All Obituaries

A Christmas Memorial Service will be held at Fantin's Funeral Chapel on Sunday, December 2, 2018 at 3:00pm to celebrate the lives of those who have passed away, to light a candle in remembrance, and to meet others who have suffered the loss of a loved one. We sincerely hope that you can join us for this interdenominational occasion of prayers, hymns and words of comfort from members of the Crowsnest Pass clergy and special guests. Refreshments will be provided.  There is no fee...

   It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Eleanor Bubniak of the Crowsnest Pass who was called to be with the Lord on October 28, 2018 at the Crowsnest Pass Continuing Care Centre.  She lived 75 years of an amazing and meaningful life.    Eleanor was born on December 13, 1942 in Coleman, Alberta to proud parents, Henry & Candida Raymond.  She was raised with a strong respect for her community, faith and family.  Her determined work...

   Steve Sapeta passed away peacefully at the Crowsnest Pass Continuing Care Centre on October 17, 2018 at the age of 90 years.    Steve was born at Todd Creek AB to parents Carl and Stefania Sapeta on October 27, 1927.  He spent all of his years on the family ranch working along side of his parents and his brothers.  He loved and continued this way of life up until six months prior to his passing.  His love of ranching led him to become one of the first...

   With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Mr. Ainsley Gibson on October 9, 2018 at the blessed age of 91 years.    Ainsley was born in Medicine Hat, AB on September 30, 1927.  He grew into a kind, hardworking young man who won the heart of Lilian Mae Gordon.  He and Mae were joined in holy matrimony on June 5, 1948, and moved to the Crowsnest Pass in 1950 where they went on to raise their children and create countless wonderful memories.   ...

   It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alex Wells of Blairmore, AB on October 8, 2018 at the Chinook Regional Hospital, Lethbridge, AB.  He was 87 years of age.    Our father was always a “Pass boy” and other than some years spent in university in Saskatchewan and Edmonton, plus a few years at a firm in Richmond BC, Dad has always been here – in the Pass.    He was a businessman whose clients included farmers,...

   Helen Pickering, beloved wife of the late Eric Pickering, passed away peacefully into the arms of our Lord on Sunday, October 7, 2018 at the age of 87 years.    Mom was born on October 10, 1930 to Thomas and Rosalia Grochmal.  She grew up on the family farm just outside of Thorhild, AB with six siblings and learned the value of family and a good day’s honest work.  She met Eric and they were united in holy matrimony on October 27, 1956.  They...

Roger Tremblay, beloved husband of Cindy Tremblay; cherished father of Analie (Ryan) Ramage and Jay Tremblay; and devoted Papa of Charlotte, passed away on October 3, 2018 at the Crowsnest Pass Health Care Centre, Blairmore, AB at the age of 60 years. With respect for Roger's wishes, no funeral service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations will be gratefully accepted by the Crowsnest Pass Health Foundation "Palliative Care" (PO Box 455, Blairmore, AB T0K...

   Edith Bryant, devoted wife of the late Dr. Cy Bryant, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2018 at the blessed age of 90 years.    She is survived by her children, Vivian (John Adsett), Victor (Sheila), Rosalyn (Ralph Gurnett), Rea (Sandy), Ed (Sandra) and Evelyn (Mark Usher), and a gaggle of grandchildren and great grandchildren!    The Celebration of Life will be held at the Crowsnest Lake Bible Camp on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at 1:00pm.  In...

   It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Fay Poch on September 20, 2018 at the Crowsnest Pass Health Care Centre, Blairmore, AB.  She was 87 years of age.    Fay was born in the Village of Carmangay, AB on November 16, 1930, and moved to the Crowsnest Pass with her family in 1945.  On May 29, 1948, she married Joseph Poch. The happy couple went on to be blessed with three wonderful children who they raised in a warm and nurturing...

   Joan Mary (Miller) Shoesmith passed away peacefully at the age of 86 on Tuesday, September 18, 2018 in Blairmore, AB.    Joan leaves to cherish her memory her children, Pamela (Keith) Newton, Erin Matthews, Geoff (Carol) Shoesmith; grandchildren, Mathew (Laura Sou) Newton, Josh Newton, Jordan (Megan McLean) Matthews, Joey Matthews, Katie (Mark) Ernst, Nicole (Ryan) Seleski, Kristina (Cam Cooke) Shoesmith, David Shoesmith; and great grandchildren, Devon, Dominik,...