By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on December 29, 2016.
ALLRED
ORLEY FRANK ALLRED, beloved husband of the late Miriam Allred, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2016 at The Good Samaritans Society – Garden Vista in Magrath, Alberta, at the age of 90 years. He is the loving father of Robin (Harry) Leeson of Stirling, and Kim (Irina) Allred of Raymond. Frank is also survived by ten grandchildren; John (Shannon) Gerard, Gaelen (Catherine) Gerard, Laurie (Andre) Zadnik, Jason Allred, Becky (Jaron) Brunson, Jennie (McKay) Steed, Cassie (Jarom) Stevenson, Dustin (Violetta) Allred, and Tony Shepherd. Besides his loving wife of 49 years, he was predeceased by a daughter Melinda Shepherd, and by his second wife Hazel Paxman. Orley lived a long, conscientious and exemplary life throughout may experiences that took him all over the world. In his older age when he slowed down, he often regaled people with his fascinating stories, but he was always concerned throughout his life with living up to the standards of God and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He lived in many places where he could not attend. If he were to be respected at all he would have wanted people to know the motivation for whatever good he may have been to others. The Funeral Service will be held at the CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS, Stirling Chapel, on Saturday December 31, 2016 at 11:00 AM with Bishop Jeff Nelson officiating. Friends may meet the family prior to the service at the church from 10:00- 10:45 AM. Interment in Cardston Cemetery.
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BIRD-VOLD
ADALAIDE “BLAKELY” MARGURITE
My Lord, the baby is dead! Why, my Lord—dare I ask why? It will not hear the whisper of the wind or see the beauty of its parents’ face—it will not see the beauty of Your creation or the flame of a sunrise. Why, my Lord?
“Why, My child—do you ask ‘why’? Well, I will tell you why.
You see, the child lives. Instead of the wind she hears the sound of angels singing before My throne. Instead of the beauty that passes she sees everlasting Beauty—she sees My face. She was created and lived a short time so the image of her parents imprinted on her face may stand before Me as their personal intercessor. She knows secrets of heaven unknown to men on earth. She laughs with a special joy that only the innocent possess. My ways are not the ways of man. I create for My Kingdom and each creature fills a place in that Kingdom that could not be filled by another. She was created for My joy and her parents’ merits. She has never seen pain or sin. She has never felt hunger or pain. I breathed a soul into a seed, made it grow and called it forth.â€
I am humbled before you, my Lord, for questioning Your wisdom, goodness, and love. I speak as a fool—forgive me. I acknowledge Your sovereign rights over life and death. I thank You for the life that began for so short a time to enjoy so long an Eternity.
— Mother M. Angelica
ADALAIDE ‘BLAKELY’ MARGURITE BIRD-VOLD, our precious little angel was born sleeping on Friday December 23, 2016 at the Chinook Regional Hospital. Although Blakely didn’t spend anytime with her many loved ones here on earth, she touched many of our lives. She is the beloved daughter of Tryson Bird-Vold and Talsa Heavy Shields. Blakely will also be missed by her older half sisters, Ava and Neena; maternal grandparents, Les and Emily Heavy Shields; paternal grandparents, Stephen and LaVerne Vold and the late George (Wanda) Small Eyes and Shannon Bird; great-grandma Carol (Henry) Bird; great-grandfather Ed Heavy Shields; aunts, Bambi Heavy Shields, Arlene (Todd) Across The Mountain, Taila and Annabella Big Throat and Angie (Terry) Kemp, Rosina Vold, Mackenzie Small Eyes, Neveah, Chezney and Chanting Small Eyes; uncles, Logan (Michaela) Heavy Shields, Ken Heavy Shields, Maxwell III Big Throat, Russell (Kristy) Vold, Richard Vold, Tayshaun and Chavon Small Eyes; special grand aunties, Laverne and Clara Big Throat, Audrey (Ben) Scout, Darlene (Jim) Plume and Twylla (Lance) Little Shields; grand uncles, Cletus (Justine) Big Throat, Maxwell Big Throat and Rudy Heavy Shields as well as Darren and Kenny Small Eyes.
Blakely was predeceased by her great-grand parents Max and Annabella Big Throat and Marion Heavy Shields, Auntie Gina Marie Heavy Shields, grand uncles Clinton, Lloyd (Grace), Orville Big Throat and Murray Heavy Shields and great-grand aunt Donalda Bell.
A Graveside Service will be held at ST. CATHERINE’S CEMETERY, Blood Reserve, Alberta on Friday, December 30, 2016 at 11:00 A.M with Father Pawel Andrasz, Celebrant, where Adalaide ‘Blakely’ Margurite will be returned to her Lord and Creator.
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VIVIAN ROSE “SMOOFY”
CAT FACE
“Natoyiisipiapowawahka”
– (Holy Night Walker)
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our VIVIAN ROSE CAT FACE, beloved common-law wife of Toby Goodstriker Sr., in the Cardston Municipal Hospital on December 20th, 2016 at the tender age of 42 years. Vivian was born in Cardston, Alberta on November 29th, 1974 to the late Albert Black Plume and Alexandra Cat Face. Her adopted parents are Ray Black Plume and Jenny Low Horn; Spiritual Dad is Eugene Satterwhite. She is survived by her lovings sons – Burton (Phoenix), Brandon, Carl Jr., Will (Jessica) Singer; granddaughters Madison, Leela and one on the way; long time friend Carl Singer Sr. A Family Service will be held at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston on Thursday, December 29th from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m The Wake Service will be held at the Senator Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve on Thursday, December 29th from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. and continue all night at the residence of Anne Marie Cat Face. The Funeral Service will be held at the Senator Gladstone Hall on Friday, December 30th at 11:00 a.m. Interment in the Pioneer Cemetery.
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HYGGEN-NELSON
LOLA LYNN “DODIE†HYGGEN-NELSON, beloved wife of Jerry Dale Nelson, passed away in Calgary, Alberta on December 26th, 2016 at the age of 66 years.
Friends may meet the family at the FORESTRY AVENUE CHAPEL, 4105 Forestry Avenue South , Lethbridge, AB on Monday, January 2nd, 2017 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm or at the church on Tuesday, January 3rd, from 10:00 to 10:45 am prior to the funeral service.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, FORESTRY AVENUE CHAPEL, 4105 Forestry Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB on Tuesday, January 3rd, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow in the Stirling Cemetery.
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John Edward Williams
1934 – 2016
Mr. John Edward Williams of Lethbridge, passed away at the Edith Cavell Care Centre on Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at the age of 82 years. Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
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KARREN
SANDRA KARREN’S heart came to rest on Tuesday, December 27th, 2016 at the age of 79. She was predeceased by her husband and best friend, Barry Karren of Picture Butte, and leaves behind their 3 daughters: Leslie Karren, Tarri (Stuart) Crothers, and Shellie (Stefan) Kienzle; and 3 grandsons: Matthew, David and Oliver.
Mom was a “big city girl” who married a “small town boy” in the late ’50s. Together they travelled to and lived in many far-flung places, where Mom always established a warm home for her family and was famous for her improvised “gourmet delights”. In her younger years she was very spontaneous and adventurous; so in her senior years she just wanted to relax and take life easy in Picture Butte and finally at Black Rock Terrace. Mom liked to wear colourful clothes and funky shoes. She was artistic, poetic, funny and was an always enthusiastic, but terrible, singer.
Dearest Mom, it lifts our hearts that your spirit will always be felt in the sunflowers and bright yellow daisies you so enjoyed.
At Sandra’s request, no formal funeral service will be held.
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LAYNG
DR. JAMES “JIM” LAURENCE LAYNG, beloved husband of Dora Penner-Layng, of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Saturday, December 24th, 2016 at the age of 86 years.
He is the loving father of Jonathan (Coro) of Sechelt, B.C., Simon (Diane) and their children Tyler (Nicole) and Dorran of Lethbridge, Sarah (Russ) and Ryan of Edmonton as well as two great-grandchildren, three stepchildren and four step grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his wife Rachel and son Richard.
Jim was born on a farm in Norfolk, England, the youngest of five children. He had an early interest in Medicine and attended the Royal College of Surgeons in Dublin and graduated in 1954. While doing his internship in Ipswich, he met his first wife Rachel and they were married in 1956. Their first child, Jonathan was born in England in 1957. A year later, they moved to Manitoba, where Richard, Simon and Sarah were born. The family moved to Lethbridge in 1970, where Jim started a practice at the Hunt Clinic. He was a family man who loved to golf and give to the community. Unfortunately, Rachel passed away in 2001. In 2005, he met and later married Dora Penner. They enjoyed traveling and cruising together until Jim’s health no longer allowed it.
A Celebration of Life will be held at ST. AUGUSTINE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH – 411 – 11th Street South, Lethbridge, AB. on Friday, December 30th, 2016 at 2:00 P.M. with Canon James Robinson officiating.
In memory of James and in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Interfaith Food Bank – 1103 3 Ave N, Lethbridge, AB T1H 0H7, the St. Augustine’s Memorial Fund – 411 – 11th Street South, Lethbridge, AB. T1J 2N9 or to Habitat for Humanity at http://www.habitatlethbridge.ca
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Margaret Myra
1932 – 2016
Mrs. Margaret Myra passed away at Legacy Lodge on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at the age of 84 years. Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
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Mary McTavish
1916 – 2016
Mrs. Mary McTavish of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Dr. Ed McTavish, passed away at St. Therese Villa on Sunday, December 25, 2016 at the age of 100 years. Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
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Mervin “Merv” Brandt
1943 – 2016
Mr. Mervin “Merv†Brandt of Taber, beloved husband of Effie Brandt, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at the age of 73 years. Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
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MILLAR
FRANCIS MILLAR, beloved wife of the late Richard Millar, passed away at the Park Meadows Good Sams on Tuesday, December 27th, 2016 at the age of 81 years.
Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.
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OLSON
RITA MARGRETHE (NIELSEN) OLSON passed away at the Raymond Hospital on Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at the age of 89 years. A Funeral Service will be held at the CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS, Taylor Street Chapel, 221 N, 400 W in Raymond, on Saturday December 31, 2016 at 3:00 PM with Bishop Corry Tolman officiating. Friends may meet the family prior to the service at the church from 2:00- 2:45 PM. Interment in Temple Hill Cemetery.
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POOLE
Catherine “Cathy†Margaret Poole of Bow Island, passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2016, at the age of 84 years, beloved wife of the late William “Bill†Poole. The funeral service will be held in the St. Andrew’s United Church, Bow Island on Monday, January 2, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Lisa Waites officiating.
To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Cathy Poole, or you may visit pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence.
Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 2V6. Please call 1-866-526-2214 for further information.
Ralph Stuart
1942 – 2016
Mr. Ralph Henry Stuart of Lethbridge, passed away at home on Tuesday, December 20, 2016 after a long battle with COPD at the age of 74 years.
He is survived by his son Rob and his wife Viktoria Isayeva, their son Joshua (step-children Varia (her son Stephan) and Mike Pylypchuck); and Grandson Christopher Walpole (Kristie Joa) all of Calgary; his wife Wanda and daughter Leslie of Edmonton; sister Joyce Bowlby; sister-in-law LaVon Deering; and several nieces and nephews, cousins and their families.
The family would like to extend their gratitude and thanks to Deb Papp and her partner Chris for their loyalty and dedication in assisting Ralph for years when his health steadily declined. Ralph was naturally a talented carpenter and master of all trades, always willing to help anyone that needed it. His favorite past-times were fishing, golf and curling. His last employment was at the Lethbridge Exhibition, previous to that Circle Wood and Windsor Plywood.
Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Services.
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REID
ROBERT WILLIAM REID, beloved husband of Betty, of Lethbridge and formerly of Millet, AB, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family at the St. Michael’s Health Centre – Palliative Care Unit on Wednesday, December 28th, 2016 at the age of 91 years.
Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Michael’s Health Centre, Palliative Care Unit, 1400 – 9th Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB., T1J 4V5.
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STEED
DIANNE STEED, passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2016 in Raymond, Alberta.
The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, December 31, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, RAYMOND STAKE CENTRE, 16 North, 200 West, Raymond.
Friends may meet the family prior to the service at the church from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m.
Interment to follow in the Temple Hill Cemetery, Raymond.
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TAYLOR
BEATRICE MAY TAYLOR passed away peacefully at Prairie Ridge Lodge in Raymond, AB on Saturday, December 24, 2016, at the age of 78 years, beloved wife of the late Leeman Taylor. The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, December 30, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at CHRISTENSEN SALMON GENERATIONS FUNERAL HOME, 703-13 Street North, Lethbridge. Friends may meet the family prior to the service from 12:00 noon to 12:45 p.m. Interment to follow in the Temple Hill Cemetery, Raymond.
TOLY
WAYNE STANLEY TOLY, beloved husband of CalaLee, passed away in Magrath on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at the age of 74 years. A private family service will be held.
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