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Joan "Robin" Harvie
Mar 18, 2026
With sadness, but with gratitude for a long life well lived, our family announces the passing of our mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Robin Harvie, at 93 years of age. She was born in Calgary at the Holy Cross hospital to parents, David and Jean Williams, and was an only child. She attended schools in Calgary and then went to the...
Jamie Judith Templeton
Mar 12, 2026
Jamie Judith Templeton, resident of Cochrane passed away at Foothills General Hospital in Calgary on March 12, 2026, aged 43. Jamie was born in Blairmore, Alberta on November 24, 1982, the second child of Scott and Judith Templeton (nee Reaume).
As a child growing up in Fort St. John, she enjoyed camping, fishing, horseback riding, highland dance, and other sports. She...
Patricia Lynn Buckler
Mar 6, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Patricia Buckler on March 6, 2026. She was the one who kept everyone connected, always reaching out, checking in, making people feel remembered and loved. Her warmth and kindness made her a bright spot in so many lives. She will be deeply missed by so many but especially by...
Merna Lee Kupin
Mar 4, 2026
Merna was an amazing mother and home keeper – the ANCHOR of her family.
Merna grew up in both Lethbridge and Vermilion, AB. When she was young, Merna wanted to be a dancer and was a cheerleader at school sporting events. As she grew older, while taking a secretary course and working a couple of odd jobs, her main aspiration was...
Paige Maria Pickering
Mar 2, 2026
It is with shattered hearts that the family of Paige Pickering shares the devastating news of her passing. Paige was born on March 11, 1995, in Milton, Ontario, and moved with her family to Cochrane, Alberta, in 2007.
A proud graduate of Cochrane High School, Paige was a five-time Honour Roll student who excelled both academically and athletically, especially as a...
Karen Dawn Karall
Feb 27, 2026
It is with profound sadness and immeasurable love that we announce the peaceful passing of Karen Dawn Karall, who passed away at home in Cochrane, Alberta on Friday, February 27, 2026.
Born in Oakville, Ontario, Karen carried both the entrepreneurial spirit of her roots and the expansive presence of the mountains she came to call home. She was predeceased by her...
Shelagh Lindsay
Feb 22, 2026
Shelagh Lindsay passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 22, 2026, after a long and courageous journey with Alzheimer’s disease, surrounded by her family, with her favorite music by Loreena McKennitt playing softly in the background. Shelagh is survived by her beloved husband, Lyle Caldwell; her children, Sean Caldwell and Bree Caldwell, Bree’s husband, Jacob Wood; and her cherished grandchildren, Greyson...
Stephen William Zibresky
Feb 15, 2026
Stephen William Zibresky passed unexpectedly but peacefully on February 15th, 2026. He was surrounded by the love of his two daughters and multiple caregivers, along with extended family and friends who were of great support to him.
Steve was born in rural Roblin, Manitoba on September 3rd, 1936. He grew up in a sod house on a farm without running water....
Elmer Andrew Jespersen
2026
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Elmer Andrew Jespersen, who departed this life peacefully, after a brief illness, at the age of 88, on February 13, 2026.
Elmer was born on December 4, 1937 to Roland and Elfrieda Jespersen in Onoway, Alberta.
Elmer worked in Oil & Gas, in the Fox Creek, AB area his entire career. He...
Michelle Lee Walker
Feb 8, 2026
Michelle Lee Walker, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away suddenly in Cochrane, Alberta, on February 8, 2026. Born on Christmas Day in Fort St. John B.C. Michelle spent her life seeking knowledge and sharing it with others.
As a dedicated teacher at both Captain Nichola Goddard School and Arbour Lake School, Michelle didn't just instruct; she advocated for...
Clarence and Marie Guenter
Feb 7, 2026
Clarence (1938) and Marie (née Hoeppner, 1937), “crossed the bar” together on February 7 2026 in Cochrane, AB with their three children, children’s partners, and grandchildren at their side. Both came from families that struggled for survival in rural Manitoba. They met at age 15 and enjoyed more than 66 full and adventurous years of marriage. They were a constant...
Douglas Jay Weber
Feb 6, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Douglas (Doug) Jay Weber on February 6, 2026, at the Arthur Child Cancer Center at the age of 62. Born and raised in Calgary, he settled in Cochrane in 2020 after living out of province for 10 years.
He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Diana; his daughter,...
Vera Margaret Turner
Feb 2, 2026
Vera Margaret Turner, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, auntie, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026, in Calgary, Alberta, with her loving family by her side. Born on July 3, 1936, in Cold Lake, Alberta, Vera led a life full of warmth, kindness, and passion.
Vera dedicated many years to her thriving men's hairstyling salon, where she became a...
Janet Caroline Wig
Jan 30, 2026
Janet Caroline Wig (formerly McPherson), age 74, of Cochrane, Alberta, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026 surrounded by all of her beloved children at Chinook Hospice in Calgary.
Born on June 2, 1951, in Calgary, Alberta, to Art and Bertha McPherson, Janet grew up with a passion for nature and animals that would define much of her life. She built...
Douglas Roy Rayburn
Jan 29, 2026
Douglas Roy Rayburn, affectionately known as Doug, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026, in Calgary, Alberta, after a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family. Born on October 20, 1958, in Calgary, Doug was a long-time resident of Cochrane, Alberta. He will be remembered for his unwavering kindness and selflessness, always placing the needs of others before his own.
Doug...
Malcolm Hugh Strong
Jan 22, 2026
Malcolm Hugh Strong passed away surrounded by love, leaving behind a family who meant everything to him and a lifetime of stories that will be told with smile and laughter for years to come.
Malcolm is lovingly survived by his wife, Gillian; his daughter Heidi; and his stepchildren Hailey, Kimberley, Meaghan, Alex, and Luc, along with their families. He was a...
John Michael Bossuyt
Jan 9, 2026
In the afternoon of January 9, 2026, John Michael Bossuyt passed peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, surrounded by loved ones.
John will be lovingly remembered by his devoted wife of 57 years, Beverley, and by all who were blessed to know him. As a husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, John’s love, affirmation, and quiet...
Claudia Larysa Gardner (Ukrainetz)
Jan 1, 2026
Claudia Larysa Gardner (Ukrainetz), of Cochrane, Alberta, passed away on January 1, 2026, at the age of 84 years.
Claudia is survived by her beloved husband of 66 years, Walter Gardner; her children, Brenda Bennett (Brian), Norman Gardner (Yumiko), Chris Gardner (Lynette), and Ramona Casault (Murray); her grandchildren, Dustin, Brandon, Canon, Yuzuki, Koran, Megan, Marina, Dawson, Cassidy, and Peyton; and her...
Donald "Don" Bruce McKnight
Dec 22, 2025
With heavy hearts the family announces the passing of Don McKnight in his 73rd year. Beloved partner of Wendy Fair, loving father to Bradley, Kate (Rob), and Andrew (Brittany). Loving Papa to Hannah, Rome and Sloane. Survived by his loving mother Catharine. Predeceased by his father Bruce (1969). Don will be missed by his siblings; brother David (Patty) and his...
David Joseph Sprlak
Dec 22, 2025
David Sprlak passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025, with his family by his side.
He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Marlene Sprlak, with whom he shared 52 years of marriage; his son, Todd Sprlak; his daughter, Nichole Wiese-Hansen (Conor); and his cherished grandchildren, Ryan and Ella.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the nurses of Unit...
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