Tuesday, August 27, 2024

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on August 27, 2024.

DOMOLEWSKI, Ruth

Ruth Domolewski 1934 – 2024 Ruth Irene Domolewski, beloved wife of the Late Henry “Hank” Domolewski, passed away in Lethbridge on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at the age of 90 years. The Funeral Service will be held at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com. Those who are unable to attend and wish to view the service online may do so by visiting Ruth’s obituary page on our website and clicking on the livestream link that will be available at 1:45 P.M. on Thursday, August 29, 2024. Barring any technical difficulties, the livestream will begin at 2:00 P.M. Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

JANZEN, Pete

PETE JANZEN 1936 – 2024 Pete Janzen of Vauxhall, beloved husband of Colleen Janzen, passed away suddenly in Lethbridge, Alberta on August 22, 2024, at the age of 88 years.
Pete was born at Wembly, AB, in 1936 to Frank & Anna Janzen. He was the youngest of five children: Frank Jr. (deceased), Mary (deceased), Annie (deceased) & Katie of Coaldale, AB. Pete’s family moved to Vauxhall in 1939 to start farming. He went to school at Rossiland Country School from grades 1 – 4 at which time the country school was closed. He then attended school in Vauxhall until the completion of grade 8. After grade 8, his parents moved to Niagara Falls, Ontario where Pete attended Stamford Collegiate Institute.
In 1954 Pete returned to Vauxhall. Here he met and eventually married Colleen Halverson in July 1960. Pete & Colleen have 4 children: Cindy (Kevin) Gertzen, and their children Rylan (Ashley) & Braden; son Kim Janzen; daughter Kyla (Ron) Yaroslawsky, and their daughter Corbin (Riley); daughter Kerri (Tom) Meir and their children Paige (Ken) & Brodey (Melissa). Pete has four great grandchildren with one more on the way in January of 2025; and sisters in law Marion Halverson and Yvonne Dunn.
Pete was predeceased by his parents Frank Sr. & Anna Janzen; in-laws Ken & Verna Halverson; brother Frank Jr; sisters Anna and Mary; & many other family members too numerous to mention, lovingly missed all the same.
A Funeral Service will be held at 2:30 pm, on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta, with Alana Johnson, officiating.
A private family Graveside Service will take place prior at the Vauxhall Cemetery.
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BERRY, Douglas

DOUGLAS BERRY 1950 – 2024 Douglas James Berry of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Diana Lynn Berry passed away suddenly at home on August 21, 2024, at the age of 73 years.
Doug was the third son of Frank and Doris Berry. Being raised in Waterton Park created a deep-rooted love for the outdoors which included skiing, golf, fishing, and taking trips on the open road. On July 27, 1991, Doug married Diana and his enthusiasm for life and adventure extended into their many years together.
Doug was known for his great love of high-performance vehicles, most notably motorcycles, which resulted in extensive travel throughout Canada and the US. His 30-year commitment to teaching motorcycle riding at Lethbridge Polytechnic afforded him the joy of working with and motivating students to learn to ride with confidence and excitement. Doug also served as Maintenance Supervisor for Housing Services at the University of Lethbridge for over 21 years. After his retirement, Doug’s penchant for ensuring everything he touched was left in good condition led him to Sport Chek where he worked part-time in the repair department.
Besides his loving wife Diana, Doug is survived by his son John (Bernadine) Wojtowicz; his brother Robert (Dani) Berry; sisters-in-law Shirley (Glen) Berry and Sharee (Peter) Berry; as well as his extended family.
Doug was predeceased by his parents Frank and Doris, and his brothers Glen and Peter.
A Visitation will be held at 1:00 pm, on Friday, August 30, 2024, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Funeral Service will follow at 2:00 pm, on Friday, August 30, 2024, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta with Reverend Trevor Potter, officiating.
To watch the service via livestream, please go to https://www.mbfunerals.com/obituary/Douglas-Berry to access the link.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada.
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CLEGHORN, Gary

GARY CLEGHORN 1955 – 2024 Mr. Gary Cleghorn of Picture Butte, beloved husband of Mrs. Brenda Cleghorn, passed away peacefully, surrounded by Brenda, Ryan, Ashley, Jalayne and Jeff at St. Michael’s Palliative Care Centre on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at the age of 69 years.
Cremation entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.
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BOGUSKY, Donald “Don”

DONALD “DON” BOGUSKY 1937 – 2024 Donald Frank Bogusky of Lethbridge, beloved husband of 62 years with Dorothy (DeBoer) Bogusky, passed away peacefully at Edith Cavell Care Centre on August 20, 2024.
Besides his loving and devoted wife Dot, Don will be lovingly remembered by his daughters Tracy (Marcel) Vanden Dungen, Brandy Bogusky (Krish Ray) and son Mark Bogusky. Don is very proud of and will be greatly missed by his grandchildren Dynae (Matt) Stamp, Jaimin (Kendra) Vanden Dungen, Raeleen Vanden Dungen, Rhys Vanden Dungen, Callum Vanden Dungen and his great grandchildren Lucy, Nora, Amelia & Gianna Stamp and Easton, Harper, Everleigh & Olivia Vanden Dungen. He will also be fondly remembered and missed by his brother Alfred (Ann Pappert) Bogusky, sister-in-law Irene Bogusky, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Don was predeceased by his parents Frank and Mildred (Kostelnik) Bogusky; brothers Roy Bogusky and Frank Jr. Bogusky; niece Renae Bogusky and great grandson Tate Stamp.
A Prayer Service will be held at 6:00 pm, on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am, on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at ST. MARTHA’S PARISH, 355 COLUMBIA BLVD WEST, Lethbridge, Alberta, with Father William Monis, celebrant. To watch the service via livestream, please go to https://www.mbfunerals.com/obituary/DonaldDon-Bogusky
A private family Interment will be held in Mountain View Cemetery.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Those who wish, memorial donations may be made to Edith Cavell Care Centre 1255 5 Avenue S Lethbridge, Alberta.
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GRISNICH, Alice

ALICE GRISNICH 1929 – 2024 Psalm 73:26 “My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” On August 22, 2024, at the age of 95 years, our Lord and Savior took to Himself Alice Grisnich, who passed away peacefully with her family by her side.
Alice Grisnich was born on March 15, 1929, to Martin and Susanna Visser in Oud Beijerland, the Netherlands.
She will be greatly missed by her children Suzanna (Henk) van Rhee and Raymond (Elly) Grisnich, and all her grandchildren and great grandchildren; sisters-in- law Elizabeth Visser, Grada Leeuwenburgh, Ank Grisnich, Ann Brink, Tine Grisnich, and Gerie Grisnich.
She was predeceased by her dear husband; Reyer (Ray) Grisnich; daughter Gerda Grisnich; parents Martin and Susanna Visser; parents in-law, Reyer and Gerarda Grisnich; all her siblings and many in-laws.
It was moms greatest joy to see her families around her and never a day went by that she didn’t express love for her Lord and Savior and how she was so comforted by His nearness. Even through the last weeks of her life, when weakness and confusion ruled her earthly body, she could rejoice in the Lord, and with all the power she had, sang the words of Psalm 121.
I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help.
My help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth.
He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not
slumber.
Behold, he that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep.
The Lord is thy keeper: the Lord is thy shade upon thy right hand.
The sun shall not smite thee by day, nor the moon by night.
The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul.
The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this
time forth, and even for evermore.
It was her wish and is the family’s prayer that all those on this side of eternity that knew mom, will also be able to rejoice in the goodness of God.
Condolences will be held from 7:00pm to 8:00pm on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:30am on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at BETHEL FREE REFORMED CHURCH, AB-3B Monarch, Alberta. A private family burial will be held prior.
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EAKIN, Patricia “Pat”

PATRICIA GRACE EAKIN 1935 – 2024 Eakin, Patricia (Pat) Eakin, of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Gordon Eakin, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2024, at the age of 88. Pat is survived by Joanne (Erv) Fehr of Lethbridge, Lisa (Willard) Stuparyk of Saskatoon and Dale (Maggie) Eakin of Calgary. She is also survived by 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
Patricia will be privately remembered by her loving friends and family.
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WALDNER, Jacob

WALDNER JACOB G. WALDNER, of Fairlane Colony, beloved husband of Mary Waldner, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family on Monday, August 26, 2024 at the age of 89 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at FAIRLANE COLONY, Skiff, AB, on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 11:00 A.M.
Following the Funeral Service, Jacob will be laid to rest in the Fairlane Colony Cemetery.

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FERGUSON, Marjorie

FERGUSON MARJORIE MARY-JANE FERGUSON, of Calgary, formerly of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Richard Ferguson, passed away peacefully at St. Marguerite Manor in Calgary, on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at the age of 91 years.
Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.

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MACHACEK, Stanley

MACHACEK STANLEY MACHACEK, beloved husband of Kathy Machacek, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at the age of 89 years. Besides his loving wife of 66 years, Kathy, Stanley is survived by their two sons, Myron (Henriette) and Perry (Lori); as well as his six grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren, with his family still continuing to grow. He is also survived by his younger brother Vince (Betty) Machacek.
He was predeceased by his parents, and two older brothers, Frank (Josie) and Charlie (Sophie) Machacek.
Stanley was born on October 4, 1934 in Cranford, AB. He was raised on the family farm and was the third of four boys born to Joseph and Betty Machacek.
Stanley and Kathy were married on April 12, 1958, settling in the Turin area, where they started their own farming operation.
Stanley lived a long and simple life, never complex and always with good and honest intentions. Stanley’s biggest passion was the farm. There was not a day that went by where you couldn’t find him checking the crops or the cattle. He was very much dedicated to what he had built, which continued up until the day he passed. He would constantly be asking about the farm, how the harvest was going and how the calving season had fared.
Stanley, along with Kathy, lived their married life committed to the Catholic Church. Their strong faith helped them build a strong family foundation. Stanley was a member of the Picture Butte Knights of Columbus and also held the position of Grand Knight.
Grandpa is deeply loved and will be dearly missed. He is now in God’s loving hands.
A Prayer Vigil will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 7:00 P.M. with Sharon Hagel officiating.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405 – 12 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, August 30, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Santiago Torres celebrating.
Following the Funeral Mass, Stanley will be laid to rest in a private Family Graveside Service in Mountain View Cemetery.
Please join us for a celebration of Stanley’s Life at the Italian Canadian Cultural Centre, 1511 St. Edwards Blvd. North, Lethbridge, AB, from 12:30 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

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PROVOST, Melvin

MELVIN PROVOST 1953 – 2024 Melvin Peter Provost Kiyii (Dry Meat), passed away peacefully on August 23, 2024, at the age of 71 years. A Family Wake Service will be held between 4:00PM – 5:00 PM on Thursday, August 29th, 2024, at Eden’s Funeral Home, 2424-5th Ave, Fort Macleod, AB, followed by a public Wake Service between 5:00PM – 10:00 PM. A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, August 30th, 2024, at the Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church, 2604-3rd Ave, Fort Macleod, AB, with Father Benedicto Tugano Officiating.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.edensfuneralhome.com

FULLER, Michael

MICHAEL FULLER 1958 – 2024 Mr. Michael Delos Fuller of Lethbridge, born in Taber, Alberta on November 22, 1958, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Friday, June 21, 2024, at the age of 65 years.
Michael will be sadly missed by his sisters Bonnie Fuller and Mary Ann Fuller.
He was predeceased by his father Delos Fuller; his mother Phyllis Valgardson; and sister Gail Fuller.
The world has lost a kind and gentle soul.
A Celebration of Michael’s Life will be held at 11:00 am, on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta.
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RUSSELL, Phyllis

PHYLLIS RUSSELL 1934 – 2024 Mrs. Phyllis Russell of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Richard Russell, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital, on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at the age of 89 years.
Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Riverview Chapel.
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