Friday, March 28, 2025

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on March 28, 2025.

GAUMONT, Christopher Christopher Micheal Gaumont March 26th, 1972 – March 12th, 2025 Christopher Micheal Gaumont, 52, passed away in the early morning of March 12, 2025.
His passing was unexpected by all who knew, loved and cherished him. Chris is survived by his wife, Stacey Gaumont (Medicine Hat); daughter, Kylie; father, Dennis Gaumont of Picture Butte; brother, Marc Gaumont (Sherri) of Lethbridge; as well as nieces, Brette and Kadi; mother & father-in-law, Nina & Craig Cockburn of Medicine Hat. He also has numerous aunts, uncles, cousins who will think of him lovingly, always. Chris was predeceased by his mother, Rita Gaumont (nee Weisgerber) with whom he had a special bond and friendship.
Chris was known far and wide. With friends literally scattered in small towns across the prairies, he will be remembered as a man whom held strong to traditional values and as a regular guy with a giant heart. His infectious laugh, his unmistakable voice, his extra-large personality and his giving spirit were truly unique to him. He loved his life; fighting for it and his family with his last heartbeat.
A funeral service led by Father Roque will be held in Chris’ honour at Saint Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church in Medicine Hat on Saturday May 31, 2025 at 1pm.
A social with refreshments and snacks will be held afterwards on ground level in the social room at 2pm, to be followed with a lantern release from the church lawn slated for approximately 3:45pm.
Condolences may be made at http://www.gracememorial.com. Arrangements have been made by GRACE MEMORIAL AFFORDABLE BURIAL AND CREMATION, 1924 10th Ave NW, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1C 1T5. Ph: 403-905-0440 info@gracememorial.com

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DAY RIDER, Wyatt DAY RIDER Wyatt Taylon Justice Day Rider “Piita”, passed away on March 22, 2025 on Blood Reserve, Alberta at the age of 28 years.
A wake service will be held at the Tanner Senior Centre, Cardston on Monday, March 31, 2025 from 6:00 – 11:00 pm. A funeral service will be at Senator Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve on Tuesday, April 1 at 12:00 pm. Interment to follow at Heavy Head Cemetery, Blood Reserve.
To send a condolence please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca

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WILDMAN, Janet WILDMAN, Janet Mary May 4, 1934, in Gillingham, Dorset March 24, 2025, in Calgary, Alberta It is with heavy hearts that the family shares the passing of Janet Wildman, mother, grandmother and great- grandmother. Janet is survived by her 3 children, 5 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Janet was predeceased by her husband Leslie Wildman.
At Janet’s request there will be no funeral. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice.
The stars are bright tonight lighting your way home into the loving arms of those who have gone before you. Reunited with your true love to dance among the stars. Home at last and at peace. You are loved beyond measure and will be lovingly remembered by all your family and friends. Photos, memories and condolences may be shared with Janet’s family through http://www.evanjstrong.com.
Arrangements in care of EVAN J. STRONG FUNERAL SERVICES SOUTH. (403) 265-1199

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REIMER, Ben BEN REIMER 1931 – 2025 Bernhard Reimer, beloved husband of the late Margaret Reimer, passed away in Bow Island on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at the age of 94 years.
Further information will follow once arrangements have been finalized.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

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VAN ZYL, Jacob JACOB VAN ZYL 1935 – 2025 It is with sadness we announce the passing of Jacob Van Zyl, who passed away in Calgary on Wednesday March 19, 2025, at the age of 89.
Jacob lived in Lethbridge for the last 31 years with his wife Anna who passed away in 2018. Jacob and Anna attended the Maranatha Christian Reform Church during this time and enjoyed worshipping with other believers in Jesus. Jacob regularly wrote a short piece for the Lethbridge Herald community/faith page with focus on regular life and the world and how it all relates to God and his love for us. Jacob and Anna loved the mountains, especially Waterton Park.
Jacob was born in Prieska, South Africa and grew up with his brother and two sisters. His parents were farmers. After high school a local farmer gave him a no-interest loan to study to become a pastor. He met his wife Anna at university, and they loved each other until their deaths. Jacob also studied psychology and worked most of his time in South Africa at an alcohol and drug rehabilitation center run by the church. There he could combine faith and psychology to treat those in need.
When Jacob was younger, he enjoyed weightlifting, working on his car and going to the beach. In later years his passion was photography, especially birds and flowers.
Jacob leaves behind his son Karel, Karel’s wife Theresa and two grandchildren, Meaghan and Riley.
He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Anna.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am, on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at MARANATHA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH, 260 McGill Blvd. W, Lethbridge, Alberta.
Memorial donations may be made to Streets Alive in Lethbridge, Alberta http://www.streetsalive.ca
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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CRYING HEAD, Shania SHANIA CRYING HEAD 1998 – 2025 Ms. Shania Crying Head of Lethbridge passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at the age of 27 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am, on Friday, March 28, 2025, at GLADSTONE HALL, Blood Tribe, Alberta, with Jack Curly Rider, officiating.
Interment will follow at St. Catherine’s Cemetery, Standoff, Alberta.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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SCHUMACHER, Ruth SCHUMACHER RUTH CAROLINA SCHUMACHER, beloved wife of the late Alex Hubert Schumacher, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Sunday, March 23, 2025, a day shy of her 104th birthday.
Ruth is survived by her children: Leonard, Linda (James), Judy, Dean (Elaine), and Denise (James); as well as 12 grandchildren, 13 great- grandchildren, two great-great- grandchildren; and two sisters-in-law.
She was predeceased by her parents; as well as three brothers and one sister.
Ruth was born March 24, 1921 in Major, Saskatchewan to Fred and Francis Peterson. She worked at Swift Current Union Hospital and later, the Municipal Hospital in Lethbridge. She retired in 1987, and she and Alex spent their days together camping and gardening. Ruth was a trail blazer, far ahead of her time and had a zest for life that was unmatched. Full of vigor, she was spicy and always up for a laugh or a walk outdoors. No one could keep up to her.
The family would like to extend thanks to the team at Chinook Regional Hospital Emergency Room and Medicine Ward for their care in her final hours and everyone at Heritage Lodge where she lived the past ten years.
As Ruth would say, “The old grey mare, just ain’t what she used to be.”
At Ruth’s request, no formal funeral service will be held. In memory of Ruth, in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heritage Lodge Social Fund, 601 6th Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J 2E4.

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

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BRADEN, Arnold BRADEN ARNOLD EMIL BRADEN, of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Celina Braden, passed away peacefully, with family by his side at St. Therese Villa, on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at the age of 88 years.
Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.

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

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SKWAREK, Esther SKWAREK ESTHER SKWAREK, beloved wife of the late Frank Skwarek, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025 at the age of 87 years.
Left to mourn, are her children, Eldon, Glenn, Lorraine, Sandra and Valerie.
A Private Service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers or donations, Esther requested that you do a random act of kindness in her memory.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.salmonandsons.ca

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LINITSKI, Eva EVA LINITSKI January 19, 1924 – March 24, 2025 She knew more and was more than she ever let on.
Service details to be announced when completed.
To send condolences, please visit http://www.generationsfh.ca

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ALLEN, Barry BARRY ALLEN 1944 – 2025 Mr. Barry Norman Allen of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Rosemarie Baier-Allen, passed away at St. Michael’s Health Centre on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at the age of 80 years.
Barry will be remembered privately by his family and friends. Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Riverview Chapel.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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