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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2015
By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on September 16, 2015.
ANDERSON
SHIELA DIANE ANDERSON passed away at the St. Michael’s Health Centre – Palliative Care Unit on Sunday, September 13th, 2015 at the age of 61 years.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME – 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta on Thursday, September 17th, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. with Deacon Cliff Bogdan officiating. An Interment will take place at a later date.
In memory of Shiela, donations can be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada:724 13 St N, Lethbridge, AB T1H 2T1.
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
BAD ARM
TAKALA ROSE BAD ARM passed away suddenly in Lethbridge on September 12, 2015 at the age of 21 years.
The Wake Service will be held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Blood Reserve on Sunday, Sept. 20 from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church on Monday, Sept. 21 at 11:00 a.m. Interment in St. Paul’s Cemetery.
Gregory Peter Chyz
1961 – 2015
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Greg Chyz on September 10, 2015.
Greg was a husband, father, brother and dear friend to many. In his 54 years, Greg lived life to the fullest and was a gentle person with a big heart. He worked extensively on pipeline construction projects throughout Western Canada for over 37 yrs. and was respected by all as a hardworking, conscientious individual. His quick wit, smile and humor were enjoyed by everyone.
Greg is lovingly remembered by his wife, Irene; children Gregory, Zackary and Lindsay (Casey); His sister Bert (Randy) Bachinsky, and brother Mike Chyz; as well as many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws and friends.
He was pre-deceased by his parents Bob and Alice Chyz, father-in-law Ernest Fedorowich; grandparents Mike and Helen Chyz, Peter and Effie Kostelniuk; nephew Corbin Chyz; as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00pm, on Friday, September 18, 2015 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4th Street South, Lethbridge. Interment to follow at a later date.
The family is grateful to Dr. Lavens and Withrana, Kendra, Lyndsey and the home care team who showed such kindness, compassion and exceptional care. Those who wish, memorial donations may be made to the Chinook Regional Hospital, 960 – 19th St. S. Lethbridge, AB, T1J 1W5.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence.
CLARENCE KNOWLTON
1932 – 2015
Clarence Knowlton beloved husband of Freda Knowlton passed away on September 11, 2015 at the age of 83 years. A Wake Service will be held at the Knowlton Residence on Friday, September 18, 2015 starting at 4:00 P.M. A Funeral Service will be held at the Piikani Community Hall, Brocket Alberta on Saturday September 19, 2015 at 1:00 P.M. Interment to follow at the Brocket Cemetery.
DALKE
CAPTAIN DON DALKE, of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Marjorie Dalke, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Saturday, September 12, 2015 at the age of 84 years.
Funeral arrangements will 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
 GILCHRIST
October 29th, 1935 – September 10th, 2015
EDWARD REAL GILCHRIST, beloved husband of Olive Gilchrist, of Lethbridge, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2015.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at RIVER OF LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH, 2820 – 18 Avenue North, Lethbridge on Wednesday, September 16th, 2015 at 5:30 P.M.
It is our family’s request, instead of flowers, that donations may be made to the Lethbridge Fire Fighter’s Charity Association, #6, 3160 – 12 Avenue North, Lethbridge, AB., T1H 5Z1 or 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
HOPP
AL HOPP, of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at the age of 70 years.
Funeral arrangements will 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
Krystyna Czeslawa Kasperski
1931 – 2015
Mrs. Krystyna Czeslawa Kasperski of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Stanislaw Kasperski, passed away peacefully at St. Michael’s Health Centre on Thursday, September 10, 2015 at the age of 84 years.
Krystyna was born in Poland on March 12, 1931 where she was raised and educated. Her hard work and dedication resulted in her working for a number of years in the accounting field. In 1954, she married Kazimierz Sobieszuk who passed away in 1982. In 1987, Krystyna met and married Stanislaw Kasperski in Lethbridge. She resided in Lethbridge until her passing.
Krystyna is survived by her son Waldemar and his wife Krystyna, grandson Lukasz (all of Poland), sister-in-law Mary Uwazny, nephew Fred Uwazny, niece Elane Fredrickson, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families; both in Canada and Poland.
She was predeceased by her parents, husbands, brothers and sisters.
Krystyna was a devout Roman Catholic, attending mass regularly and volunteering her time to all events. She also practiced what was preached, with her genuine kindness, and always willing and able to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. She frequently volunteered her time at the Polish Canadian Association by organizing and preparing meals for special events.
Most of Krystyna’s life was spent gardening, cooking and baking, which she loved all equally, especially when she had the chance to share with friends. She also liked to crochet and do other crafts which she would give away to friends or donated to charities. Her favourite way to relax was to do puzzles or Soduko.
Krystyna and her family would like to thank all of the doctors and nursing staff of the Chinook Regional Hospital and St. Michael’s Health Centre for the care they provided during her illness. Krystyna would also like to thank everyone for their prayers, love and support, especially to the Prozniak family (Josefina, Joe and Zosia), Ismeta and EddyBajraktaveric, Matt Malinowski, Aida and Eugene Wilamowicz.
Vigil Rites will be held at 7:00pm on Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405-12 Ave. S., Lethbridge, AB.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 2:00pm on Thursday, September 17, 2015 at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405-12 Ave. S., Lethbridge, AB with Father Lukas Drapal, celebrant. Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Catholic charity Echo z Afryki, 265 Century Ave., St. Paul , MN 55125 – 1155
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence.
Casper Meyer
1927 – 2015
Casper Hendrik Meyer, beloved husband of Lorraine Meyer, passed away
in Taber on Thursday, September 10, 2015 at the age of 88 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at
Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday,
September 17, 2015 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. and also at the
church prior to the funeral service on Friday, September 18, 2015
between 9:30 A.M. and 10:20 A.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints, Taber Stake Centre, 4709 – 50 Avenue, Taber on
Friday, September 18, 2015 at 10:30 A.M. Burial to follow at the
Highwood Cemetery, High River at 3:30 P.M. Condolences may be
forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com.
Besides Rose Lorraine, his loving wife of sixty seven years, he is
survived by his children Judith “Judy†(Harold) Jensen of Taber, Debra
(Don) Gochenour of Great Falls and Robert Meyer; grandsons Jack T.
“Jackie†Evans Jr. and Randall Scott Evans “Randy, the Cow pie kidâ€;
granddaughters Tamara Rose Paris “Tambones†and Kristie Lynn Clewes
“Kristie Poohâ€.
He was predeceased by his older brothers Ernest Meyer and Bob Meyer
and younger brother Bill Meyer.
Cass was born in Calgary on May 11, 1927. Lorraine was born ten hours
earlier on May 10 in High River. They waited to get married on May 12,
1948 when they were both twenty one and didn’t need their parent’s
permission to get married. Cass was always proud of that fact. They
were married and sealed in the Cardston, Alberta temple.
Cass’s mother Margaretha Scheen and father Abraham Meyer, were from
Haarlem, Netherlands and immigrated to Canada and settled in the
Cardston area shortly after they were married. Abraham or “Bram†as he
was affectionately called, died just three weeks shy of Cass turning
five years old. His mother never remarried and raised three young boys
as a single mother.
Cass grew up in Cardston during most of his younger life. After high
school he attended the Calgary Business College where he met his
future wife, Lorraine.
Cass and his brother Bill learned to box at a young age and trained
together. Most people thought they were twins. Cass taught many a
young man how to box, including his grandsons.
In 1954 his young family moved to Salt Lake City where he started a
career as a retail store manager and worked for a company called W. T.
Grants. He and his young family lived in Spokane, Salt Lake City and a
few cities in southern California. Cass was transferred with the
Grants Co. to El Paso, Texas in 1963. After living there for three
years he took seriously ill and was not expected to live. The family
returned to Calgary in 1966 where he would renovate homes to
financially take care of his family.
In 1956 Cass and Lorraine adopted a beautiful baby girl they named
Debra Gail, and then a year and a half later, in 1957 they adopted
Debra’s half brother, a cute baby boy they named Robert Ernest.
In 1972 Cass and Lorraine moved to Taber and started a business
called CASS’ Family Restaurant. It was known for its ice cream
creations and hamburgers and steaks. Then in the late seventies he
moved to Lethbridge, then Calgary, then Thomson, Manitoba where he
managed large shopping malls.
Cass loved animals, especially dogs and horses. He and the Meyer clan
were avid golfers and often met for family golf tournaments in
Waterton. Cass loved to sing, play the organ, play the keyboard but he
was most famous for his love of the saxophone. He loved playing with
the Grassy Lake Oilers until his body was ravaged with Parkinson’s and
he could no longer lift his sax. For twelve years, every week he would
go to the Chinook Regional Hospital and serve the sacrament to any
Latter-day Saint that was sick and wanted that ordination. Then, if
requested, he would play the hymns on his melodeon for all to enjoy.
Cass loved the outdoors and enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting and
boating. He loved to oil paint and would give one of his creations to
anyone who wanted one of his paintings and even to those who didn’t
want them. Cass and Lorraine were also snowbirds and went to Yuma
annually for a few years. Then he was diagnosed with Parkinson and the
disease took a hold of him.
His greatest joy was his family. He was very devoted to Lorraine.
Cass spoiled his daughter Judy and she was the light of his life. His
grandchildren were more like his own children than his grandchildren
and he helped raise them.
He was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints and served in many positions, including counsellors in a couple
of bishoprics, as an ordinance worker at the Cardston Temple with his
wife Lorraine and branch president as he served a senior’s mission
with his wife in South Africa. He served under the same mission
president in South Africa as his grandson, Jack.
Everyone who met Cass loved him. He was kind, humorous, fun to be
around and had an even temperament. Cass loved to help people and
serve them.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone:
(403) 223-8778.
NELSON, CODY MERLIN
Cody Merlin Nelson, beloved father, husband, son, brother, uncle, nephew, grandpa and friend, passed away peacefully at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary, Alberta on September 10 at the age of 53 after suffering a severe stroke.
Cody was born in Vulcan, Alberta and resided in Champion, Alberta for his entire life. He worked as a truck driver and had a passion for automobiles and motorcycles. He enjoyed watching numerous sporting events including hockey and baseball and took pride in watching his children perform their various activities.
Besides his loving wife Patricia, Cody is survived by his four children, Shanna, Kayla, Kirsten and Kolten, his grandchildren, Allysha, Madison, Alex and Cyrus, his father Carl Nelson, sisters Carla (David) Kennedy and Cynthia (Joel) Deans, brother Cole (Tracy) Nelson and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and extended family. He was predeceased by his mother Raema Nelson and his sister Carolyn Thompson.
Cody had a strong commitment to his family and truly treasured his time with family and friends. Although he is no longer with us, his memory and love will last forever in the hearts of all who knew him.
A celebration of Cody’s life will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2015 at 1:30 pm at the Champion Community Hall in Champion, Alberta. Pastor David Skinner will be officiating.
If desired, in memory of Cody, memorial donations may be made to the Vulcan County Kidsport Foundation, Box 360, Vulcan, AB T0L 2B0.
Arrangements in care of
Vulcan Funeral Home.
Telephone 1-403-485-2633.
E-mail condolences through http://www.vulcanfuneralhome.ca
Edward Schwanke
1968 – 2015
Mr. Edward Schwanke of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Kathleen and loving father to Nicholas and Katelin, passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2015, at the age of 46 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00pm, on Saturday, September 19, 2015, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4th Street South, Lethbridge.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made to Canadian Mental Health, 426 – 6th St. S. Lethbridge, AB, T1J 2C9.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence.
SINCLAIR
AL SINCLAIR beloved husband of Marilyn Sinclair of Lethbridge, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, September 15, 2015, at the age of 81 years.
Besides his loving wife Marilyn, Al is remembered by two sons, John (Siarron) Sinclair of Calgary and Gabe Sinclair of Lethbridge. He is also survived by a special grandson Micheal Houghton of Lethbridge and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by two brothers Max and Bob as well as his parents Colin and Elizabeth.
Al was born December 5, 1933 in Maple Creek, SK where he was raised and educated. At the age of 16 years, Al had to go to work when his father passed away suddenly on Christmas Day. He began his career in trucking and construction. After marrying Marilyn Mills, Al returned to school and graduated with his #1 welding certificate. Al and Marilyn moved to Lethbridge in 1968. Al was employed at various locations including Dueck Excavating and Big D Excavating. When he retired at 65, Al spent a lot of summertime at improving his family cabin in the Cypress Hills. This is where he will be laid to rest.
Al enjoyed country music and playing the guitar. He was a very good dancer. When he was younger, Al boxed at the Maple Creek Boxing Club for over 8 years, winning many trophies and awards in Maple Creek, Swift Current and Moose Jaw.
Al was a friend to many especially those in the trucking business. He was a good husband and father who will be sadly missed.
A Celebration of Al’s Life will be held at the MCKILLOP UNITED CHURCH, 2329-15th Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB at a later date and will be announced. In memory of Al, memorial donations may be made to Cypress Hills Park-Community Centre Fund, Box 2175, Maple Creek, SK, S0N 1N0.
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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
STORM
DAVID HARLEY LEE STORM, of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Sunday, September 13th, 2015 at the age of 51 years.
Funeral arrangements will 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
Mary Sturtevant
1920 – 2015
Mrs. Mary (Michaelis) Sturtevant of Lethbridge, passed away at the Edith Cavell Care Centre on Thursday, September 10, 2015 at the age of 95 years.
A Visitation was held at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 Street South, Lethbridge, AB.
A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 20 Rocky Mountain Blvd. West, Lethbridge, AB (located on the south end of University Drive)
Those who wish may make flower or memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317-10 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 2M7
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence.
TAILFEATHERS
LYNEL LLOYD TAILFEATHERS, husband of Alanna, passed away on the Blood Reserve on September 12, 2015 at the age of 42 years.
A Service will be held at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston on Friday, Sept. 18th from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Blood Reserve on Saturday, Sept. 19th at 11:00 a.m. Relatives & Friends may meet the family at the Church from 9:30 to 10: 50 a.m. prior to the Service. Interment in St. Paul’s Cemetery.
Karen Venechuk
1953 – 2015
Ms. Karen Venechuk of Calgary, passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2015 at the age of 62 years.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, September 19, 2015 at ST. AUGUSTINE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 411-11 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta with Reverend Andrew Horne, officiating.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence.
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