1920 – LANIER – 2011
CHARLES (CHARLIE) HANNA LANIER of Lethbridge, Alberta passed away July 17, 2011 at the age of 91.
Charlie was born February 10, 1920 in Lethbridge and lived the majority of his life in the Wilson Siding area. He attended the Wilson White Community School in his early years and later went to LCI, Pickering College and Washington and Lee University. He joined the U.S. Air Corps during World War II, becoming a pilot with the 316th Troop Carrier Group which supported the 8th Army in Operation Market Garden and the Invasion of Holland. Receiving his wings and the U.S. Air Medal were highlights in his life. Following the war, Charlie returned to the family farm, taking it over in 1959 after his marriage to Estelle (Estie) (nee Hargreaves). It was there that they raised their children and where he was able to live until his passing.
For many years, Charlie served the Lethbridge community as a member of the YMCA Board of Directors, Lethbridge East Rotary Club (Charter Member), Kinsmen Club and K-40. He was also a member of the Wilson White Community Association, the Coaldale Volunteer Firemen Association, the Royal Canadian Legion and the Lethbridge Archaeology Society.
Charlie was predeceased by his parents, Thomas and Allene, brother Louis, brother Thomas (Tombo) 12 years, infant sister Martha, infant brother Addison, and nephew David. He leaves to mourn the love of his life, Estie, children: Sue Evans (Blaine Thacker), Sylvia Evans, Charles Evans (Amy Enfield) and Anne, his brother Ike (Diana), grandchildren: David Hampson (Deanne), Michelle Hampson (Karl), Justin Plaetner, Alex Dardanoni, and Emily Evans, four great grandchildren: Charlie, Cayman, Rowan and Rosie Hampson, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Charlie lived his life to the fullest. He and Estie had many adventures abroad over the years traveling to such places as Egypt, India, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and Brazil, and their home (often dubbed the Kentucky Farm Hilton) was a great gathering place for family and friends from all over the world. His life was a rich one - filled with laughter and love.
Friends and family will remember Charlie for his warm heart, amazing smile, and that special twinkle in his eye - a combination that could light up a room. He was very much a gentleman, very generous, hard working, fun loving, loyal to those he loved and honest to a T. What a legacy!
It was Charlie’s expressed wish that there be no funeral or memorial service. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation (the Heart Function Clinic or the Intensive Care Unit) or a charity of your choice would be meaningful.
The family would like to thank the staff at the Chinook Regional Hospital for their efforts to make Charlie as comfortable as possible during his final days. They would also like to thank Dr. Strank as well the Lethbridge Home Care and Bridges staff for their support and positive impact on Charlie’s life the past few years.
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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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BRAUN
FRANK BRAUN, beloved husband of Margaret E. Braun of Lethbridge, passed away at the Edith Cavell Care Centre on Sunday, July 17, 2011 at the age of 71 years.
A Visitation will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, July 23, 2011 at COALDALE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1711 – 20 St., Coaldale. A Graveside Service will follow at 11:00AM at the COALDALE CEMETERY.
A Lunch will follow at the Lethbridge Mennonite Church, 4303-3 Ave S., Lethbridge.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta, 402, 740 4th Ave. S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 0N9 or the Mennonite Central Committee, 210 2946 32nd St. N.E., Calgary, AB, T1Y 6J7.


CALE
August 13, 1938 – July 18, 2011
JAMES "GLYN" CALE passed away on Monday, July 18, 2011 at the age of 72 years.
James is survived by his wife Joyce, his children from his first marriage to Loreen: Bryce (Marcelle), Martin, Tony (Nikki), Juanita (Jared), his daughter-in-law Tammy, 12 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild and his sister Doris. He is predeceased by his parents, two sons; Daryl and Duane, an infant granddaughter Amanda, brothers Art and Lloyd and sister Olive.
Glyn’s family emigrated from Wales to Weyburn, Saskatchewan where Glyn was the first Cale in his family to be born in Canada. He later moved to Lethbridge where he started his family. They then moved to Coaldale where they raised their 5 sons and 1 daughter. In his later years he spent countless hours volunteering at Fort Whoop Up. He had a deep love of nature, the outdoors and especially horses. The grand kids will miss his many stories. He was a people person and he loved to chat. Always loved and never forgotten…we will miss you.
A private family ceremony will take place on Saturday July 23, 2011. In lieu of flowers, treat your family with a trip to Fort Whoop Up, a place that Glyn thoroughly enjoyed.
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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


EBERHARDT
Bertha Eberhardt of Lethbridge, formerly of Medicine Hat, passed away on Thursday, July 14, 2011, at the age of 93 years, beloved wife of the late Otto Eberhardt. She leaves to cherish her memory two children, Floyd (Zinnie) Eberhardt and Judy Propp. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Friday, from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. - 12:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday, July 23, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. George Brandt officiating. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it subject heading: Bertha Eberhardt, or you may visit www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca and leave a message of condolence. Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 2V6. Please call 1-866-526-2214 for further information.


KONYNENBELT
MR. DANIEL WAYNE KONYNENBELT of Nobleford, beloved husband of Mrs. Melody Konynenbelt, passed away at St. Michael’s Health Centre on Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at the age of 36 years.
Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
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
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O’NEILL, ANNE ELIZABETH
(neé Levitsky)
November 12, 1918 – June 29, 2011
Our beloved mother passed away peacefully in Victoria, BC, where she had moved to be near family and because of her declining health in 2005.
Mom was born in Hardieville, AB the eldest of four children and was raised on a farm near Coaldale, AB, where she attended school.  She was only able to finish grade 10 and then had to find employment as economic times were difficult.
She is predeceased by her parents William and Rose Levitsky, her sister Mary and brother Fred.  She was a loving mother to her four “girls” Mary Lou (Bruce) Winge, Salinas, CA, Peggy (Michael) Sample, Seattle, WA, Doreen O’Neill and Karen (Stephen) Holland both of Victoria, BC.
Anne is survived by eight grandchildren, Mark (Nikki) Sample, Jill (Mark) Shackelford, Eric (Loreen) Winge, Heather (Mehrdad) Azim, Kate Winge, Timothy (Maegan), Daniel and Luke Holland.  They were very special to her as were her three great-grandchildren, Breydan, Keene Sample and Nika Azim.
Anne is also predeceased by her husband Hugh (1981) of 41 years and infant son James (1941).
Mom was devoted to her family and placed their concerns and interests before her own.  She was a strong principled, independent but fun loving woman who worked hard alongside her husband Hugh on their farm south of Lethbridge.
Also left to mourn her passing is her sister Dorothy (Rod) French of Wetaskiwin, AB; her much loved niece Margaret French of Rocky Mountain House, AB and her nephew David (Virginia) French and their daughter Julianna of North Vancouver.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405-12 Avenue South, Lethbridge, on Tuesday, July 26, 2011 at 11:00 a.m.  A Reception will follow at the church hall, catered by the C.W.L. (of which Anne was a long time member). 
Interment will take place in the St. Patrick’s Cemetery next to her husband and son with Reverend John Kohler officiating.
“Mom you will always remain only a thought away; we love and will miss you.”
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Cornerstone Funeral Home & Crematorium
2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South
Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1
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VANDENBERG
Petrus Antonius (”Pete”) (b. 1946) passed away peacefully July 14, 2011 at the Misericordia Hospital in Edmonton.
Pete is lovingly remembered especially by his daughters Natalie and Angela; son Jerald (Wendy); grandsons Max, Sam and Joe; his sisters Myrna (Bill) Tymensen, Toni (Frank) Van de light, Annie (Leo) Golsteyn and Nell (George) Peppin; brothers Jan (Elaine), Art, and John (Fay); and many nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by parents Aart and Hendrika and sisters Rhea (Frank) Beekman and Gert (Theo) Klooster.
Memories of his enthusiasm and good nature will live on in our hearts. A private service will be held for the family. Messages of remembrance may be sent to 3023 - 31 St. S., Lethbridge, T1K 6S9.