FRIDAY, June 17, 2022

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on June 17, 2022.

Helen “Lena” Boschman

1931 – 2022

It is with sadness, yet grateful hearts that we announce Helen “Lena” Boschman, beloved wife of the late David D. Boschman went home to be with her Lord and Saviour on Sunday, June 12, 2022 at the age of 90 years.

A Celebration of Lena’s Life will be held at 2:30pm on Tuesday, June 21, 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/HelenLena-Boschman and scroll to the bottom of the page.

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Edwin “Ed” Rod Christiansen

1926 – 2022

Mr. Edwin “Ed” Christiansen of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Gabrielle Christiansen, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at the age of 96 years.

Edwin is survived by his wife Gabrielle Christiansen; daughters Donna and Sharon and stepchildren Brigitte, Alex and Tanya. He also leaves behind many grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.

Edwin was born in Cardston, Alberta and grew up in Waterton Park. In his youth he enjoyed

spending time with his grandparents in Lethbridge, Alberta. He spent much of his career working around the B.C. area, in the outdoors. He retired from Ocean and Fisheries Canada in Kitimat, B.C. He spent most of his retirement in Pincher Creek, Alberta until 3 years ago when he moved to Lethbridge.

Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels. Service details will be announced at a later date.

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GILLERT, WILLIAM “Morgan”

June 23, 1982-Dec 29, 2021

Morgan (Mo) passed away suddenly in Lethbridge, on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at the age of 39 years.

He is deeply missed by parents, Marianne Craig-Gillert, and Kyle Gillert (Sandra), siblings James Gillert (Aleigha), Kyra Svrcek (Steven) and Andrew Langill (Cass), stepbrother Christian Laychuk, his former fiancée, Ashley Pierrard, his cat Perro, and many friends and relatives.

He was predeceased by grandparents, Dorothy and Osborne Craig, Helen Gillert (Fred Reimer) and Laurence Gillert (Pearl Schuller), his uncles Cliff Gillert, Bob Yates and Ivan Poty, and nearly father-in-law, Richard Kane.

Cremation services were kindly provided by the wonderful staff at the Cornerstone Funeral Home in Lethbridge.

A headstone in his memory has been placed with his Grandma Helen and Uncle Cliff at the White Fox Cemetery in Saskatchewan.

A Celebration of Mo’s Life will be held at the JOHN MARTIN RECREATION SHELTER (Pavan Park, Lethbridge), on Saturday, June 25th at 12:00 P.M. with a BBQ lunch and an afternoon of loving remembrance to follow. Family, friends and workmates are welcome to join us. Kindly RSVP your attendance to kyragillert@hotmail.com or memories to be shared to craiml@hotmail.com

Donations gratefully accepted to a cause close to his heart, Last Chance Cat Ranch (www.thelast chancecatranch.com/donate) or Grant’s Closet at Southern Alcare Manor.

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

HART

DAVID HART passed away in Lethbridge on Sunday, June 12, 2022 after a lengthy battle with cancer at the age of 65 years.

David is survived by his partner Ursula Wilson, daughers Trina (Brian) and Ashley, grandchildren Carson and Madi, mother Olive Hart, siblings Sandra (Garfield), Dennis, Robert, Linda, Debbie and Kathleen (Jack), as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

David was predeceased by his father Bill Hart, brother-in-law Alex Cosovan and grandparents Goldwin & Mary Hill and Sylvester & Grace Hart.

David was born in Taber on November 9, 1956 and attended school in Vauxhall. He worked on the family farm at a very young age and became very good at performing mechanical repairs on the farm equipment and his own vehicles. He was always eager to help family and friends with their repairs, too. He spent many years as a skilled heavy equipment operator and ranch hand. David was also involved in the restoration of the Retlaw church, which he found quite rewarding. He enjoyed camping, fishing and visiting around the campfire.

He had quite the sense of humour and was always very witty; he was known as “P.I.” to a few of his close friends and as “Uncle Whitey” to his great nephews — thanks to a rambunctious game with balloons.

David was an avid Calgary Flames and Toronto Blue Jays fan. He enjoyed watching the games on TV while cheering on his favourite teams. He enjoyed his last weeks visiting with family and friends. These visits meant a great deal to David’s family and friends, and also to David, knowing he was loved and supported.

A Celebration of David’s Life will be held at VAUXHALL LEGION HALL, 217 – 5 Street North, Vauxhall, Alta. on Saturday, June 25, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society (www.cancer.ca).

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

HILTON

CAROL ANN HILTON, of Coalhurst, beloved wife of the late Milson Hilton, passed away peacefully at St. Michael’s Health Centre – Palliative Care Unit on Wednesday, June 15, 2022 at the age of 70 years.

Arrangements will be announced once completed.

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http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

James Hoey

1935 – 2022

Mr. James Hoey of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Willemientje Hoey, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital, on Sunday, June 12, 2022, at the age of 87 years.

Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.

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Doreen Hoffman

1929 – 2022

Mrs. Doreen Hoffman of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Donald Hoffman, passed away at St. Therese Villa, on Saturday, June 11, 2022, at the age of 93 years.

A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:30 AM, on Thursday, June 30, 2022, at ST. MARTHA’S ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH, 355 Columbia Blvd W, Lethbridge, AB. with Father William Monis celebrant.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 12:00 PM, on Thursday, June 30, 2022, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 Street South, Lethbridge, AB.

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MILLER

JENNIFER PATRICIA MILLER, beloved wife of John Christopher Miller of Lethbridge, passed away at St. Michael’s Health Centre on Thursday, June 9, 2022 at the age of 52 years.

Jennifer is survived by her daughter, Taysha-Lee Miller of Lethbridge; her grandson, Denvyr-Lee Miller of Lethbridge; her stepson, Dennis Chevarie of New Brunswick, and her granddaughter, Miranda Chevarie of New Brunswick. She is also survived by her stepdad, André Phillion of Campbell River, B.C., as well as aunt and uncle Mark and Candie Allan of Fruitvale, B.C. and Pat Ryder of Grand Forks, B.C.

She was predeceased by her mother, Christine Johnston (Phillion).

Jennifer was loved by many. She was the kind of person who would give the shirt off her back and had the biggest heart. She loved music, dancing and her sisters who were her best friends. She will be missed but her journey is not done. She is now looking over us from above, filling our lives with love and compassion, and keeping us all safe from hate.

Share the love because you never know when your time is up. We will all miss and love you, Jennifer. Rest in peace, my love.

A Celebration of Jennifer’s Life will be announced at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation (heartandstroke.ca) or Diabetes Canada (diabetes.ca).

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

Zelda Nelson

1933 – 2022

   Zelda Bernice Nelson, beloved wife of the late Lancey Nelson, passed away in Taber on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at the age of 89 years.

   A private burial service will be held at the Taber Memorial Garden on Friday, June 24, 2022. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com [1].

   Zelda is survived by her son Charles Nelson of Taber and daughter Bev

(Gord) Wiebe of Lethbridge and family.

   She was predeceased by her husband Lancey and son Joey.

     Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone:

(403) 223-8778.

PAOLETTI

BENITO PAOLETTI, beloved husband of Esther Paoletti, of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Monday, June 6, 2022 at the age of 82 years.

A Prayer Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, June 17, 2022 at 7:00 P.M. with Sharon Hagel officiating.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405 – 12 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, June 18, 2022 at 10:00 A.M. with Father Kevin Tumback celebrating.

Following the Funeral Mass, Benito will be laid to rest in Mountain View Cemetery.

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

PAVAN

LUCY DONNA PAVAN (nee Bitango), beloved wife of the late Joe Pavan, passed away at Park Meadows Good Sams on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at the age of 96 years.

A Celebration of Lucy’s Life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, June 17, 2022 at 2:00 P.M. with Father Kevin Tumback officiating.

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

RUSSELL

FERGUS TOM RUSSELL, of Coaldale, passed away peacefully at Sunny South Lodge on Friday, June 10, 2022 at the age of 89 years.

Fergus is survived by his children, Duncan (Loretta) Russell of Edmonton, Heather Russell of Strathmore, Ian (Tanya) Russell of Skiff, as well as three grandchildren, Kenn Anderson, Kourt Russell and Ty Russell. He is also survived by his sister, Ena (Bill) Craik of Lethbridge, his brother, George Russell of Milk River and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents, George and Margaret Russell, his brothers, Charlie and Roy Russell and his sisters, Elsie Halmrast and Margaret Gowlland.

Fergus was born in Picture Butte in 1933. Three years later, the Russell family moved to the Masinasin District near Milk River where they farmed and the children attended school. Fergus wasn’t much for book learning and left school after completing Grade 8 to work at several different jobs. In the spring of 1953, at the age of 20, he rented a section and a quarter of land and moved to Skiff to start farming. He later purchased the farm in 1961.

Fergus enjoyed living in Skiff as he found the people friendly. He quickly made friends with his neighbours who often has him over for meals as he was “batching” on the farm. Skiff soon became home to Fergus and, in 1958, he went into partnership with his brother, George, and Ed Lonsdale to purchase the Skiff Service Garage. Ed also owned Smith Motors in Lethbridge and just happened to employ a secretary named Charlotte Karp. Fergus met her, and on March 10, 1962, the couple was married.

Their first home was a house Fergus moved himself, across the river north of Coutts and into the hamlet of Skiff. They lived there for seven years until 1968 when they moved into a new house on the farm. They farmed, made their home and raised their family there until retired to Coaldale in 2007.

Fergus had a talent for fixing almost anything and enjoyed spending time in his well-equipped shops. It was a family joke to say Fergus would spend three days building a machine to do an hour’s work. He also never threw anything away and neighbours in Skiff and Coaldale would drop by to see if he had a part of piece of metal that was needed.

The farm was always busy as Fergus raised cereal crops and had cattle. Family and friends often gathered to pour cement for new buildings or brand calves. Fergus also served on the Chin Coulee Gas Co-op for many years, several as chairman. Upon his retirement, he was presented with a gold watch in honour of his years of service.

Family and community were important to Fergus so leisure time included family picnics at Chin Lake and Writing-On-Stone, community potluck suppers and family holiday celebrations.

Fergus loved old-time music and dancing. Sunday morning breakfasts were often accompanied by an Old-Time music program air on CJOC radio, much to the dismay of the kids. Fergus and Charlotte were members of the Pemmican Club for many years and brought in numerous new years by dancing into the wee hours of the morning and then driving home in a blizzard.

Fergus was a devoted husband, loving father and loyal friend. And he was a farmer. Rest in peace, your legacy lives on.

A Private Family Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 St. S, Lethbridge, on Monday, June 20, 2022 at 2 p.m.

While the in-person gathering is private, friends are welcome to attend via livestream on Cornerstone’s website by accessing Fergus’s obituary.

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

Masako Tani

1944 – 2022

Ms. Masako Mako Tani, of Lethbridge, beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and friend to many, passed away peacefully at home on May 13, 2022 at the age of 77 years.

A Come and Go Celebration of Life will be held from 2-4 pm, on Friday, June 17, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 Street South, Lethbridge Alberta. There will be a few words from the family at 2:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Lethbridge & District Humane Society.

Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.

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

Bradly “Brad” VanderHeide

1976 – 2022

Mr. Bradly “Brad” VanderHeide of Lethbridge passed away at St. Michael’s Health Centre on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at the age of 46 years.

Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.

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