By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on May 16, 2016.
BARROWS
Dylan Alec Barrows, 19, of Cremona, Alberta, passed away on Friday May 6th, 2016, at the Foothills Medical Centre. Dylan was born March 19th, 1997, in Lethbridge, Alberta. He enjoyed life, long boarding, riding his bike, fishing, and being with his friends. His heart was just as big as his smile. Dylan is lovingly remembered by his mother Dana; step-father Ken; brother Dan; sisters Tyler and Brynlie; grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and a vast extended family of other relatives and friends. A celebration of Dylan’s life will be held at the Cremona Community Hall (302 Centre Street) in Cremona on Saturday May 21st, 2016 at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to STARS Air Ambulance (1441 Aviation Park NE, Box 570, Calgary, AB T2E 8M7). Heartland Funeral Services Ltd., Didsbury entrusted with arrangements. 403-335-4773 http://www.heartlandfuneralservices.com
BELLEMARE
BELLEMARE, Marie Fleurence, 66 of Lethbridge, Alberta passed away on May 6, 2016. She was born on December 3, 1949 in Bonnyville, Alberta the daughter of Hector and Laureta, Bellemare. She leaves behind loving siblings including her sister Claudette Currie and her husband Joe, sister Lea Biddle and husband Bryan, sister Lynn Glaim and husband Larry and brother Real Bellemare.
Flo was blessed to have many friends and support from both Quest Support Services and Southern Alberta Community Living Association over the years she lived in Lethbridge. The family would like thank the staff at Edith Cavell Care Centre for their care over the last year and the doctors and recently the nurses and doctors at the Chinook Regional Hospital.
Flo will be remembered for her sweet smile, chuckles, her fun nature and inspiring others. Her eyes said it all. She loved to travel, shop and listen to music. She was very social and enjoyed being out in the community visiting with others. Flo had a great sense of humour, sometimes being known as a prankster. Flo was a teacher; she taught everyone who met her that regardless of your shape, size or abilities if you set your mind to something anything is possible.
A celebration to honor Flo’s life will be held on Friday, May 20, 2016 at 2pm at The Coast Hotel in the Grand Ball Room located in Lethbridge.
Donalda Berger
1934 – 2016
It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our best friend, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Dona (Donalda) Blanche Berger. Mom passed away peacefully the morning of Thursday, May 12, 2016 after having surgery to repair a broken hip. Mom was ready to go and had been asking God to take her for the last few of her days. She will be missed by all who had been blessed to know her. She touched many lives and made everyone around her feel special and loved. People often commented on how much love was felt in her home. She made everyone feel welcome. Mom’s life had been dedicated solely to her family. She attended as many hockey, soccer and football games, plays, Christmas concerts, skateboarding competitions, birthday parties, celebrations for any and all occasions that she possibly could. She was supportive of anything and everything that her family was doing. Mom was an avid reader and card player – she played to win and she loved to play. She also loved to travel, bake (her gingersnaps were world famous) and spend time with her family. She and Dad put many happy miles on their old motorhome back in the day. Her and dad lived life to the fullest and has as much fun as they could. She is survived by her son Doug Berger; and daughters Rhonda Berger and Sonja Baker. She also had many living grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Rhonda and Macky’s children: Chaylene Feuser, her husband Corey and their children, Riian, Addisyn and Cason, Shenny Grimard, her husband Don and their children, Navie and Aspen, and Brady and Denny Houle, and Sonja and Willie’s children: Levi, Kaelan and Jaden Baker. Mom was predeceased by her husband, Peter Berger in 2000. Our lives will be forever changed by this loss but she will live on in our memories and every time we play a game of cards, bake her cookies, make her potatoes Romanoff or round dogs. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
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d’ENTREMONT
GEORGE EDWARD d’ENTREMONT, beloved husband of Norma Mae d’Entremont, of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Monday, February 8, 2016 at the age of 74 years.
Besides his loving wife, he is survived by his daughter Leigh-Ann (Vlad) Wasylechko, granddaughters Cassandra and Ashleigh, grandson Michael and great granddaughter, Aaliyah. George is also survived by numerous relatives in Nova Scotia. He was predeceased by his parents Margaret and Charles d’Entremont.
George was born on July 26th, 1941 and was raised in Pubnico, Nova Scotia. He joined the military in 1959 for 3 years. While in the military George was transferred to Calgary. In the early 1960’s he worked for Calgary Power. In 1964 George met Norma and they were married in 1966. They had one daughter, Leigh-Ann, in 1968. George was transferred to Sherwood Park in 1975 where he worked with Trans Alta. There, George received a Gold Hat award for the top safety professional in his field in 1987. He was with Trans Alta till he retired. George and Norma spent most of their retirement at Skelton Lake in Boyle, AB, until moving to Lethbridge to be closer to their daughter and family.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family for a Celebration of his Life at the LOYAL ORDER OF MOOSE HALL – 1401 5th Avenue North, Lethbridge, AB. on Sunday May 22nd, 2016 from 1:00 – 5:00 P.M.
In memory of George Edward d’Entremont, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, PO Box 2211, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4K7.
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d’ENTREMONT
GEORGE EDWARD d’ENTREMONT, beloved husband of Norma Mae d’Entremont, of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Monday, February 8, 2016 at the age of 74 years.
Besides his loving wife, he is survived by his daughter Leigh-Ann (Vlad) Wasylechko, granddaughters Cassandra and Ashleigh, grandson Michael and great granddaughter, Aaliyah. George is also survived by numerous relatives in Nova Scotia. He was predeceased by his parents Margaret and Charles d’Entremont.
George was born on July 26th, 1941 and was raised in Pubnico, Nova Scotia. He joined the military in 1959 for 3 years. While in the military George was transferred to Calgary. In the early 1960’s he worked for Calgary Power. In 1964 George met Norma and they were married in 1966. They had one daughter, Leigh-Ann, in 1968. George was transferred to Sherwood Park in 1975 where he worked with Trans Alta. There, George received a Gold Hat award for the top safety professional in his field in 1987. He was with Trans Alta till he retired. George and Norma spent most of their retirement at Skelton Lake in Boyle, AB, until moving to Lethbridge to be closer to their daughter and family.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family for a Celebration of his Life at the LOYAL ORDER OF MOOSE HALL – 1401 5th Avenue North, Lethbridge, AB. on Sunday May 22nd, 2016 from 1:00 – 5:00 P.M.
In memory of George Edward d’Entremont, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, PO Box 2211, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4K7.
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Dawna Rae Court
1949 – 2016
Mrs. Dawna Rae Court of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Mr. Bruce Court, passed away on Thursday, May 12, 2016 at the age of 66 years. Besides her loving husband Bruce, Dawna Rae is survived by her two daughters LaRee (Jamie) Barfuss and Janay (Jason Pecht) Okutake; her son Landon Court; three sisters Dianne (Jerry) LeGrandeur, Cheryl (David) Boyden, and Barb (Gordon) McIntosh; five grandchildren Ryan (Chelsea) Barfuss, Rory and Joel Barfuss, Maya and Griffin Pecht, and Ava Court; and one great-grandson Finnley Barfuss. Dawna Rae is predeceased by her parents Donald and Colleen McLean. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects between 7:00pm and 8:00pm on Sunday, May 15, 2016 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, AB. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00am on Monday, May 16, 2016 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, with Pastor Brian Magee, officiating. Interment to follow in the Mountain View Cemetery. Those who wish, memorial donations may be made to the Jack Ady Cancer Centre, 960 19 St S, Lethbridge, AB T1J 1W5.
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HEWITT
ARTHUR GEORGE HEWITT, beloved husband of Joyce Hewitt, passed away at the St. Michael’s Health Centre, Palliative Care Unit, on Sunday May 8, 2016 at the age of 86 years.
A Celebration of Art’s Life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB., on Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 3:30 P.M. with Canon Allan McCuaig officiating.
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Leonard ALBERT Houghton
1942 – 2016
Mr. Leonard Houghton of Lethbridge, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Margaret Houghton, passed away suddenly on Sunday, May 1, 2016 at the age of 73 years. Besides his loving wife Margaret, Leonard was predeceased by his son Rowdy; parents Myrtle and Frank Houghton as well as his brother George. Leonard is survived by his children Leonard Jr. (Diane); daughters Debbie (Dennis) Mezei and Denise Barnes; grandchildren Kristin (Bo), Chris, Shawn, Dillon, Dalton, Dustin and Kelsi. Dad was an independent trucker for most of his life. He loved our family holidays to Disneyland, Kalispel and many camping trips. One of the highlights in Dad and Mom’s lives was their trips to England, visiting family and friends. You’ll always be with us, and will be greatly missed by all who knew you. A Graveside Service will be held at 12:00pm, on Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at the MOUNTAIN VIEW CEMETERY, 1210 Scenic Drive S., Lethbridge, Alberta. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00pm, on Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at the MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4th Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta with Canon Allan McCuaig officiating.
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Mr. Sheldon Kirk Heppner
1976 – 2016
Mr. Sheldon “Kirk†Heppner of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Brenda Heppner-Webb passed away in Lethbridge on Monday, May 9, 2016 at the age of 39 years. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at 1:00PM on Thursday, May 19, 2016 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, AB. A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00PM on Thursday, May 19, 2016 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, with Major Brian Beveridge officiating. Cremation to follow. A Graveside Service will be held at a later date.
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OLD SHOES
LEONARD OLD SHOES, (Natohkottayohpowa), beloved husband of Bernice Scout, passed away at the Cardston Hospital, on Monday, May 9, 2016 at the age of 63 years.
Leonard is survived by his wife, Bernice Scout. His son Kendon (Lacey) Scout. Daughters, Lanni (Brian) Plume, & Stacey (Fred) Scout. His grandchildren Alejandro, Keira, Katniss, Sharmaine, Shayleigh, & Shanacey. His brother John (Holly) Old Shoes, & his sister Pauline Tallow. Also numerous nieces & nephews too numerous to mention.
Leonard was predeceased by his parents Mark & Eva Old Shoes, Peter & Elizabeth Bignose. His uncles Mike Yellowbull & Willie Scraping White. His brothers Percy, Mark, & Joe Old Shoes. His sisters Florence Red Crow, Katie Rider, Joyce Weasel Moccasin, & Alice Cross Child. His nephews Tweedy & Ray Old Shoes. His niece Glenda Scout. His Brother in-laws Hugh, Vernon Scout & Roy Tallow.
A Candle Light Vigil will be held at Leonard Old Shoes’ Residence on Friday, May 13, 2016 at 8:00 P.M.
A Family Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB., on Sunday, May 15, 2016 at 4:00 P.M.
The Wake will be held at MOSES LAKE GYM, Blood Reserve, AB., on Sunday, May 15, 2016 from 6:00 to 10:00 P.M. and will continue after at Leonard Old Shoes’ Residence, continuing all night.
The Funeral Service will be held at ST. PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, Blood Reserve, AB., on Monday, May 16, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. with Archdeacon Sydney Black officiating.
Interment to follow at St. Paul’s Cemetery, Blood Reserve, AB.
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ROLLKE, Anthony Robert “Tonyâ€
May 26, 1948 – Blairmore, Alberta
May 10, 2016 – Calgary, Alberta
Anthony “Tony†Rollke beloved husband of Concesa Rollke of Calgary, passed away on May 10, 2016 at the age of 67 years.
Tony is remembered with much love and laughter in our hearts, although dearly missed he will continue to accompany all of us as we proceed on our journeys without him. Not one of us will cast a fishing rod or sit by an open fire again without thinking of him. Tony worked in the oil and gas industry for many years, both in Canada and abroad where he made many dear lifelong friends.
Tony is survived by his loving and gentle wife, Concesa “Bingâ€; his son Ashley (Lauren); his brother and sisters, Katherine Robinson, Greg (Leonila), Diane Egeland and Trina (Bruno); numerous nieces and nephews, relatives and many dear friends. Not forgetting of course his faithful “White Knight,†Tugger.
A Celebration of Life will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY (Eastside, 5388 Memorial Drive N.E., Calgary, AB) on Tuesday, May 17, 2016 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Condolences may be forwarded through http://www.mcinnisandholloway.com. The Rollke Family wishes to express their gratitude for the excellent care and support given to Tony and our family during his stay at the Peter Lougheed Center Unit 28, ICU.
In living memory of Tony Rollke, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Eastside, 5388 MEMORIAL DRIVE N.E., Calgary, AB Telephone: 403- 248-8585
ROMANCHUK
JULIANA “JULIA†ROMANCHUK, beloved wife of the late Nicholas Romanchuk, of Coaldale, passed away at the Coaldale Health Centre on Thursday, May 12th, 2016 at the age of 92 years.
Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.
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RUSSELL
HATTIE IONE (nee Holladay) RUSSELL, beloved wife of the late Mac C Russell, passed away in Lethbridge on Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at the age of 96 years.
Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
SCHUITEMA
Doris Schuitema passed away on May 5th, 2016 at the age of 91.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday May 19th at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Lethbridge, AB 1818-5th Ave S.
A private family interment will be held at Union Cemetery in Fort Macleod.