TUESDAY, March 16, 2021

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on March 16, 2021.

BENNETT

JUTTA ROSEMARIE WOOD BENNETT, beloved wife of LaVoy Bennett of Cardston, passed away in Lethbridge on Sunday, March 14, 2021 at the age of 80 years.

A Private Family Service will be held at a later date.

Visit http://www.generationsfh.ca to send a condolence

CROSS CHILD

KIMBERLY JOYCE CROSS CHILD, “Issitsimaan”, passed away on March 6, 2021 in Lethbridge, AB at the age of 47 years. A Viewing will be held at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston on Thursday, March 18, 2021 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm and Friday, March 19, from 9:00 – 11:00 am. Due to New COVID regulations,the building will be closed periodically for sanitizing. The Family Service will be held on Friday, March 19 at 11:00 am. (A total of 20 people will be allowed into the service.) Interment to follow at the Cross Child Family Cemetery, Blood Reserve, AB.

To send a condolence or Watch the Funeral please visit

http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca

Maria “Mary” Derksen

1929 – 2021

Mary Derksen of Lethbridge, Alberta passed away peacefully at the St. Michael’s Palliative Care Centre on March 13, 2021.

Born November 26, 1929 to John and Agnes Friesen in Osler Saskatchewan. She was the second oldest of nine children.

Mom was very dedicated to her family and relatives, raising six boys and spending time with her nephews and nieces. She was an excellent home maker. She had a special talent for cooking and baking, sewing, crocheting, and various arts and crafts. She was fond of farm animals, especially chickens and horses. She loved to sing while doing the housework and daily chores, and she loved to laugh.

Mary was very active in church events and activities at the Evangelical Free Church of Lethbridge. She taught Sunday school, helped with the Pioneer Girl’s group, was a counsellor at evangelistic crusades, sang in the choir at the church and crusades, and helped in the kitchen at the Southern Alberta Bible Camp. Mom was a very dedicated Christian who loved the Lord, and she instilled in her children a deep faith in God.

Mom and Dad were married in 1949. Dad joined the Air Force soon after and they moved their growing family to Air Force Bases in Alberta, Ontario and Quebec. They left the Air Force in 1963 and moved back to Coaldale, and then Lethbridge. Mom spent many years alone in Lethbridge after Dads passing in 1993.

Mary leaves to mourn her passing 6 sons Jim (Linda) Derksen, John (Kathy) Derksen, Dennis (Wynanda) Derksen, Allen (Lois) Derksen, Ernie (Val) Derksen, Glen Derksen; 11 grandchildren Mike Derksen, Tim Derksen, Becky Derksen, Dan Derksen, Josh Derksen, Andrew Derksen, Naomi Derksen, Carina(Jon)Kwok, Carly(Josh)Comeau, Aaron Derksen, Amanda Derksen; 5 great grandchildren Nathan Kwok, Wyatt Kwok, Stella Comeau, Ruby Comeau, Bowden Peters; 1 brother George Friesen; 1 sister-in-law Nettie Friesen as well as many nephews, nieces and friends.

Mary was predeceased by her father and mother John and Agnes Friesen, husband Henry “Hank” Derksen; 4 grandchildren Jamie Derksen, Marina Derksen, Gregory Derksen, Andrew Derksen; 4 brothers Pete (Darlene) Friesen, John (Nettie) Friesen, Henry (Florence) Friesen, Jake (Kay) Friesen; 3 sisters Katherine (John) Neufeld, Margaret (Jim) Etherington, Helen (Angus) Ramage; 2 nephews Roger Friesen, Todd Friesen.

A private family service will be held at 1:00 p.m., on Wednesday, March 17, 2021. The family invites those who wish to watch the service via livestream at http://www.mbfunerals.com and scrolling to the bottom of Mary’s obituary.

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

John C. Duff

1938 – 2021

Mr. John C. Duff of Lethbridge, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Margaret Duff, passed away at Coaldale Health Centre on Sunday, March 14, 2021 at the age of 82 years.

Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.

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

EAGLE PLUME

We the family are deeply saddened to announce the sudden passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and auntie DARLENE EAGLE PLUME at the age of 54 years old in Lethbridge, Alberta on Saturday, March 6, 2021.

Darlene leaves behind her children Lori (Mel) Eagle Plume, Troy Small Eyes, Brandon Eagle Plume, Ramsey & Tyler (Chantelle) Good Dagger, her precious grandchildren, Mariah (Shae) Shouting, Kobe Eagle Plume, Nash & Marcedes Good Rider, Trisha Crow Chief, Drizelle Small Eyes, Serenity Scout, Baby Cameron Crow Chief, Bronzer Small Eyes, Autumn Across The Mountain and her great granddaughter, Baby Kristal Standing Alone.

A Viewing will be held at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston on Wednesday, March 17, 2021 from 3:00 to 7:00 pm and Thursday March 18 from 9:00 – 11:00 am (Due to New COVID regulations, the building will be closed periodically for sanitizing) 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 Blood Band Cemetery.

To send a condolence or Watch the Funeral please visit

http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca

BLACK PLUME

RAYMOND BLACK PLUME, “Mi’kotsiinsstaam”, passed away on March 6, 2021 in Lethbridge, AB at the age of 74 years. A Viewing will be held at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston on Thursday, March 18, 2021 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm and Friday March 19 from 9:00 – 11:00 am. Due to New COVID regulations, the building will be closed periodically for sanitizing. The Family Service will be held on Friday, March 19 at 11:00 am. (A total of 20 people will be allowed into the service.) Interment to follow at Pioneer Cemetery, Blood Reserve, AB.

To send a condolence or Watch the Funeral please visit

http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca

GLEN WARREN ELLERT

(January 16, 1943 – March 7, 2021)

Glen was born into a farming family in Milk River Alberta. He grew up with his parents, sister Linda and brother Dean. While in high school he met the love of his life Anna Thielen. They were married in 1966 and had 53 wonderful years together. They had three daughters, Kathryn Alma, Teri Marie, and Jean Diane. In 1973 the Ellert family moved to Fort McMurray where Glen worked at Sunoco for GCOS as a mechanic, then later as a manager, then as an owner of a Petro Canada station. The family went on camping and fishing adventures, went to PEI and Disneyland, as well as numerous lazy afternoons waterskiing at the lake. When Glen retired in 2000, he and Anna began to steadily return to Arizona in the winters. So many stories and escapades were related over the years with all their friends at their Casa Grande home. Dad was an avid hunter and he was able to go to Africa four times to hunt big game. These tales and trophies were always close at hand to share with the grandkids and anyone who would listen. Glen has seven grandsons and one granddaughter who will continue to share the memories and ‘Grandpa expressions’. Glen never stopped loving his wife, she was always forefront in his heart, they are now together, roaming the heavens, laughing, loving and watching over their family.

Left to cherish his memory are his children Kathy Ellert (Herb Smith), Teri Ellert, and Jean (Brent) Ockerman; eight grandchildren, Paul (Liane) Mickelsen, Benjamin (Sarah) Mickelsen, Jacob (Taylor) Mickelsen, Vanessa (Shawn) Ockerman, Corbin Ockerman, Evan (Grace) Ockerman, Vaughn Ockerman, Kale Ockerman; sister Linda (Jim) Racz; brother Dean (Diane) Ellert; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Glen was predeceased by his wife Anna; and parents Warren and Dorthea Ellert.

A private family service was held. Interment has taken place at the Milk River Cemetery.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Glen’s memory may be made to St. Mary’s Hospital – Unit 2 Palliative Care.

To send condolences, please visit http://www.burgarfuneralhome.com.

Burgar Funeral Home Camrose & Daysland

(4817 51 Ave, Camrose, Alberta T4V 0V4) in care of arrangements.

780-672-2121.

“Dedicated service since 1906”

Doris Jang

1931 – 2021

Mrs. Doris Jang of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Henry Jang, passed away at home on Monday, March 8, 2021, at the age of 89 years.

A private family Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 p.m., on Tuesday, March 16, 2021. The family invites those who wish to watch the service via livestream at http://www.mbfunerals.com and scrolling to the bottom of Doris’ obituary.

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

MACKEAN

Ursula MacKean (nee Licht) passed away suddenly on Monday, March 8th in Calgary. She was 82 years old and the sister of Heidi (Ross) Barton.

NISHIMURA

SUE NISHIMURA, beloved wife of the late Yo Nishimura, passed away peacefully at Fairmont Extendicare, on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at the age of 91 years, following a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Sue is survived by daughters: Sharon (Mark) Reed and Selma (Hans) Hantke; her grandchildren: Kyle (Nancy) Reed, Jeremy Reed, Kelsey (Tyler) Boras and Sean (Kelly) Hantke; great-grandchildren: Mila Reed, Brandon and Austin Boras, and Peyton, Greyson and Beckem Hantke; sister-in-law Betty Nishimura; siblings Kay Sameshima, Slim Shimozawa, Tom (Fumi) Shimozawa, Stan Shimozawa, and Diane Lyseng.

She was predeceased by her parents Kazuichi and Hatsu Shimozawa; brothers Walt, Joe, and Mits Shimozawa.

Sue was born November 2, 1929 in Steveston, BC. After relocation to Southern Alberta following internment at Tashme, BC, she met and married Yo Nishimura on December 2, 1950. Sue had many hobbies including cooking, cake decorating, shopping and sewing/quilting. She will be fondly remembered for hosting numerous large family gatherings for holidays and special occasions.

Following her husband Yo’s passing, Sue spent her days with her sister-in-law Betty, with whom she shared a special bond. She loved to spend time with her family, namely with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Sue will be missed by many. Her warm, sincere smile is etched in the memories of all who loved her. She will always hold a special place in everyone’s hearts and minds.

A private family service will be held at Sue’s request. In lieu of flowers and Koden, donations can be made to Fairmont Extendicare: 115 Fairmont Blvd S Lethbridge, AB T1K 5V2.

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

PAPP

With great sadness, we announce the death of our beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, SARA PAPP, on Monday, March 15th, 2021, at the age of 88 years.

She leaves her sons, Nick (Cathy), Louie (Jan), Julius (Jaye) and Bill (Sally); grandchildren Nicholas (Phaedra), Julie (Dale Jeremias), Jessica (Richard Egelston), Chelsea (Cody Pahl), Stefanie (Pete Brooks), Melissa (Davis Allan), Rachel (Kory Podrasky), and Courtenay (Dylan Sutherland); nine great-grandchildren, and a special niece, Elizabeth, and her husband, Sandor Major, in Budapest.

Most of Sara’s Hungarian family is now gone. She was pre-deceased by her parents, husband, brother, and in-laws.

Sara Konkoly Papp was born March 28th, 1932, in Heves, Hungary. In September of 1952, she married Miklos Papp of Budapest, Hungary. Sara and Nick fled Hungary along with their son Miklos, during the Hungarian revolution of 1956. They came to Canada on the Italian Liner “Saturina” in 1957. They then travelled by train from Halifax to work in southern Alberta.

Life was very different from the city of Budapest! Sara hoed beets, worked in a Chinese restaurant, Broder’s and Trans Canada. The eventually settled on an acreage just outside of Lethbridge. Three more boys were added to the family. Sara loved bingo, socializing and Chinese food! She made great cabbage rolls and kiefle cookies. Her greatest love of all was her four boys! Sara worked very hard her whole life and it was always for the boys!

Sara also loved to travel. She visited home (Hungary) several times and Florida, Jamaica and Las Vegas. She also loved day trips to Waterton and her Hungarian embroidered tablecloths!

No service will be held. A Celebration of Life will be held this summer with the family.

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

Edna “Bonnie” Bernice Price

1941 – 2021

Edna “Bonnie” Bernice Price passed away peacefully on March 9, 2021, at the Milk River Long Term Care, at the age of 79.

Bonnie is survived by her daughters; Charlene Price and Darlene (Jurgen) Kropius and her grandchildren; Dalton (Kaylie) Donahue, Brian Donahue (Allison), Heather Donahue (Ben) and Scott Bishop. She will also be missed by her many friends.

Bonnie’s greatest loves were her children and her dogs. She was involved with dogs and dog showing for many years. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting and crafts. Later in life she liked to attend trail rides with her daughter where she volunteered in any way she could. She was always willing to lend a hand.

The family would like to thank the staff at the Milk River Long Term Care for the love and kindness shown to mom during the years that she lived there.

A private family service will be held at 1:00 p.m., on Saturday, March 27, 2021.

Cremation entrusted to Martin Brothers.

Flowers are gratefully declined. For those who wish, a donation can be made to your local animal shelter or the Alberta SPCA, 2920 16 Ave N, Lethbridge, AB T1H 5E9.

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

Kathy Visser
1965 – 2021
 Kathy Jean Visser, passed away in Lethbridge on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at the age of 55 years.
 Kathy is survived by her daughters Kelsee Visser and Karlee Petersen; mother Jean Donaldson; brother Donny Visser; sisters Bonnie Donaldson and Dena Donaldson; nieces and nephews Jeremy, Devon, Breeanna, Alex, Max, Kian, Morgan and Darcee.
 She was predeceased by her dad Peter Visser and by her grandma and grandpa Polderman.
 Kathy will be privately remembered by her family. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com.
 Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

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