All Obituaries

KALLBOM, Sarah “Margaret”      On May 2, 2021 Margaret Kallbom of Whitecourt, AB passed away at the age of 88 years.  She is survived by her children Edna (Dennis) Witter, Donna (Vern) Bray, James (Sandra) Kallbom, and Shena (Charles) Romeo; 9 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren, as well as other relatives and friends.  She was predeceased by her husband Donald and grandson Kenneth Bray.  Mom will be missed by her family.  She...

CHARLOTTE (LOTTIE) MCDOUGAL KREKLAU, nee Forbes April 22, 1921- April 28, 2021   It is with great sadness that Alvin and Ken Kreklau announce the passing of their mother, Charlotte (Lottie) Kreklau.  Lottie passed away at the age of 100 on April 28, 2021, in the Westlock Hospital after a brief illness. Lottie Kreklau was born in Edmonton, Alberta on April 22, 1921 to James and Jesse Forbes. She married Carl Kreklau in Edmonton in 1944.  They farmed west of Westlock until...

Kereliuk, Ronald (Ron) George It is with great sadness that the family of Ron Kereliuk announces his peaceful passing on Friday April 23, 2021 at the age of 77 years. Ronald will be mourned by his Three children Jody, Jolene and Jamie (Dayna) Granddaughters Naomi, Paige & Morgan and his siblings Willis, Tilly, Georgina, Bonnie and Val. Ron was predeceased by his son Jason, parents George & Mary Kereliuk and siblings Sonia, Doris, Clifford & Eugene   Special thank you for...

LORIMER, Mary Rose On April 23, 2021 at the Continuing Care Center in Westlock, AB, Mary Rose Lorimer, our gracious Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, sister, sister-in-law and aunt passed away at the age of 86 surrounded by her family.    Left to cherish and honor her memory are: Daughter Pamela Lorimer and grandchildren; Jeffrey (Angie) Lorimer and Jorrey Lorimer – together with great grandchildren; Taya, Jaxon, Navelle and Lucus†. Son Gregory (Maryanne)...

It is with great sadness that the family of Bev Zeise announces her passing on April 21, 2021 at the age of 69 years.  Treasuring her memory are her husband of 52 years Don, brother Jerry (Barb) and nephews Brian & Mike; stepdad Ernie; in-laws Eileen (Charles), Max (Nancy), Rose (Garth), John (Judy), George (Corie), Charlotte (Lawrence), nieces, nephews, dear friends and co-workers.  She was predeceased by her parents and brother-in-law Tom Ziese.  Bev was born Beverly...

PETERS, Mervyn Douglas On April 21, 2021, Mervyn Douglas Peters passed away at the age of 78 years old. His Passing was peaceful with his children at his side. He will be remembered fondly by his Oldest daughter Sherri Martinuk and her Family, His Oldest Son Cory Peters and his family, and his youngest son Carey Peters and his family. Mervyn D Peters was blessed with 10 grandchildren that will carry fond memories throughout the rest of their lives. Mervyn was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba...

On Tuesday April 20, 2021 Art passed away peacefully in Westlock Continuing Care at the age of 88 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Frieda of 60 years, daughters Linda (Kenneth) Arndt, Mary (Ron) Romanchuk, grandchildren Jennifer (Kaylon) Mathias, Christopher Arndt and his fiancé Stephanie Galliford. Art was predeceased by his brothers Ewald and Arnold Harke, and sister Emma Schabert. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a private family service will be held. In lieu of...

The all too soon passing of Kim Lebsack (nee McFadden, 1983), which occurred on Tuesday, April 19 2021, has left a hole in many hearts. Survived by her husband Kevin, her children Marcella, Georgia, and Kalvin, mother Chris, parents in law Evelyn, Horst, Laverne, & Nancy, sister Tara & Family, sisters in law Karen & Family, Christal & Family, brothers in law Tim & Family, and Mike & Family. Many Cousins, Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, and extended family members who...

July 29th, 1931 – April 11th, 2021 It is with sadness and much love that we mourn the passing of David Albert Rowntree of Smith, Alberta, on April 11th, 2021 at the age of 89 years old. He will be remembered by his son Fred (Janice) and daughters Barb (John) and Diana (Dale); his grandchildren Lyneve, Nick, John, Tom, Paul, Mike, Dan, and Lisa, as well as his 17 great-grandchildren. Dave may have been small in stature, but he was mighty in character. He provided guidance in all...

On April 10, 2021, Wally (Walter) Sczebel won his battle with cancer and moved on to heaven to hear “Well done good and faithful servant”, and to reunite with family and friends who have gone on before. He is survived by Roseanna, the love of his life for 74 years, his loving daughter Ione (Garry Rea), his one remaining sibling Pearl Humble, and many nieces and nephews with their extended families. Wally was a man who had a deep love for God and authentic faith in action. With...