JAMES “JIM” ROTH, born in Medicine Hat, Alberta on 21st of August 1930, passed away peacefully at the Coaldale Health Care Centre on Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at the age of 77.
Jim was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather. He will be dearly missed by his loving wife and soul mate Millie of 55 years. He will forever be remembered by his daughters Linda (Brent) and Rhonda (Trevor), sons Jimmy (Brenda) and Stephen (Donna), a special daughter Mary Lou and by his 13 grandchildren and one great grandchild and three special sons Phil, Jim and Peter. He will also be remembered by his brother Steve (Roma), sisters Theresa and Mary, sisters-in-law Barbara, Dora and Reta, a special brother and sister Sam and Ila, uncle Tom, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins as well as many friends.
Special thanks to Dr. Kingston and the staff at the Coaldale Health Care Centre who provided exceptional, loving care to both Jim and Millie.
The family wishes to invite relatives and friends to gather at the COALDALE MENNONITE CHURCH, 2316 - 17 Street, Coaldale, Alberta, on Sunday, May 11, 2008 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. to say goodbye to a wonderful man.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at the COALDALE MENNONITE CHURCH on Monday, May 12, 2008 at 2:00 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Coaldale Health Care Centre, 2100 – 11th Street, Coaldale, AB, T1M 1L2.

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With deep sadness, the family of MARJORIE ISOBEL ROTH (nee Purdon) announces her passing at the age of 84. Marjorie suffers no longer, and has arrived safely into her heavenly home on Thursday afternoon, April 24, 2008.
She is survived by her loving husband Tom. Also left to mourn her loss are Marjorie’s children; Valerie Ross, Pat Brown, Marilyn (John) Fehr, Robert Bott and Betty Herbison and Tom’s children; Terry(Sheila) Roth, Dianne (Colin) Beattie, Blair (Jan), Arlene Roth and Eileen McIntyre and their families. A devoted grandmother, she will be missed deeply by her 10 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Marjorie is also survived by her brother Archie (Mildred) Purdon and sister Muriel Moffat.
She was predeceased by her sister Doreen Rintoul and her parents Robert and Hazel Purdon.
Marjorie was born in Wingham, Ontario and moved to Lethbridge in 1982. Marjorie was a fabulous cook, regularly providing a welcoming place for family and friends. She will always be remembered for her compassion, kindness and her hearty laugh. A quietly giving woman, Marjorie enjoyed serving people or lending a hand to ease another’s burdens. As an accomplished artist, Marjorie loved painting the beautiful Rocky Mountains. Flowers were always blooming in her home and garden. Tom and Marjorie would have celebrated their 13th anniversary on May 13th.
“Her children rise and call her blessed and with great pride her husband says, there are many fine women in the world but you are the best of them all!” Proverbs 31: 28 & 29
A Prayer Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Sunday, May 4, 2008 at 7:30 P.M.
A Funeral Mass will be held at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405 -12th Avenue South on Monday, May 5, 2008 at 10:30 A.M. with Reverend Tim Boyle Celebrant.
In memory of Marjorie, donations may be made to the Canadian Red Cross, Alberta/Northwest Territories Office, P.O. Box 4050 STN C, Calgary, AB, T2T 5W7.

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DOUGLAS LYLE RICHARDSON, loving companion of Margaret Davidson of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at the age of 83 years.
Douglas will be sadly missed by his children Nancy Dann of London, ON and Michael (Alison) Richardson of Calgary and grandchildren Ilija Labus, Elizabeth Margaret Dann, Connor James and Casey Heather Richardson.
He was predeceased by his children’s mother Barbara Elizabeth Richardson.
Douglas was born on July 29, 1924 in Hamilton, ON. Douglas served in the Canadian Navy as a radio operator. He graduated from McMaster University in 1949 with a Bachelor of Arts and Science. He was in the financial industry for over 40 years. The love of his life was sailing and golfing. He will be fondly remembered by his sense of humour and his bright blue eyes. Douglas was a man that was loved by all.
A Celebration of Life will be held at SOUTHMINSTER UNITED CHURCH, 1011 – 4th Avenue South, Lethbridge on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Sarah Wallace officiating.
Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
In memory of Douglas, donations may be made to Southminster United Church, 1011 – 4th Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 0P7 or to a charity of your choice.

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MR. VICTOR RUDE, beloved husband of Mrs. Fran Rude, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, January 29, 2008 at the age of 76 years. He was surrounded with love by his family and guided into the arms of the Lord by Reverend James Robinson at his side.
Vic is survived by his wife Fran, children; Montgomery Gerald Rude of Medicine Hat, Grant Anthony (Patti) Rude of Edmonton and Donna (Michael) Gerlinsky of Lethbridge, grandchildren; Carling Gerlinsky, Max Rude and Lisa Rude and brother Roger (Irene) Rude of Ft. Qu’appelle, Saskatchewan. He is also survived by numerous brothers and sisters-in-law as well as nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents Harold and Margaret Rude, brother Dale Rude and granddaughter Brittany Jade Gerlinsky.
Vic was born on August 13, 1931 at Lake Alma, Saskatchewan. He served in the Air Force for two years, then worked briefly as a radio engineer. He entered the first Air Traffic Controller program in Canada in 1955 and spent 33 years working as an Air Traffic Controller, working first in Goose Bay, Labrador, assisting planes crossing the Atlantic, then 29 years at the Lethbridge Airport, retiring in 1988. He was passionate about flying and owned two airplanes during his lifetime. He went ocean sailing in Hawaii in 1975 and from then on he was hooked on boats, both hobbies shared by his wife Fran. They purchased an ocean sailing yacht in 1977 and spent 14 summers sailing it on Flathead Lake in Montana. After purchasing land on the Flathead, his interest turned to cabin cruisers.
Vic also loved to travel with his wife, particularly to warm climates. They took several winter cruises in the Caribbean and Mexico and frequently visited Hawaii. After retirement, they became snowbirds, spending winters at their home in Indio, California, regularly playing golf, another activity which Vic greatly enjoyed. He also loved music, live theatre, art, history, trains, cars and his beloved Saskatchewan Roughriders football team. He wanted to live long enough to see “the Riders” win another Grey Cup, and in 2007, got his wish. Vic was a quiet, gentle unassuming man, who lived life to its fullest, had a wonderful, dry sense of humour and was admired for never saying an unkind word about anyone. He will forever be missed by his wife, family and close friends.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Haberman of the Campbell Clinic and the wonderful nursing staff at the Regional Hospital for their compassionate care, attention and support during such a difficult time. Also thanks to the staff at the Edith Cavell Care Centre where Vic resided for four years and to Connie Schipper and the Lethbridge Alzheimer’s Society for the guidance given during Vic’s illness. Particular thanks is given to Reverend James Robinson who gave Vic and the family such a loving, warm and spiritual environment for Vic’s passing.
There will be a private family service at a later date.
Friends who wish to pay their respects and share memories will be welcomed at a come and go reception at the Rude family home, 2109 – 17th Avenue South, Lethbridge on Saturday, February 2, 2008 from 2:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society, 426 – 5th Street South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 4E8.

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NICHOLAS “NICK” ROMANCHUK, beloved husband of Julianna Romanchuk of Lethbridge, passed away very peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, December 22, 2007 at the age of 91.
Nick leaves behind five stepchildren: Stefan Hironimus of Selkirk, MB, John (Jan) Hironimus, of Strathmore, AB, Mike (Claudette) Hironimus of Coaldale, AB, Julie Thomspon (Greg Pargee) of Gliechen, AB and Katie Bullock (Doug Kowal) of Lethbridge, AB. Nick had twelve grandchildren which he loved to do the chicken dance with and fifteen great grandchildren.
Nick was predeceased by his son, Glenn Romanchuk of Dawson Creek, B.C., sisters; Francias, Helen, Daisy and Anne and brothers Bill and George.
Nick was born and raised in Lethbridge. He worked at National Salvage for many years until he retired. Nick loved gardening, yard work, dancing and playing cards.
Nick’s family would like to thank Park Meadows Cottage staff for their love and compassion that they gave him, the nurses on 3C that have cared for him and everybody else that had an impact on his life.
A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Saturday, December 29, 2007 at 11 A.M. with Major Glen Habkirk officiating.
Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
Donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society, #402, 740 – 4th Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 0N9.

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It is with great sadness that the family of MRS. LILLIAN JANE RUTHERFORD (nee Bowman) announce her peaceful passing at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at the age of 84 years.
Words cannot express the profound sadness that her passing leaves in the lives of all who hold the honour of knowing her.
Lillian was born in Star City, Saskatchewan in 1923 in her grandmothers’ home. With her father working on the railroad, she grew up in Souix Lookout, Nelville, Radville and Kindersley. As a young woman Lillian received her nurses training at Port Arthur General. She returned home to work in the Kindersley Hospital. She married Warren Rutherford of Kindersley in 1946. Lillian and Warren had one daughter Ella-Mae, fondly known as Elly. She described her daughter as the joy of her life and the one true reason for being. Together Lillian and Elly travelled many places with Lillian’s career, including Consort, Oyen, Hanna, Cereal, Grande Prairie, Elmworth, Edson, Calgary and her final home in Lethbridge. In their travels Lillian and Elly had many special friends that they think of as family. She enjoyed her later years living in Lethbridge, visiting the farm and watching their beloved racehorses run. She spent her working life dedicated to the health care profession as Director of Nursing for many health units including Grande Prairie, Edson, Mountview, Foothills and Banff as well as Home Care Coordinator.
Writing the directives then implementing the first Home Care Program in Alberta, she has contributed greatly to Health Care in our Province and her colleagues have always held her in the highest regard.
Compassion and caring came easy to Lillian and she offered unconditional love and acceptance to everyone. She showed her co-workers, friends and family encouragement and was never critical. Her quiet strength was admired by all who knew her. Her love and commitment to her family was apparent.
Lillian offered her home and caring to her aging parents Fred and Mary Bowman and her sister Dorothy who all predeceased her.
She leaves to mourn her daughter Elly (Garry), siblings Shirley (Pete – deceased) Regan, Jim (Bev) Bowman, Ruth (Wes) Karg and their families, grandchildren Connie Beninger, Sherry (Russel) Laackmann and great grandchildren Tyler, Kylie, Maxwell and Zane.
A Memorial Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Saturday, November 17, 2007 at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Andrew Horne officiating.
While family appreciate the offer of flowers, we would respectfully request donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317-10th Street South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 2M7 or to the University of Lethbridge, Nursing Program, 4401 University Drive, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1K 3M4.

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ELVIRA “WILMA” REGNER, beloved wife of Albert Regner of Lethbridge, was taken to be with the Lord at the Edith Cavell Care Centre on Sunday, October 7, 2007 at the age of 73 years.
Besides her loving husband Albert, Wilma is survived by her children; Annemarie (Victor) Wetch, Linda Wermzuck (Larry Nelson) and grandchildren Melinda and Donny, Ron Regner and Christine (Barry) Bergstrom and grandchildren Davyn, Brysen and Kyle. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters; Lydia Stobert, Emma (Karl) Hildebrandt, Walter Beglau, Adolf (Janet) Beglau and Deval (Alanah) Tanner as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
A Visitation will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Friday, October 12, 2007 prior to the Funeral Service from 1:00 P.M. to 1:45 P.M.
A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME on Friday, October 12, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Jamie Waring officiating.
Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
In memory of Wilma, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society, #402, 740 – 4th Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 0N9.

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ANNE JULIA RACZ-PETERS
1934 - 2007
ANNE JULIA RACZ-PETERS, beloved wife of Stanley Peters of Milk River, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Sunday, September 9, 2007 at the age of 73 years.
Besides her loving husband, she is survived by her children; Louie (Joan) Racz of Nanoose Bay, B.C., Ron (Brenda) Racz of Milk River and Sherry (Harry) Korthuis of High River, grandchildren; Jason (Sandy) Racz, Nicole (Jim) Tarzwell, Ryan (Sammy) Racz, Jamie (Travis) Cameron, Michael Cameron, Ryan (Linda) Peters, Rob, Jenae and Britney Peters, Bob (Karen) Anderson, Tanya (Roland) Cloutier, Blake, Kent and Laura Noble and great grandchildren; Dawson and Rylin Berger and Logan Racz. She is also survived by her siblings; Mary (Ken) Stenson, John (Bev), Steve (Betty Lou), Pete (Evelyn) and Andy (Sheila) Mazutinec as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her parents Alex and Julia Mazutinec, 1st husband Louie Racz, daughter Marjorie Anne and brother Joe.
Anne was born on September 9, 1934 in Lethbridge. She was raised and educated in Shaughnessy. She met and married Louie Racz and together they had 4 children. They farmed in the 1-17 district before moving to Milk River. After Louie’s passing in 1991 she continued working in the Prairie Rose Lodge where she met Stan Peters and they where married in 1997. She was a loving, caring wife, mother and grandmother who was devoted to her family. Anne loved to garden and getting together with her friends from the Senior’s Centre to play cards and bingo, and her friends from the South Country Jamboree Society to dance and enjoy music. Anne will be sadly missed by her family and friends.
A Visitation will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Friday, September 14, 2007 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
A Funeral Service will be held at ST. PETER’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 321 Main Street, Milk River on Saturday, September 15, 2007 at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Jim Krause officiating.
Cremation to follow.
In Memory of Anne, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 210D – 12 “A” Street North, Lethbridge, AB, T1H 2J1.

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