Northern Lights Funeral Chapel

11/12/2025

It is with saddened hearts that the Waskahat family announce the passing of their, father, brother, uncle, mósom, nephew, cousin and friend, Glenn “Soop” Waskahat on Thursday, November 7, 2025, in Edmonton at 54 years of age.

Soop will be remembered by his 2 sons: Dakota Keewatin and Xander Willier; 5 siblings: Caroline Waskahat, Ruby (Glen) Kapeepatow, Alvina Waskahat (Linus), Randy Waskahat, and Ivy Waskahat (James); and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Glenn was predeceased by his parents: Alma Waskahat and Paul George; 2 sisters: Carol and Jacqueline Waskahat, and 2 brothers: Chris and Romero Waskahat; nephew: Brendan Waskahat; nieces: Samantha Waskahat, Noreen Smayda and Threna Morgan Waskahat.

Wake: Thursday, November 13, 2025 leaving Northern Lights, Bonnyville at 1:00 pm to the Norman C. Quinney Education and Career Center, Frog Lake.
Traditional Farewell Service: Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 11:00 am at the Norman C. Quinney Education and Career Centre, Frog Lake with interment to follow at Clear Water Lake Cemetery, Frog Lake.

11/12/2025

It is with heavy hearts we announce Joanell Alden of Bonnyville has passed away peacefully, with her son by her side, at the age of 92 years.

Joanell will be lovingly remembered by her son; Neall and his wife Janaye, her 2 sisters; Vera Mercier and Ann McKoryk, her sister-in-law; Mary Solowoniuk and many, many nieces and nephews.

Born in Iron River Alberta, Joanell was the 5th of 7 Solowoniuk children. Joanell trained as a Registered Nurse at the Royal Alex Hospital in Edmonton and traveled to Hawaii, Oregon, and California to work as a travel nurse. During her time in the USA, she gave birth to her only son Neall in Redwood City, California July 1973 and moved back to Bonnyville where she served the community as a nurse at the Bonnyville Health Centre for over 40 years. Joanell spent the last 3 years under the care of the amazing Long Term Care staff at the very same hospital she dedicated a large part of her life to. Her nursing uniform and graduation cape are proudly displayed at the Bonnyville Museum.

Joanell was predeceased by her parents; Bernice Solowoniuk and John Solowoniuk, 3 brothers; Nick Solowoniuk, Walter (Mildred) Solowoniuk, and Ed (Linda) Solowoniuk, her sister; Mary (William) Bellamy, and 2 brothers in law; Edward Mercier and Mike McKoryk.

A celebration of life will be held at the Alberta Room, (Neighbourhood Inn) on November 29th at 11am.

10/31/2025

It is with profound sadness that the family of Andrea Jacknife of announces her passing on Sunday, October 26, 2025 at the age of 46 years.
Andrea will be greatly missed, forever loved and remembered by her fiancé: Ashlee Langdone; 3 children: Isaiah (Samantha) Courtepatte, Savanah Piche, & Sierrah Piche; grandson: Lincoln Courtpatte; mother: Elizabeth Jacknife; 3 siblings: Dale (Jeannette) Jacknife, Adrian Jacknife, & Shannan (Lenny) Jacknife; God daughter: Kaitlyn Gadwa; 3 paternal uncles: Emile (Edna) Blyan, Joe (Evelyn) Blyan & Tommy (Irene) Littlespruce; 9 maternal aunts & uncles: Doris, Delores, Sophie, Sonia (Jason), Dwayne, Diane, Loretta, Daniel (Lisa) & Leon Jacknife; special cousin & partner Simone “Kristen”; 18 loving nieces & nephews, 11 other grandchildren as well as numerous cousins, extended relatives & many friends.
Andrea was predeceased by her father: Alexander Blyan; brother: Derrick Jacknife; paternal grandparents: Lewis & Sophie Blyan; maternal grandparents: Norman & Clara Jacknife; aunts & uncles: Vivian, Bobby, Richard, David, John, Freddy, Henry, Katherine, Ernest, Louis, George, Lawrence, Irene, Louise, Norman, Gilbert; niece: Morgan; cousins: Dean, Rick, Harlen, Lewis "Duke", Norman, Robert, Lucas, & Leah.

10/31/2025

It is with profound sadness and hearts filled with love Viki and family announce the passing of a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at the age of 84 years.
Allen Daniel Jacob of Cold Lake First Nations will be lovingly remembered by his wife: Viki Jacob; 3 sons: Steven (Alanna), Warren (Eva), and Allen Jr. Jacob: 2 daughters: Maria Metchewais, and Gina Jacob; 17 grandchildren: Kristina, Daniil, Kayla, Krystin, Jordan, Haley, Jake, Crystal (Ryan), Jeremy, Jacob, Codi, Johnson, Jackson, Jayson, Creesha, DeAndre, and Kehlani; and 2 great granddaughters: Rosalie and Rylee; brother-in-law: Thomas (Kathrin) Klyne; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other extended family and many friends.
Allen was predeceased by his daughter: Crystal Kay Jacob; son: Dwayne Keewatin; his parents: Mary Rose and Ralph Jacob; brother: Paul Jacob; and sister: Audrey Jacob.
A Wake will be held on Monday, October 27, 2025, at the Cold Lake First Nations Spiritual Centre.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Raphael’s Roman Catholic Church, Cold Lake First Nations, on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at 11:00 am.

10/31/2025

On Friday, October 17, 2025 Shannon Marie Sandelin of Cold Lake passed away in Edmonton, Alberta at the age of 36 years.

Shannon will be lovingly remembered by her son: Cassius Wouterlood; mother: Patsy Sandelin; 4 siblings: Cindy Bond, Jay Sandelin, Susan Bethune, and Gideon Sandelin.

Shannon was predeceased by her father: John “Norm” Sandelin; and 4 brothers: Morgan, Oden, Kevin, and Jonathan Sandelin.

Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 11:00 a.m., Beaverdam Community Hall, Beaverdam, Alberta with interment to follow at the Beaverdam Community Cemetery.

10/21/2025

On Sunday, October 12, 2025, Doris Ann Amahoose of Kehewin Cree Nation passed away tragically at the age of 65 years.

Doris is lovingly survived by her 7 siblings: Mary Brertton, Willard (Leona) Amahoose, Joseph (Lorraine) Amahoose, Lena Amahoose, Homer Amahoose, Bernice (Gary) Amahoose-Dion, Arlene Amahoose (Lloyd); God son: Jessie Dion; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other extended family and many friends.

Doris was predeceased by her parents: James & Delphine Amahoose; sister: Eleysa Cardinal; brother: Norman Amahoose; Godparents: Lloyd & Mary Poitras.

Wake, Tuesday, October 21 (leaving Northern Lights Funeral Chapel Bonnyville at 2:00 p.m.) & Wednesday, October 22, 2025, Kehewin Recreation Centre, Kehewin Cree Nation.

Funeral Service, Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 11:00 a.m., Kehewin Recreation Centre with interment to follow at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Kehewin Cree Nation.

10/16/2025

It is with profound sadness and hearts full of treasured memories, that the family of Yvette Bouchard announces her peaceful passing on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at the age of 83, with her family by her side. Yvette, a devoted wife, cherished mother, and adored mémère whose life was a radiant testament to love, resilience, and grace.

Yvette is lovingly survived by her husband of 62 years, André “Andy” Bouchard, whose unwavering devotion was a constant source of strength and joy throughout their life together.
She also leaves behind a legacy of love through her 2 children: Mitch (Paula) Bouchard, Renée (Barry) Kalinski; grandchildren: Lyndon (Kris) Kalinski, Jonathon (Kelsey) Kalinski, Devon (Alexia) Kalinski, Dillon Kalinski, Sofia Bouchard, Rosana Bouchard, Loui Bouchard; great grandchildren: Olivia, Nora, Clara, Sterling, Liberty, Calvin, Breyson; sister: Simone Paul; brothers: Rudy (Joanne) Hêtu, Robert (Viola) Hêtu, Jean Paul (Ruth) Hêtu; and a circle of cherished friends.

Yvette was predeceased by her parents: Maria & Antonio Hêtu; sisters: Gilberte (Gilles) Lalonde, Juliette (Guy) Rolland, Marie France Hêtu, Marcelle (Yvon) Dubé; brother: Jacques (Hélène) Hêtu.

To honor Yvette’s wishes there will be no formal funeral service. Interment will take place at a later date at the Jean-Côtè Sacred Heart Cemetery, Jean Côtè, Alberta.

The Bouchard family would like to extend their sincere thanks to the staff at the Bonnyville Healthcare Centre Long Term Care staff, as well as to Dr. Webster, for the exceptional care and compassion shown to Yvette.

10/13/2025

10/02/2025

On Monday, September 29, 2025, Wayne Masson Sr. of Bonnyville passed away unexpectedly at the age of 73 years.

Wayne will be lovingly remembered by his spouse: Maureen Johansson; 4 children: Wayne (Wenonah), Masson Jr., Billy (Sherry) Masson, Roxanne Masson (Chris), Dakota Masson; 14 grandchildren: Travis, Terence, Caleb, Aquella, Tristan, Kelsea, Rebecca, Jaden, Daniel, Paige, Maddison, Maya, Nevada, Blakeley; 3 great grandchildren: Emma, Paisley, Theodore; 4 siblings: Sharon (Robert) Billing, Donald (Katrina) Masson, Linda Doerksen, Lynda Lang; best friends: Terry Cawthra, Rudy Plante; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended relatives and many friends.

Wayne was predeceased by his parents: Audrey & Bernard Masson; brother-in-law: David Doerksen; ex-wife: Debbie Masson; friend: Gary Neff.

Cremation has taken place. A memorial service for Wayne will take place at a later date.

09/11/2025

On Thursday, September 4, 2025, Elizabeth “Liz” Evans of Elizabeth Métis Settlement, Alberta passed away at the age of 78 years.

Liz will be sadly missed by her children: Leonard (Terry) Evans, Sandra Evans, Wade Evans (Jackie Bulger); grandchildren: Andelina, Trinity, Kennedy, Rosie, Abigail, David, Silas, Uriah; siblings: Emilie Johnson, Denis (Jackie) Whitford; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Liz was predeceased by her son: Kevin Evans; parents: Silas & Jeannette Whitford; brothers: Louis Whitford & Reuben Whitford.

Visitation Friday, September 12, 2025 at 12:00 p.m., Elizabeth Settlement Community Hall with the funeral service to follow at 2:00 p.m.

09/01/2025

It is with profound sadness that the family of Dominic John of Kehewin Cree Nation announce his unexpected passing on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at the age of 23 years.

Dominic will be sadly missed by his mother: Claudine John; father Fabian Badger; siblings: Madison John, Devin John, Dallas (Jaynie) Badger, Vince Berland, Angelique Watchmaker, Azaria Watchmaker and Navaeh Berland; traditionally adopted sister: Kaija Pipe; maternal grandparents: Charles and Lelian John; paternal grandmother: Bernice Badger; capān: Veronique Waskahat; Godson: Charlie Littlespruce; Godparents: Sam John and Delores Morin; as well as numerous family members, friends, his volleyball teammates, and Hard 8 pool team.

Dominic was predeceased by his maternal grandmother: Leona Waskahat; paternal grandfather: Tim Collins; uncles: Tyrone John, Calvin Badger, and Daniel Badger.

2 day wake, Tuesday September 2 (leaving Northern Lights Funeral Chapel Bonnyville at 1:00 p.m.) & Wednesday, September 3, 2025, Kehewin Community Education Centre. Funeral service, Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 11:00 a.m., Kehewin Community Education Centre with interment to follow at St. Joseph’s Cemetery Kehewin Cree Nation.