Friday, September 2014, 2014

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on September 19, 2014.

BARVA
ROBERT ALLEN BARVA, beloved husband of the late Beverley, passed away suddenly at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Sunday September 14, 2014, at the age of 80 years. He is the father of Shelley Metzger, Tracey (Eugene) Arik and Robyn Melling and leaves behind four grandchildren: Kyle and Megan Arik, Faith Metzger, Matthew Melling; and a niece Kim Buckler and family, a nephew Mark Green, and his buddy Lyle Metzger. He is predeceased by a sister Geraldine and parents Robert Sr. and Helen Barva. Bob was a journeyman printer who worked at the Calgary Herald. There he met his future wife Beverley when she was visiting Canada on a trip from her home in Australia. In 1967 they moved their family to Vancouver Island where they owned a printing business, eventually settling back in Lethbridge where he worked at the Lethbridge Herald then the Ad-Visor. Bob enjoyed camping and fishing, especially at Payne Lake. He spent as much time outdoors as possible, with many hours puttering in his back yard and tending to his prized Chelsea tomatoes and Hungarian green onions. He loved playing darts with his sons-in-law and cards, crib, or chess with anyone who was interested. After his wife passed away in 1991, he began fixing and selling bicycles. This hobby occupied a good deal of his time from spring to fall and he got special satisfaction from helping out low income families and customizing bikes for people with extra needs. He was a familiar sight in his neighbourhood riding his bicycle around suppertime. Bob and his dog Chelsea were inseparable companions for many years. It was uncanny how much English she could understand and she would never let him out of her sight. They would walk around Henderson most days and at one point Bob had thrown Chelsea so many balls that he injured his shoulder, prompting him to invent a special sling for throwing. Bob had a bad health scare a year ago and afterwards said that each day he woke up was a bonus to be enjoyed and appreciated. The family would like to extend a special thanks to his neighbours George and Sandy for their many years of kindness, care and concern. The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, September 20, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at CHRISTENSEN SALMON GENERATIONS FUNERAL HOME, 703-13 Street North, Lethbridge. Interment to follow in the Mountain View Cemetery, Lethbridge.

CHERYL SHAW
1961 ~ 2014
Ms. Cheryl Shaw, of Lethbridge, passed away on September 16, 2014 at the age of 53 years. Funeral arrangements to be announced once completed. Send condolences at http://www.mbfunerals.com.

CLARY
RUTH CLARY, of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Sunday, September 14, 2014 at the age of 67 years.
Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
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

FRANK HORVATH
1932 ~ 2014
Mr. Frank Horvath of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Imelda (Helen) Horvath, passed away on September 17, 2014 at the age of 82 years. Funeral arrangements to be announced once completed.  Send condolences at http://www.mbfunerals.com.

FRIEBE
INGO (BILL) FRIEBE, beloved husband of Eugenia of Lethbridge, passed away surrounded by his family on Saturday, September 13, 2014. He is the loving father of Thomas Friebe of Lethbridge, Monica (Jeremy) Posteraro of Edmonton and their children, Haley and Hannah. He was predeceased by his mother, Gerda Gundt and his father, Erich Friebe. Bill was born in Stendal, Germany. He proudly served in the German Army for 2 years. Later, Bill also served with the Canadian Armed Forces, providing over 20 years of service. He was employed at IPSCO Canada in Edmonton for 25 years, and was later self-employed. Bill enjoyed travelling, going to the shooting range, spending time with his granddaughters, RVing, swimming, going to the movies, and reading. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at ST. MARTHA¹S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 355 Columbia Blvd. West, Lethbridge at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 20, 2014 with Fr. Salvador Ahumada, presiding. Interment took place at Mountain View Cemetery, Lethbridge in the Veterans Field of Honour.
At Bill¹s request, memorial donations may be made to St. Michael¹s Health Centre, 1400-9 Ave. South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 4V5

MIDDLETON
HELEN MAY MIDDLETON, beloved wife of the late Robert Middleton, passed away in Lethbridge on Wednesday, September 17th, 2014 at the age of 90 years. A Graveside Service will be held at Mountain View Cemetery, Lethbridge on Monday, September 22nd at 11:00 A.M. (meet at main gate by 10:55 A.M.).
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

PETER MACK
1922 ~ 2014
Mr. Peter Mack passed away on September 18, 2014 at the age of 92 years. Funeral arrangements to be announced once completed.
Send condolences at http://www.mbfunerals.com.

REGINALD “REGGIE” LUCHYSHIN
1954 ~ 2014
Mr. Reginald “Reggie” Luchyshin of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Beverly Luchyshin, passed away on September 16, 2014 at the age of 60 years. Reggie is survived by his wife Bev; daughter Staci Luchyshin; his mother Stephanie Luchyshin; brothers Cameron, Darryl (Marj) and Larry (Justyn).  He was predeceased by his father Marion Luchyshin. His love for Nascar was only exceeded by his big heart and adoration for daily hugs. No service will take place, as per Reg¹s request. In lieu of flowers, he asks for those who wish, to make donations to the Chinook Regional Hospital NICU, 960 19 St. South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 1W5. Send condolences at
http://www.mbfunerals.com.

TAKAHASHI
SHIGEO B. TAKAHASHI, beloved husband of 66 years to Hisako Takahashi, passed away suddenly but peacefully at home on Wednesday, September 17, 2014. “Shin” is remembered by his children: Wayne (June), Ina (Bob), Eldon (Dianne), Eileen (Dewey), Edie (Doug), Darcy (Pete – deceased), Lisa (Doug), 12 grandchildren and 22 1/2 great grandchildren. Shin is survived by his sister Machiye Ichii in Japan. He was predeceased by Matsuyo, Tote, Tak, Joe, Tom, Yukiko, Fudiko. Shin was born in Raymond on June 10, 1918. He served in World War II from June 10, 1941 to February 6, 1946. He returned home and married his sweetheart, Hisako Takahashi on December 1, 1948. He and Hisako were a part of the “gang” including Jack and Louise Nishiyama, Mas and Miyo Sunada ­ oh yes, they had some fun activities together! He loved all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. His favourite things to do were playing the organ while the kinds sang along, day road trips, bowling, golfing, fishing, lapidary, and bingo. The Funeral Service will be held on Monday, September 22, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at CHRISTENSEN SALMON GENERATIONS FUNERAL HOME, 703-13 Street North, Lethbridge. A viewing will be held prior to the service from 12:15 to 12:45 p.m.

TEICHROEB
BETTY LOUISE TEICHROEB, beloved wife of the late Jacob Teichroeb of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, September 16, 2014 at the age of 77 years. Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
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

THOMPSON
Mary Thompson, beloved wife of Chuck ³Charlie² Thompson for 62 years, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2014 at 4:30am in Fort Macleod, AB. Her son Gary predeceased her on March 9, 2011; mother Eade (Angell) Hunter on December 17, 2001; father Bill (William) Hunter on January 29, 1952. Mary is survived by her husband Chuck ³Charlie²; daughters Wanda, Darlene, Trina; 7 grandchildren Jerry (Crystal), Jennifer, Mary, Brian (Lisa), Carlos, Dustin, Brandon; 5 great grandchildren Set, Jasmine, Spencer, Wyatt, Emma; siblings Clarence Hunter, Carol (Albert) Huisman, Roy (Christina) Hunter. Friends may meet with the family and pay their respects on Saturday, September 20, 2014 at 9:30am, to 10:15am. The Funeral Service will follow at 10:30am at THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS – Fort Macleod, 643-20 St., Fort Macleod, AB. Interment to take place in Orton Cemetery.

TONDU
GWEN M. TONDU beloved wife of the late Terry Tondu, of Granum, passed away at the Taber Health Centre on Wednesday, September 17th, 2014 at the age of 72 years. She is survived by her 4 children: Robert Tondu of Edmonton, Gwendoline (Darcy) Marsden of Taber, Teresa Tondu (Mark Holzwarth) of Lethbridge and Dixie Tondu of Taber. Gwen is also survived by her 4 grandchildren: Trevor & Bradley Marsden of Taber, Elizabeth Gaucher of Lethbridge and Tyson Holzwarth of Lethbridge. She is also survived by her 3 siblings: Bonnie Brill, Beatrice Walter and Joseph (Anne) Crawford, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides her loving husband Terry, Gwen was predeceased by her parents Joseph & Gwendoline Crawford and 2 brothers Graham & Duncan. Gwen was born September 25th, 1941 in Mannville, AB. She continued her education in the Air Force in Quebec. Gwen returned to Alberta working various jobs. Gwen & Terry married, raising 4 children and finally settled in Granum after spending time in Wainwright and numerous other towns. Gwen was a fun loving and caring person who was sometimes known as outspoken. A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME – 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta on Monday, September 22nd, 2014 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Aldeen McKay officiating. Interment to take place in the Granum Cemetery. In memory of Gwen, donations may be made in lieu of flowers to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 10 St S, Lethbridge, AB T1J 2M7.
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

VINEY
RONALD F. VINEY SR. beloved husband of 56 years to Dolores Viney, of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Monday, September 15th 2014, at the age of 91 years. He is the loving father of Ron Jr. (Sylvia) Viney of Lethbridge, Malcolm Viney (Crystal Larson) of St. Albert, Glenn (Vesta) Viney of Lethbridge, Mary (Michael) Watkins of Calgary, Theresa (Brent) Mead of Lethbridge and Trevor (Amy) Viney of Lethbridge. He is also survived by 18 grandchildren: Tammi (Josh) Foreman, Kayla Viney (Stephen Kearney) and Travis Viney (Chelsea Emsley) all of Lethbridge; Byron Patrick, Cassidy Patrick & Nikki Patrick (Mike Gommerud) all of St. Albert; Jared Viney, Taylor Viney & Ciana Viney, all of Lethbridge; Stacey Watkins and Graham Watkins (Chloe Guy), all of Calgary; Tyler Mead, Brett Mead, Kurtis Mead and Clayton Mead (Claudia Van Diemen), all of Lethbridge and Payton Viney, Teagan Viney and Griffin Viney, all of Lethbridge. As well as 2 great grandchildren: Corbin Patrick of Abbotsford, BC and Justice Gommerud of St. Albert, and great grandson Leo Gommerud, born Sept. 17, 2014. Ron is also survived by 3 nephews: Aubrey Marthaller of Salmon Arm, BC, Windsor Viney of Waterloo, ON and Peter Viney of Vancouver Island, BC as well as his special friend, his dog, Tido. Also surviving Ron is Dolores¹ family: Howard (Connie) Yanosik, Maxine (Ross-predeceased) Stafford, Louise (Jerry) Beaton, Ron (predeceased) and Peggy Yanosik and all of their families. Ron was predeceased by his siblings: Father Louis Viney O.M.I., Henry (Jean) Viney, Connie (John) Marthaller and in infancy, Windsor Viney as well as a niece Marie Marthaller. Ron was a WWII veteran and a member of the Royal Canadian Legion for 60 years. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus for 65 years and he performed many, many civic duties and cared for his community. Ron was an avid sports fan and loved watching all of his family¹s sporting events. He was an award winning gardener, and a long time member of the Lethbridge Horticultural Society, and spent a great deal of his time (37 years) at Shuswap Lake at the cabin (his “Hidden Treasure”). A Prayer Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME – 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB. on Friday, September 19th, 2014 at 7:00 P.M. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH – 2405 12th Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB. on Saturday, September 20th, 2014 at 10:00 A.M. with Father Nathan Siray, Celebrant. Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
In memory of Ron, donations may be made to: Colonel Belcher Long Term Care/Calgary Health Trust- 10101 Southport Rd SW, Calgary, AB T2W 3X4, SOCA (Save Our Churches Association) – c/o Don Demers: 1014 34th Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 3A9 or The Heart and Stroke Foundation, P.O. Box 2211, Lethbridge, Alberta 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

VIVIAN MARY TROFANENKO
1924 ~ 2014
Mrs. Vivian Mary Trofanenko, beloved wife of the late Mr. Michael Trofanenko, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2014 at the age of 90 years. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00am on Friday, September 19, 2014 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4th Street South, Lethbridge with Reverend Aldeen McKay, officiating. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may join the family one hour prior to the service. Interment to follow the Funeral Service at the Archmount Cemetery. Send condolences at
http://www.mbfunerals.com.

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