Memorials
Remember our brothers and sisters
GEIS, Aubrey
December 15, 1944 – September 19, 2026
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Aubrey Geis
We honor Brother Geis as a 21-year Member of the IBEW.
FULFORD, David
October 15, 1943 – October 8, 2026
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother David Fulford
We honor Brother Fulford as a 61-year Member of the IBEW.
A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, October 19th at 2:00pm
Connelly McKinley Funeral Home in St. Albert
9 Muir Drive (Corner of St. Vital Ave & Hwy 2)
MERRIMAN, Terry
March 6, 1946 – August 19, 2026
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Terry Merriman
We honor Brother Merriman as a 60-year Member of the IBEW.
HENNIG, Bruno
September 12, 1940 – August 10, 2026
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Bruno Hennig
We honor Brother Hennig as a 24-year Member of the IBEW.
GARTLY, Donald
October 22, 1933 – August 9, 2026
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Donald Gartly
We honor Brother Gartly as a 51-year Member of the IBEW.
NICOLAY, Harry
August 25, 1971 – July 8, 2026
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Harry Nicolay
We honor Brother Nicolay as a 12-year Member of the IBEW.
TISCHER, Herb
January 30, 1955 – July 21, 2026
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Herb Tischer
We honor Brother Tischer as a 37-year Member of the IBEW.
LING, Yau Wah (Michael)
September 9, 1957 – June 17, 2026
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Yau Wah (Michael) Ling.
We honor Brother Ling as a 25-year Member of the IBEW.
LACASSE, Patrick
January 6, 1973 – June 19, 2026
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Patrick Lacasse
We honor Brother Lacasse as an 18-year Member of the IBEW.
POHOLKA, James
February 12, 1957 – May 9, 2026
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother James Poholka
We honor Brother Poholka as a 29-year Member of the IBEW.
PAWLIUK, Ivan
July 7, 1945 – May 12, 2026
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Ivan Pawliuk
We honor Brother Pawliuk as a 59-year Member of the IBEW.
TYNER, Randal
November 8, 1958 – May 3, 2026
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Randal Tyner
We honor Brother Tyner as a 27-year Member of the IBEW.
GAALAAS, Brien
June 17, 1942 – April 23, 2026
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Brien Gaalaas
We honor Brother Gaalaas as a 53-year Member of the IBEW.
DOLHAGARAY, John
July 6, 1945 – May 9, 2026
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother John Dolhagaray
We honor Brother Dolhagaray as a 45-year Member of the IBEW.
Celebration of Life to be held on June 27th, 2026, at the St. Albert Inn from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
SIEBENTHALER, Edmund
February 28, 1935 – December 30, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Edmund Siebenthaler
We honor Brother Siebenthaler as a 66-year Member of the IBEW.
TOWERS, David
March 2, 1950 – April 4, 2026
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Dave Towers
We honor Brother Towers as a 49-year Member of the IBEW.
It is with deep sadness that the family of David "Dave" Frederick Towers announces his passing in Edmonton, Alberta, on April 4, 2026, at the age of 76.
Dave was predeceased by his parents, Bill and Shirley Towers, and his brother, Timothy Towers. He is survived and lovingly remembered by his brother, Bill Towers, two nieces, two nephews, and his cherished cat, Suki.
A career electrician, Dave was a proud, long-time member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 424. Outside of his professional life, he was known for his generous spirit, frequently volunteering his time for election campaigns and advocating for causes he held dear. Dave possessed a warm smile and a gift for conversation, finding great joy in connecting with others, especially over a game of cribbage.
He was happiest in the quiet of nature, particularly when spending a peaceful day on the water with a fishing rod in hand.
In keeping with Dave’s wishes, no formal funeral service will be held. His family will celebrate his life privately.
OSTROWERKA, Dave
June 14, 1952 – March 17, 2026
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Dave Ostrowerka
We honor Brother Ostrowerka as a 24-year Member of the IBEW.
GOODCHILD, Roy
March 5, 1948 – February 24, 2026
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Roy Goodchild
We honor Brother Goodchild as a 23-year Member of the IBEW.
CAL, Alberto
May 27, 1956 – February 2, 2026
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Alberto Cal.
We honor Brother Cal as a 25-year Member of the IBEW.
Obituary information for Alberto Cal - https://www.connelly-mckinley.com/obituaries/Alberto-Cal?obId=47196621
HEBERT, Duane
August 30, 1968 – December 19, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Duane Hebert.
We honor Brother Hebert as a 20-year Member of the IBEW, whose dedication to the Brotherhood extended beyond the jobsite. Duane proudly served as a Job Steward, always willing to step up, look out for his fellow members, and ensure our collective agreement and values were upheld.
Duane was well known and respected by both the membership and office staff alike.
Our thoughts and condolences are with Duane’s family, friends, and all those who had the privilege of working alongside him.
R.I.P Brother
Celebration of Life
January 16, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.
St. Albert Inn, St. Albert
156 St. Albert Trail, Alberta T8N 0P5
MCPHERSON, Leonard
January 13, 1948 – January 11, 2026
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Leonard McPherson
We honor Brother McPherson as a 54-year Member of the IBEW.
PEDERSON, Lloyd
March 18, 1947 – January 4, 2026
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Lloyd Pederson.
We honor Brother Pederson as a 38-year Member of the IBEW.
BREWER, Jon
July 19, 1949 – December 28, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Jon Brewer
We honor Brother Brewer as a 31-year Member of the IBEW.
BRIAULT, Larry
February 7, 1943 – December 13, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Larry Briault
We honor Brother Briault as a 37-year Member of the IBEW.
MISKEW, Jerry
September 3, 1940 – December 6, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Jerry Miskew
We honor Brother Miskew as a 45-year Member of the IBEW.
REITER, Robert H
February 16, 1943 – November 25, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Robert H. Reiter
We honor Brother Reiter as a 28-year Member of the IBEW.
CERNY, Charles
October 24, 1953 – November 18, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Charles Cerny
We honor Brother Cerny as a 42-year Member of the IBEW.
ROSS, William
March 31, 1942 – November 3, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother William Ross
We honor Brother Ross as a 59-year Member of the IBEW.
WHITE, John
April 18, 1967 – June 10, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother John White
We honour Brother White as a 25-year Member of the IBEW.
COSTELLO, William
April 12, 1974 – September 27, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother William Costello
We honour Brother Costello as a 24-year Member of the IBEW.
SZELAGIEWICZ, Rick
January 31, 1949 – September 30, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Rick Szelagiewicz
We honour Brother Szelagiewicz as a 57-year Member of the IBEW.
ATKINSON, Brian
March 23, 1972 – October 4, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Brian Atkinson
We honour Brother Atkinson as a 32-year Member of the IBEW.
SPRINGLER, Richard
September 24, 1948 – September 9, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Richard Springler
We honour Brother Springler as a 44-year Member of the IBEW.
KRYWIAK, Walter
October 22, 1939 – September 8, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Walter Krywiak
We honour Brother Krywiak as a 56-year Member of the IBEW.
Graveside Family Service Has Already Been Held.
Thank you.
ROLFE, George
August 7, 1951 – August 2, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother George Rolfe
We honour Brother Rolfe as a 15-year Member of the IBEW.
WALTON, Peter
June 21, 1957 – September 21, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Peter Walton
We honour Brother Walton as a 24-year Member of the IBEW.
https://www.djrobb.on.ca/obituaries/peter-walton
ABRAMS, Mervyn
December 27, 1977 – August 7, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Mervyn Abrams
We honor Brother Abrams, a 23-year Member of the IBEW.
On Saturday, September 13th, we’ll come together for a potluck feast, celebrating Merv’s love for good food and great company.
We’ll have pulled pork, burgers, dogs, and some beers as well, but we’d like you to join in the communion and to bring a dish that reminds you of Merv.
When: September 13-14, 2025
Time: 4pm
Where: Brightbank Hall, Highway 627
What to Expect: A heartfelt weekend of remembrance, connection, and celebration.
RSVP: Please let us know if you’ll be joining us and what dish you’ll bring by September 11th.
Contact Amber (Merv’s sister) at 780-222-7617
WILLIAMS, William
August 12, 1943 – August 14, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother William Williams
We honor Brother Williams, a 23-year Member of the IBEW.
PILIP, Randolph
June 18, 1946 – July 1st, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Randolph Pilip
We honour Brother Pilip, a 58-year Member of the IBEW.
McDERMID, Gary
September 7, 1945 – August 28, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Gary McDermid
We honor Brother McDermid, a 49-year Member of the IBEW.
https://www.athabascacommunitychapel.com/obituary/Gary-McDermid
KITAGUCHI, Dalton
May 18, 1971 – July 27, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Dalton Kitaguchi
We honor Brother Kitaguchi, a 23-year Member of the IBEW.
O’CONNOR, Larry
July 7, 1943– July 3, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Larry O’Connor
We honor Brother O’Connor, a 55-year Member of the IBEW.
ZHENG, Cong
August 19, 1957 – June 23, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Cong Zheng
We honor Brother Zheng, a 19-year Member of the IBEW.
PARKER, Trent
October 29, 1967 – July 9, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Trent Parker
We honour Brother Parker, a 25-year Member of the IBEW.
NESS, Eric
December 26, 1949 – June 29, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Eric Ness
We honour Brother Ness, a 56-year Member of the IBEW.
MALONE, Michael P.
November 27, 1947 – June 17, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Michael Malone
We honour Brother Malone, a 50-year Member of the IBEW.
https://edmontonjournal.remembering.ca/obituary/michael-malone-1092949543
BALDING, Bryan
July 7, 1959 – June 12, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Bryan Balding
We honour Brother Balding, a 25-year Member of the IBEW.
WOZNIAK, Jerry
September 20, 1946 – June 3, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Jerry Wozniak
We honour Brother Wozniak, a 24-year Member of the IBEW.
CLENDENNING, Vair
September 29, 1944 – May 20, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Vair Clendenning
We honour Brother Clendenning as an 50 -year Member of the IBEW.
KAMMERMAYER, Joe
August 9, 1962 – May 12, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Joe Kammermayer
We honour Brother Kammermayer as an 40-year Member of the IBEW.
TOURAND, Reuben
April 30, 1980 – May 21, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Reuben Tournad
We honour Brother Tourand as an 11-year Member of the IBEW.
MCVICAR, Rodney
September 6, 1975 – April 23, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Rodney McVicar
We honour Brother McVicar as a 27-year Member of the IBEW.
LIBER, Ignatius
February 8, 1946 – April 7, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Ignatius Liber
We honour Brother Liber as a 50-year Member of the IBEW.
SCHULZ, Siegfried
December 17, 1941 – February 12, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Siegfried Schulz
We honour Brother Schulz as a 22-year Member of the IBEW.
ANDREA, Greg
January 10, 1963 – January 26, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Greg Andrea
We honour Brother Andrea as a 22-year Member of the IBEW.
COUNTRYMAN, William
December 27, 1948 – February 8, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother William Countryman
We honour Brother Countryman as a 22-year Member of the IBEW.
LAPOINTE, Norman
May 29, 1951 – December 16, 2024
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Norman Lapointe
We honour Brother Lapointe as a 17-year Member of the IBEW.
OLESIK, Michael
August 25, 1945 – December 14, 2024
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Michael Olesik
We honour Brother Olesik as a 53-year Member of the IBEW.
THURGOOD, Raymond
June 9, 1937 – February 21, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Raymond Thurgood
We honour Brother Thurgood as a 25-year Member of the IBEW.
LOISELLE, Joseph “Jules”
September 14, 1937 – February 22, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Joseph “Jules” Loiselle
We honour Brother Loiselle as a 67-year Member of the IBEW.
STASYK, Metro
October 7, 1948 – January 26, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Metro Stasyk
We honour Brother Stasyk as a 23-year Member of the IBEW.
TERNOVATSKY, Richard
February 4, 1957 – January 8, 2025
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Richard Ternovatsky
We honour Brother Ternovatsky as a 23-year Member of the IBEW.
SAUNDERS, Robert (Bob)
December 28, 1941 – December 23, 2024
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Robert Saunders
We honour Brother Saunders as a 58-year Member of the IBEW.
Obituary
https://www.arbormemorial.ca/en/westlawn/obituaries/robert-william-saunders-bob/134378.html
MACLEAN, Donald
April 10, 1954 – December 23, 2024
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Donald MacLean
We honour Brother MacLean as a 49-year Member of the IBEW.
Wagner, Theodore
November 8, 1940 – December 30, 2024
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Theodore Wagner
We honour Brother Wagner as a 54-year Member of the IBEW.
LYNN, Robert
February 24, 1948 – December 13, 2024
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Robert Lynn.
We honour Brother Lynn as a 55-year Member of the IBEW.
REITSMA, Graham
December 06, 1961 – December 16, 2024
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Graham Reitsma
We honour Brother Reitsma as a 28-year Member of the IBEW.
JAPUNCIC, Anton
April 19, 1980 – December 13, 2024
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Anton Japuncic.
We honour Brother Japuncic as a 20 year Member of the IBEW.
GREENSTEIN, David
April 23, 1954 – December 11, 2024
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother David Greenstein
We honour Brother Greenstein as a 49-year Member of the IBEW.
BUTT, Patrick
April 18, 1950 – December 7, 2024
The Members, Officers, and Staff of Local Union 424, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of Brother Patrick Butt.
We honour Brother Butt as a 23 year Member of the IBEW.
