Friday, July 12, 2024

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on July 12, 2024.

SWEETGRASS, Guy

SWEETGRASS GUY JORDAN SWEETGRASS, grandson of Catherine and the late Clifford Sweetgrass, passed away in Magrath, AB on July 3, 2024 at the age of 34 years.
A Wake Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, South Hill Chapel, Cardston (950 Main St) on Sunday, July 14 from 7:00 – 11:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at South Hill Chapel, Cardston on Monday, July 15 at 11:00 am. Interment will take place in the Sweetgrass Family Cemetery.
To send a condolence please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca.

MCKENNA, James

JAMES RENE MCKENNA Oct 13, 1935 – Oct 03, 2023 James (Jim) McKenna passed away peacefully October 03, 2023, surrounded by his wife and children.
Jim was predeceased by his parents; James and Edna (Hicks) McKenna, daughter; Laurie, brothers; Walter and Stephen.
Jim is survived by his wife Susan (Sue). Daughters; Sharon McKenna, Melodye (Rick) Earl, Celia Pink and Heather Hagen. Sons; James (Dyenna), Fred (Anne).
He is also survived by sixteen grandchildren, four great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews and siblings; Joseph (Joe) and Sue Amirault.
Jim was born in Liverpool, Nova Scotia. But was raised, in simpler times, (youth), on the family farm in Pubnico, NS. The family farm was close to the ocean. Giving him his everlasting love of the sea.
As a young boy Jim had his own trap line, and sometimes he would spend the night in the woods. In his youth Jim would catch fish and sell them door to door. Jim was always finding ways to earn money for the extras the were not in the family budget.
When Jim was in his youth he joined the Army reserve. When he was of age he joined the regular Army, being sent to BC for training. Jim spent time in Korea. On his discharge from the Army, he headed to BC. Where he lived most of his life.
Jim always had the desire to travel. Which served him well with his various jobs. Jim had many talents, draftsman, carpenter, glazier, truck driver. Most noted for his sharp mind, being able to tackle math in his head. Which was very helpful when Celsius was introduced and Jim was able to convert building plan measurements instantly.
Jim’s love of travel continued on after his retirement. Jim and Sue bought a motorhome and continued to travel. Visiting children and grandchildren and spending winters in warmer weather.
Jim was blessed with a quick wit and was always willing to create a bit of a good-natured mischief.
Along with his quick wit, was his instant smile.
A Celebration of Jim’s Life will be held July 20th, 2024, 1:00 pm. At the Church of Jesus Christ of Later-day Saints, TAYLOR STREET CHAPEL, Raymond AB, Relief Society Room.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.salmonandsons.ca

SPARKS, Brian

SPARKS BRIAN SPARKS of Lethbridge, born on December 4th, 1962 in Taber, and beloved husband of Sandra Clay-Sparks, passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early morning hours of July 6th, 2024, at Legacy Lodge after a decades-long battle with MS. He is survived by his children Nickole (Odin and Izyk Ellinson), Jason, and Ashley Sparks, his mother Muriel, and his siblings Raeann (Dennis, Maryel, and Liam), Ken (Carol and Caitlyn), and Darrel (Renee).
Brian took pleasure in the simple things in life, like a good fishing spot, a nice fat cat who wanted to be pet, an engine he could make run better or faster, or anything he could tinker with to figure out how it worked, and how he could make it work better. He was fluent in sarcasm and had a quick wit, until his very last day. Brian was a unique man and will leave a massive hole in the hearts of those who he was close to.
Brian’s life and memory will be honored at a Celebration of Life, that will be held on Sunday, July 14th, 2024 at PARKBRIDGE ESTATES COMMUNITY HALL, 2920 – 29th Avenue South, Lethbridge AB. The celebration will begin at 1:00 P.M. and go until 4:00 P.M. Some refreshments will be provided, but the family asks that guests bring a side dish or dessert of their choosing, if they should wish to contribute.
Brian will be laid to rest on Monday, July 15th, 2024, during a private service at Mountain View Cemetery.

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

ANDERSON, Muriel

ANDERSON Our beloved Mom, MURIEL ANDERSON, cherished wife of the late Charles Anderson, passed away July 8, 2024, at the Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge, at the age of 94 years.
We are very grateful for the many years we had with Mom. She will be incredibly missed.
A Private Family Graveside Service will be held at the Village of Champion Cemetery, where Muriel will be laid to rest with her husband Charles.

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

MAMULA, Gabriel (Gabby)

MAMULA February 3, 1945 – March 27, 2024 With heavy hearts the family of GABRIEL (GABBY) MAMULA mourns his peaceful passing into the loving embrace of Jesus.
A Celebration of Life will take place July 13, 2024 at 1:00 P.M. at PARK MEADOWS BAPTIST CHURCH 2011 15 Avenue North, Lethbridge, Alberta.

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

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