Obituaries

With very heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Barb Ross. Barb was born in Prince George, BC. After moving to a few towns, the Little's family found a home in Arborfield, Saskatchewan. There Barb attended the Arborfield school. Barb loved sports and was also a cheerleader for the school. Growing up, Barb did lots of camping with the family. Barb loved music, whether listening to it or singing it herself. Barb loved everyone she met; she loved her kids, grandkids,...

With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved wife, mother and Grammi Ida Helen Thoma, on September 6, 2022, at the University of Alberta Hospital.  She grew up in Friedenstal and later moved to Fairview, where she married Peter. She loved music, gardening, yard work, baking and watching the Oilers play hockey. She was very artistic and made beautiful stained glass. Spending time with family was her greatest joy. Ida's survived by her husband Peter of 58 years....

Our beloved husband, father, grandpa and great grandpa passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2022 in the Fairview Hospital at the age of 91. Trevor was born to Charles and Elsie (Wells) Jones in Vancouver, B.C. He grew up in Richmond on Lulu Island. Trevor graduated from Richmond High School in 1949 and from the University of British Columbia in 1954. During his growing up years, Trevor and his brother Don developed a passion for horses. It was a natural transition for both to hire on with...

It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Elsie Elizabeth Gruenke at the age of 93. Elsie is survived by her son Larry and his wife Brenda, her brother Wilfred, and sisters Evelyn and Katie. She was predeceased by her husband Paul, her parents Louis and Margaret, and six of her brothers. A service will be held at a later date. Care entrusted to Peace Valley Funeral Home Fairview

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, and beloved sister, grandma, auntie, and friend Diana Lee McBride (Montgomery) on September 2, 2022 at Grande Prairie Regional Hospital in Alberta.  At the time of her death Mom was surrounded by many members of her loving family, all of whom are comforted by, and deeply grateful for, the opportunity to say their goodbyes in person.  Mom was predeceased by her parents, Clifford and Theresa, her sisters Sharon...

John (Andy) passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 25, 2022. Andy worked as a millwright for years. He lived all over until his parents settled in Woking, where he met and married Merry-Anne. Later they moved to Hines Creek in August 1985.  Andy is survived by his wife Merry-Anne of 51 years,  His six children. John, Elizabeth, Patrick, Stuart (Cassie), Patrick, Charles and Michael,11 grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. His brother Larry (Paulette), sister...

It is with heavy hearts that we her family announce the unexpected passing of Cindy Campbell on September 30, 2021. Cindy was loved by all that knew her. Her kind heart, sense of humor, and loving smile will forever be etched in our hearts. Cindy absolutely whole heartedly loved her family unconditionally and was always there for them. Her children and grandchildren are her whole world, she couldn’t be more proud of them all. She always put everyone first. Cindy loved her home,...

Long time resident of Hines Creek and Fairview, John Petrowich passed away on August 7, 2022. John was born on April 28, 1931 in Peace Grove, Alberta and was one of 4 sons of Wasyl and Mary who immigrated from Ukraine in 1927. In 1942, John, his parents and brothers Steve and Walter moved from Peace Grove to Royce district where they settled on the family homestead. John loved farming and it became his life long passion. John started his teenage years working on threshing crews during the...

It is with heavy hearts the family advises that Grimshaw resident Winnie Gayton passed away unexpectedly on December 29, 2020 due to a sudden illness, at the age of 85 years. Winnie was well known as a dedicated and capable volunteer who could be found doing whatever needed doing, from cleaning and yard work, to chairing a meeting, or making sandwiches, for many organizations and causes. A devout Roman Catholic, Winnie was a woman who lived her faith, often helping out people who had...

George Melnyk, beloved husband, father, and grandfather; passed away peacefully at the age of 85, on August 3rd, 2022. George left to mourn his wife Betty, daughters Rose (Lawrence), Bertha (Brian), and Joyce (Lee). Also his grandchildren Carter, Dylan, Matthew, Jonathan, Nathan, Ella and Jack. Loved by all, George is remembered as a valued friend, and loving family man. George was an adoring father and always willing to lend a helping hand. Whether it be supporting his daughters educational...