Brooks bulletin obituaries today Willy was the oldest of two boys from Charlie and Mable Bell. Obituaries from Smith Funeral Home Ltd in Brooks, Alberta. He attended school in Brooks, rarely missing a day unless very ill, because that is where all his friends were. He was born on August 8, 1947 in Kerrobert, Saskatchewan to Tony and Veronica (Moser) Dietz of Superb, SK. Hiking to Mt. Lillian (Warbeck) married Andre Bouvier in 1954. Bunn – Vera May Bunn of Brooks, beloved wife of the late George Bunn, passed away in Brooks on Tuesday, February 18 th, 2025 at the age of 86 years. Dorothy and Lucien developed numerous life-long friendships in Brooks and were also joined there by her parents as well as a number of siblings from both sides, which established a Born May 1, 1938, in Brooks. Eligio Canete Celebrant. SHUTTLEWORTH – Mrs. Marilyn worked numerous jobs in the Brooks area including, The Salvation Army, Freson Bros. O. Sixth child of eight, born to parents Alice (Stonehouse) and Frank Boyd. I. Mraz – Joseph Paul Mraz of Brooks, passed away in Brooks on Tuesday, October 8 th, 2024, at the age of 51 years. He passed away peacefully on October 7 th, 2024 at the age of 65 years, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. STURCH – Gary William Sturch sadly and unexpectedly was taken from us on June 10th, 2024, in Bassano Alberta at the age of 80 years old. He will be lovingly remembered by family and friends. 13 th, 1963 to Elaine Foo (Fetter). Ramsdale – Cody (Kermit and Uncle Tucker) Lawrence Ramsdale was born in Whitecourt, AB on August 23, 1968, and passed away peacefully in Calgary at the Peter Lougheed Hospital on October 3, 2024. Ruth Mattheis, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 10, 2024, at the age of 90 years. She spent her youth in the Vancouver area and then moved to Edmonton to begin her career in the legal field in 1961. Harink – Keith Ryan Harink of Brooks, AB. February 4, 20251 2 3 195 Page 1 of 195 View Recent Obituaries for Smith Funeral Home. The couple had three children and continued to reside in Kerrobert until 1962, when they moved to Brooks, Alberta where they welcomed their fourth child in 1971. It is with heavy hearts and deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Clara Sharpe a remarkable woman whose strength, love, and wisdom left an indelible mark on all who knew her. ca), 4604 57 th Street, Camrose, Alberta T4V 2E7, the Brooks & District Health Foundation, Bag 300, Brooks, Alberta T1R 1B3, or the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation Obituary for Elizabeth Enid Christianson “Beth” (née Debenham) (April 11, 1951 – January 6, 2025) It is with deep sadness that the family of Beth Christianson announces her passing on January 6, 2025, at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. She is survived by her three children, Jeff, PFAHL – Dale David Pfahl, age 67, passed away on November 9, 2024 in Black Diamond, Alberta after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Joann was born on March 7, 1944, in Brooks to Ester and George Hansen. Dale was born on June 26, 1957 in Hanna Alberta to Wilbert and Hilde Pfahl, and raised on the Four Winds Ranch where he was surrounded by a loving extended family. Clifford, or “Hakší hakela,” was born 15 January 1939 on the Wood Mountain Lakota First Nation, Saskatchewan, the youngest of ten children born to Walter and Caroline O’kute-sica. Growing up in Patricia, attending school later in Duchess, and living in Brooks, there was a sense of comfort to her that many of the people she crossed paths with she had known her entire life. Craig passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family. After graduating from King Edward High School, she wanted to Swenson – Georgette Gabrielle Swenson of Brooks, Alberta, beloved wife of Lorens A Swenson, passed away in Brooks on Saturday, August 10 th, 2024, at the age of 93 years. Hemsing – It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, David Stuart Hemsing. Stephen was born on 22 April 1948 in Brooks, Alberta. DESJARDINS – Melody-Anne Marie Desjardins, 59, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2024, in Calgary, Alberta. Robert (Bob) Preston of Brooks, Alberta passed away in Brooks at 93 years of age on January 26, 2025. We value your opinions about our publication, and are to here to help if you ever have problems finding what you need. Nettie is survived by her daughter Laura (Terry) Luft of Craig Kevin Joseph Schnell. Offer condolences/tributes, send flowers or create an online memorial for free. Randy was born to Violet and Marvin Robinson in Brooks. She resided in Calgary through her formative years alongside her Ken Bachmeier. He is survived by his 7 children: Reverend Jim, Patricia (Tony), Ken (Debra), Mark, Joe, Matt, and Tom (Bobbie); 6 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren, whom he loved Jackson – Linda Margaret Jackson of Duchess, beloved wife of Terrance Jackson, passed away in Brooks on Saturday, June 22 nd, 2024, at the age of 74 years. David was born in Brooks on May 22 nd, 1959, the twenty-second child of Mary and Dietz, Alfred (Alf) passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024 at Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. He attended Rosemary School and then went to Three Hills Bible College. In Loving Memory of Collin Jean Wildschut (February 24, 1948 – January 26, 2024) Collin Jean Wildschut, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on January 26, 2024, at the age of 75. She was born in Kemptville, Nova Scotia, on June 4, 1963 and there she was raised. LELEK – It is with heavy hearts that the family of Susan Elizabeth Lelek (Cooper) announces her peaceful passing at the age of 85 on October 4, 2024, surrounded by her three children. Kurz – We are very sad to announce that Evelyn Kurz (nee Smith), beloved Mother, Sister, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2024 in Brooks, Alberta. HAYES, Patricia Louise. Bork – It is with heavy hearts that the family of Nettie Bork (nee: Tchir) wish to announce her peaceful passing, on the 29 th of October, 2024, at the age of 84. Brian Noonan passed away peacefully at Victoria General Hospital at the age of 86 with loving family present. Anthony – It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lawrence Anthony in Brooks on January 12, 2025 at the age of 66. She was born in Montmartre, Saskatchewan, on April 9, 1934. David passed away peacefully, following a lengthy illness. That same year he bought a piece of land South of Brooks where Willy and Alice raised their two daughters, Carolea and Shawna. Box 417; Brooks, AB T1R 1B4 (403) 362-4636; Join our mailing list Levie – Boni Marie Levie of Brooks, beloved wife of Randy Levie, passed away in Medicine Hat, AB, surrounded by family and loved ones on Monday December 23 rd, 2024 at the age of 61 years, after her long courageous battle with cancer. BOYD – Harvey Lloyd Boyd March 9, 1940 – April 12, 2024 84 Years. Linda was born in London, England on August 1 st, 1949 to Roy and Shiela Young. Barry was born in Bancroft, Ontario on Anderson – It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rose-Marie Anderson, a beloved mother, grandmother, wife, and dedicated volunteer, who left us peacefully in Brooks on January 10, 2025 at the age of 72 years. Teresa was born in Brooks on September 30 th, 1962 to Nephi and Jean Holden. Nettie was born on October 12 th, 1940 in Armena, Alberta. D. Born in Rosetown, Saskatchewan on March 18 th, 1958, to William Cyril and Ruby Beth Stewart, she began her education in Rosetown, before graduating in Brooks, in 1974. Romuld – Cheryl Lynne Romuld of Brooks, beloved wife of Duane Romuld, passed away in Brooks on November 25 th, 2024, at the age of 66 years. FRANKLIN - Clara Jean Franklin of Brooks, beloved wife of the late William Franklin, passed away at Brooks on Jan. Vanderyagt – It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Mary Anne Vanderyagt of Brooks, Alberta on Wednesday, December 4 th, 2024, at the age of 79 years. Jean was born on November 16 th Wiebe – Larry Wiebe of Rosemary, Alberta passed away on October 17 th, 2024 at the Medicine Hat Hospital at the age of 79. and Crematorium, Brooks. Douglas Joseph Corrigan is alive and well in all his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren; but today we who loved him mourn his passing after 94 beautiful years. They moved to Canada in 1979, settling in MUSGROVE – We are sad to announce the passing of Norman Musgrove from Patricia, Alberta who peacefully passed away at the age of 89 in Brooks, Alberta on Oct 18, 2024. The Wombold family moved to Duchess when Della was 5, she attended the Duchess school, graduating in 1963. It is with heavy hearts that Shirley and family announce the passing of their beloved husband, father and grand-father, Kenneth Michael Bachmeier. Georgette was born in Raymond, Alberta on October 24 th,1930 growing up at the family farm LeCaine – James Clifford LeCaine of Brooks, Alberta, passed away peacefully 26 February 2024 after a prolonged illness at the age of 85. She was sweet-natured, kind hearted, and deeply loyal. NOONAN – R. Mike (Brad) was born in London, Ontario on February 12, 1951 to Doulgas and Irene (Fletcher) Black. The family moved to the Wenham Valley area west of Wetaskiwin when Mary was 2 years old. Ring-Miller, Krystal Ring-Miller – It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Krystal Ring-Miller on December 10, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. Inter Pipeline provides HALO with major donation. Tobler – Mary Tobler passed away in Brooks on March 14, 2024 at the age of 99 years. McClelland – Mickey (Florence Joyce) – After a fierce 3-year battle with f#&king cancer, Mom has earned her wings to heaven from Brooks, Alberta on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at the age of 76 years. Wilson – It is with great sadness that the family of Rosalie Lucy Wilson announces her passing on April 21, 2024, at the Continuing Care Ward in Brooks Hospital. She married Terrance Jackson on April 7 th, 1977 in Brentford, London, England. FRANKLIN – Clara Jean Franklin of Brooks, beloved wife of the late William Franklin, passed away at Brooks on Jan. 1941 ~ 2024. Mom ran the local flower shop, Brooks Greenhouses, for over 40 years where she always greeted everyone with a LANGLOIS – Tod Abel was born October 12, 1971 and passed away August 27, 2023 at age of 51. She attended school in the Brooks area. Evelyn was born on February 11, 1929 in a log cabin in Chinook Valley, near Dixonville in the Peace River area of Alberta, to parents Harry and Eva Smith. Chapple – Roberta (Robbie) Chapple of Brooks, Alberta, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 5 th, 2024, at the age of 80 years. Born in Vancouver on November 11, 1943, he enjoyed an idyllic childhood of fishing, collecting coins and investing in houses. GRATRIX, Stephen Charles – On 19 September 2024 Stephen passed away in the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. AND CREMATORIUM BROOKS, ALBERTA Tyrone was born in Fernie, BC on July 29, 1995, he grew up in Brooks, AB. 29, 2025 at the age of 97. Osadczuk – Joann Lydia Osadczuk of Brooks, passed away on October 1, 2024, in Medicine Hat, from pneumonia, with her loving husband Jack, son Jim and daughter Janice by her side. Kelly was born in Calgary Alberta on September 03, 1964 and passed away on November 02, 2024 in Brooks, Alberta. Her mother, Marjorie, was a teacher and Jean would be in her class for the first 5 years of her schooling in Bow City, although she finished high school in Brooks, where she graduated in 1963. After moving to Alberta, the In memory of Pat, if desired, memorial tributes may be made directly to the charity of your choice, or to the Reed Family Library at the Camrose Association for Community Living (cafcl. , the sixth child out of seven children. For updated Funeral The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1:00 PM on Friday, January 10, 2025, at St. Rev. Ray was born in Little Ireland Ontario to Leslie and Iva Bruce on June 20,1934. Mary Anne passed away in her own home, surrounded by the love and care of her daughter Dorothy Byng, who devotedly served as her primary caregiver after the passing of Mary It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the news that our beloved Wife, Mom and Grandma, Trudy Lynn Patterson, passed away at the Brooks Health Centre on January 23 rd, 2024, after a fiercely fought battle with cancer. He was born on July 31 st, 1945 in Bassano, Alberta to Jacob and Elizabeth Wiebe. Much loved husband of 62 years of Elaine; dad of Risa and Craig; father-in-law of Nicole; brother of Betty; brother-in-law of Dorry, Arnold, and Jan; grandfather of Elise and Dominique; uncle to many nieces and nephews. grandparents Alexander and Delphine Desjardins and John and Mary Lee. Perry – The family of Carol Evelyn Perry of Brooks, Alberta sadly announces the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, she passed away peacefully with her loving husband George and her children by her side on Thursday September 19 th, 2024, at the age of 85 years. Larry farmed for several years. She was an active member of the United Church and sang in the choir. Born on June 1 st, 1951, in Lethbridge, AB, to John and Johanna Harink, Keith was raised on the family farm in the Winifred and Bow Island, AB. He passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025 at the age of 73, completely surrounded by love, at the Brooks Health Center. He attended school in Brooks and after finishing high school, went on to work mostly in the oilpatch. February 26, 2025. She is predeceased by her husband Clayton, daughter Terry and granddaughter Jennifer. We also offer a full set of news archives as a Brooks Bulletin Online Subscriber. 18 for a land use amendment at Kellington Close and Second Street WILKINSON, David George October 6, 1966 – October 1, 2024. Glen and Nancy traveled the world together. She came to Canada and married Werner Schega in 1958. Born on October 19 th, 1938, in Coleman, Alberta to Muriel BEASLEY – Jay Beasley August 31, 1929 ~ May 5, 2024. He grew up on a farm just outside of Brooks. Funeral arrangements entrusted to: SMITH FUNERAL HOME LTD. NESBITT—Lanie Nesbitt passed away with her family at her side on Saturday, March 2, 2024 after a short battle with cancer. Cheryl married the love of her life SANDRA M STANWAY Brooks Bulletin Chol Mayol Ador, 38, resolved breach charges and was released from custody on those charges but was remanded in custody until “Duke” Bruce of Wardlow, Alberta, a beloved spouse of Suzanne Stuart passed away peacefully surrounded by family in the Brooks Health Centre on January 31st, 2025, at 58 years of age. SANDRA M STANWAY Brooks Bulletin The city will hold a public meeting on Feb. In loving memory of Don Royer, who died peacefully at home at the age of 97. Mary’s Catholic Church, 511 4 St W, Brooks, Alberta. He was born to the late Jennie and Chester Watson on July 26, 1947 in Truro, Nova Scotia where he lived most of his years before moving to Alberta in 2002. Please choose from the links below: View Obituary Archives (free of charge) For all other archival searches, contact editor@brooksbulletin. 4, Brooks, AB. Ralph and Jean Richards were the proud parents of their second daughter, Trudy Lynn. Local News Man gets time served on charges but kept in custody Local News. Kirchner – Teresa Melinda Kirchner (Holden) of Medicine Hat, Alberta, passed away in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, August 14 th, 2024 at the age of 61 years, surrounded by family. On January 8, 1966, William married the love of his life Alice Buteau. Born in Edmonton, AB on April. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, Kelly Becker. She was 66. Joanie was born in Bassano to Ralph Freemont Burrows and Elizabeth Ann Burrows of Countess Alberta on December 8,1950. He was the oldest of 6 children. After high school, Jean went to business college in Calgary, then spent many years working in legal offices in both Calgary and Kelowna, British Columbia. March 27, 1943 – December 12, 2024. The Brooks Bulletin offers FREE archives of all published Obituaries. Schega – Berta (Betty) Schega of Brooks, passed away in Brooks on December 6 th, 2024 at the age of 98 surrounded by family. Willard – Della Elaine Willard of Brooks, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 20 th, 2024 at the age of 79 years. In memory of Theresa, if friends desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to Brooks Animal Protection Society, Box 86, Brooks, Alberta T1R 1B3. James – Pamela Vaughn James, beloved wife of the late Desmond James, passed away peacefully at Sun-rise Gardens, Brooks the day after her 93rd birthday on Saturday, January 20th, 2024. SANDRA M STANWAY Brooks Bulletin HALO Air Ambulance flew to Brooks on Friday to MacCallum – Brenda Lee MacCallum (nee Wilson) of Brooks, beloved wife of Bob MacCallum, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family after a brief illness in the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, on January 20 th, 2025 at the age of 64 years. Randy Robinson of Brooks, AB, our father, grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend to many, passed away peacefully on Sunday September 3rd at the age of 67. Lauretta Shuttleworth of Olds, Alberta passed away peacefully at Foothills Hospital on October 13, 2024, at the age of 84 years. 1957-2024. She was born in St Goar, Germany on January 14 th, 1926. Mary was born at Medicine Hat, Alberta on July 13, 1924 to Ralph and Pauline (Bannard) Rathgeber, the 10 th child of a family of twelve. She leaves to mourn her husband Jamie; son Christopher and his wife Tosca and their children Zoe and Adalyn of Calgary; daughter Kate Moore and her husband Chase and their children Cade, Luke and Robin, also of Calgary Olivier-Webber – Holly Lynn Olivier-Webber of Brooks, loving wife of Dennis Webber, passed away in Brooks on Wednesday, February 12 th, 2025 at the age of 61 years. Cremation entrusted to and conducted at Smith Funeral Home Ltd. Holly was born in Drumheller, Alberta. View Recent Obituaries for Smith Funeral Home. Tod loved all his family and friends a lot, he also loved camping and fishing. The couple moved to Calgary, where Henry worked at Universal Ford until 1964 when they relocated their young family to a farm just outside Brooks, AB. Lavadiere – Marilyn Lavadiere born March 4 th, 1956 in Brooks, Alberta to Harold and Margaret Dressel passed away October 17 th, 2024 in Brooks, at the age of 68 after a courageous battle with cancer. Watson – Miles Maurice Watson – Age 77, of Brooks, Alberta passed away peacefully and surrounded by his family and loved ones on December 25, 2024, in the Brooks Health Centre. Born on May 10, 1952, Rose-Marie brought light and warmth to everyone around her. In 2009 she embarked on a new adventure by moving to Calgary with the devoted and caring Esmail Mohamud. Her parents Odiel and Gabrielle Crombez immigrated from Belgium around 1927. To name a few, she was involved with the Parents Teacher Association, Rotary Club, Toastmasters Club, Catholic Women’s League, Brooks & Newell Safe Communities, and Habitat for Humanity. She was also a recipient of the Queen’s Jubilee Citizenship Award. MATTHEIS, Ruth Ursula (nee Jettkant) May 2, 1934 – May 10, 2024. The son of Harold and Margaret Frances, both deceased, he was the second oldest of eight children. Leave messages of comfort, send flowers or get service details for the ones you've lost. Brooks Branch 63. Everest Base Camp, summiting Machu Picchu, canoeing the Amazon River, scuba-diving the Galapagos Islands, water-skiing Lake Newell and snow-skiing all over The Rockies. Muriel and husband, Fred, were avid bowlers and liked to spend time with friends and relatives. Patricia Hayes, beloved wife of the late Clayton Hayes, of Calgary, AB, passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2024, at the age of 86 years. , beloved husband of Deborah Harink of Brooks, passed away unexpectedly in Medicine Hat, AB with his family at his side on Friday, December 20 th, 2024, at the age of 73 years. Harvey grew up on their farm and lived there all of his life. ROYER, Donald Paul October 11, 1926 – January 14, 2024. Jay Dee Beasley was born at home August 31, 1929, to Carl Jones (Pete) and Sarah Beasley of Patricia, Alberta. She was born in Virden, Manitoba on June 30 th, 1943. Rosalie was born to James and Lucy Scott in Wetaskiwin, Alberta, on August 7, 1934, and spent most of her childhood in Edmonton. Hjorth – With great sorrow and heavy hearts, we announce the death of our beloved husband, father, and grandfather. Lunch will follow at Cassils Community Centre, 190073 Range Road 155, Newell County No. Della was born in Olds, Alberta on February 27 th, 1945 to Fred and Lena Wombold, the youngest out of 4. Brian Noonan February 3, 1938 – March 24, 2024. She was the eldest of 2 children. They retired in Brooks, celebrating 50 years of marriage before Katie’s passing in 2007. She worked as a compassionate In Loving Memory of Clara Myrtle May Sharpe July 24, 1937 – December 30, 2024. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ellen Jessie Cyr on December 12, 2024, at the age of 81 at the Grande Prairie Care Center. com They moved to Brooks in the 1950s, where mom like to play the piano and spend time in her garden. BURROWS – Joanie Leigh Burrows passed away peacefully on November 3rd, 2024 at the age of 74. Trudy’s story began on May 31 st, 1952. Brenda was born February 1 st, 1960 in Moosomin, Saskatchewan to Gordon and June Wilson. Joe was born in the old Brooks Hospital on January 15 th, 1973, to Joseph and Carol Mraz. Preceded in death by her father John Felix Desjardins (1935 –2022) brother Roger (1959 – 2019), daughter May Lee Weeks (1983 – 2022). John Howard Frances, born on March 17, 1948, in Toronto, Ontario, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2023, in Brooks, Alberta, after a brief battle with cancer. He is a life member of the Royal Canadian Legion serving as president in High River Branch 71 and held several executive positions including president in E. Our History; Terms Of Service; Commercial Printing Local News Brooks and area RCMP report. Ellen Jessie Cyr. BRUCE – Ray Leslie Bruce of Bassano, Beloved husband of the late Gladys Bruce, Passed away in Brooks on Friday January 17,2025 at the age of 90 years. He had 12 siblings, being survived by; Fred, Madge, Catherine, Ruth, Ada, and Ida and was predeceased by William (Bill), George, John, Joe and two siblings who Black – It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael “Buzzard” Bradshaw Black. BOUVIER – Lillian Bouvier passed away peacefully with family at her side on Oct 31, 2024 in Brooks, Alberta, at the age of 90 years. Gloria Ann Aitken, beloved wife of 64 years of Bill Aitken, passed away on November 24, 2024, at the Oilfields Hospital in Diamond Valley, Alberta at the age of 84. CYR – Armand J Cyr July 23, 1934 – April 23, 2024 Armand passed away on April 23, 2024 at the age of eighty-nine at the Grande Prairie Care Centre where he had resided for the last 2 1/2 years. Obituaries; About Us. His favorite hockey team was the Edmonton Oilers, and he never missed the chance to watch the game. She is the fourth child born to Clarence and Shelby Jean Olivier, she has 3 older sisters. April 3 rd, 1963. 204 Third Ave W; P. October 21, 20241 3 4 5 193 Page 4 of 193 June 26, 20241 8 9 10 194 Page 9 of 194 January 21, 20251 2 3 194 Page 1 of 194 Search Brooks, Alberta recent obituaries and death notices. He died on January 9, 2024 at the age of 92, after a short stay in Brooks Hospital. Tyrone loved many things including cooking, video games and spending time with his nephew and niece and of course, hockey. Harry Knud Hjorth was born at Grace Hospital in Calgary, Alberta on October 20, 1931, to Marius and Jensine Hjorth. Surrounded by his loving family, Lawrence passed peacefully, leaving behind a larger than life personality, a dedication to nature and strong family bonds, often shared over coffee. . Interment to follow at Brooks Cemetery. It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Craig Schnell on January 14, 2024 at the age of 66. He was born in Hanna, Alberta to Robert and Katherine Preston on September 11, 1931. May 9, 1937 – February 12, 2024. IGA and Walmart. wvmvw qlsuro vkwh enarn bzei ped deh hzu ynosl vbhetgr unsd pmep ncr fmda etpo