TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2016

CHARLES

BRUCE SIDNEY CHARLES, passed away suddenly at home, on Sunday, March 27, 2016 at the age of 51 years.

Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.

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November 14, 1961 – Lethbridge, AB

March 23, 2016 – Calgary, AB

Jackie Di Salvo (nee Elemans) passed away surrounded by family and friends in Calgary, AB, on Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at the age of 54.

Jackie grew up in Lethbridge, Alberta with her large family of 10! She graduated from Catholic Central High school and finished her degree in Management at the University of Lethbridge. Her career life included the CRA, Alberta Gaming and most recently the City of Calgary.

Jackie completed several marathons finding joy and solace in her running shoes. She also loved biking, sunrises, hosting garden parties with her mom, being the office prankster, and baking. She was an avid volunteer and had a special love for cooking at the Ronald MacDonald house. She loved spending time with her children Michelle and Robert particularly on the shores of Kootenay Lake and during a recent trip to Cuba.

Jackie will forever be in our hearts but will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her family Michelle (Deb), Robert (Gabby), her parents Frans and Ada Elemans, siblings John (Catherine), Rick (Marj), Patricia (Roman), Maria (Brent), Yvonne, Angela (Steve), Michelle (Scott), Domenic and her furry companions Dakota and Pepper.

She will also be missed by her many nieces, nephews and dear friends. A special thank you to Dr. Grace Li, the Foothills Hospital, the Urban Palliative Home Care Team and the staff from the Tom Baker Cancer Centre.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that you go for a walk, a run or a bike ride and share a chocolate chip cookie with a favourite friend!

A celebration of Jackie’s life will be held Saturday, April 2, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. To request the location information please email junglefriends@shaw.ca or call (403) 457-8357. Condolences may be forwarded through http://www.mcinnisandholloway.com.

In living memory of Jackie Di Salvo, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Park Memorial, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Calgary, AB, T2S 2L5, Telephone: 1-800-661-1599.

1943 – 2016

It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Heather Ruth Fraleigh (nee. Dargan). Heather was born in Smith Falls, Ontario: to Phillip & Marjorie Dargan, on January 15th 1943. Heather was the second oldest child of 5; she was raised in Brockville, Ontario; where she attended nursing school. She spent the majority of her life in upstate New York with her second husband Ronald Fraleigh. In their retirement years, they traveled all over the US and Canada as snow birds, especially enjoying Arizona and Florida, then later in life settling in Fort Macleod, Alberta; then eventually Lethbridge, Alberta.

Heather is survived by her soul mate, best friend, and husband of 44 years, Ron. Her 5 children: April Wilgosh Fitzgerald & her husband Derryck, Robin Wilgosh & her partner Dwayne Lemaitre, Nathen Wilgosh, Shawn Fraleigh & his wife Janine, and Michelle Hansen and her husband Nels. Heather is survived also by her six special Grandchildren: Ashley & Aaron Fitzgerald, Marcedy & Bryn Sprado, Sabrina Fraleigh, & Christian Hansen. She is also survived by her beloved sisters Ann Silverson, Mary-Jane O’Connell and Lee Walshe, all of her many nieces, nephews, and cousins, and her very special baby, her Pomeranian Petey who faithfully stayed by her side until the end. Heather was a spunky lady who always told it like it was (even if sometimes her children and grandchildren did not like it hehe)! She had a laugh that would make others laugh; she had a kind soul, & would not think twice to give a stranger the shirt off her back. She loved to travel; the Hawaiian Islands were one of her favorite places. She loved movies and music, especially listening to her favorite band Train. She absolutely loved photography & flowers, especially combining the two of them. Heather loved reading books, and read thousands of books over her lifetime, especially her very favorite author Fern Michaels. She was an animal lover and her pets were also her children!

Heather did not want a funeral, she did not want mourning, and she wanted a celebration of her life with a party of friends and family, with her “Train” cd’s playing in the background! She will be forever missed by all the lives she touched!

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December 2, 1929 – White Rock, British Columbia

March 26, 2016 – Calgary, Alberta

Chiyeko “Chick” Konno (nee Shigehiro) beloved wife of Akira of Calgary, passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2016 at the age of 86 years.

Chick is survived by her husband Aki; their children, Mel (Debbie) Konno, Gord (Leslie)Konno, Laurie (Guy) Martineau, Doug (Cheryl) Konno; their eleven grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren and a very large extended family.

Memorial Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY (Fish Creek, 14441 Bannister Road S.E. Calgary, AB) on Friday, April 1, 2016 at 2:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in her name to the Sarcee Hospice 3504 Sarcee Road SW, Calgary, AB. T3E 4T4. Forward condolences through http://www.mcinnisandholloway.com.

In living memory of Chick Konno, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E. CALGARY, AB. T2X 3J3 Telephone: 1-800-661-1599.

1949 – 2016

Mr. Gordon “Trent” Low of Lethbridge, passed away at St. Michael’s Health Centre on Sunday, March 27, 2016 at the age of 66 years.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects from 6:00pm to 8:00pm on Wednesday, March 30, 2016 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4 Street South, Lethbridge, AB

A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, April 1, 2016 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 Street South, Lethbridge, AB

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Perry Wayne Luchia passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on Wednesday, March 23rd, 2016 at his home on Buffalo Pound Lake at the age of 57 years. Perry was born on April 26th, 1958 in Lethbridge, AB and was raised on the family farm at Nobleford, AB. Following High School graduation in 1976, he joined the Canadian Armed Forces and trained as a Comm Radar Technician. In 1977, Perry was posted to Moose Jaw, SK. He was selected to the Snowbird Team as a technician for the 1981 and 1982 seasons. This opportunity peaked his interest in flying and the decision was made to apply for pilot training. His application was successful and in 1986, he proudly earned his pilot wings at CFB Moose Jaw. Perry’s first posting was to CFB North Bay at 414 EW Sqn flying the Falcon and Challenger aircrafts. In 1990 he was posted to AETE Cold Lake as their standard’s pilot. In 1994, the decision was made to retire from the Air Force and move east to work as a Production Test Pilot for Bombardier Aerospace in Montreal. Perry flew the Challenger, the Regional Jet but his favourite was the Water Bomber. In his words, it was “real flying” – no bells and whistles. At 40, Perry was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. He continued to fly for a few years before retiring. Perry will be lovingly remembered and missed by his wife of 33 years, Sandra; sons, Kyle and Kurt (Jennifer); daughter, Erin; mother, Lucinda; brother, Kevin; sisters: Wanda, Gwen and Marianne (Jesse); father and mother-in-law, Jerrold and Barbara Delahey; brothers-in-law, David (Karen) and Scott (Lynn); as well as numerous other relatives. The Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, March 29th, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. in Moose Jaw Funeral Home. Reverend Linda Tomlinson-Seebach will officiate and a private family interment will take place at St. Columba Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully declined. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Perry’s name may be made to the Parkinson Society Saskatchewan, 610 Duchess St, Saskatoon, SK S7K 0R1. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Todd Sjoberg, Funeral Director 306-693-4550 http://www.moosejawfuneralhome.com.

NORIYOSHI (NORRY) MIYASHITA, beloved husband of Kathryn Law Miyashita, passed away in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on Thursday, March 24, 2016 at the age of 86 years.

Friends may meet the family at the church from 12:00 noon to 12:45 p.m. prior to the service.

The Funeral service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Glenwood, Alberta on Friday, April 1st at 1:00 p.m. Interment to follow at the Glenwood Cemetery.

A Memorial service will be held in Winnipeg, Manitoba at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 700 London Street on Saturday, April 9th at 2:00pm.

Condolences may be sent to: http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca

If friends and family so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Canadian Heart & Stroke Association.

1935 – 2016

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Shirley Perry, beloved wife of Daniel Perry, announce her passing on March 22, 2016 at Chinook Regional Hospital.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00pm, on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at the MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4 Street, S, Lethbridge, Alberta.

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THOMAS SANDERS, passed away at the Foothills Medical Centre, on Saturday, March 26, 2016 at the age of 63 years.

Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.

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ANNE ALEXANDRA YANICKI, beloved wife of the late Walter George Yanicki passed away at the St. Michael’s Health Centre on Sunday, March 27, 2016 at the age of 90 years.

Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.

Muriel Lynn Matkin Star of Lethbridge, Alberta, beloved wife of the late Alvin Richard Star, peacefully returned home to her Father in Heaven, surrounded by her loving family, on Friday, March 25th, 2016, at the age of 81 years.

Lynn was born on June 17th, 1934, in Cardston, Alberta, the daughter of Harold Lynn Matkin and Vyva Louise Leavitt. She was the oldest of eight children. She attended St. Mary’s Girls school in Calgary, Alberta, and later graduated from High School in Olds, Alberta. She married her sweetheart, Alvin Richard Star, on December 28th, 1951, in Lethbridge, Alberta. Together, they had four children.

Lynn was a cook by profession, and loved to make meals for her family. She was an avid reader, enjoyed camping and the outdoors, and serving and assisting in the community. She was a loving woman, with a wonderful sense of humor, and was always so generous to others in need. Above all, she cherished her children and her grandchildren. She was so proud of their accomplishments and talents.

We will love and miss her always, and will strive to continue to make her happy and proud. May she rest in peace, finally reunited with her loving husband and son.

Lynn was predeceased by her husband, Alvin Star, her youngest son, Zachary Colin Star, as well as brothers Sam Matkin, Bill Olsen and sisters Frances Berger and Betsy Olsen. She is survived by her children, Carolynn Rae (Stan) Tanner, Calvin Jay (Barb) Star, Aminda Cathleen (Kip) Orth, sisters, Bebe Rutledge and Kathleen (Harry) Momi, and brother, Chuck (Bonnie) Olsen. She is also survived by her 11 grandchildren, and 12 beautiful great grandchildren.

A Memorial Service was held in honor of Lynn’s life, on Saturday, March 26th, 2016 at the Family Home in Lethbridge, Alberta. She will be laid to rest in the Leavitt Cemetery, in Leavitt, Alberta. The family would like to sincerely thank Dr. Geers and Yumara Coteron, along with the entire staff of Golden Acres, for the loving care they provided during her stay.

1948 – 2016

Mr. Garry Wyrostok of Lethbridge, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Margaret Wyrostok, passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2016 at the age of 68 years.

Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.

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Mrs. Elizabeth Zbrodoff, beloved wife of the late George Zbrodoff, passed away in Lethbridge on Easter Sunday, March 27, 2016, at the age of 90 years.

Funeral Arrangements to be announced when completed.

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