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Merle Irene Thacker, beloved wife of the late Herbert Thacker Jr., passed away in Bow Island on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at the age of 90 years.
A private family Graveside Service will precede the Funeral Service at the Burdett Community Cemetery. The Funeral Service will be held at St. Andrew’s United Church, 139 - 2 Avenue West, Bow Island on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 at 2:30 P.M. with Pastor Sheila McLeod officiating.
Merle is survived by five children Jerry (Frances) Thacker of Burdett and their children Marcie (Harty) Hartwig (children Tyler and Alia), David (Rhona) Thacker (children Andrew, Daniel and Jalissa), foster son Brent Kosolofski; Dennis (Heather) Thacker of Burdett and their children Burk (Tracey) Thacker (children Molly and Quinn); Jeff Thacker; Linda (Don) Newton of Skiff and their children Tara (Dwayne) McLaren (children Brooke and Kacie), Robyn (Kevin) Todd (children Kora and Faye); Wendy (Nick) Keam of Canberra, Australia and their children Lauren (Adam) Kaminski (children Mikka and Eva), Lachlan Keam and James Keam; Cathy (Stuart) Murray of Whitla and their children Dale, Eric (Karen) Murray (children Ryan and Kate) and Logan (Ashleigh) Murray (children Ward and Janey). She is also survived by one brother Gordon (Elsie) Campbell of Okotoks; sister-in-law Bev Campbell of Medicine Hat as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She lost the love of her life Herbert Thacker in 2007; brother and sister-in-law Allen and Fern Campbell.
Merle was born on May 29, 1921 in Burdett to Bert and Johanna Campbell. She married Herb Thacker on November 11, 1940 and they lived on the family farm west of Burdett. To Merle, family came first. Every member of her family received her quiet praise in all of their accomplishments, no matter how large or small. She will be remembered for her sewing, gardening, uncountable meals both at home and “in the field”. Her quilts can be found all over Alberta and as far away as Australia. Herb and Merle traveled world wide, including a trip to Russia to attend the Canada verses Russia Summit Series in 1972. She was an honourary life member of the Prairie Rose Quilters Guild, Burdett Celebration Weavers, Burdett Women’s Institute. Merle was also a member of the Grassy Lake Eastern Star, Royal Purple No. 241 and was the Burdett United Church treasurer for more than twenty years.
She was instrumental in the creation of the Burdett History Book and spent many hours gathering the necessary information. Merle and Herb enjoyed a drive around the countryside to check the crops.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Merle’s name may be made directly to the Bow Island and District Health Foundation, Bag 3990, Bow Island, Alberta T0K 0G0.

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Della Rose Thornton, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Friday, August 19, 2011 at the age of 92 years.
In accordance with Della’s wishes, a private family service will be held with burial to take place at Eden Brook Memorial Gardens, Calgary.
Della is survived by her daughters Lorna (Frank) Spanbauer of Lethbridge and Heather Bartlett (Ed Anderson) of Chilliwack, British Columbia; grandchildren Maggie (Rick) Nickel-Bowen, Charline (Jeff) Giesler, Frank A. Spanbauer and Jennifer (Dave) Brodoway; great grandchildren Matthew, Nathan, Colby, Mia and Brooke; sister Inga Pretty of Regina.
She was predeceased by her husband Irving in 1997 and grandson Trevor Pomeranz in 1984; siblings Marshall McIntosh, John McIntosh, Percy McIntosh, Lena Wetstein, Mary Mussellman and Anna Unich; sisters-in-law Esther McIntosh and Lola McIntosh; brothers-in-law Charlie Wetstein, Jim Pretty, Thad Mussellman and Eddie Unich.
Della was born on May 7, 1919, one of eight children. She loved learning and knowledge. Following high school Della received her teaching degree and went on to teach for over thirty years. Della married Irving Thornton and they settled in Vauxhall where they lived and raised their children. Della and Irving eventually moved to Calgary where she continued teaching. Following Della’s retirement from the Calgary School Board, she continued to take classes at the University of Calgary for her enjoyment. Della and Irving both enjoyed playing the piano and tap dancing lessons. Over the years they made many lifelong friends. After Irving’s passing in 1997, Della continued to be active and traveled to China, Japan and many times to Palm Springs. Della would read the newspaper from cover to cover each day and always kept up with everything that was happening in world, including Canadian and United States politics. She loved to knit and her family cherishes all the blankets and jackets she has made for them. Della always kept active and went to the gym and for long walks well into her eighties. In 2005 Della moved from Calgary to be closer to her family in Lethbridge. She spent four years at the Columbia Assisted Living and two years at the Good Samaritan Park Meadows Village.
The family would like to thank the staff of the Chinook Regional Hospital for the care they provided during Della’s last month.

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Eva Tamtom, beloved wife of the late John Tamtom Sr., passed away peacefully in Taber on Sunday, June 19, 2011 at the age of 92 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family in the Relief Society room at the church prior to the funeral service on Wednesday, June 22, 2011 between 1:00 P.M. and 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 Wednesday, June 22, 2011 at 2:00 P.M. with Bishop Wade Steed conducting. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Eva is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Michael & Deanna (nee Bennett) Tamtom of Raymond; grandchildren Michele Tamtom, Les Tamtom, Linda Wilmot and Michael S. Tamtom; twelve great grandchildren and eight great great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters Katarina Gabriel and Anna Steinke both of Windsor, Ontario.
She was predeceased by her husband John; daughter Alvina; sons Joseph and John; parents John and Mary Penich; siblings John, Tony, Christina, Regina and Mary Penich.
Eva was born March 29, 1919 to John and Mary Penich. She immigrated to Canada from Sokolovac, Croatia in 1945 with her husband John and son Micheal and arrived in Taber in 1950.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Eva’s name may be made directly to a charity of one’s choice.
The family would like to thank Joan Hart and the staff at Clearview Lodge for ten years of exceptional service and care as well as the doctors and nursing staff at the Taber Hospital.

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Michael Joseph Truyaert of Cranford, passed away at home on Saturday, June 18, 2011 at the age of 71 years.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, June 23, 2011 at 10:30 A.M. with Reverend Vincent TuanHa Celebrant. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Mike is survived by his brother Henry Truyaert of Cranford, sister Rose (Don) McLean of Lethbridge, niece Cindy McLean (Rhod Hubbard) of Calgary and nephew Larry McLean of Lethbridge.
He was predeceased by his parents George & Margaret Truyaert.
Mike was born in Lethbridge October 18, 1939 to George & Margaret Truyaert. He received his schooling in Barnwell and Taber and later a degree from the University of Alberta in Agricultural Engineering. Mike resided most of his life on the family farm at Cranford. He loved to fly and obtained his private pilots licence. He was a member of the Agriculture Institute of Alberta and served with the Bow Island Grazing Association, serving as Secretary/Treasurer.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Michael’s name may be made directly to the charity of one’s personal choice.

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Iona Vera Turner (nee McMullin), beloved wife of the late Fred Hyde Turner, passed away peacefully in Taber on Sunday, June 5, 2011 at the age of 97 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family in the Relief Society room at the church prior to the funeral service on Thursday, June 9, 2011 between 1:00 P.M. and 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 Thursday, June 9, 2011 at 2:00 P.M. with Bishop Wade Steed conducting. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Iona is survived by three children James (Nancy) Turner of Calgary, Linda Haynes of Taber and Monte (Peggy) Turner of Taber; eight grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Doloris Scoville, two sisters-in-law Jane McMullin, Joan McMullin and by numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Fred Turner, son-in-law Ronald Haynes, sister Clarice and three brothers Nolan, Robert and Donald McMullin.
Iona was born in Raymond on August 25, 1913 to Ruby (nee Eames) & Wesley McMullin. She married Fred Turner on October 3, 1936. They lived in Picture Butte as newlyweds, later moving to Raymond before settling in Taber. Fred was employed with the sugar factory for forty four years. Iona also worked at the sugar factory for twenty four years. She had fond memories of the people she associated with during that time.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Iona’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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Charles Ronald Tulloch, beloved husband of Catherine Tulloch of Vauxhall, passed away unexpectedly in Taber on Sunday, May 29, 2011 at the age of 55 years.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Vauxhall Mennonite Brethren Church, 320 - 9 Street North, Vauxhall on Wednesday, June 1, 2011 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Alana Johnson officiating. Burial to follow at the Vauxhall Cemetery.
Besides his loving wife Catherine, he is survived by his children Eric Tulloch of Lethbridge, Dale (Nicole) Tulloch of Vauxhall and Charly Ann Tulloch of Vauxhall. He is also survived by his mother Joan Hill of Rosalind; brothers Bob (Carrie) Tulloch of Camrose, Martin Tulloch of Camrose and Kevin (Lois) Tulloch of Camrose; sisters Marlene (Lorne) Simpkins of Sexsmith, Lois (Darrell) Van Dusen of Guelph and Bernice Boomhower of Camrose; in-laws Joan and Terry McCartney of Calgary as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his father Jim Tulloch; step father Lorne Hill; brother-in-law Stan Boomhower.
He will be remembered by his many friends near and far.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Charles’ name may be made directly to a charity of one’s choice.

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Florence Tufts (nee Peterson), beloved wife of the late Clarence Tufts, passed away in Raymond on Monday, April 4, 2011 at the age of 102 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the church prior to the funeral service on Saturday, April 9, 2011 between 11:30 A.M. and 12:40 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 Saturday, April 9, 2011 at 1:00 P.M. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Florence is survived by two daughters, Gwen Tufts of Payson, Arizona and Maurine (Delwin) Jones of Tempe, Arizona; son Devon (Judy) Tufts of Highland, Utah; fourteen grandchildren and forty three great grandchildren. She is also survived by two sisters, Marie Fenske of Lethbridge and Vera (Albert) Rowley of Coaldale; sister-in-law Alice Haynes of Taber and by numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Clarence in 1971, daughter Ann in 1959 and numerous other relatives.

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Gerhard Tiede passed away in Taber on Saturday, March 12, 2011 at the age of 76 years following a lengthy battle with diabetes and more recently heart problems and cancer.
The Funeral Service will be held at Peace Lutheran Church, 4619 - 56 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, March 17, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Carl Bogda officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Gerhard is survived by his brother Helmut Tiede of Coaldale; sister Holde (Oskar) Schneider of Calgary; seven nieces and nephews and seventeen great nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents Johann & Elsie Tiede.
Gerhard’s chosen profession was as a cabinetmaker and he served an apprenticeship in Germany. After coming to Canada in 1955, he was a successful farmer and rancher for many years in the Purple Springs area (sugar beets and exotic cattle).

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William Caleb Thiessen, beloved son of Willi and Marcella Thiessen of Taber, and beloved big brother of Abigail, Danielle and Janaya, passed away in Mexico on Saturday, February 19, 2011 at the age of 10 years.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Tween Valley Christian Fellowship, Grassy Lake on Friday, February 25, 2011 at 1:00 P.M. Burial to follow at the Grassy Lake Mennonite Cemetery.

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Anne Turin, beloved wife of the late William Turin, passed away in Taber on Thursday, January 6, 2011 at the age of 95 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, January 11, 2011 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at St. Theodore’s Anglican Church, 5120 - 44 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, January 12, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Wil Stonehill officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
She leaves to mourn her passing her son Bill (Yvette) Turin of Edmonton; daughters-in-law Mary Turin of Edmonton and Virginia Turin of Nanaimo, British Columbia; eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband William; sons Leonard and John; parents, two sisters and two brothers.
Anne was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba on March 15, 1915. She received her schooling in Central School in Winnipeg. She married William Turin on February 2, 1935 at which time she came to Taber, where she has resided until her passing. Anne was a fifty year member and an Academy of Friendship member of the Woman of the Moose, as well as a member of the Anglican Church Women. She will be lovingly remembered by her family and friends.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Anne’s name may be made directly to the St. Theodore’s Anglican Church Memorial Fund, 5120 - 44 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1A9.

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Elizabeth Tautfest (nee Kudilek), beloved companion of Steve Goslin, passed away in Campbell River, British Columbia on Saturday, November 27, 2010 at the age of 47 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Monday, December 6, 2010 at 6:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine's Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, December 7, 2010 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Patrick Furtado SAC, Celebrant. A private family burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Besides her loving companion Steve, she is survived by her children Kurt (Crystal) Carver and Samantha Carver; grandchildren Montana, Mathison, Emily, Rebecca and Abigayle; mother Katie (Jim) Schmitz all of Taber as well as numerous other relatives.
She was predeceased by her father Josip Kudilek.
Elizabeth was born in Antunovac, Yugoslavia on December 25, 1962 to Josip and Katarina Kudilek. She immigrated to Canada with her family when she was seven. They settled in Taber where she was raised and educated. In 1995 she moved to Vancouver Island and eventually settled in Campbell River, where she has resided until her passing. Elizabeth enjoyed cooking and gardening, especially tending to her flowers, plants and fruit trees. She will be lovingly remembered by her family and friends.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Elizabeth’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2M7.

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Albert George Thacker, beloved husband of Theresa Colby, passed away in Lethbridge on Tuesday, July 27, 2010 at the age of 76 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, July 29, 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 Friday, July 30, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Sandra Riddell officiating. A private family burial will follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Besides his loving wife Theresa, Albert will be forever remembered by his four children and seven grandchildren, Debbie Waters of Coutts and her son Matthew (Bre); Sharon (Don) Cackett of Jasper and their children Joseph and Amanda; Patricia Thacker of Lethbridge and her children Anthony (Britney) and Melisa; Marilyn (Corwynn) Barrows of Coutts and their daughters Kimberly and Kendra. Albert will be fondly remembered by Theresa’s children and grandchildren, Dwayne (Teri) Colby of Taber and their children Sharon (Derek), Candice (Ryan) and Justin; Larry (Jamie) Colby of Surrey and their son Leslie; Joe (Rhonda) Colby of Taber and their children Courtney (Cody), Kelcie and Ryan; Darren (Adele) Colby of Lethbridge and their children Craig, Scott and Kaitlyn as well as by four great grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother-in-law Dyson Gaudet of Powell River, British Columbia, sister-in-law Dorothy Thacker of Burdett as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents, Edra (nee Keyes) & George Thacker Jr. and his first wife Violet Thacker, sister and brother-in-law Bertha (Robert) Corraini, sister Delores Gaudet and brother Walter Thacker.
Albert was born May 30, 1934 in Bow Island and received his schooling in Bow Island and Burdett. He married Violet Beigler April 9, 1956. In 1959 they moved to Texada Island, British Columbia where he was employed in the mining industry. In 1997, Albert and Vi retired to Taber.
After Vi’s passing in 2002, Albert met Theresa Colby. They were married June 22, 2005 and have resided in Lethbridge since.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Albert’s name may be made directly to St. Michael’s Health Centre, 1400 - 9 Avenue South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4V5 or to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2M7.

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Michael Tuchscherer of Bow Island, beloved husband of Laura Tuchscherer, passed away at The Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Thursday, June 24, 2010, at the age of 84 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 1113 - 1 Street East, Bow Island on Sunday, June 27, 2010 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 1113 - 1 Street East, Bow Island on Monday, June 28, 2010 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Fred Monk Celebrant. A private family burial will follow at the Bow Island Cemetery.
Mike is survived by his five children, Lyle (Bonné) Tuchscherer of Bow Island and their children Andrea (Eric) Lodders, Richele (Jeff) Staseson; Wendy Torscher of Milk River and her children Stephen (Suzanne) Torscher, Ryan (Kelly) Torscher; Glen (Cynthia) Tuchscherer of Bow Island and her children, Wade (Sarah) Bradford, Melanie (Marc) Bradford; Lloyd Tuchscherer of La Crete; and Laurie (Roy) Matz Grassy Lake and their children, Owen and Megan; as well as ten great grandchildren. He is also survived by one brother, Sam, and one sister-in-law, Leona Dutcher as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Mike was predeceased by his parents John & Elizabeth, brothers Jack, Tony, Conrad, Tom, Stanley, sisters Mary Byam, Katie Shearer & Magdelena McLennan.
Mike was born in Portreeve, Saskatchewan on March 13, 1926. On June 10, 1953, he married Laura Baesen and resided in Calgary until moving to the Bow Island area to farm. In 1990 Mike retired from farming and they moved into town. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and former District Governor of the Lions Club. His hobbies included playing cards, fishing and woodworking. Family was very important to Mike and he will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all of them.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Mike’s name may be made directly to the Bow Island Emergency Services, Box 1127, Bow Island, Alberta T0K 0G0.

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Elizabeth “Betty” Tomcala of Taber, beloved wife of the late Josef Tomcala of Taber, passed away peacefully in the Palliative Care Unit of the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 just weeks after celebrating her 90th birthday.
She will be dearly missed by her children Annie of Medicine Hat; Mary Jane of Calgary; Frank (Laurie) of Canora, Saskatchewan and “Baba’s” dearest grandchildren Ryan, Gregory, Chelsea, Andrew, Bryce, Olivia and Elley. She is also survived by her sisters Mary Gajdostik, Margaret McMillan, Zita (Frank) Tinordi, Anne (John) Hrycoy all of Lethbridge and brother Albin (Ellen) Prus of Taber; sisters-in-law Ida Prus of Port Alberni, British Columbia, Maria Prus of Ruskov, Slovakia and many cousins and their families in Slovakia. Aunty Lizzie (Betty) will be missed by nieces and nephews near and abroad and by neighbours and good friends.
She was predeceased by her loving husband Josef of 55 years; parents Michael and Elizabeth Prus of Taber; Brothers Carl and Ladislav and sister Jolana; her first husband Ondrej Molotoris and their infant daughter Jolana.
Betty was born Alzbeta Prus January 29, 1920 in Nizna Mysla, Czechoslovakia, the eldest of nine children. She had to grow up quickly when her father left for Canada in 1927. In 1934 her mother and three siblings went to join him. At age 14 with help from her grandparents, she began to support herself and brother Laci; first by being a domestic and later as nanny for many families near Kosice, Slovakia. She married Ondrej Molotoris in 1940. They lived in Blazice, Slovakia where they began to raise a family. The loss of Ondrej, and soon after her daughter during WW II left her devastated. She continued to make ends meet by doing custom sewing and weaving and prayed that she would be reunited with her family in Canada.
In 1948 her dream came true. She adjusted to living on the prairies quickly by making new friends, helped her mother with younger siblings, dress making and handicrafts. At a church picnic she met Joe Tomcala, the neighbor who farmed down the road. They were married on November 21, 1950. Together they farmed northeast of Taber. Mom had to multitask as her days were filled with raising the family and daily chores including milking cows, caring for chickens, pigs and geese and preparing meals. There was always a variety of extra work in the fields and barn all year long; in addition to growing a beautiful flower and vegetable garden. When time remained she enjoyed sewing, embroidering, crocheting and loved to read stories from the Hlasatel Kalendar. It was a tradition for her extended family to gather at Betty’s for holiday feasts. This continued until her health declined.
She liked exploring Alberta on day trips, and traveled throughout Canada, USA and Europe, with Joe and her daughters. The four visits to Czechoslovakia were the most memorable. She loved showing her Canadian home when family from Europe came to visit.
Mom lived life ruled by her faith and trust in God through prayer. Family and church meant everything, encouraging her children and especially her seven grandchildren to become who they are. Baba loved to spoil them by baking their favorite cinnamon buns, kolachy, honey cookies and ensured that they have opportunities to further their education.
When she retired from the farm she was happy to play cards with good neighbors, friends and family, read books, enjoy her new home, watch her garden grow and to visit with all who dropped in. She longed to be near her son and his family especially after they relocated. Since 2007 Mom lived in Medicine Hat with her daughter but Taber was always home. We would like to thank the home care providers for their continued support and Dr. Beckie and Dr. Jeraj and the entire Medicine Hat Palliative Care team for their outstanding care for Mom.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Monday, March 15, 2010 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Patrick Furtado SAC, Celebrant. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Elizabeth’s name may be made directly to the Calgary Firefighters Burn Treatment Society, Suite 136, 440 - 10816 Macleod Trail, Calgary, Alberta T2J 5N8.



Note: Here is a Slovak translation provided by Elizabeth's cousin Helen, who is a translator by profession in Europe.

Alžbeta (Elizabeth) “Betty” Tomcala z Taber, milovaná manželka zomrelého Jozefa Tomcalu z Taber, nás v tichosti a v pokoji navždy opustila v stredu 10. marca v Paliatívnom dome Regionálnej nemocnice v Medicine Hat, len niekoľko týždňov po tom, čo oslávila svoje 90.narodeniny.
Bude nám veľmi chýbať, zvlášť svojim deťom Annie z Medicine Hat; Mary Jane z Calgary; Frankovi (Laurie) z Canora v Saskatchewan a “babkiným” najdrahším vnúčatám Ryan, Gregory, Chelsea, Andrew, Bryce, Olivia and Elley. Takisto bude chýbať aj ešte svojim žijúcim sestrám Mary Gajdostik, Margaret McMillan, Zite (Frank) Tinordi, Anne (John) Hrycoy, všetkým z Lethbridge a bratovi Albinovi (Ellen) Prus z Taber; švagrine Ide Prus z Port Alberni v British Columbia, Marii Prusovej z Ruskova na Slovensku a mnoho ďalším sesterniciam a bratrancom a ich rodinám na Slovensku. Teta Lizzie (Betty) bude chýbať svojim neteriam a synovcom, ktorí sú zblízka aj zďaleka (zo zahraničia) a tiež susedom a dobrým priateľom.
Do večnosti ju predišiel jej manžel Jozef po 55 rokoch spoločného života, jej rodičia Michal a Elizabeth Prus z Taber, bratia Karol (Carl) a Ladislav, sestra Jolana, jej prvý manžel Ondrej Molotoris a ich dcérka Jolana.
Betty sa narodila 29.januára 1920 v Nižnej Myšli v Československu, ako najstaršia z deviatich detí. Musela rýchlo dospieť, keďže v roku 1927 jej otec odišiel do Kanady. V roku 1934 jej mama a traja súrodenci ho nasledovali. Ako 14-ročná s pomocou svojich starých rodičov, začala sa starať o seba a o svojho brata Laciho; najprv tým, že slúžila v domácnostiach a neskôr robila pestúnku v mnohých rodinách v okolí Košíc na Slovensku. V roku 1940 sa vydala za Ondreja Molotorisa. Bývali v Blažiciach na Slovensku, kde si chceli založiť rodinu. Počas 2.svetovej vojny strata Ondreja, a čoskoro na to ich dcérky, ju hlboko poznačila. Aby prežila začala šiť a tkať miestne kroje (oblečenie) a modlila sa, aby mohla ísť za svojou rodinou v Kanade.V roku 1948 sa jej sen splnil. Rýchlo si zvykla na život v stepiach, našla si nových priateľov, pomáhala mame s jej mladšími súrodencami, šila im šaty a robila rôzne ručné práce. Na pikniku pri kostole sa stretla s Jozefom Tomcalom, susedom z vedľajšej farmy. Zosobášili sa 21.novembra 1950. Robili spolu na farme severovýchodne od mesta Taber. Mama mala množstvo úloh, pretože jej dni boli spojené s vytvorením rodiny a každodennými prácami vrátane dojenia kráv, chovaním sliepok, svíň a hus a varením. Počas celého roka vždy sa našli rôzne ďalšie práce na poli a v stodole; k tomu aj práca v krásnej záhradke s kvetinami a zeleninou. Keď si našla nejakú voľnú chvíľu, vtedy rada šila, vyšívala, háčkovala a čítala príbehy z kalendára Hlásateľ, ktoré tak veľmi milovala. Bolo tradíciou, že sa u nej schádzala širšia rodina na známe Betkine letné hody. Trvalo to až dovtedy, kým jej to dovolilo zdravie.
Rada spoznávala Albertu počas krátkych výletov a s manželom Jozefom a dcérami precestovala Kanadu, USA a Európu. Jej štyri návštevy v Československu boli nezabudnuteľné. Bola rada, keď návštevám z Európy mohla ukázať svoj domov v Kanade.
Mama žila život sprevádzaný vierou a dôverou v Boha, s ktorým sa spájala prostredníctvom svojich modlitieb. Rodina a cirkev znamenali pre ňu všetko, povzbudzovala svoje detí a zvlášť svojich sedem vnukov a vnučky, aby zostali takí akými sú. Baba ich rada rozmaznávala tým, že im napiekla ich obľúbené buchty so škoricou, kysnuté koláče, medovníky a uisťovala ich o tom, že stále majú možnosť zabezpečiť si dobré vzdelanie.
Po odchode z farmy do dôchodku, bola šťastná, keď si mohla zahrať karty s dobrými susedmi, priateľmi či rodinou, prečítať si knihy, tešila sa zo svojho nového domu, zo svojej záhradky a mala radosť, keď ich niekto navštívil. Túžila po tom, aby bývala blízko svojho syna a jeho rodiny zvlášť po tom, keď sa presťahovali. Od roku 2007 mama žila u svojej dcéry v Medicine Hat, ale jej domovom zostal vždy Taber. Radi by sme poďakovali tým, ktorí jej zabezpečili domácu starostlivosť a stálu podporu a veľmi ďakujeme Dr. Beckie a Dr. Jeraj a celému tímu paliatívnej starostlivosti v Medicine Hat za ich vynikajúcu starostlivosť, ktorú poskytli mame.
Pozývame príbuzných a priateľov k modlitbám do kaplnky Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, v Taber v pondelok, 15.marca 2010 o 19:00.
Pohrebná svätá omša bude odslúžená v Rímskokatolíckom kostole sv.Augustína, 5009 - 48 Avenue, v Taber v utorok, 16.marca 2010 o 11:00 hod.. Svätú omšu bude celebrovať dôstojný pán Patrick Furtado SAC. Pohrebné obrady budú po sv.omši na cintoríne v Taber (Taber Memorial Garden).
Svoju úprimnú sústrasť a spoluúčasť môžu priatelia vyjadriť na Elizabethine meno priamo v Calgary Firefighters Burn Treatment Society, Suite 136, 440 - 10816 Macleod Trail, Calgary, Alberta T2J 5N8.

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After a long life of bringing music to many, Hilda Thiel passed on to be re-united with her parents Anna and Peter Thiel and sisters Margaret Skretting, Beulah Pierson, Leona Lennox and Viola McCarthy.
Hilda was born in Sweet Valley, close to Lomond on June 8, 1912 and passed away peacefully in Taber at the age of 97 years on Thursday, October 22, 2009 with her daughter Cecilia Oakley and niece Linda Andruschak at her side.
She is survived by her daughter Cecilia (Roger) Oakley of Hudson, Ontario; grandsons Mark and Dale Oakley; great granddaughter Julieanne Oakley as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 324 - 2 Avenue North, Vauxhall on Wednesday, October 28, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Patrick Furtado SAC Celebrant. Burial to follow at the Vauxhall Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Hilda’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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It is with the deepest sadness that the family of Gordon Keith Tudor share in the heart breaking loss of their dear husband and most wonderful father. On Sunday, October 18, 2009 our dear Gord was unexpectedly taken from us at the young age of 51 years.
To love and forever cherish his memory, remains his loving wife Terry; their two special children Brad and Ryan and our precious little dog Princess all of Coaldale. Gord will be sadly missed and forever cherished by his sisters Kathy (Dale) Setoguchi, Susan Bergen (Rudy Kleiner) and Nancy Tudor and her friend Rob Peterson and their families all of Taber; in-laws Harold and Helen Deal and Bev Wallace and family all of Lethbridge as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, co-workers and dear friends.
He was predeceased by his father Lewis Tudor in 1996 and his mother Shirley Tudor in 2008.
Gord was born in Lethbridge on January 2, 1958 to Lewis and Shirley Tudor of Wrentham. He was the second oldest of their four children. Gord was an active young boy who loved and enjoyed playing the sports of baseball and hockey while growing up in Wrentham and always dreamed of becoming a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. He received most of his elementary and high school education in Wrentham and Raymond. In 1976, Gord attended the Lethbridge College, graduating in 1978 from their law enforcement program. It was during this time that Gord and Terry began their special journey together. On April 8, 1980 Gord began to live his childhood dream as he was sworn in as a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police in Lethbridge. His first posting was Porcupine Plain, Saskatchewan and in 1981 he was transferred to Ponteix, Saskatchewan. On August 21, 1982, Gord and Terry married and began their life together. They lived in Ponteix, Kindersley and Carlyle all located in Saskatchewan. On January 20, 1989, they were blessed with the safe arrival of their first son, Brad and their second blessing Ryan arrived on September 15, 1992 to complete Gord’s special family. Gord was a dedicated and deeply loving husband and father. He always worked hard to support his family and always thought of us, and put us before himself from the start of our lives until the end of his. In 1993, we were transferred to Bassano where we spent endless days raising our two precious children. Gord coached and supported both of his sons while they played soccer, hockey and various other sports. He was a wonderful parent volunteer during their elementary school years and was known by many of the students and teachers of Bassano School. Gord served on a number of boards and was always there with his tender helping hands. After fourteen amazing years in Bassano, we were transferred to Lethbridge and purchased our dream home on the golf course in Coaldale in July of 2007. Gord was promoted to Corporal in 2001 and in March of 2009, he was promoted to Sergeant during his final post in Lethbridge. Gord loved his job, he gave so much and asked for so little in return. He was so proud and so willing to give his best each and every day of his service. His kindness and compassion for those he served during his twenty nine year career was felt and shared by many. Gord was involved in many different areas of the R.C.M.P. and was humbly honored many times throughout his career with numerous medals and recognitions. Gord was also a long standing member of the Royal Canadian Legion and the Masons.
Gord love sports. He played table tennis, golf, baseball, hockey and curled for many years. He loved the NHL and was so excited once the boys were old enough to share his love and passion for the game. He was a huge Montreal Canadians fan and later a Flames fan up until the time that his nephew, Devin Setoguchi became a member of the San Jose Sharks. The NHL will be one voice quieter without his supportive cheers. Another favorite pastime of his was sitting down and playing crib with his mom or father-in-law, his two favorite players, this is a game that we all grew to love playing with him and watching him play. We spent countless hours playing all sorts of board games together and will continue to include him where we can. He truly loved the times we spent playing these games and the time we were just there for each other. He loved the outdoors and was happiest when he was either involved in some activity with his family or outside “tinkering” in our yard. He enjoyed camping and loved to spend time in his favorite spot of Waterton Lake.
The Funeral Service will be held at the College Drive Community Church, 2710 College Drive South, Lethbridge on Friday, October 23, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Gary Noble officiating. Burial to follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Gord’s name may be made directly to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, Box 2211, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 4K7, in honor of a man whose heart was so big and filled with so much love and compassion.

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Else Tiede passed away peacefully in Calgary at the Bethany Care Centre on Sunday, October 4, 2009 at the age of 97 years.
Elsa is survived by her loving sons, Gerhard Tiede of Taber and Helmut Tiede of Coaldale; her loving daughter Holde (Oskar) Schneider of Calgary; grandchildren Gordon, Robert, Sylvia, Annett, Thomas, Barbara, Pamela and seventeen great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Leontine (Julius) and brother Emil (Helena) both of Germany.
She was predeceased by her husband Johann Tiede; sisters Adelena, Olga, Herta and a brother Hugo.
Else was born in Alexanderfeld, Bessarabien on April 20, 1912 and immigrated to Canada in 1955. She was a loving mother and was especially fond of all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She enjoyed gardening and always had a beautiful garden and fruit trees in her yard in Taber.
The Funeral Service will be held at Peace Lutheran Church, 4619 - 56 Avenue, Taber on Friday, October 9, 2009 at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Carl Bogda officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.

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It is with great sadness that the families of Shirley Jean Tudor share in the heart breaking loss of their dear mother. On Friday, December 26, 2008, mom lost her courageous battle with cancer at the age of 72 years. At the time of her passing, she was surrounded by her four children and her daughter-in-law.
To love and cherish her memory are her children, Kathy (Dale) Setoguchi of Taber, Gordon (Terry) Tudor of Coaldale, Susan Bergen and Nancy Tudor both of Taber. She will be fondly remembered by her nine grandchildren, Dione & Devin Setoguchi; Brad & Ryan Tudor; Joe Bergen & Kristi (Dan) Desjardins; Rob Larsen, Stacey (Nigel) Harris & Joni Larsen as well as three precious grandchildren, Paka & Teya Harris and Ally Desjardins. She is also survived by her sisters, Alice (Bruce) Colwill of Ottawa, Trudy Newinger of Lethbridge, Rose (Lloyd) Munro-Graham of Vulcan, Cecilia Minion of Warner; brother-in-law Marvin Christensen of Taber and by numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.
She was predeceased by her husband Lewis Tudor in 1996; her parents John & Frida Bachman; her sister & best friend Louise Christensen in 2001 and by three brothers-in-law, Mervin Newinger, Evan Munro and Lee Minion.
Shirley was born in Lethbridge on June 22, 1936. She was the fifth of six girls born to John & Frida Bachman of Warner.
Shirley’s pride and joy was the love between her and her family. She enjoyed endless hours creating the special memories that we all hold so dear. She was an amazing cook & baker and was known for the best tasting dill pickles in all of Alberta. Shirley loved to work in her garden and raspberry patch preparing jars filled with all of her delicious preservatives for family and friends to enjoy.
She loved life and kept busy with her many hobbies including jigsaw puzzling, knitting or crocheting various items for her family and friends, and she had a strong faith in God. Shirley loved sports and enjoyed curling and bowling for many years.
As she got older, nothing gave her more enjoyment than watching her children and grandchildren play soccer or baseball. She loved the game of hockey and spent countless hours traveling to support and watch her grandchildren. Shirley had a special love for children throughout her life and shared this for nearly fifty years, working as a school bus driver in the Wrentham and Taber school districts.
For over twenty years, she worked as an avon lady who enjoyed selling the products and visiting with the numerous customers who often became good friends with her. Shirley was involved with many service clubs in Taber and enjoyed her volunteer work with the Taber Senior Centre. She was always ready and willing to lend a helping hand to those in need, especially the four children that she sponsored through World Vision for a number of years. Shirley was a special person who touched each one of us in her own special way.
Relatives and friends are invited to prayers & tributes at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Sunday, December 28, 2008 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at Knox United Church, 4929 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Monday, December 29, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Gary Noble of the Taber Church of Christ officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Shirley’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317 - 10 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2M7.

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Margaret Tverkutes, beloved wife of the late Anthony Tverkutes, passed away in Taber on Thursday, August 28, 2008 at the age of 90 years.
Margaret was born on the farm at Vibank, Saskatchewan on November 30, 1917. She loved animals, enjoyed a big garden and loved cooking and baking.
Margaret is survived by her children Bill (Karen) Tverkutes and Reta Schmidt both of Taber and Diana (Tom) Mason of Vancouver; grandchildren Gregory, Rodney, Laureen (Greg), Jeffory (Jody) and Tamara (Aaron); great grandchildren Kara, Donovan, Austyn, Alyssa and Julia; brothers and sisters Johanna (Claude) LaBelle of St. Catherine’s, Ontario, Caroline (Felix) Kraft of Regina, Saskatchewan, Jean (Frank) Selinger of Regina, Loretta Poile of Calgary, Delores (Roland) Perras of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Michael Young of Weyburn, Saskatchewan, Elmer (Shirley) Young of Regina, Albert (Rosemarie) Young of Edmonton, Robert (MaryAnn) Young of Regina, Gordon Young of Alberta Beach, Alberta; a sister-in-law Anita Young as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Tony, brothers Chris and Edward, sisters-in-law Barbara, DeElla and Doris, son-in-law Lawrence Schmidt and brother-in-law George Poile.
Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006-48 Ave., Taber on Thursday, September 4, 2008 at 7:00 P.M. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009-48 Ave., Taber on Friday, September 5 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Mariusz Sztuk Celebrant. Burial to follow in the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Margaret’s name may be made directly to the Taber Hospital Foundation, 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G 1N9.

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Peter Antone Torscher passed away at the Bow Island Health Centre surrounded by his family on Tuesday, July 22, 2008 at the age of 84 years.
He left to mourn, his loving children; Cheryl (Norman) Prestage of Camrose, Joe (Claire) Torscher of Bow Island, Whendlin (Joann) Torscher of Lethbridge, Theresa (Warren) Campbell of Bow Island and Burke (Tami) Torscher of Taber. Also left to miss their grandpa; his fifteen grandchildren, Hali (Armand) Gagnon, Nicole (Cody) Barnett, Michael, Renée and Andrew Torscher, Stephen (Suzanne) Torscher, Ryan (Kelly) Torscher, Rose and Jesse Neary, Kelli-Ann (Glen) Nixdorf, Tara (Dale) Lindsay, Kendra Campbell, Blake, Logan and Carson Torscher; seven great grandchildren, Dustin, Katie, Daniel, Alexis, Chloe, Alexandrya and Ava. Peter also leaves to mourn his sisters Katherine Einarson and Dorothy (Whendlean) Kambeitz; sister-in-law Sheila Torsher.
He was predeceased by the love of his life Lorraine; his parents Leo and Julia; brothers Joe Torscher and Ed Torsher; brother-in-law Arne Einarson.
Peter was born in Burdett on June 2, 1924. He was raised on the family farm south of Burdett. He attended Samson School and graduated from High School in Bow Island. He took over the family farm when his older brother Joe went to serve his country in the Second World War. He met Lorraine Bourque on a blind date and it was love at first sight. They were married May 24, 1952 in Calgary. Together they worked on the farm and raised five children. After hardship on the farm, Pete and Lorraine decided to leave the farm and moved into Bow Island in the fall of 1972. Pete went to work with the Alberta Pool Dwelling Crew and Lorraine continued to work as a Licensed Practical Nurse at the Bow Island Hospital. He retired from the Alberta Pool in 1984 and then helped his brother Ed on his farm until Ed’s passing in 1996. He was an auxiliary member of the Royal Canadian Legion, a member of the Elks Club and a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus. In his retirement years, he enjoyed gardening and spending time with his family and friends. He especially enjoyed visits with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Pete was a man with strong faith in his church and will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 1 Street East, Bow Island, on Thursday, July 24, 2008 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 1 Street East, Bow Island, on Friday, July 25, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Fred Monk Celebrant. Burial to follow at the Bow Island Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Peter’s name may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 210D - 12 ‘A’ Street North, Lethbridge, Alberta T1H 2J1.

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Helen Franz Thiessen, beloved wife of the late Jacob Thiessen, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 19, 2008 at the age of 98 years.
She leaves to mourn her passing her daughter Erica Peters of Hepburn, Saskatchewan; son Arthur (Linda) Thiessen of Vauxhall; grandsons Bruce (Shannon) Thiessen of Duchess and their children Lauren and Emily; Brian (Angie) Thiessen of Sherwood Park and their children Rachael and Lukas; sister Katie (Henry) Klassen of Drumheller as well as numerous nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors who faithfully visited her throughout the years.
She was predeceased by her husband Jacob Julius Thiessen; son-in-law Clarence Peters; grandson Kevin Thiessen; parents Franz and Margaret Friesen; brothers and sisters-in-law Frank (Mary) Friesen, Jacob (Elsie) Friesen, Peter Friesen and Bernard Friesen; brothers-in-law Dietrich (Mary) Thiessen, John Poetteker, Henry Wall; sister-in-law Emma Thiessen.
Helen was born January 2, 1910 in Russia. She married Jake Thiessen on November 18, 1932. They lived in various locations during their married life. They eventually settled in Vauxhall in December of 1948, calling it “home”. Helen resided on the farm in Vauxhall until the age of ninety three when she moved to the Sunny South Lodge in Coaldale as a result of failing
health. Here she enjoyed five and a half years of good friendship and loving care from the staff at the lodge. Presently Helen was residing in Taber extended care at the time of her passing.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Sunday, June 22, 2008 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Vauxhall Mennonite Brethren Church, 320 - 9 Street North, Vauxhall on Monday, June 23, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Leo Siemens and Gerhard Reimer officiating. Burial to follow at the Vauxhall Mennonite Cemetery.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Helen’s name may be made directly to the Sunny South Lodge, 1122 - 20 Avenue, Coaldale, Alberta T1M 1L4

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William F. Thompson, beloved husband of Donna Thompson of Lethbridge, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 3, 2008 at the age of 75 years.
Besides his loving wife Donna, he is survived by his children Shannon (Randy) Miller of Taber and their children Scott (Michelle), Blair, Shane (Amber) and Ashley; Joanne (Rod) Bakker of Fort McMurray and their son Cory Sivell; Karen Thompson of Lethbridge and her children Riley Green and Taylor Thompson; Andrea Thompson of Lethbridge and her children Jeremy, Devon and Breeanna; Will (Carrie) Thompson of Lethbridge and their children Madison and Owen; five great grandsons Jeff, Tristan, Nicholas, Parker and Spencer. He is also survived by a step-brother James A. (Clara) Ross; nephews Bruce Ross, Jimmy (Grace) Ross and Terry (Lorraine) Seely and their families; niece Valerie Ross and her family as well as by Donna’s brothers, sisters and their families in Quebec and Ontario.
He was predeceased by his mother Elizabeth Ross; step-father J.B. Ross; stepbrother, cousins, uncles, aunts and nephews.
Bill was born December 8, 1932 in Medicine Hat. He was raised in Vauxhall where he attended school. Bill married Donna Leclaire in Calgary on February 9, 1955. He spent many years farming and ranching. Bill was also employed as an agricultural coordinator for Mataki Farms, a crop insurance adjuster for A.F.S.C and most recently a commissionaire. In his spare time
Bill enjoyed restoring antique vehicles and tractors. In his earlier years he enjoyed playing softball. He loved animals. Bill was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Lethbridge Shriners (Desert Corp.) and the Royal Canadian Legion. He will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his family and many friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, May 8, 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 Friday, May 9, 2008 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 Bill’s name may be made directly to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, #207, 542 - 7 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2H1.

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Kinuko “Kay” Tanaka (nee Ohashi), passed away peacefully in the presence of her brother and sons, in Edmonton on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at the age of 80 years.
Kay is survived by her sister Margaret Sameshima of Richmond; brother Ken (Bonnie) Ohashi of Edmonton; sister-in-law Alice Ohashi of Taber; her sons Keith (Jane) Tanaka of the Crowsnest Pass, Gerry (Mary Ann) Tanaka of Edmonton, Harvey (Sandy) Tanaka of Calgary, Alan (Margaret) Tanaka of Calgary, and Brent (Karen) Tanaka of Edmonton.  She is also survived by her grandchildren, great grandchildren as well as by numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her parents, Ito and Kanshiro Ohashi; her brothers Mike and Joe Ohashi; sister-in-law Hisaye Ohashi and brother-in-law Kuni Sameshima.
A service for Kay was held in Edmonton on Sunday, April 27, 2008. A private family service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber on Saturday, May 3, 2008 with Reverend Y. Izumi officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, in lieu of koden, memorial tributes in Kay’s name may be made directly to Osteoporosis Canada, 1090 Don Mills, Suite 301, Toronto, Ontario  M3C 3R6 (

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