Saturday, October 5, 2024

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on October 5, 2024.

BURGESS, Curtis BURGESS Curtis Cleveland Burgess of Calgary, formerly of Lethbridge, passed July 13th, 2024, at Peter Lougheed Centre in Calgary Alberta after a long illness. The youngest of four children, he was born in Lethbridge Alberta on October 10th, 1957, to Helen Burgess and Leo Cleveland Burgess. As a young man Curtis developed a life-long love for football which he demonstrated on the field at Catholic Central High School and off the field as an avid fan. Curtis was predeceased by parents, Helen and Leo, his brother Leo J Burgess, sister Helen Diana Burgess, and long-time partner Elizabeth Mazar. He is survived by sons Jeffrey Burgess, Jason Mazar, and Christopher (Jodi) Mazar, sister Lorraine (Hans) Vanderfluit, grandchildren Mia, Josh, and Noah along with many nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at Mountain View Cemetery in Lethbridge the morning of October 12th, 2024 at ten o’clock.

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COLLIER, Clinton “Clint” CLINTON “CLINT” COLLIER 1971 ~ 2024 Clint passed away suddenly on September 29th, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 2:00pm on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at ST. MARTHA’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 355 Columbia Blvd. West, Lethbridge, Alberta, celebrant Father Kevin Tumback. To watch the Funeral Mass via livestream, please go to to https://www.mbfunerals.com/obituary/Clinton-Collier
Clint will be laid to rest following the service in the Royal View Cemetery.
Clint will be forever missed, but never forgotten.
A Reception will be held at 3:00 pm, on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at the PICTURE BUTTE GOLF CLUB, 104082 Range Rd 215, Picture Butte, Alberta.
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DUNN, Claudia CLAUDIA DUNN 1947 ~ 2024 Claudia May Dunn of Lethbridge, passed away at Edith Cavell Care Centre on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at the age of 76 years.
She is survived by her two sons LJ (Cammy) Dunn of Diamond City and their children AJ Dunn and Madison Dunn; and TJ Dunn of Lethbridge; five sisters Linda Tamura, Marcia (Vincent) Lammi, Sherry (Greg) Fletcher, Lori Noble, Michelle (Rand) Petersen; numerous nieces and nephews; and special friend, Florence Drake.
She was predeceased by her parents Cyril and May Noble, brother Neil Noble and nephew Ryan Holcek.
Claudia was born October 5, 1947, at the Galt Hospital. She grew up on the family farm near Iron Springs; attended Huntsville School in Iron Springs; and Picture Butte High. She received her R.N. in 1968 from Galt School of Nursing and then worked at the Holy Cross Hospital in Calgary, Picture Butte Municipal Hospital and in the operating room at the Lethbridge Municipal Hospital. She was a highly regarded obstetric nurse.
While raising her family in the Diamond City area she was active in school and community life and later enjoyed her grandchildren’s activities.
She will be remembered for her laugh, eating out (chocolate should be a food group), shopping for bling, her love of the music of Johnny Reid, and her fondness for cats and Shelties.
A private service is planned.
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SCHLACHTER, Jim JIM SCHLACHTER 1951 – 2024 Mr. Jim Glen Randall Schlachter of Lethbridge passed away at St. Michael’s Health Centre on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at the age of 73 years.
A Visitation will be held at 10:00 am, on Monday, October 7, 2024, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am, on Monday, October 7, 2024, at MARTIN BROHTERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta, with Reverend Trevor Potter, officiating.
A private family Interment will be held.
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BAILIE, Carson CARSON T. BAILIE 1944 ~ 2024 Mr. Carson T. Bailie, passed away at St. Michael’s Palliative Care Centre on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at the age of 80 years.
An Interment will be held at 2:00 pm, on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at ARCHMOUNT CEMETERY, 2710, WESTSIDE DRIVE, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Celebration of Carson’s Life will be held at 3:30 pm, on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at the LAKEVIEW SALON, AT THE AGRI-FOOD HUB & TRADE CENTRE, 3401 PARKSIDE DR. SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta.
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REMPEL, Beryl
BERYL REMPEL 1944 – 2024 On September 29, 2024, Beryl Rempel, beloved wife of John Rempel, passed away peacefully at St. Michael’s Health Centre in Lethbridge, AB. Beryl was 80 years of age.
Beryl was born at Barrie, ON. She was raised on the family farm in the Caroline and Clearwater area of Alberta. In 1962, Beryl married John, and they moved to the Lethbridge area where they raised their three daughters: Helena Smith (Merle), Patrricza Rempel, and Venus Smith (Craig). She had four grandchildren Cody Smith (Samantha Weyland)), Brittney Russell (Adam), Katie Smith (Struan McNair), and Seth Smith.
Beryl worked as a Health Care Aid and Home Care Worker at Extendicare, Edith Cavell, and Lethbridge Family Services for a combined 45 years until her retirement at 70 years of age.
Beryl loved her family and grandchildren and enjoyed spending time camping, fishing, gardening, and listening to music. She was an avid walker and loved spending time walking her fur-babies.
Beryl was pre-deceased by her brother, James Heare, and her parents, Perrin and MaryAnn Heare.
As per Beryl’s wishes, there will only be a private family service. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in Beryl’s name to the Lethbridge Alzheimer’s and Dementia Society of Alberta.
Thank you to the nurses and staff at the St. Michael’s Health Centre Dementia Unit for the wonderful care and attention they provided to our mother. It was appreciated.
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HOLLAND, Laverne Laverne Holland Mr. Laverne Holland, loving husband of Agnes Holland, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer on Oct 3, 2024.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Agnes; sons Brian and Carol Holland of Red Deer, Kevin and Sandra Holland of Lethbridge; his grandchildren Taylor (Jack), Blake, Kennedy (Kevin), Madison (Thomas) and Devany (Colton). He was predeceased by his father, Leonard, mother, Agatha, brother Herbert; brother-in-law Leo and sisters-in-law Marilyn and Joan.
Vern was born on March 16, 1941. He was raised on the family farm at Tawatinaw. He was the middle of five boys – Herb and Harry being elder, Melvin and Sidney being younger.
He attended school in Pine Valley and then moved on to Tawatinaw before finishing in Clyde. While at Clyde he met a young lady, Agnes Navratil. A two-year courtship ended when they wed in November 1964.
Vern was a heavy-duty mechanic by trade and enjoyed a lengthy career with R. Angus first in Edmonton serving as both a union rep and shop foreman. In 1973, Vern accepted a position as Service Manager at the Lethbridge location.
In 1989, the chance to relocate to Edmonton with R. Angus emerged. He left behind lifelong friends from the Lethbridge Old Stars but made a new group of friends with the St. Albert White Sox.
The grandchildren became a central focus. Ball diamonds, hockey rinks, volleyball courts, concerts, and dance recitals became sources of memories and pride for Grandpa. Vern loved the Oilers, Eskimos, Johnny Cash, Pilsner beer, and the New York Yankees.
The family would like to thank Dr. Berg, Dr. Stewart, Dr. Zu and their family physician Dr. Kroeker for their skill and compassion along our journey. In addition thanks to all the nurses, home care practitioners and the Cross Cancer institute staff for their excellent efforts on our father’s behalf.
In lieu of flowers, please contribute to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Memorial service to he held at 11:00 am Friday, October 11, 2024, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church Spruce Grove. The service will be live streamed via westlockfuneralhome.com website.
Expressions of sympathy may be shared at http://www.westlockfuneralhome.com. Westlock Funeral Home & Crematorium (780) 349-3474

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BISHOP, Darlene DARLENE BISHOP 1947 – 2024 Mrs. Darlene Bishop of Raymond, beloved wife of the late Mr. Lorne Bishop and ever-loving mother to Deanna, passed away at St. Michael’s Health Centre on Sunday, September 29, 2024, at the age of 76 years.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 pm, on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at the TAYLOR STREET CHAPEL, 330 West 200 North, Raymond, Alberta.
A private family Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
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MILLER, Betty Betty Miller
1930 – 2024
Elizabeth Miller, beloved wife of the late Frank Miller, passed away peacefully with family by her side in Lethbridge on Wednesday October 2, 2024 at the age of 94 years.
Further information will follow once arrangements have been finalized.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

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LAMMERTSEN, Arlene LAMMERTSEN Come to me, all you who are weary and burden and I will give you rest (Matthew 11:28) In our Lord’s infinite wisdom, he chose to call His beloved child, ARLENE BRENDA LAMMERTSEN, home to be with Him on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at the age of 63, after a brief illness. We who loved Arlene immensely grieve her loss, yet know that her pain and suffering is no more.
Arlene is survived by her loving husband of 41 years, George; her son Ryan (Keila), and their children, Rebecca and Benjamin of Surrey, BC; son Tyler (Leanne), and their children, Sam, Charlotte, and Annie, of Lethbridge; mother Florence Schalk, of Lethbridge; sister Sharon (Andy) Houweling; brothers Ron and Leroy Schalk; and sister-in-law Aly (Jerry) Visser of Rocky Mountain House, AB. She is also survived by many uncles, aunts, nieces, and nephews. Furthermore, she is survived by her daughter-in-spirit, Yukiko Imai, of Japan. There are so many other friends and colleagues left behind, all of whom she cherished deeply.
She was predeceased by her father, Casey Schalk and parents-in-law, Henk and Bertha Lammertsen, her nephew, Derek Schalk, and her child that she was never able to meet on this earth.
Arlene was born to Casey and Florence Schalk in Lethbridge on August 13, 1961. Over time, she was joined by her sister, Sharon and two brothers, Ron and Leroy. Arlene attended and graduated from Immanuel Christian Schools in 1979. Following high school, she attended Grant MacEwan College studying her great passion, Early Childhood Education. It was in Edmonton that she met her love, George, and they were married on July 29th, 1983. From that time on, they were on a wonderful adventure and they soon welcomed their sons, Ryan and Tyler.
One of Arlene’s great joys was the care and teaching of children. Arlene followed her passion while they lived in Beiseker, and later when they moved to Lethbridge, volunteering for many years at her church’s Sunday School program. She worked for many years at Park Meadows Christian Playschool, with wonderful colleagues to offer the best preschool program in Lethbridge. Even more recently, Arlene recalled many of her wonderful students, who shared great memories with “Teacher Arlene”.
Arlene’s greatest delight was in her grandchildren. She loved to be with them, both in person and via Facetime, whether reading books, doing arts and crafts or watching their school or sport events. Her pride in her grandkids was immense and she was not only “Grammie”, but teacher and friend.
Arlene will be laid to rest at ROYAL VIEW CEMETERY, 5920 – 13 Street North, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 10:00 A.M.
A Memorial Service for anyone who cherished Arlene or her family will be held at PARK MEADOWS BAPTIST CHURCH, 2011 – 15 Avenue North, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 11:30 A.M. with Pastor Paul Van Stralen officiating. All are welcome to attend. The Memorial Service will be live-streamed and may be viewed through Arlene’s obituary on the Cornerstone website.
For those who wish to donate to a worthy cause in Arlene’s memory, please consider the Immanuel Christian Schools in Lethbridge or the Regent Christian Academy Society, Surrey, BC.

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

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DEMCHUK, Garry DEMCHUK November 7, 1948 – October 2, 2024 GARRY MICHAEL DEMCHUK, of Lethbridge, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at the age of 75 years.
As per Garry’s wishes, no funeral will be held. Cremation entrusted to Cornerstone Funeral Home.
“The song is ended, but the melody lingers on.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

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RENNING, Darryl RENNING DARRYL OSCAR RENNING, of Shaughnessy, AB, beloved husband of Shirley Renning, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at the age of 77 years.
A Celebration of Darryl’s life will be held at the SHAUGHNESSY COMMUNITY CENTRE, 133 – 3 Street, Shaughnessy, AB, on Saturday, October 5, 2024 from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M., with a short service beginning at 2:00 P.M.

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

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FRITZ (QUINN), Elaine FRITZ (QUINN), ELAINE 01/05/1950 – 01/10/2024 It is with great sadness and heavy hearts to announce the passing of Elaine Gail Fritz at the age of 74. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend; after her hard fought 14-year battle with cancer. She passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Tuesday Oct 1st at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital.
She’ll be greatly missed by her loving husband Ken Fritz, her son Brendon Hanlon (Jamie), her daughter Courtney (Shane) Perry, her stepchildren Jen & Dave Fritz. Her sister Colleen (Jeff) Leiser and family. Their mother Lillie Quinn (almost 101), and lastly her 4 cherished grandchildren Megan & Marissa Hanlon and Miya & Brock Perry.
She was predeceased by her father William Charles Quinn in 1995.
She retired from the oil and gas industry in Taber 2008. After retiring she enjoyed spending her summers in Cranbrook BC and her winters in California at Sunbeam (her happy place). For the last few years, she has spent most of her time in Lethbridge to be closer to the cancer clinic and her family.
She’ll forever be remembered for her thoughtfulness, generosity, selflessness, huge heart, and the best tickle backs.
She wanted to make sure we thanked all her wonderful healthcare staff over the years and especially 4C for the last 2 1/2 weeks.
Her Celebration of Life will be held on Friday Oct 18th, 2024 from 1:00 – 4:00pm at the Lethbridge German/Canadian Club. 902 6th St. N.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Canadian Cancer Society in memory of Elaine.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.salmonandsons.ca

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ANDERSON, Rita ANDERSON RITA ANN ANDERSON, of Lethbridge, beloved partner of Steve Domagala, passed away peacefully at the Foothills Health Centre in Calgary, on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at the age of 71 years.
A Celebration of Life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, October 11, 2024 at 1:00 P.M.

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

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HANSEN, Victor HANSEN 1930 – 2024 MR. VICTOR HANSEN, of Lethbridge, beloved husband of the late Darlene “Dolly” Hansen, passed away peacefully with family by his side, at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at the age of 93 years.
At Victor’s request, no Funeral Service will be held.

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

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POPOVITCH, Anne ANNE POPOVITCH 1932 ~ 2024 Mrs. Anne Popovitch of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Frederick Popovitch, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at the age of 92 years.
Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Riverview Chapel.
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