WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9th, 2026

 

 

VANCE,

Sherry VANCE

SHERRY ANN VANCE, beloved wife of the late DeMonte Vance, passed away in the early morning hours of Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026, at the age of 76. She was born on Oct. 8, 1949, in Raymond, Alberta, Canada, to Allan Jensen and Jeannine Wilde.
After graduating from Raymond High School, Sherry attended BYU, where she began studying nursing. It was during her time at BYU that a simple request changed the course of her life: she asked DeMonte for a ride home at Christmastime. From that time on, the two were nearly inseparable. Sherry went on to graduate from BYU and began her nursing career. After returning to Canada, she worked as a nurse in many different locations, excelling in her profession while fulfilling her desire to care for and help others.
In September 1968, Sherry married her sweetheart, DeMonte, in the Cardston Alberta Temple. Together, they built a life rooted in faith, family, and hard work. They were blessed with four children – Todd, Troy (Lisa), Robyn (Troy Dowers), and Kristin (Micah Yablonovsky), and spent most of their years raising their family in Cardston. In 1997, DeMonte and Sherry returned to their hometown of Raymond, where they fulfilled a longtime dream of building their home on the Vance family land. It was a special place where they returned to their roots, surrounded by family, friends, memories, and land that held a special place in their family’s history.
Whether sewing, cross-stitching, reading, playing the piano, or journaling, Sherry was always developing her talents, which she used to bless the lives of many. She was organized, detail-oriented, and meticulous in keeping her records. She had a special gift for preserving the little details of life, leaving behind treasured memories and a beautiful record of the people and experiences she loved.
Sherry is survived by her four children; four of her five siblings, Maxine, Mark, Scott, and Kim; 10 grandchildren, Marissa (Sam), Miles (Tyler), Justin (Karsyn), Blake (Elena), Abby, Taylor, Aubrey, Madison, Dylan, and Jenna; and three great-grandchildren, Caiden, Jaxen, and Knox.
Sherry had a deep love for the gospel of Jesus Christ. She understood the power of His Atonement, trusted in God’s plan for her life, and cherished the eternal nature of families. Her faith was steady, her heart was kind, and her family was always at the center of her life. As a wife, mother, grandmother, nurse, and friend, she gave so much of herself to others. She lived her testimony through the way she served, cared for those around her, and loved so generously. Her faith and example touched many lives and will continue to bless her family for generations to come.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Raymond Stake Center, 2 North, 200 West, Raymond, Alberta.
A Visitation will be held from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the service. Interment will follow at Temple Hill Cemetery.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.salmonandsons.ca

 

 

JENSEN, Doris

DORIS JENSEN 1919 ~ 2026

Doris Jensen passed away peacefully on September 3, 2026, at the age of 107, just ten days after celebrating a birthday she looked forward to every year.
Born in 1919 in Wrentham, Alberta, Doris married Chester Jensen and together they farmed in the Park Lake area for 40 years, retiring to Picture Butte in 1976 and later to Lethbridge in 1993.
Doris was active with the Women’s Institute and Eastern Star, worked in the children’s department at Eaton’s, and drove school bus for local farm kids. Doris enjoyed quilting. Her and Chester bowled, loved camping, fishing and boating where their grandchildren often tagged along, and playing cards with friends – Doris was a sharp hand at Crib. They enjoyed bus trips with friends to cities and casinos around the region.
Doris had a green thumb, growing enough vegetables that once canned, and had enough food for her family for the entire winter. She had a reputation for baking the best bread in the community and also grew gorgeous flowers.
She is survived by her children Evelyn Miller (Jack) and Ken (Linda) Jensen; grandchildren Shauna Lovell, Brad (Toni) Pilling, Kerri (Keith) Burchill, Susan (Rod) Sjogren and Bob (Carla) Jensen; great-grandchildren Clair (Will) Evans, Cale (Sophie) Pilling, Joseph (Becca) Pilling, Ian (Savannah) Pilling, Chance (Brooklyn) Sjogren and Walker, Cooper and Gibson Jensen; great-great-grandchildren Liam and Oliver Evans and Hudson and Cooper Pilling; sister-in-law Lorraine Jensen; and many nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband of 62 years, Chester Jensen; grandsons Dean Lovell, James Marten Jensen and Kenneth Michael Jensen; her seven brothers; and an infant sister.
It’s hard to imagine being born at the end of WWI, living through the depression and WWII, as well as multiple pandemics. In an interview, Doris captured her approach to life when she gave the advice, “You go and do. You do what you have to do. That’s it.”
Special thanks to Fairmont Extendicare in Lethbridge for their sensitive, compassionate care, as well as the extra mile love from Karen Ostrup, and her Doctor, Dr. Allyson Kolb.
A Graveside Services will be held at 11:00am on Thursday, September 10, 2026 at ARCHMOUNT CEMETERY, 2710 Westside Drive West, Lethbridge, Alberta, with Dr. Bruce Martin, officiating.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

 

 

DIXON, Grant

GRANT DIXON May 1, 1955 – September 2, 2026

Grant was born in Chilliwack, BC, to Doris and John Dixon. Grant’s career began in the electrical trade before pursuing his life’s work as a pharmacist in Central Alberta for 30 years.
Brethren Dixon was involved with the Masonic Lodge in various capacities and loved his free masonry.
Grant is survived by his spouse Coleen, brother Martin (Darlene), nieces Adrienne and Claire, Coleen’s children Kelly (Steven) and Ian (Kim) as well as grandchildren Samuel and Jocelyn, his dear friends Les and Sheila and his many loved friends, family and brethren
A viewing will be held Thursday, September 10, 2026, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Eventide Funeral Home 4820 45 Street, Red Deer, Ab.
A graveside service will be held Saturday, September 12, 2026, at 10 a.m. at Alto Reste Cemetery, 26575 AB-11, Red Deer County.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Shiners Hospital for Children Montreal of the Scottish Rite Benevolent Foundation.
Condolences may be left for the family at http://www.eventidefuneralchapels.com

 

 

FINLEY, Fred

FINLEY, Fred John May 18, 1937 – September 4, 2026

Fred Finley passed away on Friday, September 4, 2026. Subscribe to Fred’s tribute page at http://www.MHFH.com to receive updates when the tribute, condolences, memories, and photos are posted with McInnis & Holloway.

 

GROSS, Connie

Connie Gross 1958 – 2026
Connie May Gross, beloved wife of Blaine Gross, passed away in Taber on Monday, September 7, 2026 at the age of 68 years.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 – 48 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. Private burial to follow at Taber Memorial Garden. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at http://www.southlandfuneral.com.
Those who are unable to attend and wish to view the service online may do so by visiting Connie’s obituary page on our website and clicking on the livestream link that will be available at 10:45 A.M. on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. Barring any technical difficulties, the livestream will begin at 11:00 A.M.
DUE TO ALLERGIES, the family respectfully request NO FLOWERS and NO FOOD. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Connie’s name can be made to DASA – Dragonboat Association of Southern Alberta, Box 961, Station Main, Lethbridge, AB T1J4A2 or by e-transfer to treasurerdasa@gmail.com. Designate the donation for Coulee Classic Dragons Senior Ladies team.
The family would like to thank all of the doctors and nurses in Calgary, Lethbridge and Taber for the care provided to Connie through this difficult time. A special thanks goes out to Dr. Haner and Dr. Wes Steed for their gift of kindness and attention to Connie and her family.
Arrangements in care of Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber. Telephone: (403) 223-8778.

 

ULMER, Justina “Jo”

JUSTINA “JO” ULMER 1938 ~ 2026

Mrs. Justina “Jo” Ulmer (nee Lunseth) of Lethbridge, beloved wife of the late Mr. Wayne Ulmer, passed away at home on Monday, September 7, 2026, at the age of 87 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at McKILLOP UNITED CHURCH, 2329 – 15 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta with Reverend Trevor Potter officiating. To view the service via livestream please go to Justina’s obituary on the Martin Brothers website.
Cremation entrusted to Martin Brothers Funeral Chapels.
Visit http://www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

 

 

TEDESCO,

Richard TEDESCO January 20, 1950 – September 6, 2026

RICHARD C. TEDESCO, of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully at St. Therese Villa on Sunday, September 6, 2026 at the age of 76 years.
Rick was the third son born to Michael (Mack) and Ethel Tedesco, he followed Don and Bill and preceded Alf and Maxine. He was right in the middle where he preferred to be but always off to one side, listening intently to the conversation and interjecting just the right comment at just the right time. Everyone loved Rick – he was a popular figure around the University of Lethbridge (known as “the plant guy”) and when he found himself at St. Therese Villa in later years, he was known as the “guy with the million-dollar smile”. Rick spent lots of time with Don and Ronnie’s family (Lisa, Tony, Terry-Lynn and Darcy) and had a special bond with Darcy’s youngest daughter Cherry, starting with being designated “buddies” when they travelled to Disneyland. Rick also really enjoyed spending time with Bill and Bobbi and their girls (Heather-Anne and Allyn), playing all kinds of games and sharing his true love of dogs. Alf & Rick always had each other’s backs and Maxine simply adored her big brother.
Rick’s band of angels (Ava, Diane, Steph, Jackie & Michelle) were a godsend set of very caring caregivers who made his time at St. Therese Villa just that much better. They worked hand-in-hand with the competent staff who always seemed to go a little above and beyond when it came to Rick.
We’ll all dearly miss Rick but know he’s up in heaven with his mom and dad as well as Ronnie, Terry-Lynn and all our Tedesco and Bartlett relatives that have already passed listening to their conversations and chiming in at just the right moments.
There will not be a funeral at Rick’s request. If desired, donations in Rick’s name can be made to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories (alzheimer.ca/ab/) or a dog-related charity of your choice.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

 

 

BERGEN-HENENGOUWEN,

Margaret BERGEN-HENENGOUWEN

MARGARET CATHERINE BERGEN-HENENGOUWEN (nee van der Meer) was called home on Monday, September 7, 2026 at the age of 95 years. Her final days were marked by an endless wave of love and support, where her family left no doubt in her mind as to the level of love she brought to the world.
She is survived by her husband, Art, (she called him Aad) of 71 years as well as children: Joanne (Bob) Kubik, Diane (Frank) MacKay, Angie (Terry) Hathaway, Arnie (Malinda), Cathy (Paul) Ahsmann, Hank (Lynda), Rose (Todd) Ginther, Paul, and Marlene (Don) Gray. Oma deeply loved her 21 grandchildren and 26 great- grandchildren who all brought immense joy to her life.
Margaret was born in 1931 in Hoogmade, Netherlands. She grew up on a farm which remains in the family to this day. As the second born in the family of 13 kids, “Gre” spent much of her teen years and early adult life helping her mother run the household. That experience served her well as she and Aad left Holland in 1955 for Canada following a storybook three-year overseas courtship. The happy newlyweds settled in New Dayton and eventually Picture Butte, homesteading their farm in 1967. They raised their happy, not-so-little, family there until they retired in 1997.
Gre loved to clean, cook and care for all of the children in her life. She welcomed them, their friends, partners, spouses, their families and anyone else who entered under her roof. Her kids were her world and she did her very best to ensure they had whatever they needed to thrive. She is already so very missed.
Gre’s deep love for her Catholic faith was an enduring part of her life. It gave her the strength and comfort she extended to her family and all who entered their home.
A Prayer Vigil will be held at ST. CATHERINE’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 762 Crescent Avenue, Picture Butte, AB, on Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 7:00 P.M. with Father Iqbal Khurshid officiating.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. CATHERINE’S CATHOLIC CHURCH on Friday, September 11, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. with Father Iqbal Khurshid celebrating.
Both the Prayer Vigil and Funeral Mass will be live-streamed and may be viewed through Margaret’s obituary on the Cornerstone website.
A private Graveside Service will be held.
To send a condolence, please visit http://www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

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