Sunset Funeral Service Ltd.

Sunset Funeral Service Ltd. From simple cremations to traditional burials, we will provide the services you need.

Sunset Funeral Service Ltd. - Serving Kneehill County & beyond - Est. 1993
It is an honour to serve every family that entrusts us with the care of their loved ones.

Graveside services are one of the oldest and most enduring funeral traditions, offering a simple and meaningful way to s...
04/23/2026

Graveside services are one of the oldest and most enduring funeral traditions, offering a simple and meaningful way to say goodbye.

For generations, families have gathered at the place of final rest to honour their loved ones. Historically, these services were often the primary form of farewell — bringing people together in a quiet, natural setting to reflect, share words, and pay their respects.

Today, a graveside service continues to hold that same significance.
It provides a moment to pause, to acknowledge a life lived, and to come together in support of one another. Whether brief or more personalized, this type of service focuses on simplicity, connection, and remembrance.

Graveside services may be held on their own or as part of a larger funeral, and can include readings, prayers, or personal reflections — all tailored to what feels most meaningful for the family.

At Sunset Funeral Services Ltd., we are here to guide you through every option, helping you create a service that reflects your wishes with care and respect.

Visit our website for more information: https://www.sunsetltd.ca/traditional-services

Preplanning your funeral service can not only ease the burden on your loved ones but also help ensure your final wishes ...
04/20/2026

Preplanning your funeral service can not only ease the burden on your loved ones but also help ensure your final wishes are honoured. While some families struggle with making those final decisions after losing someone, your family won’t have to worry about making those hard choices.
Visit our website for more information
https://www.sunsetltd.ca/preplanning-checklist

Memorial trees offer a living, lasting way to honour and remember a loved one.Unlike traditional tributes, a tree contin...
04/18/2026

Memorial trees offer a living, lasting way to honour and remember a loved one.

Unlike traditional tributes, a tree continues to grow and change with time — much like the memories we carry forward. It becomes a place to return to, reflect, and feel connected.

Our memorial trees are planted in carefully selected reforestation sites across North America. Each planting location is chosen to maximize environmental impact and ensure long-term tree survival.
Trees are typically planted during optimal seasons (spring and fall) to ensure the highest survival rates. Our forestry partners maintain the sites for 3-5 years to ensure healthy growth.

You'll receive a custom certificate featuring your signature, which will be emailed to you and/or the family, along with an entry in your loved one's guest book noting your contribution. In addition, your gift will be recorded in a memorial tree registry, showing that trees were planted in honour of your loved one.

At Sunset Funeral Services Ltd., we understand the importance of creating meaningful and lasting tributes that reflect each life in a personal way.

04/15/2026

This is a famous adage highlighting the inevitability of mortality and taxation. Attributed to Benjamin Franklin in 1789, it emphasizes that these two factors are the only inescapable realities in life. Benjamin Franklin wrote this phrase in a November 1789 letter to Jean-Baptiste Le Roy regarding the new US Constitution. The idiom signifies that, while life is full of uncertainty, death and taxes are unavoidable.

Darel Edgar PrideIt is with great sadness to announce the passing of Darel. He passed away peacefully on Thursday, April...
04/13/2026

Darel Edgar Pride

It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Darel. He passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at the age of 92 years in the Red Deer Regional Hospital after a long 3-month stay. He was born on December 1, 1933, in Madden, AB, to Joseph and Edith Pride. He was the second youngest of 8 children. Darel moved to the Trochu area when he was 17 years old and began work on the farm for his brother-in-law, Leo Stankievech and then later for George & Walter Stankievech. In October 1953, he began his lifelong career working for Trochu Motors for 43 years. In 1958, he met the love of his life, Donna, from Lethbridge, AB, and they were married on July 23, 1960. Darel & Donna celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary this past year. In 1970, their son, Mark, was born, and in 1973, their daughter, Shauna, was born.

In 1993, Darel retired from Trochu Motors and carried on becoming Trochu’s “Mr. Fix It” in his home garage. He repaired many snowmobiles, motorbikes, lawn mowers, quads, etc., for satisfied customers from many miles away. Darel had a great talent for fixing things.

Darel was an avid sportsman. Darel’s earlier years were spent playing baseball, fishing, hunting, refereeing hockey, golfing, camping, riding motorcycles, snowmobiles & quads. He even taught figure skating. Many years were spent with good friends camping in the West Country, and he could be seen in the late fall, pulling his hunting shack out to the mountains. One day, the police saw him coming and stopped him to check if he had a gypsy wagon behind. They had a good laugh over that.

Darel (Papa) was blessed with 4 beautiful grandchildren whom he loved deeply and was so proud of. He always let everyone know that. He always had a twinkle in his eye when he spoke of them.

Darel was known for his beautiful display of Christmas lights for many years in Trochu, AB. He was also the organizer of the first year of the Arboretum Christmas lights. As years went on and declining health took over, Darel spent his time playing cards, doing jigsaw puzzles and visiting at the Drop-In. In August 2023, Darel & Donna decided to move to Red Deer, AB, as upkeep on the home and yard became too much. This move also brought them closer to family. They moved into the Three Robins, a seniors' independent living apartment, where they made many good friends.

During his 3-month stay at Red Deer Hospital, he experienced much love, compassion, and care from the wonderful nurses and doctors. They always left his room smiling after debating who was his favourite.

Darel was predeceased by his parents, his two brothers, and his five sisters. Darel was the last living sibling.

Darel will be lovingly missed by his wife, Donna; his son, Mark (Shannon); their two children, Adam and Ava; his daughter, Shauna (Scott Rausch); their two children, Hannah and Kaylee; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

A private Graveside Service will take place for the immediate family. Memorial Services will be held at the Trochu Fellowship Centre on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. with a reception to follow.

If family and friends so desire, in lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made directly to STARS.

Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared and viewed with Darel's family here.
https://www.sunsetltd.ca/obituaries/darel-pride

04/09/2026

Our responses to the different feelings that occur during the grieving process are often described as “stages.” These stages are not tied down to “real time”, and people do not necessarily move in and out of the stages in an orderly, straightforward manner. Stages can last for minutes or hours. It is not unusual to move into and out of one stage and then to another, and cycle back again to the first one. You may find yourself repeating this process a number of times as you continue to work through your grief.

Visit our website to learn more.
https://www.sunsetltd.ca/the-grieving-process

Stephanie Diane CurrieOnce upon a time, there was a Princess who loved books, puppies, smiles, rainbows, unicorns, 80s m...
04/06/2026

Stephanie Diane Currie

Once upon a time, there was a Princess who loved books, puppies, smiles, rainbows, unicorns, 80s movies and her family. The Princess’s tale would be filled with many challenges to overcome and a long journey. You see, the Princess had lived across this vast land, in many enchanted places: Chateuguay, Whitby, Winnipeg and Calgary. Setting out on her quest, she armed herself with her favourite book and a big heart. She would travel far and wide to find joy in the simplest of treasures. The Princess loved to cheer for her nieces at their volleyball games and soccer matches, and she would brag on her nephews as they hit home runs or scored goals. The Princess, so named by the King, loved to laugh with her court jesters (her siblings), especially over something funny the Queen said. Every chance she got, the Princess reminded them all that she was a miracle. That gave her great joy, which would be needed to face down great pain in her young life- undergoing two surgeries before she hit her teens, and at the age of 7, receiving a life-changing diagnosis. The Princess had AVM in her brain. A dastardly Foe that left her with progressive weakness on her left side and debilitating headaches. Hers would not be a conventional life. The simplest of chores-school, sports, day-to-day life- were harder, and it meant she had to dream new dreams. But fear not, for the Princess would find her way.

Once through high school, the Princess worked to find her passion- she would travel to Europe twice to see what she could see. When she came home, she attended college and became an Agent of Travel to help others explore. Still, the Princess searched until she finally found her true love…BOOKS! Selling books, talking about books, reading books, buying books, sharing books. The Princess’s tower was filled to the brim with books and still more books! That love of the written word would be shared with all of those closest to her. From the tall to the small, she could find you the perfect book. But you must show care to the books for earmarking a page was an offence punishable with a trip to the dungeon.

One day, after illness tried to slow down the Princess again, she packed up all her books and moved to her final home. Here she would settle down to rule over the kingdom of Three Hills. A magical place where the Princess truly belonged. Everything was at the Princess’s doorstep- a book shoppe, a bee-a-utiful bakery, and a place that served soup every Wednesday to all her friends. There was the Royal school where she could watch some of her beloved subjects playing her newfound favourite sport, volleyball. Many a day, she could be found in the gallery seats, risking life and limb, loudly chanting for all to hear. The Princess continued to thrive, and she found even more magic. Arts and laughs in the realm of Rehoboth and a New to You shoppe that collected the kingdom’s treasures for everyone to enjoy. The Princess most enjoyed curating those treasures. She outfitted herself with beautiful clothes so that she would sparkle as she spread her brand of joy throughout the land. Her talents were many, and her visage was a balm to children, furry critters, and the Elders of Outreach. This would be the Princess’s legacy - she was a light, a joy, a pretty lady, a smile, a hug, a delight, a helping hand, an artist, a daughter, a sister, an aunt, and a lover of life.

Unbeknownst to the Princess, she would soon have to say goodbye. The kingdom would weep, but the Princess’s body was tired, and she needed to rest. She didn’t know it was goodbye, for she never worried if tomorrow would come. There was always the dream of another book to read, another sweet message to send and a new day, with new friends to be made. So, rest now, Princess, for we will watch over your kingdom, surrounded always by your light. That Princess, Stephanie Diane Currie, named for royalty, a miracle babe, left for heaven on the 31st day of March, in the year two thousand and twenty-six. As the sun rose on this beautiful day, the Princess, strong of spirit, refusing to be defined by illness, lost the battle to her Foe, AVM. The Princess was now free to run, and dance, and read, all the while watching over her family.

She will be missed most by the King and Queen, Stu and Nancy Currie; her favourite brother, Tony, his love, Angie and their children, Lady Emma (her Knight Jordan), Lord Cole and Lord Easton; her favourite sister, Melissa, her love Adam, and their children, Lady Hailey Diane and Lady Callie; and so many friends, family, dogs and a couple of special cats.

Memorial Services will be held at Three Hills Community Centre (212 Main St, Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0) on Friday, May 1, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.

Family and friends who are unable to attend in person are invited to join Ms. Currie's service streamed live HERE on the day of the service. For those who are unable to view live, a recording will be posted.

Memorial donations in the Princess’s honour should be made to the royal Three Hills School (Box 696, Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0), to the library and art programs.

Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared and viewed with Stephanie's family here.
https://www.sunsetltd.ca/obituaries/stephanie-currie

Individual counselling, local grief support groups, and online websites may help in working through your grief.Online re...
04/05/2026

Individual counselling, local grief support groups, and online websites may help in working through your grief.

Online resources include discussion forums, educational tools, and a community for people who are dealing with grief. You may find one or more of the following websites to be helpful:
https://www.sunsetltd.ca/grief-resources

Parkinson’s is currently the fastest-growing neurological condition in the world, yet it is too often misunderstood. The...
04/01/2026

Parkinson’s is currently the fastest-growing neurological condition in the world, yet it is too often misunderstood. The month of April highlights the need for research and support.

While tremors are common, Parkinson's is a movement disorder that also includes slowness of movement, rigidity, difficulty with balance, speech changes, and non-motor symptoms like anxiety and sleep disruptions.

Visit: https://www.parkinson.ca/pam/ for more information.

An excerpt from ‘Grief One Day at a Time’, 365 days of meditations to help you heal after a loss. By Dr. Alan D. Wolfelt...
03/29/2026

An excerpt from ‘Grief One Day at a Time’, 365 days of meditations to help you heal after a loss. By Dr. Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph. D.

03/25/2026

This quote by Angie Weiland-Crosby expresses that the soul accepts deep sorrow or difficult, dark times with the hopeful, inner knowledge that joy and peace will inevitably return. It represents a spiritual acceptance of pain as a temporary, growth-filled phase of life.

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