Sunday July 14, 2013

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on July 15, 2013.

LEISHNER
MR. IRVIN LEISHNER, beloved husband of Mrs. Lyla Leishner, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, July 9th, 2013 at the age of 83 years.
Romans 10:9 – “That if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.”
Survived by his loving wife Lyla, daughters Karen (Terry) Barby, Gail (Shawn) Smith, grandson, Kaolin (Amanda) Pickett, great grandson Talon Pickett, great granddaughter Sarelle Pickett and grandson Jamie Pickett, sister Betty Palate and nephew Joseph (Charlene) Palate.
Irvin was predeceased by his parents Ted and Emma Leishner, sister Norma and daughter Lorraine.
He met the love of his life, Lyla and married in 1951 and just recently celebrated 62 years of marriage. He joined the Lethbridge City Police Force in 1951, first walking the beat, then becoming a Detective and later promoted to Detective Sergeant until he retired after 35 years of faithful service to the Police Department. He was very proud of his career as a police officer and gained many friendships throughout his life.
While he was still a police officer, he pursued another career as a tree farmer and in 1976 started Green Haven Tree Farm, which is now the well known Green Haven Garden Centre. He was proud to be active in his business with his wife, daughters and son-in-law. He loved to be close to nature and enjoyed working with trees, plants, flowers and especially people.
Over 26 years ago, Irvin and Lyla dedicated their lives to the Savior, Jesus Christ. Irvin spent many wonderful years sharing the gospel through guest speaking at functions and witnessing to others.
Irvin was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, true friend and his love of Jesus was shown greatly by his actions and words, “Praise The Lord”.
A Memorial Service will be held at VICTORY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP – 1 Mile East of Lethbridge on Hwy # 3, on Monday, July 15, 2013 at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Ralph Molyneux and Pastor Ken Kissick officiating.
In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Streets Alive Mission, 323 4th Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J 1Z9.
Honoured to Serve
Cornerstone Funeral Home & Crematorium
2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South
Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1
Telephone ~ (403) 381-7777
Fax ~ (403) 381-3128
Toll Free ~ 1-(888)-381-7778
care@cornerstonefh.ca

WAGNER
It is with great sadness we announce the sudden loss of MR. ANTON “TONY” WAGNER, the kindest, greatest, lovable, husband, father, opa, brother, uncle, great grandpa, cousin and friend.
Tony was born in Karamurat, Romania in 1936, he came to Canada on May 10, 1953.
He leaves behind his loving wife, Olga (Musch) of 52 Years, daughter Caroline (Don) Jesse and Justin Kloot, his boy Shay (Sherry) Olson, granddaughter Antonia (Michael) Olson, great grandson Tatem. His sibling which were so very close; big sister Loni (George) Neufeld, Sam Wagner, Otto (Ursula) Wagner, and Ron (Jean) Wagner.
Tony’s passions were family, fishing, yodelling, and soccer, but his favorite passion was singing with best friends for 33 years in the male German Canadian Choir, which was his second family for sure. Tony also sang in the St. Ambrose Church Choir, which he was still an active member as of late.
Tony is predeceased by his loving daughter Theresa Olson, grandson Wyatt Olson, and his parents Martin and Katharina Wagner.
He will be deeply missed, always remembered and leave a huge hole in the lives and hearts of those he touched. We Love You Dad !! Honoured to Serve
Cornerstone Funeral Home & Crematorium
2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South
Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1
Telephone ~ (403) 381-7777
Fax ~ (403) 381-3128
Toll Free ~ 1-(888)-381-7778
care@cornerstonefh.ca

Joe Shield
1934 – 2013
Joseph Shield, beloved husband of Helen Shield, passed away in Taber on Saturday, July 13, 2013 at the age of 78 years.
Further information including service details will follow once arrangements have been finalized.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.