Wednesday, January 25, 2023

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on January 25, 2023.

BURNS, Donald

Donald Gordon Burns Oct. 2, 1940 – Jan. 21, 2023 A very kind and gentle man who did it his way. Predeceased by his parents Art and Mable Burns, sisters Norma and Marlene, brothers Fred and John, grandson Allan, granddaughter Geneane.
Survived by his wife Roberta, daughter Paige/Des, sons Tim, Todd/Ting, stepdaughter Terry/Gilbert, stepsons Dave/Monique, Mike/Melissa, Vince/Dasha, 16 grandchildren, 3 great grandsons, sisters Ev/Curt, Elaine, Barb/Yukio as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

ANDERSON, Rex

ANDERSON REX HURD ANDERSON, beloved husband of Joanne Salmon Anderson, passed away in Cardston, Alberta on Thursday, January 19, 2023 at the age of 87 years.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Barnwell, Alberta on Friday, January 27th at 11:00 a.m.
Friends and relatives may meet the family from 10:00-10:45 a.m. prior to the service. Interment to follow at the Barnwell Cemetery.
To Watch the Service Later or send condolences please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca

GRANTHAM, Belle

GRANTHAM On January 20, 2023, BELLE DOREEN HURD GRANTHAM (née Biggar), passed away peacefully at Good Samaritans West Highlands, at the age of 93 years.
Belle is survived by her three children: Doug Hurd, Greg Grantham and Gloria (Robin) Roth, brothers Terry Biggar and Larry Biggar, grandchildren: Nathan (Jaclyn) Hurd, Max (Hannah Vance) Hurd, Amanda (Jeremy James) Roth, Courtney (Tyler Johnson) Roth and Jason Roth, and great-grandchildren: June Fox and Annabelle Johnson as well as many well-loved nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her daughter Lorraine Hurd, husband Ray Grantham, parents Maggie and Percy, sisters: Elvira, Rhoda, Verda, Venus and Sharon, and her brothers: Ralph, Arnold, Purcell and Merv.
Belle was born in Canwood, Saskatchewan, the eighth of 12 children. Bella, as she was known to her family, grew up in Canwood and Prince Albert. During WWII, Belle worked with her sisters and friends at the Box Factory in Prince Albert. During her life, she lived in Winnipeg, Picton, ON, Calgary, Edmonton, Kelowna and Lethbridge. In Edmonton, from the early 60s to the late 80s, Belle worked at 3M, Page the Cleaner, Gregory Systems and Emery Manufacturing. She had her own business, Belle System, for several years where many lifetime friendships were developed.
Special thanks to the staff at Good Samaritans West Highlands for taking such good care of Momma Belle.
A Celebration of Life will be held at PARALLEL CHURCH, 1 mile east of Lethbridge on Hwy 3, on Friday, February 3, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Ralph Molyneux officiating.

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ROSAINE, Terry

TERRY DALE ROSAINE 1945 – 2023 We are saddened to announce the passing of Terry, who at the age of 77, went peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital surrounded by his loved ones on the morning of Friday, January 20, 2023.
Terry is survived by his loving wife Karen (née Elliott), sons Michael (Lorena Garcia-Rosaine), Matthew, and Anthony, as well as his beloved grandsons Carter and Nicolas. Terry is also survived by his brothers Darrell (Paulette, deceased) and Lynn (Brenda), his brother-in-law Roger (Bobby) Elliott, and sister-in-law Wendy (Ken, deceased) Elliott, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Terry was born at the Galt Hospital on Dec. 24, 1945, to Charlie and Betty Rosaine. A lifelong resident of Lethbridge, Terry had a successful career in sales, becoming part owner of Sproule Bearing (later Bearing & Transmission) before retiring in 2000.
Terry and Karen were season ticket holders for the Lethbridge Broncos and then later the Lethbridge Hurricanes since 1975. Terry also loved watching MLB, NFL, NBA, and PGA.
Terry will be remembered for his humour, his kind heart, and his generosity.
A Private Family Service will be held.
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SELNES, Theresa

THERESA SELNES 1962 – 2023 Mrs. Theresa Selnes of Lethbridge passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at the age of 60 years.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm, on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at MARTIN BROTHERS WATERTON SUITE, 610-4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta.
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WILSON, Albert

ALBERT WILSON 1979 – 2023 With profound heartbreak the family of Albert Paul Wilson of Coleman, AB announce his sudden passing on Sunday, January 15, 2023, in Sparwood, BC.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, on Friday, January 27, 2023, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 pm, on Saturday January 28, 2023, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta. With Pastor Jep Banda, officiating. Interment to follow in the Royal View Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers we are asking for donations into a trust fund being set up for Albert’s grandsons Cloud and Abel.
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MANLEY, Marjorie

MARJORIE MANLEY (STANNARD) May 28, 1928 – Jan. 22, 2023 “I have fought a good fight. I have finished my course. I have kept the faith.” -II Timothy 4:7 Marjorie was mercifully called home (as per her prayer) to be with her saviour at 94 years old.
She will be remembered and dearly missed by three sons Larry (Debra), Bill (Mano), and Tom (Marge) Manley; grandchildren: Samantha Manley, Stephanie (Sheldon) Kropiniski, Heather (Dan) Adams, Lindsey (Arron) Koster and seven great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews, brother in law Walter Manley (Ella) and all her friends she had at The View.
She is predeceased by her husband Paul Henry Manley on January 5, 2014, her parents George and Mary-Anne Stannard, her brothers Bill Stannard, George Stannard, sisters Edna Taylor, May Shaw and Ruby Yemen and their spouses.
She was born, raised and married in Lethbridge. She attended the Lethbridge Pentecostal Tabernacle and later the Westside Community Church. She raised 3 boys, worked at Lee Duck Cleaners and Sears. She retired at 65 years old from Sears.
She loved to sing in the church choir and the Old Time Gospel Singers Group. Her and Paul walked every day and were noticed by the Lethbridge Herald and had their picture taken for the paper. She knitted slippers for everyone. She made home made chocolates for Christmas every year. She sewed all her boys clothing when they were young, she was very talented with the sewing machine.
A Memorial Service will be held at 12:00 pm, on Friday, January 27, 2023, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta, with Reverend Bert Faulkner Officiating. A private family Interment will be held prior in the Mountain View Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 119 14 St NW #100, Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6.
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FITZPATRICK, Tammy

Tammy Gay (Thompson) Fitzpatrick Tammy Gay Fitzpatrick, born March 23, 1970, passed away on January 19, 2023. Beloved wife of Jim Fitzpatrick of Pincher Creek, cherished mother of Easton (Genna Kunz) Fitzpatrick and Rhett Fitzpatrick. Also survived by her mother Linda Waselenak, and father Terry (Cora) Thompson, in-laws Keith and Carol Fitzpatrick, grandmother Nina Waselenak, godfather Bill Plomp, brother Chad and Sarah Thompson (Brayson), stepbrothers and stepsisters; Krystal Thompson (Journey, Kai, Milo), Jason (Kandi) Waselenak (Samantha), Derek (Michael) Waselenak, Tanya (Michel Jean) Waselenak (Leo and Cloe), Carina (Craig Anderson) Waselenak. Brother-in-law Kevin and Heather Fitzpatrick (Reed and Sadie).
Predeceased by stepfather George Waselenak, sister Kalie Thompson, Godmother Shirley Wismer, grandparents William and Willemke Plomp, Iver and Olive Thompson.
Growing up in Stirling and Picture Butte, graduating in 1988. Playing basketball and baseball is where she met the love of her life Jim. She worked for Frito Lay in Taber/Lethbridge. Tammy went back to college thereafter completion she worked at Vista Village, her joy was helping, planning, and driving her sons and friends to hockey, baseball, and whatever sports they were involved in, making lasting and amazing friends.
A memorial service will take place at the Pincher Creek Community Hall 287 Canyon Dr. Pincher Creek, AB T0K-1W0 on Friday, January 27, 2023, at 2:00 P.M.
In memory of Tammy, memorial donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada: 6007 1a St SW Calgary, AB T2H-0G5.
Condolences may be sent through http://www.edensfuneralhome.com

OUWERKERK, Antonie

Antonie Ouwerkerk March 22, 1940 – January 22, 2023 Antonie (Tony) Ouwerkerk passed on to his eternal destination on January 22, 2023, at the age of 82 years.
Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.
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KOLIASKA, Alex

ALEX KOLIASKA 1929 – 2023 Alex Koliaska passed away at St. Therese Villa on Sunday January 22, 2023 at the age of 93 years.
Alex is survived by his daughter Kathryn (Ryan McKay), son John “JK” (Jerilyn); grandchildren Taeya, Aliya, Duke and Boswell Koliaska, Elizabeth and Mark McKay; and extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Helen.
Alex was born in a small village named Sloboda in the western Ukrainian province of Bukovina. With his mother, he immigrated to Canada at the age of 9 to join his father who had come to Canada shortly after he was born to build a better life for the family. He worked diligently to learn English and the Canadian culture, and then to maintain and expand the family farm. In addition to the requisite hard work that came with a land purchase, he was keenly observant and a creative problem solver. He modified many farm implements to improve their function, notably building two “homemade” four-wheel drive tractors by linking two John Deere “D” tractors together into one unit.
Alex met Helen through mutual friends at a local coffee shop. After a short courtship, they married and welcomed Kathryn and John into their lives. In addition to running a family farm, Alex and Helen were devoted parents. Music lessons, soccer tournaments, dance performances and school functions were priority, in addition to enjoying family meals together whenever possible. In rare downtimes, Alex also liked reading, following the Toronto Maple Leafs, and doing WhizWord puzzles.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at 2:30 PM, on Thursday, January 26, 2023, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Funeral Service will be held at 3:00 PM, on Thursday, January 26, 2023, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta.
Flowers are gratefully declined. If desired, donations in honour of Alex can be made to the Jack Ady Cancer Centre, 960 19 St S, Lethbridge, AB T1J 1W5, or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, https://www.heartandstroke.ca/
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GRIER, Chief Stanley C.

Chief Stanley C. Grier Kiaayo Tamisoowa April 26, 1959 – January 20, 2023 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Chief Stanley C. Grier ‘Kiaayo Tamisoowa’, of Piikani Nation, while surrounded by family in Calgary, Alberta on January 20, 2023.
A Wake Service will be held between 3:00 P.M. until 10:00 P.M. on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at Eden’s Funeral Home, 2424 – 5th Avenue, Fort Macleod, AB.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Thursday, January 26, 2023, at Fort Macleod Community Hall, 301 – 25th Fort Macleod, AB, followed by an interment in Union Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent through http://www.edensfuneralhome.com

LUIMES, Margaret

MARGARET LUIMES 1948 – 2023 It is with sadness that we announce the passing Margaret Gaitske Luimes of Lethbridge, and it is with joy that heaven welcomes her. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister passed away peacefully at home after a battle with cancer on January 22, 2023 at the age of 74 years. She will be missed but we know her voice has joined the chorus of angels above.
Born in Holland, she immigrated to Canada with her parents and four siblings and lived in the Abbotsford area. Growing up, her family frequently moved around the lower mainland until she was married to Gerrit (Bill) Luimes in 1968. They started to farm on Vancouver Island and this is where they had their first two children. After six years on the island, they sold their dairy farm and moved to Ontario where they dairy farmed and added four more children to their family. In 1987, they moved back west and dairy farmed south of Nobleford until her Bill’s death in 2003.
Margaret stayed in the Lethbridge area and moved into a house built by one of her sons. Along the way she was the proud mother for five weddings of her children and saw 10 grandchildren added to her family. She remarried in 2008 to Fred Bosma and each member of his family found space in her heart too. She worked hard, raised six children, volunteered for years, sang in a choir every chance she had, created art with her quilting, collected rocks and seashells from her many travels around the globe, and lived life to the fullest touching the lives around her everywhere she went.
Friends and family are invited to pay their respects from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, on Monday, January 30, 2023, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4th Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 pm, on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at the NOBLEFORD CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH, 522 Highway Ave, Nobleford, Alberta, with Pastor Jim Zondervan officiating. A private family Interment will be held in the Nobleford Monarch Cemetery.
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