Annie Megyes, beloved wife of the late Frank Megyes, passed away in Taber on Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at the age of 85 years.
Annie was born December 26, 1923 in Yugoslavia to Adam and Katarina Horvath. She came to Canada in 1929 settling in the Taber area. On January 22, 1942 she married Frank Megyes. Frank and Annie lived on their family homestead where they raised their family. She continued to live there until 2005 when she moved to the Clearview Lodge.
Annie enjoyed puzzles, gardening, word search and animals. She participated in most of the Lodge activities and enjoyed the field trips with Bingo being her favorite. She was a loving and caring mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Annie passed down many traditional recipes to her children and grandchildren.
She is survived by her children Edward Megyes of Taber, Frank (Laurie) Megyes of Taber, Katherine (Bill) Goodchild of Creston, B.C. and Dave Megyes of Taber; grandchildren Cassandra (Kevin) Jorgensen, Melanie (Kevin) Hill, Tyler (Lindzi) Megyes, Krislin Meier (Dwight), Kevin Megyes, Brian Megyes, Michael Jodoin and Robert Jodoin; great grandchildren Mackenzy, Trinity and Lakiya Jorgensen, Christian, Joshua and Elijah Hill, Caydence and Oakley Megyes, Edan and Logan Meier, Michelle and Mathieu Jodoin; a sister Mary Siljak as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her husband Frank Megyes, three daughters and one son all in infancy, a brother-in-law John Siljak and parents Adam and Katarina Horvath.
Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, October 23, 2009 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Saturday, October 24, 2009 at 10:30 A.M. with Reverend Patrick celebrant. Burial to follow in the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Annie’s name may be made directly to the Clearview Lodge Residence Family Council, 4730 - 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1N6 or to the Alberta Guide Dog Services or to a charity of one’s choice.

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Mary Thelma Makinson beloved wife of the late Joseph Makinson, passed away in Taber on Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at the age of 106 years.
She is survived by her daughters Helen Archer, Vi (Martin) Charlton and Josie (LeBlanc) Dunz all of Taber; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren and great great great grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her daughter Thelma (Smith) Winchester; son William “Bill” Makinson; grandchildren Wayne Smith, Ray Martin and Jim Martin; sons-in-law Wilbert Smith, Norton Winchester, John Archer, Allen Martin, Harry Charlton, Maurice LeBlanc and Wesley Dunz; parents Peter and Margaret Cook; brother Willard Cook; sisters Hazel Haynes and Lafern (Haynes) Radway; brothers-in-law Theodore Haynes, Percy Haynes and Jean Radway; sister-in-law Pansy Cook.
Mary was born in Stirling on January 4, 1903 to Peter and Margaret Cook. She was raised in Purple Springs where she also attended school. She married Joseph Makinson on November 11, 1922. Mary worked as a secretary for the Driftwood Bend School and even spent a short time teaching. In her spare time she enjoyed gardening, quilting, crocheting, knitting and baking. She also liked playing cards and was even playing up until a couple of days before her passing. Mary was also involved with the Legion Ladies Auxiliary for many years. Most of all Mary enjoyed spending time with her family. She will be forever in their hearts.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Monday, October 12, 2009 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. only as no meet the family is scheduled prior to the funeral service.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Taber Stake Centre, 4709 - 50 Avenue, on Tuesday, October 13, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. with Bishop Mark Baldry conducting. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Mary’s name may be made directly to the charity of ones choosing.

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Clarence Edward Clifford MacLean, beloved husband of Shirley MacLean of Taber, passed away in Taber on Thursday, August 27, 2009 at the age of 74 years.
Besides his loving wife Shirley, he is survived by his children Brian (Shelly) McLean of Hays, Brenda (Kirk) Dickie of Lethbridge, Barry MacLean of Taber, David MacLean of Taber and Dale (Kelly) MacLean of Taber; grandchildren Stephanie Rempel (Alan Woodman), Dietta (Jason) Kinkley, Devon Harden, Beau (Susie) Harden, Tara (Rob) Harden and Kyle MacLean; great grandchildren Kaylie & Colton Kinkley; Hailey & Dylan Harden; Dakota, Dray & Addi Harden. He is also survived by his sisters Bev Hubert, Bernice (George) Moldovan and Valerie (Eddie) Linder; brother Allan (Shelly) McLean.
He was predeceased by his parents Daniel and Marie McLean; sister Doreen Guralvick; brother-in-law Matheau Huber.
Clarence was born May 11, 1935 in Dumas, Saskatchewan to Daniel and Marie McLean. He married Shirley Heck in Regina on March 7, 1959. In 1971 they moved to Taber where they have resided until Clarence’s passing.
Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, September 1, 2009 at 5:30 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, September 2, 2009 at 10:30 A.M. with Reverend Patrick Furtado SAC Celebrant. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.

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Barry Glen Michelson, beloved husband of Laurie Michelson, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital after a short battle with cancer on Sunday, August 2, 2009 at the age of 57 years.
Barry is survived by his wife Laurie; daughters Jill (Shane) Campbell of Taber and Heather (Sam) Gazes of San Ramon, California; grandchildren Shayla, Hayley, Alyssa, Brooklyn, Elias and Lexi. He is also survived by his parents Glen and Betty Jo Michelson of Lethbridge; mother-in-law Lorene McCready; sisters and brothers-in-law Brenda & Jim Clark (special friend) and family, Gayle & Murray Ridgway.
He was predeceased by his father-in-law Tom McCready.
Barry spent his last few months battling cancer but still lived each day to the fullest. His last few weeks were spent doing the things he loved - camping, boating and spending time with his family. He will be remembered for his contagious sense of humour, stories and never ending jokes.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family prior to the service in the Relief Society Room of the Church from 1:00 P.M. to 1:40 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 Friday, August 7, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. with Bishop Ken Holst conducting.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Barry’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2M7.

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Emma McKean beloved wife of the late Charlie McKean, passed away in Picture Butte on Tuesday, June 16, 2009 at the age of 84 years.
Emma is survived by her children, Wayne (Laurie) McKean of Lethbridge, Jeanette (Frank) Heinen of Picture Butte, Corrine (Gary) Ellerman of Turin. She is also survived by her grandchildren and great grandchildren, Leah (Leeon) Hage and their children Braeden & Kaylee; Spencer (Jen) Peterson and their sons Mason & Rory; Jennifer (Mark) Elliott and their daughters Ashlyn & Sidney; Jason (Peggy) McKean; Treena (Derek) McGowan; Colin (Kelly) Brooks. She will also be remembered by her godson Laurie Wickwire and by numerous other relatives.
She was predeceased by her husband & soul mate Charles in 1992, her parents Herman & Martha Brown, brother Bernard Brown and her sister June Brown.
Emma was born November 9, 1924 in Demaine, Saskatchewan and attended a small rural school. She married her sweetheart on October 10, 1945 and they farmed in Saskatchewan until moving to Alberta in 1965. They spent several years in the Vauxhall/Taber area and after Charles’ passing in 1992, Emma moved to the Piyami Lodge in Picture Butte in 2000. She spent nine years being cared for by absolutely wonderful caregivers. Emma and Charles attended many dances in their younger years and she loved to dance. She danced with the staff at Piyami and now is dancing again with Charlie - they are together again! Emma was the “world’s greatest Grandma and she will be sadly missed but fondly remembered.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, June 19, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Frank Lewis officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Emma’s name may be made directly to the Alzheimer Society for Lethbridge & Area, 402, 740 - 4 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 0N9.

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Helen McPhee of Taber, beloved wife of the late Charles McPhee passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, May 28, 2009 at the age of 85 years.
She is survived by her children Lyn (Art) Ingram of Carberry, Manitoba, Sandra (Don) Hillman of Grassy Lake, Rocky (Heather) McPhee of Taber, Penny McPhee of Taber, Randall (Dorothy) McPhee of Lethbridge, Rodney (Michelle) McPhee of Brooks and Candy Karren (Blaine Burton) of Taber; twenty-three grandchildren, twenty-nine great grandchildren and seven great great grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother Art (Lydia) Perini of Taber; sister Marion (Doug) Halpenny of Niagra Falls as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Charles; son Robin; grandson Brandon Karren; parents Mario and Ida Perini; brothers Tito and Albert.
Helen was born April 19, 1924 in Taber where she was raised and educated. She married Charles McPhee in 1942. Shortly after they were married, Charles enlisted in the Airforce. During this time they were stationed in Edmonton, Alaska, Winnipeg and Saskatoon. Following Charles’ discharge from the Airforce in 1959, they moved to Taber where Helen has resided until her passing. Helen worked at the Palace Hotel until her retirement. She made many friends during her time there. Helen enjoyed playing bingo, gardening and embroidery. She also collected stuffed animals, pins and various other trinkets. Her final years were spent living at Homestead Manor, which allowed her to be close to many of her lifelong friends.
Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, June 2, 2009 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, June 3, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Mariusz Sztuk SDS Celebrant. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Helen’s name may be made directly to the Alberta Lung Association, Box 4500, Station South, Edmonton, Alberta T6E 6K2.

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Shirlee Noreen Mikalson passed away in Taber on Saturday, May 9, 2009 at the age of 73 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, May 15, 2009 between 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
The Graveside Service will be held at the Taber Memorial Garden on Saturday, May 16, 2009 at 3:30 P.M. with Pastor Carl Bogda officiating. At the family’s request, you are encouraged to be comfortable wearing casual clothing to the Graveside Service.

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Lawrence Merkl lost his short but courageous battle with cancer on Saturday April 11, 2009, at the age of 64 years.
He was born on September 4, 1944. He received his education in Taber and farmed until retiring in the early ‘90s.
Lawrence will be lovingly remembered and missed by his children Melanie Merkl of Taber, Allen Merkl, Brian Merkl, and Amy Merkl of Prince George British Columbia; step-daughters Kimberley Dalton of Taber and Amanda Dalton of Prince George British Columbia; their mother Laura Merkl (nee Fehr) and Aunty Jenn (Dave) Johansen of Taber.
Lawrence will also be missed by his brothers and sisters Godfred (Ann) Merkl of Taber, Elizabeth Merkl of Lethbridge, Teresa Seiller of Lethbridge, Mary (Don) Bell of Edmonton, Irene Fuzey of Lethbridge, Martha Ervin of Lethbridge, Joe Merkl of Edmonton, Rose Merkl of Lethbridge, Frank (Margo) Merkl of Medicine Hat and George Merkl of Edmonton, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents Laurence and Martha Merkl; brother Steve Merkl; brothers-in-law Art Fuzey, Rick Ervin, Gordon Fehr and Robert Fehr.
Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Monday, April 20, 2009 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, April 21, 2009 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Mariusz Sztuk SDS Celebrant.
Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.

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The family of John Matz would like to announce his passing in Taber on Thursday, January 22, 2009 at the age of 83 years.
John is lovingly remembered by his wife Florence of 52 years; his six children, Van (Doddi) of Lethbridge, Terrie (Dave) Kochis of Bow Island, Lorna (Rick) Kurio of Lethbridge, Roy (Laurie) of Burdett, Rick (Rebecca) of Calgary, David (Virginia) of Burdett; his eight grandchildren, Owen, Shawn, Lisa, Robert, Dana, Callie, Megan and Kristyn. John is survived by his sisters, Mary (Bill) Knodel of Medicine Hat, Josephine (Len) Dietrich of Maple Creek, brother Mike (Pearl) Matz of Brooks, brother-in-law George Friedt of Medicine Hat and by Florence’s sisters, Jean Haugen, AnnaMae (Gordon) Mifflin, her brother Bob Bell, all of Claresholm and by numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
He was predeceased by his parents and sister Julia Friedt.
John was born on August 15, 1925 on the family farm near Richmound, Saskatchewan to parents Rochus and Helen Matz.
In 1956, John met the love of his life, Florence, when he was visiting friends in Calgary and the two married five months later.
John was born a farmer and farming was the only life he ever knew. They settled on the farm near Richmound and began their family. In 1964 they relocated to Burdett and made the switch from dryland to irrigation farming; a decision he never regretted as the farm prospered. He took great pride in raising purebred charolais cattle and spent many days going to cattle auctions until his retirement at age 75. He continued to check in with Roy about the farm daily and owned land until he died.
John and Florence retired to Taber in a neighbourhood filled with old and new friends. John’s other passion was music and he was always eager to play polkas on his accordion. John had a great sense of humour and enjoyed spending time with family and friends – preferably playing cards.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, January 27, 2009 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine's Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, January 28, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Mariusz Sztuk SDS, Celebrant. A private family burial will take place at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in John’s name may be made directly to the CNIB, 410 Stafford Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2L2 - telephone: (403) 327-1044 (www.cnib.ca).

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Our hearts are filled with sorrow at the passing of Tsuruko “Molly” Matsumoto who passed away in Taber on Thursday, November 20, 2008 at the age of 75 years following a brief but courageous battle with cancer.
Molly is survived by her son Bill (Linda) Matsumoto of Medicine Hat and their four children, Kristen (Ryan) Thorogood and children Tynan & Keelyn; Bryan Davies; Jennifer (Thanos) Nattras, and Leah Davies all of Calgary. Molly is survived by her daughter Judy Pearson of Hays and her two sons, Cody (Rochelle) of Rainer and their daughter Keyanna, and Chad (Amanda) of Lethbridge. Molly is also survived by her sisters, Rosemary (Kay) Kitagawa of Lethbridge and Wendy Ridsdale of England; brothers, Garry (Jane) Kanomata of Toronto and Joe (June) Kanomata of Taber; sisters-in-law, Betty Uyesugi and Mae Kanomata both of Taber and by numerous nieces, nephews and her special friend Shelly Perini of Taber.
Molly was predeceased by her husband George Matsumoto; parents Kiyoshi & Miyoshi Kanomata and a brother, Charlie Kanomata.
Molly was born on September 10, 1933 in Mission City, British Columbia. The Kanomatas then moved to Japan for three years before returning to Mission City where she was raised until the age of seven. The family was moved to Southern Alberta in 1942.
In 1949, Molly married George Matsumoto and they settled in Cranford where they farmed and started their family. In 1961, the they moved to Taber where Molly made numerous friends while working at Oddie’s Drugs where she was employed for twenty five years. During this period, she enjoyed spending time with family, friends and curling.
Molly would go to no end and spare nothing of herself to see that everyone's needs were met. Her cheery greeting of “hellooooo” started the day for many of us. Her home was open to anyone and there was always great baking, coffee, games of cards and camaraderie - even the dogs were welcome!
“Catch ya later Molly”
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, November 25, 2008 at 7:00 P.M. A reception will follow at the Heritage Inn. A private family burial will be held at the Taber Memorial Garden.

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Clarence Howard Meisner, beloved husband of Elaine Meisner of Taber, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2008 at the age of 82 years.
Besides his loving wife Elaine, he is survived by his children Diane (Dennis) DeJager of Taber, Brian (Margaret) Meisner of Calgary, Yvonne Grigor (Rob McCharles) of Calgary and Penny (Norbert) Schafer Taber; ten grandchildren and seven great grandchildren; brother Max Misner of Ontario as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents Henry and Florence Misner, four sisters and two brothers.
Clarence was born June 23, 1926 in Lakeville, Nova Scotia where he was raised and educated. At age seventeen he joined the Army and served overseas. In 1948 Clarence moved to Taber where he met his wife Elaine at the Taber Times where they were both employed. Clarence was employed with the Taber Times for forty-four years. He was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose, Taber Lions and the Taber Legion. He was an avid fisherman and hunter and also enjoyed wood working and gardening.
The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Taber Stake Centre, 4709 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Saturday, November 22, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. with Bishop Ken Holst conducting. Burial to follow at the Barnwell Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Clarence’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 210D - 12 ‘A’ Street North, Lethbridge, Alberta T1H 2J1.

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Cheri Dee Murphy (nee Wiest) beloved wife of Jim Murphy of Lethbridge, passed away at the St. Michael’s Health Centre on Thursday, November 13, 2008 at the age of 64 years.
Besides her loving husband Jim, she is survived by her children Darren (Leanna) Murphy of Lethbridge, Paige Babe (Mark Bogusky) of Edmonton and Scott Murphy of Lethbridge; grandchildren Dylan, Demi, Braede, Payton, Taeryn and Janelle. Cheri is also survived by her sister Cinda (Richard) Sander of Enchant and their children Wade (Cara) Sander of Lethbridge and Kristen (Jeff) Stone of Enchant.
She was predeceased by her parents George and Jessie Wiest.
Cheri was born at Lethbridge on May 21, 1944 to George and Jessie Wiest. She was raised and educated in Lethbridge, graduating from L.C.I. She married Jim Murphy on October 10, 1964. Cheri and Jim have resided in Lethbridge since 1981. For the past twenty six years Cheri has been employed with the City of Lethbridge. Cheri was instrumental in the founding of Murphy’s Taekwon-Do school.
Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at St. Martha’s Catholic Church, 355 Columbia Boulevard West, Lethbridge on Monday, November 17, 2008 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Martha’s Catholic Church, 355 Columbia Boulevard West, Lethbridge on Tuesday, November 18, 2008 at 11:00 A.M.

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Katharina (Kay) Martens (nee Berg), lost her courageous battle with cancer and joined her Lord on Monday, September 15, 2008 at the age of 74 years.
She will be lovingly remembered by her children Craig (Cheryl) Martens of Calgary and their children Jennifer (Kenny) and Colton; Pam Martens (Dale Somerville) of Taber and children Kristi, Kenny and Amber. She is also survived by her brothers Jacob (Ann) Berg, Cornelius (Peggy) Berg, Abraham (Lena) Berg and David (Martha) Berg; sisters Ann (Peter) Friesen and Margaret (Peter) Braun.
She was predeceased by her husband Hank; parents Jacob and Maria Berg; siblings Helen, Mary, Peter, William, Susie and John.
Kay was born near Hague, Saskatchewan to Jacob and Maria Berg and was one of thirteen children that came to Alberta when she was a young teen to work in the farming area of Taber. At nineteen, she married Henry (Hank) Martens and they settled in on the Ole Jespersen farm as newlyweds. The next forty two years were spent contently as a farmer’s wife, mother and farm hand alongside Hank. Hank and Kay can both proudly say they worked with four generations of the Jespersen Family (Ole, Clarence, Blair and Marty) and were devoted to the land, livestock and community of the farm. In 2001 Kay had a stroke that moved her into town and she lived at the Clearview Lodge and then Continuing Care at the Taber Hospital. Kay was well know in Taber for volunteer work, devotion to the Knox United Church and the U.C.W. and the many, many delicious meals and recipes she served as a caterer in the Taber area.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, September 18, 2008 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 Friday, September 19, 2008 at 3:00 P.M. with Reverend Frank Lewis officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Kay’s name may be made directly to the Taber Hospital Foundation, 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber T1G 1N9.

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Myrtle Kristine MacKenzie, formerly of Vauxhall, beloved wife of the late Donald MacKenzie, passed away in Camrose on Saturday, June 28, 2008 at the age of 96 years.
She is survived by her children Muriel Holoboff of Camrose, Allen (Margaret) MacKenzie of Courtenay, British Columbia and Winston (Patricia) MacKenzie of Camrose.
She was predeceased by her husband Donald.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, July 4, 2008 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel on Saturday, July 5, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Alana Johnson of Parkview United Church in Vauxhall officiating. Burial to follow at the Vauxhall Cemetery.

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Clifford Wesley Meier of Youngstown, beloved father of Colter, Quintin and Keaton, passed away suddenly on Saturday, March 1, 2008 at the age of 42 years.
Cliff was born in Taber on January 30, 1966 to John and Frances Meier. He was the forth eldest of six children and was raised in Hays. Cliff graduated from Vauxhall High School in 1983. His love of ranching began as a small child while doing chores with his dad back home on the farm. As a teenager, Cliff began steer riding with the Chinook Rodeo circuit. He loved the rodeo and went on to compete in bull riding, also joining the Alberta High School Rodeo Association. His love for rodeo never ended when he hung up his ropes. Cliff left home and went to work for Stan Weatherly with Big Country Rodeo where he hauled stock to the rodeos and took care of the rodeo bulls and broncs. He married Leanne and moved to Vauxhall where he purchased a 1990 Peterbilt, began his own business and contracted to Lonesome Lake Gravel. He was a member of the Vauxhall Legion as well as a member of the Vauxhall Fire & Ambulance. Cliff loved small town life and was very active in his community.
In 2003, Cliff moved back to Youngstown, ranch country; this was his home. He worked with and managed the ranch operation with Dave & Jay Galarneau for ten years up until the time of his passing. His strong work ethic and his livestock and equipment knowledge were surpassed by none. He was president of the Spondin Agriculture Society. Cliff could always be counted on, giving 110% no matter what the task be, large or small. With his ready laugh, strong handshake and quick wit, he made friends wherever he went. His nieces and nephews loved to be around him and held him in high respect and admiration, as did so many of us.
Cliff was a loving father, his kids were his world. He was the best dad any child could have asked for. He shared his love of ranch life with his children as they loved helping with chores and being with their dad.
Cliff will be sadly missed by so many and he will live forever in our hearts.
Cliff is survived by his sons Colter and Quintin; his daughter Keaton and their mother Leanne.  He is also survived by his girlfriend Marlene Derr of Stettler; father John and stepmother Betty of Taber; sister Bernadine (Ray) Leech of Medicine Hat and their children Jennifer and Jared; brother Jim (Susan) of Taber and their children Ryan (Noel and Tate), Travis, Clinton, Tianna; sister Cynthia (Clarence) Holthe of Turin and their children Damaris, Melodie, Curtis and Calvin; brother Ed (Tammy) of Taber and their children Justin and Tyson; sister Kim (Greg) Forchuk of Taber and their children Brett and Taylor; stepsister Mary (Gerry) and their daughter Amber.
Cliff was predeceased by his mother Frances in 1989 and by his grandparents Joe and Anne Pawlowski and John and Genevieve Meier of of Hays.
A private service will be held in Taber. Family and friends are invited to join together at the Spondin Community Centre near Hanna, Alberta for a celebration of Cliff’s life on Thursday, March 6, 2008 at 1:00 P.M.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Cliff’s name may be made directly to the trust fund for his children in care of the CIBC, Box 389, Vauxhall, Alberta  T0K 2K0.

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Mae Chesney McCord (nee Stewart), beloved wife of the late Roy S. “Bud” McCord, passed away in Taber on Saturday, February 2, 2008 at the age of 92 years.
She is survived by her sister and best friend, Bessie Jean (McCarley) Johnson; her nieces and nephews (and their families), Echo McCarley of Lethbridge, Dixie McCarley of Coaldale, Marilyn Nelson of Milo, Sheila Stokes of Vulcan, Dawna Williams of Cochrane, Leonard McCord of Calgary, Bob McCord of Calgary, Linda Vinassi of Edmonton, Randy Mitchell of Edmonton and her adopted family members, Tina & Gerald Oevering and Elsie Friesen of Vauxhall.
Mae was predeceased by her husband Bud in 1990, parents Alexander Armstrong & Ella Mae Stewart and her brother John (Jack) Clarkson Stewart in 1949.
Mae was born in Lethbridge on October 3, 1915. She married Bud in 1939 and they farmed for a few years before moving to the Town of Vauxhall. During her many years of residence in Vauxhall, Mae worked as a hairdresser, clerk at the Post Office, for the Bank of Nova Scotia and finally the Town of Vauxhall for eleven years.
She was an active member of the Order of the Eastern Star and was Grand Matron for two terms. Mae was also an active member of the Parkview United Church (UCW), Vauxhall Willing Workers Club and an honourary member of the Vauxhall Curling Club. Over the years, she skipped many teams to curling bonspiel victories and hence earned her name “Mickey McCord”.
Mae, commonly known in Vauxhall as “Aunt Mae”, loved to cook and bake and many good times were had around her table.
During her latter years, Mae took up golf and won various awards at the Senior Summer Games. Nothing made her happier than to play a round of golf with her sister Bessie or good friends Doug & Mary Stevenson or Chuck & June Tajiri. She was also known to play a mean round of bridge and was a member of the Vauxhall Bridge Club for many, many years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, February 6, 2008 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 Thursday, February 7, 2008 at 1:00 P.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 Mae’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta  T1J 2M7.

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Nereo Anthony Millo of Taber, passed away peacefully with his loving wife Zorka at his side, at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Saturday, December 8, 2007 at the age of 63 years.
Besides his loving wife Zorka, Nereo is survived by four sons, Bernard (Wendy) Millo of Taber and their children Jordyn & Rylan, Richard (Alison) Millo of Taber and their children Kade & Kennedy, Lloyd Millo of Kelowna, British Columbia and his daughter Jaela and Lenny Millo of Taber; his mother Caterina Millo of Taber, sister Livia (Louis) Sich of Trochu, niece Anita Sich (Chris Palaz) of Calgary and their daughter Carly, and nephews Dr. Martin Sich of Three Hills and Ivan Sich of Trochu; He is also survived by his mother-in-law Anna Radanovic and brothers-in-law Milan (Maria), Dusan (Nevenka) and Danko all of Croatia and by numerous cousins in Italy.
He was predeceased by his father Matteo in 1971 and father-in-law Mario in 2001.
Nereo was born in Verteneglio, Italy on August 5, 1944. He immigrated to Canada with his parents at the age of 12 years. They arrived in Halifax by boat, arriving March 21, 1957 and travelled from Halifax to Lethbridge by train. Nereo began farming north of Taber in 1961 with his parents. On February 8, 1975, he married Zorka Radanovic. Together, they continued farming at the homestead until he fell ill in the summer of 2007.
Nereo enjoyed the mountains. He loved playing with his grandchildren. Nereo was an extremely hard working man. A real perfectionist. He had a quiet nature, but when he spoke, everyone listened. Nereo will be sadly missed but fondly remembered!
Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber on Wednesday, December 12, 2007 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, December 13, 2007 at 10:30 A.M. with Reverend Mariusz Sztuk SDS Celebrant.  Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Nereo’s name may be made directly to the Lethbridge Cancer Centre (Equipment Fund), Room 2H209, 960 - 19 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta  T1J 1W5.

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Helen McAndrews (nee MacKillican) of Vauxhall, beloved wife of the late Jerome McAndrews passed away peacefully at Extendicare Lethbridge on Thursday, November 29, 2007 at the age of 88 years.
Helen is survived by her children Sandra (Terry) Baker of Lethbridge, Karen (Gerald) Hill of Calgary, Greg (AnneMarie) McAndrews of Calgary, Dolores (Doug) Wolosuk of Vauxhall, Michael (Bridget) McAndrews of Edson, Janice (Jim) Pedlar of  Calgary and Marjorie Smith of Calgary; fifteen grandchildren Tim, Tara (Jeff), Nancy, Craig (Gina), Carey, Lisa (Paul), Kara, Kris (Carla), Jamie (Aaron), Patrick, Gavin, Colin, Graham, Shawn and Dustin; twelve great grandchildren Shae-Lynn, Brayden, Dylan, Addison, Ewan, Cameron, Brant, Hayden, Ashlyn, Catarina, Anthony and Riley.
She was predeceased by her husband Jerome; parents, four sisters and two brothers.
Helen was born at Purple Springs, Alberta to George and Emma MacKillican.  She taught school for thirty-two years primarily in Vauxhall.  Helen loved time with her family, music, curling, golf, bridge and travelling.  She was a member of the Vauxhall Legion Ladies Auxiliary and was always willing to help when called upon.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006- 48 Avenue, Taber on Sunday, December 2, 2007 between 4:00 P.M. and 5:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Vauxhall Mennonite Brethren Church, 320 - 9 Street North, Vauxhall on Monday, December 3, 2007 at 2:00 P.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 Helen'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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Ella Mehlhaff beloved wife of the late Adolf Mehlhaff, passed away on Tuesday, November 6, 2007 at the age of 98 years.
Ella was born on December 27, 1908 in Campbell County, Ardis, South Dakota.
She leaves to mourn her passing, three sons Alvin (Viola) Mehlhaff of Medicine Hat, Eugene Mehlhaff of Hays and Fred (Alice) Mehlhaff of Lethbridge; eleven grandchildren, twenty-five great grandchildren and thirteen great great grandchildren.  She is also survived by her sister Minnie March; sister-in-law Edna Schauer as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Ella was predeceased by her husband Adolf; parents Martin and Katherine Schauer; brothers Alvin (Martha) Schauer and Art Schauer; sisters Irene (Louis) Schlaht and Esther (Alex) Cairney; daughter-in-law Leona Mehlhaff; brother-in-law Gottlieb March.
The Funeral Service will be held at Parkview United Church, 712 - 3 Avenue North, Vauxhall on Friday, November 9, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Alana Johnson officiating.  Burial to follow at the Vauxhall Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Ella’s name may be made directly to a charity of one’s choice.

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Lea Hiram MacDonald, beloved husband of Beverly MacDonald passed away at the Edith Cavell Care Centre in Lethbridge on Saturday, September 8, 2007 at the age of 79 years.
Besides Beverly, his loving wife of 49 years, Lea is survived by four daughters and their families: Michelle (Brian) Christensen of Lethbridge and their three sons Leland, Brant & Tory; Shawnalea (Norbert) Mertins of Taber and their five children Jayleen, Justine, Janessa, Jennae & Jesse; Nolette MacDonald of Lethbridge; Danielle (Joe) Miko of Lethbridge and their two sons Chancery & Chasen. Lea is also survived by one sister Mary (Maury) Dahlquist of Bellevue, Washington and her family. He was predeceased by his parents Levi & Estella MacDonald.
Lea was born in Lowbanks, Ontario on March 11, 1928. He grew up on the family farm south of Taber and received his schooling in Taber. He was a true farmer and loved animals. Lea married Beverly Ayers in Great Falls, Montana on March 10, 1958. They lived on their farm south of Taber and raised their four girls. He was well liked by everyone and was a good friend to all. Lea became a resident of the Taber Continuing Care in November of 2004 and later moved to the Edith Cavell Care Centre in Lethbridge this past January. He will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew and loved him.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, September 12, 2007 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at Knox United Church, 4929 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, September 13, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Elizabeth Brown of the First United  Church in Lethbridge officiating. A private family burial will be held at the Archmount Cemetery, Lethbridge.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Lea’s name may be made directly to the Taber Hospital Foundation, Continuing Care, 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta  T1G 1N9 or to the Edith Cavell Care Centre, 1255 - 5 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta  T1J 0V6.

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William (Bill) James Mulner of Taber, beloved husband of the late Eddie Mulner, passed away on Monday, August 6, 2007 at the age of 87 years.
Bill was born on March 20, 1920 in Punichy, Saskatchewan, the son of Louis and Elizabeth Mulner. The family moved to Taber where he received his schooling. In 1942 he joined the Armed Forces, serving the latter part of the war in Europe and  finally in Germany. During this time he met the love of his life Edna (Eddie) Horton.  They were married in England on July 21, 1944. Following the war they settled in Taber where he worked for Paterson’s Groceries, the Sugar Factory, Vauxhall Transport and in the seventies for the Town Of Taber until his retirement. Bill was a member of the Taber Legion, Knox United Church, Moose and the Taber Golf Club. He was an avid golfer, enjoyed stream fishing, bingo and cards, especially crib. Bill was known for his hard work, integrity and good and fun loving nature. A good summation of the legacy he left behind is honest, simple, hardworking and trustworthy. He will be missed.
Bill is survived by his loving daughters Linda (Ron) Veres of Taber and their children Devany (Brent) May and their children Kirsty, Rylee and Jami; Robb (Arlene) and their son Brock;  his daughter Terry (Ferris) Zaugg of Taber and children Zac Nyce; T.J. Nyce and children Gabrielle, Jameson and Gracie; Shiloh Nyce and Amy Nyce. He was predeceased by his wife Eddie, a daughter in infancy Carol Lee, sisters Velma and Ann and brothers Gordon and Henry.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006-48 Ave., Taber on Thursday, August 9, 2007 between 7:00 and 8:00 P.M. The Funeral Service will be held at Knox United Church, 4929-50 Ave., Taber on Friday, August 10, 2007 at 1:00 P.M.  Burial to follow in the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Bill’s name may be made directly to the Taber Hospital Foundation, 4326-50 Ave., Taber, Alberta T1G 1N9.

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Edward David Martin beloved husband of Patricia Martin of Warner, passed away in Taber on Saturday, August 4, 2007 at the age of 71 years.
Besides his loving wife Pat, he is survived by his children Nora Lee (David) Wozny of Belville, Ontario, Owen Martin of Cold Lake, Shaunine (Darren) Barber of Owen Sound, Ontario, Ed Martin of Barnwell and Maureen (Kevin) Eliasson of Stewartstown, Pennsylvania; eleven grandchildren and one great grandchild.  He is also survived by his brothers-in-law Bryan (Alice) Campbell-Hope of Edmonton and Alden (Moragh) Campbell-Hope of Victoria, B.C. as well as numerous other relatives.
He was predeceased by his parents and one sister.
Edward was born May 15, 1936 in Vancouver, B.C.  He married Patricia Campbell-Hope on August 21, 1961.  Edward had a great love for Canada and served his country for forty-eight years with distinction. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.  Edward was an active member of the  Lions Club of Warner, Taber Royal Canadian Legion and was the oldest member of the Taber Paintball Association.  He also served as a councilman for the Village of Warner.  Edwards passion for the military lead to him opening a military museum in Warner, which he donated all of the artifacts for.  He enjoyed gardening, paintball, building and was a real history buff.  He will be lovingly remembered by his family and friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, August 8, 2007 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
A Graveside Service will be held at the Barnwell Cemetery on Thursday, August 9, 2007 at 1:00 P.M. with The Reverend Wil Stonehill officiating.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Edward’s name may be made directly to the Lions Club of Warner, P.O. Box 314, Warner, Alberta T0K 2L0.

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Derek Tyler Mackenzie of Taber, passed away on Wednesday, July 25, 2007 at the age of 20 years.
He is survived by his father Ken Mackenzie and step-mom Cheryl McGann of Taber; mother Sherry Mackenzie of Kindersley; siblings Jeff Mackenzie of Taber, J.D. Mackenzie of Kindersley and Sheena Mackenzie of Kindersley; grandmother Grace Mackenzie of Edmonton as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Derek was predeceased by his grandparents Don and Sheila McDougall and Don Mackenzie and by his uncle Malcolm McDougall.
During Derek’s twenty year life, he enjoyed spending time with his friends and family doing various things such as roller-blading, working out with weights, snowmobiling, racing his remote controlled gas powered trucks and learning automotive repairs.  He was well liked by everyone who met him at work and at play and Derek always tried to stay in touch with them.  Derek enjoyed his job, working with his dad in the oilfield as a pipeline locator.  Derek will be sadly missed by all that knew him.  Rest in peace my son.
The Funeral Service was held at the St. Paul’s United Church, Kindersley, Saskatchewan on Monday, July 30, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Chris Ewing officiating.  A private family interment will take place at the Kindersley Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Derek’s name may be made directly to AADAC, 200 - 5 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4C7 or to the Canadian Mental Health Association, 426 - 6 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2C9.

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Luise Mueller of Taber, beloved wife of the late Heinrich Mueller, passed away on Sunday, July 15, 2007 at the age of 87 years.
Luise leaves to cherish her memory her grandson Jason Lee (Amy) Mueller of Orange, N.S.W. Australia; granddaughter Angie May (Ed) Osler of Taber; two great grandchildren Brysen & Marison Horst of Taber; daughter-in-law Marilyn Currie of Taber and two nephews Nick (Sheila) Melnik of Seven Persons and Ron (Wendy) Melnik of Medicine Hat.
She was predeceased by her parents Johan & Katharina Muller; her devoted husband Heinrich Mueller; two sons Karl Mueller and Friedrich Mueller; brother Karl Muller, brother-in-law Nick Melnik and sister-in-law Barbara Melnik.
Luise was born May 5, 1920 in Krafelbach, Kreiss Schwabish, West Germany. She married Heinrich Mueller February 24, 1945 in Tenental, Kreis Schwabish. In 1953 Luise and Heinrich immigrated to Canada with their two sons Karl and Friedrich. Luise hoed sugar beets for many years to help bring in income for their family. In 1957, Heinrich and Luise purchased an acreage south of Fincastle. Here the family raised a variety of farm animals and nurtured a large garden. She had a green thumb and the abundant produce grown in her garden was generously shared with family, friends and neighbours.
Luise moved into the Clearview Lodge in Taber in July 2006 where she resided until her passing. The staff found her a very pleasant resident, always thanking them for each little service they rendered to her.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the  Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, August 3, 2007 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at Peace Lutheran Church, 4619 - 56 Avenue, Taber on Saturday, August 4, 2007 at 10:30  A.M. with Pastor Carl Bogda officiating.  Burial to follow in the  Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Luise’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 210D - 12A Street North, Lethbridge, Alberta  T1H 2J1.
The family would like to thank the management and staff of Clearview Lodge and Luise’s close friends for their concern, care and assistance over the past year. The family also wishes to thank the doctors and nurses at the Taber Hospital who assisted in Luise’s care and also for the kind support and comfort they rendered the family during her final hours.

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Mr. John William “Jack” McCloy, beloved husband of Mrs. Louise McCloy of Taber, passed away on Monday, April 9, 2007 at the age of 70 years.
Jack was born at Prince Albert, Saskatchewan on October 13, 1936 to parents William and Isabelle McCloy. He was raised and educated at Kinistino, Saskatchewan.  He married Irene Louise Hunter on July 11, 1959 at Fillmore, Saskatchewan.  That same year he attended the University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon in the school of agriculture.  In 1967 they moved back to the family farm in Kinistino, Saskatchewan.  In 1968 the family moved to Yorkton, Saskatchewan where Jack worked at the Co-op lumber yard.  In 1970 they moved to Calgary to work for Sherritt Gordon Mines.  They moved to Taber in 1975 where he began his employment with Taber Fertilizer.  He was later employed with Century 21, Royal LePage, McDonald Chev Olds and Milliken Farm Supplies until his retirement in 2002.
Jack was the “laugh out loud” kind of guy who enjoyed the company of good friends, family and especially his grandchildren.  He also enjoyed golfing, curling, camping and fishing.  One of his proud accomplishments was a “hole in one” at Parksville, British Columbia in 2004.  Jack was a member of the Elks in Taber and Kinsmen in Kinistino, Saskatchewan and on the Board of Directors at Indian Hills Golf Club.
Besides his loving wife Louise, he is  survived by his mother Isabelle McCloy of Melfort, Saskatchewan; three children Mark (Heather) McCloy of Lethbridge, Joanne McCloy of Taber and Colleen Donahue (Grant Hawes) of Taber; grandchildren Megan Donahue of Taber, Kennedy McCloy of Lethbridge, Tyler (Sylvia) Sawada of Edmonton and Ashley Fleming of Lethbridge; great grandchildren Colton and Parker Sawada of Edmonton; four sisters Sheila (Bob) Brucker of Nanaimo, British Columbia, Patricia Dodds of Melfort, Saskatchewan, Colleen McCloy of Fort Nelson, British Columbia and Jean (Ian) Bostock of Sherwood Park; brothers-in-law Gordon Hill of Edmonton and Kenneth (Jeanne) Hunter of Corning, Saskatchewan.  He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was predeceased by his father William McCloy, father and mother-in-law Lawrence and Gladys Hunter and sister-in-law Dorothy Hill.
At Jack’s request no formal Funeral Service will be held.
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 Canadian Diabetes Association, 210D - 12A Street North, Lethbridge, Alberta  T1H 2J1.

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Mr. Boleslaw “Bob” Mydlowski of Calgary, formerly of Taber, passed away in Calgary on Monday, April 2, 2007 at the age of 94 years.
Bob was born in Poland on April 12, 1912 and came to Canada in 1950.  He worked as a farm labourer and later at the Cannery in Taber.  Bob was predeceased by his wife Natalie in 1979. In 1996 he moved to the Hillcrest Nursing Home in Calgary where he resided until the time of his passing.
He is survived by his son Bob (Celine); granddaughters Kristina, Monika and Sabina; great granddaughters Olivia, Rafal, Karina, Natalia, Gregory and Victoria.  He was predeceased by a granddaughter Renata.
A Graveside Service will be held at the Taber Memorial Garden, Taber on Wednesday, April 4, 2007 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Mariusz Sztuk SDS officiating.

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Mrs. Mary Isabella Meyer of Taber, beloved wife of the late Dr. John Meyer, passed away on Wednesday, March 21, 2007 at the age of 81 years.
Mary was born on May 27, 1925 at Bashaw, Alberta the daughter of Jack and Annie McCutcheon.  She received her schooling at Bashaw after which she worked at the bank in Blackie.  She married John Meyer on November 25, 1945.  Mary was a wife and homemaker who dedicated her life to her family.  She was a very creative woman who loved her garden, wrote poetry and enjoyed sewing, knitting, ceramics, bridge, bingo and golf.  She was a “spunky” woman with a twinkle in her eyes and a smile on her face who passed on the gift of laughter and love of life to her daughters.
Mary will be dearly missed by her six daughters Colleen (Cliff) Holowiski of Taber, Barbara (John Van Dyk) Meyer of Edmonton, Patricia (Yucel) Soykut of Calgary, Evelyn (Cris) Abels of Talequah, Oklahoma, Kathleen (Bob) Landry of Oshawa, Ontario and June (Mitch) Friesen of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin; twenty grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren; a brother Dr. John McCutcheon of Lethbridge and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her son John Meyer, brother Robert (Jean) McCutcheon and sister-in-law Helen McCutcheon.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Monday, March 26, 2007 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Mariusz Sztuk SDS Celebrant.  A private family interment will take place at a later date in High River, Alberta.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Mary’s name may be made directly to the Taber Hospital Foundation, 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta  T1G 1N9.

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Viola Marcella McCarthy, beloved wife of the late Fred McCarthy, passed away in Taber on Monday, January 1, 2007 at the age of 97 years.
She is survived by her children Leo (Arlene) McCarthy of Castlegar, B.C., Marguerite (Dean) Brown of Calgary, Myrna Petek of Vauxhall, Dennis (Gail) McCarthy of Cold Lake, Ella Fajnor of Calgary, Erika McCarthy of Calgary, Donald (Lisa) McCarthy of Saskatoon and Daughter-in-law Sheila McCarthy of Moose Jaw; twenty five grandchildren and forty great grandchildren.  She is also survived by her sister Hilda Thiel of Taber and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Fred, infant daughter Cleora and son Leonard.
Vi was born May 31, 1909 at Granum, Alberta to Peter and Anna Thiel.  She received her schooling at Lomond.  Vi married Fred McCarthy on April 11, 1932.  They moved to the Vauxhall area in 1940 and she resided their until 2004 when she moved to the Clearview Lodge in Taber.  Vi loved music and enjoyed playing the piano and the banjo.  She also enjoyed playing cards, especially bridge, which she continued to play up until her passing.
Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 324 - 2 Avenue North, Vauxhall on Thursday, January 4, 2007 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Vauxhall on Friday, January 5, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Mariusz Sztuk SDS Celebrant.  Interment to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Vi’s name may be made directly to a charity of one’s personal choosing.

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Minnie Alice Mitchell, beloved wife of the late Harry Mitchell, of Taber, passed away on Wednesday, December 20, 2006 at the age of 90 years.
She is survived by her daughters Maureen Scott of Bentley, Darlien (Bill) Stolk of Taber, Sandra (Ken) Madsen of Three Hills; twelve grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren, one great great grandchild, sister Margaret (Doug) Hicks of Winnipeg and sister-in-law Lou Cockriell of Kelowna as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Harry, parents Alfred and Susan Cockriell, brother Gordon, sister Shirley, great grandson Joel and son-in-law Wilbur Scott.
Minnie was born September 26, 1916 at Hatton, Saskatchewan.  In 1924 when Minnie was only eight, the family moved to Codette, Saskatchewan where her parents built the first hotel in the town.  Minnie met her future husband Harry in Codette in 1933 and they were married June 29, 1938.  The young couple started up a grocery and dry good store in Garrick, Saskatchewan and resided there until March 1953.  Moving from Garrick, they bought the HiWay Grocery in Taber and owned and operated the little corner store until July 1966.  After closing the store, mom worked at Bodies Women's Wear in Taber.  In 1973, she moved to Lethbridge and worked in the linen department of Eaton's
Department store until she retired at the age of seventy two.  Mom enjoyed cooking, bowling, bingo, traveling and dancing.  Her constant companion of many years was her beloved cat “Peppy Poo”.  When mom moved from her home in Lethbridge to Harmony Home in Taber, she had to give up her companion to the care of her daughter in Bentley.  She looked forward to visiting her buddy all the time and loved the fact that he never forgot her.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, December 26, 2006 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, December 27, 2006 at 10:30 A.M. with Reverend Elizabeth Brown of First United Church in Lethbridge, officiating.  Interment to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.   If friends so desire, memorial tribute’s in Minnie’s name may be made directly to the Lethbridge and District Humane Society, P.O. Box 783, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 3Z6.

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Ronald Blair Minion of Warner passed away at home on Wednesday, October 18, 2006 at the age of 52 years.
Ron is survived by his daughter Ronda (Scott) Brown of Lethbridge and their children Freedom & Xadyn, his son Christopher (Margee) Minion of Lethbridge, his stepson Jason (Laura) of Raymond and their children Austin & Jessie, his stepdaughter Megan (Dave) of Zealandia, SK and their children Brianna, Zachery, Dylan & Trista. He is also survived by his mother Cecilia Minion of Warner, his sister-in-law Margaret Minion of Magrath and by his good friend Jason Fast of Warner.
He was predeceased by his daughter Frieda Minion (2004), his brother Warren Minion (1995) and his father Lee Minion (1995).
Ron was born in Lethbridge October 6, 1954, the son of Lee & Cecilia Minion. He was raised on the farm near Warner. Ron received his schooling in Warner. During this time, he was actively involved in 4H. He later attended the University of Alberta and spent some time employed with the Toronto Dominion Bank in Lethbridge before he began farming. Ron was a member of the Warner Volunteer Fire Department and loved reading.
The Funeral Service will be held at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Milk River on Monday, October 23, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Mary Young of St. Paul’s United Church officiating. Interment will be held at the Warner Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Ronald’s name may be made directly to The Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation, 2888 Shaganappi Trail N.W., Calgary, Alberta  T3B 6A8.

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Mr. Karl Heinz Mueller of Taber passed away on Wednesday, May 31,  2006 at the age of 60 years.
Karl was born on September 20, 1945 in Schwabisch Hall, Germany and  moved to Canada with his family in 1953. He started work in the  oil patch at age 16 and when he was 35 he had a son Jason.  Karl was  dedicated to his job and was known for his eagerness and knowledge of  the oilfield.
Karl is survived by his common-law wife Marilyn Currie of Taber; his  mother Luise Mueller of Taber; children Angie Currie (Ed Osler) of  Taber and Jason Mueller of Australia and grandchildren Brysen and  Marison Horst.  He was predeceased by his father Heinrich Mueller and  a brother Fredrich Mueller.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the  Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006-48 Ave., Taber on Friday, June 2, 2006  from 7:00 to 8:00 P.M.  The Funeral Service will be held at Peace  Lutheran Church, 4619-56 Ave., Taber on Saturday, June 3, at 10:30  A.M. with Pastor Carl Bogda officiating.  Interment to follow in the  Taber Memorial Garden.

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