Friday, November 7, 2025

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on November 7, 2025.

HAUGHTON, Esther HAUGHTON It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of ESTHER FAITH HAUGHTON, who passed away peacefully in Lethbridge, Alberta, on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at the age of 86.
She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Dale Haughton, and their three children: Chuck Haughton (Calgary), Murray Haughton (Lethbridge), and Susan Knechtel (Lethbridge), as well as her four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Esther is predeceased by her son, Faron Haughton, mother, Edna Struthers, and father, Hugh Struthers.
Above all, Esther loved her family. She enjoyed preparing family dinners and spending as much time as she could with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She will be remembered always for her kindness, compassion, and unwavering love for her family.
At Esther’s request, no funeral service will be held. Cremation entrusted to Cornerstone Funeral Home.

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

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TOMITA, Dorothy TOMITA DOROTHY SUMIKO TOMITA, of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully at the Legacy Lodge on Saturday, August 30, 2025 at the age of 92 years.
She is survived by her devoted husband of 68 years, Shizuo (Suzi); her children, Patti (Brian) Wright and Rod (Nica); her grandchildren: Brad (Robbyn), Rob (Grace), Tyler (Michele), Ryan, and Suzi; honourary daughter, Shelley (Mark) Murakami; and eight great-grandchildren: Rowen, Weston, Oakley, Porter, Lennon, Logan, Decker and Noah. She is also survived by her sister, May Nishikawa.
Dorothy will be remembered for her kindness, generosity, and deep love for family. A talented gardener, cook, baker, and seamstress, she created a warm and beautiful home filled with love and joy.
The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the second-floor care staff at Legacy Lodge and to Dr. Garland Jonker for their exceptional care and compassion.
A Come and Go Celebration of life will be held at NIKKA YUKO BUNKA CENTRE, 835 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 from 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M., with a short program at 4:30 P.M.
Koden gratefully declined.

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

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GOOD STRIKER, Sally GOOD STRIKER It is with great sadness that the family of Sally Ann Good Striker “Kotaakkaakii – Spirit Woman”, announce her passing on November 1, 2025, in Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Memorial Service will take place at 1:00 pm on Friday, November 14, 2025 at Senator Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve. Cremation has taken place.
To send a condolence please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca

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ANDRES, Jacob “Jake” JACOB “JAKE” ANDRES 1929 ~ 2025 Mr. Jacob “Jake” Andres of Coaldale, beloved husband of Mrs. Verdell Andres, passed away peacefully at the Coaldale Long Term Care Centre on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at the age of 96 years.
A Celebration of Jake’s Life will be held at 11:00am on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at the COALDALE MENNONITE CHURCH, 2316 17 Street Coaldale, Alberta. With Pastor Ryan Dueck, officiating.
Cremation entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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