Obituaries

On Friday, February 7th our beloved father and grandfather, Gerhard “Gerry” Nowotny, passed away at the Elk Valley Hospital at the age of 91 years. In October 1951, Gerry immigrated to Canada from Germany and settled in the small mining town of Natal, BC where he met and married his wife Ilse. They built their home in Sparwood and watched their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren grow. Throughout his life, Gerry loved to tinker in his workshop, creating elaborate...

On Monday, February 3, 2020, Albert Roberts passed away at the Elk Valley Hospital at the age of 87 years. George Albert Gordon Roberts was born in Cranbrook, BC on July 16, 1932 to parents George and Annie. Albert is survived by his siblings and their families: Rachel (Donna) Roberts, Phyllis Caldwell and Barb (Jay) Schile. He was predeceased by siblings Roy, Margaret, Ruth and Harry. At his request, there will be no services held.

We are deeply saddened that Teresa Mary Naccarato passed away on February 2, 2020 after celebrating 96 years of life. She is with her beloved husband, Evaristo (Gris), and her parents, Peitro and Faustina Demartini. Teresa was born in Corbin, BC and spent her childhood between Corbin and Italy before finally settling in Fernie. It was here she met and married her husband Evaristo (Gris). Together they raised three boys: Peter, Richard and Norman. Teresa is survived by her three sons, Peter...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear father and grandfather, Archie Larke. Archie passed away peacefully with his family by his side on January 24th, 2020. Archie was born in Morden, Manitoba to parents Louie and Louise Larke. Archie was a twin and 1 of 12 children, 6 of which are still with us today. Archie loved spending time with his family, going for coffee to Tim Hortons with his friends and was always ready for good conversation with anyone who crossed...

Annette Rose Bailey, 84, passed away January 24, 2020. She was born in Natal, BC on June 18, 1935 and lived her entire life in the Elk Valley. Annette married the love of her life, the late Keith Bailey, May 24th, 1958 and enjoyed 55 years of marriage. Besides her loving husband Keith, Annette was predeceased by her infant son Gary, as well as her parents and two sisters. Left to mourn her loss are her children: Keith, Colleen (Mike), and Lynnette (Rob), and grandchildren: Lacey (Travis),...

Triston was born in Cranbrook, BC on September 27, 1999.  He grew up in Elkford, BC where he graduated from Elkford Secondary School in 2017.  Triston loved snowmobiling, dirt-biking, skiing and fishing with his dad and friends.  He lived life to the fullest.  His family and friends will remember his wit and humour, compassion for others, his daredevil nature and infectious smile. He will be greatly missed by his parents Ronda and Phil, sister Taylor, grandparents Rod...

Maren Thiesen was born Maren Rasmussen Feb 2, 1926 in Denmark. She was the 5th child of 13. She came to Vancouver BC Canada in 1957 and worked as an RN with polio patients. She was a devoted, competent, alert practitioner who loved her career. In 1959 she married Aage Christiansen Thiesen and raised two daughters with him. She is survived by Linda Thiesen of Tsawassen BC and Karin Wardle of Fernie BC. (Aage sadly left us in 1990). Also, by her adoring grandchildren Finn, Kaya, Valerie,...