Tuesday, December 31, 2024

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on December 31, 2024.

WEVER, Minety MINETY HENRIETTA WEVER 1941 – 2024 Mrs. Minety Henrietta Wever, beloved wife of the late Mr. Klaas “Nick” Wever, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at the age of 83 years.
A Viewing will be held from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm, on Monday, January 6, 2025, at Martin Brothers RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610, 4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Memorial Service will take place at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at the Nobleford Christian Reformed Church, 522 Highway Avenue – Nobleford, AB with Rev. Gary van Leeuwen officiating. A private family interment will take place prior. Livestream link available at http://www.noblefordcrc.com.
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DE VLIEGER, Marten Marten Jan De Vlieger July 10, 1981 – December 24, 2024 Marten Jan De Vlieger passed away in Blairmore, Alberta on December 24, 2024 at the age of 43 years. He is survived by his wife Janine and children Noah and Kabrina. He is also survived by his parents Henk and Janny De Vlieger; brother Sam (Lesley) and children Branson and Barrett; brother-in-law Brent Hamilton (Stephanie) and children Lily and Emma Hamilton and Kennedy and Griffin Houston; father-in-law Rod Klok (Lisa) and children Connor, Kassidy and Kaitlyn Stevens; mother-in-law Joyce Klok (Bob Derzaph); and sister-in-law Andrea Peleskey (Jarred) and children Skylar and Jayde. He was predeceased by his younger sister Karen Hamilton and his grandparents and uncle in Holland.
The Funeral Service will take place at 11:00am on Friday, January 3, 2025 at the MDM Community Center (2802 – 222 St. Bellevue, AB T0K 0C0). With respect for Marten’s wishes, please wear bright colours to the service. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Crowsnest Pass Food Bank (PO Box 675 Blairmore, AB T0K 0E0) or United Riders of Crowsnest (www.uroc.ca). Condolences may be registered at http://www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca.
Fantin’s Funeral Chapel, A Division of The Caring Group Corp. assisting with arrangements. (403) 562-8555

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SLADE, Marlene MARLENE SLADE 1936 – 2024 Mrs. Marlene Slade, beloved wife of Mr. Jack Duell passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, at the age of 88 years.
Cremation entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.
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SAND, Joanne SAND JOANNE CLAIRE SAND (nee Moore), passed away peacefully on December 25, 2024. She was the beloved daughter of Janet and Clive Moore, born on March 1, 1976, in Blackpool, England, and at the age of three, she moved with her family to Canada, where they welcomed her younger brother, Matt.
Joanne’s early years growing up in Calgary were marked by her vibrant personality and diverse interests. She attended Greenview Elementary School, Balmoral Junior High School, and graduated from Crescent Heights High School in 1993. Throughout her school years, she was an active member of Canada Girl Guide “Brownies,” participated in ice dancing, and played the French horn in the Calgary Round Up Band. A proficient accordion player, she had a deep love for music that enriched her life, along with a playful sense of humor.
In 1995, she met Jarod Sand, and together, they welcomed their twin daughters, Jamie and Jordan, in January 1997, who arrived ten weeks early and spent three months in the Calgary Foothills NICU. Their third daughter, Jenna, was born in March 2004. After her children were born, Joanne’s love for her daughters blossomed; she was always there to support them in every endeavor, nurturing their dreams and ensuring they felt valued and cherished.
In 1999, she moved to Slave Lake, Alberta, later relocating to Cochrane in the summer of 2007 to be closer to her family. Joanne faced the heart-wrenching loss of her father, Clive Moore, in February 2010, but she became a pillar of support for her family, missing him every day.
In the summer of 2013, Joanne moved to Lethbridge, Alberta, where she met the love of her life Tony Kuz and embraced his daughter, Aleksandra, as one of her own. She built many friendships and was known for bringing people together. Joanne always welcomed others into their home, offering warmth and support, and creating a nurturing environment for everyone. She loved spending time in their kitchen, cooking with Tony and their loved ones, sharing delicious meals and laughter. Joanne’s family was her pride and joy; she lived for her loved ones every day, ensuring they felt cherished and supported. She was always happy and smiling, bringing light and energy to those around her and making the most of every day. She cultivated a passion for the outdoors and gardening, and transformed their home and backyard into their sanctuary. In spring 2020, she adopted her beloved dog, Misha, who brought her immense joy. Joanne dedicated over 22 years to the insurance industry, where her determination and integrity led her to reach the position of manager. Joanne had a unique ability to care for those around her and made every day feel special.
Joanne is survived by her loving spouse, Tony Kuz; daughters, Jamie Sand, Jordan Sand, and Jenna Sand; stepdaughter, Aleksandra Kuz; mother, Janet Moore; and brother, Matt Moore, his wife Kerri, and their twin daughters Drae and Macy, as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins in England. She is preceded in death by her father, Clive Moore.
A Funeral Service will be held in her honor at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 32 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta, on Friday, January 3, 2025, at 1:00 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Ronald McDonald House Charities (www.rmhccanada.ca).
Joanne will be greatly missed for her warmth, humor, and unwavering support for her family and friends.

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RESLER, Ernst “Ernie” RESLER It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, ERNST “ERNIE” RESLER.
Born on the family farm outside of New Sarepta, AB on January 31, 1931, Ernie passed away at his home in Lethbridge on Boxing Day, December 26, 2024 at the age of 93.
Ernie worked hard all his life. He left the farm at 18 to work for the Imperial Lumber Company in Edmonton, where he met his wife Kae, and would eventually become the branch manager. They then moved to Calgary where Ernie managed the Calgary branch before moving again to Lethbridge to manage Hoyt’s Hardware in 1970. After managing Hoyt’s for 10 years, he opened Classic Colour Center, his own paint and wallpaper store. After Kae became ill in 1981, he sold the store to Freddie’s Paint, and then worked for them for nearly 20 years, retiring at the young age of 75.
Ernie also played hard, right up to the end. He played hockey and pitched baseball in his teens and twenties, and was an avid golfer and bowler, enjoying those games throughout his life and well into his eighties. Also enjoyed into his eighties was his love of dancing and music, travelling to several old-time country music festivals throughout western Canada and the U.S. He spent many years as the president of the Lethbridge Revellers, and just this past October, he went on the last of the several dozen casino trips he helped organize to Calgary, Edmonton, B.C., and Saskatchewan. He also enjoyed playing cards at every opportunity, playing pool, socializing, and having coffee with the boys at the seniors’ center.
Ernie was predeceased by his wife, Donna-Kae Resler (Krause), parents Lydia and Gotlieb, four brothers and three sisters-in-law Eddie and Betty, Alven and Fran, Edgar and Joyce, and Armen, and brother-in-law Cliff Zeiner. He is survived by special friend Dorothy Kometz, sister Inez Zeiner, children Dale (Karen), Audra-Dawn (Dave) Stinson, and Derek (Tracy), grandchildren Courtney and Chrissy Stinson, and Morgan and Alex Resler, and numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Heart and Stroke http://www.heartandstroke.ca) in Ernie’s memory.

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WALL, Lois WALL LOIS WALL, beloved wife of the late Rudy Wall, was freed from her earthly struggles on December 28, 2024. She is survived by her son Brandon Wall (Megan).
A Celebration of Lois’s Life will be announced at a later date.

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BUTTERWICK, Terry Terry Butterwick October 23, 1948 – December 26, 2024 Terrence ‘Terry’ George Butterwick passed away peacefully while surrounded by his family, at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Thursday, December 26, 2024, at the age of 76 years. Terry was born in Lethbridge, AB and lived his entire life in southern Alberta, spending most of his free time in the great outdoors. He was happy with a hunting gun, a fishing rod, or a golf club in his hands, or even out riding his electric bike when health challenges limited his mobility. However, Terry enjoyed himself the most when he was with others. He valued his family and friends more than any material possession, growing his circle of friends considerably prior to retirement through his passion for woodcarving. Left to remember Terry are his partner, Karen Hollingsworth-Trehub and her family; daughter, Julia (Darcy) Reding and their children, Kaiden and Kevin; son, Troy (Trisha Divall) and their children, Brooklyn, Mackenzie, and Abby; his former wife and mother of his children, Donna Butterwick; brothers, Dale (Micheline), Ross (Donna Lee) and Warren (Carrie) as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members. A Celebration of Terry’s life will be held at the Foremost Community Hall, 802 – 1 Avenue West, Foremost, Alberta on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Foremost Cemetery. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is COOK SOUTHLAND FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION FACILITY901 – 13TH ST. S.W., MEDICINE HAT T1A 4V4
1-877-528-6455
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JANZEN, Ronald “Ron” Ronald “Ron” Janzen June 24, 1946 – December 25, 2024 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald “Ron” Janzen in Pincher Creek, AB, on December 25, 2024. Ron was 78 years old.
A private burial will take place with the family and a memorial service will be held on January 8, 2025, at the Springridge Mennonite Church, at 2:00pm.
Arrangements entrusted to Snodgrass Funeral Home Pincher Creek Chapel (403) 627-4864 To email condolences, please visit http://www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com

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FLEMING, Harold HAROLD FLEMING 1942 – 2024 It is with great sadness that the family of Harold (Hap/Happer) Fleming announce his passing on December 27, 2024, at the age of 82.
Harold was born in Lethbridge, Alberta on October 1, 1942. He was raised and educated in Lethbridge until he moved to the family farm in Barons in the early 60’s. He resided at Garden View Lodge from 2019 until the time of his passing.
In his youth he played hockey (Lethbridge Native Sons, Edmonton Oil Kings, Knoxville/ Nashville, and many other clubs).
Harold enjoyed camping, fishing, motorbiking, playing crib, and socializing, but mostly spending time with his family.
He will be dearly missed and survived by his daughters Shelly (Larry) Walper, Sherry (Randy) Divins, and Cammy (Dana) Pariseau; beloved grandchildren Kristen (Peter) Phillips, Jeremy (Ashley) Walper, Shara-Lea (Dave) Lovas, Ryan (Haley) Divins, Jessica (Clayton) Ressler, Matthew Pariseau, and Tyson (Ainsley) Pariseau; ten great grandchildren; sister Mary-Pat Roberts; half-brother Jack (Shirley) Fleming; sister-in-law Cheryl Fleming; many nieces, nephews, cousins, as well as many other relatives and friends.
Besides his loving wife Judy, Harold is predeceased by his parents Mary and Alex Fleming; brother Doug Fleming; half-brother Howard Fleming; sisters-in-law Lois Fleming and Grace Fleming; brothers-in-law David Roberts, Les Valentine, and Jim Valentine; mother-in-law Hazel Valentine; as well as many other relatives and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held from 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at the SANDMAN SIGNATURE LODGE, LETHBRIDGE, Alberta. There will be a short program beginning at 1:30 PM.
A private family Graveside Service will be held prior.
Donations in Harold’s memory may be made to the Chinook Regional Hospital, the Humane Society, or a charity of your choice.
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RICKABY, Dominik RICKABY DOMINIK JACK DWAINE WILLIAM RICKABY, of Lethbridge, beloved Son of Blanche Fick and John Rickaby, passed away in Lethbridge on Thursday, December 26, 2024 at the age of 13 years.
A private family service will be held at a later date.

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