Tuesday, April 1, 2025

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on April 1, 2025.

SIBLEY, Stanley “Stan” STANLEY “STAN” ROBERT SIBLEY 1951 ~ 2025 Born on June 20, 1951, in Magrath, Alberta, Stan passed away peacefully on March 28, 2025, in the Raymond Hospital at the age of 73 years, with his girls by his side.
He is survived by his beloved wife Brenda; children Terrence, Courtney, and Nicole; sister Anne Stelten (Ralph); several grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Stan was a very kind, intelligent, loving man who would help anybody anytime. He had a thirty-three-year career as a DOT officer for the Province of Alberta.
His passion was living on the family farm with his family in Coutts, Alberta. He loved being on the tractor farming or in the barn pulling a calf at 2:00 am. This is where Stan was his happiest.
His family will truly miss him.
We ask that in lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in Stan’s memory to the Raymond Hospital Auxiliary, 150 North – 4 Street East, Raymond, Alberta, T0K 2S0.
Cremation entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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REIMER, Ben BEN REIMER 1931 – 2025 Bernhard Reimer, beloved husband of the late Margaret Reimer, went to be with his Lord and Saviour on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at the age of 94 years. Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Evangelical Free Church, 214 – 4 Avenue West, Bow Island on Thursday, April 3, 2025 between 5:30 P.M. and 7:30 P.M.
A private burial service will be held at the Bow Island Cemetery prior to the funeral service on Friday, April 4, 2025.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Evangelical Free Church, 214 – 4 Avenue West, Bow Island on Friday, April 4, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com.
Those who are unable to attend and wish to view the service online may do so by visiting http://www.bowislandefc.com and clicking on “live” at 1:45 P.M. on Friday, April 4, 2025. Barring any technical difficulties, the livestream will begin at 2:00 P.M.
Ben is survived by his children Gerald (Kathy) Reimer, Harvey (Sue) Reimer, Dorothy (Reg) Robey and Brent (Tammy) Reimer all of the Bow Island area and by his son-in-law Walter (Rhonda) Wiens of Swift Current, Saskatchewan. He is survived by thirty two grandchildren, and thirty nine great grandchildren.
He was predeceased by Margaret Reimer, his loving wife of sixty three years, daughter Eleanor Wiens, great granddaughter Cara Hope Hume and by his parents John and Anna Reimer.
Ben was born in Stavely on January 16, 1931. He was the oldest of nine that included his five brothers and three sisters. He cherished their love and was blessed to have numerous extended family to rumble with.
Ben grew up in the Vauxhall area, and later attended Bible school in Coaldale where he met Margaret Doerksen. They married on August 23, 1953. Eleanor was born while living in Vauxhall, before moving to Burdett in 1956 where Gerald, Harvey, Dorothy and Brent joined the family. Money was tight but between hunting for their food and selling their farm produce to neighbours, they were able to make ends meet. They built a home together that was open to family and friends alike.
Ben worked as a hired man until he was able to start farming on his own with the help of generous friends. He grew beets, beans, grain and hay as well as nurtured his cattle, chickens and pigs. He especially loved his cattle. Ben enjoyed hauling his cattle to Pinhorn Grazing Reserve and working on branding days.
Ben was a handyman and built two houses for himself and numerous houses for his children. He enjoyed committees. He was chairman of the local beet board, an elder in his church and served as a Sunday school teacher.
His love was music, and he conducted many church and community choirs. Even in long term care, Ben continued to sing and his hands would be moving as he conducted the music. He was very outgoing and loved people and was a greeter at the church and was a welcomed presence at the door.
He was a kind man although he would marvel why people liked him. He was loved by many. His faith was of utmost importance to him and he prayed that people would see Jesus in him. We as a family saw the love, direction and prayers he showed to each one of us and believe he did model Christ.
Auf Wiedersehen, Till we meet again!
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Ben’s’ name may be made directly to ShareWord Global (formerly Gideon’s International in Canada), PO Box 3619, Guelph, Ontario N1H 7A2 (www.sharewordglobal.com/ca/).
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

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SCHAFER, Edith “Marie” SCHAFER EDITH “MARIE” SCHAFER, of Lethbridge, AB, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Friday, March 28, 2025 at the age of 94 years.
As per Marie’s wishes, A private family service will be held at a later date.

To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

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BRADEN, Arnold BRADEN ARNOLD EMIL BRADEN was born March 30, 1936 in Tullymet, Saskatchewan; the youngest of five children to Bronie and Jean Braden. Arnold passed away peacefully, with his loving wife, Celina at his side, at St. Therese Villa, on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at the age of 88 years.
Friends and family are invited to celebrate Arnold’s life at a Prayer Service at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 7:00 P.M.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. MARTHA’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 355 Columbia Blvd. West, Lethbridge, AB, on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. with Father William Monis celebrating. A private Family Interment will follow.
The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff of St. Therese Villa for the amazing care and dedication they showed Arnold the past four years.

To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

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LUND, Johanne JOHANNE LUND 1935 – 2025 With love and gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Johanne Sandra Lund, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She passed away peacefully in Taber on Thursday, March 27, 2025 as the sun started its long descent across the prairie sky, which she loved. A private committal service will be held at the Taber Memorial Garden columbarium prior to the funeral service. The Funeral Service will be held at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 1:00 P.M. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com. Johanne was the devoted wife of the late Patrick K. “PK” Lund and a cherished mother to Judy (Tom) Birch of Grande Prairie, Terrie Renner of Taber and Todd (Reede) Lund of New Westminster, British Columbia. She was a loving grandmother to Tammy, Trisha, Cassandra and Kennedy; a proud great grandmother to Joseph, Samantha, Tyson, Sawyer and Kash. She was predeceased by her husband PK; son-in-law Larry Renner; sister Bunny (Florence) Eves; brothers-in-law Ross Eves and Terry Lund; sister-in-law Lorna Lund. Johanne had an incredible zest for life and a thirst for learning. She was always up for a challenge, whether it was skating at the rink or on the pond, curling, learning to ski in her 40s, she was always willing to take on new adventures with enthusiasm. Johanne believed in hard work, resilience and finding joy in every moment, values she instilled in her children and grandchildren. She had a gift for the gab and never met a stranger. Johanne loved connecting with people, sharing stories and making those around her feel welcome. She was an active member of the Taber Oilwives and a passionate supporter of 4-H. Alongside her husband, she built and operated JS Lund Tank Rentals, playing a vital role in the family business. Her love, light and laughter will forever remain in our hearts. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Johanne’s memory may be made directly to Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation, 2888 Shaganappi Trail NW, Calgary, Alberta T3B 6A8 (www.childrenshospital.ab.ca). The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the doctors, nurses, and staff at Taber Health Centre for their compassionate care and support during Johanne’s time there. Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

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NIKOLEYCHUK, Erna NIKOLEYCHUK NIKOLEYCHUK, ERNA PAULINE of Taber, Alberta, born August 15, 1928, in Surprise District of Saskatchewan, passed away on March 27, 2025.
She leaves to mourn her loss two sons; Darwin (Linda) of Red Deer, Delmer (Monica) of Lethbridge; seven grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Lydia; two sisters and three sister-in-laws.
She was predeceased by her parents; Peter and Emilia, her son Cecil in 1997, her husband, Clifford in 2004, five brothers and one sister.
No flowers by request. The family suggests memorial contributions be sent to the Alzheimers Society, #40, 1202 2nd Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 0E3.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, April 3rd, 2025 at 11:00 am in Coaldale Community Cemetery.
The family would like to thank Linden View Retirement Home of Taber for their care and support of mom for the past few years.

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MILLER, Valerie “Val” MILLER VALERIE “VAL” MARGARET LYNNE MILLER, of Milk River, beloved wife of the late Gordon James Miller, passed away peacefully at the Milk River Health Centre, surrounded by her family, on Sunday, March 30, 2025 at the age of 64 years.
A Prayer Vigil will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, April 4, 2025 at 5:00 P.M. with Deacon Jim Manzara officiating.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. PETER’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 301 Main Street NW, Milk River, AB, on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Pawel Andrasz O.M.I. celebrating.
Following the Funeral Mass, Val will be laid to rest in the Milk River Cemetery.

To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

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