SATURDAY, April 17, 2021

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on April 17, 2021.

Edward “Ed” Barendregt

1952 – 2021

Mr. Edward “Ed” Barendregt of Picture Butte, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Joan Barendregt, passed away at Foothills Medical Centre in Calgary, Alberta on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at the age of 68 years.

A private family Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 p.m., on Tuesday, April 20, 2021. The family invites those who wish to watch the service via livestream at http://www.mbfunerals.com and scrolling to the bottom of Ed’s obituary.

Burial will follow in the Mountain View Cemetery.

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Beverly Black

1930 – 2021

Mrs. Beverly Lorna Black (Hiscock), beloved wife of the late Mr. Sid Black, passed away peacefully at Coaldale Health Centre on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at the age of 90 years.

The family invites those who wish to watch Beverly’s service via livestream by clicking https://www.mbfunerals.com/ obituary/Beverly-Black and scrolling to the bottom of the obituary.

Flowers are gratefully declined. For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to the Yates Memorial Centre 1002 4 Ave S, Lethbridge, AB T1J 0P5.

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Connie Fettig (nee Vervalcke)

1920 – 2021

Connie Fettig (nee Vervalcke) passed away on April 11, 2021 in Medicine Hat at the age of 100 years.

Connie will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by her four children Sandra, Maxine (Phil), Len (Diane), and Fran; grandchildren Kyle (Christine), Ryan (Julie), Zoë (Ben); great grandchildren Rachel, Briea, Elise, Kellan and Rayelle. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Martin; daughter in law Karen; son in law Andrew and seven siblings.

Connie was born in Meyronne, Sask on November 19, 1920 to Belgium immigrants. Times were tough, but there was plenty of love and laughter. A lifelong reader, Connie could reliably be found with her nose in a book – earning her the moniker “Big Book” as a child. Upon completion of Grade 12, she took a secretarial course at Balfour Tech in Regina, and then worked at Simpson Sears.

In 1947, Connie married her sweetheart, Martin. Together they farmed in the Grassy Lake Alberta area, raising their four children. Connie was an exceptional mother. She excelled at cooking, baking and sewing, making all her childrens’ clothes. Her love of reading enhanced her eloquent diction, which she put to work writing poems, family reunion tributes, as well as entering (and winning) jingle contests.

Connie and Martin retired to the Okanagan Valley, happily spending over thirty years there. Connie was active in their church, community, and local bowling alley. She was a lover of card games, especially canasta, which they regularly played with friends. Connie was a devoted fan of the Toronto Blue Jays and looked forward to baseball season each year. It was during this time that her and Martin also travelled. Trips to Belgium were a highlight as well as seventeen bus tours.

Connie was a fashionista! She loved dressing up and her ensemble always had accessories to match! But above all else, Connie had an enduring relationship with God. He was her mainstay throughout her life. She was so ready to meet her Savior and be reunited with Martin and her family and friends who have gone on before.

The light she has brought to our lives will continue to live on and we will remember her whenever we have a good laugh – which was her greatest pleasure of all!

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

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HARTLEY

MAUREEN (DYER) WILLIAMS HARTLEY passed away on April 14, 2021, at the Chinook Regional Hospital, after a short fight with Covid 19, at the age of 77 years.

She will be forever and deeply missed by her daughters Robyn Williams (Rob Styra) and Dana Montgomery; grandchildren Courtney Hawthorne, James Hawthorne (Joel DeWiel), Brandyn Montgomery, Daniel Montgomery and Alexander and Anthony Styra.

Mom has now gone to be with her mom and dad, Emma and Leslie Dyer of Calgary.

Raised in Bowness, she attended Bowness High School and lived there for 40 years until moving to the Lethbridge area.

Mom was a very compassionate woman, magically gifted and left many special prints and art that she painted. Mom was very thoughtful, and everyone loved her sense of humour. She loved her family, and was always our rock.

“Dear mom, fly away home in the arms of angels, no more pain and relax in heavenly peace…..until we meet again.”

At Maureen’s request, no funeral service will be held.

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

HEPTONSTALL

It is with profound sadness to announce the passing of KATHLEEN “KATE” ANN LINDSY HEPTONSTALL, at home in Lethbridge, where she was comfortable in her surroundings, on Friday, April 2, 2021 at the age of 73 years.

She leaves to mourn her loving son, Matthew Patterson, niece and nephew: Natasha and Rylee Clark and Aunt Vera Brumwell in Victoria B.C., as well as other relatives, and a host of friends across the country.

Kate was born to Robert and Winnie Boyd in Stettler, Alberta on April 25, 1948. She was best friends with her sister Shannon Boyd, and the two defeated every speed bump life threw them.

She attended school in Stettler, and upon graduation met the man she married; Robert Bruce Patterson. Kate and Bruce had a son, Matt, adopted another boy, Kelly, and in 1973, moved to the town of Drumheller, as Bruce was transferred for Alberta Power.

In 1975, Kate schooled herself to become a secretary, and that blossomed into working with handicapped children and administrating the Outreach Program, which is still operating to this day.

Kate met Dale Heptonstall, and began a long relationship as husband and wife, happily living their dreams and travelling around North America to see the sights and sounds. She adored Las Vegas, the Grand Canyon, and Peggy’s Cove, as well as the mountains in Waterton. She loved the ocean most of all.

Kate was well known and respected wherever she lived, as people who came in contact with her frequently ended up becoming friends with her.

Always lending a hand to under privileged people, or a hurt/stray animal, she was an unselfish person to people who came in contact with her. As a woman who had seen almost everything, she always bounced back from troubles, and remained positive through it all. Kate always found the light in situations, and that spread to the people in her close circle, showing what a fine role model she was for her family. Always having a great sense of humour, she kept things positive even in the darkest of times. Her home was always filled with love and laughter, proving Christmas at Kate’s for the holidays was as good as going to Grandma’s house for the festivities.

In 2010, she moved to Claresholm, then Lethbridge, where she could be closer to her son, sister, and her niece and nephew.

Kate greatly enjoyed live concerts, and entertainment, finally getting to see as many as possible on a regular basis, from Celtic Thunder, to meeting Randy Bachman, or sitting on stage with Dr. Hook playing mere feet away, to actually seeing a live Kiss concert with her son Matt. As a regular entertainment connoisseur, she even enjoyed the Lethbridge Airshows and live stage plays. She was the ultimate mother for her son, who enjoyed seeing every show with her, no matter what the genre.

Kate had a curious nature where she would constantly consume information about anything and everything; spiritual and meditational pursuits, home making, as well as a sizable book collection which she would delve into frequently. Never leaving a stone unturned, Kate was wise in many aspects of life, and that made her indispensable to her family.

She was the best mother/aunt a child could have. Being a loving friend, disciplinarian, and nurturer made Kate a confidant to many people. She could see a skill in someone, and coax it out of the person. She bought her son Matt his first small drum set for Christmas in 1983, which turned into a 20 year drumming career, as well as enabling him to work in the music business for a long time with veteran professionals. This all due to her one act of motherly love nearly 40 years ago. She was iconic.

“There is still a beat, but the music is gone, and you’re the song my heart wants to hear.”

“I wish you knew how much of you is in everything I do. It can be the smallest thing…trivial…mundane…but you’re in there. Under the surface of it somewhere.

I wish you knew how I carry you with me always…everywhere I go.”

At Kate’s request, no formal funeral will be held. Cremation entrusted to Cornerstone Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Last Chance Cat Ranch, P.O. Box 30025 Park Place, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 4X3.

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

Dale Robert Hummel

1957 – 2021

Mr. Dale Robert Hummel of Milk River, passed away at the Alberta Rose Lodge in Lethbridge, on Thursday, April 15, 2021, at the age of 64 years.

Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.

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Patricia “Patsy” Leclaire

1939 – 2021

Mrs. Patricia “Patsy” Leclaire of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Mr. Norm Leclaire, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at the age of 82 years.

Patsy was born in Cardston, Alberta on March 17, 1939. She was a quiet person of few words who loved to laugh and enjoy her family.

She loved her four children (Paul (Kathy), Patty (Mark), Peter (Jill) and Brian); grandchildren (Peter & Laura, Daniel & Emily, Dru, Leif & Reid, Brienne and Brett); and great grandchildren (Chloe, Connor & Chase) and would give them not only her time but anything that they needed.

A private family Graveside Service will be held in the Royal View Cemetery.

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NICKEL

Mrs. Lorraine Martha Nickel, beloved wife of Peter J Nickel, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at the age of 78. Besides her husband of 61 years, Lorraine is survived by her children; LaRie (Andy) Wilson, Tammy Nickel (Rendy Shuya), Peter, and Dale (Heidi). Sisters; Valery Koenig and Sharon Wong, and sister-in- law Helen Nicholauson, nine grandchildren, and four great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Hugo and Mary Nicholauson, son Darcy, brother Ralph and brother-in-law Richard Koenig.

Lorraine was born in Esterhazy, Sask. October 23, 1942.

Cremation has been entrusted to Evergreen Cremation Services.

To send condolences please visit http://www.evergreenfh.ca

Erika Penner
1930 – 2021

Mrs. Erika Penner of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Willard Penner, passed away peacefully surrounded by immediate family at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, April 15, 2021 at the age of 91 years.
Erika was a woman of faith and her love for the Lord was demonstrated each day through her fervent prayers, love for family and desire to serve others. Her example of service to Christ will be a lasting legacy for her family. Erika is survived by her 2 daughters Shirin Penner-Harms (Wes Harms) and Connie Peters (Brian Peters); 2 sons Don Penner (Jenny Penner) and Murray Penner (Marilyn Penner); 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and brother Werner Pankratz (Ruth Pankratz).
A Private Family graveside service will be held in the Grassy Lake Cemetery.
For those who wish, memorial donations in Erika’s name may be made to the Gideon’s Lethbridge Camp, c/o John Regier, 2225 27 Avenue S., Lethbridge, Alberta, T1K 6K5.

Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence or flowers to Erika’s family.

PROVOST

PROVOST “Mills”, Teresa “LuLu” – beloved wife of Erwin Melting Tallow of the Siksika Nation passed away peacefully on April 11, 2021.

Teresa leaves behind her loving boys: Rodney (Sheryl) and Brad (Carrie), along with her 18 grandkids and 4 great grandkids. She also leaves her brother Randy (Doreen) Mills, Ivory Mills, Edward Mills and her only sister Evelyn (Andrew) Wells. Teresa was predeceased by her parents Buster & Eva Mills, her daughters Sandy Mills and Sharon Provost as well as her 2 grandchildren, Kayden and Courtney.

Wake service will be held on Sunday, April 18, 2021 from 6–9pm at Snodgrass Funeral Home, Pincher Creek. Funeral service to be held on Monday, April 19 at 11:00am at Snodgrass Funeral Home. Interment to follow at Piikani Nation Cemetery, Brocket, Alberta.

**Gathering restrictions: only 20 people may attend any of the services at one time.

Snodgrass Funeral Home

assisting the Mills/Provost families with funeral arrangements

(403) 627-4864.

SHOUTING

It is with great sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of KINGSLEY SHOUTING (Long Time Squirrel), on April 14, 2021, at the age of four years. He is the beloved son of Deitre Long Time Squirrel and the late Godfrey Shawn Shouting.

Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

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