BROTHERWOOD
MR. TROY BROTHERWOOD of Coalhurst, beloved husband of Debra Brotherwood, passed away on Sunday, January 13, 2013 at the age of 49 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at 5:00 pm, on Friday, January 18, 2013 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, with Deacon Michael Pollard.
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Martin Bros. Funeral Chapels Ltd.
610 - 4 Street South
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P3
Phone: (403)328-2361  Fax: (403)382-3623
Toll Free: 1-800-382-2901
www.mbfunerals.com



CLARKE
LOIS BEVERLEY CLARKE: Lois fought the brave battle of Cancer. She succumbed in her sleep on Wednesday, January 16th, 2013 at the St. Michael's Health Centre at the age of 78 years.
A Service of Remembrance will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 - Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at 1:00 P.M., with Reverend Trevor Potter officiating.
In Lieu of Flowers, donations may be made to the CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY - LETHBRIDGE & DISTRICT UNIT - 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta - T1J 2M7
Honoured to Serve
Cornerstone Funeral Home & Crematorium
2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South
Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1
Telephone ~ (403) 381-7777
Fax ~ (403) 381-3128
Toll Free ~ 1-(888)-381-7778
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DYCK
EDWARD PETER DYCK passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Wednesday, January 16th, 2013 at the age of 74 years.
Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
Honoured to Serve
Cornerstone Funeral Home & Crematorium
2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South
Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1
Telephone ~ (403) 381-7777
Fax ~ (403) 381-3128
Toll Free ~ 1-(888)-381-7778
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EWACH
MRS. CAROL LEE EWACH passed away at the Bow Island Health Centre on Monday, January 14, 2013 at the age of 71 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, January 19, 2013 at the FOREMOST UNITED CHURCH with Pastor Sheila McLeod officiating.
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Martin Bros. Funeral Chapels Ltd.
610 - 4 Street South
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P3
Phone: (403)328-2361  Fax: (403)382-3623
Toll Free: 1-800-382-2901
www.mbfunerals.com



FRIESEN
MR. ABE HENRY FRIESEN of Lethbridge passed away on Sunday, January 13, 2013 at the age of 90 years.
Abe was born in Cadillac, Saskatchewan and spent his early years farming. He moved to Coaldale in 1936 and pursued a career in carpentry, working on many large projects including the Nolan Bridge. He was a veteran of WWII, serving actively in Europe.
Abe is survived by his sister Martha Niessen and many nieces and nephews. Close to him where Jim Niessen, Jerry and Shirley DeJager, Dorothy Kreft and Harvey Rogalsky. He was predeceased by his parents Henry and Katherine Friesen, as well as two brothers and 3 sisters.
A special thank you to the staff of West Highlands for the excellent care Abe received while he lived there.
A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 pm, on Saturday, January 19, 2013 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, with Pastor Rudy Heidebrecht officiating. Interment to follow in the Coaldale Cemetery, Mennonite Section.
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Martin Bros. Funeral Chapels Ltd.
610 - 4 Street South
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P3
Phone: (403)328-2361  Fax: (403)382-3623
Toll Free: 1-800-382-2901
www.mbfunerals.com



GLEN EDWARD GASKELL
1923-2013
Glen passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at the age of 89.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday, January 18, 2013 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4th Street South, Lethbridge.
Memorial donations may be made in Glen’s name to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Box 2211, Lethbridge, AB T1J 4K7.
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Martin Bros. Funeral Chapels Ltd.
610 - 4 Street South
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P3
Phone: (403)328-2361  Fax: (403)382-3623
Toll Free: 1-800-382-2901
www.mbfunerals.com



Laurette "Lee"Marlene Hutchings (ne Santa)
August 1937 ~ January 2013
Beloved wife of Darryl Hutchings of Stirling, loving mother of Guy Simon and wife Katherine of Lethbridge, Dana Lee and husband Jeff Saby of Kamloops and John and Craig Hutchings of Calgary. Grandmother of Adrian, Kyle, Courtney, Simon Cole, Owen and Eva; great-grandmother of Alexis and Braxton. Predeceased by her parents George and Miriam Santa, and sister Wilma (Santa) Winter. Smart, good looking and fun loving she will be missed by her sister Janet Sheen; brothers Gary, Skip, Don and Les Santa and their families; her extended family in Southern Alberta; and all those that knew her. She was an avid gardener and interior decorator. Her greatest joy was outdoors in her flower gardens. Traveled widely and lived in many different places she shared her extensive education, exceptional talents, broad experience and zest for life as a community outreach worker and friend. She helped many people and they responded with kindness to her and now she is gone to a better place, but her imprint will never fade.
A Celebration of Laurette’s Life will be held from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, on Saturday, January 19, 2013 at COUNTRY KITCHEN CATERING, 1715 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge. Have fun. That’s the way she would like it. Once the crocuses are out, her favorite flower, a private ceremony will be held at her ancestral home of Milk River.
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Martin Bros. Funeral Chapels Ltd.
610 - 4 Street South
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P3
Phone: (403)328-2361  Fax: (403)382-3623
Toll Free: 1-800-382-2901
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MARSH
MR. KENNETH "KEN" WALTER MARSH of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Valerie Ann Marsh, passed away on Thursday, January 10, 2013 at the age of 72 years.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects between 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm on Friday, January 18, 2013 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 - 4 Street South, Lethbridge.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Those who wish, memorial donations may be made to Valerie Marsh, Box 823, Coalhurst, AB T0L 0V0.
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Martin Bros. Funeral Chapels Ltd.
610 - 4 Street South
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P3
Phone: (403)328-2361  Fax: (403)382-3623
Toll Free: 1-800-382-2901
www.mbfunerals.com



RESS
ERIKA ANNA RESS beloved wife of Alexander Ress, passed away suddenly in her sleep on Tuesday, January 15th, 2013 at the age of 59.
Erika is survived by her husband Alex; son Robert (Brianne) Ress of Coaldale; daughters Jackie (Jerry) Roussel and Jessica (Nathan Dawson) Ress of Lethbridge; grandchildren Logan and Avery Ress; and brother Thomas Reich.
Erika was predeceased by her parents, Edward and Dagmar Reich and her daughter, Jennifer Ress.
Erika graduated from Winston Churchill High School in 1972. After graduation, she worked in the Dietary Department at the St. Michaels Hospital for 8 years. She then worked in the Admitting Office evenings at St. Michaels Hospital for 4 years. Erika then started her career with the Lethbridge School District #51 in April of 1985 and was still employed at the time of her passing. She spent her time from early on between Galbraith, Park Meadows and Nicolas Sharon ending her 28 year career with 20 years at Park Meadows. Erika loved her job and the children she worked with. She spent hours at home in the evenings working on personalized gifts for each kindergarten student in her class. She was gifted in working with special needs children in meeting all their needs and caring for them above and beyond her call of duty. Erika has worked with many children over the years and we believe she has touched each and every one of them.
Erika loved gardening. She would spend hours upon hours working away, pulling weeds and making sure everything was growing at the proper rate. From the garden to the flower beds, she was blessed with quite the green thumb.
All those associated with the Ress family know that every family function that Erika hosted or attended, there was never a shortage of food! Erika very much enjoyed cooking and preparing platters of everyone to enjoy. She loved having her family over for family dinners and visits, playing with her grandchildren, and catching up with her children. She always wanted to know how we were doing and what was new with us.
Erika was very much loved by her family and friends and she is definitely going to be missed. God took her to be with her eldest daughter, mother and father amongst other family members. The earth lost a wonderful, caring, loving person but heaven gained a beautiful angel.
A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00am on Saturday, January 19th, 2013 at IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 20 Rocky Mountain Blvd West, Lethbridge, AB with Pastor Nathan Fuehler officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Erika to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 10th Street South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 9Z9 or the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Box 2211 Lethbridge, AB T1J 4K7.
Send condolences at www.mbfunerals.com.
Martin Bros. Funeral Chapels Ltd.
610 - 4 Street South
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P3
Phone: (403)328-2361  Fax: (403)382-3623
Toll Free: 1-800-382-2901
www.mbfunerals.com



RUGGLES
MR. JOHN THOMAS "TOM" RUGGLES, beloved husband and best friend of Harriette, passed away on Sunday, January 13, 2013 at the Edith Cavell Care Centre at the age of 77 years.
A Celebration of Tom’s Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 18th, 2013 at the EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH, 4717 – 24 Ave South, Lethbridge, with Pastors Ian Lawson and Dave Acree officiating. Burial will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 19th at the Travers Cemetery, southeast of Lomond, AB.
Send condolences at www.mbfunerals.com.
Martin Bros. Funeral Chapels Ltd.
610 - 4 Street South
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P3
Phone: (403)328-2361  Fax: (403)382-3623
Toll Free: 1-800-382-2901
www.mbfunerals.com



SPAN
George Robert Span, beloved father of Amy Span of Lethbridge, Alberta tragically passed away in his Lethbridge home, on January 14, 2013 at the age of 58 years.
Besides his loving daughter he is survived by father Robert Span of Coalhurst , Netty (Fred) Tolsma of St. Albert, Sadie (Al) Stiksma of St. Albert, Arlene (Al) Miedema of Kelowna, Fran Ovis of St Albert, Anita (Doug) Tolsma of St. Albert, Rick (Marsha) Span of Lacombe, Tim (Lorrie) Span of Stirling. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his mother Francina Span, sister Sylvia Span, nieces Nicole Tolsma and Regina Span, and brother-in-law George Tolsma. All who knew George knew he sought people with kindred spirit. From his long hair, his once-in-awhile cowboy hat, and his not so funny jokes... This is the George we all know and love, whom we will continue to cherish forever.
A Visitation will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME - 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, where relatives and family are invited to meet with the family from 7:00 - 9:00 PM. on January 20, 2013.
A Memorial Service will be held at TRINITY REFORMED CHURCH - 1100 40th Avenue North on January 21, 2013 at 11:00 am with Hank Van der Woerd and Wybren Oord Officiating.
In memory of George Span, donations may be made to THE CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY - LETHBRIDGE & DISTRICT UNIT - 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta - T1J 2M7.
It would be appreciated if guests wore a splash of color, because we all know George has a colorful spirit.
Honoured to Serve
Cornerstone Funeral Home & Crematorium
2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South
Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1
Telephone ~ (403) 381-7777
Fax ~ (403) 381-3128
Toll Free ~ 1-(888)-381-7778
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SUSAN MAGDALENE ADAMS
March 18, 1925 – January 13, 2013
Susan passed away surrounded by family and close friends after a courageous battle with cancer, at the age of 87 years.
Left to mourn her loss are her loving husband, Hugh; daughters Tracy (Eddie) and Debra; sons, Del (Edna) and Dale (Joan); sister, Margaret (Joe); five grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Also remembered by lifelong friends Vi and Diane Collins and many others.
Susan was predeceased by her parents Madeleine and Maurits De Spiegelaere; three sisters, Elizabeth, Blanche and Mary; brother, Tony and granddaughter Christine.
Special thanks to the caring staff on 5B, Palliative Care, Chinook Regional Hospital and to Dr. Ireland and her wonderful staff.
Susan was a loving, caring wife, mom and grandma and a loyal friend. Her knitting and handcraft work were treasured by many. In her prime, Susan was one of the best curling skips in Southern Alberta. She was a wonderful partner on the dance floor. We often heard her say, "Anyone want to play a few hands of cards?" She absolutely loved camping and fishing. We will miss her dearly.
The family will celebrate the life of their Matriarch with a private gathering at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated – 317 10 St. S. Lethbridge T1J 2M7.
Evergreen Cremation Services
327 - 10 Street South
Lethbridge, Alberta
Phone: (403) 329-4934
Send condolences: www.evergreenfh.ca