Tuesday, August 19, 2025

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on August 19, 2025.

LOO, Richard

RICHARD LOO 1933 ~ 2025 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard Loo of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully at Chinook Regional Hospital on Saturday August 16, 2025.
A Celebration of Life will be held in the near future; funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.
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HOUSTON, Erin

ERIN HOUSTON 1968 ~ 2025 Erin Houston of Lethbridge, Alberta, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2025, with her family by her side. She is the beloved wife of Brian Moser and cherished mother to Mackenzie Moser, Aidan Moser (Marcela), and Kale Moser. Erin is also survived by her sister, Sian (Blair) Houston, and Ashleigh Brown.
Born in Belfast, Ireland, on October 22, 1968, to James and Dorothy Houston, Erin immigrated to Canada with her family in 1971. After graduating from LCI, she pursued her education at the University of Alberta and the University of Lethbridge, earning degrees in both Science (B.Sc.) and Education (B.Ed.). Erin was a devoted mother, wife, teacher, coach, and friend. She played many sports, including soccer, water polo, track and field, and was a competitive swimmer. Her love of sport carried into her sons’ lives, as she enthusiastically followed them to hockey games, baseball games, and curling tournaments. Her warmth, generosity, and kindness left a lasting impression on all who knew her. Erin had a remarkable gift for bringing people together and making them feel seen and valued.
A passionate traveler, Erin lived in New Zealand and worked in Australia, Turkey, and Greece. She also explored France, Italy, Spain, Fiji, the UK, and most of North America. Of all her adventures, Waterton held a special place in her heart – a place where she found joy in kayaking, hiking, and soaking in the beauty of nature. Erin embraced life’s simple pleasures: a good book, time spent in nature, yoga, and quiet reflection. She shared a special bond with her beloved dog, Ruby, who was her constant companion on walks and in peaceful moments.
In her 56 years, Erin lived with a vitality and purpose that most don’t achieve in a century. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unwavering integrity.
She will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00p.m. on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at ST. AUGUSTINES ANGLICAN CHURCH, 411 – 11 St S, LETHBRIDGE, AB
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FLEXHAUG, Shirley

FLEXHAUG It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our beloved aunt, SHIRLEY FLEXHAUG.
The eldest of three, Shirley was born in Lethbridge, Alberta, and grew up in Raymond. She worked in retail stores in Lethbridge most of her life. She was an avid basketball and curling fan, and also enjoyed watching baseball occasionally. She loved doing jigsaw puzzles, word searches, and crossword puzzles, and looked forward to the two-pager in the paper’s Boxing Day edition while they had it.
She was predeceased by her parents, Harry and Edna Flexhaug, great-nephew Tanner Flexhaug, brother Larry Flexhaug, and her best friend and sister, Norma Richter. She will be greatly missed by her nieces and nephews, Kim Lissel, Brad (Kami) Flexhaug, Sandi (Aaron) Payne, Trevor (Jenn) Flexhaug, Lonna (Phil) Johansen, Dallen (Marinda) Flexhaug, and numerous great nieces and nephews.
She was stubborn, feisty, had a huge caring heart, and a great sense of humour. She wished to thank the following caregivers and nurses at St. Michael’s – Lauren, Marsha, Maria (Magdalena), and Sarah. They truly took great care of her in her last days and had a very special rapport with her.
At Shirley’s request, there will be no funeral.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

PAWLAK, Frank

PAWLAK FRANK PAWLAK, passed away August 18, 2025, loved and cherished by his wife Jenny, brother-in-law Danny and many special friends.
A private celebration of Frank’s life will be held at a later date.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

LAYTON, Leo

Leo Layton 1940 – 2025 It is with profound sadness and great loss that we announce the passing of Leo Harding Layton in Taber on Sunday, August 17, 2025 at the age of 85 years.
A private burial service will be held at the Taber Memorial Garden on Wednesday, August 20, 2025.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the church prior to the memorial service on Saturday, August 23, 2025 between 10:00 A.M. and 10:40 A.M.
The Memorial Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Taber Stake Centre, 4709 – 50 Avenue, on Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 11:00 A.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 Leo’s obituary page on our website and clicking on the livestream link that will be available at 10:45 A.M. on Saturday, August 23, 2025. Barring any technical difficulties, the livestream will begin at 11:00 A.M.
Leo is lovingly remembered and will be sadly missed by his wife of sixty two years, Diane Bullock Layton and their two sons Blair (Sheila, née Lund) Layton of Calgary and their four children Callin (Meagan) (their family Leo, Louisa and Oscar), Kinsley (Brandon) Phillips (their family Adley and Asher), Shaffer Layton and Preston Layton; son Rob (Sharon, née Alexander) Layton of Taber and their three children Conner (Justys) (their family Dexson and Lillyan), Kenady (Brandon) Demers (their daughter Kazimyrah) and Cole (Bella) (their daughter Miralina). He is also survived by his brothers Jerry (Gail) Layton, Myron (Judy) Layton and Gordon (Gita) Layton; sisters Betty Bird and Barbara Wright; brothers-in-law Rodney Zaugg and Garold (Margaret) Bullock; sisters-in-law Darlene Layton and Elaine Hirshe Wilkes.
He was predeceased by his parents Calvin and Iola Layton; brother Dick Layton; sister Carolyn Zaugg, brothers-in-law Ray Bird, Ken (Jean) Bullock, Doran Wilkes and Delynn Hirsche.
Leo was born May 19, 1940 to Calvin and Iola (née Harding) Layton. He grew up on the family farm south of the sugar factory. Being raised with seven siblings there was a lot of give and take, but also plenty of loving, caring and sharing. Leo was taught at an early age good work ethics and to love his Heavenly Father.
At the age of twenty one, Leo served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to New Zealand. Soon after his return he married his sweetheart Diane Bullock. Leo was born and raised on one end of the section and Diane was born and raised on the other, later they built their home together in the middle. Leo and Diane were blessed with two sons, Blair and Robert. Leo farmed and went to work for Great Plains Supply to supplement their income, later he worked for O & R Irrigation. But the job he loved most was with the Municipal District of Taber, where he worked for thirty five years. Life was good – work all week, enjoy sporting activities with the boys and church on Sunday. When the boys left home and went on their missions, Leo sold the farm and they started enjoying retirement by heading south to Yuma for their winters.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

BENNETT, Leonard “Lavoy”

BENNETT LEONARD “LAVOY” BENNETT, beloved husband of Bernice Stanyar Bennett and the late Corinne Bennett and Jutta Bennett, passed away in Lethbridge, Alberta on Sunday, August 17, 2025 at the age of 83 years.
The Funeral Services will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, South Hill Chapel, Cardston, Alberta on Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Friends may meet the family from 10:00-10:45 a.m. prior to the service. Interment to follow at the Kimball Cemetery.
To Watch the Service Later or send condolences please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca