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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2008 |
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Written by Obituaries
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Friday, 10 October 2008 |
BARBRA ANN BLOCK MCLEAN
God saw you were coming down towards your rest; You fought a great battle, you gave your best
Now it is time to go back to your father in heaven; And take your place with other saints with the peace of leaven.
You leave behind your family who loves you beyond words: husband Ed, and your family Brandi, Sherry, Jessy, Wayne Blacklock, Shanty and Nitima.
CORRECTION OF ADDRESS
Donations for the late MRS. BENETH DORAM who passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2008 may be made to the Canadian Liver Foundation, #309, 1010 – 1 Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2E 7W7.
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
DAVIES
ROBERT JOHN MELVIN DAVIES, of Lethbridge, passed away at home on Saturday, October 4, 2008 at the age of 47 years.
Graveside Services will be held at MOUNTAIN VIEW CEMETERY, 11th Street and Scenic Drive South, Lethbridge on Friday, October 10, 2008 at 1:00 P.M.
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
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HERBERT
TOM HERBERT, beloved husband of Linda Herbert and beloved father to Tyler, Evan and Joel, of Lethbridge, passed away at home on Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at the age of 52 years.
He is survived by his father, Earle Herbert, sister Kim (Chris) Nielsen, niece Megan (Lyle) Holburton and their son Chase, and nephew Adam Nielsen, all of Lethbridge.
He is also survived by Linda’s parents, Tim and Tina Bouwsema of Lethbridge and Linda’s siblings; Patricia and Dave Gregory and children Daniel and Christy of Summerland, BC; Bruce and Rita Bouwsema and children Timothy and Cheryl of Lethbridge; Barry and Darlene Bouwsema and children Mitchell and Melissa of Sherwood Park; Gloria and Wayne Kinsella and children Joshua, Alexis, Rachel and Michelle of Edmonton.
Special friends, Doug & Karen Christie and family; Myles & Carol Godlonton and family; Dave & Brenda Howe and family; Hugh & Jean Christie and family; and Steve, Esther & Nicholas Johnson.
He was predeceased by his mother, Ethel Mae in 1984.
Tom was born March 26, 1956 in Lethbridge. He apprenticed at SAIT as a Communication Electrician and joined AGT in 1976. Tom continued with AGT (Telus) for over 31 years, working at Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, Edmonton and finally returning to Lethbridge. He married Linda in 1984 and together they raised their 3 boys. Tom loved to golf and was a member of the Lethbridge Country Club. He enjoyed camping, fishing and downhill skiing. Tom was a very sociable person. He loved to cook and BBQ for family get-togethers. He was a faithful member of Park Meadows Baptist Church and will be sadly missed by family and many friends.
Friends and family may gather at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, on Monday, October 13, 2008 from 3:00 - 4:00 P.M. for a viewing.
A Funeral Service will be held at PARK MEADOWS BAPTIST CHURCH, 2011-15th Avenue North, Lethbridge, AB on Tuesday, October 14, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Barry Seifert officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Canada, Lethbridge Chapter, Box 563, Lethbridge, AB T1J 3Z4 or to Canadian Diabetes Association, 210 D - 12th Street North, Lethbridge, AB T1H 2J1.
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
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HRABIC
MICHAEL STEPHEN HRABIC, beloved husband of Dorothy Hrabic, of Lethbridge, passed away at the Park Meadows Village on his 64th wedding anniversary, Tuesday, September 30, 2008 at the age of 88 years.
He is the loving father of Judy (Murray) Craig of Sherwood Park, Alberta and Lorna Rusling (Ed) of Lethbridge, Alberta.
Michael is survived by his wife Dorothy, his daughters Judy and Lorna; his 3 grandchildren Travis (Debbie); Jennifer (Steve) and Alissa (Evan); and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his father and mother, Andrew and Polly Hrabic; and his sisters Anne Prime and Rose Skoropata.
Michael was born in Stonewall, Manitoba on March 4, 1920. He served from 1941 to 1946 in the Air Force on the British Columbia coast and in Toronto, Ontario. Michael met his wife in Lethbridge when he was in #8 Flying School and married her on September 30, 1945. After they were married, Michael and Dorothy moved to Toronto where he served in the Air Force. After the war ended, they settled in Lethbridge.
Michael worked for Bird, Oland and Kenwood Construction. He also belonged to the ELKS Club and the Seniors RV Camping Group. He enjoyed travelling, hunting, fishing and carpentry.
The family would like to thank Dr. Cal Stewart and Dr. David Stewart and the staff at the Park Meadows Village (Good Samaritan Society) for the compassionate care and kindness given to them during their visits to cottage 5 and to Michael during his last months.
A Memorial Service will be celebrated at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, on Saturday, October 11, 2008 at 11 A.M. with Reverend Elizabeth Brown officiating.
A private family interment will follow the service at the Archmount Memorial Gardens.
In Memory of Michael Hrabic, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society, #402, 740 - 4th Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 0N9
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
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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.
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.
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
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Linden Litchfield
1914 - 2008
Linden Dee Litchfield of Taber passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at the age of 94 years.
Linden was born September 27, 1914, the son of Joseph and Ferl Litchfield in Raymond, Alberta and grew up on the family homestead north of Purple Springs. Linden was the second in a family of eight children. Linden grew up with a deep love of the “Sandhills” and spent many hours in the saddle: both on his own land and in working for ranchers in the area. He often spoke fondly of his memories of working for Charlie Furman and the Francis family.
Linden married Myrtle Lenz of Hillspring on December 20, 1944 in the Cardston Alberta Temple. They have six children: Linda (Wren) Atwood of Bow Island, Merlin (Debbie) Litchfield of Taber, Rita (Bill) Toone of Claresholm, Ardyth (Randy) Erickson of Coaldale, LeRon (Patsy) Litchfield of Taber, Christine (Ken) Proskow of Creston, BC. Linden & Myrtle have eighteen grandsons and seventeen granddaughters and sixty seven great-grandchildren with four more on the way. He is also survived by his brothers Elden Litchfield of Lethbridge and Dean Litchfield of Raymond; sisters Iris Meldrum of Magrath and Dorothy Francis of Taber.
Linden is predeceased by his beloved wife, Myrtle; his parents, two brothers and one sister.
The most important things in Linden’s life were his family, his church, and being a good friend and neighbour. He gave many years of service to his church and to the community. He was respected and admired by all who knew him.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, October 10, 2008 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. and prior to the funeral service in the Relief Society Room of the Church from 1:00 P.M. to 1:45 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 54th Street Chapel, 5314 – 54 Street on Saturday, October 11, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. with Bishop Frank Walton conducting. Burial to follow in the Taber Memorial Garden. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at www.southlandfuneral.com <http://www.southlandfuneral.com> .
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: 223-8778.
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.
A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00pm on Friday, October 10, 2008 at MARTIN BROS. RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, with Reverend Lois Punton, officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation, 960 – 19 Street South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 1W5.
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
RIPLEY
BEATRICE (BETTY) RIPLEY passed away at Fort Macleod, Alberta on Friday, October 3, 2008 at the age of 97 years.
Betty was born in Pincher Creek on May 4, 1911. The passing of Betty brings an end to a long standing familiar Pioneer Name in the Pincher Creek Community. Fred Pelletier established his mark in this community in the 1890’s. Betty was the last of the 13 children – George, Agnes, Alma, Irene, Antoinette (Toots), Alfred (Ted), Alice, Marie (Dolly), Henry (Hank), Adrianne (Bubbles), Wilbroad and Jerome (Bunny).
Betty lived and worked in Lethbridge for many years. Her employment at Trans Canada Airlines (T.C.A.) and St. Mary’s River Irrigation District was continuous from the ‘40’s to her retirement in 1978.
She was predeceased by her husband of 28 years Allan Graham and married Percy Ripley in 1980 who predeceased her in 1992.
Betty will be remembered and missed by her family and many friends. She definitely was a "Socialite" that would postpone everything if a party, a trip or a shopping excursion occurred.
The family would like to thank the staff at the Fort Macleod Extendicare where she received the best of care this past year and the Staff and Administration at Columbia Assisted Living in Lethbridge where she spent two years of peaceful living.
Betty’s life will be celebrated at Eden’s Funeral Home, Fort Macleod at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 11, 2008 with Bonnie Roddis as celebrant. In lieu of flowers or donations please spend some special time with your family or friends, and of course, have a party and toast Betty.
RUSTON
It is with great sadness that the family of PAT RUSTON announces her sudden passing on Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at the age of 71 years.
Pat was born on February 28, 1937 in Regina, Saskatchewan. She moved to Lethbridge to attend nurse’s training at St. Michael’s Hospital and graduated as a Registered Nurse in 1957. Pat worked as an RN for most of her career at St. Michael’s Hospital before retiring in 2001. She was well known as a volunteer with the St. Michael’s Health Centre, Meals on Wheels, and the Canadian Cancer Society.
Pat was a member of the Lethbridge Seniors Centre and much enjoyed camping trips with her friends and family. She was a valued member of our community and will be sadly missed by all who were blessed to know her.
She leaves her three children, Brad (Shannon) Ruston and their children Brittney and Emily, Carla (Alan) Koyata and their children Kari (Paul) Hachey and Candice Koyata (Jason Robison), Lynette Theriault and her children Nathan and Jensen. Pat was also a great-grandmother to Taylor Koyata and Evan and Brandon Hachey. She is survived by her two sisters Sharon Connaughty and Sheila Healy as well as a number of nieces and nephews. Pat was predeceased by her mother and father, Thelma and Chet Connaughty and her brother Gerald Connaughty.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Michael’s Foundation, 1400 – 9 Ave., S., Lethbridge, AB, T1J 4V5.
A Funeral Service will be held at 3:00 pm on Saturday, October 11, 2008 at MARTIN BROS. RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge.
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
SHIPLEY
FLOSS Louise Shipley, aged 90 of Cardston, Alberta passed away peacefully on October 7, 2008. She was predeceased by her husband, Willis A. Shipley in 1990.
Her posterity includes seven children, Ted (Susan) of Glenwood, Garry (Shirley) of Redcliff, Anita (Leroy) Giesler of Castlegar, Dwain (Jolane) of Glenwood, LaMar (Susan) of Cardston, Judy (Jeff) Grunewald of Calgary, and Marilee (Tim) Campbell of Cashmere, WA; 31 grandchildren, 72 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.
She is survived by one sister-in-law, Joyce Garner and numerous nephews and nieces that dearly loved to go to “Aunt Louise’s” and spend time on the farm.
She is predeceased by her husband Willis, two daughter-in-laws Shirley (Garry) and Linda (Ted), two grandsons, Kirk and Neil as well as her brothers and sisters.
She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Served in many positions. She and Willis were dance directors for many years and loved music, dancing and singing. She had a beautiful alto voice and was a member of the “Singing Mother’s Choir” who sang in General Conference. She served three missions, two with her husband on one with Joyce, her surviving sister-in-law.
Louise was born in Devon, Montana and lived in Glenwood for her entire life, farming with Willis. She is remembered for her sunny disposition, her excellent cooking ability, the many quilts and afghans she made and her work ethic. She loved flowers.
Friends may meet the family at the TEMPLE STREET CHAPEL, Cardston on Friday, October 10th from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. OR at the Church from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the Service. The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, GLENWOOD, Alberta on Saturday, October 11th at 11:00 a.m. with Bishop Duane Nelson officiating. Interment in the Glenwood Cemetery.
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Arrangements entrusted to Calvin Salmon.
Legacy Funeral Homes Ltd.
P.O. Box 208
Cardston, Alberta T0K 0K0
Phone (403) 653-3222
Fax (403) 653-3677
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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.
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.
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
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STRANG
Eleanor Margaret (Peggy) Strang, W301804 Women’s Division R.C.A.F. beloved daughter of the late Tom and Mab Anderson, and beloved wife of the late Gray Strang passed away September 30, 2008. Peggy was born in Toronto on November 29, 1917 where she received her education and graduated from The Margaret Eaton School of Physical Education (University of Toronto). She taught in Winnipeg prior to joining with the first women in the R.C.A.F. She was posted to Claresholm in 1941. Peggy married Gray Strang in August, 1942. They farmed east of Claresholm for over 65 years and she continued to live on the farm until her passing. Peggy worked at the Claresholm Care Centre from 1962 to 1978. She spent many years as a Girl Guide Leader and took many girls on camps and one group to the World Guide Camp at Doe Lake, Ontario in 1957. She remained interested and active in the Girl Guides all her life.
Peggy is survived by her son, Dr. Andy Strang (Joan) of Cardston, and her daughters Joan Ready (John) of Auckland, New Zeland and Robin Riehl (Harry) of Claresholm as well as 11 grandchildren including J.D. Akins (Karen), Juanita Wilson (Kevin) as well as 27 great-grandchildren including K.C. Akins, Carlee Akins and Natasha McAuley-Wilson.
At Peggy’s request she was cremated and is interred at Claresholm. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on October 15, 2008 at Leyden’s Funeral Home, 4079-1 Street West, Claresholm.
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.
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.
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
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WALBURGER
FERN WALBURGER, beloved wife of Mark Walburger, passed away suddenly in Cardston on October 6th, 2008 at the age of 66 years.
She was born May 8th, 1942 in Calgary, AB as Margaret Ann Huggins. A few days later, she was adopted by Delwynn & Melba Broadbent. She had one brother, Allen Delynn Broadbent.
Fern grew up in Leavitt, went to High School in Cardston, and for her post secondary schooling, she went to Ricks College. After college, she worked at the Royal Bank at which time she met and married Mark Walburger on July 23rd, 1964. They have four children and 10 grandchildren.
A few years ago, she found her birth siblings totalling 10 brothers and sisters.
She is predeceased by both sets of parents. She will be greatly missed by all of her family.
Friends may meet the family at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston ONLY on Friday, October 10th, 2008 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Leavitt, Alberta on Saturday, October 11th, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. with Bishop Craig Carnell Officiating. Interment in the Leavitt Cemetery.
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Funeral arrangements entrusted to Berry Gorham.
Legacy Funeral Homes Ltd.
P.O. Box 208
Cardston, Alberta T0K 0K0
Phone (403) 653-3222
Fax (403) 653-3677
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WIDMER
It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the sudden passing of ERNA WIDMER (nee Schlenker), with family at her side, in the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Saturday October 4, 2008 at the age of 77.
Erna was born on January 16th, 1931 in Neu Denovitz, Bessarabien, Romania. She immigrated to Canada with her late husband Ernst, her mother-in-law and their 4 young children in May 1959. The family settled in Magrath, Alberta, where they raised their 6 children and where she lived until her passing. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many in town and surrounding area.
Erna is survived by her children, Georg (Adrienne) of Calgary, Edelgard (Richard) Scherer of Blackie, Trudy (Leonard) Ririe of Barrhead, Siegfried (April) of Highland Utah, Kurt (Ilona) of Magrath, Monika (Dave) Brunner of Redcliff, 18 grandchildren, a brother Johannes (Natalia) Schlenker of Germany and sister Adelena (Ewald) Kruger of Magrath, and numerous relatives throughout Germany and Canada.
She will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by all of her extended family and her many friends.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects between 7:00pm and 8:00pm on Friday October 10, 2008 with a Prayer Service at 7:30 pm at MARTIN BROS. RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge.
Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday October 11, 2008 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Magrath, with Pastor Brian Amison officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot at the Magrath Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Good Samaritan’s Society Garden Vista in Magrath.
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
WIENS
MRS. MARY WIENS of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Henry Wiens, passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at the age of 95 years.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects between 7:00 pm and 8:00 pm on Sunday, October 12, 2008 at the COALDALE FUNERAL HOME, 1411 – 20 Street, Coaldale.
A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 am on Monday, October 13, 2008 at the REDEEMBER LUTHERAN CHURCH, 2006 – 20 Street, Coaldale, with Reverend Gerald Klassen and Pastor Manfred Boller officiating. Interment to follow in the Coaldale Cemetery.
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