WEDNESDAY, March 22, 2023

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on March 22, 2023.

Doris Campbell
1924 – 2023
 Doris May Campbell, beloved wife of the late Wyman Campbell, passed away in Bow Island on Sunday, March 19, 2023 at the age of 98 years.
The Funeral Service will be held at St. Andrew’s United Church, 139 – 2 Avenue West, Bow Island on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com.
 Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

Henry Brecka

1933 – 2023

 Henry Brecka, beloved husband of Lydia Brecka, passed away in Taber on Sunday, March 19, 2023 at the age of 89 years.

 Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 6:00 P.M.

 The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, March 24, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com. 

 Henry is survived by his wife of sixty five years, Lydia; four children Sylvia (Bill) Hiemstra of Cranford, Beverly Brecka of High River, Carolyn (Eric) Vallee of Burdett and David Brecka of Cranford; grandchildren Janelle Hiemstra, Nadine Hiemstra (Jordan Hingley), Kyle (Kira) Hiemstra, Kimberly (Brandon) Hart; great grandchildren Abigail, Claire and Gary. He is also survived by his nieces Jean (Cory) VanDyk, Karen (Vic) Willms and all of Lydia’s family.

 He was predeceased by his parents Martin and Elizabeth Brecka; brothers and sisters-in-law Frank (Marie) Brecka and Charlie (Mary) Brecka; niece Betty-Anne Cronkhite.

 Henry was born on April 25, 1933 to Martin and Elizabeth Brecka and raised on the family farm in Cranford. He married Lydia on February 12, 1958 and together they raised a family and flourished on the farm. In 2000, it was time for him to retire and they moved into Taber, turning the farming over to his son David.

 If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Henry’s name may be made directly to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 100, 119 – 14 Street NW, Calgary, Alberta T2N 1Z6 (http://www.heartandstroke.com).

 The past six months were difficult for Henry. His family would like to thank the staff of Linden View and Taber Health Centre for all the care he received through his time there.

  Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

PRESTON DESMIT
2005 – 2023

Preston Anthony DeSmit of Lethbridge passed away suddenly on Friday, March 17, 2023, at the age of 17 years.
A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 am, on Friday, March 24, 2023, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610, 4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta.

Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

Teeara Shae Little Plume – Alvarez
“Maatomohpiistiakii” (First Face Painted Lady)
2003 – 2023

Teeara Shae Little Plume – Alvarez, age 20, unexpectedly passed away on Wednesday March 15th, 2023.

A Celebration of Life and Prayer Service will be held at 7:00 pm, on Thursday, March 23, 2023, at Martin Brothers Riverview Chapel, 610, 4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday, March 24, 2023, at ST. BASIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 604, 13 St N, Lethbridge, Alberta with Father Derek Remus, celebrant.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

Peter Janzen
1924 – 2023

Peter Janzen, cherished husband of Margaret Janzen, slipped gently into divine, endless peace on March 14, 2023.
Besides Margaret, his wife of 71 years, he leaves to honor and celebrate his life their four children: Ernest (Rebecca) Janzen, Werner (Linda) Janzen, Henry (Sandra) Janzen, and Helen (Chris) Enns; 11 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren. Peter was predeceased by his parents, his sister (Helene Wiebe), one grandchild (Richard Janzen), and innumerable friends and extended family members.
Peter was born in Osterwick, Ukraine to Peter and Helene (Neudorf) Janzen during the upheavals following the Russian Revolution. His father died just months before his birth, so Peter and sister Helene were raised by their widowed mother and extended family. Despite famines, collectivization, exile of family members, religious persecution, and other hardships, Peter had fond memories of his childhood: the lush gardens and orchards of his home village, swimming in the reservoir, working in the fields with horses, and, especially, the extravagant, persevering love of his mother and wider family. Through all the fears and deprivations of that period, Peter always knew that he was loved.
Though still a teen when World War II erupted, Peter was drawn progressively into its violence and was severely injured in a harrowing munition explosion, which claimed the lives of young friends. After convalescing in Germany, and later imprisonment as a prisoner of war, he found work as farm laborer in Bavaria, before eventually emigrating to Canada in 1948, eventually settling in Coaldale, Alberta.
Peter and Margaret were married in 1951, and began a lifelong partnership in raising a family, securing a vocation, and building a growing community. Peter initially worked in construction, first as common laborer, but eventually as carpenter, and was able to build three new houses, in succession, for his young family. In 1957, Peter realized a childhood dream with the purchase of a small, irrigated farm near Readymade. This farm became an abiding passion. Together, Peter and Margaret managed a wide assortment of crops (sugar beets, wheat, barley, alfalfa, clover, pasture), dairy cows, beef cattle, pigs (briefly), and honeybees. And it was here that they raised their children and eventually enjoyed hosting also their grandchildren. In 1991, Peter and Margaret retired to Coaldale where they spent another three decades in contented retirement together. Just months before he died, Peter mustered the strength for a beautiful autumn visit to his beloved land; this may have been the last time I see this farm, he said wistfully, upon leaving.
Peter had a restless, inquisitive spirit. Although equipped with only a brief formal education, he was fluent in German, Russian, Ukrainian, and (eventually) English. He read widely, and was invested in understanding underlying processes, whether in farm machines or in language or in beehives. Even in the last year of his life, he was still a formidable opponent in chess. His impulsive inquiry sometimes sparked impatience when others seemed more sluggish, but his relentless curiosity always remained a motivating example for his children and grandchildren.
Another driving force in Peter’s life was his faith. Though church attendance was forbidden in his childhood, he became a stalwart disciple of Christ and a long-serving member of the Coaldale Mennonite Church, where he participated vigorously in diverse ways: as youth leader, Sunday School teacher, German School teacher, deacon, choir member, choir conductor, and lay pastor. Together, Peter and Margaret spent countless hours tending to people in grief, loneliness, and other heartaches. And as his end neared, he held steadfastly to the assurance of a loving, merciful God.
We, as his family, remain forever grateful for the love our father and grandfather invested in us and for the wisdom and mentorship he offers us still through the memories he left us. His was a full life, richly lived, not always without flaws, but always motivated by compassion, faith, learning, and hope.
A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM, on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at the COALDALE MENNONITE CHURCH, 2316 17th St, Coaldale, Alberta. A private family Interment will be held prior in the Coaldale Cemetery.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

Lanceton Dean Yanke
1959 – 2023

Mr. Lanceton Dean Yanke of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Miriam Yanke, passed away on Thursday, March 16, 2023, at the age of 63 years.
Dean is survived by his wife Miriam D. Yanke; children Brayden Yanke, Alisha Yanke and brother Dwight (Carey) Yanke. He is predeceased by his father Clifford Yanke; mother Iris Yanke (nee Osborn) and brother Dale Yanke.
Dean was a mechanic, known to be one of the best combine mechanics in southern Alberta. He worked on light-weight vehicles and specializing in wheel alignments.
A private family viewing will be held. Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

(Ma tso wa’paakii- Beautiful Woman)

Megan Kristen Twigg

“As the sun shines and the eagle cries may our dear Angel fly high”

With heavy hearts and great sadness, we announce the passing of (Ma tso wa’paakii – Beautiful Woman) MEGAN KRISTEN TWIGG, at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Friday, March 17, 2023 at the age of 35 years.

At the time of her passing, Megan was surrounded by her loving family: her parents Lester and Beverley Twigg, her children Shanie (Marshall), her twins Kloe and Karter, brother Jeff (Lacey), sister Nicole, grandma Sheila Hunt, all her nieces and nephews, her aunties Lenora Many Fingers, Rochelle Hunt and Marilyn Goodstriker, her cousins and family friends.

Megan was predeceased by her grandma Mary Twigg and grandpas Chester Bruised Head and Phillip (Dusty) Aberdeen Jr. and son Seth Thomas Twigg.

A Family Service will be held at the CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, March 24, 2023 at 4:00 P.M.

A Wake Service for Megan will be held at the OLD AGENCY HALL, Blood Reserve, AB on Friday, March 24, 2023, from 6:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M.

A Funeral Service will be celebrated at ST. MARTHA’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 355 Columbia Blvd West, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at 12:30 P.M. with Father William Monis celebrating.

Following the Funeral Mass, Megan will be laid to rest in the Hunt-Twigg Family Plot

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

BOYCHUK

March 4, 1953 – March 20, 2023

DORTHE GRAVENGAARD BOYCHUK, beloved wife of Dennis Boychuk, passed away at home surrounded by her family, on Monday, March 20, 2023 at the age of 70 years.

A Memorial Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at 11:00 AM with Fred Byrgesen officiating. The Memorial Service will be live-streamed and may be viewed through Dorthe’s obituary on the Cornerstone website. A reception will follow at Cornerstone.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Terry Fox Foundation (16A, 6120 – 2 Street SE, Calgary, AB T2H 0P3) or a charity of your choice.

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

Luigi D’agnone
1941 ~ 2023
Beverly D’agnone
1946 – 2023

Mr. Luigi & Mrs. Beverly D’Agnone of Wrentham both passed away on Sunday, March 19, 2023, at the ages of 81 and 76 years.
Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.

Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

CRAIK

GONE ONTO GLORY

“Do not be afraid, for I have ransomed you. I have called you by name; you are mine” Isaiah 43:1b

CHRISTENA (ENA) CRAIK, beloved wife of William (Bill) Craik, was suddenly called home into her Savior’s presence on March 3, 2023, at the age of 97 years.

Besides her loving husband Bill, Ena is survived by her children, Eleanor (Vince) Tracey, Douglas (Sharon) Craik, and Nancy (Rob) Mitchell and the blessings of her seven grandchildren, Shannon Craig, Gillian Dresden, Caitlin, Stuart, Kyle, Riley and Megan Mitchell.  She is also survived by her younger brother, George Russell.

Friends and family are invited to join us in a time of reflection and thanksgiving for a life well lived, at ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 1818 – 5 Avenue South, on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Daniel Surya officiating.

In lieu of flowers or donations, just as we are forgiven by Christ’s completed work on the cross, take the time to reach out to someone you need to forgive and reconcile. 

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

KURIO
YEMIKO (AMY) KURIO, of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Ken Kurio, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on March 20, 2023, at the age of 93 years.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the ALS Society of Alberta, (www.alsab.ca/donate).
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.salmonandsons.ca

GONNEAU

DONNA LYNN GONNEAU, of Raymond, beloved wife of Allan Gonneau, passed away peacefully at the Raymond Health Centre, on Sunday, March 19, 2023 at the age of 68 years.

A private Family Service will be held at a later date.

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

TERAKITA

BILL TERAKITA, beloved husband of June Terakita, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at the age of 90 years.

A Meet the Family will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, March 24, 2023 from 12:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M.

If so desired, in lieu of flowers and in memory of Bill, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

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

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