THURSDAY, March 4, 2021

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on March 4, 2021.

Isabel Androkovich

1930 – 2021

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Mrs. Isabel Bernadette Androkovich (Panczak), beloved wife of the late Mr. Leslie Androkovich Sr., on Friday, February 26, 2021. Mom was 90 years young.

Isabel was born August 8, 1930 in Barnwell, Alberta. She resided in that area until her marriage to Leslie on February 21, 1952. Her life was not an easy one, having started working in the garden after school at the age of 7. She worked on the farm until her marriage, then moved to the Lethbridge area, where she worked on the dairy farm that Leslie ran with his brothers. She had a large garden and fed hired men throughout the years. She had her first child, Dianne, in November of 1952, followed by Allan in 1956 and Leslie in 1961.

As a youngster, she went to Lac La Biche with her parents in a covered wagon and team of horses. They were delivering them to her sister and husband who were farming up there. She often talked about that experience, as well as many others, both good and bad. She led a very diverse live on the farm and with her children. As Leslie was always busy on the dairy, she was a mom, chauffeur, and all-around care giver. She put on many miles in all kinds of weather getting her kids to their respective events, and never once complained.

Mom was very set in her ways and stood strong with her morals and beliefs.

She is survived by her daughter, Dianne Ell; her sons, Allan (Patty and Jordan), and Leslie Jr. (Maxine), as well as her grandson Cameron, whom she adored, and three great grandsons, who also gave her great pleasure. She always looked forward to their visits, and always had a treat for Cam’s dog.

She was predeceased by her husband, Leslie Sr., and her son in law, Dennis Ell, parents, sisters, brother, as well as many nieces and nephews. She is also predeceased by her beloved dog, Daisy.

As per her wishes, a private service will be held at 11:00 AM, on Friday, March 5, 2021. The family invites those who wish to watch the service via livestream at http://www.mbfunerals.com and scrolling to the bottom of Isabel’s obituary.

Flowers are gratefully declined. For those who wish, donations may be made to STARS Foundation, 1441 Aviation Park NE, Calgary, AB T2E 8M7 https://stars.ca/ , or to the Lethbridge and District Humane Society, 2920 16 Ave N, Lethbridge, AB T1H 5E9, http://lethbridgehumane society.com/

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Gail Braun
1941 – 2021
Gail Janice Braun, beloved wife of Henry Braun, passed away in Taber on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at the age of 79 years.
Further information will follow once arrangements have been finalized.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

FEIST

ALLAN PHILLIP FEIST passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital with his family at his side, on Friday, February 26, 2021 at the age of 78 years.

He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Ida Feist; son Rick (Phyllis) of Lethbridge, daughter Natile (Jack) of Lethbridge and his only grandchild Jade (Corbin) of Calgary. He is also survived by his brother Don Feist of Regina, SK, sister Dolores Leahy of Gull Lake, SK, numerous sisters and brothers-in-law, extended family, and his many coffee friends.

Allan was predeceased by his parents Joseph and Emelia Feist and father-in-law and mother-in-law Albert and Mary Desjarlais.

Al, as he was lovingly known by his family and friends, loved life and people. He touched the lives of all who knew him. He had a unique sense of humor and a quick wit along with a wonderful personality. He was full of laughter, the joy of life and he gave the warmest of hugs. His sense of humor was with him to the very end.

The family would like to sincerely thank the medical staff at Chinook Regional Hospital, Peter Lougheed Centre, Heart Function clinic (Jennifer Penner), Diabetes Clinic (Lindsey), Dr. Janzen, Home Care staff (Judy), extended family and numerous friends. To all, we appreciate your kindness and love and wish you God’s abundant blessings.

Allan will be sorely missed by his family and friends. Fly with the angels our beloved husband, father, Papa, till we meet again!

A Prayer Service will be held on Friday, March 5, 2021 at 7:00 PM. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, March 6, 2021 at 10:00 AM with Father Kevin Tumback officiating. Both services will be live streamed and may be accessed via Allan’s obituary on the Cornerstone website.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Allan’s name can be made to Diabetes Canada (diabetes.ca/donate) or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada (hsf.donorportal.ca)

To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

HEALY-EAGLE SPEAKER

EMERY DEE HEALY-EAGLE SPEAKER “Miisumahpii”, passed away on February 23rd, 2021 in Calgary, AB at the age of 54 years. A Viewing will be held at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston on Thursday, March 4th, 2021 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. A Family Service will be held at Legacy Funeral Home on Friday, March 5th at 11:00 am. (Due to COVID-19 – Only 20 people will be allowed in the building for the service.)

To send a condolence or Watch the Funeral please visit

http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca.

LITTLE SHIELDS

BOAZ OBADIAH LITTLE SHIELDS, of Calgary and formerly of Lethbridge, beloved companion of Shayla Bressette, passed away suddenly in Calgary, on Sunday, February 28, 2021 at the age of 23 years.

Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.

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http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

NELSON

May 13, 1935 – February 27, 2021

GRANT NELSON, of Cardston passed away at Lee Crest Feb. 27, 2021 at the age of 85. He will be missed by his loving wife of 57 years, Joyce; children LeAnne (David) Crane, of Calgary, Shane (Elizabeth) Nelson, of Calgary, Serena Jones, of Flower Mound, TX; 14 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren and his sister, Marie Hill, of Medicine Hat. He was predeceased by his son-in-law Douglas Jones, his parents Ward & Violet Nelson, his sister, Luella Powelson, brothers, Melvin Nelson and Glenn Nelson, and step family, Viola Nelson, Duane Campbell, Mona Orlando, Arlene Rombough, and Lois Phillips.

A Viewing will be held for family and friends on Friday, March 5, 2021 from 6:00 to 7:00 pm at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston. A Private Family Service will be held at Legacy Funeral Home on Saturday, March 6, 2021 at 11:00 am. Interment will follow in the Aetna Cemetery.

To WATCH the service Online or to send condolences please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca

Millie Ponjavic

1926 – 2021

Millie Ponjavic (nee Bebek) of Coalhurst, beloved wife of the late Ivan Ponjavic, passed away at St. Michael’s Palliative Care Centre in Lethbridge on Friday, February 26, at the age of 94 years.

Millie was born on September 29, 1926 in Sipovaca, Hercegovina, Yugoslavia to parents Jurka Zivkusic and Jure Bebek. Jure immigrated to Canada in 1928 and Millie and the Bebek family joined him in 1937 in Raymond, Alberta. Millie was 11 years old when she arrived in Canada, the youngest of five children.

She attended school in Raymond, Stirling, and Picture Butte while she worked on the family farm in the Raymond and Picture Butte areas. After a short stay in Kamloops to help with the family orchard and farm, she returned to Picture Butte to live with the Lukendas. Millie moved to Lethbridge to work as a nanny and maid and then at McGavin’s Bakery. Millie and Ivan met in downtown Lethbridge through a friend. Millie and Ivan were married in 1952 and moved to the family farm located near Coalhurst where she continued to live for 68 years.

Millie’s interests included sewing and embroidery, raising a vegetable and flower garden, going to aquafit, and decorating cakes for her children and grandchildren. She could fix just about anything if it saved her money. Millie’s life revolved around her family. She loved organizing and attending family celebrations, picnics, and reunions. Millie was an active member of the CWL and the Croatian Club. Thursday coffee day and Sunday mass were highlights of her week. She enjoyed travelling with her family and visiting relatives in British Columbia, Croatia, and California.

Millie is survived by her three loving children: Marlene Ponjavic and her children, Michaela Dilworth-Baum (Billy), Marysia Champ (Rob) and Lael Dilworth; Danny Ponjavic (Zora) and their children, Srecko Ponjavic (Antonija), Karla Conte (Derek), Martina Ponjavic; Darlene Ponjavic-Vornbrock (Rick) and their daughter, Rianna Vornbrock. Millie has nine beautiful great grandchildren who gave her great joy: Chloe and Cooper Baum, Ethan, Elodie and Eleanor Champ, Benedict, Andrew, Mia and Liliana Conte.

She is also survived by her loving sister and best friend, Andrea Habijanac and forever grateful for her close friendship with the Kadezabek families.

Besides her loving husband Ivan, Millie was predeceased by her parents, Jurka Zivkusic and Jure Bebek, siblings Mike Bebek, Nick Bebek, Madeline Lukenda, her grandson, Marko Ponjavic and great granddaughter, Lucia Conte. Extended predeceased family members include Stan Lukenda, Steve Lukenda, Rudy Habijanac, Lana Lukenda, Iva Bebek, Freda Bebek, Walter Lukenda and Justin Lukenda.

A special thanks for the excellent care given to Millie from the staff of the Chinook Heart Clinic, Dr. E. Janzen and the nurses, AHS Homecare, the caregivers at Lethbridge Family Services and St. Mike’s Palliative Care Centre.

A private Prayer Service will be held at 7:00 PM, Friday March 5, 2021 at Martin Brothers Riverview Chapel, Lethbridge, Alberta. The family invites those who wish to watch the service via livestream at https://www.mb funerals.com/obituary/Millie-Ponjavic and scrolling to the bottom of Millie’s obituary.

A private Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, March 6, 2021 at St. Martha’s Roman Catholic Parish with Father William Monis, celebrant. The family invites those who wish to watch the service via livestream at https://www.mbfunerals.com/obituary/Millie-Ponjavic and scrolling to the bottom of Millie’s obituary.

Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please direct donations to “Brain Diseases Research in Neuroscience” at the University of Lethbridge in memory of Millie Ponjavic, online at go.uleth.ca/give or by mail to University Advancement, A735-4401, University Drive W. Lethbridge, AB T1K 3M4 or by calling 403-329-2582.

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RED CROW

ELIZABETH ” LIZ” RED CROW, “Aimmoniisohkomii” (Otter Calling) beloved wife of the late Frederick Red Crow of the Blood Reserve passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Friday February 26, 2021 at the age of 84 years.

She is lovingly remembered by her children, Godfrey (Velma), Dolly (Horace) Day Chief, Joanne, Bruce and Anna (Dexter) Day Chief, Tara, Cody and Joni (Shane) Sweet Grass, Laura (Ross Jr.) Black Water, adopted daughter Tina (Joe) Klepic, children of Lena (James-deceased) Russell, grandson Craig Day Chief and eldest niece Mary Ruth McDougall and nephew Gilbert (Velma) Eagle Bear; in-laws Teresa Mistaken Chief, Ada Red Crow, Karen Hooper, Sharon (Darryl) Beddome, Stella (Peter) Chief Calf, Rosie McHugh, Clarence Red Crow, Teresa, Gilbert (Emelda) and Norbert (Cecilia) Black Water and Phyllis Eagle Bear;14 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter.

Elizabeth had many cherished adopted children and grandchildren, too numerous to mention. You are all an important part of her life.

Along with her husband Fred, Liz was predeceased by her daughter Lucille, infant son James and grandson Godfrey Jace; parents Jim and Anna White Man Left, in-laws Jim and Rosie Red Crow, mother-in-law Ada and Sam Kadonaga and sisters Mabel (Howard) Beebe, Julia (Albert) White Man Left and Irene (George) Many Bears; brothers Philip, Burton, Steve (Elsie), Lawrence Mistaken Chief and an infant brother; as well as in-laws Emily Three Suns, Willie, Jimmy (Cathy) and Johnny Red Crow, Levi, Andy and Clarence Black Water.

Liz was born on July 23, 1936 in Cardston, AB to Anna and Jim White Man Left. At the age of 16 she met Fred, the love of her life, and together they started their family and began a busy life of ranching on the Blood Reserve near St. Mary’s Reservoir.

In 1980, their son Bruce was in an unfortunate rodeo accident at the High School National Finals in Yakima Washington and since then, she cared for him and never left his side.

Liz and Fred enjoyed supporting their children and grandchildren, travelling to rodeos alongside their rodeo friends. It came as no surprise that she was honoured with a dedicated “Rodeo Mom Award” at a Mother’s Day Rodeo. Liz loved supporting her grandsons at the Indian National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas and she herself loved to ride throughout her life, right up until her passing.

Her grandchildren introduced the new love of hockey and basketball to their grams, who became their number one fan and the loudest in the stands. Her favourite team was the Calgary Flames. She knew all the players names and knew when and where they got traded!

Liz was employed as a custodian with many entities including Kainai Industries, Ft Macleod Auxiliary and St. Mary’s High School.

At the age of 50, she decided to finish her education through distance learning. Her essays were hilarious, providing us all with a good laugh and she was proud to pass her exams with 90 per cent.

Liz earned her Home Support Aide Certificate through AB Vocational College (now Bow Valley College). She worked with Blood Tribe Family & Community Support Services, retiring at age 65. Liz loved her clients and felt her calling was to care for the disabled and elders. In her own words, explaining that her work ethic was learned from her parents, she said “My parents taught me how to work hard, and when I went to school I picked up a lot of things from the nuns. They taught me many skills that I use today”. Liz filled her workplace with her infectious laugh, good nature and happiness and left a void when she punched her clock for the last time.

Liz was very strong-willed, determined, had a great sense of humor and was completely devoted to her family and pets. She was a devout catholic, attended Lac St. Anne pilgrimage annually and prayed her rosary daily. Liz was loved and adored by so many people and will be dearly missed.

Thank you to personal nurse and grandson Craig Day Chief for his many years of dedication to Bruce and Liz’s health and well-being as well as to Cardston Health Centre and Auxiliary staff, CRH Staff, Blood Tribe Emergency Services and Blood Tribe Department of Health for their compassionate care. Her family apologizes to anyone they may have missed.

A Private Family Service will be held on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at 5:00 PM.

A Public Wake / Visitation will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Thursday, March 4, 2021 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, attendance will be limited to 20 guests at a time. Kindly RSVP your attendance to Cornerstone at 403-381-7777 or care@cornerstonefh.ca Facemasks are mandatory and will be available upon entry.

The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, March 5, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. Both the Family Service on Thursday and Funeral Service on Friday will be live streamed and may be accessed via Elizabeth’s obituary on the Cornerstone website.

Elizabeth will be laid to rest in St. Catherine’s Cemetery.

To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

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