RICHARD ALEXANDER VIGH of Lethbridge, passed away suddenly at home on Thursday, June 26, 2008 at the age of 56 years.
Richard is survived by his wife Mary, children; Dawn, Ricky, Dennis and Judy, grandson Kurtis, brother Alan (Carole), aunts Julie (Jack) and Kate, uncle Bill (Norma) and cousins Debbie and Debra.
Richard was predeceased by his parents Alex and Gladys Vigh and uncle Bill Nagy.
Richard was born on April 26, 1952 to Gladys and Alexander Vigh in Lethbridge where he resided until his passing. A graduate from Catholic Central High School, he then went to work for the CP Rail alongside his father. Shortly afterwards, Richard went to work for the City of Lethbridge where he spent 35 years until his retirement. Richard was also a continuing active member of the Lethbridge Pigeon Racing Club for more than 20 years and was always excited for race day.
He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping gardening, auction sales, watching golf and comedy (Just for Laughs) and playing cards (Romoli) with the “guys” (Andy, John, Ray, Nick, Bill, George, Fred and John). He also had a passion for raising and breeding animals and talked about buying his dream dog, a Weimaraner. He had a clever, quick wit and could argue anyone and win. He could also give you an answer for any question he was ever asked.
A Prayer Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Thursday, July 3, 2008 at 7:00 P.M.
A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME on Friday, July 4, 2008 at 10:30 A.M.
Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
Flowers are appreciated or donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

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PETER VERMEER went to his Lord and Savior on Saturday, April 5, 2008, after 80 incredibly full and wonderful years.
He was a devoted and loving husband to his best friend and love of his life, Theodora, for 56 years. He will be deeply missed by his brothers Gerrit (Mary) and Ben (Annie), his sons Reny (Ruth) and their children Rachel and Megan and John (Joyce) and their children Aaron and Aamee.
Peter was born in the Netherlands on July 28, 1927. He had an adventurous spirit and experienced life to the fullest. He immigrated to Canada in 1951, settling in Brandon, MB. His soon-to-be wife followed in 1952 and they were married soon after her arrival. He became a Psychiatric Nurse, working in the hospital for the mentally ill in Brandon. Dad was a man of deep faith and conviction and loved a good discussion, but was always gentle to challenge and encourage thought and not cause dissention or hurt feelings. He was a patient and loving mentor to his family. It is difficult to encapsulate Dad in words but to those of us who were fortunate enough to know him, he leaves a deep and lasting understanding that we need to make a difference in the world in which we live.
The family would like to thank the staff of St. Michael’s Palliative Care Centre, Dr. Seim and Dr. Geers for their compassionate care.
A Memorial Service will be held at ST. ANDREWS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 1818 – 5th Avenue South, Lethbridge on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 2:00 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to your favourite charity.

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DOROTHY VOS of Lethbridge passed away at the Calgary Foothills Hospital on Monday, March 10, 2008 at the age of 84 years.
She is survived by her children; Grace VanderHooft (Laverne Fuller), Sydney (Sherrie) Bosch, Theodore (Valerie) Bosch, Margaret (Brian) Anderson and Anthony Bosch, 12 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Dorothy is also survived by 2 brothers Gordon (Thea) and Jake (Grace) deVries in Canada as well as numerous relatives in the Netherlands.
She was predeceased by her first husband Pieter Bosch and her second husband John Vos.
A Funeral Service will be held at the MARANATHA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH, 260 McGill Blvd West, Lethbridge on Thursday, March 13, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend John Huizinga officiating.
Interment will take place on Saturday, March 15, 2008 at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan at 2:00 P.M.

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“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.

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MRS. JOLANE VANDER HULST, beloved wife of Mr. Jake Vander Hulst, passed away peacefully at home after a lengthy illness on Tuesday, December 18, 2007 at the age of 78 years.
Jolane will be lovingly remembered by her husband Jake, children Bev (Theo) Pecht, Brenda Boe, Allan (Connie) Dickout, Debie Lachuk, Gordon Dickout, Judy Baker, Peggy (Roy) Kipnik and Lawrence (Donna) Batalden and step-daughter Shannon (Brad) Martens. Her memory will be further cherished by numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, brother Gordon Scroggie, brothers-in-law John, Harry and Claus Vander Hulst, sisters-in-law Jean, Trudy and Mary Vander Hulst as well as a large extended family.
Jolane was predeceased by her parents, parents-in-law Jean and Roelof Vander Hulst, infant daughter Jolane and son Barry Dickout. She was also predeceased by her sister Marge Pontarolo and brothers Frank and Leonard Scroggie.
Jolane was born to parents Adolf and Helen Scroggie on January 11, 1929 in Lethbridge and was raised in the area. She met Jake Vander Hulst in 1966 and the two were happily wed in 1973. Jake and Jolane shared many wonderful years together before her passing.
We love you and will miss you Jolane.
A Celebration of Jolane’s Life will be held at the BRIDGE VILLA COMMUNITY HALL, 2300 – 13 Street North, Lethbridge on Friday, December 21, 2007 at 1:00 P.M.

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LARRY VIELLE from the Blood Reserve passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Tuesday, October 30, 2007 at the age of 45 years.
During the summer on June 24, 1962 Larry was born to Alberta Vielle and the late Lawrence Eli. Larry brought joy and happiness to this wonderful couple.
Larry is survived by his sisters Sandra and Shirley (Gilbert), brother Robert (Betty), children; Jarvis (Shastina), Waylon and Ramona, grandchildren; Brandon, Paula, Lakota, Burton, Aaliaha, Alex, Karsen, Nathanial and Cyrus, aunts; Elsie Vielle, Janet Vielle, Marlise (Sonny) Vielle, Josephine Vielle, Alva Eli, Hazel Eagle Bear, Madeline Eli, Angeline Cress, Melva (Sidney) Black and Pauline Three Persons, uncle Martin (Elizabeth) Vielle, nieces and nephews; Lance, Jean (Desmond), Joan (John), Todd, Bert (Amanda), Darcie, Kelly, Carmen, Melissa and Danielle and Larry’s extended family including the Vielle’s, Eli’s, Crow Chief’s, Across the Mountain’s, Goodrider’s, Crow’s, Spear Chief’s and Wells and their families. The family wishes to apologize for any names we might have missed.
Larry was predeceased by his father Lawrence Eli (2003), grandparents Albert and Paula Vielle and Frank and Lucy Eli, uncles; Herman Vielle, Morris Vielle and Floyd Eli, aunts; Rita Vielle, Doreen Vielle, Isabelle Vielle, Mary Ann Eli and Viola Eli, granddaughter Cloey, his best friend Merlin (Bayduck) Chief Calf and Gloria Spear Chief.
During his last days, Larry was visiting with his mother Alberta, sister Sandra and nieces Kelly, Carmen, Danielle and Darcie. Larry, along with niece Kelly, were enjoying the World Series of baseball. This last precious visit will always be in our hearts and memory.
Larry was a free spirit, very adventurous and a good story teller. He had adopted families in the Standoff area which included Merlin (Bayduck) Chief Calf’s family and Eugene Blackwater’s family. Larry loved all his family and friends, especially the younger ones and was loved by all.
In his younger years, Larry excelled in sports, especially in the area of baseball in which he was the pitcher. He helped his team win the provincials in baseball and was coached by Ben Red Crow Sr. Larry and his friends use to swim in the river, go horseback riding, play baseball and go skating in the winter.
Larry’s education brought him to Standoff School, Fort Macleod, Granum, Yakima, Washington and Lethbridge programs. Larry was employed in Lethbridge until his back injury. Larry instilled the ethics of being a good worker in his son Jarvis. Larry lived in Lethbridge to be close to his children and grandchildren.
A Wake Service will be held at WHITE CALF CHAPEL, Standoff on Friday, November 2, 2007 from 6:00 P.M. to 9:30 P.M. continuing at Robert Vielle’s residence, Farm 4 area.
A Funeral Service will be held at WHITE CALF CHAPEL, Standoff on Saturday, November 3, 2007 at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Ben Marino officiating.
Interment to follow at St. Paul’s Cemetery, Blood Reserve.

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JOHANNES “JO” VANEE, beloved husband of Anneke “Anne” Vanee of Lethbridge, was taken to be with the Lord at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary on Thursday, October 4, 2007 at the age of 75 years.
Besides his loving wife Anne, Jo is survived by his children; Verna (Ken) Greidanus, Joyce (Ron) Sakamoto, Ron (Debbie) Vanee and Bonnie (Mike) Jarokosky, grandchildren Angela (Scott) Van’t Land, Erin, Bethany and Krista Greidanus, Jeremy (Robin) Sakamoto, Shawn (Carrie) Sakamoto, Sasha (Scott) Mahan, Jonas, Justin and Jordyn Vanee and Jennifer (Stephen Martyn), Shane and Tyler Jarokosky and his great grandchildren Noah, Caleb, Eden and Moriah Van’t Land, Parker and Quintin Sakamoto and Lachlan and Cadan Mahan.
He is also survived by his twelve brothers and sisters; Riek Van Driesten, John (Matty) Vanee, Tony (Dini) Vanee, Wilma (Bill) Van Driesten, Janet Vanee, Harry (Lorraine) Vanee, Greta (Dick) Beekman, Ed (Gwen) Vanee, Jeanette (Dick) Pols, Rita (Rick) Olsen, Hank (Marianne) Vanee and Jim (Wendy) Vanee, seven brothers and sisters-in-law; Bill (Nell) Ouwerkerk, Harriet (Bill) Van Waardhuizen, Tony (Corrie) Ouwerkerk, Irene (Wayne) Hollander, Cor Ouwerkerk, Maria Still and Alice Ouwerkerk as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Jo was predeceased by his parents Reyer (1988) and Fennetje (1995) Vanee, infant brother Gerrit (1938) and brother-in-law Maas Van Driesten.
Jo was born on June 14, 1932 in Ede, Netherlands, the first born son of Reyer and Fennetje Vanee. The family immigrated to Canada in 1950 and then settled in Southern Alberta in 1951. Jo married Anneke Ouwerkerk on May 27, 1955 and they were blessed with the birth of four children.
A successful businessman, in 1960 Jo and his brothers ventured into their first business endeavour, Vanee Livestock Fort Macleod. They later expanded to Macleod Feed Mill, Vanee Farm Center, Vanee Livestock Lethbridge, Intercontinental Truck Body Ltd. and Lethbridge Stockyard. Jo also continued with his entrepreneurial pursuits with Central Truck Equipment Inc., Vanee GM and Vanee Motors (Volkswagon).
With a faith firmly rooted in the Lord’s gracious promises, Jo’s life was a testimony to those around him. He was a member of Bethel Free Reformed Church in Monarch. Jo was a congenial, social man with the uncanny ability to put all those around him at ease. Warm and loving, he was greatly respected and admired by family, friends and members of the community and will be deeply missed.

“I lift my eyes up to the hills-
where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord,
the maker of heaven and earth.
He will not let your feet slip-
He who watches over you will not slumber nor sleep.
The Lord watches over you-
The Lord is your shade at your right hand;
the sun will not harm you by day,
nor the moon at night.
The Lord will keep you from harm-
He will watch over your life;
The Lord will watch over your coming and going
both now and forevermore.”

--Psalm 121

Family may pay their respects between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. and friends may pay their respects from 8:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. on Monday, October 8, 2007 at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge.
A Funeral Service will be held at TRINITY REFORMED CHURCH, 1100 – 40th Avenue North, Lethbridge on Tuesday, October 9, 2007 at 2:30 P.M. with Reverend Jerrold Lewis officiating.
A Private Family Interment will precede the Funeral Service at Mountain View Cemetery at 1:00 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

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MARIANNE VARE, beloved wife and soulmate of Dale Vare, passed away at the Cardston Hospital on Monday, October 1, 2007 at the age of 45 years.
She is survived by two daughters, Amanda Slywka of Lethbridge and Amy Slywka of Coalhurst; two grandchildren Carter and Emily. She is also survived by her mother, Edeltraut Schwarz of Coalhurst, two sisters, Margaret (Norman) Bota of Red Deer and Marilyn Blaine of Las Vegas, one brother David (Theresa) Schwarz of Lethbridge, as well as her numerous nieces and nephews. Marianne was predeceased by her father, Leonhard Schwarz.
Marianne was known for her terrific sense of humor and her creativity in making things beautiful. She was a perfectionist and for her it was all about the extra’s. Marianne loved to celebrate special occasions and her pride and joy were her grandchildren. She had a magnetic personality that drew people to her. She was enthusiastic and generous to others. Marianne always had time to talk to others and will be sadly missed by the family and many many friends.
In memory of Marianne, contributions may be made to The Children’s Wish Foundation 302, 223 – 12th Ave. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2P 0W7.
A Funeral Service will be held at IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 20 Rocky Mountain Blvd West, Lethbridge on Thursday, October 4, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Brian Amison officiating. Interment to follow in the Harrisville Cemetery, Cardston.

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JACK VERWOERD
2007
JACK VERWOERD, beloved husband of Karin Verwoerd and father to Jackie (Myles) and their son Logan, Tracy and Robbie, passed away peacefully at the Milk River Hospital on Saturday, August 25, 2007 at the age of 56 years.
Jack is also survived by his mother Della, his sisters Karen (Ralph), Carol as well as his brothers Tom (Joanne), Jim (Judy) and Dan.
No Funeral Service by request.

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