All Obituaries

A long and blessed life.  May she find comfort in the paradise of God's promise. She is survived by her beloved children, John H. Lundberg, Perren A. Lundberg and Elizabeth Langiger. Donations in memory may be directed to the Crowsnest Pass Health Fdn, PO Box 455, Blairmore, AB  T0K 0E0.  

   Born in Rawdon, QC on August 4, 1928, Ray passed away peacefully at the Crowsnest Pass Continuing Care Centre, Blairmore, AB on May 3, 2019, now completing 90 fulfilling years of life.    Feeling adventurous, Ray left Rawdon, QC as a young man, travelling across Canada.  In the years that followed, he found employment at many locations, finally ending up in Coleman, AB in the 1960s where he was employed by Atlas Lumber Co. and R & R Lumber.  When in...

   It is with profound sadness and dismay that we announce the passing of a beloved husband, devoted father, and cherished brother, Mr. Kevin Leverne LaPrete of Bellevue, Alberta, who died on April 18, 2019 at the age of 44 years.    Kevin was born on January 29, 1975 in Coleman, Alberta to parents Norman and Shareen LaPrete.  He was instilled with a passion for the majestic outdoors of the Crowsnest Pass.  Kevin enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and exploring...

   It is with great heartache that we announce the sudden passing of Kirby Wade Howlett, recently of Lethbridge, Alberta, who succumbed to a severe illness at the tender age of 31 years.     Kirby was born on October 10, 1987 in St. Albert, Alberta to proud parents, Wendy and Garnet Howlett.  He grew to be a fine young man with a generous nature and good work ethic.  Kirby graduated high school and gained employment in the petroleum industry with Devon,...

   It is with sorrow that we announce the passing of Janice Walmsley of Hillcrest, AB on April 6, 2019.  She was 60 years of age.    When Janice entered a room, you couldn’t help but notice her beautiful smile, and her bubbly personality drew you in.  In her quieter moments, she enjoyed tending her flower and vegetable gardens, and although not a religious person, she was very spiritual.  Janice travelled whenever she could – one of her...

   It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of David Parker on April 5, 2019 in Grande Prairie, AB.  He was only 23 years of age.    David was born in Blairmore, AB on January 3, 1996.  His family watched with pride as he matured into an independent, hardworking and determined young man who hoped to own his own farm one day.  This goal started as his way of saying thank you to his grandparents for all the support and love they showed him...

ELIZABETH IRENE “BETTY” MCKENNA (1934 – 2019)      It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Betty McKenna, formerly of Hillcrest Mines, who was called into the arms of our Lord on April 2, 2019 at the Good Samaritan Vista Village in Pincher Creek.  She was blessed with 84.97 wonderful years.    Betty was born on April 12, 1934 in Lemsford, Saskatchewan to proud parents, Harry and Rose Becker.  She had a beauty and grace...

Born May 21, 1954 in Nelson, BC, passed away March 25, 2019 in Blairmore, AB.   Wendy is survived by her husband, Scott; daughter, Lorie-Anne (Rick); grandson, Ethan; brothers, Donnie (Chrissy) and Doug (Nola); and numerous nieces and nephews.   Wendy was predeceased by her mother, Loretta; brother, Danny; and granddaughter, Cierra.   Heartfelt thanks go to: Dr. Bell and associates at the Crowsnest Medical Clinic, Theresa and staff at I.D.A. Rx Drugs in Blairmore, and...

   It is with great sadness that the family of Margaret Beever announces her passing on Thursday, March 21, 2019 at the Crowsnest Pass Continuing Care Centre, Blairmore, AB.       Marg is survived by her daughter, Cydnee (Jake) Collings; sons, Jay (Sandra) Hillman and Jon (Kim) Hillman; grandchildren, James (Xann) Hillman, Bradley Hillman, Matthew (Danielle) Hillman, Jolayne Collings and Christopher Collings; and great granddaughters, Ryplie and Jayda...

MARY MacBEATH (1924-2019)    With heavy hearts, the family of Mary MacBeath, (nee Young), announces her passing on March 19, 2019 at the age of 94 years.    Mary was born on September 22, 1924 in Thompsonville, Connecticut. Her true home, however, was Scotland – and although she wasn’t born there, she was quick to point out that she was raised there. She was very proud of her Scottish heritage and we truly believe that upon her passing, she didn’t...