By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on April 27, 2017.
Annie Danyluk
1924 – 2017
Mrs. Annie Danyluk of Lethbridge passed away peacefully in Lethbridge on Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at the age of 93 years. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at PARK MEADOWS BAPTIST CHURCH, 2011- 15 Avenue North, Lethbridge, AB with Pastor Lorne Willms officiating. A Graveside Service in Archmount Cemetery will follow.
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Richard Borysewicz
1950 – 2017
Mr. Richard Borysewicz of Lethbridge, beloved father of Richard and Jillian Borysewicz, passed away in Lethbridge on Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at the age of 66 years. Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
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BOULTON
It is with deep sorrow that we announce that WAYNE HENRY BOULTON passed away at his home in Brooks, Alberta on March 25, 2017 at the age of 67 years.
Left to remember him with love are his siblings, Barbara Boulton-Gunn (Kim), Brian Boulton (Pam), Beverly Shima (Randy), Marilyn Lane (Wilf), Pat Standing (Mark deceased), Diane Boulton, David Boulton (Sherry), Valerie Madsen (Mike); his special friend, Shannon Campbell, numerous nieces & nephews, a large extended family, & his many friends in Brooks, Edmonton & around the province. Wayne was predeceased by his parents, Don and Aileen Boulton & infant sister, Nancy.
Wayne was born in Lethbridge, Alberta on April 18, 1949. He attended Kate Andrews High school in Coaldale, Olds Agricultural College and SAIT (for Journeyman and Master tickets). Wayne worked as a master electrician in Brooks for many years.
Wayne’s passion was horticulture. He was an avid grafter and grafted many apple trees and other small fruit trees for family and friends. He had an extensive collection of small fruits in his yard which he propagated and selected for improvement. Wayne also volunteered his time and assisted in maintaining the rose garden at the Brooks horticultural center.
A Celebration of Wayne’s life will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints in the cultural hall, 2223 6 Avenue North, Lethbridge, AB. on Saturday, April 29, 2017 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Flowers gratefully declined. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 200, 119 – 14th Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6 Telephone: (403) 264-5549, http://www.heartandstroke.ca, or the charity of your choice.
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COREMAN
Cornelius “Neil” Coreman, passed away recently. He always called Stavely home but he is more recently of Carmangay. Neil was always a country boy. He loved his cattle and his land. Neil will be missed by his friends and family.
Funeral May 1st, 2017 at 11:30 am at the LDS church in Champion, AB.
David Paulsen
1951 – 2017
Mr. David Richard Paulsen of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Darlene Paulsen passed away suddenly on Wednesday April 19, 2017 at the age of 65 years. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects between 12:00-1:00pm on Thursday, April 27, 2017 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 4P3. A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00pm on Thursday, April 27, 2017 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL.
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GIESBRECHT
RODNEY KURT GIESBRECHT, beloved husband of Joan Giesbrecht of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 25th, 2017 at the age of 70 years.
Rod and Joan lived in Canmore for many years, owning the local NAPA store before moving to Lethbridge. They were truly blessed with a wonderful family as well as being able to travel many times to wonderful places and to see their daughter Lisa (Steve) and grandson, Liam, in California.
A private interment will be held at a later date.
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HOHN
BRENDA JOYCE HOHN, beloved wife of Art Hohn, passed away suddenly on Thursday, April 6, 2017 in Red Deer, Alberta at the age 66. She leaves her husband Art, of 47 years, two sons: Andrew (Annette) and Jimmy; two grandsons: Hunter and William Hohn. She also leaves sisters: June Striemer and Linda Bossert; brothers Raymond, Roy, and Grant Christensen. A Memorial for Brenda will be held on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. in New Dayton at the Community Hall. Lunch to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, or to the Canadian Diabetes Association.
To send condolences, please visit http://www.generationsfh.ca
ELSIE MAE HURST
Mrs. Elsie Mae Hurst of Coaldale, AB passed away peacefully on April 24, 2017 at the age of 70 years. Elsie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by her loving husband Dennis, children Denise (Carl) Claassen, Terri-Ann (Garry) Miller, Dennis W. Hurst, and Darcy Hurst (Terry Tyrer), 7 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, 1 sister, numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives. As per Elsie’s request, no formal funeral service will be held. A graveside service will take place on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at 2:00 pm at Coaldale Community Cemetery followed by a fellowship luncheon at the Gem of the West Museum, 1306 – 20 Street, (Hwy 845N) Coaldale.
Arrangements entrusted to Snodgrass Funeral Home,
301 Mcleod Avenue, High River.
KUZ
STELLA KUZ, of Lethbridge, wife of the late Mike Kuz, passed away peacefully at the Edith Cavell Care Centre on Saturday, April 22nd, 2017 at the age of 84 years.
Stella is survived by her son Randy (Virginia) Kuz and their son Austin, grandsons Ryan Waslovich and his son Braiden and Daniel Waslovich. Stella is also survived by her sisters Mary, Ruth (Floyd), Jeanette, Katie (Rod), Annie, in-laws Shirley, Tony (Lil), Bill and her many nieces and nephews. Stella was predeceased by her parents John and Helen, husband Mike, beloved daughter Yvonne, brothers Bill, Steve, Hilory and Sam, sister Irene and in-laws Henry, Marie, Mary, Lorraine and Bob.
Stella grew up in a large family on the farm near Glendon, Alberta. As the eldest daughter, she was very dedicated to helping her parents and caring for her brothers and sisters. After moving to Edmonton, she married her husband Mike, and together they owned and operated hotels while raising their family. After settling in Lethbridge, Stella enjoyed socializing and met many good friends through her bowling league, crib club and Italian Canadian Club. She and Mike enjoyed travelling with friends and family and especially loved when she could entertain guests in their home. She always made everyone feel welcomed and spoiled them with her fantastic meals and baking. Stella was the most kind-hearted and generous person who would do anything for you. The devotion and caring nature she showed as a young girl remained with her throughout her life. Stella loved her family deeply and adored her children and grandchildren. She will be missed, but be forever in our hearts.
A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at 11:00 A.M.
Following the Funeral Service Stella will be laid to rest at Mountain View Cemetery.
If you desire to make a memorial donation, please do so to the charity closest to your heart.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
LEISHMAN
GARTH NELSON LEISHMAN, beloved husband of the late June Leishman passed away in Cardston, AB on Sunday, April 23, 2017 at the age of 98 years.
Garth is survived by his son Jim and wife Lana of Cut Bank, Montana; a son-in-law, Carl Foggin and wife LeAnn of Shepherd, Montana; 12 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, June and a daughter, Linda Foggin.
At a young age Dad learned to work, and spent his life working hard to provide for his family.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, South Hill Chapel, Cardston, on Friday, April 28th, at 11:00 a.m.
Friends may meet the family from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. prior to the service. Interment to follow in the Cardston Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent to: http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca
McCREADY
BRIAN DOUGLAS McCREADY, beloved husband to Orla of Lethbridge, passed away at the age of 72 on April 20, 2017. Friends may meet with the Family on Friday, April 28, 2017 ONLY at Christensen Salmon Generations Funeral Home, 703 – 13 Street North, Lethbridge from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. There will be a private interment at Mountain View Cemetery Saturday morning, April 29, 2017 followed by Brian’s final Tee Off Time at 11:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, MOUNTAIN HEIGHTS CHAPEL, 175 Rocky Mountain Blvd West, Lethbridge. Please come and join us to celebrate Brian’s life.
To send condolences, please visit http://www.generationsfh.ca
MULLER
KATHY MULLER, of Picture Butte, passed away on Sunday, April 23, 2017 at the age of 75 years. Kathy is survived by her mother Paulina, brother Martin, nephews: Michael, Steve (Darcy), Roger (Helena) and Rodney. She was predeceased by her father Joseph, sister Helen and sister-in-law Diane. Kathy lived a simple life and will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. The funeral mass will be held at St. Catherine’s Roman Catholic Church, 762 Crescent Avenue, Picture Butte, Alberta, on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at 11:00 am with Rev. Ian Gagne Celebrant.
To send condolences, please visit http://www.generationsfh.ca
NARAIN
KUMAR NARAIN, beloved husband of Ramdassia Narain of Lethbridge, passed away at the St. Michael’s Health Centre, Palliative Care Unit on Monday April 24, 2017 at the age of 91 years.
It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of our darling beloved father.
He was the husband of Ramdasia (Dassy), father of Mrs. Ahilya Ganesh (Jaikarran Ganesh, deceased), Dr. Kishan Narine (Dr. Astrid De Boeck) and Mrs. Sina Umadat (Mr. Indrajit Umadat). Grandfather of Ms. Seema Ganesh, Dr. Vishal Ganesh, Dr. Nirvani Umadat, Mr. Vivake Umadat, Ms. Seema Narine, Ms. Kirti Narine and Nand Narine. He was pre- deceased by 4 brothers and 2 sisters.
Kumar was born in British Guyana South America where he practiced his trade as a gold smith and owned his jewelry business. He immigrated to Canada in 1981 and practiced his trade at Fosters Jewelry, Lethbridge, where he was a gold smith and a diamond setter for 36 years. He also employed his skills at Phil’s and Ward’s jewelry stores. Kumar was a gifted and skilled craftsman who took great pride in his work. He loved people and always had a smile for everyone, even strangers. He had a gentle personality with a calming effect on all those who spoke to him and his advice was always sought and valued. His pride and joy was his family. Our love for him is immeasurable. His joy in life and his love for us will forever be the souvenirs in our hearts, that of his nieces, nephews and extended family.
Funeral Services for Kumar will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at 3:00 P.M. with Pandit Tulsi Narain, officiating.
Cremation to follow.
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PAULS
MRS SANDRA ALVINA PAULS (KASNER) passed away after a courageous battle with cancer at the St. Michael’s Health Centre on Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at the age of 65 years. Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
To send condolences, please visit http://www.generationsfh.ca
WEISS
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, gramma, great gramma, Evelyne Weiss beloved wife of the late Elmer Weiss. She leaves to cherish her memory her only son Bruce (Bonnie) Weiss of Medicine Hat; two granddaughters Berri-Sue (Jon Bolton) and Brandi (Curtis Benedict); six great grandchildren, Cyanna Bolton, Jada Benedict, Ella Bolton, William Benedict, Luna Bolton and Jocelyn Bolton; one brother Victor (Rose) Scharff of Medicine Hat as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Elmer in 1983, just 2 weeks shy of their 35th wedding anniversary and then by her special friend and companion Rainiero Dalla Longa in 2011; her parents Amelia and Mike Scharff; four sisters, Lucy (Frank) Noble, Edna (Rueben) Reiger, Viola (Gordon) Little and Alice (Art) Weiss as well as Elmer’s parents , brothers and sister. We would like to thank the health care professionals at the Medicine Hat Hospital for the wonderful care. Everyone was compassionate and caring. Thank you! Help us celebrate a life well lived, Friday, April 28, 2017, in the Cactus Room at Higdon Hall (Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Grounds 2055 21st Ave SE, Medicine Hat) at 3:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, Palliative Care (cheques payable to MH&D Health Foundation) 666 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, T1A 4H6 or online at http://www.InYourCommunity.ca. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: pattfh@telusplanet.net subject heading: Evelyne Weiss, or you may visit http://www.pattison funeralhome.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.
WOLSEY
CARREL WOLSEY, beloved wife of the late John R. Wolsey, passed away at the Raymond Hospital in the early hours of April 26, 2017, age the age of 94 years.
Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.
Condolences may be sent to: http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca