All Obituaries

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sumner Bowness on January 2, 2021.  Sumner was born December 1, 1925 on his parents’ homestead near Peers, AB where he remained for 95 fulfilling years. He is survived by his daughter Darleen Burkinshaw and grandson Michael Burkinshaw (Kailee Mears); daughter-in-law Leslie Bowness, grandson Steven (Lindy) Beierle and great-grandchildren Remington and Carsten and grandson Kristopher Bowness (Katarina Duke); his sister Muriel...

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beautiful wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend Carolyn Marie Claudette Tomlin (Boisvert) of Hinton, Alberta. She passed away on Friday, July 9, 2021, at the age of 49. She will be forever loved and missed by her spouse and the love of her life, Doug, son Dex, daughter Brianne, mother Pricille, brothers Reno, Jocelyn, Come, Roger and Yves as well as numerous extended family, nieces, nephews and life long friends. She is...

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Lois Margaret LeBoeuf. Lois passed away peacefully with her family by her side in Hinton, Alberta on June 20, 2021. Lois will be dearly missed by those of us fortunate enough to have had her in our lives and will always be remembered for being genuinely kind and caring and always having the time to stop and talk. Lois was born on December 10, 1944 to Margaret and Lionel Irvine at their home in Flatlands, New Brunswick. Lois grew up in...

Forever In Our Hearts Irene Isabel Stevens Born:  March 3, 1944 in Loon Lake, Saskatchewan Death: July 18, 2021 in Edson, Alberta Final Resting Place: Glenwood Cemetery, Edson, Alberta Granny’s Angels Grand Children: Zachary, Michael, Stacy, Megan; Koren, Jason, Craig;  Brandi, Dakota;  Kelly, Colton; Samantha, Amanda & Steven Great Grand Children: Emilia; Bailey, Brynne, Logan, Chance, Kenzie;  Peyton & Brody   Please Join Us to Celebrate...

It is with deep sorrow we announce the peaceful passing of George "Bruce" Kneteman, beloved son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and nephew.  He passed away July 19, 2021, at the age of 68. Bruce was the eldest son of George and Jacquie Kneteman.  Bruce will be dearly missed by his 6 siblings Jeff (Barb), Len (Alyson), Orey (Carol), Bonnie, Gaylayne  (Larry) Hawkings and Jayne (Tim) Sanders as well as his 8 nieces and 2 nephews and step grandson Tyrell. Bruce was...

On Friday, July 9th, Pauline Eva Bowden (née Burgess), loving wife of Roy Bowden and proud mother of three, passed away at the age of 68. Pauline was born on April 8th, 1953, in Liverpool, England. She was the chosen daughter of Brian and Mary Burgess. She grew up in New Mills, Derbyshire, England where she met and married her husband of 48 years, Roy Bowden. Pauline had an interesting and varied career, beginning with a job at the Swizzels Matlow Candy factory (a job that her...

On Wednesday July 7th, 2021, Robbie JF Corfe, loving partner to Raymond Fickle, passed away at the Grey Nun's Hospital. Robbie was born in Murrayville, BC, to Carol & Larry Corfe.  He met his partner 19 years ago and they eventually settled down in Edson. Robbie became ill in Edson, he was taken care of by Dr. Sood and the Homecare team at the Edson hospital. We would like to thank these amazing staff for ensuring he had the best possible care during these difficult times,...

Luella Anita Chell (Gesme), born of Hildu and Casper Gesme, Feb 21, 1934. Passed peacefully June 22, 2021, ending her long journey with Alzheimer’s.  Lue was steeped in a childhood of family, warmth, and humor framed with faith.  She was a creator of art and learning, children and joy. She shared her view of the world through her paintings, her children, home and school, her volunteer work at camp, in the art world, and at church.  Lue was a lifelong artist. Her first...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bob (Robert) Smiley.  Bob is survived by his loving wife Bernice, son Kevin (Susan) Smiley, granddaughters; Leni (Ryan) Nix and Courtney Smiley, grandsons; Garrett Smiley and Nolan Smiley, step-children; Rachel (Casey) Kwasny, Dean (Brandy) Michaud, and Valerie Michaud, step-grandchildren; Chelsea (Russell) Murray, Julia Kwasny, Matthew Michaud, Chase Michaud, and Zoe McKinnon. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren;...

Manfred “Fred” Ellersiek January 29, 1939 – June 25, 2021 Mr. Manfred “Fred” Ellersiek of Edson, beloved husband of Mrs. Janet Ellersiek, passed away at the Edson Long Term Care on Friday, June 25, 2021, at the age of 82 years. Fred was born on January 29, 1939, in Bielefeld, Germany to Johann and Frieda Ellersiek. He was married to Janet Ellersiek (Scheidt) on July 18, 1987, in Davidson, Saskatchewan. Over the years Fred worked in the oilfield in the...