By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on November 9, 2018.
GRUENWALD, Dennis John
February 28, 1943 – November 3, 2018
Dennis John Gruenwald passed away peacefully on November 3, 2018 at the age of 75 years. He will be missed by all who knew him, especially his wife Loreen; daughters, Corinn Claydon (Chris), and Paula Knox (John); their mother Diane; and his grandchildren Ben, Jackson, Charlotte, Liam and Avril. Dennis lived his life with compassion, kindness, love and respect. He served the Calgary Catholic School District as teacher, principal, and area superintendent for 35 years, and later served as a Director for the Calgary Catholic Diocese. He volunteered throughout the community and was committed to fostering meaningful relationships with family and friends. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Michael’s Catholic Community (800 85 St SW) on Thursday, November 15, 2018 at 1:00pm. Photos, memories and condolences may be shared with Dennis’ family through http://www.evanjstrong.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to Inn From The Cold (110 – 11 Avenue SE, Calgary AB T2G 0X5; (403)) 263-8384; https://innfromthecold.org.
Arrangements in care of
EVAN J. STRONG FUNERAL SERVICES. (403) 265-1199
HARRY SAWA
March 7, 1953 – October 25, 2018
Passed away in Red Deer, after years of struggling with a debilitating illness.
Honoring his wishes there will be no funeral service.
A private internment will be held at a later date.
HOLT
RONALD “RON” HOLT, beloved husband of Virginia Holt, passed away peacefully at the St. Michael’s Health Center on Thursday, September 27, 2018 at the age of 75 years.
A Come and Go Reception will be held at the FAMILY HOME, 1302-13th Street South, Lethbridge, AB on Saturday, November 10th, 2018 from 1:00 to 3:00 P.M.
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KAUPP
DENNIS WAYNE KAUPP, beloved husband of Sandie Kaupp of Lethbridge, passed away at St. Michael’s Health Centre – Palliative Care Unit on Sunday, November 4, 2018 at the age of 59 years.
A Prayer Service will be held at ST. BASIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 604 – 13 Street North, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, November 9, 2018 at 7:00 P.M.
A Celebration of Dennis’ Life will be held at the COAST HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE – CONTINENTAL BALLROOM, 526 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB on Saturday, November 10, 2018 from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. with a program beginning at 2:00 P.M.
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Edward Joseph Megantic Meaney
August 7, 1926 – November 4, 2018
A life filled with great adventure came to a close with the passing of Edward Joseph Megantic Meaney, age 92 years, surrounded by his loving family, at the Pincher Creek Hospital on November 4, 2018.
Born upon the tide in Canadian waters, aboard the RMS Megantic on August 7, 1926, as his Irish parents William and Bridget Meaney sailed towards a new life in Canada. His birthplace is registered as Quebec City, the ship’s first Canadian port-of-call. Throughout his life, the sea played a significant role from his childhood growing up along the St. Lawrence River, to his time as a seaman with the Royal Canadian Navy and Merchant Marines, to his world travels.
Edward, affectionally known as Ganty to his family and closest of friends, was predeceased by his loving wife Mary Louise Young in 1983. He is survived by his children: Brian (Cathy) Meaney of Medicine Hat; Maureen Meaney of Pincher Creek; and Colleen (Ron) Valin of Coaldale. Cherished grandchildren Shauna (Clancy) Meaney-Feller, Laine Valin and Joel (Sarah) Valin. Great-grandchildren Chancellor (Rebecca) Meaney-Feller and Brianagh Meaney-Feller. Great-great granddaughter baby Aurora. Sisters, Mary Greene and Gwen (Robert) Gallagher. He was pre-deceased by his wife Mary, parents, sister Patricia Whitworth and brother-in-law Gordon Greene.
Ganty lived an extraordinary life. He sailed the seas and lived in foreign lands, but loved the simple life found in his Canadian homes, first as a child and young man in Montreal and in 1961 an employment transfer brought him and his young family to Pincher Creek, where he resided in his own home until his passing.
His intelligence, creativeness and incredibly strong work ethic led to a remarkably successful 40+ year career in the petroleum industry, both in Canada and abroad. Work defined him on so many levels and once retired he missed the challenge that coincided with oil and gas problem solving, along with the many colleagues he befriended at work sites around the world.
More importantly, he was a good man, who loved his family deeply, mourned those who went before him, reveled in his Irish heritage and was true to his Catholic faith. His legacy will live on in those he loved.
Vigil Rights (Prayers) service will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, November 9 at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 958-Christie Ave. Pincher Creek. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 10 at St. Michael’s Catholic Church.
Memorial donations in Edward’s memory can be made to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #43 Poppy Fund (Box 131, Pincher Creek, T0K 1W0) or to the Windy Slopes Health Foundation (Box 2554, Pincher Creek, T0K 1W0). Condolences can be sent to condolences@edensfuneralhome.com
OLSHASKI
DOUGLAS JAMES OLSHASKI, beloved husband of Jaqueline Olshaski of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully and surrounded by his family at St. Michael’s Health Centre – Palliative Care Unit on Tuesday, October 16, 2018 at the age of 53 years.
A Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405 – 12th Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB on Saturday, November 10, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Kevin Tumback, Celebrant. A reception will follow in the Church Hall.
To send a condolence, please visit
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PETERSEN
MARY ETHEL PETERSEN, beloved wife of the late Norman Charles “Bud” Petersen, of Lethbridge, AB, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 26, 2018 at the age of 95 years.
A Celebration of Life will be held at MCKILLOP UNITED CHURCH, 2329 – 15 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, November 10th, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Terry Shillington officiating.
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PHILOMRAK
MIXAY PHILOMRAK, passed away peacefully at the St. Michael’s Health Centre – Palliative Care Unit, on Sunday, October 28, 2018 at the age of 79 years.
A Visitation will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, on Sunday, November 11, 2018 from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
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POWLESLAND
Bernie Powlesland passed away at the Foothills hospital on November 5, 2018 after a long fought battle. Bernie was born November 25, 1944 and is the son of Glen and Grace Powlesland. Bernie is survived by his wife Barb of 52 years and five children: Jeff (Sue), John, Mary Jo (Darrin), Bobby Jean (Chris), Betty Ray (Aaron) and six grandchildren Harley, Blake, Macey, Tait, Cole and Teagan. Bernie is also survived by his sister Janet Watmough and family and sister Ruth (Roy).
Bernie accomplished many things including the Order of Queen Scout Canada, and top honours with 4-H, including the Royal Winter Fair in Toronto. He was a lover of sports including basketball, softball and rodeo. He was a provincial champion in horseshoes and track and field.
Bernie raised pure bred Hereford cattle and registered Quarter horses in ranches in Del Bonita, Oliver BC, Waterton and Fort Macleod. He raised many Quarter horses who moved on to prove themselves including “Moon”, out of San Tivio Cuttabar (“Woody”) who stars as Spartan on the TV show Heartland. Bernie had a passion for hunting and was a guide and outfitter in the Waterton area for years.
Bernie loved to visit and have a good laugh with everyone. The door was always open and there was always a steak on the BBQ or campfire. Bernie will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
There will be a gathering in the Spring to enjoy beef and sweetbreads at the Twin Butte hall May 18, 2019. Condolences can be sent to condolences@edensfuneralhome.com
TREMEL
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving parents, CLARENCE & MARLENE TREMEL, at home, on Saturday, October 6, 2018 at the ages of 78 and 74 years.
A Celebration of their lives will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, November 10, 2018 from 11:30 A.M. to 2:30 P.M.
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TRENHOLM
GARY ROBERT TRENHOLM, May 7, 1945 to November 2, 2018
It is with great sadness that the family of Gary Trenholm announce his passing on November 2, 2018. Gary left this world surrounded by his immediate family, sister Bonnie Forster (nee Trenholm), brothers Greg and Brian Trenholm, brother-in-law Don Forster and nephew Michael Forster, at the Chinook Regional Hospital.
Gary is also survived by his daughter Crystal Trenholm of Calgary, a sister Elizabeth (Dave) Drader of Sherwood Park and numerous nieces and nephews.
To honor Gary’s final wishes, there will be no formal funeral service. A private family gathering will be held.
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WOLF CHILD
KRISTA LEE SCOUT-WOLF CHILD passed away in Regina, SK on October 30, 2018 at the age of 33 years.
Krista leaves behind to mourn three of the most beautiful children you’ll ever meet – Miikka, Michael Jr., and Merrick; parents Lionel Peyachew and Sandra Scout; two sisters Alana Payachew (Ross), Mackenzie Peyachew (Brady); one brother Jace Scout (Shaquille); one adopted son, Frank Wolf Child; aunties Wanda Scout (Edgar), Mo-jo Wolf Child (Bob), Sharon Banks; uncles Herman Scout (Cheryl), Jimmy Peyachew; grandmother Florence Scout, Florence Peyachew.
She is predeceased by auntie Glenda (Scout); cousin Kristine Kind; grandfathers Francis Heavy Head and Frank Wolf Child, Mike Chief Stick; great uncles Leonard Old Shoes, Hugh Scout, Vernon Scout; great grandparents Lily Scout and Bill Scout.
A Family Service will be held at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston on Friday, November 9th from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. followed by the Wake Service at the White Calf Hall, Stand Off from 7:00 p.m. continuing all night. The Funeral Mass will be at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Blood Reserve on Saturday, November 10th at 11:00 a.m. Interment in the Blood Band Cemetery.
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