SATURDAY, August 27, 2016
By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on August 29, 2016.
Greep, Helen Kirkham
December 28, 1941 – August 24, 2016
Helen Kirkham Greep passed away peacefully on August 24, 2016 with her children and family by her side.
She is survived by her three loving children Tori (Jeff) Blomquist of Aloha, OR, Taran (Laura) Greep of Peoria, AZ, Tasha Greep of Arlington Virginia and predeceased by one son Tyler Greep. Helen is also survived by three grandchildren Todd, Taylor and Jordan Blomquist and a great-grandchild Damon Blomquist. Helen is predeceased by her parents Joseph and LaRosa Kirkham and siblings Gary Kirkham, Sandra Kirkham Piepgrass and Roger Kirkham. She is survived by one sister Sally (Rene) Monette of Calgary.
Helen was born in Lethbridge, Alberta on December 28th 1941. She grew up in Raymond, Alberta where she received her early education and graduated from Raymond High School. She later earned a degree in medical technology from Lethbridge Municipal Hospital and a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from the University of Calgary. She enjoyed many years of teaching and loved her students. Helen had a positive attitude and passion for life. She loved spending time with family, friends and travelling with her children.
A Funeral Service will be held for Helen at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints – Sundance Chapel (100 Sunpark Drive SE, Calgary) on Monday, August 29, 2016 at 10:00 am. Interment to follow at Raymond Cemetery
Messages of condolence may be forwarded to the family at http://www.piersons.ca
HENLINE, Harvey
July 21, 1942 – August 22, 2016
Harvey Henline passed away peacefully at the Willow Creek Continuing Care Centre in Claresholm, Alberta on August 22, 2016 at the age of 74 years.
He is survived by his sisters Edith (Ralph) Fredrick, Maryann Reinhard and brother George Henline. Harvey was predeceased by his wife of 12 years Ruth Henline (nee Wieldon) in 1978, as well as his father Edward Henline, mother Margaret Long and brother Gary MacDonald.
Harvey was born July 21, 1942 on a ranch near Manyberries, Alberta. He was raised in Aden, Alberta and early in his life ventured out to make his own living working in Alberta in the oil patch, on farms & ranches and scrap metal from Olds to Claresholm. Harvey took roots in Claresholm and called it home, where he would take the opportunity to visit with anyone and appreciate their stories while having a sense of humour along the way.
Interment will take place at Sunnyside Cemetery in Aden, Alberta on Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at 11:00 am. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Claresholm United Church Lower Hall in Claresholm, Alberta on September 14, 2016 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Stefan Ulrich officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Prairie Winds Clubhouse (P.O. Box 1354 Claresholm, Alberta T0L 0T0)
Arrangements entrusted to Willow Creek Funeral Home, Claresholm. Tel: 403-625-3212.
Condolences may be forwarded to the family at http://www.willowcreekfuneralhome.com
Henry Lloyd Gerard Sr.
1932 – 2016
The family of Mr. Henry L. Gerard sadly announce his passing on August 22, 2016. He passed peacefully with his beloved wife Irene Gerard, and family by his side.
He is survived by his loving wife Irene, his children Janice (Dale), Adeline (Cliff), Blanche, Marvin (Teresa), Kelly, Marlene, Peggy, Tammy (Jason) and Henry Jr.
He was predeceased by his parents, his three sons Jerry, Arnold and Allister; and his four grandchildren Roland, Kimberly, Michael and Dennis.
Friends and family are invited to pay their respects from 6-8pm on Monday, August 29, 2016 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4th St. S.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11am on Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at MARTIN BROTHERs RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4th St. S., with Canon Allan McCuaig, officiating. A feast will follow the burial at EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH, 4717 24 Ave. S.
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Jack Jones
January 27, 1920 –
August 24, 2016
Jack passed away in his sleep on Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at the age of 96 years. Jack is survived by his loving wife Alfreda; daughter Penny (Robert) Marshall; two grandsons Sean (Nancy) Marshall, Ryan (Tanis) Marshall; three great- granddaughters McKenna, Rowan and Jordyn Marshall; sister Ivy Chenger; 2 sisters-in-law; and several nieces, nephews and their families. Jack was predeceased by his father Henry Parry Jones; mother Elsie Emily Jones and his brothers David, Richard and Frank. A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00pm on Monday, August 29, 2016 at the MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4th Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta, with Canon Allan McCuaig, officiating. A Private Family burial will be held in the Mountain View Cemetery Field of Honor.
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Johanna Donkersgoed
1926 – 2016
Mrs. Johanna Donkersgoed passed away on Tuesday, August 23, 2016. A Celebration of Johanna’s Life will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, August 27, 2016 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4th St. S., Lethbridge, AB.
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KUBIK
ED KUBIK, 69, passed away peacefully in his sleep at Lethbridge Regional Hospital on Wednesday, August 24, 2016. He leaves his two daughters Karma (David) and Kara (Keisuke). Ed was predeceased by his wife of 22 years, Joanne and his father, Emil. He is survived by his mother Josephine, four siblings Vicki, Geri (Mike), David (Lori) and Emily (Wayne) and his companion Norma Guzman along with many nieces, nephews and extended family.
Ed was born on October 16, 1946 and spent his childhood growing up in Picture Butte. He was always using his hands to build something and as he got older his interest in Carpentry sparked a successful 27 year career with Triple M Housing as well as his own independent company. Many also knew Ed for his passion for Mopar cars, his prized possession being his ’71 Roadrunner.
Ed didn’t need to travel to faraway places to have fun, he knew how to enjoy the simple things in life, from tinkering in the garage to spending a night out dancing. He was a strong, fun loving man and will be deeply missed by his family, friends, co-workers and all others who were blessed enough to have him in their lives.
Family wishes to thank Dr. Benke and the nursing staff (5B and 4B) of the Lethbridge Regional Hospital for their care. If friends desire a memorial donation maybe made at a charity of your choice.
A Service of Remembrance will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, September 2nd, 2016 at 11:00 A.M., with Reverend Glenda Wert officiating. Cremation with a private interment will be held at a later date.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
LEAVITT
WADE LEAVITT passed away in Lethbridge, Aug. 23, 2016 with his family at his side. He was predeceased by his brother Kelly Leavitt. He was survived by his daughter Ashley Leavitt of Lloydminster, sister Lori (Mike) Waldner of Lethbridge and parents Carol and Darryl Leavitt also from Lethbridge. There will be no service held.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
SAILER
ELMER SAILER, beloved husband of Doreen Sailer, of Lethbridge, passed away in Lethbridge on Thursday, August 25th, 2016 at the age of 85 years.
No formal service will be held. Cremation, with a private interment at a later date.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
SHOT BOTH SIDES
JIMMY KENDALL SHOT BOTH SIDES III passed away in High River, Alberta on August 20th, 2016 at the age of 43 years.
A Candlelight Service will be held in High River at the Site on Sunday, August 28th at 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. The Family Service will be held at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston on Monday, August 29th at 5:00 p.m. followed by the Wake Service at Senator Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be at the Senator Gladstone Hall on Tuesday, August 30th at 1:00 p.m.. Interment in the Pioneer Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent to: http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca
Victor Quon
1927 – 2016
Victor Fee Quon of Lethbridge, beloved husband of the late Anne Wai Kuen Quon, passed away peacefully at the Palliative Care Unit – St Michaels Health Centre in Lethbridge, Monday August 22, 2016 at the age of 88. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at 6:00pm on Friday, September 2, 2016 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4 St. S., Lethbridge, AB. A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00pm on Saturday, September 3, 2016 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL. Interment will follow in the Mountain View Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be held at 4:00pm on Saturday, September 3, 2016 at NEW DYNASTY RESTAURANT, 103 7 St. S., Lethbridge, AB.
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Donna Valgardson
1927 – 2016
Donna Alyce Valgardson (nee Edwards), beloved wife of the late William “Bill” Valgardson, passed away peacefully in Lethbridge on Tuesday, August 23, 2016 at the age of 88 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Sunday, August 28, 2016 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. and also at the church prior to the funeral service on Monday, August 29, 2016 between 10:00 A.M. and 10:40 A.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Taber Stake Centre, 4709 – 50 Avenue, Taber on Monday, August 29, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com.
Donna will be sadly missed by her seven children Bill (Sandra) Valgardson of Taber and their children Lindy (Ryan) Tanner, Scott, Amber (Jay) Jerowsky and Kara (Bruce) Dunham; Blair (Gail) Valgardson of Taber and son Dylan (Kimberly); Sherman (Glennda) Valgardson of Taber and their children Eric (Tami), Mark (Jenny), Raegan (Jeff) Hill, Lauren (Chris) McCance and Julia (Dustyn) Noble; Sheila (Cameron) Calder of Alpine, Utah and their children Christopher, Jordan, Courtney and Mackenzie (Ryan) Graham; Julie (Scott) Larsen of Prescott, Arizona and their children Zachary, Ciara (Tyler) Goodman, Isak, Micah (Ryan) Taylor and Spencer; Joann (Alan) Jessop of Draper, Utah and their children Tanner, Kylie and Carson; Sharon (Brent) Morrison of New Dayton and their children Parker, Kole and Tait. She is also survived by twenty nine great grandchildren; brother and sister-in-laws Ronald (Connie) Valgardson of Taber, Ethel (Bob) Stephenson of St. George, Utah, Victoria Valgardson of Taber and numerous nieces and nephews. Â Â
She was predeceased by her husband Bill Valgardson; her parents Charles and Sally Edwards; granddaughter Amber Rae Valgardson; siblings Eldon (Mary) Edwards, Rachel (Melvin) Anderson, Maydell (Dean) Anderson and Ruth Nadine; In-laws Norma (Van) Haslam, Thelma (Cliff) Rawsthorne, LaRue (Alfred) Carter, Howard Valgardson, Garry Valgardson and Patti Valgardson.
Donna was born in Taber, November 8, 1927 to Charles and Sally Russell Edwards. She spent her life in Taber and attended Central School and Taber High School. Donna had a keen mind and a wonderful memory. She won many awards for her performances in poetic competitions and could recite long memorized poems into her later years. She also excelled in gymnastics while in school. Â For many years, Donna could turn herself into a “pretzel” that entertained her family. She worked at the Bank of Montreal before marrying Bill Valgardson on July 10, 1948. Her greatest love was her family. Donna devoted her time and energy in creating a warm and wholesome home to nurture her children and grandchildren. She was a wonderful homemaker and the best cook. She was loved for her hot crossed buns, her flapper pies, her donut days and memorable Sunday dinners. Her grandchildren always knew there would be treats at Grandma’s house. Â
Donna enjoyed sewing, needlepoint, knitting, quilting and crocheting and used these skills to bless her family. Â There were many dresses made, quilts delivered and baby gifts enjoyed by her selfless acts. She amazed everyone with her creative Halloween and skating costumes. Donna most loved Christmas and birthdays and spent many hours turning these events into magical moments for her family.
Donna had many life long friends that were dear to her and enriched her life. She often spoke of her friends from her school years and the wonderful memories that she enjoyed from that time. She valued her friendships with those from her church associations and her time spent working on genealogy as well. They were happy times for her.
Donna was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She held many positions in the Church and executed them faithfully. She taught her family of her faith in the Gospel and instilled in her children, a love of our Savior. Her legacy of Faith lives on through her posterity.
Our love and thanks go to the nurses and staff at the Edith Cavell Care Centre for the kind and personal care that they gave to our mother. We express much love and appreciation to Kristine (Ackerman) Jensen and to Lori Derksen for their loving, thoughtful and attentive sweet care that they rendered to our mother and grandmother.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.
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