Friday, July 11, 2025

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on July 11, 2025.

STANGE, Lorraine STANGE Lorraine Stange passed away in Calgary, Alberta on July 7, 2025. She was predeceased by her husband, Richard Allen Stange.
Friends may meet with the family on Friday, July 11, 2025 from 6 to 7 PM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Claresholm, Alberta (4924 – 3 St E). Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 12 at 10 AM at the Claresholm LDS Church. Friends can meet family from 9:00 to 9:45 on Saturday.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.salmonandsons.ca

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ENGLESON, Pete Pete Engleson 1929 – 2025 Peter Engleson, known as Pete by many, beloved husband of the late Ila “Dickie” Engleson, passed away peacefully with his family by his side in Taber on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at the age of 95 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Monday, July 14, 2025 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 Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 1:00 P.M. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Those who are unable to attend and wish to view the Funeral Service online may do so by visiting Pete’s obituary page on our website and clicking on the livestream link that will be available at 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com.
Pete is survived by his daughter Merle (Blair) Jespersen of Taber and their children Kim (Curtis) and her son Blair, Marty (Melanie) and their children Seth and Kylee; son Reg (Brenda) Engleson of Taber and children Dallas (Michelle) and Stacey (Jonathan); daughter Debbie (Tim) Jespersen of Fernie, British Columbia and their children Carla, Tyler (McKenzie) and their children Ila, Beau and Madden, Nicole (John) and their children Harper and Dawson. He is also survived by his brother-in-law Gallen (Bud) VanCleave, sisters-in-law Wanda (Tootie) Engleson and Coreen VanCleave as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his wife Dickie Engleson; great grandson Jarrett; parents Pete and Ellen Engleson; sisters Gertrude, Augusta and Beulah; brothers George, Herb and Ben; nephew Rodney Clarke as well as other family members.
Pete was born and raised in Taber and took on the farming legacy from his father in the Purple Springs area, retiring in 2000. He enjoyed bowling, curling, square dancing, as well as attending the local dance jams.
Pete was a loving husband, Dad, grandpa, great grandpa and was extremely proud of his family. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and will be missed by many.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Pete’s name may be made directly to the Taber Health and District Health Foundation, 4326 – 50 Avenue Taber, Alberta. T1G 1N9 (www.tdhf.ca) or to the Jack Ady Cancer Centre, 960 19 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 1W5.
The family wish to acknowledge the medical staff at the Taber Health and District Health Centre for their support and care giving.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

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HOOPER, Pat Memorial Reception for PAT HOOPER Friends and Family are warmly invited to a Memorial reception in memory of Pat Hooper on Saturday July 19, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the Agri Hub (north entrance), 101 Exhibition Way South, Lethbridge.
Please join us as we gather to share memories and celebrate Pat’s life.

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EAVES, Richard “Alberta Slim” EAVES RICHARD EAVES “Alberta Slim”, of Coaldale, Alberta, beloved husband to Holly Eaves, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at his home on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at the age of 78 years, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Richard is survived by his wife Holly Eaves and sister Carrole (Don) Orr, as well as his five children: from his first marriage; Rhonda (Kevin) Goldie, Jim (Jill) Eaves and from his second marriage; Jason (Amanda) Addy, Brandy (Blair) Leishman and Amanda Addy.
Richard was also blessed with 13 grandchildren: Austin (Maddie), Amber, Tanner, Nathen, Xander, Brady, Tyson, Chloe, Kaylee, Kyle, Brooklynn, Nevaeh, Liam, plus grandbaby due October 2025.
Richard was born August 23, 1946 in Lethbridge, and raised by his parents Merlin and Bernice Eaves.
Growing up Richard was very active in 4H and had won Best Calf several years in a row.
Since the age of 18, Richard was an avid semi-truck driver, where he earned the CB handle “Alberta Slim”. During his 60 years he got to adventure all across Canada and the United States, with odd trips consisting of various family members. Richard’s trucking journey ended with DeGraaf Excavating.
The family of Richard would like to thank all the staff from Dr. Al’s who provided comfort and care, making it possible for Richard to remain at home until his passing.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the COALDALE COMMUNITY CENTRE, 1217 – 20 Avenue, Coaldale, AB, on Sunday, July 20, 2025 from 12:00 Noon to 4:00 P.M.

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

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SCHNEYDER, Elizabeth “Liz” SCHNEYDER Mom, ELIZABETH “LIZ” SCHNEYDER, beloved wife of the late Johnny Schneyder, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on June 13, 2025 at the age of 89 years.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH – 2405 12 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB on Friday, July 11, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. with Father Paolo Cervantes celebrating.

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

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MATKIN, James “Jim” JAMES MATKIN April 7, 1956 ~ July 5, 2025 Jim Matkin of Lethbridge, Alberta, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at the age of 69 years. He will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by all those who knew him.
Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.
A celebration of his life will be announced at a later date.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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GJERLAUG, Ola OLA AKSEL GJERLAUG 1944 ~ 2025 Mr. Ola Gjerlaug of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Astrid Gjerlaug, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at the age of 81 years.
Cremation entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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ZOLYNAS, Joe JOE ALGIRDAS ZOLYNAS December 12, 1932 – July 4, 2025 Joe Zolynas, of Lethbridge, Alberta, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 4, 2025, at the age of 92 years.
Joe was born on December 12, 1932, as one of seven children on the family farm near Marijampole, Lithuania. His life story surprises many. When he had just finished high school, Joseph Stalin decreed the exile of landowning families to work camps in eastern Russia (Siberia). In the middle of winter, Joe and his family were rounded up and taken to the train station where they were loaded into repurposed cattle cars with all their belongings.
Upon arrival near Tomsk, they walked to a remote settlement and were taken in by local villagers. Life in the camp was physically demanding and their time was spent mostly outdoors. Though his time in the camp was hard, he persevered. Eventually, he was able to obtain permission to study at the university level, focusing on surveying. Life remained difficult until Stalin’s death, after which the exiled population was allowed to return home.
While working in Kaunas, Joe met Bernice Brugza, who was visiting relatives there. After a period of correspondence, they fell in love and decided to build a life together and were married on November 9, 1980, in Lithuania.
Joe immigrated to Canada on June 8, 1981, and proudly attained his Canadian citizenship soon after. He worked several jobs before joining Alberta Environment, where he remained employed until the office closed and operations moved to Edmonton.
He was proud to be a Canadian, but he never forgot his roots. His strength, perseverance, and enduring connection to his heritage will be remembered by all who knew him.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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