Northern Lights Funeral Chapel

02/12/2026

On Tuesday, February 10, 2026 the family of Rosie Agnes Martial announces her peaceful passing at the age of 86 years.

Rosie is lovingly survived by her spouse: George Beaulieu; 6 children: Bobby Martial, Barry (Dorothy) Martial, Janice Cutarm, Allen (Janice) Martial, Doug Martial, Laura Roasting; 14 grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; 2 siblings: Frank Charland, Irene Charland; as well as numerous extended family.

Rosie was predeceased by her son: Ervin Martial; grandsons: Julian Cutarm, Floyd Jr. Roasting; siblings: Rod Charland, Edna Minoose, Theresa Minoose, Charlie Charland, Rene Charland, Annie Dopson.

Wake, Thursday, February 12, 2026 (leaving Northern Lights Funeral Chapel, Bonnyville at 2:00 p.m.), Cold Lake First Nations Spiritual Centre.

Mass of Christian Burial, Friday February 13, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., St. Raphael's Roman Catholic Church, Cold Lake First Nations.

02/11/2026

02/11/2026

On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, Kelly Janvier passed away in Edmonton, Alberta at the age of 51 years.

Kelly is lovingly survived by his spouse: Jennifer Fiddler; mother: Annie (Terry) Cobourne; father: Allen Gladue; second mother’s: Cindy (Jim) Wilder, Grace Janvier; 7 children: Angelica Julien, Kane Desjarlais, Tristen Jacko, Kelly Jacko, Katrina Lander, Jakob Berland, Adam Blackman; 4 step-children; 7 grandchildren: Harrietta Favel-Desjarlais, Kenyan Favel-Desjarlais, Landon Julien, Julie Favel-Desjarlais, Kane Favel-Desjarlais, Kaynian Favel-Desjarlais, Oaklan Jacko; 8 siblings: Timothy Janvier, Kirk Janvier, Terry Cobourne, Mary (Scott) Woodman, Brandi Logan, April Lajimodiere, Shawn Aullotte, Allen Berland; 2 step-siblings: Allen Cobourne, Tammy Peter; 3 adoptive siblings: Tracey Janvier, Tara Janvier, Norman Janvier;
as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended relatives and friends.

Kelly was predeceased by his granddaughter: Kelly-Ann Favel-Desjarlais; siblings: Eric Stonechild, Vernon Calliou, Doris Calliou; paternal grandparents: Edward & Maggie Gladue; maternal grandparents: Narcisse “Pete” & Dorothee Janvier.

2 day Wake, Saturday (leaving Northern Lights Funeral Chapel, Bonnyville at 1:00 p.m.) & Sunday, February 14 & 15, 2026 at Cold Lake First Nations Spiritual Centre, Cold Lake First Nations.

Funeral Service, Monday, February 16, 2026 at 11:00 a.m., St. Raphael’s Roman Catholic Church, Cold Lake First Nations with interment to follow at the Cold Lake First Nations Community Cemetery.

02/11/2026

It is with heartfelt sadness that the family of Tony Blyan of Elizabeth Metis Settlement, Alberta announce his passing on Monday, January 12, 2026, in Edmonton, Alberta at the age of 48 years.

Tony is lovingly remembered by his partner: Ashley Auigbelle; children: Rita Auigbelle, Jaystin Blyan, Shanae Blyan, Jayda Lapratt, Jayla Lapratt, Brody Blyan, Shyleah Lapratt, Oshea Bellrose; grandson: Koven Manichoose; mother: Laurie (Donald) Collins; father: Russell Patenaude; siblings: Angelica (Justin), Lizzie, Mandy; grandparents: Emile and Edna, Madeline Blyan; niece: Michelle Cardinal; sisters-in-law: Carolyn Lafleche, Chasity Auigbelle.

Tony was predeceased by his brother: David Collins; maternal grandfather: Louie Blyan; auntie: Marlene Cardinal; uncles: Harlan, Lewis and Richard Blyan.

Wake Friday, February 13, 2026 (leaving Northern Lights Funeral Chapel at 2:00 p.m.) Elizabeth Settlement Community Hall.

Funeral Service, Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 11:00 am, Elizabeth Settlement Community Hall

02/09/2026

Stella Mary was born to Mike & Mary Hnatyshyn at Ituna, Saskatchewan on August 2, 1936 and passed away at the Bonnyville Healthcare Centre surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, February 5, 2026 at the age of 89 years.

Stella grew up and attended school in Ituna, later finding employment as a nurses aid in Esterhazy, Saskatchewan. This would be where she met the love of her life, Thomas. They were married on November 27, 1954 in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta. They were blessed with six children residing in Calgary, Alberta, where they raised them.

Stella will be dearly missed by her 6 children: Clifford (Patsy) Lomenda of Calgary, AB, Karen Lomenda of Calgary, AB, Lorraine (Tim) Trafford of Pierceland, SK, Sandra (Randy) Stolz of Acadia Valley, AB, Tim Lomenda of Bonnyville, AB, Pat (Stan) Smith of Bonnyville, AB; 14 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; 2 siblings: Joe Hnatyshyn, Geraldine Zilavec; sister-in-law: Viola Hnatyshyn.

Stella loved cooking for her family and friends and will be remembered for her love of sewing as her hands were rarely still, often creating beautiful quilts for family & friends.

Stella was predeceased by her loving husband: Thomas Lomenda (June 16, 2017); parents: Mary & Mike Hnatyshyn; brothers: Allen & Leo Hnatyshyn; sister-in-law: Judy Hnatyshyn.

In lieu of flowers memorial tributes in memory of Stella may be sent to the Bonnyville & District SPCA.

Prayer Service, Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 11:00 a.m., Northern Lights Funeral Chapel, Bonnyville with cremation to follow. Inurnment to take place at a later date, Saamis Prairie View Cemetery, Medicine Hat, Alberta.

Web: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/bonnyville-and-district-spca-society-for-the-prevention/

E-Transfer: bonnyvillespcaexec@gmail.com

02/03/2026

On Friday, January 30, 2026 Leonard Badger of Kehewin Cree Nation passed away peacefully at home at the age of 75 years.

Leonard is lovingly survived by his children: Loryanne Badger, Gale Marie Morin, Adrienne Badger, Andrea Badger, Jennifer Dion (Randy); 16 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; siblings: Gordon Gadwa, Norman Badger (Irene), Glen Badger, Allen Badger, Richard Badger (Joanne), Irwin Badger; as well as numerous other relatives.

Leonard was predeceased by his daughter: Lee-Ann John; grandchildren: Chaz Badger-Batoche, Caleb & Gabriel Cardinal; parents: Thomas & Angeline Badger; siblings: Roland, Margaret, Wilma, Lillian, Florence, Lewis.

Wake, Wednesday, February 4, 2026 (leaving Northern Lights Funeral Chapel, Bonnyville at 1:00 p.m.), Leonard’s residence, House #148, Kehewin Cree Nation.

Funeral Service, February 5, 2026 at 11:00 a.m., Leonard’s residence, House #148. Cremation to follow.

02/03/2026

On Wednesday, January 28, 2026 George Stanley at the age of 71 years old, passed away with the comfort of his family by his side in Edmonton, Alberta.

George leaves to mourn the mother of his children: Diane Arcand;
children: Lorna Arcand (Warren), Rudy Stanley, Travis Stanley; grandchildren: Rayden Lalonde, Hayden Stanley, Tyson Stanley, Tyrus Stanley, Cauis Stanley, Arnez Arcand, Sharnez Arcand, Monroe Arcand, Sharon Frayn, Cory Saddleback, Trevor Northwest; Goddaughter: Shawna Bruno; brothers: Harvey F. Stanley, Ernest J. Stanley (Shirley), Louis A. Stanley; sisters: Martha R. Cardinal, Joyce E. Gladue, Mary E. Stanley (David); as well as numerous other relatives and friends.

Welcoming George at Heaven’s Gate is his daughter: Shar Dawn Arcand; grandson: Dalton Halfe-Arcand; parents: Richard & Elizabeth Stanley; sisters: Violet Stanley, Barbara Irene Stanley; nephews: Mitch Rattlesnake, Joseph Stanley, Warren Cardinal; niece: Daisey Gladue, Lisa Gladue; brothers-in-law: John Cardinal, Brian Gladue; as well as numerous other family and friends.

Wake, Tuesday February 3 & Wednesday, February 4, 2026 (leaving Northern Lights Funeral Chapel, Bonnyville at 3:00 p.m.) Norman C. Quinney Careers & Education Centre, Frog Lake First Nation.
Funeral Service, Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. with interment to follow at Clear Water Lake Cemetery, Frog Lake First Nation.

01/28/2026

It is with great sadness that the family of Lilith Eskilson Daniels-Dion White announces her sudden passing on January 13, 2026. She was 5 years old.

Lilith was a beautiful, gentle soul full of light and joy. She had a kind generous heart, was a friend to everyone, and deeply loved. Lilith was a perfect student, loved cuddly bears, singing and dancing. Her light and warmth touched everyone around her,
and will be forever missed.

Lilith will be forever loved by her parents: Morrigan Daniels- Dion (Chase) and Jayden White (Tanis); her baby sister: Charlie Ray Daniels-Dion; maternal grandmother: Sheila Daniels-Dion; paternal grandmothers: Alita Eskilson, Tia Scanie; chapans: Tommy Eskilson, Floyd Soloway, Agnes Dion; uncles: Justice, Frederick, Corbet, Zach, Dade, Michael Jr., Nathan, Braxton, Tom; aunts: Justine and Taneil; numerous great aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Lilith was predeceased by her grandfather: Charles W. Daniels; mosom: Michael Thomas White; chapan: Gabe Dion; great grandfather: Charles A. Daniels; great grandmothers: Rose Chalifoux, Virginia Soloway, and Mary-Rose White; great-great grandfather: Thomas Moyah.

2 day Wake, Thursday & Friday, January 29 & 30, 2026, New Horizon Centre, Frog Lake Field House, Frog Lake First Nation.
Funeral Service, Saturday, New Horizon Centre, Frog Lake Field House, at 11:00 a.m. with interment to follow at Our Lady of Good Counsel Roman Catholic Cemetery, Frog Lake First Nation.

01/26/2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Freddy Stanley, who left us on Thursday, January 21, at the age of 36. Surrounded with love by his family, Freddy left this world far too soon, leaving behind his wife, children, parents, siblings, aunts, uncles and other relatives as well as cherished memories and a legacy of warmth and kindness.

Freddy is lovingly survived by his common-law spouse: Amanda Moyah; children: Brayley Horse, Freddy Jr. Horse, Eva Horse, Elisia Stanley, Payton Watchmaker, Thomas Watchmaker; parents: Doris Stanley, Norman Horse; siblings: Sharon Horse-Cook (Joe), Kelly Horse (Janine), Peter Horse; adopted parents: Collin & Melanie Quinney, Brad & Aimee Quinney, Joey Quinney, Tina Quinney, Regina Saskatchewan; as well as numerous other relatives and many friends.

Freddy is going into the arms of his infant child; siblings: Anita Whitstone, Gregory Horse, Bradley Stanley; maternal grandparents: Edward Montana & Susan Stanley; paternal grandparents: Peter Horse & Eva Horse; uncle: Barry Horse; adopted parents: Marjorie Quinney, Norman “chicken man” Quinney, Theresa Wade.

2 day Wake, Monday (leaving Northern Lights Funeral Chapel, Bonnyville at 11:00 a.m.) & Tuesday, January 26 & 27, Norman C. Quinney Education and Careers Centre, Frog Lake.
Funeral Service, Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 11:00 a.m., Norman C. Quinney Education and Careers Centre with interment to follow at the Clear Water Lake Cemetery, Frog Lake.

01/19/2026

It is with profound sadness that the family of Mallory Lajimodiere of Fishing Lake Métis Settlement, Alberta announce her passing on Sunday, January 11, 2026 in Edmonton, Alberta at the age of 38 years..

Mallory will always be lovingly remembered by her son: Richie Laboucane; father of her son: Steven Laboucane; father: Donald Deschamps; sister: Crystal Newton; mother: Connie (Steve) Lajimodiere; sister: Shyanne Lajimodiere; brothers: Mitch (Tashina) Llewellyn, Brent Lajimodiere, Donovan Lajimodiere; maternal grandmother: Muriel Cardinal; paternal aunts and uncles: Cecile Dion, Ray Mason, Rocky Mason, Richard Stanley, Donny (Michelle) Deschamps, Malcolm (Crystal) Deschamps; maternal aunts: Arlene (Jack) Lajimodiere, Wanda Lajimodiere, Ruby Lajimodiere; maternal uncle: Ronnie Lajimodiere; godmother: Donna Lajimodiere (Luc).

Mallory was predeceased by her paternal grandparents: Eli and Isabelle Deschamps; maternal grandfather: Lloyd Cardinal; aunts: Mary Deschamps, Faye Lajimodiere; uncles: David Mason, Gordon Deschamps, Bobby Deschamps, Denny Lajimodiere, Dennis Lajimodiere, Wayne Lajimodiere, Dewey Dion, George Deschamps; cousins: Merle Lajimodiere, Monte Lajimodiere; godfather: Myles Sr. Deschamps.

Visitation, Wednesday, January 21 10:00 a.m., Fishing Lake Communiplex, Fishing Lake.
Funeral Mass, Wednesday, January 21 at 1:00 p.m., St. Eugene Parish, Fishing Lake.

01/19/2026

Ms. Tanya Lynn Stanley of Frog Lake, Alberta passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026, in North Battleford at the age of 44 years.
Tanya leaves behind four beloved children: Taitlynn Stanley, Telan Starchief (Honey), Kingston Starchief, and David Jr. Starchief. She was a proud and devoted grandmother to Hazen and Helena, who brought her endless joy.
She is survived by her siblings: Trena Stanley (Tyronne), Teddy Stanley, Trevor Stanley (Mallory), Hazel Moosomin, Phyllis Moosomin, Felicitia Moosomin, Laura Moosomin, Elizabeth Moosomin, and Quincey Moosomin.
Tanya held a special place in her heart for her nieces and nephews: Ian, Isaiah, Tyris, Lahlayah, Lemyiah, Lemirrah, and Leland. She also shared deep bonds with her special cousins: Kaleen, Melody, Toni, and Chaydin.
Tanya cherished time spent with her children and grandchildren, and she found peace and happiness in the outdoors. Her warmth, strength, and love for family will be remembered always.
She was predeceased by her parents, Geraldine Stanley and Alexander Sr. Moosomin (Benson); her siblings Richard, Ernest, Alex Jr., Doris, Juliette, and Adrienne Moosomin; her maternal grandparents, Eliza Stanley and Charlie Paddy; and her paternal grandparents, Emma Fineday and William Benson.
A two‑day wake will be held on Tuesday and Wednesday, January 13 and 14, 2026, leaving Northern Lights, Bonnyville at 11:00 am going to the Norman C. Quinney Education and Career Centre, Frog Lake First Nation.

01/09/2026

On Sunday, January 4, 2026, Mr. Brian Michael McEvoy passed away suddenly at home at the age of 66 years.
Brian was a devoted husband to Pamela, his wife of 47 years, and a loving father to his two daughters, Katie (Jason) Maruniak and Amanda (Robert) Hudson. He was a proud grandfather to Alexander and River Maruniak, who brought him immense joy. Brian is also survived by his brother, Stuart (Leslie) McEvoy, and his brother-in-law, Rob Arndt.

He was predeceased by his parents, Thomas and Alice McEvoy, and his brother, David.

Throughout his life, Brian dedicated himself to service. He began his career as a firefighter and rose to the position of fire chief, leading with courage and compassion. He also served as a navy cadet leader, mentoring young people with discipline and care, and later as a councillor for the Town of Bonnyville, where he worked tirelessly to strengthen his community.

A tribute to Brian’s life will be held on Monday, January 12, 2026, at 1100 hrs at the Bonnyville and District Centennial Centre, Graham Field House. For those who wish to pay their respects, there will be a viewing from 1000 hrs to 1045 hrs at the Graham Field House. Please dress in Class A’s if available.

Brian will be remembered for his unwavering commitment to family, his friends, his leadership, and his deep sense of duty. His legacy of service and love will continue to inspire all who knew him.