GARDEN, ROBERT JAMES
November 9, 1953- April 9, 2012
It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of ROBERT JAMES GARDEN on April 9, 2012, beloved husband of AJ and adoring father of Josie.
A Celebration of James’s Life will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, April 18th, 2012 at STS. PETER AND PAUL UKRAINIAN GREEK CATHOLIC CHURCH, 639 – 12B Street N. Lethbridge, AB, with Father Gary Sedgwick, officiating.
In lieu of flowers, a fund is being set up for Josie’s education. Donations can be made at Scotiabank, 425 – 13 Street N. Lethbridge.
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GRUNINGER
MR. GEORGE GRUNINGER of Lethbridge passed away on Monday, April 16, 2012 at the age of 76 years.
Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
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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.
Lorne was born September 14, 1931 in Claresholm and raised in Fort Macleod. After working 40 years with Canadian Western Natural Gas, Lorne retired in Picture Butte to be close to family. Through the years, he was active in the Legion, Lions Club, Masonic Lodge and was still curling three times a week with the Senior’s League in Picture Butte. Grandpa was passionate and proud of his yard where he loved to barbeque and entertain for his many friends and family.
Lorne is survived by his children: Bindy (Brian) Bahler, Audrey (Tracy) Sawa, Marvin (Heather) Gunderson, Diane Kenney, Darlene (Ross) Brown, Gerald (Vernie) Gunderson, Cheryl Shimek, Ron Shimek, Don (Colleen) Shimek, Shelley (Dave) Cryer and Pam Shimek. Grandpa was very proud of and loved by his 27 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by 4 sisters: Donna (Lloyd) Barr, Eleanor Umpeherson, Francess Parfitt and Margaret Paul. He will also be missed by many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.
He was predeceased by his parents, 6 brothers, 3 sisters, Ed Shimek and son-in-law Daniel Sawa.
Condolences may be offered from 7:00 to 8:30 pm 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.
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KIRK
Loreen Edythe Kirk, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at the age of 78 years.
Besides her beloved husband, Gary, Loreen is survived by: her three sons; Richard (Chris Olchoway) of Calgary, Kevin (Teresa) of Lethbridge, Brad (Sandy) of Lethbridge; six grandchildren; Justin Kirk and Brandon Kirk of Calgary, Tiffany (Cameron) Mills of Lethbridge, Megan (Taylor) Baraniuk of Calgary, Carissa Kirk and Mckenna Kirk of Lethbridge; one great-grandson; Sullivan Mills; her mother Mitz Wooldridge of Lethbridge; four sisters; Doreen (Richard) Harley of Ottawa, Kaye Bathgate of Lethbridge, Faye (Stuart) McMillan of Athabasca, Gaye (David) McVean of Calgary; two sisters-in-law; Bonnie Kirk of Lethbridge and Barbara Bosnak of Calgary; numerous nieces, nephews; family and good friends. Loreen was predeceased by her father, Cecil Wooldridge in 1994, and her beloved dog, Pecos, April 10, 2012.
Loreen was born in Eber, Manitoba on October 14, 1933, and moved with her parents at a young age to Lethbridge. She married Gary on November 1, 1952, and would have celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary this year. In their life together, Loreen and Gary spent much of their time travelling the world and to their favorite home away from home, Las Vegas. Recently, she had embarked on a "girl's weekend" with all of her sisters and had the "time of her life".
There was always an extra seat at Loreen's table and she was often heard to say, "I'll just put another potato in the pot." You could often find her curled up in her favorite chair with Pecos on her knee doing the daily crossword. Her quiet courage and strength of spirit were a lasting gift to her family during the past few months. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.
A Celebration of her Life will take place on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at the COAST LETHBRIDGE HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE, 526 Mayor Magrath Drive South.
In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society 317-10th Street South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 2M7 or the Lethbridge and District Humane Society, P.O. Box 783, Lethbridge, AB T1J 3Z6.
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KURINKA
ELIZABETH ANN KURINKA, beloved wife of the late Ignace Kurinka, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at the age of 93 years.
A private family Graveside Service will be held at Mountain View Cemetery.
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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.
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.
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MILROY
ANDREW “NAP” MILROY, beloved husband of Lucille Milroy of Lethbridge, passed away on Saturday, April 14th, 2012 at the age of 89 years.
Arrangements to be announced when completed.
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NEEDHAM
PROF. LUCIEN NEEDHAM of Lethbridge passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, April 12, 2012 at the age of 83 years.
Lucien Needham went to Winnipeg in 1956 as the organist at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, conductor of the Winnipeg Philharmonic Choir from 1956-60, and vocal coach to many private students. From 1960-69, he was the Vocal Coach at Brandon University School of Music. He was highly regarded by students and colleagues for the high standards he demanded. His wife Louise Chapman Needham was a highly accomplished pianist, also on Faculty at Brandon at that time.
Lucien then joined the U of Lethbridge in 1969 as one of the first professors in the Department of Music. In the community, Lucien conducted The Lethbridge Symphony Orchestra for several years. At University, Lucien taught voice, piano, conducting and a myriad of music courses, and conducted the University Choir for many years. His leadership helped the fledgling Music department thrive. However, even more, Lucien impacted the lives of his students by, in many cases, being their mentor. He took a personal interest in each student and together with his late wife, Louise Chapman Needham, provided a nurturing, supportive environment – a feeling of family within the institution. Lucien was much beloved by students and staff alike. Lucien was passionate about tuning and rebuilding pianos and his home usually had a dissected piano(s) somewhere. Another interest of Lucien’s was sailing. With his late wife, Louise, Lucien enjoyed the St. Mary’s Sailing Club and the friendships, which continue to this day. When Lucien retired, in 1987, he and Louise moved to Victoria. After her passing, Lucien returned to Lethbridge, where he has since resided in his own home.
The past weeks at the hospital often seemed a reunion of sorts – former students and faculty, and many friends. Lucien will be dearly missed and remembered by his family and friends. God bless you dear Lucien.
Lucien was predeceased by his beloved wife Louise. He is survived by his daughter Pamela Rose of Calgary, son Christopher Rose of Calgary, sister Julianne Osborne of Perth, Australia, his nephew Stewart Hammond and niece Janet Osborne of Australia.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects between 7:00 and 8:00 pm on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4th Street South, Lethbridge.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at ST. AUGUSTINE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 411 11th Street South, Lethbridge, with Canon James Robinson, officiating.
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SINGH
RESHAM SINGH, beloved wife of late Gurmel Singh, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Friday, April 13, 2012 at the age of 73 years. She was known as Nani, Grandma and Mom to all.
Resham was predeceased by her husband Gurmel Singh; two sons, Satnam Singh & Balwant Singh. She is survived by her daughters, Belle (Henry) Van Vliet, Amrit Kaur, Surinder (Jaswant) Biln, Satwant Chand; and one daughter-in-law Maya Wati; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild. She enjoyed cooking and entertaining, and her love of life and people touched the lives of all those who knew her. Resham had a wonderful personality, which was full of laughter and the joy of life. She loved to travel and enjoyed her most recent trip to California.
A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 - Mayor Magrath Drive S., Lethbridge on Wednesday April 18, 2012 at 3 PM. Cremation will follow.
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SMALLBOY
MRS. BELLA MARIE SMALLBOY passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Monday, April 16, 2012 at the age of 79 years.
Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
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TOLLESTRUP
WINONA TOLLESTRUP, beloved wife of the late C. E. "Pete" Tollestrup, passed away at Raymond on April 14, 2012 at the age of 80 years.
She is the loving mother of: Larry Pommen, Dianne Phillips-Miller, Chris Tollestrup, Patty Tollestrup, and Peter Tollestrup. She also leaves behind five grandchildren, and two great grandchildren.
The family wishes to extend special thanks to the staff and students at Raymond Hospital and the Ridgeview Lodge.
A Private Family Service will be held on Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at CHRISTENSEN SALMON GENERATIONS FUNERAL HOME, 703-13 Street North, Lethbridge.
Interment to follow in the Temple Hill Cemetery, Raymond.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Council of Canadians, 700-170 Laurier Avenue West, Ottawa, ON, K1P 5V5.
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VARHAUG
It is with great sadness and happiness that we announce the passing of our mother AGNES SIGFRIEDA VARHAUG, beloved wife of the late Sven Varhaug. Her prayers have been answered and her attendance at the final eternal reunion has been granted on Thursday, April 12, 2012 at the age of 98 years.
A Visitation will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 from 7:00-8:00 p.m.
A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, on Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Andrew Horne officiating.
Following the reception at Cornerstone Funeral Home, interment will be held at Ibbestad Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Agnes to Camrose Lutheran Bible Institute (CLBI), 4837-52A Street, Camrose, AB, T4V 1W5 or to the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB), 410 Stafford Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 2L2, or to S.T.A.R.S., 416-10 Street North, Lethbridge, AB, T1H 2C7, or to a charity of your choice.
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VELDMAN
MRS. WIECHERTJE (WIEK) VELDMAN, beloved wife of the late Hendrik Veldman, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Monday, April 16, 2012 at the age of 84 years.
Relatives and Friends are invited to pay their respects at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME on Thursday, April 19, 2012 from 1:00 to 1:45 P.M.
A Graveside Service will follow at Mountain View Cemetery at 2:00 P.M.
The Memorial Service will be held at TRINITY REFORMED CHURCH, 1100-40th Avenue North, Lethbridge on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at 3:00 P.M. with Reverend Wybren Oord, officiating.
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Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1
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