Hisaye Kunimoto beloved wife of the late Shinyuki Kunimoto, passed away peacefully, in her home, in Taber on Saturday, January 28, 2012 at the age of 93 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, February 3, 2012 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
A private family service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel on Saturday, February 4, 2012 with Reverend Yasuo Izumi officiating. Burial will follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Hisaye is survived by her son Bruce (Terry) Kunimoto of Taber and their four children, Dawn (Ryan) Farries of Alliston, Ontario and family Nathaniel and Wyatt, Leisa (Tom) Carney of Medicine Hat and family Tianna, Marieka and Elias, Tamara Kunimoto of Bonnyville and Erin Kunimoto of St. Catharines, Ontario; daughter Eileen Kunimoto of Taber; son Ross (Sandré) Kunimoto and their two children Shane Kunimoto and Amber Kunimoto all of Calgary; son Bob Kunimoto of Ottawa and his two children Kimberley Kunimoto of Montreal and Kaitlin Kunimoto of Ottawa; son Dennis (Sheri Samuels) Kunimoto and their two children Brenden Kunimoto and Danika Kunimoto all of Edmonton; daughter Jodene Kunimoto of Calgary. She is also survived by her older brother Takaki (Hajime) Shigemi of Taber; sister-in-law Toshino Shigemi of Lethbridge.
She was predeceased by her husband Shinyuki Kunimoto; younger brothers Masaji and George Shigemi. She always said she would be the next to pass away, going from youngest to oldest.
Hisaye was born on July 17, 1918 in Hazelmere, British Columbia. She was the second child of Otsujiro and Sayo Shigemi. When Hisaye was young, her family moved to Whonnock, British Columbia where she formed many friendships through school and many games of baseball. She went to Picture Butte where she met Shinyuki Kunimoto and married him in 1946. They moved to Broxburn, Fincastle, and Taber. She loved gardening, sewing and cooking. She won first prize, a trip to Toronto, in a Star Weekly cooking contest. Hisaye later worked at Hostess in the lab. After retiring, she took up fishing, walking, crafts and bowling where she made many long lasting friendships. She was a hard worker at whatever task she tackled and loved a challenge.

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John Edward Vincent Keast, born October 14, 1921 in London, England, passed away in Taber on Friday, January 13, 2012 at the age of 90 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Monday, January 16, 2012 between 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.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 Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at 11:00 A.M. with Bishop Ken Holst conducting.
John is survived by his beloved wife Katherine “Kay” Keast and their children Jude Keast (Helen Nelson) of Toronto, Philip Keast of Edmonton, Caroline (Simon) Tang of Vancouver and Linda van Voorthuizen of Toronto; grandchildren Kathy, Brenda, Giorgi, Philip, Iain, Alastair and Sophia.
John served in WWII in the Royal Navy, most notably as an observer with Fleet Air Arm Squadron 835 on board H.M.S. Nairana. He remained in the Navy after the war where he began his career as an educator, serving as a Lieutenant-Instructor.
John immigrated to Canada in 1954 ahead of his growing family, where he continued his life as a teacher in a civilian setting. As he taught, he also learned, earning a Bachelor of Arts by correspondence from London University (England) and a Bachelor of Education and a Graduate Diploma in Teacher Librarianship from the University of Alberta. He completed his career in education as Teacher Librarian at W.R. Myers High School.
In retirement this experience informed his interest in continuing and distance education. He served as a founding board member of Access Alberta, which has brought educational opportunities to thousands who would normally be deprived of the same.
Although lacking a more typical sense of humour, he made up for it with a gift for storytelling and mimicry which was taken from him tragically after his second bout of throat cancer. He soldiered on however with a perseverance that is an example to all of us. John will be sorely missed.
The family extends a grateful thank you to all the staff of the Taber and District Health Centre, Extended Care Unit for their dedicated and loving care over the last few months.

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Alice Orlean Kerner (nee Jensen), beloved wife of the late Joe Kerner, passed away in Lethbridge with her family by her side on Saturday, September 24, 2011 at the age of 81 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the church prior to the funeral service on Friday, September 30, 2011 between 11:00 A.M. and 11:40 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, September 30, 2011 at 12:00 P.M. with President Richard Sugden conducting. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Orlean is survived by her children Randy (Jane) Kerner of Pritchard, British Columbia, Ronald (Teresa) Kerner of Coalhurst, Dale Coombs of Taber, Kelly (Rose) Kerner of Coaldale, Casey (Carrie) Kerner of Lethbridge, Robert (Tracy) Kerner of Barnwell, Hollie (Jeff) Walker of Sylvan Lake, Lynnece (Jeff) Torgunrud of Lethbridge, Wade (Cathy) Kerner of Taber, Jaylene (Randy) LaRose of Taber, Coralee (Duane) Leth of Taber; forty one grandchildren and thirty great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Joseph Kerner; daughter Shelly Coombs; parents Anthony & Arta Macie Jensen; her siblings Alan Jensen, Urael Jensen, Grant Jensen, Lloyd Jensen, Darrel Jensen, Lucille Valgardson, Vida Wilson, Eulala Anderson, Mattie Peterson and their spouses.
Orlean was born in Taber on December 1, 1929 to Anthony & Arta Macie (nee Hill) Jensen. She married Joseph William Kerner on June 19, 1948 and together they raised eleven children.
Orlean’s life was devoted to her husband, her family and her faith. She enjoyed dancing, music, cooking, sewing, gardening, her faith and most of all, her family.
Orlean’s love for her family, her kind, gentle and caring spirit and her beautiful smile will be greatly missed by all who were close to her.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Orlean’s name may be made directly to the Alzheimer Society for Lethbridge and Area, 402, 740 - 4 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 0N9.

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Adeline Barbara Kimmitt, beloved wife of the late Tommy Kimmitt, passed away in Bow Island on Thursday, May 12, 2011 at the age of 96 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 1113 - 1 Street East, Bow Island, on Sunday, May 15, 2011 at 5:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 1113 - 1 Street East, Bow Island on Monday, May 16, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Fred Monk Celebrant. Burial to follow at the Bow Island Cemetery.
Adeline is survived by her daughters Sandra Jensen and Marilyn Kimmitt of Banff; grandchildren Trevor (Alannah) Jensen of Banff and their children Logan and Evynne; Lexie Jensen (Craig Bremer) of Calgary; sisters-in-law Zyla Wentz of Lethbridge and June Judkins of Bow Island as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Adeline was born in Warner on December 21, 1914 to Charles and Anna (nee Pittman) Troidl. She married Tommy Kimmitt after the war in 1946. Adeline remained on the family farm in Foremost until Tommy’s passing in 2000 when she moved to Bow Island. She moved in to Pleasant View Lodge where she enjoyed visiting and participating in the daily activities. Adeline enjoyed reading, word searches and cherished her time spent with grandchildren.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Adeline’s name may be made directly to the Bow Island Health Centre, Bag 3990, Bow Island, Alberta T0K 0G0 or to the Pleasant View Lodge, Bag 6700, Bow Island, Alberta T0K 0G0.

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It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grama and Nana. Florence Mae Kunz, beloved wife of Clarence Kunz of Taber, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Monday, April 18, 2011 at the age of 71 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at St. Theodore’s Anglican Church, 5120 - 44 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, April 21, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Wil Stonehill officiating. Burial to follow at the Prairieview Cemetery, Grassy Lake.
Besides her loving husband Clarence, Florence is survived by her daughters Tiwana (Mike) Dean of Barons and their children Crystal and Jeremy; Connie Kunz of Oliver, British Columbia and her son Zane; Clarice (Don) Van Huizen of Surrey, British Columbia and their children Ashley, Ryan, Jessica and Matthew (their grandchildren Micheala, Payton, Kayleb, Ethan and Desiree); Shannon (Mike) Wolskyj of Lethbridge and their children Chasity, McKenzie, Brittny (their grandchild Lexy); one son Rick (Gena) Kunz of Taber and their children Darian, Robyn, Ashley and Taylor (their grandson Jayden); foster child Penny (Bill) Cumming. She is also survived by her mother Mary Turnbull of Taber; brothers Wallace (Attie) Turnbull of Stettler, Ken (Sharon) Turnbull of Lethbridge and Murray (Wanda) Turnbull of Raymond; sister-in-law Donna Turnbull of Lethbridge as well as many nieces, nephews, godchildren and the extended Turnbull, Warren and Burns families.
She was predeceased by her father Wallace (Buck) Turnbull; twin brothers Lee and Lynn; nephew Troy Turnbull; in-laws Otto & Martha Kunz; brother-in-law Marvin Kunz.
Florence was born in the “old Galt Hospital” in Lethbridge on New Years day 1940 to Wallace and Mary (nee Warren) Turnbull. She married Clarence Kunz of Bow Island on July 18, 1957 in St. Luke’s Anglican Church in Grassy Lake. They lived in Grassy Lake until 1976 when they moved to Taber where she has resided until the time of her passing.
Nana, also known as Grama Flo, thought her children, grandchildren and great grand babies were special and she loved them dearly. She was always ready to play with the little ones. I’m sure all of us listened to a story book, read on Grama’s lap, in her magic chair.
Florence was a member of St. Theodore’s Anglican Church. Over the years she served on the Church Vestry, the Altar Guild, Women’s Auxiliary, was a Warden and for many years sang in the church choir.
Florence enjoyed being a member of the Royal Purple of Canada, joining Lodge #230 in Taber and later transferring to Lethbridge Lodge #32. She held many offices on the Lodge level, was District Deputy three times, was on several national committees and being a National Lodge Officer, even working herself up to second vice president before have to resign because of her health. Florence was also a member of the Ladies of the Moose.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Florence’s name may be made directly to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, Suite 400, 740 - 4 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 0N9 or to the Elks & Royal Purple Fund for Children, 100, 2629 - 29 Avenue, Regina, Saskatchewan S4S 2N9.

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Anna Klemen, beloved wife of Joseph Klemen, passed away with her family at her side in Taber on Saturday, March 5, 2011 at the age of 85 years.
Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, March 9, 2011 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, March 10, 2011, at 11:00 A.M. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Besides her loving husband Joseph, she is survived by her sons Edward (Mary Jane) of St. Albert, George (Pat) of Medicine Hat and Tony of Taber as well as her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Anna was predeceased by her son Richard in November 1967.
Anna was born October 9, 1925 in Selo Slobitka Chenelivska Ukraine. Anna emigrated along with her husband Joseph from Austria to Southern Alberta in 1948. She was actively involved in early 1950’s farming and being a mother to four sons over the years. She fully supported and was involved in not only rearing her family of four boys but applied herself to the family farm, the butcher shop and added her most dear love to provide the best customer service to clients coming to the family operated custom meat processing business. She took great pride in family gatherings. As wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother she endeared photography and captured every family moment on film for all to enjoy. Anna entertained guests in her home in loving fashion extending an open door to relatives, both local and overseas, a wealth of friends and anyone dropping by for coffee. As a woman, Anna instilled in her family faith in God, work ethic, honesty and love for each other. Her most special smile and loving hugs will be missed, but never forgotten.

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Marino Kain passed away in Fort Macleod on Monday, January 24, 2011 at the age of 62 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, January 27, 2011 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, January 28, 2011 at 10:30 A.M. with Reverend Patrick Furtado SAC, Celebrant. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Marino is survived by two brothers, Elio (Joan) Kain of Lethbridge and Darko “Albert” (Renata) Kain of Irving, Texas as well as seven nieces, nephews and their families.
He was predeceased by his parents Vittorio & Steffania Kain and two brothers, Luciano Kain and Zorko Kain.

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It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Blaine Munroe Knibbs in Lethbridge on Tuesday, November 9, 2010 at the age of 56 years.
The Funeral Service will be held at St. Andrew’s United Church, 139 - 2 Avenue West, Bow Island on Tuesday, November 16, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Sheila McLeod officiating. A private family burial will follow at the Bow Island Cemetery.
Blaine leaves to cherish his memory his companion Pat Stirton of Lethbridge; his mother Maxine Knibbs of Bow Island; siblings Judy Ann (Rick) Dyer of Kelowna, Robin (Connie) Knibbs of Bow Island, Carey (Tamara) Knibbs of Bow Island and Kalvin (Yvonne) Knibbs of Calgary; his nephews, Scott, Mark, Brock, Grant and Bret as well as his niece Colby.
He was predeceased by his dad Bert; nephew and godson Troy.
Blaine was born March 29, 1954 in Taber. He grew up in Bow Island, graduating from Senator Gershaw School. After graduation, Blaine worked for Canadian Western Natural Gas before joining the City of Lethbridge Electrical Department where he was currently employed.
Blaine was an avid body builder and power lifter. He won the title of Mr. Alberta in 1987. He had a passion for owning muscle cars and motorbikes throughout his life. Blaine also loved his dog Sara. He had a wonderful sense of humor and was a great storyteller. Blaine was frequently leaving friends and family laughing until they cried.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Blaine’s name may be made directly to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, Box 2211, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4K7 or to the Lethbridge and District Humane Society, P.O. Box 783, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 3Z6.

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Marion Iris Kinniburgh, beloved wife of the late Jock Kinniburgh, passed away peacefully with her family at her side in Lethbridge on Friday, October 29, 2010 at the age of 89 years.
The Funeral Service will be held at Knox United Church, 4929 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, November 2, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Sandra Riddell officiating. Burial will follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Marion will be sadly missed by her children Cheryl (John) Horvath of Taber, Terry Lee Pupp of Lethbridge and Randy (Nancy) Kinniburgh of Calgary; eleven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law Lois Reynolds, Betty-Jean (Bruce) Fisher and Corrine Kinniburgh as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Jock Kinniburgh; son Craig Kinniburgh; son-in-law Bill Pupp; parents James & Ethel Reynolds; sister Lillian (Jim) Stewart; brother Gerry Reynolds; sister-in-law Florence (Jim) Graham; brother-in-law Jerry Kinniburgh.
Marion was born at Portage La Prairie, Manitoba on June 6, 1921. She married Jock Kinniburgh on November 16, 1943 and settled in Taber where they raised their family. Together they enjoyed times with their family, square dancing, round dancing and camping.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Marion’s name may be made directly to the Alzheimer Society for Lethbridge and Area, #402, 740 - 4 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 0N9.

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Maria Krenn, beloved wife of the late Joseph Krenn, passed away in Lethbridge on Thursday, September 23, 2010 at the age of 87 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Sunday, September 26, 2010 at 6:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Monday, September 27, 2010 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Patrick Furtado SAC, Celebrant. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Mary is survived by her children Mary Krenn of Taber, Annie (Stewart) Laing of Hanna and Eva (John) Bell of Taber; grandchildren Jason (Carol) Astalos and their children Justin and Chayla; Jeremey (Lisa) Astalos and their children Hailey and Keira; Shelley (Travis) Kunz; Daniel (Christie) Remfert and their son Avery; Ashley (Rod) Campbell; Sarah Remfert (Stacy Braun); Megan Laing; Stephanie Laing; Dustin (Christine) Bell and their children Justine and Cadence; Jared Bell and Kristen Bell. She is also survived by her son-in-law Ron Remfert; sister Theresa Stillinger; brothers Andrew Stillinger and Michael (Irene) Stillinger as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Joseph; son Ernest; daughter Rosie; sister Ann Kopac; sister-in-law Mary Stillinger.
Mary was born June 5, 1923 in Kukujevci, Yugoslavia to Anton and Rosalia Stillinger. She married Joseph Krenn in Austria on October 4, 1947. Together they immigrated to Canada in 1954 and settled in the Barnwell area. They purchased a farm in 1960 where they would reside until 1988 when they moved to Taber. Mary enjoyed gardening, baking and flowers, but most of all she loved spending time with her family. She will be lovingly remembered by her family and friends.

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It is with a great sense of loss that we announce the passing of our dad, John Korsa at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at the age of 86 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, September 28, 2010 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 Wednesday, September 29, 2010 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Wil Stonehill of St. Theodore’s Anglican Church, Taber officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
He is survived by his four children Sylvia (Marc) Vermette of Lethbridge, Shirley Hansen of Babb, Montana, John (Marj) Korsa of Delburne and Ken (Kim) Korsa of Calgary; eight grandchildren Robert, Gregory, Jaime, Gaetanne, Johnnie, Angela, Cynthia and Candace; five great grandchildren Sophia, Breanna, Matteo, Brooklyn and Maria. He is also survived by two sisters Helen Peterson of Taber and Anne Allen of Lethbridge; two sisters-in-law Jeannette Powell of Taber, Carol Korsa of Wabamun Lake and by numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents Nick & Jane Korsa; sister Mary Peterson; brothers George Powell, Mike Powell, Alex Powell, Bill Powell, George Korsa; sisters-in-law Margaret Powell, Olga Powell, Mary Powell; brothers-in-law Leo Peterson, Bill Allen and Wilfred Peterson; nephew Teddy Powell; granddaughter Tracy Clifton.
John was born April 9, 1924 and lived all but the last three years of his life on the same street in Taber. After serving overseas with the Army, he married and in the house next door to his parents, raised four children. John spent most of his working life dedicated to the Taber Cannery. After his retirement, he continued his favorite hobby, which was gardening and trying to cultivate the perfect apple tree, as well as searching for treasure with his metal detector. In 2007, John moved to Lethbridge where he has resided until the time of his passing. He left a lasting impression on everyone he worked with and those he met through the years. John was really one of a kind and we will miss him dearly.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in John’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2M7 or to the charity of one’s personal choice.

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Diane Kathleen Kerkhoff, beloved wife of Barney Kerkhoff, passed away in Taber on Wednesday, August 25, 2010 at the age 54 years.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine's Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Monday, August 30, 2010 at 10:30 A.M. with Reverend Patrick Furtado SAC, Celebrant (at Kathy’s request, please dress casual). A private family burial will follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Besides her loving husband Barney, she is survived by her son Kevin (Catherine) Kerkhoff of Taber and their children Ryley and Carter; daughter Michelle (Chad) Wiebe of Taber and their children Konnor and Lincoln. She is also survived by her parents Dorothy & Whendlean Kambeitz of Taber; sister Brenda (Jim) Rabusic of Taber; brothers Darrell (Fay) Kambeitz of Camrose and Brian (Marilyn) Kambeitz of Taber as well as numerous nieces and nephews and also Barney’s children Patti (Landon) Forsyth of Lethbridge, Carrie Kendall of Fort McMurray, Andy Haggard of Lethbridge and Darren Haggard of Calgary.
Kathy was born in Taber on November 20, 1955. She was raised and educated in Taber, graduating from St. Mary’s. Kathy married Barney Kerkhoff on September 17, 1977. She spent the last five years working at Home Hardware, prior to which she was employed with Home Care for eighteen years. Kathy was a fun loving person who always made her family her first priority. She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren, who brought her much joy. She will forever be loved and remembered by her family and friends.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Kathy’s name may be made Taber and District Health Foundation for either (Palliative Care) or (for the purchase of a new air bed), 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1N9.

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Alarine Edna Kress, beloved wife of Dan Kress of Bow Island, passed away after a thirty year battle with Parkinson’s Disease at the Bow Island Health Centre on Sunday, July 25, 2010 at the age of 77 years.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 1113 - 1 Street East, Bow Island on Thursday, July 29, 2010 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Fred Monk Celebrant. Burial Service will follow at the Bow Island Cemetery.
Besides her loving husband Dan, Alarine is survived by her daughters Donna Shield of Calgary, Debbie (John) Middleton-Hope of Lethbridge, Darla (Brian) Stensrud of Bow Island and daughter-in-law Karen Kress of Claresholm; grandchildren Wayne, Kelly, Michael, Jodie, Bobbie, Lindsay, Courtney, Tanner, Tristan, Ryan and Chris; great grandchildren Mason, Katie, Ambreah, Jaxon, Sydney, Charlize and Logan. She is also survived by her sister Eileen (Bob) Bridle of Kelowna, brothers Ron (LaVerne) Rosie of Sylvan Lake, Ken (Sheila) Rosie of Swift Current and by numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her son Dwight Kress in 1986.
Alarine was born December 6, 1932 in Climax, Saskatchewan to Jim & Leila Rosie and was raised in Orkney, Saskatchewan.
Alarine and Dan were married in 1950 and started their life together on a small farm at Hays. In 1968, as a result of Dan’s employment with the United Grain Growers, they packed up their four children and over the next ten years moved through the communities of Queenstown, Raymond, Granum and finally Bow Island where they settled in 1978. Alarine was employed by the Alberta Treasury Branch and was active in supporting the community.
Alarine loved to garden in the summer and curl in the winter. She was an accompolished seamstress and took pride in creating clothing for her children. In her later years, she switched from curling to being a “hockey grandma”, cheering on her grandchildren at the many games and tournaments.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Alarine’s name may be made directly to the Parkinson’s Society of Southern Alberta, 1254 - 3 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 0J9.

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Shinyuki Kunimoto, beloved husband of Hisaye Kunimoto, passed away at home in Taber on Saturday, May 15, 2010 at the age of 101 years.
Besides his loving wife Hisaye, Shinyuki is survived by his son Bruce (Terry) Kunimoto of Taber and their four children, Dawn (Ryan) Farries of Alliston, Ontario and family Nathaniel & Wyatt, Leisa (Tom) Carney of St. Paul and family Tianna, Marieka & Elias, Tamara Kunimoto of Bonnyville and Erin Kunimoto of St. Catharines, Ontario; daughter Eileen Kunimoto of Taber; son Ross (Sandré) Kunimoto and their two children Shane Kunimoto and Amber Kunimoto all of Calgary; son Bob Kunimoto of Ottawa and his two children Kimberley Kunimoto of Montreal and Kaitlin Kunimoto of Ottawa; son Dennis (Sheri Samuels) Kunimoto and their two children Brenden Kunimoto and Danika Kunimoto all of Edmonton; daughter Jodene Kunimoto of Calgary. He is also survived by siblings Shinharu Kunimoto and Sadame Nakano both of Japan as well as by numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by two brothers, Haruo Kunimoto of Japan and Shinkatsu Kunimoto of Vancouver and their wives; sister Tomie Eto and her husband; his father Shinpei Kunimoto and mother Seki Kunimoto; cousin Charlie and his wife Kay Kunimoto.
Shinyuki was born in Aza Mori Jinrai Mura Kikuchi gun Kumamoto Ken Japan on May 24, 1908, the eldest of seven children. He attended elementary and high school in Japan and graduated from Agricultural college. After immigrating to Canada and settling in British Columbia, the war broke out and he was interned. Shinyuki eventually arrived in Picture Butte where he experienced an arranged marriage to his future wife Hisaye Shigemi in 1946. Shortly after, they moved to Broxburn where Bruce and Eileen were born. They later moved to Taber where Ross, Bob, Dennis and Jodene were born.
After moving to Taber he worked with the oil companies, highways and various construction companies as a carpenter. He was very proud that he was a part of building D A Ferguson school and his family’s home.
Shinyuki was a simple yet gentle man - one of integrity. His passions in life were reading, fishing, gardening and walking. He also enjoyed sharing his life experiences with his children and grandchildren.
We will miss your quiet ways Shinyuki but you will live on in our hearts.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, May 21, 2010 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
A private family service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel on Saturday, May 22, 2010 with Reverend Yasuo Izumi officiating. Burial will follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.

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Edward August Kunz, beloved husband of Bernadette Kunz of Taber, passed away with his family at his side on Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at the age of 84 years.
Besides Bernadette, his loving wife of sixty four years, Ed will be lovingly remembered by his children Connie (Bruce) Eliason of Wrentham and their children Jackie (Greg), Troy (Sabrina) and Michelle (Duane); Wesley (Vickie) Kunz of High River and their children Chad and Dylan (Brigette); Monty (Colleen) Kunz of Medicine Hat and their children Cara (Wes) and Makayla; Murray (Brenda) Kunz of Taber and their children Pamela and Jason (Jana); Doug (Heather) Kunz of Lethbridge and their children Lane and Raeann (Tim); thirteen great grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings Tony Kunz, Don (Colleen) Kunz, Hilda (Leonard) Long, Duly Boist, Alvina (Jack) Millar, Delores Hoffart and by numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents, his in-laws, brothers Clarence and Herb and a sister Leona Kirkpatrick.
Ed was born May 23, 1925 at Humboldt, Saskatchewan.
Shortly after they were married, Ed and Bernadette moved to Taber where they raised their family. He worked as a Partsman for Perdue Motors and for John Deere for more than twenty five years. Later he drove tank trucks, something he loved doing until his retirement.
Ed was a creative person enjoying wood working, gardening, camping and fishing. Hunting with “his boys” was his passion and led to his being nicknamed “steady Eddy”.
Ed and Bernie loved to travel to far away places which included Alaska, Hawaii and Arizona, having spent several winters in Yuma. He liked nothing better than challenging someone to a game of smear or horse shoes. His love was obvious and abundant for his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He will be fondly remembered and sadly missed.
Relatives and friends are invited to prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, April 16, 2010 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Saturday, April 17, 2010 at 10:30 A.M. with Reverend Patrick Furtado SAC, Celebrant. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Edward’s name may be made directly to the Taber & District Health Foundation (Palliative Care Unit), 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1N9.

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Devoted and loving wife and mother Margareta (Reta) Kindt passed away peacefully the morning of Tuesday, March 16, 2010.
Her amazing, positive attitude throughout the past few years is highly inspirational. Even in her most difficult periods she would lift our spirits with her faith and peacefulness. One of her greatest qualities was how every child she ever came in contact with loved her immediately. It was obvious this was her calling. She loved her day home children and Primary students and was considered grandma to many others besides her seventeen grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Reta will be greatly missed by her husband of over 51 years; George, her children Alan (Charleen); Michael (Robbi); Susan (Kelly); Brian (Alyssa); Barbara (Ian); her siblings; Gary; Alice; Bruce (Gloria); Ross (Ann), Sylvia (Nathan) and Marie (Clayton).
She was predeceased by her brother David.
“To the world you are a mother, but to your family, you are the world.”
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family in the Relief Society Room of the Church prior to the service from 12:00 P.M. to 1:40 P.M. on Friday, March 19, 2010.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Knight Street Chapel, Raymond on Friday, March 19, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. Burial to follow at the Temple Hill
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If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Reta’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2M7.

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Miss Amelia “Emily” Kerner passed away with her family by her side, in Bow Island on Sunday, January 31, 2010 at the age of 78 years.
Emily is survived by sisters Julia Medhurst of Salmon Arm, British Columbia and Katherine (Al) Davis of Bow Island; brothers William (Marion) Kerner of Medicine Hat, Lawrence (Lucette) Kerner of Edmonton, Tony (Gail) Kerner of Grimshaw, Andrew (Emma) Kerner of Medicine Hat and Henry (Alda) Kerner of Bow Island; sister-in-law Orlean Kerner of Lethbridge and Doreen Kerner of Bow Island as well as numerous nieces, nephews and God children.
She was predeceased by her parents Anton and Magdalena Kerner; sister Anna Baillie; brothers John, Joe and Francis; brothers-in-law Carson Baillie and Jack Medhurst.
Emily was born in Burdett on June 5, 1931 to Anton and Magdalena Kerner. She attended Samson School and Bow Island High School. After a number of years of employment in Medicine Hat she returned to Bow Island to care for her aging mother. Emily was well known in Bow Island for her volunteer work at the Bow Island Health Care Centre and at the Bow Island Golden Age Centre. She was ready for a game of bingo and crib at any time even in her last days.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 1113 - 1 Street East, Bow Island on Thursday, February 4, 2010 at 6:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 1113 - 1 Street East, Bow Island on Friday, February 5, 2010 at 10:30 A.M. with Reverend Fred Monk Celebrant. Burial to follow at the Bow Island Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Emily’s name may be made directly to the Bow Island Health Centre (Long Term Care), Bag 3990, Bow Island, Alberta T0K 0G0 or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, #124, 430 - 6 Avenue Southeast Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 2S8 or to the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Canada, PO Box 481, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 1G2.

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Ruby Klim, beloved wife of the late John Klim, passed away at the Extendicare in Lethbridge on Tuesday, December 15, 2009 at the age of 83 years.
Ruby was born December 31, 1925 in Lacombe to Gabriel and Rakel Skretting. She was raised and schooled in the Kinnondale area. Ruby married John Klim on December 18, 1944. In 1952, Ruby and John moved to the Circle Hill District to take up farming and resided there until they retired to Vauxhall in 1979. In 2004 she moved to Lethbridge and has resided at the Extendicare for the past three years. Ruby was a lifetime member of both the Legion Ladies Auxiliary and Vauxhall Curling Club. Ruby was also active with the Vauxhall Golf Course. In addition to curling and golfing, Ruby enjoyed knitting and bowling. She will be lovingly remembered and missed by her family and friends.
Ruby is survived by her son Larry (Kathie) of Lethbridge; daughters Carol (Gerry) LaRose of Pincher Creek, Cathy (Chuck) Skretting of Coaldale and Wendy (Larry) Orsten of Coaldale; grandchildren, Randy LaRose (Barb Johnson) of Pentiction, British Columbia, Brent (Shelley) LaRose of Letellier, Manitoba, Colin (Rhonda) LaRose of Pincher Creek, Jody (Brad) Siemens of Lethbridge, Keith Klim of Calgary, Mark (Janaya) Skretting of Coaldale, Carrie (Jordy) Allinson of Lethbridge and Ashley Orsten (Tim Hlady) of Coaldale; thirteen great-grandchildren, Aleigh, Dylan, Peyton, Morgan, Andrew and Madelyn LaRose; David, Joshua, Elizabeth and Nicolette Siemens; Teagan and Addison Skretting; and Charli Allinson. Ruby is also survived by her sister Greta Olson; brothers-in-law Harry Klim and Wally (Alice) Klim; sisters-in-law Natalie (Joe) Welker and Pat Klea as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Ruby was predeceased by her husband John; parents Gabriel and Rakel Skretting; father and mother-in-law John and Anne Klim; brother Trygve Skretting; brothers-in-law Palmer Olson, Russ Klea, Charlie Chamberlain, Cliff Isaac and Nick Klim; sisters-in-law Shirley Klim, Chrissie Chamberlain, Mildred Skretting and Anne Isaac.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Evangelical Free Church, 504 - 3 Avenue North, Vauxhall on Saturday, December 19, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Jeffery Frostad officiating. Burial to follow at the Vauxhall Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Ruby's name may be made directly to the Royal Canadian Legion, Box 125, Vauxhall, Alberta T0K 2K0 or to a charity of one's choice.
The family would like to thank the staff at the Extendicare in Lethbridge for the excellent care they gave to their mother.

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Everett Victor Lansing Kerkhoff, beloved husband of Larine Kerkhoff, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Sunday, November 22, 2009 at the age of 85 years.
Besides Larine, his loving wife of sixty five years, Everett is survived by his children, Gary (Gwen) Kerkhoff of Taber, Bonnie (Roy) Smith of Coaldale, LaVonne Andrus (Gene Miller) of Coalhurst, Marilyn (Robert) Perini of Brooks, Sandra Olson of High River and daughter-in-law Sharon Kerkhoff of Taber; sixteen grandchildren, thirty six great grandchildren, two great great grandchildren - four step grandchildren, seventeen step great grandchildren and ten step great great grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother Leonard (Laurie) Kerkhoff, sister Josephine Bonette, sisters-in-law Bula Kerkhoff & Marg Kerkhoff and by numerous nieces and nephews.
Everett was predeceased by his son Danny; two grandsons, Billy Joe & Derald; two great grandsons, Blake & Cole and a great granddaughter Kelsea. He was also predeceased by his parents Frank & Julia; four brothers, Lawrence, Art, Bernard & Ted Kerkhoff; sisters-in-law Pat Kerkhoff, Ollie Kerkhoff and brother-in-law Jim Bonette.
Everett was born in Taber on April 4, 1924, the sixth of seven children born to Frank & Julia Kerkhoff. When he was fourteen, Everett quit school to help on the family farm. In 1942, the first oil well in the Taber area was drilled on the Kerkhoff farm. On February 22, 1944, he was married to Larine Hall of Taber. In 1947, at the age of twenty three, Everett assumed control of the family farm after the passing of his father. He was especially proud of the farm which was homesteaded in 1909 and after one hundred years, remains in the Kerkoff family with Danny’s boys carrying on the tradition started by his father.
Everett was an avid curler. He also took up golfing and thoroughly enjoyed playing in Alberta and then later with the Snowbirds in California and Arizona. He will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by his family and many friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Patrick Furtado SAC, Celebrant. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Everett's name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2M7 or to STARS, 1441 Aviation Park NE, Calgary, Alberta T2E 8M7.
The family would like to extend their thanks to the staff and nurses at The Gardens at West Highlands and the doctors and nursing staff at the Chinook Regional Hospital, for their care, support and compassion.

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It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our loving mother, grandmother and friend, Frances Elieen Kent (nee Hayden) on Monday, August 17, 2009 at the age of 76 years.
Frances is survived by her son Edwin (Cathy) Kent of Ottawa; daughter Brenda Kent of Vauxhall and her daughter Christina (Barry) Wells and their son Hudson; daughter Linda (George) English of Vauxhall and their son Joshua of Upper Musquodoboit, Nova Scotia, Joshua's wife Didi of Thialand and Joshua’s son Parkyr of Springhill, Nova Scotia.
Frances is also survived by a sister Pansy Townsend of Coldbrook, Nova Scotia; two brothers, Ronald (Liz) Hayden of Frankford, Ontario and Frank (Nora) Hayden of Kingston, Ontario; as well as by a niece, Becky (Ronald) McKinlay of Paradise, Nova Scotia and Becky’s son Trevor Hird of Canning, Nova Scotia and nephew Howard Townsend of Kentville, Nova Scotia and his son Brock.
Frances will be remembered by her step brothers Phillip (Diane) Aptt of New Minas, Nova Scotia and Neal Aptt of Nova Scotia as well as by her brother-in-law Sidney Kent of Upper Musquodoboit, Nova Scotia.
She was predeceased by her husband Percy Kent; parents Frank & Thelma Hayden; step brother Wayne Hayden; father-in-law & mother-in-law Cecil & Annabell Kent; sisters-in-law Bessie Burris & Rita Kent and brother-in-law Douglas Kent.
Frances was born September 18, 1932 in the small fishing village, Victoria Beach, Nova Scotia, where she was raised and attended school. She married Percy Kent and they settled in the farming community of Upper Musquodoboit, Nova Scotia. Dad worked hard and eventually decided to move the family to Ottawa where he worked various jobs. Mom later pushed dad into taking an exam for the Labourers International Union. Frances was a homemaker and she enjoyed cooking, gardening and making sure her house work was done. She lived in Ottawa for over thirty years when she decided to move back to Nova Scotia. Frances enjoyed her weekly card games at the Fellowship Hall and the Legion. She later decided to move to Vauxhall to be closer to her daughters. Still enjoying life, she played cards at the Vauxhall Seniors Centre and was always excited to get in on any crib tournaments. A loving mother she will be missed, we will cherish her always.
A private family service will be held at Southland Funeral Chapel with Reverend Alana Johnson officiating.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Canada, Lethbridge Chapter, P.O. Box 563 Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 3Z4 or to a charity of one’s choice.

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Zona Madeline Kast passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Friday, May 8, 2009 at the age of 82 years.
She is survived by her children Melvin (Heather) Kast of Coalhurst, Sharon (Larry) Halter of Lethbridge, Frank (Margaret) Kast of Grassy Lake and Beverley (Les) MacDonald of Clive; ten grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Audrey (Walter) Melvin of Lethbridge; sister-in-law Rita Peterson of Nanton as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Con; parents Edward and Margaret Peterson; son Marvin Kast; daughter-in-law Donna Kast; sisters Lyla (John) Kast, Eveline (Gordon) Hamilton; brothers Bill, Bert and Wallace Peterson.
Madeline or “Grassy Grandma” as she was affectionately known, was born February 28, 1927 in Lethbridge where she was raised and educated. She married Con Kast on March 22, 1947. In 1955 they moved to Grassy Lake where they farmed and raised their family. She was fond of her time spent on the farm. Madeline was employed at various jobs during her working years. She enjoyed playing cards and was a real pool shark. Madeline was very creative and in her spare time she kept busy writing, sewing or painting.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, May 12, 2009 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, May 13, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. Burial to follow at the Prairieview Cemetery, Grassy Lake.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Madeline’s name may be made directly to a charity of one’s choice.

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