Tuesday, May 27, 2025
By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on May 27, 2025.
BLACK PLUME, Japheth BLACK PLUME Japheth Bob Black Plume, passed away on May 12, 2025 in Edmonton, Alberta at the age of 30 years.A wake service will be held at the Levern Community Hall, Blood Reserve, Alberta on Thursday, May 29, 2025 from 6:00 – 11:00 pm and then to Jacinta Bear’s residence all night. A funeral service will also be at Levern Community Hall on Friday, May 30 at 1:00 pm. Interment to follow at Pioneer Cemetery, Blood Reserve.
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ALLRED, Alice Alice Allred
1947 – 2025
Surrounded by a loving family and the amazing care givers at the Taber Hospital, Alice Melind Allred (née Douglas), passed from this life to finally be reunited with her late husband Carl Gary Allred on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at the age of 77 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, May 29, 2025 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. and also at the church prior to the funeral service on Friday, May 30, 2025 between 10:00 A.M. and 10:40 A.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Taber Stake Centre, 4709 50 Avenue, Taber on Friday, May 30, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. The Burial Service will be held at the Temple Hill Cemetery, Raymond at 2:30 P.M. 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 Alice’s obituary page on our website and clicking on the livestream link that will be available at 10:45 A.M. on Friday, May 30, 2025. Barring any technical difficulties, the livestream will begin at 11:00 A.M.
Alice is survived by her two sons and their families Gary (Charlotte) Allred of Taber and their daughters Mackenzie Melind Allred (Trevor Feist) and their child Rebel Melind, Prairie (Dylan) Neufeld and their children Kyden, Hazel and Wrenlee, Abbey Allred (Troy Weston) and Daisy Allred (Brandan Brazzoni); Heath (Shareen) Allred of Springville, Utah and their children Angela Allred, Ashlyn (Moroni) Black and their child Imoen, and Nathan Allred. She is also survived by her brother Kent (Crystal) Douglas; sister Kim (Rick) Balazs; brother-in-law Bruce Heggie.
She was predeceased by her husband Gary Allred; twin sister Dallas Heggie; parents Barbara Christian and Milo Douglas.
Alice entered this life as an identical twin on May 30, 1947 in Milk River. Alice (aka Good heart and Gammie) brought light and laughter to every room she entered and left a pink sparkle everywhere she went.
Having patterned her life after the teachings and example of her Saviour, Alice had a fierce love of family that influenced every thought and action in her life. Her family was her most prized blessing. Tradition and heritage is something she prepared to leave behind for all her posterity to carry with them for generations to come. Whether it be a recipe, jewelry, something handmade, Alice painstakingly gathered and labelled treasures for all she would leave behind someday.
Alice learned many skills under the loving hands of her mother and grandmother, but was always eager to learn something new and in turn to share with and teach others.
Her greatest joy was in the rumbling chaos and laughter of her family, the many gatherings of us all and the extras we would bring into our fold. Gammie sat quietly in her chair smiling adoringly at fruits of her labour.
Alice will be painfully missed by all who were touched by her smile and laughter, her tough fighting spirit and her absolute joy in the beauty that surrounded her. She will be treasured through all the memories and gifts she has left behind and in every lady bug that crosses your path.
An extended thank you to all the healthcare workers who respectfully cared for Alice these last few years, as well as to Susie.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.
KAUPP, Gordon GORDON HOWARD KAUPP 1957 ~ 2025 With heavy hearts we write to advise you that Gordon Kaupp passed away on May 14, 2025, with family at his bedside at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital. Gordon was born October 28, 1957. He would say that he was a 57 Chevy.
Gordon loved his life. He had many happy moments growing up on the family farm a mile west of New Dayton, Alberta. Gordon played sports with his brothers, including hockey and baseball as well as other pursuits such as curling. We were farmers and athletes.
Gordon loved his parents, Howard and Frankie, and attended many family get-togethers and parties in the beautiful yard at the farm. Gordon learned much from his farm life, including mechanics, the love of fast cars, and his fondness for beer.
In April of 1978, Gordon married the love of his life, Pam Frache. They were married for 47 years and had three children: Kim, Curtis and Tyler. Gordon was very proud of his children and four grandchildren: Bailey, Reece, Ally and Aria. Gordon and Pam and the kids loved country music. It was like oxygen to them. The family attended many concerts in the U.S. and Canada. There were happy nights dancing together with the kids to a country tune. Gordon also owned a boat with his brother, and there were many fine memories fishing and water skiing.
Gordon enjoyed watching sports including hockey, football and baseball. He won many curling bonspiels with his brother Bill, Farley Kuehn and Bill Paulson. As a young man, Gordon attended SAIT in Calgary to study heavy duty mechanics. He also did plumbing and got a certificate in refrigeration. Gordon worked at the County of Warner for over 30 years and retired with a good pension. He started a baseball pool many years ago with Carson Mueller and won the pool a few times.
Gordon had his faults, as do we all, but he never thought he was better than anyone. Gordon made friends easily and will be greatly missed. Gordon Kaupp was 67.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 4:00PM, MAY 31, 2025, AT THE LETHBRIDGE FAIRGROUNDS GRANDSTAND BUILDING, ROCKY MOUNTAIN TURF CLUB, 3401 PARKSIDE DRIVE SOUTH, LETHBRIDGE, Alberta, on the 3rd floor. Bring your Gordie stories!
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BADER, Helen HELEN BADER 1932 ~ 2025 Mrs. Helen Bader of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Erwin Bader, passed away at St. Michael’s Palliative Care Centre on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at the age of 92 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00am on Thursday, May 29, 2025 at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta. With burial to follow in the Mountain View Cemetery.
For those who wish, memorial donations in Helen’s name may be made to the St. Michael’s Palliative Care Centre.
To watch the Service via livestream, please visit https://youtube.com/live/l8ig-coO6W8?feature=share
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MORRIS, Georgia GEORGIA MORRIS 1934 – 2025 It is with profound sadness that the family of Georgia Morris (nee Tallon) announce her passing at Edith Cavell Care Centre in Lethbridge on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the age of 90.
In lieu of flowers, and if you desire, donations will be graciously accepted by Trinity United Church at PO Box 957 Picture Butte, AB T0K 1V0.
A Memorial Service will be held for Georgia at 11:00AM, FRIDAY MAY 30, 2025, AT THE MCKILLOP UNITED CHURCH, 2329 15 AVENUE SOUTH, LETHBRIDGE, Alberta, with Reverend Glenda Wert officiating.
To watch the Service via livestream, please visit https://www.mckillopunited.ca/funerals
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SEREDA, Mary MARY SEREDA 1939 ~ 2025 Mary Sereda (nee Ponomar), better known to most as Baba, left her earthly home to live peacefully with her eternal Father, Wednesday, May 14, 2025 after a lengthy battle with dementia. Although dementia took away some of her cognitive abilities, it did not diminish her spirit or love for us.
Mom was born in Novy Buh, Ukraine on Aug 3, 1939, to Yuchim and Ahafia Ponomar. Her family left Ukraine and moved to Germany for several years before boarding the Ship S.S. Samaria in France on November 21, 1949, to arrive at Pier 21 in Halifax on November 30, 1949. They then boarded the train west to Magrath where they worked on the beet fields.
On a cold winter day in December of 1955, mom met dad (Alex Sereda) and the two were engaged on her birthday in 1956 and married October 27 the same year. Mom and Dad lived in Lethbridge until they were expecting their first child, Leona. That fall Mom and Dad bought their own farm in the Newlands district west of Kipp. The family grew; Peter, Zoia, and Irene completed their family. In 1964, they moved to the farm in Shaughnessy where they resided until 2004. At that time, Mom and Dad sold the farm and retired to Lethbridge. In 2017 they moved into St. Therese Villa. Mom was moved to Memory Care in September 2020. We are grateful for the care and support she received during her challenging journey.
Mary was predeceased by her father, Yuchim in 1964; mother, Ahafia, in 1973; great-granddaughter Cora Kraemer August 2015; husband Alex Sereda in December 2021; and grandson Kelly Kraemer in January 2022.
Mom is survived by daughter Leona (Kevin) Kraemer; Jason (Jackie) Jaxon, Jonas; son Peter (Lori) Sereda, Nicholas (Kristie), Westin, Montgomery, Beau; Nathan (Naomi); Nolan, Isabella; Nevin (Charlee); daughter Zoia (Daryl) Schacher, Tanessa Holden, Macrae, Payce; Braeson (Katherine); daughter Irene (Gord) Schussler, Jaylene (Lance) Maren, Rhett, Lindi; Deiryk (Hannah) Hunter, Garrett, Kaleb, Marijka, Jed; Clayton (Myriah).
Mom is remembered for her gentle, easy-going and fun-loving nature, support, and unwavering love.
We love you dearly and forever.
Many thanks to the staff of St. Therese Villa and Dr. Stitt for their great care of mom over the years.
A Come and Go Viewing will be held from 6:30 to 8:00 pm on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 STREET SOUTH, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Funeral Service will be held at THE HOLY TRINITY UKRAINIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH, 643 – 13 Street N, Lethbridge, Alberta on Friday May 30, 2025, at 1:00 pm with Father Nazari Kobylniak, officiating.
Interment will take place in the Mountain View Cemetery
In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation by sending a cheque made out to Covenant Health-St. Therese Villa, 253 Southgate Blvd, Lethbridge AB T1K 2S1 with a note “in memory of Mary and Alex Sereda”.
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AINSCOUGH, Dorothy AINSCOUGH It is with heartfelt sadness that the family of DOROTHY JANE AINSCOUGH (n̩e JODREY), beloved wife of the late Ralph Ainscough, announces her peaceful passing on Thursday, May 22, 2025 Рjust shy of her 89th birthday.
Dorothy leaves behind a loving legacy and is survived by her children, Larry Ainscough of Coaldale, Debbie (Brian) Rains of Spruce Grove, Karen (Pat) Smith of Lethbridge, Katie Ainscough of Lethbridge, Allen (Charene) Ainscough of Lac du Bonnet, and Richard (Deb) Ainscough of Coaldale.
She is also survived by 14 grandchildren, 23 great- grandchildren, her sisters Suzanne (Jim) Kinasewich and Bernice (Chuck) Briggs, numerous in-laws, nieces and nephews.
Dorothy was predeceased by her parents, Margaret & Matt Spencer and Gordon & Caroline Jodrey; her in-laws, Albert & Rose Ainscough; her brother Bob Spencer; and her daughter-in-law Connie Ainscough.
Dorothy was born in Coutts, AB in 1936. She had a vibrant spirit and a generous heart. She loved her family deeply and expressed her joy through music, especially playing the piano, gardening, painting, and sewing. Dorothy was a proud and dedicated member of the Catholic Women’s League for over 65 years.
The family would like to extend their sincere thanks to Dr. Walton, Dr. Shukkoor, and the entire staff of Unit 3B at Chinook Regional Hospital, with special appreciation to Dr. Leam. Our gratitude also goes to the caring staff of the 2100 Unit at Fairmont Extendicare.
A Prayer Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825-32 St. S., Lethbridge, on Monday, June 2nd, at 7:00 P.M.
A Funeral Mass will he held at ST. PETER’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 301-Main St., Milk River, on Tuesday, June 3rd, at 11:00 A.M., with Father Pawel Andrasz, Celebrant. A private interment will follow at the Milk River Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made in Dorothy’s name to a charity of your choice.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
KOMETZ, Dorothy KOMETZ DOROTHY BARBARA KOMETZ (née Kurtz) of Lethbridge, AB, passed away peacefully at Good Samaritan Park Meadows on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at the age of 90 years.
A Service of Remembrance will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME – 2825 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Lee Loveridge officiating.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
GRAHAM, Kenneth “Ken” GRAHAM KENNETH “KEN” LEROY GRAHAM, beloved husband of Sally Graham, of Lethbridge, passed away in Lethbridge on Saturday, May 24th, 2025, at the age of 72 years.
Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
WOLF CHILD, Bruce WOLF CHILD Makoyii’pooka – BRUCE WOLF CHILD passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on May 22, 2025. Survived by his loving wife Issa’pakiyii – Anne-Marie Wolf Child. The Wake service will be held on Friday, May 30 at the Bruce Wolf Child residence from 6 P.M. – 11 P.M. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 31 at the University of Lethbridge in the Science Commons Building starting at 12 P.M. Interment to follow at St. Paul’s cemetery, Blood Reserve. The feast will take place at Bruce Wolf Child’s residence. Asking all headdress owners to wear your headdress for the service.
To send a condolence please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca
VERVOORT, Guy VERVOORT GUY DENIS VERVOORT passed away on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at the Chinook Regional Hospital with family by his side. Guy is predeceased by his first wife of 58 years, Wilma; by his parents Peter and Regina; brothers Gus, Louie, and Frank; and sisters Jean and Julian.
Guy is survived by his second wife of 5 years, Ruth Rittenhouse; sons Guy (Mary Helen), Ron (Corinne), Denis (Mary-Ann), and Richard (Joanie). Guy has 9 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Guy is also survived by his sisters Mary, Josee, and Hilda; and in-laws Jack and Mary, Gerrit, Grad and Annie, Mary, and Irma and Bill.
Prayers will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825-32 St. S., Lethbridge, on Thursday, May 29th, at 6:00 P.M.
A Funeral Mass will be held at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405-12 Ave. S., on Friday, May 30th, at 11:00 A.M., with Father Kevin Tumback, Celebrant.
Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
VAN HUIGENBOS, Peter VAN HUIGENBOS PETER VAN HUIGENBOS, of Claresholm, AB, beloved husband of Abigaile Van Huigenbos, passed away suddenly during a workplace accident on Saturday, May 24, 2025 at the age of 37 years.
Funeral arrangements will be announced when completed.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
COLEMAN, Reginald COLEMAN REGINALD HUGH COLEMAN, otherwise known as Rockin’ Reggie, passed away on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at the age of 67 years.
As per Reg’s wishes, there will be no service. If you wish to remember Reg, support live music or consider a donation to CADS, Castle Mountain.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
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