CYRUS (RUSS) RALPH BECHTEL was born in Lethbridge, AB  27  January 1936 and passed away 12 October, 2017  at the Raymond Hospital, Raymond, AB, at the age of 81 years.

He is suvived by a sister, Jackie Greeno as well as a daughter, Kimberly Magill and many truly dear friends whom he considered to be family.

He spent his earlier days in Travers, Wilson Siding and High River.. He worked in Ranching around  the Pincher Creek area for several years.

For many years he was a Trucker which he thoroughly enjoyed and a had a clean driving record.

Russ had a quick wit, was a great story teller and was admired by all.

He developed  many friends at the Good Samaritans, Ridge View Lodge and Raymond Hospital. He was fiercely loyal to those he called friends. He will be greatly missed by all. The family would like to extend a very sincere thank-you to all of the dedicated and compassionate staff who helped with Russ.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday 28 October

at 9:30 am at the Ridgeview Lodge, Raymond , AB

227 East 100 South Raymond AB