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ANN VAN SLUYS
2009
MS ANN (WIERSMA) VAN SLUYS, passed away in Lethbridge, AB, on Tuesday, February 3, 2009 at the age of 77 years. She is the mother of children, Rita (Barlow) Neville, Jack (Trish) Wiersma, Simon (Danelle) Wiersma, Anna (Duncan) Currie; grandchildren
, Tracy, Lindsay, Ben, Amy, Mark, Christopher, Robbie, Jamie-Lynn, Kirsten, Jared and Sydney and great grandchildren, Rebecca and Byron. She is also survived by longtime friend Reggie Whiteman; brothers Bill, Case and Bart. Ann was predeceased by her husband Simon Wiersma, granddaughter Cassidy, two sisters and one brother. Born in Holland, she immigrated as a teenager to Vulcan, AB and worked at the hospital where she met the love of her life Simon Wiersma and married in 1957. They raised 4 wonderful children, Rita, Jack, Anna and Simon. They ran Simon's Bakery in Picture Butte, AB for many years till Simon passed away. Ann moved to Lethbridge with the children and there she became a successful entrepreneur. Ann was a warm and friendly person always ready to help anyone who needed it. She enjoyed taking her motor home out on the road as well as she enjoyed biking around Henderson Lake. Reggie and Ann were friends for over thirty years. Our mother was a very strong and loving mom. We loved her with all our hearts and she returned that love everyday. She will be missed and heaven will open its gates to let her shine on in eternity hand in hand with her loving husband Simon. A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB on Friday. February 6, 2009 at 1:30 P.M. with Pastor John Moerman officiating. Interment to follow in Mountain View Cemetery. In memory of Ann, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, #207, 542-7th Street South, Leth. AB T1J 2H1.
NANCY VANCE (MEAD)
1963 - 2009
NANCY LYNN VANCE (MEAD), beloved wife of (Pat) Patrick Vance and loving mother to Tara-Lynn and Terry, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2009 after a brief but courageous battle with cancer at the age of 45 years. She is survived by her husband Pat, children Tara-Lynn and Terry, brother Brad (Shari) Mead and their children, Tyson and Colten; her father Larry Mead, all of Lethbridge, AB. Her mother in-law, Louise Vance of Balzac, AB, father in-law David (Wilma) Vance of Raymond, AB, her sister in-laws; Maureen (Robin) Payne, Cindy (Steve) Uwazny, Shannon (Kevin) Vance-Collins and Ruby (Jamie) Hall, brother in-law, Sean (Charlene) Vance and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. She was the most fun 'Aunti' to all her nieces and nephews, but most of all she was the best wife, mother and sister. She was predeceased by her beloved mom Pat Mead on December 13, 2005, her grandma, Penny Mead in 2002, grandma and grandpa Safarik, both in 1988, aunt Emily in 1967 and grandpa Mead 1967. Nancy was born in Coaldale, AB on June 25, 1963 and moved to Lethbridge with her family at the age of five. She attended school at Our Lady of the Assumption, St. Francis and graduated from Catholic Central High School. After graduating from high school she attended Henderson College of Business. She worked several years for Harker's Autobody, now known as Bridge City Collision, Sunrise Poultry, Maple Leaf and most recently at Lethbridge Dodge Body Shop. She was a loyal and dedicated employee, colleague and friend to all. She met her childhood sweetheart at the age of 14 and they have spent 31 years together. They were married on September 5, 1987 at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church. On May 20, 1990 Tara-Lynn (the Princess) was born, followed by Terrance (Terry) Patrick on April 19, 1993. They raised their children with good family values and did everything together. Family was top priority for Nancy. She was involved in every aspect of their lives. Nancy was always an entertainer. She could always make you laugh, even in her time in Calgary at the hospital, she was cracking jokes. It was hard to associate the pain she had with her positive attitude and lighthearted humor. She loved to join in on any fun Â…. No matter where it took her! She was just so layed back 'Going with the Flow'. Her partners in crime 'Carol Noren and Lenora Broadbent' joined her in many adventures. They were more favorably known as the 'Three Musketeers'. She was also proud to be a member of the Lady Luck Chuckwagon Team. Nancy touched so many people's lives. She and Pat had so many circles of friends throughout the area, there isn't many who didn't know them in some way. She was a skating mom, hockey mom, hunting wife, camping wife, snowmobiling wife and many summer weekends were spent at Koocanusa Lake with her family and friends. She was an all-around kind of gal, into everything and everyone! She was very determined and strong-willed person. She decided this was not happening to her and her family and she was going to fight it; and indeed she put up a valiant fight, right up to the bitter end. Never once did she throw in the towel. She was very close to her mom 'Nana' and was deeply saddened when she passed away three years ago. We all have peace knowing that she is joining Nana and will be waiting for the rest of us. A Prayer Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, on Monday, April 20, 2009 at 7:00 P.M. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405 - 12 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB on Tuesday, April 21, 2009 at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Raul Hernandez, Celebrant. Interment to follow at Taber Cemetery, following the reception. In Memory of Nancy, donations may be made to the Royal Bank, Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, for a Trust Fund to be set up for her children.
PAM VANDER HEIDE
1923-2009
Pam Van Der Heide, beloved wife of the late Fred Vander Heide, was called home by her Lord and Savior on April 19, 2009 at the age of 86 years. Pam is survived by her children Anne (Laddie) Pavka, Jack (Ihsan) Vander Heide, Ben (Beth) Vander Heide, Margaret (Fred) Bailey, Bill (Joanne) Vander Heide, Peter (Noemi) Vander Heide, Alice (Terry) Tinordi, Tom (Winnie) Vander Heide. She is also survived by 20 grand children and 24 great grandchildren. Pam was predeceased by her husband Fred in 1970. Pam was born as Tjimkje Vander Heide on April 14, 1923 in Friesland, the Netherlands. She married Fred in 1942. Six children were born of their marriage in the Netherlands. In 1954, the family came to Lethbridge, where two more children were added to the family. For Pam, life evolved around her family. She loved the simple things in life; her garden, cooking, music, knitting, as well as her little dogs, especially 'Teddy'. She was dedicated to every member of her family and made each one feel loved and special. She will be deeply missed. The funeral service will be held, d.v. Friday, April 24, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at the CANADIAN REFORMED CHURCH Hwy #3 West, Coaldale, Alberta with Reverend Dirk Poppe officiating. A private family interment will be held at Mountain View Cemetery
prior to the service. Flowers are gratefully declined. In memory of Pam, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, #20, 542-7th Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2H1.
HENRY VAN DYK
2009
HENRY VAN DYK, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 27, 2009 at the age of 76 years. Henry came to Canada in 1952 with his parents and brothers and sisters. Besides his loving wife Audrey, he is survived by his son Mitch (Laurie) and their daughter Dallas and by daughter Carol Van Dyk and her children, Jordan 'the dude' Sailer (Ashley Coe) and Taryn Sailer (Jon Hawkins). Henry was a good and decent man who provided well for his family. He loved his garden and his daily coffee outing with his buddies. He especially loved their political 'debates'. He was also a faithful member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Choir. We will miss you, Hen. A Service of Remembrance will be held on Friday, May 1, 2009 at 1:00 P.M. at ST. ANDREW'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 1818 - 5th Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, with Reverend Hugh Jack officiating.
ALLEN VELDHUIS
2009
RICHARD 'ALLEN' VELDHUIS beloved husband of Margaret 'Joan' Veldhuis, of Nobleford, AB, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at the age of 67 years. He is the loving father & grandfather of: Roxane (Dale) Erickson & family, Keith (Jackie) Veldhuis & family, and Kevin (Kim) Veldhuis & family, 10 grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters: Johanna Wilson, Dorothy May & Bernice (Bill) Hofman and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Ben & Mabel Veldhuis. A Memorial Service will be held at THE MONARCH REFORMED CHURCH, Monarch, AB (in the country) on Saturday, May 2, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Bob Derrick officiating. A Private Family graveside service will be held at the Monarch-Nobleford Cemetery. In memory of Allen Veldhuis, donations may be made to Alberta Lung Association, Box 4500 Station South, Edmonton, Alberta T6E 6K2.
JULES VANDEBEEK
1944 - 2008
'For we walk by Faith, not by sight' II Corinthians 5:7 MR. JULES VANDEBEEK, beloved husband of Mrs. Gerdy Vandebeek, entered into the presence of his Saviour and Lord Jesus Christ on Tuesday, January 15, 2008 at the age of 63 years. He is survived by his children Dave (Stephanie) Vandebeek of Nobleford, Rhonda Vandebeek of Shickshinny, PA and Sandi (Rick) Murphy of Calgary, grandchildren; Jennifer, Justina, Joshua, Jessica, Ashlie and Jaylene, brothers Alphonse, John (Cindy) and Henri (Adrianna), sisters; Danielle, Michelle, Claudette, Josette and Pierette as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Jules was born on August 8, 1944 to Remi and Jeanne in Leige, Belgium and immigrated with his family to Canada in 1956. Jules met the love of his life Gerdy in 1961. Through his occupation that he loved so much, he came to know and respect many people. 'Behold, I show you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall be changed, in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump; for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed. O death, where is Thy sting? O grave, where is Thy victory? The sting of death is sin; and the strength of sin is the law. But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.' I Corinthians 15:51, 52, 55-57 Relatives and friends are invited to a viewing prior to the service at the Church from 9:00 A.M. to 9:45 A.M. A Funeral Service will be held at PARK MEADOWS BAPTIST CHURCH, 2011 - 15th Avenue North, Lethbridge on Saturday, January 19, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. with Pastor Lloyd Kohl officiating. Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
WINTER, JERRY ALLAN
1952-2010
JERRY ALLAN WINTER passed away on Saturday, January 16, 2010, at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary, Alberta, after a courageous fight for life following a heart attack.
Jerry was born in Lethbridge on September 9, 1952. After graduating from LCI, he worked as a letter carrier. Subsequently, he started his own business doing odd jobs for seniors. In the last few years of his life, he delivered newspapers for the Lethbridge Herald, and always took great pride in his work by making sure that the all of the newspapers were delivered on time. He spent many summers camping with his friends and family, and he loved animals. In his younger years, he was a great friend and mentor to his brothers, niece and nephews.
Jerry struggled with mental illness, but faced his challenges head on with courage and tenacity. He will be greatly missed by all of those who were close to him.
He was predeceased by his mother and father, Bill and Doris Winter, his brother, Dea Winter and his sister, Darlene Winter. He is survived by his brothers, Doug (Nancy) and Wayne, plus numerous nieces and nephews.
A private family gathering celebrating Jerry’s life will take place at a later date.
ROCHELLE TARA WOLF CHILD
1980-2010
ROCHELLE TARA WOLF CHILD AKA “ROCH” was born on December 25, 1980, heard our creator calling her to return back into His arms on January 13, 2010 with an illness that began at the age of 13.
Soar high like an eagle, fly high into the Heavens Rochelle.
She was survived by her spouse Brad, daughter Mackenzie, parents, Theresa and Alfie Red Crow, sisters Heather, Constance, the twins Summer and Autumn, Janice, Kelly and Melanie, her adopted brothers Neal Wolf Child (Veronica), Bo Singer (Kelly), Russell Wells (Candace), Raymond Eagle Bear (Kyla) and her special nephew Wacey, nieces Taylor and Megan. She was also survived by her Aunties Marie Red Crow, Geraldine (Richard) Wells, Josephine Vielle, Catherine, Stella and Joyce Wolf Child, Uncles Samuel (Shirley), Edmund (Noreen), Gilbert (Shirley) Wolf Child, Richard (Glenda), Clifford and Great-Uncle Jack (Gloria) Red Crow.
Rochelle was raised on the Blood Reserve and attended school at the Standoff Elementary School and W.A. Day in Fort Macleod, Alberta.
Rochelle was a shy, quiet, gentle person who was filled with laughter and will always be remembered by her cousins as “The Mischevious One” who loved to play practical jokes on all of them. Rochelle had a beautiful relationship with her family and cousins. She also had a special bond with her daughter Kenzie, who meant the world to her. Despite her illness, Rochelle maintained a positive attitude and her little family was her life.
Rochelle surpassed many challenges, one being her passion for cooking. She loved to try different recipes and her favourite dish was stir-fry. Her other passion was decorating in which she had ways of rearranging rooms to her liking. She was also very particular in making sure that everything was in its order.
Even though she was sick, she wanted to pursue a career and was accepted into the Youth Work Experience Program through BTEST, her placement was at the Kainaipokaiksi Day Care Centre in Standoff and enjoyed her work experience in which she had the opportunity to share her recipes with the staff and children.
Rochelle’s faith was exceedingly important to her. In November 1995 she made her search, her theme song was “God Sent His Son” and on July 2004 she made her Cursillo her theme song was “Precious Jesus”. Rochelle didn’t dwell on her illness and never complained, she was a fighter and suffered silently and she left behind a legacy full of memories for her family and friends.
The family would like to thank the Renal Clinic Nurses and Dr. Low for the sincere care and kindness they showed towards Rochelle.
Rochelle was predeceased by her precious baby girl Neveah Tara Lee, Grandparents Allen and Mary Red Crow, Sam and Elizabeth Wolf Child, Aunties Mae and Alvina Red Crow, Bella and Martha Wolf Child, Uncles Francis, Allan Jr., Michael and Vincent Red Crow, Martin Wolf Child, Herman Vielle and Loren Prairie Chicken, cousins Marvin Wells, Robert Day Chief and Kevin Vielle.
Extended families, Devines, Stabsdown, Red Crows, Eagle Plumes, Weasel Heads, Albert, Joe and Leo Wolf Child, Maggie Eagle Speaker, John and George Black Face, Amy Black Fore Head, Isabelle Spear Chief, Lena Chief Calf, John and Annie Bare Shin Bone, Jim and Louie Knife and the Shot Both Sides family.
We apologize for any friends and family that we may have missed.
A Family Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive, South, Lethbridge, Alberta, on Tuesday, January, 19, 2010 at 3:00 P.M.
A Wake Service will be held at WHITE CALF CHAPEL, Standoff, Alberta, on Tuesday, January, 19, 2010 from 5:00 to 10:00 P.M., continuing afterwards at the residence of Alfie and Theresa Red Crow.
A Funeral Service will be held at ST. MARY’S IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH, Standoff, Alberta, on Wednesday, January, 20, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Pawell O.M.I. Andrasz, Celebrant.
DAREN ARTHUR WALLS
1965-2010
WALLS
It is with our deepest sadness to announce the sudden passing of DAREN ARTHUR WALLS of Lethbridge on Wednesday, January 13, 2010.
Daren will be remembered by his loving wife Valerie and their dog Kayley. He is predeceased by his parents Nelda and Ken. Daren is survived by his siblings Kim (Chad) Conrad, Dean (Faye) Walls, nephew Justin, his stepfather James Bechdoldt, Judy (Terry) Hockley, Carolin (Lance) Hockley, Michael (Melody) Hockley, nephews Joshua and Joel, as well as by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Daren will be remembered by the way he touched the lives of everyone he knew with his sense of humour and his amazing personality.
A Service of Remembrance will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive, South, Lethbridge, Alberta, on Monday, January 18, 2010 at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor John Moerman officiating.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Daren’s name may be made directly to S.T.A.R.S., 416-10th Street North, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1H 2L8. (403) 328-7161.
