Friday June 19, 2015

BRYAN
ALICE NELLIE PRACHAR BRYAN, beloved wife of the late Sidney Bryan, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, June 16, 2015 at the age of 82 years. A Celebration of Alice’s life will be held at CHRISTENSEN SALMON GENERATIONS FUNERAL HOME, 703-13 Street North, Lethbridge on Sunday, June 21, 2015 at 2:00 PM.

Stefan Peter “Steve” Plytka of Vulcan, passed away June 14, 2015 at Vulcan Community Hospital at the age of 87 years.Steve was born in Bellevue, AB, to parents Peter and Rose Plytka. After spending his youth in the Crowsnest Pass, he later moved to the family farm in the Alston district at Vulcan, AB with his parents and brother Alex.Steve was a member of the West Canadian Colliers Miners Band and a highlight was being able to play during the Calgary Stampede Parade. He was also a past member of the Vulcan County Band and the Royal Canadian Legion. Steve enjoyed visiting with his many friends and neighbors. He enjoyed fishing, especially in B.C., camping, yard work and gardening.Steve is survived by his remaining sibling, Mary Mazur of Crowsnest Pass, brothers-in-law Ollie Olsen, Mike Welechuk, Cliff Laforme and numerous nieces and nephews and their families. Steve was predeceased by his parents, sisters Sophie Olsen, Helen Welechuk, Nancy Laforme and brothers Joe Czak and Alex Plytka.The family will honor Steve’s request for no funeral at this time. Private family inurnment Alston Cemetery, Champion, AB at a later date.Tributes in Steve’s memory can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, #100, 119 – 14 St. NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6.Arrangements in care of Vulcan Funeral Home.Telephone 1-403-485-2633.E-mail condolences through http://www.vulcanfuneralhome.ca.

FLAMAN
Mr. Kenneth Roger Flaman of Lethbridge, passed away on May 28, 2015 at the age of 67 years.
There will be no Funeral Service. A Burial of Ashes will take place at a later date.

FLORENCE KALSBEEK
(FORMERLY DE JAGER)
“For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is His love for those who fear Him” Psalm 103: 11.
It is with sadness that we announce that Florence Kalsbeek was called home by her Lord on Saturday, June 13, 2015 at the age of 81 years. Florence was married to John Kalsbeek and resided at Elim Village, Surrey, BC.
She was born in the Netherlands on December 31, 1933 and immigrated to Canada with her family in 1952. She settled and worked in the Lethbridge area. In 1956 she married Casey De Jager, who became a prominent Lethbridge furniture businessman. Casey passed away in 1988. Florence married John and moved to Ladner, BC in 1990.
Florence was a stay at home mom who enjoyed raising her children, cooking, baking, gardening, music, the outdoors and helping others. She volunteered in the local Christian School attended by her children. Florence was a life-long, active member of the Christian Reformed Church and most recently a member of Fleetwood CRC. In her later years she volunteered with the Ladner Food Bank and helped with gardening at Elim Village. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. She had a big heart with room for everyone, a caring heart that reached out to those in need and a servant’s heart that always put others first. Florence’s life was a testament to Jesus Christ, her Lord, who we believe called her home with the words “Well done, my good and faithful servant”.
Florence is survived by her loving husband, John; sons, Charles (Joyce) De Jager and Tom (Dawn) De Jager; daughters, Sylvia (Henry) Barthel, Julia (Mike) de Boer and Bev (Richard) Grisnich; step-son, Martin (Dawn) Kalsbeek; step-daughters, Betty and Caroline Kalsbeek; 21 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; brothers, Dick (Jennie) Bosch, Jerry (June) Bosch; sisters, Grace (Louis) De Jager, Dorothy (Henry) Van Boven and Henny (Peter) Schalk.
Florence was predeceased by her loving husband, Casey, her mother, Sytske, father, Theunis, and brothers, Steve and Jake.
A funeral service for Florence will be held at 1:00 PM (2 PM MST) on Saturday June 20, 2015 at Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church 9165 – 160 Street, Surrey, BC with Pastor Tom Bomhof officiating. The service will be livestreamed on http://www.fleetwoodcrc.org.

Friedrich “Fritz” Kampfl
1936 – 2015
Mr. Friedrich “Fritz” Kampfl of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Antonette Kampfl, passed away June 15, 2015 at the age of 78 years.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects between 9:30am and 10:00am, followed by a Funeral Service held at 10:00am on Saturday, June 20, 2015, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 St. South, Lethbridge, with Deacon Cliff Bogdan officiating.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence.

Randy Konynenbelt
1949 – 2015
Randal “Randy” Howard Konynenbelt passed away peacefully at Chinook Regional Hospital on Sunday, June 14, 2015 at the age of 66.
A Celebration of Randy’s life will be held from 2:00pm to 5:00pm on Saturday, June 20, 2015 at the Nobleford Community Complex.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence.

MILLER
It is with sadness that we announce that our dad, RONALD LEROY MILLER, beloved husband of Helen, passed away surrounded by family, in the St. Michael’s Health Centre Palliative Care Unit on Sunday, June 14, 2015 at the age of 79 years following a courageous battle with cancer.
Dad was born June 11, 1936 in Calgary to Howard and Vivian Miller. They grew as a family in Calgary and it was here that Dad met Mom in 8th grade. They married soon after high school and have been together ever since. Throughout this time, they were blessed with five children and 12 grandchildren. Growing up, Mom and Dad took us on annual camping trips to Shuswap Lake; an excursion we always looked forward to and remember fondly. We also loved the endless hours spent around the player piano, singing and dancing as a family. In the 70’s when the Sears store opened in Lethbridge, our family moved here and Dad managed the Auto Centre. After 5 years, they returned to Calgary where he continued his career with Sears and in the insurance business until his retirement. Mom and Dad travelled extensively and cherished their adventures to Hawaii, Europe and the US, often on cruises and by car. Dad was an avid golfer and enjoyed nothing more than playing the game with his father, children and grandchildren, especially when he could show them his putting skill on the greens. As for cards, no matter who showed up to the crib board, they knew to have their quarters or loonies ready. Dad and Mom recently returned to Lethbridge to be closer to family when Mom’s struggle with Alzheimer’s progressed.
Dad is survived by the love of his life, Helen and his children; Brian (Sharon) Miller of Lethbridge, Kim (Tony) Mrak of Lethbridge, Kevin (Darlene) Miller of Calgary, Robin Miller (Shelly) of Kelowna, B.C., Cory Miller (Maryann) of Lethbridge, as well as his grandchildren; Tyler (Michelle), Joel, Trevor (Monica), Amber (Sam), Brendan, Chad, Natasha, Jennifer, Cody, Rylie, Jordyn, and Jenna (Andrew). He is also survived by his sister Mavis (Rev. Brown) Milne of Calgary, sister-in-law Jean (Charlie) Wooten of Osoyoos, B.C. as well as a niece and nephews. Dad was predeceased by his parents Howard and Vivian Miler and parents- in-law Margaret Sasso and Harry Mills.
A Memorial Service will be held in Calgary at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes in Ron’s name may be made directly to the Palliative Care Unit at St. Michael’s Health Centre, 1400 9th Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 4V5, S.T.A.R.S., 1441 Aviation Park NE, Box 570, Calgary, AB, T2E 8M7, or a charity of your choice.
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

NORTH PEIGAN
JARED “BROCK” NORTH PEIGAN, beloved son of Gloria & Garry, of the Peigan Reserve, passed away in Brocket on Sunday, June 14, 2015 at the age of 27 years.
A Wake will be held at Gloria & Garry’s Residence, commencing on Saturday, June 20, 2015 at 7:30 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at BROCKET COMMUNITY HALL, Brocket, Alberta on Monday, June 22, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Wayne Boorsma officiating.
Interment to follow at Brocket Community 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

PEDERSEN
KENT ARVID JOHN PEDERSEN, beloved son of Linda Pedersen and Bent Pedersen (Barb Vos) and loving brother to Tami Pedersen, passed away surrounded by family, on Wednesday, June 17, 2015 at the age of 39 years, due to complications sustained in a pedestrian accident.
Besides his parents, he is survived by his sister Tami, nieces Ashley and Brynley, great nephews Greyson and Eastyn, grandmother Henny Pedersen, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins as well as his special four legged friend, Lexi.
Kent was born on February 29, 1976 at St. Michael’s Hospital in Lethbridge. He attended Our Lady of the Assumption School, St. Francis Junior High, Catholic Central High School and Lethbridge College.
Kent filled his days with sports, friends, Facebook, many hugs and Coca-Cola. He truly lived his life. Kent was a proud team member of the Integrated Bowling League and looked forward to Friday night games and seeking out the highest score. Kent was an avid collector of team jerseys and proudly displayed all 45 of them… most of them Oilers, many of them signed. He loved to play Uno with his friends and had many intense games of Mental Blox with family, especially Grumpy. Kent loved music, karaoke nights, playing Sega and of course, pushing people in the pool. Kent loved his family and friends; late night / early morning text messages were not uncommon. There was never a dull moment at family events and holidays with Kent’s speeches, jokes, and never ending picture taking. He was the Edmonton Oilers biggest fan and loved the Toronto Blue Jays just as much. He found as much joy listening to games on the radio or watching on TV as he did sitting in the stands; which he was fortunate enough to do on many occasions.
Kent was a huge part of the Lethbridge community through his work at PEAK Vocational Services, SAIPA and countless hours of volunteering his time.
He will be greatly missed and is forever in our hearts.
A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Saturday, June 20, 2015 at 11:30 A.M. with Deacon Cliff Bogdan officiating. Cremation to follow.A Reception will follow the Funeral Service at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church Hall, 2405 – 12 Avenue South, Lethbridge.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Kent’s name may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
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

REVESZ
SHIRLEY REVESZ, of Lethbridge, passed away suddenly at home on Thursday, June 18, 2015 at the age of 73 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

Linda Rosenberg
1964 – 2015
Linda Rosenberg of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Cliff, passed away after a lengthy illness surrounded by family on Saturday, June 6, 2015 at the age of 51 years.
Linda was born May 15, 1964 in Isherlon, Germany to her parents Midge and Chico Mackenzie.Linda graduated from Princess Elizabeth High School in Shilo, Manitoba. She bartended on military bases and was a maintenance planner at Cavendish Farms in Lethbridge, AB.Linda’s main interest were her grandchildren, and her hobbies included riding her motorcycle and camping.Besides her loving husband Cliff Rosenberg, Linda is survived by her Daughter Ashley; Son John; Grandchildren Shayla, Mekhail, Austin, Brooklyn, and Mattie; Brothers James, Dale, and Murdock.Linda was predeceased by her parents Midge and Chico Mackenzie.A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00pm, Saturday, June 20, 2015, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, Pastor Ralph Molyneux officiating.Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence.