Wednesday, October 22, 2025
By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on October 22, 2025.
CROMBEZ, Carole CROMBEZ The family of Carole Joan Crombez who passed away August 24th 2025, would like to extend an invitation to all who knew her to a memorial service in her honor. The service will take place Friday, October 24th, 2025 at 11am at Southminster United Church 1011 4 Ave. South, LethbridgeCALLING LAST, Connie CALLING LAST CONNIE MARY CALLING LAST, Aakiikowan, beloved wife of Dennis Bad Arm, passed away on October 6, 2025 in Cardston, AB at the age of 66 years. The Wake Service will be held on Friday, October 24 from 6:00 – 11:00 pm at the Moses Lake Community Hall continuing all night at Dennis and Connie’s residence. The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, October 25 at 12:00 noon at Moses Lake Community Hall. Interment will take place in Blood Band cemetery.
To send a condolence please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca
HEIKKILA, George George Leonard Heikkila April 30, 1939 – October 11, 2025 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of George Heikkila who left us on October 11, 2025 at the age of 86 years.
He was predeceased by his wife Carol; his parents Laurie and Matilda; sister Shirley in infancy; sister Norma Jenks and brothers: Edwin Heikkila, Donald Heikkila and Harry Heikkila.
He is survived by his daughter Donna of Coalhurst, AB; son Rob (Tracy) of Diamond City, AB; grandchildren: Kyle, Cory, Ayla, Taneil and Teague; nephew Darrell Peters of Broadview, SK; sister Edna (John) Peters of Broadview, SK; sister Verna (Harold) Hilts of McCord, SK and brother Doug (Janice) Heikkila of Wapella, SK, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life will be held in the spring with interment in New Finland Cemetery. Updates to follow in the spring.
Online condolences may be made at http://www.tubmanfh.com
GYORFI, Michael MICHAEL GYORFI 1931 ~ 2025 Michael Francis Gyorfi of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late Grace Gyorfi, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025, three weeks before his 94th birthday. Mike will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Margo (Frank) Merkl of Medicine Hat; his grandchildren, Kristin (Tyler) Townsend, Andrea Merkl, Janine Merkl (Curtis Cleveland), Jaimee Gyorfi (Stephen), Kayla (Shaun) Courtney, and Adam (Danielle) Gyorfi; his sister, Kay (Bud) Phillips of Lethbridge; as well as 18 cherished great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his devoted wife, Grace: his parents, Alex and Elizabeth Gyorfi; siblings, Bernard, Alexander Jr and Isabelle; and his sons, Doug and Robert. Born on November 9, 1931, in Bow Island, Alberta, Mike was raised and educated in his hometown. At just 17, he purchased his first quarter section of land from his father, marking the beginning of a lifelong passion for farming. In 1953, he married Grace, and together they built a life rooted in hard work, faith, and family, residing in the Bow Island area for 45 years. He was a well-respected neighbour, friend and businessman. Retirement brought them to Medicine Hat, where they resided in Park Meadows Estates for 25 years. Mike was deeply committed to the advancement of agriculture in southern Alberta. He was instrumental in the development of the first pressurized irrigation distribution system of the St. Mary River Irrigation District (SMRID) – the first of its kind in Alberta. This groundbreaking initiative transformed farming practices in the region and remains a testament to his forward-thinking vision and dedication to improving the lives of local farmers. In addition to his contributions to agriculture, Mike dedicated much of his life to serving his community and advancing education. He was a longtime member of the Bow Island Separate School Board and served faithfully at both the provincial and national levels through the Catholic School Trustees Association, including holding the office of President. He also served on the University of Lethbridge Senate for four years, where his thoughtful guidance and commitment to learning were deeply valued. Beyond his professional and community endeavors, Mike enjoyed curling, hunting, and golf, was a member of the Knights of Columbus, and treasured time spent with family and friends. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Mike’s life at the Funeral Mass and luncheon which will be held at Holy Family Parish on Friday, October 24, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. A private interment will follow at the Bow Island Cemetery. Mike’s legacy of innovation, faith, service, and love will continue to live on in all who knew him.
To leave a message of condolence you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 2V6. Please call 1-866-526-2214 for further information.
FINNERTY, Patricia “Patti” FINNERTY April 10, 1955 – October 20, 2025 PATRICIA “PATTI” LYNN FINNERTY (née Sinclair) passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge, AB, on Monday, October 20, 2025, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Patti was born in Hanna, Alberta and raised in Delia, Alberta on the family farm.
She is survived by her husband Dale; daughter Tricia (Shaun) of Lethbridge, AB and their children Kalem, Rylynn, and Karsen; son Ryan (Emma) of Manchester, U.K, and their children Novalie and Charlie. She is also survived by her siblings Ken (Mary) Sinclair and Marilyn Adam and numerous nieces and nephews. Patti was predeceased by her parents, John and Gladys Sinclair.
Her grandchildren were her greatest pride and joy. She gave them the kind of unconditional love that only a grandmother could. Patti had a special gift for making everyone feel valued and cared for, and her kindness and generosity will be remembered by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Patti was the heart of her family – a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother whose compassion touched all who knew her.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Patti’s memory to the Jack Ady Cancer Centre in Lethbridge, AB.
A Celebration of Life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, October 24, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. The Celebration will be live-streamed and may be viewed through Patti’s obituary on the Cornerstone website.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
STEVENS, Mike STEVENS MIKE STEVENS, of Lethbridge, AB, beloved husband of Cathy Stevens, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at St. Michael Health Centre – Palliative Care Unit, on Monday, October 6, 2025, at the age of 74 years.
A Celebration of Mike’s life to recognize his service and sacrifice will be held at THE LETHBRIDGE TRADE & CONVENTION CENTRE (formerly known as Agrifood Hub), 101 Exhibition Way South, Lethbridge, AB, on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. with Firefighter Chaplain Pastor Ralph Molyneux officiating. The Celebration will be live-streamed and may be viewed through Mike’s obituary on the Cornerstone website.
In memory of Mike, donations may be made to A New Dawn Foundation (anewdawnfoundation.com), supporting families of first responders.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
WARD, Gary WARD GARY KEITH WARD Sr., of Lethbridge, beloved husband of the late Mary Ward, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Monday, October 20, 2025 at the age of 93 years.
Gary is survived by his sister Joy Nisgard; daughter, Elizabeth (Michael Gaudet) and Liz’s family: Chad Dunn, Nicky Dunn and their family Kylee, Kyra, and Josh Dunn; son, Bob Ward (Jude Haller) and his family Catherine (John Stewart), Mackenize, and Brody; and son, Gary Ward (Michelle Elder) and their family Courtney (Jared Koch), Levi and Abigail, Brittany and Lindsay.
Gary was predeceased by his loving wife of 65 years who he loved and missed dearly since her passing in 2021. Gary was also predeceased by his son-in-law Gordon Wiggil, his brother-in-law John Nisgard, and his very special nephew Mike Schimanski.
Dad grew up in the Crowsnest Pass, Bellevue, AB. His favorite past time when he was young was hiking the trails in the mountains with his dog. As he grew older, he worked in the mines and the local bakery. Many don’t know this but there was a gang called the Night Riders who rode horses in Bellevue. Dad would tell us stories of his gang and the trouble they would get into with the law. We laugh now at those stories but eventually his mom sent him to live in Calgary to live with his aunt to get his away from the trouble. The Night Riders were well known in the Pass as trouble makers. As far as we know dad was the last member of the gang until his passing.
Dad met mom through family members who were pen pals. They eventually married in 1955 and recently, celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary before mom passed away. After they were married, they lived in the Pass for a while but eventually work was hard to find so they moved to Calgary and then settled in Lethbridge. This is where dad eventually got on with the City of Lethbridge and drove city bus for 32 years, retiring in 1993. Over the years, they enjoyed camping and spending time with their children and grandchildren.
We would like to say a special thank you to Dr. Lagadin, the nurses and caregivers of Floor 4B at the Chinook Regional Hospital for their professional help with Dad. Their kindness, warmth, compassion, and manners were absolutely amazing.
As per Dad’s wishes, we will be having a private service. In dad’s memory, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society (cancer.ca)
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
OSEEN, Larry LARRY OSEEN 1937 ~ 2025 Mr. Larry Oseen, of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Patricia “Pat” Oseen, passed away at the Extendicare Fairmont on Friday, October 17, 2025, at the age of 87 years.
Larry will be privately remembered by his loving family.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.
BROWN, Annette ANNETTE BROWN 1933 ~ 2025 Mrs. Annette Brown, of Lethbridge previously Calgary, beloved Wife of Burt Brown, passed away at Edith Cavell Care Centre on Friday, October 17, 2025, at the age of 91 years.
Cremation entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapel.Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.
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