SATURDAY, APRIL 11TH, 2026

 

 

GLOVER, Joe

JOE GLOVER 1950 ~ 2026

Mr. Joe Glover of Lethbridge, Alberta, passed away at home in March, 2026.
In honouring his wishes, a formal funeral service will not be held. Cremation has taken place, and he will be laid to rest during a private family gathering at a later date.  Condolences may be forwarded to http://www.evergreenfh.ca

 

 

WACHOWICZ, Bonnie

In Loving Memory Bonnie (Weeks) Wachowicz January 2, 1953 – April 6, 2026

Today, I don’t stand here to pretend things were perfect, because they weren’t. What we had was real, and sometimes real comes with hurt, with things said that can’t be taken back, with moments we wish we could redo. But none of that is what matters right now. What matters is that in the end… love was there. She opened her eyes, and I got to tell her I loved her one last time and that I was going to miss her. A tear slipped from her eye, and I held her hand as she took her last breath. And in that moment, I believe something changed. As much as she could, she acknowledged it. I felt it. I think she knew. And that’s what I hold onto. Because in that moment, everything else just fell away. All the hurt, all the words; it didn’t matter anymore. There was only that moment, and it was real. No one should have to leave this world alone. No one should have to go without someone there, without love beside them. And I’m grateful I could be that for her; that she didn’t have to be alone. People say things they don’t mean when they’re hurting. Pain can cloud everything. But in the end, love is what’s left. Love is what stays. And I’ll carry that moment with me, for the rest of my life. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Sherwood Park or an act of kindness in her memory.  Love always, your daughter, Tara (Wachowicz) Walter

 

 

HOUSTON, David

David Houston 1949 – 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Gerard Houston, who left us peacefully at his home in Raymond on Sunday, April 5, 2026 at the age of 76 years.
David is survived by his children Chelsea (Brian) Knight, Christopher (Kirstie) Houston, Dustyn (Taylor) Houston, Cayleigh and Carsyn Houston; sister Geraldine Unger. His memory will also be lived on through his grandchildren Lamya, Charlotte, Rhett, Julien, Nicholas, George and Lauren and his extended family of nieces, nephews and cousins. He also leaves behind Marlyne’s family and many dear friends, as well as his faithful companion, his dog Dior, who will be lovingly cared for by his son Dustyn and family.
He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Marlyne Johnson-Houston, daughter Stephanie Houston and brother Don Houston, brother-in-law Dave Unger.
David was able to spend his final days in the comfort of his new home, a place of peace following a wonderful time spent enjoying the company of some of his beloved grandchildren.  Born in Shaunavon, Saskatchewan to Viola and Alexander Durand “A.D” Houston, David was a man of quiet strength, steady work ethic and deep devotion to his faith and family. After moving to Lethbridge to begin his career with AGT (Alberta Government Telephones), David became a familiar face in the community. Over the years, he wore many hats, from managing Bridge Villa trailer park and working as a guard at the Lethbridge Jail, to his long tenure as a dedicated custodian for the Lethbridge Catholic School Division until his retirement. Never one to sit still for long, he spent his retirement years managing a local liquor store just to stay occupied and keep connected with his neighbors.
David’s faith was a cornerstone of his life. He was a proud fourth degree member of the Knights of Columbus (Council 4743), a brotherhood he shared deeply with his brother Don.  Rest in peace, David. Your work is done, and your legacy lives on.  David will be laid to rest with his brother Don at the Mountain View Cemetery, Lethbridge.  Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

 

 

WEBKING, Nick

NICK WEBKING 1960 ~ 2026

Mr. Nick Webking of Lethbridge, passed away after a short battle with cancer, at St. Michael’s Health Centre, on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at the age of 65 years.
Nick was born in L.A., U.S.A., to Edwin and Helen Webking, on August 15, 1960. At a young age, the family moved to Fairbanks, Alaska, for several years before settling in Lethbridge, Alberta.
Nick enlisted in the Canadian Armed Force Reserve as a young adult. He spent many years training then teaching Ninjutsu – reaching the rank of Shondan-Ho. He spent most of his adult life driving semi-truck. Nick had a love of learning, he enjoyed photography and was an avid swimmer, spending his afternoons at the pool or visiting with his friends. He also enjoyed volunteering with the Salvation Army and the Red Cross where he received several awards and accolades.
Nick is survived by his mother Helen Webking; daughter Danielle Quiring- Webking; sisters, Jenny Webking and Tanya Webking, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families. He is predeceased by his father Dr. Ed Webking.  For those who wish, donations may be made to the Red Cross Foundation, 3131 – 1 Ave. South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 4H2.  Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.  Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

 

 

BRINLEY, Helen

HELEN BRINLEY 1940 ~ 2026

Helen Theresa Brinley (Buryan), affectionately known as “GB” or “Doh,” passed away peacefully on April 4, 2026, in Lethbridge, Alberta, at the age of 85. Born May 24, 1940, she was predeceased by her parents Theresa and Steve Buryan, her brother Steven, and her beloved daughter Terranova Potvin. She is lovingly remembered by her sons-in-law Paul McNamara and Marcel Potvin; her granddaughters: Bryanne (Cory) Shott, Stephany Potvin, and Samantha (Jared) Otte; and her cherished great-grandchildren. In keeping with her wishes, no formal service will be held. Helen will be laid to rest with her daughter Terra at a later date. She will be deeply missed.  Condolences may be forwarded to http://www.evergreenfh.ca

 

 

MEISSER, JoAnn

MEISSER, JOANN April 15, 1931 – August 12, 2025

JoAnn’s Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2026 between 1:30 and 4:00pm at the Waterton Park Community Centre. A short formal program will begin at 2:15pm. To assist us in planning for the event, we ask that you RVSP by May 10 to rememberingjoannmeisser@gmail.com.  Attire: Waterton Casual.  Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

 

 

YOUNG, Gladys

GLADYS YOUNG 1940 ~ 2026

Mrs. Gladys Young of Lethbridge, Alberta, beloved wife of the late Mr. Archie Young, passed away peacefully at Chinook Regional Hospital on Monday, April 6, 2026, at the age of 85 years.
Gladys was born on October 15, 1940, in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, and was raised in Macdowall. Her father played in a band that frequently performed at the town hall, a vibrant hub of the community’s social life. Gladys and her sisters were known as wonderful dancers and greatly enjoyed those lively gatherings.
Following her schooling, Gladys attended Prince Albert Business School, where she studied secretarial arts. She began her career at the Royal Bank in Prince Albert, working as a teller and later advancing to a supervisory role. She married Archie Young on August 19, 1961, and after several years, they were blessed with their daughter, Wendy.
Gladys and Archie later moved to Picture Butte to be closer to their grandson, Richard, when he was a toddler. Gladys worked at Sears Canada in Lethbridge in customer service until her retirement. Together, Gladys and Archie shared a love of gardening, canning, and preserving the fruits of their labor. She was a devoted and playful grandmother, creating cherished memories with Richard, sometimes at her own peril, as she enthusiastically joined in activities like tobogganing and fast spins on the merry-go-round. Gladys had a wonderful sense of humor, always ready to laugh and, most importantly, to laugh at herself.
Gladys will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, Wendy (Shane) Brown; and her grandson, Richard (Haley) Brown.
She was predeceased by her parents, John and Agnes Campbell; her brother, Richard Campbell; and her sisters, Mariel Ostermayer and Pearl Janzen.  An Inurnment will take place at Deer Park Cemetery in Saskatchewan. A private family Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice.  The family extends their sincere gratitude to the compassionate staff at Chinook Regional Hospital for their care over the past several years, as well as to the staff of Buffalo Grace Manor and Heritage Lodge for their kindness and support.  Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

 

 

LISUN, Raymond

RAYMOND LISUN

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Raymond (Ray) Lisun on April 4, 2026, following a battle of multiple health issues.
Ray was born in Coaldale, AB., May 19, 1960. He was predeceased by his parents, Sophia and Konstantyn (Ken) Lisun. He is survived by his wife, Wendy, daughter Natasha (Justin) his twin granddaughters, Meisha and Madeline, his sisters, Luba and Maria, his nephew and three nieces and their families.
Ray grew up in Lethbridge, AB. Where he spent many of his days exploring the coulees, and the streets around the neighbour. He took pride in driving his Beaumont on the strip.
Throughout his life, Ray held various jobs, but the highlights of what he truly enjoyed while working was when he worked for C.P. Rail, Lethbridge Hotel and driving shuttle bus with Transit for the City of Calgary before getting ill and subsequently retiring.
Ray will be remembered for his kindness, optimistic spirit, interest in conversation. He loved to talk and listen to any subject that might arise. He had a gentle soul who would do anything he possibly could for his friends and family.
As per his wishes, there will not be any funeral service or celebration of life. A private graveside service will be held in Lethbridge at a later date.

 

VICKERS,

Ramsay VICKERS

RAMSAY VICKERS of Lethbridge, beloved husband of the late Marion Vickers, passed away peacefully with family by his side on March 24, 2026, at the age of 93 years.
Ramsay was born in Coalhurst on July 9th 1932, but he lived in Lethbridge from the age of 14 on. Lethbridge was his home, where he worked, raised his family, lived life, and later settled in at The View for his last years. Ramsay met his soulmate Marion Mossey while attending high school at LCi. They married on February 25th 1953, had 2 children, Debra and Jim. Together, they enjoyed 70 great years until Marion’s passing on February 12th 2024. Ramsay lived until the age of 93.
As a teenager, Ramsay wanted to be an air cadet, but instead, he chose to work to support his mother Jessie after his father passed away from a tragic accident. At the time, Ramsay was only 14. His first job was working for CP Rail manually unloading boxcars of cement. He was always a hard worker. At the age of 18, he started his career working for the City of Lethbridge, initially as a Clerk 1, and finishing his career as City Manager.
While raising a family, Ramsay and Marion liked to camp and enjoy the great outdoors. Most summer weekends were spent at Waterton, hiking different trails, fishing, and exploring the high lakes in the park. Ramsay’s favorite lake was Lineham Lake, the only way to get there was to traverse a small trail cliff that had a hidden corner, you had to straddle around it to make it to the lakes. Many hikers never made it due to the dangers, but for his family it was fun. Once you arrived, Lineham had 3 lakes to choose from, fishing was always amazing. Ramsay and Marion hiked and fished over 28 lakes in Waterton, as well as several lakes in Many Glaciers Montana.
Then in 1968 Ramsay started golfing. This soon became his second outdoor passion and both he and Marion became avid golfers. Live, eat, breathe, golf! For many years they both held a membership at Henderson Lake Golf Course. Ramsay played until he couldn’t anymore, he stopped at 89 years of age.
Ramsay retired at age 53. Prior to retirement, Maui was the vacation destination, while there, he and Marion enjoyed playing the various golf courses in the sun. After retirement, they spent their winters in Yuma. Together they enjoyed friends, golfing, and dancing, while staying at Rogers RV Resort. Ramsay and Marion were extremely good at dancing, together they loved music, and would light up the dance floor. Ramsay also loved to play pool, over the years he won several trophies, winning both 8 and 9 ball tournaments. Pool and Golf continued as passions until late in his life, and he also dabbled in cards, sang in a barbershop quartet, painted with acrylic paints, and always kept a vegetable garden at home.
Ramsay and Marion are survived by their children – Jim Vickers and Debra Kirkham. Grandchildren – Justin Vickers, Stacey Tompkins, Nathan Kirkham, Emma Kirkham. Great Grandchildren – Ben Tompkins and Amara Tompkins.
Ramsay will be missed but not forgotten. We know that he is now at peace, and will be dancing, fishing and golfing in heaven with beloved wife Marion.  To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

 

 

FICEK,

Chancelor FICEK

CHANCELOR RAY FICEK, of Lethbridge, AB, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2026 at the age of 27 years.
Chancelor is lovingly remembered by his parents, Tammy and Tyler Williams; his brothers, Iaan Williams and Chase Ficek; his sisters, Kaya Ficek and Brooke Ficek; his grandfather, Walter Saranchuk; his PEI grandparents, grampa Pete and grandma Shirley; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was predeceased by his father, Ray Ficek; his grandparents, Ron and Marie Ficek; and his grandmother, Sylvia Saranchuk.
Chancelor had a passion for skateboarding, art, and sports, especially basketball, soccer, and football. He also enjoyed fishing and carpentry, and found great joy in working with his hands and expressing his creativity.
He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.  
A Celebration of Life will be held at ST. AUGUSTINE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH – 411 11 Street South, Lethbridge, AB on Friday, April 17, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Steve Bateman officiating.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Chancelor’s name to the Interfaith Food Bank (www.interfaithfoodbank.ca) or Streets Alive (www.streetsalive.ca).  To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

 

JONES,

Barbara JONES

BARBARA ARLYS JONES, of Coalhurst, AB, passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Friday, April 10, 2026 at the age of 81 years.
At Barb’s request, no funeral service will be held. She will be laid to rest at Mountain View Cemetery.  To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

 

CALLING LAST,

George CALLING LAST

George Calling Last, passed away on March 30, 2026 in Moses Lake, Blood Reserve, Alberta at the age of 66 years.
A wake service will be at Moses Lake Community Hall on Sunday April 19 from 6:00 – 11:00 pm. The Funeral service will be held at Moses Lake Community Hall on Monday, April 20 at 1:00 pm. Interment to follow at Bull Calf Cemetery, Blood Reserve.  To send a condolence please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca

 

 

BRILTZ, Mary

MARY BRILTZ May 31, 1957 ~ April 8, 2026

Mrs. Mary Yvonne Briltz, of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Mr. Kevin Briltz, passed away at St. Michael’s Health Centre on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at the age of 68 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her family, friends, and all those who knew her.  Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.  Mary’s care has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.  Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

 

 

RUSSELL,

Ronald RUSSELL

RONALD JOSEPH RUSSELL, beloved husband of Lorraine Russell, of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at the age of 91 years.
A Celebration of Life will be announced once completed.  To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

 

MISTAKEN CHIEF,

Buddy MISTAKEN CHIEF

Buddy Lane Mistaken Chief, passed away on April 2, 2026 in Calgary, Alberta at the age of 46 years.  A wake service will be at Senator Gladstone Hall, Blood Reserve, Alberta on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 from 6:00 – 11:00 pm. The Funeral service will also be held at Senator Gladstone Hall on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 11:00 am. Cremation to follow the service.  To send a condolence please visit http://www.legacyfuneralhome.ca

 

 

LOW HORN,

Rose LOW HORN

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our wife, mother, grandmother, sister, auntie, cousin, and friend ROSE MARY LOW HORN (Misamsiipistaakii – Long Time Owl Woman) at the Chinook Regional Hospital surrounded by family and friends on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at the age of 63 years.
A Wake Service will be held at GLADSTONE HALL, Blood Reserve, AB, on Friday, April 17, 2026 from 7:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M.  The Funeral Mass will be held at the ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, Blood Reserve, AB, on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00 A.M.  Following the Funeral Mass, Rose Mary will be laid to rest in the St. Mary’s Cemetery, Blood Reserve, AB.  To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

 

BLOCK, Allan

ALLAN BLOCK 1952 ~ 2026

Mr. Allan Block, of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Carol Block, passed away on April 8, 2026.
Funeral arrangements will be announced once completed.  Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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