Obituaries

Solvei ‘Chris’ Speelman of Touchmark at Wedgewood in Edmonton, has passed away peacefully at the age of 95. Born in Olds, Alberta, Chris grew up on the farm northeast of town, attending school at Betchton and Olds. Her first occupation was a Switchboard operator in Olds. In 1950, she and a friend worked in Vancouver for awhile, then returned to Olds. In 1951 she went to work in Yellowknife, where she met Ric, who was coaching her ball team. They married Feb.14,1953, in Olds, and moved to Hanna, where Gary, Janice and Barbara were born. In 1957 they moved to… Read complete obituary here.

William ‘Bill’ Edward Saurette, aged 82, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 20, 1941, Bill was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend who touched the lives of many with his kindness and easy ways. Bill is survived by his wife, Cheryl Ann; his sons, Patrick (Doris) and Nathan; his stepchildren, Jeff and Janelle; and his cherished grandchildren: Matthew, Allie, Theodore, Ethan, Chloe, Roan, and Malcolm. He was proud of his enduring relationships with his ex-wives, Donna Mae and Betty, who remained dear to him throughout his life. Bill spent his… Read complete obituary here.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sharon Ann Fuller (nee Weeks). Sharon was the kindest, gentlest and most thoughtful of people, loved by all who met her. She had a warm smile and the amazing ability to make everyone feel special and appreciated. Sharon was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend. Sharon will remain forever in the hearts of her loving husband, Bob; children, Kelly and Linda (Jon); and granddaughters, Ashlyn, Jessah and Halle. Sharon will be missed by all who knew her. Sharon was born in Nanaimo and moved to… Read complete obituary here.

Cremation has taken place at Capital City Cremation in Edmonton, Alberta.

Cremation has taken place at Capital City Cremation in Edmonton, Alberta.

Cremation has taken place at Capital City Cremation in Edmonton, Alberta.

Cremation has taken place at Capital City Cremation in Edmonton, Alberta. 

Cremation has taken place at Capital City Cremation in Edmonton, Alberta.