OBITUARIES

Aug 25, 2023

Ross Clarke, born in Claresholm, AB passed away suddenly in Canmore at the Bow River Lodge on Friday August 25, 2023.

Ross is predeceased by his parents Christopher (Ted) in 1979, and Nelda in 2010, and his brothers Gower in 2010 and Billy in 1997. Ross is survived by his brothers Jackie (Diana), and Neil (Wendy) as...

Aug 20, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Herbert Huhnold on August 20th,2023, surrounded by his family.

Herbert will be sadly missed by Ingeborg, his wife of 65 years, his children Marion (Jim), Thomas, Tania (Steve). He was OPA to seven grandchildren and Great Opa to 2 children.

Herbert very much...

Aug 19, 2023

John Alexander (Bill) Smyth, lifetime resident of Banff, passed away at Mineral Springs Hospital on Monday August 19th after a brief illness. He was born in Banff August 13th, 1930.

Bill Smyth married Barbara Clarke of Calgary on October 10th, 1953.

In 1959, after operating Temple View Texaco station in Lake Louise for four years,...

Aug 13, 2023

In her 90th year, Judith Jane Mackintosh passed away peacefully and quietly in the early morning hours of Sunday, August 13, 2023, with her son and granddaughter by her side holding her hands.

Judy had a full and fruitful life. She was born during the depression and grew up in a bungalow on Mathers Avenue in West...

Aug 6, 2023

Mary Marjory Smith, beloved wife of Robert (Bob) Smith, passed away peacefully in Canmore at the age of 91 years.

Born in Winnipeg, Mary grew up in Edgerton and Olds in Alberta. She studied Home Economics at the Olds Agricultural College, and later qualified for her teaching certificate at the Calgary Normal School. She completed her teacher...

Aug 6, 2023

Edna passed away on August 6 at the Canmore Hospital with her daughter Laurel, son Bob, and granddaughter Parise at her bedside. Her daughter-in-law Maria, grandson Ryan, granddaughter Destiny, and future son-in-law Brad were close by, supporting Edna with their thoughts and love.

Edna has lived in Canmore since 1979. She and her husband Jim (previously deceased)...

Jul 29, 2023

It is with great sadness that we share the news of Grant's sudden passing on July 29th. Special thanks to everyone who helped on the day of his passing. Grant is survived by his wife of thirty-four years, Judy Hartwell, his sister Shari (James Avery) of New Brunswick, his brother Stephen (Steve) of Ottawa, nephews Christopher (Erin) and three...

Jul 12, 2023

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother Leona Mae Jeffers (née Holtzmann). Mom passed away peacefully in Canmore General Hospital, Sunday July 12, at the age of 93.

She is the much loved mother to her son Gary Jeffers of Canmore, and her daughter Judy Hanson (John) of Saskatoon. She is...

Jul 8, 2023

It's with great sadness we say goodbye to Dianne Marie Kelly. Dianne passed in the arms of her Cope at Golden Eagle View in Canmore on Friday evening July 8th. Dianne leaves her husband Don Copeland,

her son Troy Barnes and his wife Michelle and granddaughter Micha, brother Lane Kelly, sisters-in-law Leona Kelly and Lynda Rajkumar, mother-in-law...

Jul 7, 2023

After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Ambrose Chodan of Banff passed away with his loving wife Sherry by his side.

Ambrose was born to Jean & Mike Chodan in Edmonton. His love of the great outdoors, Rocky Mountain pursuits and opportunities brought him to Banff in his early 20's and he began his life-long career...

Jun 27, 2023

Kevin James Crawford is survived by: His Mom Donna (Kevin) Heath, Dad Bryan (Gemma) Crawford, sisters Hazel and Rachel Rivera, his children Savannah (20), Sierra (18), Summer (16) and Jasper (13) as well as numerous cousins, aunts, uncles, friends and many people who loved him. Kevin is also predeceased by his daughter Justina and brother Lane. Kevin was born...

Jun 26, 2023

Donald (Don) Patruth Garen, 93 years, passed away peacefully

at home in Canmore.

Born in Chatham, Ontario, he grew up with his parents John and Elizabeth (Reid) Garen. His parents emigrated from Scotland to Canada in the early 1900's. He married Dorothy (Chapman) in 1947 and lived in Chatham, Red Deer, and Windsor until retirement....

Jun 1, 2023

Humble. Kind. Patient. Loyal.

Darryl Todd Zimmer passed away peacefully on the evening

of June 1st, in the loving arms of his wife Kari.

Darryl is best known as a long-time Banff local, CIBC Commercial Banking Manager and father.

Darryl was proud to volunteer on the Whyte Museum Board of Directors...

May 31, 2023

A long-time resident of Canmore, David Richard Campbell Begg passed suddenly on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at the age of 68. He lived an outstanding life rich in curiosity, commitment, friendship and adventure.

David grew up in New Zealand with his four younger siblings.

At 16, he discovered mountaineering and quickly became a skilled climber,...

May 27, 2023

It is with sadness at his passing and joy in the celebration of his life that we announce the death of our father Bill, at age 91, on May 27, 2023. Bill passed away peacefully, knowing the love of his family and friends, at St. Martha's Place, Mineral Springs Hospital in Banff, Alberta.

Bill is survived by...

May 27, 2023

The Schellenberg family is sad to announce the passing of Joy Evelyn Schellenberg in Canmore after a 10 year battle with cancer. Joy was born in North Vancouver, B.C and grew up in a loving home alongside her two sisters, two brothers and parents, Oliver and Phyllis Holmes. Joy was a caring mother to Marni, Kenneth, Zoe and Benjamin...

May 20, 2023

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Peter Albert Guthrie on Friday May 20 at the age of 73 years at his mountain home in Canmore where he has resided for the past 18 years.

He will be greatly missed by his three sons; Robert, Peter, and James; his 5 grandchildren, Caleb, Olivia,...

May 14, 2023

It is with deep regret and profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Christopher Eric Planche of Canmore, AB at a youthful

70 years of age.

He passed peacefully early Saturday morning, May 14 at the Canmore Hospital after a fierce battle with lung cancer helped along by Covid.

Chris was born...

May 12, 2023

"bits and bobs"

Tabs ("Malcolm" only to his mother, "Mulc" to his immediate family, "Mal" to his associates and "Tabs" to his friends) Talbot passed away on May 12 after a ferocious multi-year battle with colon cancer. Diana Knaak and her daughter Arran Wallace were by his side in the Canmore General Hospital. Supported by so many of his...

May 9, 2023

Herb MacAulay, loving father, cherished son, and doting brother, passed away at the Mineral Springs Hospital in Banff on May 9

following a brief illness.

Herb was born in Banff on August 22, 1947, to Karin

(née Wallensteen) and Jack MacAulay. He was proud

to be a third generation Banffite, prouder...