Tuesday, March 28, 2023

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on March 28, 2023.

RABBIT, Andrew “Buster”

RABBIT The family sadly announce the passing of their son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend, Andrew “Buster” Rabbit Jr. on March 21, 2023 at the age of 28 years old.
A Wake Service will be held at the Senator Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve on Thursday, March 30, 2023 from 7:00 – 11:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Blood Reserve on Friday March 31, 2023 at 11:00 am. Interment will take place in Rabbit Family Cemetery.
To send a condolence please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca

ARMSTRONG, Erin

Erin Armstrong March 24, 1990 – March 14, 2023 It is with sadness we announce the passing of our daughter Erin Jayne Armstrong. She liked to be called “MJ” in her later life. Erin was born on March 24, 1990, and passed away on March 14, 2023.
Erin began life facing many challenges. These did not ever leave her.
However, for those touched by Erin, we were gifted with her infectious laugh, her sense of humor, her ability to readily forget, and her continual willingness to forgive.
Many, many people have supported Erin throughout her life. In fact, too many to name at risk of forgetting someone. From family to very close friends, teachers, teaching assistants, support staff and respite families. We thank each and every one of you for your investment in our daughter and for the support you provided to us as well.
We will be having a family gathering to celebrate Erin’s life as soon as the snow clears.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Lethbridge Food Bank, 1016 2nd Ave S, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 0C9.
Murray and Linda Condolences may be sent through http://www.edensfuneralhome.com

EREMIE, Mihail

EREMIE Mr. Mihail Constantin Eremie, beloved husband of the late Florica Eremie, passed away on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 in the Chinook Regional Hospital at the age of 80 years.
At Mihail’s request, no service will be held. Cremation.
To send condolences please visit http://www.generationsfh.ca

MORRIS, Maria

VREDEGOOR-MORRIS MARIA THEODORA VREDEGOOR-MORRIS, aka Marie, of Raymond, passed away at the Good Samaritans Prairie Ridge in Raymond, on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at the age of 82 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. with Patrick Siedlecki officiating. The Funeral Service will be live-streamed and may be viewed through Marie’s obituary on the Cornerstone website.
Following the Funeral Service, Marie will be laid to rest with her parents in Mountain View Cemetery.

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

HAMMERSTEDT, Ken

HAMMERSTEDT It is with deep sorrow that the family of KEN HAMMERSTEDT announce his peaceful passing, with Judy by his side at the St. Michael’s Palliative Care unit after a hard-fought, three-year battle with cancer on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at the age of 70 years.
Ken’s Celebration of Life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB on Friday, March 31, 2023 at 2:00 PM. As Ken’s favorite attire was Levi blue jeans, the family encourages you to wear your favorite blue jeans in Ken’s honor.

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

MARPLES, Kayden

MARPLES September 12, 2021 – March 22, 2023 It is with the deepest regret and sadness, that we must announce the passing of our sweet boy, KAYDEN LAURIE MARPLES, with his loving family by his side, at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at the young age of 18 months.
Kayden was a fun, loving and bubbly boy. He loved to say “hi” to everyone, waved at everyone he saw, loved blowing kisses and giving hugs and kisses. Kayden had the most infectious smile and laugh; he could turn anyone’s mood around just by being with them.
Kayden loved snuggling with his family, going to daycare to play with his friends, and if we let him, he would eat Cheerios and yogurt for every meal. Kayden loved being at home playing with his sister, dad, mom and all other family. He loved reading books and his favourite book was “Never Touch the Grumpy Pumpkin”, he loved to be sang to, loved dancing and his favourite show was “The Wiggles”.
Kayden was survived by his mom Kayle, his dad Trenton, and his big sister Skyler. He was also survived by his grandad Matt (Julie); his maternal great-grandparents in Alberta, Dave and Donna; his great-grandmother in Ontario, Gale; his paternal grandmother and grandfather, Cindy and Mike; aunt Danielle (Robert), aunt Cheryl, aunt Wendy (Paul), aunt Samantha and aunt Riley; uncle Matthew (Taylor) and uncle Kelly, uncle Barry, uncle Daniel, uncle Logan and uncle Alex; As well as numerous cousins: Melissa, Jessica, Aidan, Payton, Tegan, Jade, Faith, William, Thomas and Emberlee and numerous other extended family members.
Kayden was predeceased by his Big Nana Laurie, as well as his great-grandfather Ken.
Kayden will forever be missed by everyone he ever met. He was loved beyond measure, and he will never be forgotten.
A public Viewing for Kayden will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Sunday, April 2, 2023 from 11:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M., with a Funeral Service to follow at 12:00 P.M. with Pastor Ralph Molyneux officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (sudc.org).

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

LEAHY, Don

Don Leahy
1926 – 2023
Donald Francis Leahy, born on September 29, 1926 in Drumheller, passed away on March 23, 2023 in Taber at the age of 96 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, March 31, 2023 at 6:00 P.M.
Those who are unable to attend and wish to view the service online may do so by visiting Don’s obituary page on our website and clicking on the livestream link that will be available at 5:45 P.M. on Friday, March 31, 2023. The livestream will begin at 6:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Saturday, April 1, 2023 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.
Those who are unable to attend and wish to view the service online may do so by visiting Don’s obituary page on our website and clicking on the livestream link that will be available at 10:45 A.M. on Saturday, April 1, 2023. The livestream will begin at 11:00 A.M.
He was predeceased by his daughter Patcee Leahy Jensen; sons-in-law Michael Armstrong and Rob Laurie and three siblings.
Don is survived by his wife Marie; daughters Shelagh Armstrong and her children Lynley, Natalie, Katherine and Caroline; Patcee’s children Andrea and Jennifer; Colleen Kinniburgh and her children Zelda Gayle, Adam, Daniel, Christy, Susan and Jesse; Catherine Leahy and her children Tanya and Lisa; Bonnie (Rick) Gunderson and their children Kieran and Maren; Connie (Blaine) Gross and their child Mackenzie; Erin Leahy; son Kevin (Val) Leahy and their child Tegan.
Don was born to Theresa Marie (nee Jankowski) and Dennis William Leahy. He was the youngest of four children, brother George Leahy and sisters Margaret Chisholm and Helen Eagan. Don married Marie Katterhagen on May 6, 1950, and together they had eight children, eighteen grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Don’s name may be made directly to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, c/o Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331 – 29 Street NW, Calgary, Alberta T2N 4N2 (www.albertacancer.ca), the Taber Food Bank, 5512 – 48 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1S4 or to the Lions Foundation of Canada Guide Dogs, 152 Wilson Street, Oakville, Ontario L6K 0G6 (www.dogguides.com).
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

CLAASEN, Denise

DENISE CLAASSEN 1963 – 2023 Mrs. Denise Lynn Claassen of Coaldale, beloved wife of Mr. Carl Claassen, passed away at the Coaldale Health Centre on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at the age of 59 years.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects from 10:00 am to 11:00 am, on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610, 4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am, on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610, 4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

PROCEE, Tina

PROCEE TINA N. PROCEE, beloved wife of the late John Procee, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Sunday, March 26, 2023 at the age of 90 years.
Arrangements will be announced once completed.

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

LITTLE SHIELDS (CRANE), Justin

LITTLE SHIELDS (CRANE)

*Note Location Change*
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of JUSTIN DAVID LITTLE SHIELDS (CRANE) of the Blood Reserve on March 18, 2023.  The Wake Service will be at the Laverne Community Hall, Blood Reserve, on Wednesday, March 29 from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m.  The Funeral Service will be held at the Moses Lake Community Hall on Thursday, March 30 at 11:00 a.m.  Interment to follow at St. Paul’s cemetery.
To send a condolence please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca

RAJCIC, Ivan

IVAN RAJCIC 1942 – 2023 Mr. Ivan Rajcic of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Manda Rajcic, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Friday, March 24, 2023, at the age of 80 years.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects from 9:00 am to 10:00 am, on Thursday, March 30, 2023, at ST. MARTHA’S ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH, 355 Columbia Blvd W, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 am, on Thursday, March 30, 2023, at ST. MARTHA’S ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH, 355 Columbia Blvd W, Lethbridge, Alberta, with Father William Monis, celebrant.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

LAST, Ethel

ETHEL LAST 1928 – 2023 Mrs. Ethel Last of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Kenneth Last, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Friday, March 24, 2023, at the age of 94 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 pm, on Monday, April 3, 2023, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610, 4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta.
Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

KOMAR, John

JOHN LAWRENCE KOMAR 1925 – 2023 Mr. John Lawrence Komar of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Clara Komar, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Monday, March 23, 2023, at the age of 98 years.
John was a wonderful husband and father, and family came first with John, always. John had a 21-year career as an Optician and another 20 years farming. After he retired, he enjoyed his computer, working in his workshop, and meeting friends often for coffee in Woodwards. In the spring he was always outdoors working in the garden and flower beds. We enjoyed many summer days camping in Waterton in our trailer and with our dog, Max.
John was predeceased by our daughter Cheri; his parents John and Mary; as well as numerous family members and friends.
Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Riverview Chapel.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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