WEDNESDAY, January 26, 2022

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on January 26, 2022.

Byran James Drinnan

August 14, 1989 – January 15, 2022

It is with broken hearts that we share the sudden passing of Byran, whom we loved so much. He was a kind, patient and giving person. He lived wisely and was fun loving, appreciating the good and weathering obstacles with strength and optimism. We will treasure the time we had with Byran and forever value his good-natured ways.

Byran was raised in Okotoks, Alberta with lots of happy times with family and friends. He settled in Lethbridge where he completed a degree in History at the University of Lethbridge, and later he became a Red Seal Electrician. Byran was a sports enthusiast with an encyclopedic knowledge and always had the answers for any sports trivia question. He loved the outdoors, hiking, camping, collecting rocks, fishing, golfing, and traveling.

Byran is survived by his loving wife Kayleigh Nielson and feline companion Beatrice. Cherished son of Joyce O’Neill and Jim Drinnan and big brother to Annie Drinnan. Remembering the fun times with Byran are Grandma Marilyn Drinnan, Aunts, Uncles and special cousins throughout Canada and the US. Byran had a devoted circle of friends who will be remembering special times they spent together with “Davey”.

A Remembrance gathering will be held at a date in the future.

Condolences may be shared online at Evergreen Funeral Home, Lethbridge – https://www.evergreenfh.ca/listings

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to:

The Alberta Cancer Foundation – https://www.albertacancer.ca/

The Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada – https://www.braintumour.ca/

Lethbridge Paw Society – http://www.pawsociety.com/

Because I’m still in love with you

On this Harvest Moon. – Neil Young

He brought us joy. We loved him well. – Out of Africa

Dee Glabus

1940 – 2022

 Diedra Grace Glabus, passed away in Taber on Friday, January 21, 2022 at the age of 81 years.

 Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, January 27, 2022 between 4:00 P.M. and 5:00 P.M. Due to the fact that in person attendance at the visitation is limited, those who wish to attend may do so by visiting Dee’s obituary page on our website and choosing the ‘attend visitation’ link to schedule an arrival time. Alternatively, you may call the funeral home at (403) 223-8778 to schedule a time. Please be mindful that the visitation time selected is limited to a ten minute window to allow others the opportunity to meet the family.

 The funeral service will be held at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, January 28, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. with Life Celebrant, Shelly Dawn Bassett officiating. A private burial service will follow at the Taber Memorial Garden. Due to the fact that in person attendance at the funeral service is limited, those who wish to attend the funeral service may do so by calling the funeral home at (403) 223-8778. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com.

Herter, Benjamin Roy

Benjamin Roy Herter passed away peacefully at Chinook Regional Hospital on January 24, 2022, two weeks before his 90th birthday.

Full obituary to come.

HUFNAGEL

ANNIE HUFNAGEL beloved wife of the Late John Hufnagel passed away in Lethbridge, Alberta on January 23, 2022 at the age of 85 years.

She is survived by her son George (Mayte) Hufnagel, her daughter JoAnna Hufnagel-Vold, six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

Friends are welcome to meet with the family from 3:00 to 5:00 pm on Saturday January 29, 2022 at SALMON AND SONS FUNERAL HOME (433 Stubb Ross Road S).

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.salmonandsons.ca

JONES, Glenn

Alva Glenn Jones of Raymond passed away in Lethbridge on Monday, January 24, 2022 at the age of 86 years, beloved husband of Dorothy Brown Jones.

Friends may meet the Family on Thursday, January 27, 2022 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Taylor Street Chapel, 221 North, 400 West, Raymond, Alberta. A Private Funeral Service will take place on Friday, January 28 at 10:00 a.m. Interment to follow in the Temple Hill Cemetery, Raymond at 11:30 a.m. Everyone invited.

For those who wish, live streaming will be available by visiting http://www.generationsfh.ca and scrolling to the bottom of Glenn’s obituary.

To share condolences, please

visit http://www.generationsfh.ca

VERA PAQUIN

1930 -2022

Vera was called home and passed peacefully in her sleep at the age of 91, leaving behind two daughters, Shelagh and Maureen, and a grandson Nikolas (Maureen). She was predeceased by her husband, Ed and her son, Laurence.

Vera was born and raised in the Muskoka region of Ontario – the middle sister of five daughters and one son, all predeceasing her.

She graduated from the Toronto General Hospital School of Nursing programme in 1952 and worked as a registered nurse in many locations across Canada until she retired in 1987, with the exception of a few years when her children were young.

She met and married Edward Paquin in 1958 while she was working at the hospital in Claresholm and he was stationed at the Royal Canadian Air Force base there. They were posted to various bases including Metz, France. It was when they were stationed at Comox B.C., on Vancouver Island that Ed retired from the military with 20 years’ service. He went to work in the logging camps as a first aid attendant while Vera continued working at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Comox. Their daughters finished their schooling in Comox.

After they both retired, Vera and Ed left the island and moved to Chilliwack, B.C. for a few years. They then moved to Osoyoos, B.C., where they spent over 10 years before returning to southern Alberta. They lived in Nobleford for twelve years before moving to Lethbridge then finally to Coaldale.

Vera and Ed enjoyed their retirement, spending many winters in southern California as snowbirds, and traveling back to Ontario and points east of that to visit relatives. Vera enjoyed knitting and even won many gold and silver medals in the Alberta Summer Games for Seniors for her needlework. Her handiwork was prized among her family and friends who benefited from her hobby with beautiful sweaters or knitted dishcloths and placemats.

She will be missed by all who knew her.

For those who wish, a visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 28, 2022 at Christensen Salmon Generations Funeral Home. A Graveside Service will follow at the Coaldale Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider a donation in Vera’s memory to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or Diabetes Canada.

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

Nellie Parsons

1923 – 2022

Nellie Esther Parsons, beloved wife of the late Robert Henry Parsons, passed away peacefully at St. Therese Villa on January 21, 2022 at the age of 98.

Nel was born to Irl and Esther Harris on February 22, 1923. She delighted in sharing fond memories of her adventures growing up on the farm near Ponoka. After graduating from school, she worked as a stenographer at Alberta Hospital Ponoka. While visiting her older sister in Prince Rupert she met the love of her life and Bob and Nel celebrated 56 amazing years of marriage together. They started their life together in Calgary then moved to Lethbridge where they remained and raised their two children, Lori, and Tim.

Nel lived a long and blessed life filled with love and adventure. She travelled extensively to many locations around the world. Her favorite destination above all however was Waterton where she loved to spend time with family and friends. Nel enjoyed golf, hiking, curling, bridge, and all the “finer things” in life. She continued to play golf and hike well into her 80s and played bridge into her 90s. Over the years Nel was involved in several community organizations and clubs in Lethbridge. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

Left with many cherished memories are her daughter Lori (Donald) McArthur; grandchildren Christine (Billy) Martin, Christina Hubbard, and Emily and Cara Parsons; four great grandchildren Jaidon, Walt, Adrianna, and Kasandra Martin; brother Derald Harris; her much-loved nieces and nephews, Steve (Elise) Twa, Dan (Brenda) Twa, Marsha (Mark) Linde, and Kate Twa (Ronan), and grand nieces and nephews.

Nel was predeceased by her husband Robert Parsons in 2002; son Tim (Sharon Dersch) Parsons in 2021; sisters Elsie Fransden, Doreen (Jack) Twa, and Lorraine Harris; brother Donald Harris; and grandniece Jenny Linde.

The family would like to extend their thanks and appreciation to the staff at St Therese Villa, notably the care aides and LPNs on 2 West who exemplify the meaning of caring. Words cannot begin to express our gratitude for the affectionate care they gave mom over the last few years.

A Memorial for Nel will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers please consider donating to the Alberta Heart Foundation, 119 14 St NW #100, Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6, or the Southern Alberta Cancer Research Centre, 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, AB, T2N 1N4.

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

PLUMPTON

EDNA PLUMPTON, beloved wife of Harold Plumpton, of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully at St. Michael’s Health Centre, on Monday, January 24, 2022 at the age of 92 years.

Edna was born in Widnes, Lancashire, England, on December 4, 1929. She met her husband Harold at a dance, something they both loved, and they were married in 1951. Edna and Harold moved to Canada in 1956, where they settled.

Edna loved many things in her life, but concentrated on her family, singing, her ladies coffee group, travelling and volunteering.

Edna is survived by her husband of almost 71 years, Harold; her son James (Wanda); brothers Colin (Sheila) and Allan, as well as her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

At Edna’s request no funeral service will be held. Cremation entrusted to Cornerstone Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of your choice.

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

RERON

ALEXANDRA RERON, beloved wife of the late Felix Reron of Lethbridge, passed away at St. Therese Villa on Saturday, January 22, 2022, at the age of 90 years.

Alexandra is survived by her daughter, Mary (Jim) Nesbit and sons Henry (Julie) Reron, Richard (Wendy) Reron. And numerus grandchildren and Great grandchildren.

She is predeceased by her husband, Felix Reron and her son Eugene (Susan) Adam Reron.

A private family service will be held. Alexandra will be laid to rest in Mountain View Cemetery.

In Lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charity of your choice.

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

TINSLEY

Mr. Everett Tinsley, passed away peacefully January 22, 2022 with his wife Marian by his side, following a long battle with COPD.

He is survived by his wife Marian, 2 siblings, 8 children, 15 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, 3 great, great grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Everett was born in Taber, April 4, 1938. He moved to the west coast and worked as a longshoreman for a while. He moved back to Alberta where he worked construction.

On June 21, 1975, Everett married the love of his life, Marian. Together they started Everett’s Blade & Graveling Service, offering construction services throughout southern Alberta. He worked with several other construction companies in the Lethbridge area.

Following his retirement, Everett and Marian lived on their acreage, north of Coalhurst.

He loved spending time with family and friends in the mountains riding horses and cooking in the camps. Everyone enjoyed his beer, Saskatoon berry pancakes. He loved woodworking and was able to look at an item and make it without a pattern.

A Celebration of Everett’s life with be held at a later date.

Marian and family would like to express their appreciation for the staff at St. Michael’s Heath Centre, 2nd East.

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