All Obituaries

Shirley was born on March 20, 1929 to Warren and Mabel Kemp in Olds, Alberta the third daughter of four girls, sisters Marion, Joy and Gwen.   Shirley cherished being a:  Sister, Friend, Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother (affectionately referred to as GG by all). One of Shirley’s many attributes was her abililty to be a great hostess, social convener and organizer.  She made the best cinnamon buns, peach pie, horseshoe shaped birthday cakes. As one of...

Dan Edward Rollier, of Hill Spring, Alberta, passed away on September 6th of 2023, at the age of 75, following a short battle with cancer. Dan was predeceased by his parents, Silven and Velma and brother Cecil. Dan touched many people’s lives.  He will be dearly missed by his wife of 54 years, Bev (nee Rose), his children Gary (Chantal), Danielle (Mike), Michael (Audrey), 12 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, and his furry shadow, Meeka. Dan was born in Kamloops, BC; the...

Thomas (Tom) Edward Ellis, born on June 23, 1942, in England, peacefully passed away on September 10, 2023, at St. Michael’s Health Centre in Lethbridge, Alberta, after a short and courageous battle with cancer. He enjoyed a remarkable, six-decade-long career in the transportation industry, where he earned recognition as a skilled driver, efficient logistics coordinator, and accomplished commodities broker in Calgary and Lethbridge. Tom retired from this industry and moved to Pincher...

Passed peacefully away surrounded by his loving family, Jerome “Romie” Hearn on August 22, 2023 at Claresholm General Hospital in Claresholm, Alberta, at the age of 71 years. Jerome is survived by his loving children David, Pamela, Wayne (Vicki), as well as 13 grandchildren: Matthew, David, Devon, Joshua, Tanisha(Rio), Megan (Eddie), Cole, Shaylynne, Mackenzie( Doug), Madison, Kylie, Tyson and Daxton. Also left with loving memories are brothers Patrick(Leona), John and sister...

Ernest(Ernie) Herbert Sexton of Milk River crossed over to glory May 18th, 2023 in the Milk River Care Facility with family at his side He was one of seven sons of the late Harold & Agnes(Hebb) Sexton of Windsor, Hants County, Nova Scotia. Born in Halifax Nov 14th 1930, he went to school and lived in Windsor till he moved to Alberta. After many trips back and forth with brothers Jim and Henry, he landed a year round job farming in the Warner area, where he met his wife, Zola Gibson...

It is with sadness that the family of Peter announce his peaceful passing together with his daughters and their mother at Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge, Alberta on July 10th, 2023 at the age of 63. Peter leaves behind his two daughters Cecelia and Valerie (Jonathan), as well as his son Donny (Jordana) and his two brothers Christopher and Michael. He will be missed by his grandchildren Mackenzie, Charley, Sofia, Alexander, Jacob, William and Eva. Peter was predeceased by his...

Barry Allan Cyre, beloved son of Betty and Jim Orich passed away in Lethbridge, on Sunday July 2, 2023, at the age of 53 years. Barry is survived by his son Barry Kacher and wife Mary, brothers Joe Cyre and Michael Shand. He was predeceased by his dad, David Culler, grandparents Joe and Jenny Cyre. A Celebration of life will be held at a later date.

 “Cal” Chester Michael Bodnar passed away peacefully in Lethbridge on Monday, June 12, 2023 at the age of 65 years after a long battle with cancer and kidney failure. Cal was born on March 13, 1958 in Lethbridge Alberta. He was the 2nd of 5 children to George & Arlie Bodnar, who raised their family on the farm in Turin AB. Cal remained in Turin were he raised his own family. Cal enjoyed the farm, his horses and pets. He was proud of his grandchildren/great-grandchildren...

It is with broken hearts we announce the passing of Alex (Nathan) Smith.  On June 12 2023, Alex lost his battle with mental health. Alex is survived by his beloved wife Samantha, his children Kalysta, Amelia, Rowan, and Gideon.  He is also survived by his loving parents Lynn and Roy Smith. Alex had a passion for mechanics and woodworking, He was a kind creative soul who never hesitated to make his loved ones laugh or help those in need, he was a loving father and husband and...

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our son Rod who is now at peace after his 12 year battle with Multiple Sclerosis - and as Rod would say "it is what it is". Rod is survived by his parents, Marilyn and Steve Gillies, sister Tobi (Myles Kasun); aunts, uncles, cousins and special friend Kim Schmold. Rod pursued his dream to become a golf professional. He had a love for fine clothes and later worked at McGuire's Mens Wear. Rod was an accomplished curler and drummer....