Friday, August 18, 2023

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on August 18, 2023.

KOYATA, Ted KOYATA It is with great sadness that the family of Ted Koyata announce the passing of our Father on July 16, 2023 in Taber, Alberta. Dad reached the incredible age of 102 years on June 6th, 2023.
Our Dad, Takeshi (Ted) Koyata was born in Raymond Alberta, June 6, 1921 and was the eldest son of Takejiro and Isa Koyata, who were early Japanese Canadian pioneers in Southern Alberta.
Dad is survived by 5 children Leslie (Marilyn); Alan (Carla); Gloria (Richard) Papworth; Wayne; Hugh (Ruth). His lasting legacy includes: 15 Grandchildren and 16 great Grandchildren.
He is also survived by one brother Isamu (Sam) of Toronto, 3 Sisters in law (Jane, Setchan, and Katie) and numerous nieces and nephews and their families.
Dad was predeceased by his beloved wife of 67 years, Sueko, in September of 2014.
He was also predeceased by his parents, 7 siblings, and 19 in-laws.
Teds childhood was spent growing up on the farm south of Raymond on the “ridge “or Yama as it was known.
He loved the land and all that it represented.
Dad and Mom were married Jan 20 1947 and together they ran the family farm until 1963. A career change led him to the next step in life which was to become a mechanic and owner of his own shop, Teds Esso Service in Picture Butte. Retirement brought many travels for them, and they enjoyed trips to Hawaii,Paris, US, Japan and all across Canada.
For all who knew Ted, he was a man of great integrity who worked hard at everything he pursued. Whether he was farming, working in his own shop, volunteering on the Pic Butte fire dept, or helping out his many friends and family, no job was too big or too small.
Dad was a long serving member of the Buddhist church community in Raymond and Lethbridge serving in many roles. He was a member of the Raymond and Picture Butte Lions clubs for many years.
He was an avid golfer, bowler and curler well into his later years, and made many lasting friendships through sports and other events. His Love of gardening and ability to produce a bounty of vegetables has been passed down to many of his kids and grandkids.
We will remember our Dad as a caring father who was devoted to his family, a great brother, brother in law, uncle, great uncle, and an amazing Grandpa and great Grandpa.
Dad had a great sense of humour and was always smiling. His laugh will stay with all of us forever.
A service will be held on August 21, 2023 at the Buddhist Temple of Southern Alberta in Lethbridge. Meet the Family at 10:00AM, service at 11:00AM.
Flowers and Koden are gratefully declined. Anyone wishing to honour Dads life can do so by donating to the Buddhist Temple of Southern Alberta or a charity of one’s choice.
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VANROBAEYS, Wade VANROBAEYS WADE WILLIAM VANROBAEYS, of Lethbridge, passed away suddenly in Calgary, on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at the age of 51 years.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the ROTARY PICNIC SHELTER, Giffen Road North, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, August 25, 2023 at 4:00 P.M. Those who wish to remember Wade are invited to join the family. A short program to be held at 5:30 P.M. with a light dinner to follow. All are welcome to stay for as little or as long as they would like.

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BELSHER, Kenneth BELSHER Kenneth William Belsher formerly of Lethbridge, Alberta passed away in Calgary on August 7th, 2023 at the age of 92. He is survived by his wife Betty, sons Bob (Marilyn), Brent (Slavica), Dale (Corry), and Lane (Lisa), 13 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Ken is also survived by 3 sisters, 2 brothers, and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
A Celebration of Life will be held in Calgary at Eden Brook Funeral Home, 24223 Township Road 242, Calgary, Alberta at 2:00 PM on August 24th, 2023.

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BOAK, Pat PAT BOAK nee (Nestoruk) 1927 – 2023 Pat Boak of Summerland, BC passed away at the age of 96 years on March 18, 2023.
Predeceased by her parents Bill & Katie Nestoruk of Coalhurst, sister Roe & George of Oregon, her husband Jim Boak of Prince George, BC, her daughter Billie Jean Takacs of Summerland, BC on January 10, 2023.
Left to mourn are Mike Boak & Kathy Caron of Vancouver Island; Tracy Willemsen of Kelowna & her son Ryan & Sve of Mission, BC; also Bill Takacs, his daughters Shawna & Gord Pisko, son Carter of Red Deer; Jaimie & her daughters Sidney & Haley of Red Deer; Haley’s daughter Isabelle, Five Generations!
Pat worked for Canada Post in Kitimat, BC & Prince George, BC for years and retired to Summerland over 30 years ago. Pat also was in the Army as a women’s army corp before moving to Kitimat in the 1960’s.
She will be remembered for her kindness & also sending cheques for all birthdays, christmas and special days of the year for all the kids.
There will be no service.

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GOOD DAGGER, Joseph “Ty” GOOD DAGGER /EAGLE PLUME It is with heavy hearts, we the family announce the sudden passing of our dearest brother, uncle and nephew, Joseph Tyler “Ty” Good Dagger/Eagle Plume, at the tender age of 24 years in Lethbridge, Alberta on August 13, 2023.
A candlelight vigil will be held at 5:00 pm on Saturday, August 19 at the corner of 7 Street and 4 Avenue S. Lethbridge (CIBC). A Wake Service will be held on Thursday August 24 from 5:00-7:00 pm at the Streets Alive Mission, 323 4 Street S, Lethbridge, continuing from 8:00 – 11:00 pm at Senator Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve. The Funeral Service will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Friday, August 25 at 11:00 am. Interment will take place in St. Catherine’s Cemetery.
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ROBINSON, Michael MICHAEL ROBINSON 1948 – 2023 Michael Robinson beloved brother and uncle, passed away on August 13, 2023 at the age of 75 after a lengthy illness.
Michael is survived by his sister Suzanne Hatt (Rick) of Lethbridge; nephews Kristopher Schmidtke (Jamie) of Coaldale and Konrad Schmidtke (Leanne) of Edmonton; and brother Dr. Cliff Robinson (Deborah); and niece Tarryn of Nanaimo, BC.
Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Riverview Chapel.
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BOSCHMAN, Kathleen KATHLEEN BOSCHMAN 1953 – 2023 Kathleen Joyce Boschman of Lethbridge, beloved wife of 51 years to Bob Boschman, passed away suddenly on August 10, 2023, at the age of 70 years.
Besides her loving husband Bob, Kathleen is survived by her son, Robin (Elena); daughter Charissa (Wayne); six grandchildren, Brandon, Taylor, Faith, Markus, Linden and Ariah; and one great grandson, Zyaer. She is also survived by her mother, Adina Goertzen (age 92); sisters Judi (Gerald), identical twin sister Joan (Ernie), Gloria (Ellery), and Cheryl; brothers Barry (Brenda), Gerry (Dayle); as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and their families.
She was predeceased by her father, Jacob Goertzen and her brother-in-law, Rod Staff.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 3:00 pm, on Friday, August 25, 2023, at the EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF LETHBRIDGE, 4717 24 AVE SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that those who wish to, may make donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, 55 St Clair Ave E, Toronto, ON M4T 1L8.
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BLYTHE, Marianne MARIANNE BLYTHE 1950 – 2023 After living the life she wanted, Marianne said her heartfelt goodbyes and joined her beloved husband, Dick, and God.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 12:00 pm, on Friday, August 18, 2023, at ST. MARTHA’S CATHOLIC PARISH, 355, COLUMBIA BLVD W, Lethbridge, Alberta with Father William Monis, celebrant.
A private family Interment will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, please ignore your house cleaning chores, bill payments and exercise, grab a friend or two and go out for a fabulous meal and raise a glass of wine and a prayer for Marianne. If you are not in the mood, please consider a donation to a school meal program or your local soup kitchen.
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WILLIS, Allen ALLEN THOMAS WILLIS 1946 – 2023 It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Allen Thomas Willis on August 14th after a valiant battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family.
Allen is greatly missed by his beloved wife, Candy. They were married in 1970 and settled in Lethbridge. Both of them worked hard to provide a wonderful life of adventure and fun for their children.
Also left to cherish his memory are his sons Callen, Chad (Lindsay); grandsons Declan and Emmett, granddaughter Zoey; brother Bill; nephew Chris, niece Kelsea, nephew Brennan; brother-in-law Reid, niece Laurie (Jamie); grandniece Kennedy, grandnephew Rylan and numerous extended family and friends.
Allen was predeceased by his daughter Charlene; father Allen, mother Edna; brothers Tim and Barry; grandson Samuel; mother-in-law Baba; and sister-in-law Mary.
Allen will be fondly remembered for his willingness to unconditionally help out anyone who needed him. He would drop everything at a moment’s notice (as long as he could grab a coffee first) to assist in a project or deliver tools he often lent out. He loved woodworking and excelled at it, often gifting “Willis Woodworks” to those he loved.
A Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, on Monday, August 21, 2023, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610, 4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
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TARNAVA, Valentine “Ducky” VALENTINE “DUCKY” TARNAVA 1933 – 2023 After months of dreaming about fishing with his long-past soulmate (Laurette), Ducky stepped into those dreams. He is now reunited with the love of his life on that never-ending fishing trip.
Ducky was born in Lethbridge and grew up on the Northside (old #3). He attended St. Basil’s school. He was able to reside in his home on the Northside until his passing, which was important to him. A “Northsider” his entire life.
As for many of that generation, work came at an early age. As a young man, Ducky worked various jobs including his father’s taxi business and the CPR. In 1954, Ducky started his very rewarding, lifelong career at Canadian Western Natural Gas (ATCO). In 1990, after 36 years with C.W.N.G (ATCO), Ducky retired to spend more time with Laur ette, his yard and of course, fishing!
As a young man, Ducky was a hunter, curler, skier and fisherman. The fishing part became a lifelong passion. He became a master at tying flys. He taught fly tying at the college for many years. In his later years, he could be found at the Nordbridge Seniors Centre, teaching fly tying to whoever wanted to learn. Fly tying was his pastime during the COVID lockdown.
Christmas was a special time at the Tarnava house. His yard decorations received many compliments and awards from the bus tour and the steady stream of cars in the neighbourhood throughout the Christmas season.
Every Christmas Eve (for 35 years) Ducky would don the suit, beard and bells of the big jolly guy and visit the homes of many friends and families, often until the early hours of Christmas morning. His reward was the surprise, excitement and smiles on the kids faces and their belief in Santa Claus.
One of his other passions was his yard. He was an excellent tree grafter, greenhouser and gardener. Laurette and Ducky always grew more than they needed so they could provide fruit, flowers and vegetables to friends and family.
Through his life, Ducky was a member of many organizations: The Lethbridge Fish and Game, The Miners Library, The Army and Navy, The Legion and the Nordbridge Seniors Centre.
Ducky is survived by his son Paul (Edie); daughter-in-law Connie; granddaughters Carmen (Nick) Geigle, Laura (Eddy) Goalen; grandson Jesse; great-grandkids Alexandra Geigle, Griffin Geigle, Aurora Goalen and Luna Goalen.
Ducky was predeceased by the love of his life, his wife Laurette; son Greg (Tracks); his mother and father Anne and Alex; brother Jocko; sister and brother-in-law Laurie and John Stahr.
So many people helped Ducky out these last few years, a heartfelt thank you to all of you. A special thanks to Doug and Muriel, Debbie, Brenda and Randy. Extended thanks to Dr. Burton and Amber. Lethbridge Homecare and the Thriftway Pharmacy Staff. A VERY big hug and thank you to the nurses and support staff on 5A at the Chinook Regional Hospital.
Ducky was a good man who touched many lives in many different circles, the largest being the fishing community. His legacy lives on in many fishing stories and tackleboxes. If you are out fishing, put on one of his flies. He would “guarantee” you would catch something!
The “Ducky and Laurette gone fishing” sign has gone up and sadly for us it will not be coming down.
A Prayer Service will be held at 7:00 pm, on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610, 4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am, on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at ST. BASIL’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 604, 13 STREET NORTH, Lethbridge, Alberta, with Father Kevin Tumback, celebrant. Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
Flowers are gratefully declined. If you so wish, please make a donation to a charity of your choice.
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ARIAL, Mary ARIAL Mary Alice Arial passed away peacefully at home in Lethbridge, Alberta on August 15, 2023, at the age of 89 years. Mary Alice was born to her parents, Jean Baptiste Arial and Anna Karolina Brissard, on May 28, 1934, in Edmonton, Alberta.
She raised her six children in St. Albert, Alberta. She had a love of genealogy, reading, writing, nature, the mountains, and was always up for an adventure. This love of learning and the outdoors was instilled in her children. All have fond memories of summers spent exploring in the mountains. Mary Alice adored her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was known as Gee Gee by her great grandchildren. Mary Alice was predeceased by her parents, brothers, Bernard and Richard Arial, son, David Culp, and grandson Ryan Fairbanks. She is survived by her children: Patti (Butch) Shenfield, Cheryl Schmitt, Jim Culp, Janelle (Dave) Grice, Margo (Bruce) Lamb, grandchildren: Jennifer, Stephen, James, Robyn, Danielle, Warren, Graham, Evan, Joel, Erik, Scott, Jordan, Bethany, and 27 great grandchildren.
A private family service will be held.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.salmonandsons.ca

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TAMMINGA, Peter “Pedro” TAMMINGA PETER “PEDRO” JOHN TAMMINGA of Lethbridge, AB, passed away peacefully with family and friends by his side at The St Michael’s Health Centre, Palliative Care Unit on Wednesday August 16, 2023, at the age of 65 years.
He is lovingly remembered by his girlfriend, Katie Moss, father, Bill Tamminga, siblings, Jan (Rosanne) Tamminga, Grace LeBlanc, Brian (Rose) Tamminga, Art (Darcy) Tamminga, and Therecia (Dave) Van Driesten as well as several nieces and nephews.
Pedro was predeceased by his mother Jenny.
Pedro worked at various jobs in the construction industry and retired after many years from CP Rail.
He lived life to the fullest and in 2016, underwent a double lung transplant which led him to enjoy seven additional years. Pedro had a passion for motorcycles, his GTO, Jack Daniels and his many friendships.
Special thanks to Gordie, Randy, Pete, Tim and all his friends that came to visit him in the last few weeks which gave him so much comfort. Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming. WOW what a ride. At Pedro’s request, no formal funeral service will be held.

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YOUNG, Janice YOUNG JANICE YOUNG, beloved wife of Deacon Bill Young of Lethbridge, Alberta passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Monday, August 14, 2023 surrounded by her family.
Along with her loving husband, she will be tenderly remembered by her four children – Anita Richardson (Laval) of Stirling, Karrie Yaroschak (Carl) of Calgary, Theressa Young (Brian) of Calgary, and Gerald Young (Brandi) of Lethbridge. She is also survived by her brother Blake Wilson (Adele) of Lethbridge. Held most dear in her heart were her seven adoring grandchildren; Alexia, Jayde, Conner, Sofia, Murry, Max and Rhyan.
Janice was born Nov 27, 1948 in Regina SK. where Bill and Jan met and were married on July 13, 1968. They spent the next 55 years together building and nurturing their loving family. She was not only a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, but she was also passionate about her church, her faith, and her community. She was graced with incredible strength to endure the many physical hardships that our Lord put before her. She was admired by all for the love and kindness she shared every day.
Always the accommodating hostess, she welcomed all. She loved to cook and her baking was enjoyed by many. She always looked forward to the comfort and friendship she had with her Monday night card group.
Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Relative, and Friend – she will be sorely missed and yet an inspiration to us all.
A Prayer Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825-32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB on Sunday August 20th, 2023 at 7:00 P.M., presided by Deacon Cliff Bogdan.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405-12 Avenue South Lethbridge, AB on Monday, August 21, 2023 at 11:00 A.M., with Father Tim Boyle, Celebrant.

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

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