OBITUARIES

Aug 24, 2024

Jean Anne Sampson (nee Lewis) passed away peacefully at the age of 90 years. Born, in Canmore, Alberta, Jean was the youngest child of Evan and Jean Lewis. She grew up in a large and loving family with

8 brothers and 2 sisters.

At a young age, Jean met the love of her life, James...

Jun 26, 2024

Pamela Madsen (Jackson) beloved mother, wife, grammy, and friend passed away at age 64 on the evening of June 26, 2024, after a heroic battle with cancer. Pam is survived by her husband Tony Madsen, daughters Riley James and Lisa Thomson, step daughters Lauren Evans (Will) and Chelsea Madsen, grandson Luke Evans, sister Joan Adams (Keith) and many nieces,...

Jun 20, 2024

In loving memory of Kurt Dwight McMahon, a gentle and considerate soul, peacefully passed away on June 20, 2024. His fearless spirit, humble presence, boundless knowledge and dry, witty charm endeared him to all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Kurt's adventurous nature led him to explore the world with an insatiable curiosity, always seeking out new challenges...

May 25, 2024

Laughter, love, family, friends, music, Go Oilers!!, laughter, laughter

and more laughter is how Ken lived his life everyday.

Ken was so many things to so many people….his humour and kindness arriving in the room almost before he did. He treated all of us the same whatever your walk of life. Everyone has a Ken...

May 6, 2024

David Andrew Wilson passed away peacefully at his home in Calgary at the age of 61 years. Born in Saskatoon to Andy and Sophie Wilson, Dave was raised in Saskatoon where he met his beloved wife, Cheryl. In 1988, they moved to Banff, and later to Canmore in 1992, where they lovingly raised their children, Amy and Johnathan.

Apr 29, 2024

Barbara Ann (Barb) Bertch was born in Youngstown, Ohio in 1949. After she left home to live in New York City, Barb's early interests were directed towards protesting the war in Vietnam, studying music at NYU, and cycling. Her days as a bicycle courier in New York City may have helped sparked her love of adrenaline inducing activities. Cycling...

Apr 20, 2024

In loving memory of Lyle Bradley, who passed away unexpectedly on April 20, 2024. He was the devoted husband of Elaine, loving father of Dean (Sue), Darcy (Holly) and proud grandfather of Ben, Jake, Alex and Anna. He is survived by his brother Lorne (Sheila), sister in laws Marie and Faye and numerous nieces and nephews.

Lyle...

Mar 15, 2024

Willy Kurt Elmer, born 04 November 1947 died on 15 March 2024 in Canmore's General Hospital after a short but valiant battle with cancer. His long-term partner, Sally, was by his side.

Willy came to Canada in his early twenties from St. Margreten in the Swiss Canton of St. Gallen to further his career in hotel catering...

Feb 25, 2024

It is with deep sadness that the family of Austin Barry Sproule announce his passing. Barry, as he was known to all, was survived by his wife

of 58 years Lee who subsequently passed away February 25, 2024 and his children Chris (Terry), Melody and Shane. Barry was born in the farmhouse of the family homestead near...

Jan 26, 2024

Mabel 'Jean' Samis died peacefully in Canmore on January 26, 2024

at the age of 87 years.

Jean was preceded by her husband Ken and survived by her daughter Ronel, son-in-law Mark, son Brad, daughter in-law Dana, grandchildren Bronwyn and Dylan of Vancouver and her favourite dogs Wookie and Dobby.

Jean was born...

Jan 12, 2024

Shirley Jean Gibson (nee Brigden), passed away peacefully in the early morning of January 12, 2024, at Banff Mineral Springs Hospital; her family was with her. Shirley was 93 years old at the time of her passing and was predeceased by her husband of 60 years, Brian Gibson and her sisters Betty Lett and Arlene Stevenson.

She...

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...