All Obituaries

James (Jamie) Harold Ehrman It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dad, James “Jamie” Harold Ehrman, who passed away on July 30, 2026, at the Drumheller Hospital at the age of 66, following many years of health challenges. Jamie was born on February 1, 1960, in Three Hills, Alberta, to Harold and Marian Ehrman, and was raised in Torrington. He graduated from Trochu High School in 1978 before beginning a career at the Wimborne Gas Plant, where he dedicated ...

Terry Lee Sigfusson August 31, 1957 – July 29, 2026   Terry Lee Sigfusson, best known to many as “Spud,” passed away at the age of 68 on July 29, 2026, after a challenging, yet courageous battle with cancer. He fought with tenacity, strength, and humour right to the end.   Terry was a devoted craftsman, a loyal friend, and a gentle, playful soul who loved his family, history, and a well-crafted piece of wood. Born in Wynyard, Saskatchewan, Terry moved with ...

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Susan Marie DeFoor on July 28, 2026 at the age of 75 years.  Susan passed away in Red Deer, Alberta.  Susan will be remembered for her sunny disposition, she always had a smile for everyone whether she knew them or not.  You could see Susan often all over the valley on her scooter with a smile and a wave.  She will be sadly missed by her loving family.   "Smile and the world will smile back at you"

In Loving Memory of Jean (Marjorie) Phyllis Tchir June 23, 1935 - July 20, 2026 With heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Jean (Marjorie) Phyllis Tchir on July 20, 2026 at the age of 91. Jean was born on June 23, 1935, in Thorsby, Alberta to Stanley and Eva Kupka.  She was raised on the family farm with her brothers, where she developed the strong work ethic and love of family that remained with her throughout her life. On August 20, 1955, Jean married William ...

Bernice Vivian Ziegler (Permann) April 15, 1932 - July 18, 2026 Bernice passed away peacefully with family by her side on July 18, 2026 at the age of 94, at the Long-Term Care Centre in Olds, Alberta. Bernice was born on April 15, 1932 and was the only child of Jake and Alma Permann. She grew up on the farm near Carbon, Alberta, one mile east of the Zion Baptist Church. On February 18, 1954, Bernice married Elmer Ziegler and they lived in a tiny house across the highway from her parents. ...

Mary Jane Jackson (Neill) It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Jane Jackson (Neill), who passed away on July 2, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on July 14, 1936, in Edmonton, Alberta, Mary grew up on the family farm near Morrin, Alberta. After living in Calgary for several years, she returned to Morrin with her nine children. She later worked in healthcare, where she met the love of her life, Don. They married in 1977 and built their home on the family farm near ...

Mabel Shipton June 7, 1929 ~ July 13, 2026 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Mabel Shipton on July 13, 2026, at the Drumheller Health Centre surrounded by her family at the age of 97 years. Mabel was born in Castor, Alberta on June 7, 1929, to parents Rose and George Renschler.  She took her schooling in Castor.  Later on she met and married Clarence Shipton. Mabel and Clarence lived in many places during their marriage due to Clarence’s ...

Morse Jeffrey Lee May 20, 1981 - July 12, 2026 Jeff was a man who couldn’t look at a piece of junk without seeing a challenge.  He lived for the moment of seeing a ‘left for dead’ vehicle and knowing he had to bring it back to life! He brought the same passion to his day job transforming dirt berms into beautiful landscapes with the trees he planted. But Jeff’s real passion was taking his family camping.  His absolute happiest days were spent on the ...

It is with deep sadness that the family of Allan Raymond Dau of Drumheller announces his peaceful passing at home on July 5, 2026, at the age of 84, surrounded by his loving family after a lengthy battle with COPD. Allan was the beloved husband of Jane Dau, devoted father to Nicholas Dau, and stepfather to Jane’s daughters Rhoda and Monica Vaness. He was born in Trochu, Alberta, on March 15, 1942, to Raymond and Margaret Dau, and raised on the family farm just east of Three ...

Kaj Guldberg May 19, 1940 – June 20, 2026 Kaj Guldberg was born to Georg and Anna Guldberg on May 19, 1940, in the village of Lyne, West Jutland, Denmark. He passed away peacefully at the Drumheller Regional Health Centre on June 20, 2026, at the age of 86. Kaj spent his early years on the family farm near Lyne alongside his parents and siblings. After completing his schooling in Denmark, he fulfilled his mandatory military service before working as a pig consultant, travelling to ...