DEGENSTEIN
February 14, 1922 – January 2, 2013
Anthony "Tony" Valentine Joseph Degenstein, longtime resident of Grande Prairie, passed away at the Grande Prairie Care Centre on Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at the age of 90 years.
Anthony was born on February 14, 1922 in Foremost, Alberta. He worked for Alberta Power Ltd. for 35 years. After retirement he spent his time making crafts, enjoyed watching sports and there wasn’t a crossword puzzle he couldn’t complete. Tony enjoyed spending time with family and friends and had a great love for animals.
He will be sadly missed by his children: daughters Darlene (Don) Frederickson of Wetaskiwin, and Pamela (Bill) McKie of Grande Prairie; sons Elmer (Wanda) of Lethbridge, Wayne of Camrose, Rob (Kim) of Forestburg, Mark (Nicole) of Lethbridge, Miles of Camrose, and Chad of Ponoka; along with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Tony will also be sadly missed by his sisters and brothers along with several nieces and nephews and their families, and many friends.
Tony was predeceased by his son Paul Anthony and daughter Annice Marie, his brothers Peter and Walter and sister Betty Arrowsmith.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at 4:00pm at Oliver’s Grande Prairie Funeral Chapel (10005 107 Ave).
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation (1502 College Plaza 8215 112 St. Edmonton, AB T6G 2C8).
Condolences may be sent by visiting www.oliversgrandeprairie.com
Oliver’s Grande Prairie Funeral
Chapel & Crematorium
10005-107 Ave. Grande Prairie, Alberta T8V-1L8
(780) 532-2929
"Dedicated Service Since 1915"



GNANDT
The family of Frank Gnandt Sr. wish to announce, with great sadness, his passing at St. Michael's Palliative Care Center on Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at the age of 83 years.
A Prayer Service will be held at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH - 2405 – 12 Avenue South on Friday, January 11, 2013 at 7:00 P.M. with Deacon Cliff Bogdan Officiating.
A Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Kevin Tumback Celebrant.
Honoured to Serve
Cornerstone Funeral Home & Crematorium
2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South
Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1
Telephone ~ (403) 381-7777
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HUNTER JONES MARTIN
February 21, 1994
December 28, 2012
After a brave 18-year struggle with a rare vascular disease our beloved son and brother, Hunter Jones Martin, left us on Friday, December 28th.
Hunter was an extraordinary young man. When he could, he loved to play soccer and tennis, to snowboard and to “hang” with friends. He was a gourmet who loved urban life. Most importantly, Hunter loved to have fun and to laugh. His eloquent wit and deep insights into the human condition were legendary among his many friends, peers and adults alike.
Hunter loved to write and had just applied to the Capilano University Creative Writing program. He often joked that the suffering that he had to endure throughout much of his life was a purification process, designed to assist him to distill the meaning of life through the written word. His writings were true. For example, in November 2010, following a stroke in August of that year and when he was just 16, he wrote this poem in response to a high school English assignment to describe himself from the perspective of his doctor:

“I see a boy, he lies in pain.
He is not a boy in my eyes, lying there enduring through,
A man emerges from that hospital room.
As cheerful as a burdened man can be, he winks at me.
That is when I know that he is not a boy who wastes a wink, but rather a man weathered by pain, worn off on the edges,
But a glowing heart.
I saw a boy, now I see a man, he wastes a wink with a glowing heart.”

Hunter grew up in West Vancouver and attended Collingwood School, Waldorf School and West Vancouver Secondary. Over the years Hunter grew to know, love and respect his many doctors at B.C. Children’s Hospital, the National Institute of Health, Bethesda, and Vancouver General Hospital. Lucinda Jones, David Martin and his sisters Azja and Savanna Jones Martin are deeply appreciative for the kindness and generosity of spirit shown to Hunter by all of his dedicated coaches, teachers, doctors and nurses. They also thank him for all of the love and joy he shared with them each and every day of his short life. His manly wink and glowing heart will never be forgotten.
In 2008 B.C. Children’s Hospital geneticists Doctors Neal Boerkoel and Milan Patel approached Hunter and his parents to assist them in forming a foundation whose mission would be to assist children who suffer from rare, often undiagnosed, diseases and whose needs are not fully met by government or the pharmaceutical industry. Hunter immediately embraced the idea and thereafter assisted in the creation of the Rare Disease Foundation which today provides much needed assistance to children suffering as Hunter did. If desired, donations in tribute to Hunter and to his commitment to others may be made by mail to the Rare Disease Foundation, 4500 Oak Street, Room C234, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6H 3N1 or, electronically, through the Foundation website at www.rarediseasefoundation.org



KONG
CHARLIE ROY KONG of Lethbridge, passed away after a lengthy illness on December 28th, 2012 at the age of 64 years.
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.
Honoured to Serve
Cornerstone Funeral Home & Crematorium
2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South
Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1
Telephone ~ (403) 381-7777
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MORGAN
GLORIA LOVINA MORGAN passed away peacefully at Edith Cavell Care Centre on Thursday, January 3, 2013 with family at her side.
She is lovingly remembered and will be deeply missed by her beloved children: Ronald (Sandra), Randy (Lorraine), Jacquie (Gary) McLean, Wendy (Gary) Loewen, as well as her brother Ray (Donna) Pascal; six grandchildren and eight great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and many dear friends.
Gloria was predeceased by her loving husband Ray, two sisters and one grandchild.
Gloria was born on January 7, 1924 to Michael and Beatrice Pascal in Fort Macleod. She grew up and was educated in Coalhurst where she met and married her sweetheart Raymond Morgan. Once all of her children were in school, Gloria worked at a variety of jobs. While working as a care attendant at the Auxiliary Hospital she developed strong friendships that lasted over 45 years with Fay Cowell and Ann Galloway. Gloria was also a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and spent many hours reading and studying her scriptures.
The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, January 11, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, LETHBRIDGE STAKE CENTRE, 2410-28 Street South, Lethbridge, with Bishop Aaron Bridge officiating. Friends may meet the family prior to the service from 12:00 noon to 12:40 p.m.
Interment to follow in the Mountain View Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Resident Committee of Edith Cavell Care Centre, 1255-5 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 0V6, or to a charity of one’s choice.
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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Norgard, Kenneth John
June 10, 1958 – January 4, 2013
K. John Norgard, aged 54, passed away suddenly while vacationing with his family in Ixtapa, Mexico. John is survived by his beloved wife, Barbara and his loving children, Joey Kenneth and Kelsey Michelle. John is also survived by his parents Ken and Mada of Claresholm; sisters, Mary Ellen (Murray), Peggy (Brian) and Kathryn (Richard); his mother-in-law Mary; brother-in-law Doug (Becky); numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and a great-niece.
John was born and educated at Claresholm. He later attended the University of Lethbridge where he received his Education Degree. John taught for four years in Consort, then in Claresholm and Pincher Creek and, at the time of his passing, was Principal at the Stavely School.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Murray and Mary Ellen for all of their help in Mexico.
A celebration of John’s life will be held at the Claresholm Community Centre on Friday, January 11, 2013 at 2:00 PM. with Donna Alm officiating. If desired, donations may be made in John’s memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, NWT and Nunavut, Donations Department, 100, 119 - 14 Street NW, Calgary, Alberta, T2N 1Z6, www.heartandstroke.ab.ca
Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.leydens.com. Arrangements entrusted to LEYDEN’S FUNERAL HOME, Claresholm. Tel: 403-625-3212.



O'SULLIVAN
JACK KENNETH O'SULLIVAN, passed away suddenly on Saturday, January 5, 2013 at the age of 76 years.
Jack was one of eight children born to John and Hattie Mae (Helen) O'Sullivan in 1936. He was born in Lethbridge and grew up in Fort Macleod, AB. Jack married Betty Jean Deglau in 1962 and worked as a self employed painter in Lethbridge for many years. He enjoyed golfing, hunting, fishing, and socializing with his friends at Bully's until his passing.
He is survived by his daughter Shannon and son in law, Gregory Emann, of Medicine Hat, AB, one brother, Reg (Jean) O'Sullivan of Fort McLeod, AB, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Jack was predeceased by his parents, five brothers, one sister, youngest daughter Shauna and wife Betty.
Relatives and Friends are invited to pay respects prior to the service from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M.
A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME - 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB on Friday, January 11, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. with Major Glen Habkirk Officiating.
Cremation to follow.
A private family graveside service will take place at a later date.
In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army - Regional Development 822, 420 - 9 Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 0R9.
Honoured to Serve
Cornerstone Funeral Home & Crematorium
2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South
Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1
Telephone ~ (403) 381-7777
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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
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SIM
October 21, 1934 January 7, 2013
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.
Margaret Ellen was born to Peggy and Hjalmer Nylund in Calgary, Alberta on October 21, 1934. She married Donald Kenneth Sim on August 6, 1954. (Don predeceased Margaret on October 6, 1990).
Margaret fought a strong fight with her battle with cancer. Not wanting to give up, she gave her best to do all she could each day. She took time to enjoy the pleasures of nature as she looked out her windows, marveling in the determination of the various creatures she grew to enjoy. Making the best of each day, the simple things were accomplished with personal strength: “It was a struggle, but I persevered and I did it.”
Margaret is survived by her children and their families: Darrel and Heather, Jaclyn, Josh; Kathy and Tom Bennett, Dixie, Kyle and Jennifer, Hannah, Elizabeth, Jackson, Sheldon, Angie and Luke Crutchfield; Diana; Lorna and Lloyd Dennis, Christina and Tim Wills, Addy, Aydan; Stephanie Dennis and Dakota Vidmar. Her siblings: George and family; Johnny, Marie and family; Eleanor, Howard and family. Her golf buddies were her treasured friends, along with extended family and several friends.
A service to Celebrate Margaret’s Life will be held at COLLEGE DRIVE COMMUNITY CHURCH, 2710 College Drive South, Lethbridge, AB on Thursday, January 10, 2013 at 1:00 P.M.
If friends so desire, a donation may be made to Volunteer Lethbridge, Suite 200 Deveta Place, 410 Stafford Drive South, Lethbridge, AB. Donations will be acknowledged with a tax receipt. This charity focuses on connecting community through volunteerism.
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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TAYLOR
MR. PETER TAYLOR of Lethbridge, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Danielle Taylor, passed away on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at the age of 55 years.
Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
Send condolences at www.mbfunerals.com.
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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Don Toth
1925 - 2013
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Donald Daniel Toth,
beloved husband of Rose Toth, on Monday, January 7, 2013 at the age of 87
years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at Knox United
Church, 4929 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, January 10, 2013 between 7:00
P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at Knox United Church, 4929 - 50 Avenue,
Taber on Friday, January 11, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Sandra Riddell
officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden. Condolences may
be forwarded by visiting our website at www.southlandfuneral.com.
Besides his loving wife Rose, he is survived by his children Jolayne Hain
of North Carolina, Marg (Mike) Fitzsimonds of Lethbridge, Bob (JoAnne) Toth
of Taber, David Toth of Lethbridge, Nick (Carol) Toth of Lethbridge and
Cathy Toth (Darren Bodnar) of Lethbridge; fifteen grandchildren and seven
great grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his parents Miklos and Marcella Toth; sisters Helen,
Sophie and Jolayne Toth.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Don’s 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.