1920 - 2012
Joseph Beler, beloved husband of the late Isabel Beler, passed away in
Medicine Hat on Sunday, April 15, 2012 at the age of 92 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at the Southland Funeral
Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at 5:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church,
5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, April 20, 2012 at 11:00 A.M. with
Reverend Vincent TuanHa Celebrant. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial
Garden. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at
www.southlandfuneral.com.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403)
223-8778.
GRUNINGER
Mr. George Gruninger of Magrath, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Irene Gruninger passed away on Monday, April 16 2012, at the Chinook Regional Hospital.
George was born January 15, 1936 to Steve and Theresa Gruninger. He was raised in Magrath and married Irene Molcak on April 11, 1964.
George assisted his father with the family farm until his father's death in 1972. At this time George and Irene moved to the farm. Although actively farming, George worked for several years at the Magrath Co-op, the Department of Highways and Evcon Farm equipment. He then was parts manager Vanee Farm Centre in Lethbridge before working for Cardston County until his retirement in 2001. He continued to help his son Paul farm until recently.
George will be remembered for his love of music, coffee and cards. He enjoyed playing guitar and banjo with his music group which played regularly in the Magrath area. He was an active member of the Magrath seniors centre where he enjoyed visiting friends and playing cards. You could count on seeing George's truck in front of the coffee shop everyday, rarely missing a chance to catch up with the news. George served the community by spending countless hours and many years driving the Magrath handi-bus.
He is survived by his children Michael (Kathy), Cathy (Matt), Andy (Cheryl) and Paul (Danielle). He will be missed by his 7 grandchildren, Meagan, Amy, Madeline, Mark, Emily, Rayna and Wade. George is also survived by brother Steve and sister Elizabeth Stanek. George is predeceased by his wife Irene in 2009.
Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be held at 7:00 pm, on Friday, April 20th, 2012, at MARTIN BROS. RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 - 4th Street South, Lethbridge, AB.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1:00 pm, on Saturday, April 21st, 2012 at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405 - 12 Ave. South, with celebrant Father Tim Boyle.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in George's honour to the Magrath Handibus Association Box 921, Magrath, AB T0K 1J0.
GUNDERSON
MR. LORNE GILBERT GUNDERSON of Picture Butte, beloved husband of Ellie Gunderson passed away suddenly on April 13, 2012 at the age of 80.
Condolences may be offered from 7:00pm to 8:30pm on Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4th Street South, Lethbridge.
Interment at Mountain View Cemetery, Lethbridge, Alberta.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, Box 2211, Lethbridge, AB T1J 4K7 or 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
www.mbfunerals.com
HINMAN
MARGARET JEAN HINMAN, beloved wife of the late Donald Hinman, passed away peacefully at Extendicare in Lethbridge on Thursday, April 5th, 2012 at the age of 86 years.
Born in Kelvington, Saskatchewan, Jean passed away at the end of a life well lived.
In between she was a public health nurse, a career that spanned 40 years which was as diverse as the persons she cared for and comforted. Her career took her to the most southern and northern regions of Canada to work with her much loved first nation’s people.
Mom married our father Donald A. Hinman in 1952, which embarked her on a grand adventure. Moms amazing life included lunch with Prince Charles and living and traveling around the world. She was an accomplished singer, loved coffee, bagpipes, ice cream, beautiful shoes, bridge, dinners with family and friends. Mom loved life; she taught us when life was difficult just “Keep Calm and Carry On”.
Mom leaves us to follow her spirit of being engaged fully in life and all that it offers.
She’ll be missed by her family, daughter Julia (Richard), and sons Skyler (Alice) and Rob.
Jean was particularily proud and delighted to be around her four wonderful grandsons: Steen, Jeff, Eric, and Connor. Jean is survived by her sister Betty (Lucien) and two nephews Bruce (Tracy) and Allan, nieces Mary Jean Furman and Hilary Furman.
Our family would like to acknowledge the dedication and caring provided by Dr. J Meyer, Dr. A Coma and colleagues of the Family Medical Clinic. Rhiannon Berke, Danielle Bilodeau and Alexa Davidage AHS HomeCare Case Managers, the managers and nursing staff of Gardenview Lodge and Fairmont Extenticare.
We invite you to celebrate the life of Jean Hinman on Saturday, April 21, 2012 at 1:00 pm at ST. ANDREWS UNITED CHURCH, 329 - 2nd Ave W in Cardston, Alberta.
If friends so desire donations can be made to the Cardston United Church or a charity of your 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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HOLY WHITE MAN
ANNETTE HOLY WHITE MAN, daughter of the late Floris Good Rider and Margaret Holy White Man, passed away in Edmonton.
A Wake Service will be held at the Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve on Sunday, April 22th from 7 to 11:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at the Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve on Monday, April 23rd at 11:00 a.m. Interment in St. Paul’s Cemetery, Blood Reserve.
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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JAWORSKI
JANET GAIL JAWORSKI of Lethbridge passed away suddenly at the age of 59 years.
Janet leaves to mourn her two daughter Heather Walsh of Vancouver and Erin (Quinn) of Calgary; five precious grandchildren Emily, Shannon, Shaylyn, Izabell and Kole; brother Joey (Barb); sister Bernice (Rick) Walker; sister-in-law Dorsey; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their cousins. She was predeceased by her parents Jake and Mobel Jaworski and two brothers Douglas and Jimmy.
A Celebration of Janet’s Life will be held from 1:00pm to 5:00pm on Saturday, April 21, 2012 at the C.S.R.A., 408 – 13 Street North (entrance in back alley), Lethbridge.
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
MARTENS
MR. JAMES "JIM" JACOB MARTENS of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Barbara Martens, passed away on Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at the age of 94 years.
Jim leaves behind one son, Jimmy (Margaret) Martens of Whitehorse, Yukon; two daughters, Sherry (Gary) Bonham of Whitehorse, Yukon and Laurie (Peter) Lavorato of Fort Macleod, Alberta; two granddaughters, Tannis and Laura Bonham of Whitehorse, Yukon; two grandsons, Michael and Luc Lavorato of Fort Macleod, Alberta; one sister Helen Nicoll of Foremost, AB; brother-in-law Bill Deets; sisters-in-law Edna, Eva, Ruth, and Beth; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Jim was predeceased by his parents Cornelious and Justine Martens; sisters Ann, Betty and Jessie; brothers Abe, Neil, John, Frank, Henry, George and Pete; brother-in-law Bill; and sisters-in-law Eva and Helen.
He will be sadly missed by all who loved him.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00am on Saturday, April 21, 2012 at ST. BASIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 604 – 13 Street North, Lethbridge, with Father Tim Boyle celebrant.
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
MILROY
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Andrew “Nap” Milroy, beloved husband of Lucille Milroy (nee Hill), on April 14th, 2012, after a lengthy illness.
Nap is survived by his wife Lucille Lillian, to whom he was married for two weeks shy of 70 years, his daughter's Sandra (Earl) Osterberg of Lethbridge and Barbara (Keith) Deacon of Red Deer. He is also survived by his two grandchildren, Garry Watson of Tappen, B.C and Deanna (Shawn) McClintock of Edson, AB. Four great-grandchildren, Terilyn and Tyler MacDonald of Calgary and Sydney and Alyssa McClintock of Edson. One great-great grandchild Aurora Wilson of Calgary. Nap is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Nap was born in Lethbridge on October 7, 1922. He was predeceased by his parents William and Margaret Milroy and his three brothers and two sisters.
Nap began his career with the city of Lethbridge Parks Department where he worked for sixteen years. During that time, he also served our country overseas during World War II. The next twenty years saw his career flourish as a Union Representative. He was a Director of the National Union of Public Employee's, Provincial Authority of Pension Board and the president of the Alberta Division of Public Employee's (C.U.P.E).
Nap was instrumental in the development of the Labor Club facilities and was a lifetime member. He was a member of the General Stewart Legion #4 and of the Army and Navy Air Force #34 for 60 years.
Nap was passionate about all sports but his true loves were hockey, baseball and golf. He was a member of the Lethbridge Maple Leaf's Hockey Club that won the World Championship in 1951 as well as the Sir Winston Churchill Cup. He is an inductee in the Lethbridge Sports Hall of Fame as well as the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame in Red Deer. He was also a member of the Provincial Championship Columbus Ball Club. Nap loved playing golf and was a lifetime member of the Keho Lake Golf Club. He won several trophies during his years of golf.
Nap and Lou loved the trailering life and spent 18 winters in Arizona. Nap loved life! His deep love for his wife and his family has given us many fond memories and set a standard by which we try to live. A quote from his granddaughter exemplifies his life: “You are one of my hero's...not because you won many trophies, fought in the war and did many other noble deeds, but because you are who you are. You have set the bar very high for the men in our lives and even if they never reach the standard that is you, we will forever be grateful for the fact that you showed us what a real man looks like.”
Honouring Nap's request, there will be no funeral service. If you desire, donations may be made in Nap's name to the Lethbridge Food Bank 1016-2 Ave South Lethbridge, AB T1J 0C9. Nap always said that no man, woman or child should ever go hungry in this great country that we live in.
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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Peard, Henry Thomas “Harry”
July 4, 1920 – April 16, 2012
Harry Peard, son, brother, husband, uncle, father and friend, passed peacefully on April 16, 2012 at Santuari Hospice of the Peter Lougheed Centre, in Calgary, Alberta. In addition to being a loving grandpa, Harry was, during his 91 years, a trumpeter, carpenter, RCAF veteran, house builder, educator, gardener, golfer, wine-maker and fan of big band music. Born July 4, 1920 to William and Caroline Peard at Taber, Alberta, he leaves to mourn his son Phil (Cathy); daughter Lois (Graham); brother Jack (Thurza); grandchildren Sarah, Heather and Geoffrey; Ann Booth and other extended family. Harry was predeceased by his dear wife of 60 years, Kay, (2009); an infant son (1952); beloved grandson James (2004); sister Helma Rachwalski; brother Raymond (Caroline); Ernie Booth and John Rachwalski. Thank you to Dr. Charles Yam and his staff, and to the caregivers of Santuari Hospice. Relatives and friends are invited to a Memorial Prayer Service at Evan J. Strong Funeral Services (5502-2nd Street SW / one block east of Macleod Trail at 53rd Avenue SW) on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at 7:00 pm. Graveside Service will take place at Queen’s Park Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements in care of Evan J. Strong Funeral Services (403) 265-1199.
HIS LIFE WAS NEVER ABOUT HIM
ALWAYS ABOUT THE OTHER
THE ANGELS REJOICE
HE IS COMING TO THEM
WYROSTOK
MR. EMIL WYROSTOK of Picture Butte, beloved husband of Mrs. Margaret Wyrostok, passed away on Monday, April 16, 2012 at the age of 92 years.
Emil was born on August 20, 1919 in Coalhurst, AB. He was an avid gardener and fisherman and loved card games and hockey. He was an Electrician by trade.
Besides his beloved wife Margaret, Emil is survived by his children Cara Nihill and her children Jason, Renee, and Jennifer; Marianna (Al) White and their son Matt; Dale Wyrostok; Bernie (Lorna) Wyrostok and their children Jessica, Kurtis, Ryan and Amanda; great-grandchildren Kadence, Presea, Joshua and Lillian; brother Mike Wyrostok; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Emil was predeceased by his parents, three brothers and two sisters.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects between 5:00pm and 7:00pm on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge.
A Private Family Graveside Service will be held on Friday.
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
YANICK
October 21, 1937 - March 4, 2012
After a brief and courageous battle with a rare liver condition, LARRY YANICK passed away on Sunday, March 4, 2012 in Comox, BC.
A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00pm on Saturday, April 21, 2012 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, with Dr. Bruce Martin 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
www.mbfunerals.com
