All Obituaries

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...

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      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...

   Anne Philippa Rose Bosetti passed away peacefully in the loving presence of her family on December 21, 2019 at the age of 86 years.  A confidant, friend, mother and grandmother, she provided unconditional love and support to her family.  Her greatest pride was in their accomplishments.    Anne was born January 12, 1933 in Wetaskiwin, AB to George and Violet Vincent Watson, immigrants from the Isle of Wight, and sister to Thomas Watson and Bunty Tiley. ...

Ron passed away peacefully at the Crowsnest Pass Hospital on Tuesday evening December 17, 2019.  Dad was born in Coleman, AB to Herman Collings and Mary (Lemear) Collings and remained there most of his life leaving only to go away to play hockey.  Ron was an athlete from an early age playing all sports through his life from baseball, curling, & golf, but his passion was hockey. At 17 he went to play with the Drumheller Miners, Coleman Grands and a couple of years he played with...

EVELYN  FARANO    It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Evelyn Francesca Farano of Coleman, Alberta.  She was surrounded with the love of her family while receiving care at the Crowsnest Pass Health Care Centre in Blairmore but was called into the arms of our Lord on December 12, 2019.    Evelyn Francesca was born in Coleman, Alberta on St. Patrick’s Day to proud parents, Antonio and Carmela Gianiorio.  She...

   It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Derek Sharp on December 5, 2019 at the Crowsnest Pass Health Care Centre, Blairmore, AB.  He was 38 years of age.     Derek was born in Sparwood, BC on July 1, 1981 to loving parents, John and Dorothy Sharp.  The Sharps moved their family to the Crowsnest Pass, AB in 1983 where they went on to create countless wonderful memories and lasting relationships.  As Derek matured, his involvement...

   Margaret Thereasa Anne (Mokosak) Trentham passed away peacefully with her family at her side on November 27, 2019 at the Rockyview Hospital in Calgary, AB.    Marg… our Mom, Nan, wife aunt, amazing friend, nurse fashionista, traveler, domestic goddess, cheerleader, warrior, free spirit, gardener, hairdresser, cake decorator, multitasker… was born to Helen and Carl Mokosak on March 30, 1949 in Blairmore, AB.  Marg was the youngest of three...

   It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Derrick Robinson on November 24, 2019.  He was only 23 years of age.    Derrick was born in Brooks, AB on August 19, 1996 to proud parents, Dawn Macpherson and Drew Robinson.  From an early age, he had a mischievous spirit and zest for life that you couldn’t help but appreciate, and he wasn’t afraid to take chances if it meant living life to its fullest.    Not one to sit still...

June Drinnan of Coleman, AB, cherished mother of Basil (Henriette) Drinnan of Patzcuaro, MX, Nancy (Garnet) Campbell of Coleman, AB, Drew (Cathy) Drinnan of Lethbridge, AB, Nola (Wes) Rypien of Coleman, AB & Craig (Tessa) Drinnan of Denver, CO; and beloved partner of the late Paul Filewich, passed away on Nov. 23, 2019 at the age of 89 years. With respect for June’s wishes, no funeral service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations will be gratefully accepted by...