BARROWS, Vera
1932 - 2013
On February 26, 2013 Vera Barrows passed away in her 80th year.
Vera is survived by her loving children: daughters, Sabrina (Garry), Dagne (Randy), Lise; son, Risdon (Kirsten); grandchildren, Katie (Chris), Adam (Shannon); great grandchildren, Grayson and Olivia; sisters, Doris of Sunburst, MT, Edith of Richmond, B.C., son-in-law, Rick and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her loving husband, Jim Barrows, daughter, Toni Hart, sons-in-law, Bob Malcolm and Keith Johnson.
Cremation has taken place and interment by family will be done at a later date at Westlawn Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Salvation Army would be greatly appreciated.
The Family would also like to thank the staff at Grace Manor and the staff at Sturgeon Hospital unit 18 for their compassionate care of our mother in her final journey.



Brian Collett
1940 - 2013
Brian Elford Collett, beloved husband of Adele Collett of Taber, passed
away peacefully in Calgary on Sunday, March 3, 2013 at the age of 72 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland
Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, March 8, 2013 between
7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Knox United Church, 4929 - 50
Avenue, Taber on Saturday, March 9, 2013 at 10:30 A.M. with Reverend Bob
Wallace officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at
www.southlandfuneral.com.
Besides Adele, his loving wife of fifty two years, Brian is survived by his
son Chris (Helen) Collett of Calgary; daughter-in-law Kathy Collett of
Taber; granddaughters Tara Collett of Lethbridge, Tasha and Serena Collett
of Taber.
He was predeceased by his son Michael; parents Reuben and Myrtle (nee
Elford) Collett; father and mother-in-law Bernard and Pat Kerkhoff and
special sister-in-law Kathy Kerkhoff.
Brian was born in Lethbridge on March 30, 1940. He spent the first six
years of life in Foremost until the family moved to the farm south of Taber.
Brian graduated for the University of British Columbia and then came back to
Taber and took over the family farm. He was involved in 4-H and won many
awards for his grains. Brian was active in many sports including tennis,
golf, skiing and curling which he excelled at. There were many highlights in
his career, one of the more significant was representing Alberta and British
Columbia at the Massey Ferguson Curl-a-rama in 1974.  He leaves behind many
relatives and friends who will miss him dearly.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Brian’s name may be made
directly to the Jack Ady Cancer Centre, 960 - 19 Street South, Lethbridge,
Alberta T1J 1W5 or to a charity of one’s peronal choosing.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403)
223-8778.



COOPER
MARJORIE (MARG) COOPER of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Harris Cooper, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2013 at the Chinook Regional Hospital at the age of 91 years.
At Marg’s request, there will be no service.
Evergreen Cremation Services
327 - 10 Street South
Lethbridge, Alberta
Phone: (403) 329-4934
Send condolences: www.evergreenfh.ca



CROWE
DOUGLAS JAMES “LIGHTENING” CROWE, passed away at Edith Cavell Care Centre on Thursday, March 7th, 2013 at the age of 61 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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Dale Ellis
1941 - 2013
Kenneth Dale “Digger” Ellis, beloved husband of Jean Ellis, passed away
peacefully in Calgary on Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at the age of 71 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland
Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Sunday, March 10, 2013 between
7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at Knox United Church, 4929 - 50 Avenue,
Taber on Monday, March 11, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Bob Wallace
officiating. A private service will be held at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at
www.southlandfuneral.com.
Besides his loving wife Jean, he is survived by his sons Terry Ellis of
Calgary, Tim (Kari) Ellis of Purple Springs and their children Trent, Tori
and Karena; sister Dianne (Don) Falloon of Foxwarren, Manitoba; Des (Judy)
McCarty, Dave (Lynnette) Jordan, Sylvia Parks, Pat Boychuk, Victor Parks and
their families as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents Owen and Anne Ellis; birth mother Clare
Morgans.
Dale was a friend to many and loved by all that knew him.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Dale’s name may be made directly
to a charity of one’s personal choosing.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403)
223-8778.



ELEANOR SIEMENS
June 16, 1930 ~ March 4, 2013
ELEANOR SIEMENS, beloved wife of Ernest Siemens of Lethbridge passed away on Monday, March 4th, 2013, at the age of 82. She was a devoted wife to Ernest for almost 60 years. Eleanor was born in Cordell, Oklahoma on June 16, 1930. She was also a loving mother to LeeAnne (Gary) Dyck of Edmonton; Dwight (Rachael Perkyns) Siemens of Chemainus, B.C.; Allen (Janice) Siemens of Chilliwack, B.C.; and Lauren (Nancy) Siemens of Lethbridge. Eleanor’s legacy will live on through her four children, eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Eleanor is also survived by her three sisters, Linda Wiest, Reola Eason and Doris Harlan; her two brothers, Jonah Bartel and Lloyal Bartel; and numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Eleanor was predeceased by her parents, Leonard and Marie Bartel; two brothers, Wesley Bartel and Roy Bartel; and one sister Erma Gerbrandt.
Eleanor worked for Barons Eureka Warner Health Unit as a Home Care Aide for 14 years. She had a profound influence on those she worked with. She also volunteered many hours at the MCC Thrift Store. Eleanor was active in her church community and will be remembered fondly for her strong faith, love for God, her generous heart and contagious laugh. She dearly loved her family loved having them around her. She also enjoyed gardening and creative cooking.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects between 7pm and 9pm on Sunday, March 10th, 2013, at COALDALE FUNERAL HOME, 1711-20 Street, Coaldale, Alberta.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2 pm, on Monday, March 11th, 2013, at the MENNONITE BRETHREN CHURCH OF COALDALE, 2114-18 Street, Coaldale, Alberta. Tim Clarke will officiate.
In Lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to the Mennonite Central Committee (mcccanada.ca) or Gideon’s International in Canada (www.gideons.ca).
Send condolences at www.coaldalefuneral.com



GALLUP
MINNIE AMELIA GALLUP, 1922 - 2013, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother, and friend, passed away quietly and eagerly on March 4, 2013 in Cardston, Alberta at the age of 90. Minnie was born November 14, 1922 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Minnie’s parents, Harold Lester Martin and Orah Casson Cahoon, moved their family from Cardston, Alberta to Boundary Creek, a small community in south west Alberta, beneath the majestic Old Chief Mountain. This is where Minnie spent her formative years.
Minnie married Earl Blaine Gallup on December 14, 1939 in the Cardston Alberta Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was married 71 years at the time of Blaine’s passing in October 2010.
Blaine and Minnie lived for a time in Rosemary, Alberta where Blaine worked on the family dairy farm. They eventually settled in Cardston where they raised their family. They were blessed with nine children - Hal, Stephen, Del, Mary, Susan, Roger, Dan, Paula and Eva. Minnie was a faithful active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served faithfully in many capacities. When Blaine retired, they served a couples mission for the LDS Church in the Philippines. They had a wonderful experience and have a great love for the Filipino people. They also served an LDS mission in Salt Lake City at the Family History Library. Minnie had a profound love for her family and for the Savior.
Minnie is survived by her children: Hal (Connie) of Lethbridge, AB; Del (Jeanie) of Redondo, CA; Mary (Mark) Bauer of Boise, ID; Susan (Michael) McPeek of Boise, ID; Roger (Ronda) of Denver, CO; Dan (Suzanne) of Cedar Hills, UT; Paula (Rob) Ellingson of Grapevine, TX; Eva (Waid) Isfeld of Cardston, AB; 28 grandchildren; 41 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren.
Minnie was predeceased by her husband, Earl Blaine; son, Stephen; grandsons, Dan Nabors, Arthur Francis Gallup; brother Stephen Martin.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Temple Street Chapel, Cardston, Alberta on Saturday, March 9th, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. Friends may meet the family at the Church from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the Service. Interment in the Cardston Cemetery, Cardston, Alberta.
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Arrangements entrusted to Cal 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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IVISON
JUDY LEAH IVISON of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Bob and mother of Jenna, passed away on March 2, 2013 at the age of 56 years.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer donations of children books be made to school libraries on Judy’s behalf.
A come and go Memorial Reception will be held from 1:00pm- 4:00pm on Friday, March 8, 2013 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL – 610 4th Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta.
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



LORENZ
PRESTON GRACE LORENZ passed away peacefully at home in the arms of her parents, surrounded by the love of her family, on March 6th 2013. Preston, a Valentine Angel, was born on February 14, 2013.
Preston was daughter of Brent and Cidnee Lorenz, and beloved sister of Axelle Bryn.
Preston was adored by her grandparents, Michael and Valerie Nemeth and Arthur and Lynne Lorenz (Medicine Hat). She was the niece of Christie and Tim Schipper (Bennett), Mark and Katie Nemeth (Ottawa), Alexandra Nemeth, Kevin and Meagan Lorenz (Travis and Samantha) (Sylvan Lake) and Grant Lorenz (B.C.)
During Preston's short life, she inspired her family and friends to love and live each day with a heart of gratitude. She will be missed by her loving family but we find peace in knowing she is Heaven in the arms of God.
A Funeral Mass will be held at ST. MARTHA'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 335 Columbia Blvd. West, Lethbridge Ab. on Monday, March 11, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Fernando Genogaling Celebrant.
In lieu of flowers, donations would be gratefully accepted in Preston's memory to the Chinook Regional Hospital Pediatric Foundation 960 19 Street S. Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J 1W5 or donations can be made online to the Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep Foundation, www.nowilaymedowntosleep.org
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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MORGAN, Roy Allen
February 1, 1948 - March 3, 2013
Roy Allen Morgan was born February 1, 1948 and died March 3, 2013. Roy had a great life! Dedicated friend, husband, and soul mate of Dawn Morgan for forty-four years, Roy passed away last Sunday at his home. Those fortunate enough to have known Roy will share in the grief and sadness of his daughters, Jacqueline, Kristine and Bernadette Morgan; and sons-in-law Dieter Hart and Steve Pekarthy. After living his life with his "enduring love", battling through the ravages of her cancer as her caregiver for ten years and deeply mourning her passing these past three years, Roy is finally back where he longed to be ~ at Dawn’s side, in Heaven. In a letter from Dawn, she reminded us that Roy loved three things: God, his family and friends, and his country. Roy cherished his children, and took great joy in nurturing his four grandchildren, Rhiannon, Liam, Ulrich, and Odin. Roy always felt privileged by the joy of having a large extended family and his long and lasting friendships. He welcomed all with generosity and a warm friendly smile few could match. We who had the privilege of knowing Roy were fortunate. Each of us touched, each loved, each aided, each enriched by his positive attitude, strength, and the wealth of fatherly advice he was willing to share. As saddened as we are all with his passing, we who benefited and loved him so much know he will always be present in us.
Those wishing to pay their respects were able to do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E. Calgary, AB) on Thursday, March 7, 2013 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E. Calgary, AB) on Friday, March 8, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Albert the Great Catholic Church (10 Prestwick Drive S.E. Calgary, AB) on Saturday, March 9, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. Please forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
In living memory of Roy Morgan, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E. CALGARY, AB Telephone: 1-800-661-1599.
You may wish to email your family and friends to let them know that the above obituary may be viewed online at: www.mcinnisandholloway.com



Lawrence Pregitzer
1936 - 2013
With saddened hearts, the family of Jerry Lawrence Pregitzer announce that
he passed away peacefully with family by his side on Monday, March 4, 2013
at the age of 76 years.
A private burial service was held at Friedens Cemetery near Hanna, Alberta,
to honour Lawrence’s request.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Taber
Curling Club, 4712 - 50 Street, Taber on Saturday, April 27, 2013 between
1:00 P.M. and 4:00 P.M. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website
at www.southlandfuneral.com.
Lawrence is survived by four daughters Brenda Pregitzer of Calgary and her
children Jonathon Maxwell, Jeffery Maxwell, Lindsay (with daughter Isabella)
Maxwell; Colleen Goldie of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan and her children Cam
(Laura) Goldie, Chad (Sheri with son Kyson, daughter Hadley), Corin Goldie
(with daughter Joclynn, sons Kadince and Liam); Heather (Darcy) Miller of
Taber and their children Cody, Dylan, Josh, Ben, Amy; Nancy (Cam) Dyck of
Swift Current, Saskatchewan and their children Jasmine, Kelsey, Danelle,
Hannah. He is also survived by his sister LaVonne Harrison of Hanna and her
children Les (Connie) Harrison and family, Ryan (Barb) Harrison; his brother
Raymond (Dianne) Pregitzer of Iowa and their children Shauna (Jered) Dieter
and family, Damion (Katherine) Pregitzer and also by his aunt Terry Faechner
of Hanna.
He was predeceased by his father Henry G. Pregitzer, his mother Freda
Haller and his brother-in-law Leonard Harrison.
Lawrence was born in Hanna on March 28, 1936. After overcoming adversity,
he spent more than thirty five years dedicated to helping people, lending a
hand and his home to whomever was in need, resulting in lifetime friendships
with those who will miss him dearly.
During the sixties and early seventies, Lawrence had a love of curling.
After moving to Taber, he became very involved with the Taber Curling Club.
Some might say he was an expert ice maker. Lawrence participated in many
curling bonspiels, most notably defeated by Ron Northcott in the game,
coming down to the last rock, to qualify for the Brier in 1966. Rare in a
curler's career, is there an opportunity to throw an Eight Ender. In 1974,
Lawrence, as skip, proudly achieved an Eight Ender at the Lethbridge Curling
Club.
After leaving the family farm in the Hand Hills area near Hanna, Lawrence
worked in a variety of occupations starting with the coal mine industry. In
1965, he graduated from SAIT in Calgary with a Motor Mechanics Certificate.
He worked at Jimmy's Auto Service in Hanna and also Perdue Motors in Taber.
He eventually started his own company, Ann Monica Tank Services and hauled
water in the oil patch. He later worked for Trico/Triwell Oilfield
Construction, moving equipment.
Lawrence always had a passion and masterful skill in wood working. As a
young man, he started with Fretsaw wood carvings then expanded into cabinet
making and small projects. His true talent lay in refinishing antiques.
Lawrence's attention to detail was evident in each of his finished pieces
which reflected his amazing talent of carpentry and wood finishing.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Lawrence’s name may be made
directly to the Taber & District Health Foundation (Active Care Unit), 4326
- 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta  T1G 1N9.
The family would like to sincerely thank the staff of the Taber Hospital
for the compassionate and loving care they offered to their Dad.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403)
223-8778




RISHEA
Maria Rishea of Fort Macleod, Beloved wife of Donald Rishea, Passed away on March 2, 2013 at the age of 65.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 P.M., on Wednesday March 13, 2012 at CHIRST CHURCH ANGLICAN, 320 21 St Fort Macleod, AB, with Reverend Pilar Gateman, Officiating.
In Lieu of Flowers Memorial Donations may be made in Maria’s memory to the the Canadian Cancer Society 317 - 10st S Lethbridge, AB T1J 2M7
Eden's Funeral Home and Crematorium
2424 - 5 Avenue
Fort Macleod, AB
Phone: 403-553-3772
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www.edensfuneralhome.com



ROP
HENRY ROP, beloved husband of Hinke Rop, went home to his Father in Heaven the early morning of Thursday, March 7th, 2013.
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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SUSANNAH HOFER
SUSANNAH J. HOFER of Raymond, AB, passed away peacefully on March 7th, 2013 at 86 years of age.
Funeral arrangements will 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
www.mbfunerals.com