BOWDEN

With sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother, IRENE (BLONDIE) BOWDEN, on October 5, 2008. She was 98 years young.
Mom was born on February 11, 1910, the fifth child of George and Violet Terry.
She was predeceased by her parents George and Violet, as well as her two brothers; Austin (Mabel) and James (Minnie) and her four sisters; Mary (Joe) Thompson, Thera (Bob) Park, Vera (Dick) Wayling, and Agnes (Clifford) Price.
Irene married the love of her life Clarence James Bowden on February 29, 1928 (leap year) and they enjoyed 62 good years together. Their marriage produced three sons; William Clarence, Richard O’Dell, and Gordon Terry. Mom loved her family and the passing of her son Richard on July 25, 1969, her husband Clarence on March 14, 1990 and her granddaughter Lorene Bullock on October 16, 2007 were difficult days.
She is survived by two sons, William (Dorothy) and Gordon (Louise). She leaves 15 grandchildren, 62 great grandchildren and 23 great-great grandchildren.
After Clarence retired from the sugar factory, they really enjoyed life and spent many winters in Arizona. Mom was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and worked in the Primary, Relief Society, Young Women’s, and on the Activities Committee. She also served a mission with Dad working with the Warner Branch.
She will be greatly missed by her family but her memories and teaching will never be forgotten.
Her motto was "Give to the world the best you have, and the best will always come back to you."
Mom loved to sing and recite poetry and she shared her songs and poetry with everyone right up until her last day.
She is a special lady and loved by many.
We wish to give a special "Thank You" to the staff at St. Therese Villa for the loving care they gave our mom.
Friends may meet the family on Thursday, October 9, 2008 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at GENERATIONS FUNERAL HOME, 703–13 Street North, Lethbridge, or on Friday, October 10, 2008 prior to the service at the church from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m.
Funeral Service will be held on Friday, October 10, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS, Lethbridge East Stake Chapel, 4105 Forestry Ave. S, with Bishop Douglas Wilde officiating. Interment in the Temple Hill Cemetery, Raymond.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Irene’s name to St. Therese Villa, 253 Southgate Blvd. S., Lethbridge.
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DE KREEK
ADRIAAN DE KREEK, beloved husband of Jean de Kreek, passed away suddenly at the Calgary Foothills Hospital on Saturday, October 4, 2008 at the age of 82 years.
Besides his loving wife of 55 years, he is survived by his children Mary (Bryon) Harbers of Monarch; Dick (Yolanda) de Kreek of Park Lake; Terry (Merv) Cradduck of Taber; Sharon (Dwayne) Beaton of Lethbridge; 7 grandchildren, Lisa and Jeff Harbers; Kevin (Lindsey) and David (Julie) de Kreek; Michelle Cradduck; Laura and Andrew Beaton; and 2 great grandchildren, Summer and Tyson de Kreek. He was predeceased by his son Dirk (Dicky) in 1955. He is also survived by two sisters, Bep and Toos, and two brothers Piet and Joe, in Holland. He was also predeceased by his brothers and sisters, Marie, Cor, Jan, Ans and Sjaan, all in Holland.
Ad was born on January 31, 1926 in Ridderkerk, Holland, the 5th of 10 children. He immigrated to Canada in 1952 to join his fiancée Jean Groenenboom and to pursue his dream of farming. In February 1953 he married Jean and they raised their family on the farm at Park Lake. Ad loved his family and was proud of each of them. He always made time for his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The grandchildren have many fond memories of spending time with Grandpa on the farm and fishing with him. Ad and Jean also had many happy times fishing and camping with family and friends. Ad loved the land and farming, still doing some baling this summer. He kept a large garden and was happy to share the bounty with family, friends and neighbours. Ad will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.
A Funeral Service will be held at ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 1818-5th Avenue South, Lethbridge, on Thursday, October 9th, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Hugh Jack officiating.
A private family interment will be held prior to the service.
In Memory of Adriaan, donations may be made to the Presbyterian World Relief Fund, 50 Wynford Drive, Toronto, Ontario, M3C 1J7.
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DESROSIERS
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of TROY PATRICK WALTER DESROSIERS after a lengthy battle with cancer, at the age of 40 years.
Troy is survived by his common-law wife, Trish Campbell, of Lethbridge; by his mother, Judy Desrosiers, of Lethbridge; his grandmother Nora Dewhirst, also of Lethbridge; and by various uncles, aunts and cousins both in Lethbridge and elsewhere. Troy is predeceased by his father, Alfred "Des" Desrosiers, of Lethbridge, and by several other close relatives.
Troy was born on March 9, 1968 in Edmonton, Alberta, and because of his father's Air Force career, lived in various places across Canada before the family settled in Lethbridge in 1977. He graduated from Lethbridge Collegiate Institute as an honour roll student in June 1986, and was awarded a diploma in Television Production from Lethbridge College in 2000. Troy was employed at a major record store for a number of years, and he also did video camera work for Channel 12 (now Shaw TV), Horse Racing Alberta and (as a volunteer) for the Lethbridge Hurricanes hockey club.
Troy enjoyed a number of leisure activities, such as collecting comic books, role-playing games, sports, reading, drawing and music, and greatly enjoyed the company of his friends in the course of pursuing these interests. He was a good friend to many, and will long be remembered for his compassion toward others and willingness to accept people for who they are.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects between 7:00 pm and 8:00pm on Saturday, October 8, 2008 at MARTIN BROS. RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 – 10 Street South Lethbridge, AB T1J 9Z9 or the Lethbridge Food Bank Society, 1016 – 2 Ave South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 0C9 would be greatly appreciated.
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DOGTEROM
LOUIS GEORGE DOGTEROM, of Lethbridge, passed away at the age of 87 years on Saturday, October 4, 2008, after an extended stay in the Chinook Regional Hospital.
A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, on Thursday, October 9, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Glenn Hobden and Pastor Shirley Hobden officiating. Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
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Lethbridge, Alberta
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JOHNSTON
CHERYL JOHNSTON, beloved wife of Mike Johnston of Lethbridge, and mother to Marcus of Coalhurst and Brianna (Evan) Seitz of Medicine Hat, passed away at the Calgary Foothills Hospital on Saturday, October 4, 2008 at the age of 46 years.
She is lovingly remembered by her mother Edith Faye Cheetham of Calgary, three brothers and one sister, Jim (Beverly) Cheetham, Mike (Kristyn) Cheetham and Doug (Colleen) Birch Cheetham all of Calgary, Kathy (Brian) Mason of Williams Lake, BC, numerous nieces and nephews, special friends Erv & Joanne Fehr and family and her pets Tazz and Wicket.
Cheryl was predeceased by her father Stan.
Cheryl will be forever loved and forever missed by her family Friends and all those who knew her.
Cheryl was born in Calgary, Alberta on March 22, 1962, to Stan and Faye Cheetham. She was welcomed by brothers Jim, Mike, Doug, and sister Kathy. She was greatly loved by all. And from the day she was born she was welcomed by the Murray family. Cheryl brought a lot of laughter and joy into the Cheetham home. She attended school at Colonel Sanders Elementary School moved on to Sir John A. MacDonald Junior High School and Graduated High School from John G. Diefenbaker High School. She was a bright light in everyone‚s life she touched. Her smile and laughter lit up every room she came into. Cheryl, her family and very special family friends, the Dytes and the Simas spent many weekends camping in the Waiporous Area near Cochrane, Alberta. They also spent Christmases and other holidays together.
Cheryl grew up with a loving family, brothers who teased her mercilessly, and a sister who has always been her best friend.
She met her husband Mike in 1979, while working at Woodwards in Market Mall in Calgary. They were married on August 22, 1981. Cheryl and Mike lived for nearly a year in Calgary, and then in June 1982, they moved to The Lethbridge Area where they began their careers, Mike in Television and Cheryl with AGT. Just over a year later, they took on new challenges in Regina, Saskatchewan. In the six years they were in Saskatchewan, they were blessed with many things. Good friends, and most of all in January1987 their first child Marcus Andrew was born. About a year and a half later they received another blessing. Brianna Marie was born in August 1988. They lived in Regina for a few more years, moving back to Calgary to be closer to family. They lived in Calgary for about a year and half. They were drawn back to the Lethbridge area, to the small town of Coalhurst, where their children went to school. Cheryl and Mike were very involved with school activities as it kept them close to their children. They watched their children grow and prosper in Coalhurst. Many of the kids‚ friends called Cheryl, Mom, and children loved to come by the Johnston home for good meals and lots of conversation.
Cheryl and her family loved soccer. Both Marcus and Brianna played soccer for well over fifteen years for fun and competition. Cheryl loved to be close to her family, and soccer travel provided the family with lots of trips around Canada. From Kelowna to St. John‚s Newfoundland, Cheryl travelled to see her children play.
Her real love was always children. She wanted to help children with learning problems and started a new career at Coalhurst Elementary School, as a Teacher Assistant.
She went back to University and received her Teacher‚s Assistant Certificate. She worked while she was in school and graduated the U of C with honours. She continued her work as a Teacher‚s Assistant in Coalhurst, where she specialized in helping children with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, and other severely challenged children.
Cheryl was so proud of her children and family. Marcus continued with his education and his soccer at the University of Lethbridge, their daughter, Brianna, was married last year to Evan Seitz and they now reside in Medicine Hat where she is following in her mother's footsteps, pursuing a career as an Educational Assistant. At the time of her passing, Cheryl was looking forward to returning to Coalhurst Elementary and continuing on with her career as a Teacher's Assistant. We cherish every moment we had together with you, Cheryl.
Life is eternal; and love is immortal
And death is only a horizon;
And a horizon is nothing save the limit of our sight
A Funeral Service will be held at COLLEGE DRIVE COMMUNITY CHURCH, 2710-College Drive South, Lethbridge, AB on Friday, October 10, 2008 at 2:30 P.M. with Pastor John Moerman officiating. Cremation to follow.
In memory of Cheryl, memorial donations may be made to the Ventricular Assist Device Program, c/o Foothills Hospital, 1403-29th Street N.W. Calgary, AB T2N 2T8 or S.T.A.R.S. Box 570, 1441 Aviation Avenue Park NE. Calgary, Alberta, T2E 8M7.
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Linden Litchfield
1914 - 2008
Linden Litchfield of Taber, beloved husband of the late Myrtle Litchfield, passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at the age of 94 years.
Further information, including service details will follow once arrangements have been finalized.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: 223-8778.

MUELLER
MRS. ELSIE MUELLER, beloved wife of Mr. Alfred Mueller, of Lethbridge, Alberta, passed away at the West Highlands on Thursday, October 2, 2008 at the age of 77 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at the CORNERSTONE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, on Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. with Pastor Kevin Powell officiating. Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
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Lethbridge, Alberta
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PERLICH
MRS. KATIE PERLICH of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Bill (William) Perlich, passed away at the Good Samaritan’s Lodge on Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at the age of 86 years.
Katie was born in Croatia on November 3, 1921. Her family and friends were of the utmost importance. She enjoyed visiting with her friends, old and new, her neighbours and relatives. Katie was an enthusiastic gardener and baker. She was also a lifelong member of the C.W.L.
Katie immigrated to Taber in 1936 with her immediate family. She later married Bill who was from Croatia as well. They had two children, William (Bill) Perlich of High River and Angie (Norm) Giesbrecht of Kelowna, BC. Katie is also survived by her grandchildren, Troy Giesbrecht of Portugal and Kari Whan (Giesbrecht) of Cold Lake, AB and by her sisters-in-law Rose (Perlich) Niedermier and Joanne (Tony) Perlich.
Besides her beloved husband Bill, Katie was predeceased by her parents, brothers-in-law Joe and Tony, as well as her sisters-in-law Iva and Irene.
Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be held at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at MARTIN BROS. RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge led by Karen Haberman.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 am on Thursday, October 9, 2008 at ST. BASIL’S CATHOLOIC CHURCH, 604 - 13 Street North, Lethbridge with Father Edward Flanagan and Deacon Cliff Bogdan celebrant. Interment to follow in the Mountain View Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society Lethbridge Chapter #402, 740 – 4 Ave South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 0N9.
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Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P6
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REICH
ALLEEN FRASER REICH (nee Noble) of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Walter Theodore Reich, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, October 8, 2008 at the age of 95 years.
Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
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RINGDAHL
On October 3, 2008 Mr. Richard Alvin Ringdahl passed away surrounded by the love of his family and accepting his death with grace, dignity and courage.
Richard leaves to mourn always, his dear wife and best friend Joan (Bourque), their children Pat Gantly; Kevin and Stacey Evans; Tony (Junior) and Lois Evans and grandchildren Buck, Kerri, Joanne, Phillip, Sean and Helen.   
Rich was the beloved first son of Josephine Ringdahl, a loving and patient brother to Sally; Jo (Don Graham); Carl (Brenda); Rita; Beth (IanMcEachern) and uncle to Eric, Amy, Laura and David Ringdahl.  
Rich was predeceased by his father Ralph Ringdahl in 1983 and son Ken Evans in 2002.   
The family wishes to thank Dr.Seto for his dedicated home visits.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, October 10, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. at Annunciation Church in 9420-163 Street Edmonton, AB.   Reverend James Holland OMI Officiating.   
A private family inurnment will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to STARS Air Rescue in appreciation for their medical assistance in the past.  
To send condolences www.serenity.ca

SPAN
FRANCINA MARIA “INA” SPAN, beloved wife of Robert B. Span of Lethbridge, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, October 6, 2008 at the age of 75 years.
Besides her loving husband of 56 years, Francina is survived by her children; Netty (Fred) Tolsma of St. Albert; George Span of Lethbridge; Sadie (George) Tolsma of St. Albert; Fran Ovis of St. Albert; Arlene (Allan) Miedema of Kelowna; Anita (Doug) Tolsma of St. Albert; Richard (Marsha) Span of Lacombe; and Timothy (Lorrie) Span of Stirling.
Ina was the beloved Oma to 40 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.
She is also survived by 5 sisters; Ellie Vandenberg, Annie Wolters, Wilhelmina Konynenbelt, Jan de Klerk and Corrie Blenke, and 3 brothers; Arie, Dick and Jack de Klerk. She was predeceased by 2 sisters Agnes & Rite, a daughter Sylvia, 2 granddaughters Nicole & Regina and her parents Derk & Agnes de Klerk.
Ina (Mom) immigrated to Canada with her family from the Netherlands. She married Robert (Dad) and had nine children. Mom’s main interest was her family. She was a great cook, loved gardening and the outdoors and found great joy in music. Mom loved the Lord her Savior and this was demonstrated with her generosity and willingness to help others. Mom will be sadly missed by all who loved her and crossed her path.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, on Thursday, October 9, 2008 from 7:00-8:00 P.M.
A Memorial Service will be held at TRINITY REFORMED CHURCH, 1100-40th Avenue North, Lethbridge, on Friday, October 10, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. with Candidate Hank Van der Woerd officiating.
A private family interment will precede the service at the Archmount Cemetery.
In memory of Ina, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, #207, 542 7th Street South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 2H1.
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VAN WEELE
CORNELIA “CORRIE” VAN WEELE, beloved wife of the late Lou Van Weele of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Sunday, October 5, 2008 at the age of 86 years.
She is the loving mother of two sons, Casey Van Weele of Calgary and Thys (Bev) Van Weele of Fort Macleod; and two daughters, Willie (Ron) Johnson of Cardston and Lenie (Cliff) Johnson of Kamloops; 9 grandchildren Cameron Van Weele (Jen); Karolee Patchett; Tish Melchior (Dale); Aleksandr Van Weele; Lisa (Blair) Jacober; Barb (Brad) Hawken; Shannon (Wade) Davidson; Heather McQueen; Bonnie McQueen; and 3 step-grandchildren Jennie (Wade) O'Sullivan; Gloria (Peter) Schwindt; and Bonnie (Pat) Maney; 7 step grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; 1 great great granddaughter. She is also survived by 2 brothers, Jan and Thys; and 4 sisters, Leu, Rie, Anny and Maatje in Holland.
She was predeceased by her loving husband Lou; brothers Kees and Bram; sisters Mina and Nellie; and son-in-law Gus McQueen.
A special thanks to Mom’s caregivers for the loving care at the Good Samaritan's Park Meadows and West Highlands Cottages for the past five years.
A Funeral Service will be held at the MARANATHA CHRISTIAN REFORM CHURCH, 260 McGill Boulevard West, Lethbridge, on Friday, October 10, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend John Huizinga officiating. Interment to follow in Mountain View Cemetery.
In Memory of Corrie, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society, #402, 740 - 4th Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 0N9.
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