All Obituaries

John Edward McConnell June 9, 1970 – November 10, 2019 Mr. John Edward McConnell of Athabasca passed away suddenly in Wabasca, Alberta on Sunday, November 10, 2019, at the age of 49 years. Johnny leaves to mourn his loving wife Shera, his sons; Quentin and Colton, his parents; John and Margie, brother Marvin (Dorothy), parents-in-law; Lyle and Cindy Martens, brothers-in-law Scott (Kim) Martens and James Martens, as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and...

Thomas Shears February 4, 1935 – November 10, 2019 Mr. Thomas Shears of Whispering Hills, beloved husband of Mrs. Bonnie Shears, passed away at home peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, November 10, 2019, at the age of 84 years. Thomas will be dearly missed by his wife Bonnie Shears, his children; Donna (William) Gallinger, Tommy (Lisa) Shears, Byron (Daun) Shears and Kim (Bob) Bailey, step-children; Fraser (Debbie) Tilley and Beverley (James) Corbett, grandchildren;...

Fred William Lachance 1927-2019 Mr. Fred Lachance of Athabasca, passed away peacefully at the Athabasca Healthcare Center  on Monday, October 28, 2019, at the age of 92 years. As per Fred's request, no formal service will be held. 

Amy Louise Adams 1984-2019 Mrs. Amy Adams of Whitefish Lake, beloved partner of Mr. Mark Gladue, passed away suddenly on Saturday, October 26, 2019, at the age of 34 years.  Amy will be dearly missed by her partner Mark, father Nelson Pruden, children; Jasmin Nahachick and Jacob Nahachick, mother-in-law Merina Whitehead, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and extended family.  Amy was predeceased by her mother Corinna Stockman, brother Joseph Adams,...

Pearl Ella Smith 1938-2019 Mrs. Pearl Ella Smith of Athabasca, passed away peacefully at the Athabasca Extendicare  on Friday, October 25, 2019, at the age of 81 years. As per Pearls's request, no formal service will be held. 

Kirk Martin 1958-2019 On the morning of October 22, Kirk Martin passed away peacefully surrounded by family in the Athabasca Hospital. Kirk will be lovingly remembered by his sons Matthew and Kyle as well as his grandchildren Avery and Linden and all of his family and friends. The family extends their gratitude to the staff at the Cross Cancer Institute and the Barrhead, Athabasca and Royal Alex Hospitals for the compassionate and remarkable care that Kirk received. In lieu of flowers,...

Katie Kuzyk July 4, 1922  – October 17, 2019 Katie Kuzyk (née Bahry) of Athabasca, Alberta, passed away on October 17th at the age of 97, in Athabasca.  Katie was born at the family homestead on July 4, 1922, and lived her entire life in the Lincoln-Forfar district.  She was married to Peter Kuzyk on February 3, 1944 - a marriage spanning 48 years. Katie was a thoughtful, generous, hard-working individual with strong connections to her family and her...

Brenda Hanzel 1952-2019 Mrs. Brenda Ann Hanzel of Colinton, beloved wife of Mr. Leo Hanzel passed away suddenly at home on Thursday, October 10, 2019, at the age of 66 years. Brenda leaves behind to mourn her loving husband Leo Hanzel, daughter Heather (Richard) Berube, sons; Neil (Amy) Hanzel and Warren (Trisha) Hanzel, grandchildren; Katrina, Melissa & Justin Berube, Jerrid & Juliana Hanzel, Brooklyn & Tori Hanzel, as well as numerous brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and...

Marie Proulx 1945-2019 Mrs. Marie Proulx of Breynat, beloved wife of Mr. Philip Proulx passed away suddenly on Tuesday, October 8, 2019, at the age of 74 years. Marie is survived by her loving husband of 54 years Philip, her daughters; Carmen and Carol, grandsons; Chris, Jullian, Rene, Adam and Jamie, granddaughters; Eva and Emilee, brothers and sisters; Paul Emile (Laurette), Theresa, Rita, Joseph, Madeline (Stan), Pauline, Madgella, Real (Georgette), sister-in-law Dianne, as well as...

Ed Patry 1948-2019 Mr. Edward Patry of Athabasca, beloved husband of Mrs. Sue Patry, passed away October 3rd, 2019 surrounded by his family. Edward leaves to mourn his passing his loving wife of 49 years Sue.  His beloved daughters Michelle (Andy) Irvine, Carmen (Darcy) Bucholtz, Colette Boehlke and Denise Kryvenchuk.  His fabulous grandchildren Colin and Sean Irvine, Shawn and Casey Bucholtz, Kassidy and Alesha Kryvenchuk, Megan, Cole and Mandi Boehlke. He is survived by his...