THURSDAY, May 6, 2021

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on May 6, 2021.

Mitchell “Mitch” Ball

1973 – 2021

Due to the unforeseen circumstances regarding the recent COVID-19 restrictions, it is with deep sadness that we announce the cancellation of the friends meet the family scheduled for Friday May 7, 2021.

The family wishes to extend their sincere gratitude to the communities of Southern Alberta & beyond for rallying around them during such a difficult time. Although they cannot physically be with each one of you during this time, they continue to feel your presence, love, and continued prayers.

For those that wish, the Funeral Service for Mitch will be available to view via a livestream link at 11:00 am on Saturday, May 8, 2021. You can access the link by visiting http://www.generationsfh.ca and clicking on Mitch’s obituary notice.

To send a message of condolence or sign the online guestbook please visit our website. Sympathy cards may also be dropped off for the family at Christensen Salmon Generations Funeral Home, 703-13th Street North, Lethbridge, Alberta.

Jane Boras

1925 – 2021

Ms. Jane Boras of Lethbridge passed away at Edith Cavell Care Centre on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at the age of 95 years.

Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.

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

CHIEF MOON

ROSE MARY CHIEF MOON, beloved wife of Ronald Across The Mountain, passed away in Lethbridge on April 27, 2021 at the age of 58 years. She is also survived by her daughters Kayla Chief Moon and Lorena Many Shots; her grandchildren Marcus and Mackenzie Chief Moon, Mason Big Sorrel Horse, and Skyler White Man Left.

A Viewing will be held at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston on Monday, May 10, 2021 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm and Tuesday May 11 from 9:00 to 11:00 am with a Family Service to follow at 11:00 am. (COVID regulations will be implemented – Only 10 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.

Byron Koskewich

1959 – 2021

Mr. Byron Koskewich of Del Bonita, beloved husband of Mrs. Sherri Koskewich, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at the age of 62 years.

Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.

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

Stanley (Butch) Martens

June 3rd, 1950 – April 29th, 2021

Stanley (Butch) Frederic Martens, born June 3, 1950, loving husband of Cathy Martens of Coaldale passed away on Thursday, April 29, 2021, at the age of 70 years.

Butch is survived by his wife of 43 years, Cathy, their two sons Trevor (Charmaine) and Todd Martens, his grandchildren Ainsley and Addison Martens, and also his brothers Bill (Bonnie), Ed (Linda), sister Shirley, sister-in-law Audrey and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Butch was predeceased by his parents, Jakob and Christina, and Brother, John Martens.

Above all, Butch loved his family. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. A Celebration of Life will be planned at a later date.

Condolences may be made at http://www.zentnerfuneralhomes.com

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Joyce Thomas

1928 – 2021

Joyce Henrietta Thomas beloved wife of William Thomas, passed on April 28, 2021, at Fairmont Extendicare, following a lengthy illness at the age of 92.

A private family service will be held at 1:00 pm, on Thursday, May 6, 2021. The family invites those who wish to watch Joyce’s service via livestream by going to http://www.mbfunerals.com and scrolling to the bottom of the page.

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

WELLS

SARAH WELLS, beloved wife of the late Luke Wells, of the Blood Reserve, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, at the Kainai Continuing Care Centre, on Thursday, April 29, 2021, at the age of 90 years.

A Public Wake / Visitation will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Thursday, May 6, 2021 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM with a Wake Service to take place at 7:00 PM. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, attendance will be limited to 10 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 Mass will be celebrated on Friday, May 7, 2021 at 12:00 PM with Father Derek Remus celebrating. Both the Wake Service on Thursday and Funeral Mass on Friday will be livestreamed and may be accessed via Sarah’s obituary on the Cornerstone website.

Sarah will be laid to rest in St. Mary’s Cemetery.

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

Derek Wiest

1986 – 2021

It is with great sadness that the family of Derek Wiest announce his sudden passing. Derek will be forever missed & cherished by his three boys Carter, Sonny and Beau and their mother Jessica Wiest.

He’s survived by and lovingly remembered by his parents Ted & Cindy Wiest, brother David (Karey) Wiest and sister Michelle (Shawn) Van Nistelrooy. Derek’s six nieces and nephews brought him great joy: Tanner, Colton & Shelby Wiest, Jessa, Barrett and Brance Van Nistelrooy. Derek is also survived by his grandma Verna Wiest, grandparents Laurence & Marg Ferguson, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins & friends. He is predeceased by his uncle Butch and will be joining his #1 fan, Grandpa Pug in Heaven.

Derek had a great personality and a sensitive soul; this impacted many friendships in his life. His love for sports, especially baseball & hockey took him travelling to many places at a very young age in which many special bonds were made with great friends. He was a part of many provincial championship teams in baseball and hockey as well as being honored to play with different All-star teams throughout his hockey years.

Early in his life Derek adopted the Pittsburgh Penguins as his team and was strongly devoted to them until his passing. His all-time favourite player was #66 Mario Lemieux in which Derek spent many hours mimicking Mario’s moves in his basement as a kid. Then as the Penguins years went on #87 Sid the Kid became his next hero.

Derek was a strong advocate to many young athletes and put so much energy into coaching baseball and hockey. His fondest memories were coaching Coaldale Copperheads alongside Jeremy Kenyon & Darren Emelson in which they led them to be KAHL champions of Alberta Junior B. Followed by another great season coaching with Mikel Wiest, Brenden Odland and Ty Odland. In the year 2017/18 he was offered a coaching position with the Drayton Valley Thunder to assist them in a rebuilding year.

Derek’s greatest enjoyment and happiest days were spent with family, especially his 3 sons. They would spend many nights watching Pittsburgh games and would all have to put on their Penguins jersey or start a big mini stick game. He was an amazing uncle to his nieces and nephews, being a great fan to them through their sporting events and always was so proud of their accomplishments.

Derek had so much goodness and thrived to help others in so many ways. He fought very hard with his own struggles of mental health and addictions but could not fight this battle any longer. His caring personality will be missed every day.

A public Viewing will be held from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Martin Brothers Riverview Chapel, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta. Please book a time to come in by visiting https://www.mbfunerals.com/obituary/Derek-Wiest and scrolling to the bottom of Derek’s obituary.

A private family service will be held at 3:00 pm, on Saturday, May 8, 2021. The family invites those who wish to watch the service via livestream at http://www.mbfunerals.com and scrolling to the bottom of Derek’s obituary.

A celebration of Derek’s life will be announced at a later date. Donations may be made in honour of Derek to Enchant Skating Rink (Box 1856 Enchant T0K0V0) or the Calgary Dreams Center (4510 Macleod Trail SW, Calgary, AB T2G 0A4).

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

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