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CHRIS CARLSEN
1956 - 2013
Christopher Kent Carlsen, beloved husband of Marcie-Szordi Carlsen, passed away in Hardisty, AB on Monday May 13, 2013 at the age of 57.
Chris is survived by his seven children and their families, Blaine (Jasmina) Carlsen and their two children Lejla and Aidin; Aaron Carlsen; Dana Carlsen; Amanda Carlsen and her fiance Russell Matthews; Bob Szoradi and his children Tristan and Rylan; Jordean (Dayna) Ward and their children Haley and Evangalina; Michael (Jennifer) Ward and their children Anden Tessa and Jaxen. Chris is also survived by his brother Frank (Phyllis) Carlsen and their sons Trevor and Bryce (daughter Talaina); sister Celia Palmer and her family Lynette Fortin and her family, Yvonne Wilson and her family, David Palmer and his family, mother in law Vilma Szoradi, and numerous brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents Donna and Carl Carlsen and brother-in-law Lloyde Palmer.
All are welcome to join us for a celebration of his life at a visitation which will be held at the Taber Curling Club Lounge 4712 - 50 St. Taber on Friday, May 24, 2013 from 2:00-4:00pm.
DAY RIDER
MRS. ROSIE “MAKOYIPITAAKI" DAY RIDER, beloved wife of the late Mr. Barney Day Rider, passed away peacefully at the Cardston Health Centre surrounded by her loving family, on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at the age of 88 years.
Survived by her loving children: Martha (Winston) Day Chief Sr., Rose (Pat) Fox, Doreen (Jeff) Fox, Mavis Smith (Brent Singer), Johnny (Agnes), Andy (Pat), Leonard (Dorothy), Ronnie (Cynthia) Scout, Pete, Rudy Wells, Clayton Blood. Son-in-law Roy Pilling. Daughter-in-laws: Shelly Iron Shirt, Ann Healy. Brother: Wayne (Diane) Plume. Sister-in-law: Theresa (Twigg) Plume. Adopted Children: Morris & Betty-Ann Little Wolf, Heber & Florence Pilling, Carol & Russell Wagner, Dolly Creighton, Ralph & Faith Zentner, Bob & Monica Wilson, Deanna Plume and Hannelore. Rosie is also survived by numerous Grandchildren, Great-Grandchildren and Great-Great Grandchildren.
Pre-Deceased by her loving husband Barney Day Rider. Children: Darlene Rose Wells-Pilling, Tex Melvin Day Rider. Daughter-in-law: Verna Mae Day Rider. Grandchildren: Patricia Rose Fox, Jonathan Fox, Brenty Boy Day Chief, Kevin Pat Day Rider, Cee Cee Day Rider, Terri-Lee Day Rider, Bobbi Rae Wells, Melvin Joe Iron Shirt. Great Grandchildren: Carrie Rose Wells, Cara Wells, Dustin & Dalton Saddle Back-Wells, Kassandra & Shaquielle Day Chief, Daniel James Frank, Nikita Day Rider. Parent: Laurie & Minnie Plume. Sisters: Annie Heavy Head, Florence Scout, Ione Plume, Mabel Little Bull from Browning, MT. Brothers: Dean Plume, Mike Steel.A Family Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 4:00 P.M.
A Wake will be held at SENATOR GLADSTONE HALL, Blood Reserve, from 6:30 to 9:00 P.M. The Wake will continue at Rosie’s house (Farm 4) all night.
A Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at ST. MARY’S IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, on Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Pawell Andrasz Celebrant O.M.I.
Interment to follow at ST. CATHERINE’S CEMETERY.
DEMERS
EVELYN G. DEMERS, loving wife of the late Gus Demers, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 18, 2013 at age 86, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Cherishing her memory are her daughters; Laura (John) Prins of Lethbridge and Joan (Rob) Freeman; grandsons, Neil (Stephanie) Freeman and Bradley (Cara) Freeman; Great-grandson, Rylan, all of Edmonton; her sister, Helen Gunderson of Black Diamond, AB and a large extended family.
She was predeceased by her husband Gus; her parents, Stanley and Grace Robinson and her brother, Glen Robinson of London, Ontario.
Evelyn worked for many years as a receptionist and secretary, retiring from Lethbridge School District #51 as secretary at Westminster School. She was a life-long member of First United Church in Lethbridge. Her greatest joy came from family, including numerous cousins, nieces and nephews and their families.
Family and friends are invited to a visitation at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 - Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Thursday, May 23, 2013 from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. with cremation to follow.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the FIRST UNITED CHURCH, 502 - 13 Street North, Lethbridge on Friday, May 24, 2013 at 2:00 P.M., with Rev. Brenda Kersell officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her name to First United Church, the Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choice.
DOROTHY WOJTOWICZ
1932 ~ 2013
Mrs. Dorothy Wojtowicz of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Stanley Wojtowicz, passed away on Monday, May 20, 2013 at the age of 81 years.
Dorothy is survived by her children Diana (Doug) Berry, Rosalind (Murray) Pavan, Susan Wojtowicz, Jackie (Jeff) Tsuji, Stan (Lori) Wojtowicz , and Craig (Georgia) Wojtowicz; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents Fred and Marie Hnatiuk and 2 brothers Nick and John Bodnar.
At Dorothy’s request a private family graveside service will be held.
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DR. SHANE MORTIMER
1966 ~ 2013
Dr. Shane Timothy Mortimer of Lethbridge, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Natasha Mortimer and loving father to Hannah Rae and Mackenzie Paige, passed away suddenly on Saturday, May 18, 2013 at the age of 46 years.
Funeral arrangement to be announced when completed.
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FAYE MARIE BECKMAN
1949 ~ 2013
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Faye Marie (Tetzlaff) Beckman announce her passing on Friday, May 17, 2013 in the Milk River Health Centre.
Faye Marie was born on May 18, 1949, in Lethbridge to hard-working parents, Inger and Max Tetzlaff. Her and her only sister, Carole, were raised on the family farm with strong morals and strong family ties and a belief in hard work.
She attended school in Warner and took her nursing training in Lethbridge and excelled in her career.
On October 23, 1971, Faye married the love of her life, Gary Beckman. A young man who had moved out west from Nova Scotia, to work on her grandparents farm.
Together they farmed east of Warner and Faye pursued her nursing career at the Milk River Hospital. They enjoyed their married life together for ten years and then to their delight on, April 14, 1981, their first-born son Matthew was born. How Faye and Gary enjoyed their new family! On February 26, 1985, their dreams were fulfilled when their 2nd son Tyson was born. Their family was complete.
Through the years Faye was the boys’ most avid fan in whatever sport or activity they pursued. How she loved to watch them grow up. Hockey games were at the top of the list.
Faye loved to see the signs of spring and enjoyed seeing the new-born calves and loved their family pets which included many cats and dogs over the years. She enjoyed annual trips to Whitefish, Waterton, and in recent years, train trips to Lacrosse, Wisconsin to visit uncle Teddy and Amy.
Faye enjoyed her roles as nurse, mother and wife. Her gentle spirit and strong faith and character were an inspiration to everyone who knew her. She fought a courageous battle with cancer for over 22 years.
Faye was predeceased by her parents Inger, and Max Tetzlaff; her sister Carole and brother-in-law Steve Lucas; her mother and father-in-law Ada and Donald Beckman; as well as other family members.
She leaved to mourn her loving husband of 42 years Gary, her sons Matthew (Karen) and Tyson, nephew Jim Lucas, and many cousins, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews and her many dear friends.
A Celebration of Faye’s life will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, May 24, 2013, at the Warner Evangelical Church, with Pastor Jason Carroll and Pastor Brian Magee officiating.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Faye’s Memory to the Milk River Health Centre, Box 90 Milk River, AB T0K 1M0, Warner Evangelical Church, Box 36, Warner, AB T0K 2L0, or to the Warner Fire & Ambulance, Box 88, Warner, AB T0K 2L0.
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FIORINO
RITA TERESA FIORINO passed away peacefully with her family at her side at St. Michael’s Health Centre, Palliative Care on Saturday, May 18, 2013 at the age of 78 years.
Rita Teresa Pedretti Fiorino was born in 1934 in Sluderno, Italy. Her family moved to Grimaldi, Italy a short time later. In 1954, she emigrated from Italy to Trail, BC and was married to Peter Fiorino. In the same year the family moved to Lethbridge, Alberta.
Rita leaves behind a loving family: Michael and Connie Fiorino and their children Courtney, Sascha, and Natasha Fiorino; Mary Tokarski and Danny Christie and her daughter Amanda; Rob and Elena Fiorino and his son Peter; Dennis Fiorino and Colette Jinnouchi and their children Anna, Claire, Samuel, and Lucie.
A short time ago she was diagnosed with cancer and she accepted this terminal condition with grace. She was very grateful for the care and kind words from her many good friends and family at the end of her life.
Relatives and friends are invited to a Prayer Service at ST. BASIL'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 604-13th Street North, Lethbridge on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at 7:00 P.M.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. BASIL'S CATHOLIC CHURCH on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 10:00 A.M. with Father Roque Pereira, Celebrant.
Cremation to follow at Cornerstone Crematorium.
No flowers please as per Rita’s request, memorial donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
GANNON
GLENN GANNON, beloved companion of Barb Bodnar, of Coaldale, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Friday, May 17, 2013 at the age of 52 years.
A Celebration of Life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB. on Friday, May 24th, 2013 at 10:00 A.M. with Canon James Robinson Officiating.
In loving memory
"Tino" CATONIO
(1927-2013)
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Valentino Paul Catonio, formerly of Blairmore, Alberta, who was called to be with the Lord on May 19, 2013 while receiving care at St. Michael’s Palliative Care Centre in Lethbridge at the age of 85 years.
"Tino" was born on May 22, 1927 in Blairmore, Alberta to Giovanni and Maria Catonio. He was raised with a strong work ethic and devotion to family, faith and community. He followed in his father’s footsteps by working diligently at the family’s grocery store and later opened his own grocery store in Blairmore.
Tino’s heart was captivated by a lovely young lady, Mary Pozzi, and they pledged their love in holy matrimony on August 17, 1957. They were further blessed with a family of their own. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend.
Tino was a member of the Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks, the Crowsnest Pass Curling Club and the Knights of Columbus. He was instrumental in the construction of the Albert Stella Arena and the Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church and he was party to former Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau’s visit to the Crowsnest Pass. His passion and resolution were extraordinary and in our eyes, there was no challenge too great or obstacle too high for Tino to overcome; at the age of 64 years, he climbed to the top of the Crowsnest Mountain.
Tino had a strong will, a stronger opinion on politics and sports and enjoyed a good spirited debate. His loyalty to his favourite sports teams was well known in this area. We would be remiss if we did not mention his Calgary Flames, Calgary Stampeders, New York Yankees and the Oakland Raiders. His competitive side was fierce and his zest for life even more so. Tino and Mary enjoyed their vacation home in Mexico for the past 23 years. They also spent many enjoyable hours landscaping their yard and gardening. A long life of hard work, may he find eternal peace and happiness at the banquet table in heaven.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Mary Catonio of Lethbridge; his children, Francine Catonio of Surrey, BC, Colin (Laurie) Catonio of Lethbridge and Gerald (Michelle) Catonio of Calgary; his grandchildren, Chantel Begley, Brittany Catonio, Ashlee Catonio, Trista Catonio, Ciana Catonio and Natalia Catonio; his brother, Francis Catonio of Lundbreck; his sister, Anne Hansen of Regina, SK; as well as numerous nieces and nephews, extended family and friends.
He was predeceased by his father, Giovanni Baptista Catonio; his mother, Maria Antonia Catonio (nee: Accili); and his siblings, Steve Catonio, Albert Catonio and Teresa Bitzer.
The Funeral Mass was held on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 3:00 pm at the Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church with Fr. Thomas Vadassery, Fr. Vincent Ha and Rev. Renso Castellarin officiating. Cremation followed at Fantin's Funeral Chapel’s private crematorium.
Donations in memory of the late Valentino Catonio may be directed towards the Holy Trinity Catholic Church Building Fund, PO Box 1410, Blairmore, AB T0K 0E0. Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca.
Fantin's Funeral Chapel entrusted with arrangements. (403) 562-8555.
LOUISE DOW
1918 ~ 2013
Mrs. Alice Louise (Minor) Dow, wife of Mr. Leonard Dow of Magrath, passed away peacefully at the Magrath Good Samaritans Care facility on Monday, May 13, 2013 at the age of 94 years.
Louis is survived by her sister Laverna Jean Wyman of Auburn, Washington and many nieces and nephews.
Louise was predeceased by her loving husband Leonard who was killed in France in August of 1944 and her parents Chester Minor and Eva Ellen Smith; three brothers George, James Calvin, and Chester Robert (Bobby); three sisters Rhoda Ellen Minor, Norma Elizabeth Seward, and Marilyn Durand.
For many years, Louise worked and served the community in the town of Magrath, volunteering with the seniors and selling Remembrance Day poppies. In 1988, Louise was named Citizen of the year for the town of Magrath.
A Graveside Service will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, May 25, 2013 at the MAGRATH CEMETERY with Reverend Glenda Wert officiating. All friends and relatives are welcome to attend.
In lieu of flowers, those who wish may donate to the United Church of Canada in Magrath Memorial Fund | 181 W 1 Ave N, Magrath, AB T0K 1J0.
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SALEM ABRAHA
1974 ~ 2013
It is with deep sadness that the family of SALEM ABRAHA announce his passing on Saturday, May 18, 2013 with his wife by his side, after a courageous battle with cancer.
He leaves behind his loving wife and partner of 5 years Gail McKenzie Abraha of Lethbridge, AB; mother Tsehai Abraha of Lethbridge, AB; father Dr. Berhane Abraha of Toronto, ON; brother Lewi of Edmonton, AB; grandmother Hiwet of Seattle,WA and many aunts, uncles and cousins in both the United States and Ethiopia; father and mother-in-law Owen and Paula McKenzie of Portage la Prairie, MB; brother-in-law Adam (Carie) McKenzie of Saskatoon, SK and the extended McKenzie and Chapman relatives in Alberta; as well as many friends across Canada and the globe that he made through his 38 year life journey.
Viewing will be held on Thursday, May 23, 2013 from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm at THE GATE, 522-3rd Ave South Lethbridge.
Funeral will be on Friday, May 24, 2013 at 10:30 am at VICTORY CHURCH, 1 Mile East of Lethbridge on Highway 3. Interment to follow in the Mountain View Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Salem’s Mother’s mission in Ethiopia "Ethio-World Mission of Canada" P.O. Box 2062, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4K6.
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VAN DER HULST
MR. JAKOP "JAKE" VAN DER HULST, beloved Husband of the late Jolane Van Der Hulst, passed away peacefully at St. Michael’s Palliative Care Centre on Saturday, May 18, 2013 at the age of 74 years.
Jake will be lovingly remembered by his Daughter Shannon (Brad) Martens; Step-Children Bev (Theo) Pecht, Brenda Boe, Allan (Connie) Dickout, Debi (Tom) Lachuk, Gordon Dickout, Judy Baker, Peggy (Roy) Kipnik, Lawrence (Donna) Batalden; Brothers John, Claas and Harry (Carol) Van Der Hulst; Sisters Jean Mazacs, Mary (Ron) Mate and Trudy Van Der Hulst
Jake is also survived by a very loving extended family too numerous to mention.
He was predeceased by his Parents Roelof & Jentje.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the ARMY, NAVY & AIR FORCE VETERANS CLUB, 517 5th Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta, Friday, May 24th, 2013 from 1:00 - 5:00 P.M.