Saturday, August 30, 2025

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on August 30, 2025.

ROBINSON, Darrel and Mary Ann DARREL FORD ROBINSON September 17, 1948 – August 14, 2025 MARY ANN ROBINSON December 2, 1951 – October 19, 2022 Darrel Ford Robinson passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025, joining his beloved wife, Mary Ann Robinson, who passed away on October 19, 2022.
Darrel and Mary Ann first met in Lethbridge, where their love story began. They married on February 14, 1970, and together celebrated 53 wonderful years of marriage. Even after Mary Ann’s passing, Darrel continued to share his deep and enduring love for her.
Left to cherish their memories are their two children and their families: Jennifer (Rob) Aldous, Kenzie, and Logan; and Chris (Trish) Robinson, and Jordan; along with extended family and friends.
Darrel will be remembered for his sense of humor, the mischievous twinkle in his eye, and his caring, thoughtful nature.
Mary Ann is fondly remembered for her infectious laugh, her joy in family gatherings, and her love for Christmas and its treasured traditions.
For Darrel and Mary Ann, family was everything. Their love, warmth, and legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew them.
The family will gather privately to celebrate their lives, the memories they created, and a love that truly surpassed time.

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GILMOUR, Ross Ross William Gilmour May 12 1953 – Aug 7 2025 With a heavy heart we are sad to announce the passing of a beloved father, brother, friend and teacher. Ross passed away August 7, 2025 in Courtenay, British Columbia. He will be remembered by many. A private service to be held at a later date.

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MILK, Robert “Bob” MILK We are sad to announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Milk on Sunday, August 24, 2025 at St. Therese Villa.
Bob lived a long and full life starting in Ottawa, Ontario on October 6, 1933. Bob started working at an early age, first job being a caddy at a golf course. Bob was an air cadet at the age of 15 joining the Royal Canadian Air Force, at the age of 19. While stationed at Greenwood Air Force base he met the love of his life – Elsie. They married in 1956, then their adventures began! They went to Goose Bay Labrador, Lahr Germany, Winnipeg, Calgary, Brooks. They finally settled in Lethbridge in 1985.
Bob was a very hard worker, sometimes 3 jobs to support his family. He was an avid sports fan, playing almost every sport there was, probably tiddly winks!
Bob was a very kind man, loving and caring to all who knew him.
To his family he was a husband, dad, grampy and gramps. He knew how much he was loved, and we all knew how much we were loved.
Left behind with broken hearts but so many happy memories are: Steve (Sue), Leanne (Dennis), Sherri (Louis); Honourary daughters Judy and Fay; grandchildren Amanda (Brett), Tanis (Scott), Bradley (Edith), Rob (Niki), Brenda, Melissa (Jeff), Andrew, Russ (Celia), Stefanie (Shane); great grandchildren Alexandra (Donald), Jax (Spencer), Oz (Kalina), Emma, Kam (Chatalee), Larson, Walker, Isabella, Eric, Sophia, Aurora, Olivia, Brooklyn, Link. Wow! Bob you were responsible for a large family!
Bob is also survived by his sister Marg (Gord), Bill (Rose) and David.
Bob was predeceased by his wife of 56 years Elsie, his son Rob, and his grandson Steve. We bet the beer and wine was flowing for your reunion!
A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, September 15 at 1:00 p.m. at Westminster Community Hall – 411 16 Street North.

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MCPIKE-KELLY, Dr. Grace DR. GRACE MCPIKE-KELLY 1944 ~ 2025 It is with deep sadness and love that we share the passing of Dr. Grace Doreen McPike-Kelly.
Grace was born in Lethbridge on April 29,1944. Grace died in Lethbridge Regional Hospital on August 21, 2025. Grace had many health challenges over the years. She fought with courage and determination to overcome them.
Grace is survived by her loving brother Andrew Schaufert; nephew/nieces Larry (Lynne) Andrews, Valerie Schmold (Madeson Zeviar), Karen (Bob) Vanderwater, Denise (Kelly) Goheen and a very dear lifelong friend James McPike. Grace is also survived by numerous grandnieces and grandnephews and many dear friends. She was predeceased by her husband Richard Kelly; parents Victor and Agnes Schaufert; brother Robert Schaufert; sister Evelyn Andrews and her sister-in-law Doris Schaufert.
Grace grew up on a family farm in Coaldale, Alberta. She was very athletic and enjoyed sports of all kinds. Grace was a very outgoing, funny, inviting, warm and loving person. Her warmth, generosity, and kindness left lasting impressions on all who knew her.
Grace had a very successful career as an educator. She earned a PHD in Philosphy from the University of Alberta. Her life work was devoted to improving the education of children in Alberta. Her career took her to Lethbridge, Calgary, Sherwood Park. Upon her retirement, she and Richard moved back to Lethbridge where she enjoyed many years with family and friends.
A passionate traveler, Grace travelled to beautiful places all over the world. She loved cabin life and motor home adventures with family and friends.
Grace will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and loving her.
“When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure” – Anonymous In honour of Grace’s wishes, there will be no service. A private interment for immediate family will take place at a later date.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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HEALY-HUNT, Bryan HEALY-HUNT BRYAN HEALY-HUNT, beloved husband of Tina Healy, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at the age of 71 years.
Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

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BARTHEL, Gerard “Jerry” BARTHEL With sadness, yet with thankfulness to our all-wise God, our family announces the passing of our father, grandfather and great grandfather, GERARD “JERRY” BARTHEL on August 26, 2025 at the age of 92 years. Dad was the faithful husband of Eunice for the past 50 years.
Dad was born in Haarlem, the Netherlands on June 12, 1933 and grew up under the Nazi occupation during WW II. Throughout his life he was ever grateful to those young Canadians who liberated his city in 1945. He became a Canadian with his family in 1950. Two years later he married Betsy Dykslag and together they were blessed with four children. After 18 years of marriage Betsy passed away suddenly. He and his children were devastated but his gracious Lord provided a second wife for him.
Dad inherited his grandfather’s wood working skills and perfected and shared them throughout his life. His business was Triangle Wood Products for 35 years. Also, within that time he taught furniture refinishing for 20 years at the Lethbridge Community College.
Dad was a hard worker and also volunteered his skills for family and friends. He had a sincere love for his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ and was ready to see his face. He enjoyed worship services every Sunday and was an office bearer at Trinity Reformed Church.
Dad had many friends and he will be missed by many. The last 10 years of his life he lived at Elim Village. He was eager to volunteer his skills there. He opened his heart to all the residents and became friends with each one as they moved in to the Elim community. He had a natural ability to make them feel loved and accepted.
He loved his children and he treasured his grandkids as babies and took great pleasure in their accomplishments as they matured. He had many nieces and nephews whom he loved to encourage and acknowledge.
Dad leaves behind to celebrate his life his devoted wife Eunice and his four loving children, son Henry (Sylvia) and their children David (Audrey), Jennifer (William), Jason (Andrea) and Curtis (Alison), son John (Yvonne) and their children Alex (Katie) and Spencer (Cassidy), daughter Adrianna (Rick) and daughter Kim (Peter) and their children Stephanie (Brent), Jessica (Geoff) and Caitlin (John) and 18 great grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother and three sisters and one brother-in-law and one sister-in-law. Dad was predeceased by his young sister, his wife Betsy and his older brother.
If you like you may donate to the Elim Society for Senior Citizens Care in his memory (elimlethbridge.ca)
“Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints” Ps 116: 15 A Graveside Service will be held at ROYAL VIEW CEMETERY, 5920 – 13 Street North, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 10:00 A.M., followed by a Funeral Service at TRINITY REFORMED CHURCH, 1100 – 40 Avenue North, Lethbridge, AB, at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor John van Eyk officiating. The Funeral Service will be live-streamed and may be viewed through Jerry’s obituary on the Cornerstone website.

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

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GRONDAHL, Jorgen GRØNDAHL JØRGEN GRØNDAHL, of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Liz Grøndahl, passed away suddenly at home, surrounded by family on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at the age of 72 years.
Jørgen was born in Denmark and was always a proud Dane. His heritage and respect of that up-bringing were a constant in his life. The early years on a small farm in Denmark with a close family instilled many aspects in him that continued and that he carried long into his fruitful life. Being raised on a small farm initiated how he carried himself, characteristically with a strong will and a strong back.
In his young adult life, he moved to Canada. In Alberta, he found a fondness for life on the prairies. It was a connection to the land that presented inspiration and enjoyment for him. Here he found a place to homestead, live, and raise a family.
Jørgen spent his life in the utmost way, helping others. Gracious and caring are words that hardly pay justice to his efforts and passion. From his days on the road servicing remote customers in Southern Alberta, to his days at the counter as a partsman, then later as a service writer, Jørgen made certain that each person was looked after. He made many friends and touched many lives through his work.
After his formal years of work, Jørgen continued working in the community as a handyman. His diverse skills, developed over many years, came to use in these endeavours. The most prevalent attributes being an eye for detail, and a determination to finish the job fully and correctly. It is difficult to think that there will be anyone else that can match his level.
He also worked as a contractor for SACLA. For many years he supported the agency in small and big repairs. He also supported many people in adapting their homes to be more accessible. He had wonderful relationships with staff and people they support, going above and beyond where he could.
Jørgen was predeceased by his mother, Gurli, his father, Arne, his brother Frede and brother-in-law, Neils, all of Denmark.
He is survived by his wife, Liz Grøndahl, son, Shane Groendahl (Jacki) of Lacombe, daughter Stacey (Tayte) McRae of Bridgewater, son Patrick (Carolanne) O’Hara of Lethbridge, son Darren (Cassandra) O’Hara of Lethbridge, daughter Genavieve (Lyon) Mackay of Lethbridge, sister Aase Grøndahl of Denmark, and brother Erik (Ingelise) Grøndahl of Denmark, and grandchildren, Ezra McRae, Kinsley Bear-O’Hara and Brooke Blakely-Mackay as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.
As per Jørgen’s wishes, there will not be a formal funeral but a Celebration of Life to be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Southern Alberta Community Living Association (sacla.ca) of Lethbridge in his memory.

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

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