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THURSDAY, November 24, 2016


By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on November 24, 2016.

Tammy Barber

1982 – 2016

Tammy Barber of Lethbridge, beloved daughter of Wayne & Patricia Barber, passed away at the University Hospital in Edmonton on Sunday, November, 20, 2016 at the age of 33 years.

A Celebration of Tammy’s Life will be held on 2:00pm Saturday, November 26, 2016 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4th Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta.

Memorial donations may be made in Tammy’s name to Calgary Health Trust in support of Foothills Medical Centre Unit 58 (800, 11012 Macleod Trail SE Calgary, AB T2J 6A5)

Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence.


CHISTE

March 7, 1925 – November 14, 2016

BRUNO LUIGI CHISTE passed away peacefully on Monday, November 14, 2016 at the age of 91. Bruno is survived by his beloved wife, Maria (Marie) and their three children Adele (Clarke) Hunter, Karen (Dave) O’Dwyer and Gary (Diane) Chiste. He is also survived by nine granddaughters, Andrea (Mike), Diana (Komie), Renae (Casey), Paula (Adam), Erin (Mike), Lauren, Leah, Sarah, and Michaela. Bruno loved to laugh and play with his eleven great grandchildren, Emmett, Haddie, Sydney, Graham, Dylan, Ellie, Norah, Aida, Russell, Rhys, and David. He is also survived by his cousin, Lino Chiste and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Adamo and Elena, his brother Joe, and his sisters Lillian and Mary.

Bruno was born on March 7, 1925 in Commerce, Alberta and was raised on a farm outside of Diamond City. He married Marie on November 15, 1952. In addition to farming in Diamond City, Bruno worked as a steam engineer at Purity Dairy and later at Palm Dairy. He ended his career on a tractor working on the grounds crew at the University of Lethbridge.

While Bruno was hardworking, he was always young at heart and loved to have fun sometimes at the expense of those around him. He had many creative talents that allowed him to play any instrument he could get his hands on, sing or whistle any tune, or share secret messages with his family with his dazzling ability to mirror write. Throughout his life he was resourceful and was able to fix or build anything. His creations will be treasured by his family.

A prayer service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME – 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB on Wednesday, November 23, 2016 at 7:00 P.M. with Teresa Grice officiating.

A Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH – 2405- 12th Ave. South, Lethbridge, AB on Thursday, November 24, 2016 at 2:00 P.M. with Father Jack Bastigal celebrating. A Private Family Graveside Service will follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories or a charity of your choice.

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


CHMELYK

EUGENE CHMELYK, beloved husband of Tilly Chmelyk, of Lethbridge, passed away at the St. Michael’s Health Centre – Palliative Care Unit on Monday, November 21st, 2016 at the age of 66 years.

Relatives and friends are invited to pay their respects at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME – 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB. on Thursday, November 24th, 2016 from 12:00 – 12:45 P.M. A Graveside Service will follow at Mountain View Cemetery.

A Memorial Service will be held at the MIZ CITY CHURCH – 502 13th Street North, Lethbridge, AB on Thursday, November 24th, 2016 at 2:00 P.M. with Rev. Daniel Zopoula officiating.

If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to Bridges of Hope – 2825 F 2 Ave S, Lethbridge, AB T1J 0G8.

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com


HAMLING

EMILY CHRISTINE HAMLING, of Bow Island, beloved wife of the late Leslie Hamling, passed away at the Bow Island Health Centre on Sunday, November 20th, 2016 at the age of 88 years.

Emily is survived by her children Jan (Tom) Suley of Wainwright, Glenda (Dennis) Schatz of Foremost and Bonnie (Glen) Campbell of Bow Island. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Les (Ali), Gene (Jen), Andrea (Cory), Dee, Lee (Tara), Kim, Taylor and Jordan as well as 12 great-grandchildren.

Besides her loving husband Les, Emily was predeceased by her daughter Karen, sister and brother-in-law Marjorie (Glenn) Johnson as well as her parents Carl and Dorothy Johanson.

A Come-and-go “Coffee Memorial” will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME – 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB. On Friday, November 25th, 2016 from 2:00 – 4:00 P.M.

A Private Family Interment will be held at a later date.

Flowers gratefully declined, memorial donations may be made to the Bow Island Pleasant View Lodge – Box 6700, Bow Island, AB, T0K 0G0 or to MADD – 5700 – 50 Avenue, Taber, AB, T1G 1M9.

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com


Mason Eli Kons

1977 – 2016

We are truly saddened to announce that Mason Kons passed away tragically in Lethbridge, on November 19, 2016 at the age of 39 years.

Mason was often known as the gentle giant and his kind eyes were like no other. Mason suffered with mental illness every day, yet he remained compassionate, kind, and strong.

Masons love for the arts showed through his poetry and drawings and his love for animals was profound.

He is survived by his mother and best friend Peggy Anne Kons; brother Michael John (Zobi) Kons; beautiful niece Jenna Leigh Kons who he had a very special relationship with, and his grandmother Vera Frey. Also, left to mourn are numerous family members on both the Kons and Reimer side.

Mason was predeceased by his father Ron Kons; grandmother Phylis Kons, and cousin Aaron Thacker.

Mason, you will be truly missed.

A Celebration of Mason’s Life will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at the ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION, 324 Mayor Magrath Dr. S., Lethbridge, AB.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Mental Health Association of Canada, 400, 105 12 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB T2G 1A1

Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence.


OLSEN

ANNA LOUISE OLSEN of Leavitt, AB, beloved wife of Loye R Olsen, passed away Tuesday, November 22nd, 2016 at the age of 90 years.

The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Leavitt, AB on Saturday, November 26th, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. Friends may meet the family on Friday, November 25th at Legacy Funeral Home from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. or at the church from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the service. Interment will be in the Leavitt Cemetery.

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


STEVENSON

ALICE JEAN STEVENSON, passed away on Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at the age of 94 years, beloved wife of the late Grant Reed Stevenson of Magrath.

The Funeral service will be held at the LEGACY FUNERAL HOME, Cardston on Friday, November 25th at 11:00 a.m.

Friends may meet the family from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the service. Interment will follow in the Magrath Cemetery.

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


Marg Reimer
1930 – 2016
Margaret Reimer, beloved wife of Ben Reimer, passed away in Bow Island on Wednesday, November 23, 2016 at the age of 85 years.
Further information including service details will follow once arrangements have been finalized.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

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