ARIKADO
MR. MITSUTOSHI "MITS" ARIKADO, of Lethbridge, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital, November 18, 2012, at the age of 87 years.
Funeral Service details to be announced once completed.
Evergreen Cremation Services
327 - 10 Street South
Lethbridge, Alberta
Phone: (403) 329-4934
Send condolences: www.evergreenfh.ca



BENGRY
LOUISE (LA POINTE) BENGRY, born in Eastend, Sask., 1937, wife of 57 years to Laurence Bengry of Magrath, Alberta, passed away with family at her side on Thursday, November 15th, 2012.
A Service of Remembrance will be held at the Magrath Lutheran Church, 82N 2nd Street West
Magrath, Alberta, on Tuesday, November 20th, 2012 at 11:00 A.M., with Pastor Brian Amison officiating.
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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BRUISED HEAD
Mrs. Shirley Ann Bruised Head of Fort Macleod, AB passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 17, 2012 at the Pincher Creek Health Centre, at the age of 61 years.
A Wake Service will be held from 4:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M., on Wednesday, November 21, 2012 at EDEN’S FUNERAL HOME, 2424-5th Ave., Fort Macleod, AB.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 P.M., on Friday, November 23, 2012 at the BROCKET COMMUNITY HALL, Brocket, AB.
Eden's Funeral Home and Crematorium
2424 - 5 Avenue
Fort Macleod, AB
Phone: 403-553-3772
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www.edensfuneralhome.com


CLARK
VELMA (VEL) CLARK, (nee Berg) passed away peacefully in Calgary on Friday, November 16, 2012 at the age of 63 after a lengthy illness, surrounded by her loving family.
Vel was born on October 16, 1949 in Coaldale, Alberta, where she was raised and attended school. On October 16, 1971 she married Ron, her loving husband of 41 years. After their move to Calgary, Vel was self-employed for many years, and then worked at Castle Toys for 11 years, a position she very much enjoyed.
For the past 2-1/2 years Vel spent much of her life in the hospital, facing her illness with strength, courage and peace and while that was difficult, she still had a great sense of humor and always displayed an interest and care in the lives of her friends and family. Her greatest joy in life was her family.
Besides her husband Ron, she is survived by her daughter Jolaine (John) Neild, son Chris Clark (Stephanie) and granddaughters Cassandra Neild and Emma Clark. Vel is also survived by her parents, John and Magdalena Berg; brothers John (Rolly) Berg, Edmund Berg, Clemence Berg; sisters Esther (Allan) Friesen, Ruth (Ray) Braun, Wanda (Arno) Doerksen; and numerous nieces and nephews. Vel was predeceased by her mother- in-law Dorothy Clark and brother- in-law, Dave Quapp.
Everyone is welcome to join in celebrating her life at 2:00 pm on Saturday, November 24, 2012 at the COALDALE MENNONITE BRETHREN CHURCH, 2114 - 18 Street, Coaldale. Interment to follow at the Coaldale Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mennonite Central Committee Alberta, 210, 2946 - 32 St NE, Calgary, Alberta, T1Y 6J7 or online.
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


DODD
CURTIS GLEN DODD of Lethbridge, beloved spouse of Terra Froehlich, passed away suddenly, in a construction accident, on Nov. 14, 2012, at the age of 31.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, November 20, 2012 at the PINCHER CREEK UNITED CHURCH, 972 Police Avenue, Pincher Creek, with Rev. Brent Woodard officiating. A Celebration of Curt’s Life will also be held Wednesday, November 21, at STUDIO 54 NIGHTCLUB, 202 - 5th St. South, Lethbridge, starting at 6 p.m.
Flowers are gratefully declined. For those who wish, memorial donations can be made to the Lethbridge Humane Society, 2920- 16th Ave. North, Lethbridge, T1H 5E9.
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


FRIESEN
MR. JOHN FRIESEN of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Elizabeth Friesen, passed away on Sunday, November 18, 2012 at the age of 88 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


HELEN NEGAARD (EVANS/ nee NASADYK)
In loving memory of HELEN
Born May 14, 1912, passed away November 17, 2012. Helen passed away at St Mike’s in Lethbridge due to failing health at the age of 100 years.
Helen is survived by her children: Clara Pearl Christianson of Lethbridge & Allen Evans of Kelowna BC; grandchildren: Dean (Tracey) Christianson of Castlegar, BC and Caren Christianson of Lethbridge; great grandchildren: Alyssa & Keegan of Castlegar, BC and Isabella of Lethbridge; sisters: Anne Staite of Parksville, BC and Effie (Walter) Laurie of Nelson, BC as well as numerous nieces and nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews.
Helen was born to Alex and Pear Nasadyk in Hillcrest, Alberta and grew up in the Chapel Rock area north of Lundbreck then left the family homestead to find her own life as a young woman which included work primarily as a cook throughout her life on ranches, owning her own Coffee Shop in Foremost, Alberta in the 50’s and 60’s and at government and Oil Camps at National Parks and in NWT including Waterton. Her passions were working, cooking and travel, she enjoyed several trips throughout her life. She was famous for her meals and especially her baking such a s cinnamon buns and pies, to name a few. Helen was married to the late Harry Evans in 1936 and the late Ornald Negaard in 1959.
Heartfelt thanks go out to niece Joyce Ervin and her daughter Pattie Ambrus and other family members for all their assistance and care of Helen over the last many years.
At Helen’s request, there will be no service at this time, the family is planning to hold a memorial service on or about May 11, 2013. Details to be determined, please contact Dean Christianson 250-365-7136 if interested in attending.


LENIUK
LAURIE JEAN LENIUK, fought the brave battle of cancer. She succumbed in her sleep on Thursday, November 15th, 2012 at the age of 53 years.
The funeral service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 – Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Tuesday, November 20, 2012 at 1:00 P.M., with Deacon Frank Peta officiating. Interment will follow in Mountain View Cemetery, then a reception at the funeral home. In memory of Laurie, contributions may be made to the St. Michael's Foundation, Palliative Care Unit, 1400 - 9th Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4V5.
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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MATHESON, Farquhar Harold (Frank)
August 22, 1927 - November 14, 2012
Frank Matheson, beloved husband of Patricia, passed away on November 14, 2012, with his family at his side. Frank was born in Edmonton, Alberta in 1927. On June 30, 1949 he married Patricia and soon after started a family. They resided in Edmonton, Lethbridge, Calgary, Billings MT and High River for the next 63 years. Frank was a Truck Driver for most of those years, hauling people for Greyhound early in his career and freight for Kingsway, Porter and Safeway. Over his career, he received several safe driving commendations and awards. He was a true gentleman; kind, generous, intelligent and curious. He was a voracious reader; always up to date on current events. Most important though, was his Bible. Frank read his bible every day and loved to quote from it. He was a farmer, a cowboy and a tinkerer. He was humble, but proud of his roots and of his family. He was gracious, always able to engage those around him. Frank loved a good joke and told a great story. He was a dreamer and all of his dreams have now come true. Frank was predeceased by his parents, Donald and Margaret and by his brothers, Gordon and Maurice. He is survived by his wife Patricia, his children Don (Jenny), Gorde (Linda), Rod (Germaine), Bill, Franquie (Leigh Parkinson) and his grandchildren Heather, Dylan, Gordyn, Austyn, Murdoch and Taylor. The family would like to express our deepest appreciation to the Nurses and staff at the High River Hospital, especially in the Emergency Department and the 3rd floor where Frank spent his last days. As well, we are truly blessed to have had Dr. Sarah Bell-Dingwall with us over the past year. She is an outstanding and compassionate Doctor who took great care of Frank. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the High River Hospital Foundation (560 9th Ave. SW, High River, AB, T1V 1B3). Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, November 27th at 11:00 a.m. at the High River United Church with lunch to follow. Interment will follow at the Granum Cemetery at approximately 2:30 p.m. To send condolences and view Frank’s tribute page please visit www.lylereeves.com . Caring for the family is Lyle Reeves Funerals of High River (Craig Snodgrass) 403.652.4242.


REGIER
BRENDA REGIER, passed away at the St. Michael’s Palliative Care Center, on Friday, November 16, 2012 at the age of 47 years.
Visitation will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 – Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Tuesday, November 20th, 2012 from 6:30 P.M. to 8:30 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday, November 21st at 1:00 P.M., with Pastor Wayne Boersma officiating. Private interment will precede the service.
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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SARTER
WILMA RUTH SARTER (Brown) of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Terry Sarter, passed away peacefully at St. Michael’s Palliative Care Centre on Friday, November 16, 2012 at the age of 63 years.
Wilma was born on December 15, 1948 in Eston, Saskatchewan. She attended school in Plato, SK, Erickson, BC, and completed high school in Elrose, SK. Her interests included glee club, math, and the arts. In 1969, at age 20, Wilma graduated in the first graduating class of registered nurses from Kelsey Institute of Applied Arts & Sciences in Saskatoon. After finishing her education, Wilma traveled extensively throughout Europe and North America, later settling into a career as a registered nurse, specializing in maternity and geriatrics. She married Terry in Kamloops in 1977 and welcomed their daughter Christine in 1978. Following a move to Prince George they were blessed with another daughter Catherine in 1982. In 1988 the family moved to Lethbridge. Wilma continued her career at Southland Nursing Home. She enjoyed watching her daughters grow up, camping, fishing, traveling, bible study, and volunteer work for various organizations.
She was a wonderful wife, mother, nana, daughter, sister, aunt and friend. She will be greatly missed by her husband of 35 years Terry of Lethbridge; daughter Christine (René) Huel of Rossland, BC; daughter Catherine (Tyler) Rice of Calgary; as well as grandchildren Anika, Hayden, Noah, and Samuel; her sisters Joanne (Dick) Calkins; Georgia (Bob) Cairns, and Beverly Brown. She was predeceased by her parents John and Ruth (Walen) Brown.
Wilma will be forever remembered for her gentle touch, caring personality and patient nature.
A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, November 20, 2012 at ST. AUGUSTINE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 411 11th Street South, Lethbridge, with Canon Allan McCuaig, officiating.
Donations in Wilma’s memory may be made to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, 1A129, 960 19th Street South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 1W5.
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


Tony Meier
1937 - 2012
Anton Meier, beloved husband of Patti Meier of Vauxhall, passed away on
Monday, November 19, 2012 at the age of 75 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. 


VASQUEZ
TERESA VASQUEZ of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Sunday November 18, 2012 at the age of 69 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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