March 28th, 2024

THURSDAY, July 14, 2016


By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on July 14, 2016.

CHIEF MOON

FRITZ RONNIE CHIEF MOON passed away in Calgary, Alberta on July 10, 2016 at the age of 49 years.

A Wake Service will be at the Senator Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve on Sunday, July 17th from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be at the Senator Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve on Monday, July 18th at 11:00 am. Interment in Pioneer Cemetery.

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


COLMO

BRUNO COLMO of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Anna Colmo, passed away with his family by his side at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Saturday, July 9, 2016 at the age of 81 years.

As well as his wife, he is lovingly remembered by his children, Dario (Pam) Colmo and Linda (Kevin) Dragland; mother-in-law Molly Morency; sisters and brothers-in-law, Donna (Rob) Parkins, Scott (Leanne) Morency, Carrie Morency and Mark (Lori) Morency; nieces and nephews who knew him as “Uncle Boo”: Erika, Kayla, Todd, Meagan, Kaitlyn, Graysen and Dawson; as well as his special nephews, Diego and family, Fabio in Italy, along with his brother and sister.

Bruno was predeceased by his wife Lucia, parents and five brothers and sisters in Italy.

Bruno was born on January 18, 1935 in Capo D’Istria, Italy. He immigrated to Canada with his wife Lucia in 1957 and went to work on a dairy farm, north of Lethbridge. Within a few years, he began working for Balbi Construction and construction remained with him from then on; framing, home building and his cement work which he always wanted to be done perfectly. Bruno was never a man to say “No” to anyone who asked for help. He loved his bobcat (his toy) and right up to last year when his contractors called to do some bobcat work, he was there to help them out.

Bruno was a very active member of the Italian community, always available to lend a hand where needed. He will be remembered by his friends and family for his generosity and good hearted nature.

A Prayer Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta, on Friday, July 15, 2016 at 7:00 P.M. with Deacon Cliff Bogdan officiating.

A Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at ST. BASIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 604-13th Street North, Lethbridge, Alberta, on Saturday, July 16, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. with Father Kevin Tumback, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery.

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


William “Bill” Dunn

1921 – 2016

Mr. William “Bill” Dunn of Lethbridge, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Dorothy Dunn, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Monday, July 11, 2016 at the age of 95 years William (Bill or Willy to friends and family) was bron on February 9, 1921, at East Edmonton, Alberta. In 1927, he and his brother Malcom moved to the Ministick Lake area, southeast of Edmonton, to farm with their parents, Peter and Kathleen Dunn. Bill married Alice Mae Waters in 1944 and continued to work the family farm until 1955. After Alice passed away that year, Bill moved his children to Lethbridge and became a welder at Lethbridge Iron Works until he retired in 1986. In 1960 he married Dorothy Jean Hall and they enjoyed 52 wonderful years together. William is survived by his daughter Kathleen (Gerald) Berent; sons Robert Hall, Douglas (Shiela) Dunn; 9 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides his first wife Alice, William was predeceased by his loving wife Dorothy; his brother Malcom and grandson Chadwick Hall. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00am, on Saturday, July 16, 2016 at the MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta with Pastor Rodger Halvorsen, officiating. For those who wish, memorial donations in Bill’s name may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

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John Brouwer

1945 – 2016

“In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.”

John 14:2, KJV

Surrounded by his family, John Brouwer passed away on July 12, 2016 at the age of 71. John is survived by his beloved wife Janny (Salomons) and their children Travis (Chris) Brouwer and their sons, Brandon and Nathan; Roxanne Forsyth and sons Ryan, Tyler and Mark, and Brad (Deanna) Brouwer and children Indira, Levi and Violet, and 2 great-grandchildren Nolan and Ryker. John is also survived by 5 brothers and 1 sister: Bram (Pearl) Griffioen, Hank (Alice) Brouwer, Cor (Ina) Brouwer, Bert (Agnes) Brouwer, Pete (Marianne) Brouwer and Gerda (Hugo) Stoof. John is also survived by many brothers and sisters in law. John was predeceased by his parents Gezinus and Jannigje. A Master Electrician, John was the owner of Brouwer Electric Ltd. and enjoyed serving the agricultural and industrial communities for the last 50+ years. John loved being involved in music and played guitar, sang, and did sound production for numerous dances, events and at church. John’s never-ending kindness, generosity and sense of humour is remembered by many. Janny would like to give special thanks to Dr. Shukkoor, Dr. Lukenaar, and the palliative team and staff at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital and the Coaldale Health Centre for their compassionate care. A Graveside Burial Service in Coaldale for close friends and family will be followed by a Memorial Service at 2:00pm on Saturday, July 16, 2016 at MARANATHA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH OF LETHBRIDGE, 260 McGill Blvd W, Lethbridge, AB., with Pastor Tony Mann officiating. In lieu of flowers, please donate to a local youth music program of your choice.

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KRAWCZYK

STANISLAW KRAWCZYK, of Lethbridge, also known as Mr. Greenthumb, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, July 7, 2016 at the age of 81 years.

Stanley is survived by his sister Mary of Poland. He was predeceased by his parents Aleksandra and Wladyslaw Krawczyk, his sister Irene, and brother Anthony.

Stan was born January 5, 1935 in Metelno, Poland. Stanley was a horticulturalist by trade, attending the University of Gdansk, Poland. He moved to Canada in June 1972 with his family: his wife Irena, daughter Anne Hale, and son Peter. Shortly after arriving, Stan began working with Sick’s Lethbridge Brewery. Eventually he was promoted to the head gardener position, where he oversaw the Brewery Hill Tourist Attraction at its peak. He also took care of the Edmonton Brewery for Molson’s for many years. He was involved in the local community through the Horticultural Club and travelled to towns in Southern Alberta, educating people on proper gardening practices. For his horticultural service in Southern Alberta, he received a lifetime honorary membership in the Alberta Horticultural Society. He also co-hosted a radio show, during which time the Mr. Greenthumb name was coined for him. In 1990, he opened up his own greenhouses and worked there until retirement. Stanley loved to go fishing, picking mushrooms, and spending time with his German shepherds. In the latter years, he spent many days camping and picking mushrooms with his only granddaughter Aleksandra, all the while whittling away, making canes for all his friends and acquaintances.

Stan’s smile will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

A Funeral Mass will be held at ST. BASIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 604 – 13 Street North, Lethbridge, AB., on Saturday, July 16, 2016 at 2:00 P.M., with Father Kevin Tumback, Celebrant.

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


VIANI

GIUSEPPINA “JOSEPHINE” VIANI, beloved wife of the late Giuseppe “Joe” Viani, of Lethbridge, passed away at the St. Michael’s Health Centre, Palliative Care Unit, on Monday, July 11, 2016 at the age of 85 years.

She is lovingly remembered by her two sons, Angelo (Pam) and Tony (Linda), two grandchildren, Bryan and Kimberly and two great-grandchildren Kyeler and Alexis. Also left to mourn her passing are her two sisters, Maria and Felicetta of Civitanova del Sannio, Italy, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Josephine was predeceased by her husband Joe in 2014 and after 59 years of marriage.

Josephine immigrated to Canada in 1966 with her two small children, joining her husband who had arrived 3 years earlier to secure a job and create a home for the family. Almost immediately she began working at Ducan Industries as a seamstress. Later she was hired by Lethbridge Regional Hospital and worked as a housekeeper until she retired at the age of 59. Josephine loved to cook her special Italian food dishes for her family and friends. It was not unusual for her to spend days preparing for the big meal. She was a fabulous cook with her signature dish being her famous baked lasagne. Josephine was most proud when she was in her kitchen. She was known as “Josephine” to her English friends of whom she made many and known as “Pina” to her many lifelong friends in the Italian community.

Josephine attended Assumption Church and was an active member of the Catholic Women’s League. During the last few years of her life, the residents and staff of Martha’s House, Chinook Regional Hospital, and St. Michael’s Hospital all became fast friends. She was a very social person that enjoyed playing Mexican Train and Bingo with her friends at Martha’s House. Josephine also had a truly remarkable talent for remembering everyone’s first name and a little bit about them. She loved to travel back to her home town and was very proud of her Italian heritage.

Josephine will be missed by everyone who knew her but she will certainly never be forgotten. A special thanks to Randy and the care teams of CRH and St Michael’s; “She’s OK”.

A Prayer Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge AB, on Sunday, July 17th, 2016 at 7:00 P.M. with Len and Sandy Whyte officiating.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405-12th Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, on Monday, July 18, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Alfonse, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery, Lethbridge, AB.

In lieu of flowers and in memory of Josephine, donations are gratefully accepted to the Terry Fox Foundation, 6115-3rd Street SE, D10, Calgary, AB T2H 2L2.

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

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