Friday January 31, 2014

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on February 3, 2014.

COLE DUFOE
2012 ~ 2014
It is with great sadness the family of Infant Cole Dufoe, announce his passing on Tuesday, January 28, 2014 at the age of 2 years. Cole is the beloved son of Samantha Dufoe and Steve O’Reilly.
Family and friends are invited to the Funeral Service remembering Cole that will be held at 11:00am on Monday, February 3, 2014 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4th Street South, Lethbridge. A private graveside service will be held at Mountain View Cemetery.
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

COX
MONTE DUANE COX, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Saturday, January 25, 2014 at the age of 82 years.
Friends may meet the family from 12:00 P.M. to 12:45 P.M. prior to the Funeral Service on Saturday, February 1, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, WELLING CHAPEL, with Brother Darren Wilde, officiating. Interment to follow in the Temple Hill 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

FORESTELL
MRS. CUNEGUNDA “GUNDA” FORESTELL, beloved wife of Mr. Michael Forestell of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, January 26, 2014 after a lengthy illness at the age of 89 years.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. MARTHA’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, on Friday, January 31, 2014 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Nathan Siray, Celebrant (Gunda’s Grandson). Cremation to Follow.
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

FUDRA
Mrs. Annie Fudra peacefully rejoined her husband in heaven on January 28, 2014 at the age of 89 years old.
Annie was born on May 28, 1924 in Paczin, Hungry. She, her mother, and sister joined her father in Canada in 1934. At an early age she began working in the beet fields in Raymond, which is probably where she gained her resilient spirit. She married the love of her life, Steve Fudra Jr., on January 21, 1943 during one of the biggest snowstorms to hit the area. They celebrated 57 years of marriage before Steve’s passing. In 1961, with their 2 children, Frank and Louise, they moved to Lethbridge. Annie proudly welcomed all into her home in North Lethbridge for 52 years.
Mom was passionate, giving, fiercely independent, and never held anything back. She loved her family with every piece of her heart. Nothing made Mom happier than her family and friends. She showed everyone her love through food. Mom will forever be remembered preparing huge meals of cabbage rolls, fried chicken, perogies, and homemade soup. She could often be found baking homemade bread and wonderful Hungarian pastries. When she wasn’t in the kitchen she was busy tending to her garden.
Mom will be deeply missed by her daughter Louise (Gordon) Balderston, son Frank (Jean) Fudra, grandchildren; Tamara (Tony) Nelson, Raquel (Nick) Polychronopoulos, Nicole Balderston, Jeffrey Balderston, great-grandchildren; Britain and Taylor Nelson, Evan and Noah Polychronopoulos. She will be lovingly remembered by her sister Jean (Lorne) Kropinak, several nieces, nephews and many other family members and cherished friends.
Annie is predeceased by her parents Frank and Julia Sera, an infant son Jack Stephen, and sister Ethel Kasko.
Thank you to everyone for your love and support, many phone calls and visits to Mom. Warmest thanks to Lethbridge Home Care staff who kept Mom in her home for so long and the nursing staff at Edith Cavell who supported her at the end of her journey.
A Prayer Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB. on Sunday, February 2nd, 2014 at 7:00 P.M. with Reverend Larry Hankinson officiating.
A Funeral Service will be held at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 1818 5 Ave So., Lethbridge, AB. on Monday, February 3rd, 2014 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Hugh Jack officiating.
For those who so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 210D – 12A Street North, Lethbridge, AB, T1H 2J1 or the Heart and Stroke Foundation, P.O. Box 2211, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 4K7.
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

KAIPIO
HANNA “GUNNI” KAIPIO, of Lethbridge passed away at Legacy Lodge on Tuesday, January 28, 2014 at the age of 91 years.
At the family’s request, no formal funeral service will be held.
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

LEAH LOUISE LAWRENCE
December 19, 1960 –
January 2, 2014
Leah passed away peacefully at the St. Michael’s Palliative Care Centre on Thursday, January 2nd, 2014 at the age of 53 years with Glen by her side.
Left to mourn her passing are her beloved spouse Glen Thompson of Iron Springs, Alberta: his family, Son Greg (Debbie) and grandchildren Katherine, Andrew and Cody Thompson; Dad Merlin Thompson (Marg Hunt); Sisters Maxine (Carl) Johnson and Brenda (Rick) Stokes and their families. Leah’s Brother Raymond (Tiffany) Obalek; Nephew Dylan Obalek and Shawn Slasor of Grasmere, B.C.; Aunt Betty (Bill) Weber of Toronto, Uncle Joe Magdal of Vancouver; friend and partner at the Bohomolec Stables, Kent Rodger and many chosen sisters and friends in the equestrian world.
Predeceased by her parents Raymond and Helen Obalek of Grasmere, B.C.
A Celebration of Leah’s Life will be held at the COAST HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE, 526 Mayor Magrath Drive South on Saturday, February 1st, 2014 at 3:30 P.M. Social to follow.
In lieu of flowers donations will be gratefully accepted to “Just It Pets” c/o Allison Thompson, Box 990, LaRonge, Sask. S0J 1L0
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

LEO WINGERTER
1932 ~ 2014
Mr. Leo Wingerter of Lethbridge, formerly of Claresholm, went to be with his Savior on Saturday, January 25, 2014 at the age of 81 years.
A Prayer Vigil will be held at 7:00pm on Sunday, February 2, 2014 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4th Street South, Lethbridge, AB.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00am on Monday, February 3, 2014 at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2219 14 Ave South, Lethbridge, AB with Father Kevin Tumback, celebrant.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the Alzheimer’s Society of Alberta, 10531 Kingsway Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5H 4K1.
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

MACDONALD
Malcolm “Mac” Duncan MacDonald, of Lethbridge, AB passed away at St. Michael’s Palliative Care Unit on January 24, 2014 at the age of 86 years, following a lengthy and hard fought battle with cancer.
Mac is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Jane MacDonald; his three children Susan McIntosh (Tom) of Coaldale, Sandra MacDonald (Filip Krotki) of Calgary, Bruce MacDonald of Lethbridge; four grandchildren Andrew MacDonald, Devon MacDonald, Mark McIntosh, Keith McIntosh; great-grandson Matyx MacDonald; siblings Norris MacDonald (Evelyn), Angus MacDonald (Audrey), Nelson MacDonald (Aileen), MJ Samuelson (Ken) and Kathy MacDonald; brother-in-law Bill Owens. He was predeceased by his son Brian MacDonald, older sister Florence Owens, parents Margaret and Neil MacDonald.
Mac, the third child of Neil and Margaret MacDonald, was born in Kimberley, BC on May 23, 1927 but spent most of his childhood in Calgary, AB. Mac attended the University of Alberta where he received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture. It was during this time while working at a summer job in BC that he met Jane Elizabeth Moore. They were married in Victoria, BC on November 4, 1949.
Upon graduating, Mac began his career as a research scientist for the Canadian Government. He took a leave to pursue a doctorate in Genetics in Agriculture at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Mac returned to his career at the Agriculture Canada Research Centre in Lethbridge in 1956 where he worked in crop science, primarily with wheat and corn. He successfully developed new varieties of corn capable of reaching maturity in Alberta’s shorter growing season. Mac retired in 1988, after 38 years of service, but continued his work with corn for a number of years later.
Mac participated in sports of all types – football (coach and referee), curling, tennis, badminton, hockey and golf. He organized and participated in countless bonspiels and also earned his private pilot license and flew both airplanes and gliders. Mac was also keenly interested in entomology.
Above all, Mac was a loving and generous man who was always willing to help out. He was a humble man who never complained and loved a good laugh.
We lost a great one.
A Celebration of Mac’s life will be held from 5:30 P.M. to 9:30 P.M., with a Ceremony beginning at 6:00 P.M., on Saturday, February 8, 2014 at the VIEWING GALLERY, GALT MUSEUM, 502-1st St. S., Lethbridge, AB.
Memorial Donations may be made in Mac’s memory to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317-10th St. S., Lethbridge, AB, T1J 2M7 or http://www.cancer.ca.
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

MYRTLE WIENS
1925 ~ 2014
Mrs. Myrtle Wiens, beloved wife of the late Mr. Harvey Wiens, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at the age of 88 years.
Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.
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

RICHARD REMPEL
1938 ~ 2014
Mr. Richard Rempel passed away at St. Michael’s Palliative Care on Thursday, January 30, 2014 at the age of 75 years.
Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.
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

ROWLEY
VERA “PETERSON” ROWLEY
beloved wife of the late Albert, of Coaldale passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2014, at the age of 90 years.
Vera is the loving mother of Harold (Valerie – deceased), Lynn (Mary), Vernon (Gwen), Betty (Lorne) Stewart and Raymond.
Friends may meet the family on Monday evening, February 3, 2014 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at CHRISTENSEN SALMON GENERATIONS FUNERAL HOME, 703-13th St. N., Lethbridge, AB and prior to the service on Tuesday at the church from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
The Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, February 4, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2216-21 A Ave., Coaldale, AB. Interment to follow in the Barnwell 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

SCHLOTZER
It is with great sadness that we say good-bye to ANNIE SCHLOTZER, beloved wife of the late Michael Schlotzer. Our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away peacefully at the age of 89 years surrounded by her family on Sunday, January 26th 2014 at St. Therese Villa.
She will be lovingly remembered by her children Erika (Pete) Bosters and Annemarie (Ed) Thiessen, her grandchildren Kristopher (Leanna) Bosters, Daniel (Heather) Bosters, James and Evan Thiessen and two great grandsons Joshua and Zachary Bosters.
She is also survived by her niece and nephews, Johann (Rosi) Kremenik, Elizabeth (Peter) Kiefer, George Stimatz, Frank Freihaut and their families.
She was predeceased by her husband Michael, her parents Anton and Katharina Magosch, her sisters Eva Kremenik and Katharina Schunk , her niece Kathy Freihaut and stillborn twin granddaughters.
Annie was born on July 11, 1924 in Croatia, the youngest of three daughters. In 1944 her family moved to Austria where she married Michael Schlotzer in 1950 and in May of 1953 they immigrated to Canada.
Mom was a very gifted seamstress and worked at St. Michael’s hospital for many years sewing for the Sisters of St. Martha and the student nursing program. She also used her talents sewing draperies at Gast’s/Designer’s Furniture Gallery. She also spent many hours sewing treasured clothing and in her retirement quilted and crocheted beautiful projects for her family.
Gardening was one of her passions and the treasures of her harvest found their way into her cooking and our fridges. This love of cooking and baking led to the sharing of secret family recipes that have stood the tests of time. She also loved giving one-on-one cooking and baking lessons to the four hungry grandsons who were the greatest joy of her life.
Mom was a woman of great faith and enjoyed singing in the St. Basil’s Church choir. She took pride in being a lifetime member of the Catholic Women’s League.
A Prayer Vigil Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta on Friday, January 31st 2014 at 7:00 P. M.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. BASIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 604-13 Street North, Lethbridge, Alberta on Saturday, February 1st 2014 at 1:00 P.M. with Father Kevin Tumback, Celebrant. Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery
In lieu of flowers, those who wish may donate to the Canadian National Institute for the Blind 410 Stafford Dr S, Lethbridge, AB T1J 2L2.
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

THEODORE JANZEN
1965 ~ 2014
Mr. Theodore Janzen, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, January 28, 2014 at the age of 48 years.
Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.
Send condolences at
http://www.coaldalefuneralhome.com

Earl Hall
1921 – 2014
 Earl ³Babe² Harvey Hall, born April 4, 1921 in Maple Creek, Saskatchewan, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family in Taber on Thursday, January 30, 2014 at the age of 92 years.
 A private burial service will be held at the Taber Memorial Garden prior to the funeral service on Saturday, February 1, 2014.
 The Funeral Service will be held at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Saturday, February 1, 2014 at 10:00 A.M. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com.
 Earl is lovingly remembered by one son, Harvey (Barb) Hall of Nanaimo, British Columbia, two daughters Linda Hall of Edmonton and Sharon (Rick) Solvey of Taber; five grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren and close friend Olga Djani.
 He was predeceased by Martha, his wife of sitxy three years.
 In friends so desire, memorial tributes in Earl¹s name may be made directly to the Taber Clearview Lodge, 4730 – 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1N6.
 The family would like to extend special thanks to the staff of the Taber hospital and staff and residents of the Clearview Lodge.
 Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.  

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