Pincher Creek Counc. Sussane O'Rourke (Photo courtesy the Town of Pincher Creek)

By Justin Goulet

Late Pincher Creek councillor remembered as strong voice for the community

Dec 22, 2020 | 9:15 AM

PINCHER CREEK, AB – The Town of Pincher Creek is mourning the loss of one of its councillors.

The town announced Monday that Sussane O’Rourke passed away on December 18 from complications after contracting COVID-19.

“Councillor O’Rourke was a valued member of council, her perspective and humour will be greatly missed at the council table. Councillor O’Rourke was driven to be a voice for the people and an advocate for low-income families,” read a statement from the town.

“She was passionate about her community and gave her time not just to council but to many community organizations.”

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A moment of silence to honour O’Rourke’s memory will be held at the Town of Pincher Creek’s next council meeting on January 6, 2021. Additionally, the flag at Town Hall has been lowered for O’Rourke.

“Mayor, council and administration are deeply saddened by her loss and would like [to] extend condolences to Councillor O’Rourke’s husband Blaise, her family and all those who are affected by her loss.”

The town noted that donations in Sussane O’Rourke’s name can be made to the Pincher Creek Humane Society.