We Remember

Janet Evangeline McAuley, of Lomond, passed away at the Vulcan Community Health Centre on November 8, 2023 at the age of 87 years.
Janet was born June 2, 1936 to Eunice and Harris Smith in Innisfail, AB. She was the oldest of four children. She grew up on a farm outside of Rocky Mountain House and she attended a one room school house just down the road from home. As she grew up, there were many adventures with the family – times at the Saw Mill with family, picnics and berry picking with her mom. She babysat for family members, when

Gordon Roberts, of Vulcan (formerly of Arrowwood), passed away at Vulcan Extendicare on November 8, 2023 at the age of 85 years.
Gordon was born October 13, 1938 at Arrowwood, AB, George and Lola Roberts’ first child. He spent his early years living on the Buffalo Hills Ranch, the only child there until his sister Arlene was born. He attended the Arrowwood and Mossleigh schools and then Olds Ag College and TECH (now SAIT) for Diesel Mechanics and Welding. During the winters of 1961 and 1962, he worked with a seismic crew in the High Level and Whitecourt area. He returned

Morley Vernon ‘Taxi’ MacKenzie
February 11, 1945 – October 30, 2023
The family of Taxi MacKenzie of Vulcan are saddened to announce his passing at the Vulcan Community Health Center on October 30, 2023 at the age of 78 years.
Morley Vernon MacKenzie was born February 11, 1945 in Charlottetown, PEI to John and Hannah MacKenzie, and raised here with his siblings.
Taxi was a runaway from home at the age of 14 years old. He worked his way at small jobs over the province until he got to Alberta, where he started working at LK (XL) Ranches for 25 years. Not long after

Jennifer, our precious daughter and Clayton’s beloved sister, passed away on October 14, 2023, at the age of 39.
Jennifer loved her family, children, music, and God. Her childhood was full of fun and laughter, playing with dolls, her brother and friends. From a young age, Jennifer’s love for music was evident. Her passion and personal discipline helped her become an accomplished pianist and she would eventually also learn guitar and vocals.
As a teenager, she discovered her love and gift of helping children with special needs and found a job with Pacekids. While attending U of C, she felt God calling

Helene Charlotte (Lund) Henrickson 1940 – 2023
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Helene Henrickson, beloved wife of the late Marvin Henrickson. Helene passed away peacefully at the RockyView General Hospital in Calgary Alberta, on Sunday, October 15th, 2023.
She leaves behind: son Lorne (Connie) Henrickson; daughter Loreen Henrickson Ormon; grandchildren Stephanie (Derek) Chez, Cassidy (Ismahan) Henrickson, Ashley (Brandon) Cecchini, Chantal Ormon and Colton Ormon; as well as 7 great-grandchildren.
Helene was predeceased by her beloved husband Marvin, her parents Charles and Gertrude Lund, her sister Leona Dilse and numerous aunts and uncles.
A public service will be held

Romeo Joseph Beneteau of Vulcan passed away at the Vulcan Community Health Centre October 5, 2023 at the age of 76.
Romeo was born November 12, 1946 in Windsor, Ontario. Romeo was a farmer for most of his life, alongside his brother Harvey, who loyally supported each other throughout their entire lives. They left the family farm in 1969 when Romeo was 23, and headed west. They found themselves farming in Manitoba for 14 years before making their way to Alberta in 1989. The worked in Coronation, and then in Arrowwood and Mossleigh, where they decided to start a tire recycling

Larry Wayne O’Keefe (formerly of Hinton, AB) passed away in Vulcan on October 8, 2023 at the age of 83 years.
Larry lived his best life. He was a loving husband and father, grandfather and friend who enjoyed many activities and hobbies.
In his later years Larry was quite the escape artist; he escaped many a time from the Vulcan county hospital (ha ha)!
Remaining to cherish Larry’s memory is his loving wife Sharon, daughter Corinna (Mark), son Darren, two brothers John and Murray (Lara); grandchildren Carlene (Calvin), Dustin (Laura), Jorden (Lanilyn), Kaitlyn and Shae-lyn, numerous great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and extended family.

The family of Gary McKinnon wishes to express our sincere thanks for the kind expressions of sympathy and support we have received from family, friends and the community. Special thanks to everyone for the flowers, visits, food, cards, and phone calls.
A huge thank you to Pat and Jan of the Vulcan Funeral Home for your care, compassion and guidance shown to us at such a difficult time. Thanks to Sue MacDonald, who lead us through a beautiful, meaningful service and to Eileen Kosasih and Stewart Surman for the musical tributes. Thanks to the United Church Women for preparing and serving

It is with heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of Gary McKinnon, of Vulcan, beloved husband of Maxine, at the Vulcan Community Hospital, October 3, 2023, at the age of 71 years.
Besides his loving wife Maxine of 49 years, Gary is lovingly remembered by his son Kevin, daughter Kristine (Kelly) Mix and grandchildren Grayson and Kailey Mix. He is also survived by his siblings, Lorraine (Jim) Dibben, Bob, Dale, Jean (Jim) Bristowe, and Marlene, along with numerous nieces and nephews. Brothers-in-law Howard, Harry, Norman, Gary, Dean, and Glen Pickering and sisters-in-law Elsie (Art) Friesen and Laura (Lorne) McGowan. He

The Wisener family would like to express our sincere thanks for all the kindness and support we received. Thank you to everyone for all the prayers, cards, flowers and food. We were deeply touched by your words of condolence and your kindness.
A huge thank you to Jan Loree, Mason, Peter, Lee Anne, Pastor Dave and Corrina for all your help. Thanks to the Candlelight Circle ladies for providing the delicious luncheon and thank you to everyone that attended our mom’s service. Our family truly appreciated each one of you.
We would also like to thank the Extendicare staff for being mom’s