CARTER
MR. DONALD JAMES CARTER, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Lillian Carter, passed away at the Edith Cavell Nursing Home on Thursday, January 29, 2009 at the age of 82 years.
He is survived by his family; Donna (Michael) Figone and Walter “Jim” (Dawn) Krautner of California, Bruce (Tammy) Krautner and Robert (Judy) Krautner of Australia and Wendy and Eddy of Alberta, 8 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
Donald was predeceased by his wife Lil.
He was born in Lethbridge on November 14, 1926. After completing school he became a meat cutter for a local store, Donald went on to own his own store in Pincher Creek before returning to Lethbridge where he worked for Loblaws and finally at Safeways. He loved to fish, especially fly fishing. Donald also tied his own fly’s and also sold them for many years. He was a loving father who will be missed by his family and friends.
At Donald’s request a private family service will be held at a later date.
In memory of Donald, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317-10th Street South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 2M7.
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CLAYTON
MRS. LEOEN CLAYTON of Warner, beloved wife of the late Mr. Norman Clayton, passed away on Monday, February 2, 2009 at the age of 89 years.
Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed
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ERDMAN (nee LEVER)
It is with deep sadness that the family of CARLA MARY ERDMAN (nee LEVER) announces her passing on Monday, January 26, 2009 at the age of 65 years.
She will be lovingly remembered by her children; Lee Erdman (Bradley Van Rooi) of Toronto, ON, Stephen Erdman (Vivienne Crow) of Mission, BC, and Laura Erdman (Tyler Duce) of Lethbridge, AB; brothers Greg (Eunice) Lever and Walter (Pat) Lever and brother in-law, Ron Guida, as well as many nieces, nephews and dear friends.
Carla was born on September 26, 1943 in Vigo-Cavedine, Trento, Italy. She immigrated with her family in 1953 to southern Alberta where she attended school in Champion and Vulcan, and then on to the U of A and U of L where she graduated with her Bachelor of Education. Carla lived in Barons where she taught kindergarten and farmed until the early 1980’s, when the family relocated to Lethbridge. Carla’s spirit was one of generosity and empathy towards others. She was passionate about the arts and loved music, theatre and literature. Carla loved puzzles, mysteries and enjoyed dinner out with close friends, particularly the Birthday Group. She was predeceased by her father Angelo, mother Rosa, sister Rita Guida (nee Lever) and nephew Craig Lever.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405- 12 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta on Friday, February 6, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Tim Boyle Celebrant.
Memorial Donations may be made to the Canadian Red Cross Society, 1120-7th Avenue South, Lethbridge, T1J 1K5 or to a charity of one’s choice.
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GREEN
MRS. CLAIRE GREEN, beloved wife of the late Mr. Alfred Green of Lethbridge, AB, passed away in Lethbridge, AB on Wednesday, January 28, 2009 at the age of 92 years.
She is survived by her sister Eileen Gardner of Winnipeg, MB, special nieces and caregiver, Norah Fleming (Brian Strain) of Lethbridge and Carol (Brian) Burkhardt of Stoney Mountain, MB, favorite nephew, Theodore (Laya) Jacobsen of Ottawa, ON, niece Claire Jacobsen of Edmonton, AB, nephew William Jacobsen of San Francisco, Cal., as well as numerous other nieces and nephews. She is also survived by great nieces and nephews Jennifer Baker, Kara Fleming, Stephanie Dancey, Stewart Wolfe, Teresa Pidskalny, Patty Phillips and numerous others, as well as caregiver and best friend Rose Hamilton.
She was predeceased by husband Alfred Green and two sisters, Mary Polloway & Teresa Jacobsen, and three brothers John, Donald & Theodore Hart.
Claire Green was born July 23rd to Theodore Hart and Mary MacDonald- one of nine children. Her father was a lawyer for the Winnipeg Free Press, and her mother was a school teacher. She married her loving husband, Alfred Green October 12th, 1946 in Toronto. Claire was a very intelligent, fascinating person, and was very, very generous to her family and friends. She had two foster children for over thirty years, and her niece, Norah Fleming will be taking over this job for her. Her favorite pastimes were reading ˆ she just LOVED her books, and you could speak to her on any subject, and she knew it all!! She was a member of the Walker’s Club, and avid bridge player, the CWL (Catholic Women’s League), and Common Ground. She loved to travel all over Canada and the United States. In 1941, she worked as a chemist in an explosive lab in Montreal, then transferred to Toronto. From 1949 - 1954 she worked at Michael’s and she received her Bachelor of Science Degree at the University of Manitoba. She worked for Co-Operators Insurance and then later became Program Administer for the Department of Manpower until 1972. Claire remained living in Toronto until l989 - then moved to Lethbridge to help her Family - her sister Teresa and her husband, Victor Jacobsen. Even though she had no children, she raved about her nephew, Theordore who was her absolute favorite, She truly loved all her Family and they truly loved her. Claire will be sadly missed by everyone who loved her. A very “SPECIAL” thank you to Rose Hamilton for her diligence, devoted care, and most of all, her love and patience to our loving Aunt. Thank you, Rose, from all our Family, - words will never express our gratitude.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2415 - 12 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB on Wednesday, February 4, 2009 at 2:00P.M. with Reverend Tim Boyle Celebrant.
In Memory of Claire, donations may be made to the Lethbridge Food Bank, 1016-2 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 0C9, The Salvation Army, 1811 - 2 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 0E8, Harbour House, 604-8th Street South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 2K1 or to the Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization, 500-11th Street South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 4G7.
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HAIRY BULL
DELORES MARY HAIRY BULL, beloved wife of Kurt Andrew Big Sorrel Horse, passed away in Cardston on Tuesday, January 27, 2009 at the age of 47 years.
Delores was born on April 27, 1961 in Cardston and resided on the Blood Reserve. In her youth, Delores was active in sports, especially fastball. With her Church choir group, she travelled throughout Canada and the U.S. to various camp meetings and performed numerous gospel songs. She enjoyed travelling and making new friendships. She enjoyed listening to music and attending concerts, especially the Bee Gees and The Doors. She had a talent for story telling and her stories always had a punch line to them that would end with laughter. Delores was a very proud and caring mother and grandmother. Delores was known for her kind nature and always had a smile for everyone who entered her home. She was known to everyone as “Auntie Delores”. Her last years were spent at home with her family and she became even closer with her sisters-in-law and the rest of the Big Sorrel Horse family. Though she was ill, she always made an effort to visit with her guests. She had a great love for her family and grandchildren. Delores had an open door for her family even if it was 3:00 a.m. Delores had a love for cooking and always kept a neat and cozy home. Everyone felt at home when visiting with her. Although she was a shy person, we always knew she would listen if we had a problem. Delores was not a judgmental person. She always showed that she cared and helped with family events and gatherings. She planned family gatherings because she loved this time together. Delores will be forever missed and remembered by all of her family and extended family members.
Delores is survived by her husband Kurt; children Dana (Sonny), Garrett, Elaine (Troy), Vanessa (Denver), Lenny (Dallas), Tamara; grandchildren Chancellor and Aden, Tyreese, Dayzlan, Jaden, Keyshawn, Bailey, Tyson, Makaya, Hailey; one Godson Bradley Gros Ventre Boy; brothers Reo (Molly), Eugene (Deborah), and Paulie (Verla) Hairy Bull; adopted brothers Patrick (Sylvia) & Bruce (Carol) Bare Shin Bone, Bobby Across The Mountain; half sister Bernadette Cox; adopted sisters Edna, Rosabelle, Brenda, and Carmen (Dennis) Bare Shin Bone, Roxanne and Debra (Rex) First Charger, Vivian (Clark) Left Hand and Noreen Black Plume; one adopted sister Margaret (Ron) Across the Mountain-McDonald; mother-in-law Beatrice Big Sorrel Horse; brother-in-law Stanley (Brenda) Big Sorrel Horse; sisters-in-law Shelly, Sherri, Vicki (Clinton), Ivy; special aunt Louise Big Sorrel Horse; aunts Christine (Jeff) Delorme, Isabell Across The Mountain, Gloria (Jack) Red Crow, Edna; one great aunt Eva Hind Bull, uncles Martin (Teresa) Hairy Bull, James, Joe, Norbert Across the Mountain; one great uncle Donald (Beatrice) Big Swallow; one half sister Bernadine Across The Mountain; ; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
She was predeceased by her parents Paul Hairy Bull and Bernadette Across The Mountain; adopted parents Paul Sr. & Mary Stella Bare Shin Bone; maternal grandparents John & Lily (Shot Both Sides) Across The Mountain; adopted brothers Paul Jr and Allan Bare Shin Bone; nieces Stacey Big Sorrel Horse and Sonya Day Rider.
A Family Service will be held at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston on Tuesday, February 3rd, 2009 from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. The Wake Service will be held at the Senator Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve on Tuesday, February 3rd, 2009 from 7:00 - 11:00 p.m. and continue all night at Beatrice Big Sorrel Horse’s residence, Blood Reserve. The Funeral Service will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Blood Reserve on Wednesday, February 4th, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Pawel Andrasz Celebrant. Interment in the Pioneer Cemetery.
Arrangements entrusted to Cal Salmon.
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MARTIN
It is with great love and sadness that we announce that DALTON ARNOLD MARTIN, beloved husband of Anne, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30, 2009 at the age of 85 years. Dalton was born July 2, 1923 in Kincaid, Saskatchewan.
He enlisted in the army in 1942 and served as an artillery surveyor with the 19th Field Regiment. Dad saw action in France, Belgium, Holland, landing with the first wave on D-Day at St. Aubin sur Mer, Juno Beach. He returned home in December 1945 and worked briefly for the CPR.
He married Anne Semesock on December 31, 1949 in Windsor, Ontario. After living briefly in Moose Jaw, they settled in Lethbridge, Alberta where Dalton (“Red”) worked for the Federal Government (PFRA) as a surveyor. He received his commissions as both a Canada and an Alberta Land Surveyor in the late 1950s. He went into private practice in 1962 founding Milne & Martin and subsequently his own survey firm, D.A. Martin & Associates, presently Martin Geomatic Consultants Ltd. Dad never really did retire and was at the office on his last day.
At one time or another, all of his sons and daughters worked for the family business. He taught them well: four became professional engineers; two became Alberta Land Surveyors. Dalton was much respected for his expertise in Land Surveying as well as his strong moral and work ethic. He often helped many clients who could not afford the services of a surveyor. Dalton was an honest, gentle and caring man.
He was proud to be part of the Canadian Legion, and was a member of the Knights of Columbus and a past member of the Lethbridge Miners‚ Library. His hobbies included darts, golf, and curling. Until recently, Dad could be found every Sunday as an usher at St. Patrick’s Church.
He is survived by his sister Kezia “Ky” (Vernon) Young, Regina Saskatchewan, sister in law Leona Martin, brother in law Bill Kortge and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, William and Mary Ann Martin, sisters, Vina, Arona, Myrtle, Eleita and brother Elvin.
Dalton will always be dearly loved and missed by Anne, their ten children and their families: Ed and Caroline Martin, Faye and John Henderson, Bill Martin and Liz Denham, Allan and Alison Martin, Susan and Pat Sheridan, Ray Martin, Dan and Laurie Martin, Sharon and Al Breland, David Martin, and Shelley and Jocelyn Lahaie. He will forever be in the hearts of 22 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren and one great, great granddaughter. Dad devoted his whole life to his wife and all of his family.
We are most grateful to the Lethbridge EMS, doctors, nurses, and staff at the CRH emergency department, and particularly the trauma unit at Foothills Hospital. During his brief stay they made his last hours comfortable.
Relatives and friends are invited to prayers and tributes at ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, corner of 10th Street & 4th Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB on Tuesday, February 3, 2009 at 7:00 P.M.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, on Wednesday, February 4, 2009 at 10:30 A.M. with Reverend Tim Boyle, celebrant.
Interment to follow in the Field of Honour, Mountain View Cemetery.
In memory of Dalton, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317-10th Street South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 2M7 or to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, #207, 542-7th Street South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 2H1.
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MASSON
DON MASSON, beloved husband of Helen Masson, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 29, 2009 in Lethbridge at the age of 80 years, one week after their 39th Wedding Anniversary.
A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, February 3, 2009 at the COALDALE MENNONITE BRETHREN CHURCH, 2114 – 18 Street South, with Pastor Randy Dueck and Pastor Rudy Heidebrecht officiating.

WILDE
ALICE ELLA MILNER WILDE passed away in Lethbridge on Sunday, February 1, 2009 at the age of 78 years, beloved wife of Lowell Wilde of Raymond.
The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, February 6, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS, Taylor Street Chapel, Raymond, with Bishop Greg Peterson officiating. Friends may meet the family from 1:00 to 1:45 p.m. prior to the service. Interment in the Temple Hill Cemetery, Raymond.
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