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By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on January 4, 2016.

DENNIS

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved DENNY DENNIS, who passed away in Lethbridge on Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at the age of 69 years.

Denny will be lovingly remembered by his children, Kris (Sarah) Dennis and their children, Mitchel and Spencer; Jodi (Brantley) Boisclair and their children, Baylee and Jessi; 4 Brothers; 2 Sisters, numerous nieces nephews, cousins, in-laws and extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his wife, June and brother Brian.

Denny grew up in Calgary, was a Master Electrician and worked with Altalink for over 35 years. He eventually opened his own consulting business. He enjoyed fishing, camping and bird watching but loved and cherished his family the most. Denny was a gentle, strong soul who enjoyed life and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

A Celebration of Life will be held at MCKILLOP UNITED CHURCH, 2329 – 15 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, January 2, 2016 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Terry Shillington officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his name to the Canadian Diabetes Association – 1510 2 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J 0G2.

To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com


Ferdinandas “Fred” Fomradas

1938 – 2015

It is with great sadness, we the family of Fred Fomradas announce his passing. He passed away peacefully at his home on December 25, 2015 at the age of 77 years.

Left to mourn Fred are his sons Fred, Adam and Dave. He will also be lovingly remembered as Pop’s by his three grandchildren Nolan (Fred & Klara), Summer, and Ryder (Adam & Susan). He took great pride in being their number one fan at all activities. Everyone will miss you, Pop’s.

Fred is also survived by his sister Salma, his brothers Gus, Helmut and Alec.

He was predeceased by his brothers John and Otto.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00am on Monday, January 4, 2016 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4th St. S., Lethbridge, AB.

Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence.


GAMBLER

DEXTER GAMBLER, brother of Myrna Chief Moon and Thomas Gambler, passed away in Stand Off on December 23, 2015 at the age of 53 years.

A Wake Service will be at the Old Saipoyi Gym, Standoff on Sunday,

January 3rd from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at the Old Saipoyi Gym, Stand Off on Monday, January 4th at 11:00 a.m. Interment in St. Catherine’s Cemetery.

Send condolences to: http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca


GOERTZEN

1921 – 2015

David “Dave” Goertzen passed away peacefully, Friday, December 18, 2015, at the age of 94, beloved husband of the late Louise Goertzen (2009). Dad is in a much happier place being reunited with Mom whom he missed so much.

David was born January 31, 1921, in Twin Falls, ID, to Cornelius and Katherine Goertzen, the youngest of eight siblings and came to Canada in 1927. He married Louise in 1945 and they were blessed with five children. Sharon (Ken) Sloane; Gerry (Brenda) Goertzen; Nola (Bob) Handsaeme; Danny (Leona) Goertzen; Wendy (Doug) Smith. 12 Grandchildren and 16 Great Grandchildren.

A born carpenter, Dave went from building homes to building toys to carving life like figures. He has made many long-time friends and acquaintances throughout life’s long journey. He was very active in the Lethbridge Mennonite Church, Lethbridge Seniors Centre and Coaldale Volunteer Fire Department. Dave and Louise had many happy years together raising their family, travelling together and travelling with friends.

He was predeceased by his parents and all seven of his siblings.

The family appreciates all of the care Dad received during his recent hospital stays, as well as the numerous visits from the Church Community and Friends

Dave chose to donate his body to the University of Calgary for the purpose of medical education. http://www.ucalgary.ca/bodydonation

A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, January 5, 2016; 1:00 p.m.; Italian Canadian Cultural Club – 1511 St Edward Blvd. N. Lethbridge, AB.

Flowers are gratefully declined. Memorial donations may be given to Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) 210 – 2946 32 Street NE, Calgary AB, T1Y 6J7.


HUNT

PATRICK HUNT, of the Blood Reserve, passed away suddenly at Home, on Wednesday, December 30, 2015 at the age of 71 years.

Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.

To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com


KALETA

JOYCE DOREEN KALETA (nee FORBES) beloved wife of the late Michael Kaleta, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at the age of 86 years. Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.


Vander Knijff –Grisnich – Hus Jacoba

Psalm 145:17 – The Lord is righteous in all His ways, and holy in all His works.

With deep sorrow we announce that Jacoba (Cobie) Vander Knijff, beloved wife of the late Pieter Vander Knijff, passed away peacefully at Bethesda Care Home, surrounded by her children, on Tuesday, December 29, 2015, at the age of 88 years old.

A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00am, on Saturday, January 2, 2016 at the NETHERLANDS REFORMED CONGREGATION OF LETHBRIDGE, with Rev. A. A. Brugge officiating. Interment to follow in Archmount Cemetery.

Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence.


MORLAND

SHARON MORLAND, of Lethbridge, passed away on December 27, 2015 at the age of 51 years.

Sharon is survived by her two loving children Ben (Farren) and Cassidy Morland, her parents Ben and Evelyn Herter, sisters, Colleen (Joe) Knorr, Karen (Barry) Trites, brothers, Gerald and David Herter, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Sharon was loved by more people than she will ever know and will be greatly missed and remembered by all who knew her.

A Celebration of Life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME – 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta on Saturday, January 2, 2016 at 1:00 P.M

To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com


Edna Neville

1918 – 2015

Mrs. Edna Neville of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Frederick Neville, passed away at Legacy Lodge on Wednesday, December 30, 2015 at the age of 97 years.

Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.

Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence.


SCHWEITZ

HENRY SCHWEITZ of Lethbridge, passed away at home, on Thursday, December 31, 2015 at the age of 89 years.

Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.

To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com


ZAUGG

ALLAN WOOLFORD ZAUGG, passed away peacefully December 30, 2015 at the age of 73 years. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Lynette and his five children, Marie (Tammy) Van Samang, Kathleen (Dalin) Bullock, Nerida Bullock, Wayne (Emily) Zaugg and Alanna (Jesse) Dalton and 20 grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters Mary Vance and Gwen Dapp and his brother Wallace (Mariana) Zaugg. He was predeceased by his parents, Fingal and Mary Zaugg and by his brother John and sister Reita James. Allan worked for AGT in both Calgary and Lethbridge for almost 25 years and 8 years for Peavey Mart in Lethbridge before ill health caused his retirement in 2004. The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Fairmont Chapel, 205 Fairmont Blvd S., Lethbridge, on Monday, January 4, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Bishop Rod Bennett officiating. Friends may meet with the family prior to the service from 10 – 10:45 am.

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