Tuesday, September 17, 2024

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on September 17, 2024.

RED CROW, Kaiden

RED CROW – SMALL EYES Kaiden Lukas Jaden Lee Red Crow – Small Eyes passed away on September 10, 2024 in Stand Off, Alberta at the age of 13 years.
A Wake Service will be held at the Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston, Alberta on Thursday, September 19, 2024 from 4:00 – 8:00 pm and continuing all night at house 214, Stand Off. The Funeral Service will be at the Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston on Friday, September 20 at 11:00 am. Interment will take place in the Small Eyes Cemetery.
To send a condolence please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca.

MACHACEK, Frank

Frank Machacek 1942 – 2024 Frank John Machacek, beloved husband of Linda Machacek, passed away in Taber on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at the age of 81 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 6:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, September 18, 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.
Besides his loving wife, Frank is survived and remembered by his children Annette (Don) Widmer and her family Jesse (Crystal) Wolfer and their children Joshua and Emmeline, and Valerica Wolfer; Patrick (Angela) Machacek and their children Peyton and Hannah. Frank is also survived by his brothers and sister Joe (Lillian) Machacek, Mary Krizan, Al (Jennie) Machacek and Jerry (Eleanor) Machacek; sister-in-law Marg McCulloch, and their families.
He was predeceased by his parents Floyd and Anna Machacek, infant sister Lydia, his father and mother-in-law Robert and Lillian Paterson, son-in-law Murray Wolfer, brother-in-law John Krizan, brother-in-law Bill Paterson, brother and sister-in-law Nick and Sharon Czibere and brother-in-law Dave McCulloch.
Frank was born on October 16, 1942, on Floyd and Anna’s farm southeast of Taber. He attended primary school in Taber and was a member of the first graduating class of St. Mary’s High School in 1960. It was fitting that Frank was born during sugar beet harvest season as he and his brothers farmed together with their father in those early years. He purchased a farm of his own in 1966 south of the Taber Sugar Factory where he and Linda (née Paterson) would reside for the next forty five years after their marriage in November of 1966. The Machacek farm remained a central part of Frank and Linda’s lives for over four decades as they raised their children, hosted numerous family get-togethers, and in their later years saw their grandchildren experience and enjoy the family farm.
In 2011, Frank and Linda moved into Taber where they resided until his passing. Over the years, they often traveled with family and friends, including Patrick and Angela’s wedding in Slovenia in 1995 and their cruise up the Amazon during their twenty fifth wedding anniversary in 1991. But Frank was happiest to spend time with family, whether it was camping at Elkwater with his kids and grandchildren, or attending Annette’s marriage to Don Widmer in June of 2023.
Frank and Linda were most at home with company at the dinner table, sharing a meal and a fresh pot of coffee, and great conversation. He will be fondly remembered for his warm smile, generous demeanor, and was always up for a game of cribbage or a visit with family and friends. Even throughout his final days as his health was failing, Frank kept up his warmth toward others and sense of humor. He deeply appreciated the many family and friends who visited him in the hospital and everyone who sent along their thoughts and prayers.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

COOLE, Dean

DEAN COOLE 1953 – 2024 Mr. Dean Coole of Lethbridge, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Marcia Coole, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Friday, September 13, 2024, at the age of 71 years.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 St. South, Lethbridge, AB.
Flowers are gratefully declined. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alberta Children’s Hospital, https://www.childrenshospital.ab.ca/
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

SKRETTING, Betty “Dianne”

BETTY “DIANNE” SKRETTING 1944 – 2024 Mrs. Betty “Dianne” Skretting, passed away at home on Monday, September 2, 2024, at the age of 79 years.
A Celebration of Life for Dianne Skretting will be held on Saturday, September 21st, 2024. An open house will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m, 941 10 STREET SOUTH. Refreshments will be provided. Come share your stories of this lovely woman.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

MAZUTINEC, Steve

MAZUTINEC Steve Mazutinec, beloved husband of Betty Lou Mazutinec, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2024, at the age of 82 years.
A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, September 20, 2024, at Christensen Salmon Generations Funeral Home at 11:00 am. Friends may meet the family prior to the service from 10:00 to 10:50 am. Interment will follow in the Stirling Cemetery.
To send a message of condolence please visit http://www.generationsfh.ca

LOEDEMAN, Heather

HEATHER LOEDEMAN 2009 – 2024 Ms. Heather Loedeman, passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at the age of 14 years.
Condolences will be held at 7:00 pm, on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at NETHERLANDS REFORMED CONGREGATION OF PICTURE BUTTE. 601 3A St, Picture Butte, Alberta.
A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 am, on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at NETHERLANDS REFORMED CONGREGATION OF PICTURE BUTTE. 601 3A St, Picture Butte, with Reverend E.C. Adams, officiating.
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DETERS, Leanne

LEANNE DETERS 1967 – 2024 Mrs. Leanne Deters of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Mr. Morley Deters, passed away at home on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at the age of 57 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, September 28, 2024, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, AB.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

YELLOW OLD WOMAN, Sylvia

SYLVIA YELLOW OLD WOMAN 1945 – 2024 Mrs. Sylvia Yellow Old Woman of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Fred Yellow Old Woman, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the St. Michael’s Palliative Care Unit on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at the age of 79 years.
A Prayer Service will be held at 1:00pm on Tuesday September 17, 2024 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta. The Wake service will follow at the GORDON YELLOWFLY MEMORIAL ARBOUR on the Siksika Nation.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am, on Wednesday September 18, 2024, at the GORDON YELLOWFLY MEMORIAL ARBOUR. Interment to follow at the CANON STOCKTON CEMETERY.
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REICHERT, Ronald “Ron”

REICHERT RONALD “RON” REICHERT, of Lethbridge, passed away suddenly at his home on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at the age of 79 years.
Ronald Joseph Reichert was born August 2, 1945. He led a beautiful, difficult, and complex life, as do all humans. Born in Macklin, Saskatchewan to Albert and Katherine Reichert, he was blessed to have a big, farm family and life.
He is survived by his two children, siblings and their families: son, Brent Ronald Reichert; daughter, Lynn Marie Reichert – Trotz; son-in-law, Marcus Joseph Trotz; and granddaughter Alyssa Emily Reichert – Trotz. Or as he called her, Little Lizzy. He is also survived by his siblings: Lorriane and Valetine Sander, Theresa Reichert – in Heaven with dad, Richard Reichert – (Celine Reichert – also holding my dad’s hand in heaven at present), Doloris Reichert, Norbert (Rick) and Carol Reichert, and Marianne Reichert; and special friends, Patricia Doreen Reichert, Shirley Hemmitt and Brent Hemmitt.
Ron was an incredibly talented, and smart man. If something or someone was needing to be fixed, you called him. He set out on his own at 16, as people of his generation on farms did. He lived as a farm hand with various families until he moved to Unity, Saskatchewan and secured his first real job with Pools Autobody where he became a Body man. Again, he loved fixing things and trying to make things right. He loved cars, as he would say so many times “the purr of a Hemi Engine”… and then be quiet, as if only him and God could have appreciated that sound.
He met and married Pat Kerr shortly thereafter and they started their journey together, which led them to Thompson, Manitoba. Both would laugh and say they had no idea what they were getting into, or how long that road was into the north, but they did it. Pioneers. They found one another again in the past few years as friends. Telling tales of good and bad, and enjoying their family together.
Both Brent and Lynn were born in Thompson, and many, many great years were had at Paint Lake, with Ron teaching the kids the love of the outdoors, fishing, boating, sledding. Those were the golden years.
Ron worked his way up quickly as a body man at a little garage on 40 Station Road, that would become part of his legacy. He became the part owner with Dave and Margaret Krueger, and Larry and Joanne Radics of Three Way Chrysler. They worked so hard but man did they have a good time. Eventually he went on to handle the reins on his own until he retired and sold roughly 20 years ago. It still stands tall, as Thompson Chrysler. Quite amazing, if one stops to really think of it.
He spent his retirement at their cabin on paint lake, Lethbridge AB and Palm Springs with his former partner Shirley Hemmitt, close to family and friends, he loved to golf, (go see his name engraved at Evergreen Golf Course), curl, and spend time on his beloved acreage. Ron loved music, especially old country music. He also enjoyed dancing, and would with each opportunity that arose.
He passed suddenly and peacefully on that beloved piece of land September 4, 2024. He is at rest. He would love if you smiled when he crosses your mind from time to time. May we all learn a lesson about how to live with a passion for life, for family, hard work, and a dedication to “doing the right thing”. May he be at peace now.
A Celebration of Ron’s life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, September 20, 2024 at 1:00 P.M. with Pat Siedlecki officiating.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at ST. BASIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 604 – 13 Street North, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Santiago Torres celebrating.
Both the Celebration of Life and Funeral Mass will be live-streamed and may be viewed through Ron’s obituary on the Cornerstone website at their respective times.

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

FAZEKAS, Joseph

FAZEKAS JOSEPH FAZEKAS, of Picture Butte, beloved husband of the late Susan Fazekas, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Monday, September 16, 2024 at the age of 87 years.
Arrangements will be announced once completed.

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

SCOTT, Casey

CASEY SCOTT August 13, 1955 – September 13, 2024 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Casey Scott, beloved father, and husband of Lydia Scott, of Piikani Nation, on Friday, September 13, 2024, in Lethbridge, Alberta, at the age of 69 years.
A Two-Night Wake will be held at the Scott Family Residence, Piikani Nation, on Thursday, September 19, 2024, beginning at 6:00 PM.
A Funeral Service will be held at the Scott Family Residence, Piikani Nation, on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at 11:00 AM.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.edensfuneralhome.com