Wednesday September 11, 2013

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on September 13, 2013.

1925 ~ VANDERLINDEN ~ 2013
ANN MARIA VANDERLINDEN of Medicine Hat, passed away at Sunnyside Care Centre on Saturday, September 7th, 2013 at the age of 88 years. She leaves to cherish her memory the VanderLinden Family and many friends. Ann was a resident of South Country Village for more than 30 years. Thanks to the nursing staff for the many years of wonderful care. Memorial gifts in Ann’s memory may be made to Sunnyside Care Centre, 1720 Bell Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5G1. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or http://www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Ann VanderLinden. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATORIUM, “The Chapel in the Park”, Medicine Hat, Alberta. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone 1-800-317-2647.

ALBERT WIEBE
1927 ~ 2013
Mr. Albert Wiebe beloved husband of Mrs. Alma Wiebe passed away on Monday, September 9, 2013 at the Chinook Regional Hospital at the age of 86 years.
A Visitation will be held for family and friends from 7:00pm to 8:00pm on Friday, September 13, 2013 at the COALDALE MENNONITE BRETHREN CHURCH, 2114 18th Street, Coaldale.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:30pm on Saturday, September 14, 2013 at COALDALE MENNONITE BRETHREN CHURCH, with Pastor Lorne Willms officiating.
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

KATIE KOPP
1915 ~ 2013
Mrs. Katie Kopp, beloved wife of the late Mr. George Kopp, passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2013 at the age of 98 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

MARGARET JORDAN
1931 ~ 2013
Mrs. Margaret Jordan of Lethbridge, beloved companion of Dr. Ted Crapnell, passed away peacefully after a short illness on Thursday, September 5, 2013 at the age of 82 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00pm on Friday, September 13th, 2013 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4th Street South, Lethbridge with Reverend Hugh Jack, officiating.
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

MOTTERSHEAD
MR. GARRY JAMES MOTTERSHEAD, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital, with his family by his side on Saturday, September 7, 2013 at the age of 79 years.
A Celebration of Life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME – 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive, Lethbridge, AB on Saturday, September 14, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Dr. George Takashima officiating.
In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer Society of Lethbridge 402, 740 – 4 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J 0N9
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

Naatowahpistaayakii
“Holy Diving Woman”
EVANGELIE CHIEF MOON nee WOLF CHILD
EVANGELINE “Naatowahpistaayakii” was called home on September 6, 2013, at the Cardston Municipal Hospital. Evangeline was born on April 1st, 1939 at the Blood Indian Hospital.
Evangeline was the heart of our family. Her home was always filled with laughter, music and storytelling. One of her greatest accomplishments was bringing our family back to our traditional spiritual belief system. She taught us our traditional values of humility, kindness, sharing; kimmapiipitsin. Evangeline taught us by example. She was a Nitapitapii. She treasured and adored her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be missed by everyone that knew her.
She is survived by her children: John (Delia), Karen, Cheila (Kevin), Mariam (Roy); Grandchildren: Jennifer, Kasey, Barclay, Tiffanie, William, Lee, Bryce, Miles, Annabelle, Keegan, Vance, Jacy, Onee, Tyson, Maezee, Missy, Courtney, Brad, and Darryl; great grandchildren: Naleah, Maleek, Kix, Hunter, Kiler, Aaliyah, Tenielle, Dason, Zoey, Violet, Scarlette and Iris; step children: Alvin, Connie, Jamey and Anita Mills; aunts: Rachael Hoof, Lena Chief Calf, and Annie Davis; siblings: Louise Day Rider, Leona, Pauline, Don and Peter Wolf Child; sisters in law: Irene Mchugh, and Bernadette Wolf Child; and Brother in Law: Louis Crop Eared Wolf; numerous nieces and nephews.
She was pre-deceased by the Love of her life, the late Jim Chief Calf; her children: June Chief Calf and Judy Day Chief; her parents: Leo and Sarah Wolf Child nee Plain Woman; her siblings: Caroline, Edwin, Leo Jr., Geraldine Crop Eared Wolf and infant Martha; her aunts: Annie Shot Both Sides, Nellie Long Time Squirrel, and Isabelle Spear Chief; her uncles: Joe Wolf Child, Sam Wolf Child, Willy Plain Woman and Lawrence Plain Woman.
A special Thank You to Dr. Playfair, Cardston Nursing Staff and Kainai Home Care Nurses.
The Family Service will be held at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston on Thursday, September 12th from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. A Wake Service will be held at the Levern Community Hall, Blood Reserve on Thursday, September 12th from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. continuing all night at Leona Wolf Child’s residence. The Funeral Service will be held at the Old Saipoyi Gym, Stand Off on Friday, September 13th at 2:00 p.m. Interment in the Wolf Child Family Cemetery, Blood Reserve.
E-mail your condolences to: legacyfh@telus.net
Legacy Funeral Homes Ltd.
P.O. Box 208
Cardston, Alberta T0K 0K0
Phone (403) 653-3222
Fax (403) 653-3677
legacyfh@telus.net

SHARON JOAN LENNOX
1944 ~ 2013
Sharon Joan Lennox of Bragg Creek, passed away in Lethbridge, AB on Monday, September 9th, 2013 at the age of 69. Sharon was born March 23, 1944 in Hamiota, MB, daughter of Harry Baily and Ruby Baily (nee Gould).
She is survived by her two daughters Paige and Tara and beloved grandson Myles (Joe Eagle Tail Feathers). She also leaves behind her brother Doyle Baily (Lynda), sister Jean Menzies, nieces and nephews: Karen Dubois (Lloyd, Aydyn, Chris and Tyson), Kari-Lou Antolic (Eric and Nick), Mark Baily, Kyle Menzies, Kristi Baily (Don and family), Tracy McGillis (Corey and family), Denise Klots and family, Doug Baily and family, Dallas Baily and family and sister-in-law Jean Baily. She was predeceased by her mother and father, her brother Norm Baily, brother-in-law Harold St. Jean and sister-in-law Mary Baily.
Having grown up in Oak River, MB, Sharon was always a spirit to whom people were drawn. With a positive outlook and an infectious energy, she was the light in her parents’ eyes. Throughout her life Sharon was truly a giving person, in all senses of the word. She became a nurse and worked at the Rockyview Hospital until she and Al Lennox had their daughters. When they moved to an acreage outside of Cochrane to raise their family, Sharon became a pillar in the community. She especially loved her involvement with organizations close to her heart like the Nuclear Disarmament group, the Mustard Seed and the United Church Junior Choir. Sharon gave of herself and was heavily involved with her daughters’ sports lives and supported them unconditionally in all they did in their lives.
Once her daughters were grown, Sharon achieved her Healing Touch Practitioner’s license and took that as well as her nursing experience into the Palliative Care setting. Her presence brought peace and comfort to patients and their families during their time of transition. Her generous spirit and beauty touched many lives. Sharon will be warmly remembered for her dedication to her family and friends, her free spirit and her sense of humor. Her home in Bragg Creek was very precious to her and many were drawn to its’ special energy. She will be deeply missed by so many.
In the 1980’s Sharon became involved in Native spiritual traditions with the initial guidance of Chief John Snow. Sharon was truly an advocate and lived the teaching every day. She was quietly proud of having Sundanced with Elder Eva McKay with the Sioux Valley Nation in Manitoba in the 1990’s. Sharon’s spiritual path was linked to many gifted people and we thank everyone who contributed to her journey.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 6:30pm on Friday, September 13, 2013 at the GALT MUSEUM, 502 1st Street South, Lethbridge.
Donations may be made in her name to St. Michael’s Palliative Care Unit at 1400 – 9 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 4V5. The family will make a donation in Sharon’s name to the Lethbridge Montessori School for every dollar donated to St. Michael’s on behalf of her grandson, Myles.
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

WEHLAGE
MRS. MARIE WEHLAGE, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Sunday, September 8, 2013 at the age of 98 years.
She is the loving mother of Cecile (Bernard) Poelzer of Milk River, grandchildren; Marie (Chad) Ormston of Lethbridge, Kathleen (James) Carlin of Calgary and great grandson Anthony Carlin of Calgary.
She is also survived by brother-in-law Elmer (Marjorie) Wehlage.
Marie was predeceased by her husband Arthur Wehlage, son Mark Wehlage, Parents Ferdinand and Angela Stelten, siblings; Olive (Albert), Ed (Lillian), Clarence, Martin, Ted, brothers-in-law; Albert (Olive), Ben, Ed (Yvonne), sisters-in-law Louise and Hilda (Francis).
She was born on June 7, 1915 on the family farm located in the Allerston, Alberta region. Marie weighed 3 pounds, was put in her dad’s shoe box on the oven door to keep warm and fed with an eye dropper. Miraculously she lived for another amazing 98 years.
Marie attended the Melfort School and completed her education at St. Mary’s in Calgary. After completing her teaching certificate, she taught at Watt School and at Melfort School.
In 1940 she married Arthur Wehlage, Cecile and Mark were born soon after completing their family. In 1947 the family moved to the Masinasin district to farm. Marie substitute taught at the Masinasin school for years. Marie enjoyed living on the farm, gardening, crafts, decorating wedding and other cakes. She was a very helpful lady looking after many people in the community.
In 1982, Arthur and Marie moved to Milk River where she resided until she moved to the View in 2007.
Marie will be greatly missed by her family and friends
A Prayer Vigil will be held at St. Peter’s Catholic Church – 321 Main Street, Milk River, AB on Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at 7:00 P.M.
A Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Milk River, AB on Thursday, September 12, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Dominic Nguyen celebrant.
Interment to follow the reception at the Allerston Cemetery
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 Donkerbroek
1966 – 2013
 Frank Donkerbroek, of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully surrounded by his brothers and loving sister-in-law at Foothills Hospital in Calgary on Sunday, September 8, 2013 at the age of 46 years, the result of tragic single motorcycle accident.
 Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, September 12, 2013 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
 The Funeral Service was held at the First Christian Reformed Church, 3902 Heritage Drive, Taber on Friday, September 13, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Brian Kuyper officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com.
 If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Frank¹s name, may be made directly to STARS, 1441 Aviation Park NE, PO Box 570, Calgary, Alberta T2E
8M7 (www.stars.ca).
 Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

Jock Miller
1953 – 2013
Jock Miller, passed away in Taber on Wednesday, August 28, 2013 at the age of 60 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Sunday, September 15, 2013 between 2:00 P.M. and 3:00 P.M. and also at the Haysboro Community Hall, 1204 – 89 Avenue S.W., Calgary on Saturday, October 5, 2013 between 3:00 P.M. and 5:00 P.M. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com <http://www.southlandfuneral.com/&gt; .
Jock is survived by his siblings David  Miller of Toronto, Karen DeFraine of Calgary and Heather (David) Peer of Scarborough as well as numerous other relatives.
He was predeceased by his parents George and Fran Miller, sister Marge Northan, brother Jimmie Miller and brother-in-law Jerry DeFraine.
Jock was born and raised in Calgary. As a teenager he enjoyed success on both the soccer and football fields. After high school he attended SAIT and eventually received his CGA designation. Following many great years in Calgary, Jock moved to Taber in the fall of 1990 and began his career with Rogers Sugar.
Jock was a generous and loyal man, his family and friends meant everything to him. He embraced the small town lifestyle and after he retired he remained in Taber. We will all miss this most wonderful brother, uncle, cousin, nephew and friend.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Jock¹s name may be made directly to a charity of one¹s choice.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.