SATURDAY, February 26, 2022

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on February 26, 2022.

BEARD

March 21, 1918 – February 22, 2022

MARY BEARD (Maria Dimitra Kokinos), passed away peacefully at the Milk River Health Centre, at the age of 103 years.

Mary was predeceased by her husband Ralph, parents, James & Edna Red, one sister and two brothers. She is lovingly remembered by her daughter Ruth (Loyal Orcutt) and many far-flung nieces and nephews as a very special aunt. She is especially remembered as a second “mother” by all of the Beard nephews who spent summers at the farm.

A longtime resident of Milk River, Mary was involved in the family farm and ranch activities, a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Order of the Royal Purple, Milk River Seniors Organization and American Legion Auxiliary Border Unit #73. An avid gardener, she preserved the bounty from her gardens and took pride in her roses. Family, friends and hired men all enjoyed her roast beef dinners and rhubarb pies. There was always room for an extra place at the table. Mary approached life with a strong will and an unmatched determination; always willing to pitch in and lend a hand when needed. Once she learned to drive, there was no stopping her and she drove until her 93rd year. If there was an event or occasion out of town, Mary could always be counted on to drive a carload of friends to wherever it was.

Her interests were varied and wide. She loved cooking, gardening, canning and pickling, reading and crossword puzzles, playing Bingo, pursuing genealogy, raising German Shepherd dogs and playing the piano, especially the music of the Big Band era.

Thank you to Dr. Lewke-Bogle, Dr. Krog and Dr. Ovwasa for all of the care given to Mary. The family also thanks the nurses, HCA’s and support staff at MRLTC. The care Mary received was exceptional.

Memorial donations may be made in Mary’s name to the Milk River Health Centre, PO Box 90, Milk River, AB, T0K 1M0 or, honouring Mary’s love of companion animals, to a local animal rescue society or Humane Society of one’s choice.

In accordance with Mary’s wishes, no formal service will take place.

The song is ended, but the melody lingers on…

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

DAW

RUTH MAY DAW passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 20, 2022, at St. Michael’s Health Centre at 93 years old.

On May 16, 1928, Ruth was born in Medicine Hat to Jack (John) Hulland and Helen Sneddon. She was the eldest of four children, raised during the depression and WWII on an isolated sheep farm. Her early years developed her work ethic and a keen lifelong passion for education. As young children, they had jobs during lambing and shearing. The children learned by correspondence, attending school only in the winter months.

Her family homestead in the British Block district was expropriated in 1941 to become part of the Suffield Military Base. She lived this work ethic and shared it with her children and grandchildren, almost always positive and supportive.

Ruth was proud of her accomplishments in life, including being awarded the Governor General’s medal for honors in grade nine, receiving her B.A/B.Ed from the University of Alberta in 1950, achieving her Masters in Counselling from the University of Calgary in 1973 and several educational diplomas while teaching.

In 1950, Ruth was employed by Lethbridge School District #51, teaching French and Phys-Ed at Hamilton Junior High and later as a guidance counsellor and teaching those with learning disabilities. Marriage in 1953 to C.E. Clifford Daw in Lethbridge, followed by the birth of their three children, saw her take ten years off from teaching. She raised her three daughters (Carolyn, Evelyn, and Lorraine) always encouraging them to higher learning. Ruth returned to teaching in 1963 until her retirement in 1989. She enjoyed singing, participating in the U of A Choir, the Lethbridge Symphony Choir, and the First United Choir.

Ruth was an avid volunteer in the Home & School associations, the Lethbridge Food Bank, the Lethbridge Exhibition Hobby World, LSCO, and the River Ridge Condo Association. Her hobbies included volunteering, playing bridge, quilting, travelling (including nine times to Australia to see her daughter Lorraine and her growing family), and researching and writing the history of the expropriated families from the British Block. She was a generous supporter of family members, the U of L art collection, Galt Museum Archives, and the Medicine Hat Esplanade Art & Heritage Centre. Ruth was always positive and supportive of anyone who worked hard and tried to better themselves. She lived by example, was fiercely independent, and lived on her own until a short illness.

Ruth is survived by her three daughters, Carolyn (Rod) Ramey, Evelyn Lyon, Lorraine Ellis; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Eleanore Hulland; brother-in-law, Don (Wilma) Daw; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins, especially Mary Jankowiak. She was predeceased by her husband, Cliff; brother Tom Hulland; sisters Marion Terris, Esther Klemp; and son-in-law Keith Lyon.

The family greatly appreciates the wonderful care Ruth received from all the staff at St. Michael’s, Palliative Care, Community Long-term Care, and the Long-term Care units. Please make donations to Lethbridge Seniors’ Centre Organization (LSCO) or the charity of your choice in lieu of flowers.

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

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

EMERSON

JOAN EMERSON, beloved wife of Robert (Bob) Emerson of Lethbridge passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at the age of 86 years.

Besides her loving husband, she is survived by her sons Barry (Trish) Emerson of Lethbridge, Tim (Jan) Emerson of Lethbridge, Rob (Cathy) Emerson of Pincher Creek, and Patrick (Veronica) Emerson of Lethbridge, as well as 7 grandchildren and 10 great- grandchildren.

Joan is also survived by her brother Bill Martin, sisters Lillian (Mel) Critchfield and Pat Christie, and her brother-in-law Bernard Stroeve.

She was predeceased by her parents John and Margaret Martin, sisters Margaret Sirovyak and Jessie Trockstad, brother David Martin, sisters-in-law Phyllis Martin, Evelyn Martin and Dorothy Stroeve, brothers-in-law Clarence Sirovyak, Eivind Trockstad, Bob Christie, and Jack Emerson.

Born to John and Margaret Martin on June 11,1935, Joan lived her entire life in Lethbridge. She grew up surrounded by her six siblings. Joan married her husband Bob on June 4, 1955 and together they raised their four sons.

Joan was her boys’ number one fan, always there to cheer them on and support them in their various endeavours. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and later was delighted when great-grandchildren came along. She was fond of all the family dogs.

Over the years Joan volunteered at local events such as the Moonlight Run and Dragon Boat Races. She enjoyed meeting with friends and family for coffee and gardening in the yard with Bob.

Joan was a loving wife, mom, grandma and great-grandma who will be dearly missed.

In keeping with Joan’s wishes a private family gathering will be held at a later date.

Flowers are gratefully declined. Should you wish to honour Joan’s memory, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

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

GOOD RIDER

Rady Kayla Good Rider (Tallow) “Aapii’iinii’aakii” passed away on February 17th surrounded by her loving family. Her daughter Amaia was the centre of her affection. She was everything to her and always doing things with her. Amaia was the Love of her life. She was a proud Mom. She loved life and all her Friends. All who knew her will sadly miss her laughter and jokes, especially her dog Sassy. Rady attended various schools in Standoff and Lethbridge. She did her Upgrading at Red Crow Community College, Satellite Campus.

She is survived by her daughter Amaia Lee Old Shoes (Kenneth Old Shoes), her parents David Jr. (Tamara) Good Rider, Charlotte Tallow. Her siblings Lyle Tallow, Carlos (Vanessa) Iron Shirt, Zoe (Ty) Tallow, Jada Good Rider. Special Nieces and Nephew La’nell Healy, Helena Healy, and Zeke Red Crow. Special brothers Nicholas (Cadence) Good Rider, Riley (Mia) Good Rider, Dewayne Jr. Good Rider, Tyrik Good Rider. Maternal grandparents, Charles (Betty) Crow Chief. Paternal grandparents, Evelyn and David Striped Wolf. Uncles, Calvin (Geraldine) Crow Chief, Clinton (Vicki) Crow Chief, Joey (Heidi) Iron Shirt, Monty Crow Chief, Marlon Bottle, Terrance (Robbie) Bottle, Lloyd Good Rider, Alvin (Lori) Striped Wolf, Dwayne (Agnes) Good Rider, Gilbert Spear Chief. Aunties, Trina (Bruce) Iron Shirt, Stacey Iron Shirt, Shirley (Cameron) Good Rider/Chief Body. Special Cousins, Patience Good Rider, Jowan, Jalyn, Haden Iron Shirt, Kash Weasel Fat, Lily Knife, Mercedes Good Rider, Nash Good Rider, Silver and Rumor Knife, Lamar Many Fingers, Kristie Knife. Predeceased by her brothers, Charlton and Brian Tallow/Good Rider, Grandmother Della Tallow. Maternal Great Grandparents, Helen (Henry) Cochrane, Mark Tallow. Joseph and Cecile Crow Chief. Paternal Great Grandparents, Emil Good Rider and Agnes Sundance, Jenny Black Plume, and George Striped Wolf. Extended Family include, Good Riders, Striped Wolfs, Brewers, Russell, Mills, Chief Calf’s, Spear Chiefs, Many Fingers, Mistaken Chiefs, Black Waters, First Riders, Wesley Gros Ventre Boy’s Family, Clement Black Rabbit, Hairy bulls, Julie Shouting, Soop, Calling Last, Crow Chiefs, Tallows, Willows, Vielles, Kings.

The Wake Service will be held on Sunday, February 27, 2022 from 6:00 – 11:00 pm at White Calf Hall, Stand Off, AB. The Funeral Service will take place at White Calf Hall, Stand Off, AB. on Monday, February 28, 2022 at 11:00 am.

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

Mary Grey

March 29, 1929 – February 14, 2022

It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Mary Grey on February 14, 2022 at McKinney Place, Oliver, BC at the age of 92.

Mary was predeceased by her parents, John and Anna Proniuk, husbands Alvin Brown, Marvin Grey, best friend Bill Stannard and grandson Monty Brown.

Mary will be lovingly remembered by sister, Jenny McElroy; sons, Stan (Doris), Ron (Judy), Craig (Zsuzsanna), Rob (Diana); daughter, Janice Magee (Rocky); stepchildren, Deb Keet (Larry) and Rod Grey; grandchildren, Levi, Luke, Jason, Tiffany, Jenn, Brian, Doug, Mitch, Adam, Alex, Stefan, Jessica; great- grandchildren, Eli, Kade, Teagan and Leah and nieces and nephews.

Mary was born in Lethbridge and spent her childhood years in Shaughnessy. Mary and Alvin met in Lethbridge where they married and started their family. Mary and Alvin were active square dancers, travelling to square dance competitions in Penticton and elsewhere. Mary lost her loving husband, Alvin, at an early age, leaving her alone to raise her family of five. She started work with Canada Safeway where she quickly advanced to the level of Head Cashier. In 1971, Mary met and married Marvin Grey. Mary and Marvin loved to golf and travel, visiting family and friends in Alberta and BC and often escaping winter to the US. Mary also visited her parents’ homeland, travelling to the Ukraine and Russia. After many years with Safeway, Mary retired and moved to Oliver. She continued to travel, was very active in the golf community, line danced and did aqua size until age 90.

Mary was very outgoing, easily chatting with others wherever she went. She made friends easily and kept in touch throughout the years. Mary was a very vibrant, witty and caring person.

The family send their heartfelt appreciation to her dear friend, George Debenham and all the staff of McKinney Place for their care and support.

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

Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting http://www.nunes-pottinger.com

HARAGA

JOHN HARAGA, beloved husband of Alice Haraga, of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully at St. Michael’s Health Centre on Thursday, February 24, 2022 at the age of 94 years.

Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.

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JACKSON, JOHN DOUGLAS “DOUG”

July 25, 1951 – Pincher Creek, AB

February 19, 2022 – Calgary, AB

Doug Jackson, son of John and Frances Jackson, passed away on Saturday, February 19, 2022 at the age of 70 years. Doug is survived by his brother Bill (Livia), sister-in-law Laura, nephews Mike (Rebecca) and Ben, nieces Heather, Robyn (Tony), Willow (Dave), and Holly, grandnieces Kaia, Madeline, Maisie, Amelia and Jasper, and grandnephews Griffin and Dexter. Doug was predeceased by his parents and his brother Lawrence. Doug graduated from Matthew Halton School in Pincher Creek and earned a degree in anthropology from the Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador. He spent several years researching the Mi’kmaq peoples’ history in Newfoundland, after specifically being chosen to do so by the band council in Conne River, NL. This important work culminated in On the Country: the Micmac of Newfoundland, a book based on his research and writings, which was published in 1992. He also spent several years in Labrador working for the Innu Nation. This interest in people and cultures also took him on travels to many places in Canada as well as the UK and South America. The 1990’s brought Doug back to southern Alberta and the family cabin in Waterton. He worked in the hotel industry and spent his free time exploring the peaks, trails, and waters of this special place that was so close to his heart. An avid naturalist, Doug was a wealth of information on what to see and do in the Waterton area and he had great stories about his encounters with wildlife over the years. Doug was wonderfully curious and could always be found with a book or newspaper in his hand, or listening to radio programs and watching documentaries. He had an amazing ability to connect with people. His nieces and nephews recall that he could make you feel like you were the only person in the room as he listened intently to your stories – and remembered them years later! Doug spent the last decade in Lethbridge and then the last few months in Calgary with his family as he dealt with his illness. He will be greatly missed. In lieu of flowers and a service, the family welcomes photos and stories of Doug. A plaque will be installed on the memorial wall in Waterton Park in his memory.

To view and share photos, condolences and memories of Doug, please visit http://www.choicememorial.com.

KAPRAL

CAROL KAPRAL, beloved wife of the late Pete Kapral, of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully at the Edith Cavell Care Centre on Friday, February 25, 2022 at the age of 80 years.

Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.

To send a condolence, please visit

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McGINN

WILLIAM “BILL” McGINN, beloved husband of the late Joyce McGinn, of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, February 24,

2022 at the age of 89 years.

Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.

To send a condolence, please visit

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NOCHASAK

DOUGALD NOCHASAK passed away in Lethbridge, on Saturday, February 19, 2022, at the age of 43 years.

Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.

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Henry Pauls

1930 – 2022

Henry Nick Pauls of Lethbridge, AB, father of 7 children, passed away peacefully into the arms of his Saviour in the early morning of February 23, 2022, at the age of 91 years.

Henry was born May 28, 1930, on his home farm near Glenbush, Saskatchewan to Nicolai and Sara Pauls. He enjoyed being on the farm and working with his parents and 9 siblings.

With grade 10 education he went to Coaldale Bible Institute, Bethany Bible Institute and then worked as a psychiatric nurse in the Saskatchewan Hospital in the winter and homesteaded in the summer.

Henry and Susan met in Ontario when he worked there during the winter. They were married April 7, 1956, and moved back to Saskatchewan by train. After a few years of farming on his parent’s home place, they purchased some land near Medstead. Here they raised their 7 children.

Farming was a difficult occupation but with much perseverance and trust in God’s provision Henry very adequately provided for his family. He enjoyed the dairy, growing of crops and producing great cattle.

After 44 years of farming, they moved to Coaldale and later to Lethbridge Alberta. Henry enjoyed being close to family, serving seniors, biking around town, and working at the MCC store in Lethbridge.

Henry is survived by his 2 daughters – Lorraine (Doug) Listoe and Ruth (Paul) Ibbotson; 5 sons – Waldo (Arlene) Pauls, Philip (Peggy) Pauls, Bernie (Cheryl) Pauls, Wes (Raechel) Pauls, Ed (Patricia) Pauls; 41 grandchildren and 39 great grandchildren; 4 sisters – Tina Konrad, Anna Parker, Justina (Henry) Bergen, Helena Born; his sister-in-law Mary Pauls; his brother-in-law Alfred Quiring; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and their families.

Henry was predeceased by his loving wife of 65 years, Susan; his parents – Nicolai & Sara Pauls; brothers – Heinrich Pauls, Peter (Martha) Pauls, Nicolai Pauls, Jake Pauls, Nick (Dora) Pauls; sisters – Mary (George) Pauls, Nette Quiring; brothers-in-law – George Konrad, Art Parker, Rudy Born; and his granddaughter Janessa Pauls.

The family wishes to express their gratitude to the staff of Extendicare Fairmont for their attentive care of Henry.

The Interment will be held at 12:40 PM on Wednesday, March 2, 2022, at Coaldale Cemetery.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:30 PM on Wednesday, March 2, 2022, at COALDALE MENNONITE BRETHREN CHURCH, 2316 17th St, Coaldale, with Pastor Gary Burke officiating. A livestream of the service will be available at bit.ly\coaldalemblive

Memorial donations may be made to Wycliffe at wycliffe.ca/give.

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

Carol (Higa) Sawada

Caroline (nee Higa) Sawada of Lethb ridge passed away peacefully at Chinook Regional Hospital on the 22nd of February 2022 at the age of 89 years.

A Celebration of Life will be held later in the year. Carol’s final arrangements are entrusted to Salmon and Sons Funeral Home.

To send a condolence, please visit http://www.salmonandsons.ca

SCOUT

ANITA SCOUT, of Lethbridge, passed away at home, on Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at the age of 53 years.

Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.

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Curtis Sparvier

1963- 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of CURTIS DEAN SPARVIER on Friday, February 18, 2022 in Lethbridge at the age of 59 years.

Curt was born on November 5, 1963, to Bill & Shirley Sparvier.

He is survived by his loving wife, Linda Clarke; his stepchildren Tammy (Shane) Olson, Danny (Sheena) Clarke and Randy (Jennifer) Clarke, Grandchildren Azlyn, Kaytlyn, Ethan, Joshua, Mya, Rylan, and Tylar. Curt is also survived by his loving mother Shirley Sparvier, brothers Rick (Adri) Sparvier, Gary (Novalee) Sparvier, nephews Cody, Tayler, and niece Abigayle.

Curt was predeceased by his father, Bill Sparvier and his granddaughter Kennady Clarke.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects between 6 pm and 8 pm on Wednesday, March 2, 2022, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4th St South, Lethbridge, Alberta

A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, March 3, 2022, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4th St South Lethbridge, with a luncheon to follow.

Flowers are gratefully declined. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation or Canadian Diabetes Foundation.

You are deeply loved and cherished by your whole family Papa Curt.

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