FRITZ
MRS. CINDY FRITZ of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Mr. Robert Fritz, and mother to Shanna-Lea and Jordynne of Lethbridge, passed away in Lethbridge, on Thursday, February 11, 2010 at the age of 51 years.
Cindy is also survived by her Father, Ralph Bloomberg of Lethbridge, brothers Len (Shirley) Bloomberg of Ft. MacLeod, Randy (Yola) Bloomberg of Lethbridge; Two sisters, Tammie (John) Wickey of Lethbrdige and Robin (Kevin) Sudo of Lethbridge.
Also survived by numerous neices and nephews; Cory, Kelly-Jo, Kendra, Kassi, Kylar, Hayley, Cole, Felicia and Grant. Also; Chad, Brennan, Kayla, Braydon, Krista, Tanner and Kylie.
Inlaws; Gus and Shirley Fritz, Don and Gail Fritz, Shar Fritz (Rod Casson), She is predeceased by her mother Carol.
Born on April 25, 1958 in Swift Current, Saskatchewan, Cindy was raised and educated in both Swift Current and Lethbridge. She graduated Winston Churchill in 1976, and entered into retail sales, working at Dalmys for many years. Cindy worked as a Chiropractic Assistant for over 10 years and during the past few years she worked at Southern Insurance Management in marketing.
In 1982, Cindy and Rob were married in Lethbridge and together they raised their family. Cindy put family first in all things. She loved going to the lake, spending time with family and friends. She loved spending time at both her sister and brother in laws cabin in Whitefish and her brother and sister in laws cabin on the farm in Fort MacLeod. She loved walking and the outdoors.
Cindy was an active member of Lethbridge Search and Rescue, caring for lost and missing people.
She was a loving Wife, Mother, Sister, Daughter, Aunt and Friend. She will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her.
A Celebration of Cindy's life will be held on 10:30am, on Wednesday, February 17, 2010, at the MARTIN BROS. RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta. With respect for Cindy’s zest for life the family would request that those attending the service not wear black, but light colorful attire.
Those wishing to honor the memory of Cindy may donate to the Lethbridge Regional Hosp. Chemo and Radiation Unit, c/o the Lethbridge Regional Hospital Foundation, 960 – 19 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J 1W5.


GYORFI
In the gentle presence of his loving family, God’s promise of heavenly peace came to MR. BERNARD (BROWN) GYORFI at St. Michael’s Health Centre on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at the age of 87 years, following a yearlong battle with cancer.
Vigil Rites (Prayers) and a Celebration of Life will be held at 7:00 pm on Monday, February 15, 2010 at MARTIN BROS. RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4th Street South, Lethbridge, AB.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 am on Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at ST. PATRICK’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 318 10th Street South, Lethbridge, AB, with Father Tim Boyle, celebrant.
Interment to follow at a later date at Mountain View Cemetery, Lethbridge, Alberta.
Those who wish, memorial donations may be made to St. Michael’s Health Care Foundation, Palliative Care, or Pastoral Care, 1400-9th Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J 4V5.
We wish to extend our sincere thank-you to family, friends, and all who made a difference in Dad’s struggle this past year.


HOFMAN
Elisabeth (Bets) Hofman
November 30, 1919 to
February 12, 2010
ELISABETH (BETS) HOFMAN of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Hendrik (Henk) Willem Hofman, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Friday, Feb. 12, 2010, at the age of 90. She was surrounded by her family.
Elisabeth was born in Hellendorn, the Netherlands, to Johannes and Elsje Poelakker. When she was 15, she met the love of her life, Henk Hofman. Henk and Bets were married on June 19, 1942. In April of 1953 they immigrated to Canada with 4 young daughters. They first settled in Lethbridge, Alberta and a son joined the family. They then moved to Hamilton, Ontario but the call of the west was too strong and they returned to Lethbridge one year later. One more daughter joined the family. Mom was always one to keep busy. She loved knitting and sewing. All the girls could be seen in matching dresses sewn with much love by their mother. Babies and Barbie dolls enjoyed wonderful knitted fashion for years. Mom also loved to travel. She returned to Holland 13 times to visit family. She also travelled to Australia, New Zealand, Alaska and Hawaii, where she snorkeled for the first time at age 75. She enjoyed many other activities like gardening, canning, biking, 5-pin bowling and carpet bowling. Elisabeth was involved in the Ladies Auxiliary at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, the Klompen (Wooden shoes) Dancers, the Dutch Choir and the St. Andrews Church Choir. She lived her life to the fullest and with much joy. She always had a smile for everyone!
Elisabeth is survived by her 6 children. Elsie (Ted) Dykstra of St. Albert, Alberta, Gerrie (Ken) Morrison of High River, Alberta, Verna (Harry) Vandersteen of Taber, Alberta, Jo-Anne Hegi of Lethbridge, Will (Nancy) Hofman of Lethbridge, and Betty (Al) Slomp of Nobleford, Alberta; 15 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Elisabeth was predeceased by her parents, a son Wim (1943-1946), her husband Henk in 1974, a son-in-law Murray Koetse in 1986, and a great-granddaughter, Ashley Hegi-Ronald, in 2009.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects on Thursday, February 18, 2010 between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. at MARTIN BROS. RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 - 4 Street South, Lethbridge.
A celebration and remembrance of Elisabeth's life will be held on Friday, February 19, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH, 4717 - 24 Ave. So., Lethbridge. Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery.


MILLAR
MRS. MARY MILLAR of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Angus G. (Bud) Millar, passed away on Friday, February 12, 2010 at the age of 90 years.
Mary is survived by her sons Tim (Susan) Millar of Calgary, and Doug (Liz Ferrero) Millar of Lethbridge; daughter Catherine Millar of Pincher Creek; Tim and Susan’s children Patti and Carolyn; Doug’s children Paul and Julie; and Liz’s children Steven and Michael.
Mary was predeceased by her husband Angus (Bud), parents William and Hazel D’Arcy and sisters Irene Cannam, Dorothy McWalters and Marjorie D’Arcy.
Mary was born in 1919 in Alliance Alberta and raised in Alliance and Edmonton. She moved to Lethbridge in 1939 and married Angus (Bud) in 1943.
Mary’s life and passions were her husband, children, grandchildren and her love of Waterton and the ranch at Twin Butte. She loved to play bridge, hike and golf and especially enjoyed her many friendships. She was an accomplished artist and she painted all her life in oils, watercolors and later in china painting.
Mary was an elegant and gracious woman with a great sense of humor. She was the Mom of Waterton and will be deeply missed by all that knew and loved her.
Family and Friends are invited to pay their respects between 7:00pm and 9:00pm, on Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at the MARTIN BROS. RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00pm, on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at the MARTIN BROS. RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, with Reverend Frank Lewis officiating. Interment in the Mountain View Cemetery family plot.
For those who wish, Memorial Donations may be made to the St. Michael’s Health Centre Foundation, 1400 – 9th Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J 4V5.


Ruppert, Peter Stephen passed away at Vulcan, Alberta February 12, 2010 at the age of 89 years.
Pete was born March 10, 1920 at Graystones, Alberta to Frank and Margaret Ruppert. He met Anna Chase and they were married on November 1, 1942. Pete proudly served his country with the 65th Tank Transport Division in World War II and was honorably discharged in 1945. He worked in Special Areas and was assigned to work in Lomond in 1949. Pete and Anna loved the area and have continued to reside there since. He also worked as a welder for the Lomond Service Garage. Peter later started his own welding shop which he sold in 1979. His motto was "we weld everything but broken hearts". Pete was committed to his family and to the Lomond community and served as Fire Chief and Mayor for many years. In that position he was instrumental in having Highway 845 constructed to better serve the community. Pete and Anna’s families have enjoyed many happy summers camping at Williams Lake. Pete was a long time member of the Lomond Lions Club and the Royal Canadian Legion.
Besides his loving wife Anna of 67 years, Pete is survived by his children Margaret (Don) Zuba of Airdrie, Frank (Marion) of Burdett, Erich (Carol) of Lomond, Marie (Bill) Moskal of Coaldale, ten grand children Veronica (Tyson) Ormann, Trevor (Angie) Zuba, Michelle (Arne) Gjerlaug, Lori Ruppert, Quentin (Shannon) Ruppert, Steven (Vanessa) Ruppert; Peter J (Arianna) Ruppert, Chad (Susanne) Moskal, Cody (Lyndsay) Moskal, Sean Moskal, nine great grandchildren, three sisters, three brothers and numerous nieces and nephews.
Pete was predeceased by his son William in 1975, his parents and two brothers.
Celebration of Life service will be held Tuesday February 16, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. at Bethany Lutheran Church, Lomond with Rev. Gordon Cranch officiating.
Inurnment at Lomond Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, tributes in Pete’s memory can be made to either the Sunshine Drop-In Centre, Box 53, Lomond T0L 1G0 or the Bethany Lutheran Church, Box 238, Lomond T0L 1G0.
Funeral arrangements in care of Vulcan Funeral Home. Telephone 403-485-2633. E-condolences to www.vulcanfuneralhome.ca

VISSER
MR. RONALD DOUGLAS VISSER of Lethbridge, passed away in Elk Valley B.C. on Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at the age of 49 years.
Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.


WELCH
MRS. MARJORIE WELCH of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Jack Welch, passed away at the St. Michael’s Health Care Centre on Friday, February 12, 2010, at the age of 80 years.
Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.