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Local Obituaries for Canmore, AB, Southern Alberta, & Surrounding Areas
Douglas A. Proll
Jun 4, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Douglas (Doug) Proll. He leaves behind his loving partner and best friend of over 30 years, Sylviane, his children, Josh (Lily), Sarah (Jason), Nathan (Kyley), Randi (Sam), his three grandchildren, his siblings, Phyllis, Ken (Marlene), Betty, and his many nieces and nephews. His passing leaves an immeasurable void in...
Marleen Heidenreich
May 28, 2026
Marleen Heidenreich, born on April 27, 1942, in Koblenz, Germany, passed away on May 28, 2026, in Cochrane, Alberta.
Marleen was born to Marga and Karl in Germany. She was also sister to Werner and Ria, both of whom have since passed away. Despite the loss of her immediate family members, and the distance between them, Marleen did her best to...
Bernice Walthall
May 25, 2026
Bernice Walthall, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, departed her earthly life on May 25th, 2026 in Canmore, Alberta (AB) after a brief but fierce battle with Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD). She is survived by her loving husband (Richard (Tex) Walthall), her 2 sons (Jason and Christopher Fraser), and her three brothers and sister (Richard, Bryon, and Kevin Opfergelt, and Donna...
Donald James Pestell
May 16, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Donald James Pestell.
Don is lovingly remembered by his wife, Hanna (Kirkham); his children, Craig and Jennifer (Whelan); and his grandchildren, Thomas, Nadia (Romeo), Jessica Hoo, and Madeleine Whelan; great grandchildren Zoey Hoo and Joshua James Hoo.
He was predeceased by his father, James; his mother, Rita (McCullan); and his sister,...
Zack Daniel Zawada
May 11, 2026
Our gentle beautiful boy was taken from us tragically, and our family is experiencing devastating heartbreak and unimaginable pain from this sudden loss.
Zack was born on August 10,2001 and was deeply loved by his parents Pat and Rudy along with his loving protective brothers, Quinn (Arianne) and Bryce (Laure), Paul and Sharon Hatfield, his maternal grandparents, Peter and Sandra Hagias;...
Marilyn Mattson
May 8, 2026
On May 8, 2026 Marilyn Mattson passed away peacefully and surrounded with love, after a brief illness with aggressive ALS. Marilyn chose to die with dignity, electing for Medical Assistance in Dying, with her family by her side.
Marilyn lived in the Bow Valley for almost 50 years, the majority of those years in Canmore, with her late husband Russell Mattson...
Tevis Marie Staniszewski (nee MacLean)
Apr 30, 2026
“Mama Tevi” as she was affectionately known, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family on April 30, 2026. She was the treasured daughter of Daniel Duncan “Hid” MacLean and Mary Roy Grant MacLean of North Sydney, Cape Breton. She will always be cherished and deeply missed by her son Kurt Bagnell, his spouse Heather Imrie and her grandchildren Breagh and...
Marilyn Joyce Najm
Apr 27, 2026
Marilyn Najm, beloved mother, business owner, and a long-time Banff resident, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026.
She was born on December 31, 1943, to Grace and Jerry Widgill, and is survived by her sons, Clovis (spouse Maria) and Alex (spouse Sarah), her grandchildren Emil, Elyse and Cassie, Rio and her sister Reita, brother Lynn and extended family.
She has been...
Kristine Maye Reid
Apr 18, 2026
Mother, Nana, Auntie and a friend to many.
It is with sad hearts that our family announces that on April 18, 2026, peacefully with loved ones by her side, Kristine received her angel wings. We are eternally grateful that her friends Pat and Ken Brice, and Vicki Lawlor were steadfast in Kristines’ journey helping her find her way and caring for...
Viola Evelyn Belcourt
Apr 8, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Viola Evelyn Belcourt, age 90, on April 8, 2026.
Viola was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend whose life was marked by strength, compassion, and unwavering dedication to those she loved. Her presence brought comfort, and her wisdom guided generations.
She leaves behind a family who will forever honour her memory...
John MacAulay
Mar 28, 2026
John MacAulay passed away peacefully in Banff on March 28, 2026.
He was born on July 25, 1954, in Banff to Karin (née Wallensteen) and Jack MacAulay. John had an adventurous spirit, and even as he settled into a quiet life over more recent years, the mischievous twinkle in his eyes and his contagious laugh were ever-present. His nephews and nieces...
John Donald McKnight
Mar 23, 2026
It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of John McKnight.
John is lovingly remembered by his wife, Judy McKnight; his sister, Donna McKnight; his brother, Richard Leahy (Judy); his nieces, Christina Racette (Jim), Karen Brand (Tim), and Tracy Kubista; his great-nephews, Hayden, Will, Thomas, and Nicholas; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins who loved...
Raymond Clifford Ware
Mar 22, 2026
My Dad was happiest when climbing things - from the North Face of Mount Robson to the trees in our backyard. He loved solving a good problem.
He made up his own rules in life. Everything he did, he did with care and quality.
Born in Exeter (UK) during the war, Ray was raised by his mother who did everything to put...
Lee Sheldon LaCarte
Mar 22, 2026
Lee LaCarte passed away on March 22, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was cared for with great compassion by the staff at Canmore General Hospital, and the family is deeply grateful.
Born and raised in Englehart, Ontario, Lee built his successful business, Lee’s Coach Tours, over many years before moving west with his devoted wife Faye...
Glynn Linnard
Mar 17, 2026
Born and raised in Toronto, Glynn earned a Bachelor of Mathematics and Teaching Degree from the University of Waterloo. A cross-Canada trip in 1974 led him to the Rockies. He discovered the Rocky Mountains, met Evanne, and fell in love with both. They married on May 8, 1976, and built a life together in the Bow Valley. Living in the...
Ludwig "Lud" Paul Cvik
Mar 3, 2026
It is with deep sadness that I’m sharing the news that my dad, Ludwig “Lud” Paul Cvik passed away on March 3, 2026, in Invermere, BC, just one month after his 88th birthday. Even though Alzheimer’s Disease robbed dad of the last years of his life, he still recognized me and knew who I was at the end and for...
Dennis MacDonald Ogle
Feb 27, 2026
Dennis MacDonald Ogle, born on May 5, 1941, in Parry Sound, Ontario, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026, in Canmore, Alberta with beloved family members by his side.
Dennis’s early passion for Music & Technology set the stage for his successful careers in Radio, Television Production & Sales & Marketing! In retirement his positive spirit led him to embrace his...
Hannah Bryden Ballantyne (nee Blackwood) McGleish
Feb 25, 2026
It is with deep love and gratitude that we announce the passing of our beloved Mom Hannah just a few weeks shy of her 99th birthday.
Hannah is survived by her daughters Elizabeth Lambert, Ann McGleish (Larry), Linda Stock (Vince) and Roseline McGleish (Damien). Also Survived by her Grandchildren, Christopher Lambert (Tanya), Cj Lambert (Shannon), James Lambert (Sarah), Kenny Elliott, Scott...
Audrey Petrie
Feb 12, 2026
Audrey was a true Southern Alberta girl. Born and raised in Calgary, she moved to the Bow Valley in 1950 with her husband Al. Many years were spent in Seebe under the beauty of Mount Yamunaska before their move to Canmore, where the Three Sisters became their mountain backdrop.
Mom was an extremely proud member of the Southern Alberta Pioneers and...
Jenny Brattland (nee Buvik)
Jan 27, 2026
We said goodbye to our beloved 99 year old Mom and Grandma on January 27, 2026 in Banff. It is the end of an era for our family and we will miss her very much.
Jenny was born November 18th, 1926 at Utskarpen, Norway, the youngest of three children. She grew up in a small fishing and farming community on a...
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