SCHRAM, Mary Anne

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It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Mary Anne Schram on July 25, 2020 at the age of 70 years.

Mary Anne is survived by her brother Ryan; nephew Jake; niece Karla (Brad); great-nieces and great-nephews, Brooke (Jon), Alexander, Braden, Mason; and great-great-nieces and nephew, Sadie, Cameron and Jacob.

Mary Anne was predeceased by her parents, George and Kathleen Schram and her brothers, David and Richard.

She is also missed by Celeste (Lorne), her best friends for years and their sons, Kyle (Lisha) and Aaron and their grandson Austin. She is also greatly missed by Tracy (Bryan) and Chico III.

She was an RN for 40 plus years at Neonatal Intensive Care Units at both the U of A and RAH.

A Celebration of Life will be held to honour Mary Anne Schram on August 22, 2020 at F. Wandler at 2:00 p.m., 17521-92 Street NW, Edmonton, AB.

Donations in Mary Anne’s honour may be made to STARS Air Ambulance.

Constance (Connie) Carolyn Kendall

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It is with sadness that the family of Connie Kendall announces her passing on Monday, August 3, 2020, in Edmonton, Alberta, at the age of 75 years. Connie was born September 19, 1944 in Pictou, NS to the late William and Frances McQuarrie. She grew up in the Annapolis Valley but spent most of her adult life in Halifax, working at the VG Hospital until her retirement. She then relocated to Sherwood Park, Alberta to be near family. Connie will be lovingly remembered by her daughter Katherine (Brett) Kimak and her three grandchildren, Adam, Emily and Erin, all of Sherwood Park, AB. Connie will also be fondly remembered by her sister Elaine Klein of Beaverlodge, AB, and her many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. Connie was predeceased by her sister Geraldine Lyon of Conception Bay South, NL and former spouse Albert Kendall of Prospect Bay, NS.

At her request there will be no memorial service. Cremation has taken place and she will be interred with her mother and sister in Wolfville, Nova Scotia. Those who so desire may make memorial donations in memory of Connie to the Alzheimer Society of Canada.

Duncan, Grant Edwin

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January 26, 1934 – August 5, 2020

A life well lived!

Grant passed peacefully on August 5,2020 surrounded by his loving family following a long battle with cancer. Survived by Irene, his loving wife of 63 years, his sons Bruce (Dana), Brent (Karen) and David and adoring grandchildren Kara (Jake), Jamie, Baillie (Zach), Connor and Katie. “Our Deepest gratitude to Marie Paul for the love, friendship and care she provided our parents for so many years”

Grant valued family and friendships that were built and sustained over the course of lifetime. He is deeply loved and already missed by his family, the ‘Y Coffee Club’, Saturday morning ‘Breakfast Club’, members of the Royal Mayfair Golf Club and many friends.

Ever the loyal provider, Grant worked tirelessly in the Insurance industry for 43 years, finishing his career as Senior Vice President and a Director of Reed Stenhouse Limited (now known as AON Canada). He served on several Boards of Directors and was President of the Edmonton Construction Association and the Edmonton Chapter of the Insurance Institute of Northern Alberta.

“Our Deepest gratitude to Marie Paul for the love, friendship and care she provided our parents for so many years”
Our heartfelt thanks to Dr. Atwal and the caring, compassionate staff of the Sturgeon Community Hospital. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a donation in memorium to the downtown Edmonton YMCA where he served on the Board and was a member for more than 40 years would be appreciated.

Maria Joan Gauthier

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It is with great sadness and much love that we say good-bye to our beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who passed away on August 8th at the age of 93.

Mary is survived by her children Denise (Barrie) Shalagan and Brian (Cheryl) Gauthier, six grandchildren, Bobbi (Jason) Maroney, Clay (Sherena) Shalagan, Hank (Kim) Shalagan, Ronni Gauthier (Eli Bowditch), Danielle Gauthier (Alex) and Ashley Gauthier (Britain) and eight great-grandchildren, Ty, Kaden and Charlee Maroney, Eli and Zane Shalagan , Theo Shalagan and Evianna and Rory Bowditch. Mary was predeceased by her husband Gaston of 41 years, parents George and Katherine Kohlman, her sister Tillie Hempel and is survived by her remaining siblings, Francis (Ollie) Kohlman, Rose Deck and Ron (Florentine) Kohlman.

A “Celebration of Life” will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Mark’s Catholic Community of the Deaf or to the Edmonton Association for the Deaf Seniors Social Club.

Ardene (Glady’s) Cherneski

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Glady’s Ardene Cherneski, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2020 in Edmonton, Alberta at the beautiful age of 79.
Born on March 28, 1941 in Onion Lake, Saskatchewan to Parents Elton and Iola Webb. She was the middle child of seven other siblings.
Ardene is preceded in death by her Parents, Elton and Iola. Sister’s, Irma Grouette (Terry), Luana Washburn (David), Barbara Maxwell (Gordon) and Brother Rodney Webb (Jeanne).
She is survived by her loving husband of almost 55 years, Walter Cherneski (sadly he passed just two weeks after his wife), Daughters Lana Sikora (Darrel), Karen Rowland (Aaron), Grandson’s Spencer Sikora, Jake Rowland and MacKenzie Richards, brother’s Lyle Webb (Dorothy), Curt Webb (Sherry) and Sister Ada Thompson (Lailo). She has many wonderful nephews, nieces, cousins and friends, too many to list. The family reunion that was held yearly is where she loved chatting with each of them. She was a favorite to many and was famous for her bear hugs.
Ardene loved the Lord and knew she would go to a better place and was at peace with whenever it was her time to be with him. We are at peace because she is at peace. She will be missed terribly by everyone and a large void will be felt in the family with her gone. She was an amazing artist, active member of her church, loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Ardene’s true compassion for others shone through as she worked as a Registered nurse in Edmonton for all of her career and was her husband’s main caregiver. She loved retirement as it gave her the opportunity to spend more time with family and friends.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Breast Cancer research or the Cross Cancer Institute of Edmonton.

Memorial service to be held when it is safe for everyone.

Anneli Anna Rauha Thurlin

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Anneli Anna Rauha Thurlin
Anneli Thurlin passed away after a battle with cancer on August 5, 2020, at the age of 77.
Fondly remembered by her loving husband Jaakko, and their 2 sons Eric and Paul. Also grieving are their grandchildren, Matti, Aaron, Jayden, Taylor and Tula. And Anneli’s siblings Taisto in Finland, and Voitto and Tuula in Sweden.
Anneli was a Scandinavian Festival Founder who received an award recently for her 40 years of dedication & service from the the province of Alberta, and a Silver Award from the President of Finland for her contributions for over 50 years of keeping Finnish traditions alive in Canada. Anneli was a long serving member of the Finnish Society of Edmonton, and has embraced new generations of Finnish families to continue the celebration of our culture.
Anneli impacted many lives and was a master of Finnish recipes, an artistic painter, a lover of lake life, and treasured by many. A celebration of Anneli’s life is to be announced.

Brent Hamilton Penner

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It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Brent Hamilton Penner on July 21, 2020 at the age of 58.
Brent is survived by his sons, Jefferey and Jason, his loving mother Leanne, brother Ervin(Anneliese) caring sister Corrine(Rick) niece Sommer, nephew Adam(Cynthia) and many loving cousins, Aunts & Uncles. Brent was predeceased by his father Irvin Penner. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Royal Alexandra Hospital. A memorial will be held at a later date.
Anyone who knew Brent well, knew he was a spirited man with sharp mind. Which made it extra fun when his humor kicked in. We will miss you Brent.
As a young father at 18 yrs old, Brent’s dream was realized with a budding new family. Sadly it didnt work out. After divorce, Brent put his efforts into education, first completing Carpentry then Construction Engineering at Nait. Brent was a deep & sensitive soul which he channelled into perfecting his craft, showing much creativity in carpentry,inventions,in building, story telling and cooking. His ability made nothing out of his reach. Brent’s biggest love was family, but was also his biggest struggle in relationships. Deep down he wanted love and acceptance, as he truly valued his friendships. At the end of his life, he was super proud of his sons, and wished them happiness in the fulfillment of their dreams.
Goodbye Cherised Son, Beloved Brother, Proud Father,
Missing Your Smile & Laughter
Here in this Final Chapter
Your Insights & wisdom you Freely did Share,
Because in your Mighty Heart was nothing but Care.

Brent, you are in our Hearts and Minds, For the rest of our Times.
Love and Miss You, Brent Hamilton Penner

Christine Rufina Stroenisch

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It is with heavy hearts and much love that the family of Christine (Tina) Stroenisch announces her passing after a long courageous battle with cancer, at her home in Beaumont,Alberta on Sunday July 19,2020 at the age of 59 years old.

Christine (Tina) will be forever and sadly missed by her loving husband Don of 27 years.
Her Children Jason Farewell (Kristina & Family), Tanja Farewell, Tim Legault & Family, Tammy Whitlock & Family. Three Grandchildren Gavin, Lilly & Violet and one great grandchild.
Her Mom Edeltraud Stroenisch, Sister Susanna Stroenisch, Brother Udo Stroenisch.
Cousins, Nieces and Nephews, Extended Family and many many Friends.

Christine (Tina) was an Earth Angel with a Zest and Love for Life. She had a kind, sweet and loving heart, she cared very deeply for her family and friends.
Her Passion for helping people was the highlight of her day whether at work or in her spare time, where she learned Reiki and Energy healing so she could help anyone that needed it.
Her gift, talents and her pure heart will be truly missed.

In Lieu Of Flowers we kindly suggest to make donations in Christine’s (Tina) name to Leduc County Food bank and/or Wellsprings Edmonton (Free Walk-in Facility for cancer patients and their families).

” Was man tief in seinem Herzen besitzt kann man nicht durch den Tod verlieren”.
Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe

Todd Spencer Bacon

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Sudden and unexpected passing of Todd Spencer Bacon at the Misericordia hospital CCU, he is predeceased by his father, and leaves behind many friends, mother, step father, brothers, sister, sister in law, brother in law, niece, and nephews, and great nephew and niece. He will be greatly missed, and we will carry him in our hearts and prayers, until we meet again. We Love you Todd.

Elbert William Elkow

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Obituary for Elbert (Ab) William Elkow

Ab “Abby” Elkow, 62, of Fort Saskatchewan passed away on June 29/2020. Left with broken hearts, his best friend and wife, Lori Lupaschuk, children, Christy (Lonnie) Letawsky of Fort Saskatchewan, David (Jena Wright) Elkow of Edmonton and grandchildren, Lacey, Riley and Paige. Ab will be terribly missed by his mother Maria Elkow of Edmonton, Sister Shirley Skoreyko of Lloydminster, Brother Dennis (Helen) Elkow of Edmonton and Sister Judy (Gerry) Wilson of Vermilion. Mother-in-law, Shirley (Tony Lechuk) Lupaschuk of Lamont, brothers and sisters-in-law, Glen (Amanda) Lupaschuk of Andrew, Rod Lupaschuk of Lamont, and Kim (Terry) Wispinski of Morinville. Ab was a “favorite” uncle to numerous nieces and nephews. He will also be missed by numerous extended family members, and by his faithful dog Barley.

Ab was predeceased by his father Nick Elkow and brother-in-law John Skoreyko.

Ab had numerous positive attributes and God-given skills, he will be remembered for his kind and caring personality, strong work ethic, generosity, and his willingness to help those around him. Ab loved spending time with his family and being on the farm. His big beautiful smile and infectious laugh brought joy to all who knew him, and his charming personality made him friends wherever he went. Ab was as tough as nails. He will be lovingly remembered as a tender spouse, caring father, proud Gido, and most of all “our hero”.

Cremation has taken place. There will be no public service as per Ab’s wishes. Donations can be made in Ab’s name to the Alberta Cancer Foundation. Donate online at albertacancerfoundation.ca

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