All Obituaries

THIS MEMORIAL SERVICE WILL BE LIVE-STREAMED. PLEASE CLICK ON THE BUTTON BELOW JUST PRIOR TO SERVICE START TIME TO ACCESS THE VIDEO.  PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST HAVE ZOOM INSTALLED ON YOUR DEVICE TO JOIN THE LIVE-STREAM.      Mr. William Alfred White of Bellevue, Alberta was called home to be with our Lord and Saviour on September 18, 2022 while at the Crowsnest Pass Health Care Centre.  Bill was blessed with 94 years of a full and glorious life.   ...

   It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara Pritchard on September 15, 2022 at the Crowsnest Pass Health Care Centre, Blairmore, AB.  She was 69 years of age.    Barb was born in Moose Jaw, SK on October 14, 1952.  She grew up with a strong appreciation for family, friends and life’s simple pleasures.  Always kind and caring, Barb will live-on in the hearts of all who knew her.  This I Believe… SILENCE “If...

   Allen George White, 88 years of age, of Bellevue, Alberta, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, September 7, 2022, at 11:55pm.    Al is survived by his loving wife, Ruth; his children Alf (Shelley), Shelley, and Roger (Shibanee); his brother Bill (Eileen); and many grandchildren, nieces and nephews who surrounded him with love. He was predeceased in death by his sons, Rick and Ron; his wife of more than 20 years, Jean; by Margo, his second wife of over 20...

Rose-Marie Olinek (Née: Gallant), beloved mother of Dianne (Karen McKee) Dumas, Richard Dumas, Paul Dumas and David Dumas, and treasured grandmother of Mathew Dumas, Geoffrey Dumas and Kendall Dumas passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge, Alberta on September 3, 2022 at the age of 85 years.  With respect for Rose-Marie’s wishes, no Funeral service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations will be gratefully accepted by the Heart...

CATHERINE  JESTIN (1949-2022)      It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Catherine Elizabeth Jestin of the Crowsnest Pass, Alberta on August 25, 2022 at the age of 73 years.    Catherine was born on June 15, 1949 in Calgary, AB to parents, Francis and Edna Blanchard.  At an early age, she found beauty in the world around her and had an amazing aptitude in creating works of art and exploring colours.  She had a great capacity for...

HOLLY ANN GEWORSKY (Née: Felbel) September 30, 1959 – August 21, 2022      It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Holly Geworsky.  She was called home into the arms Jesus on August 21, 2022 at the Crowsnest Pass Continuing Care Centre, Blairmore, AB.  She was 62 years of age.    Holly was born in St. Boniface, MB on September 30, 1959 to loving parents, Emil and Sophie Felbel.  Along with her sister, she was raised to be a...

     On Monday, August 15th, 2022 it is with great sadness the Stacheruk family lost their matriarch, loving wife, mother, and grandmother.    Leone was an elementary school teacher for over 30 years; most of her career was spent in the Crowsnest Pass, AB.  She enjoyed putting on elaborate Christmas concerts, playing piano for Kindergarten graduations, and other school functions.    Giving back to the community was another passion of...

THIS SERVICE WILL BE LIVE-STREAMED. PLEASE CLICK ON THE BUTTON BELOW JUST PRIOR TO SERVICE START TIME TO ACCESS THE VIDEO. PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST HAVE ZOOM INSATLLED ON YOUR DEVICE TO JOIN THE LIVE-STREAM.    The family of the late Gilbert Charles Snow of Blairmore, Alberta is deeply saddened to announce his sudden passing on August 14, 2022 at 69 years of age.    Gil was born in Canso, Nova Scotia to a large, loving family. Growing up, he spent time tagging along...

   Randy Michael Bester, 63 passed away on Wednesday, August 10, 2022.    Randy was born in Cardston, AB November 6, 1958 and grew up in Southern Alberta and BC. He came to Coleman, AB in 1973 and attended high school there. He worked in the Vicary Creek mine for 4 years and later in the oil sands as a member of the Labor Union, but always maintained residency in the Crowsnest Pass which he loved.    He enjoyed fishing and hiking and in particular the Miners...

   It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of James “Jim” Verbaas on August 6, 2022 at the Crowsnest Pass Health Care Centre, Blairmore, AB. He was 82 years of age.    Jim was born on July 10, 1940 in Abbenes, Holland to parents, Johannes and Dirjke Verbaas. The family immigrated to Canada in 1952 where they first settled in Picture Butte, AB. From there, they relocated to the Burmis Camp at Burmis, AB before making Bellevue, AB their home....