FRIDAY, March 5, 2021

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on March 5, 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.

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://lethbridgehumanesociety .com/

Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

BACZUK

DAVID TROY BACZUK passed away in Calgary March 1, 2021 at the age of 55. He will be missed by his parents Louie and Sandra Baczuk, siblings Mark (Deb), Michelle (Kevin), Robin (Luke), Steven, and Cajsa (Dan). And his nieces and nephews, whom he adored without measure: Miranda, Ben, Josh, Shelby, Colten, Nic, Trenton, Liam, Liev, and Ava.

Troy had been able to fill in some of his family tree and was overjoyed to connect with his birth family. He welcomed them into his life and had a wonderful loving relationship with them. He will be missed by Rhonda Gwin, his birth mother and his siblings David Gwin (deceased) and his sister Kelly Gwin-Durocher.

Troy was most happy 30,000 feet above the ground. He worked most of his life in the airline industry. He made many lifelong friends. And if you’ve ever worked with him you understand…

“I’m not like other flight attendants…I will hit you”

If you ever needed anything done, Troy was first in line to help. He loved good food; and prepping for family dinners was his specialty. But don’t ever leave him alone in the kitchen…he loved to spice things up!

Waterton had a very special place in Troy’s heart as a retreat and an oasis of peace. He would park his trailer, smell the mountain air and read endless books. He loved a roaring campfire and the simplicity of a meal cooked over an open flame.

If you’ve ever received one of his rib crushing hugs, you knew you were loved unconditionally. He loved with all his heart. All his family and friends knew that. Troy, we love you. We would give anything for just one more of those hugs.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation on his behalf to: Canadian Mental Health Association – cmha.ca, Egale Canada – Egale.ca

A Private Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, March 7th at 2:00 p.m.

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

FICUR

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of FILOMENA ANGELINA FICUR on Wednesday, February 24th at the Coaldale Health Centre, at the age of 84.

Angelina was born in Sessano Del Molise, Italy on June 26, 1936. She immigrated to Canada in 1958 and settled down in Readymade, Alberta before moving into Lethbridge. She is predeceased by the love of her life and husband of 55 years, Lino. She is also predeceased by her father, Emilio Iafrancesco, her mother, Carmela Iafrancesco (nee Giacchetta), her brother Palmerino Iafrancesco, her sister Antonietta Kern, brother-in-law Joseph Kern, brother-in-law Riccardo Ficiur, brother-in-law Giuseppe Antonelli, and nephew, Rob Kern. She is survived by her sister, Annina Antonelli, her nieces, Lina, Marilena, Juliana and Dora, and her nephews Dave and Mike, as well as her sister-in-law Iolanda Ficiur and nieces Esperanza and Cinzia in Italy. She is also survived by several other extended family members and many friends she made throughout her life in Italy and here in Canada.

Although Angelina never had children of her own, she loved kids and worked with them in Italy for several years. When she arrived in Canada, she began working as a nanny before getting a job at Catelli’s in Lethbridge where she worked up until her retirement. She married Lino on July 29, 1961, and together they built three houses and remodeled a one-hundred-year-old house. In between the builds and remodels, Angelina would often travel back to Italy with Lino to celebrate and reconnect with family whom she cared so much for, even with the great distance between them.

She will be sadly missed but fondly remembered for her love of gardening, her great fried chicken, and the care and compassion she showed towards everyone. She cared so deeply for all of her family and friends and always cautioned everyone to be careful and call her as soon as they were back at home safe so that she knew they were okay. She was also quick to offer you any kind of snack or drink she could when you visited to make sure you felt welcomed and cared for.

Angelina was laid to rest next to her husband Lino in a private service.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alberta Cancer Foundation (www.albertacancer.ca/donate/)

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

KNOX

MYRTLE HELEN KNOX, beloved wife of the late John Knox, passed away peacefully at Legacy Lodge with family by her side, on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at the age of 92 years.

At the family’s request, no funeral service will be held due to Covid-19.

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

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.

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

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.

Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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.

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

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

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

ROLLINGSON

Mr. George Leonard Rollingson, known to friends and family as “Rolly”, beloved husband of the late Mayda Rollingson, passed away at home on February 22, 2021 at the age of 71 years.

He will be forever remembered by his children; Neil Rollingson (Rena), Dan Rollingson (Stephanie), and Shauna Rollingson, his grandchildren; Jonah and Sadie Rollingson, his sisters; Dawn Takeda (Richard), Barb Grady (Don), Lynn Grafe, Kim Bohner (George), Sue Palmer (Gez), and Terri Rollingson (Len Leonard). As well as many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his wife Mayda, his son Brian, and his parents Alberta and Eleanor.

Rolly was raised on the family farm west of Lethbridge airport, and this remained a special place for him throughout his life. As a young man he served in the Canadian Military Reserves. In his younger years he enjoyed rodeoing and horseback riding. He provided for his family by working on a few large operations throughout Alberta. In his later years he enjoyed touring and competing in horseshoe tournaments.

A Private Celebration of Life will be held with family at a later date.

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.generationsfh.ca

SHOT BOTH SIDES

-CHIEF MOON

DELVIN JAMES SHOT BOTH SIDES-CHIEF MOON “Kooniinna” (SNOW MAN), passed away in Lethbridge, AB on February 26, 2021 at the age of 62 years. A Viewing will be held at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston on Sunday, March 7, 2021 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm and Monday March 8 from 9:00 – 11:00 am with a Family Service to follow at 11:00 am. (Due to COVID-19 – Only 20 people will be allowed into the service.) Interment to follow at Pioneer Cemetery.

To send a condolence or Watch the Funeral please visit

http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca.

WAYNE HOLLAND

July 12, 1926 – February 25, 2021

On Thursday, February 25th, while he was enjoying his regular afternoon nap at his home in Calgary, Wayne Holland quietly slipped through the veil to meet his parents, Ruby and Josiah (Mike) Holland; son, Stewart; sisters, Wanda McKean and Nadine Brown; daughter-in-law, Debra (Donick) Holland and son-in-law James Olson.

Wayne was born and grew up with six siblings in Raymond, Alberta, where he attended school and served a short time in the Canadian Army. He met his wife Joyce Lindseth in Raymond and they were married in 1947. They moved to Taber in 1949 where Wayne was employed at the new Roger’s Sugar Company plant for their first sugar making run in 1950. He worked for this employer until his retirement.

During retirement years, Wayne built and equipped a woodworking shop in his back yard in Taber, where he taught himself the art of woodworking, making many beautiful projects for his family and the neighbors over the years. During this time, he and Joyce turned their time to working at the LDS Alberta Temple at Cardston where they made many more friends. With family grown and as empty nesters in 2002, they moved to Lethbridge and began travelling, usually with their kids, and visited many interesting countries in the world. When health issues became problematic, Wayne and Joyce opted to move to Calgary to St. Marguerite Manor.

Wayne is survived by his wife of 73 years, Joyce; their children, Douglas (Valarie Shockey), Phillip (Heather Boyle), Michael, Stephanie (Darrel) Orr, Wendy (Robert) Krause, Sandra, Karen; 21 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. The family wishes to thank the care givers at St. Marguerite’s Manor for their patient and compassionate care of our husband and father. Your kindness to Wayne was very much appreciated.

Due to Covid restrictions there will be no service at this time. Cremation has been entrusted to Choice Memorial Cremation and Funeral Services. To view and share photos, condolences and stories of Wayne please visit http://www.choicememorial.com.

YOUNG PINE

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of KAREN YOUNG PINE at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Wednesday, March 3, 2021, at the age of 56 years.

Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

GLORIA RED YOUNG MAN

(1964-2021)

It is with heartfelt sorrow that the RedYoungMan/North Peigan families announce the passing of Gloria RedYoungMan on Thursday, February 25, 2021, at the Chinook Regional Hospital.

Prayers to take place at Snodgrass Funeral Homes, Pincher Creek, on March 8 at 1:00PM, officiated by Peter Strikes With A Gun. A two-day Wake service to take place at the RedYoungMan/NorthPeigan residence until the morning of Wednesday, March 10. Funeral Mass to take place at St. Paul’s Catholic church on Wednesday, March 10 at 1:00 pm, with Fr. Roy Jayamaha, Celebrant. Current gathering restrictions enforced.

Snodgrass Funeral Homes

assisting the RedYoungMan/NorthPeigan

families with funeral

arrangements,

(403) 627-4864.

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