Saturday, December 20, 2025
By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on December 20, 2025.
SIOCO, Carlo SIOCO Carlo Antonio Sioco, a devout Christian, beloved husband, father, and son, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 5, 2025, in Calgary, Alberta, at the age of 43. He was surrounded by his loving family. Carlo’s life was a testament to his faith, characterized by his unwavering devotion to his family, a joyful spirit, and a deep love for his community. He had recently realized his dream of moving his family to Canada in 2023 from his lifelong home of Manila, Philippines.A Life of Joy and Faith
Born on April 26, 1982, Carlo spent his childhood with an adventurous and curious spirit. He loved to play the guitar, crank up the CD player loud with local Filipino bands like Eraserheads and Wolfgang, and metal and grunge legends Black Sabbath, Metallica, Soundgarden, and Nirvana. He also practiced martial arts, and enjoyed reading graphic novels.
Carlo was a patient, loyal, and loving brother, son, nephew, and cousin. He is remembered for his big heart. He would not hesitate to help if you needed a ride home, or make you laugh if you’re down, or simply give you the shirt off his back.
He attended Colegio San Agustin – Makati before pursuing a degree in Political Science at the University of Santo Tomas.
Carlo had a distinguished career having worked at M & K Homes, PTT Philippines Corporation, Petron Corporation, and UNIOIL, among others. He was respected by his colleagues for his sharp instincts, reliability, sense of camaraderie, and drive.
Family and Legacy
Carlo’s greatest pride and source of joy was his family. He is survived by his loving wife, Lecil Sioco, and his two precious daughters, Maria Ysabelle Sioco (9) and Tiana Elisha Sioco (6), who were his world. He will be eternally remembered for his selflessness, his commitment to making every moment special for them, and his dedication to raising them in faith.
He is also survived by his loving parents, Leonardo Gabriel Sioco, Jr. and Maria Socorro Rosales Sioco; his three siblings, Jose Leonardo Sioco III (wife Ria Monica Valencia); Maria Carmela Sioco Borden (husband Joshua Tyler Borden); and Miguel Martin Sioco (girlfriend Sandy Cristobal); and his nieces and nephews, Micaela Sioco (7), Aleiah Cavite (7), Benjamin Borden (5), and Elijah Cavite (4 months).
Special Thanks
The family wishes to extend a special thanks to Pastor Tanisha Stromberg of Parallel Church for her steadfast leadership in helping the family through this difficult time; Father Matthew Emmelkamp and Deacon Rick Loftson of Saint Bernard’s Parish in Calgary; and to the doctors, surgeons, nurses of the Foothills Medical Centre Intensive Care Services for their exceptional medical care.
HACKING, Evelyn Evelyn Hacking 1922 – 2025 EVELYN RUBY HACKING, beloved wife of the late Gordon Hacking, passed away at the Taber Hospital on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at the age of 102 years. She spent her last days surrounded by loving family and friends.
Evelyn will be forever missed by her children Lois (Phil) Boras of Coaldale, Keith (Karen) Hacking of Calgary and David (Doris) Hacking of Medicine Hat. She was the loving grandmother of Erin Boras, Cheryl (Matt) Fay, Brett (Lindsay) Hacking, Shawn (Phalen) Hacking, Taryn Hacking (Travis Fox) and Lauren (Jesse) Coleman. She was also the proud great grandmother of Blake Coleman, Ellie Hacking, Rowan Fay, Sloane Fay, Madden Hacking, Elaina Hacking, Kaia Hacking and Kayce Coleman. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Evelyn was predeceased by her husband Gordon (1975); four siblings and their spouses, sister Pearl (N. L. “Mac”) McCartee, brothers Gordon (Betty) Kinzell, Harold (Margaret) Kinzell and Clifford “Bud” (Dora) Kinzell. She was also predeceased by Gordon’s sisters Eileen Hacking, Merle (A. B. “Brin”) Brown and Marjorie (Don) Smith, and his brother Frank Hacking.
Evelyn was born December 22, 1922, to John and Bertha (née Lee) Kinzell, on the family farm three miles south of Retlaw. After completing high school in Taber, she worked as a telephone operator for Alberta Government Telephones for several years. She married Gordon in April of 1946 while he was stationed at the Taber R.C.M.P. detachment. They were transferred to Lomond, then Vauxhall, back to Taber in 1956 and finally posted to Edmonton. The family returned to Taber in 1962 after Gordon retired from the R.C.M.P. to accept the position of Chief of Police.
After her mother’s passing in 1973, Evelyn and her sister Pearl took over the operation of the Kinzell farm. They worked in close partnership until Pearl’s death in 2004.
Evelyn spent countless hours supporting Gordon’s baseball and hockey coaching, including travelling with his teams to tournaments in Alberta and outside the province, in place of family vacations. She was very proud to be recognized as a Life Member of the United Church Women, for her years of service with the Progressive Unit at Knox United Church in Taber. She volunteered with Taber Meals on Wheels and canvassed for various charities throughout the years. Evelyn loved gardening and took pride in maintaining a beautiful yard full of flowers. She considered herself fortunate to have been able to stay in her own home until the age of ninety five.
Evelyn leaves behind a legacy of resilience, quiet faith, and unwavering devotion to her family.
A private burial in the Taber Memorial Garden and celebration of life to honour Evelyn will be held. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com.
The family would like to thank special friends Petra Walters, Tracie Baceda, Betty (Ted) Pike and Sharon (Barry) Ainslie for their care and love for Mom.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778
GREEN, Olive OLIVE AUDREY GREEN 1930 – 2025 Olive Audrey Green passed away peacefully at St. Therese Villa, Lethbridge, Alberta on Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
Olive was born on November 27, 1930, at Doncaster, Yorkshire, England to Herbert and Sarah Butler. She was the eldest of three daughters. From a young age Olive enjoyed art and music and continued these hobbies throughout her life. It was thru music that Mom and Dad met while playing violin in a youth orchestra. They married in 1955 and soon after immigrated to Canada settling in the Toronto area and then Lethbridge in 1978.
Mom pursued her interest in art joining various arts guilds /clubs in Toronto, Mississauga and then Lethbridge. She was a long-standing member of the Lethbridge visual arts community including board member of the Southern Alberta Art Gallery Association and Alberta Foundation for the Arts. A painter in watercolours and acrylic, her work is enjoyed in numerous private collections as well as in the University of Lethbridge and Alberta Foundation for the Arts permanent collections. Mom and Dad were also long time supporters of the Lethbridge Symphony Association.
Mom is survived by her daughters, Dianne (Charles) Clark of Edmonton, Sandra (Paul) Coe of Lethbridge; her son Andrew (Nina) Green of Delta, BC and six grandchildren (Duane and Jeffrey Clark; Michael and Derek Sordi; Christopher and Rachel Green) as well as numerous loving cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband Peter in 2013, parents Herbert and Sarah Butler and sisters Mabel Shaw and Julia Butler Plewes.
A special thank you to the healthcare team at St Therese Villa for Mom’s exceptional care during the final three years of her life.
The family asks that in lieu of cards or flowers, donations be made to The Lethbridge Symphony Association or The Southern Alberta Art Gallery.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00PM on Friday, January 16, 2026, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 ST S, LETHBRIDGE. The service will be livestreamed and may be watched online at https://www.mbfunerals.com/obituaries/green/olive
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MOORE, Harold Harold Ernest Moore Aug 04, 1934 – Dec 12, 2025 We are saddened to announce the passing of Harold, who left us peacefully, surrounded by love. Harold was a devoted husband to Geraldine (Jeri) Moore and a cherished father to Garry (Bev), Bev (Edwin), and Lois, who were by his side at the time of his passing. He is also lovingly remembered by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, as well as Jeri’s children, their spouses, and grandchildren – each of whom held a special place in his heart!
Harold was predeceased by his parents, Harold Sr. and Fern Moore; all of his siblings and their spouses – making him the last of his generation; and his first wife, Marjorie, the mother of his children. He was also predeceased by, and survived by, many nieces and nephews who will remember him fondly.
Raised in the Social Plains area, Harold began raising his family there before moving to Medicine Hat in 1969. Throughout his life, he held several careers, including working with Van Ready Mix, Farm & Industrial Welding, and Halliburton Services. Dad was a skilled and proud carpenter, and with his mix of talents, he proudly built the family home on Higdon Avenue. His craftsmanship lives on through the many treasured pieces he created for his family, friends, and grandchildren. Harold also enjoyed going for drives, and especially dancing – where he met his wife, Jeri.
Special thanks to the compassionate team at Buffalo Grace Manor, who took exceptional care of Harold each day, through his final moments and beyond.
He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him.
To send condolences, please visit http://www.generationsfh.ca
POMMEN, Margaret MARGARET POMMEN 1924 ~ 2025 Mrs. Margaret Pommen beloved wife of the late Mr. Ed Pommen, passed away peacefully at St. Therese Villa on Thursday, December 18, 2025, a month shy of her 102nd birthday.
Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.
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STEBBINS, Joan JOAN STEBBINS OCTOBER 28, 1941 – DECEMBER 13, 2025 Joan Marie Stebbins, of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Lucius Stebbins, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at the age of 84 years.
Joan studied at four different universities in the first 15 years of her marriage to Like, as they both moved from place to place pursuing their educations. She finally earned a B.Fa Degree from the University of Lethbridge, with majors in Literature and Studio Art. She was soon hired by the Southern Alberta Art Gallery as a weekend from desk person, but within a year was invited to assume curatorial work. In a few years, she advanced to Assistant Curator, Associate Curator, Curator, and Director/Curator. She continued in that role for fifteen years, after which she hired a new director and continued as a curator for another fifteen years.
In her span of 30 years as a curator, she traveled throughout Canada, Western Europe, and several American cities doing studio visits with artists. She searched for artists to exhibit in 22 European cities, Ireland, Japan, every major Canadian city, and on multiple visits to galleries and art museums in Eastern U.S.A. She financed her travels and all of her hundreds of exhibitions at the Southern Alberta Art Galleries with grants from Canada Council, Alberta Foundation for the Arts, and granting agencies in six European countries, publishing 181 artist catalogs. For her work as a curator, she was awarded The Order of Canada, an Honored Doctorate Degree, The Queen’s Jubilee Medal, and the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Award in the Arts.
She leaves behind her husband Luke, sons Shawn and Dan, four grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and two brothers.
In lieu of flowers, please take your family to visit the Southern Alberta Art Gallery.
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MOORE, Harold FODER Gerald R. Foder, beloved husband of Rosemary Foder of Lethbridge, Alberta, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on December 16, 2025, at the age of 81.
Gerald is survived and will be fondly remembered by his wife and best friend of 56 years, Rosemary; his children, Teresa Ryan (Jim) and David Foder (Joanne); his four grandchildren, Megan Ryan, Cameron Foder, Rori Ryan, and Sophia Foder; his sister, Diane Parascak (Bill); as well as many nieces and nephews.
It is with great sadness that we share the news of our dad’s death. Our dad was our mom’s best friend, whom he loved deeply. Our mom chose the kindest, most patient, gentle, and intelligent husband. He was an absolutely exceptional father to us.
The grandchildren brought a great deal of joy and happiness to our dad. He was incredibly proud of them all and loved watching them grow and mature into young adults.
Our dad was born on July 28, 1944, at Lethbridge Galt Hospital. He grew up in Lethbridge and Cranbrook, BC, with his parents, Mike and Ethel Foder, and his younger sister, Diane Parascak. Growing up, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family. We recently learned that Grandpa Foder built their first home in Cranbrook – a small, two-bedroom house.
After graduating from LCI (Lethbridge Collegiate Institute), he attended the University of Alberta, where he completed a Bachelor of Science degree, graduating in May 1966. He then moved to Montreal, where he completed a master’s degree in chemistry at Sir George Williams University. While working on his master’s degree, he served as a teaching assistant (lab instructor) at both Sir George Williams University and McGill University.
This is where our parents’ chemistry began as a couple. Our dad was a lab instructor for one of our mom’s lab classes while she was completing her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. They met in 1968 and were married in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, in 1969. While finishing his master’s degree, he attended summer school in Kingston, Ontario, to obtain a teaching certificate at Queen’s University.
Gerald and Rosemary had two children, Teresa and David. Teresa was born in Montreal, Quebec, and David was born in Grimsby, Ontario. In 1971, our parents moved to Grimsby, where Gerald worked as a high school chemistry teacher and Rosemary worked as a nurse. We lived in Grimsby for nine years.
In 1981, our family moved west to Fort Macleod, and in 1983, we relocated to Lethbridge. This move to southern Alberta marked a pivotal period, as our dad transitioned from public service to becoming an independent businessman. He created and grew two successful businesses: Carrier Consulting and Western License and Registry. Carrier Consulting provided legal services for trucking companies, and Western License was a registry agent. He greatly enjoyed developing these businesses and worked extremely hard to help them flourish for our family.
Family time and connections with nature were very important to him. Some of our most memorable holiday trips were to St. Petersburg, Florida; Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; Duck Lake, Montana; Glacier Park; Waterton Park; Campbell River; Fernie; Kimberley; and Fairmont Hot Springs. Fairmont was a particularly special place for Gerald, as he had visited there as a child with his family. He later took our family there when we were young, and eventually, we all returned together with the grandchildren.
Dad had many close, long-time friends whom he cherished. He also enjoyed traveling, hiking, sailing, and motorcycling with family and friends. During retirement, Australia became a special place for our parents. It offered many outdoor activities, opportunities to form lasting friendships, and the chance to explore new places. Snowbird travel to their Australian condo continued throughout retirement for approximately ten years.
Our dad was a cancer survivor. About 17 years ago, he was treated with surgery and radiation to his neck at the Tom Baker Cancer Centre. He was courageous throughout this battle, and we feel incredibly fortunate to have spent many additional years together as a family following his treatment. Over the final year of his life, he received exceptional nursing care in his home, allowing him to remain comfortable there almost until his final days, as he wished.
He was loved by all and will be deeply missed.
FUNERAL SERVICE
Funeral Services will be held at St Augustine’s Church, 411 11 St S, Lethbridge, Alberta on Tuesday, December 23 at 11:00am with Reverend Steve Bateman officiating. Interment to follow at Royal View Memorial Cemetery.
To send condolences, please visit http://www.generationsfh.ca
BOULTON, Monica BOULTON We are saddened to announce the passing of MONICA BOULTON on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at the age of 66.
She is survived by her loving husband Scott, her precious fur baby Lexi and her son Jason Klassen. Also mourning her passing are her brothers and sisters-in-law, Larry, Adella, Nancy, Annamarie and Chris.
Monica worked for many years at the floral department of Canada Safeway where she shared her passion and love of flowers with all the customers she served. She was a voracious reader, but she is probably best remembered for her incredible love of animals.
The family would like to thank the dedicated staff in the ICU Department of the Lethbridge Regional Hospital with taking such good care of Monica. An extra special thank you to Nancy, who stepped up and supported Monica on her final journey.
As per Monica’s wishes there will be no funeral service; however, those that would like to honor her memory may do so by making a donation to the Lethbridge Humane Society, 2920 – 16 Avenue North, Lethbridge, Alberta T1H 5E9.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com
JOHNSON, Sally SALLY JOHNSON 1949 ~ 2025 Mrs. Sally Johnson, beloved wife of the late Mr. Raymond Johnson, passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Monday, December 15, 2025, at the age of 76.
Cremation entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.
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REIMER, Henry HENRY ARTHUR REIMER 1936 ~ 2025 Mr. Henry Arthur Reimer of Coaldale, beloved husband of Mrs. Marian Reimer, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family at Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, December 18, 2025 at the age of 89 years.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00am on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at COALDALE MENNONITE BRETHREN CHURCH, Coaldale Alberta, with Pastor Gary Burke officiating.
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