OBITUARIES

Jan 19, 2023

Professor Emeritus JoAnna Dutka died in Canmore, Alberta. Born in Canmore, the daughter of the late Joseph Anton and Agata Anna (Juskiw) Dutka, she was predeceased by her sister, Mary Nan,

and is survived by her nephew, Benjamin Conover and her

brother-in-law Derek Metcalf.

While growing up and completing her high school education...

Jan 12, 2023

On January 12, 2023 an amazing man passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary, Alberta. We lost William 'Bill' Young, Country Bill, Uncle Bill (to more than just family), Captain of the Young Adventure Club, curator of fun times, lover of Disney, Mr. Bean, and John Candy films, he was an ice...

Dec 14, 2022

Beloved dad and grandad, E. John S. Lewis passed away at the Rockyview Hospital in Calgary at the age of 92 years. John was predeceased by the love of his life Joan in 2016, and he missed her terribly after she died. He is lovingly remembered and survived by his daughter Joni-Lynn (Peter) Talbot, his grandson Lewis Talbot, his...

Dec 5, 2022

We are sad to announce Carolyn Heather Lerette passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of December 5, 2022 in Banff,

at the age of 75 after a short battle with cancer.

Born in Sackville and raised in Dorchester, NB. Carolyn was predeceased by her parents Elsie (Sears) & Leslie Lerette and both her...

Nov 19, 2022

Dr. Ralph Allison Hunt was born in Toronto, Ontario and died peacefully in Canmore, Alberta. He passed away at the age of ninety-seven, surrounded with love and admiration.

Dr. Hunt's long life was characterized by hard work, numerous achievements and love of family.

Ralph's early years were defined by hard work and service. He was...

Nov 12, 2022

It is with profound sadness that the family of Harold Donovan Carr announce his peaceful passing on November 12, 2022, at the age of

81 years. Harold passed away in hospital with his three children

by his side for his final days.

Harold will be remembered by his children: Sherri (Dee), Gordon (Lauren),...

Nov 10, 2022

It is with great sadness we announce the death of Roy Goulet,

of Banff, formerly of Montreal. Roy was predeceased by his parents

Roy Sr. (1998) and Rachel (2020). He is survived by his wife Rebecca, his daughters Jennifer (Manousos), Kelly (Mark), Jasmine (Mack) and his son Stephane, as well as brothers Gerry (Anne) and...

Nov 5, 2022

TSUTOMU HOSHINO, age 76, died of cancer at Banff Mineral Springs Hospital on Saturday, November 5, 2022.

Tom was born in Nikko, Japan, where he developed his lifelong love for winter sports and the outdoors. After completing his LLB at Nihon University, he worked as a ski instructor for several years. In 1972, he applied to an...

Oct 27, 2022

Long time Bow Valley Resident, Pat passed in the early hours of October 27th. Pat is survived by his loving wife Rose, cherished daughter Pemry and her partner Andrew of Calgary/Morley, much loved sister Sue (Mike) Adams of Lethbridge and treasured dog Katie.

Born in Toronto, Ontario Pat spent his formative years in Regina and Waskesiu, Saskatchewan....

Oct 25, 2022

Tuesday, October 25, 2022 Eric passed on peacefully in Banff, Alberta.

Eric's life was one that always reflected love, kindliness and accomplishment. He developed a love for popular culture from an early age, especially jazz and swing music, and film. He pursued these interests into a long career in media, most notably with the CBC and the...

Oct 16, 2022

Marion Amy Rogers (nee Atwell) of Calgary and Canmore, Alberta, died Sunday, October 16, 2022, with her entire family by her side, either in person or in spirit.

Marion was predeceased by her husband, J. Victor (Vic) Rogers; her parents, Amy and Kenneth Atwell of Montreal, QC and London, ON; her brother Gordon Atwell (and sister-in-law Carol)...

Oct 14, 2022

On September 4th, a nearly cloudless day on the last long weekend of summer, Christopher Francis Hoskins (MB. ChB, FRCSC) set out with some family members to conquer 'Big Sister' mountain in Canmore, Alberta. The iconic peak presides over the Bow Valley; it was his favorite climb.

On the descent, while tackling a particularly difficult section, he...

Oct 10, 2022

Jennifer Ann Carson Turner passed away peacefully in Canmore, Alberta on October 10, 2022. Jennie's long courageous battle with Lewy Body Dementia ended in a beautiful place on a perfect Thanksgiving day, with her beloved family all gathered to give thanks for her wisdom, guidance and love – granddaughters Cassidy, Berkeley, Anna, and Norah; grandson Carson; daughter Andrea and...

Sep 25, 2022

Edward Streliaf was 87 years old when he passed away in the early afternoon of Sunday, September 25, 2022 at Foothills Hospital in Calgary.

In the last hour of his life, he listened to his favorite song. When the music stopped, he stopped breathing and died peacefully, with his friends beside him. What a way to say...

Sep 24, 2022

Graham William Layland, dearly beloved husband, father, granddad, brother and uncle passed away peacefully at the Canmore Hospital with his wife, Donna, by his side. Graham was born 5 August, 1950 in Quinton, Birmingham, England to Ronald and Ada Layland. He and his older brother, Wilfred, both attended Quinton Church of England School. Graham completed his schooling at Halesowen...

Sep 23, 2022

Sharon Robinson Lemecha passed away surrounded by the love of her family in Canmore. Sharon was well known for her unwavering love, support and caring ways. Her ability to make everyone feel special was truly a gift. Her compassion and levels of empathy for those around her made it so easy for all to love her! Sharon will be...

Sep 21, 2022

Blake Cameron McLaughlin was taken tragically from his loving family, parents Bryan & Connie, sister Karlea & husband Gasper, Jared & Breanna nephew & niece. He also leaves behind his faithful dogter, Isa, as he fondly referred to her. At an early age, he started taking things apart & putting them back together. For instance, the time he took...

Sep 18, 2022

James Edward Lees passed away in the early morning hours of September 18, 2022 in Canmore. He had fought so hard to stay as long as he could. He wanted to live and keep living even when his body was being challenged more and more by cancer.

Jim was a very proud man and it was difficult...

Sep 18, 2022

It is with deep sorrow that we share the passing of Leopold (Leo) Karl Berchtold, with his dearly beloved wife, Marion, by his side.

Born in Zurich, Switzerland, he completed his schooling, college and army service in Switzerland. As a young man he, along with a friend came to Canada, working in Ottawa. He was a ski...

Sep 11, 2022

Olga passed away peacefully on the morning of September 11, 2022

at the age of 95 at St. Martha's in the Banff Mineral Springs Hospital.

Olga was born in Redwater, Alberta and came to Banff in 1956 for a summer job, and like many, never left. Olga began working at the Quaker Coffee Shop for...