Friday, August 30, 2024

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on August 30, 2024.

THIESSEN, Mildred THIESSEN MILDRED MARIE THIESSEN (née Vornbrock), beloved wife of the late Erwin “Kerv” Thiessen, passed away peacefully at the Milk River Health Centre, on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at the age of 96 years.
Mildred is survived by her five children: Randy (Joan), Debra (Don), Bruce, Michelle (Steve) and Kelly. She will be fondly remembered by her seven cherished grandchildren: Brock (Kanako), Clay (Jordan), Tenille (Matt), Matthew, Erin (Chris), Jason (Heidi) and Kyle (Joanna); as well as her five great-grandchildren: Emily, Hayden, Rogue, Marshall and Scarlett.
Besides her beloved husband Kerv, Mildred was predeceased by her parents, John and Elizabeth Vornbrock, sister Dorothy Spicer and son James.
Mildred was born in Allerston, AB, on September 15, 1927, where her parents settled. In 1951, Mildred married Kerv, raised a family and was active in the Coutts business community. Mildred was involved in many organizations.
A Celebration of Mildred’s Life will be held at a later date in Coutts, AB.
In memory of Mildred, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

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

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RUBY, Holly RUBY Holly Lynn (Simanton) Ruby, beloved mother, daughter, sister, and nurse, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 24th, 2024. Born December 19, 1967, in Foremost, AB, Holly was always known for her kindness, compassion, and vibrant spirit.
To view and share photos, condolences and memories of Holly with the family, please visit http://www.choicememorial.com

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VOLK, Donald DONALD VOLK 1938 – 2024 DONALD EARL VOLK of Camrose passed away on July 29, 2024. There will be a celebration of life for Don on Saturday, August 31, 2024 at the Carmangay Community Center from 1-3 p.m.

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HANSON, Glen HANSON GLEN DAVID HANSON, of Lethbridge, beloved husband of the late Patricia Hanson, passed away after a brief illness, at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at the age of 82 years.
Glen is survived by his son Tulsa (Sandra) Hanson and grandchildren, Hayden Hanson and Maiya Hanson, all of Lethbridge; and son Trevis (Melissa) Hanson and grandson, Lincoln Hanson, all of Okotoks.
Besides his loving wife Patricia in November 2023, he was predeceased by his father Francis Hanson, mother Mary Hanson, sister Francis Hanson, sister Margaret Johnson; and brother Wynne Hanson.
Glen’s father, Francis, was a Canadian soldier who served overseas during WWII. It was during this time that Francis met Glen’s mother, Mary, a proud Scotswoman with a kind heart and fiery spirit. Glen was born in Kent County, UK, on April 9, 1942. Just before turning two, Glen and his family returned to Francis’ home in Red Deer, Alberta. He enjoyed an adventurous, and often mischievous youth, between growing up in Red Deer and attending college in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Glen learned the value of hard work at an early age, and carried this ethic through the entirety of his working life. Glen had a successful career in finance, serving in many capacities with a number of banking institutions. His last post was as the branch manager of the Taber Bank of Nova Scotia until his retirement in 1997.
Glen met and married Pat in August 1969, and Tulsa was born in May 1971, and Trevis in December 1974. Though having had a very successful career in banking and finance, Glen had many additional talents, particularly in carpentry and construction. He was always willing to lend a hand, helping a neighbor or his sons with their childhood and adult projects.
He is dearly loved and will be greatly missed.
In accordance with his wishes, no funeral service will be held.

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

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PIGAT, Terry TERRY PIGAT 1946 – 2024 A life well lived, gone far too soon. Mrs. Terry Pigat of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Mr. Tony Pigat, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 26th, 2024, at the age of 77 years.
Terry was born on September 27, 1946, in Hamilton, Ontario to Lyle and Kathleen Huck. They moved to Alberta where she attended high school and Mount Royal College in Calgary. It was there that she met her lifelong best friend and husband, Tony Pigat. They were married in Calgary on February 4, 1967, and combined their honeymoon with a move to Vancouver, starting a lifelong adventure of work and travel.
Three beautiful children soon came along: Dawn Marie was born in Dawson Creek, B.C. followed by Daniel Angelo in Whitecourt, Alberta and Alan Anthony in Calgary, Alberta.
In 1975, they moved their young family to Lethbridge where Tony led a successful local business, and Terry turned her time and attention to the activities of her busy family. She was a dedicated wife and mother and was known for her commitment to her family, including her six grandchildren: Matthew, Noelle, Clay, Kendall, Paige and Eve.
With the children grown, her motto was retirement is doing what you want to do, when you want to do it. She lived up to this by enjoying winters in the sun, travelling the world and daily crossword puzzles.
She leaves behind her brother Joe and sisters Dianne and Elizabeth, her sister-in-law Anita and many nieces, nephews and friends.
She had lifelong struggles with her health which finally caught up to her, and she is now free of pain and will always be remembered and loved.
A Celebration of her Life will be held at 11:00 am, on Monday, September 2, 2024, at Anton’s in the Sandman Signature Hotel, 320 Scenic Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta. Your presence will be your gift to her.
To watch the service via livestream, please go to https://www.mbfunerals.com/obituary/TheresaTerry-Pigat and scroll to the bottom of Terry’s obituary to find the link.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Lethbridge and District Humane Society, https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/38943
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OUDSHOORN, Engena “Ena” ENGENA “ENA” OUDSHOORN 1938 – 2024 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our dear and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Engena “Ena” Oudshoorn- Middelkoop.
Ena was born on October 21, 1938, in Moordrecht, The Netherlands, and passed away at Bethesda Care Home in Picture Butte on August 27, 2024, at the age of 85 years.
She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Harry Oudshoorn; their seven children Martin (Wilma), Nel (Art) Lindhout, Harry (Christina), Diane (Ken) Slingerland, Els (Dick) Veurink, Carla (Nathan) Neels and John (Tamara); 9 siblings; 50 grandchildren and 87 great grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her granddaughter Jolene Oudshoorn (2020) and great grandson Landon Korporaal (2009). Ena was also predeceased by her parents Jan and Neeltje Middelkoop and 2 siblings.
An opportunity to offer Condolences will be held from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm, on Friday, August 30, 2024, at NETHERLANDS REFORMED CONGREGATION OF PICTURE BUTTE. 601 3A St, Picture Butte, Alberta.
A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 am, on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at NETHERLANDS REFORMED CONGREGATION OF PICTURE BUTTE. 601 3A St, Picture Butte, with Reverend P. Kleijer, officiating. Interment will follow at Picture Butte Memorial Cemetery.
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CLEGHORN, Gary GARY CLEGHORN 1955 – 2024 Gary Charles Cleghorn of Picture Butte passed away peacefully with Brenda, Ryan, Ashley, Jalayne and Jeff by his side at St. Michael’s Health Centre.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 4:00 pm, on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at the family campground. Please contact family for directions. Camping is available.
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ROBINSON, Tiffany TIFFANY ROBINSON 1970 – 2024 Mrs. Tiffany Robinson of Lethbridge passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Sunday, August 25th, 2024, at the age of 53 years.
Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers.
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HALDEN, Barbara BARBARA HALDEN 1950 – 2024 Mrs. Barbara Halden of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Mr. Terence Halden, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Wednesday, August 28th, 2024, at the age of 73 years.
Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.
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