OBITUARIES

Jan 3, 2024

Helen Arvanetes (nee Moustakopoulos), our beloved mother, grandmother, and long-time Banff resident, passed away

at the age of 85. After 63 years of marriage to her husband, Peter,

she peacefully joined him 3 months after his departure. Together again, always and forever.

Helen was born in Nestani, Arkadia, Greece. In 1960, she married...

Dec 26, 2023

Our beloved sister Heather Maureen Tennant passed away peacefully

in Banff. She was surrounded by family and friends after a brief battle with cancer.

Heather retired from the Mineral Springs hospital after 30+ years as a LPN & ORT. She then went on to work as an ORT for Dr. Hall-Findlay for an additional 17...

Dec 23, 2023

Beverly Jean Lockwood was born in Didsbury, Alberta, December 30, 1939. She passed away peacefully December 23, 2023, at the age of 83 years.

Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, Bev is survived by her daughter Tammy Eager, sons Terry Lockwood (Mona) and Darryl Lockwood (Vicki) as well as grandchildren Chris Lockwood (Tara), Nichole Lockwood, April Lockwood, Joanna Lockwood,...

Dec 21, 2023

A kind-hearted, generous, and hard working soul has passed

from this earth. Dennis Arthur Gibson died peacefully early Saturday, December 21st at the Rockyview Hospital in Calgary.

He was deeply loved and will be forever remembered by Una, his wife of 63 years. The world's best Dad will be missed by his daughter, Denise, of...

Dec 20, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that Mary Bartley's family shares the passing of their beloved mother & grandmother. Mary lived a colorful 101 years and spent her century-long life sharing warmth and positivity to all those around her. Mary raised two children with her husband Russell, Trish and Stuart. She was a caring and loving grandmother to Jesse and...

Dec 14, 2023

Nettie left us quickly, early in the morning of December 14th.

Like her late husband Stan, she led a full 89 years of life. She leaves behind daughters Sharon Riva (Richard – deceased), Diane Scott (Scotty) and grandchildren Kelli, Kyle, Chelcy and Mandea. She was predeceased by her father Nicholas, mother Alexandra and siblings Mary, Anne, Jean,...

Dec 11, 2023

Ruth Marion (McDonald) Smith who left this plane at 98 years of age has been called by family and friends "very special", "chipper and pleasant", "a wonderful role model on how to grow old", and a woman with "a quiet strength, kindness, and good humour."

She passed in the early morning on December 11 in Banff

Dec 10, 2023

Therese Hegnauer, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, was born in Zürich, Switzerland. She passed away peacefully at the Canmore Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. Therese is survived by her devoted husband, Beat Hegnauer; sons Justin D. Hegnauer (Trista Hegnauer) and David J. Hegnauer (Nani Woollings); grandchildren Dylan and William; family in Switzerland - brother...

Dec 6, 2023

William (Bill) Frank Cherak passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 in the town of Canmore, where he was also born.

Bill will be sadly missed by his sons Stephen (Maureen) and Patrick (Shelagh), grandchildren Trent, Stephana, Nialls, and Michal, along with numerous nephews and nieces.

Eight months earlier, Bill was predeceased by his...

Dec 5, 2023

Heinz Peter Vifian passed away peacefully at the Banff Mineral Springs Hospital on Saturday, Dec. 05 at 6:00 pm. He was 89.

Heinz grew up in Adelboden, Switzerland. There he acquired a life long passion for skiing and outdoor adventure.

In 1952, Heinz immigrated to Canada. He made his way to Alberta and it didn't...

Nov 22, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carol Morrison. After a hard-fought battle with cancer, Carol passed away peacefully on Friday November 22nd at the Mineral Springs Hospital, surrounded by her family.

Marion Carol Morrison was born on June 22nd, 1948 in Calgary, Alberta. She grew up as one of four children and...

Nov 19, 2023

Bernice Carney, 89, of Canmore, died November 19 after a short illness. She is survived by her husband, daughter, and three grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her son.

A memorial service was held on Saturday, November 26 by the Canmore Mountain Sanctuary Seventh Day Adventist congregation meeting at the Lutheran Church, 1205 First Ave, Canmore....

Nov 9, 2023

Timothy Ingram Mellen passed away in the early hours of

November 9th with his daughter Caroline by his side.

He can finally join his wife and son that he missed so dearly.

Tim was proud of his 30 plus years of service with Edmonton Transit and if you didn't see him checking out...

Oct 13, 2023

James Gordon Burles of Banff passed away on Friday, October 13, one day before his 74th birthday. Gordon was predeceased by his father, James Percy Burles and his mother, Kathleen Hilda (Ward) Burles. He is survived by his brother, Douglas (Faye), his nephew, Lee (Michelle), great-niece, Kaylin Anna, great-nephew, Rylan Percy, and his niece, Meridith (Trent). Gordon was born...

Oct 11, 2023

Born and raised in Calgary, Alberta, Stan was the second of five boys (David, Stan, Warren, Norman and Ray) to Annie and Norman Cowley. Left to carry on his legacy are his wife, Gloria and children, Cathy (Woody), David (Alanna), Thomas, Kateri (Leroy), Daisy (James) as well as his beloved grandchildren, adopted family, and many loyal friends.

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Oct 7, 2023

Always loving, dearly loved

With his family by his side, Bruce passed away peacefully in Canmore, Alberta, after a courageous battle with cancer. He will be deeply

missed by his wife Jannean, his children Claire (Travis), Janice (Todd), Stuart (Shannon) and Clive (Carrie), his grandchildren Nolan, Kaden, Kyle, Madison, Macallum, Jonathan, Brendan, Simon, Rebecca and Logan, his...

Oct 1, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing

of John Petroff. John was the devoted husband of Anne, beloved father of Laura (Jonathan) Silva, grandsons Sion and Jaxon, and of Jaimee (Keoni) Sarsona and granddaughter Jayla, all of Maui. John is also survived by his sister, Louise, and her family.

John was...

Sep 26, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of

Marjorie Helen Lewis on September 26 with family by her side.

Marjorie was Born in Edmonton, Alberta to parents Clayton and Christian Lawrence. Marjorie is predeceased by her brother Earl,

sister Lillian and her loving husband of 62 years Lloyd. Marjorie is...

Sep 16, 2023

NOTICE OF DISCLOSURE

Bow River Funeral Service Ltd. did not assist this family in any way with funeral arrangements. We are posting this obituary notice, at the request of the executor of the estate, to advise of imminent funeral services, as a courtesy to the family

Robert Jackson Mitchell, (Mitch) born in Guelph, Ontario, son...

Sep 16, 2023

Francis William Sigvart Savage, of Canmore AB, went home to heaven at the age of 82. He passed away from heart failure.

Born in Rimbey, AB., he is predeceased by his parents, George and Selma Savage, and survived by his sister Lorraine (Ron Hickok) and family including numerous nieces and nephews, and his three daughters, Pamela, Tamara...