November 1, 1932 – January 8, 2020

With profound sadness we announce the passing of Genevieve Joyce Punter (nee Graven) she left us while sleeping peacefully at the University of Alberta Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta on Wednesday, January 8, 2020, in her 87^th year. She was born in Humboldt, Saskatchewan to Frank and Nettie (nee Huculak) Graven on November 1, 1932. Genevieve was our loving and devoted mother and friend to all those whose lives she touched. She was a beloved mother to her children, Todd and Tracy; proud grandmother of Tyler Young and Devan Young; loving sister to her surviving siblings, Marion, Doris, Carol and Dennis. She will also be missed by many wonderful nieces, nephews, extended family and dear friends. Genevieve was predeceased by her husband, Kenneth Robert Punter; parents, Frank and Nettie (nee Huculak) Graven; and her sister, Joan Ball. The family would like to offer their many thanks and appreciation to the nurses and doctors at the University of Alberta Hospital that were part of her care team. Their kindness, professionalism, and caring nature was top notch and meant the world to those who loved her.

Interment Service
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
at 1:00 pm
Northern Lights Cemetery
15203 Campbell Road
Edmonton, Alberta

Following the Interment family invites you to join them for a light lunch and time of fellowship at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 271, 6 Tache Street, St. Albert, Alberta.

November 30, 1937 ~ January 4, 2020

On January 4, 2020, Willa May Heyden of Edmonton, formerly of St. Paul passed away at the age of 82 years. Willa is survived by her husband, Raymond of Edmonton; 1 son, Barry of Edmonton; 1 daughter, Pamela (Giovanni) of Edmonton; 2 step-sons, Dale of Chetwynd, BC, Larry (Cristie) of Beaumont; 2 step-daughters, Heather (Randy) of Edmonton, Valerie (Tom) of Edmonton; 1 sister, Patricia of Sherwood Park; sister-in-law, Audrey of Edmonton; grandchildren, Stephen, Kris, Charmaine, Cheyenne, Tammy, Adam, Natasha and Morgan; great-grandchildren, Morgan, Jaxon, Knight, Hunter, Khalia, Phoenix, Norman, and Destany; Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Willa was predeceased by her parents, Charles and Katherine; 1 brother, Gary; 1 son, Brian; 1 brother-in-law, Ron; and 1 son-in-law, Norm.

Celebration of Life
Saturday, January 18, 2020
at 11:00 am
Fort Road Victory Church
13470 Fort Road
Edmonton, Alberta

November 1, 1979 ~ January 3, 2020

With great sadness the family of Jonathan “JR” Roy Hildred announce his passing on Friday, January 3, 2020 at the age of 40 years. JR will be loved forever, and is survived by his parents, Sharon and Bruce Hildred; daughters, Emma and Ellie; as well as his brothers, sister, aunts, uncles, and many cousins across North America.

We may have lived far apart but we were always finding ways to visit and enjoy each others company through the years.

JR will leave a huge hole in the family, and we will all be looking out for his girls.

Celebration of Life
Monday, January 13, 2020
at 11:00 am
Sturgeon Memorial Funeral Chapel
5016 – 47 Avenue
Bon Accord, Alberta

November 19, 1930 – December 10, 2019

Frederick Richard Upham of Morinville, Alberta passed away on December 10, 2019 at the age of 89 years.

Richard leaves his loving wife of 65 years, Betty; daughter, Susan & husband Brad; son, Stephen & wife Gerry; son, Paul & wife Andrea; daughter, Kathryn & husband Dean; brother, Hedley & wife Marion; ten grandchildren and (five) great grandchildren; as well numerous extended family friends.

Frederick, more generally known as ‘Richard’ was born in the parish of Rose Ash in N. Devon England. He emigrated to Canada on March 8, 1972. Richard loved farming. He always considered it a blessing to have been raised in Christian home, and on a farm. Dairy farming and ministry became his passions, both of which he followed in England and Canada.

In his own words Richard said “How wonderful it was to have been taught to serve the Creator and human kind.” He found both to be fulfilling, especially in Canada where he served as Pastor and Preacher.

Richard was predeceased by his father, William Kingdon Upham and his mother, Elizabeth Ann (nee Rudd) Upham.

Celebration Of Life
January 11, 2020
at 1:00 pm
Morinville Baptist Church
431 Grandin Drive
Morinville, Alberta
T8R 1J1

A gathering for further celebration and reminiscing will follow in the Basement of the church.

August 21, 1952 ~ December 9, 2019

The family of Dan Carroll, sadly announce his passing on Monday, December 9, 2019 at the age of 67 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Mary Carroll (nee Ratko); children, Tom Carroll, Misty (Richard) Anderson Omura, and Sarah (David) Becker; grandchildren, Dustin Becker, Grace Becker and Kai Anderson Omura; mother, Mary Carroll (nee Ebbs); siblings, Bonnie (Murray) Hahn, Connie Fidlin, Frank Carroll and John (Rita) Carroll; brother in-laws, Steve Ratko and Joe Ratko; as well as numerous extended family and friends.

Dan was predeceased by his father, Frank Carroll and brother in-law, John Ratko.

Celebration of Life
Saturday, January 25, 2020
at 1:00 pm
Fable Garden Hall
10010 – 101 Avenue
Morinville, Alberta

Memorial Donations

Dan liked to help those in need when possible so in lieu of flowers the family would like to honor his memory by requesting that you consider offering an act of kindness to someone in need.

October 15, 1933 ~ November 26, 2019

David Melnychuk of Egremont, Alberta, formerly of Smoky Lake,Barich, Alberta passed away on November 26,2019 at he age of 86 years. He is survived by wife of 56 years, Katie; daughters grandchildren,great grandchildren:
Carmen (Denis),Nicole (Robert),&Erika Sabourin; Karen; Shannon,Kevin (Alicia)Deegan, Addyson, Bradley (Stephanie) Oaklyn, Branden Rogoza; Iona(Roy),Quinton&Ronan Bailey; as well as numerous extended family and friends.

At David’s request no service will be held.

October 31, 1962 ~ December 7, 2019

On December 7, 2019 Tammy finally found peace. She is survived by her loving husband, Gerard; her children, Brad Smok, Randy (Jasslyn) Smok, Darcy Banks and Kenny Banks; her step children and grandchildren, Lisa (Brad) Comeau-McDow, Collette Cooke and her son Dylan, Tabatha Banks and her sons Caleb and Lane, and Adam Banks; her honorary daughter, Shauna Moneta and her daughter Marlee; her mother, Evelyn Bonogofski; sister, Cori (Don) Bonogofski; her brother Kevin (Nicolette) Bonogofski; as well as numerous extended family and friends.

Tammy was pre-deceased by her father, Ralph Bonogofski; her first husband and father to Brad and Randy, Garry Smok.

Memorial Donations

In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to
Canadian Diabetes Association and/or The Heart and Stroke Foundation

June 9, 1985 ~ November 18, 2019

Marshall will be deeply missed by family and many dear friends. He is survived by his wife, Candice; daughter, Maggie; his dad, Don Minick; mom, Wanda McIntyre (Brian); grandma, Nettie Jeane McIntyre; sisters, Shawna, Erin and Sandra; brothers, Kyle, Travis and Stephen. Marshall was born in Winnipeg and at the age of 5, he and his mom moved to St. Albert. He grew up in the greater Edmonton area. In his early twenties, he moved to Fernie to explore his dreams. He moved back to Edmonton and in time, worked at completing more of his electrical education. In February 2014 he met the woman who would become his wife and the mother of his precious little girl Maggie, whom he loved so much.

He was predeceased by his Papa James Minick, Grandpa Mac McIntyre, and Auntie Heather Hinecker.

Memorial Service
Wednesday, November 27, 2019
at 1:00 pm
Christ Community Church
25230 Township Road 542
Sturgeon County, Alberta

October 7, 1996 – November 13, 2019

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of our beautiful son Joseph.

Those who knew Joseph even just a little bit, have lost a shining light in their lives.

In addition to his parents, Kyle and Kim; he is survived by his brother, Noah; his two sisters, Brooklynn and Madisen; his Great Grandma, Addie; as well as his Grandparents, Karen, Rena and Clint. He will also be sadly missed by his Uncle Monte, Uncle Trav, and Auntie Trina; as well as many other Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, extended family and so many friends.

We take comfort in knowing that Joseph has joined his Gido (Ted), his Papa (Roy) and his Papa Rick in Heaven. We know that we will see him again one day.

We will miss his kind, kind heart, his beautiful brown eyes sparkling with laughter and his contagious smile for the rest of our lives. But most of all we will miss his hugs. Joseph gave the best, most tight hugs. He never said Hello or Goodbye without one and he never hesitated to say the words “I love you”.

Joseph had a God given gift of making people laugh and smile. He was always joking around and being goofy just to watch someone else laugh. His natural mechanical ability and love of working on trucks (actually anything that had an engine) was a huge part of who he was. Our boy has always loved all things adrenaline filled; dirt biking, quadding and most especially drifting in his truck. Snowboarding with his family was something he never passed up. Any chance he got, he would be shooting things, fishing, hunting and hanging out with his friends or family, all while singing with any of the many songs he would have blasting out of his phone.

Joseph had so much goodness and so much capacity to bring happiness and helpfulness to those around him. The world is a lesser place without him.

“Very truly I tell you, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life and will not be judged but has crossed over from death to life.” 
John 5:24

Celebration of Joseph’s Life
Friday, November 22, 2019
at 1:00 pm
Sturgeon Alliance Church
4910 – 52 Street
Gibbons, Alberta

December 31, 1936 – November 4, 2019

It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Sarah Ballantyne on Monday, November 4, 2019 at 82 years of age. She is reunited with her beloved husband of 47 years, Mervin Yaholnitsky.

Sarah will be deeply missed by her daughter, Robin (Gary) of Bon Accord, Alberta; son, Randy (Susan) of Windsor, Ontario. Sarah was cherished Meme to Kyle of Bon Accord, Alberta; grandmother to Curtis, Sheldon, Tyler, and Cory of Windsor, Ontario.

Sarah was predeceased by her husband, Mervin Yaholnitsky in 2018; son, Ricky in 2015; and her mother, Alta White (nee Hudson).

There will be no service as per her wishes.