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Tuesday, July 4, 2023
By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on July 4, 2023.
NORTH PEIGAN, Gerald Gerald Dale North Peigan 1968 – 2023 It is with sadness that the family announce the passing of our dear brother, uncle, cousin, father, and good friend to many, on June 27th, 2023, in Calgary, Alberta at the age of 54.There will be a Prayer Service and Visitation at Snodgrass Funeral Home, 1101 Main Street, Pincher Creek, on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, from 4:00pm-11:00pm. The funeral service will be held at 11:00am on Wednesday, July 5 at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Brocket, with Fr. Roy Jayamaha as Celebrant. Interment will take place at Piikani Nation Cemetery in Brocket.
To email condolences, please visit http://www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com
TENNANT, Howard DR. HOWARD TENNANT 1941 – 2023 Dr. Howard Edward Tenant died unexpectedly of natural causes on April 6th, 2023. He was 81 years old. His family is deeply saddened and shocked by his death.
Howard was born in Lethbridge, Alberta on May 13th, 1941. He met his wife at Gonzaga University in 1960 where he completed his undergraduate work. Howard received his PHD in Business from the University of Oregon. Howard & Sharon then moved to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan where he held various positions at the University of Saskatchewan. In 1987 he accepted the position of President at the University of Lethbridge where he served for 13 years.
Howard will also be remembered for the contributions he made to the broader post-secondary sector. He served as Chair for the Association of Universities & Colleges of Canada and on the boards of Alberta Science and Research Authority, National Educational Advisory Board, the Alberta Science Literacy Association & the National Research Council of Canada. He also served as the Chair of the Alberta Environment Monitoring Board. Howard’s commitment to community is well understood as his dedication changed many lives for the better. He was a member of the Order of Canada, was inducted into the Kainai Chieftainship in 1991 & awarded Honorary Degrees from Gonzaga University and the University of Lethbridge.
Howard is survived and missed by his loving wife Sharon of 59 years; his children Carmen Parker (Dan), Pat Burlinguette (Brian) & Daniel Tenant (Tanya); forever cherished and remembered by his three grandsons, Jace, Braden & Ty. Howard also leaves behind his three sisters, Bettie Foss, Carol Batycky & Barb Goodman.
Howard was predeceased by his parents Rex & Jean Tenant and his granddaughter Alexis.
We will greatly miss Howard, Dad & Grandpa.
Howard’s Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 pm, on Thursday, July 13, 2023, at ST. MARTHA’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 355 Columbia Blvd West, Lethbridge, Alberta, followed by a Celebration of Life for family & friends at the University of Lethbridge, Students Union Building on the third floor.
Flowers are gratefully declined. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the University of Lethbridge, https://www.ulethbridge.ca/giving
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PONOMAR, Richard “Rick” RICHARD “RICK” PONOMAR 1955 – 2023 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of a good man. After a valiant struggle with cancer, Rick Ponomar passed away peacefully at Adaptacare surrounded by family on June 28th at the age of 67.
Rick is survived by his loving wife, Wendy; sons, Danny and Erik (Kelsey); daughter, Victoria (Colin) Haugan; grandchildren, Brooks and Sasha Haugan; mother, Stephanie (Gus); sister Tina (Ray) Bonetti; nephews, Spencer and Jackson Bonetti; three wonderful in-law’s whom he thought of as sisters (Barb Ashmead, Lois Franklin, and JoAnne Paquette), as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father Mykola “Nick” Ponomar, and infant sister Terry.
Rick was born and raised in Magrath, where he formed many long-lasting friendships. Growing up, Rick loved and excelled in sports – specifically basketball and golf. After high school Rick attended the University of Alberta, where he received a bachelor’s degree in economics. Following graduation, Rick moved to Lethbridge where he started building a life and a family.
As the family grew, so did Rick’s childhood desire to learn more about astronomy. He was fundamental in making the Lethbridge Astronomy Society what it is today, and he was honored by having the Popson Park Astronomical Laboratory named after him.
Rick spent most of his working life at M.P. Crushing Ltd., where he had the opportunity to work with his dad and partners. Rick continued the family business with his friends and family until his passing.
Family and friends were at the top of the list throughout Rick’s life. His love, devotion, and compassion truly shined within those close to him. His light is one that will not be forgotten. We are beyond grateful for the time we had with him, and he will always be remembered as the gentle, kind, caring, humorous, and brilliant man he was.
A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 am, on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610, 4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta, with Dr. Bruce Martin, officiating. To watch the service via livestream, please go to https://www.mbfunerals.com/obituary/RichardRick-Ponomar and scroll to the bottom of Rick’s obituary page.
In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make memorial donations to the Lethbridge Red Cross, 3131 1st Ave S T1J 4H2, the Jack Ady Cancer Center, 960 19 St S, Lethbridge AB T1J 1W5, or to the Lethbridge Astronomy Society, https://www.canadahelps.org/en/ or email lethbridgeastronomy@gmail.com
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SKINNER, Jenny SKINNER JENNY SKINNER, Beloved wife of the late George Skinner, of Lethbridge, Passed away with family by her side on Sunday July 2, 2023 at the age of 90 years.
Arrangements will be announced once completed.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
COXSON, Stanley COXSON Stanley “Stan” Floyd Coxson, beloved husband of Jeanne Coxson, of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Friday June 30, 2023 at the age of 90 years.
Arrangements will be announced once completed.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
SHAW, Dorothy SHAW DOROTHY G. SHAW, of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Stanley Shaw, passed away peacefully at St. Michael’s Health Centre, on Thursday June 29, 2023 at the age of 100 years.
She will be dearly missed by her family; John (Mary), Daniel (Paula), Wendy Vogel, David, Mark (Sharron),Robin (Margaret) as well as 13 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her parents, brother and 5 sisters.
A prayer service will be held at ST. BASIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 604 – 13th Street North, Lethbridg, AB on Wednesday July 5th, 2023 at 7:00 P.M.
A Funeral Mass will be held at ST. BASIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH on Thursday July 6th, 2023 at 10:00AM with Father Kevin Tumback celebrating.
Flowers gratefully declined. Donations may be made to the All Saints Catholic Church Building Fund.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
MERRICK, Joanne MERRICK JOANNE MERRICK, Of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully with family by her side on Tuesday June 27, 2023 at the Chinook Regional Hospital at the age of 57 years.
Arrangements will be announced once completed.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
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