Tuesday, October 15, 2024

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on October 15, 2024.

GRAY, Robert “Bob” ROBERT “BOB” GRAY 1935 – 2024 Mr. Robert John “Bob” Gray of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family at St. Michael’s Health Centre on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at the age of 88 years.
Bob was born on December 19, 1935 in Lethbridge, AB to William and Bertha Gray. He grew up on the family farm east of Carmangay with his older siblings Peggy and Jim. He spent most of his life farming with brother Jim and family. Bob met a special friend, Jenny Skinner in 1980 and accepted her family into his life. In 2003 when Bob’s eyesight failed, and he could no longer drive, he moved into Lethbridge. He walked many miles around Lethbridge, enjoyed his audio books and tended to his yard. Bob lived in his own house until December 2023.
He is survived by his nieces and nephews, Denise (Wayne) Cronkhite, Dwight Gray, Darrell Gray, Pat (Earl) Koch, Richard (Melodie) Vasselin, Deb (Wayne) Mathieu and their families. He is also survived by Jenny’s daughters, Bev Hynes (Brent Hamilton), Sharon (Cyril) Hubbard, Debbie (Dave) McGee and their families.
Bob was predeceased by his parents, William and Bertha Gray; sister Peggy Vasselin; brother Jim Gray; brother-in-law Lawrence Vasselin; sister-in-law Helen Gray and Dwight’s wife Sheila Going. He was also predeceased by his special friend, Jenny Skinner and her son-in-law Ross Hynes.
We are going to miss you (Uncle) Bob.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, October 19, 2024, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta.
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BAILIE, Carson CARSON T. BAILIE 1944 – 2024 Mr. Carson T. Bailie, passed away at St. Michael’s Palliative Care Centre on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at the age of 80 years.
An Interment will be held at 2:00 pm, on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at ARCHMOUNT CEMETERY, 2710, WESTSIDE DRIVE, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Celebration of Carson’s Life will be held at 3:30 pm, on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at the LAKEVIEW SALON, AT THE AGRI-FOOD HUB & TRADE CENTRE, 3401 PARKSIDE DR. SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta.
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WESTERHOUD, Tony Tony Westerhoud 1933 – 2024 Tony Westerhoud, beloved husband of Peggy Westerhoud, passed away in Taber on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at the age of 90 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at Knox United Church, 4929 – 50 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 2:00 P.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 Tony’s obituary page on our website and clicking on the livestream link that will be available at 1:45 P.M. on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. Barring any technical difficulties, the livestream will begin at 2:00 P.M.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

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ROW, Leslie ROW 1943 – 2024 MR. LESLIE ROW, of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Karen Row, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at the age of 80 years, after a life-altering fall.
Besides his loving wife, Karen, Leslie is survived by his daughter Cindy Rath (Randy Bobinec) of Lethbridge, as well as his granddaughter Kaylen Epp (Sheldon), great-grandson (Jaxson) and grandson Brayden Rath; and his son Arden Row (Sandra Wirsch) of Lethbridge, granddaughter Delaina Erker (Dan) and twin great-grandsons (Matthew and Logan) of Medicine Hat. He is also survived by his sister Deanna Vainio of Victoria, BC, and brother Ron Row (Norma) of Leduc, AB, and their families.
He was predeceased by his father Andrew Row, mother Lillian Row, brother, Edwin Row, sister-in-law Barbara Row, sister Elaine Kraemer and brother-in-law Ray Vainio.
Leslie was raised on the family farm and had happy memories of those years. Later on in life, he worked for many years as a Journeyman Plumber & Gasfitter and was proud of that occupation, yet, what he really loved was farming, and he succeeded at doing both very successfully. He was such a hard-working man and has passed his work ethic and many of his best traits onto his children and grandchildren.
The week before his accident, Leslie and his son Arden harvested a wonderful crop off the land that he loved so much. We are thankful for that last time he got to be in a place that was so special to him, on his farm.
The family would like to thank the nurses, doctors and staff on 4C at the Chinook Regional Hospital, for the care and attention provided to him; it is greatly appreciated by us all.
At Leslie’s request, no funeral service will be held. Cremation has been entrusted to Cornerstone Funeral Home.

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

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FLEMING, Martha FLEMING MARTHA JEAN FLEMING (née Calder), of Lethbridge, beloved partner of Nick Hayes, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital, surrounded by family, on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at the age of 79 years.
Martha is survived by her son Tom (Paula) Fleming of Lethbridge, and grandchildren, Cody Fleming and Kaitlin Fleming; by Nick’s children, Joy (Erik) Willihnganz and James (Mary) Hayes and grandchildren, Ezekiel and Obadiah Hayes, and Levi and Sophia Willihnganz. She is also survived by her sisters: Debora Granberg, and Marcella Beadling (Don); brothers: Bill (Norma) Calder, and Floyd (Deb) Calder; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her son, Trevor Bryce Fleming in 2023, her parents, Vernon & Norma Calder, brothers-in-law, Terry Granberg and Bob Beadling, and nephew, Daniel Calder.
Born in Lethbridge and raised on the farm in Aden, AB, the Sweetgrass Hills were her backyard. Martha attended school in Milk River where she met, Bryce Fleming, then she attended business college in Calgary. Martha and Bryce were married in 1964, and their twins, Tom and Trevor, were born in November, 1967. Martha was the “den mother” for many of the twins’ friends over the years, and was well know and loved for her cooking, baking, school lunches, and kindness to all. Martha started her insurance career at Dadswell Forster, and later, became part owner. Martha continued to work there, after selling her interest, until her retirement in 2015. She loved her job and her many loyal customers and went above and beyond for them.
Martha met Nick in the early 1990s and they enjoyed camping and travelling together to their various warm climate destinations. Martha was an avid Lethbridge Hurricanes fan, and together, she and Nick were season ticket holders and were loyal attendees at all the home games. She was always cheering on “our boys”.
Martha enjoyed being a member of sorority for many years and went on many shop till you drop trips with her sorority sisters, an won the “paid the most duty prize” more than once. She made many lasting friendships and enjoyed the love and companionship she received through sorority.
Above all else, she loved her family, and called herself, “The Matriarch.” Everyone loved to gather at her house for holiday meals, puzzles, games and visits. Her door was always open, and her kindness, patience, and generosity to all of us will never be forgotten and forever appreciated. She will be greatly missed by all.
A Celebration of Martha’s life will be held at the AGRI-FOOD HUB & TRADE CENTRE, 101 Exhibition Way South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10:30 A.M. with Pat Siedlecki officiating. The Celebration of life will be live-streamed and may be viewed through Martha’s obituary on the Cornerstone website.

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

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RINGLAND, Ruth RINGLAND RUTH RINGLAND, of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully at Edith Cavell Care Centre, on Monday, October 7, 2024 at the age of 84 years.
A Graveside Service will be held at MOUNTAIN VIEW CEMETERY, 1210 – Scenic Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. with Patrick Siedlecki officiating.

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

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SENNEKER, Henny SENNEKER November 16, 1933 – October 10, 2024 “O Lord, our Lord, how excellent is Thy name in all the earth! who hast set thy glory above the heavens.” Psalm 8:1 HENNY SENNEKER, of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Ben Senneker, passed away peacefully, with family by her side, at St. Michael’s Health Centre – Palliative Care Unit, on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at the age of 90 years.
Henny is survived by her children: Colin (Margaret), Lloyd (MaryEllen), Rex (Romina) and Michele (Brian) Kondor, 11 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her three brothers: Simon (Hennie), Andy (Margaret), and Bill (Karen); two sisters: Pearl Tjepkema and Tina (Gerald) Oevering; and in-laws: Ida Leenstra, Gwen Leenstra, Tina Leenstra, Jenny DeWolde, George Senneker, John Senneker, Henry (Sharon) Senneker and Lou Keegstra.
She was predeceased by two grandsons, Jordan and Bryce; parents, Fred & Edith Leenstra; in-laws, Dirk and Helen Senneker; four brothers: Thomas, Fred, Ray and Henry; in-laws, Jake Tjepkema, Deanna Leenstra, Ralph DeWolde, Jean Senneker, Ann Senneker, Jan and Ruth Senneker and Audrey Keegstra.
A Viewing will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
A Graveside Service will be held at ROYAL VIEW CEMETERY, 5920 – 13 Street North, Lethbridge, AB, on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 11:00 A.M.
A Memorial Service will be held at TRINITY REFORMED CHURCH, 1100 – 40 Avenue North, Lethbridge, AB, on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 1:30 P.M. with Pastor Michael Wall officiating. The Memorial Service will be live-streamed and may be viewed through Henny’s obituary on the Cornerstone website.

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

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SWARTZENBERGER, Rodney SWARTZENBERGER RODNEY SWARTZENBERGER, of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Brenda Swartzenberger, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Friday, October 11, 2024 at the age of 52 years.
Arrangements will be announced once completed.

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

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LITTLE BEAR, Darryl LITTLE BEAR DARRYL LITTLE BEAR, of the Blood Reserve, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family at the Foothills Health Centre in Calgary, on Friday, October 11, 2024 at the age of 68 years.
Arrangements will be announced once completed.

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

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TWIGG, Evander TWIGG Evander Charles Twigg Sipia’poowawahkaa – Travels at Night July 23, 1992 – October 3, 2024 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of EVANDER CHARLES TWIGG at home on the Blood reserve on October 3, 2024. Evander was born July 23, 1992 to Sonya Ann Good Striker and Charlie Twigg. Grandson to Emily (Mugs) Good Striker and Late Paul Day Chief. Evander was blessed with his son Marley Twigg on May 5th 2010. Evander is survived by Brothers: Tabor (Taylor) Twigg, Myles (Trisha) Hunt, Jamie, Brandon and Shane Twigg. Stepbrothers: Tyreese, Derek and Chad. Sisters: Shauna Frasier, Isabelle Sunday (Trent) and the late Abby Twigg. Step Mom: Melody Bastien. Evander is also survived by his Maternal Uncles: Leland Good Striker, Corey (Marilyn) Good Striker, Paul (Nadine) Good Striker. Maternal Cousins: Ivan, Charmaine (Owen), Jassy, LJ, Myles (Trish) Whitney, Katie (Collin), Bailey (Tylo), Jay, ShaNa, Draven, Jordo, and his precious Nephews and Niece: Charlie, Alex and Harriet. Paternal Uncles & Aunties: Clayton Twigg, Corey Twigg, Wayne Twigg, Bernadette Davis, Carolyn and Annette Twigg. Evander attended Ft. Macleod Elementary, Jr. High & Sr. High School, graduating from F.P Walshe. He later was employed with Bouvry Farms as a forklift operator. At an early age, Evander was raised by Emily (Mugs) Good Striker, whom he referred to as “Mom” and was always so loving and concerned of her wellbeing. He enjoyed joking with and teasing his grandma which was always in good fun and never mean-spirited. Evander also had a very close bond and relationship with his little brother Tabor and son Marley, always wanting to play video games, watch movies and spend time with them. Once Tabor’s son Alexander was born Evander was like a second dad to Alex. Helping his brother Tabor raise and look after Alex as a newborn and toddler. Evander cared dearly for his family and had always encouraged them to succeed in life. Evander was also very close to his parents, Charlie Twigg and Sonya Good Striker, having spent a lot of time together, which made losing them very difficult for him. Luckily, he had the support of his very close sibling-like friends: Jamie Bruised Head, Jamie Okemaysim, Tye Day chief, Todd Knowlton, Lucinda Rabbit, Blake Yellow Horn, the late Allison Knowlton and his loving wife Julia Okemaysim. Evander was very much like his dad Charlie, always yapping away and being the loudest in the room – many would agree he was the life of the party. Evander will be missed dearly by all of his friends and family. Evander is survived by Great Uncles: Alex Good Striker, Sam Day Chief, Mike (Crystal) Day Chief, Jerry (Theresa) Day Chief and Rex Day Chief. Great Aunts: Delphine Good Striker, Bella Day Chief and Agnes Day Chief. Evander was predeceased by his Maternal Great Grandparents: Frank & Beatrice Good Striker, Jane & Ronald Day Chief. Maternal Uncles/Aunties: Woodrow Good Striker, Marion (Ed) Heavy Shields, Mildred Good Striker and Patsy (Larry) Rabbit. Paternal Uncles/Aunties: Hilda Smith, Leo (Elizabeth Day Chief), John Day Chief, Emil (Helen) Day Chief, Giles Day Chief and Shamrock Day Chief. Paternal Grandparents: Jim & Celina Twigg. Paternal Uncles/Aunties: Doreen Twigg, Tony Twigg, Gerri Twigg and Sheldon (Kim) Twigg. A Wake Service will be held at Old Agency Hall, Blood Reserve on Tuesday, October 15 from 6:00 11:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at Old Agency Hall on Wednesday, October 16 at 11:00 am. The interment will follow in One Spot Cemetery.
To send a condolence please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca.

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