Bear Creek Funeral Home & Cremation Sanctuary

04/13/2025

People rush to get rid of grief because they see it as hanging onto loss. But grief is really hanging onto love - which is why you always feel it.
~ Riri

04/13/2025

We are incredibly excited to announce that our partners in Peace River have been instrumental in the establishment of the Men's Shed North Peace, which will be hosted in our Peace Valley Funeral Home and Peace Valley Creations office. Our partner and friend, Kolton, is Chair of the Board of Directors. Congratulations to the group of hard-working and dedicated community members that have come together to make the Men's Shed possible in Peace River!

Kolton Heck, Owner of Peace Valley Creations and Peace Valley Funeral Home, is proud to serve as the President of Men’s Shed North Peace. Kolton is excited to be a part of this important initiative, creating a space where men can gather.
Connection. Camaraderie. Community.
"I’m proud to donate the space and serve as President—there’s a real need for this in our community, and I’m excited to be part of it."
— Kolton Heck, President, Men’s Shed North Peace
First open gathering will be Wednesday, April 16 from 6-9 pm!

To learn more about Men's Shed, check out the link! https://www.albertamenssheds.ca/what-happens-at-a-men-s-shed

04/10/2025

June 18, 1980 – March 15, 2025 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Troy Edmund Macaulay. Troy was born on June 18, 1980, in Grande Prairie, AB. , and passed peacefully in his home in Grande Prairie on March 15, 2025. Troy faced trying times from birth, spending his first 3 mon...

04/10/2025

Stephen Cory Burback (September 22, 1977, to April 07, 2025) AKA -TT & Benny Hill A husband, Dad, son, brother, nephew, grandson, son in law and friend, gone too soon. After a lengthy brave and courageous battle with cancer, Steve passed away peacefully with his wife, April and two boys Chandler...

04/07/2025

December 5, 1956 – March 31, 2025 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Wendy Lynn Webber, who peacefully departed this life on March 31, 2025, at the age of 68, in Hythe, Alberta. Growing up in Miramichi, New Brunswick, Wendy was the eldest of five siblings and came from a large...

03/26/2025

November 2, 1940 – March 18, 2025 With heavy, yet peaceful hearts, we announce the passing of Jake Friesen on March 18, 2025. Jake was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, before moving with his family to La Crete, AB, at the age of 12. Jake was a man of many interests, but his 2 main loves in life we...

03/25/2025

October 12, 1946 - March 14, 2025 It is with great sadness and very heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of Gerald “Jerry” Fredrick Balcom with his family by his side holding his hand on March 14, 2025 at the U of A Hospital in Edmonton, AB, due to medical complications. Jerry was ...

03/25/2025

Please see the updated service information for Philip Neiser

December 12, 1954 – November 21, 2024 Phil spent his life in the Woking/Grande Prairie area. He was a heavy-duty mechanic for his entire life as this was what helped him enjoy his passions which were: baking, cooking, hunting, archery, gardening, and especially his Harley. Phil is survived by his ...

03/21/2025

December 24, 1985 – March 18, 2025 Peter Frank Hubert, formerly of Bonanza, Alberta, but residing in Grande Prairie, Alberta, passed away peacefully, lovingly surrounded by his family, on March 18, 2025. Peter was born in Edmonton, Alberta, on December 24, 1985. He was born premature and because o...

03/18/2025

November 16, 1951 - February 5, 2025 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard George Holman Sr. , who left us on February 5, 2025. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend, cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Richard was born on...

03/15/2025

Donald Raymond Stubbs June 26, 1937 – March 11, 2025 Donald Raymond Stubbs went to be with his Lord and Savior in the late evening of Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at Pearson Place in Hythe, Alberta at the age of 87. He was surrounded during his last few days by his children, their spouses and other fa...

03/13/2025

May 29, 1941 – March 6, 2025 It is with sad hearts that we announce Wayne’s passing from this earth into heaven on March 6th, 2025, at the age of 83 years. Raymond Wayne was born on May 29, 1941, in Sexsmith to Lloyd and Agnes Bekkerus. He was raised on a farm north of La Glace. Five years later...

03/11/2025

April 10, 1956 – January 27, 2025 With a heavy heart our family is sad to announce the passing of Doug on January 27, 2025 at age of 68 years old in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico. Doug was born in Whitewood, Saskatchewan to Joseph and Eva Raiwet on April 10, 1956. Doug grew up on an acreage in the town...

03/11/2025

November 10, 1958 - February 28, 2025 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Norma Blanche Letendre, who left us on February 28th, 2025 after a long battle with lung disease. Born and raised in Kelly Lake, BC, Norma spent her adult years in Dawson Creek and Grande Prairie, where she....

03/11/2025

Wishing a very happy birthday to our Pisces ladies, Jennifer and Karleigh!

03/11/2025

Join us in wishing our own Jennifer Greentree a very Happy Birthday! Thank you for all you do Jen!

03/10/2025

Born Nov 21, 1945. Passed away March 2, 2025, at age 79. After a short hospital stay in Beaverlodge Municipal Hospital Garry LeRoy Hermanson left this earthly life to spend eternity with his Lord and Savior. In our hearts, his memory will live on, a testament to a life well-lived and a soul deeply c...

03/04/2025

George Siemens Dec 2, 1952- March 1, 2025 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of George Siemens after a short battle with cancer. George passed away at the age of 72, in the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital with his family by his side. George was one of eight children of Pete...