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LAPOINTE ERNEST (ERNIE) WILLIAM October 22, 1936 - March 19, 2011 It is with sadness that we send Ernie on his final journey to walk with the Lord. Ernie passed away suddenly at the Foothills Hospital surrounded by his family. Ernie is lovingly remembered by his wife of 52 years Clara. His children Leonard (Susan), Maurice (Marlene), Bernadette (Bob Stratychuk), Vidette (Richard Reiner), Yvonne and Brice (Margaret). His grandchildren Jessie & Family, Bonny Jean & Family, Jennifer, Stephanie, Nicole (Art), Michael, Aimee, Tyler, Garrison and Danielle.

PATRICIA LILLIAN LARLHAM, (nee Boyda), beloved wife of the late Roy Larlham, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital, on Saturday, December 12th, 2015 at the age of 80 years. Pat was predeceased by her husband Roy, parents Thomas and Mary, step-father Mike Serna, sister and brother-in-law Pearl and William Kiefuik, brothers-in-law Albert Bourassa and Francis Wright as well as Roy's Siblings. Pat is survived by her sisters Elaine Wright, Irene Bourassa, sister-in-law Dorothy Larlham and many nieces and nephews.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father and brother at the age of 68 years. Born October 12, 1939 in Lacombe, AB, Larry joined the military at the age of 17 and during his career spent 11 years in Germany and several tours in Cypress and Egypt. Larry then spent three years in Ottawa in charge of the Ceremonial Guard of Canada. He retired in 1991, with the rank of Chief Warrant Officer.

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.

FREDERICK ALEXANDER LASTUKA, born December 5, 1917, passed away August 1, 2010. Fred joined the army in 1940 and served for 4 years, 10 months. He saw action in Belgium, France and North Africa. He had celebrated his birthday sailing from Halifax to Liverpool. Prior to joining the Canadian army Fred was employed with Brewster Bus Lines in Banff, Alberta and then worked with John Deere and Company for 30 years.

MARGARET LASTUKA born January 3, 1916 to Mary and Jacques Gogan, passed away Thursday, February 4, 2010. Margaret was predeceased by her parents, two sisters and one brother. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Fred Lastuka, her sons Jim (Doris), Brian (Pamela) and Rick (Christa). She is also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Margaret’s great passion was her family and she was so very proud of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

KIMBERLY MAY LATURNUS (nee POITRAS) of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Sunday, August 8, 2010 at the age of 39 years. She is survived by her children Keira Breeschooten, Dylin Breeschooten and Cassidy Willetts. A Funeral Service will be held at STREETS ALIVE 323-4 Street South, Lethbridge, AB., on Thursday, August 12, 2010 at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Ken Kissick officiating. Cremation to follow. Honoured to serve the family, CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing away of our wife, mother, and nana. LAURA CATHERINE PEAKE of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Sydney John (Jack) Peake, passed away peacefully at home with her family on Saturday, November 3, 2012 at the age of 78. Besides her loving husband Jack, those left to cherish her memory are her sons Brad (Kelly), Rod (Sharon), Jack (Mary) and daughter Laura Marie; grandchildren Kyle (Sandra), Melissa (Dave) Brett (Paige), Kevin, Blake, Ty and Kyra; great-granddaughter Claire.

After an intense struggle with illness, Mom went to be with Dad on Sunday, April 21, 2013 Mom was born December 2, 1927 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. After stops in Geracton and Hymers, Ontario, Mom met Dad when he retruned from serving in World War II. Mom leaves behind Peg (George), Jim (Sophie) and Jo; three grandchildren, Shannon (Jeff), Stacey and D.J. and four great grandchildren, Mitchell, Kendra, Rhiannon and Owen. She was predeceased by her parents; Dad passed away in 1980.

MARION (LAURA) DITTBERNER nee GREEN, beloved wife of the late Harvey Dittberner passed away peacefully at the Edith Cavell Care Centre on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 with her daughter and granddaughter at her side. Our Mom and Grandma was born in Vegreville, AB on March 27, 1914. Marion was predeceased by her husband Harvey in 1988 and by her mother and father, Emily and Joseph Green, three sisters; Lillian, Nellie and Stella, one brother, Joseph Jr.