1927 - 2011
Bernard James Erickson, beloved husband of Jean Erickson of Vauxhall,
passed away in Taber on Sunday, July 17, 2011 at the age of 84 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland
Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, July 20, 2011 between
7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
A private burial service for family and close friends will be held at the
Enchant Cemetery, Enchant on Thursday, July 21, 2011 with Pastor Dan
Doerksen officiating.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Royal
Canadian Legion, 217 - 5 Street North, Vauxhall on Thursday, July 21, 2011
between 12:00 P.M. and 2:00 P.M. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting
our website at www.southlandfuneral.com.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Bernie’s name may be made
directly to the Parkinson's Society of Southern Alberta, Lethbridge Chapter
Office, 1254 - 3 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 0J9.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403)
223-8778.
1920 – LANIER – 2011
CHARLES (CHARLIE) HANNA LANIER of Lethbridge, Alberta passed away July 17, 2011 at the age of 91.
Charlie was born February 10, 1920 in Lethbridge and lived the majority of his life in the Wilson Siding area. He attended the Wilson White Community School in his early years and later went to LCI, Pickering College and Washington and Lee University. He joined the U.S. Air Corps during World War II, becoming a pilot with the 316th Troop Carrier Group which supported the 8th Army in Operation Market Garden and the Invasion of Holland. Receiving his wings and the U.S. Air Medal were highlights in his life. Following the war, Charlie returned to the family farm, taking it over in 1959 after his marriage to Estelle (Estie) (nee Hargreaves). It was there that they raised their children and where he was able to live until his passing.
For many years, Charlie served the Lethbridge community as a member of the YMCA Board of Directors, Lethbridge East Rotary Club (Charter Member), Kinsmen Club and K-40. He was also a member of the Wilson White Community Association, the Coaldale Volunteer Firemen Association, the Royal Canadian Legion and the Lethbridge Archaeology Society.
Charlie was predeceased by his parents, Thomas and Allene, brother Louis, brother Thomas (Tombo) 12 years, infant sister Martha, infant brother Addison, and nephew David. He leaves to mourn the love of his life, Estie, children: Sue Evans (Blaine Thacker), Sylvia Evans, Charles Evans (Amy Enfield) and Anne, his brother Ike (Diana), grandchildren: David Hampson (Deanne), Michelle Hampson (Karl), Justin Plaetner, Alex Dardanoni, and Emily Evans, four great grandchildren: Charlie, Cayman, Rowan and Rosie Hampson, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Charlie lived his life to the fullest. He and Estie had many adventures abroad over the years traveling to such places as Egypt, India, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and Brazil, and their home (often dubbed the Kentucky Farm Hilton) was a great gathering place for family and friends from all over the world. His life was a rich one - filled with laughter and love.
Friends and family will remember Charlie for his warm heart, amazing smile, and that special twinkle in his eye - a combination that could light up a room. He was very much a gentleman, very generous, hard working, fun loving, loyal to those he loved and honest to a T. What a legacy!
It was Charlie’s expressed wish that there be no funeral or memorial service. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation (the Heart Function Clinic or the Intensive Care Unit) or a charity of your choice would be meaningful.
The family would like to thank the staff at the Chinook Regional Hospital for their efforts to make Charlie as comfortable as possible during his final days. They would also like to thank Dr. Strank as well the Lethbridge Home Care and Bridges staff for their support and positive impact on Charlie’s life the past few years.
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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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ALSTON
J. Burns Alston (1954-2011) Beloved husband, father, grandfather and son passed away peacefully in the arms of his best friend and wife Karen Tanner Alston on Sunday July 17, 2011 in Lethbridge at the age of 56.
His wife Karen, their children Ryan (Jill) Alston, Matthew (Jessica) Alston, Dylan (Ashley) Alston, Kassi Jo (Aaron) Zaugg and Jasmine (Matthew) Roberts, 9 grandchildren and his mother Doreen invite you to celebrate his life by attending his Farewell Service on Thursday, July 21st, 2011 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Magrath Stake Centre at 2:00pm.
Friends may greet the family prior to the Service from 12:30pm-1:30pm.The interment for family and close friends will precede the service on Thursday, July 21st, 2011 at 10:00 am in the Magrath Cemetery.
Burns’ 8 year battle was fought with grace, courage and a strong desire to live. It did not stop him from living a happy, productive life. Each day he was given strength to face what was before him, and he knew his strength came from his Savior, Jesus Christ. He had a wonderful smile even under the most difficult of circumstances and when his body let him down, he was not a man who complained. Even though he would have loved to live for many more years, at the end of his life, he accepted that his time had come and he had full confidence that he was going to be with Christ where there is no more sickness or sorrow. We know we will see him again some day.
Burns was committed to his family, his faith and his community, devoting his life to teaching and serving others.
Service conducted by Bishop Richard Blumell. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Burns’ name may be made to Magrath Little League Baseball at Magrath ATB, or the LDS Humanitarian fund.
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Funeral arrangements entrusted to Berry Gorham of Legacy.
Legacy Funeral Homes Ltd.
P.O. Box 208
Cardston, Alberta T0K 0K0
Phone (403) 653-3222
Fax (403) 653-3677
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BRAUN
FRANK BRAUN, beloved husband of Margaret E. Braun of Lethbridge, passed away at the Edith Cavell Care Centre on Sunday, July 17, 2011 at the age of 71 years.
Besides his loving wife, Frank is survived by his children, Anita (Calvin) Tymburski, Dwayne Braun, and Karen (Ed) Weller; his brothers and sisters, Bill (Kathy), Tina (Mike) Kryzanowski, Betty (John) Butterfield, Pete (Arlene), John (Bernice), and Sue (Alan) Flynn; grandchildren, Jackie, Jared, and Ethan Tymburski, Sam and Hayley Braun, and Liam and AJ Weller. He is predeceased by his parents Franz and Susanna Braun.
Frank was born in Swift Current, SK on October 1, 1939. He lived there until 1962 when, after marrying Mom, they started on their life long quest to be ‘residents of Western Canada’. Moving on average every two years and living in SK, AB, NWT and BC, they settled in Picture Butte and then Lethbridge. Frank worked as a heavy duty mechanic and closed out his career at the Alberta Environment Shop.
Dad’s hobbies were varied. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing, hiking, amateur ham radio, wood turning and crafting. We will all miss his famous Friday night BBQ steak.
A Visitation will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, July 23, 2011 at COALDALE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1711 – 20 St., Coaldale. A Graveside Service will follow at 11:00AM at the COALDALE CEMETERY.
A Lunch will follow at the Lethbridge Mennonite Church, 4303-3 Ave S., Lethbridge.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta, 402, 740 4th Ave. S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 0N9 or the Mennonite Central Committee, 210 2946 32nd St. N.E., Calgary, AB, T1Y 6J7.
BROWN
Brown, Astrid "Ruth" (Nee Sahlèn) aged 96 years of Drumheller, formerly of Claresholm, AB, passed away July 17, 2011. She was the beloved wife of the late Elmer Brown, Claresholm, and beloved mother of Karen (Miro) Guidolin of Drumheller, AB. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Dean and Sheri-Dawn (Siena and Brooke), Brian and Christina (Jacob & Dominic), and Krista, 3 cousins, Marie, Ellen and Alwon (Joan), numerous nieces and nephews. Besides her loving husband, Astrid was predeceased by her son Ernest Brown. Graveside service and interment at White Lake Cemetery on July 22, 2011 at 1:00 p.m.
Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.leydens.com.
Arrangements entrusted to Leyden's Funeral Home (4079 1st West Claresholm, Alberta) Tel: 403-625-3212.
CRAIG STEPHEN WILSON
1961-2011
Craig Stephen Wilson passed away on Friday, July 15, 2011 at the age of 49. He was born on November 13, 1961 in Exeter, Ontario. Craig grew up in a military family, his father being a member of the RCAF. He spent most of his teen years in Victoria and in his beloved Crofton on Vancouver Island.
After leaving high school he worked at many different jobs. He worked at a flower and garden nursery. He worked for his uncle making water beds. He spent ten years working in the bush cutting out brush and rubbish to allow good trees to grow. He spent time in Fernie working in a machine shop. He started his own business working as a paint contactor around Vancouver Island. Craig then moved to Lethbridge and bought an International Diesel truck and trailer and started a long haul trucking business which he did for the last ten years with Caveman Trucking. At his passing he was on his third truck. Over that period of time Craig has hauled materials from the Yukon to Vegas. This is literally a few million miles in all kinds of weather, sometimes with chains on the power drive wheels.
Craig liked sports, boating, fishing, water skiing and scuba diving. Another pastime was catching crabs and shrimp in Crofton Bay.
Craig could drive nearly any vehicle from motorcycles to semis and even an ice arena Zamboni.
Craig will be sadly missed by; his parents Don and Colleen Wilson, his daughter Bryanna Andrejcsik, grandchildren Austin and Mickayla Andrejcsik, Wanda Eddy and her son Alexander, Dee Wilson, his 3 brothers Darrell, Ed (Lynn) and Kevin Wilson and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, July 21, 2011 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4th Street South, Lethbridge.
Always in our thoughts. We love you. God bless you!
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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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DAVID DEAN (POPPA)
CALDWELL
Mr. David Dean (Poppa) Caldwell, late of Devon, AB, formerly of Mountain View, AB, passed away on July 16, 2011 at the age of 67 years. He is survived by his loving family; wife of 47 years, DeEtta Caldwell; four children, Shane (Amy) Caldwell of Barrhead, AB, Wade (Carol) Caldwell of Barrhead, AB, Trenton (Tracey) Caldwell of Red Earth Creek, AB, and Darla Caldwell (Todd) of Devon, AB; thirteen grandchildren, Brandon, Kyle, Dylan, Shaylynne, Chantelle, Alicia, Garrett, Elijah, Dakota, Austin, Darcy, David, and River; seven great-grandchildren, Ethan, Hannah, Ava, Emma, Olivia, Mason, Austin, and another on the way; two brothers, Vaughn (Irene), and Louie (Glenna); five sisters, Sylvia (Dave), Genovene (Barton), Gloria (Ken), Bonnie (Terry), Wanda (Grant); and mother-in-law, Dorothy Kienzle; as well as numerous other family and many dear friends. David is predeceased by his parents, Lyle and Francis Caldwell; sister, Lila Falkeisen; and grandson, Michael Caldwell. Visitation will held on Wednesday July 20, 2011 at 7:00 pm at Rose Garden Chapel. A funeral service will be held on Thursday July 21, 2011 at 1:00 pm from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints with Clinton Caldwell officiating. Interment will follow in the Barrhead Community Cemetery. Donations are gratefully accepted to the Heart and Stroke Foundation (10985-124 Street, Edmonton, AB T5M 0H9). Funeral arrangements entrusted to Rose Garden Chapel, Barrhead, AB 780.674.4644. An Honoured Provider Dignity Memorial.
JOSEPH DAVID PARSONS
1937 - 2011
It is with great sorrow that the family of JOE PARSONS announces the sudden passing of our father and grandfather on Saturday, July 16, 2011.
The family will be commemorating Joe’s life privately.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to his beloved grandson Rob’s recovery and new life fund in care of MNP, 3425 2nd Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 4V1, attention: Jim Kristensen,
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, 403 329-2891.
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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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