SATURDAY, September 10, 2022

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on September 10, 2022.

CAROLYN BAKER

1950-2022

Our very special sister, aunt, and friend Carolyn Baker passed away suddenly in Edmonton, Alberta on August 29, 2022. She was born January 11, 1950 in Lethbridge, Alberta to Virgina Proctor Baker and Bryan Stringham Baker. She spent her youth on the Baker family farm south of Raymond, Alberta.

Carolyn graduated from Raymond High School and went on to attend Ricks College and Brigham Young University. After returning to Canada, she was married and lived in Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario. She returned to Edmonton in August 2012 to live near her sister Maude.

Family and friends described Carolyn as feisty, fun-loving, and fit. She was very beautiful and loved beautiful clothes and jewelry. She was best known for her unique sense of style and her immaculate home. She enjoyed good food, but was very particular about what she ate. She was passionate about health and wellness and enjoyed walking and doing yoga. She spent her leisure time with friends and family, listening to music, and going to movies. Carolyn was adventurous and loved to travel. She had many memorable trips, including a trip to Montreal with her sisters and a raft trip down the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. She particularly loved her time in Maine and Mexico where she spent many happy weeks with John and Lynda.

She is survived by her sisters Kathe (David) Thomas and Maude Baker, and brothers Bob (Gloria), Jim (Karla), and John (Lynda), and thirteen nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her former husband Sandy Macpherson, and her two Chinese Chows, Maggie and Charlee.

A Graveside Service and interment will be held Monday, September 12 at 11:00 AM at Temple Hill Cemetery in Raymond.

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BANBURY, Elizabeth

Elizabeth Banbury was born in Debrecen, Eastern Hungary and came to Lethbridge in the spring of 1957 with her parents, Steven and Elizabeth Szutorisz and trained as a beautician and hospital attendant.

Elizabeth was the beloved wife of Dr. Lloyd Banbury. She was predeceased by her son Leslie Kark and her parents Steven and Elizabeth Szutorisz.

At Elizabeth’s request no funeral service will be held.

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BROWN

LORNA WINNIFRED BROWN (née Moore), beloved wife of the late George Brown, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at the age of 104 years.

A Celebration of Life will be held at SOUTHMINSTER UNITED CHURCH, 1011 – 4 Avenue South, Lethbridge on Saturday, September 17th, 2022 at 11:00 A.M.

Friends and family are invited to a reception in the church basement following the service.

GILMORE

ALEXANDER “ALEX” RONALD GILMORE, of Lethbridge, passed away suddenly on Monday, September 5, 2022 at the age of 64 years.

Arrangements will be announced once completed.

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Carmel Gray

1939 – 2022

Mrs. Carmel Gray of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Dick Gray, passed away at St. Michael’s Health Centre, on Thursday, September 1, 2022, at the age of 83 years.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am, on Saturday, September 10, 2022 at PARALLEL CHURCH LETHBRIDGE, 1 Mile East, AB-3, Lethbridge, Alberta. For those who wish to watch the service via livestream, please go to https://www.mbfunerals.com/ obituary/Carmel-Gray.

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Dragoslav Jurisich

1929 – 2022

Dragoslav Jurisich passed away peacefully on the morning of Sunday, September 4th, at the age of 93.

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, he is survived by his cherished wife Rose; children Danilo (Irena) and Nada (Joe); grandchildren Jelena, Arel (Erika), and Isabel, his great- granddaughter Lily, and numerous beloved close friends and family.

Affectionately known by many as Lalika, he lived a long and fascinating life, as chronicled in his autobiography, Displaced. He was an avid chess player and polyglot, a lifelong lover of literature, and a skilled writer. He was a professor of linguistics, Spanish and Russian at the University of Lethbridge, and continued pursuing his love of history and language until the very end. His last years were spent writing, travelling, and playing bridge with his wife and best friend Rose.

His creative wit and constant pursuit of knowledge were enthralling to everyone who knew him, and his memory will continue to influence and inspire his loved ones for the rest of their lives.

There will be a service and Celebration of Life held in early October.

Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.

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LoAnne Karras

1946 – 2022

 LoAnne Rae Karras, belove wife of Chuck Karras, passed away peacefully in Lethbridge, with family by her side, on Monday, August 29, 2022 at the age of 75 years.

 She is survived by her step children Brian (Pam) Karras of Taber, George Karras of Taber, Charlyne (Dave) Russell of Lethbridge, Darren Karras of Lethbridge, Chris Karras of Lethbridge, sister in-law Lori Cummings of Winnipeg, nephew Sean (Lisa) Cummings of Winnipeg and nephew Travis (Stephanie) Cummings of Winnipeg. She is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren and by her great nieces and nephews, who she loved dearly.  

 She was predeceased by her parents Loletta (née O’Brien) and Raymond G. Cummings and by her brother Roger Cummings. 

 LoAnne was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba October 26, 1946.  She began working early on in Winnipeg, later moving to Calgary and then on to Taber.

 LoAnne met the love of her life in Calgary. Charles and LoAnne were married on June 26, 1976 and spent the next forty four years together until his passing.  LoAnne left city life behind to immerse herself in her new community.

 She was truly a people person, a quick wit and what a memory.  Details she could recall – names, places, connections; all she shared with love until her passing.   

 LoAnne worked for the Town of Taber from April 4, 1977 to July 2, 2010. “She gave her amazing self to the Town of Taber throughout the thirty three plus years she made her mark on the municipality. She had an astonishing wealth of knowledge, a quick wit and a great memory for details but more importantly, people. She truly made a difference in people’s lives, not only in Taber, but internationally. One of the many standout accomplishments was that she participated in and coordinated a municipal partnership program with Phanat Nikhom, Thailand. Lo travelled to Thailand many times and made close friends whose bonds lasted to this day. Throughout her connection with Phanat Nikhom, Lo’s expertise in municipal and federal programs were instrumental in improving service delivery to citizens and consequently their quality of life. Still, to this day, many years after her retirement, those of us who worked with her still say her name around the office, knowing if there was any question, she would provide encouragement and have the answer. She is missed and she made a difference.”

 LoAnne enjoyed travels throughout Canada, United States, Mexico, Australia, Cuba, Hong Kong and numerous trips to Thailand, traveling throughout the country where she forged many life long friendships.   

 She joined the Royal Canadian Legion in 1977, serving in numerous offices over forty five years.  Her and Charles were fixtures there for Friday night happy hour. She also served as a member of the Order of Royal Purple.

 She will be forever missed.  She’s with her love again.   

 LoAnne will be privately remembered by her family. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com.

 Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778. 

KOHASHIGAWA

EDDY KOHASHIGAWA passed away suddenly on Friday September 2, 2022 at the age of 86. For the last few years, he was living at the Legacy Lodge in north Lethbridge.

Eddy (nickname Elvis) was born on August 31,1936 at Eight Mile Lake, just northeast of Lethbridge. He came from a large family of ten siblings. He was predeceased by his sisters Yoshiko, Amie, and Shizuko, and brothers Sakae and Shigeru. He is survived by his siblings David, Lily, Gordon and George; and several nephews and nieces.

As a child, his family farmed in Shaughnessy, Iron Springs and Vauxhall. His parents, Kyosei & Miyo, retired to Coaldale as Eddy worked in Lethbridge. From there Eddy worked in Vancouver, then to Calgary where he put his artistic talent to work doing illustrations for magazines and newspapers in his spare time.

Eddy had health issues throughout his life, so we are thankful that he still lived a long life. We wish to thank the staff at the Legacy Lodge for their excellent care given to Eddy.

A Private Family Memorial will take place at a later date.

Cremation has been entrusted to Salmon and Sons Funeral Home in Lethbridge, Alberta.

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

Hillmer Krueger

1935 – 2022

Mr. Hillmer Krueger of Lethbridge, common law spouse to Ms. Trautchen Krueger, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital, on Saturday, September 3, 2022, at the age of 87 years.

Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.

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Kit Yee Lau

1921 – 2022

On September 9th, 2022, at the youthful age of 101 years of age, Kit Yee Lau transitioned to heaven peacefully among family at 4:45am at St Michael’s Health Care in Lethbridge, Alberta.

Days leading up to her passing she was visited in person and through technology by family, friends and prayers.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

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MAMULA

Jun. 11, 1976 – Sept. 4, 2022

It is with profound sadness we announce that JASON LLOYD MAMULA has left his earthly home.

He is survived by his parents, siblings, children, and their mother as well as a large extended family.

Jason was a kind, compassionate soul. He was a superior welder by trade. He was extremely talented and innovative in all things mechanical, metal and wood products. Those he loved, he loved deeply. He had an infectious laugh and loved to joke. He always told us how much he loved us.

Psalm 34:18 – “The Lord is close to the broken-hearted and saves the crushed in spirit”

There’s no storm God won’t carry you through, no bridge God won’t help you cross, and no battle God won’t help you win.

Jason’s life will be celebrated and honoured by all of his family.

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MANY FINGERS

It is with sadness to announce the passing of our dad, grandpa, great grandpa,great-great grandpa, brother, uncle, cousin and friend, SISI’KSI HERBERT MANY FINGERS. Sisi’ksi, Herbert Many Fingers passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side at Cardston Lee Crest on Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at the age of 84 years. Herbert was born on October 8, 1937 on the Blood Reserve to the late Albert Sr. & Margaret Many Fingers. Herbert spent his early years at the St. Mary’s Indian Residential School then on to St. Anthony’s College in Edmonton, Lethbridge College, Medicine Hat College, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) where he received his Journeyman ticket. He participated in Hockey & Basketball. In the 1970’s he began working at the Kainai Industries. After receiving his Journeyman Ticket he was employed with Blood Tribe Housing, where he worked for 15 years. Right after that, Herbert and his son Danny started their own contracting business together. Herbert loved going to the Horse Races in Lethbridge with cousins Regis Black Plume & Ed Heavy Shields; they visited for hours on those days. Herbert met the love of his life Mary Rose in 1960 and married on December 8, 1962. Herbert is survived by his loving children, Scotty (Lenora), Richard, Danny (Pam), Jody (Scott), Jolayne Many Fingers, grandchildren; Blair, Nicholas (Nitasha), Luke, Paige, Brad, Darryl, Casey, Tera, Tomi, Stormy, Kyle, Shanoah, Sage, Tawnya, Brendan, Aniel, great grandchildren; Latoya, Nate, Tyleah, Nikesha,Ponaasi, Aubree, Aliya, Tenelle, Violet, Mikka, Milli, Hailey, Skylar, Mary, Delilah, Pheonix, Dante, Darius, Jamal, Hunter, Tailee, Zachary and his numerous nieces and nephews whom he loved very much. Herbert is also, survived by his loving siblings; Sisters, Mildred Melting Tallow, Clara (Mike) Sigurder, Sylvia Tail Feathers, Rosanne Many Fingers, Marie (Don) Shade and his brothers; Wilfred Soop and Burton (Virna) Many Fingers. His Sister in Law Evelyn (Andrew) Mills, his brother in laws; Randy (Doreen), Ivory and Edward Mills; Adopted children; Jim Plume, Deanna Many Fingers, Lamont Healy, Cheryl Healy, Joni Healy, Troy Emery Twigg, Leslie Tallow, Debbie Rose Day Chief, Kenny Gravelle, Tanya Gravelle, Connie Fox & Lorna Day Chief. His adopted grandchildren; Jaden, Jada & Jayna Creighton Fox, Trisha Many Fingers, C.J. Wells, Jade Mills, Tex Mills, Tylisha Wells, Nolan Shade, Haley & Cammi Tallow and Paloma Hoof. Special friend; Alphonse Red Crow. Herbert was predeceased by the love of his life Mary Rose and their baby daughter Jolaine, grandson Wylie, parents Albert Sr. & Margaret Many Fingers, his maternal grandparents Dick & Beth Soop, his paternal grandparents Morris & Annie Many Fingers, his brothers; Andy, Albert Jr. (Lucille), Gordon & Loretta Many Fingers, Sister Rita Many Fingers. Brothers in Law; Clarence Melting Tallow, Leslie Tail Feathers, and Gordon Heavy Shields. In laws; Geraldine Soop, Gerald & Gloria Shade, Virginia, Rose Mary, Edith, Liza, Theresa, Christopher, Franco, Richard & Delbert Mills. Mother & Father in law, Buster & Eva Mills. Uncle & Aunt in law Christy & Emma Red Gun. Also predeceased by nephews & nieces; Karen, Todd, Leanne, Delbert (Sonny), Stanford, Tikki, William, Charmaine, Sharla, Kyle, Kim, Tweedy, Lindsey, and Elana. Herbert’s relatives: Foxes, Goodstrikers, Black Plumes, Soops, Weasel Moccasins, Crop Eared Wolfs, and Shot Both Sides. Apologies, if anyone was missed. The Family Service will take place at Legacy Funeral Home on Wednesday, September 14 from 4:00 – 5:00 pm and the Wake Service will follow at Senator Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve from 6:00 – 10:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Blood Reserve on Thursday, September 15 at 11:00 am with Father Pawel Andrasz officiating. Interment to be held at Pioneer Cemetery.

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

Monell Merkl

1956 – 2022

  Monell Georgette Mary Merkl, beloved wife of Bill Merkl, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family in Taber on Monday, September 5,

2022 at the age of 66 years.

  Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Monday, September 12, 2022 at 7:00 P.M.

  The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church,

5009 – 48 Avenue, Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com [1].

  Besides Bill her loving husband of forty four years, Monell is survived by her children Andrea Pyne of Drumheller, Paul Merkl of Barnwell, Sheila (Jesse) Terpstra of Barnwell and John Merkl of Barnwell; grandchildren Brittany (Shawn) Fletcher, Hunter Pyne, Evelyn, Emily, Francine and Luke Terpstra; great grandchildren Zander Merkl, Jazlin and Zayla Fletcher. She is also survived by her brothers-in-law Ron (Cheryl) Merkl, Ken (Jennifer) Merkl, Joe Fiddler and Bing Meldrum; sister-in-law Stephanie Taillefer as well as fifteen nieces and nephews.

  She was predeceased by her parents Alfred and Neva Taillefer; siblings Bob Taillefer, Jerry Taillefer, Arlene Henke, Darlene Fiddler and Charlene Meldrum; mother and father-in-law Frank and Tillie Merkl; sister-in-law Louise Taillefer; brother-in-law Billy Henke and niece Tracy Armstrong.

  Monell was born in Porcupine Plain, Saskatchewan on January 16, 1956 to Alfred and Neva (nee Leslie) Taillefer. Having lost her father before birth, she was raised by her mother Neva along with her five siblings in Clemenceau, Saskatchewan. She moved to Milk River with her mom in her elementary years, before settling in Taber, where she met Bill. Family was very important to Monell. She was very involved in her children’s and grandchildren’s lives, as well as many of her nieces, nephews and friends. Monell “Grammy” was like a mom to many. She loved people and was always ready to help anyone in need. Monell worked for the Town of Taber for twenty seven years, where she really enjoyed being part of the CUPE local 2038 union. She served as shop steward for a number of years before retiring in 2018. Monell’s witty charm and smart mouth helped form many strong, lifelong friendships. She will be dearly missed.

  If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Monell’s name may be made directly to the St. Vincent de Paul Society, 5009 – 48 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1T4.

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

(403) 223-8778.

NEHER

It is with tremendous sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved father, brother and grandfather, Gary Neher, on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 surrounded by his loving family.

For everyone that knew him it would be safe to say that dad was no ordinary man. He was wise, dedicated , loyal, trustworthy and a no-nonsense kind of guy. Growing up on the farm in Diamond City, his story began and lead to a lifetime of family, hard work, and adventure with the love of his life, Faye by his side.

Dad lived his life to the fullest and embraced new opportunities without hesitation. He started his entrepreneurial path by farming with his dad before the age of 20. He then purchased his own land to farm while working several other jobs. He started Diamond City Feeders with mom by his side. Together they established the Duke of Wellington Pub and Eatery, Westside Liquor store (the first private store in west Lethbridge), Belly River Bison, and Cruise Holidays just to name a few.

Gary enjoyed being busy, a good challenge, a short nap, sunrises and sunsets(especially at the camp kitchen), Timmies coffee, road trips ,golfing and holidaying with his dear friends and of course the grandkids activities. He was so proud of their many talents and accomplishments!

Gary is lovingly remembered by his children , Tobi (Greg), Darcy (Lisa) and Marci (Terry), grandchildren Braeden (Emma), Courtney, Andrea (Dylan), Emily (Brad), Brookelynn, Abigail (Arthur) and Michael as well as 6 great grandchildren, his brother Ron (Ann), 2 sisters Marlene and Deb, several nieces and nephews, and his mother-in-law Mae Lewis.

Gary was predeceased by his wife Faye, parents George and Julia Neher, son in law Greg Horon, and father-in-law Les Lewis.

As one of our last ways of honoring dad, there will be no funeral, just a private family celebration of life.

We will miss you dad!

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

Bjarne Pederson

1922 – 2022

Mr. Bjarne Pederson of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Ethel May Pederson, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Monday, September 5, 2022 at the age of 100 years.

Bjarne was born in Varhaug, Norway on July 6, 1922 to make up a family of eleven brothers and sisters of which he is the last one to pass.

He is survived by his wife Ethel; stepchildren Darlene (Bill) Heinen, Brian Sakatch; grandchildren Bart Heinen, Shannon (Jason Ciciarelli) Papp, John Sakatch, Jessica (Jason) Durand; great-grandchildren Haden Papp, Deklan Ciciarelli, Rowan Ciciarelli, Melissa Durand, Zachary Durand, Riley Durand; Canadian nieces and nephews and their respective families also with family residing in Norway and the United States.

Bjarne was predeceased by his parents, ten brothers and sisters; stepson Melvin and great- grandson Danny.

Family and Friends are invited to pay their respects at 10:00am on Monday, September 12, 2022 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610, 4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00am on Monday, September 12, 2022 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta with burial to follow in the Enchant Cemetery.

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PEROZAK

NORMA PEROZAK, of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Steve Perozak, passed away peacefully at home, on Friday, September 9, 2022 at the age of 87 years.

Arrangements will be announced once completed.

To send a condolence, please visit

http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

REID

PATRICIA REID, beloved wife of Daniel Reid, passed away in Calgary on September 7, 2022 at the age of 63 years.

A Funeral Service will be held Saturday September 17, 2022 at 11:00am, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, LETHBRIDGE STAKE CENTRE, 2410 28 Street South, Lethbridge.

Friends are welcome to meet with the Family on Saturday September 17, 2022 from 9:45 to 10:45am at the church prior to the Service.

Due to allergies, please do not send flowers or wear perfumes to the funeral.

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BETTY SMITH

Sept. 13, 1939 – Aug. 31, 2022

ELIZABETH ‘BETTY’ SMITH was nearing her 83rd birthday when on August 31st, she quietly passed away, into the arms of her Lord, Jesus Christ. Betty was still living in her new condo home in Lethbridge at the time of her passing. She is survived by her sons Michael (Brenda) and Richard (Diane), five grandchildren, four great- grandchildren and her five loving and devoted sisters, Carolyn, Marjorie, Kathy, Judy and Janice. She was predeceased by her life long love, Bill, in 2018 and son Geoffrey in 2022.

Betty was born in Pincher Creek on September 13, 1939, the first born daughter of Leslie and Dorothy Day (Wood). She grew up on the family farm north of Cowley, at the junction of the Crowsnest and Livingstone (Old Man) Rivers. After completing her schooling at Lundbreck, Betty joined the first class of the Lethbridge Junior College followed by one further year of teacher training at University in Calgary. Betty was quick to follow in the footsteps of other family members and respected people of the community when she came back ‘home’ to teach school, starting with temporary positions at Johnson’s Sawmill Camp school and Valley Fair School before taking a full time position at Matthew Halton High School in Pincher Creek. She later became the school librarian as well, which is where she spent the remainder of her career until retiring in 1994.

During her working career, she also supported Bill in ranching, accounting and all of his other endeavours as well as raising three busy boys. Betty and Bill were active in the First Baptist Church of Pincher Creek, Mill Creek Camp, Friends of the Library and many other community groups. After retirement she particularly enjoyed participating in the book and bridge clubs.

Betty was well known for her belief that no one should ever go hungry and always had a place at the table for friends, family and strangers. It wasn’t a good dinner unless the table was surrounded by happy people.

After Bill passed away in 2018, Betty sold the family farm and moved to Lethbridge where she joined family members there for a brief time before her move to her eternal resting place. Betty’s favourite verse was “I lift up my eyes to the mountains. Where does my strength come from? My strength comes from You, Lord, maker of heaven and earth”.

A Funeral Service will be held at the CREEKSIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH, 637 Charlotte St., Pincher Creek on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at 2:00 p.m.

In memory of Betty, donations may be made to Mill Creek Camp (Box 132, Pincher Creek, AB T0K 1W0), Windy Slopes Health Foundation (Box 2554, Pincher Creek, AB T0K 1W0) or a charity of one’s choice.

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

William “Bob” Whitehead

1952 – 2022

Mr. William “Bob” Whitehead of Coalhurst, passed away suddenly in Coalhurst, on Wednesday, September 7, 2022, at the age of 70 years.

Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.

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