SATURDAY, December 1, 2018

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on December 1, 2018.

Frances Bunting

1943 – 2018

With heartfelt sadness, we announce the passing of Frances Kathleen Bunting (Lowe) of Claresholm AB. Fran passed peacefully on Nov 29, 2018 at Foothills Medical Centre, Calgary AB, after a brief battle with cancer. Fran was born in Lethbridge AB, July 20, 1943 to parents Harry and Addie Lowe. Fran’s greatest joys in life were spending time with family and friends, winters in Arizona, summers tending to her yard, always working on crafts and faithfully cheering on her beloved Edmonton Oilers. She is survived by her loving husband Bill, sons; Jeff (Karen, Chesa, Karlee, Nick and Ethan), Jason (Michelle, Mathias), sisters Diane and Linda, brothers; Butch (Audrey), Merl (Cheryl), and George, step daughters; Laurie (Grant, Zach, Breanna) and Tammy (Lee, Josh, Taylor) and numerous nephews, nieces and cousins. Fran is predeceased by her parents, sister Jackie (Ron) and brother in law Don. At Fran’s request there will be no Funeral Service. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Salvation Army would be appreciated.

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Beverly Carlson

1939 – 2018

Beverly Jean Best was born in Assiniboia, SK. on November 19, 1939. She was raised in Assiniboia until the family moved to Moose Jaw her senior year. She attended the Academy of Zion and went on to build a long career as a Radiology Technologist. Beverly was married to John Carlson for 13 years and had two children, Brett in 1963 and Brenda in 1966. Beverly moved from Tofield with the children to High Prairie for four years and then back to Moose Jaw to be near her mother and family. In 1981, Beverly started working at the Misericordia Hospital in Edmonton where she worked night shift until her retirement. Beverly loved to travel and visited many countries including Iceland, China, Portugal and the UK. She made many close friends and shared a special bond with Dorreen Schacker of Tofield, and Sylvia Keay of High Prairie. Beverly loved to laugh and did everything with joy and a love of life. She loved to read, play games, do crossword puzzles and was a long-time member of the Edmonton Bridge Club and volunteer at the Telus World of Science. She was fierce, independent and instilled a sense of curiosity, compassion and wonder in her children and grandchildren. She was a loving grandmother who doted on her four grandchildren, Zachary, Quentin, Elora and Wulf. She was so proud of their accomplishments and proud of who they have become. Beverly is predeceased by her parents Joseph & Estelle Best and all her siblings, Keith (Jean) Best, Gwen (Bill) Nechiporenko, Shirley (Mike) Gorgichuk, Duane (Martha) Best and Dennis Best. She will be forever missed by Brett, Kathy, Elora and Wulf, and Brenda, Ben, Zachary, Quentin, Cole and Hailey as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends. A Celebration of Life will take place at 2:30PM on Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610- 4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, AB, Reverend Trevor Potter officiating. Interment will take place in Moose Jaw in spring 2019.

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Christopher Edwin Gardiner

1984 – 2018

It is with great sadness that the family announce the sudden passing of our beloved Christopher Edwin Gardiner on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at the age of 34 years. Chris will be truly missed by all those who knew him. Always keep him close to your heart and in your memories. Chris is survived by his children; Alexis, Ayden, Seth and Lacey, his mother Claire (Bill) Morris, father; Gregg (Deb) Gardiner, sisters; Robin, Carrie and Jennifer, and his fiancé Tammy Earl. Chris was predeceased by his brother, grandparents, aunts and uncles. Please join the family for Chris’s Celebration of Life at 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM on Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at LUIGI’S NORTH, 306 13 STREET NORTH, Lethbridge, AB.

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Robert Ernest McDonald

1950 – 2018

It is with great sadness that the family of Robert Ernest McDonald (Bob) announces his passing after a long and brave battle with cancer. Bob grew up in Winnipeg and spent as much time as possible on his grandparent’s farm. His love of farming led to a respected career in the agriculture industry. He was known as trustworthy and hard working- a straight shooter who was never afraid to speak his mind. Bob loved sharing his passion for the land- he could always be counted on for good stories while touring family and friends around Southern Alberta. A simple canola field would often hold interesting facts about the people and history of the area. Bob enjoyed many activities and sports. He was an avid hockey player, skier and enjoyed canoeing down the Oldman River. Golf was probably Bob’s favorite form of stress and stress relief at the same time. In recent years, he enjoyed golfing holidays to Arizona with his son Kyle and his golfing family. He was very proud of winning the Masters Club Championship at the Lethbridge Country Club in 2017. Bob was predeceased by his son Kevin, and his parents, Irene and Gordon. He is survived by his children; Jennifer (Tim) and Kyle (Lisa), granddaughter; Piper, his wife Holly, and her children; Tessa (Dan) and Whitney, and grandchildren; Charlotte and Mason. Bob is lovingly remembered by his brothers; Bill (Avis) and Roy. Also missing Bob is his faithful companion, Casey. To celebrate Bob’s life, we would like to invite those who knew him and loved him to join us in the spring for a round of golf and a chance to share memories. More details will follow closer to the date. The family wishes to thank all the health care professionals at the Jack Ady Cancer Centre and St. Michael’s Health Care Centre for their dedication and care for Bob during the last two years. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Canada, the Jack Ady Cancer Centre or the Junior Golf Program at the Lethbridge Country Club.

“For this one farmer the worries are over, lie down and rest your head,Your time has been and struggles enough, put the tractor in the shed”.(From Close The Gate)

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