Obituaries
Jean Surgenor
Oct 24, 2024
Jean Surgenor (nee Fleming), a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, passed away peacefully in Drayton Valley Hospital on October 24, 2024. Born on July 11, 1943, in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, Jean was known for her kind-hearted nature and her warm spirit that touched the lives of many.
Jean was not only a devoted mother to her two children, Janet (Wes Medwed)...
James William Lawton
Oct 23, 2024
James William Lawton, fondly know as Bill, a cherished member of the Hattonford community, passed away peacefully on October 23 2024, in Edmonton at the age of 84. Born on April 7, 1940, in Hattonford, James lived a life filled with personal accomplishments and deep familial love.
Throughout his career, Bill was a dedicated school trustee, a tireless community volunteer and...
Tom Martin
Oct 22, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Thomas Albert Martin on October 22nd, 2024, at Drayton Valley Hospital. Born on April 27, 1960, in High River, Alberta, Tom was a beloved husband to his devoted wife, Patsy Martin, and a cherished father to his children, Stacy (TJ) and Jason Martin. Tom will be fondly remembered by his brother...
Guy Clayton Collins
Oct 21, 2024
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Guy Collins of Drayton Valley, Alberta. He passed away peacefully on October 21st at Drayton Valley Hospital at the age of 71 from organ failure.
Guy was born in Bonnyville, Alberta, to parents Clayton and Mabel Collins. He spent his early years farming with his family in...
Genevieve Taylan Barkley
Oct 11, 2024
Genevieve Taylan Barkley, born on August 26, 1971, in Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines, peacefully passed away surrounded by family and friends at Drayton Valley Hospital on October 11, 2024. She was a devoted wife, mother, sister, and friend who touched lives of many through her compassionate care and unwavering dedication.
Genevieve embarked on a fulfilling career as a school nurse in the...
Marilyn Bustin
Oct 10, 2024
Marilyn Bustin, a beloved soul who cherished the simple joys of life, suddenly passed away on October 10, 2024. Marilyn found delight in the spirit of Christmas, spending hours engrossed in word searches, cheering on her favorite team, the Oilers, and creating beautiful crocheted pieces that warmed the hearts of those close to her.
In her lifetime, Marilyn touched the lives...
Erhard Norbert Berger
Oct 2, 2024
Erhard Norbert Berger, a devoted family man and music enthusiast, passed away on October 2, 2024, at the Drayton Valley Hospital & Care Centre, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on June 2, 1951, in Bergen, Germany, Erhard made a lasting impact on those who knew him through his dedication to both his career and his family.
After marrying Karen, the...
Emil Rudolph Pipke
Oct 2, 2024
Emil Rudolph Pipke, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2024, in Drayton Valley. Born on October 4, 1933, in Stony Plain, Emil lived a life that was rich in love, faith, and dedication to family.
A man of many talents, Emil spent a number of years in the oilfield; however, it was in farming...
Eric G Anderson
Sep 12, 2024
Eric Gunnar Anderson was born September 8,1940 to Gudrun (Bergstrand) Anderson & David T. Anderson in the Royal Victoria Hospital in Montreal. He passed away on September 12, 2024 at the age of 84 in the Drayton Valley Hospital.
Eric had four siblings, Bertil (deceased), Lillian of Beaconsfield, Quebec, Stanley (deceased) & Edgar of Beaconsfield, Quebec.
Sisters Joan and Jeanni McBride joined...
Doug Holmgren
Sep 6, 2024
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Norman Douglas (Doug) Holmgren on September 6, 2024 at the age of 77. Doug passed peacefully in the Drayton Valley Hospital surrounded by his family and close friends.
Doug will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 55 years; Marjorie; son Glenn and his wife Suzie; son Dean; grandchildren...
Minerva Amy Shute
Sep 6, 2024
Minerva Amy Shute, a cherished housewife, mother, and grandmother passed away on September 6, 2024. She was born on June 22, 1928, in Lunenburg County, Nova Scotia. Minerva’s life was marked by her unwavering love for her family and her remarkable ability to connect with those around her.
Throughout her life, Minerva dedicated herself to nurturing her five children: Janet (Terry)...
James Yeo
Sep 3, 2024
James Wyman Yeo, affectionately known as Jim, was born November 6, 1951 in Biggar, Saskatchewan. He passed away on September 3, 2024, at the Drayton Valley Hospital, leaving a legacy of love and cherished memories.
Jim's life was by his devotion to family. He is survived by his loving wife, Donna and four beloved children: Robert (Sarah), Riki Black (Grant), Alex...
Sarah Anne Anderson
Aug 30, 2024
Sarah Anderson (Blood)
Sarah passed away peacefully on August 30, 2024, surrounded by family after an almost two-year battle with cancer. Sarah was born in Cardiff, Wales on August 15, 1987.
She leaves behind her husband, Kyle, brother, James, her father, John and step mum Darcy.
Sarah was predeceased by her mother, Joan.
Sarah touched the lives of many people in her time including,...
Martin (Marty) Garnett
Aug 21, 2024
Martin Garnett, beloved husband, father, son, brother and papa (Grumpa), passed away peacefully in is home in Bowden, Alberta, surrounded by the ones he loved the most after a brave, arduous battle with cancer. He will be remembered for his ever-present love for his family. It would be a crime should we not mention his second favorite love, Hot Wheels.
Marty...
Jesse Allan Richert
Jul 30, 2024
It is with great sadness that the family of Jesse Richert announce his passing in Edmonton, Alberta on July 30, 2024, at the age of 34 years.
Even though God needed him more, Jesse led a short life with everlasting memories that will be cherished by all who knew him. He was very polite and funny. He passed away peacefully. Jesse...
Jim Howorko
Jul 10, 2024
James (Jim) Michael Howorko 81 years of age earned his angel wings on July 10, 2024, after a long and brave battle with cancer and heart disease. Peter and Annie Howorko were proud Ukrainian parents of Jim, born August 27th 1942, in Mannville, Alberta.
Jim built his life by working hard, over 30 years full time delivery driver and livestock farmer,...
Ken Powell
Jul 10, 2024
With a warm smile and a tilted hat, Ken was the quintessential cowboy with an unparalleled knowledge of horses and cattle. Those that knew Ken considered him among the elite of horsemen and he was well respected among his peers in the cowboy community.
Ken grew up in Turner Valley, AB - God’s Country - along the cowboy trail. Like a...
Valerie Klein
Jul 3, 2024
Valerie Klein, born on September 24, 1939, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on July 3, 2024, at the Drayton Valley Health Care Centre. Valerie's life will be celebrated and honored during a Mass at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Drayton Valley on July 12, 2024, starting at 1:00 PM. The service will be a moment of...
William (Bill) Androschuk
Jun 28, 2024
William (Bill) Androschuk of Tomahawk, AB passed away on June 28, 2024, at the age of 75.
Born June 11, 1949, in the family's original farmhouse, Bill spent his 75 years close to home. Working, farming, and raising his family in the Tomahawk area, he was well known in the community and surrounding area.
Bill had a successful career as a Power...
John Hilstad
Jun 5, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Hilstad, an accomplished carpenter who touched the lives of many. John was born on November 13, 1928, on the farm in Shell Lake, Sask. His quiet demeanor was accompanied by a profound sense of integrity, grace, strength of character, humility, kindness, and compassion. He was a man of...
