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Saturday, July 29, 2023
By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on July 29, 2023.
HAPKE, Nora NORA LYNN HAPKE It is with heavy hearts the family of Nora Lynn Hapke announce her sudden passing on July 12, 2023 at the age of 64 years.Lynn is survived by her loving mother, Vivian, and her brother Darren (Carol). Lynn was also supported over the years by her community and friends in Lethbridge.
A private family service has taken place.
Memorial donations may be made to the Lethbridge & District Humane Society, 2920-16 Ave N, Lethbridge AB T1H 5E9.
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SHUMAKER, Arnold ARNOLD SHUMAKER 1952 – 2021 Mr. Arnold Shumaker of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Diane Shumaker and father to Braden (Lindsey), passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Tuesday, April 20, 2021, at the age of 68 years.
A Celebration of Arnold’s life will be held at 1:00 pm, on Saturday, August 5, 2023, at the ELKS HALL PICTURE BUTTE, 112, 4 STREET SOUTH, Picture Butte, Alberta.
Please dress casually, as that is what Arnold would have wanted!.
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THIESSEN, Verner THIESSEN It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Verner Peter Thiessen, age 75, of Lethbridge AB. He passed away peacefully on July 20, 2023 at Saint Michael’s Palliative Care Unit with family by his side, after a long battle with multiple health concerns.
Vern was predeceased by his parents, David and Susie Thiessen. He is survived by his 3 siblings; Victor Thiessen, Edna Thiessen and his twin sister Wanda (Billy) Clark. He is also survived by his 2 daughters and son-in-law; Pat Thiessen, Carey Salvador and Erv Slavador. Vern had 5 beautiful grandchildren as well; Madison, Greyson, Jordyn, Tucker and Lucia. Vern is also survived by 2 nephews and 5 nieces and their extended families.
Vern was born in Coaldale, AB and graduated from Kate Andrews High School, class of 1967. He then attended SAIT in Calgary, AB for his auto mechanics degree. After graduating, Vern returned to Lethbridge to work for Kirks Tire, followed by several years in the Precast Concrete business. He then made his final career change to long haul trucking and remained on the road with several great companies until he retired in 2020 from Degenstein Trucking Co.
He loved being on the road, but being home meant time catching up with all his old high school buddies, and co-workers, then relaxing with a good hockey game or NASCAR race. Dad had a good sense of humor and loved to tease anyone he could. To know him, was to love him. Dad was a great father, brother, grandfather and friend. He will be deeply missed by many.
We are having a Celebration of Life on September 16, 2023 from 5:00 – 7:30pm at Roberto’s, a division of the Land of Lakes golf course in Coaldale, AB. All are welcome. Please bring your stories and memories as we are eager to hear from all those who loved our Dad.
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CALF ROBE, Terence “Questo” CALF ROBE Terence “Questo” William Landon Calf Robe, passed away on July 23, 2023 in Cardston, AB at the age of 39 years.
A Wake Service will be held at the Tanner Center, Cardston (260 1 St W), on Wednesday, August 9 from 7:00 – 11:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at the Tanner Center on Thursday, August 10 at 11:00 am. Interment in Pioneer Cemetery, Blood Reserve.
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ELLIS, Ettie ETTIE ELLIS 1928 – 2023 Mrs. Ettie Ellis of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. James Ellis, passed away on Monday, July 24, 2023, at the age of 94 years.
Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Riverview Chapel.
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FONG, Violet VIOLET CHUEN FONG Mrs. Violet Chuen Fong of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Lorne Fong, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 21, 2023.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am, on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at SOUTHMINSTER UNITED CHURCH, 1011, 4 AVENUE SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta, with Reverend Taylor Croissant, officiating. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
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MCNAB, Thomas “Tom” THOMAS MCNAB 1933 – 2023 Thomas (“Tom”) Gordon McNab, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2023, at the age of 90 years.
He was born in Fort Macleod, AB on July 12, 1933, to Joe and Grace McNab, and his life was filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories. A man of great dedication, Tom celebrated an incredible 69 years of marriage with his loving wife and best friend, Lou, on July 17, 2023. Their enduring love and unwavering commitment to each other were an inspiration to all who knew them. Together, they raised a beautiful family and created a home filled with warmth and love.
Tom was a distinguished chartered accountant, and, throughout his career, he exemplified the excellence, passion and professionalism that earned him the respect and admiration of his colleagues and clients alike. He was a founding partner of his accounting firm, Young Parkyn McNab LLP (now Avail LLP), and his contributions to the field earned him various awards and accolades from his peers including the prestigious designation of “FCA”. He was also a valued member of the Y’s Men’s Club, where he forged lasting friendships with like-minded longtime supporters of the Lethbridge YMCA.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Tom had a passion for various hobbies that brought him great joy and fulfillment throughout his life: he was an avid golfer and relished spending time on the greens at the Lethbridge Country Club, where he formed many cherished friendships over the years; he spent countless hours playing cribbage, backgammon, and poker with his friends; and exhibited a remarkable talent as an artist. Tom’s creative spirit is evident in the beautiful artworks he created, leaving a lasting legacy of both his passion and his talents.
While Tom accomplished many impressive feats in his lifetime, his greatest love and joy came from his family: he was a devoted father (father-in-law) to Kirk, Guy (Tracy) and Kim (Fred); his role as grandfather brought him immense happiness; and he adored his grandchildren, Kyle (Lindsay), Shana (Dylan), Elliott, Jade, Chase, Kristen (Matt), and Karmyn (Kyle), as well as his great-grandchildren Sariah, Nathan, Jaxon, Ben, Cory, and Colbie. Their laughter and love enriched Tom’s life in countless ways.
Tom was predeceased by his parents and his sister, Ruth Selnes, who surely welcomed him with open arms into eternity. Tom’s absence will be deeply felt by all who knew him, but his memory will forever live on in the hearts of those he touched.
A Funeral Service to honour and remember Tom will be held at 11:00 am, on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, at ST. AUGUSTINE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 411, 11 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta, with Reverend Gillian Breckenridge, officiating. Following the service, a reception will be held at the Lethbridge Country Club, where friends and family are invited to gather to share stories and reminisce about the wonderful moments they shared with Tom.
In lieu of flowers, those who wish may donate to the Alzheimer’s Society in Tom’s memory(https://alzheimer.ca/ab/en/contact).
As we say goodbye, we celebrate the extraordinary life Tom lived, the love he shared, and the joy he brought into the lives of so many. His legacy of kindness, dedication, passion and love will forever be remembered and cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing him. May he rest in peace, reunited with his friends and loved ones, in eternal happiness.
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GOURLEY, Edward “Ted” GOURLEY In loving memory, we mourn the passing of EDWARD “TED” ROBERT GOURLEY. Ted passed away peacefully with family by his side, on Friday, June 23, 2023, at Legacy Lodge in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada at the age of 92 years.
Ted was a remarkable man who centered his life on love, faith, and a passion for the outdoors, particularly fishing. Throughout his life, he was a devoted family man who cherished the bond he shared with so many of his loved ones. Ted’s faith was unwavering and served as a guiding light; he was a man of compassion, kindness and integrity. He lived his life by this set of principles and inspired all who had the privilege of knowing him. He was also a man of service, always willing to lend a helping hand to friends, neighbours and those in need and will leave a lasting impact on the people and communities that he was a part of.
Ted was born in Raymond Alberta, to Edward and Amy Gourley on January 3, 1931. He received his education in Calgary at SAIT for his Electrician Certificate. After completing his schooling, Ted returned home to Picture Butte where he married the love of his life, Naida (Oler), in June 1951, who together raised their five children in Alberta and California. They were happily married for 61 years, before Naida’s passing in 2012. After being widowed, Ted found love and companionship again and married Helen Ames from Pincher Creek, who he was married to for nine years before Helen’s passing.
He will be forever loved and missed by his children: Debbie (Ty), Robin, Bob (Sharon), Kelly (Sten), and son-in-law Rand, as well as his stepchildren Deb (John), Lynne (Les), Lorna (Al), and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. There to greet him on the other side of the veil were his eternal companion Naida, his daughter Valerie and his second wife Helen.
A Viewing will be held at THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS, 2213 – 6A Avenue North, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, August 5, 2023 from 10:15 A.M. to 10:45 A.M., with a Funeral Service to follow at 11:00 A.M.
Following the Funeral Service, Ted will be laid to rest in Mountain View Cemetery, 1210 – Scenic Drive South, Lethbridge.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
GIACCHETTA, Georgina GIACCHETTA It is with great sadness and heavy hearts we announce the passing of GEORGINA GIACCHETTA at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Sunday, July 23rd, 2023, at the age of 91.
She is survived by her daughter Diane (Norman) Sincennes, their children and her precious grandchildren, Santina and Graysen, sister Helen (Doug) Campbell and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, good friends and neighbours.
She is predeceased by her loving and devoted husband, Felix, as well as her parents Antonia and John Krsa, sisters Marie, Frances and Anne, brother John, and brothers-in-law Thomas and Jim.
Georgina was born in Readymade on the farm on October 27, 1931, and lived there for most of her life before eventually moving to Coaldale in her later years. Georgina met and fell in love with Felix Giacchetta and on November 23, 1953, they were married. They went on to spend over 55 years together and were blessed with a daughter and later with a son-in-law who they couldn’t be more proud of. Then there are her precious grandchildren who were the joy of her life whether it was watching their sporting events and concerts, baking treats together, or making trips to the casino. She loved her family more than anything and always made sure everyone was happy and taken care of. She had immense strength and determination. As a nearly 30-year cancer survivor, she had to deal with her fair share of struggles, but she always managed to make the best of things. She was also incredibly hard working and spent decades on the farm gardening, raising chickens, and preparing delicious homemade meals and baked goods. Her genuine excitement to see you along with her generous support and constant encouragement will be greatly missed.
We would like to express our sincere thanks to the staff at the Sunny South Lodge and the Chinook Regional Hospital for the excellent care Georgina received as well as the kindness and support given to our family.
A Prayer Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, August 4, 2023 at 7:00 P.M. with Father Philip Le officiating.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. AMBROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 1513 – 23 Avenue, Coaldale, AB, on Saturday, August 5, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Philip Le celebrating.
Georgina will be laid to rest in a private Family Graveside in the Coaldale Community Cemetery at a later date.
In memory of Georgina, donations can be made to the charity of your choice.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
SCHNEYDER, Margaret SCHNEYDER MARGARET SCHNEYDER (née Szabo), beloved wife of Mike, passed away at the Good Samaritan Garden Vista, on Friday, July 21, 2023 at the age of 91.
Margaret (Mom) was born in Humberstone, Ontario, September 11, 1931. She moved with her parents and older brother to the Raymond area when she was one. Mom began school in Raymond and then moved with her family to the Barhill area in 1939. Her formal education ended in grade eight, when it became necessary for her to stay at home to care for her ailing mother and younger siblings.
She married Mike Schneyder in 1951 and they settled on their farm west of Magrath. In addition to caring for her young and growing family, she raised a huge garden, maintained the yard and cooked for the family and the crew that helped on the farm. Ever a hard worker, Mom also pitched in with farm tasks, doing everything from changing hand move sprinkler pipes to running the tractor and baler. Countless orphaned farm critters benefited from Mom’s nurturing and loving care.
In 1983, Mom and Dad moved from the farm and to a home in Magrath. Mom spent many hours in her yard, tending the flowers she loved and growing a smaller, but just as impressive garden.
Mom was a wonderful cook and baker, who could make a meal out of anything. Her kids, grandkids and great-grandkids were often the recipients of whatever treat she had made. The kids were especially fond of her strudel. And her grandkids will always recall weekly meals around her table for “Grandma Lunch Day”.
Mom’s greatest joy was her family. She loved her kids and adored her grandkids and great-grandkids. She was always available for babysitting and she sat through countless school plays, concerts, hockey games and other sporting events. Mom never missed important events in her family’s lives and was a generous and willing community volunteer.
Mom and Dad spent their last years together at the Diamond Willow Lodge and, later, the Good Samaritan in Magrath.
Margaret is predeceased by her loyal husband, Mike, and is survived by her loving children, Donna (Gord) Gillespie, Bob (Margo) Schneyder and their children Kyle (Sam) Schneyder John, Jack & Pete , Lacey (Peter) Lappin Sage, Sierra, Sophie & Finn , and Cole Schneyder Bodhi ; Diane (Gary) Stanford and their children Matthew (Melissa) Stanford Anna, Owen, Braeden & Liam , Sean Stanford Huxley & Macie , Megan Stanford Ward Cillian , Adam Stanford (Lisa Mulgrew) Chester and Amberley Stanford; Michael (Ilona) Schneyder and their children Mikey (Savannah) Schneyder Kinzee, Conner, Riley & Berkli and Melissa (Doug) Heins Brynnlee, Kianna & Cooper ; Larry (Lisa) Schneyder and their children, Jessica (Casey) Christensen Clay, Daisy, Ruby, Elsie & Charlie , Cody (Jenni) Schneyder Jay & Winnie , Sasha (Rick) Nevarez and Justin (Jaidyn) Schneyder.
She was a wonderful Mom, Grandma and Great Grandma, who will be lovingly remembered by all who knew her. We love you, Mom.
Special thanks to the dedicated staff at the Good Samaritan and Mom’s care companions for their kindness during these last years.
At Margaret’s request, no formal funeral will be held.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
EAGLE SPEAKER, Denise EAGLE SPEAKER DENISE RAE EAGLE SPEAKER, beloved wife of Mike Steele, passed away in Lethbridge, on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at the age of 50 years.
A Wake will be held at SENATOR GLADSTONE HALL, Blood Reserve, AB, on Monday, July 31, 2023 from 7:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M., then to Jim Jr. Shot Both Sides residence, continuing all night.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. MARY’S IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, Blood Reserve, AB, on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Benedicto Tugano IV celebrating.
Following the Funeral Mass, Denise will be laid to rest in the Steele Family Plot.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
STRAIN, Brian STRAIN BRIAN EARL STRAIN, of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family at the St. Michael’s Health Centre, on Wednesday July 26, 2023 at the age of 69 years.
He is survived by his children: Lila Henderson (Tyler Cseke), and Heather Strain; grandchildren: Laren, Hudson, Peyton, and Brett, of Lethbridge. He is also survived by his loving spouse Norah Fleming; her children Jenn (Bleu) Fleming-Baker and Kara Fleming; grandchildren: Mackenzie, Bayleigh, Wynter, Sylver, and great- granddaughter Amelia, of Lethbridge; brother Lloyd (Alice) Strain of Foremost; and sister Maryllyn (Bernard) Miller of Milk River; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
He is predeceased by parents, Doug and Esther Strain, and brother Dwain Strain.
He was born and raised in Foremost, AB, where he worked the family farm before venturing out on his own for oil drilling and custom combining. He returned to work on the family farm but called Lethbridge home once he started his own family. He was a dedicated farmer who took great pride in his work, but his greatest joy was his grandchildren.
Brian will lovingly be remembered by his family and friends for his kind soul, gentle spirit, shy smile, and outstanding work ethic. He was never one to draw attention to himself and has therefore requested no formal funeral, but friends and family are invited for an informal gathering at the LEGACY PAVILION in LEGACY REGIONAL PARK, 400 Blackwolf Blvd N Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, August 12, 2023, from 6:30 P.M. to 8:30 P.M.
Cremation entrusted with Cornerstone Funeral Home.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
OTWAY, Georgia OTWAY GEORGIA ANN OTWAY, beloved wife of the late Ernie Otway, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Friday, July 28, 2023 at the age of 76 years.
Arrangements will be announced when completed.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
SWANSON, Brenda SWANSON BRENDA ESTELLE SWANSON, of Lethbridge, Alberta, passed peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, July 20, 2023 at the age of 63 years.
Born on August 19, 1959 to Roy and M. Anita Swanson, Brenda is survived by her brother Paul (Lenny) Swanson; sister-in-law Lynn Swanson and their daughters, Stephanie and Lauren; her brother Ted (Kim) Swanson and their sons, Bryce and Ryan; her brother David Swanson and his kids: Tera (Remy), Alexander (Tia), Kerstin, Nikolas (Janise) and Gabrielle; her sister Rebecca (Kyle) Swanson; and her brother-in-law Dan (Judy) Rempel and Dan and her late sister Barbara’s kids: Curtis (Spenser) Rempel, Kit Rempel and Karmen Rempel. She became a proud great auntie when Alexander and Tia became the parents of Oscar and August.
She was predeceased by her parents Roy and Anita Swanson, and her sister Barbara (Dan) Rempel.
Brenda required additional support in school at a young age, which meant that she split her time between her family home in Milk River, and living with families in Lethbridge during the week so that she could go to school. She was enrolled in programs for students with Special Needs at Allan Watson, Hamilton Jr. High and Lethbridge Collegiate Institute. She then completed a program offered at the Lethbridge Community College. Around this time, the Lethbridge Rehabilitation Society was formed to give people with special needs a place to go and have useful and learning experiences outside the home. The LRS, which later became the Ability Resource Center, was a part of Brenda’s world her whole adult life, right up until the day she passed. She continued to live with caretakers until she was in her 40s, when she moved into her own apartment, and eventually, lived in her own house. She spent her last years in care facilities. For much of her life, she traveled throughout Lethbridge on her own. She knew all the bus routes and the drivers, and they knew her. Unfortunately, the staff at the hospital also got to know her very well, but they always took excellent care of her. There were a multitude of good people who were involved with Brenda throughout her life and enabled her to lead a full life. A huge thanks to all of you.
Brenda loved animals, and volunteered at the Lethbridge Humane Society, the Helen Schuler Nature Centre and music and pet stores. She considered herself an animal advocate. She was an avid bowler, and was well known for her dancing skills. Brenda looked for opportunities to take care of others. She loved her dolls like they were her babies, it was very stressful to her when they’d be misplaced! She loved music, especially the Beatles, but really any popular music from the 60’s and 70’s. She enjoyed going places with her family, eating out, shopping (new is always better!), hockey games and skiing in the winter.
Brenda was a very brave person and she faced her challenges head on and always did her best. She will be missed by all who knew her.
A Celebration of Brenda’s Life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Monday, August 7, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. with Dan Rempel officiating.
Cremation entrusted to Cornerstone Funeral Home.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
MERRICK, Shantel MERRICK Shantel Le-Ann Merrick passed away with her loving family by her side, on July 26, 2023 at the age of 38 years.
She is survived by her three children; Romeo, Jada and Destiny.
Service arrangements will be announced at a later date.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.salmonandsons.ca
SNOW, Barbara SNOW Barbara Snow, beloved wife of Gordon Snow, passed away on July 27, 2023 at the age of 88 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00pm on Monday July 31, 2023 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, RAYMOND STAKE HOUSE (2 N 200 W, Raymond AB).
Friends are welcome to meet with the family from 12:00 to 12:45pm prior to the Service at the church.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.salmonandsons.ca
MATHESON, Del DEL MATHESON 5/14/1940 – 7/29/2021 Delbert Duane “Del” was born the fourth son to Carl Bernard and Dagny Bakken Matheson at Estherville, Emmet County, Iowa, on 14 May 1940. His parents had purchased the old family farm established by his Norwegian paternal immigrant grandparents in 1900. All four of his grandparents were from Norway, and his two grandmothers had been close friends in Bergen. Something was missing in Del’s little family – a girl. When Del was four, he could finally brag of a little sister, Kathleen. His proud father then claimed that he had four sons, and each one had a sister. Little Del’s parents were strapped to the soil and would be considered poor farmers today, but the family didn’t seem to know that they were economically challenged, as most of their neighbors on the Iowa prairie were in the same circumstances in the 1940’s.
The writing was on the wall by 1950, so his parents weighed their options carefully and sold their “quarter” of land and gave up another rented parcel, quitting full-time farming. By this time, January 1952, Del’s older brothers were in their teens and Del and Kathleen were well into their elementary grades. They packed their things and moved nine miles across two Iowa townships to a very Danish community called Ringsted. The new community fit like a glove with new kids and interests and church activities. It was quite an idyllic little oasis tucked into the rich agricultural farm land of Iowa.
Del took school rather seriously, very much enjoying his teachers and classmates. He even took it to the point of rarely missing school for any reason, in thirteen years missing only one or two days of classes. Attendance was a big deal to him, as was academic achievement. He learned to be actively involved in music-related activities because of the quality programs at the school. This included being a great fan of the school’s athletic programs as well. For the last three years of high school, he also worked at the town’s vintage weekly newspaper, which was a great opportunity for him. A huge part of his youth was involved with raising purebred pigeons of about twenty breeds. This kept him off the streets and taught him responsibility. Del thrived amongst the Danes in Ringsted.
It was soon his job to get ready for college, so he orderly disposed of his hobbies and “graduated” from his splendid responsibilities in May of 1958. He squeezed four years of college into 3-l/4 years at Minnesota State University at Mankato, Minnesota and graduated in December of 1961. He began teaching high school English at 21 years of age in Springfield, Minnesota.
After earning his library masters’ degree in five more summers by commuting from the Midwest to Eugene, Oregon each June from 1964 to 1968, he graduated from the University of Oregon in August, 1968 with his Masters of Library Science and took the position he sought at Lane Community College in Eugene.
While at the University of Oregon, Del had met and courted the most wonderful woman he’d ever known, a Canadian woman, Marlene Raisbeck. They were married in Lethbridge, Alberta on 8 August 1970.
She was the daughter of Luke and Urilla Raisbeck, of Lethbridge. Del’s only child, a son, Ryan Luke, was born on 14 May 1974, on his father’s birthday. The greatest achievement of the Mathesons’ lives was raising a responsible son.
Del and Marlene operated a printing business, The Best Little Printhouse in Town, for 22 years, starting in February of 1980. They sold it in 2001 and very much enjoyed being retired for 20 years. Del was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for 52 years, and for 48 years was actively involved in The Sons of Norway Lodge, with great friendships and service in both organizations.
Both Del and Marlene were extremely ill with Covid 19 in March of 2021, and Del’s lovely wife Marlene died of Covid complications on 14 March of that year. Del died in Eugene, Oregon of heart failure and perhaps a broken heart with the loss of Marlene.
He is survived by his son Ryan (Ursula) of Portland, one brother Richard (Ruth) of Nora Springs, Iowa, one sister-in-law (also Ruth) of Des Moines, Iowa, one sister Kathleen (Mrs. Arthur Olsen) of Florida, about three dozen nieces and nephews and other great relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Leonard (Sharon, deceased) and Ralph (Ruth).
YAWNEY, David YAWNEY Nov. 29, 1949 – July 27, 2023 David Paul Yawney, beloved husband of Jeanne Yawney of Raymond, Alberta, passed away at home on July 27th at the age of 73 years.
David was the devoted father of Jeremy (Rachel), Matt (Becky), Mark (Jody), Jilliane (Stephen), Davis (Eliza), and he was a fun-loving, proud grandfather to his 12 grandchildren.
David also leaves behind his spunky mother, Mary Yawney, of 95 years, and his siblings Roseline Rice, Eugenia Martin (Curtis), Joseph Yawney (Lucy), Gailine Boice (Dale), Cathenia Draper (Bryan), and Maryann Bilben (Blake). He is predeceased by his dear brother, Konrad Yawney (Carla) and his father, Paul Yawney.
David approached life with faith, optimism, and resourcefulness. He was a favourite hiking buddy, a trusty handyman, a backyard birder, an unrivaled wrestler, a dedicated gardener, a farmer at heart, a man of faith, and so much more.
He was a constant companion to Jeanne, his wife of 50 years. One of his favourite stories to tell was of the day they met and how he knew from the moment he saw her that they were meant to be together.
A memorial service will be held in his honour at 2 pm on Tuesday, August 1st at the Knight Street Chapel, Raymond, AB. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the ALS Society of Alberta.
To send condolences please go to http://www.generationsfh.ca
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