HENDERSON, IAN November 9, 1957 – February 2, 2012
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Ian Henderson announces his sudden passing at the age of 54 years from natural causes. He is survived by his daughter Christina (Paul) Kraemer, of Edmonton, his son David, of Edmonton, his mother Norma (John) Arnold, his brother Lindsay (Trish), his sisters Heather (Mark) Isner and Fiona Henderson. He was predeceased by his father George. Viewing for family and friends will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, on Monday, February 6, 2012, from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Cremation to follow A Celebration of Life will be held at the ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION, 324 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, on Saturday, February 11, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Box 2211, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J 4K7. Christensen Salmon Generations Funeral Home Ltd.
703-13 Street North
Lethbridge, AB T1H 2T2
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JUBBER
H. MELVIN JUBBER, beloved husband of Elaine Joyce Jubber, passed away, surrounded by his family, in Lethbridge at the St. Therese Villa on Friday, February 3, 2012 at the age of 88 years. Melvin is survived by his wife Elaine, and their children Vernon (Janet) of Lethbridge, Gary (Ann) of Salt Lake City and Delcia Mullen (Paul) of Calgary, sister-in-law Beryl Shoekel of Lethbridge, sister Stella Crane of San Bernardino, 17 grandchildren and 31 great grandchildren. Melvin was born on March 7, 1923 to Charles Henry Jubber and Ella Maud Green in East London, South Africa. As a young student, he won several distinguished awards, particularly in the area of mathematics. As a teenager, he enlisted in the South African armed forces and served in North Africa and Italy in the Engineer Corps during the Second World War. On July 31, 1948 he married Elaine Joyce Shoekel in East London, South Africa. He worked for seventeen years as a fitter and turner for the South African Railways. In 1957, he and his family immigrated to Canada and settled in Lethbridge. He worked as a machinist and draftsman. In 1961 he was selected as one of the original instructors for the newly formed Lethbridge Junior College, and after attending the University of Alberta, taught drafting, English and mathematics at the Community College for 28 years. He was the Director of Technical Vocational Education at the college for several years. He received a Masters degree in education from Brigham Young University in 1971, excelling in the study of statistics. He loved teaching and was much beloved by his many students. Melvin was an active member of the LDS church and served in many callings, including bishopric, high council and employment missionary. He especially loved his years of service at the Alberta Temple. Melvin was a marvellous husband and father, totally devoted to his family and his faith. He loved playing the piano and violin, but most of all spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to the staff at St. Therese for their kindness and devotion through a difficult time. Funeral service will be held at the Lethbridge Stake Centre, 2410-28 Street South on Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. Friends may meet with the family from 9:30 – 10:45 a.m. prior to the funeral service at the Stake Centre. Interment to follow in the Mountain View Cemetery.
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Marlene Peterson 1940 - 2012
Mrs. Marlene Peterson, beloved wife of the late Mr. Gordon Peterson, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Saturday, February 4, 2012, at the age of 71 years. She leaves to cherish her memory: four children, Marina (Rob) Hall, Sharon Schonhofer, Blaine (Charlene) Peterson and Blaire (Andrea) Peterson; fourteen grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. Her memory will also be cherished by her four brothers, Melvin (Patti) Peterson, Richard (Deb) Peterson, Vern (Wendy) Peterson, Ron Peterson; one brother-in-law, Vern Knibb as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Carl and Irene Peterson as well as one sister, Lola Knibb and one brother, Edward Cornell. Marlene lived most of her life in the Burdett area, only recently moving into the Wellington at Medicine Hat. She loved time spent with her grandkids. Along with her family, she will be missed by many close friends and acquaintances, both in Burdett and Medicine Hat. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so starting one hour prior to the Funeral Service which will be held at St. Andrew’s United Church, 139 - 2 Avenue West, Bow Island on Tuesday, February 7, 2012, at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Sheila McLeod officiating. Interment will follow at the Burdett Cemetery. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting www.cooksouthland.com) If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Marlene’s name may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 124 - 430 - 6 Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S8 or to the Medicine Hat Cancer Clinic, 666 - 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4H6. Honoured to serve the family is COOK SOUTHLAND Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4V4. Telephone toll free: 1-877-528-6455.
PARKINSON
WINIFRED DORIS PARKINSON passed away peacefully on the 2nd day of February, 2012 with family by her side. Win was predeceased by her husband, Gerald Parkinson, her parents James and Margaret Whitehouse and her sister Florrie Glendenning. Win was born in London, England on June 28, 1920. She was a war bride having met Gerald when he was stationed in England. They married in 1943 prior to Gerald being shipped out to occupied Europe. Their elder son Raymond was born in 1944 and after his birth Win and Ray made their way to Bentley, Alberta to await Gerald’s return to Canada after the war. At war’s end the young family was reunited and they lived on the family farm until 1955 at which time they moved into Sylvan Lake, then to Calgary in 1958 and ultimately to Lethbridge in 1960 where they made their permanent home. Win was a registered nurses aide starting her career at the Colonel Belcher Veteran’s Hospital in Calgary and then working for 23 years at the Lethbridge Municipal Hospital until her retirement in 1983. Both Win and Gerald were active in the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #4 of Lethbridge, where Win was an avid dart player. In later years she loved her card tournaments travelling to all parts of the province to participate. Win was predeceased by Gerald in 1986 and is survived by son Raymond (Janet) Parkinson of Medicine Hat, AB and their children Kevin and Keith and great- grandchildren Robert, Madison, Liam and Marley and son James (Joanne) Parkinson of Lethbridge, AB and their children Matthew and Nicholas (Chantal). The family extends their sincere appreciation for the dedication and care given by the staff and caregivers at St. Michael’s Palliative Care Unit who offered Win and the family such wonderful caring support during her time there. These are selfless dedicated and amazing people and our family cannot thank them enough for the care and kindness they showed Win during her time with them. At the request of Win, a private family interment will take place at the Mountain View Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers those that wish, memorial donations may be made to St. Michael’s Palliative Care Unit, 1400 – 9 Ave South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 4V5. Send condolences at www.mbfunerals.com.
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610 - 4 Street South
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P3
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PIPER
MRS. RUTHEA PIPER of Foremost, beloved wife of the late Mr. John James Piper, passed away at the Bow Island Health Centre on Saturday, February 4, 2012 at the age of 105 years. Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed. Send condolences at www.mbfunerals.com.
Martin Bros. Funeral Chapels Ltd.
610 - 4 Street South
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P3
Phone: (403)328-2361 Fax: (403)382-3623 Toll Free: 1-800-382-2901
