BIRD
JASON MICHAEL BIRD "BEAVERS", passed away at the Cardston Hospital, Palliative Care Unit on Sunday, February 17, 2013 at the age of 44 Years.
Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
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Cornerstone Funeral Home & Crematorium
2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South
Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1
Telephone ~ (403) 381-7777
Fax ~ (403) 381-3128
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COOK
MIRANDA COOK, beloved wife of the late Bev Cook of Lethbridge, passed away at the Extendicare on Friday, February 15, 2013 at the age of 96 years.
She is the loving mother of Edward and Bob of Lethbridge and Sharon (Jim) Merchant of Calgary. She is lovingly remembered by 8 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her husband Bev, one son Brian, 4 sisters and one brother and a daughter in law Agnes.
Miranda was born June 7, 1916 in Brandon, Manitoba. The family moved to Winnipeg when she was a teenager. She loved playing sports of all kinds. Miranda was an avid gardener all her life. She married her husband Bev in Winnipeg. Shortly after the war, they moved to Calgary and then to Lethbridge where they settled and raised a family. Her children remember Miranda as a wonderful cook and a loving mother. She spent her lifetime helping others, first her children and then her husband when he had a heart attack, and later as a volunteer at a senior’s residence. The family sends a special thanks to the staff at Extendicare Fairmont Park.
At Miranda’s request there will be a private family graveside at Mountain View Cemetery at a later date.
In memory of Miranda, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
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Cornerstone Funeral Home & Crematorium
2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South
Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1
Telephone ~ (403) 381-7777
Fax ~ (403) 381-3128
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CURRIE
SANDY CURRIE, beloved husband of Donna Currie of Diamond City, AB., passed away at the St. Michael’s Palliative Care Center on Monday, February 18, 2013 at the age of 76 years.
A Celebration of Life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB., on Friday, February 22, 2013 at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Terry Shillington officiating.
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Cornerstone Funeral Home & Crematorium
2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South
Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1
Telephone ~ (403) 381-7777
Fax ~ (403) 381-3128
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DAVID JOSEPH HAMILTON
June 20, 1956 – February 15, 2013
Passed away suddenly at the age of 56, David Joseph Hamilton, beloved husband and soul mate of Kathy, father to Wyler and Tessa (Jeremy), and brother to Don (Celia). He will be sadly missed by his nieces Cassandra Thomas, Stephanie (Glenn) Ring, Chelsea Collett, and Cassandra Collett; his nephews Adam Hamilton, Brian Schulz, Tom Schulz, and Damian Hamilton; his sisters-in-law Celia Hamilton, Sue Schulz, Judy Collett, and Wendy (Trevor) Thompson; his brother-in-law Dave Kerr; and his mother- in- law, Anne Kerr.
Dave was predeceased by his father, Ian, his mother, Lynette, and his nephew, Darrell Thomas.
Dave was born in Lethbridge, Alberta, June 20, 1956, and lived in Lethbridge, Calgary, Penticton, and Oliver. He began his career at the Lethbridge Herald and eventually transferred to the Penticton Herald. After Dave left the Herald, he started his own business, BC Battery Power.
Dave’s lifelong interests included military history, art, music, hiking and soccer. He volunteered for Penticton Minor Hockey and the South Okanagan Youth Soccer Association as coach, manager, and coordinator. In recent years, he took a keen interest in travel, and his family was lucky to have been able to enjoy with him trips to England, Scotland, France, Italy, Mexico, and Cuba. But he most enjoyed spending time in the woods, mountains, and trails around his home.
Dave will be remembered for his gregarious nature, sense of humour, kindness, and his unique outlook on life and the universe. He will be dearly missed by his loving family and his many close friends. A celebration of life will be held at Fairview Mountain Golf Course in Oliver BC on Friday, February 22 at 3:00 p.m. Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to KidsSport BC.
Arrangements entrusted to Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium, Oliver & Osoyoos, BC



FRAIL
January 23, 1929 – February 14, 2013
ALTON (AL) NEWMAN FRAIL, beloved husband of Shirley Frail, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2013, at the Raymond General Hospital, at the age 84 years, after a short period of cancer.
Alto was born in Riverside Corner, Nova Scotia. He served in the Canadian Armed Forces (C PRO C) from 1954 to 1966, being stationed in Halifax, Gagetown, Camp Borden, Germany, Calgary and finally Ottawa. During his 84 years, Alton had many careers and professions – a bread truck driver, farmer, soldier, town policeman, a member of the Royal Canadian Legion as well as a manager, hotel/bar manager, school bus driver and finally a retail business operator. He was also CO of the Pincher Creek Cadet Corps and started one in New Dayton. At the time of his illness, he was still in the retail business, even though he had long ago retired.
In his younger years, he enjoyed motorcycles and fishing and was always ready to help others. In his later years, Alton loved and enjoyed socializing and playing the VLT’s at the Warner Hotel. He left behind many friends with some long lasting memories. Alton is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Shirley, who will miss him dearly. He will be lovingly remembered by his children Patricia (Calgary), Alton (Ottawa); step-children Linda (Rod) Milton (Brooks) and Wendy (Lethbridge). He is also survived by his grandchildren Mike (Amy), Marc (Yvonne), Richard (Donna), Robert (Keiko), Joalene (Steve), Jacey (Cynthia), Jeremy and Mikayla; nieces Lynn, Faith, and Heather; as well as numerous great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
He was predeceased by his parents; sisters Marion (Alan) Campbell and Emily (Glen) Fenton; and grandson John Lefaivre.
A Memorial celebration of his life will be held at a later date in Warner, Alberta.
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



GROENINK
LORRAINE GROENINK passed away in Lethbridge on Sunday, February 17, 2013 at the age of 36 years.
Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
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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HAHN
Adam Ernest (Ernie) Hahn passed peacefully into the loving arms of His Saviour on February 16, 2013 at the Pincher Creek Hospital just six weeks short of his ninety-ninth birthday.
Ernie was born March 29, 1914 in Pincher Creek, Alberta, the second child and eldest son of John and Hilda Hahn.
Ernie is lovingly remembered by his caregivers Arnold and Edna Nelson, his sisters Dorothea Cyr, Helen Nelson, Martha Glines, Adeline Sorge and Edna (John) Drevenak, numerous nephews and nieces and grand nephews and nieces; stepson John (Joyce) Binnie and their children and grandchildren, step-grandson Bruce Anderson and special step-grand-daughter Chris-Ann (Clair) Hockley and Bryce and Harrison Hockley.
Ernie was predeceased by his loving wife Nora; parents John and Hilda; brothers Daniel, Norman and Carl; sisters Ida Richardt, Louise Heise and Anna Burger; his nephews Kenneth and Allan Heise; sister-in-law Alice Hahn; brothers-in-law Henry Richardt, Eugene Cyr, Lewis Taylor, George Mackintosh, James Burger, Lorance Nelson, Grant Glines, and Steve Sorge; and step-daughter Helen Binnie.
A Visitation will take place at 7:00PM, on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at EDEN’S FUNERAL HOME, 966 Elm St., Pincher Creek.
A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00PM, on Thursday February 21, 2013 at TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, 893 East Ave., Pincher Creek, with Reverend Andrew Craig, Officiating. Interment to follow at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Crestview Lodge Pincher Creek, Trinity Lutheran Church Memorial Fund or to the Pincher Creek Legion for the Bobby Burns Fish Pond.
Rest in Peace Thy Faithful Servant – The Race is Won
Eden's Funeral Home and Crematorium
966 Elm Street
Pincher Creek, AB
Phone: 403-627-3131
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www.edensfuneralhome.com



HOARE
SARAH VIVIAN WOLSEY EHLERT HOARE of Magrath, Alberta passed away Monday, February 18, 2013 at Magrath Good Samaritans at the age of 99 years.
Sarah was born October 14, 1913 at Taylorville, Alberta to John and Minnie Wolsey. Early in her life the family moved to Whiskey Gap where she completed most of her early schooling. The family later moved to Magrath where she completed her schooling. The move to Magrath also resulted in meeting Clarence Emil Ehlert whom she later married in the Cardston Temple. They resided in Magrath where they worked hand in hand building a family mixed farm. To Sarah and Clarence were born two boys, Brent and Richard. In addition to her farm labors Sarah worked at the Magrath Hospital and the Magrath Pharmacy. She was always seeking to do better for her family and made many sacrifices so that her children and husband might enjoy a better life.
Her life changed dramatically in 1963 when Clarence became ill and passed away. After selling the family farm she moved to Cardston, then Lethbridge, then Edmonton supporting herself by clerking in pharmacies and managing ladies wear stores. She returned to Lethbridge in 1970 where she met and married Stanley Hoare. They took up residence in Calgary where they were both employed. In 1978 they retired and moved back to Magrath. Stan and Sarah served several missions for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her love of gardening and flowers was exceeded only by her selfless acts of kindness and service. Sarah loved everyone.
Sarah is survived by her two sons, Brent (Ila) Ehlert of Magrath, Richard (Leslie) Ehlert of Orem, Utah and two stepchildren: Michael (Betty) Hoare of Claresholm and Pat (Warren) Volstad of Medicine Hat, nineteen grandchildren, thirty-seven great grandchildren, and three great, great grandchildren. She is also survived by one sister-in-law, Carrel Wolsey of Magrath.
Sarah is predeceased by her parents, five brothers: Milton(Della) Wolsey, Roy(Mona) Wolsey, John(Carrel) Wolsey, Ken(Peggy) Wolsey and infant Harold Wolsey and her husbands Clarence Ehlert and Stanley Hoare.
The Funeral Service will be held Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, MAGRATH STAKE CENTRE. Friends may meet the family prior to the service from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the church.
Interment to follow in the Magrath Cemetery.
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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KOZBIAL
REV. ELIZABETH KOZBIAL, beloved wife of the late Mr. Jan Kozbial of Lethbridge passed away at the St. Michael's Palliative Care on Monday, February 18, 2013 at the age of 79 years.
She is the loving mother of two sons; David (Sue) Kozbial and Michael (Christine) Kozbial of Calgary; seven grandchildren, Christopher, Natalie, Rebecca, Ashley, Cameron, Jessica and Devin, two great grandchildren William and Cody.
She is also survived by nieces and nephews; Ann, Robin (Jenny) and John (Sally).
Elizabeth was predeceased by her husband Jan, grandaughter Caitlin, great grandson Lucas, one brother Maurice and a sister in law Margaret.
Elizabeth was born August 22nd 1933 in West Chiltington, Sussex, England, to parents Alice Elizabeth and William Alfred Ayling. Along with her brother Maurice, she spent her early years on a small orchard farm. She attended teacher training college in London, and worked as a teacher in the English Midlands. She met her future husband Jan Kozbial, and went to work at a school for special needs children in Cornwall, where he was working as a caretaker. They were married in 1960, and for their honeymoon, emigrated to Canada.
Elizabeth taught school in the Southern Alberta communities of Hoping and Onefour, but put her career on hold when sons David and Michael were born. In 1976 the family moved to Lethbridge, and soon afterwards Elizabeth completed her Bachelor of Education degree and resumed teaching, first in Bow Island, and later in Standoff. When Jan passed away in 1984, Elizabeth retired from teaching to dedicate time to her sons. Once they were grown, she embarked on a path that led her to ministry. With the sponsorship of First United Church in Lethbridge, she obtained her Masters of Divinity from St. Andrew's in Saskatoon, and was ordained in the United Church of Canada in 1999. She readily accepted the church's suggestion of posting to Newfoundland, and she spent several years ministering to small rural communities around Woody Point, near Corner Brook, and later around Victoria Cove, near Gander.
She retired from ministry in 2007, and moved back to Lethbridge in 2008 to be near her family. She enjoyed being a grandma, and also giving her time to First United Church, TOPS, On Our Own, and CNIB, as well as to many circles of friends in the Lethbridge area.
She passed away peacefully at St. Michael's Care Center in Lethbridge.
She made an indellible impression on everyone she met, and she will be remembered fondly, and missed greatly by everyone who knew her.
A memorial service will be at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Brenda Kersell officiating.
A private family interment will take place at Mountain View Cemetery.
Memorial Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317-10th Street South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 2M7.
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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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PIKE
MILDRED PIKE, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend passed away in Piyami Lodge, in Picture Butte on Sunday, February 17, 2013 at the age of 90 years.
Mildred is survived by her loving husband Orville, children Sheila (Landy) Esau, Gary (Julie) Pike, Randy (Arlene) Pike, grandchildren Lindsay (Robb) Engen, Devon Pike, Derek Pike and Amanda Pike as well as two great grandchildren.
Cremation and a private family gathering will be held.
A special thank you to the staff and caregivers at Piyami Lodge for the loving attention they have given to Mildred.
“Forever remembered, Forever loved”
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Cornerstone Funeral Home & Crematorium
2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South
Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1
Telephone ~ (403) 381-7777
Fax ~ (403) 381-3128
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Dennis Reynolds
1923 - 2013
Clifford Dennis Reynolds, beloved husband of the late Norma Reynolds,
passed away in Lethbridge on Monday, February 18, 2013 at the age of 89
years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland
Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, February 22, 2013 between
7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Enchant Community Hall, Enchant on
Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Jeffery Frostad
officiating. Burial to follow at the Enchant Cemetery. Condolences may be
forwarded by visiting our website at www.southlandfuneral.com.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Dennis’ name may be made
directly to the charity of one’s personal choosing.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403)
223-8778.



SANDERSON
MRS. WILDA SANDERSON beloved wife of Mr. Richard Sanderson of Lethbridge, passed away at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital on Friday, February 15, 2013 at the age of 57 years.
A Prayer Vigil Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME - 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at 7:00 P.M. with Reverend John Kohler Officiating.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. MARTHA'S CATHOLIC CHURCH - 255 Columbia Blvd. West on Thursday, February 21, 2013 at 11:30 A.M. with Reverend Fernando Genogaling Celebrant.
Graveside service to follow at MOUNTAIN VIEW CEMETERY.
In memory of Wilda, donations may be made to The CANADIAN LIVER FOUNDATION - 1500-2235 Sheppard Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario, M2J 5B5
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Cornerstone Funeral Home & Crematorium
2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South
Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1
Telephone ~ (403) 381-7777
Fax ~ (403) 381-3128
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SCHAARSCHMIDT
MRS. HANNA SCHAARSCHMIDT of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Heinz Martin Schaarschmidt, passed away on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at the age of 83 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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SHADE
ALLEN SHADE, passed away at the Cardston Hospital, on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at the age of 91 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
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TERRY ROBERT ROSS
November 2, 1957 – February 17, 2013
We sadly announce the sudden passing of Terry on Sunday, February 17, 2013. Terry (a troubled soul now at peace) is survived by his wife Carol, daughter Christy and son Garrett; his mother Eleanor, brother Randy (Joan), sister Lori (Brad), Uncle Harold (Lynn); nieces and nephews, Chris and Braden Vickerson, Mark, Tanya, and Cohen Ross, Kari, Del, Ethan, and Lily Moulton; cousins Virginia, Ron Holt and family; Sandra, Jim Pratt and family, Michelle (Bob) Funk and family; and many good friends. Terry is also survived by his in-laws Allan and Sheila Gehrke, Raymond (Darlene) and family and Colleen (Bob). He is predeceased by his grandparents, father Albert Ross (August 10, 2005).
Terry spent his childhood on the farm at Carmangay. He graduated from Vulcan High School in 1975. Sports, especially curling and basketball, along with 4-H were a part of his school years. Terry attended college in Lethbridge for 2 years, and graduated in May 1977 with a diploma in Agriculture. With the exception of some construction jobs in the winter, and one year spraying foam insulation, he began a lifetime of farming.
His weary hours and days of pain, his troubled nights are past, and in our aching hearts we know, he has found sweet rest at last.
A private family service will be held.
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



THIELEN
JONATHAN WRAY THIELEN of Lethbridge, passed away on February 15, 2013 at the age of 27 years. Jon was born in Regina, Saskatchewan on May 4, 1985.
A Prayer Service was held at ST. PETER’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 321 Main Street, Milk River, AB., on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at 7:00 P.M.
A Funeral Mass will be held at ST. PETER’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, on Wednesday, February 20, 2013, at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Dominic Nguyen Celebrant.
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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