The community of Calgary, Alberta is revisiting the death of Claude Prenovost as police seek assistance in locating his family after unexpected developments involving his cremated remains. Though Prenovost passed away in 2022, his obituary has resurfaced following a discovery that has raised questions about how his remains went unclaimed.
On March 23, 2026, a contractor renovating a vacant home in the 500 block of 58 Avenue S.W. in the Windsor Park area found a wooden cremation urn and turned it over to the Calgary Police Service. The urn was labeled with the name Claude Prenovost, along with the years 1951–2022, confirming the identity of the deceased.
Authorities have since made multiple attempts to locate next of kin but have been unsuccessful. As a result, police are now asking for public assistance in identifying and contacting any family members who may be connected to Prenovost, with the goal of returning the cremated remains to relatives.
While details about Claude Prenovost’s life remain limited in public records, the situation has drawn attention due to the unusual circumstances surrounding the discovery. His death is now being acknowledged again through this appeal, as officials work to ensure his remains are respectfully reunited with family members who may still be unaware of their location.