All Obituaries

Debra Fournier, of Fort Macleod, passed away unexpectedly on January 17, 2023. Debra was 65 years old. Our family is devastated and shocked by this loss. Debra was born on November 29th, 1957, in Lethbridge to the late Bertha English. She married John Fournier in Fort Macleod on November 30th, 1985. She is survived by her son Anthony Fournier (Carmen). Debra worked hard for most of her life. She completed high school in Fort Macleod in 1979.  By the time Debra was 25 years of age, she...

Tammy Gay Fitzpatrick, born March 23, 1970, passed away on January 19, 2023. Beloved wife of Jim Fitzpatrick of Pincher Creek, cherished mother of Easton (Genna Kunz) Fitzpatrick and Rhett Fitzpatrick. Also survived by her mother Linda Waselenak, and father Terry (Cora) Thompson, in-laws Keith and Carol Fitzpatrick, Grandmother Nina Waselenak, godfather Bill Plomp, brother Chad and Sarah Thompson (Brayson), stepbrothers and stepsisters; Krystal Thompson (Journey, Kai, Milo), Jason...

  Chief Stanley C. Grier Kiaayo Tamisoowa April 26, 1959 ~ January 20, 2023   It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Stanley C. Grier ‘Kiaayo Tamisoowa’, of Piikani Nation, while surrounded by family in Calgary, Alberta on January 20, 2023. A Wake Service was held between 3:00 P.M. until 10:00 P.M. on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at Eden’s Funeral Home, 2424 - 5th Avenue, Fort Macleod, AB. A Funeral Service was held at 1:00...

Ms. Theresa McLaren passed away in Lethbridge, Alberta, on January 25, 2023, at the age of 74 years.   We are sad to announce the unexpected passing of Terry McLaren, she will be deeply missed, and her memory will live on through her family & friends. May she rest in peace.    Forever in our hearts ❤️

It is with great sadness that the Rouleau family announce the passing of Donald David Rouleau in palliative care at the Pincher Creek Hospital, at the age of 66 years. Left to cherish Donald’s memory are siblings; Joan Brees (Hugo), Ken (Cindy Johnson), Kathy Lynk (Con) and Gerry; aunt Winona Rouleau, nephews and nieces, and cousins. Donald was born in Pincher Creek, AB to F. David and Bernice Rouleau where he resided his entire life. He worked part-time in the family newspaper business...

Wacey Eldon Joel English Spaa’paa’soahsi – Soaring Eagle December 19, 1989 – January 7, 2023   It is with profound sadness that the family of Wacey Eldon Joel English (Spaa’paa’soahsi) announce his peaceful passing at the age of 33, surrounded by his family at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital on January 7, 2023. Wacey is lovingly remembered by his father, Eldon Iron Shirt, mother Ellen English, bothers Leland (Layne) English and Carter Iron Shirt; uncles Alfred Iron...

Ronald Bruce Conrad of Pincher Creek, beloved husband of Bonnie Conrad, passed away suddenly with his family at his bedside on January 13th, 2023, at the age of 78 years.   Ron was born November 6th, 1944, in Taber to Elmer and Betty Conrad. Ron and Bonnie were married March 25th, 1967, being just short of 56 years. They moved to Pincher Creek in 1967 and started their farming life together. Ron and Bonnie have four children: Anne Marie, Brent, Robert, and Pamela. Ron played...

James (Jim) Lloyd Howlett was born on November 13, 1953 in Beaverlodge, Alberta. to Murray Lloyd Howlett and Joyce Hilda (Stelfox) Howlett, and passed away on January 6th, 2023 in Lethbridge, Alberta. Jim was raised in Lumby, BC. Always an automobile enthusiast, he naturally gravitated to being a mechanic, which became his occupation for a number of years after high school. His interest in trucks never left and for years he drove truck through both Canada and U.S. He lived in Prince Edward...

Eric Schmidt of Coaldale, passed away on January 2, 2023, at the age of 80 years after a 9-month battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife Eileen of 29 years, a brother Wayne (Jean) of Coppersands SK, and Bryan of Rosthern SK. Stepchildren Pamela Materi, Robert Materi (Angel) and Alvin Materi (Cathy). grandchildren: Amber Berscht, Madison Materi, Lucy Materi, William Materi, and great- granddaughter Jenna. After his retirement in 2006 and the move to Coaldale, he took up golfing,...

Ken grew up in Fernie BC and Southern AB, where, at an early age, he developed a love for outdoor pursuits and team sports. He met his wife of 49 years at the University of Lethbridge and after graduation they settled in Pincher Creek where he taught for 30 years. Ken was a teacher, mentor, coach, father figure and sometimes goofy older brother to many students. He was a versatile teacher with a particular love for science. Ken could be counted on to fill any teaching role, and...