A community still mourning the loss of one of its own will come together next week to honour Private Shaun Farrell, one of four Canadian Armed Forces members killed during a training tragedy at CFB Wainwright earlier this month.

The City of Prince Albert has confirmed that a military funeral with full honours will be held Wednesday, Nov. 4, at 11 a.m. at the Prince Albert Armoury, located at 17 Exhibition Drive.

The service will be open to the public, allowing residents, fellow soldiers, friends and family to pay their final respects to the 23-year-old soldier.

For those unable to attend in person, the ceremony will also be livestreamed.

Shaun Ferrell

Remembering a soldier who fulfilled his dream

Farrell served with the 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry, based in Edmonton.

He was among four soldiers who died Oct. 17 after a fast-moving fire swept through a military training area at CFB Wainwright in Alberta.

The tragedy also claimed the lives of Sgt. Morgan Wong, Pte. Aidan Goulding and Pte. Hayden Lykkemark.

Several other soldiers were injured during the incident.

Farrell, who moved to Prince Albert with his family in 2017, had dreamed of serving in the military since childhood.

His family has previously spoken about his determination to pursue that dream and the pride he took in serving his country.

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An emotional final journey home

Prince Albert residents have already demonstrated their support for the Farrell family through public tributes, messages of condolence and a solemn procession marking his return home.

On Oct. 24, emergency response teams joined together to escort Farrell's remains back to Prince Albert.

Police, firefighters, paramedics and other emergency personnel participated in the procession, accompanying the fallen soldier through the community.

Residents gathered along the route to pay their respects as the escort made its way to Gray's Funeral Chapel.

The City of Prince Albert has shared a video of the procession, recognizing the emergency response personnel and community members who helped bring Farrell home.

The city thanked everyone involved for the show of respect and support for his family.

Large military presence expected

A significant military presence is expected for Wednesday's funeral, with hundreds of Canadian Armed Forces personnel anticipated to attend.

Exhibition Drive directly in front of the armoury is expected to be closed from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. to accommodate the ceremony.

Members of the public planning to attend should allow additional time for parking and traffic restrictions.

Community invited to honour his service

The military service will provide another opportunity for Prince Albert and the wider Saskatchewan community to remember Farrell's life and service.

The family has expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support received from residents, fellow service members and people across Canada following the tragedy.

The City of Prince Albert is encouraging those wishing to pay their respects to attend the public ceremony or watch the livestream.

The service begins at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4, at the Prince Albert Armoury.

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