Friday, September 6, 2024

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on September 6, 2024.

CROFT, Darrell Darrell Croft 1957 – 2024 Darrell Leslie Croft, beloved husband of Willemina Croft, passed away in Lethbridge on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at the age of 67 years. The Funeral Service will be held at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Saturday, September 7, 2024 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. Those who are unable to attend and wish to view the service online may do so by visiting Darrell’s obituary page on our website and clicking on the livestream link that will be available at 10:45 A.M. on Saturday, September 7, 2024. Barring any technical difficulties, the livestream will begin at 11:00 A.M. Besides his loving wife Willemina and their son Ian, Darrell is survived by his brothers Brian (Rona) Croft and Doug (Angela) Croft and their families. He is also survived his sister-in-law Jannette (Jerry) Maedel and family. He was predeceased by his son Liam Croft, his parents James and Mary Croft and by his father-in-law William Byde-Vaate. Darrell was born in Revelstoke, British Columbia on May 23, 1957. In his earlier years, he worked on a summer trail crew as a labor and crew foreman and later as the Assistant Chief Park Interpreter for Parks Canada. He received a Bachelor of Music degree and a Fine Arts diploma before spending a number of years teaching music in Nanton, Stavely, Taber and Barnwell. Darrell participated in many concert bands, jazz ensembles, pep bands, pit orchestras, choral ensembles and musicals over the years. He was a graduate of the University of British Columbia’s Opera Program and had a Masters degree in Opera Performance. He also had extensive experience with musical theatre, including with the University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge Symphony Association and Lethbridge Musical Theatre. He was well known and well respected in his teaching, music and theatre communities. His time working with Taber Players was a true joy in his life. Darrell had a keen interest in areas of historical significance and authored several articles for the local newspaper, had experience working with and handling historical artifacts and was dedicated to the promotion of the rich history of Alberta. Darrell’s proudest accomplishment was his family. He married Willemina Byde-Vaate on July 25, 1992 and together raised two amazing sons. He will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by those who knew him. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Darrell’s name may be made directly to the Barnwell School (band program), Box 160, Barnwell, Alberta T0K 0B0. Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

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BELLEW, Lyle BELLEW LYLE LEROY BELLEW, of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Monday, September 2, 2024 at the age of 72 years.
As per Lyle’s wishes, no funeral service will be held.

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

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VAN DELLEN, Judith “Judy” VAN DELLEN JUDITH “JUDY” BURDELLA LIND VAN DELLEN, passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus on August 22, 2024 with her daughter by her side.
Judith was predeceased by her husband Roger (1993) and her daughter Karen (2009).
She is survived by her son Forbes (Yvonne) and their three children, Michele (Richard) and their three children, Troy and his three children, Jason (Beth-Anna) and their three children; her daughter Sheryl (Gene) and their four children, Rebecca (Darren) and their four children, Kristin (Mark) and their three children; Jodi; and Jonathan (Rayleen). Judith is also survived by Karen’s three children, Charity and her three children, Joshua (Cindy) and their three children, and Dallas (Nancy) and their five children.
She leaves behind 27 great-grandchildren, and was beloved by all of her nieces and nephews.
Judy was a faithful member of the Claresholm Pentecostal Assembly where she taught Sunday School for 30 continuous years and had the privilege of having all of her 10 grandchildren attend her class.
Judy taught school before she married. She was very particular about spelling and punctuation. She was one of the very few who could tell you the rules for the use of “me” vs. “I.” Her desk was filled with books of completed crossword puzzles up to her final year.
She farmed with Roger east of Claresholm for all her farming life.
Mom/Gram/Aunt Judy had interest in people particularly, her immediate family and extended family. She had amassed a century of knowledge. Judy knew everyone’s birthdates and wedding anniversaries from memory. She regularly sent out birthday cards to grandchildren and great-grandchildren. When we were unsure of a person’s date of birth, we just had to consult her and we got the correct answer every time.
She prayed regularly for all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 P.M. on September 20, 2024 at the ONE LIFE CHURCH – 501 40 Street South, Lethbridge, AB with Reverend Gary Taitinger officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Blessing the Children Million Meals Project in care of Rick & Sheila Lamb. To donate please call 403-439-0596 or email giving@blessingthechildren.ca.

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

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BAUMAN, David “Dave” BAUMAN DAVID “DAVE” BAUMAN, of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Jean Bauman, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Wednesday, September 4th, 2024 at the age of 79 years.
Arrangements will be announced once completed.

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

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SWEETGRASS, Herbert “Bucks” SWEETGRASS HERBERT “BUCKS” SWEETGRASS, of the Blood Reserve, passed away at Edith Cavell Care Centre, on Friday, August 30, 2024 at the age of 67 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to pay their respects during a Viewing at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Monday, September 9, 2024 from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M.
Following the Viewing, Herbert will be laid to rest in the Sweetgrass Family Plot.

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

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BAILIE, Carson CARSON BAILIE 1944 – 2024 Mr. Carson T. Bailie, passed away at the St. Michael’s Palliative Care Unit on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at the age of 80 years.
A Celebration of Life will be held after harvest, per Carson’s wishes.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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CARAVAGGIO, Alexandro “Alex” ALEXANDRO “ALEX” CARAVAGGIO 1937 – 2024 Mr. Alexandro “Alex” Caravaggio of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Marianna Caravaggio, passed away surrounded by family at Edith Cavell Care Centre on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at the age of 86 years.
Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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ZANDBERG, Henry HENRY ZANDBERG 1943 – 2024 Mr. Henry Zandberg of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Tally Zandberg, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Friday, August 30th, 2024, at the age of 81 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 PM, on Saturday September 7, 2024, at GRACE REFORMED CHURCH, 1402 8 AVENUE NORTH, Lethbridge, Alberta with Pastor Paul Van Stralen officiating.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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SKRETTING, Dianne DIANNE SKRETTING 1944 – 2024 Mrs. Dianne Skretting, passed away at home on Monday, September 2, 2024, at the age of 79 years.
Cremation entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapel.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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HULSTEINLOUISAKAYHULSTEINFROMNA HULSTEIN LOUISA KAY HULSTEIN from Nanton, AB., passed away June 29, 2024 at the age of 72. Beloved wife of John Hulstein. She will be greatly missed.

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HUDGINS, William “Bill” WILLIAM HUDGINS 1944 – 2024 Mr. William “Bill” Hudgins of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Diana Hudgins, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at the age of 80 years.
Cremation entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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STRONKS, Dick DICK STRONKS 1936 – 2024 Mr. Dick Stronks of Picture Butte, beloved husband of Mrs. Ina Stronks, passed away peacefully, after a lengthy illness at Piyami Place on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at the age of 88 years.
Dick was born on March 18, 1936 in Aalten, Netherlands. The Stronks family immigrated to Canada in 1953 when Dick was 17 years old. The family resided in the Turin area, working for area farmers and eventually ended up in Iron Springs.
Dick married the love of his life, Ina, on July 5, 1960 and welcomed 6 children into the world. They were blessed to raise their 4 daughters and one son to adulthood, building their own lives and families resulting in 14 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren thus far.
They purchased their own farm in 1966 near Picture Butte. They are long time members of the Iron Springs Christian Reformed Church and active participants of the greater Picture Butte community.
Dick was a fixture on coffee row in Picture Butte for many years, where he developed many close relationships. He loved getting in his truck, checking out feedlots, crops and anything else that was going on in the countryside. His interest in farming never dwindled, right until the end.
Besides his loving wife Ina, Dick is survived by his daughters Cindy (Allan) Bouwers, Paulette (John) Dykstra, Jacalyn (Martin) Van Nistelrooy, Pam (Jan) Piro; son Ed (Shirley) Stronks; 14 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; sisters Alice (Hank) Brouwer, Diny (Roelof) Scholten, Willimien (Henry) Slomp, JoAnne (Doug) Montgomery, Maryann (John) Horlings; brothers John (Irene) Stronks, Ben Stronks, Hank (Rose) Stronks, Bill (Alina) Stronks as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families.
Dick was predeceased by his parents Gerrit and Gertruida Stronks; infant son Gerald and one sister-in-law Sandra.
We invite Dick and Ina’s siblings and all in laws to join the immediate family for a viewing between 5:00pm and 6:00pm on Sunday, September 8, 2024 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Celebration of Dick’s Life will be held at 11:00am on Monday, September 9, 2024 at IRON SPRINGS CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH, with Pastor Tom Van Milligen officiating. A private family graveside service will be held prior at 10:00am.
To watch the service via livestream, please go to Hhttps://www.youtube.com/@ironspringscrc3875″ Iron Springs CRC – YouTube
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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EVINS, Patricia “Pat” PATRICIA “PAT” EVINS 1962 – 2024 Mrs. Patricia “Pat” Evins of Coaldale, beloved wife of the late Mr. Stephen Evins, passed away at Coaldale Health Centre on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at the age of 62 years.
Cremation entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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