St. BonaventureChurch Demolished

St. BonaventureChurch Demolished

Demolition of the church took place on March 18

(Marlene Stefura/Submitted Photo)

Michelle Pinon - News Advertiser

St. Bonaventure Roman Catholic Church in Chipman was demolished on March18, only 10 days after the final blessing was bestowed upon the 103-year old place of worship.

Jamie Lowes, Owner of Canadian Demolition, said demolition should be completed by the end of the week depending on weather. Prior to demolition the cross, bell and sign were all removed and have been relocated to the church cemetery.

Demolition of the church took place on March 18

(Marlene Stefura/Submitted Photos)

As well, all of the windows, casing, and interior boards were removed separately because they contained asbestos and lead paint. Lowes said they were taken to recycling facility in Edmonton.

Demolition of the church took place on March 18

(Marlene Stefura/Submitted Photos)

Lowes said the structure had definitely served its time. In the 14 years the company has been in operation it has demolished many residential, commercial, and industrial buildings; as well as schools. Lowes said they decided to take on this project as it was in fairly close proximity to its Sherwood Park location and because there are a lot more details that go into a project such as this.