OBITUARIES

Nov 25, 2024

Barbara May Smyth passed away peacefully on November 25th, 2024 at St Martha’s Place in Banff. Born in Calgary on March 8th, 1929, Barbara came to Banff in 1953 to marry Bill Smyth. She and Bill owned the Texaco station in Lake Louise in the late 1950s and in 1959 purchased the lodge at Moraine Lake. Barbara served as co-manager,...

Nov 17, 2024

Evangelos (Van) Chiftis passed away peacefully on November 17, 2024 at the age of 97 years having led a full life. Van was born in Fteri Greece, on July 20, 1927 and immigrated to Canada settling in Banff in the early 1950’s. In Banff, he met and married Niki Bicas where they raised a family of two daughters.

He is survived...

Nov 15, 2024

Florence passed away peacefully in Canmore, Alberta. She is survived by sister-in-law Lorraine Gray, nieces Terry Thomson, Char Bernard, Trish Tomlin, Kathy Emberly, Sara Germain, and nephews Rick Gray and Sean Germain. She is also survived by her greatly adored great and great great nieces and nephews. Florence was born in Calgary, Alberta. She grew up in Winnipeg attending local...

Nov 14, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Kevin Oscar Hall, who died peacefully at the age of 82. Born in River Hebert, Nova Scotia, he later relocated to Ontario and spent the last 40 years of his life in Burlington, Ontario.

 Kevin was predeceased by his beloved wife, Mary J. Hall; his mother, Greta Hall; father, Thomas...

Nov 8, 2024

Denis Edouard Tresidder, passed away peacefully on November 8,2024, in Canmore, Alberta. Born on September 24, 1943, in Greenfield Park, Quebec, Denis was a man who cherished every moment, imbuing his life with a vibrancy that resonated deeply with those around him.

Throughout his life, Denis was known not only for his professional achievements but also for his unwavering love for...

Nov 5, 2024

Karsten Heuer will be remembered for making the most of what turned out to be a shortened life. He died peacefully, in his backyard writing shack in Canmore, at the age of 56 with MAiD (Medical Assistance in Death) after contracting Multiple System Atrophy, a rare and poorly understood neurological disease.

Karsten was born and raised in Calgary, where his recently...

Oct 30, 2024

Sonia Mary Thaczuk, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend, passed away peacefully on October30, 2024, in Canmore, Alberta, at the age of 77. Born on December 8, 1946, in Roblin, Manitoba, Sonia lived a life rich with dedication to her family, her faith, and her community.

Sonia is survived by her loving husband Lawrence Thaczuk, her son Gregory Thaczuk and daughter-in-law...

Oct 28, 2024

It is with heavy hearts, we announce he death of our beloved Mother, and longtime Banff resident,

She soars

And lifts me with her,

I feel no gravity or earthly burden,

Above the winds of time,

Beyond the arrows of life’s pain,

I see you now reaching for me.

On Lucent wing,

and lightest touch

She will be deeply missed and loved forever

Our family would like to extend a...

Oct 24, 2024

Frank Adamek, born on May 15, 1938, of Ukrainian parents in Toronto, Ontario, passed away in his sleep at home on October 24 2024, in Canmore, Alberta. He leaves behind a legacy of dedication, curiosity, and adventure that touched the lives of those who knew him. 

A professional, Frank had a notable career in engineering, focused on nuclear power. He was...

Oct 8, 2024

Elizabeth Helen Child, fondly known as Betty, passed away peacefully on October 8 2024, in Calgary, Alberta, at the age of 74. Born on July 22, 1950, in Banff, Alberta, she lived and worked most of her life in the Bow Valley until her retirement when she moved to Okotoks to be closer to her family. Betty’s life was characterized...

Oct 5, 2024

Eva was born and raised west of Nanton, AB. Eva was the eldest of 4 children, she is survived by her children; George, Christine and Krista; three granddaughters Kayla (Johnny), Katrina (James) and Roxanne (Brandon) and five great grandchildren; Kayden, Ashton, Cohen, Meliah and Vaughn. As well as numerous nieces and nephews.

After she finished school she went to work cooking...

Sep 29, 2024

We are saddened to announce the passing of Milan, on Sunday, September 29, 2024, at the age of 92 years.

Milan passed peacefully, surrounded by family, in Banff, Alberta.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Josephine Svetek (nee: INTIHAR); daughter Wanda Svetek Pollock; son-in-law, Graham Pollock; granddaughter, Tess Pollock, all residing in Banff. Son, Edward Svetek; daughter-in-law, Lesley Seager;...

Sep 28, 2024

Patricia Rose Smith passed away peacefully on September 28 after a short illness at the age of 91. Pat’s life was filled with much love, and genuine affection. She was proud and loving mom to Susan who will miss her dearly; stepmom to Colin (Dorrit), Kathy (Andy), Marjory (Vern), Doreen (d.2023) (Harvey). Pat was proud to be called Grandma Pat...

Sep 19, 2024

Rose McConville (nee Koflik) passed away peacefully at St. Martha’s Place in Banff, Alberta at the age of 95 years. She is survived and much loved by her sister Ruby Koflik, brother Russell Koflik; children Jane Malton, Marilyn Beddow, Carol Jamison, Linda Schultz (Jerry) and John McConville ( Kate); grandchildren Jennifer, Sean ,Melissa, Warren, Kevin, Ashley, Eric, Ian, Bran and...

Sep 4, 2024

Long time Canmore resident and beloved brother, brother-in-law, uncle and good friend Frederick David Thompson passed away peacefully at the Wetaskiwin hospital long term care facility.

Fred was born in St. Stephens, New Brunswick, the sixth of nine children born to parents Harry and Hilda Thompson. Fred is survived by his sisters in-law and numerous nieces and...

Aug 29, 2024

John Norman Ewanek, 80, of Canmore, AB, passed away as the result of heart complications

John was born to John and Annie Ewanek in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

He graduated from Gordon Bell High School and went on to complete

a master's degree in Soil Science from the University of Manitoba.

He had...

Aug 24, 2024

Jean Anne Sampson (nee Lewis) passed away peacefully at the age of 90 years. Born, in Canmore, Alberta, Jean was the youngest child of Evan and Jean Lewis. She grew up in a large and loving family with

8 brothers and 2 sisters.

At a young age, Jean met the love of her life, James...

Jun 26, 2024

Pamela Madsen (Jackson) beloved mother, wife, grammy, and friend passed away at age 64 on the evening of June 26, 2024, after a heroic battle with cancer. Pam is survived by her husband Tony Madsen, daughters Riley James and Lisa Thomson, step daughters Lauren Evans (Will) and Chelsea Madsen, grandson Luke Evans, sister Joan Adams (Keith) and many nieces,...

Jun 20, 2024

In loving memory of Kurt Dwight McMahon, a gentle and considerate soul, peacefully passed away on June 20, 2024. His fearless spirit, humble presence, boundless knowledge and dry, witty charm endeared him to all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Kurt's adventurous nature led him to explore the world with an insatiable curiosity, always seeking out new challenges...

May 6, 2024

David Andrew Wilson passed away peacefully at his home in Calgary at the age of 61 years. Born in Saskatoon to Andy and Sophie Wilson, Dave was raised in Saskatoon where he met his beloved wife, Cheryl. In 1988, they moved to Banff, and later to Canmore in 1992, where they lovingly raised their children, Amy and Johnathan.