All Obituaries

It is with profound sadness that the family of Thomas Van Hout announce his passing on May 29, 2023 at the age of 68 years old.  Tom (Dad, Grandpa, Opa) will be forever missed by his loving, caring wife of 40 years, Bev, and their children, Howard Duperron (Ronnie), Bob Duperron, Allen Van Hout (Rhyan), Tracey Polak (Dave), Bonnie Van Hout (Travis), all of his grandchildren: Angie Duperron, Amanda Duperron, Ben Duperron, Reillee Duperron, Jaden Polak, Alicin Polak, Luke Arthur, Aven...

Wes was born March 28, 1956 to Steve and Mary Rusnak. Sadly, Wes lost his long battle with cancer on May 25, 2023 with his loving companion Debbie Doole by his side. All of Debbie’s family welcomed Wes into their hearts and will miss him. He was immediately part of the family and the kids will miss Grandpa Wes. Since Wes’s retirement, he divided his time between his fight for health, working on old cars, spending time with Debbie,  volunteering, The Athabasca Cruisers Car...

On May 23, 2023, Jean Kucher of Athabasca passed away at the age of 86 years with her family by her side after a brief battle with cancer.  Jean is survived by her loving husband of 67 years, Nick; four daughters and one son; two sisters; one brother; fourteen grandchildren; and eighteen great-grandchildren.  She is predeceased by her two brothers and one sister.  Friends may pay their respects on Monday, May 29th, 2023 from 6pm-8pm at the Athabasca Community...

Donalda was born in Kelvington, Saskatchewan to Edwin and Susan Messenger on April 7,1939. She attended Treherne Center country school until grade eight. Her High School was taken by correspondence with help from a teacher at East Treherne school which was the district that George had lived in. As a young lady at home she was quiet and thoughtful, looking after anyone needing help. She met George at a skating party and also attended dances where George played guitar in the band. In 1958...

It is with broken hearts that the family of Dean Runcer announce his passing after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Dean's dedication and love for his family came first, above all else. Dean was a friend to all. His casual laid back ways attracted friends and family who shared his adventurous spirit and immense love of the outdoors. Dean leaves behind his loving wife Deidre, children Ryan, Sydney and Carsen, parents Ron and Karen, in-laws Lorne and Susan,...

It is with profound sadness that the family of Michael Morrill announce his passing on May 22, 2023 at the age of 37 years. Michael will be forever remembered by his children: Adalynn and Dawson, and their mother: Chantal; mother: Diane; grandma: Hazel; uncles: Dwayne (Peggy) and Melina Morrill, Trevor (April) and Quinn Morrill; his brother: Andrew and his children Braxton, Leland, Jazlynn; step-sister: Laurie and her daughter: Katie; father: Paul Markley; uncles: Dave, Pat, Jimmy, Bob;...

On May 20th, 2023, Yvonne Swanson of Athabasca passed away the age of 83 years.  She joins her husband, Dale Herbert Swanson.  She was predeceased by her older siblings, Donald L’Hirondelle and Patricia Musgrove. She will be dearly missed by her 4 children Cindy Jones (Daryl), Annette Swanson (Robert), Stacy Swanson (Velvet), Jody Swanson (Marc) and 6 grandchildren: Matthew (Molly), Daniel (Tanya), Brett, Zoey, Mia & Maxim. Yvonne Shirley L’Hirondelle was born in...

It is with great sadness we announce the death of Richard “Rick” Powell of Athabasca at the age of 73. Rick passed peacefully at the Athabasca Health Centre surrounded by family. He is survived by his wife of 50 years Colleen, and children David (Tracy) and Megan (Chris). Rick is predeceased by his parents Vick and Dorothy, and younger brother Ken.  Rick was born on June 9th, 1949 in Toronto, and spent his formative years in Brantford, Ontario. He earned first his...

Vera is survived by her husband of 46 years Greg, and her two sons: Barry (Janelle) and Blaine (Leanne); grandchildren: Jesse, Jayne, Joshua, Bailey, Rylan and Braxton; her brother, Mike (Deb) Chrusch; her sister, Joan (Henrey) Carriere; sister-in-laws: Joan Chrusch, Cindy (Bruce) Bilsky and Heather (Steve) Wallach; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Vera was predeceased by her parents: Bill and Ella Chrusch, and Harry and Vi Burritt; siblings: Raymond and Mark Chrusch;...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alvin Jones on May 18th 2023 at the age of 87.     Alvin passed away peacefully at his home with his family at his side.    He is survived by his children Carol-Lee Thorne (Stephen) and Tim Jones (Vicki),  his cherished grandchildren Sterling and Silver, numerous nieces and nephews and his beloved animals.    He was predeceased by his wife of 55 years...