Thursday, April 9, 2015

GEORGE WALTER BARRINGTON

JUNE 8, 1932 – APRIL 5, 2015

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our dear brother, uncle and great-uncle. At the request of Walter there will be no service held. The family would like to take this time to thank the doctors and nurses of Chinook Regional Hospital for their wonderful care.

GOGO

JOHN ALBERT GOGO passed away peacefully on April 4, 2015, at the age of 83 years, surrounded by his loving family. John was born on February 15, 1932, in Toronto, Ontario, to G. Allan and Mamie Gogo. John joined the Canadian Armed Forces in 1949, saw combat in the Korean War and served his country in Germany and Canada. By the time he left the army in 1962, he achieved the rank of sergeant. John was an active member of the Korea War Veterans Association where he was Past-President. Upon retiring from the Canadian Armed Forces, he joined Investors Group. John was active in the community including the Rotary Club and the Canadian Cancer Society. John served as an MLA for Lethbridge West from 1975 – 1993. He was Chairman of AADAC, Deputy Speaker and Deputy Government House Leader and the Minister of Advanced Education. Upon retiring from public life, John created the ‘John Gogo Foundation’ to support numerous community organizations. John was a devoted husband, father, Popa and Great-Popa, and is survived by his wife Joyce, their children, Susan (Tim), Sandra (Doug), Sharon (Bruce), Stephen (Cheryl), Shannon (Ed), grandchildren, Patrick (Lorna) Quinn, Dustin Hegland (Kayla Bablitz), Kadi (Joey) Lavorato, Allison Gillett, Stephany Quinn (Daniel Heimdahl), Haley Hegland (Daniel Labossiere), Tanner (Kalyn) Hegland, Quinn (Michael) Hagel, Joel Gogo, Kenzie (Sean) Dupuis, Brendon Gogo, Daniel (Gabriele) Donkersgoed, Brady Donkersgoed and Hannah Gogo, great-grandchildren, Cole, Dylan, and Reid Lavorato, Riley and Teagen Labossiere, and James Gogo. He is predeceased by his parents, G. Allan and Mamie Gogo, brothers Bobby and Don Gogo, and sisters Bette Campbell and Marilyn Richardson, and is survived by brothers Norman Gogo and Allan Gogo, and sisters Jeanne Allan and Thelma McGillivray who fondly remember him as “Jack”. John is also survived by his sisters-in-law Joan Smith, Fran Senior, Bea Swain and brother-in-law Roy (Louise) Payne. The family would like to express sincere gratitude to staff of The Chinook Regional Hospital and St. Michael’s Palliative Care Centre for their excellent care of Dad and our family and friends for their loving support. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Salvation Army, the Boys and Girls Club of Lethbridge and Harbour House. A Graveside Service will be held at Mountain View Cemetery in the Field of Honour on Saturday, April 11, 2015 at 12:30 P.M. A Celebration of John’s Life will be held at SOUTHMINSTER UNITED CHURCH – 1011 4th Avenue South on Saturday, April 11, 2015 at 2:00 P.M. with Major Brian Beveridge officiating. Reception to follow in the Southminster United Church Hall.
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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

GOUTTIN

PAISLEY ADARA GOUTTIN, beloved daughter of Denis and Dorraine Gouttin of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on April 4, 2015. Besides her loving parents, she is survived by her grandparents Heather (William) Lowry, Donald MacKillop, great-grandparents Colleen & Bob Simpson & family, as well as her grandparents Edith Petrak, Gerard Gouttin & family. She is also survived by too numerous family to mention. A private family service will take place at Cornerstone Funeral Home at a later date.
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

Doug Macfarlane

1952 – 2015

Doug Macfarlane of Lethbridge, beloved and cherished husband of Alana Macfarlane, passed away on April 6, 2015 at the age of 63 years. Doug was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia and was chosen by his adopted parents Duncan and Marian. He spent the early years of his life in Halifax as well as in South Hampton, England and Glasgow, Scotland, before moving to Calgary to further pursue his musical career. Doug was a man of few words but those who knew him well knew he had a quick wit, great sense of humour, and loved to talk about his passions. One of his main passions was music. Doug was in his glory behind his drums, playing the music that he loved. Music ran through his veins and he could usually be found tapping his hands, feet, singing or a combination of all. Doug’s other and most valued passion was his wife, Alana, whom he loved fiercely. In Alana he found his best friend, life companion and soulmate. They enjoyed countless adventures together but their most memorable of times was their rafting trips. Although they usually ended up with a capsized raft, the memories and laughter they shared will be treasured forever. Besides his loving wife, Alana, Doug is survived by his daughter Shana (Dylan) Adkins, his son, Kyle McNab, sisters Jean Pulley and Susan (Robert) Webster; mother-in-law Elaine Brown; sister-in-law Deb Forsyth; as well as nieces, nephews and their families. Doug was predeceased by his parents, Marian and Duncan and his father-in-law Alan Brown. The family would like to extend their gratitude to Dr. Burke, nurses on 4C, Palliative Care doctors and nurses, Nathan from Lethbridge Homecare and to Huckvale LLP for their compassion. At Doug’s request, there will be no service. Donations can be made to Lethbridge Jack Ady Cancer Centre, Patient Navigation, 960 – 19 St S, Lethbridge, AB. Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence.

PAQUIN

EDWARD JULIEN PAQUIN, beloved husband of Vera Paquin, passed away at home in Coaldale on Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at the age of 84 years. A viewing will be held on Friday, April 10, 2015 at CHRISTENSEN SALMON GENERATIONS FUNERAL HOME, 703-13 Street North, Lethbridge at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at CHRISTENSEN SALMON GENERATIONS FUNERAL HOME on Saturday, April 11, 2015 at 1:30 p.m. Interment in the Coaldale Cemetery.

JACK REYNOLDS

It’s with great sadness to announce the passing of Jack. Predeceased by Beverly Reynolds. Mourned by his four children: Robin, Jana, Tracy, Kelly, and all of his grandchildren. He will be missed by his extended family and friends. The Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, April 9, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at CHRISTENSEN SALMON GENERATIONS FUNERAL HOME, 703-13 Street North, Lethbridge.

RONALD WILLIAM LITTLEJOHNS

Nov 3, 1946 – Mar 28, 2015

Ronald William Littlejohns, born in Calgary, Alberta, passed away unexpectedly on March 28th, 2015, in Regina, Saskatchewan, aged 68. After a rewarding career in finance, he expanded his interests in travel, farming, golf, and gardening. Ron’s passion in his later years was cooking, and at the time of his death he was a beloved member of the team at Brewsters Normanview in Regina. He was predeceased by his parents Maurice and Alice (Stead) Littlejohns. Ron is survived by his loving spouse of 23 years Lois (Klassen) Fabians, his son Derek Littlejohns (Kim), daughter Jody Craig (James), adopted son Cory Gledhill, his grandchildren Shawna Dooley (Derek), Mark, Tristan, and Kyra Craig (Jody), his sister Jeanette (Gerald) Rougeau, twin brother Brian (Elsie) Littlejohns, and his family. He is loved, and will be dearly missed. A family memorial will be held at the Garden of Peace Cemetery in Calgary at a later date.

RUSTON

MELVIN J. RUSTON, loving husband of Helen Ruston of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, at St. Therese Villa on Wednesday, April 8th, 2015 at the age of 83 years. Funeral arrangements to be announced once 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

Albert Schneider

1932 – 2015

Mr. Albert Schneider, “Ponderosa Al” of Lethbridge, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at the age of 83 years. Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed. Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence.

SIGURDSON

MERLA LOU SIGURDSON, of Raymond, AB, passed away at The Good Samaritan Society Prairie Ridge, on Saturday, April 4, 2015, at the age of 77 years. No formal funeral service at Merla’s request.
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