Friday December 20, 2013

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on December 20, 2013.

CHIEF MOON
(Anaatsinokaomitakii)
MRS. MILDRED CHIEF MOON, beloved wife of John Chief Moon Sr. Mildred was born on January 8, 1938, passed
away on Tuesday December 17, 2013 surrounded by her loved ones at the Chinook Regional Hospital. Mildred
was 75 years old at the time of her passing,
A Wake Service will be held at the Cardston Senior Center (260 1st Street West) on Sunday, December 22nd,
2013 from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Glenwood L.D.S.Church on Monday, December 23rd at 11:00 a.m.
Legacy Funeral Homes Ltd.
P.O. Box 208
Cardston, Alberta T0K 0K0
Phone (403) 653-3222
Fax (403) 653-3677
legacyfh@telus.net

DUNN
FAY ARLENE DUNN passed away peacefully at the age of 85 years on Sunday, December 15, 2013 at St.
Michael’s Palliative Care Centre, Lethbridge.
She leaves her beloved family: husband Harold; son Duane, and daughter Mona Scott; sister Betty Cleland;
and all the family and friends who were so generous with their time, food, flowers, good wishes and love.
She was predeceased by her mother and father Murle and Bessie Dawson, and infant daughter Deborah Jean
Dunn.
Fay loved to bake, sew, and tend her yard and flower beds. She also enjoyed camping, ice fishing, and
dancing.
Inurnment will be held at Mountain View Cemetery, Lethbridge, prior to the memorial service at 1:00 p.m.
on December 21.
A Memorial Service will be held at CHRISTENSEN SALMON GENERATIONS FUNERAL HOME, 703-13 Street North,
Lethbridge on Saturday, December 21, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Aldeen McKay officiating.
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

HANNA COX
1949 ~ 2013
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of my dear wife & our dear mom, Hanna Cox, on
Saturday, December 14, 2013 at St. Michael’s Palliative Care Unit, at the age of 64 years, with her
family by her side.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects between 12:30pm- 1:00pm on Saturday, December 21,
2013 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4th Street South, Lethbridge; a Funeral Service will follow
at 1:00pm, with Reverend Glenda Wert officiating.
Those who wish may make a memorial donation in Hanna’s name to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317-10 Street
South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 2T4 or to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 724 13 Street North, Lethbridge,
Alberta T1H 2T1.
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

HANNAH WEBBER
On Sunday, December 15, 2013 Hannah Webber passed away at the age of 71 years. Hannah is lovingly
survived by her two daughters: Sharmon (Allan) of Cold Lake, AB, Gaylyn (Kacper) of Cherry Grove, AB; six
grand children: Haylee (Derick), Ashlee, Kaytlyn, Teagan, Jordyn, Ryan; great-grandchild: Dominic; three
sisters: Edith Vickers of Regina, SK, Frieda Crawford of Regina, SK, Elma Belter of Lethbridge, AB; two
sisters-in-law: Elsie Harder of Herbert, SK, Rose Harder of Herbert, SK; as well as numerous nieces,
nephews, cousins and other relatives. Hannah was predeceased by her parents: Johan & Margaretha Harder;
children’s father: Norman Webber; seven siblings: John Harder, Margaret Wiebe, Abe Harder, Agatha
Solberg, Cornelius Harder, Jake Harder, George Harder; sister-in-law: Sarah Harder; two brothers-in-law:
Bill Wiebe, & Nels Solberg.
Graveside Service, Saturday, December 21, 2013 at 2:30 p.m., Mountain View Cemetery, 1210 Scenic Drive
South, Lethbridge, AB. Luncheon to follow at the Lethbridge Lodge Hotel, 320 Scenic Drive, Lethbridge, AB
In lieu of flowers memorial tributes in memory of Hannah may be sent to the Heart and Stroke Foundation
of Alberta, NWT & Nunavut, 10985-124 ST NW, Edmonton, AB, T5M 0H9.
Your condolences may be sent through our website at
http://www.mementofuneralchapel.com.
ARRANGEMENTS WERE IN CARE OF MEMENTO FUNERAL CHAPEL, COLD LAKE 866-594-3113.
The Thackeray Family ~
A Tradition of Trust since 1975

JACK FOWLER
Jack Fowler of Fort Macleod, beloved husband of Clara Fowler, father of Karen Charlton and Bruce Fowler
passed away on December 16, 2013 at the age of 80 years.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 P.M., on Monday December 23, 2013 at EDEN’S FUNERAL HOME 2424-5th
Ave., Fort Macleod, AB, with Jack Cullen, Officiating. Luncheon to follow at Eden’s Funeral Home.
Memorial Donations may be made in Jack’s name to the Heart and Stroke Foundation P.O. Box 2211
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4K7.
Eden’s Funeral Home and Crematorium
2424 – 5 Avenue
Fort Macleod, AB
Phone: 403-553-3772
Email: condolences@edensfuneralhome.com
http://www.edensfuneralhome.com

JOSEPH “GEORGE” WILLIAM
1930 ~ 2013
Mr. Joseph “George” Williams, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Charlotte Williams, passed away at St.
Michael’s Palliative Care on Thursday, December 19, 2013 at the age of 83 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

KENDALL
Struggling from a long illness, Richard’s life journey ended on December 18th. Passionate about trucks
from early childhood, driving transport became his career achieving many safety awards. He loved playing
hockey, fishing and watching sports.
Richard is survived by his two sons, Jerry and Randy. Sisters LaVonne Kendall and Gayle Schnitzer,
brother Monte, nephews Mitch, Dean, Todd, Jason Schnitzer and niece Lara Foresberg.
Richard was pre-deceased by his mother Sally Bent, Father Henry Kendall, brother Duaine, and nephew
Barkley.
A gathering will be held at CHRISTENSEN SALMON GENERATIONS FUNERAL HOME at 703-13 Street North,
Lethbridge on December 23rd at 5:30 p.m. Relatives & friends may e-mail their condolences to
condolences@generationsfh.ca
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

LANG, Bella May (nee Suey)
April 22, 1920 – Calgary, AB December 17, 2013 – Calgary, AB
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Bella in Calgary on Tuesday, December 17, 2013 at the
age of 93 years.
Bella was born in Calgary and raised in Consort, AB. Upon her marriage to Walter T. Lang in 1941, she and
Walt lived in Picture Butte and then later in Lethbridge, AB. She worked for many years as a giftware
buyer and supervisor, and prior to her retirement, Bella was a director and shareholder of Kozy Kitchen
Ltd. in Lethbridge. Bella loved to swim and crochet, and some of us were lucky enough to receive a
colourful hand made Bella Lang afghan.
Bella is survived by her sister Valeen (Tiny) Pon; brother Harry Suey and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was pre-deceased by Walt (1965) and three of her siblings, Bill Suey, Kae Chow and Vivian Templeton.
A Celebration of Bella’s life will be held in the spring.
In living memory of Bella Lang, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS &
HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH, Telephone: 1-800-661-1599

MILDRED HARDY
1916 – 2013
Our loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, MILDRED MAY LITCHFIELD HARDY, passed away
at the age of 97 on Thursday, December 12, 2013.
She was born in Raymond, Alberta to Floyd and Ethel Larson Litchfield on August 4, 1916. She married
Lyman Clark Hardy on November 11, 1937 in the Cardston Alberta Temple, celebrating their 76th anniversary
last month. Most of her married life was lived in Stirling, Alberta. She lived the last five years in
couple suites of the Good Samaritan’s assisted living in Magrath and Raymond and was so grateful for the
kindnesses and care given to Lyman.
Mildred was a wonderful wife, a caring and devoted mother to four sons: Clark, Reid, Max and David and
three daughters: Elaine Fletcher, Janice Ellingson and Barbara Kovac, and loving grandmother to 59
grandchildren, 183 great grandchildren and 6 great great grandchildren.
Her life had meaning and purpose and she served her family, community and church with dedication, was
committed to her work opportunities, and loved cooking, sewing, quilting, gardening, and reading. She
will be forever remembered and loved.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, December 21, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the STIRLING CHAPEL of The
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Friends may meet the family prior to services from 9:30 –
10:45 a.m.
Interment to follow at 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
Email:  condolences@generationsfh.ca
Sign guest book:  http://www.generationsfh.ca

ROBINSON
HAROLD JOHN ROBINSON, beloved husband of Lucille Robinson, passed away in Lethbridge on Thursday,
December 19, 2013 at the age of 93 years.
The Funeral Service will be held on Monday, December 23, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at CHRISTENSEN SALMON
GENERATIONS FUNERAL HOME, 703-13 Street North, Lethbridge with Pastor Wayne Boersma officiating.
A private family interment 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
Email:  condolences@generationsfh.ca
Sign guest book:  http://www.generationsfh.ca

ROGERS
GERALD A. (JERRY) ROGERS II beloved husband of Lily Rogers of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully at the
Chinook Regional Hospital after a sudden but brief illness on Thursday December 19th, 2013 at the age of
81 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

VAN DEN BERG
On Saturday, December 14, JURRIE and his son MIKE were flying to Tofino to visit friends when they were
both tragically taken from us in a plane accident due to bad weather.
Jurrie Van den Berg is lovingly remembered by his wife Susie and daughter Carlie (Darcy), his parents
Marinus and Gerrie, sister Janneke and her daughters Annika and Romy as well as his father-in-law Ron
(Linda) McLeod, mother-in-law Cathy McLeod, brother-in-law Garry and his daughter Sierra, brother-in-law
Mark and his daughter Marina and son Shawn. Jurrie is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins
and friends in Canada and Holland. He was predeceased by his sister-in-law Midge Bouchie. Jurrie was born
on October 24, 1962 in Holland and attended school there till he was 15. He then attended boarding school
in Torquay, England. After completing school he traveled to St. Paul, Minn. and worked at several farms
before moving to Picture Butte. After immigrating to Canada he met and married Susie the love of his
life. Soon after they started their family with Mike being born in 1989 and Carlie in 1992. Jurrie had
many many business ventures which included farming, planting trees, rig work, bobcat work then in 1992 he
settled down and purchased Porcupine Corral Cleaning. Jurrie had a real vision as he was able to build
his company by being very innovative. He built and purchased machinery that nobody else would consider.
No matter what the commodity, manure, snow, gravel and dirt. Jurrie moved it like no other. Jurrie was a
man known for his fearless spirit and NEVER was afraid of a challenge. He always followed his heart.
Jurrie’s immediate family meant the world to him. He had a devote loyalty to his employees and customers.
Jurrie’s friends and the community he lived in, meant a lot to him. Jurrie was the “go to getter’ done
guy” that everybody called when something needed to be done.
Mike Van den Berg is lovingly remembered by his mother Susie, sister Carlie (Darcy), his Opa & Oma
Marinus and Gerrie, aunt Janneke and her daughters Annika and Romy. Mike is also survived by his grandpa
Ron (Linda) McLeod his Grandma Cathy McLeod, uncle Garry and his daughter Sierra as well as his uncle
Mark Bouchie and his daughter Marina and son Shawn. Mike is also survived by numerous friends. Mike was
predeceased by his aunt Midge Bouchie. Michael Marinus was born March 15th, 1989 in Lethbridge, Alberta.
Mike started his education in Picture Butte and finished it in Immanuel Christian High School. Like
father like son, Mike had a keen interest with machinery. He spent many hours at the Prairie Tractor Club
tinkering along side with the guys. Mike loved quading and spent many hours in the countryside exploring
neighbouring towns. His passion for flying started at the young age of 17 after his first flight with a
neighbor. After crop dusting for various companies, Mike, with the support of his Dad, was in the process
of starting their own crop dusting business. Mike cherished his friends and was always willing to lend a
helping hand. Mike was known and respected by all for his honesty and straightforwardness. Mike was
dependable and stood beside his friends with a caring heart.
“Jurrie and Mike were loved and will be missed by all.”
A Memorial Service for Jurrie and Mike will be held at the PORCUPINE CORRAL CLEANING SHOP (Highway 519, 1
Mile East of Picture Butte, Turn South on R.R. 21-2) on Saturday, December 21st, 2013 at 2:00 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Picture Butte Fire Fighters Association, Box 1065,
Picture Butte, Alberta, T0K 1V0.
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

William “Bill” Thomas Long
1934 – 2013
William “Bill” Thomas Long passed away at his home in Pincher Creek on Tuesday, December 10, 2013 at the
age of 79 years.
Bill was born on July 6, 1934 in Fort Macleod, Alberta to Thomas and Connie Long. He was an only child,
as his parents passed away in a tragic car accident while picking berries in the fall of 1935. He
survived the accident and was raised with his mothers family, the Varley’s on their ranch south east of
Pincher Creek. Bill and his uncle Henry Varley ranched together and raised top quality Hereford cattle
for many years. Upon Henry’s passing in April of 1990, Bill went on with the ranch for the next 10 years.
After selling the ranch and dispersing his outstanding Hereford cows he retired to Pincher Creek for the
rest of his years. Although he lived in town he retained many friendships within the ranching community,
attending many brandings, cattle drives and bull sales over the years. He will be missed by many from
both town and the country.
A “Celebration of Life” will be held at Fishburn on Saturday, July 5th, 2014
In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make donations to STARS 1441 Aviation Park NE, Box 570, Calgary,
Alberta, T2E 8M7 or http://www.stars.ca
To email condolences, please visit http://www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com
Arrangements entrusted to Snodgrass Funeral Home, Pincher Creek (403) 627-4864.

Kim Marose
1955 – 2013
It is with great love and sorrow in our hearts we announce the
passing of Kim Sharmaine Marose, our wonderful wife, mom and grandma on Tuesday, December 17, 2013,
surrounded by the love of her family.
A private burial service will be held at the Taber Memorial Garden prior to the funeral service.
The Funeral Service will be held at Knox United Church, 4929 – 50 Avenue, Taber on Saturday, December 21, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Arij Langstraat officiating. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting
our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Kim¹s name may be made directly to the Knox United Church,
4929 – 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1H7 or to the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation, Jack Ady Cancer
Centre, 960 – 19 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 1W5.  Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.  

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