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Charles Thomas Hougen, beloved husband of Linda Hougen of Foremost, passed away at the Bow Island Health Centre on Thursday, March 11, 2010 at the age of 61 years. Besides his loving wife Linda, Charlie is survived by three children and their families, Gale (Darcy) Huisman of Foremost and their children Kyle, Eric &Jaiden; Mark Hougen of Foremost; Tracy (Greg) Seefried of Foremost and their children Adam & Jenna. He is also survived by his mother Peggy Hougen of Bow Island, sister Terry (Mike) Chiarizia of Cochrane and their children Lee & Danny and by his father-in-law Frank Heck of Bow Island. He was predeceased by his father Trygve Hougen and his mother-in-law Vale Heck. Charlie was born in Lethbridge on December 8, 1948. In 1968 Charlie married Linda Heck and remained in Foremost where they raised their three children. That same year, Charlie started working for the County Of Forty Mile as a Heavy Equipment Operator. He continued to work for the County and eventually became their Licensed Partsman. During his forty two year career with the County, the last fourteen have been special years as he has worked closely with his son Mark during this time. When Charlie was younger, he enjoyed playing almost every sport. He was a member of the local baseball team, golf club and curling club. Charlie was also an active member of the Foremost Elks club and he served with the local ambulance and fire department for many years. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and has left his family with memories from the many camping trips they took together. Charlie will be sadly missed by his many friends and family who knew his door was always open but most of all, by his five beautiful grandchildren who were the light in his life and the stars in his sky. He enjoyed them more than life itself. A private family funeral service will be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Foremost with Reverend Fred Monk officiating. Burial to follow at the Foremost Cemetery. In keeping with Charlie’s wishes for a private family funeral, his friends are reminded that he didn’t want you to mourn him but to raise a glass in his honour. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Charlie’s name may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, Box 2211, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4K7.
David Richard Hay, beloved husband of Olive Hay, passed away peacefully in Taber on Sunday, February 21, 2010 at the age of 90 years. He was a devoted father to Richard (Jo-Ann) Hay of Taber, Carol (Lloyd) Thompson of Warner and Janet (Rodney) Ober of Coaldale; grandfather to Chris (Jen) Hay, Beau (Denise) Hay, Quin Hay, Mark (Naomi) Thompson, Ty Thompson, Levi (Heather) Ober and Clay Ober; great grandfather of eight. Dave was born on November 8, 1919 in Red Deer where he was raised and educated and where he met the love of his life. After serving in the RCAF overseas for four years, he came home and they were married. They first settled in Prince Rupert then Vegreville and finally moved to Lethbridge in 1967. Dad worked for the Singer Sewing Company for over fifty years. Afer retirement, dad was bored, so he went to work for Sheets Grain Systems. He also helped widows and widowers with their war pensions, and benefits when they were unable to; even traveling to Toronto on their behalf. Dad loved animals, and you could always find a cat or dog curled up on his knee, and a smile on dad’s face. Dave loved to travel, spending many family vacations in the Okanagan, traveling numerous times to Hawaii, Arizona, England and Madeira. He was an incredible craftsmen. As a hobby he started carving plastic and took first place at the Pacific Nationial Exhibition with his work. He loved photography, and took many beautiful pictures, his favourite being pictures of flowers. Dad was an avid curler, and skipped his rink to win an Alberta Legion Championship. He also loved a good game of pool, and was Alberta Senior Champion two times. A private family graveside service will be held at the Taber Memorial Garden prior to the funeral service on Saturday, February 27, 2010. The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Saturday, February 27, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Bob Wallace officiating. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Dave’s memory may be made directly to the Alzheimer’s Society for Lethbridge and Area, 402, 740 – 4 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 0N9. A special thank you to the Taber Extendicare for the wonderful care, and compassion in looking after dad.
Eric James Himel, beloved husband of Mae Himel of Vauxhall, passed away unexpectedly in Taber on Sunday, February 14, 2010 at the age of 70 years. Besides his loving wife Mae, Eric is survived by his daughter Rebecca (Dennis) Lupul of Foisy and their children Larissa & Nicholas; son John Himel of Chemainus, British Columbia; brother Nolan (Gail) Himel of White Castle, Louisiana and by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and in-laws throughout Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia and Louisiana. He was predeceased by his parents Nolan & Grace Himel. Eric was born in Donaldsonville, Louisiana on June 2, 1939 and was raised on a sugar cane farm near White Castle, Louisiana. After attending Louisiana State University, he pursued his love of planes and joined the United States Air Force, stationed at F.E. Warren Air Force Base. During his time at F.E. Warren, he met Mae Romig who was also serving at the base and they were married August 22, 1964. In 1966 they immigrated to Canada and settled in Vauxhall where they have resided since. Eric was employed with Pro Motors and later McFadden Honda. He coached junior high boys basketball for a few years and kept score for the senior high teams. Eric had many interests and hobbies which included hunting white tail deer and antelope, the game of basketball and automobiles. He made remote control cars and airplanes and collected knives and swords. He enjoyed creole food, Bonsai plants, video games and computers. Eric will be privately remembered by his family and friends. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Eric’s name may be made directly to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 207, 542 - 7 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2H1.
Shirley Yvonne Higgins, beloved wife of Terence Higgins of Vauxhall, passed away in Lethbridge on Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at the age of 73 years. Besides her loving husband Terence, Shirley is survived by her daughters Bonny & Mel Wiebe of Lethbridge, Bev (formerly a Jensen) & Michael Barbour of Mountain View and Judy & Stewart Davison of Cache Creek, British Columbia; eight grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Joyce & Pete Odland of Coaldale, brother Joe & Phyllis Higgins of Brooks; brother-in-law Lloyd & Doris Higgins of Taber as well as by numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her daughter Andrea Higgins, grandson Terence Webster Higgins, a sister Madeline Collins and brother-in-law Corky Collins. Shirley was born in Cardston February 9, 1936 to Joe & Yvonne Higgins. In her early years she was educated at Cache Creek, British Columbia and her high school years were spent in Vauxhall. Eventually Shirley returned to British Columbia where she began raising her girls. In 1968 she returned to Vauxhall where she met Terence Higgins and they were married October 8, 1976 and have remained in Vauxhall ever since. Shirley loved spending time with her family. They were the most important to her. She loved taking care of people over the years - whether it was cooking a meal and sharing it or giving a ride to Taber. Shirley was a member of the Vauxhall Seniors and the Royal Canadian Legion. She loved wood working, oil painting and quilting. She loved the outdoors and enjoyed spending time tending the flowers in her yard. Shirley loved animals - and will be missed by her cat Sweet Pea. Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Sunday, February 7, 2010 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. A private family burial will be held at the Vauxhall Cemetery prior to the funeral service on Monday, February 8, 2010. The Funeral Service will be held at the Vauxhall Mennonite Brethren Church, 320 - 9 Street North, Vauxhall on Monday, February 8, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Mel Wiebe officiating. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Shirley’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2M7.
Lorendena “Lori” Brigitta Henry, beloved wife of Eulan Henry, passed away in Taber on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at the age of 91 years. She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Eulan; children Lyndon Henry (Susan Keiver) of Taber and Mildred (Lorne) McNarland of Kelwood, Manitoba; daughter-in-law Janet (Bruce) Stetar of Whitefish. Lori was blessed with eleven grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers Bert (Isabel) Kemmet, Bob Kemmet; sister-in-law Priscilla Kemmet; brother-in-law Tom Davies as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son Carson; sisters Laverne Davies and Amanda Kemmet; brother Harold Kemmet; sister-in-law Arnie Kemmet. Lori was born on the family farm near Schuler, Alberta on August 27, 1918. She was the eldest of six children born to John and Annetta Kemmet. She married Eulan Henry on October 10, 1949 and together they raised three children on their farm at Chin. The past three years she lived at the Extended Care in Taber until her peaceful passing. She will be lovingly remembered and missed by her family and many friends. The Funeral Service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 6004 - 51 Street, Taber on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. with Joe Wickenheiser officiating.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Johanna Hecht, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother who passed away in Taber on Friday, November 13, 2009 at the age of 88 years. Johanna was born at Prelate, Saskatchewan on September 14, 1921, the first born of Amalia & William Hoffart. She spent her formative years on a farm near Fox Valley, Saskatchewan and left school in grade eight to stay home and help her mother raise nine siblings. She later moved to Medicine Hat and finally to Taber where she spent the last forty nine years of her life. Johanna was a great cook and baker and loved to do both. She had a great love for her family. Her greatest love outside of her home and her family was bingo. She almost considered playing bingo as a job and was very lucky at it. Johanna also loved playing cards with her family. She was a great and competitive player and hated to lose. She helped her husband Harry around the farm near Taber and did the books for Harry’s transport business and the farm, right up to the spring of the year of her passing, all on a less than a grade eight education. Johanna was generous beyond a fault and everyone felt welcome on entering her home. She never let anyone leave without food and drink. She had a great love of life and was always happy. On anything remotely funny, Johanna could laugh until she cried and by then everyone else was enjoying the humor as much as she did. She loved to sing and dance and no one could outdo her in the three step Saskatchewan polka. Johanna was a very positive person, kind and loving and never said an unkind word about, or to anyone. She will be missed by everyone who came in contact with her (except for maybe a few bingo players who thought she won to often... ha) and will remain in their hearts forever. Johanna is survived and lovingly remembered by Harry, her loving husband of forty two years; two daughters, Crystal Hecht and Karen (Carl) Russell and children Daniel & Sara; son Allan (Linda) Kopp and children Sherri (Jamie) Holtz, Robert (Amanda) and David (Marie); son Gordon (Rose) Kopp and children Ted (Kim), Peggy (Randall) Reimer and their mother Judy; and four great grandchildren. She is also survived by four brothers, Peter (Mary), Dan (Julia), Lawrence (Elsie) and Frank (Sharon); two sisters, AnnaMarie Puckett and Tillie Merkl (Frank); sisters-in-law, Dolores Hoffart, Kathy Hoffart, Hilda Shewaga, Maleta Poley (Jack Rushton) and many nieces, nephews and numerous extended family members. She was predeceased by her first husband, Ted Kopp; her first born Shirley, in infancy; two brothers, Charlie and Tony Hoffart; one sister, Emelia Schmidt; four brothers-in-law, Otto Schmidt, Ray Puckett, Otto Poley and Mike Shewaga; one sister-in-law, Selma Nelson; her mother and father, Amalia & William Hoffart; nieces Alexandra Revak, Jeanette Vissar and a nephew, Keith Blom. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 7:00 P.M. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Patrick Furtado SAC, Celebrant. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Johanna’s name may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, Box 2211, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4K7.
Ben D. Hildebrandt, beloved husband of the late Laura Hildebrandt of Vauxhall, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, October 26, 2009 at the age of 81 years after suffering from Alzheimers. Ben was born in Blumenhof, Saskatchewan on March 21, 1928, son of Jacob P. and Maria Hildebrandt. Ben married Laura Wieler of Herbert, Saskatchewan on September 26, 1948. He accepted Christ as Savior at a young age and was baptized in 1955. Ben is survived by their five children, Arlene Hildebrandt of Lethbridge, son-in-law Bob Wieler of Kelowna, British Columbia, Brenda (Doug) Gupton of Tomahawk, Alberta, Tom (Connie) Hildebrandt of Saskatchewan, Gina (Barry) Huemer of Lethbridge and Gerri (Harold) Unruh of Vauxhall. He will be missed by his fourteen grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings, Henry (Lois) Hildebrandt and Helena (George) Weltz (nee Hildebrandt) both of Abbotsford, British Columbia. He was predeceased by his parents, wife Laura, sisters Marion, Anne and Christine and brother Peter. Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, October 30, 2009 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. The Funeral Service will be held at the Vauxhall Mennonite Brethren Church, 320 - 9 Street North, Vauxhall on Saturday, October 31, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Elroy Senneker officiating. Burial to follow at the Vauxhall Mennonite Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Ben’s name may be made directly to the Gideons International Canada, Box 3619, 501 Imperial Road North, Guelph, Ontario N1H 7H2.
Christie (nee Odland) Hagen beloved wife of the late Lloyd Hagen passed away in Taber on Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at the age of 86 years. Christie was born in Varhaug, Norway on December 9, 1922. In 1929 she sailed to Canada with her mother, one sister and three brothers to join their dad on a farm in the Sundial district where she was raised and went to school. In 1943 she married Lloyd Hagen. They farmed and raised their family in the Stone Lease district. Through the years Christie was involved in many community events and enjoyed being a member of the Stone Lease Ladies Club, Vauxhall Legion Ladies Auxiliary and Vauxhall Seniors. Christie enjoyed doing all sorts of crafts and loved having friends and neighbors drop in for coffee. She also enjoyed the occasional outing to the casino. She was very proud of her Norwegian heritage and was able to make two trips back to Norway to visit her families there. In 1975 Christie and Lloyd moved off the farm and retired in Vauxhall. After Lloyd’s passing in 1994 she remained living in their home in Vauxhall until 2003 when she moved to the Prairie Rose Manor in Vauxhall and lived their up until her passing. Christie will be forever remembered by her sons Dale Hagen of Brooks and his children Rob (Brandi), Amiee (Colyn), Jodi (Patrick), Nicole (Nathan) and Rick; Larry (Sharon) Hagen of Enchant and their children Lori (Fraser) and Shannon (Marty); Brian (Sandra) Hagen of Vauxhall and their children Stacy (Teresa) and Sharla (Rick); her daughter Diane (Kelly) Howg of Enchant and their children Brandy, Lacey (David), Damon (fiancée, Catrina) and Dylan. Christie was a great grandma to sixteen great grandchildren who she adored. She will also be remembered by her brothers Pete (Joyce) Odland of Coaldale and Erling (Helen) Odland of Vauxhall; sisters Polly (Joe) Claeys of Lethbridge and Arlene Tolley of Lethbridge; brother-in-law Don (Trish) Hagen of Lethbridge and numerous nephews and nieces and their families. Besides her loving husband Lloyd, she was predeceased by her daughter-in-law, Mary (Bazant) Hagen; parents Erik and Abigail Odland; siblings Johanna and her husband Mag Severtson, Sam and his wife Shirley Odland, Alfred and his wife Faye Odland; brother-in-law Bill Tolley; great grandson Jackson Broderson and a half sister Malena Maland. The Funeral Service will be held at the Vauxhall Mennonite Brethren Church, 320 - 9 Street North, Vauxhall on Friday, October 23, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Jeffery Frostad officiating. Burial to follow at the Enchant Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Christie’s name may may be made directly to S.T.A.R.S., 1441 Aviation Park N.E., P.O. Box 570, Calgary, Alberta T2E 8M7 or to a charity of one’s choice.
Ryan Joseph Holcek, beloved son of Sherry (Greg) Fletcher and Arny (Heather) Holcek, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2009 at the age of 29 years. Ryan is survived by his parents Sherry (Greg) Fletcher and Arny (Heather) Holcek; siblings Kimberly Holcek (Mike Powell); Kimberly’s son Logan; Mike’s daughter Jenna; Brad Holcek (April Bruce) and his daughter Emma; Liam, Alezan and Macie Holcek all of Taber; grandmothers May Noble of Coaldale and Mary Holcek of Picture Butte. He is also survived by his step family Justin (Lonnie) Fletcher and their son Tanner; Kimberly Fletcher (Laurence Nielsen), Lindsay Fletcher, Bill & Betty Fletcher, Robert & Maureen Paterson as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his grandfathers Cyril Noble and Joe Holcek and his uncle Neil Noble. Ryan was born in Lethbridge on May 15, 1980. He lived in Taber until 1985 when his family moved to Maple Ridge, British Columbia. In 1991 they moved back to Taber where Ryan has resided until his passing. Ryan enjoyed sports from a young age. He played baseball and hockey. When he was twelve he tried the game of golf which soon became his passion. At the time of his passing he was employed at Taber Special Needs Society as a financial manager. Ryan was a special and loving uncle to Logan and Emma. He will always be loved and sadly missed by his mom, dad, brothers, sisters, niece, nephew, family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, September 16, 2009 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. The Funeral Service will be held at Knox United Church, 4929 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, September 17, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Sandra Riddell officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Ryan’s name may be made directly to the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Canada, P.O. Box 563, Station Main, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 3Z4.
Orlin Elbert Holman beloved husband of Edna Mae Holman, passed away peacefully in Taber on Monday, August 3, 2009 at the age of 94 years. Orlin was born in Pleasant View, Provo, Utah on November 9, 1914 to Zora Dee Haws and Lester Elbert Holman. He leaves to mourn his passing two sons DeWayne (Ruth) and Gary of Taber; four daughters Terry (Boyd) Sillito of South Jordan, Utah, Linda (Frank) Babranyi and Shelly (Tim) Hall of Taber and Tona (Steve) Kutanzi of Lethbridge; a sister Edna Leavitt of Orem, Utah and a brother Ted of Albequerque, New Mexico; twenty five grandchildren and twenty eight great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, a son Wayne Albert (DeWayne’s twin), two sisters Helen Piepgrass and Bernice Bodie, a brother Roy Holman and a grandson Ty Holman. Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, August 6, 2009 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. and prior to the funeral service in the Relief Society Room at the church on Friday, August 7, 2009 between 9:00 A.M. and 9:40 A.M. The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Taber Stake Centre, 4709 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Friday, August 7, 2009 at 10:00 A.M. with Bishop Mark Baldry conducting. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Eric Hammergren passed away in Taber on Thursday, November 27, 2008 at the age of 78 years. He is survived by his brother Roy Hammergren of Taber and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents George and Hilder Hammergren; brother Stanley; sisters Dorothy, Vera and her husband Mel, Pearl and her husband Joe; sister-in-law Thelma. Eric was born in Calgary on January 7, 1930. He was raised in Scandia and received his schooling there. Eric farmed in Hays for a number of years. He later drove truck, hauling gravel until his retirement. Eric was an avid swimmer and also loved to dance. He will be fondly remembered by his family and friends. The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, December 2, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. A private family burial will be held at the Scandia Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Eric’s name may be made directly to S.T.A.R.S., 1441 Aviation Park N.E., P.O. Box 570, Calgary, Alberta T2E 8M7.
Robert Glyn Howells, beloved husband of Sharon Howells (nee Fettig), passed away with his family by his side at the Taber Health Centre on Wednesday, January 16, 2008 at the age of 66 years. Robert will be greatly missed by Sharon, his loving wife of 46 years; daughter Rhonda (Bob) Wagner and their children Jared and Kayley; son Darren (Melanee) Howells and their children Dustin and Tanya; son Malcolm (Tracey) Howells and their children Colton and Kassidy; daughter Michelle (Jack) Weinkauf and their children Alyssa and Kayden, all of Taber. He is also survived by his adopted sister Verna Howells of Grande Prairie; mother-in-law Monica Fettig of Lethbridge; sisters-in-law Shirley (Leonard) Jensen of Taber and Sheila (Terry) Roth of Coaldale as well as numerous nieces and nephews and by his close friend Steve Hoschajew of Coleman. He was predeceased by his father Glyn Howells, his mother Mabel Howells Murphy, brother Lynn, sister Rena; father-in-law Joseph Fettig and his loving four legged best friend “Fritz”. Robert was born in Lethbridge on May 9, 1941 and raised on the family farm at Barnwell. He worked on the rigs, farmed and was self employed, having established R.L.S. Enterprises Trucking Company in 1975. Robert thoroughly enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting, quadding and collecting cars. He loved the time spent at his cabin where he could enjoy the beauty nature had to offer. Most of all, Robert enjoyed time spent with his grandchildren and the opportunity to “brag” about them. Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, January 18, 2008 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. A private family funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 19, 2008. A private family burial will follow at the Barnwell Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Robert’s name may be made directly to the Taber Hospital Foundation (Palliative Care Unit), 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1N9. The Howells family would like to offer special thanks to Dr. Beckie, Dr. Torrie, Dr. Wedel and all of the nursing staff at the Taber Health Centre for their care of Robert.
Margaret Hill (nee Thompson) passed away peacefully at the St. Michael’s Health Centre in Lethbridge on Sunday, January 13, 2008 at the age of 92 years. Margaret is survived by one sister, Doris Olsen of Bow Island as well as her four daughters, Gladys (Henry) Bossen of Lethbridge; Lucille (Ernest) Pahl of Burdett; Patsy (Roger) Moore of Carberry, Manitoba; Jean (Wayne) Smeland of Lethbridge; seven grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband M.G. (Pat) Hill, her parents Art and Alice Thompson and a great grand daughter Alyssa Pahl. Margaret was born on October 13, 1915 on the family farm south of Bow Island. She spent her entire life in the Bow Island and Seven Persons area. The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, January 18, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. A private family burial service will follow at the Bow Island Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Margaret’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 210D - 12A Street North, Lethbridge, Alberta T1H 2J1. The family wishes to acknowledge the excellent care given by various Greystokes Home Care personnel as well as the staff at St. Michael’s Health Centre in Lethbridge.
He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away. Revelations 21:4 ______________________ Ellen Hildebrand (nee Wiens), beloved wife of John Hildebrand of Bow Island, passed away on Monday, December 17, 2007 at the age of 74 years. Besides her loving husband John, Ellen is survived by her daughter Geraldine (Nick) Chernezky of Redcliff; four grandchildren, Staci and her son Kelton, Robert, Nicole and Ryan (Clara) and their daughter Taryn. She is also survived by two sisters, Katherine (Peter) Tymburski of Lethbridge and Ruth Wyton of Coaldale; three brothers, Abe (Helen) Wiens of Coaldale, Frank (Olive) Wiens of Wetaskiwin, Neil Wiens of Lethbridge and by numerous nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews and dear friend Merle Woodley. She was predeceased by her parents Frank & Helen Wiens; her son Arthur (September 17, 1979); two sisters, Mary Tymburski, Lucille Wiens and brother-in-law Ralph Wyton. The Funeral Service will be held at the Evangelical Free Church, 214 - 4 Avenue West, Bow Island on Thursday, December 20, 2007 at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Michael DeRidder officiating. Burial to follow at the Bow Island Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Ellen’s name may be made directly to the Pleasant View Lodge, PO Bag 6700, Bow Island, Alberta T0K 0G0. The family is so appreciative of all the care given by the Bow Island Pleasant View Lodge and thanks all their staff and ongoing home care; the numerous Doctors in Ellen’s life, along with the hospital staff in Bow Island, Medicine Hat, Taber and Lethbridge. Thank you. In addition, a special heartfelt thanks goes out to Ellen’s friends near and far, including all who befriended Ellen in her transition at the Pleasant View Lodge. Our hearts especially go out to all the residents at the Lodge and we thank you for your faithfulness and endearing kindness to Ellen. At this Christmas season, we want to remember that Jesus is the reason for the season: Immanuel, God with us. The angel of the Lord said, “Do not be afraid, for behold, I will bring you good news of great joy which shall be for all people... there has been born for you a Saviour, who is Christ the Lord”. Luke 2:9-11
Leta Harnack of Coaldale, formerly of Banff, beloved wife of the late Lloyd Harnack, passed away in Coaldale on Wednesday, October 3, 2007 at the age of 86 years. Leta is survived by her children Dale (Judy) Harnack of Coaldale, Darwin Harnack of Calgary; ten grandchildren and five great grandchildren. She is also survived by a brother Ron (Irene) Bennett and sister-in-law Joyce Bennett. She was predeceased by her husband Lloyd; daughter Darlene; son Darcy, one sister and five brothers. Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family prior to the service at the Coaldale United Church, 2022 - 18 Street, Coaldale on Friday, October 5, 2007 between 2:00 P.M. and 3:00 P.M. The Funeral Service will be held at the Coaldale United Church on Friday, October 5, 2007 at 3:00 P.M. A private family burial will be held at the Mountain View Cemetery, Banff, Alberta. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Leta’s name may be made directly to the Alzheimer Society for Lethbridge and Area, #162, 200 - 4 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4C9.
It is with deep sadness that the family of Catherine Diane Heerink (nee Bowling) announces her peaceful passing on Sunday, September 23, 2007 at the age of 47 years. Diane is survived by her loving husband Richard, their two sons Stephan and Mikael, mother and father Colleen and Jim Bowling, father-in-law and mother-in-law Gerry and Siny Heerink, sisters Cheryl (Sam) Wertman and Alison Bowling, and brother Jeff (Andrea) Bowling. Diane is also survived by numerous other in-laws, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews that she loved greatly and that were all very much a part of her life. Diane’s caring and giving spirit will be missed by all that knew her. Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 324 - 2 Avenue North, Vauxhall on Thursday, September 27, 2007 at 7:00 P.M. The Funeral Service will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Vauxhall on Friday, September 28, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Mariusz Sztuk SDS officiating. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Diane’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Calgary Chapter, #130, 6001 - 1A Street S.W., Calgary, Alberta T2H 0G5 (Telephone: 1-800-378-2233 -
Lloyd George Harden, beloved husband of the late Roxie Harden, passed away in Taber on Thursday, September 20, 2007 at the age of 78 years. Lloyd is survived by his children - Leslie Harden of Fort Thomas, Kentucky; Darrell Harden of Chase, British Columbia; Mildred (Allan) Stewart of Taber; Doug (Michelle) Harden of Taber; Carol (Bill) Stratton of Lethbridge; fifteen grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife Roxie, his mother Nellie and by his son-in-law Rob Jansen. Lloyd was born at Bienfait, Saskatchewan on December 10, 1928. He received his schooling in Wymark, Saskatchewan. Following his schooling, he worked as a mechanic in Swift Current before returning to farm at Wymark. When he was 19, he moved to Fort Macleod where he rode for the Big Coulee Ranch and later the McIntyre Ranch. In 1952 he married Roxie Parry in Great Falls, Montana. They farmed for a short while until Lloyd became an agent for the Saskatchewan Wheat Pool and later the Alberta Wheat Pool. In 1969 he became self employed, operating Harden Supply in Vauxhall. Lloyd was a member of the Vauxhall Lions Club, served a term on Vauxhall Town Council and was a member of the Vauxhall Volunteer Fire Department for fifteen years. Lloyd always had a story or a joke to tell, sharing them even up until the time of his passing. He always had the time of day to help someone in need. Lloyd had a way of teaching you something without making you feel small. He worked hard and was a man of his word. His word was his “guarantee”. Lloyd will be sadly missed and fondly remembered. The Funeral Service will be held at the Vauxhall Mennonite Brethren Church, 320 - 9 Street North, Vauxhall on Tuesday, September 25, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Alana Johnson of the Parkview United Church in Vauxhall officiating. Burial to follow at the Vauxhall Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Lloyd’s name may be made directly to S.T.A.R.S. (Shock Trauma Air Rescue Society), 1441 Aviation Park N.E., Calgary, Alberta T2E 8M7.
Kirk Hackywicz of Taber, passed away on Thursday, September 13, 2007 at the age of 36 years. Kirk was born October 5, 1970 in Edmonton to parents Huck and Bernie Hackywicz. Following his completion of High School in Taber he worked for local farmers hauling hay. He moved to Vancouver in 1992 in the roofing business and in 2001 returned to Taber where he worked in the oilfield. He played hockey in his younger years and more recently enjoyed rollerblading. His love in life was his daughter Robyn and his world revolved around her. Kirk was saddened with the passing of his special Rotweiller dog Bart Simpson. Kirk is survived by his beloved parents Huck and Bernie Hackywicz of Taber and his daughter Robyn Hackywicz and her mother Danielle Hart and her son Anthony Hart. He is also survived by his special Aunt and Uncle, his Godparents Garry and Margaret Hackewich and also by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his brother Robin in 1994. Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006-48 Ave., Taber on Monday, September 17, 2007 at 7:00 P.M. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Augustine’s Catholic Church on Tuesday, September 18 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Mariusz Sztuk SDS celebrant. Burial will follow in the Taber Memorial Garden. If friends so desire memorial tributes in Kirk’s name may be made to S.T.A.R.S., P.O. Box 570, Calgary, Alberta T2E 8M7.
Laura Mae Hildebrandt, beloved wife of Ben Hildebrandt of Vauxhall, went to be with her Lord and Saviour on Thursday, June 14, 2007 at the age of 78 years after a battle with cancer. Laura was born in Herbert, Saskatchewan on May 20, 1929, daughter of Henry and Aganeta “Nettie” Wieler. Laura married Ben D. Hildebrandt of Blumenhof, Saskatchewan on September 26, 1948. She accepted Christ as her Savior at a young age, and was baptized in 1955. Laura is survived by her loving husband, Ben, their five children, Arlene Hildebrandt of Lethbridge, son-in-law Bob Wieler of Lethbridge, Brenda (Doug) Gupton of Tomahawk, Alberta, Tom (Connie) Hildebrandt of Kelsey, Gina (Barry) Huemer of Lethbridge and Gerri (Harold) Unruh of Vauxhall. She will also be missed by their fourteen grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings, Agnes Ponich of Salmon Arm, British Columbia, Susie (Ben) Wiebe of Medicine Hat, Mary McCullough of Glenside Saskatchewan, Katie Wiebe of Medicine Hat, Helen (Frank) Rempel of Swift Current, Saskatchewan, Peter (Norma) Wieler of Abbotsford, British Columbia, and Jim Wieler of Outlook, Saskatchewan. She was predeceased by her parents, brothers Abe Wieler and Henry Wieler, brothers-in-law Fred Ponich, Bill McCullough and John Wiebe. Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Monday, June 18, 2007 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. The Funeral Service will be held at the Vauxhall Mennonite Brethren Church, 320 - 9 Street North, Vauxhall on Tuesday, June 19, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. Burial to follow at the Vauxhall Mennonite Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Laura’s name may be made directly to the Gideons International in Canada, Box 3619, 501 Imperial Road North, Guelph, Ontario N1H 7H2.
Julius Hanzel, beloved husband of Nita Hanzel of Taber, passed away on Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at the age of 81 years. Besides Nita, his loving wife of 46 years, Julius is survived by three daughters, Charlane “Chick” (Dave) Andres of Taber, Judy (Gary) Rogers of Peace River, Patricia (Jim) Takahashi of Lethbridge; grandchildren Russelle (Allan) Voth of Peace River, Lonny (Kim) Rogers of Peace River, Carri-Ann (Randy) Martens of Drayton Valley and by the great grandchildren Chantelle Voth, Brennan Voth, Avery Rogers and Anna-Leigh Martens. He is also survived by his sister Betty (Julius) Seiller of Lethbridge, sister-in-law Eileen Hanzel of Lethbridge and by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents John & Elizabeth Hanzel, son Robin Hanzel and by his brother John Hanzel. Julius was born in Hungary on September 13, 1925. In December 1938, he immigrated with his family to Canada settling in Lethbridge where he met his lifelong friend, Buck Brown. Julius took shoe repair as his trade and learned the business from his uncle Mike Hanzel. In 1950, he started Hanzel Shoe Repair in Taber. In 1960, he married Nita Whitlock. They remained in Taber where he operated his store until he retired in 1993. Julius was a charter member of the Elks, the Royal Canadian Legion and the Hungarian Old Timers Club. He enjoyed golf and curling. Julius loved to travel, work in the garden and play bingo. He treasured his pet dog Cindy, his special friend and “four legged wonder”. Julius could at times be a little rough around the edges but inside he had a heart of gold. He will be dearly missed and fondly remembered. Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, May 24, 2007 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. The Funeral Service will be held at the Knox United Church, 4929 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Friday, May 25, 2007 at 1:30 P.M. with Reverend Dr. Austin Fennell officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Julius’ name may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 210D - 12A Street North, Lethbridge, Alberta T1H 2J1.
