OBITUARIES

Peter Arvanetes

Peter Arvanetes, our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and long-time Banff resident, passed away at the age of 91 years.

Peter was born in Nestani, Greece. The end of World War II left many families in Greece in desperate circumstances and in 1948 at the age

of 16, Peter immigrated to Canada on his own. Peter...

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,...

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...

Shirley Tooke

It is with deep sadness, that we announce the passing of Shirley Patricia Tooke. Shirley passed away peacefully at Canmore Hospital

in Alberta.

Shirley will be missed by her daughter Tamara, husband Andy, grandsons Kyle and Brodie, as well as her son Robert, wife Kate, grandkids, Georgia (husband Eli), Jacob and Owen. Shirley was sadly...

Ada Sampson

It is with immense sadness and regret that we share the passing of our mom, Ada Margaret (Watson) Sampson at the Canmore Hospital.

Ada, an only child, was born to Ruth (Watson) Johnson and Walter Watson at Nordegg, Alberta. She was always proud that her mother

was one of the first Vancouver City Police Women...

Gary Von Wyl

Gerhard (Gary) von Wyl died peacefully in Canmore, Alberta.

He was born in Sarnen, Switzerland, on November 17, 1960, and found a passion for music as a boy chorister and later as a yodeller in the Yodel Club Heimattreu in Calgary. Gary loved food and trained as a chef in Switzerland before emigrating to Canada to work...

John Richter

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dad, grandpa and great-grandpa John Joseph Richter, 89, of Cochrane.

John was the son of John and Vera Richter and twin to Joseph Richter of Victoria, BC. He also has a sister Mary in Eugene, Oregon.

John grew up in Wanham, a hamlet...

Michael Desautels

Michael Thomas Desautels passed away peacefully in hospital in Calgary at the age of 33. Predeceased by his father Stephen Desautels, Michael is survived by his mother Blythe Cooper and sister Lindsey Bell (Tony) and his 3 nieces who he adored Kyelee, Addison and Everleigh.

Michael was born in Canmore and grew up playing hockey and baseball...

Frank Levstik

It is with much love and sadness we announce the passing of Frank Anthony Levstik of Calgary, AB after a courageous battle with cancer. Frank was predeceased by his father Anton and leaves behind his mother Branka of Exshaw, AB and brother Andrew (Pamela) of Calgary.

As per Frank's wishes, family and close friends gathered for private...

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...

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...

Bill Hogarth

It is with sadness at his passing and joy in the celebration of his life that we announce the passing of our husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather at the age 79. William Allan Hogarth passed away peacefully at the Canmore Hospital after a brief illness, surrounded by his family.

Bill is survived by, and will be missed...

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...

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,...

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...

Jim Burnett

Our family is heartbroken to announce the passing of our Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, and Friend, Harry James "Jim" Burnett. After a lengthy battle with cancer, he peacefully went to sleep in the early morning hours on Tuesday.

Survived by his daughter Kara (Grant), his son Kim, Grandchildren Kacie (Andy), Erica (Arnie), Jake (Hilary), Adam (Thatsanee), Chadd...

Donald Golding

It is with heavy hearts we announce the recent passing of Donald Arthur Golding at the age of 89 years. Donald passed away peacefully with wife Sandra and daughter Amanda at his side, at Mineral Springs Hospital in Banff.

Born to parents Annie and Levi on a potato farm in Peel, NB. Donald was the youngest of...

Bill Dreger

William Darcy Dreger, "Billy" born in Didsbury, Alberta has passed

away in his beloved mountains of the Bow Valley. He is survived by

his wife Mayuko, sons, Benjamin and Yoshi Dreger of Canmore, two sisters, Joy Hoerle of Red Deer, AB. and Gaye Pauls of Calgary, AB,

plus numerous other family members.

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Patricia Anholt

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Patricia Elizabeth Anholt in Canmore, AB. She was born in Edmonton and grew up on a small farm near Namao where her passion for gardening was cultivated and she learned to cook great food with whatever was available. She married Lee Anholt in 1956. They were a military...

Ronald W. Lazzarotto

It is with extreme sadness the family announces the sudden passing of Ron "Lazzy" Lazzarotto at the Foothills Medical Center in Calgary at the age of 72. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 50 years, Marie Lazzarotto, Daughters Brenda, Lisa (Robin) and Grandsons Keegan and Braden Bushulak. Sister Linda (Ron), Lionel (Heather), Ritchie (Sandi) as well as many...