MRS. JENNIE ANDERSON of Lethbridge passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at the age of 78 years.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, with Pastor Glenda Wert officiating.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Those who wish, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Lethbridge, #402, 740 – 4 Ave South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 0N9, www.alzheimer.ab.ca, please give generously.
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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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BOUCHER
MR. EDMOND J. BOUCHER of Lethbridge passed away peacefully after a lengthy battle with cancer on Sunday, January 6, 2013 at the age of 76 years.
Edmond is survived by his son Derek (Michele) Boucher; grandchildren Ryann and Katlynd Boucher; sister Dianne Gionet; brothers Roy Boucher and Bernard Boucher; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families.
"Always has been, always will be loved. Ride peacefully into the sunset Cowboy." Love you Dad.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects between 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm on Thursday, January 10, 2013 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge. A private family interment will take place at a later date.
Send condolences at
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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
DUPEN
MRS. CLARA DUPEN of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Harold Dupen, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital on January 7, 2013 at the age of 98 years.
Clara is survived by her daughter Sandy (Harvey) Severtson; son Ross (Anita) Dupen; and grandchildren Lori Severtson, Denise Dupen and Tony Dupen.
At Clara’s request, there will be no funeral service held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, Lethbridge Chapter at 724 – 13 Street North, Lethbridge, T1H 2T1.
Send condolences at
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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
GERLA
MRS. LEAH GERTRUDE GERLA (nee Begg) of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Lloyd Gerla, passed away peacefully at West Highlands Centre on Saturday, January 5, 2013 at the age of 89 years.
Leah is survived by her children Jim (Colleen), Marianne Erno, Don (Noreen) and Michael, nine grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.
Besides her beloved husband she was predeceased by her son-in-law Brian Erno, daughter-in-law Colleen, parents and siblings.
Leah was born in Medicine Hat on April 20, 1923 and grew up on the family farm in Winnifred. She met her husband Lloyd in Calgary while they were both in the army. After the army they married and eventually moved back to Lethbridge.
Leah was an avid golfer and long time member of the Lethbridge Country Club. She loved spending time with family, who will miss Gran’s shortbread and apple pies.
At her request there will be a private family service held at a later date. In lieu of flowers please donate to a charity of one’s choice.
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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
KONG
CHARLIE ROY KONG of Lethbridge, passed away after a lengthy illness on December 28th, 2012 at the age of 64 years.
Charlie was born in Edmonton Alberta and spent the majority of his life in Red Deer. Charlie moved to Lethbridge in the early 1990's where he resided with his roommates for nearly 20 years. Charlie will be dearly missed by his roommates, friends, and community members at large.
A Funeral Service will be held 10:00 am on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge. Interment to follow in the Mountain View Cemetery.
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.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 pm, on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at ST. AUGUSTINE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 411 – 11 Street South, with Canon James Robinson officiating.
The family gratefully declines flowers.
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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
PETERSON
MARY YVONNE "EVE" PETERSON, of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully at St. Michael's Palliative Care Centre, on Sunday, January 6, 2013 at the age of 59 years after a courageous battle with cancer
Beloved wife, mother, and grandmother.
Besides her loving husband Reg, she is survived by her children Josie Doll (Mike) of Medicine Hat and Kim Peterson of Vancouver as well as her grandchildren Mikka Doll (6) and Christian Doll (3).
She is also survived by her brothers Roman Dale Earl (Alice) of Calgary, Anthony Secondo Earl (Barb) of Washington and her sister Gabrielle Anne Earl of Lethbridge. Eve was predeceased by her parents Franklin Dale and Mary Anne Earl.
Eve grew up in Lethbridge and attended L.C.I. She met and married Reg in 1976 in Cardston, Alberta and shortly after opened Y/COMM Services Ltd. which she proudly owned and operated until her retirement in October 2012.
Besides truly enjoying her work, Eve loved long walks in the coulees, swimming, playing with her grandkids and spending time with family and friends.
In recent years she travelled and enjoyed trips to Costa Rica, Disneyland, Toronto, Vancouver and most recently an unforgettable trip with her girls to New York City.
Anyone who knew Eve knew she was an incredible, kind, and caring person. Her greatest joy was helping others. Her kind spirit and loving ways will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
A Celebration of Eve's Life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME - 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB on Thursday, January 10, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. with Canon Allan McCuaig Officiating.
In memory of Eve, donations may be made to a charity of one's 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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PETRONE
MR. ARCHIE PETRONE, beloved husband of Annette Petrone, passed away in Pincher Creek, AB on January 5, 2013 at the age of 81.
A Prayer Service will be held at 7:00 P.M., on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at ST. MICHAEL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 958 Christie Ave., Pincher Creek, AB.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 A.M., on Thursday, January 10, 2013, at ST. MICHAEL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 958 Christie Ave., Pincher Creek, AB., with Father Rudy Badiola, Celebrant.
Memorial Donations may be made in Archie’s, memory to the Windy Slopes Health Foundation, P.O. Box 2554, Pincher Creek, AB, T0K 1W0.
Eden's Funeral Home and Crematorium
966 Elm Street
Pincher Creek, AB
Phone: 403-627-3131
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www.edensfuneralhome.com
PORTEOUS
MAXINE LYDIA WATSON PORTEOUS passed away quietly on Saturday, January 5th, 2013.
Maxine was born on May 24, 1925 in Magrath, Alberta, to Dave and Lydia Watson. As a child she lived in Magrath, Raymond, and Cardston. She married Alexander Porteous on February 27th, 1944. While Alex served in the army, Maxine worked, and with the help of her brother, built a home in Cardston. During their 60 year marriage, Maxine and Alex lived in many places: Cardston, Lethbridge, Salt Lake City, spending 39 years in Gladstone Valley. When Maxine became ill, she was able to live in Raymond, near her daughter, Laura.
Maxine was an excellent cook and no one left her home hungry. She was creative and resourceful. She loved children and was a foster parent for many years. Maxine valued education, and at the age of 52, returned to school to finish her high school diploma and continued on to complete a college business program. She took piano and art lessons after her retirement. A faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she served in many capacities throughout her life. She was an excellent teacher.
Maxine was predeceased by her husband Alex and a grandson, Victor Jenson. She is survived by her children Phil (Dawn) of Aetna, Jim (Julie) of Lethbridge, Babette (Larry) Jenson of Calgary, Laura (Dana) Hirsche of Raymond, Carol (Craig) Gross of Pincher Creek, and Chris of Raymond. She also leaves 15 grandchildren and 38 great grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, RAYMOND STAKE CENTRE, 2 North 200 West, Raymond, at 11:00 am, Thursday, January 10, 2013. Friends may meet the family prior to the service from 10:00 to 10:45 am.
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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Rose Petersen
1922 - 2013
With sadness the family of Alberta Rose Petersen announce her passing in
Taber on Saturday, January 5, 2013. She passed away peacefully, surrounded
by family at the age of 90 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland
Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, January 10, 2013
between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. and at the church prior to the funeral
service on Friday, January 11, 2013 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,
January 11, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. with Bishop Chris Ward conducting. Burial to
follow at the Taber Memorial Garden. Condolences may be forwarded by
visiting our website at www.southlandfuneral.com.
Rose is survived by two daughters Gayle (Garth) May of Calgary and Denise
(Doug) Orr of Spruce Grove and daughter-in-law Anne Petersen-Ebling of
Sherwood Park; eleven grandchildren, twenty five great grandchildren and two
great great grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers Floyd
Pickett, Don (Dorothy) Pickett, Merle (Florence) Pickett and Delbert
(Delores) Pickett; her sister Helen Fallon and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Jesse Petersen, son Donald Petersen,
parents Fred and Olga Pickett, sister Hazel Pickett, sisters-in-law Dorothy
Pickett, Vivian Pickett and brother-in-law Bud Fallon.
Rose was born in Rosemary August 3, 1922. Her passion was her raspberry
patch and there was always ice cream, angel food cake and fresh raspberries
on the table. Her biggest passion was her home, family and her love for
making quilts.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Rose’s name may be made directly
to Ronald McDonald House, 111 West Campus Place NW, Calgary, Alberta T3B
2R6.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403)
223-8778.
SIM
MARGARET ELLEN SIM, of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully at St Michael's Palliative Care Centre on Monday, January 7, 2013 at the age of 78 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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Sue Karren
1949 - 2013
Suzanne Karren of Taber, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 4,
2013 at the age of 63 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland
Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 between
7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. and at the church prior to the funeral service on
Wednesday, January 9, 2013 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 Wednesday,
January 9, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. with Bishop Ken Holst conducting. Burial to
follow at the Taber Memorial Garden. Condolences may be forwarded by
visiting our website at www.southlandfuneral.com.
Sue is survived by her siblings Keith (Diane) Karren of Provo, Utah, Walter
Karren of Taber, Sharlene Karren of Taber and Harold Karren of Taber. She is
also survived by several nieces and nephews and by her grand nieces and
nephews Miranda Karren, Kimberly Karren, Andrea Karren, Scott Karren, Holli
Karren, Brady Karren, James Karren and Mandy Karren.
She was predeceased by her parents Clinton and Joyce Karren, nephew Brandon
Karren and grand nephew Brigham Karren.
Sue was born in Taber October 28, 1949. She devoted her life to education
with multiple degrees from Brigham Young University. She taught with the
Horizon School Division for thirty five years, the last fifteen spent at the
Sunnysite and Delco colonies. Sue will always be remembered and cherished
for her warm heart and strong family values.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Sue’s name may be made directly
to Canadian Diabetes Association, 204, 2323 - 32 Avenue NE, Calgary, Alberta
T2E 6Z3.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403)
223-8778.
WILLIAM (BILL) SCOTT
WALKER
Age 53 passed away peacefully at St. Michael’s Health Centre on Saturday, January 5, 2013
Bill was born in Truro, Nova Scotia to late William & Myrtle Walker.
Bill completed his education in Truro, Nova Scotia. He came to Lethbridge, AB in 1979 where he has resided since.
Bill is survived by Mel Crawford (Mother of their sons) Tyler and Glenn Walker and his companion, Gail Stott.
He is also survived by his sisters Patsy, Debbie, Cheryl, Phyllis, Merny, Georgie & his beloved brother, Leonard as well as numerous nieces and nephews and extended families.
Bill’s service will be held at River of Life Church at 2820 - 18th Ave. North on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at 6:30pm.
In lieu of flowers, if you wish, you may make a donation to Stars Air Ambulance and Heart & Stroke Foundation.
