 at the Crowsnest Pass Health Care Centre, Blairmore, AB.  He was 63 years of age.    Lee was born on May 28, 1956 in Brocket, AB and was raised in the Crowsnest Pass, AB.  His parents, Edith and Buddy VanLoon instilled in him a love of family, animals and nature, and taught him to appreciate all of life’s blessings.  On June 10, 1976, Lee married the love of...

DENNIS WILLIAM ORTON June 28, 1947 – February 16, 2020      Dennis William Orton, eldest child of the late George and Patricia Orton, passed away on February 16, 2020 at the age of 72 years.    Dennis is survived by his brother, Ken (Annie) Orton of Crowsnest Pass, AB; his sister, Sharon (Keith) Grill of Regina, SK; five nephews; one niece; one great nephew; his only child, Robert William Orton; as well as his extended family and many good friends in Canada...

STEPHEN  SQUAREK (1957-2020)    It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stephen James Squarek, recently of Lethbridge, Alberta, who was called to be the Lord on February 15, 2020 while surrounded by the love of his family at St. Michael’s Health Centre.  “Stever” was blessed with 62 years of an amazing life.    Stephen James Squarek was born on November 25, 1957 in Blairmore, Alberta to proud parents, Stephen Sr. and Joan...

   Joshua Clayton Heisie (born 4/10/1989) passed away Saturday, January 25th 2020 as a result of a motor vehicle accident in Prince Edward County, Ontario. Josh will always be remembered as an immensely creative person who harbored a passion for acting, comedy, screenwriting, art, and cinema. At the time of his death, Josh was near completion on the screenplays for his first series of feature films set in a stylized dystopian Canadian future, working as Game Master of a local...

   *IMPORTANT: PLEASE NOTE SERVICE TIME CHANGE - SEE BELOW*    It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Bessie Rosia, formerly of Bellevue, AB.  Bessie passed away peacefully January 25, 2020 at the Southwood Care Centre in Calgary, AB at the age of 91 years.    Bessie was born in Frank, AB on December 28, 1928 to loving parents, Charles and Mary Poch.  She was raised to appreciate all of life blessings, no matter how small, and to treat...

   It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Heath Dalziel of Pincher Creek, AB on January 23, 2020 at the Pincher Creek Health Centre.  He was blessed with 92 meaningful years of life.    Heath was born in Prestwick, Scotland on August 18, 1927.  He grew into a patriotic and dutiful young man who proudly served in the Royal Air Force.  On June 4, 1949, Heath married the love of his life, Jean Robbins.  The happy couple went on to be...

MARY KNUTSON (1927-2020)      It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother Mary Knutson. Mary passed away peacefully Jan 12, 2020 at the remarkable age of 92 years while surrounded by her family.    Mary was born in Edinburgh, Scotland on December 15, 1927. She enjoyed a wonderful childhood with her parents and many siblings. Stories of wee cough drop and Jimmy, as well as her homeland, would be...

      It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Annie Fisher of Coleman, AB.  Annie was called to be with the Lord on December 22, 2019 at her home with her loving husband, Jerry by her side.  She was 84 years of age.    Annie was born on March 11, 1935 in Blairmore, AB to John and Bernice Habdas.  She attended the Blairmore Elementary and High School and upon completing grade twelve, she obtained employment with Royal Bank of...