December 3rd, 2024

Wednesday November 27, 2013


By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on November 27, 2013.

CROSKERY
MR. ROBERT CROSKERY, beloved husband of Mrs. Joan Croskery of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Friday, November 22, 2013 at the age of 87 years.
A Celebration of Life will be held at ST. AUGUSTINE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 411 – 11 Street South, Lethbridge on Saturday, November 30, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. with Canon James Robinson officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. Augustine’s Anglican Church Renovation Fund in memory of Robert Croskery. Cheques are to be made payable to St. Augustine’s Anglican Church and mailed to: 411 11 St. South, Lethbridge, AB. T1J 2N9
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

GUGALA, Louise Frances
June 14, 1922 –
November 21, 2013
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Louise Frances Gugala, on November 21, 2013, in Claresholm at age 91. She is survived by her six children, Helen (Sam), Stan (Mary), Ted (Jan), Carol (Mike), Teresa (Pete) and Michael (Patti); as well as 9 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. She also leaves to mourn, her sister Tina. She was predeceased by her husband Walter, one great-grandchild and 6 sisters and one brother.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of the north unit at the Willow Creek Continuing Care Centre for the excellent care and support.
Prayers will take place on Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at Christ the King Catholic Church (344-50 Avenue West, Claresholm). A funeral mass will be held on Thursday, November 28, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at Christ the King Catholic Church with the Reverend Tim Boyle presiding.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation in Louise’s memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta,NWT & NU 100-119 14 Street NW Calgary, Alberta, T2N 1Z6, the Crohns and Collitus Foundation 3100, 246 Stewart Green SW Calgary, Alberta, T3H 3C8 or Pincher Creek Women’s Emergency Shelter Association P.O. Box 2092, Pincher Creek, Alberta T0K 1W0.
Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting http://www.leydens.com. Arrangements entrusted to LEYDEN’S FUNERAL HOME, Claresholm. Tel: 403-625-3212.

MALMBERG
GORDON NELSON MALMBERG, beloved husband of Lena Malmberg, passed away peacefully at the Cardston hospital on November 24th, 2013 at the age of 89 years.
The Funeral Service will be held in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Cardston West Stake Center, Cardston, AB. on Saturday, November 30th, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. with Bishop Carey Quinton Officiating. Friends may meet the family at the Church from 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. prior to the Service. Interment to follow in the Cardston Cemetery, Cardston, Alberta.
E-mail your condolences to: legacyfh@telus.net Funeral arrangements entrusted to Berry Gorham of Legacy.
Legacy Funeral Homes Ltd.
P.O. Box 208
Cardston, Alberta T0K 0K0
Phone (403) 653-3222
Fax (403) 653-3677
legacyfh@telus.net

MARY (MAY) DUCHAN
1933 ~ 2013
Mary (May) Duchan of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Michael (Mike) Duchan, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness on November 24, 2013 at the age of 80 years.
May was born in Bonhill, Dumbarton, Scotland on July 19, 1933; the daughter of John and Euphemia Gallacher.
May is survived by her two daughters Kathryn (Gregory) Fix of Katy, Texas and Eileen Duchan of Lethbridge; her grandchildren Stuart, Taylor, and Drew Fix of Katy Texas; sister Catherine and brothers Billy and Neil all of Scotland; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and their families.
Besides her loving husband Mike, May was predeceased by her parents John and Euphemia Gallacher and her sisters Janette MacNeil and Elizabeth Miller.
A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00am on Tuesday, December 3, 2013 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4th Street South, Lethbridge, with Sharon Hagel officiating. A private family interment will be held at Mountain View Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 724 13th Street North, Lethbridge, AB T1H 2T1.
Send condolences at
http://www.mbfunerals.com.
Martin Bros. Funeral Chapels Ltd.
610 – 4 Street South
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P3
Phone: (403)328-2361  Fax: (403)382-3623
Toll Free: 1-800-382-2901
http://www.mbfunerals.com

PRINCE
RICK PRINCE, beloved husband of Valarie Prince and father of Cody and Kari Prince, passed away quietly with his wife by his side at the Cardston Hospital on Monday, November 25, 2013.
He is survived by his sisters Treva Hall and Cavell (Bud) Craig, and his brother Lonny (Betty) Prince.
He was predeceased by his parents Marion and Arla Prince, his two brothers Wayne and Gordon Prince, and his brother-in-law LeRoy Hall.
Rick was born in the old Cardston Hospital on June 29, 1946, and spent his early years in Beazer, Alberta. He was the second youngest of six children, and loved to go horseback riding with his brothers. He would ride his horse Trigger to school in Beazer with his sister Cavell and his brother Gordon, until he moved to Cardston in the fourth grade.
After high school, he attended the Lethbridge Junior College and then began his apprenticeship in welding. He spent many years working for Chinook Pipelines and travelling all over Alberta. In 1974, he married Valarie Jean Kennard, only daughter of Clayton and Myrtle (Wescott). They eventually moved to an acreage in Aetna, Alberta, where they made their home.
Rick loved camping, fishing, and hiking with his family, and spending time in the outdoors. He was a cowboy at heart, and enjoyed John Wayne westerns, Ford trucks, and country music.
We’re proud of you, Rick. Thank you for being a loving husband, the best brother, and the greatest dad. We’ll miss you and love you always.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Cardston L.D.S. South Hill Chapel, on Thursday, November 28th, 2013 at 11:00 a.m.
Friends may meet the family at the Church on Thursday, November 28th from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the Service. Interment in the Aetna Cemetery.
E-mail your condolences to:
legacyfh@telus.net
Legacy Funeral Homes Ltd.
P.O. Box 208
Cardston, Alberta T0K 0K0
Phone (403) 653-3222
Fax (403) 653-3677
legacyfh@telus.net

SILLITO
LESLIE THAYNE SILLITO, beloved husband of the late Mary Evelyn Sillito, passed away in Lethbridge on Monday, November 25, 2013 at the age of 84 years.
Thayne is survived by his daughter, Sherry Louise (Roger) Herrington; his sons: Norman Thayne (Brenda) Sillito, Myron Harvey (Gabriel) Sillito, Gregory Lee Sillito, and Alexander Dean Sillito; and six grandchildren.
The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, KNIGHT STREET CHAPEL, 260 E 200 N, Raymond, Alberta, with Bishop Noel Smith officiating. Friends may meet the family prior to the service at the church from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m.
Interment in the Stirling Cemetery.
Christensen Salmon Generations Funeral Home Ltd.
703-13 Street North
Lethbridge, AB   T1H 2T2
Phone: (403) 382-3601
Fax: (403) 320-1492
Email:  condolences@generationsfh.ca
Sign guest book:  http://www.generationsfh.ca

Stokes, Lillian May “Sis”, formerly of Lomond, passed away at Vulcan Community Health Centre November 22, 2013, at the age of 93 years.
Family Graveside Service will be held at Vulcan Cemetery on Friday, Nov. 29, 2013 at 11 am with Sue MacDonald, D.M. officiating. A public service will be held at a later date.
Arrangements in care of Vulcan Funeral Home. Telephone 1-403-485-2633.
E-mail Condolences through http://www.vulcanfuneralhome.ca.

WILSON
MRS. EDITH MAY WILSON, beloved wife of the late Mr. Bob Wilson, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Friday, November 22, 2013 at the age of 91 years.
Edith is survived by three children, Robert (Gloria) Wilson of Regina, SK, Elizabeth Wilson of Coaldale and Stan (Lisa) Wilson of Calgary.
She is also lovingly remembered by five grandchildren, Trevor (Rhonda), Darrell, Rochelle (Christopher), Anette (Shawn) and Patricia (Trent); seven  great grandchildren, Caitrin, Scotland, Jaycie, Hayden, Natalie, Ethan and Logan, as well two brothers in Newfoundland, several sisters in law and many nieces and nephews.
Edith immigrated to Canada in 1948 with her son, Robert, from St. John’s, Newfoundland to Chemanis, BC to be with her husband Robert. Edith and her husband later moved to Lethbridge, where they had two more children. Edith and Robert spent most of their lives living in Lethbridge. Edith was well liked by all. She had a great sense of humour, an easy smile and a great love of life. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. May she rest in peace.
Relatives and friends are invited to a Visitation at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB on Wednesday, November 27, 2013 from 1:00 – 1:45 P.M. with an interment to follow in Archmount Cemetery with Rev. Brenda Kersell, officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, #204, 2323-32 Avenue NE, Calgary, AB T2E 6Z3.
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

ZENTNER
MR. EDWARD “ED” L. ZENTNER, beloved husband of 63 years to Mrs. Emilie Zentner of Calgary, AB., passed away surrounded by his loving family at the Calgary Foothills Hospital ICU on Wednesday, November 20, 2013 as a result of a tragic fall. He was 84 years of age.
Prayers and tributes will be said at ST. CECILIA’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 321-90 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB on Thursday, November 28, 2013 at 7:00 P.M.
A Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at ST. CECILIA’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 321-90 Avenue S.E. Calgary on Friday, November 29, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Henry Rosenbaum, Celebrant.
Interment will follow in the St. Mary’s Cemetery.
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

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