Carol Biddlecombe
1942 - 2012
Carol Biddlecombe, beloved wife of Dave Biddlecombe, passed away in Taber
on Tuesday, October 30, 2012 at the age of 69 years.
A service will be held in Hays. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting
our website at www.southlandfuneral.com.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403)
223-8778. 



BURTON
STANLEY DAVID BURTON, 70, beloved husband and best friend of Judith Hollister Sheppard Burton, passed away in Lethbridge on Sunday, October 28, 2012 surrounded by his family.
Stanley was born in Idaho Falls, Idaho to David and LaDosca Burton. He grew up on many farms in Idaho, Montana and British Columbia. He loved the outdoors and eventually went to work on the Mica Creek Dam in BC.
Stan was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served a Building Mission in the Salt Lake Valley and later as a Service Missionary with his wife in Lethbridge at the Bishop’s Storehouse.
He was a custodian for the church and cleaned every building but two in Lethbridge and also cleaned the buildings in Fort Macleod and Brocket.
Stan is survived by his wife Judy, daughter Sarah (James) Woolley, son David Sheppard Burton and two sisters, Janice Stone and Gloria Burton of California.
Friends may meet the family on Friday prior to the service at the church from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m.
The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, November 2, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, LETHBRIDGE STAKE CENTRE, 2410-28 Street South, Lethbridge, with Bishop Aaron Bridge officiating. Interment to follow in the Mountain View Cemetery, Lethbridge.
A special thanks is given to the staff at the Edith Cavell Care Center for their special care and love of our Stan.
Christensen Salmon Generations Funeral Home Ltd.
703-13 Street North
Lethbridge, AB   T1H 2T2
Phone: (403) 382-3601
Fax: (403) 320-1492
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DYKSLAG
MR. HENRY DYKSLAG of Coalhurst, beloved husband of Mrs. Audrey Dykslag, passed away on Monday, October 29, 2012 at the age of 75 years.
Besides his beloved wife Audrey, Henry is survived by his children Michele Zeller, Audrey Dykslag, and Richard Dykslag; five grandchildren; three sisters; two brothers; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families. He was predeceased by his son David Dykslag, parents John and Marchien Dykslag, one brother, and one sister.
A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00pm on Friday, November 2, 2012 at TRINITY REFORMED CHURCH, 1100 – 40 Ave North, Lethbridge, with Reverend H. Van der Woerd officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Michael’s Health Care Foundation, Palliative Care, 1400 – 9 Ave South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 4V5.
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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FRANCISCO GONCALVES DEAZEVEDO
Frank, beloved husband of Umbelina, passed away in Coaldale on Sunday, October 28, 2012 at the age of 88 years. Frank and Umbelina left their home on the Azorean Island of Horta, Portugal in 1959 to relocate to Coaldale where they have since resided. He is survived by his son Tony (Allana), his grandsons Nathan (Chantel) and Troy as well as his sister Maria in Portugal.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 am on SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2012 at ST. AMBROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 1513 – 23 Ave, Coaldale with Father Thomas Vadassery celebrant. Interment to follow in the Coaldale Cemetery, community section.
Send condolences to www.coaldalefuneralhome.com



HARBERS
GERRIT JOHN HARBERS of Monarch, beloved husband of Hilgonda Harbers, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 27, 2012 at the age of 86 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00pm on Thursday, November 1, 2012 at the MONARCH REFORMED CHURCH, with Reverend Bob Derrick and Reverend Jason Dimnik officiating. Interment to follow in the Monarch Nobleford Cemetery.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Those who wish, memorial donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
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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JOHNSON
The family of STANLEY EARL JOHNSON, beloved husband of the late Mae Johnson, announce his passing on Monday, October 22, 2012 in his 100th year.
Stanley was born on June 15, 1913.
He is predeceased by his wife, Mae Wocknitz Johnson and two great grandchildren.
Left to mourn are his children: Elaine (Duane) Dick, Earl (Avaeli), and Myrna, along with 12 grandchildren and their spouses and 35 great grandchildren.
A private family interment will be held prior to the service.
Friends may meet with the family on Friday, November 2, 2012 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at CHRISTENSEN SALMON GENERATIONS FUNERAL HOME, 703-13 Street North, Lethbridge.
The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, November 3, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, INDIAN BATTLE HEIGHTS CHAPEL, 5 Jerry Potts Blvd. West, Lethbridge with Bishop Jeff Drollinger officiating.
The family gratefully declines flowers.
Christensen Salmon Generations Funeral Home Ltd.
703-13 Street North
Lethbridge, AB   T1H 2T2
Phone: (403) 382-3601
Fax: (403) 320-1492
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KRAMER
EFFIE KRAMER, beloved wife of the late Simon Hendrikus Kramer of Lethbridge, passed away at St. Michael’s Palliative Care Center, Lethbridge, AB, on Monday, October 29, 2012 at the age of 80 years.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alberta Children’s Hospital, 2888 Shaganappi Trail NW, Calgary, AB, T3B 6A8.
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
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LEONARD
MRS. GERTRUDE LEONARD of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Stephen Leonard, passed away on Saturday, October 27, 2012 at the age of 94 years.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society, Lethbridge Chapter, #402, 740 – 4 Ave South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 0N9 or to a charity of one’s choice.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday, November 2, 2012 at MARTIN BROTHERS CHAPEL OF PEACE, located in the Mountain View Cemetery, with Reverend Trevor Potter officiating.
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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MCCOLL
MR. ANDREW MCCOLL beloved husband of Sarah McColl of Lethbridge passed away suddenly in Lethbridge, AB, on Monday, October 29, 2012 at the age of 84 years.
Andrew was born on June 8, 1928 in Mallaig, Scotland. He served with the RAF in Germany from 1945 to 1948. He then immigrated to Canada and arrived in Lethbridge on December 31, 1948. Andrew met and then married the love of his life Sarah McPherson on October 6, 1951. They recently celebrated their sixty-first wedding anniversary. Andrew was employed by AGT from 1949 until he retired in 1985. Andrew was involved in the community as Pipe Major of the Army and Navy, and Legion Pipe Bands; and Past Master of Lethbridge Lodge 39 of the Masonic Order.
Besides his loving wife, Andrew is survived by daughters Lesley Potts of Lethbridge, Laurie (Lawrence) McCune of Lethbridge, and Lynn (Chris) Beech of Sherwood Park; grandchildren Andrew and Lindsay Potts, Sarah McCune and Andrea (Jordan) Perrett, Caylee Dutnall (David Ward) and McKenzie Beech; and nieces Heather (Warren) Cooke and Donnie (Daryl) Thompson. He was predeceased by his parents John and Elizabeth McColl, brother Jack McColl and sister Betty Batterson.
A Memorial Service will be held at ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 1818 - 5 Avenue South, on Friday, November 2, 2012 at 1:00 pm with Reverend Hugh Jack Officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Alberta Lung Association, PO Box 4500 Station South, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 6K2
Honoured to Serve
Cornerstone Funeral Home & Crematorium
2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South
Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1
Telephone ~ (403) 381-7777
Fax ~ (403) 381-3128
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McCORMICK
WILLIAM “BILLY” DOUGLAS McCORMICK, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, October 30, 2012 at the age of 33 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
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MORRIS
TERENCE GORDON (TERRY) MORRIS of Lethbridge passed away on Thursday, October 25, 2012 at the age of 88 years.
Terry was born in London, England on August 26, 1924. He studied at the University of London and at Cambridge in the UK. Terry moved to Canada in 1958 and completed a B.Ed. from the University of Alberta, as well as an M.Ed from the University of Oregon.
Terry met his future wife Elizabeth (Elsie) Morris (nee Konkin) while teaching in Edmonton. They were married in 1961 and had two children David (Paula) and Sara. The family moved to Nelson, BC before settling in Lethbridge in 1969.
In addition to his wife and children, Terry is survived by his grandchildren Latisha (Creg) Leishman and Lauren Morris; and his great grandchild Lukas Leishman. He was predeceased by his sister Jean Abbott.
Terry taught in Lethbridge where his love of children and books kept him in the classroom until retirement in 1986. His passion for making a difference in his community led him to get involved in the Lethbridge Municipal Hospital Board, the Lethbridge Public Library Board, the Provincial Mental Health Advisory Committee, and the Lethbridge Public School Board.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, November 3, 2012 at ST. AUGUSTINE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 411 – 11 Street South, Lethbridge, with Canon James Robinson and Canon Allan McCuaig officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Lethbridge & District Humane Society, Box 783, Lethbridge, AB T1J 3Z6, the St. Augustine's Memorial fund, 411 – 11 Street South, Lethbridge, T1J 2N9, or a charity of one’s choice.
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



MURRAY
MAURICE “MOE” IAN MURRAY, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away in Raymond, Alberta on Saturday, October 27th, 2012 at the age of 80 years.
Moe was born on June 10th, 1932 in Lacombe, Alberta and spent an adventurous and happy childhood in Ponoka. He started work at a young age and enjoyed a long career in the oil industry as a consulting engineer, developing a highly respected knowledge of deep well drilling. Moe was instrumental in bringing in the discovery well in Swan Hills, Alberta, which is Canada’s third largest oil reserve. When he wasn’t in the oilfield, he was on his ranch, south of Black Diamond. His last years were in Raymond, Alberta as a devoted home teacher and Temple worker.
He will be missed by his loving wife Ann and blended family. Children; Laura (Ken) Tyler, Ian (Wendy) Murray, Janet Murray, Wendy (Richard) Houle, Randy (Debbie) Murray, Jo Ann (Terry) Petrie, Cameron (Carla) Murray, Teresa (Blair) Benn, Laramie (Michelle) Thurber, Milo (Hilary) Thurber, Orrlan (Diamond) Thurber, Christi (Merrill) Strong and his sister Jean Fitzwater. Moe was predeceased by his father James, mother Jane, brother Jim, sister Hilda, daughter Patty and wife Grace. He is also survived by 33 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Knight Street Chapel, Raymond, AB on Friday, November 2nd, 2012 at 11:00 a.m.
Friends may meet the family at the Church following the Service at the Luncheon. Interment in the Cardston Cemetery, Cardston, Alberta. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Perpetual Education Fund, found at pef.lds.org
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Legacy Funeral Homes Ltd.
P.O. Box 208
Cardston, Alberta T0K 0K0
Phone (403) 653-3222
Fax (403) 653-3677
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NEELS
MR. GERARD NEELS of Coalhurst, beloved husband of Mrs. Nellie Neels, passed away on Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at the age of 81 years.
Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
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



Eric Nordquist
1978 - 2012
Eric Garth Nordquist, beloved son of Neil and Reneé Nordquist, passed away
in Leduc on Saturday, October 27, 2012 at the age of 34 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland
Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, November 1, 2012
between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. and at the church prior to the funeral
service on Friday, November 2, 2012 between 10:00 A.M. and 10:40 A.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints, Taber Stake Centre, 4709 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Friday,
November 2, 2012 at 11:00 A.M. with Elder Merrill Harris conducting. Burial
to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden. Condolences may be forwarded by
visiting our website at www.southlandfuneral.com.
Eric will be dearly missed by his parents Neil and Reneé Nordquist of
Minot, North Dakota and by his siblings Jerusha (Chris) Schiessl of Minot,
North Dakota; Thomas (Theresa) Nordquist of Gurnee, Illinois; Jonathan
(Amanda) Nordquist of Lehi, Utah; Carlie (Robby) Evans of Mapleton, Utah;
Michael (Carolyn) Nordquist of Minot, North Dakota; Layne (Emma) Nordquist
of Provo, Utah; William Nordquist of Provo, Utah. He is also survived by his
grandparents Garth and Betty Harris of Taber and by numerous nieces,
nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was predeceased by his paternal grandparents Arvid and Myrtle Nordquist;
uncles Derrick Harris, Jim Raymer and Allan Bodnar; two cousins Jason Harris
and Devin Harris.
Eric was born in Taber October 16, 1978. His early school years were spent
in Viking before finishing school in Magrath. Following graduation Eric
spent two years attending Minot State University before working in seismic,
roofing, garage door installation and most recently for FT Services where he
was a warehouse foreman, training for his journeyman’s certificate. He had a
strong work ethic and gave himself completely to anything he did.
Eric enjoyed adventure, doing such things as skydiving, bungee jumping and
most recently quadding. He liked athletics, playing basketball in high
school and men’s leagues in Regina and Minot. He also participated in both
volleyball and golf. He enjoyed traveling to warm destinations including
Cuba and the Dominican Republic.
Eric loved people and he was always willing to lend a helping hand. He will
be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Eric’s name may be made to the
charity of one’s personal choice.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403)
223-8778.  



SISKA
MRS. LESLIE SISKA, beloved wife of Mr. Darcy Siska, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge, AB, on Monday, October 29th, 2012 at the young age of 56 years.
A Celebration of Life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South on Thursday, November 1st, 2012 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Ken Kissick Officiating.
Memorial Donations may be made to the Lethbridge Paws Society PO Box 255 Stn. Main, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 3Y5 or to Streets Alive 323 4th Street South Lethbridge, AB T1J 1Z9.
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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SPIEGELBERG
MRS. ANNA SPIEGELBERG, of Lethbridge, passed away at home, on Monday, October 29th, 2012 at the age of 80 years.
Anna is survived by son Martin (Sam) Spiegelberg and granddaughter Mackinley, sisters Mary (Gordon) Wilson and Eva Preikschas, brother Fred (Verna) Preikschas, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by husband Horst Spiegelberg, parents Georg and Mary Preikschas, sister Edith (Preikschas) Lesch, brothers Henry, Jacob, Georg and Martin Preikschas.
She was born in Medseden, Lithuania and immigrated to Canada in 1954. For the first little while she and most of the family worked in the sugar beet fields. She then lived and worked in Vancouver. The majority of her life was spent working alongside her husband Horst in their family owned residential construction business “Diamond Homes LTD.”. After her husband’s passing in 1989 she continued to run the family business. She was an active member in the Lutheran Church helping mainly with making gifts for the needy and volunteering at functions and the soup kitchen on numerous occasions. One of Anna’s great passions in life was her family, ensuring that everyone was always taken care of. Other passions in her life would include her vegetable and flower garden. Anna was very proud of her “homemade remedies” finding cures for everything from a sore throat to a stomach ache. She will be greatly missed by All who knew her.
A Funeral Service will be held at the CHRIST TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, 416 – 12th Street South, Lethbridge, AB on Thursday, November 1, 2012 at 2:30 P.M. with Pastor Harold Martin and Pastor Jim Krause, co-officiating.
Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
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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STEGEN
EDWIN “ED” LEE STEGEN
Ed Stegen passed away peacefully on September 12, 2012 at the Chinook Regional Hospital at the age of 90 years. He is survived by his wife Laura, his children Jim (Maureen) Stegen, Wendy (John) Laughington, Sandra (Ted) Ashmore, stepchildren Theresa (Joe) Prozniak, Brian (Lynn) Winters, brother Howard and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife Jessie in 1992, grandson Jason Stegen, stepson Roy Winters, sisters Sylvia Melsness and Irene Knutson, and brothers Freemont, Bruce, Jack and Dale.
Ed was born on April 7th, 1922 in Iddesleigh, Alberta. He enlisted in the Canadian Army on November 14th, 1942. He served his country in the United Kingdom and in Continental Europe.
Ed farmed in the Brooks area until he moved to Lethbridge where he worked for the T. Eaton Company and later was the manager of Lethbridge Central Credit Union. In 1978 he returned to Iddesleigh where he owned and operated the Iddesleigh General Store until his retirement to Lethbridge.
Ed enjoyed family gatherings, celebrations and time spent camping, fishing and golfing. He was a loving and caring husband, father and grandfather who always put others before himself. His welcoming smile and cheerful ways will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405-12th Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB on Saturday, November 3, 2012 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Kevin Tumback, Celebrant.
Interment in Archmount Cemetery will follow the reception.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Those who wish may make memorial donations to a charity of their choice.
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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WATMOUGH
GILBERT WATMOUGH, of Lethbridge, passed away at the Taber Health Centre, on Sunday, October 28, 2012 at the age of 87 years.
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Cornerstone Funeral Home & Crematorium
2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South
Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1
Telephone ~ (403) 381-7777
Fax ~ (403) 381-3128
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WOLTERS
MARLENE JENNETTE
January 3, 1915 - October 13, 2012
ANTHONY WOLTERS
March 11, 1918 - October 18, 2012
Memorial service will be held November 8th, in Kelowna, BC