Obituary Related:
Recent Local News
Growing season uncertainty punctuated by a ‘big question mark’The growing season is at hand, and for months the forecast has been bleak. Heat without moisture […]
Candidate believes NDP can save oil and gas industryLETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Gil McGowan believes the Alberta NDP is the party […]
Student creating memories with unique school photosLETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com What started as having to choose between enjoying […]
Poll
Loading ...
MONDAY, April 16, 2018
By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on April 16, 2018.
Karen Cahoon
1948 – 2018
Mrs. Karen Cahoon of Taber, beloved wife of Mr. Allan Cahoon, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at the age of 69 years.
Cremation entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels. At Karen’s request, a private family service will be held.
To send a private message of condolence to the family, please visit our website at
Kathleen Collin
1928 – 2018
Mrs. Kathleen Jeanette Collin of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Merton Collin, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Friday, April 13, 2018 at the age of 89 years.
Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence.
Doug Donaldson
1950 – 2018
Mr. Douglas “Doug” Keith Donaldson of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Laurie Donaldson, passed away on Thursday April 12, 2018 at the Chinook Regional Hospital at the age of 67 years.
A Graveside Service will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, April 20, 2018 at the MOUNTAIN VIEW CEMETERY, 1210 Scenic Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Celebration of Doug’s Life will be held at 2:00pm on Friday April 20, 2018 at the LETHBRIDGE CHRISTIAN TABERNACLE, 1805 – 9 Avenue North, Lethbridge, Alberta, with Pastor Frank Allen officiating.
In lieu of flowers, for those who wish, memorial donations may be made to the Lethbridge Christian Tabernacle, 1805 – 9 Avenue North, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1H 1H8 or http://www.thetab.ca.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence.
Tom Kaga
1924 – 2018
Tamotsu Kaga, beloved husband of Lily Kaga, passed away in Taber on Sunday, April 15, 2018 at the age of 93 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.
MCDONALD
NEIL MATHESON MCDONALD passed away peacefully in Lethbridge on April 6, 2018 at the age of 85 years.
Neil was born September 16, 1932 to Mr. & Mrs. J.M. McDonald in Eckville, AB where he grew up. He had an interesting and adventurous life that took him from working in a creamery in Alberta, to drilling for salt in Windsor, ON, and then to drilling for oil both in Canada and in the Arabian Sea in the 1960s. During his time working in the Middle East he traveled extensively to places ranging from England to Japan. He returned to Canada and completed his education at Horticultural College in Olds, AB. He then settled into a career as a Fruit and Vegetable Inspector for the Federal Government which moved him from Edmonton to Lethbridge. However, he still had other interests on the side, including being part owner of a hotel/bar.
Neil married Darlene in 1975 and had an instant family with her children Dean and Danni. Neil and Darlene were avid square dancers until Multiple Sclerosis took Darlene’s mobility. Neil was a very good step-father and introduced his new children to many things ranging from skiing and travelling to playing bridge. Sadly, Darlene passed away in 1997.
After Darlene’s passing, Neil’s passion for playing duplicate bridge grew and he would play several times a week continuing up until his recent health problems a few months ago. Neil accomplished the challenging goal of becoming a Bridge Life Master. Going to coffee with him often meant replaying some of the hands of bridge he had played the night before after first catching up on the latest news about all his “kin-folk”.
Neil met Loretta Schwartzenberger and they have been companions for the past several years. They were able to do some traveling and enjoy life. Loretta’s family was always very good to Neil and included him in all of their activities.
Neil is survived by Loretta Schwartzenberger, step-children, Dean (Bev) Gallimore, and Danni (Pete) Bendkowski, grandchildren Lauren Gallimore, Amanda Gallimore and Luke Bendkowski and sister Margaret Ferguson along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. Neil was predeceased by his wife Darlene, sister Phyllis Andrews and brothers Donald and Ewart McDonald.
A Funeral Service will be held at ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 1818 – 5 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB on Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Hugh Jack officiating. A Reception for family and friends will follow in the Church Hall.
In lieu of flowers and in memory of Neil, please feel free to make a donation to a charity of your choice.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
Betty Tomiyama
1930 – 2018
Aiko Tomiyama, beloved wife of the late Yukio Tomiyama, passed away in Calgary on Saturday, April 14, 2018 at the age of 87 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.
-38
