We Remember

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

Harvey David Walker of Vulcan, beloved husband of Sandra, passed away at the Rockyview Hospital in Calgary on September 17, 2023 at the age of 87 years.
Besides his loving wife Sandra, Harvey is survived by his sons – David (Claudia) and Allen (Gladys ) Walker, 4 grandchildren, Colton, Michaela, Cassidy, & Shawn and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, step mother and all his siblings.
At Harvey’s request, a formal service will not be held at this time.
Tributes in Harvey’s memory can be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada Southern Alberta Branch-6007 1A Street SW, Calgary,

Wisener, Magdelina “Lena” of Vulcan, peacefully passed away at Vulcan Extendicare September 11, 2023 at the age of 103 years.
Lena was born at Marianthal, Saskatchewan, daughter of Michael and Katherine Ehrmantraut. Lena left the family farm near Bienfait, Saskatchewan in the early 1940’s to work in Ottawa as a clerk for the war effort, registering military men and women until 1946. That job ended and she was offered another job in Calgary to work as a data processor. She met the love of her life, George Wisener, after a Mass at St. Mary’s Cathedral in 1950. They were married in

Jacob ‘Jake’ Elias of Vulcan, AB, beloved husband of Mary, passed away at the Vulcan Community Health Centre on September 1, 2023 at the age of 95 years.
Jake was born September 6, 1927 at Stanley, MB, youngest son of Johann and Maria Elias. He was raised in Manitoba and has resided with his loving family in Vulcan since 1968. He was employed with Coop Implements in Manitoba and Vulcan until his retirement.
Besides his loving wife Mary of 67 years, Jake is survived by his three daughters – Connie (John) Black, Colleen (Terry) Lachance and Yvonne Elias; four sons – Terry

Catherine Susan Norma (nee: Small) Davis “Cathy Sue” passed away August 22, 2023 in Calgary at the age of 39 years.
Beloved mother of Riley, Macey and Grady Werewka of Taber, a daughter Maya of Vulcan, her husband Reed Davis of Vulcan, two brothers Robert (Julie) Powers of Hinton, James Small of Vulcan, and a sister Susan (Glen) Schmeelke. Cathy Sue was well known as Cousin Sibling to Kolby (Michael Williams and son Edward), Wade and Travis Schmeelke and numerous nieces and nephews. Cathy Sue was predeceased by her parents Robert and Frances Small, her infant daughter Jenna Werewka in 2003,

Wade Alexander Speer
June 2, 1984 – August 24, 2023
Wade passed away suddenly at the age of 39 years . He is survived by his parents Rodney and Sandra, brothers Lee and Jonathan ( Di Anne), Grandmother Jean Schuiling along with many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.
He graduated High School in Vulcan, Alberta and completed his Heavy Equipment Technician certification as well as completing Welding courses. He was never afraid of hard work and always needed to be busy.
Wade loved to travel and was quite the adventurer. He had been to Australia , New Zealand, India, Thailand, Vietnam and Mexico, where he