Obituaries
Dayton John James Hale
Jul 21, 2023
Dayton Hale, a beloved electrician who had a deep passion for his work, passed away on July 21, 2023, at his home in Drayton Valley. He was born on July 5, 1994, and was taken from us far too soon.Dayton's career as an electrician was not just a job to him; it was his true calling. He approached every project...
James Joseph Kerschbaum
Jul 14, 2023
James Kerschbaum, beloved husband of Elizabeth Kerschbaum, passed away on Friday, July 14th, 2023 at the age of 62.Along with his loving wife of 32 years, James leaves behind his boys, Chandler(Jessica), Bradley, and Adrian; his girls, Amanda, Emma, and Diana; his grandchildren, Isaac, Gemma, Thomas, Allison, and Charlie; his mother Barb; his sister, Rita (Ron), and brother, Wayne. He...
Cristel Dusterhoft
Jun 17, 2023
With a deep sense of sorrow and loss, the family announces the passing of Cristel Dusterhoft on June 17, 2023, at the age of 93 years.
Cristel was born in Rocky Rapids, Alberta on December 18, 1929, and remained in the community her entire life.
She will be lovingly remembered by her children; Linda (Robin) Passmore, Gerald...
David Bruce Cropley
Jun 6, 2023
It is with profound sadness that the family of David Bruce Cropley, long time resident of Lindale, announce his sudden passing on June 6, 2023.
David was an accomplished carpenter and an avid Oiler’s fan that would never miss a game. He enjoyed the simple life and had a strong appreciation for nature, but his family and friends were...
Yvette Marcia Dzus
Jun 2, 2023
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our mother Yvette Marcia Dzus. She passed away one day short of her 87th birthday on June 2, 2023 at the Breton Continuing Care Centre.
Left to mourn are her three children, Karla Helewell, Rebbeca Hindson (Ron), and Tim Hindson (Arlene); and one grandson, Ty Hindson. She is also...
Janet Carol Moroz
May 27, 2023
It is with immense sadness that the family of Janet Moroz announce her passing at the Drayton Valley Hospital and Care Centre on May 27, 2023, at the age of 84 years.
Janet is survived by her sons; David and Dean (Corey) Sheeler; step-children, Daryl, Dianne, Wendy, Bonnie, Colleen, and Sandy; grandchildren, Mikayla and Cale (Mackenzie) Sheeler, great-grandson; Cooper Sheeler;...
Mike Bush
May 17, 2023
It is with heart wrenching pain and profound sadness we announce the passing of Michael Bush at the young age of 45 years . Michael, Mike or even Bush as he became to be known by, was born in Drayton Valley Alberta on December 11, 1977, to Myrnitta and Bernie. They brought their little bundle of joy home to meet...
Larry Neil Westlund
Apr 30, 2023
Larry Neil Westlund passed away suddenly on Sunday, April 30, 2023, at the Drayton Valley Hospital and Care Centre.Larry was a loving husband for 39 years to Marj (Pebbles) and devoted father to Lisa, Marci (Lord) and Sarah. He will be missed by his grandchildren; Nick, Ava, and Carter and siblings, Greg, Rita, Nancy Gagne, Shirley (Doug), Roland (Shirley) and...
Mary Rose Pearson
Mar 21, 2023
With a deep sense of sorrow and loss, the family announces the passing of Mary Rose Pearson on March 21, 2023, at the age of 82 years.
Mary was born in Calgary, Alberta on November 10,1940. Growing up in Calgary, Mary participated with the family-owned Shetland pony herd and riding stable. Working with the ponies and the riders is...
Donna Patricia James
Feb 19, 2023
Donna James, 87, passed away on February 19, 2023, at the Drayton Valley Hospital and Care Center. Donna was a loving mother and wife and a dedicated volunteer for many years at long term care. She was an avid Oilers fan and loved to garden. Her specialty was growing exceptional tomatoes and her greenhouse was a nice place to...
Anita Marie Baird
Feb 12, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we must announce the passing of our dear mother, Anita Baird.
Known to many in Drayton Valley as “Mum” or “Ma” or “Grandma”; Anita died as she lived: quietly and with dignity on Sunday, February 12, 2023, in the Drayton Valley Hospital at the age of 88 years.
Anita left behind two sons; Dale...
Glennice Eileen Franklin
Feb 4, 2023
After a short illness, Glennice passed away February 4, 2023, at the Drayton Valley Hospital with her daughter by her side.
Glennice was born in Camrose and raised on a farm in Kingman, AB. In 1964, she married and settled in Antler Lake where she raised her two children. She worked at the Bank of Montreal for many years and...
Everett Henry Patterson Miller
Feb 3, 2023
We are saddened to announce that Everett Miller, passed away on February 3, 2023, at the age of 90 years. Everett was a long term resident of Alder Flats and loved to play crib. He taught all his children and grandchildren to play and was still winning in his last days. He spent most of his life working in the lumber...
Orville Robert Hertlein
Jan 31, 2023
It is with profound sadness that the family of Orville Hertlein, announce his passing on January 31, 2023 in the Drayton Valley Hospital and Care Centre, surrounded by his loving family.
Orville was born in August 7, 1945 in Esterhazy, Sask.. He enjoyed the simple life, and his family and friends meant everything to him.
He is...
Jerry Allen Barton
Jan 5, 2023
It is with great sadness that the family of Jerry Barton announces his passing at the Drayton Valley Hospital and Care Centre on January 5, 2023, at the age of 80 years.
Jerry is survived by his loving wife, Sally, and their children, Vicki Barton, Michael (Pam) Barton, and Kim (Henry) Kiemele; grandchildren, Davis and Riley Barton, Ava and Ella...
Jeremy Daniel Darou
Dec 12, 2022
Jeremy Daniel Darou
October 14, 1980 – December 12, 2022
We are heartbroken to announce the sudden passing of Jeremy Darou on December 12, 2022, at the age of 42.
Jeremy spent most of his time working in the oilfield, however whenever he had free time he cherished being with his daughter, Kaitlyn. She was his world and he loved...
Randy Swap
Dec 8, 2022
Randall James Swap
November 23, 1959 – December 8, 2022
It is with broken hearts the family of Randy Swap announce his tragic passing on Thursday, December 8, 2022, at the age of 63 years.
Randy leaves to mourn his loss and cherish his memory, his wife Joanne, two daughters; Bonnie Edwards and her children, Logan, Salara and...
Doris Arlene Lang
Nov 4, 2022
After a lengthy illness, Doris departed from her loving family on November 4, 2022
Doris was mother to Cheryl, Kari and Grant. She raised her children with love and devotion in the Moon Lake area along side her adoring husband, Ed.
She is survived by her husband, Edward Lang, Children, Cheryl (Trevor) Fedorus, Kari (Aaron) Fiveland, Grant (Deanna) Lang, Grandchildren,...
Eugenia Jean Ditner
Sep 15, 2022
It is with saddened hearts that the family of Eugenia Jean (Bura) Ditner announce her passing on Thursday, September 15th, 2022, at the age of 90 years old. Jean, as she was affectionately known, was born to Pioter and Akilina (Semeniuk) Bura May 9th, 1932, in Zosin, Poland, the fourth of six children: Olga, Nikolaj (Nick), Nadzisja (Nancy), Maria (Mary),...
