BERRINGER – John Alfred
1936 - 2012
John Alfred Berringer passed away peacefully at the Care West Sarcee Hospice on December 28, 2012 at the age of 76 years. John is survived by his loving wife Wynn, and children Beverley, Jason, Julie, Ken, 6 siblings, 11 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, and Wookey. John was predeceased by his sister Monica. Born in London, England, John immigrated to Canada in 1967 where his career in aviation offered him the opportunity to travel the world. He joined the Masonic Fraternity in Revelstoke, B.C. in 1979 and later found Lethbridge, Alberta his home. A Celebration of John’s Life will be held at the Masonic Hall, 315A 10th Street South in Lethbridge on Saturday January 5, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. Donations can be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, #200, 325 Manning Rd NE, Calgary, AB T2E 2P5. Messages to the family may be left at www.southcalgaryfuneralcentre.ca
SOUTH CALGARY FUNERAL CENTRE and CREMATORIUM (at Lake Fraser Gate)
Telephone: 403-297-0711
Honoured Provider of
Dignity Memorial



CHRISTENSEN
MELVA NEILSON CHRISTENSEN of Magrath, Alberta passed away peacefully on January 1, 2013 at the Raymond Hospital at the age of 93 years, beloved wife of the late Norman Beck Christensen.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Garden Place Chapel (170 N Center Street), Magrath, AB on Saturday, January 5th, 2013 at 2:00 p.m.
Friends may meet the family at the Garden Place Chapel, Magrath, AB on Saturday from 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. prior to the Service. Interment in the Magrath Cemetery, Magrath, AB.
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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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CHRISTIE
MR. ROBERT "BOB" NELSON CHRISTIE of Lethbridge, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Carolla Christie, passed away on Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at the age of 68 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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Daniel Joseph Royer
May 21, 1926 - December 28, 2012
Daniel, (Dan - 86 years old), passed away peacefully in his home in Calgary, Alberta, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Under the loving care of his son-in-law Bruce Griffith- Cochrane, and with continuous visits from all of his family, Dan's life was filled with love and laughter right to the end.
Dan, the middle of nine siblings, was born in the French Community of Beaumont, Alberta to Andre and Lucie Royer. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Alice Royer, six children; Terry (Maureen), Diana (Richard) Bernard, Wynne (Gordon) Towers, Greg (Cindy), Randy (Jane) and Michelle (Bruce) Griffith-Cochrane, his 21 grandchildren, their spouses and eight great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind two brothers; Victor (Beth) and Aurell (Laverne), two sisters; Denise Royer and Lorraine Gaumont and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, brother Robert and three sisters; Evelyn, Estelle and Vivienne.
Dan was a life long learner and entrepreneur who encouraged his offspring and influenced many with his warm smile, infectious laugh and magnetic personality. Although Dan’s many enterprises centered in Alberta they spread across Canada and into the United States involving all of his children in various capacities and partnerships. Dan experienced a variety of vocations including construction, military and business with a focus on hotels. He enjoyed and was involved in many sports but his greatest love was his family who will cherish the memory of "Grandpa Dan".
Please visit www.edenbrookcemetery.ca for a more detailed biography and to share condolences with the family.
Prayers and viewing will be held on Thursday, January 3rd , 2013 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in Calgary at EDEN BROOK FUNERAL HOME (corner of 17th Avenue SW and Lower Springbank Road).
A Celebration of Dan’s Life will be held in Calgary at ST. MICHAEL’S CATHOLIC COMMUNITY CHURCH (800 85 Street SW) on Friday, January, 4th 2013, at 1:00p.m. Immediately following will be the interment and refreshments & fellowship at EDEN BROOK FUNERAL HOME (corner of 17th Avenue SW and Lower Springbank Road).
In lieu of flowers a donation in Dan’s memory may be made directly to: The Alberta Cancer Foundation at http://albertacancer.ca/danroyer (Daniel J. Royer).
Arrangements entrusted to EDEN BROOK FUNERAL HOME and RECEPTION CENTRE, 24223 Township Road 242, Calgary AB.



DE JONG
FLORENCE DE JONG (nee Wielinga), dearly loved wife of Fred De Jong, of Lethbridge, AB, went to be with her heavenly Father on December 22, 2012 at the age of 80 years
A Memorial Service for Florence will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, January 5, 2013 at at MARANATHA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH, 260 McGill Blvd. West Lethbridge.
We do not grieve as those who have no hope, and we praise God that Florence is now resting in the Lord.
Memorial tributes may be made to the Bibles for Missions Thrift Store, 1004 1 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 0B1.
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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George Drotar
1928 - 2013
George Drotar, beloved husband of the late Teresa Barbara Drotar, passed
away in Taber on Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at the age of 84 years.
Further information including service details will follow once arrangements
have been finalized.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403)
223-8778. 



FRANK
GORDON FRANK, beloved husband of Margaret Wiley Frank, passed away in Lethbridge on December 24th, 2012 at the age of 80 years.
Along with his wife, he is survived by his daughter Jeanne (Kent) Lamb of Concord, CA; son Rob (Carrie) of Leavenworth, WA; seven grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Friends may meet the family at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston on Friday, January 4th from 7 to 8 p.m. or at the Church on Saturday, January 5th from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the Service.
The Funeral Service will be held in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, South Hill Chapel, Cardston on Saturday, January 5th, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. Interment in the Hill Spring Cemetery.
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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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GNANDT
FRANK GNANDT, of Lethbridge, passed away at the St. Michael's Palliative Care Center, on Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at the age of 83 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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GORUK
LINDA CATHERINE GORUK, beloved wife of Bill and mother of Christopher and Gina, passed away suddenly at the Foothills hospital on Friday, December 28, 2012 at the age of 54, with her family at her side.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 am on Thursday, January 3, 2013 at ST. MARTHA’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, with Father Fernando Genogaling, celebrant.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the 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
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HUNT
BERT ERNEST HUNT passed away in Cardston on December 29th, 2012 at the age of 52 years.
A Wake Service will be held at the Old Saipoyi Gym, Stand Off on Thursday, January 3rd from 7:00 p.m. continuing all night. The Funeral Service will be held at the Old Saipoyi Gym on Friday, January 4th at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Ruby Anhelher officiating. Interment in St. Paul’s Cemetery, Blood Reserve.
Legacy Funeral Homes Ltd.
P.O. Box 208
Cardston, Alberta T0K 0K0
Phone (403) 653-3222
Fax (403) 653-3677
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JAMES (JIM) BISHOP
Jim Bishop beloved husband of Norma Bishop passed away December 18, 2012 at the age of 71 at St. Michael’s Palliative Care. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife Norma, daughter Kelley (Bob) Neal, son Bryan (Izumi) Moen, his mother Shirley Bishop, foster daughters Gina Hunt and Seleena and Alyssa Eagle Speaker as well as numerous other family members. Jim was predeceased by his father Percy, sister Barbara and brother Bill.  
Jim was born and raised in Calgary. He spent several years in Ontario where he worked as a banker, social worker and business owner. Jim missed the prairies and returned to Lethbridge in 1993 when he met and married his soul mate Norma.
Jim enjoyed camping with Norma and his foster daughters, travelling throughout the US with the girls. He enjoyed attending powwows and was so proud to watch the girls dance.
A memorial service will be held Friday, January 4 at 1 p.m. at Ecole St. Mary School, 422 – 20th Street, South, Lethbridge.



JOHNSTON
MRS. JESSIE HAZEL JOHNSTON of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Dr. Lloyd Johnston, passed away on December 29, 2012 at the age of 89 years.
A Memorial Service will be held at 3:30 pm on Thursday, January 3, 2013 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4th Street South, Lethbridge.
Donations in Jess’ memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 10th Street South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 9Z9.
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



MANN-SWANSON
DR. LAURIN MANN-SWANSON of Lethbridge, cherished wife of Mr. Don Swanson, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 31, 2012 at the age of 57 years.
The family gratefully declines flowers.
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
www.mbfunerals.com



MILLS
MRS. OLIVE LILLIAN MILLS, beloved wife of the late Mr. John Mills, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, January 2, 2013 at the age of 95 years.
She is lovingly remembered by her daughter Marilyn (Al) Sinclair of Lethbridge, two grandsons, John (Siarron) Sinclair of Calgary and Gabe Sinclair of Lethbridge as well as two sisters in law Evelyne Elder and Margaret Nafe.
She was predeceased by her husband John (1915-1976) her parents George & Emma Elder, brothers Bill & Ray Elder, sisters in law, Dorothy Mills and Irene Elder and one brother in law Larry Nafe.
Olive was born February 25, 1917 in Kipling, SK where she was raised and educated. She was fortunate to take piano lessons from her aunt and was the community organist. She played in a dance band for three years before she was married. Olive has always been active in the United Church, first at Lansdown United Church in Kipling, SK, St. James Church in Regina, SK and finally at McKillop United Church in Lethbridge.
She taught piano lessons for nearly 40 years and will be sadly missed by her family and many friends and students.
The family would like to thank the staff at Golden Acres Care Centre for their wonderful care.
Graveside Services will be held at RIVERSIDE MEMORIAL CEMETERY, 815 Assiniboine Avenue East, Regina, SK on Saturday, January 5, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. with Rev. Cathy Coates officiating.
A Service of Remembrance will follow at 3:00 P.M. at the home of Joyce & Pete Raczynski, 1357 Horace Street, Regina, SK.
A Memorial Service will be planned at McKillop United Church at a later date.
In memory of Olive, memorial donations may be made to the McKillop United Church, 2329-15th Avenue South, Lethbridge.
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 Nesting
1957 - 2012
Dale Brian Nesting, beloved husband of Linda Nesting of Coaldale, passed
away unexpectedly on Monday, December 31, 2012 at the age of 55 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family and pay their
respects to Dale at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on
Friday, January 4, 2013 between 2:00 P.M. and 3:00 P.M. A celebration of
Dale’s life will follow. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our
website at www.southlandfuneral.com.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403)
223-8778.  



NICHOLSON
THEODORE "TED" NICHOLSON, of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at the age of 82 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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OUWERKERK
(VandenHoek)
MRS. KORNELIA "KORRIE" PIETERTJE OUWERKERK of Fort Macleod, beloved wife of Mr. Antonie Ouwerkerk, passed away suddenly on Thursday, December 27, 2012 at the age of 69 years.
"Forasmuch as ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversation received by tradition from your fathers; but with the precious blood of Christ, as a lamb without blemish and without spot." 1Peter1:18 and 19
Korrie was born September 21, 1943 in the Netherlands. She came to Canada with her family in 1957 and settled with her family in Diamond City. Korrie married her husband Tony in 1965. She raised her family on the farm. She cleaned house for others for several years and drove school bus for 22 years. Korrie was an avid camper and loved to be out with her children and grandchildren. She loved to laugh. She had a very loving and generous spirit. She was full of life! She will be dearly missed.
Besides her loving husband Tony, Korrie is survived by her four daughters; Joy (Dave) Trautman, Peggy (Lourens) Van Essen, Brenda (Wim) Groenendyk, Carolyn (Nilo) Nolasco, three sons; Allan, Bradley (Tracy) and Jonathan. She is also survived by her grandchildren; Nathan and Shaylene Braun, Tiffany and Natasha Ouwerkerk, Carla (John) Van Rhee, Allan, Randy (Melanie Rienstra), Sylvia, Darren, Leandra and Brendan Van Essen, John, Liana, Jeremy, Rebecca, Matthew, Jesse, and Stephanie Groenendyk, Krista and Tara Heerschap, her sisters; Maatje, Cobi, Anneke and Kay, and brothers; Kor, Olivier, and Rinus, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families.
Korrie was predeceased by her parents Pietertje and Anthonie Vanden Hoek, brother Boudewijn Vanden Hoek, in-laws Bastiaan and Johanna Ouwerkerk, Bill Ouwerkerk, Harriet Van Waardhuizen, infant Antonie Ouwerkerk, son-in-law Greg Braun and grandchild Edwin Van Essen.
Condolences will be offered from 7:00 to 8:00 pm on Thursday, January 3, 2013 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4th Street South, Lethbridge.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, January 4, 2013 at the NETHERLANDS REFORMED CONGREGATION OF FORT MACLEOD, 2608 7 Avenue, Fort Macleod, Alberta.
Interment at Archmount Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of your 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



SCHOENING
MR. CONRAD SCHOENING of Lethbridge, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Doris Schoening, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Friday, December 28, 2012 at the age of 93 years.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 5, 2013 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4th Street South, 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



STRYKER
EMILIE "EMMA" STRYKER of Bow Island, beloved wife of the late Earl Stryker, passed away on Thursday, December 27, 2012 at the age of 90 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, January 3, 2013, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 - 4th Street South, Lethbridge, AB., with Rev. Mac DeWaal officiating. A private family burial will take place at Mountain View Cemetery.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Those who wish, memorial donations may be made to Pleasant View Lodge, 1039 1 St. East, Bow Island, AB., T0K 0G0.
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



TAKACS
April 26, 1928-December 20, 2012
STEVE JOHN TAKACS, passed away on Thursday, December 20, 2012 at the age of 84 years and will be sadly missed by his family.
He is survived by his son Steve Takacs (Sylvia) of Port Coquitlam, BC; sister Ann Panes, nephew Stephen Panes, niece Kimberley Hanney (Andrew) and their children Madyson, Carsen and Lucas.
Steve was born in Totszerdahely, Hungary, and immigrated to Canada with his mother in 1938 to join his father and become a Canadian citizen. They came to Nobleford, AB and a year later moved to Picture Butte. Steve enlisted with the army in Vancouver in 1951 and was stationed in Chilliwack, BC. As a member of 23rd Field Squadron Royal Canadian Engineers, he served in the Korean War. Upon his return from the war he took over his father's farm land, where he both farmed and bought and sold cattle, until his retirement. During his early years before joining the army, he worked in the bush near Revelstoke, helped build the Three Sisters Dam in Canmore, and was a cowboy on the Copithorne Ranch near Cochrane. He was a member of the Elks Club and the Royal Canadian Legion. An avid curler, he won many trophies. He loved to read, travel, nature drive, fish, hunt, and socialize with friends.
A Memorial Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB on Friday, January 4, 2013 at 1:00 P.M.
Interment to follow in the Huntsville Cemetery.
At Steve's request, no flowers please. Memorial Donations may be made to the Lung Association, Alberta & NWT, P.O. Box 4500 Station South, Edmonton, Alberta T6E 6K2 or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation Heart & Stroke Foundation, PO Box 2211, Lethbridge, AB., T1J 4K7.
A special thank you to long time friends, Steve and Bridgit Tokai who cared for him in his final year.
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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