All Obituaries

Peter DeKam passed away peacefully at the Edson Continuing Care, surrounded by his family, on May 9, 2021. Born in Kouderkerk, Netherlands, on August 9, 1932, he immigrated to Canada as a young man, making Edson, Alberta, his home. He will be greatly missed by his surviving children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. A private Gravesite Service will be held on Monday, May 17, 2021 at 11:00 AM with Pastor  Brian Walter Officiating. Donations in Peter’s memory may be offered...

Sylvia Maria Goncin passed away at the age of 77 at Edson long term care on May 10, 2021. Sylvia was born on December 31, 1943 in Poland and came to Canada in 1963. She married Djuro Goncin in 1986. She is survived by her loving husband Djuro Goncin, her 3 children Ilona, James, and Bridget, 7 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. A memorial was held on May 15, 2021 at the Edson cemetery to celebrate the life of Sylvia. 

Jerry Rovang, born on Nov 23, 1938, the son of Leslie & Letha Rovang, passed away peacefully with his family at his side, on the morning of May 6, 2021 at the age of 82.   Jerry was predeceased by his grandparents Adele and Christopher Rovang, parents Leslie and Letha Rovang, Brother-in-law Gordon Haukedal, son in law Lance Nicolaisen, grandson Tommy Nicolaisen, great grandson Forrest Jesse Milligan.  Jerry and his sister Donna were raised in the Camrose area. It was...

Blair is survived and greatly missed by his parents Henry and Sue, brother Scott (Brittany) niece Chloe, nephews Seth and Dom, great uncle Robert Welsh, uncle Wayne Erikson; aunts, Ruth Welsh, Jennifer Theroux (Vern), aunt Becky Coghill (Basil), aunt Dorene, cousins Glen Welsh (Charlene), Alexis (Matt), Joseph (Amber), Tully (Christy), Gil (Juliana), Lisa Sohji (Geoff), Sean (Cheyenne) and second cousins and other family members and friends. Blair was pre-deceased by aunt Karen Erikson and...

Thomas was born on August 7, 1946 in Montreal, Quebec. He passed away at his home in Edson, Alberta on April 28, 2021, 74 years young. He completed his High School Diploma as well as a fully certified light duty mechanic. He was an honorary Member of the Legion for over two decades. Tom loved to tinker on his vehicles. Many years he was very involved with a dancing group and mastered many types of dances. Many of his favorite memories were of his four- legged companions.... he was very...

It’s with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our precious Mother, JoAnn Fay Coon (Olson).  She joined her Heavenly Father April 28, 2021 in Hinton, AB Canada.   JoAnn was born December 16, 1937 in Havre, Montana to Bertha June (Teske) and Joseph Andrew Olson.   She was the oldest of their four children Roberta (Wutsie) June Nelson, Richard (Dick) Cornelius Olson (deceased) and Joseph (Joe) Andrew Olson Jr. JoAnn spent her early childhood in Havre and Jordon.  She was then...

It is with great sadness and much love that we say goodbye to Laura, who passed away April 25, 2021 at the age of 67. She will be forever loved and remembered by her husband Ed of 36 years, her sisters Linda, Debbie (Robert) and brother Larry (Shirley). Children, Alyse (Willem), Diane (David), Kevin, Wanda and Tracey (Dave), as well as grandchildren and great grandchildren.  On behalf of the family we would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the staff in acute care at the Edson...

Born in the small town of Cut Knife, SK on May 20, 1945, to Bill and Muriel Adie, Ann was destined for greatness. Her inquisitiveness and unique sense of humour, her ease at building meaningful connections, her sense of community and spiritual faith, her love of sports and games, and her mischievous, fun-spirited nature were present from her earliest days and guided her throughout her life. Ann headed to the big city after high school, with career aspirations in mind as she studied to...

Alice Best peacefully went home to be with the Lord on April 11, 2021 at the age of 88. She was born in High River AB and lived with her husband and family in Calgary before moving to Edson in 1978.  She is survived by her loving husband Herbert Best and five of her children; Wayne (Marleen) Best, Brian (Nancy) Best, Darlene Best, Kevin (Michelle) Best, and Lynda (Clay) Cartwright.  She is predeceased by her eldest son Raymond (Linda) Best. Alice was blessed with 10 grandchildren...

It is with heavy hearts the family of Vivian Rose Holopainen announce her sudden and unexpected passing on April 3, 2021, with her son Tim and daughter Marie by her side. Vivian will be greatly missed by her best friend and husband Ahti Holopainen, as well as her loving children Louanne Berg (Scott) and children Gregory, Kyle (Rae-Ann) and Emma, Kelley Findlay (Denise) and sons Colton (Maaike) and Ty, Timothy Holopainen (Kim) and son Bodhi, Dave Holopainen and sons Noah, Donovan and...