Thursday, January 9, 2025

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on January 9, 2025.

BALL, Lily LILY BALL 1944 – 2025 Lily Theresa Ball, our wonderful mother, loving grandmother and cherished sister, left us suddenly, unexpectedly and sadly on January 2, 2025, just 16 days before her 81st birthday.
Born in Nelson, B.C., Lil came to Lethbridge in childhood and graduated from St. Joseph’s High. She went on to spend several years working in retail and never lost her love for shopping. Lil met and married her ‘Kenny’ and began a journey together that would last for 57 years, until his passing in 2021. Together they raised their family, shared many laughs at hockey and baseball games, and found friendships that would span decades.
Lil knew her way around a kitchen, whether cooking or baking, everyone knew the results would be delicious. She never tired of listening to Elvis and enjoyed many family camping trips across Alberta and often into Montana.
But above all else, Lil loved to have her family around her. They are left to mourn her untimely passing.
Lil will forever remain in the hearts, minds and fond memories of her sister Judy (Chris) of Kelowna; daughter Debbie (Steve) Gergely of Lethbridge: son Shawn (Kelly) Ball of Ottawa; granddaughters Kayla (Ryan) Shand of Calgary; Ella Ball, Ottawa; many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
A Celebration of Lil’s Life will be held in June.
“Penquin Down” one last time.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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BOWLBY, Blanch BOWLBY BLANCH COLLEEN BOWLBY, beloved wife of the late Guy Bowlby, passed away on January 6, 2025 in Cardston, AB at the age of 91 years. The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (South Hill Chapel, 950 Main Street Cardston) on Saturday, January 11 at 11:00 am. Friends may meet the family from 10:00 – 10:45 am prior to the service. Interment to follow in the Taylorville Cemetery.
To send a condolence and to read some memories of Blanch please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca

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PUPP, Joe JOE PUPP
1941 – 2025
Joseph Tyrone Pupp, beloved husband of Joan for sixty three years, passed away in Calgary on Monday, January 6, 2025 at the age of 84 years.
The Funeral Service will be held at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 3:00 P.M. A committal service will follow at the Taber Memorial Garden columbarium. 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 Joe’s obituary page on our website and clicking on the livestream link that will be available at 2:45 P.M. on Saturday, January 11, 2025. Barring any technical difficulties, the livestream will begin at 3:00 P.M.
Besides his loving wife Joan, Joe is survived by his daughter Deidra Pupp (Bruce) of Innisfil, Ontario; three sons Kendall Pupp (Meagin) of Calgary, Scott (Cindy) Pupp of Calgary and Brett (Dr. Corry) Pupp of McKinney, Texas; seven grandchildren Connor, Brady, Haley, Riley, Kenna, Kenley and Cohen.
He was predeceased by his parents Joseph and Esther; brothers Alex Pupp and Bill Pupp; sisters-in-law Joan Pupp and Terry Pupp.
Joe was born in Montreal, Quebec but spent his youth and early adult years in the Taber area. He attended college in Lethbridge and the University of Alberta earning his Commerce Degree and raising four kids while he finished his education. After graduating, Joe and Joan moved the family to Calgary where they built a life with kids in multiple sports and a circle of friends. Joe had a long career at Amoco Canada. After retirement, Joe spent spare time golfing, camping and enjoying time with family and friends.
If friends so desire memorial tributes in Joe’s name may be made directly to either the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 100, 119 – 14 Street NW, Calgary, Alberta T2N 1Z6 (www.heartandstroke.com) or the Alberta Diabetes Foundation, 1-020 Li Ka Shing Centre, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 2E1(www.albertadiabetesfoundation.com).
The family would like to thank Alberta Health Services, EMS and caregivers for honouring Joe’s wish to stay at home with Joan.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

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WRIGHT, Brian BRIAN WRIGHT 1954 – 2025 Brian Wright, passed away at Good Samaritan Prairie Ridge in Raymond, on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at the age of 69 years.
Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed.
To send condolences, please visit http://www.generationsfh.ca

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VERES, Fred FRED VERES 1932 – 2025 Mr. Fred Veres of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Patricia Veres, passed away at Legacy Lodge on Friday, January 3, 2025, at the age of 92 years.
A Graveside Service will be held at 1:00 pm, on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at Royal View Cemetery, Lethbridge, Alberta, with Dr. Bruce Martin officiating.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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MARSH, Philip “Phil” PHILIP “PHIL” MARSH 1949 – 2025 Mr. Philip “Phil” Marsh of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Susan Marsh, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at the age of 75 years.
A Celebration of Phil’s Life will be held at 11:00am on Monday, January 13, 2025 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta.
Cremation entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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JONES, Jacqueline “Jackie” JACQUELINE “JACKIE” JONES 1971 – 2025 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Jacqueline Dawn Jones (Jackie Jones) at the age of 53 on Sunday, January 5, 2025.
Born on July 30th, 1971, in Lethbridge Alberta, beloved daughter of Patrick Drader and Donella Glynn. Alongside her 4 siblings, she grew up in Coalhurst Alberta where she made lifelong friends and played softball and basketball for the High School. She later moved to Lethbridge Alberta to pursue her own path.
She was blessed with her four children, Tomie and Carson Tomiyama (Jay Tomiyama) and Avery and Jaxson Jones with her loving husband, Dave Jones. Jackie was a devoted mother whose pride and joy were her children. She instilled values of kindness, compassion, and resilience and they are a beautiful reflection of the loving and dedicated parent she was.
Jackie and Dave’s love story started with an introduction from Jackie’s long-time friend and Dave’s sister Christy in 2007, and from that time on it was decided, they were the perfect match.
She worked hard and forged unbreakable bonds in all her endeavors. Most recently, Gentleman Three where she took pride in getting to know everyone who walked through the door. Jackie was a loyal friend and a pillar of strength in her community. Known for her generosity, charm, and sense of humor, she left an indelible mark on all who knew her.
Jackie’s untimely passing is mourned by her family, friends, and the community she enriched with her presence. She is now reunited with her parents, Donella Glynn and Patrick Drader, in eternal peace.
She is survived by her loving husband Dave Jones; children Tomie and Carson Tomiyama, Avery and Jaxson Jones; sisters Bobbi Cherpin (Kerry Cherpin), Christie Drader, Kim Dawson (Jamie Dawson), her brother Jason Drader (Jennifer Drader); her nieces and nephews who adored her, and her extended Jones Family.
Jackie’s radiant personality and love for bold style and fashion deserve a send – off as unique and colorful as she was. Let your outfit reflect her joy, creativity and flair for life. Think bright colors, bold patterns and your most fashionable attire.
A Celebration of Jackie’s Life will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta.
To watch the service via livestream, please go to https://www.mbfunerals.com/obituary/JacquelineJackie-Jones
Cremation entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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SAMUELS-FARNELL, Harper SAMUELS – FARNELL On December 24th, 2024 at 11:47 P.M., HARPER DAWN FARNELL came to us as a beautiful sleeping angel.
A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, January 10, 2025 at 1:00 P.M. with Pat Siedlecki officiating. The Funeral Service will be live-streamed and may be viewed through Harper’s obituary on the Cornerstone website.

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

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