OBITUARIES

Recent Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Canmore, AB, Southern Alberta, & Surrounding Areas

William (Bill) Beaton

William (Bill) Beaton

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Bill Beaton of Canmore, AB at the age of 86 years

Bill was born to William and Ellen Beaton in Winnipeg, MB. During his lifetime he worked for Manitoba Telephone System, Alberta Government Telephones and TTS before starting his own successful consulting business, Accutel Voice Data. He...

David Gellatly

David Gellatly

David Ross Gellatly, a beloved member of the Canmore, AB community, uexpectedly passed away from natural causes at the age of 70.

David was born in Almonte, Ontario, and grew up in Kitchener, Ontario. He is survived by his loving parents Doug and Marion Gellatly (nee Eckel), and his loving siblings Karen Bruce (Larry), Jane Burgess (Rob)...

Jay Simpson

Jay Simpson

Jay (John Allen) Simpson passed away at the age of 66 in Banff. Jay moved to the mountains 44 years ago on a hunch, following his university sweetheart to Lake Louise. He ended up working at the Banff Centre and had a son, Drew who he adored and fought for when he and his girlfriend split. He then went...

Hillar Auksi

Hillar Auksi

Hillar Auksi died at the age of 75 in Canmore, AB. Hillar was born in Hitchin, England to his parents Jüri and Ella Auksi. His parents and his older brother Peter had emigrated to England from Estonia through Germany in World War II and when Hillar was 3 the family emigrated to Canada when Jüri won a penny soccer...

Lyle Thompson

Lyle Thompson

Lyle Thompson was born in Niagara Falls, Ontario passing away

at the age of 81 years at the Calgary Foothills Hospital.

Lyle is survived by his son Allan and daughter Jessie (Aaron).

He is also survived by his sister Lynne (Allan) White, brothers Jim (Jeanette), Colin (Joan), niece Karen (Phil) Marra, great-nephews

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Marian Flanders

Marian Flanders

With gratitude that her long illness is over, the family of Marian Flanders (Knive) wish to announce her gentle and peaceful passing surrounded by her family at her home in Cochrane, Alberta. She was 79 years old. Marian was born to Anders (Andy) Knive and Ruby Alberta (Sullivan) Knive in Vulcan, Alberta.

Marian grew up in Vulcan...

Michael Miskow

Michael Miskow

Michael (Mike) Miskow, fondly known as the Polish Prince, was born in Canmore to father Joseph Miskow, from Poland and his adored mother Anne (Kardash) Miskow from Edmonton.

Shortly after finishing high school in Canmore, Mike moved to Banff to find work. He was a local to Banff for his remaining 60 years showing his colourful personality...

Sue Fawcett

Sue Fawcett

Susan Anne Fawcett passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with ALS. She is survived by her beloved husband, Paul, her six sisters; Carol (Mark), Arlie (Scott), Brenda (Paul), Karen (Wayne), Margie (Paul), Sarah (Raja); her three brothers Glenn (Kym), Scott (Karen) and Doug (Carolyn) and by numerous nieces and nephews. Sue was predeceased by her parents Grant and...

Justin Miller

Justin Miller

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Justin Thomas Miller, a beloved son, brother, and friend, who left this world far too soon. Justin was born in Calgary Alberta, along with his twin sister Caroline to parents Manon and Jim.

A passionate and adventurous soul, Justin radiated an infectious enthusiasm for life. He...

Ada Mcculloch

Ada Mcculloch

Ada Patricia McCulloch of Calgary passed away peacefully in Canmore at the age of 88 years. She was surrounded by her loving family.

Ada was born in Coleman, Alberta to Lorenzo and Eileen Richards.

Ada married Robert Calvin McCulloch on August 17, 1957, and they raised their three children in Calgary and surrounding areas.

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Venice Taylor

Venice Taylor

Venice Vivian Taylor passed away peacefully in Calgary at the age

of 98 years. Venice had been a long-time resident of High Prairie, Alberta before moving first to Canmore, Alberta, then Calgary.

She is survived by her five children: Brian (Darlene), Joan Taylor Mitrovic (Mike), Marianne Sandquist (Rick), Ron, Bob (Lisa), 10 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren,...

Margo Hansen

Margo Hansen

Please join us in celebrating the remarkable life of Margo Hansen, even as we mourn her passing.

Margo (née Margaret Ethel Kneale) was a woman who loved deeply and was deeply loved throughout her 90 years on earth. She was an

independent spirit, animal lover, avid reader, loyal friend, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, wife, mother, grandmother and...

Walter Worthingham

Walter Worthingham

Jesus called and Walter hung up his apron for the final time; his life's work complete. It is with great sadness and heavy hearts we announce that Walter Worthingham died peacefully at the age of 97 years in Canmore, Alberta.

His loving wife Jean, who kissed his cheek and held his hand for over 72 years, deeply...

Walter A. Jansen

Walter A. Jansen

Walter Abraham Jansen passed away suddenly on Friday evening,

but just as he would have wanted, he was peacefully in his chair with

his children at his side.

Walter was born on a farm in Winyard, Saskatchewan. He loved the farm and always had wonderful stories about his life on the land and...

Ron Seabrook

Ron Seabrook

Ronald Albert Seabrook passed away peacefully at the age of 79,

with his family by his side. Ron was predeceased by his parents,

Albert and Nellie Seabrook, his brother Larry Seabrook and his

nephew Jay MacDonald.

Ron is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Colline Seabrook,

his...

Dr. Magnus Palmé

Dr. Magnus Palmé

It is with heavy hearts that the Palme family shares the passing of

Dr. Magnus Palmé, a long-standing contributing member of the Canmore community, outstanding physician, and father.

Magnus lived a fast and worldly life. Born in Sweden, raised in Zimbabwe, studying in South Africa, and eventually moving to Canada, Magnus was a man of...

Dwight Krush

Dwight Krush

Celebration of Life was held Saturday June 22, 2024 Exshaw Community Hall (behind Legion) and was followed by BBQ lunch Everyone was welcomed to stop by, share stories, give some hugs, etc. Dress Casually or we'll know you're at the wrong place! Services provided by Russ Reynolds and Bow River Funeral Service.

Fran Gallagher

Fran Gallagher

With a heavy heart we announce the passing of Frances Forsythe

(Kelly) Gallagher, who died at her home in Banff, after a long and full life. She was very loved and will be missed terribly.

Fran is survived by her adoring husband of 52 years, Lloyd (KIWI) Gallagher, sons Robert and Ryan, daughter in-law Lyane...

Robert (Bob) Steele

Robert (Bob) Steele

Robert Alexander (Bob) Steele passed away peacefully at the Canmore Hospital at the age of 92 years. He was born in Calgary to Walter and Margaret Steele (nee McKellar).

Predeceased by Dolores, the mother of his children, daughter Debbie, sister Doreen, and daughter-in-law Denise.

He is survived by his loving wife, Marleen Ferguson, son Tom...

Maurice Parent

Maurice Parent

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of

Maurice (Moe) Parent.

Moe was born on the farm in St. Joseph, Manitoba. He was the 6th

of 7 children. As with many farm boys he escaped to the big city (Winnipeg) as soon as possible. It was there that he met,...

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