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Thursday July 17, 2014


By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on July 17, 2014.

EILEEN ANDERSON
1911 ~ 2014
Mrs. Eileen Anderson passed away in Coaldale on July Wednesday 16, 2014 at the age of 102 years.
Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.
Send condolences at
http://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
http://www.mbfunerals.com

EVANS, Yvonne P.
December 23, 1926
– July 13, 2014
Yvonne Evans passed away on July 13, 2014 at age 87, at the Claresholm Hospital. She is survived by her
beloved husband Howard; her sons Michael Pescod of Duncan, B.C. and Steve Pescod of Victoria, B.C.; her
daughter Linda Gill of Bella Bella, B.C.; she is also survived by her 9 grandchildren and 18 great-
grandchildren; her twin sisters Diane of Germany and her sister Rosalind of England. She was predeceased
by her sisters Jean and Pauline of England, as well as her first husband Ernie Pescod in 1993.
Yvonne was born in England on December 23, 1926 and married Ernie Pescod May 19, 1945. She came to Canada
as a war bride in 1947. She married Howard Evans on August 11, 2007 and they have resided in the
Cottonwood Village in Claresholm, Alberta since 2013. Yvonne was an avid bridge player, loved to bake and
was always beautifully dressed.
A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, July 17, 2014 at Leyden’s Funeral Home at 2:00 pm with
Pastor Tony Warriner officiating.
Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting http://www.leydens.com. Arrangements entrusted to
LEYDEN’S FUNERAL HOME, Claresholm. Tel: 403-625-3212.

HAYKO
1934 – 2014
EDWARD HAYKO, beloved husband of Joyce Hayko, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday July
11, 2014 at the age of 79 years.
Ed was born on November 15, 1934 in Bengough, Saskatchewan, and spent his childhood in Viceroy. Ed is
survived by his wife, Joyce; his children Deanna Hayko, Connie (Dave) Hasley and Lois (Cam) Van Roon;
grandchildren, Jenna, Josh, Cody, Carter and Amy; his sister Katherine (Steve) Meszaros. Also left to
mourn his loss are Elaine (Melvin) Halvorson, Ronald (Linda) Einarson, Mavis (Alvin) Halvorson; as well
as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Matt & Lena Hayko and his parents-in-law
Eyill & Christine Einarson; brother-in-law Arlin Einarson and sister-in-law Elsie.
Ed finished his secondary schooling in Saskatoon, where he began his career in accounting and met his
wife Joyce. Ed had a sense of adventure which led him to work and live, with his family, in Northern
Manitoba for years before eventually moving to an acreage outside of Winnipeg. Ed loved people, and many
Sunday afternoons following church were spent visiting family and friends around the dining room table.
He was an active member of the Baptist church, where he enjoyed serving in various capacities.
Ed faced Parkinson’s with patience and dignity, even the difficult days with optimism and strength.
Ed was dearly loved by his family and friends and we are so thankful for the years he was with us.
A special thank you to the staff of Edith Cavell Care Centre for the loving care in his last days on
earth and to the LRH Emergency staff.
A private family graveside will be held at Mountain View Cemetery.
A Service of Remembrance will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South,
Lethbridge, AB on Saturday, July 19, 2014 at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Dave Acree officiating.
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
care@cornerstonefh.ca

MONPLAISIR
OSCAR WILLIAM MONPLAISIR, beloved husband of Emily Monplaisir of Lethbridge, passed away at the St.
Michael’s Palliative Care Centre on Tuesday, July 15, 2014 at the age of 83 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
Toll Free ~ 1-(888)-381-7778
care@cornerstonefh.ca

QUINTON
THELMA QUINTON, beloved wife of the late Dean Woolf Quinton, passed away in Lethbridge on Wednesday, July
16th, 2014 at the age of 86 years.
Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.
Email your condolences to: legacyfh@telus.net
Legacy Funeral Homes Ltd.
P.O. Box 208
Cardston, Alberta T0K 0K0
Phone (403) 653-3222
Fax (403) 653-3677
legacyfh@telus.net

ROBERT GLEN TOOMER
October 3, 1930 – July 14, 2014
Passed away peacefully, on Monday, July 14, 2014 at Chinook Regional Hospital at the age of 83.
Beloved husband of Mary Camilla Toomer, (nee Aiken), loving father of Lillian (Trent) Ober of Readymade,
Michael (Barbara) Demers of Lethbridge, Robert Toomer of Saskatoon and Glen (Karen) Toomer of Saskatoon.
He was the proud grandfather of Jillian, David, Jessica, Amanda, Lindsay (Keith), Michael (Stacey), Tara
(Nelson), proud great grand-father of 13 great grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his wife Camilla, his parents Clarence and Florence, his brother Ted and his
beloved Pooh Bear.
Robert was born on October 3, 1930 in Chatham, Ontario. Robert was the eldest of three children. He had
worked at J. Anderson Smith Company in Newcastle and Allen Cable Reel in Bowmanville. Robert met Camilla
in Toronto and married in 1983, the same year they relocated to Alberta, where he worked for the
Lethbridge Handi-Bus Association. Robert enjoyed the Blue Jays, spending time camping and golfing at
Indian Hill Golf Club.
A special thank you to the staff at Legacy Lodge and Chinook Regional Hospital for the great care they
provided to Robert.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories,
http://www.alzheimer.ab.ca/HowtoHelp/Donate.aspx, or a charity of your choice.
Family and friends are invited to visit for a Celebration of Life at 1 pm on Saturday July 19, 2014 at
the Ober Family residence: East on Jail Road all the way to the end (past Readymade), Left on the Range
Road, Last house on the left side.
Christensen Salmon Generations Funeral Home Ltd.
703-13 Street North
Lethbridge, AB   T1H 2T2
Phone: (403) 382-3601
Fax: (403) 320-1492
Email:  condolences@generationsfh.ca
Sign guest book:  http://www.generationsfh.ca

ROLLINGSON
MAYDA ROLLINGSON, beloved wife of 30 years to Len Rollingson of Taber, passed away at the Taber Health
Centre on Wednesday, July 16, 2014 at the age of 54 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
Toll Free ~ 1-(888)-381-7778
care@cornerstonefh.ca

RONALD HALL
JULY 21, 1937 ~ JULY 14, 2014
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald T. Hall at the age of 76 years.
Ron was born in Canton, China and immigrated to Canada in 1953. He leaves his wife of 50 years Mei, his
son Dr. Paul (Denise) Hall, grandchildren Nicole and Nathan; his daughter Dr. Pauline Hall (Dr. George
Liu) and grandson Brendan.
Ron operated many successful businesses including Ron’s Grocery, Hall Coin Wash, Hong Kong Gardens, and
Castle Apartments. During this time he had the pleasure of creating many lifelong friendships. He spent
many enjoyable summers creating great family memories at his place that he built on Duck Lake, Montana.
In the fall he looked forward to hunting ducks and pheasants and just being outdoors. Ron loved
travelling, enjoying many cruises and seeing the world with his family.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, July 19, 2014 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL,
610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge. **please note, due to construction access to Martin Brothers Funeral
Chapels has been limited to 6th Avenue via Scenic Drive.
Send condolences at
http://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
http://www.mbfunerals.com

STRETTON, Beverley Anne
October 29, 1933 –
June 14, 2014
Beverley Anne Stretton (nee Allen) born October 29, 1933 passed away peacefully in her sleep July 14,
2014 in Calgary at the age of 80 years. The family is relieved that our merciful God has released her
from the pain and struggle of the last few years. Bev was born and raised in Lethbridge, Alberta. Bev was
predeceased by her husband Herbert William Stretton in 1985. She was also predeceased by her partner
Harry Hudson in 1998. Bev will be lovingly remembered by her son Allen (Jennifer) Stretton, daughter Barb
(Harry) Last and her grandchildren Bradford (Liza) Stretton, Nicole Stretton, Melissa Stretton,
Kristopher Stretton, Debbie Dankel, Julie Hardin and Robert Last. Bev is also survived by 9 great
grandchildren including her recently arrived great grandson Gabriel Stretton. Bev will also be remembered
by Tom Hudson, Roy Hudson, Douglas Hudson, and Doug’s son Michael. A celebration of Bev’s life will be
held at St. Peter’s Anglican Church in Okotoks on Saturday, July 19, 2014 at 1pm. Donations can be made
to the Canadian Cancer Society of Alberta or to the Alberta Foster Parent Association 9750 – 35 Avenue
Edmonton, AB T6E 6J6. To email condolences, please visit http://www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements in care of SNODGRASS FUNERAL HOMES Ltd. Okotoks 403-938-3111.

WALTER SAMEK
1933 ~ 2014
Mr. Walter Samek, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Josie Samek, passed away in Lethbridge on July 15,
2014 at the age 81 years.
Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.
Send condolences at
http://www.mbfunerals.com.
Martin Bros. Funeral Chapels Ltd.
10 – 4 Street South
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P3
Phone: (403)328-2361  Fax: (403)382-3623
Toll Free: 1-800-382-2901
http://www.mbfunerals.com

WEST
Our family wish to announce the death of our older brother GLENROY LAWRENCE WEST, resident of Lee Crest
Cardston. After a traumatic experience, he was seen driving his El Camino through the Pearly Gates on 14
July, 2014.
He is survived by brothers Bob (Edmonton) and Bus (Lethbridge); sisters Kathy Beck (Magrath) and Donna
(Alvin) Tietz (Lethbridge); numerous nieces and nephews,
He was predeceased by his parents Vernon Lawrence West and Mary Olyve Brunsdale West; a brother-in-law
Ron Beck and a sister-in-law Laura West.
Glenroy grew up on the ranch and attended school in Mountain View. He attended university in Calgary and
served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the California Mission. He
enjoyed many sports and dancing was a passion of his. He enjoyed meeting and talking to people of any
race or ethnicity and, like Nathaniel of old, he was a man without guile. He will be sorely missed by all
who knew him.
Friends may meet the family at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston, Alberta on Friday, July 18th, 2014 from
10:00 to 10:30 a.m. A Graveside Service to follow in Mountain View, Alberta at 11:00 a.m.
Email your condolences to: legacyfh@telus.net
Legacy Funeral Homes Ltd.
P.O. Box 208
Cardston, Alberta T0K 0K0
Phone (403) 653-3222
Fax (403) 653-3677
legacyfh@telus.net

Marie Feldbusch
1944 – 2014
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our mom, Maria Feldbusch, in Taber on Sunday,
July 13, 2014 at the age of 69 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue,
Taber on Thursday, July 17, 2014 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
A private burial service will be held at the Vauxhall Cemetery prior to the service on Friday, July 18,
2014.
The Service will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, 217 – 5 Street North, Vauxhall on Friday, July 18,
2014 at 2:00 P.M. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com
<http://www.southlandfuneral.com&gt; .
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Marie¹s name be made directly to the Taber and District Health
Foundation, 4326 – 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1N9 or to St. Michael’s Health Centre, Palliative Care
Unit, 1400 – 9 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4V5.  
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

Pete Peters
1925 – 2014
Peter Peters, beloved husband of Susan Peters, passed away in Taber on Wednesday, July 16, 2014 at the
age of 89 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue,
Taber on Friday, July 18, 2014 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 Saturday, July 19,
2014 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Mokwadi Paymann T’dere Basele, officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber
Memorial Garden. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com
<http://www.southlandfuneral.com&gt; .
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.  

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