All Obituaries

James (Jamie) Cameron Clay was born in Edson, Alberta on June 27, 1955. He was the first child of Laura (1938-) and Harry Clay (1930-2003). Jamie spent his school years in Claresholm and participated in the family business from the age of 12. Jamie’s happiest times were spent tinkering in the shop, at the lake with friends, and anytime he was with family. Jamie leaves behind his wife and best friend, Elaine Clay (nee Vandervalk) and children from his first marriage (Barbara Diane...

It is with great sadness that the family of Debbie Thompson announces her passing at the Foothills Country Hospice Society on Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at the age of 67.  Debbie is survived by her husband and best friend of 44 years, Bryan Thompson, daughter Amy (Steve) Carver, son Chris (Sandia) Thompson, grandchildren, Ashley Carver, Kaitlynn Carver and Elijah Thompson, her mother Anne Stronksi, and siblings Diane (Rick) Raesler, Connie (Jack) Faris, Sharon (Steve) Marshall,...

She Flies With Her Own Wings It is with great sadness that we share Lynne Thrun passed away peacefully at home after a short illness on January 1, 2022. Lynne was born on March 11th, 1950, in Trail, British Columbia. While her father served in the Air Force, young Lynne resided in many different places, including Marville France, Cold Lake, AB, then in 1967, her family retired in Claresholm, AB. After graduation from Willow Creek Composite High School, Lynne worked at various jobs,...

Bob was born at the hospital in Eston, Saskatchewan, on Sept 27, 1941, to Ray and Barb Andrews. He lived in the hamlet of Snipe Lake, just outside Eston. Bob played hockey in high school, and then he switched to curling. Bob also played baseball in school and afterward. Bob graduated from high school in 1960.  He worked for a farmer, “Tiny” Warren in high school. Then started working for a MacLeod’s store in Kindersley and then moved around to Estevan with...

It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of Terry Evan Wickett of Nanton, Alberta, beloved Husband, Dad, Father-in-law, and Papa on December 21, 2021, at the age of 64 in the ICU unit at the McCaig Tower in Calgary, Alberta surrounded by his family. Terry was born on November 25, 1957, in Milden, Saskatchewan to George and Donna Wickett and was the younger sibling of his brother Randy.  Terry was raised on the family farm in the Glamis district and...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Denis Paul Douville, after a courageous battle with cancer; on December 16, 2021, at the age of 63, in Claresholm, Alberta. Denis was born December 18, 1957, in Vulcan, Alberta. He married Paula on April 16, 1983. Besides his loving, brave wife Paula, Denis is survived by his children. Daughter Kimberly (Brad) Mattie, Sadie, Brady. Son Garrett (Kayla) Aubree and Trace. Brothers Gerald (Sandy) and Gille. Nieces and Nephews, Jayden,...

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Jim Sanders (Sudsy) on December 16th, 2021, in Claresholm, Alberta.   Jim will be greatly missed by his wife Brenda, daughter Diana, son Darren (Shannon), grandkids Kaya & Cale, brother Brian (Cindy) and nephew Jeremy. He will also be missed by his sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, great-nieces and nephews.   Jim worked various jobs including at Safeway, owning his used furniture store, painting, custodial work...

It is with great sadness that the family of Darla Smith announce her passing the morning of December 15th, 2021, at the Claresholm Hospital. Darla was born in Calgary, Alberta, on October 19th, 1944 and attended school in Nanton, Alberta. On August 8th, 1959, Darla married Duane Smith in Nanton, Alberta. Throughout her life, Darla worked in hospitality, construction and retail sales. Duane and Darla retired to Nanton, Alberta. Her interests were; Travelling in the motorhome Summers spent...

It is with great sadness to announce the sudden passing of Carol Doreen De Vries on December 12, 2021, at the age of 67 years.   Carol was born in Lacombe, Alberta, on July 31, 1954, to Merle and Ray McKenney.   Carol is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, Eric Raymond De Vries; son Kenneth (Brenda); son Samuel; son Mike (Amanda); son George (Britney); as well as her four sisters and six grandchildren.   Carol spent her years enjoying life on the farm...

In Loving Memory. Born to life March 8, 1948. Born to Eternal Life November 30, 2021 It is with deep sadness that the family announces the unexpected passing of Catherine (Cath) Connor at the age of 73 in Granum Alberta. Our loss is heaven’s gain. Cath was born in Edinburgh Scotland to Iris and Edward (Eddie) Williamson on March 8, 1948, where she grew up with her brother and sisters. During her teens, she volunteered at nursing homes which sparked her desire to become a registered...