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By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on September 22, 2014.

BAD ARM
CYNTHIA PEARL BAD ARM passed away on September 17th, 2014 at the Chinook Regional Hospital at the age of 37. She is survived by several siblings; her children Takala and Montana Bad Arm, Sadie Witbeck and Patrick Gibb; numerous extended relatives.
Cynthia grew up in Stand Off and Raymond, Alberta. She loved to draw, do beadwork and was an accomplished artist. She was a beautiful woman who was loved and will be greatly missed by many. A Wake Service will be held at the Streets Alive Mission in Lethbridge on Monday, September 22nd from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Service on Tuesday to be announced later.

CLARY
RUTH CLARY of Lethbridge, AB., passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Sunday, September 14, 2014 at the age of 67 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB., on Tuesday, September 23, 2014 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Terry Shillington 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

EDEY
LILLIAN EDEY, of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Gordon Edey, passed away at the Foothills Hospital on Wednesday, September 17, 2014 at the age of 68 years. A Visitation will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB on Wednesday, September 24, 2014 from 7:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M. A Funeral Service will be held at PARK MEADOWS BAPTIST CHURCH, 2011-15 Avenue North, Lethbridge, AB on Thursday, September 25, 2014 at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Del Bertsch 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

FRANK HORVATH
1932 ~ 2014
Frank Horvath of Lethbridge, Alberta beloved husband of Imelda “Helen” Horvath, passed away peacefully at St. Michael¹s Palliative Care Centre at the age of 82 years. Frank was predeceased by his parents Etela Forroova and Josef Horvath. Besides his loving wife Helen, Frank leaves to morn his passing, twin sister Somlyay Zoltanne (Irenke) and her son Laszlo in Pecs Hungary; in-laws, first cousin Dr. Docziné (George) Kocsis Marta and their daughter Antonia in Csorna Hungary; and also his special god son Louie Bardics of Lethbridge, Alberta. Frank was born in Dunajskej Strede Slovenska Republica on June 17, 1932. Frank was an “orphan of the war” and came to Hungary as a child. Frank served in the Hungarian Army for 36 months and then the 1956 Uprising Revolution forced Frank to flee the country coming to Canada in 1957. Frank¹s apprenticeship began in 1957 under Ernie Kovalik as a Bricklayer. Throughout his years he worked in the construction industry until 1982 pursuing another career due to his health. Frank then landed another job with Burns Meats in Lethbridge until his retirement in 1996. In between Frank¹s working career he married his wife Helen on September 24, 1966. Frank¹s passing is just shy of their 48th wedding anniversary. Frank loved his sports especially Soccer, many will remember his as a goalie, he is also remembered in Alberta as placing in track and field events taking first in high jump. Frank was an avid member of the Hungarian Old Timers Society and the Hungarian Cultural Society always enjoying himself and socializing with members. In respect of Frank¹s wishes a private family service be held at Martin Brothers Riverview Chapel with Father Nathan Siray, officiating and Valerie Lazaretto, violinist. A special thanks to Dr. W. De Waal, Dr. Greidanus and Dr. Burton and all the staff at C12 Dementia Unit as well as the Palliative care unit. God Bless you all! Flowers and food gratuity is appreciated but declined, those who wish may make memorial donations to St. Michael¹s Health Centre Foundation, 1400 ­ 9 Ave South, Lethbridge, T1J 4V5, Alzheimer Society Lethbridge Chapter, #402, 740 ­ 7 Ave South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 0N9, or to the CNIB, 410 Stafford Dr. South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 2L2.
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HENRY RALLION
1929 ~ 2014
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Henry Rallion, beloved husband of Olga Rallion. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Thursday, September 18, 2014 at the age of 85 years. Henry is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Olga, his daughters Wendy (Denis Laforge) and Nancy; sister Katie (Albert) Gust, sister-in-law Alma Umeris; one niece and three nephews along with their respective families. He was predeceased by his father John; mother Katharina; brother John Jr.; sister-in-law Margaret and brother-in-law Arnold. Henry was born in Gadács, Hungary on August 26, 1929. He resettled in Germany and immigrated to Canada in 1954 to the Lethbridge area. Henry was employed at Sick¹s Lethbridge / Molson Brewery for over 30 years. He enjoyed fishing, camping and taking holidays in the mountains. He also enjoyed watching hockey and wrestling and many other sporting events. He always loved spending time with the family & dogs, Brady and Ranger. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects between 7:00-800pm on Tuesday, September 23, 2014 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4 St. S., Lethbridge, AB. A Funeral Service will be held at 1:30pm on Wednesday, September 24, 2014 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4 St. S., Lethbridge, AB with Pastor Reverend Olivier Ravelojaona officiating. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Henry¹s name to the Jack Ady Cancer Centre, 960 19 St. S., Lethbridge, AB, T1J 1W5.
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HUMPHREYS
ELIZABETH (CHRISTENSEN) HUMPHREYS, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother passed away peacefully on September 16, 2014, at Lee Crest Manor in Cardston, Alberta. Ruth was born November 24, 1923, in Stirling, Alberta. She married Keith Moroni Humphreys March 1, 1945, in the Cardston Alberta Temple, and was predeceased by him on October 14, 1988. Ruth served faithfully in many positions of teaching and leadership in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She also taught in public schools and ran her own kindergarten for 10 years. Ruth leaves behind 3 children: Richard Kent (Shauna) Humphreys, Teresa Gaye (Frank) Taylor, Barry Kim (Cynthia Kay) Humphreys, foster daughter Kathie Tulloch, 14 grandchildren, and 16 great-grand children. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to the charity of your choice. The Funeral Service will be held at the Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston, on Wednesday, September 24th, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. Friends may meet the family from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the Service. Interment in the Archmount Cemetery in West Lethbridge. Email your condolences to: legacyfh@telus.net

LARIVIERE-NELSON
CECILE “CIS” MARIE LARIVIERE-NELSON, beloved wife of Mag Nelson of Lethbridge, AB passed away at St. Michael’s Heath Centre, Palliative Care Unit on Saturday, September 20, 2014 at the age of 76 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

LAWSON
ERNEST “ERNIE” ROBERT LAWSON, beloved husband of Geraldine (Geri), passed away peacefully on Friday, September 19, 2014 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Besides Geri, he is survived by his son Jim Lawson (Jill); children Kiana and Kyra, daughter Val (Ed) Sinnott; children Cadrin and Josh Vanden Heuval, Karly Sinnott, step children Victoria (Michael) Montieth and Chantel Sinnott, Geri’s son, Lee (Danielle) Ford; children Abbie and Aiden, and son Jamie (Rani); children Kisa, Dakota, and Alyssa. Ernie is also survived by his sister Sharlene (Larry) Welsh as well as special friends Gary Kirk, Perry Smith and Sherri Lawson. Besides his parents Robert and Leon, Ernie was predeceased by his sister Marie Dahl just last year. Ernie was born on May 24, 1943 and was educated in Lethbridge. He spent most of his adult life as a partner in the accounting firm Young Parkyn McNab and Co. He enjoyed working with the quality staff and clients for over 40 years. Recreation was always a big part of Ernie’s life and he treasured spending time with his grandchildren at his cabins in Whitefish Montana and Castle Mountain Resort. Geri was Ernie’s greatest love and she came into his life for the third time in 1999 and they married in their home in 2000. The last 14 years have seen the two of them traveling the world together. Ernie was friend, mentor and advisor to many people no matter where they came from. They often had someone living at their house while attending school nearby. He will be missed by a large group of people that he laughed with and generously shared his life with. A Celebration of Ernie’s Life will be held at THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS, STAKE CENTRE, 2410-28th Street South, Lethbridge, AB on Tuesday, September 23, 2014 at 12:00 P.M. with Bishop Kevin Goth presiding, followed by a reception and lunch at the Coast Hotel, 526 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB. In lieu of flowers you may donate to Ernie’s favorite charity, the Lethbridge Humane Society, 2920-16th Avenue North, Lethbridge, AB T1H 5E9.
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

MARY COBLER
1925 ~ 2014
Mrs. Mary Cobler of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Allen Cobler passed away on Friday, September 19, 2014 at the age of 88 years. Mary was born in McMahon, Saskatchewan on October 12, 1925. She met her husband Allen in Swift Current, SK while he was home on leave from the War, and they were married on June 21, 1946. Together they raised 4 sons and 1 daughter. Her family will always remember the wonderful Christmas cakes she made each year. She is survived by her sons Brian, Terry (Joan), Harvey (Susan), Ken (Bev); daughter Marcia (Dean); eight grandchildren and her thirteen great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild, arriving November 2014. Besides her loving husband Allen, Mary was predeceased by her 11 siblings. A Graveside Service will be held at 10:30 am on Tuesday, September 23, 2014 at the MOUNTAIN VIEW CEMETERY, Field of Honour, Scenic Dr. South, Lethbridge. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, Box 2211, Lethbridge, AB T1J 4K7. Send condolences at http://www.mbfunerals.com.

MIDDLETON
HELEN MAY MIDDLETON, beloved wife of the late Robert Middleton, passed away in Lethbridge on Wednesday, September 17th, 2014 at the age of 90 years. A Graveside Service will be held at MOUNTAIN VIEW CEMETERY, 1210 Scenic Drive South, Lethbridge, AB., on Monday, September 22, 2014 at 11:00 A.M. (meet at main gate by 10:55 A.M.).
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

PETER MACK
1918 ~ 2014
The family of Peter Joseph Mack, sadly but joyfully announce his peaceful passing to be with the Lord, on Thursday, September 18, 2014 at the Good Samaritan¹s Vista Village in Pincher Creek at the age of 96 years. Peter is survived by his two daughters, Judith Gordon (Gary) of Calgary and Norma Reynolds (George) of Pincher Creek; his grandchildren, Lori, Allison (George) Malhi, Lesley (Jan) Klinec and Keith (Nicole) Reynolds; his great grandchildren, Victoria Gordon, Tyson, Jasmine and Evan Malhi, Dawson and Abigail Reynolds; step great grandsons, Gary Malhi and Jakub Klinec; sister-in-law Mary (Mike) Mack; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Dad was born on the family farm close to Glaslyn Saskatchewan, moved to southern Alberta as a teenager and eventually resided in Coaldale after marrying Nettie and started to raise a family. Dad started working for the CPR and worked for over 30 years retiring in 1979. Dad and Mom loved to garden and as a result had lots of produce to share with anyone who would take it. Dad also rototilled many gardens in Coaldale and was well known for this. He loved to help people and took great pleasure in his senior years (80-93) driving friends to go shopping or appointments. Dads health failed enough he could not live alone and came to live with Norma for a year and a half, further failing health Dad moved to the assisted living facility in Pincher Creek where he passed. Besides his loving wife Nettie who passed away in 2007, Peter experienced the passing of his parents all of his brothers and sisters, son Phillip, his infant grandson Kenneth Roy, step grandson Jason Gordon, and infant great granddaughter Marissa Ann. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00pm on Monday, September 22, 2014 at COALDALE MENNONITE CHURCH, 2316 ­ 17 Street, Coaldale, AB, with Pastor Lillian Thompson and Pastor George Klassen officiating. Flowers are gratefully declined. Those who wish may give to the Canadian Food Grains Bank, PO Box 767, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 2L4. Send condolences at http://www.mbfunerals.com.

TEICHROEB
BETTY LOUISE TEICHROEB, beloved wife of the late Jacob Teichroeb of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, September 16, 2014 at the age of 77 years. We lost a wonderful mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She is the loving mother of Jackie (Ken) of Lethbridge, AB and Scott (Cindy) of Calgary, AB and adoring grandmother of Phillip (Selena) and Melissa. Mom was predeceased by Dad in 2011, her parents Josephine and Alex, brothers Willard, Guy and Gordon (MIA), sisters Pat and Lori.
Mom always enjoyed meeting new people and as a military wife, had lots of new opportunities. She particularly enjoyed working in the Teen Center at the military base in Cold Lake, AB. In the last few months, Mom loved going to Bridges and catching up with old friends. Thank you to the doctors and nurses in ICU and 3C for their loving compassionate care. Relatives and friends are invited to share in the Celebration of Betty¹s Life at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB., on Wednesday, September 24, 2014 at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Bob Wallace officiating. Cremation to follow. Flower arrangements are gratefully declined. Donations in memory of Betty may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 3624 – 14 Avenue North, Lethbridge, AB, T1A 1J2
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

TERENCE HENRY BASSETT
1916 ~ 2014
Terence Bassett passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2014 at the Good Samaritans Park Meadows Facility, North Lethbridge at the age of 98 years. Terence was born in Reading, England on February 23, 1916, the oldest of four children. He was the son of a chemistry professor at Reading University, where he initially began studying medicine. He graduated from St. Bartholomew¹s Hospital, London, England as a medical doctor. In 1939 he went to Burma as a ship surgeon, returning in May. Terence served as a Lieutenant in the Royal Army Medical Corp. from 1939 until 1946. He would be given the honorary rank of Captain in May 1953. He went to East Africa in 1946, with the Colonial Medical Service, where he was stationed for three years in what is now Tanzania. Terence attended the Royal Eye Hospital in London, England to study Eye, Ear, Nose and throat. There he met his first wife, June. In February 1952 they left England. In March 1952 he settled in Lethbridge, Alberta where he established his practice. Over the years he saw up to three generations of some families. Terence was chief of the eye department at St. Michael¹s Hospital in Lethbridge. He retired from surgery at 65, but continued his ophthalmic practice until the age of 79. He was a devout member of St. Mary¹s Anglican Church in North Lethbridge and subsequently St. Augustine¹s Church. In the early days he was an alter server and lay-reader as well as a member of the parish vestry and the church choir. His voice carried over everyone else¹s and it commanded attention. Terence was an excellent shot. Although he had pursued big game hunting in East Africa, he was also an avid upland game bird hunter. In later years he traded his gun for a camera. Terence had purchased a movie camera in Tanzania. He shot endless reels of Ektachrome and Kodachrome with this camera, capturing the images of many wild animals all over the world. He attended numerous Snow Leopard conferences in the 1980¹s. At one such conference he met his second wife, Tatiana, who came to Canada with her two children, Artyom and Yelena. His travelling came to an end in 2004. Tatiana and her family cared for Terence in his home when he began suffering from Alzheimer¹s disease. He was admitted to Park Meadows extended care facility in 2008. Sadly, over a period of years, his recital of poetry and story-telling ability ended and eventually his voice was silenced. Terence was pre-deceased by his father, Henry, mother, Violet, brothers, Brian and Anthony, sister, Patsy Knight, second wife, Tatiana Arjannikova. He is survived by his son, Anthony, (Toronto, ON) daughter, Jennifer (Reg) MacLeod (Halifax, NS), first wife, June Mowers (Lethbridge, AB), grandsons, Galen (Halifax, NS) and David MacLeod (New Plymouth, NZ) and granddaughter, Clare Bassett (Dublin, Ireland). A Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 pm, on Wednesday, September 24, 2014 at St. Augustine¹s Anglican Church, 411-11th St. S., Lethbridge, AB with Reverend Andrew Horne officiating. It was the wish of Terence that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to an organization that is dedicated to the preservation of the natural environment for future generations. Send condolences at http://www.mbfunerals.com.

TONDU
GWEN M. TONDU beloved wife of the late Terry Tondu of Granum, AB., passed away at the Taber Health Centre on Wednesday, September 17, 2014 at the age of 72 years. A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB., on Monday, September 22, 2014 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Aldeen McKay officiating. Interment to take place in the Granum Cemetery.
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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

WOLSEY
MORGAN WOLSEY beloved husband of Alma Deibert Wolsey peacefully passed away on September 19, 2014 at the age of 92 in Cardston, Alberta, surrounded by family. The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Temple Street Chapel, on Saturday, September 27th, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. Friends may meet the family at the Church from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the Service. Interment in the Cardston Cemetery. Email your condolences to: legacyfh@telus.net

ZARETSKI , JOHN FREDERICK
DECEMBER 15, 1926 – SEPTEMBER 16, 2014
It is with great sadness that we announce John Frederick Zaretski passed away surrounded by family at the St. Michael¹s Health Centre September 16, 2014. The Celebration of life will be held at 1:30pm on Saturday, September 27, 2014 at the MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4th Street South, Lethbridge with Reverend Aldeen McKay officiating. Interment will follow service at the Mountain View Cemetery on Scenic Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta. Those who wish may make a donation in John¹s memory to the charity of their choice. Send condolences at http://www.mbfunerals.com.

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