TUESDAY, July 19, 2022

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on July 19, 2022.

CAJKA

MRS. PATRICIA CAJKA, beloved wife of the late Joe Cajka, of Coaldale, passed away at Sunny South Lodge on Friday, July 15, 2022 at the age of 91 years.

Pat is survived by her daughters Linda (Hank) and Terry, granddaughters Jessica (John Roy) and Jennifer (Mike) and three great-granddaughters, and her sons Allan, and Larry (Deb) and their children Jesse, Ryan and Carly.

Besides her beloved husband Joe, Pat was predeceased by her son John.

Pat was born on June 4, 1931 in the Coaldale-Readymade District. She married Joe on December 18, 1958 and settled on the Cajka farm in the Coaldale Readymade District. Together they raised their family on the farm, devoting their life to farming and their loving family.

We would like to thank Dr. Baby, the doctors and nursing staff at the Chinook Regional Hospital and everyone at Sunny South Lodge for their care of Mom.

Out of respect for Mom’s wishes, a Private Family Graveside Service will be held, where Pat will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband Joe and her cherished son John.

In lieu of flowers and in memory of Pat, please make a donation to the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation (crhfoundation.ca)

To send a condolence, please visit

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CALLING LAST

DWAYNE CALLING LAST, passed away on July 14, 2022 in Stand Off, AB at the age of 55 years. A Wake Service will be held at the Moses Lake Gym, Blood Reserve on Wednesday, July 20 from 7:00 – 11:00 pm. The Funeral Service will also be held at the Moses Lake Gym, Blood Reserve on Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 11:00 am with interment to follow at the Eagle Tail Feathers Cemetery, Blood Reserve.

To send a condolence please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca.

Clint Dunford

1943 – 2021

It is with profound sadness that the family of Clint Dunford shares the news of his unexpected passing on October 14, 2021 at the age of 78 years

A celebration of a life well lived will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, July 21, 2022 at the SANDMAN SIGNATURE LETHBRIDGE LODGE, 320 Scenic Dr S, Lethbridge, AB.

If so desired, a memorial tribute, in lieu of flowers, can be made to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, 710, 10123- 99 Street NW, Edmonton T5J 3H1; albertacancer.ca

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Kathleen Mary Kostyal

1929 – 2022

Kathleen Kostyal (née Demeter) of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mike Kostyal and much-loved mother of Patricia and Larry, passed away peacefully at St. Therese Villa on July 14, 2022 at the age of 93 years.

A private family Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, July 23, 2022 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610, 4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta.

Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery.

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RED CROW

CLARICE MARIE RED CROW passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the Cardston Health Centre, on Saturday, July 16, 2022 at the age of 60 years.

A Wake will be held at SENATOR GLADSTONE HALL, Blood Reserve, AB on Thursday, July 21, 2022 from 6:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. MARY’S IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, Blood Reserve, AB, on Friday, July 22, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Pawel Andrasz O.M.I. celebrating.

Following the Funeral Mass, Marie will be laid to rest in Blood Band Cemetery.

To send a condolence, please visit

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SZILAGYI

GYORGY “GEORGE” SZILAGYI, of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Thresea “Joan” Szilagyi, passed away peacefully at St. Michael’s Health Centre Palliative Care Unit, on Thursday, July 14, 2022 at the age of 89 years.

A Prayer Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at 7:00 P.M. with Deacon Santiago Torres officiating.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405 – 12 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, on Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 10:00 A.M. with Father Kevin Tumback celebrating.

In lieu of flowers and in memory of George, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

To send a condolence, please visit

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WEASEL HEAD

CAMERON “CAM” CHRISTOPHER WEASEL HEAD, of the Blood Reserve, passed away at home, on Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at the age of 30 years.

A Wake will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, July 22, 2022 from 6:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. MARY’S IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, Blood Reserve, AB, on Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Pawel Andrasz O.M.I celebrating.

Following the Funeral Mass, Cam will be laid to rest in the Young Pine Family Plot.

To send a condolence, please visit

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WINTERS

It is with great sadness that we wish to inform you of the peaceful passing of our beloved mother, HELEN LOUISE WINTERS, of Lethbridge, at Fairmont Extendicare on Thursday, July 14, 2022 at the age of 88 years.

Helen is survived by her loving husband Victor, sons Gerald (Kathy) of Rimbey, AB, Ken (Liz) of Golden, BC and Gary (Susan) of Lethbridge and daughter Lorna (Wade) of Coaldale, as well as eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

Helen met and married Victor Winters in May of 1954 in Milk River, Alberta. They moved to Moose Jaw, SK for two years, then returned to Milk River to make their home. Mom always had a big garden. She froze and canned the produce for the coming winter. She loved her sweets and always had something baked sitting on the cupboard. She was an avid seamstress, and sewed many clothes for us kids as we grew, and made many of dad’s clothes. Later, she enjoyed quilting which she won many awards for. She was always busy with her hands, crocheting, knitting and doing needlepoint. She also loved playing cards and dancing. In her retired years, Mom and Dad traveled and spent the winters in Arizona.

Helen was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother who will be missed by all of us.

The family would like to thank the staff at Fairmont Extendicare for the amazing care they gave Mom.

At Helen’s request, there will be no funeral.

To send a condolence, please visit

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WRIGHT

Mr. Ronald W. Wright (age 85) peacefully departed this earthly life on July 12, 2022, with his loving family by his side. Ron was born September 12, 1936, along with his twin brother in what was then the Galt Hospital, making them some of the last Galt babies.

He is survived by his wife Sheila (Jensen), and his children; Tattianna (Dennis) Douglas, Tara (Richard) Van Komen, Lindsey (Dorren) Brebner, Jaden (Karla) Wright, and Latasha Wright. Ron was also blessed to have several grandchildren; Richelle (Gavin), Rylan, Tate, Tamryn, Ashton, Jack, Garret, Owen, Ella and Carson.

He is also survived by his siblings; Marie Holthe, twin brother Roy (Marlene) Wright, Louise (Roy) Michelsen, Bill (Louiene) Wright, Karyn Healey, Harvey (Marsha) Wright, and Glenda Wright.

Ron was predeceased by his parents; William and Melba (Litchfield) Wright, his brother E. Bruce Wright, son Torbin, brothers-in-law; Alan Holthe, Brie Jensen, and Ken Healey, sister-in-law Cherie Wright, and in-laws A. Glen and Fern (Hodgson) Jensen.

Ron spent his life in Vauxhall, AB, where he attended and graduated from Vauxhall High School. He continued on from school to work on the farm. He was a dedicated farmer and father, where he worked and lived until three years prior to his passing. Ron raised pigs, cattle, sheep, dogs, and herds of various small pets, in which his children begged him to bring home. His daughter Lindsey was the driving force in obtaining a pet sheep, which quickly evolved into a flock of sheep. Ron supported Sheila with raising various dogs; although his favourite was always a childhood “Heinz 57” that would carry his hunting rifle.

Ron was an active member of the LDS church, serving as a ward clerk for almost 30 years. He worked for the PFRA and the BRID helping to construct the Travers Dam and building canals. He was also a representative on the REA for many years. When not working on the farm, Ron was often found hunting, playing baseball, curling, attending his children’s activities, and of course sleeping with a TV remote in his hand while some sort of sports played on.

Ron was lovingly cared for by his family, especially Latasha, aka his “shrimp” nurse, and wife, Sheila in his later years.

The family would like to thank all those who helped Ron and who visited with him.

Services to be held on Friday, July 22, 2022, at the West Highland North Stake Centre (560 Highlands Blvd W, Lethbridge, Ab) at 11am. Lunch will be served following the service. Interment to follow at Barnwell Cemetery.

Live stream of the service will be available, and a link will appear, under Ron’s obituary, on Christensen Salmon Generations FH website, 15 minutes before service time.

As Ron would say, “See you all in the funny papers”!

To share condolences or to donate, please visit http://www.generationsfh.ca

ZIMMER

JOHN FRANCIS ZIMMER, of Lethbridge, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital surrounded by family on Friday, June 24, 2022 at the age of 56 years.

John is survived by his loving mother, Mary Zimmer, his siblings; Linda Kogler (Frank) and their children Leanne, Shantel and Kevin; Dave (Lisa) and their children Jesse and Courtney; Don (Josee) and their child Brooke as well as 8 great nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his father, Frank Zimmer.

John was born in Lethbridge on April 27, 1966. He was employed over the years in the food production industry.

John was known for his laughter, sense of humor and kindness. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. John was a fine cook and enjoyed cooking. He also loved his music.

John will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

A Graveside Service will take place in MOUNTAIN VIEW CEMETERY , 1210 Scenic Dr. S, Lethbridge, Alta. on Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 12:30 PM with Pat Siedlecki officiating. Please meet at gate by 12:20 PM.

Relatives and friends are welcome to attend a Come-and-Go Tea at NORD-BRIDGE SENIORS CENTRE, 1904 13 Ave. N, Lethbridge, Alta. on Saturday, July 23, 2022 from 2:00 to 5:00 PM. Please enter via the west community room at the back of the building.

John’s family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and paramedics who took care of him when he was brought into the hospital.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to an organization or charity of your choice.

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

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