Tuesday, April 7, 2026

By Lethbridge Herald Obituaries on April 7, 2026.

RICKERT, Rosalia ROSALIA “ROSA” RICKERT 1933 ~ 2026 Mrs. Rosalia “Rosa” Rickert of Coaldale, beloved wife of the late Mr. Johannes “John” Rickert, passed away surrounded by family at Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at the age of 93 years.
Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be held at 6:00pm on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00am on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at ST. AMBROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 1513 – 23 Avenue, Coaldale with Father Iqbal Khurshid, Celebrant.
Private interment in the Mountain View Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation Cardiac Sciences Capital Campaign (chrfoundation.ca click on Donate and choose the “Cardiac Sciences Capital Campaign).
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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RICHARDSON, Reno RICHARDSON It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Reno Richardson on March 30, 2026 at the age of 64.
Reno was predeceased by both of his parents, Carl and Marie. He leaves to mourn his 3 brothers; Laval (Anita), Mark (Sherry), and Randy, 2 nieces; Trisha (Andre), Shalayne, and one nephew; Murry. Along with 2 great nieces; Sadie and Macy, and 1 great nephew; Wyatt. Reno also leaves behind many family and friends.
A Graveside Service will be held at the Stirling Cemetery on Saturday April 11, 2026 at 11:00am, with a celebration of life immediately following at the Stirling Community Centre.
We would love for those who knew and loved Reno to join us as we honour and remember him.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.salmonandsons.ca

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WEVERS, John JOHN WEVERS 1947 ~ 2026 John passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026, at the Edith Cavell Care Center. In keeping with his wishes, there will be a Celebration of Life between 2:00pm and 4:00pm on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at MARTIN BROTHERS FUNERAL CHAPELS, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta.
It will be a time to share stories, laughter, and memories of a man who made the world better in quiet, steady ways.
John will be deeply missed by his family, his friends, and the countless people whose lives were made brighter by his presence.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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SHADE, Jane SHADE JANE ASHLYNN LANE TIA SHADE, “Calling in the River – Iitsoy’oohkomii” passed away on March 30, 2026 in Lethbridge, AB at the age of 17 years. A Wake Service will be held at Senator Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve on Thursday, April 9 from 6:00 – 11:00 pm. The Funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary’s Immaculate Conception Church, Blood Reserve on Friday, April 10 at 11:00 am. Interment to follow at One Spot Cemetery, Old Agency.
To send a condolence please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca

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FORBES, Catherine “Cathy” FORBES February 19, 1952 – April 2, 2026 Our hearts are shattered by the sudden yet peaceful passing of our dear wife, mom, grandma, and Mammo, CATHERINE “CATHY” ANN FORBES. Surrounded by her loving family, Cathy passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at the age of 74.
In keeping with Cathy’s wishes, a private Family Service will take place on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 1:30 P.M. The Service will be livestreamed, and may be viewed on our website under Cathy’s obituary.

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

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KNELSEN, Henry KNELSEN HENRY A. KNELSEN, beloved husband of Linda Knelsen, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 5, 2026 at the age of 82 years.
Funeral arrangements to be announced once completed.

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

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CROW CHIEF, Clinton CROW CHIEF CLINTON GARY CROW CHIEF, Piinaaw, beloved husband to Victoria Big Sorrel Horse passed away on April 2, 2026 on the Blood Reserve, AB at the age of 65 years. A Wake Service will be held at Clinton and Victoria’s residence on Wednesday, April 8 from 7:00 pm continuing all night. The Funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary’s Immaculate Conception Church, Blood Reserve on Thursday, April 9 at 11:00 am. Interment to follow at the family plot.
To send a condolence please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca

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