Obituaries

Josefina Buendia August 5, 1962 – November 3, 2024 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Josefina Buendia, lovingly known as “Mama Pepot,” on November 3, 2024. Born on August 5, 1962, in La Union, Philippines, Josefina lived a life filled with love, kindness, and dedication to her family and community. She passed peacefully with her family around her, leaving a legacy of warmth and care. Josefina dedicated over two decades as an elementary teacher at Toro Hills in the Philippines from 1991 to 2013, impacting countless young lives. In 2014, she migrated to Regina, Canada, seeking new beginnings… Read complete obituary here.

With her family by her side, Vivian passed away on November 1, 2024 after a brief battle with brain cancer. Born April 25, 1945, in Zionville, New Brunswick, Vivian was the devoted wife to Bill Boyce for 63 beautiful years. First and foremost, mother to her children: Bill Boyce (Yanna), Donna Ennis (Rick), and Sandra Boyce. She was also a loving grandmother to Devin Boyce, Julie Boyce, Jamie Ennis, Jordan Ennis and Sam Smith. She was predeceased by her parents, George and Margaret Ross; brothers, Bob and Danny Ross; sister Martha Ryan; sister-in-law, Eileen Ross; brother-in-law, John Boyce and Norman… Read complete obituary here.

James Richards (Edmonton) passed away peacefully on 24 September 2024 at Athabasca Hospital shortly after a terminal diagnosis. He was surrounded by his family during his last moments. James is predeceased by his parents, Ross and Shirley; and brother, John. He is survived by his sister, Shelley (Colin); brother, Jeff (Marg); sister-in-law, Susan; and nieces, Victoria & Samantha; and nephew, James. James worked as a carpenter in Alberta and sometimes Ontario for most of his adult life. He semi-retired to rural Athabasca in 2009 where he built a nice cabin and embraced the country living. Back in July 2023 when… Read complete obituary here.

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

On Thursday, October 24, 2024, Withold ‘Bill’ Radtke of Edmonton passed away peacefully at the age of 92 years. He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Felicita (Phylis), four children; Ron (Maria) of Edmonton, Judy Steer (Carl) of Edmonton, Gordon (Leslie) of Sherwood Park, and Sindy Weber (Paul) of Edmonton, along with 6 grandchildren; Susan Barsness, Ryan Radtke, Julie-Marie Radtke (Tom), Elyse Ho (Allen), Evan Hildebrandt (Alisha), and Carlee Weber, as well as two great-grandchildren; Kohl and Tristen Barsness, and is predeceased by one great-grandchild, Carter Radtke. Bill is also survived by one sister, Emilie Dirr, and numerous… Read complete obituary here.

Florence Ferron passed away on October 23, 2024, in Edmonton, Alberta with family by her side after a long illness. Florence is survived by her two sons, Eric (Risa) and Justin; her grandsons, Fenix and Levi; her mother, Cecilia; and her siblings: Leon, Lucille (Kelly), Marc (Andrea), Edward (Cathy), Paul (Leora), Andrea, Maurice, Howard (JoAnn), and Loretta (Sebastien); as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Florence was predeceased by her father, Roger; and sister, Theresa. Besides raising her two sons, Florence enjoyed a career as a hair stylist and cosmetologist. She also worked in retail helping people find medical supports… Read complete obituary here.

Marie (Rene) passed away unexpectedly in her sleep at the age of 76. She was a dedicated grandmother to Dominic whom she cared for as his official guardian for most of his life. She is also survived by her children, Corey (Dominic’s father), and Christy (Ryan); her mother, Doris (Harry); sisters Lorrie (Kevin), and Cec (Doug).     Marie loved her family dearly including the many pets she had over the years. She loved plants and gardening, cooking, quilting and scrapbooking.     She will be deeply missed by all who loved her.  

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

Bob passed away peacefully in his sleep in his daughter’s home in Stony Plain, Alberta, shortly after a terminal diagnosis. In his words, he had a good life and was ready to see his wife and friends again. Born and raised mostly in the Tofield area, he travelled a bit before settling there and then moving to Edmonton with his family in 1967, where he remained until shortly before his death. Bob was predeceased by his wife, Peggy; granddaughter, Victoria Camano; parents, Thomas and Nancy Nahrebeski; brother and sister-in-law, Jim and Louise; and sister and brother-in-law, Ethel and Paul Chorney…. Read complete obituary here.