All Obituaries

Ken passed away peacefully following a stoic 23 month journey in the aftermath of a stroke. Ken started working at a young age helping his father in his trucking business and moved on to other various jobs in the community. Ken chose to become a journeyman plumber, acquired an apprenticeship, and received his classroom training at NAIT. Ken worked as a plumber for many years supervising and guiding new recruits. Over the years Ken moved into construction project management in residential...

It with sadness that the family of Alice Eherer of Athabasca announce her passing on January 21, 2023 at the age of 89 years. She is survived by her daughter, Joanne (Frank) Oberhoffner of Calgary; her sons: Gregory (Lloydene) of Athabasca and Christopher of Athabasca; 8 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; her brother Hamer (Anne) Buchanan of Islay; her sister, Shirley Durocher of Edmonton; brother-in-law Raymond (Hattie) Eherer; sister-in-law Barbara (Craig) Waters; and numerous nieces...

It is with sadness that we say goodbye to our dear mother, Anne Hewko. Anne passed away peacefully at the age of 99 years, at the Athabasca Extendicare on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, where she had resided for several years.   She was born in the Leshoore District area on April 7, 1923, to Eva and Harry Rozak. Anne grew up in the Waskatenau area before marrying Andrew Hewko and living much of her life in the Sarrail district and in the town of Boyle.  Anne is lovingly remembered...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Barry James Brant, 61, of Athabasca. On January 15, 2023, Barry passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife Ursula by his side.  Barry was born in Athabasca on September 12, 1961 to parents Ronald and Kathi Brant. Barry spent most of life as a welder. He started Barry Brant Welding in 1985 and continued to work until 2015. Barry had a great fondness for the outdoors, fishing, ski dooing, and quading, but most of all,...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mike (Melvin) Percy Joseph Cardinal. On January 12, 2023 Mike passed away peacefully in Edmonton, Alberta. Mike is survived by his daughter Marieka, son Michael (Maxine), as well as his grandchildren Aliyah, Evelynn and River. He is also survived by his stepfather Francis; his brothers Eugene (Jeanie), Gilman, Irvin, Larry (Mindy), Robert (Marie), Darrel (Lorna); his sisters Hazel (Al), Clarice (Clarence), Linda (Leo),...

It is with sadness in our hearts that we announce the passing of Doreen Carol Leicht (nee Wilkinson) on January 11, 2023, at the age of 84 years. Doreen passed peacefully at Extendicare Athabasca, having spent the last several months in their care. Doreen is survived by her daughter Gail; her son Kevin (Deana); grandchildren: Kiera, Paxton and Sydney; her sister Donna (Ron); many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, as well as many good friends. She is predeceased by her...

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michelle King Plamondon on January 10, 2023 in the comfort of our home at the age of 28 years. Michelle is survived by her daughter Ally; son Jacob; her loving husband Cole; her mother Candy; her sisters, Emma and Brittany; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, relatives and close friends. Michelle was predeceased by her brother Tyler and her grandparents Johnny and Trudy. The...

It is with great sadness that the family of Irene Luchka (nee Saley) announce her passing on Monday, January 9th, 2023 at the age of 79 years. Irene will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 56 years, Albert; her children, Laurie (Charles) and Larry; siblings, Corrine (Russell) and Joyce (Wally); and numerous other family members and friends. Faith, family, and friendships were the greatest priorities in Irene’s life. A funeral service will be taking place on Monday, January...

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother Paula Eva Marie Curé (née Sarrazin). As the sun set on the afternoon of January 3rd, 2023, she passed away surrounded by her loved ones at the age of 81 years old. On October 17, 1941, Paula was born on her family’s farm near Spiritwood, Saskatchewan, to parents Mathias and Simonne Sarrazin. She grew up on the farm as the youngest of three siblings. Her family later sold their farm and moved into...

On January 1, 2023 John (Roy) Newberry of Athabasca passed away peacefully with family at his side at Extendicare Athabasca.   He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Mary Lou Newberry (nee Saluk); his children: Dale Newberry, Brenda Pretula, Caroline (Daniel) Rainville, and Janet (Brian) Bauer; grandchildren: Derek (Alison) Pretula, Shalane Pretula , Krista (Beau) Cauchy, Erin Newberry (Jerry Galiwoda), Brittany Rainville, and Noah Rainville; step-grandchildren: Tara Lee Murray...