Saturday, May 27, 2023

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on May 27, 2023.

PILLING, Karen Karen Ann WALTON PILLING Born in Calgary, July 30, 1947 passed peaceful May 20, 2023 in Cardston, Alberta.
Known for her beautiful smile and bright countenance, she was a good friend to many people. Her enthusiasm for the outdoors reflected in her love of all kinds of animals, gardening, including carpentry, building a greenhouse or pen.
From the city, making it in the country. There was nothing she couldn’t or wouldn’t do and a generous lady too. Her love of music let the sun shine in, always facing it with a grin.
“Happy Day” Reunion, as how much she’s missed her daughter, Valerie Ann, passed a long 10 years ago. Also joined by other dear family, that meant everything to her.
Saddled up, riding now by her side, her cowboy, Dale C Pilling (October 4, 2020) over their hills and mountains of Paradise.
We already miss you both a lot!! Till we see you and hug again —
Left to honor our Country Folk’s legacy, 19 grandchildren, who dearly miss her, as she was a wonderful Grandma. Proud to carry on, Kristine (Brad) Reagh (Cardston), Cheryl (Murray) Millward (Cardston), Bronc and Lori Pilling (Leavitt), Tyler and Jodi Pilling (Coaldale), Jolaine Pilling (Leavitt).
Family gathered at the Leavitt Cemetery on Tuesday.

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HENRY, Edgar HENRY EDGAR HARRIS HENRY, was born in Magrath, AB on April 30, 1927. He passed away in Magrath, AB on May 21, 2023. Edgar was born to John Sharpe Henry and Irella Dawn Reid Henry in Magrath, AB. He was from a family of 8 children. He attended school in Del Bonita. In 1946 he married Iris Maxine Wiggill. They lived in Del Bonita and Edgar worked for various people in the community until he decided to have a business of his own.
He had a Cat (which he was a part of) and did jobs for farmers in the area, digging holes, scrap metal cleanups, etc. He was always a very hard worker. Dad loved to play ball and always enjoyed it when his grand kids played and he also enjoyed watching sports on TV when he was older. In 2017, Edgar moved to Good Sams in Magrath after Iris passed. He loved to play crib and teach the young kids how to play. He was quick and always enjoyed playing with Greg and Gerry. He is survived by his 3 children: Sandra, Greg, and Gerry and their families, and by 2 sisters, Irene Berezay and Noreen Weiss and Numerous nieces and nephews.
Friends may meet the family at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Magrath Stake Center, Magrath, AB on Tuesday, May 30th from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Inurnment will take place at the Archmount Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent to: http://www.legacyfuneralhome.caø

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HECKER, Georgine GEORGINE HECKER With great sadness we announce that GEORGINE “GEORGE” HECKER passed away on May 23, 2023 at St. Michael’s Health Centre, Lethbridge, AB at the age of 69 years.
She was predeceased by her parents, Michael and Philomena (née Garrecht) Hecker.
Georgine is survived by her siblings: Frank (Geri) Hecker, Eduard (Olga) Hecker, Maria (Dean) Sehn, Lydia (Ron) Buscholl; numerous nieces and nephews; and relatives in Winnipeg and Germany.
Georgine was born on March 5, 1954 in Spalt, Bavaria, Germany. Georgine graduated from McCoy High School in Medicine Hat, AB and from Lethbridge College in 1973 with a Criminal Justice Diploma. She was awarded a Bachelor of Professional Arts Degree with distinction in 2003 from Athabasca University. Georgine was employed by the Alberta Provincial Court, in Medicine Hat and later in Lethbridge. She held several positions including Justice of the Peace and at her retirement was Deputy Administrator. George loved her nieces and nephews, inviting them to spend time with her during summer vacation. She enjoyed family gatherings and made it a point to attend every event she could.
Thank you to the medical teams at the Chinook Regional Hospital and St. Michael’s Health Centre, Palliative Care Unit and to all Georgine’s friends who supported her during her illness.
A Funeral Mass will be held at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405 – 12 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, on May 31, 2023 at 1:30 P.M. with Father Kevin Tumback celebrating.
Georgine will be laid to rest in the Hillside Cemetery, Medicine Hat, AB at a later date.
Flowers are gratefully declined. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

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

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LANGRIDGE, Barbara LANGRIDGE BARBARA “BARB” ANN LANGRIDGE, of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Ernie Langridge, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at the age of 67 years.
At Barb’s request, no formal funeral will be held. Cremation entrusted to Cornerstone Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers and in memory of Barb, donations may be made to the Lethbridge Special Olympics (specialolympics.ca /alberta/lethbridge), or to the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation (crhfoundation.ca) in support of the CRH Dialysis Centre.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

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GOOD DAGGER, Derrick GOOD DAGGER Derrick Lorenzo Good Dagger, passed away on May 19, 2023 in Stand Off, AB at the age of 25 years. A Wake Service will be held at Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve, AB on Monday, May 29 from 6:00 – 11:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at Gladstone Hall on Tuesday, May 30 at 11:00 am. Interment will take place in St. Catherine’s cemetery, Stand Off.
To send a condolence please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca

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BERINGER, Owen OWEN BERINGER 1956 – 2023 Owen Beringer of Coaldale, beloved husband of the late Deborah Beringer, passed away peacefully at Chinook Regional Hospital on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, with family by his side at the young age of 66.
Owen was born in Calgary on October 21, 1956. He and Deborah purchased their home in Coaldale in 1984 where they raised their 5 children. Owen resided in the family home until his passing. One of Owen’s passions was demolition derbies, and his car was #59 (he was a derby legend). He loved cars and “wrecking junk” as he would say. Above all, he loved his family. Dad was well loved and respected by his family and friends and will be missed by all that knew him.
Owen is survived by his sisters Debbie McColman and Wendy Beringer; brother Barry Beringer and his children, Christina Beringer (Dallas McLean) and their 5 children, Shantel Beringer (Steve Johnson) and their 5 children, Brandy (Bill) Damen and their 2 sons, Shannon Beringer and her 5 children, and son Dale (Trina) Beringer and their 3 children, along with 4 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Owen was predeceased by his wife Debbie Beringer; his father Benjamin Beringer and mother Blanche Lafferty (Beringer); brother Robert Lafferty; grandson Dallas Jr. McLean; and great grandson Christopher Garinger.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 pm, on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610, 4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta, with Reverend Glenda Wert, officiating. All guests are welcome to bring their hot rods and old cars.
Family and friends are welcome to gather at KC’s Pub in Coaldale following the service.
To watch the service via livestream, please go to https://www.mbfunerals.com/obituary/Owen-Beringer and scroll to the bottom of the obituary page.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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SOSICK, Craig CRAIG SOSICK 1970 – 2023 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Craig William Sosick with family by his side at Chinook Regional Hospital, on Monday, May 22, 2023 at the age of 53 years.
Left to cherish his memories are his beloved wife Jacqueline and Savana, Darcie (Ugonna), Taylor (Ryan) Aiken and granddaughter Emree.
There will be a Celebration of Craig’s Life at 3:00pm on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at the EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF LETHBRIDGE, 4717 – 24 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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BERG, Leland “Erling” LELAND “ERLING” BERG 1940 – 2023 Mr. Leland “Erling” Berg of Coaldale, passed away peacefully at Chinook Regional Hospital on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at the age of 82 years.
Leland is survived by his children Judy, Nancy, Tim, Kathy, Rebecca and Mike, as well as numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his daughter Carrie, and his spouse Renita Vandyk.
Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Riverview Chapel.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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OSHIRO, James JAMES OSHIRO 1930 – 2023 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James Oshiro in Lethbridge, with family by his side on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at the age of 93 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM, on Saturday, May 27, 2023, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610, 4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta with Reverend Yasuo Izumi, officiating. To watch the service via livestream, please go to https://www.mbfunerals.com/obituary/JamesJim-Oshiro and scroll to the bottom of the obituary page.
If family and friends so desire, memorial tributes in James’ name may be made directly to the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation, 960 – 19 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J 1W5. http://www.crhfoundation.ca
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ROSTECKI, Mildred ROSTECKI It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of MILDRED MARION ROSTECKI, who was called home to her Lord, passing away peacefully in the early hours of May 24th, 2023, at Extendicare in Vulcan Alberta at the age of 79 years after several years battle with dementia. Mildred will be lovingly remembered by her family and friends as the God-fearing, passionate, defined, and independent woman she always strived to be.
Mildred was raised in Rocky Mountain House and then became a graduate of Red Deer Secretarial College in 1963 which led her to a successful career as the head business administrator in the Salmon Arm B.C.’s Mental Health department which she retired in 2008. Mildred enjoyed the simple pleasures of life by buzzing like a bee in her garden and reaping its rewards, immersing herself in a great book, loving her animals, listening to uplifting gospel music, volunteering at the soup kitchen, as well as her greatest love, attending her faith and worshipping her Lord and Savior with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Mildred was preceded in death by her parents Earl and Daisy Bryant, her half-siblings Walter, Hazel, Margaret, Donald, Dan, and her Husband Walter Rostecki. Mildred is survived by her two children, Jay Barton (Colleen), and Jantina Conners (Brian), and also by her 4 siblings, Emily Steer (Barry), Robert Bryant (Geraldine), Alice Larsguard, and Edith Stewart (Ken), as well as her 6 grandchildren, Winona (Eldon Rylee), Faleen, Quinn, Talitha, Aidan, and Dalon, including her great grandchild Adelaida.
Mildred will have a Graveside Memorial at Temple Hill Cemetery in Raymond Alberta on Friday, June 2nd, 2023, at 10:00 am. Any donations can be made to the Lethbridge & District Humane Society in Mildred’s name.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.salmonandsons.ca

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DREW, William (Bill) DREW WILLIAM (BILL) DREW, beloved husband of Margaret Drew, passed away in Lethbridge on May 25, 2023 at the age of 93 years.
Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.salmonandsons.ca

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LATHAM, Mary-Ann LATHAM, MARY-ANN 1966 – 2023 Mrs. Mary-Ann Latham of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Mr. Ken Latham and loving mother to Garrit and Selina, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital, on Monday, May 22, 2023, at the age of 57 years.
Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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TOEWS, Doreen TOEWS, Doreen Muriel Doreen Toews (nee Cockerill), beloved wife to Edward Toews, passed away peacefully Wednesday May 24th, 2023, in Cardston, Alberta at the age of 88 years.
Besides the love of her life & life partner Ed, Doreen is survived by her daughters Catherine (Brian) Rarick & Brenda (Jim) Rathwell. Along with grandchildren Heidi (Howard) Rasmussen, Jessie Toews, Josh (Amanda) Toews, Carolina Huntsburger, Emerald Day Chief-Toews, Brianne Rarick & Dustin Rarick, plus eleven great grandchildren and eight great-great grandchildren. Doreen is pre-deceased by her parents Herman & Isabelle Cockerill, siblings Bernice Arndt & Lawrence Cockerill and sons Gary Toews & Lyle Toews.
Doreen enjoyed taking care of her children, foster children, grandchildren and being a rancher’s wife. She always made sure everything was taken care of for everyone in her family. Her house was always impeccably clean & everything had its place. Doreen loved to sew & make beautiful quilts in her spare time.
Christianity was a huge part of Doreen & Ed’s lives, from attending Church to reading the BIBLE at home with family.
At Doreen’s request, there is no formal service planned. A private family graveside service will be held.
For more information and to send condolences please go to http://www.generationsfh.ca

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VANROBAEYS, Wade VANROBAEYS WADE WILLIAM VANROBAEYS, of Lethbridge, passed away suddenly in Calgary, on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at the age of 51 years.
At Wade’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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