OBITUARIES
Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Canmore, AB, Southern Alberta, & Surrounding Areas
Judy Mackintosh
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...
Mary Smith
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...
Edna Ellene Gregorish
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)...
Grant Thomas Granger
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...
Leona Jeffers
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...
Dianne Kelly
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...
Ambrose Chodan
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...
Kevin Crawford
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...
Darryl Zimmer
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...
David Begg
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,...
Joy Schellenberg
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...
William (Bill) Mcclintock
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...

Peter A. Guthrie
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,...
Chris Planche
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...
Tabs Talbot
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...
Herb Macaulay
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...
Karl Wahl
May 5, 2023
Karl Norman Wahl passed away peacefully in Canmore, Alberta in his sleep after a long illness due to a "trapped lung" at the age of 87.
Karl was born in Peoria, Illinois on May 22, 1935, to Mary M. and Karl G. Wahl. He grew up with a sister, Joan, and a brother, Robert. He spent his...
Jim Strauss
Apr 25, 2023
It is with great sadness to inform family, friends, and the community that Canmore local James William (Jim) Strauss (best known as Stoosh) passed away suddenly on April 25th 2023 in Cochrane AB at the age of 66 while getting ready to do what he loved for the last three decades, driving truck for Two Feathers Contracting.
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Bonar Hunter
Apr 25, 2023
Bonar Lloyd Hunter passed on in the early morning of April 25, 2023 after a long battle with cancer. His family was at his side throughout
this ordeal.
He was predeceased by his parents Tom ( 1993 ) and Bettie (2005 )
and is survived by his son Sean, and his brother David....
Michele Lamberti
Apr 24, 2023
Michele Lamberti passed away on Friday April 24th at Foothills hospital in Calgary, AB, at the age of 59.
Michele is survived by her loving husband Richard; sister Denise
and niece Wynonah of Saskatoon, SK; brother in law Bob, niece
Davis and nephew Austin of Banff, AB; aunt Margaret of Toronto, ON.
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