March 5, 1939 – March 8, 2012
The family of VALERIE AYRIS sadly announces her passing on Thursday, March 8, 2012. Val was born in Cardston, Alberta, grew up in Waterton and completed her nursing education in Lethbridge. She had a long career in nursing at St. Michael’s Hospital, was a nursing instructor at Lethbridge Community College and was a Past President of the Alberta Association of Registered Nurses. We fondly remember her for her dry wit and quick sense of humor, her love of her German Shepherds, Golden Retrievers and any and all cats. Val is survived by her sister-in-law Rissa Ayris; nieces Terry (Chuck) Billing, Susan (Cam) Black, Joan Ayris and Wendy (Don) Marshall; as well as her great-nieces, Meghan Black, Shannon Black, and Leona Marshall; and great-nephews Robert Marshall and James Marshall. Val was predeceased by her mother Vera Ayris, her father Robert Ayris, her brother Robert Ayris and her nephew Ray Robert Ayris. A Memorial Service will be held at CALGARY CREMATORIUM CHAPEL, 3219 – 4th Street N.W., (within the valley of Queen’s Park Cemetery) on Thursday, March 15, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. Please forward condolences through www.hffs.com.
HERITAGE FUNERAL
SERVICES
"Calgary Crematorium Chapel" Telephone: (403) 299-0111
COOK
MRS. AGNES COOK (nee POCZA) beloved wife of Edward Cook passed away Friday March 9, 2012 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Besides her loving husband of 48 years Edward she will be greatly missed by her son Tim his wife Jacquie, her beloved grandchildren Sabrina and Jordan, sister Rose Good, little Molly as well as numerous nieces nephews and their families. Born to Rose and Steve Pocza August 31, 1941 Agnes spent most of her life in Lethbridge where for many years was a beautician then later after her marriage to Ed they owned and operated many concessions and kiosks throughout Lethbridge, and later their son Tim joined the family business. Agnes greatest joy was her family, especially her two grandchildren Sabrina and Jordan. She was an incredible cook and made sure no one ever went home hungry. Agnes was a people person which is why she always worked in the service industry, it allowed to her to meet and socialize with so many people. In the last few years she has truly enjoyed her friendships and daily visits with her coffee crew.
Agnes was predeceased by her parents Rose & Steve Pocza; sisters Margaret, Vivian, and Helen as well as 2 brothers Steve & Chester.
Family and Friends are invited to pay their final respects between 10:00AM and 11:00AM on Thursday March 15, 2012 in the RIVER OF LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH, 2820-18 Avenue North, Lethbridge, AB.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00AM on Thursday March 15, 2012 in the RIVER OF LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH, with Pastor Marsha Graveland, officiating.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Those who wish, memorial donations may be made to the Jack Ady Cancer Centre, 1A129, 960- 19 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 1W5 or to the Lethbridge & District Humane Society, Box 783 Lethbridge, AB, T1J 3Z6.
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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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DOBRA
NORMA KANE DOBRA, beloved wife and soul mate of Charles (Chuck) Dobra for the past 58 years, passed away on Saturday, March 10, 2012.
The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, March 16, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, LETHBRIDGE EAST STAKE CENTRE, 4105 Forestry Ave. S, with Bishop Mark Heninger officiating.
Friends may meet the family prior to the service at the church on Friday from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m.
Interment to follow in the Mountain View Cemetery, Lethbridge.
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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DONALD CLARK MIKADO
1964 – 2012
To know him was to love him.
The family of DON MIKADO share great sadness on the sudden passing of their dearly loved and devoted husband, father, brother and son on Thursday March 8th, 2012.
Don will be forever missed by his wife Karen Mikado, his daughters Taya and Sammy, his parents Sam and June Mikado, his brothers Richard, James (Cheimi) and Ron and his sister Patti (Jim) Spencer, mother-in-Law Mary (Adrian, deceased) Vanden Elzen, brothers-in-law Cory (Jennifer), Jeff (Laurene) and sister-in-law Annette (James) Schnepper.
He was the fun loving uncle of Jackie, Graham (Jennifer), Madeline, Charlotte, John, Paul, Gina and Brady who will always remember him fondly.
Don will also be dearly missed by all aunts, uncles and cousins with whom he shared many extraordinary happy times.
Don was born in Magrath on April 21, 1964. He graduated from Magrath High in 1981. Don earned his degree in Pharmacy at the University of Alberta in 1988 and has worked as a pharmacist in Lethbridge ever since.
Don had a wide circle of friends in the community and was well known as an avid windsurfing, kite boarding, squash, basketball, pingpong and tennis enthusiast. He took great pride in his family, especially his daughters, spending time and playing sports with them as often as he could. Don worked in the Costco pharmacy and was proud to ride his electric bike to and from work almost every day. He lived his life to the fullest, packing every day with sports and activities, especially anything to do with the wind! He had an enthusiastic zest for life that inspired us all.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday March 15, 2012 at SOUTHMINSTER UNITED CHURCH, 1011 - 4 Avenue South, Lethbridge, with Father Tim Boyle, officiating. Cremation will follow the funeral service.
Flowers are gratefully declined. For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Koden are graciously declined.
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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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FARQUHAR
KATHI FARQUHAR, beloved mother, grandmother and sister, of Lethbridge, passed away at the St. Michael’s Palliative Care Centre on Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at the age of 60 years.
A Service of Remembrance will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Bruce Martin officiating.
In memory of Kathi, donations may be made to the Jack Ady Cancer Society, 2A #101, 960-19 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J 1W5 or to the St. Michael’s Palliative Care Centre, 1400-9 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J 4V5.
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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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GOEBELHARDT
MARGARETE (Gretel) GOEBELHARDT of Lethbridge, beloved wife of 62 years to Karl Heinz Goebelhardt passed away on March 11, 2012 at the age of 84 years.
She was born in Germany and moved to Canada in 1955 with her husband and two daughters. She loved her yard and always had fresh flowers in the house. Gretel enjoyed travelling to Hawaii and Germany many times over the years with her husband. She loved her fast cars in her younger years and in her later years she devoted her life to her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her three infant sons.
Besides her loving husband Karl Heinz, Gretel leaves behind her daughters; Brigitte (Hermann) Berke, Donate (Robert) Hodgson, her son Gary (Misty) Goebelhardt, grandchildren; Matthew, Clinton, Joshua, and Sarah Berke, Jennie and Lindsay Marshalsay, John Hodgson, Karl, Steven, Nicole, Brittani, Tavia and Abigail Goebelhardt. She also leaves behind her sister Helene Linke of Germany.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday March 16, 2012 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610- 4 Street South, Lethbridge, with Pastor Jason Anderson, officiating.
After the service there will be a gathering for family and friends at the German Canadian Club, 902 6th Street North, Lethbridge from 2:00 to 4:30 pm. Please stop by as you know how Gretel loved her visits with friends and family.
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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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HENRICKSON
SHIRLEY HENRICKSON of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Maurice Henrickson, passed away after a lengthy illness on March 11, 2012 at the age of 76 years.
Shirley was the fourth child born to John and Alma Lynch on February 22, 1936 in Vulcan, Alberta. She was raised on the farm at Lomond, raised her family there and lived there until November 2008. She was a farm wife who milked cows, fed chickens, slopped the hogs and drove grain truck. Anything she put her mind to doing she could do. She loved to sew and did so all her adult life. Sewing enthusiasts have a saying, "She who dies with the most material, wins." That would be Mom. Shirley volunteered for many community causes over the years with Adult Learning in the Vulcan County.
Besides her loving husband Maurice, of 53 years, Shirley is survived by her daughter Danita (Jerry) Stokes, her grandchildren; Tammy (Ramie) Paskuski, Clayton Stokes, and her great-grandson Hayden Stokes. She is also survived by her sister Yvonne West, and numerous nieces, nephews and their families.
Besides her first husband Dale Root, she was predeceased by her parents John and Alma Lynch, her brother John Burnell Lynch, and sister Joyce Sihlis.
A private family remembrance will be held.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Those who wish, memorial donations may be made to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, 1A129, 960 – 19th Street South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 1W5.
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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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HIND MAN
MARGARET HIND MAN passed away in Cardston surrounded by her family on March 10th, 2012 at the age of 92 years.
A Wake Service will be held at the Cardston Seniors’ Centre, Cardston on Friday, March 16th from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Blood Reserve on Saturday, March 17th at 11:00 a.m. Interment in St. Paul’s Cemetery, Blood Reserve.
Legacy Funeral Homes Ltd.
P.O. Box 208
Cardston, Alberta T0K 0K0
Phone (403) 653-3222
Fax (403) 653-3677
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RENNER
MR. CARL RENNER of Lethbridge passed away at St. Michael’s Palliative Care Centre on Monday, March 12, 2012 at the age of 91 years.
Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be held at 7:00 pm on Friday, March 16, 2012 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4th Street South, Lethbridge, led by Maureen Condon Horon.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 am on Saturday, March 17, 2012 at ST. BASIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 604 13th Street North, Lethbridge, with Father Tim Boyle, celebrant.
Interment at Mountain View Cemetery.
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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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SAWADA
NATSUKO SAWADA, beloved wife of the late Jim Sawada of Raymond, passed away at St. Michael’s Health Centre on Saturday, March 10, 2012 at the age of 86 years.
She is survived by her brothers Takeshi "Ted" (Sue) of Lethbridge, and Isamu "Sam" (Claire) of Toronto, and sisters Toshiko (Gene – deceased) Tanaka of Lethbridge, Mae (Jiro) Sasaki of Taber, Fumiko (John – deceased) Sekiya of Edmonton, and many nieces and nephews.
She is predeceased by her parents, Takejiro and Isa Koyata of Raymond, and brother Shoji (Sets), Minoro (Katie), and Hikoza (Jane).
Natsuko was born in Raymond and attended the one-room Mammoth Public School as a youngster. She had a long career as a health care giver, working in Raymond and for a brief time in Saskatchewan. In her retirement she enjoyed travelling, and went to Japan twice. She also enjoyed pastimes like jigsaw puzzles and card games.
Friends may meet the family on Wednesday evening, March 14 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at CHRISTENSEN SALMON GENERATIONS FUNERAL HOME, 703-13 Street North, Lethbridge.
A private Family Service will be held at a later date.
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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WATERFIELD
IRENE TOMIKO WATERFIELD passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 10, 2012 at the age of 78 years.
Irene is survived by her children: Craig (Marilyn) Waterfield, Merle (Stacey) Waterfield, and Bruce Waterfield. She is also survived by her brother, George (Thelma) Saito and a half-brother, Victor Fukuda, as well as her grandchildren.
Irene was born on April 9, 1933 in Victoria, BC, moving to Alberta in 1942. She attended school in Coaldale, eventually moving to Lethbridge where she worked and raised her family. She cared dearly about all those near to her, including her youngest son Bruce, who remained with her throughout her life.
She also had a love of gardening, and compassion for any stray animals deciding to come her way and join her family.
The family wishes to thank all the caregivers for their compassion and attentive care as well as all those who supported Irene throughout her life.
It was Irene’s wish that no funeral service be held. A viewing will take place on Thursday, March 15, 2012 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at CHRISTENSEN SALMON GENERATIONS FUNERAL HOME, 703-13 Street North, Lethbridge.
In lieu of flowers or koden, memorial donations may be made to the No-Kill Animal Association (NOKA) – 880 Heritage Blvd. W, Suite 132, Lethbridge, AB T1K 7V5.
Christensen Salmon Generations Funeral Home Ltd.
703-13 Street North
Lethbridge, AB T1H 2T2
Phone: (403) 382-3601
Fax: (403) 320-1492
Email:
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WEDGWOOD
MARTHA WEDGWOOD, beloved wife of John Wedgwood, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2012 at the age of 95 years. Martha was born June 14, 1916 on the family homestead at Faith, Alberta. She obtained her Teaching Certification from Normal School in Calgary and at age 19 began her teaching career in a one room log school house at Elkwater Lake, Alberta, teaching grades one to ten. Martha’s teaching career spanned 38 years with various teaching positions throughout southern Alberta. She had a keen interest in Social Studies and participated in the U of L associate teacher training program. She served on a number of committees relating to education, helped develop several teacher’s guides and received recognition from the Alberta Teachers Association for her work in education. Marty was very proud of her pioneer heritage and always looked forward to the numerous family gatherings over the years.
Martha was predeceased by her first husband, John Conner and survived by her son Rodger (Lori) Conner, her granddaughter Kyla (Adam) Conner Driedzic, her grandson Gavin Conner and great grandson Kaden Driedzic. Martha met John Wedgwood in 1973 while travelling in Europe and they married in 1974 and honeymooned in Scandinavia. They continued to travel regularly to Europe for many years following their wedding. In addition to being survived by her husband, she is survived by John’s son John (Alyson) Wedgwood, grandchildren Vanessa, Robin, Chris and Sean and great grandchildren Spencer and Sabrina. Martha was predeceased by her eight brothers and sisters and survived by many nieces and nephews.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 am, on Friday, March 16, 2012 at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405 - 12th Avenue South, Lethbridge, with Father John Kohler, celebrant.
Interment at Mountain View Cemetery.
Thank you to the doctors, nurses and caregivers of Unit 4C at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital, to all the caregivers at Park Meadows Village and to the friends and staff of Sunrise Village for the love and care they provided during Martha’s stay with them. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to a charity of choice.
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
YLMA
MRS. MARY YLMA, beloved wife of the late Mr. Henry Ylma, passed away on Thursday, March 8, 2012 at the Bow Island Health Centre at the age of 85 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00pm on Thursday, March 15, 2012 at the FOREMOST COMMUNITY HALL, with Pastor Mac de Waal officiating.
Memorial Donations may be made in Mary’s name to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Box 2211 Lethbridge, AB T1J 4K7.
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