FRIDAY, July 22, 2022

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on July 22, 2022.

Arnold Gertzen

1937 – 2022

  Arnold Hugh Gertzen passed away peacefully in Lethbridge on Friday, July 15, 2022 at the age of 84 years.

  The Funeral Service will be held at the Vauxhall Mennonite Brethren Church, 320 – 9 Street North, Vauxhall on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at

1:00 P.M. Burial to follow at the Vauxhall Cemetery. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com [1].

   Arnold is survived by his sons Kevin (Cindy) Gertzen, Keith (Kim) Gertzen and Kurt (Amanda) Gertzen all of Vauxhall as well as his grandsons Rylan (Ashley), Braden, Logan and Connor. He is also survived by a brother Richard Gertzen; brother-in-law Gil Pakarno; sisters-in-law Verna Lees and Linda McAughey as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

  He was predeceased by his wife of forty seven years Marie Gertzen (nee Pakarno); daughter Karen Gertzen; parents Lawrence and Jean Gertzen and brother Lewis Gertzen.

  Arnold loved farming and ranching, some o f his fondest memories were of time spent in the field or out in the corrals working with cattle. He looked forward to his daily trip to the coffee shop and visiting with family and friends. Arnold will be missed by all.

  If friends so desire,  memorial tributes in Arnold’s name may be made directly to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 110 Quarry Park Blvd, Calgary, Alberta T2C 4P5 (http://www.mssociety.ca [2]).

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

(403) 223-8778.

GILCHRIST

On Saturday, July 9, 2022, Vede H. Gilchrist peacefully slipped the surly bonds of Earth and returned to his heavenly home at age 90. He was a loving husband, the father of three children, and stepfather of one.

Vede was born on July 6, 1932 in Cardston Alberta Canada as the youngest child of Lee and Edna (Harker) Gilchrist. Vede was raised in Cardston, Lethbridge, and Raymond, Alberta, Canada, where he met and fell in love with Margaret Stone. They were married on October 6, 1955 in the Cardston Alberta Temple. They were blessed with three children, Stephen, Marylee, and Scott, and have 13 glorious grandchildren and 29 3/4 simply amazing great grandchildren.

He is predeceased by his sweet wife Margaret, his parents, and his five siblings, with whom we are sure he is enjoying a most joyful reunion.

Vede spent his career in management positions in Las Vegas, Phoenix, Raymond, and Cardston, capping that phase of his life by serving for eight years as the Temple Recorder in the Cardston Alberta Temple.

After his beloved Margaret passed in 1986, he moved to Arizona and then to Utah, where he met and courted the lovely Karen Diane Raby. They were married in 1996 in the Salt Lake City Temple, and Karen and her wonderful son Zach were joyfully welcomed into Vede’s family by everyone. They have been a marvelous addition to our family and an amazing blessing in all our lives. Words cannot express…

His life was distinguished by his boundless optimism. For Vede there was always a silver lining to every cloud. He loved reading, and taught his children that they can do anything they want, they just need to get the right book. He loved teaching, and fulfilled that calling many times for many groups throughout his life. His sly, wry sense of humor served him well, and lightened all his relationships.

Many of his friends and relations commented on his ability to lift and lighten their loads. He provided gentle comfort and peace for those who were struggling and mourning, never judging, always serving, always helping to lift the weight of others burdens. His kindness and unconditional love for everyone he knew was a shining point for all who knew him. He radiated light, and loved bearing the “burden of light” that was his life.

He was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and served in many positions of leadership and teaching in the Church and in the temple. His life of service in the Church and in the temple is a testimony to the depth of his convictions.

In the words of his beloved daughter, “The world and I lost a hero today. My dad was one of the most amazing men in the world. He had more unconditional love and kindness than anybody I’ve ever met in my life. My brothers and I were so lucky that we had this gentle giant in our lives! We’re so grateful for him and the man he is.”

Godspeed, dad. We love you and will miss you.

Kathleen Mary Kostyal

1929 – 2022

Kathleen Kostyal (née Demeter) of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mike Kostyal and much-loved mother of Patricia and Larry, passed away peacefully at St. Therese Villa on July 14, 2022 at the age of 93 years.

Kathleen was born in Mezokovesd Borsod, Hungary on March 29, 1929 to parents Matyas and Kathleen Demeter. Kathleen emigrated to Canada with her mother at age 4, following Matyas who arrived earlier. The family initially lived in Raymond, later settling in Picture Butte.

Kathleen met her future husband Mike in Picture Butte, and they married in November 1947. They farmed in the Picture Butte area until 1965 when the family moved to Lethbridge.

Kathleen worked as a cook at Southland Nursing Home, retiring after 17 years in 1989. She enjoyed cooking, baking, travelling, gardening and craftwork. She won first prize in 1983 for a hand-made yo-yo quilt, and made many crocheted quilts and knit curling sweaters as gifts for family and friends.

Kathleen is survived by her daughter Patricia (Bev Bayer) and son Larry (Donna). She had two granddaughters, Jaymie and Darcy (Shaun Dalgliesh), and was proud great-grandmother to Rylyn, Rowan and Brynn Dalgliesh.

She also leaves behind her brother Mike (Ivy), and nieces Tracy and Shelley Demeter, Glenda (Tom Lee), Debbie (Pat Spenrath), and nephew Rudy Racz (Maureen)

Kathleen was a wonderful wife, mother, and friend who will be missed by all of us.

A private family Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, July 23, 2022 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610, 4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta.

Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to Diabetes Canada, 1400-522 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M5G 2R5.

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

Harold Reid

1947 – 2021

Mr. Harold Irving Reid of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Laura Reid, passed away at the age of 74 years, at home on Saturday, July 16, 2022 doing what he loved.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 pm, on Saturday, August 20, 2022, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta.

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

WEASEL HEAD

CAMERON “CAM” CHRISTOPHER WEASEL HEAD, of the Blood Reserve, passed away at home, on Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at the age of 30 years.

A Wake will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, July 22, 2022 from 6:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. MARY’S IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, Blood Reserve, AB, on Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Pawel Andrasz O.M.I celebrating.

Following the Funeral Mass, Cam will be laid to rest in the Young Pine Family Plot.

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

WIEBE

TINA WIEBE, of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Henry Wiebe, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at the age of 100 years.

A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, July 29, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Tim Seim officiating. The service will be livestreamed and may be accessed via Tina’s obituary on the Cornerstone website.

Tina will be laid to rest with her husband Henry in Mountain View Cemetery during a private family graveside service.

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

ZIMMER

JOHN FRANCIS ZIMMER, of Lethbridge, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital surrounded by family on Friday, June 24, 2022 at the age of 56 years.

A Graveside Service will take place in MOUNTAIN VIEW CEMETERY , 1210 Scenic Dr. S, Lethbridge, Alta. on Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 12:30 P.M. with Pat Siedlecki officiating. Please meet at gate by 12:20 P.M.

Relatives and friends are welcome to attend a Come-and-Go Tea at NORD-BRIDGE SENIORS CENTRE, 1904 13 Ave. N, Lethbridge, Alta. on Saturday, July 23, 2022 from 2:00 to 5:00 PM. Please enter via the west community room at the back of the building.

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

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