OBITUARIES

Leona Jeffers

Jul 12, 2023

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother Leona Mae Jeffers (née Holtzmann). Mom passed away peacefully in Canmore General Hospital, Sunday July 12, at the age of 93.

She is the much loved mother to her son Gary Jeffers of Canmore, and her daughter Judy Hanson (John) of Saskatoon. She is...

Dianne Kelly

Jul 8, 2023

It's with great sadness we say goodbye to Dianne Marie Kelly. Dianne passed in the arms of her Cope at Golden Eagle View in Canmore on Friday evening July 8th. Dianne leaves her husband Don Copeland,

her son Troy Barnes and his wife Michelle and granddaughter Micha, brother Lane Kelly, sisters-in-law Leona Kelly and Lynda Rajkumar, mother-in-law...

Ambrose Chodan

Jul 7, 2023

After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Ambrose Chodan of Banff passed away with his loving wife Sherry by his side.

Ambrose was born to Jean & Mike Chodan in Edmonton. His love of the great outdoors, Rocky Mountain pursuits and opportunities brought him to Banff in his early 20's and he began his life-long career...

Kevin Crawford

Jun 27, 2023

Kevin James Crawford is survived by: His Mom Donna (Kevin) Heath, Dad Bryan (Gemma) Crawford, sisters Hazel and Rachel Rivera, his children Savannah (20), Sierra (18), Summer (16) and Jasper (13) as well as numerous cousins, aunts, uncles, friends and many people who loved him. Kevin is also predeceased by his daughter Justina and brother Lane. Kevin was born...

Darryl Zimmer

Jun 1, 2023

Humble. Kind. Patient. Loyal.

Darryl Todd Zimmer passed away peacefully on the evening

of June 1st, in the loving arms of his wife Kari.

Darryl is best known as a long-time Banff local, CIBC Commercial Banking Manager and father.

Darryl was proud to volunteer on the Whyte Museum Board of Directors...

David Begg

May 31, 2023

A long-time resident of Canmore, David Richard Campbell Begg passed suddenly on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at the age of 68. He lived an outstanding life rich in curiosity, commitment, friendship and adventure.

David grew up in New Zealand with his four younger siblings.

At 16, he discovered mountaineering and quickly became a skilled climber,...

Joy Schellenberg

May 27, 2023

The Schellenberg family is sad to announce the passing of Joy Evelyn Schellenberg in Canmore after a 10 year battle with cancer. Joy was born in North Vancouver, B.C and grew up in a loving home alongside her two sisters, two brothers and parents, Oliver and Phyllis Holmes. Joy was a caring mother to Marni, Kenneth, Zoe and Benjamin...

William (Bill) Mcclintock

May 27, 2023

It is with sadness at his passing and joy in the celebration of his life that we announce the death of our father Bill, at age 91, on May 27, 2023. Bill passed away peacefully, knowing the love of his family and friends, at St. Martha's Place, Mineral Springs Hospital in Banff, Alberta.

Bill is survived by...

Peter A. Guthrie

May 20, 2023

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Peter Albert Guthrie on Friday May 20 at the age of 73 years at his mountain home in Canmore where he has resided for the past 18 years.

He will be greatly missed by his three sons; Robert, Peter, and James; his 5 grandchildren, Caleb, Olivia,...

Chris Planche

May 14, 2023

It is with deep regret and profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Christopher Eric Planche of Canmore, AB at a youthful

70 years of age.

He passed peacefully early Saturday morning, May 14 at the Canmore Hospital after a fierce battle with lung cancer helped along by Covid.

Chris was born...

Tabs Talbot

May 12, 2023

"bits and bobs"

Tabs ("Malcolm" only to his mother, "Mulc" to his immediate family, "Mal" to his associates and "Tabs" to his friends) Talbot passed away on May 12 after a ferocious multi-year battle with colon cancer. Diana Knaak and her daughter Arran Wallace were by his side in the Canmore General Hospital. Supported by so many of his...

Herb Macaulay

May 9, 2023

Herb MacAulay, loving father, cherished son, and doting brother, passed away at the Mineral Springs Hospital in Banff on May 9

following a brief illness.

Herb was born in Banff on August 22, 1947, to Karin

(née Wallensteen) and Jack MacAulay. He was proud

to be a third generation Banffite, prouder...

Karl Wahl

May 5, 2023

Karl Norman Wahl passed away peacefully in Canmore, Alberta in his sleep after a long illness due to a "trapped lung" at the age of 87.

Karl was born in Peoria, Illinois on May 22, 1935, to Mary M. and Karl G. Wahl. He grew up with a sister, Joan, and a brother, Robert. He spent his...

Jim Strauss

Apr 25, 2023

It is with great sadness to inform family, friends, and the community that Canmore local James William (Jim) Strauss (best known as Stoosh) passed away suddenly on April 25th 2023 in Cochrane AB at the age of 66 while getting ready to do what he loved for the last three decades, driving truck for Two Feathers Contracting.

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Bonar Hunter

Apr 25, 2023

Bonar Lloyd Hunter passed on in the early morning of April 25, 2023 after a long battle with cancer. His family was at his side throughout

this ordeal.

He was predeceased by his parents Tom ( 1993 ) and Bettie (2005 )

and is survived by his son Sean, and his brother David....

Michele Lamberti

Apr 24, 2023

Michele Lamberti passed away on Friday April 24th at Foothills hospital in Calgary, AB, at the age of 59.

Michele is survived by her loving husband Richard; sister Denise

and niece Wynonah of Saskatoon, SK; brother in law Bob, niece

Davis and nephew Austin of Banff, AB; aunt Margaret of Toronto, ON.

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Darel Spencer Mccauley

Apr 21, 2023

With sadness, we announce the passing of our friend, Darel "Coach" McCauley. Darel passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early hours of April 21, 2023, at Banff Mineral Springs Hospital.

Son of Clarence and Angela McCauley. Brother to Janice,

Rodney, and Faith.

Darel moved to Lake Louise from Deep River, Ontario...

Tom Scott

Apr 16, 2023

The Scott family regret to share the passing of Thomas Albert Scott,

82, at the Canmore General Hospital.

Tom fought a brave battle against lung cancer but thankfully

passed on April 16th holding the hand of his bride of 58 years, Katie.

He is survived by two sons, two daughters-in-law, one...

Ken Blackwood

Apr 15, 2023

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Ken Blackwood, one day after his 89th birthday.

Ken was an independent renaissance man. He was a world traveller, musician, folk dancer, teacher, environmentalist, citizen scientist, photographer, climber, skier, four season bike rider, fencer, carpenter, baker, frequent library patron, and cat enthusiast. He volunteered with many organizations...

Gail Iverson

Apr 8, 2023

Gail Iverson, 76, of Banff Alberta, passed away peacefully on

April 8th, 2023. She was born April 29, 1946, to George and Hazel Litterick, and is survived by her partner Barry Kelly, her sons Brent (Brianna) and Jeff (Kristine), and her beloved grandchildren Kennedy, Jersey, Brooklyn and Cooper.

Born in Edmonton, Gail grew up between...