Eric Gary Hawthorne “The Big E, The Friendly Giant” went to The Last Rodeo Nov. 22/2024 at the age of 75.Eric’s early life on the farm at Torrington likely influenced his love of the land and the cowboy life. Formal schooling took place in Torrington and later at Milk River but no doubt his preferred education took place in the … Read more…
June 21, 1927 – November 30, 2024 It is with great sadness that the family of Gordon Brown announce his passing on November 30, 2024.Gordon was born and raised in Claresholm, Alberta, where he grew up on the family farm and attended school. After graduation, he attended the University of Alberta.Gordon worked in Yellowknife, NWT as well as the Crowsnest … Read more…
Sunrise November 24, 1940 Calmar, AlbertaSunset December 2, 2024 High River, AlbertaRuben will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his family: two daughters and son, Cheryl (Rolly), Sonya (Lee) Nelson, Dan (Marilyn); sister Elaine (Bob) Wagner, seven grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife Gloria of 64 years, son Andy, grandson Ryley, sisters Diane and … Read more…
It is with great sadness that the family of James Martin Thompson announces his passing on November 22 2024.James (Jim) will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 46 years, Kathy; children, Randy (Tina), Heather (Scott), Guy (Sheri); stepchildren, Tim (Trazel), Ken (Missy); Jeff and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and other family members and friends.Jim was pre-deceased by his mother, Edith … Read more…
March 27, 1942 – November 25, 2024 Carolynn passed away peacefully with family be her side. She will be sadly missed by her husband of 65 years, LaVerne; daughter Jackie (Greg Swinamer) and son Robert (Sarah); grandchildren Kyle (Bailey Swinamer), Taryn (Donald Switzer); and great grandchildren Julia & Kendal Switzer & Corben Swinamer. She is also survived by her sisters … Read more…
March 11, 1939 – November 10, 2024 It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Marion DeWeese of Claresholm, Alberta on November 10, 2024.Marion initially trained and worked as a hairdresser, but found that Alberta Government Telephones was a more reliable employer and then worked as a telephone operator. Marion married John DeWeese in 1958, and left … Read more…
October 16, 1937 – November 10, 2024 Darlene Ellefson was born on October 16, 1937 in Prince Albert, SK.She attend various schools through her growing up years, including Sacred Hearts Convent in Calgary; and St. Michael’s Convent in Pincher Creek. She went on to attend Olds College, which is where she met George Robinson. George and Darlene were later married … Read more…