BASTIEN, JACK JOHN
1923-2010
JACK BASTIEN (SPY-II-KWAN)
NOVEMBER 19, 1923 TO SEPTEMBER 2, 2010

Spy-ii-kwan – Jack Bastien was called home by the Creator at the age of 86 on Thursday, September 2, 2010.

He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Jenny in 1995, his son, Marshall in 2010 and a baby daughter, Byrdie in 1963. He was also predeceased by his father Oniseam Bastien, his mother Lucy Lost, an uncle and aunt that raised him; Johnny and Julia Bastien, his brother Walter Bastien and his sister Bernadette Grier.

He is survived by his sons; Dennis, Harley (Betty), Adrian (Darlene) and Mario (Charlotte); his daughters Rhonda, Maxine (Ron), Virginia, Janet, Lynette, Lana and Mary, his sister in laws, Dorothy Provost and Patricia Provost. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Jack was the last of his generation of Bastien’s and will missed most by his grandchildren whom lived and cared for him at various times in his later years; Micheal, Trevor, Tim, Natoshia and Carly.

Jack was born on November 19, 1923 on the Piikani Nation and was an icon of his time. As a child, Jack lost his parents and some of his siblings to a train crash in Brocket. By Creator’s will he was the only survivor and the elders of the Piikani Nation told Jack that he cheated death and therefore would live a long life. Jack grew up in what he called the horse and buggy days. He survived the great depression of the 30’s and went on to fight with the Canadian Army in WWII becoming a decorated soldier. When Jack returned home from war, he became a successful rancher, farming by hand hundreds of acres on the Piikani Nation. He also went to become a champion bareback rider and most of the cowboys today still have stories of Jack whether at round-up, at a rodeo or teaching them how to ride.

Jack was a private man that believed in independence, discipline and hard work, after all he was a soldier. He was not afraid to tell you what was on his mind but will be remembered most by his generosity. He always gave and gave and gave. Jack would say that he pitied people and giving was his religion. He also loved to sing and will be remembered for his signature song “T for Texas”.

In his later years, Jack loved to walk for exercise, shop for groceries, watch wrestling, go to the Legion, tell stories and visit when friends and family would drop by to see him. Jack took care of himself up to age of 85 when he was diagnosed with stomach cancer. Prior to that Jack was healthy and vibrant; he credited his good health to his daily bacon and eggs breakfast and other natural healing remedies that he called “his medicine”.

He will be sadly missed but most never forgotten by those that knew him.

A Wake Service will be held at the Harley Bastien residence, C.Y. RANCH, Brocket, AB., on Wednesday, September 8, 2010 starting at 4:00 P.M.

A Funeral Service will be held at the PIIKANI RESERVE COMMUNITY HALL on Thursday, September 9, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Valdivia officiating.

Interment to follow at Old Sacred Heart Cemetery, Brocket, AB.

Honoured to serve the family, CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1. Telephone (403) 381-7777. E-mail: care@cornerstonefh.ca




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BERGEN, HANS
1940-2010
MR. HANS BERGEN passed away on August 17, 2010 at St. Michael's Palliative Care Unit following a courageous battle with cancer.

Hans was born on February 13, 1940 in the Ukraine. After the war, his family moved to Paraguay for eight years, then to Vauxhall, AB. and finally to Coaldale, AB. Upon graduating from Kate Andrews High School, Hans attended the University of Alberta and began his teaching career in Grassy Lake, AB. in 1965. In 1967, he began teaching at Winston Churchill High School in Lethbridge, a position he held until his retirement in 1995.

Hans was a quiet and considerate person who cared deeply for his family and his profession. He was an outstanding chemistry teacher who always went the extra mile for his students. He also helped conduct countless sporting activities for young people at school and in the community. He loved to golf, to fish and to socialize with family and friends.

Hans was predeceased by his parents Heinrich and Maria Bergen. He was the proud father of Curtis (Jasmine) and grandfather to Chase. He is also survived by his brother Henry (Anne-Marie) Bergen of Calgary, his sister Herta (Rudy) Wedell of Abbotsford, B.C. and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta, on Tuesday August 24, 2010 at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Ruth Preston Schilk officiating.

Flowers are gratefully declined. For those who wish, memorial donations may be made in Hans' memory to St. Michael's Foundation, Palliative Care Unit, 1400 - 9 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB., T1J 4V5.

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BATTY, AVIS MARGUERITE
1917-2010
AVIS MARGUERITE BATTY, with her family by her side, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital just as the sun was rising on Sunday, August 1, 2010; she was 93 years old.

Predeceased by her beloved husband Orvel in 1988, infant son David in 1947, her parents William and Eleanor Crawford and her sister and brother-in-law Audrey and Colin Caswell, Avis is survived by her daughter and best friend Carol and devoted son-in-law Jack Ramsay, her sister-in-law Melba Batty of Assiniboia, SK., Audrey’s 5 children and their families as well as 7 nieces and nephews on Orvel’s side of the family.

Mom will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Her beautiful smile and kind but determined nature drew people to her side. Avis became the “adopted” Mom and Grandma to many, which shows how much she was loved.

Honouring Avis’s request, there will not be a funeral; a family interment will occur at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation, 960-19 Street South, Lethbridge, AB., T1J 1W5, would be greatly appreciated.

“Every time you smile at someone, it is an action of love, a gift to that person, a beautiful thing.” Mother Teresa.

Honoured to serve the family, CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1. Telephone (403) 381-7777. E-mail: care@cornerstonefh.ca


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BROWN, LILLY HILDA
1929-2010
LILLY HILDA BROWN, of Raymond, passed away at the Good Samaritan Society Prairie Ridge in Raymond, AB, on Monday, July 5, 2010 at the age of 81 years.

Lilly is survived by her children; Ian (Colleen) Brown of Cochrane, AB., Richard (Sandy) Brown of Lethbridge, AB., and Douglas (Lynda) Brown of Lethbridge, AB., as well as 7 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother Theodore (Mable) Majeski, sisters Helene Majeski, Olga (Andy) Skilik and Marjorie Ripley.
Lilly was predeceased by her father Adolph Makeski, mother Valerie Majeski, brothers Sam and Julian Majeski and sister Marie Majeski.

Thank you to all of the caregivers at the Raymond Care Centre and Good Samaritans Home who gave such compassionate care to mom.

Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family for a Memorial Reception at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB., on Friday, July 16, 2010 starting at 1:00 P.M.

In memory of Lilly H. Brown, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Box 2211, Lethbridge, AB., T1J 4K7.

Honoured to serve the family, CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1. Telephone (403) 381-7777. E-mail: care@cornerstonefh.ca



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BACZUK, MARY LOUISE
1931-2010
Mary Louise BACZUK passed away on JUNE 7th 2010 after a long courageous battle with kidney disease.

She is predeceased by her parents George and Sarafima ANDREKSON, brother Alex ANDREKSON, sister Lydia WOLLOSCHUK, father-in-law Andrew BACZUK, mother-in-law Elizabeth BACZUK, as well as numerous other close relatives.

Mary is survived by husband Leslie BACZUK, son Terry BACZUK of Medicine Hat, daughters Mona ELLIOTT of Calgary and Donna RUCKER of Milk River. Brother George (Joan) ANDREKSON of Medicine Hat, as well as four grandchildren Eric BACZUK, Clay RUCKER, Tucker RUCKER, and Cody ELLIOTT.

A love of life and people touched the lives of all those who knew her.

Mary accomplished much in her life including becoming a school teacher and raising three children. A compassionate, thoughtful, and honourable woman who loved her family. Her quiet courage, strength of spirit, creativity, and sense of humour will be carried forward by those who knew and loved her. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Her life was a definition of true compassion and love.

Mary Louise Andrekson was born in Lethbridge August 8th 1931. After graduating high school in Barons she followed her desires of becoming a school teacher and graduated from the University of Alberta in 1951. While teaching in Warner she met Leslie BACZUK and they were wed on June 19th 1956. Mary and Les resided at the BACZUK family farm west of Milk River until 1988. At that time they moved to Milk River where Mary resided until the time of her passing.

She was an active member of the Royal Purple for many years as well as a long time school teacher and librarian. Mary had a passion in life for family, home and gardening. She was always the number one cheerleader at her grandsons’ sporting events. Mary will be greatly missed by all the lives that she had touched.

A Private Family Service was held in Milk River, AB., on Monday, June 14, 2010 with Reverend Mary Young officiating.

In honour of Mary, donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, 438-10 Street North, Lethbridge, AB., T1H 2C7.

Honoured to serve the family, CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1. Telephone (403) 381-7777. E-mail: care@cornerstonefh.ca




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BLOCK, ALBERT JOHN
1936-2010
MR. ALBERT JOHN BLOCK passed away suddenly in Lethbridge on Thursday, June 3, 2010 at the age of 73 years.

He is survived by 2 brothers, George of Pincher Creek and Henry of Milk River; 4 sisters, Anne Tacholsky of Swift Current, Saskatchewan, Marion (Robert) Andres of Sparwood, B.C., Selma (Henry) Reimer of Herbert, Saskatchewan and Adeline of Herbert, Saskatchewan. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members. Albert was predeceased by one brother, Jacob; 4 sisters, Tina Block, Sarah Block, Susie Wiens and Helen Epp.
Albert was born in Beechy, Saskatchewan on December 4, 1936.

Albert had lived in Lethbridge for many years. Although he was a quiet man and kept to himself, he would be seen in the downtown area of Lethbridge always cleaning up what needed to be clean. He believed that the downtown area should be as respectful as possible, and was even presented a certificate for his efforts.

Cremation with interment to be held at a later date in Saskatchewan.

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BECKNER, DAVID NEIL
1954-2010
MR. DAVID NEIL BECKNER, beloved husband of Mrs. Tracey Simons of Lethbridge, passed away at the St. Michael’s Palliative Care Unit on Sunday, June 6, 2010 at the age of 56 years.

Dave is survived by his wife Tracey, brother John, sister Diane and numerous other relatives.

Dave was born in Ontario in 1954. He moved to various cities before settling in Lethbridge in the early 1990’s; he and Tracey met in 1995.

When he came to Lethbridge he purchased and ran the Lethbridge Fitness Club. Dave loved to golf and many lifelong friends were made on the course. He was also active in the Oldtimer’s Hockey Association for many years. Dave loved to travel with Australia being one of his most memorable trips.

At Dave’s request, a private family service will be held.

Honoured to serve the family, CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1. Telephone (403) 381-7777. E-mail: care@cornerstonefh.ca




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BERENT, LENORA EVELYN
1912-2010
With deepest sorrow, the family of LENORA EVELYN BERENT (DAHL) announce her passing on the morning of Sunday, May 2, 2010 at the age of 98 years.

Lenora and her husband would have celebrated their 78th wedding anniversary on May 15, 2010.

She is survived by her loving husband Edward J. (Pat) Berent, 6 children; Fay (Bob) Whitlock, Don (Lucille) Berent, Loretta (Ross) Lyon, Gerald (Kathy) Berent, Deanna (Don) Niemetz, Darrell (Patty) Berent, 17 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Lenora is also survived by 3 sisters; Irene Cutforth, Jean (Ed) Cochlan, Joan (Norm) Grandel, 3 brothers; Norman (Donna) Dahl, Raymond Dahl, Myron (Marie) Dahl, 1 brother in law Harold Cutting, 1 sister in law Agnes Berent, along with many nieces and nephews.

Lenora was predeceased by 2 sisters; Mildred Cutforth and Marion Cutting and one brother Manfred Dahl.

Lenora’s life was one of hard work, deep love and dedication. As one of Jehovah’s Witnesses her heartfelt desire was to help as many as possible to see the importance of looking to the scriptures for direction and to share the future promises that she anticipated.

Lenora’s family share the hope she had of a resurrection back to earth to be with her loved ones again. Her family’s deep love and appreciation was seen in their being there for her in the final few days of her life. They will be overjoyed to welcome her back to a peaceful earth where her zest for life and all that it offers will come to fruition. We can’t wait to see that smiling face, that twinkle in her eye and we will never forget “the look” that told us kids to smarten up.

We were so blessed to have such a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother.

A Memorial Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME 2800, Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. with Joe Wickenheiser officiating.

Honoured to serve the family, CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1. Telephone (403) 381-7777. E-mail: care@cornerstonefh.ca




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BROWER, WARREN WILLIAM
1948-2010
MR. WARREN WILLIAM BROWER, beloved husband and friend of Lynne Brower of Aden, AB, passed away at the Milk River Hospital on Monday, April 26, 2010, at the age of 61 years.

He was a wonderful father and grandfather to; Aaron (Rebecca) Brower and daughters Morgan, Linsey and Adison of Aden, AB, as well as Laurie (Shane) Pittman and daughters Ryleigh and Macey of Farmington, BC.

He was predeceased by his parents Bill and Vi Brower, a sister and a brother. He is also survived and respected by a large circle of relatives and friends.

Warren was born August 6, 1948. He accomplished numerous things in his life and was content with where his life was at. He had a passion for doing those things which mattered to him most, finding great joy in discovering his family roots. He had a tender spot for his 5 granddaughters, and his passing will leave a void in the lives of all of those who knew and loved him.

A Service of Remembrance will be held at the MILK RIVER CIVIC CENTRE, 321-3 Avenue Northeast, Milk River, AB, on Friday, April 30, 2010 at 11:00 A.M.

In memory of Warren donations may be made to the Stockmen’s Memorial Foundation, PO Box 459, Cochrane, AB T4C 1A7.

Honoured to serve the family, CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1. Telephone (403) 381-7777. E-mail: care@cornerstonefh.ca





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BREEN, CHARLES FREDRICK
1929-2010
MR. CHARLES FREDRICK BREEN, born December 29, 1929, the youngest son of Fredrick and Lillian Breen, passed away in Magrath on April 21, 2010 at the age of 80 years.

Charlie is survived by 3 sisters and 1 brother; Hazel Madison and Gladys Leishman of Magrath, AB, Betty Pederson of Chilliwack, BC, and Tom Breen of Magrath, AB, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Charlie was born and raised in Del Bonita and in 1954 moved to Edmonton to work in the oil fields and in the farming industry. He lived in the Keephills area until he returned to Magrath to be closer to his family in April of 2000.
A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, on Monday, April 26, 2010 at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Bob Wallace officiating.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Charlie’s name to the Alzheimer’s Society, 402-740, 4th Avenue, South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 0N9.

Honoured to serve the family, CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1. Telephone (403) 381-7777. E-mail: care@cornerstonefh.ca




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