All Obituaries

David Leslie Andrew of Pincher Creek, beloved husband of Pearl, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2020 at the age of 84 years.                 Besides his loving wife Pearl, David Andrew is survived by his children: Bill (Karen) Andrew, Sharon (Ron) Meleshko and Kevin (Kathy) Andrew; as well as his grandchildren: Jana, Lauren, Amanda and Taylor. David was predeceased by his first wife, Marlene, and a beautiful...

Shirley Cisar   November 22, 1953 – July 23, 2020   It is with great sadness, that we announce the passing of Shirley Cisar, at the age of 66 years. Shirley was born in Calgary and raised in Pincher Creek. She loved her little house and looking after her roses.  Jigsaw puzzles were her favorite past time and she was a wiz at Word Find puzzle books. Shirley attended the Chinook Bible Church and enjoyed going on the annual outings with the ladies of the...

Josephine Feragotti of Sparwood, B.C., beloved wife of the late Joseph Feragotti, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2020 at the age of 92 years. Josephine is survived by her son Brian Feragotti; son in law Blaine Holtz; daughter in law Cheryl Feragotti; 11 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren and several great great grandchildren. She is predeceased by her daughters Cheryl Carr, Cindy Holtz and son in law Bill Carr. A private family service will be held.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Roland Conrad Cote in Pincher Creek, AB, on July 9, 2020.  He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.  His family was a great source of pride and joy.  He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mary, and their five children, Jeannette Wilson (Lee), Raymond Cote (Beatrix), Colette Jones (Steve), Denis Cote (Loretta) Jocelyn Nelson (Cory), sixteen grandchildren and six...

Mr. Jimmy Good Rider ‘Matoomsaakaasi First Holy Root’ passed away on June 29, 2020 at the age of 63 years. A Wake is to be held on Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. at Jimmy’s residence in Piikani Nation. A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at Jimmy’s residence.

Alan Wannop, beloved husband of Barb Wannop, passed away on July 7, 2020 at the age of 77 years. At Alan's request no service will be held.    

Thelma McRae of Pincher Creek, beloved wife of the late Bruce McRae, passed away at the Good Samaritan Vista Village, at the age of 87 years. Thelma was born in Sangudo, Alberta, on December 30, 1932. She was the first of 3 children born to John and Viva Grandgenet. On September 4, 1953 she married Bruce McRae of Camrose, Alberta, and later moved to the family farm in Pincher Creek, Alberta, where they raised their 3 sons. At a young age Thelma made a choice to serve the Lord which was an...

Christopher John Hoare passed away peacefully on June 30, 2020, at the age of 81 years. Chris was known as a prolific author and an all-around good guy. He will be sadly missed by his wife of almost 50 years, Shirley and his friends at Whispering Winds. There will be a Memorial Service held at Whispering Winds at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke, 119 14 St NW #100, Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6, in memory of Chris.  

Mrs. Inge Ludewig of Pincher Creek, beloved wife of the late Mr. Walter Ludewig, passed away at home on Monday, June 29, 2020, at the age of 90 years. She was born on April 18, 1930, at Zielona, Vellinia province Ease Poland, then moved to Central Posen, went to middle school in 1945 and they moved to Settmars Hausen (north Germany). Inge became a seamstress, she met Walter and they married on June 1, 1952. Their family immigrated to Pincher Creek and worked on Beet farms. They then moved...

Ralph Rhea, long time resident of Fort Macleod passed away in the Pincher Creek Health Centre on Saturday, June 27, 2020 at the age of 96 years. He was predeceased by his wife Beatrice in 2018 after being married to her for 71 years. He is survived by his son Martin Rhea (Lora) of Grand Forks BC, his daughter Dianne Campbell of Calgary and his daughter Charlynn Rhea (Beth) of Toronto, Ontario. His children, as well as his five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren will miss him...