Obituaries

Robert Harold Edmonstone passed away peacefully at Edmonton General Continuing Care, on March 13, 2024. Robert was predeceased by his loving parents, Robert and Mareta Edmonstone. He will be remembered by his siblings, Cliff Edmonstone (Mary), Katharine Edmonstone, Frances Grant (Gary, deceased), and Mary Rowe (Don). Robert is survived by his children, Victoria, Rachel, Virginia, and Robert. The family would like to express our gratitude to the staff of EGCC for caring for “Bob” and “treating him like a king.” Private family service will be held in Owen Sound, Ontario.

Wolfgang Hans Hoffmann, aged 75, passed away peacefully in his sleep, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Germany on March 1949, he embarked on a remarkable journey that led him to Canada in 1954. Wolfgang is predeceased by his son, Russell; parents, Eleonore, and Werner; and stepmother, Frieda. He leaves behind cherished memories and a legacy of love. Survived by his two devoted daughters, Amy (Mike) and Carmen (Cody); Wolfgang was a proud grandfather to Damian, Connor, Xavior, and Nataleah; sister, Brigitte (Randy); and brothers, Peter, and Karl (Madeleine) whom shared in his adventures and joys. Numerous nieces… Read complete obituary here.

The family of Patricia Lee Walker of Edmonton, Alberta is saddened to announce her passing on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at the age of 83 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her children: John Reichel (Debbie) of Winnipeg, Manitoba, and Bobbie Pichette (Wade) of Edmonton, Alberta; seven grandchildren; two step grandchildren; and six great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her two husbands, Robert (Bob) Reichel and John Walker; daughter, Francee (Fran) Pungor; brother, William Jellison; sister, Joyce Barnett; and her parents, Joseph and Frances Jellison. Patricia (Pat) was born Patricia Lee Jellison in the City of Waterloo Iowa on… Read complete obituary here.

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Clay MacCumber of Edmonton, Alberta, on February 28, 2024, at the age of 88. Clay was born in Bramber, Nova Scotia, on April 6, 1935, to his parents, Ethel and Jimmy Macumber. Clay will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Lila of 59 years; his son, Perry (Sandra) Dominey of California; daughter, Angie (Ron); and granddaughter, Natasha Macumber of Edmonton; his sister, Doreen Tucker of Burlington, Nova Scotia; as well as several nieces and nephews; and many, many friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Ethel… Read complete obituary here.

Anita Smith passed away surrounded by family on February 20, 2024. She is predeceased by her husband, Ken Smith; and survived by her children, Deb (Jim) Clegg, Sandy (Tim) McRae, Gary (Helen) Smith, Alan (Janet) Smith, Keri-Lee (Miles) Konrad, and Todd (Andrea) Smith; 13 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren. At her request, there will be no service.

Raelyn was born in St. Albert, Alberta to her parents Gary Norton and Deidre Burshtinski. She was raised in Athabasca, Edmonton, and Grande Prairie, Alberta. Raelyn passed away in Grande Prairie, Alberta suddenly and way before her time. She leaves behind her parents; son, King; two sisters, Richelle and Reanna; and many others who loved her dearly. No service will be held at this time, a private family gathering may be held sometime in the future.

It is with great love and sadness we announce that Sean Michael Pringle of Edmonton, Alberta, passed away peacefully at the age of 49 on February 6, 2024 after a heroic three-year battle with pancreatic cancer. Sean (aka “H’) was a loving husband, son, brother, uncle and friend. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Jen; mother, Pat Murphy; brother, Kevin (Dawne); niece, Lucy; nephew, Owen; step-sister, Victoria Domshy (Paul); as well as numerous friends and extended family. He is predeceased by his father, Jim (Charmaine). He will be remembered for his patient and gentle nature. Never one to… Read complete obituary here.

On February 20th, 2024, Ruby Barry took her last breath. After a few difficult years, Ruby lost her last battle in the early morning hours at the U of A hospital. Ruby leaves behind her only child, her daughter, Laura Lee; three grandchildren, Katelyn (Tyler), Marcus, and Payton; as well as one great granddaughter, Addison. Also, brothers, Claude (Gaylene) and Donald (Betty) Robinson; sisters, Pearle (Horace) MacNevin, Emma Robinson, and Wilma (Ewan) Stetson; as well as a multitude of nieces and nephews. Ruby was born on her beloved Prince Edward Island to William and Vera (Baglole) Robinson. but Edmonton was… Read complete obituary here.

Hospital visit, too late, already gone… Her sister said, “She is home with Mom and Dad and her Lord”, because Vi accepted the Lord as her Savior when she was a little girl. She had 4-5 bouts of pneumonia, this was her last one… Never again. Revelation 21:4 And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. Violet Rose Burfield passed away in Viking, Alberta on February 16, 2024, at the age of 75,… Read complete obituary here.