John Henry Thompson
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Thompson, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. John was born in Calgary, Alberta, on March 4, 1952. His early years took him from Kamloops to England and France, before returning to Canada where he lived on the
Chris Bennett
With deep sorrow we announce the peaceful passing of Chris Bennett on January 26, 2025. Please join us in a celebration of Chris’s life on Sunday, February 9, 2025, at 2:00 pm at Mount McIntyre Recreation Centre in the Grey Mountain Room, #1 Sumanik Drive, Whitehorse. In lieu of flowers, donations can
Leonard “Lenny” McQuaid
Leonard McQuaid, known to all as Lenny, was an easygoing, fun-loving man with a remarkable sense of humor and an undeniable zest for life. He was well liked, respected, and loved by all who knew him. Lenny made friends effortlessly and was always ready to lend a helping hand. His generosity, kindness, and
James Hajime Yamada
Jim Yamada died in the wee hours of January 9, 2025 at the age of 82. Jim was laid to rest at the Grey Mountain Cemetery surrounded by family, and a celebration of life for friends and colleagues is planned for a later date. Jim was born in Ruskin BC on
Walter John Huebschwerlen
Walter was born in Shearerdale, British Columbia, and grew up on a farm near Dawson Creek, BC. In the early 1950s, his parents and brothers relocated to Whitehorse, Yukon, with Walter being the last to join them in 1956. Shortly after his arrival, Walter met and married his soulmate, Marion
Raymond Fred Fugard (VY1RF) AKA Radio Ray
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Raymond Fred Fugard. Ray came to the Yukon from Ontario more than 40 years ago and settled in Dawson City. Radio broadcasting became his passion at the local Dawson station. He also dabbled in mechanics. A lot of his
Vera “Dolly” Marchewa
Vera “Dolly” Marchewa (née McMurphy) was born on October 17, 1944, to Jack and Adele McMurphy and raised in Carcross, Yukon. Dolly was the younger sister of big brother Leonard (“Sonny”) and sisters Millie and Margaret and older sister to Tina, who always reminded her that Dolly was the older
Caroline (Carol) Lenore Nelson (nee Kahl)
It is with deep sadness that I share with you the news of Carol’s passing, ending a 12-year confinement to a wheelchair. Carol passed these trying years without complaint, treating her caregivers with kindness and retaining her sense of humor. Born in North Battleford, Saskatchewan, Carol moved to the Yukon permanently in 1972, shortly
Bobby James Cofer
Bob loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing and even picking cranberries with his work crew. He could entertain for hours with tales of his experiences timber cruzing in Alberta, working throughout the Yukon for Northern Affairs, and mining in Burwash and Mayo. You are gone now but all the good memories live on. God’s Garden God
Edward (Ed) Pryor
Edward (Ed) Pryor born October 20, 1949 - deceased January 2, 2025. Ed was born in Whitehorse on October 20, 1949, to Marlis and Ken Pryor. The family later relocated to Cassiar, BC when Ken had the contract to supply the town and mine with wood. Ed spent his childhood in