ALBERS

The lake was his sanctuary, animals were his friends, and quiet mornings with a fishing rod in his hand was his passion.  On Friday, January 16, 2026, we said a sad goodbye to Mark Wayne Albers of Bentley, Alberta; a man whose heart belonged to his family and friends, his many furry companions, and to the beauty of the outdoors.  He passed away peacefully at the Rimbey Hospital and Care Centre, with his family by his side, at the age of 65 years. 

Mark was born in Lacombe, Alberta on June 23, 1960, to Carol and George Albers.   He attended school in Lacombe and eventually entered the workforce in the transportation industry as a safety advisor.  One of Mark’s greatest accomplishments that he was most proud of, was achieving his Occupational Health and Safety Certificate.  Through the University of Alberta, Mark completed this course on weekends and in any spare moment he had, while also working full time.  He continued to further his education by completing courses to obtain his Canadian Registered Safety Professional designation. 

Mark loved fishing, and absolutely everything about it, sharing this enthusiasm and excitement with his wife Tammy.  They loved their time together fishing, camping, and enjoying the outdoors.  Just recently, Mark was also learning the logistics behind flying remote airplanes.  Alongside his grandson, Felix, they spent quality time together flying these planes… although not always successfully!  Mark often encountered trouble with his landings; and as a matter of interest, one of his remote airplanes disappeared while in flight.  Despite a thorough search… several times… the plane has never been found – causing Mark to affectionately name the plane, “Amelia”.

“Mark’s patient and compassionate heart, his love for family and friends, nature, and animals, and his kind, gentle spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew him.”

Mark will be lovingly remembered by his wife and high school sweetheart of 49 years, Tammy; his daughter Christi Manicke and son-in-law David; his cherished grandson and fishing buddy, Felix; and his cats Linus and Tigger. He will also be remembered by his mother Carol Albers of Lacombe; his siblings:  Marvin, Wanda (Darrell Salewski), Lonie (Rhonda), Jackie (Don Healing), and Dawn (Chris Aikenhead); in addition to his parents-in-law Miles and Violet Palmer; his brothers-in-law Todd Palmer (Linda) and Paul Palmer (Delphi); his sister-in-law Susie Albers (Mike Stegmann); as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other family members, past co-workers, and many good friends.  Mark was predeceased by his father George Albers.

A Celebration of Mark’s Life will be held at the Bentley Community Church, 4824 – 50 Street, Bentley on Friday, January 30, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., with Pastor Greg Rathjen officiating.  Please dress comfortably in casual attire (plaid or flannel if you have it, and jeans/denim).  Mark would want you to be relaxed and not worried about formality.

He will be laid to rest in the Bentley Cemetery at a later date.  If desired, memorial donations in Mark’s memory may be made directly to the Whisker Rescue Society of Alberta, Box 27138, Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 6X8 (www.whiskerrescue.com); the Central Alberta Cancer Centre, c/o Alberta Cancer Foundation, 710-10123 – 99 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta  T5J 3H1 (www.albertacancer.ca); or to the Central Alberta Humane Society, 4505 – 77 Street, Red Deer, Alberta  T4P 2J1 (www.cahumane.com).  Thoughts and messages to the family may be shared through the condolence area located at the bottom of this page. 

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