All Obituaries

Eldora May Sopher of Fort Macleod beloved wife of the Charles Sopher and beloved companion of the late Frank Sato passed away peacefully on November 11, 2018 at the age of 90 Years.    Eldora is survived by her 6 children Jim (Diane), Gail (Bob), Diane, Don, Murray (Michelle), Heather (Carey), 16 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Eldora was predeceased by her infant daughter, Karen.   Eldora was born in Watrous,...

Florence Patricia Kobza (Pat), beloved wife of the late John Paul Kobza of Pincher Creek, passed away peacefully in Fort MacLeod on November 8th 2018 at the age of 93 years.   She was predeceased by her parents Pat and Monica Adams, her first husband Norman Edwin Watrin, her son Patrick Daniel Watrin and her brother Jim Adams. She is survived by her children Ron (Terry) Watrin, Monica (Mark) Burles, John (Christine) Kobza, Kelsey (Denise) Kobza, ten grandchildren and six great...

It is with great sadness that the family of Marie I. Tinordi announce her passing on Sunday October 28, 2018.   Marie will be forever held in the hearts of her son, Aaron Samson, her mother Irene and numerous close family members and relatives. At Marie’s request there will be no funeral service held however the family invites you to a Memorial Gathering between 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. on Saturday November 10, 2018 at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #46, 159 23rd St, Fort...

A life filled with great adventure came to a close with the passing of Edward Joseph Megantic Meaney, age 92 years, surrounded by his loving family, at the Pincher Creek Hospital on November 4, 2018. Born upon the tide in Canadian waters, aboard the RMS Megantic on August 7, 1926, as his Irish parents William and Bridget Meaney sailed towards a new life in Canada. His birthplace is registered as Quebec City, the ship's first Canadian port-of-call. Throughout his life, the sea played a...

Bernie Powlesland passed away at the Foothills hospital on November 5, 2018 after a long fought battle. Bernie was born November 25, 1944 and is the son of Glen and Grace Powlesland. Bernie is survived by his wife Barb of 52 years and five children: Jeff (Sue), John, Mary Jo (Darrin), Bobby Jean (Chris), Betty Ray (Aaron) and six grandchildren Harley, Blake, Macey, Tait, Cole and Teagan. Bernie is also survived by his sister Janet Watmough and family and sister Ruth (Roy).   Bernie...

In our deep sorrow we are giving notice of the passing away of our dear brother Dewey de Peuter. Born March 18, 1937 and passed away on October 21, 2018 at the age of 81 years. Dewey is survived by his son Robert, and brothers Bas (Gerrie) and Jake (Jane) as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Dewey was predeceased by his parents Jacob and Netje.   Dewey wish was to be cremated. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Friday November 2, 2018 at Eden’s Funeral Home 2424...

With great sadness we announce the passing of Melvin John Baxter on October 19, 2018 at the age of 88. Mel was born May 8, 1930 at Semans Saskatchewan, the oldest of 4 children. He spent his early days working in a garage in Semans and on seismic crews in northern Alberta prior to marrying Gwendolyn Tetz in 1960 in Calgary. In 1962 they moved to Pincher Creek where Mel worked for Gulf Canada at the Pincher Creek Gas Plant until his retirement. During Mel’s 56 years in Pincher Creek he...

Edward “Ted” Smith beloved husband of the late Pearl Smith passed away peacefully surrounded by family on October 20, 2018 at the age of 93 years.  Ted will be lovingly remembered by his daughters Carol (Mike) D’Eon and Sherry (Noel) Plourde; grandchildren David (Corrie-Anne), Danielle (Lee) Ford, Susan (Cory) Casement, Andrew (Jodi) Layton, Chris (Ashley) Layton, Josh Plourde, Jacquelyn (Brad) Cornish, Ross Plourde and Julia Plourde; great grandchildren Brooklyn...

Harmina (Schreurs) Olydam, of Lethbridge, Alberta, beloved wife of the late Jan Hendrik Olydam, passed away peacefully on October 10th, at the age of 94 years.   She was predeceased by her husband, Jan Hendrik, 2 sons, Henry and Herman, 1 granddaughter and 1 great granddaughter, her parents, 8 brothers and 1 sister.   Harmina is survived by 3 daughters, Truusje (Tom) Genesis, Shirley (Gord) Froese, Jacquie (Ivan) Wierenga and by 3 sons, Willie (Ina) Olydam, John (Gina) Olydam,...

It is with deep sadness, but also gratitude for a life well lived, that the family of Lloyd Alvin Barr announces his death on Wednesday, October 3rd, 2018 at the age of 91 years. Lloyd was an amazing man and lived a very full life.  He was a kind man who was quiet at times but that also possessed a great sense of humour.  He gave of himself to his friends, family and community and it didn’t matter if you needed a doctor or a rototiller, he was there dressed and ready,...