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.
Besides his loving wife, Frank is survived by his children, Anita (Calvin) Tymburski, Dwayne Braun, and Karen (Ed) Weller; his brothers and sisters, Bill (Kathy), Tina (Mike) Kryzanowski, Betty (John) Butterfield, Pete (Arlene), John (Bernice), and Sue (Alan) Flynn; grandchildren, Jackie, Jared, and Ethan Tymburski, Sam and Hayley Braun, and Liam and AJ Weller. He is predeceased by his parents Franz and Susanna Braun.
Frank was born in Swift Current, SK on October 1, 1939. He lived there until 1962 when, after marrying Mom, they started on their life long quest to be ‘residents of Western Canada’. Moving on average every two years and living in SK, AB, NWT and BC, they settled in Picture Butte and then Lethbridge. Frank worked as a heavy duty mechanic and closed out his career at the Alberta Environment Shop.
Dad’s hobbies were varied. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing, hiking, amateur ham radio, wood turning and crafting. We will all miss his famous Friday night BBQ steak.
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.
BROWN
Brown, Astrid "Ruth" (Nee Sahlèn) aged 96 years of Drumheller, formerly of Claresholm, AB, passed away July 17, 2011. She was the beloved wife of the late Elmer Brown, Claresholm, and beloved mother of Karen (Miro) Guidolin of Drumheller, AB. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Dean and Sheri-Dawn (Siena and Brooke), Brian and Christina (Jacob & Dominic), and Krista, 3 cousins, Marie, Ellen and Alwon (Joan), numerous nieces and nephews. Besides her loving husband, Astrid was predeceased by her son Ernest Brown. Graveside service and interment at White Lake Cemetery on July 22, 2011 at 1:00 p.m.
Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.leydens.com.
Arrangements entrusted to Leyden's Funeral Home (4079 1st West Claresholm, Alberta) Tel: 403-625-3212.
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
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CRAIG STEPHEN WILSON
1961-2011
Craig Stephen Wilson passed away on Friday, July 15, 2011 at the age of 49.
A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, July 21, 2011 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4th Street South, Lethbridge.
Always in our thoughts. We love you. God bless you!
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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
HUMPHREY
WILLIAM ARTHUR HUMPHREY passed away in Lethbridge on Monday, July 18, 2011 at the age of 62 years.
A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, July 22, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at Mountain View Cemetery, Lethbridge.
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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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
www.mbfunerals.com
Neumann, Alex
Alexander Neumann passed away July 17th, 2011 at Abbotsford Regional Hospital at the age of 98. He is survived by Freda, his loving wife of 73 years; three children, Ron (Joan), Bill (Evelyn) and Sandra (Bill) as well as his son-in-law Hank (Susan). He is also survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren and a great-great grandchild. He was predeceased by his daughter Myrna and his four siblings, John, Jake, Adelina and Ernest.
Alex was born in the Ukraine in 1912 and emigrated to Canada in 1926. After graduating from Normal School and Bible School, he taught public school and bible school for a number of years before commencing farming in southern Alberta in 1942. He farmed until 1964 when he semi-retired and became a real estate investor and developer in Lethbridge. Alex was also an ordained minister. In 1982, he and his wife retired to Abbotsford B.C.
Viewing will be held from 7 – 9 p.m. on Friday, July 22 at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 2310 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford. Funeral services will be held at Bakerview Church, 2285 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford, on July 23rd at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Mennonite Central Committee. Online condolences may be given at www.woodlawnfh-abbotsford.com.
Woodlawn Funeral Home
604-853-2643
ORR
CORA “MARIE” ORR passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 17, 2011 at the Cardston Auxilary at the age of 101 years old. Her daughter and granddaughter were by her side.
Marie was born and raised in Orton, Ab. by her parents Joseph & Cora Sillito. She had 14 siblings who all loved music, family and the gospel. Marie was a dedicated member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where she served the Lord steadfastly with faith and love.
She was predeceased by her loving husband of 70 years, Kenneth Orr and her daughter, Georgia Kay. Marie is survived by her children, June Berezay, Bernice Mattson, Lloyd (Lola) Sillito, Lynda Orr, Larry (Linda) Orr and David (Christine) Orr. Also by her siblings, Weldon (Shirley) Sillito, Phyllis Johnson, Floyd Sillito, Donna (Warren) Wadsworth, Thayne Sillito.
The Funeral Service will be held in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Temple Street Chapel, Cardston, Alberta on Friday, July 22nd, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. with Bishop Clay Leavitt Officiating.
Friends may meet the family at the Church from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the Service. Interment in the Cardston Cemetery.
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Funeral arrangements entrusted to Barry Salmon of Legacy
Legacy Funeral Homes Ltd.
P.O. Box 208
Cardston, Alberta T0K 0K0
Phone (403) 653-3222
Fax (403) 653-3677
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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.
