All Obituaries

Kenneth “Ken” James Kushnirak January 28, 1954 – June 10, 2021 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Kenneth “Ken” Kushnirak at the age of 67 years. Ken was the neighbour that everyone could rely on and always had a cold beverage awaiting a friendly visit. He had a special love for his family along with his pets Miley and Pepper. He will be missed dearly by his wife Debbie Kushnirak; children Jason Pritchard, Tammy (Brad) Dickson and Cheryl...

Clifford Ray Erickson November 24, 1936 - June 5, 2021 It is with deep sorrow that the family of Cliff Erickson announce his passing, at the age of 84 years.  Cliff will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 62 years, Joan, son Brent (Linda), daughter Brenda (Robert), & daughter Bonnie (Roland).  Also cherishing his memory are his grandchildren; Jeff, Jason, Russ, Kieri, & Melissa.  And special great grandchildren; Travis, Evan, Harlow, Brodie, Wyatt, Austin,...

Mary Zelenak (nee Lukach) 1926 – 2021 Mommy, our angel, got her wings on Monday, May 31, 2021, at the age of 95 years.  She will be lovingly remembered by her daughters Linda, Marilyn and Sheila (Tommy).  Also cherishing her memory are Mary’s six grandchildren, Darrel, Jody, Alan, Lucas, Paul and Johnna and her 5 great-grandchildren, Colby, Kayne, Ruby, Aurora and Mabel.  Mary was predeceased by her husband John; grandson Chris Redlinger; son-in-law John...

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Sarah Katy Desjarlais September 26, 1946 – May 28, 2021 It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Sarah Katy Desjarlais at the age of 74 years. Sarah was a gentle soul that loved her family and friends dearly. Anyone who met her could say that she had such an honest and loving personality. If Sarah wasn’t sewing something for a family member, you could always find her out gardening, it was one of her many passions in life. She is survived by her siblings...

William “Dave” David Cole November 29, 1954 - May 28, 2021   We are saddened to announce that on Friday, May 28, 2021 William David Cole of Fawcett, Alberta passed away at the age of 66 years.  Dave will be remembered for his love of horses, fishing and his family.  He is survived by his loving son, Will (Sindy) Cole of Drayton Valley, Alberta and daughter, Gwen (Glenn) Craig of Elnora; grandchildren, William, Makayla, Noah, Reyna, Ashlyn, Cyla (Matthew),...

Alisha Leclercq November 19, 1986 - May 23, 2021   It is with broken hearts and extreme sadness that we announce that Alisha Leclercq, along with her unborn son, įyesaze Remi Leclercq, of Edmonton, Alberta passed away unexpectedly at her home on May 23, 2021 at the age of 34 years. She will be remembered by her sister, Jessica Esmail-Leclercq; mother, Claudette Leclercq; great-aunt, Maxine (Remi) Leclercq and Marty Lands, who was like a grandfather to her, as well as by many...

Lynn Delores Hough November 5, 1940 - May 22, 2021   Lynn Delores Hough, resident of Breton Long Term Care, passed away on Saturday, May 22, 2021 at the age of 80 years. She will be remembered by her children, Wayne Stec and Wendy (Norm) Obst; grandchildren, Tanya, Teresa, Jory, Cory and Ryan; several great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and extended family. Lynn is predeceased by her husband, George Stec; parents, Gordon Hough and Hazel Plunkie; all of her siblings and her...

Gladys Agatha Seltenrich (neé Vestre) January 19, 1921 - May 21, 2021   Gladys was born January 19, 1921 in Strongfield, Saskatchewan. She had 5 brothers; Ernest, Oliver, Otis, David and Evan and 2 sisters; Dorothy and Joy. In 1953 she married a widower, Walter Seltenrich, and they settled on the family farm near Rimbey, Alberta. They had two sons and five daughters to add to the two sons Walter had from his previous marriage. In 1976 they moved to Drayton Valley and spent...

Donna Irene Astill January 12, 1955 – May 19, 2021   It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Donna Astill at Drayton Valley Hospital and Care Centre during the very early hours of Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at the age of 66 years. Donna was born at Barrhead, Alberta to parents, Wilfred and Audrey Farrants and grew up amongst five siblings.  On March 18, 1972, Donna married Wayne, and together, they raised their two children. Donna truly enjoyed travelling to...