Saturday, December 7, 2024

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on December 7, 2024.

HUNT, Marguerite MARGUERITE HUNT 1928 – 2024 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Marguerite Hunt, on November 28, 2024, at the age of 96. She is now in the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and that brings us all a sense of peace.
Mom was born on August 17, 1928, to James Gordon and Lottie Amanda (Dot) Miers (nee Dafoe) at the Van Haarlem Hospital in Lethbridge. She attended Fleetwood Elementary and Lethbridge Collegiate Institute (where she loved to play Tennis and Basketball) and was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church, being baptized in April 1940.
In 1947, Mom went to the Royal Alexandra Hospital School of Nursing in Edmonton for 3 years of training and then returned to Lethbridge to marry her “Ardent Admirer”, Norman Hunt, in 1951. Shortly after returning to Lethbridge, she began working for Dr. Campbell at the first Campbell Clinic downtown.
In 1953, Mom left work to raise her children and instill in us good family values and a strong sense of Faith. Throughout her life she was devoted to and involved with First Baptist Church in many ways… greeting newcomers, singing in the choir, leading CGIT, teaching Sunday School, doing Meals on Wheels (and occasionally with Joanne), praying on the Prayer Chain, and working in the Soup Kitchen to name a few. In 1972, she returned to work as the Head Receptionist at the “second” Campbell Clinic on Mayor Magrath Drive and walked to work every day until 1986. Mom always made everyone she knew and met feel special with her quizzical nature and genuine keen interest in their answers. She was the light of our family, and her smile made everyone feel welcomed and loved. 2 Timothy 4:7-8
Left behind to miss her smile are her daughter, Joanne (Jim) Sherwin of Seattle; 3 sons, Gordon (Julie) of Lethbridge, Ross (Lynda) of Calgary, Lorne (Tracey) of Lethbridge; 10 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; sister, Jean Millman of Kelowna, and numerous nephews and nieces.
She is now reunited with her husband of 70 years; her parents; her sister, Betty Ann Webster, and many brothers and sisters-in-law.
Mom, and all of her family, are very grateful for the dedicated and respectful care she received from the staff at St. Therese Villa and the Chinook Regional Hospital.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 1614 5 AVE S, LETHBRIDGE, Alberta, with Rev. Mark Archibald officiating.
Flowers are gratefully declined. For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to the MS Society of Canada mscanada.ca or Canadian Baptist Ministries cbmin.org.
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HOUGEN, Mary ISABELLA HOUGEN June 16, 1932 – December 2, 2024 We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Isabella Hougen, beloved mother, grandmother and great- grandmother, who left us peacefully on December 2nd in Bow Island, with her loved ones by her side.
Isabella was born June 16, 1932 in Foremost where she spent most of her life, until her health failed and she moved to Bow Island.
She was raised on the family farm, excelled in school and worked at the Royal Bank in Foremost until she married Magnus Hougen in 1952.
She raised her 3 daughters and embraced farm life. She cooked for the farm hands – often 3 meals a day during harvest! She delivered full meals into the field and took care of farm finances. She grew a terrific vegetable garden; she was a sewer, knitter, quilter, and baker (her famous recipes were impossible to replicate!) Isabella competed in many curling bonspiels, and golfed well into her 80’s. She and Dad enjoyed road trips to Kalispell; but, in particular, she loved the drive they took to Alaska.
After retirement, she and Magnus spent many winters in Arizona where she loved her flea market shopping, card games and golfing with Hougen clan. After Dad’s passing, she continued to travel South with Donna and John. She also looked forward to her bus trips and took many with her daughter Kris and other friends.
She is survived by two daughters, Donna (John) Powell and Kris Hougen, son-in-law Willie Stang, eight grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her daughter Arlene Stang and devoted husband of 55 years, Magnus.
The family is thankful for the excellent care Isabella received from the staff in the Bow Island lodge and extended care these last few years.
A private Family Service will be held in the Spring.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Bow Island Extended Care or the Foremost Lutheran Church where Isabella was an active member.

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

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DERGOUSOFF, Ione DERGOUSOFF IONE DERGOUSOFF, beloved wife of Jack Dergousoff, of Lethbridge, AB, passed away peacefully at the Fairmont Extendicare on Wednesday, November 28, 2024 at the age of 92 years.
Ione was born to May and Joe Hanson in Preeceville Hospital in 1932. Ione attended a rural school in Saskatchewan until Grade 8. The family moved to Sturgis, Saskatchewan, where she attended the Composite School, and later, Saskatoon Teacher’s College.
She got a job in Buchanan and met Jack Dergousoff, who she married in 1958. They moved to Eastend, Saskatchewan, to teach for 10 years, and after, moved to Lethbridge in 1969.
She had 2 sisters and 3 brothers who died before her.
She enjoyed sorority, curling, computer, dancing and travelling. Senior Centre was a busy place, teaching computer and exercise.
In all, she led a good life and lived to 92 years.
May the Lord bless her.
A Celebration of Ione’s life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 12:00 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation (www.heartandstroke.ca)

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

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FORD, Doreen FORD DOREEN ISABELLA FORD, of Milk River, AB, formerly of Coutts, AB, beloved wife of the late DeWayne Ford, passed away peacefully at the Milk River Health Centre, on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at the age of 91 years.
Doreen was born in Greenock, Scotland, on October 28, 1933. In September 1940, under the threat of Nazi bombings, Doreen and her sister Margaret, were two of the 800,000 children evacuated from Britain. The sisters landed in Kelliher, Saskatchewan, where they remained until they could return to Greenock in 1945.
On October 1, 1955, Doreen returned alone to Canada, settling in Regina. She met her first husband, Sigmund, there and they married in September 1956. They had one daughter, Carolyn. Sigmund passed away on December 17, 1977.
A rekindled friendship with DeWayne Ford, a widowed farmer from Coutts, AB, led to marriage on June 7, 1980. After being a secretary for many years, learning farm life was a challenge. However, the view of the Sweet Grass Hills made it worthwhile.
Doreen was welcomed into the family and community, making many lifelong friends. Their home on the farm was often a gathering place for many family events, or just friends stopping by for that little nip of scotch.
Doreen and DeWayne also enjoyed travelling, visiting numerous places. One of her favourites was Cuba. They didn’t hesitate to go anywhere.
After DeWayne’s passing on January 1, 2009, Doreen remained on the farm for a few years, before moving into Prairie Rose Lodge in Milk River. Doreen became a resident of Long Term in Milk River, when her health declined.
Doreen is survived by her sister Joy in Scotland, daughter Carolyn (Bruno) Scrigner, Isabella (Wyatt), Juliana (Lane) – Kylen, Raven and Levi, and DeWayne’s family, Ross (Jackie) Ford – Katie (Eric) Scarlet and Langston; Bob (Rosalee) Ford – Ben, Beth (Riley); Russ (Josie) Ford – Stefan (Jamesina), Celeste (Mike); Donna Ford; Ron (Chris) Ford – Cody (Jenny), Chase and Addison, Brady (Brittany), River and Everett, Karen, Bailey and Reef.
A Memorial Service is planned for the spring.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Milk River Health Centre – Long Term, Box 90, 517 Centre Ave E, Milk River, AB, T0K 1M0.

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

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OCKERMAN, Mary Mary Rose Ockerman 1937 – 2024 On November 29, 2024, Mary Rose Ockerman; beloved wife, mother, and grandmother passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital, at the age of 87.
Mary was born in Bellsite, Manitoba, on September 8, 1937. She is predeceased by her parents Rene and Margaret Cleunion, sister Margaret Bradbury, brother Jordie Gosselin, father-in-law Melvin, and mother-in-law Leatha Ockerman.
Mary is survived by her loving husband Bob Ockerman, her four sons: Larry (Adeline) Nickel, Roy Nickel, Robert (Denise) Ockerman, John (Tami) Ockerman, as well as numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters Isabel Nickel, Gladys McKay, Theresa (Fritz) Wiebe, and in-laws: Carole (Glen) Pruden, Randy (Rose) Ockerman, and Myles (Cheryll) Ockerman. Mary will also be missed by many family and friends.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.edensfuneralhome.com

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JACKSON, Carleigh CARLEIGH JACKSON 2000 – 2024 It is with heavy hearts that we share the tragic passing of Carleigh Sondra Isabelle Jackson of Okotoks, AB, beloved fiance of Brett Harper, who passed away peacefully at Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge, AB, on Monday, December 2nd, 2024, at the young age of 24.
Carleigh was born on January 26, 2000, in Thunder Bay, ON, to loving parents Ryan Jackson and Brenda Schmold. Carleigh moved to Vulcan, AB with her Mom at the age of 2, and grew up dancing with Dance Inspirations in Vulcan. She took part in ballet and jazz, and played hockey for the better part of 15 years growing up. At the end of the 6th grade, Carleigh moved to Okotoks, AB, where she would meet some of her closest friends to this day. Carleigh attended Okotoks Junior High School (OJ) for grades 7-9. Some of her favourite extracurricular activities during that time included flag football, basketball, and track & field. During school hours, Carleigh enjoyed foods class, Spanish class, and debates within social studies class. Some of Carleigh’s favourite memories were made at her Grandparents Brian and Linda’s Camp in Ontario, which she spent time at each summer. Following her years at OJ, Carleigh graduated high school at Holy Trinity Academy in 2018. It was here that Carleigh volunteered as a trainer for the Knights Football team throughout her 3 years there. She was adored by her teachers and everyone that was lucky enough to know her. In her free time, she worked various part time jobs including Browns Social House and Classic Source for Sports in Okotoks. She had a passion and love for hockey from both a coaching and playing perspective, spending many years with Okotoks Minor Hockey Association.
After the completion of her high school diploma, Carleigh worked as a full time server at Browns Social House to save her money for University the following year, and to do some travelling. Carleigh spent a month in Thailand where she explored the local food scene and visited an elephant sanctuary. It was one of her favourite trips she ever took. In 2019, Carleigh moved to Lethbridge, AB, to start her post secondary journey at the University of Lethbridge. She spent 5 years working tirelessly towards completing a double degree with a Bachelor of Arts and Science majoring in Sociology, and a Bachelor of Education majoring in Social Studies Education. Carleigh was a gifted and hard working academic, with her greatest accomplishments being that she graduated from university with a 4.0 GPA, and the completion of her final practicum placement shortly before her diagnosis.
At the beginning of 2024, Carleigh met the love of her life, Brett, and shortly after was diagnosed with stage 3 cancer. Carleigh fought hard and bravely, with Brett lovingly by her side through it all.
She will be dearly missed, and fiercely remembered Carleigh is survived by her fiance Brett Harper, her mother Brenda Schmold, Robin & Candis Harper, Grandparents Brian & Linda Jackson, her 6 siblings Reece (Rachel) Girardin – their kids Rosie and Richard, Oliver Girardin and his son Michael, Emily Dunham, Sara Dunham, Lucas Jackson, Rihanna Jackson, Brendan (Olivia) Harper, Jeff (Shelly) Jackson – their kids Josh and Jenna Jackson, Derek Jackson, Josh & Liz Blake, close friends Megan Smith, Taylor Hinton-Turik, Jade Mierau, Sierra Lenton, as well as numerous uncles, aunts, cousins and countless other friends.
Carleigh was predeceased by her father Ryan Jackson who passed away when she was 15, and her beloved stepfather Manfred Schmold who passed away suddenly in 2023.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00am, on Saturday December 14th, 2024, at OKOTOKS UNITED CHURCH, 43 Riverside Dr, Okotoks AB, T1S 0J2. Eulogy/Speeches will begin at 11:30am, followed by open mic for memory sharing starting at 12:30pm. Carleigh has asked that everyone wear a hockey jersey in her memory to the celebration.
In lieu of flowers, Carleigh has requested that donations be made to her GoFundMe page to cover celebration of life expenses; or to the Canadian Cancer Society on her behalf. https://gofund.me/c2d19309
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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LINDSAY, Kathleen “Katie” LINDSAY September 29, 1951 – December 5, 2024 KATHLEEN “KATIE” LINDSAY (nee Ridley), beloved wife of Roy Lindsay, passed away peacefully at St. Michael’s Palliative Care, on Thursday, December 5, 2024 at the age of 73 years.
Katie was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba on September 29, 1951. She spent her early years in Manitoba, with parents, Ken and Pat, and her younger siblings, Patty and Debbie, until the family moved to Port Moody BC, when she ventured out on her own to Edmonton, and finally, ending up in Lethbridge.
Her first career was as a medical lab technician, after which she moved on to doing what she loved – teaching. She taught in Canada and abroad for 30 years before retiring during the covid pandemic.
She married Brian Sullivan in March of 1983 in Edmonton, AB. They had three children: David, Megan and Greg. They separated in 2002.
She married Roy Lindsay in August of 2015, in Lethbridge, where they made their home. They travelled extensively in their time together.
One of Katie’s great loves was serving the Lethbridge Live-In Society. Roy joined Katie in her service to the Society.
Katie beat cancer in 1986, only to have it re-occur in 2021. She passed peacefully surrounded and loved by family.
Special thanks to the oncology department at both Tom Baker and Jack Ady facilities, and the Palliative Care staff at St Michael’s Health Centre in Lethbridge.
A Prayer Vigil will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Monday, December 9, 2024 at 7:00 P.M. with Deacon Bruce Barnett officiating. The Prayer Vigil will be live-streamed and may be viewed through Katie’s obituary on the Cornerstone website.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. MARTHA’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 355 Columbia Blvd. West, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 1:00 P.M. with Father William Monis celebrating.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Covenant Health Foundation (covenantfoundation.ca) would be most appreciated.

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

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