ANDERSON
RANDALL BLAKE ANDERSON of Lethbridge Alberta, passed away suddenly at age 61. He was a loving father and grandfather of Crystal Anderson and Richard Cote, Hunter and Mikayla; Lindsay and Gordon Osmond, Nathaniel and Keegan; Shannon and Denise Anderson; Cam and Beckie Codd, Kiah, Max, Coleman, Ruby, Chloe; Jennifer Smith and Gary Visser, Brayden; David Codd.
He was survived by his sisters Colleen Clyde (Robert), Myrna Storlein and his sister-in-law Jane Anderson. He was pre-deceased by his parents Wayne Anderson and Araminta Anderson-Earl as well as his brother Phillip Anderson.
The funeral service will be held on Friday November 23, 2012 at 10:00am at Lethbridge Stake Center, 2401 28st south, 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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ARIKADO
With great sadness we announce the passing of Mitsutoshi (Mits) Arikado at age 87 on Nov 17, 2012.
He is survived by his longtime friend and partner Pat Morrow; his children Lyn, Bev, Rick, Gayle and Mitzi; his grandchildren Tammy and Lucas; and his great-grandaughters Bailey, Paige, Faith and Paris.
His family would like to thank Pat and close friends Betty and Lyle Lambert for their love, kindness and support over the years.
Mits will be greatly missed by all those he knew through the Royal Canadian Legion, the Korea Veterans Association and by his many friends.
A Memorial Service will be held at the Lethbridge Legion Branch #4 (north entrance) on Wednesday Nov. 21, 2012, at 1 p.m.
Evergreen Cremation Services
327 - 10 Street South
Lethbridge, Alberta
Phone: (403) 329-4934
Send condolences: www.evergreenfh.ca




BRUISED HEAD
Shirley Ann Scott-Bruised Head (Sacred Hill Woman "Naatoyiitomakii") of the Piikani Nation passed away after a lengthy illness on November 17, 2012, at the age of 61 years. Shirley and her twin sister Barbara were born on the Peigan reserve February 19, 1951 to Irene and Joe Scott. Shirley was raised on a ranch with her parents and siblings, for a number of years. Unfortunately, after the passing of both her parents, the children were separated. Shirley and Barbara were sent to Sacred Heart Boarding School for two years, and then went to live with their uncle Riel in Siksika for the next four years. Thereafter, they resided in Edmonton and attended St. Joseph Composite High School. Over the next few years, she would meet the love of her life, Norbert Bruised Head on the Blood Reserve. They were married from 1968-1981 and together would be blessed with three children, Clyde, Ian and Leslie. She supported her husband Norbert with his rodeo career throughout the United States and Canada.
Shirley worked as a Native Counselor in the city of Lethbridge for Native Counseling Services, and then she was hired as an Education Officer at the Head Smashed-In Buffalo Jump Interpretive Centre. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts and Science degree with a major in English from the University of Lethbridge.
Shirley was very proud of her native spirituality, but also respected all other beliefs. She was actively involved with sacred ceremonies, a pipe owner herself, she was proud to assist with the beaver bundle ceremony as well. She later obtained her Master’s in Education Administration, and was published in many publications too numerous to mention.
She was a devout wife and mother and supported her family whole heartedly. Shirley could be found at every function that her children and grandchildren were involved in, from hockey, rodeo, ballet, basketball, volleyball, track and field, lacrosse, rugby, ringette, baseball and football.
Shirley will forever be remembered by her children; Clyde (Sonny) Bruised Head (Jolene); Ian Bruised Head (Samantha); Rollanda, Victoria (Jeremiah); her grandchildren Riel, Sunny-Dawn, Clyde Jr, Alisa, Tennessee, Leslie Elizabeth, Kariya, Kailey-Dawn, Pepper, Raine, Quidel, Tori, Tre, and Tailyn; her twin sister Barbara (Joe), Helen, Wesley (Lana), Kerry (Lynette) Charlie, Casey (Lydia), George Jr.(Toni) and Husky (Linda), as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Shirley was predeceased by her parents Irene and Joe Scott, her daughter Leslie-Dawn, sisters Margaret, Dorothy and two nephews; her brother Jesse; her aunt Cecilia; sister in-law Veronica; niece Elizabeth, great niece Amanda Joy, and great nephew Stephen Joseph. The families wishes to apologize for any names we didn’t mention, but there are too many people to mention.
Shirley displayed strength, determination, patience, humbleness, modesty and humor despite having experienced many tragedies and illness during her lifetime. It was Shirley’s request that she be cremated and the family has respected her wishes. She will be greatly missed by all that knew her.
The Celebration of Shirley’s life will begin and take place on Wednesday, November 21, beginning at 4:00-11:00P.M., for viewing at EDEN’S FUNERAL HOME, 2424-5th Ave., Fort Macleod, AB. The Funeral Service will commence on Friday, November 23, 2012 at 1:00P.M., at the PIIKANI COMMUNITY HALL, Brocket, AB, with a meal to follow.
Eden's Funeral Home and Crematorium
2424 - 5 Avenue
Fort Macleod, AB
Phone: 403-553-3772
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www.edensfuneralhome.com



DOENZ
MR. BRUCE DOENZ of Warner, beloved husband of Mrs. Laura-Marie Doenz, passed away on Monday, November 19, 2012 at the age of 60 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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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.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects between 7:00pm and 8:30pm on Friday, November 23, 2012 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, November 24, 2012 at the COALDALE MENNONITE CHURCH, 2316 – 17 Street, Coaldale, with Reverend Gerald Klassen and Pastor Lillian Thompson, officiating.
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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GURNEY
PEGGY LEE ALWARD GURNEY, beloved wife of Shayne Gurney of Magrath, passed away on Monday, November 19th, 2012 in Lethbridge, Alberta at the age of 58 years.
Friends may meet the family at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Welling Chapel, Welling, Alberta on Friday, November 23rd, 2012 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. or from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the Service.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Welling Chapel, Welling on Saturday, November 24th, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. Interment in the Magrath Cemetery.
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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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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.



In loving memory
DONALD FILAFILO
(1934-2012)
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Mr. Donald Dante Filafilo of Coleman, Alberta who was called home by the Lord on November 12, 2012 at the Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge at the age of 78 years.
Left to mourn his passing and celebrate his life include his beloved wife, Irene Filafilo of Coleman; his loving children, Rick (Barb) Filafilo of Calgary and Cindy (Roger) Tremblay of Coleman; his precious grandchildren, Lexie (Wayne) Filafilo-Kinjo, Heather (Jeff Stauffer) Filafilo, Analie (Ryan Ramage) Tremblay and Jay (Cassidy Zeller) Tremblay; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family; and his many friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Dante and Violet Filafilo and his brother Edward.
The Memorial Service celebrating Donald’s life will be held on Saturday, November 24, 2012 at 2:30 pm at the Elk’s Hall (2025-129 St) in Blairmore. Special tributes will be provided by members of the family, the Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks, and his many friends.
Donations would be gratefully accepted in Donald’s memory to S.T.A.R.S. Air Ambulance, CNP Health Fdn, "Greatest Needs" program, or to the Elk’s & Royal Purple Fund for Children. Further information and condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca.
Fantin's Funeral Chapel entrusted with arrangements. (403) 562-8555.



JUCKER, KATHERINA
It is with deep sadness that the family of Katherina Jucker announces her passing at the age of 89 years on November 18, 2012 in Edmonton, Alberta. Katherina will be lovingly remembered by her son Erwin Granson (Dawn), her daughters Ida Gron and Elfrieda (Manuel) Syskakis all of Spruce Grove, Arlene (Richard) Kluss of Edmonton and Doris Shannon of Victoria, B.C. Also left behind to mourn are her grandchildren: Leroy, Debbie, Donna, Sonia, Vince, Matthew, Anthony, Steven, Trina, Stephanie and Patrick; sixteen great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.
Katherina was predeceased by her husband Ferdinand and her grandson Bryce.
Katherina was born in Josefstal, Ukraine and immigrated to Canada in 1953 making her home in the Lethbridge area. She moved to Edmonton in 1970 and lived in Spruce Grove for the past fourteen years.
Funeral Services will be held Friday, November 23, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church, Spruce Grove with Reverend Michael MacIntyre officiating. Interment will follow in the Church Cemtery.
Should friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Heat & Stroke Foundation of Alberta 10985-124 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta T5M 0H9. Serenity Funeral Service, Spruce Grove (780) 962-2749



LAWSON
MR. WILLIAM “BILL” LAWSON, beloved husband of 60 years to Mrs. Eileen Lawson of Lethbridge passed into eternity at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, November 19, 2012 at the age of 93 years. “Absent from the body, but present with the Lord” (2Cor. 5:8)
Besides his loving wife, Bill is survived by four sons; Ian (Connie) Lawson of Lethbridge, Andrew Lawson of Edmonton, Paul Lawson of Cranbrook, BC and Stephen (Lesley) Lawson of Abbotsford, BC; 14 grandchildren, Adam (Krista), Rebekah (Dwaine) Giesbrecht, Benjamin (Kristen), Rachel (Ryan) Buhr, Ruth Ann, Josiah, Aaron, Zachary, Hannah, Chelsea, Michelle, Kristy (Arin) Kuik, Julie and Carey Lawson as well as 10 great grandchildren.
He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews in Scotland, Ireland and Australia.
He was predeceased by his parents, James & Elizabeth, one sister Isa, two brothers Alex and James Lawson and one great grandson Liam.
Bill was born in Abernyte, Scotland on August 22, 1919. He attended school till grade 10 and then began farming with his family. Bill met Eileen and they were married May 29, 1952. They immigrated to Canada (Ontario), May 1956 and Bill began training as a nursing orderly. They then moved to Calgary in 1977 and finished his career in the Burn Unit of the Foothills Hospital. They finally moved to Lethbridge where Bill resided till his passing. Bill’s life was changed in 1938 when he placed his trust in Jesus Christ. His faith was simple and rich. He was a man marked by his prayer life, praying for each family member, his church families and a host of missionaries around the world. He was a loving, caring and gentle man who will be sadly missed.
A Memorial Service will be held at the EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH, Highway #4, just East of the 43rd Street Intersection, on Friday, November 23, 2012 at 2:00 P.M..
A Private viewing and graveside service will be held prior to the service.
If friends so desire, flowers are gratefully declined and memorial donations may be made to the The Gideons, Box 3619, Stn Main, Guelph, ON, N1H 9Z9 or to the Southern Alberta Bible Camp, Box 99, Lomond, AB T0L 1G0.
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.



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.
A private family service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel on
Friday, November 23, 2012. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our
website at www.southlandfuneral.com.
Besides Patti, his loving wife of forty four years, Tony is survived by his
sister Carol Schmidt of Calgary, brother Vince (Jan) Meier of Vauxhall,
brother Jack (Vivian) Meier of Okotoks, sister Eva (David) Kress of Taber,
brother-in-law Michael Dawson of Cardston and by numerous nieces, nephews,
cousins and many friends, both young and old.
He was predeceased by his sister Helen Meier and brother-in-law Ron
Schmidt.
Tony was born April 2, 1937 near Prelate, Saskatchewan. At an early age,
Tony, his parents Anton and Mary and three of his five siblings moved to the
Taber area. There the family worked the beet fields and built a home. While
in Taber, Tony worked for Ted Allen and later drove gravel truck for
construction in the Travers area. They family eventually moved south to Hays
where they purchased a farm. Tony found work with the P.F.R.A. He purchased
parcel 259 and farmed for about three years before selling his land to Abe
Unruh.
He married Patti Dawson in Waterton in July 1968 and made Taber their home
before moving to the Hays town site in 1973. In 1979 Tony formed his own
company of Grand Forks Oilfield Contracting Ltd. and over the years employed
a good number of men. For several years he was a member of the Vauxhall
Oilmen’s and enjoyed golfing and curling until failing health brought active
participation in these sports to an end. Tony continued to enjoy watching
all his favorite sports on television.
In 1991 he and Patti purchased an acreage in the Grantham area just east of
Vauxhall where they were still residing at the time of his passing. In
October 1994 after more than twenty five years in the oil patch industry,
Tony retired. This gave him the opportunity to devote more time to acreage
work and to his shop (known as the mans domain) where if he wasn’t fixing
something he was “inventing” or creating woodwork projects of various kinds.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Tony’s name may be made directly
to the Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 47 Squire Bakers Lane,
Markham, Ontario L3P 3G8 (www.canadianpulmonaryfibrosis.ca/donate) or to the
charity of one’s personal choosing.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403)
223-8778. 



PAVAN
MURRAY JOSEPH PAVAN of Lethbridge, beloved spouse of Rosalind (Roz), passed away peacefully at St. Michael’s Palliative Care Centre on November 19, 2012 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 62.
Murray was born April 27, 1950 in Lethbridge to Louis and Elizabeth Pavan. He attended school, starting at Sunnyside, R.I. Baker, then Kate Andrews, with time at Olds College, University of Lethbridge, and Lethbridge Community College. Murray was part of the venerable Pavan Dairy and farmed north of Lethbridge for many years before opening a farm equipment assembly business. He recently retired, to golf, travel and let the wind blow past him on motorcycling adventures.
Murray married Rosalind in 1975 and both welcomed a daughter McKinley in 1977 and later a son Marc in 1980. He will be greatly missed by his wife Roz, his children McKinley (Chuck) and Marc (Leslie), grandchildren, mother, sisters Jean Anne (Ted), Marie and Audrey (Ron) and numerous cousins. He was predeceased by his father Louis. He will be fondly remembered for his sense of humor, his work ethic, his strong sense of family and a large circle of friends.
A memorial to celebrate Murray’s life will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, November 23, 2012 at the ITALIAN CANADIAN CULTURAL CENTRE, 1511, St. Edward Blvd North, Lethbridge. A meal will follow the celebration.
Memorial Donations to, "The Cure Crew" via Charles McTighe at The Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer. Visit www.conquercancer.ca (Alberta) and click on donate at the bottom of the page.
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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ROMERIL
SUSAN (PETERSON) ROMERIL, beloved wife of Fred Romeril, passed away in Lethbridge on Monday, November 19, 2012 at the age of 59 years.
Friends may meet with the family on Thursday, November 22, 2012 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, STIRLING CHAPEL, Stirling, Alberta and prior to the funeral service on Friday from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m.
The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, November 23, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at the LDS – STIRLING CHAPEL. Interment to follow in the Stirling 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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SHARDLOW
Passed away on Sunday, November 11, 2012, MRS. JOSEPHINE SHARDLOW, at the age of 84 years, beloved wife of the late James Shardlow.
Josephine is survived by nine children: Harry (Christine) Shardlow, Phyllis Baskin, Edward (Lesley) Shardlow, David (Judy) Shardlow, Josephine (Blair) Meech, Richard (Vivian) Shardlow, Evelyn (Rick) Moman, Joy (Terry) Fox, Tom (Cherie) Shardlow; one brother Lawrence Kultgen; 31 grandchildren, and 38 great grandchildren.
Josephine was predeceased by her parents Sebastian and Clara Kultgen, sister Pauline Sturtevant, brother Joseph Kultgen, son-in-law Randy Baskin, son-in-law Lorne Walowetz, and great grandson James Fox.
At Josephine’s request, there will be no funeral service. No flowers by request.
Friends may meet the family on Friday, November 23, 2012 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Parkbridge Estates, 2927-29 Street South, 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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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.
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



WEISENSEL, Mathias Leo
April 5, 1930 – November 17, 2012
Mathias Leo Weisensel was born on April 5, 1930 in Cudworth, Saskatchewan to Thomas and Gertrude Weisensel. He passed away peacefully at the Claresholm General Hospital, at the age of 82, on Saturday, November 17, 2012.
Mathias leaves behind to mourn, his children, Ray Weisensel, Glen (Jean) Weisensel and Randy (Cathy) Weisensel; and his grandchildren, Nicole (Damon Larkin) Weisensel, and Ryan Weisensel. Also left to mourn are his step-children, Sharon (Dale Stewart- Deceased) Stewart, and Wayne (Lydia) Vadnais; his step-grandchildren, Heather (Tony) Penner and Sherry (Mike) Anderson, as well as, Daryl Vadnais, and Cindy Vadnais; his brothers, Harold (Matilda) Weisensel, Ralph Weisensel, and Leo (Joan) Weisensel; his step-brother Ron (Rosa) Weisensel, his sisters-in-law, Ann Weisensel and Marion Weisensel; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mathias was predeceased by his wife Nellie Weisensel (nee Vadnais); his parents, Thomas and Gertrude Weisensel; as well as his brothers, Edward Weisensel, Herbert Weisensel and Francis (Irene) Weisensel.
Mathias worked as a Steam Engineer for thirty-four years. He enjoyed positions at the Claresholm Care Centre, as well as Empress Foods in Lethbridge. He willingly retired in 1993, and resided in Lethbridge until 2007, at which time he moved to Claresholm, where he spent five years at Parkside Manor.
Mathias was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend. In his younger years, Mathias enjoyed his time playing with the Jolly Roger Hotel fast ball team. Following his time as a fast ball player, he went onto gain much respect as an umpire.
In his spare time he enjoyed Bartending at the Jolly Roger Hotel as well as the Bell Hotel, and spending time with his family and friends. He also enjoyed going back to Manitoba where he spent many years fishing with his brothers.
The family wishes to recognize the loving care he received from the staff at the Claresholm General Hospital, and Claresholm Community Health Centre - Home Care Services.
A celebration of Matt's life will be held at LEYDEN’S CHAPEL OF REMEMBRANCE (4079 1st Street West) on Friday, November 23, 2012 at 2:00 P.M. Reception and Luncheon to follow at Christ the King Catholic Church Hall (344 - 50th Ave West). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Claresholm Health Foundation.
Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.leydens.com. Arrangements entrusted to LEYDEN’S FUNERAL HOME, Claresholm. Tel: 403-625-3212.