MONDAY, JANUARY 25, 2016

Katherine “Timmy” Bell Black

1916 – 2016

Katherine “Timmy” Bell Black of Lethbridge, passed away at Edith Cavell Care Centre on Saturday, January 23, 2016 at the age of 99 years.

Timmy was born in Oak Point, NB and grew up on a dairy farm outside of Sackville, NB. She attended Mt. Allison University obtaining a BSc in Home Economics in 1938. She then entered the nursing training program at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Montreal. After graduating in 1941, she nursed in Quebec and then Edmonton. It was there that she met Alan Bell whom she married in 1947. The young couple moved to Montreal and then Saint John, NB where both their children Susan and Tim were born. The family moved back to Alberta, eventually settling in Lethbridge where Timmy spent the rest of her life.

Following Alan’s death in 1973, Timmy was fortunate to find a new life partner, marrying John Black in 1974. They shared 29 wonderful years filled with cruises, time in Waterton and Rosen Lake, golfing and entertaining their many friends.

She gave back to the community through her involvement with the Lethbridge Music Club, the YWCA, the IODE and the Southminster United Church women’s group.

Timmy was predeceased by her parents Charles and Marion Inch; her sister Madeline McKinnon Brands; her first husband Alan Bell, and her second husband John Black.

She is survived by her children Susan (Colin) Boyer and Tim (Brenda) Bell; her grandchildren Kristina (Ath Caramanolis) Boyer, Katherine Boyer, Meredith Boyer, Matthew Bell, and Carson Bell; her great grandson Elliott Caramanolis; and her stepchildren Ginny (John) Hoopfer, Bob (Patricia) Black and their children, Dianna, Colleen and Tim.

Friends and family will remember Timmy as a gracious and kind lady. She adored her family and especially cherished the times they spent together at Rosen Lake, one of her favorite places.

There are so many people who enriched Timmy’s life; lifelong friends, new friends made at Martha House and the staff of both Martha House and Edith Cavell Care Centre.

Timmy did not wish for a funeral, however, arrangements regarding a Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.

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1925 – 2016

Ludmilla Emily Busowsky of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mykola Busowsky, passed away on Saturday, January 23, 2016 at the age of 90 years.

Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.

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IRENE CARTER, beloved wife of Jack Carter, of Lethbridge, passed away at home at the age of 78 years.

A Service of Remembrance will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME – 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB. on Friday, January 29th, 2016 at 1:00 P.M. A time of fellowship & refreshments will follow.

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ALLAN LESLIE CHAMBERS, beloved husband of Joanne Chambers of Lethbridge, passed away at St. Michael’s Health Care, Palliative Care Unit on Monday January 18, 2016 at the age of 80 years.

The Memorial Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive, South, Lethbridge on Monday January 25, 2016 at 11:00 am.

Interment to follow in the Vulcan Cemetery at 4:00 pm.

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Thomas Gordon Dragland passed away peacefully on January 20th, 2016 surrounded by his children, lady friend and son-in-law, at the age of 85.

He leaves behind his children Marvin (Chris) Dragland, Diane Gove, and Charlotte (Fred) Guild, and lady friend Hazel Tilleman, grandchildren Whitney (Mike), Molly (James) Brook, Addison, Jenni (Blake), Joshua, Nathan (Courtney), Dana (Dustin) Neufeld, April and Monica. Also, his adored great grandchildren Emily, Tucker, Aurora and Samuel, his brothers and sisters Marjorie Cote, Doris (Carl) Kimmitt, and Dave, mother-in-law Catherine Bernhart, sister-in-law Kathy Serniak, brother-in-law Don (Joyce) Bernhart and his extended Tilleman family. He was predeceased by his loving wife Janette.

Gordon was a very talented carpenter who had a hand in building a lot of the buildings in Lethbridge. He loved and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, camping, fishing, water skiing, dancing and playing golf. He enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren play baseball and hockey. He loved a good rodeo and was an avid Blue Jays fan. Gordon was able to make friends wherever he went. He was loved by many and respected by all. If you needed a hand, he was always there.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday January 30th, 2016 from 1-4:00pm downstairs at the Keg Steakhouse, 1717 Mayor Magrath Dr. S., Lethbridge.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Palliative Care Unit at the St. Michael’s Health Centre Foundation Office, 1400 9 Ave. S., Lethbridge, AB, T1J 4V5.

1927 – 2016

Abe Klassen of Coaldale, AB, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Wednesday January 19, 2016 at the age of 88 years.

The Interment will be held at 12:30 pm on Monday, January 25, 2016 at the COALDALE CEMETERY, Coaldale, AB.

A Memorial Service will follow at 2:00 pm at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 Street S, Lethbridge, AB.

Donations may be made in Abe’s name to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, NWT, & NU, #100, 119 – 14 Street NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6.

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Michael Larter

1952 – 2016

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Charles Larter on January 21, 2016 at the University of Alberta Hospital in Edmonton, at the age of 63 years. Michael was the beloved father of Rob and Keltie (mother Melanie) grandfather of Tyler and Karen’s best friend.

Dad was born April 4, 1952 in Saskatoon and grew up in Lethbridge. He received his journeyman ticket at NAIT, achieving the scholastic award, and becoming an outstanding journeyman insulator. He loved photography and cooking and animals loved him. He was a kind, generous, loving human being with an incredible inner strength, never looked for praises, was never one to boast, his wants were very few, his worries went unspoken, he was our greatest blessing.

Dad will be lovingly remembered by his sister Pat (Ken), his nieces Sherie and Sheila, his great nephew Austin (Breanne) and great nieces Shyla and Rosealee. Dad will also be lovingly remembered by Ron (Bev), their children Katherine (Mark) and son Jack, John, Curtis, Kimberly, and Brooklyn. Also left to mourn are his mother, brother and sister in laws, nephews and nieces, and many great friends.

Dad was predeceased by his parents Charlie and Lorraine, his niece Carol, his great niece Katlyn, Herbert and Anne, and the kind soul whose lungs gifted him six extra wonderful years of life.

God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be, so he put his arms around you and whispered “Come to Me”.

With tearful eyes we watched you and saw you pass away and although we love you dearly we could not make you stay.

A golden heart stopped beating; hard working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best.

A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00pm, Wednesday, January 27, 2016 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, AB.

Donations may be made in Michael’s name to the The Lung Association, Alberta & NWT, #208, 17420 Stony Plain Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T56 1K6.

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Following a shockingly brief battle with cancer, RICHARD “RICK” ICHIRO TANAKA passed away peacefully in the company of family on Monday, January 18, 2016 at the age of 66 years. Richard lived in Lethbridge for most of his life and worked for the roofing department of Charlton & Hill for 40 years. After retiring, he kept busy with his roof inspection business as well as his many interests: trips to Vegas with the guys, time spent with his coffee crews, golfing, charitable work or following his love of racing and soccer. Though very humble, his generosity touched family, friends and numerous charitable organizations.

Richard is survived by his wife Marlene, sons Craig and Chris (Kristina), step-son Chris (Mandi), step-daughter Leah (Karl), grandchildren Chayse, Eden, Malachai, Bailey, Eva, Eli, Morgan, Grace and Mak as well as his brother Gordon and sisters Elaine and Pat, mother-in-law Hahn Stowell and brother-in-law, Randy (Gloria) Stowell. Richard was predeceased by his first wife Rena, father Hiroshi, and mother Akiko.

The family would like to thank the health care team for their caring support, especially Doctors Ireland and Low.

The Funeral Service will be held at the BUDDHIST TEMPLE OF SOUTHERN ALBERTA, 470 – 40 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Monday, January 25, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Yasuo Izumi officiating.

Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers or koden, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 – 10 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 2M7 or Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lethbridge, 622 – 6th Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 0Z3

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Allan Ulrickson

1932 – 2016

Mr. Allan Ulrickson of Lethbridge, beloved husband of the late Teresa Ulrickson passed away at St. Therese Villa on Monday, January 18, 2016 at the age of 83 years.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00pm on Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 St. S., Lethbridge, AB.

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SUSAN WALL, beloved mother, grandmother and great- grandmother, of Lethbridge, passed away at the St. Michael’s Health Centre – Palliative Care Unit, on Saturday, January 23, 2016 at the age of 73 years.

Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.

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