Wednesday, September 25, 2024

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on September 25, 2024.

UNRAU, Mary Ann

Mary Ann Unrau 1944 Р2024 Mary Ann Elisabeth Unrau (n̩e Pawlowski), passed away peacefully in Taber on Sunday, September 22, 2024 at the age of 80 years, following a lengthy illness.
A private burial service will be held at the Taber Memorial Garden prior to the funeral service on Friday, September 27, 2024.
The Funeral Service will be held at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, September 27, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. 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 Mary Ann’s obituary page on our website and clicking on the livestream link that will be available at 10:45 A.M. on Friday, September 27, 2024. Barring any technical difficulties, the livestream will begin at 11:00 A.M.
Mary Ann is survived by Ronald, her husband of fifty four years and their children Dianne, Dale and Darlene. She is also survived by brothers and sisters-in-law John Meier, Bill and Edith Unrau and Shelly Unrau, as well as her nieces, nephews and many other relatives.
She was predeceased by her parents Joe and Annie Pawlowski, sister Frances Meier, father and mother-in-law John and Helen Unrau, nephew Cliff Meier, great nephew Brett Forchuk and brothers-in-law Donald Unrau (Ronald’s twin brother) and Allan Unrau (Bill’s twin brother).
Mary Ann was born on her family’s farm in Oscar Lake, Saskatchewan on August 4, 1944 and grew up among a close knit community of extended family and neighbours. Mary Ann started her schooling in 1950 in a rural one room schoolhouse. She was one of five Marys in the school so to differentiate herself from her classmates, she went by her first and middle names of Mary Ann. When her older sister started grade nine, Mary Ann and her sister moved in with their aunt and uncle to attend school in Hafford, Saskatchewan. In July of 1958, at the age of thirteen, she moved to Hays with her parents and sister. She completed grade nine in Hays and graduated from Vauxhall High School in 1962. She completed her nurses training at St. Michael’s Hospital School of Nursing in Lethbridge in 1965 and worked at the hospital as a registered nurse for ten years, building lifelong friendships. In 1969, she married Ronald Unrau in Lethbridge and they settled in Taber in 1976. She focused on raising her family, volunteer work, doing bookkeeping and managing her parent’s farmland.
Mary Ann was a devoted and engaged mother to her children and was involved in her children’s school activities including being an active member of the PTA and attending many field trips, sports days and hot lunch meals. She took special pride in her sister’s children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. To her sister’s children, she was Aunt Mary, a term of endearment given by her sister.
Mary Ann was very active and hardworking. This was evident in her approach to her volunteer work, including many years with 4-H, Ladies of Kiwanis and many other organizations. She was a curious individual with a continuous drive to learn and a remarkable memory. Some of her favourite activities included socializing, bowling, reading and taking long walks. Mary Ann spent many hours in her garden and yard, tending to the vegetables, fruits, flowers and other plants. She would freeze, can or preserve the bounty from her garden. Some summers there would be over one hundred quarts of cucumbers that were pickled. Mary Ann also enjoyed crafts, including sewing, quilting, needlepoint, crocheting and knitting.
Mary Ann faced life with strength, determination and humour. Her grit was evident up to her final days and weeks.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Mary Ann’s name may be made directly to the Taber and District Health Foundation, 4326 – 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1N9 (www.tdhf.ca).
Mary Ann’s family wish to thank family and friends, the teams at Linden View, Coulee Family Services, and the Taber Health Centre and the many health professionals who went above and beyond to support her over the last eight years.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

PALMER, Donald

PALMER DONALD KEITH PALMER, beloved husband of the late Lorraine Palmer and the late Val (Harris) Palmer, passed away in Cardston, Alberta on Sunday, September 22nd, 2024 at the age of 91 years.
Funeral Services will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Cardston Alberta West Stake Center (Waterton Hi-way) on Friday, September 27th, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. Friends may meet the family from 10:00-10:45 a.m. prior to the service. Interment to follow at the Cardston Cemetery.
To Watch the Service or send condolences please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca

POSTMAN, Rodney

RODNEY “ROD” POSTMAN 1955 – 2024 Mr. Rodney “Rod” Postman of Lethbridge, beloved spouse of Mrs. Judy Lundrigan, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Monday, September 16, 2024, at the age of 69 years.
Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.
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ELLIOT, Lorraine

LORRAINE ELLIOTT 1930 – 2024 Mrs. Lorraine Dorothy Elliott, of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Ronald Elliott, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2024, at the age of 94 years.
Lorraine was born in Lethbridge at the Galt Hospital on January 15, 1930, and was educated and grew up in Lethbridge. She was employed at the Royal Bank of Canada for 33 years, retiring in 1990. Lorraine enjoyed camping and fishing with Ronald, travelling with her mother and friends, and spending time with her family and her special friends Esther, Billie, Rusty and Bernie. She enjoyed preparing meals for family and friends in her home, where everyone was welcomed and loved whether you were family, a friend, or a friend of a friend. Lorraine was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, and the Lethbridge Senior Citizens Organization. She was very interested in talking about military service and Canada’s history at home during these times as her late husband was an army veteran of the Korean War, and her late brother was a naval veteran of World War II.
Lorraine is survived by her stepdaughter Susan (Donald) Perks, and their children Ian and Jean and their families; stepson Michael (Lynne) Elliott and their children Amanda, Deanne and Shayne and their families; and adopted family Jeff and Monica Cove, and their daughters Tarrah and Tegan and their families. Lorraine was dearly loved and cared for, and she will be missed by all.
Besides her husband Ronald, Lorraine was predeceased by her parents, Roy and Edith Rutledge; her brother, Robert Rutledge; her parents-in-law, Clarence and Isabella Elliott, and sisters-in-law, Jean Elliott and Agnes Wilkie.
Thank you to the caring staff of Extendicare Fairmont Park who cared for Lorraine over the last two years.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Wednesday September 25, 2024, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta. For those unable to attend, the service will be livestreamed at https://www.mbfunerals.com/obituary/Lorraine-Elliott
Flowers are gratefully declined. For those who wish, memorial donations may be made in Lorraine’s name to the Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Fund, General Stewart Branch No.4 2019 4 Ave S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 5X5
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PERRIN, Stanley

STANLEY WILLIAM ARTHUR PERRIN 1941 – 2024 Mr. Stanley Perrin of Lethbridge and beloved husband of Mrs. Dianne Perrin nee Cameron, passed away at Fairmont Extendicare on Thursday, September 19, 2024 at the age of 83 years.
A Funeral Services will be held at 11:00am on Monday, September 30, 2024 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 Street, South, Lethbridge, Alberta. A viewing will be held 1 hour prior.
A Graveside Service will follow in the Fort Macleod Cemetery.
To watch the service via livestream, please go to https://www.mbfunerals.com/obituary/StanleyStan-Perrin and scroll to the bottom of Stan’s obituary.
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HAMMERSTEDT, Ole

HAMMERSTEDT OLE HAMMERSTEDT, of Lethbridge, beloved husband of the late Clara Hammerstedt, passed away peacefully at St. Therese Villa on Sunday, September 22, 2024 at the age of 97 years.
Ole is survived by his son, Ron (Kim), and daughters: Peggy (Kim) and Lori (Scott); and daughter-in-law Judy; as well as his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Besides his loving wife Clara, he was predeceased by his daughter, Nancy and son, Ken.
Ole was born in Pine Falls, Manitoba in 1927 to Swedish immigrant parents, John and Annie Hammerstedt. Ole grew up in the wilderness country along the Winnipeg River and became a skilled woodsman, trapper and carpenter in his early years. He later moved into Winnipeg, and finally to southern Alberta where he worked as a gas fitter and ultimately as the Utilities, Bylaw, and Development officer for the Municipal District of Taber.
He married Clara, the love of his life in 1949 and they remained together for 71 years, until Clara’s passing in 2020.
He was defined more by his interests than his career. He passed on his love of the outdoors to his children through many years of camping, fishing and hunting with them. He was also known for his musicianship and was a skilled guitar player and entertainer. He spent many years entertaining for seniors in the Lethbridge area after his retirement.
In his later years, Ole became an effective advocate for his fellow senior citizens. He will never be forgotten by those whose lives he influenced in a positive way.
Ole was a wonderful and caring father, grandfather, great grandfather and husband. He was also a favourite uncle to many of his nieces and nephews and will be deeply missed by all of his family.
A Celebration of Ole’s life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, September 27, 2024 at 1:00 P.M. with Derek Bly officiating.
The Celebration of life will be live-streamed and may be viewed through Ole’s obituary on the Cornerstone website.

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

DERKSEN, Peter

PETER DERKSEN 1936 – 2024 Following a second battle with cancer, Peter Derksen of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Violet Derksen, passed away to be with Jesus on Sunday, September 15, 2024 at the age of 87 years.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:30pm on Friday, September 27, 2024 at EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF LETHBRIDGE, 4717 – 24 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta with Pastor Dave Acree officiating. A private family graveside will be held prior.
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TOWNSEND, Eileen

EILEEN TOWNSEND 1948 – 2024 Mrs. Eileen Townsend of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Lloyd Farrell passed away at St. Michaels Health Centre on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at the age of 83 years.
At Eileen’s request, she will be privately remembered by her loving friends and family.
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BRIGGS-SCOUT, Ginnean

BRIGGS-SCOUT Ginnean Paulette Briggs-Scout of Lethbridge, beloved daughter of James & Vicki, cherished sister, niece, mother and friend passed away on Thursday September 19, 2024 at the age of 28 years.
A Wake Service will be held on Monday, September 30, 2024, from 6:00pm – 11:00pm at CHRISTENSEN SALMON GENERATIONS FUNERAL HOME, 703-13th Street North. Vigil Rites will begin at 7:00pm.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:30am on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at ST. MARTHA’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 355 Columbia Blvd W with Father William Monis, celebrant.
Ginnean will be laid to rest in Pioneer Cemetery in Levern, Alberta.
To send a message of condolence please visit http://www.generationsfh.ca

FRIESEN, Judith

FRIESEN Judith Mae (nee: Watts) (nee: Bast) Friesen went to be with the Lord on September 4, 2024, at the age of 81 years.
She was born in Rosemary, Alberta, on January 4, 1943 to Don and Nellie Watts. She lived and attended school in Duchess, Alberta. Judith married Delmore Bast on November 16, 1963 and together they lived in Duchess, Claresholm, Grand Prairie, and then Dawson Creek. After Del’s passing in 1996, Judith moved to Lethbridge to be closer to family. On June 16, 2001 she married Ron Friesen, and they resided in Lethbridge until her passing.
Judy is survived by her loving husband Ron Friesen; her sons Ricky (Mickaele) Bast, and Delmore Bast; grandson Cohen Bast; stepson Neil Friesen and his children Zachary and Taylor; granddaughter Carmen Sipma; great granddaughter Harmony Selby; three sisters Ramona Plett, Ethel Watts, and Pauline Allsop; brother Carman (Bonnie) Watts; aunt Hazel Dearing; brother-in-law Ron Bast; foster grandchild Larissa; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her first husband Delmore Bast in 1996; son Wendell Bast on August 30, 2024; grandson Simon Selby in 2021; parents Don and Nellie Watts; siblings Irma Salzmann and Marshall Watts; and sister-in-law Mary Terry (Bast).
Our family is very thankful to the doctors and nurses on 4B for their compassion and care during this difficult time.
A Celebration of Life will be held at One Life Church, 501 40 St. S, in Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, October 4, 2024 at 1:00 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
For more information or to share condolences, please visit http://www.generationsfh.ca

BAST, Wendell

BAST Wendell Todd Bast was born to Delmore and Judy Bast (nee: Watts) on May 2, 1964, in Brooks, Alberta. He passed away on August 30, 2024, at the age of 60 years, 5 days before his mother Judy Friesen (nee: Bast).
When Wendell was young, they moved from Duchess to Claresholm, to Grand Prairie, and then Dawson Creek. He attended school there and when older he worked various jobs, one being at RNC Sales working with his dad. Wendell moved to Lethbridge in 1997 and resided there until his passing.
He is survived by his brothers Ricky (Mickaele) and Delmore; daughter Carmen Sipma; nephew Cohen Bast; great niece Harmony Selby; stepfather Ron Friesen; stepbrother Neil Friesen and his children Zachary and Taylor; uncle Ron Bast; many aunts, uncles, and cousins, as well as his canine buddy Rosco.
Wendell was predeceased by his father Delmore Bast in 1996; nephew Simon Selby in 2021; his grandparents and several aunts and uncles.
Special thanks to the doctors and nurses on 3 and 4B, the paramedics, and the homecare workers for their compassion and care over the past year.
A Celebration of Life will be held at One Life Church, 501 40 St. S, in Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, October 4, 2024 at 1:00 P.M.
To send a message of condolence please visit http://www.generationsfh.ca