OBITUARIES

Jul 12, 2019

It is with great sorrow we say goodbye to Shirley Joan Bolter

(nee Brown) who passed away peacefully at home in Canmore

the morning of July 12, 2019.

Shirley is survived by her beloved husband of 61years, Robert,

her daughters Susan and Norma (Andy), grandchildren Samantha (Jon), Andrew and Christopher, great...

Jun 29, 2019

It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to Garry Thomas Kirwan who passed away unexpectedly on June 29, 2019 at his home in Canmore, AB.

Garry met his beloved wife of 56 years Jenny, (nee Foulds) at his second posting in Banff AB, where they married and had two children. Garry is survived by his...

Jun 15, 2019

Terry's adventures and curious nature to explore most likely started

with the gift of a tricycle at the age of 3 from his beloved grandparents. Demonstrating from that early age physical endurance and self-sufficiency he would travel by bicycle, boat, dog team, cross country skis and on foot to far-flung places in northern England and Scotland, Svalbard,...

Jun 12, 2019

Barbara Stark Welsh Alder, known to all in Canmore as Babs,

died peacefully in her sleep on the 12th June 2019 in the

Canmore Hospital.

Babs moved to Canmore 30 years ago with her husband, Eddie

and they enjoyed a good life here and were active workers and

loyal...

Jun 6, 2019

Robert "Bob" Ivan Needham, beloved husband of Donna, passed away on June 6, 2019 in Calgary, two days before his 88th birthday. Besides his loving wife, Bob is survived by his four sons: Don (Marla), Ken (Charlene), Ron (Debbie), and Doug (Jean); his sister Elaine Hadford; and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Bob's work...

May 18, 2019

Gordon Ian Moors (Gord) passed away unexpectedly at his home in Canmore, Alberta on May 18, 2019, with his life partner, Trish Brister,

at his side. He leaves his cherished daughter Danielle, Trish and

her sons, and family: his father, Dr. David Moors, and his sisters

and brothers, Jean-anne, Mark (Fara), Rod (Joy),...

May 11, 2019

Christopher Donavon McCorrister, age 39, passed away Saturday,

May 11, 2019 after a hard and sudden battle against brain cancer.

Chris always lived his life to the fullest. He loved God, family,

adventure, the outdoors, and living a life that wasn't the norm.

Chris married his best friend Kandace at 26...

May 1, 2019

It is with profound sadness that we mourn the loss of Betty Reinhardt who passed away peacefully on May 1, 2019. Betty spent her childhood in Didsbury before moving to Banff and adopted it as her home. Betty shared her infectious smile and strong bear hugs with everyone she met. No one can forget a hug from Betty.

Apr 11, 2019

Anne was taken from us on April 11, 2019 so she could be reunited

with her dear husband Bert. Anne was born to Joseph and Julia Pollock in Canmore on November 4, 1925 where she lived until she was

2 years of age. She and her parents moved to Calgary after that time. While growing...

Apr 1, 2019

We are sorry to say goodbye to the most wonderful wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, aunt and friend who left her mark on all those who crossed paths with her. Born in Montreal into a family

of nine children, she was a true Montrealer, who spent her remaining years in Canmore. At age 27, her first husband, Jean...

Mar 22, 2019

Our wonderful husband, brother, father and friend Charles Edward Frost passed away in the early morning of March 22 after a short but intense battle with the last stages of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.

He is survived by his wife of nearly 49 years Laura Susan Frost

(nee Lemieux) and his children Kenneth Raymond (Patti-kris) Frost...

Mar 17, 2019

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of David Donald Casovan on Sunday, March 17, 2019. He was born on January 3, 1952 in Edmonton, AB to Bill and Mary Casovan.

David will be lovingly missed by his wife of 42 years, Connie, daughters Kathryn (Grant) and Therese, Granddaughter Makenna and Grandson Callum. David will...

Mar 15, 2019

In loving memory we celebrate the life of Gordon Robert Wood who passed away in Banff, AB. surrounded by his loving family and friends.

Gordon will be remembered by his wife Wendy Wood of Canmore;

son Jason of Calgary; daughter Annette Stewart (Wood) and husband Tom of Edmonton; three grand daughters Sabrina, Nicole and Shannon...

Mar 12, 2019

Donald James "Don" Mowat passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at his home in Whitby, Ontario at the age of 54 years.

Beloved son of Leroy and Gail Mowat. Cherished brother of Mike Mowat and his wife Cathy. Loving uncle of Brandon, Jacqueline and Ryan. Beloved nephew, cousin and dear friend to many. He will be...

Feb 26, 2019

Janet Mary Morgan de Bruyn , beloved wife of John de Bruyn, passed away in Canmore, AB, February 26, 2019. Janet was born in Teepee Creek, AB. July 7, 1954. Janet was predeceased by her first husband, George Daniel Dedio and is survived by her husband John de Bruyn

of 21 years and by her brothers and...

Feb 20, 2019

Alice Saltiel-Marshall was born to humble beginnings in the inner city

of Toronto and passed as a revered artist in her beloved Rocky Mountains on February 20, 2019. She leaves a legacy of art, kindness and love that will be remembered whenever we see a magnificent flower bursting with colour, sun rays on the mountain peaks, reflections...

Feb 15, 2019

This is the story of Denise Elisabeth Rohde, our beloved daughter, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, and friend.

Denise's life journey began on December 13, 1968 in Vancouver BC, where her arrival was greeted with joy and excitement by her siblings Isabella and Bernard, and her parents Horst and Anneliese.

Denise and her friend Helena arrived in...

Feb 15, 2019

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our Dad and husband, Michael Allan Howard Williams, FCA.

Mike was born in Vancouver BC, the second son of John Samuel Tamatoa Williams and Joyce Winifred (Cooper) Williams. He was predeceased by his brother Roger and sister Linda.

His father, "Sam"...

Feb 8, 2019

Donald Raymond Hawker, 92 years old, only a week shy of his 93rd Birthday, passed away peacefully in his sleep, on February 8, 2019

at the Colonel Belcher Carewest, Calgary, AB.

Don will be remembered by his loving wife Sheila Hawker (nee Fee),

of almost 65 years. His son, Brad Hawker (Johanna Barstad)....

Jan 28, 2019

Douglas Adams, aged 62, died January 28, 2019 at the Canmore Hospital. Born in Torphins, Scotland, Doug is survived by partner Dorothy, father Tom, brothers Roy and Tom and their families;

the Gould clan, his many many friends, and faithful companion Alphie.

Our gratitude and thanks to the entire Canmore Hospital staff for providing the...