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Last Updated: Jul 2nd, 2008 - 20:21:03
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BROWN
MR. ALLAN BROWN of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Elaine, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 12, 2008 at the age of 80 years.
Besides his loving wife Elaine, Allan is survived by his daughters Deb Forsyth, Alana (Doug) Macfarlane, son Bob (Barb) Brown; grandchildren Kyle McNab and Shana McNab; sisters Mary Lou (Stan) Balkham; brother Buster (Jo) Brown; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Allan was predeceased by his parents David and Matilda Brown, brother Jim Brown and special son-in-law Bob Forsyth.
Allan was born in Innisfail to Dave and Matilda Brown and remained there until the age of six years when the family moved to Foremost. Allan moved to Lethbridge and in 1950 his dad bought National Neon Displays Limited in Lethbridge and Calgary. Over the years Allan and his brothers purchased shares in the Company. Eventually Dave retired and the "shop" was then owned and operated by the boys. National Neon remained in the family until Allan’s retirement.
Allan was a respected and well known business man in Lethbridge. He was an avid golfer, curler and during his younger years played many hockey games on various teams while up to his "!!!" in snow and cold outside. Allan was a past member of the Downtown Rotary Club, Elks Club and Lethbridge Country Club. He loved to garden, plant flowers, work in the garage, fabricated anything and always had an answer to any question you might have. Allan and Elaine went down south for years, made many friends, golfed, played cards and checked everything out. Allan’s greatest joy in his life was his two grandchildren Kyle and Shana. There was nothing he would not do for them and he entertained them at every opportunity. He taught them how to value education, be hard working, fish, camp, river float, ride bikes and look at life as an opportunity to learn. Allan will surely be missed by his family, his friends and anyone who had the good fortune to meet or know him.
"He is still lighting up the sky".
At Allan’s request a private family service will take place at a later date. Flowers are gratefully declined, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, #207, 542 – 7 Street South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 2H1 or the Alberta Lung Association, P.O. Box 4500, Stn.S. Edmonton, Alberta, T6E6K2.
Martin Bros. Funeral Chapels Ltd.
610 - 4 Street South
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P6
Phone: (403)328-2361 Fax: (403)382-3623
Toll Free: 1-800-382-2901
BURGE
ARTHUR JAMES (JIM) BURGE of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mary Ann Burge, passed away on May 10th, 2008, at the age of 60, due to complications following hip reconstructive surgery at the Foothills Medical Center in Calgary. This operation was the result of an automobile accident in December of 2001.
He is predeceased by his father, Charles (Chick) Burge in June of 2007.
Jim was born in Edmonton, AB in 1948 and married the "love of his life" Mary Ann Byrne, in 1969. He is survived by his wife Mary Ann; daughter Marnie Janine (Rob) Simpson and grandchildren Gavin and Reese of Omaha, Nebraska; son Dennis James Burge of Calgary; mother Effie (Waddle) Burge of Lethbridge; mother-in-law Mildred (Johnson) Byrne of Lethbridge; sister Lucie (Judd) Willson of Helena, Montana; nieces Darla Lilly of Lansing, Kansas and Debra Jenner of Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Jim’s public schooling took place in Coaldale culminating with his graduation from the Lethbridge Collegiate Institute. He attended the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) receiving a diploma in Electronics.
Jim transcended well beyond his education and enjoyed a very long and successful career with his last position as General Manager for an international GPS company in Scottsdale Arizona. Unfortunately, due to the injuries sustained in the automobile accident Jim was forced into early retirement in 2005. He had many goals for himself and his career that were left unfulfilled. Jim and his wife Mary Ann then moved back to Lethbridge, Alberta to be close to their parents.
All who knew Jim admired his courage and strength in dealing with the physical injuries, pain and multiple surgeries following the automobile accident. Jim never showed the amount of discomfort he endured daily. Jim and his wife Mary Ann have spent the last few years of retirement traveling, spending time with family and friends but above all else enjoying each other.
A Memorial Service will be held in celebration of Jim’s life at the LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD, 2406 - 11th Avenue South, Lethbridge on Friday, May 16, 2008 at 1:30 P.M. with Pastor Kevin Powell officiating.
If so desired, memorial tributes may be made to the Church of the Good Shepherd or to a charity of your choice.
Honoured to Serve
Cornerstone Funeral Home & Crematorium
2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South
Lethbridge, Alberta
Telephone ~ (403) 381-7777
Fax ~ (403) 381-3128
Toll Free ~ 1-(888)-381-7778
care@cornerstonefh.ca
CROSS CHILD
"Tsaapinaakii"
SALLY WENDY MARY CROSS CHILD, eldest daughter of Theresa Cross Child and the late Pat Cross Child Sr. of the Blood Reserve, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, May 11, 2008 at the age of 41 years.
A Wake Service will be held at CHIEF MOUNTAIN FUNERAL CHAPEL, Moses Lake on Sunday, May 18, 2008 from 7:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M.
A Funeral Mass will be held at the ST. MARY’S IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, Blood Reserve on Monday, May 19, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Pawel Andrasz Celebrant.
Interment to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery.
Honoured to Serve
Cornerstone Funeral Home & Crematorium
2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South
Lethbridge, Alberta
Telephone ~ (403) 381-7777
Fax ~ (403) 381-3128
Toll Free ~ 1-(888)-381-7778
care@cornerstonefh.ca
DYCK - EVA
Mrs. Eva Dyck, beloved wife of Mr. Abram "Abe" Dyck of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, May 13th, 2008 at the age of 77 years. Eva also leaves to cherish her memory five sons, Gary (Sandra) Dyck of Lethbridge, Clarence (Debra) Dyck, Greg (Marilyn) Dyck, both of Medicine Hat, Calvin (Linda) Dyck of Irvine, and Wayne Dyck of Medicine Hat; one daughter, Brenda (Alan) Barton of Medicine Hat; eleven grandchildren, one sister, Louise (Dave) Goertzen of Lethbridge, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Eva was predeceased by her parents, Jakob and Anna Thiessen; one brother, Jakob in infancy; and two sisters, Alma Dick and Ollie Bayford. Eva was born in Eatonia, Saskatchewan on January 31st, 1931. She lived in Saskatchewan until moving to Coaldale at the age of 12. Eva met her future husband, Abe, at the age of 14 and when she was 20 they were married and lived on a farm at Coaldale until 1958 when the family of six moved to the homestead at Whitla. Two more children were born bringing the family to eight. A better mom couldn't be found and she and dad raised the family lovingly. After busy years raising six children, Eva had some time for herself. She spent hours quilting and knitting baby bonnets for the neo-natal department at the hospital. Eva loved to travel and she and Abe shared many great holidays together. She also loved spending time with her family and friends visiting for hours. Eva especially loved to have her grandkids surrounding her. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at MENNONITE BRETHREN CHURCH, Medicine Hat on Saturday from 12:00 to 12:55 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held in MENNONITE BRETHREN CHURCH, Medicine Hat, on Saturday, May 17th, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. with John Willems officiating. Interment will follow in the Family Plot at Saamis Prairie View Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy those wishing to remember Mrs. Eva Dyck may do so with a gift to the Canadian Foodgrains Bank, 400 – 280 Smith Street, Box 767, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 2L4. Expressions of sympathy can be e-mailed to saamisfc@telusplanet.net, subject- heading Eva Dyck or through www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATORIUM, "The Chapel in the Park", Medicine Hat, Alberta. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone 1-800-317-2647.
HILL
MR. HARVEY HILL of Lethbridge, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Mary Hill, passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2008 at the age of 91 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00am on Thursday, May 15, 2008 at SOUTHMINSTER UNITED CHURCH, 1011 – 4 Ave South, Lethbridge, with Reverend Sarah Wallace, officiating.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Parkinson’s Society of Southern Alberta, 1254 – 3 Ave South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 0J9.
Martin Bros. Funeral Chapels Ltd.
610 - 4 Street South
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P6
Phone: (403)328-2361 Fax: (403)382-3623
Toll Free: 1-800-382-2901
HRANAC
FRED HRANAC, beloved husband of Mary Hranac, passed away suddenly while golfing at Indian Hill Golf Course on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at the age of 82 years.
Fred is survived by his loving wife Mary (nee Hazuda), daughters Beverley (Darin Weinkauf) of Lethbridge and Christine (Brian) Ehnes of Foremost, sons Garry (Rita) of Coaldale and Rick of Coaldale, grandchildren Caitlyn and Shannon Stone, Tyler and Tennille Ehnes and Nolan and Joel Hranac, brother Joe (Laverna) Hranac, sister-in-law Darlene Hranac and brother-in-law George (Helen) Hazuda as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his sister and brother-in-law Mildred and Rex Powell, brother Ed Hranac, niece Starlie Ann Hranac and his parents Frederick and Anna Hranac.
Fred was born in Lethbridge on September 28, 1925. He grew up on the farm in the Readymade and Coaldale area. On May 6, 1953 he married the love of his life Mary and recently celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary. Fred loved to farm and was involved and active in farming until his passing. For many years, Fred was a director on both the Vegetable Board and Sugar Beet Growers Association.
Fred was an active member of the Indian Hill Golf Association, Readymade 50 Plus Club, The Revellers Club, The Holiday Bowling League as well as a charter member of the Knights of Columbus of Coaldale.
A Prayer Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Thursday, May 15, 2008 at 7:00 P.M.
A Memorial Mass will be held at ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 917 - 4th Avenue South, Lethbridge on Friday, May 16, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Tim Boyle Celebrant.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Coaldale Lethbridge Food Grains Project, c/o Coaldale Mennonite Church, 2316 - 17th Street, Coaldale, AB, T1M 1G3.
Honoured to Serve
Cornerstone Funeral Home & Crematorium
2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South
Lethbridge, Alberta
Telephone ~ (403) 381-7777
Fax ~ (403) 381-3128
Toll Free ~ 1-(888)-381-7778
care@cornerstonefh.ca
JESSE
MRS. HILDA JESSE, beloved wife of the late Emil Jesse, passed away at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at the age of 90 years. She was born in Besserabia and came to Canada in 1953, settling in Coaldale where she resided until her passing. The family would like to thank Dr. Luykenaar and the staff of Floor 5 at the Regional Hospital for the excellent care they provided for mom.
Hilda is survived by her loving family: her daughters Irma Gebauer, Alida (Willy) Becht, Lore Epp, and Sandy (Bryan) Meldrum; grandchildren Rob (Susan) Gebauer, Marina (Alex) Hutchinson, Richard (Gina) Gebauer, Ronny Becht, Gabi Becht, Caroline Becht, Sheldon Epp, Rodney Jesse, Debbie Jesse, Cameron (Kara) Meldrum, and Cory (Cinnamon) Meldrum; great-grandchildren Kyle and Brandon Gebauer, Tyler and Jared Hutchinson, Raina and Rhett Gebauer, Cole and Macie Meldrum, and Noah Meldrum.
She was predeceased her husband Emil Jesse, her son Irwin Jesse and her son-in-law George Gebauer.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, May 16, 2008 at the REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH, 2006 – 20 Street, Coaldale, with Pastor Peter Lurvey officiating.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of choice.
KATHY JEPP
Her Body could no longer contain her free spirit and was called back to the Lord on Saturday May 10, 2008. Her faith was never wavering and she found her strength through the Martha Centering Prayer Group
Born in Branford, Ontario March 12, 1949 and raised in London, ON where she made lifelong friends, met her darling Tom, and started her family. In 1980 the young Jepp Family moved out West and settled into Alberta living. She spent her entire life caring for friends and family; always putting the needs of others first. Her compassion was evident as she spent her working years in the medical field, and later on she became an active member of the CWL and gave back to her community by volunteering her time with many organizations such as the Heart and Stroke Assoc., the Society for Rare disorders, and World Vision.
Survived by her beloved husband and soul mate Tom, her great joys in life; her children; Jon-Paul (Karen) Jepp, Michael Jepp and Katie (Sandro Nigg) Jepp,. Her precious grandchildren; Michaela, Simon, Autumn, Brooke, Calissa, and Dahlia. Also survived by her treasured Sister Carol (Orval) Merson-Newton, nephew Mark Brozowski, Nieces Kari Shaw, Jody Merson, and her Uncle Samuel Yancy. She also leaves behind her Sisters at Heart and Close Friends, Les Motycka, Donna Beaver, Maureen Haynes, and June Empey.
Predeceased by her Parents William Wood Merson, Roseanne Yancey Merson. And her beloved twin Brother Robert Merson (Bobby).
Prayers and a celebration of life will be held at 7:00pm on Thursday, May 15, 2008 at MARTIN BROS. RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge.
Funeral Mass will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, May 16, 2008 at ST. MARTHA’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 355 Columbia Blvd. West, Lethbridge, with Father Dennis McDonald, celebrant. All Welcome.
Donations in memory may be made to the "Kathy Jepp Caring Hearts Tribute Fund", Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation, Intensive Care Unit, 960 – 19 St South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 1W5. To extend a personal message to the family or donate online, please visit www.caringhearts.ca.
Martin Bros. Funeral Chapels Ltd.
610 - 4 Street South
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P6
Phone: (403)328-2361 Fax: (403)382-3623
Toll Free: 1-800-382-2901
KULTGEN
MARGARET (LYON) KULTGEN passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2008, at the age of 78 years, beloved wife of the late Ernest Kultgen. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL (Medicine Hat) on Monday, May 19, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery (Medicine Hat). As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Allergy/Asthma Information Association, 16531 - 114 Street Edmonton, Alberta, T5X 3V6 or to the Bow Island Health Centre, 938 Centre St. Bow Island, T0K 0G0. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Margaret Kultgen. Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 2V6. Please call 1-866-526-2214 for further information.
NORDSTROM
MRS. ELIZABETH NORDSTROM of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Emanuel Nordstrom, passed away Saturday, May 10, 2008 at the age of 83 years.
Elizabeth is survived by her daughter Shirley (Lyle) Kelly; sons Ed (Mary) Major, Braden (Genora) Whitworth, Martin (Lauretta) Nordstrom and Robert Nordstrom; 8 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; sisters Margaret (Gabriel) Gobeil and Annie Wiebe; brothers Joe (Irene) Praymayer, John (Anna) Praymayer, Frank (Donna) Praymayer and Steve (Annie) Praymayer; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Besides her beloved husband Emanuel, Elizabeth was predeceased by her parents Joseph and Erzsebet Praymayer. She was also predeceased by husband of her first marriage, Leslie Theodore Major. We also wish to acknowledge the strong friendship of Peter Penner who has been a comforting companion these last years.
Mom was a lady who had a deep and abiding relationship with her Lord and Savoir Jesus Christ. From our first memories as children she gently encouraged us to foster our own relationship with our God. Mom was a sincere friend to many individuals throughout her life, far too many to be named here. She was a lifelong homemaker save for a few years as a younger woman. She was a very active member of several churches from Sprague Baptist Church in Manitoba, to Steinbach and later to Sonrise Baptist Church of Coaldale, a sponsor for many years of the world’s children, a co-founder of the Special Olympics in Steinbach, MB, and a Ladies Auxiliary Legion member in Steinbach. She loved visits from her family and friends and always had baked goodies and coffee at the ready. She also had a terrific green thumb, she was a genuine, good person and while we grieve our loss on earth we know she will make Heaven a brighter place.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects between 7:00pm and 8:00pm on Thursday, May 15, 2008 at MARTIN BROS. RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, May 16, 2008 at FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 1614 – 5 Ave South, Lethbridge, with Dr. Bruce Martin officiating. Interment in the Coaldale Cemetery.
Martin Bros. Funeral Chapels Ltd.
610 - 4 Street South
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P6
Phone: (403)328-2361 Fax: (403)382-3623
Toll Free: 1-800-382-2901
VALENTINE – Robert James "Jim"
January 25, 1950 – May 11, 2008
Jim Valentine slipped away peacefully at the Foothills Medical Centre on Mother’s Day with his loving wife by his side, after a short but hard fought battle with cancer at the age of 58 years.
He leaves behind his wife Anne Valentine; children Holly and Sean Gifford of Calgary; brother Les Valentine (Joan) of Lethbridge; sister Judy Fleming (Harold) of Barons and numerous nieces, "his girls", of whom he was very proud. He also leaves his best friend Neil Milner of Calgary, along with many other close friends and his entire Safeway family. His beloved pugs, Daisy and Bailey, will also miss him tremendously.
Jim was born in Moose Jaw, SK on January 25, 1950. His family then moved to Lethbridge where he attended school and the University of Lethbridge. He started working at Safeway in 1967 as a courtesy clerk while still in high school. During university and upon graduation he continued with Safeway and in 1983 he moved to Calgary and became an Acting Store Manager. He was then Safeway Store Manager in a number of locations until 1993, when he moved into Head Office to become a Manager of National Categories, responsible for coordination and buying of specific products for Safeway stores nation wide. He spent a number of very enjoyable years with the produce team and most recently with the meat buying team. In 2003 he received the prestigious President’s Award for outstanding achievement.
Anne and Jim were married on Valentine’s Day 2001. Their time together was too short, but they were seven wonderful years. As his many friends will attest, Jim was a warm- hearted and generous man. He loved all his family and friends and hoped he made each one’s day a little happier. He truly loved to laugh and lived to love.
A Service of Worship to God, in gratitude for the Life of Jim will be held at Westminster Presbyterian Church (290 Edgepark Blvd. N.W.) on Saturday, May 17, 2008 at 4:00 P.M. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In lieu of flowers, please consider being a blood donor or donations can be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 215 - 12 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 1A2 Telephone: (403) 205-3966, email debbies@cancer.ab.ca.
Special thanks to the staff of Foothills Emergency, ICU and Unit 81 for making his last weeks as comfortable as possible.
In living memory of Jim Valentine, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Crowfoot Chapel, 82 CROWFOOT CIRCLE N.W. Telephone: (403) 241-0044.
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