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Local Obituaries for Cochrane, AB, Southern Alberta, & Surrounding Areas
Agnes Skjolingstad
Nov 20, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Agnes Skjoingstad on November 20, 2025, in Cochrane, Alberta. Agnes left this world peacefully, surrounded by love, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, strength, and unwavering devotion to her family.
Agnes was known for her warm smile—one that seemed to light up every room she entered. Whether she was greeting...
Lilly Pearl Rinker
Nov 17, 2025
Lilly Pearl Rinker (nee Wendt) passed away peacefully on November 17th, 2025 at the Bow View Manor in Calgary at the age of 93.
She was born on September 27th, 1932, in Hilda Alberta, to parents Arthur and Lydia Wendt, the 4th of eight children. The Wendt family farmed in the Social Plains (Bindloss) area. and it was very close to...
Alexander Shaw Cathcart
Nov 13, 2025
With loving remembrance of a remarkable life, we announce the passing of Alexander (Alex) Shaw Cathcart on Thursday, November 13, 2025, in Calgary, Alberta. He left us peacefully, surrounded by love, after a long and full life marked by curiosity, loyalty, and quiet strength.
Born on June 11, 1934, in Paisley, Scotland, Alex cherished his Scottish roots throughout his life. The...
Richard Barrie Benedictson
2025
Richard Benedictson, 85 years old, passed away on November 5 at the Bethany Care Centre in Cochrane after a long battle with Parkinson Disease.
Richard was born in Manitoba in 1940 and later moved to Calgary. He was a Credit Manager for ATCO Energy for 35 years. Upon his retirement he took up his hobby of Cowboy history and collecting amassing...
Robert Allan Leibham
Oct 27, 2025
Born and raised in Alberta, a son of the prairies and the mountain winds, he was a man who met every hardship with grit, humor, and an unbreakable will. He was a man who valued honesty, hard work, and the small joys that make life meaningful. For over a decade, he worked in house painting alongside his father, transforming spaces...
Edward H. Kott
Oct 17, 2025
We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Edward H. Kott, at the age of 89 years.
Apart from working most of his life in sales for Gilbey-Palliser Distillers, he also served on the Board of Directors at Calgary Co-op for many years.
Ed will be most fondly remembered for his intelligence, his sense of humour and his sense of style, and...
Margaret Isabel Buckley
Oct 14, 2025
Margaret Isabel Buckley passed away peacefully at home on October 14, 2025. Margaret was pre-deceased by her husband Harvey, and is survived by children John and Tracy Buckley, Bruce and Trish Buckley, Carolyn and Dwayne Walker, grandchildren Trevor and Sandra Buckley, Eric and Robyn Buckley, Jessica Walker and Raymond Pai, Ryan Walker, Alex Buckley, Mollie Buckley, great grandchildren Finn Buckley,...
Gordon Youck
Sep 30, 2025
Gordon Youck, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025, at the Canmore Hospital in Alberta. He was born on April 21, 1934, in Strasbourg, Saskatchewan, where he spent his formative years and laid the foundation for a remarkable life.
Gordon’s illustrious career began after completing his education at the Alberta Institute of...
Shirley Anne Thomas
Sep 25, 2025
With deep love, we celebrate the life of Shirley Anne Thomas (née Wearmouth), who passed away peacefully on September 25, 2025, at the age of 90.
Shirley grew up on a dairy farm on Lochend Road. Her parents, Tom and Annie Wearmouth, were homesteaders in the Glendale area, and Shirley was the youngest of seven children.
Shirley’s early education required riding a...
Jacqueline "Jackie" Maria Saby
Sep 24, 2025
Jacqueline Maria Saby, affectionately known as Jackie, left this world on September 24, 2025, at her home in Calgary, Alberta. Born on November 4, 1959, in the welcoming city of Sarnia, Ontario, Jackie's vibrant spirit and unwavering kindness touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Throughout her life, Jackie embraced many different positions in financial services,...
Robert Daniel Seidler
Sep 23, 2025
Robert Daniel Seidler, born on November 2, 1946, in Fairview, Alberta, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025, in Calgary, Alberta. He was a beloved figure, known for his dedication to both his career and family.
Robert had a diverse and fulfilling career that included farming, working in the oilfield, and owning a hotel. His professional endeavors were marked by a...
Christine Elizabeth Bauer
Sep 22, 2025
Christine Elizabeth Bauer, born on May 13, 1953, in Drumheller, Alberta, passed away peacefully in the arms of Jesus on September 22, 2025, in Cochrane, Alberta.
Christine devoted her career to educating young minds as an elementary school teacher, serving communities in Cereal, Botha, and Breton, Alberta. Her commitment to nurturing and championing the children in her care inspired countless students...
Anita Maline Kimball
Sep 20, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Anita Maline Erickson Kimball at the Chinook Hospice, Calgary, Alberta on September 20, 2025.
Anita is survived by her husband James (Jim) Kimball, daughter Heather Kimball-Paul (Darwin), grandchildren Halle and Hudson, son Steven Kimball, brother Terry Erickson (Denise), brother-in-law Joel Gajadharsingh and sister-in-law Sandra Erickson. She was predeceased by her...
John 'Jack' Booth Duncan
Sep 4, 2025
John Booth Duncan, born on August 7, 1938, in Calgary, Alberta, passed away in Calgary on September 4, 2025, at the age of 87 years. A devoted family man and a respected member of his community, John lived a life marked by love, service, and dedication.
John joined the Canadian Air Force at a very young age, stationed at Rockcliffe (Ottawa),...
Donna Marion Airth (Powlesland)
Aug 26, 2025
Donna Airth, beloved wife of Ian Airth, passed away peacefully Tuesday August 26, 2025, at the age of 73 with her family by her side. Donna put up the fight of her life after being diagnosed with Cancer & COPD nearly three years ago. She beat all the odds and was able to be at home in comfort during this...
Phyllis Irene Kennedy (nee Henderson)
Aug 25, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family of Phyllis Irene Kennedy (nee Henderson) announce her sudden passing after a brief illness on August 25, 2025 at the age of 86.
Phyllis was born at Oak Lake Island Resort to Alex and Mabel (Fuller) Henderson on November 6, 1938. She attended Sandhurst and Lansdowne schools in her formative years. She was...
Irene Doris Mary Soutar
Aug 24, 2025
Irene Soutar, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and caregiver, passed away peacefully at the age of 62 on August 24, 2025, after courageously battling cancer for four years. Born on November 12, 1962, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Irene's life was marked by her unwavering love and dedication to her family and the many children she cared for over more than four...
Llewelynn Edward Winkel
Aug 21, 2025
Llewelynn Edward Winkel, affectionately known as Llyn, was born on October 27, 1957, in Ponoka, Alberta. He peacefully passed away on August 21, 2025, in Calgary, Alberta, surrounded by his loving family.
Llyn dedicated many years to working in the glazier business, where he found immense joy in installing windows in high-rise buildings. This was not just a job for him;...
Leroy Alan Beardwood
Aug 19, 2025
Leroy Alan Beardwood, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025, in Calgary, Alberta, surrounded by his loving family. He was 82 years old. Born on December 29, 1942, in Welland, Ontario, Leroy grew up in in Fonthill, Ontario. Leroy lived a life characterized by hard work, dedication, and a deep love for his...
Geoffrey Roy Alderman
Aug 7, 2025
A Yorkshireman then a Canadian
Geoff was born 26 Oct 1931 the youngest son of Reginald Alderman and Bertha Blenkharn in Sheffield, Yorkshire, England. He had an older brother John and a younger sister Kathleen.
Blessedly Geoff died on August 7, 2025, at home after a short illness.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Lynda, his sons Ben and...
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