SATURDAY, May 14, 2022

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on May 14, 2022.

Donald “Don” Bagnall

1930 – 2022

Mr. Donald George Bagnall passed away in his home on Monday, May 9, 2022 at the age pf 92 years. He is together again with Roberta, his wife of 55 years.

Donald was born to George and Irene Bagnall on March 15, 1930, in Wilkie, Saskatchewan.

Don was the oldest of 11 children and he is survived by his brothers David (Micky) Bagnall, Boyd (Kathy) Bagnall; sisters Pat Ball, Shirley (Garry) Edwards, Ellen (Peter) Kazakoff, Gail (Willis) Lawton, Dawn (Gary) Barber; sister-in-law Cheryl Bagnall as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Don is also survived by his children from his first marriage Kim, Janice and Lee.

Besides his loving parents George and Irene, Don was pre-deceased by his wife Roberta; sister Ruth Smart; brothers Jim Bagnall, Bill Bagnall as well as brothers in law Bob Frankie and Roy Ball.

Don spent his childhood and graduated High School in Wilkie, Saskatchewan. After graduation at the age of 18, Don joined the Royal Canadian Air Force where he served for 28 years. It was while stationed in Greenwood, Nova Scotia that Don met and married Roberta Rossetti. Don was warmly welcomed and loved by the Rossetti family. After retiring from the Air Force, Don and Roberta settled in Lethbridge where they raised their three children Peter Bagnall, Eric (Shelley) Bagnall, Wendy (Jerry) Luskey; Don and Roberta were also blessed with four grandchildren Sara Luskey, Ian Luskey, Hanna Luskey and Darian Bagnall.

Don was a loving son, husband, father, brother, uncle and a very proud and doting grandfather. He will be greatly missed.

A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, May 20, 2022 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610, 4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta with Reverend Trevor Potter, officiating.

To watch the service via livestream, please go to https://www.mbfunerals.com/obituary/DonaldDon-Bagnall and scroll to the bottom of the obituary to find the link.

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BECK

1968 – 2022

TODD WAYNE BECK passed away peacefully May 12,2022 after a brief battle with cancer.

He leaves to morn his partner Carrie, his daughter Kennedy (Dan), and beautiful “bug” granddaughter Remy. His son Khyler, his mom Corrine, his sister Shawna (Wes), nephew Cody (Cassandra) and kids Sadie, Kashlyn and Bo, niece Cassie (Brad) and kids Paisley, Cooper, as well as numerous friends and family.

Todd was predeceased by his wife Tonya, dad Wayne, and great niece June.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

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BRATHWAITE-SIMPSON
October 16, 1966 – May 10, 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce our beloved mother, wife, daughter, sister, aunt and friend, Charlene Marie Brathwaite-Simpson, passed away suddenly at home in Raymond, AB during the early morning hours of May 10, 2022 at the age of 55.

Charlene will be lovingly missed by her husband, Standy (Checker) Brathwaite; sons Sean (Kristin) Simpson of Fort Erie, ON and Trey Brathwaite of Raymond, AB; parents Hugh and Carol Simpson of Fort Erie, ON; sister Cherie Simpson-Barber of Fort Erie, ON; brother Hugh Jr. (Laura) Simpson of Raymond, AB as well as many nieces and nephews.

Charlene was predeceased by her daughter Felisha Swann (2017).

Charlene was born and raised in Fort Erie, ON and loved figure skating, crocheting, and cooking in the early years of her life. In the last few years, she couldn’t wait until the warm weather came so that she could get outside more often; she loved camping, gardening and enjoying her firepit in her back yard. Her larger-than-life personality followed her wherever she went, whether it was when she was waitressing or walking down the streets of Raymond with her best friend (and son), Trey. You could always count on Charlene for a laugh, which was infectious and could easily be heard before she was seen. Her gift was her ability to bring hope and happiness to others even through a brief meeting or a passing on the street. She was a ray of sunshine that was always looking to help others and give out hugs to any takers. Though she has passed from this life, the light she left will continue to shine on.

Charlene will be deeply missed by all of us who were blessed to know her.

A Graveside Service will be held at 12:00 noon on Wednesday May 18, 2022 at the TEMPLE HILL CEMETERY, Raymond Alberta.

Friends are welcome to meet with the family from 7:00 to 8:00 pm on Tuesday May 17, 2022 at SALMON AND SONS FUNERAL HOME.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Charlene to: http://mentalhealthfoundation.ca/donate/

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BREUER

Tillie Breuer, (nee Scherer), age 87, passed away on May 6th, 2022 at St. Michael’s Health Centre.

Tillie was born in Fox Valley, Saskatchewan on the first day of spring in 1935. She graduated from the Manitoba School of Nursing and her nursing career took her to all the western provinces where she made homes in Winnipeg, Brandon, Medicine Hat, Edmonton, New Westminster, Kamloops, Saskatoon, Higgins Lake, and Buffalo Creek before retiring to Logan Lake. After her husband passed in 2009, Tillie relocated to Lethbridge, quickly making many friends, being active in TOPS and attending the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd.

Tillie was driven to work hard all her life. She was a kind and gentle soul who was very family-oriented. She relished annual extended family reunions in Maple Creek or Medicine Hat. Time spent with her daughter, grandsons and their families was a treat – meals on every special occasion or simply just to make a special occasion, accompanied by several games of Scrabble. Music, church and faith were always important lodestones in her life.

She is predeceased by her son Brent Yakiwchuk, husband Otto Breuer, her grandson George Dyson, and her siblings Betty Lentz, Herb Scherer, Reuben Scherer and Lena Risk.

Tillie is survived by her beloved daughter Mavis (Ian) Dyson, grandson Eric (Amber) Dyson and great granddaughters Eliza, Vanessa and Nora Dyson, great grandson Tyreik Cardinal, her granddaughter -in-law Kate Dyson, step-daughter Vera and grandsons Alexander and Gregory and families, brother Russell (Marg) Scherer and sisters Verty (Fred) Nelson, Rebecca (Bob) Goudreault and numerous nieces and nephews.

We would like to thank the staff at Lethbridge Regional Hospital and St. Michael’s for care administered with sensitivity and respect.

A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday May 19th, 2022 at the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 2406 – 11th Ave S., Lethbridge, Alberta. Tillie will be interred in Redcliff, Alberta.

In lieu of flowers, a donation in Tillie’s name may be made to the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd: https://www.lutheranchurchofthegood shepherd.com/about/donate or the Interfaith Food Bank Society of Lethbridge: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/m/8546/donation.

WANDA LILLIAN JANE CARLSON (HINRUP)

1950 – 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our mother, sister, aunt and grandmother. Wanda will be deeply and sadly missed by her only daughter, Michelle Schwartzenberger (Ryan); grandsons, Ayden and Jaxen; her only son, Robbie Ronan; grandchildren, Tristan, Bailee and special granddaughter, Harley Ronan; sisters, Karen Triebwasser (Wayne) (Jade and Mara), Lisa Nielsen (Ken) (Shane and Ashley), (Brandon and Carri), Tammy McFadden, (Morroco and Denise), (Kyrstin and Rob), (Shelby and Galen), (Akshya and Terrence), (Sam and Danieka), Anette Lindberg (Per); brother, John Hinrup; stepmom, Kirsten Hinrup (from Denmark); as well as Wanda’s great nieces and nephews. Wanda was predeceased by the love of her life, Rick Carlson; her precious mother, Mary Lily and her Papa Bear, Alex Koenig. Celebration of Life will be on May 15th, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. Service starting at 1:11 p.m. at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, #1 Dunmore Road SE, T1A 1Z5. For Wanda’s full obituary, go to http://www.Saamis.com and click on Wanda’s memorial page. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Wanda Carlson. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATORIUM, “The Chapel in the Park”, Medicine Hat, Alberta. Should you wish any additional information, please telephone 1-800-317-2647.

Bruce Haig

1936 – 2022

Mr. Bruce Haig of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Ellen “Joan” Haig, passed away at home peacefully and surrounded by his family on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at the age of 85 years.

Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.

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HATCH

Our dear mother, Lorna LaRee Broadbent Hatch, of Cardston Alberta, Canada, peacefully passed from this life the day before Mother’s Day on May 7, 2022. Mother has joyfully reunited with our father, David after being apart for 55 years.

Lorna was born on November 23, 1928, in Cardston, Alberta, to William and Emma Broadbent. She was the 7th of 10 children and was raised in Leavitt, Alberta where she loved roaming the hills with family and friends. She attended school in Leavitt and was especially glad to meet David Hatch when she started attending school in Cardston. They were married January 9,1948 and brought 5 loving children to their home on the farm in Woolford, Alberta. She loved crocuses, buttercups and crane bells that we loved picking for her from the hills on our farm. She had a brain tumor when she was 24 years of age and the surgery left her partially paralyzed. Her children loved assisting her and being her little walking stick. She courageously carried on and was a wonderful homemaker, gardener, and nurturer. She helped us love nature, creativity and adventure. She would take us on picnics, berry picking and swimming in the river and to this day we are not sure she could have saved us in the water if necessary.

Mom and Dad moved our family to Riverside, California where new adventures and wonderful friendships were made. We then resettled in Cardston, Alberta to resume family life. She was widowed at a young age and left to finish raising her 5 children. She again faced this with courage and faith and never complained about her physical challenges or the task ahead of raising us on her own.

Mother served in many church callings for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and is known for teaching the 3-year-olds for 26 years. She loved children and they loved her. Grandchildren and many neighborhood children who affectionately called her Aunt Lorna, loved baking with her, playing cards, and picking a toy from her toy drawer.

Mom could scare the hiccups out of anyone and would trick us every time with her April Fools jokes. She was formidable in Scrabble, and we still think she made up words. All were welcome in her home. She was a friend to everyone, especially those who needed a friend. Our family will always remember her when we see her beautiful, crocheted hangers or afghans in our homes. More than physical reminders will be the faith we all draw upon in our own lives. When faced with difficulties we have had a wonderful example in our mother and Grandmother of how to endure and still find joy.

She is predeceased by her loving husband David, parents William and Emma, brothers Delwyn (Melba), Charles (Viola), Keith and Bill, sisters Eda (Dahl Leavitt), Joyce (Lervae Cahoon), Fay (LaVont Marsden), Shirley (Weldon Sillito), son-in-law, Grant Nelson. She is survived by her children: Connie (Grant Nelson, deceased), Dan (Doreen), Judi (Randy Sant), Phil, and Mike (Lois). She is also survived by her sister Thora (Allen Zemp), sister-in-law Doreen Broadbent, 17 grandchildren, 58 great-grandchildren and 4 great great-grandchildren.

We would like to thank her friends and care givers at the Chinook Lodge and Lee Crest. For many years she also had wonderful care from Dr. Brian Low. Her children were privileged to care for her as well in her declining years. She never went a day without family being with her. We love you Mom and will miss our visits.

Friends may meet the family on Sunday, May 15th, at the Legacy Funeral Home in Cardston from 7:00 to 8:00 pm and on Monday from 10:00 to 10:45 am prior to the service. The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Temple Street Chapel, Cardston, AB., on Monday, May 16th, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow in the Cardston Cemetery.

To Watch the Service Later or send Condolences,

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Dale Merchant

1937 – 2022

Dale Whiteside Merchant of Lethbridge passed away peacefully after a prolonged illness on May 10, 2022 at the age of 84.

Dale had a personal and professional life centered around service, having served 33 years in Family and Social Services for the Government of Alberta.

He was passionate about the good work delivered by Rotary International and was a lifelong Rotarian. He joined the service organization in 1965 and remained active to the end. He embraced the mission of Service Above Self and cherished the many friendships he cultivated through his travels, including in his service as Rotary District Governor in 1994/1995.

Dale was appointed to the University of Lethbridge Senate in 2007.

Dale was predeceased by his wife Patricia Joan Merchant in 1993 and is survived by his four loving children – Scott, Brad (Maha), Jill (Wade) and Chris (Laura). He also leaves behind his cherished friend, Beth Campbell.

Dale’s legacy also includes nine grandchildren: Jeffrey Gallant, (Sarah), Kennedy Gallant (Manny), Jordan Gallant, and Carling Laing (Carson); Scott Merchant (Larasia), Hayley Merchant and Sara Schwartz (Jordan); Jordyn Merchant and Corbin Merchant; and eight great grandchildren.

A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta. To watch the service via livestream, please go to https://www.mbfunerals.com/obituary/Dale-Merchant and scroll to the bottom of the obituary page.

Flowers are gratefully declined. Those who wish, memorial donations may be made to The Salvation Army at salvationarmy.ca.

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PICKERING

SUZANNA (BETTENCOURT) PICKERING passed away on May 11, 2022 at the age of 60 years.

She is survived by her husband James Pickering, children; Valarie and Sammy-Joe, Sisters; Maria Gilberta (Jill) Bettencourt (married to Paul Boudreau), Lucinda Maria (Lu) Bettencourt, and Marie Christine Bettencourt (married to Gary Bricault), nephews; Michael Kirkman, Andrew Litwinczuk, Stephen Bricault and Aaron Bricault, and niece; Samantha Litwinczuk.

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

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RAUHALA

WAYNE LEROY RAUHALA of Lethbridge, born November 6, 1958, passed away suddenly on May 6, 2022.

He is lovingly remembered by his sister, Debbie Rauhala and beloved nephew, Matthew Rauhala.

Wayne was predeceased by his parents, Harry and Marion Rauhala, infant brother, Eugene Paul Rauhala, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

A Tribute to my Uncle

By Matthew Edwin Wayne Rauhala

My uncle enjoyed astronomy, surmising what could be written on a star and watching Starship Enterprise chart them farther than afar.

He treasured his hikes in Waterton, exploring lakes and falls,

loved to stop for bubble gum ice cream inside the creamery walls.

His favorite game was Yahtzee, loved to roll the dice

and when it came time for dinner, it was deep fried shrimp and rice.

He had a passion for Sudokus, was excellent with numbers

but now his book rests dormant and his pencil is in slumber.

My uncle was fond of photography, taking pictures of the world,

today these albums are my memories, neatly organized, pages curled.

Cheering on the Broncos, later watching the Hurricanes score,

viewing movies on the big screen, hearing the Lethbridge Air Show’s roar.

Enjoying 70’s and 80’s music, visits to the Calgary Zoo,

taking trips to Hawaii, Los Angeles and Las Vegas too.

Is it predetermined that which is my fate?

Must I be on time or could I be a little late?

But if this is true and we don’t have a say,

no chance to hang on longer, to see another day,

I’ll remember your true heart, mind and all your selfless giving,

because when you and I were laughing, well uncle, that was living.

The sadness welled inside me when I heard that you had died,

but my fate is to see you again, years from now, on the other side.

Wayne will be remembered privately by his family and friends.

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KENNETH JAMES RODZINYAK

Jun. 17, 1961 – Nov. 25, 2021

Kenneth J. Rodzinyak passed away suddenly, surrounded by loved ones, at the Ottawa Heart Institute on Thursday, November 25, 2021, at the age of 60.

Kenn is survived by his wife Angela, his daughters, Kristyn, Daphne (Murray) and Celina (Morgan); his siblings, Peggy, Bob (Esther), Tim (Ronalda), Janet (Tim), Dori, and Zan (Scott); and his brothers-in-law, Karl (Jenny), Roland (Elaine), and Lothar. Kenn also leaves behind many extended family members and friends. He is predeceased by his parents, George and Muriel Rodzinyak, and his in-laws, Albert and Elsa Schmidt.

Kenn was born in Lethbridge, Alberta, on June 17, 1961. He spent his early years playing sports, exploring the coulees, and running around being mischievous. He showed leadership qualities at a young age as captain of several sports teams and president of the student council at Catholic Central High School. He joined the Canadian Armed Forces in 1979 and graduated from the Royal Military College (RMC) of Canada in 1983. A year later, he married his beloved wife, Angela.

During his 35+ year career with the Canadian Armed Forces, Kenn accumulated nearly 4,000 flight hours as a maritime navigator, had the privilege of commanding at the crew, flight and unit levels, completed operational and instructional flying tours on the east and west coasts of Canada, served out-of-country in Germany and the United States, and completed several staff tours. He was sponsored for post-graduate education at RMC (Master’s degree in War Studies – Space Law and Policy) and the International Space University in Strasbourg, France. These educational experiences proved to be a turning point in his career, taking him down the path as a space operator and a member of the burgeoning Royal Canadian Air Force Space Cadre. He retired from the Regular Force in 2014, but continued to work as a reservist and became the Director Space Strategic Plans Force Generation Officer.

Kenn was devoted to his family and found pride in supporting his wife and daughters in their own pursuits. He often found very normal, but profound ways to bring out the best in each person and situation.

A Celebration of Kenn’s Life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South on Saturday, May 21, 2022 at 1:00 P.M.

SINCLAIR

MANLEY SINCLAIR, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital with his devoted wife Violet by his side, on Sunday, May 8, 2022 at the age of 82 years.

Besides his loving wife of 36 years, Violet, he is survived by his four sons: Neil (Sandy), Dean, Lorne and Todd (Jennifer) and daughter Janet, as well as his grandchildren: Kevin, Stephanie, Jordan, Tyler, Tanner, Jayden, Gage and Tristen. Manley is also survived by his sisters Marilyn (John) and Linda (Michael) and brothers-in-law Stan (Ester) and Bruce and many nieces and nephews.

Manley was predeceased by his father, Floyd Sinclair, mother Helen Gier Mehlen Sinclair, stepfather Olaf Mehlen, brother-in-law Lloyd Schwark and sister-in-law Daisy McManus.

Manley was employed by the City of Lethbridge prior to his retirement. He was a talented singer and guitar player, who entertained at family gatherings and City of Lethbridge Christmas parties. His repertoire included many country and western songs, including “I got my education out behind the barn”.

He was a farm boy at heart. Manley also enjoyed the outdoors and he and Violet spent many summer adventures out camping and fishing.

A Come and Go Reception will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Monday, May 16, 2022 from 2:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.

In lieu of flowers and in memory of Manley, donations may be made in his name to the Lethbridge Alzheimer Society, #40, 1202 – 2 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 0E3.

To send a condolence, please visit

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SLYWKA

ALICE (ALIDA) SLYWKA passed away peacefully on May 4, 2022 with her family by her side, after celebrating her 100th birthday in November.

She is the loving mother of Henry (Linda) Louwerse, Leo (Joanne) Louwerse, Judith Louwerse, John (Trish) Slywka, Tom (Diane) Slywka, MaryLou (Terry) Miechkota and has numerous grandchildren, great- grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Alice was predeceased by her loving husband Tom.

Born in The Netherlands in 1921, Alice was the eldest of 12 children and daughter of Hendrickus and Alida Van der Sloot. She immigrated to Canada in 1951, and lived in Saskatchewan and Alberta where she raised her children.

She is Mom, Oma, Grandma Old Dutch, Aunt and caring friend.

Alice enjoyed crafts, baking and gardening, and devoted most of her life to raising and caring for children.

Alice will be forever missed and always loved and remembered by all who knew her.

In honour of Alice’s wishes, no formal funeral service will be held.

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THOMAS

Mr. Douglas W. Thomas born May 10th 1936, beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away peacefully at Edith Cavell Care Centre on Wednesday May 11, 2022 at the age of 86.

He is survived by his loving wife Agnes of 63 years, three children; Tracy Kaiser (David), Sheri Firth and Clark Thomas, three grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He is also survived by four of his siblings, Bill, Margaret, Marilyn, Rod and numerous nieces and nephews.

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

In lieu of flowers please donate to the Alberta Lung Association https://www.ablung.ca/donate

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VIANI, FELIX

Passed away May 5, 2022 in Vancouver BC after a 10 year battle with cancer.

Felix was born May 5, 1947 in Civitanova, Italy. Following his schooling, he became a journeyman plumber.

Felix was predeceased by his parents; Mike and Michelina and his brother Tony. He is survived by his son Jeff (Charmynn)Viani, grandchildren Taylor, Matteo, John and Abraham; his son James Viani, his sisters; Sadie , Marianicola (Bob) Mills, Tina (Al) Shaw and Theresa.

Lorraine Villeneuve

1952 – 2022

     Mrs. Lorraine Edith Villeneuve of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Mr. Russell Villeneuve, passed away at home on Thursday, May 12. 2022 at the age of 70 years.

     Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Riverview Chapel.

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WESTERGREEN

Mary Anne (Wiens) Westergreen passed away Mother’s Day at the Chinook Regional Hospital.

Mary was predeceased by her husband Frank Robert Westergreen, her parents Annie & Henry Wiens, her brother Jake Wiens, her sister Anne Harrington, and her twin sister Dolly (Agnes) Renner.

Mary is survived by her daughters: Janet Voth (Bob), Brenda Zdyb (Stan) all of Coaldale, her grandchildren Charlene Voth, Matthew Voth both of Lethbridge and Chantel Rosenthal (Kevin) of Edmonton. She is also survived by her greatgrandchildren, Calee Parkins (Brayden) of Lethbridge, Marcus Allison and Arayah Dawn Voth both of Edmonton. She is also survived by one brother and two sisters and numerous nieces and nephews.

Mary was born in Swift Current, SK and later relocated to Alberta. She met her husband Frank when they both worked for Doc Tenney in the Warner area. Frank and Mary lived in several different locations due to Franks work requirements but spent most of their married life in Coaldale.

Mary eagerly anticipated the arrival of each new grandchild and great grandchild, each held a special place in her heart.

Mary went to work for Bill Beattie at the Greyhound grill, she worked there for many years and eventually owned and operated this as Marys’ Place. Charlene and Chantel were mini waitresses in training and loved helping Grandma. Mary made many lifelong friends there and employed many of her family members. After Marys’ retirement, she moved to an apartment and managed the 10-unit complex, she formed many friendships there.

Mary was an amazing cook, no one ever left her home without being well fed. She sewed clothes for her family and if there was anything that needed to be patched, she was on it. Franks’ work clothes, Stans’ jeans, kid’s toys, and Charlene’s beloved “Copper” the dog. Bob and a friend Erika both had well-loved monkeys that received a whole new set of clothes.

Mary sewed prom and wedding dresses for others in the neighborhood. She sewed cabbage patch dolls for her grandchildren customizing them as requested. She sewed animals of all kinds. She was the Queen of recycling and repurposing; she was a practical woman, and nothing ever went to waste. Many family members woke to find creations in their flower beds or on their front steps, this was Mary’s way of sharing her special touch.

Mary loved camping and often camped with her siblings, she loved to take her grandchildren with her, nothing was ever too much work when it came to her family.

If you visited Mary there would often be a puzzle in progress on her kitchen table, she played solitaire looking out her dining room window to watch the neighborhood kids travels and antics. These kids made out like bandits at Halloween as she prepped bags weeks in advance. Disney movies and special treats were bought in anticipation of grandchildren’s’ sleepovers. No chores for grandchildren at Grandmas house, and Grandmas taxi service was always available, the meter was never on. Lindsay and Ashleigh were chauffeured to school whenever grandma worried about the weather.

Mary was always so happy to help her family in any way and loved to babysit the grandchildren. She welcomed her grandchildren’s friends into her home as well.

Mary loved Stampede wrestling and was a very vocal fan! She shared this passion with her dad.

Mary treated the grandchildren to trips to Bonanza, Zellers, and Humpty’s. Mary would often turn up in Magrath with ice cream and watermelon on ice in her trunk. Mary LOVED to drive and drive she did: to Bingo, Walmart, Zellers. Road trips to Magrath, Taber, Brooks and Waterton were not uncommon, and she usually had little co-pilots with her. In her later years she often drove twice a day to have a lunch and supper at Humpty’s the staff all knew her well, and she made many friends there.

Marys’ life showed her to be a hard worker, she was made of tough stuff, a loving and nurturing person. She had a quick smile, laughed easily, welcomed visits and was always willing to help anyone in need. Mary loved people and made many friends over the years. She loved her family above all else.

About 5 years ago Mary developed Dementia/Alzheimer’s and moved to the Sunny South Lodge in Coaldale where she resided until her passing. While the dementia stole bits and pieces of her away, her strong spirit and quick smile remained, she was always so happy to have visitors.

Mary’s family is very appreciative to Tricia of TC Care who provided Mary with hours of companionship and interactions this past year.

Mary and her family are forever grateful for the AMAZING care provide to their whole family by all the staff at Chinook Regional Hospital on Unit 4B.

A graveside service will be held May 16, 2022, at 2 pm in the Field of Honor at Mountain View Cemetery in Lethbridge. Anyone who wishes to attend is most welcome. In memory of Mary there will be a supper at Humpty’s at 4:30 pm.

Flowers are gratefully declined, hug someone you love today, share a memory of Mary.

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WHITE

THOMAS WHITE beloved husband of Irma White, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Friday, May 13, 2022 at the age of 83 years.

Arrangements will be announced once completed.

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