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PLEASE READ YOUR AD THE FIRST DAY IT APPEARS AND REPORT ANY ERRORS.THE LETHBRIDGE HERALD ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY FOR ONE INSERTION ONLY. (NO CANCELLATIONS OR REFUNDS) HERALD CLASSIFIEDS IT’S EASY TO PLACE AN AD, JUST CALL 403-328-4433 504 7th Street South Mail: P.O. Box 670, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 3Z7 Advertise in our Saturday and Wednesday Career Section ... make it a combo buy and SAVE 50% Monday to Friday on your Wednesday ad! EMAIL: [email protected] WEBSITE: www.lethbridgeherald.com OFFICE HOURS 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Closed Saturday & Sunday) PHONE HOURS Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Call 403-328-4433 OUT OF TOWN Toll free number 1-866-628-4433 FAX 403-381-3350 ASK ABOUT OUR TOONIE ADS FOR ITEMS UNDER $100 See our banner ad in this section for more details DEADLINES WORD ADS Monday-Friday 3:00 p.m. for the next day’s edition Friday at 5:00 p.m. for Sunday and Monday editions DISPLAY ADS Three business days prior to insertion FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2015 F Lethbridge Herald page - B7 Obituaries 1160 GEPKE SLOMP 1921 - 2015 The family and dear friends of Gepke Slomp (nee Koops) are saddened to announce that, on the evening of November 22, 2015 in Lethbridge, Alberta, Gepke went to be with her Lord and Saviour. She was just shy of her 94th birthday. Gepke was born in the Smilde, Netherlands on November 28, 1921. She immigrated to Canada to marry Tim Slomp in Iron Springs, Alberta in 1949. They worked together on their farm in Coaldale until Tim's passing in 1983. Gepke remained on the farm renting out her land until, after 62 years, she moved to Lethbridge in 2011. Gepke lived a contented life, by the grace of God. She enjoyed her evenings with her friends, playing games and socializing. She was a determined and hardworking woman, devoted to her Lord and her church. Gepke was predeceased by her loving husband, Tim Slomp, brothers Dick, Wieger and Henk Koops, sister, Willemina (Mini) Joustra, in-laws, Henry & Grace Deunk, Evert Borkent and Henny Dronkelaar and Rolenius Joustra. She is survived by her brother, Harm Koops and sister, Reik Bouman and many nieces and nephews in Holland. Also surviving her is John Joustra (Anita, son's Christopher, Jesse & Loren) of North Vancouver, B.C., Harry Joustra (Judy) of Kelowna, B.C. and Debbie Joustra-Pel (John Pel, Amanda, Elysha & Cameron) of Burnaby, B.C.. Gepke is also survived by sister-in-law, Jenny Borkent of Brooks, Alberta, brother-in-law John Slomp (Agnes) of Brooks, Alberta, Henry Dronkelaar of Picture Butte, Alberta and Henry Slomp (Willemien) of Picture Butte, Alberta and numerous nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed by special friends, Gerrit & Norma Van Dewal, Casey Verschoor, Riet Scheffer and nephew John & Val Deunk The family of Gepke would like to extend a sincere thank you to the staff at Black Rock Terrace Senior's Home, Alberta Ambulance Services, Chinook Regional Hospital Emergency Department. Special thanks to the Doctors and the nursing staff in ICU for their wonderful care during her short stay. We would also like to extend a special thank you to Riet Scheffer and Gerrit Van Dewal for their loving devotion to Gepke over the past years. John 15: 16 Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you . . . Family and Friends are invited to pay their respects at 11:30am on Saturday, November 28, 2015 at the MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4 St. S., Lethbridge, AB. Interment will follow in the Mountain View Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00pm, on Saturday, November 28, 2015 at TRINITY UNITED REFORMED CHURCH, 1100 40 Ave N, Lethbridge. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Visit www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence. Obituaries 1160 CAROLE CLARKE 1939 - 2015 Carole Ann Clarke, passed away peacefully at the age of 76 on Tuesday, November 24, 2015, after battling with a chronic illness. She was predeceased by her husband of 37 years, Stephen Glenn Clarke, who died in 1999. She leaves behind two loving daughters, Elizabeth and Catherine (Trent), as well as two beautiful granddaughters, Stephenie and Annabella. Carole was born in Kingston, Ontario to the late Hugh and Isabel Milne on March 8, 1939. She grew up in a loving home with her older sister, Beverly, and three younger brothers, Robert, Michael and Brian. She graduated from Kingston General Hospital’s radiological technology program in 1962 and married her late husband in August of the same year. The couple lived with their two girls, who were born in 1963 and 1964, in Ontario for 13 years before relocating to Lethbridge, Alberta. In Lethbridge, Carole was an x-ray technologist at Family Medical Centre and Glenn was an economics professor at the University of Lethbridge. For years, Carole was immersed in the city’s curling community, even becoming the president of the Lethbridge Curling Club in the 1990’s. It was at the curling club that Carole met her three best friends, Beth Campbell, Joyce Budau, and Ann Louise Plaxton, all of whom lovingly stood by her side throughout her challenging illness. Carole was also an active member of the Picture Butte Golf Club and the Lethbridge Host Lions Club. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00am on Monday, November 30, 2015 at the MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4 Street S. Lethbridge, Alberta, with Pastor George Takashima, officiating. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Carole’s memory to the Lethbridge Host Lions club located at Box 392 Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J 3Z1. Visit www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence. DAPHNE ECCLES 1955 - 2015 Ms. Daphne Eccles of Lethbridge, Alberta, passed away in Lethbridge on November 18, 2015 at the age of 60 years. She will be lovingly missed by her sister Carol (James) Tudor of Sylvan Lake, AB, her nephew Bryon (Amber) Tudor of Red Deer, AB, niece Leslie (Christian) Levac of Sylvan Lake, AB, and great niece Ella and great nephew Noah. Daphne was known to many for her kind and compassionate heart which was evident through her contributions as a blood donor for 35 years, as well as spending time volunteering with the Lethbridge HIV Connection Society. She also lived her life as a devoted animal lover and tattoo collector. A Memorial Celebration of Daphne’s life will be held at 11:00am, Saturday, December 5, 2015, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4th Street S. Lethbridge. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lethbridge Humane Society, 2920 – 16 Ave N, T1H 5E9, or to your local animal shelter. Visit www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence. SOUTHERNALBERTA FUNERAL HOME DIRECTORY EDEN’S Funeral Home & Cremation Services 403-553-3772 403-627-3131 2424 - 5 Avenue 966 Elm Street Fort Macleod, AB Pincher Creek, AB [email protected] 403-382-3601 [email protected] sign guestbook: www.generationsfh.ca 1101 Main Street East, Pincher Creek, AB 403-627-4864 Family Owned Since 1929 J o h n H e n r y N a s t ( 1 9 5 3 - 2 0 1 5 ) John passed away after a lengthy illness on November 17, 2015 at Chinook Regional Hospital at the age of 62. John is survived by his wife, Barb (nee Markus); children Maureen (Regan), Patrick (Chantel), Edwin (Natalie), Scott (McKenna), Lisa (Brad), and Tyler (Kristi); five grandchildren; siblings Diane (Gerry), Brian (Marcy), Debbie (Tom), Joe (Darlene), and Randy (Roxann); mother-in-law Hazel; and numerous nieces and nephews. Born on August 14, 1953 in Estevan, SK, John spent his childhood on the family farm in Trossachs, SK. He moved to Lethbridge in 1976, and spent his career working for Beaver Lumber, MacMillan Bloedel, CanWel, and Don's Drywall. John could often be found tending to his yard, building something or visiting with neighbours. His green lawn was always the envy of the neighbourhood. He enjoyed playing the guitar and organ. John loved hockey and was a diehard Saskatchewan Roughriders fan. John was predeceased by his brothers James and Ron, parents Fred and Maxine, and father-in- law Albert. Many thanks to the professionals of the ICU and 5B who assisted John throughout his stay. Condolences can be forwarded to [email protected] E N T Z J O S E P H B E N J A M I N E N T Z , beloved son of Benjamin and Barbara Entz, of the New Elm Colony, passed away at the young age of four months old. A Funeral Service will be held at the NEW ELM COLONY, Magrath, AB on Friday, November 27, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. with Interment to follow. To send a condolence, please visit www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com PIETER REURINK 1940 - 2015 Mr. Pieter Reurink of Turin, beloved husband and best friend of Mrs. Lorna Reurink passed away at the St. Michael’s Palliative Care Centre on Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at the age of 74 years. Funeral arrangements to be announced when completed. Visit www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence. Obituaries 1160 BRIAN BRADFORD PROVOST (1960 – 2015) It is with great sorrow that the family of Brian Bradford Provost announce his passing on Monday, November 23, 2015. Brian was born on March 10, 1960 in Pincher Creek to Mary Crow Eagle and Charles Provost. Brian was the proud father of his five children; his three beautiful daughters: Neena (Lance) Yellow Face, Suzanne (Ashley) Crazy Boy, and Tia Big Plume; and his two handsome sons: Brian Jr. (Sunshine) and Tristan. He was also very proud of his grandchildren: Ayesha (Tye), Raven (Ryan), Cole, Wyatt, Chloe, Jayce, Mikayla and Brodi; and his special great grandchildren: Xaiden, Kylie, and Zavier and his loving wife Debbie One Owl; his loving siblings: Gilbert Provost, Geraldine Thunder Chief, Diane (Del) Healy, Charlene (Roger) Houghton, Debbie (Frank) Provost, Gloria Provost, Lucille (Robert) Provost, Chuck Provost and Charles (Bev) Provost and Eloise Provost; his numerous nieces and nephews and his adopted brother Darwin Short; and his first wife, Beverly Crazy Boy, the mother of his children. A family service will be held at 5:00 pm on Thursday, November 26, 2015 at the Snodgrass Funeral Home in Pincher Creek. The two-day Wake will begin Thursday at 6:30 pm at the Gilbert Provost residence and continuing Friday, November 27, 2015. The Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, November 28 at 11:00 am at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Brocket with Fr. Silvano Vargas, Celebrant. The interment to take place at the Provost Family plot, Brocket. Snodgrass Funeral Home assisting the Family with Funeral arrangements, (403) 627-4864. BUILDING A LEGACY The Gift That Keeps on Giving 1103 - 3 Ave. North Lethbridge AB T1H 0H7 • Phone: 403-320-8779 Fax: 403-328-0521 • www.interfaithfoodbank.ca Obituaries 1160 Obituaries 1160

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GEPKE SLOMP1921 - 2015

The family and dear friends ofGepke Slomp (nee Koops) aresaddened to announce that, on theevening of November 22, 2015 inLethbridge, Alberta, Gepke went tobe with her Lord and Saviour. Shewas just shy of her 94th birthday. Gepke was born in the Smilde,Netherlands on November 28, 1921.She immigrated to Canada to marryTim Slomp in Iron Springs, Alberta in1949. They worked together on theirfarm in Coaldale until Tim's passingin 1983. Gepke remained on thefarm renting out her land until, after62 years, she moved to Lethbridge in2011. Gepke lived a contented life,by the grace of God. She enjoyedher evenings with her friends, playing

games and socializing. She was a determined and hardworking woman,devoted to her Lord and her church. Gepke was predeceased by her loving husband, Tim Slomp, brothersDick, Wieger and Henk Koops, sister, Willemina (Mini) Joustra, in-laws,Henry & Grace Deunk, Evert Borkent and Henny Dronkelaar and RoleniusJoustra. She is survived by her brother, Harm Koops and sister, ReikBouman and many nieces and nephews in Holland. Also surviving her isJohn Joustra (Anita, son's Christopher, Jesse & Loren) of NorthVancouver, B.C., Harry Joustra (Judy) of Kelowna, B.C. and DebbieJoustra-Pel (John Pel, Amanda, Elysha & Cameron) of Burnaby, B.C..Gepke is also survived by sister-in-law, Jenny Borkent of Brooks, Alberta,brother-in-law John Slomp (Agnes) of Brooks, Alberta, Henry Dronkelaarof Picture Butte, Alberta and Henry Slomp (Willemien) of Picture Butte,Alberta and numerous nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed byspecial friends, Gerrit & Norma Van Dewal, Casey Verschoor, RietScheffer and nephew John & Val Deunk The family of Gepke would like to extend a sincere thank you to the staffat Black Rock Terrace Senior's Home, Alberta Ambulance Services,Chinook Regional Hospital Emergency Department. Special thanks to theDoctors and the nursing staff in ICU for their wonderful care during hershort stay. We would also like to extend a special thank you to RietScheffer and Gerrit Van Dewal for their loving devotion to Gepke over thepast years.

John 15: 16Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you . . .

Family and Friends are invited to pay their respects at 11:30am onSaturday, November 28, 2015 at the MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEWCHAPEL, 610 4 St. S., Lethbridge, AB. Interment will follow in theMountain View Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00pm, on Saturday, November 28,2015 at TRINITY UNITED REFORMED CHURCH, 1100 40 Ave N,Lethbridge. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations may be made to a charity of yourchoice.

Visit www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence.

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CAROLE CLARKE1939 - 2015

Carole Ann Clarke, passed awaypeacefully at the age of 76 onTuesday, November 24, 2015, afterbattling with a chronic illness. Shewas predeceased by her husband of37 years, Stephen Glenn Clarke, whodied in 1999. She leaves behind twoloving daughters, Elizabeth andCatherine (Trent), as well as twobeautiful granddaughters, Stephenieand Annabella. Carole was born in Kingston, Ontarioto the late Hugh and Isabel Milne onMarch 8, 1939. She grew up in aloving home with her older sister,Beverly, and three younger brothers,Robert, Michael and Brian. Shegraduated from Kingston General

Hospital’s radiological technology program in 1962 and married her latehusband in August of the same year. The couple lived with their two girls,who were born in 1963 and 1964, in Ontario for 13 years before relocatingto Lethbridge, Alberta. In Lethbridge, Carole was an x-ray technologist atFamily Medical Centre and Glenn was an economics professor at theUniversity of Lethbridge. For years, Carole was immersed in the city’s curling community, evenbecoming the president of the Lethbridge Curling Club in the 1990’s. It wasat the curling club that Carole met her three best friends, Beth Campbell,Joyce Budau, and Ann Louise Plaxton, all of whom lovingly stood by herside throughout her challenging illness. Carole was also an activemember of the Picture Butte Golf Club and the Lethbridge Host LionsClub. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00am on Monday, November 30,2015 at the MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 4 Street S.Lethbridge, Alberta, with Pastor George Takashima, officiating. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Carole’s memory to theLethbridge Host Lions club located at Box 392 Lethbridge, Alberta, T1J3Z1.

Visit www.mbfunerals.com to send a private condolence.

DAPHNE ECCLES1955 - 2015

M s . D a p h n e E c c l e s o fLethbridge, Alberta, passed awayin Lethbridge on November 18,2015 at the age of 60 years. She will be lovingly missed byher sister Carol (James) Tudor ofSylvan Lake, AB, her nephewBryon (Amber) Tudor of RedDeer, AB, niece Leslie (Christian)Levac of Sylvan Lake, AB, andgreat n iece El la and greatnephew Noah. Daphne was known to many forher kind and compassionate heartwhich was evident through hercontributions as a blood donor for35 years, as well as spending timevolunteering with the LethbridgeHIV Connection Society. She alsolived her life as a devoted animallover and tattoo collector. A Memorial Celebration ofDaphne’s l ife wil l be held at11:00am, Saturday, December 5,2015, at MARTIN BROTHERSRIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4thStreet S. Lethbridge. In lieu of flowers, donations maybe made to the Lethbr idgeHumane Society, 2920 – 16 AveN, T1H 5E9, or to your localanimal shelter.

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John Henry Nast (1953-2015) John passed away after a lengthyillness on November 17, 2015 atChinook Regional Hospital at theage of 62. John is survived by his wife, Barb(nee Markus); children Maureen(Regan), Patrick (Chantel), Edwin(Natalie), Scott (McKenna), Lisa(Brad), and Tyler (Kristi); fivegrandchildren; siblings Diane(Gerry), Brian (Marcy), Debbie(Tom), Joe (Darlene), and Randy(Roxann); mother-in-law Hazel;and numerous n ieces andnephews . Born on August 14, 1953 inEstevan, SK, John spent hischildhood on the family farm inTrossachs, SK. He moved toLethbridge in 1976, and spent hiscareer work ing fo r BeaverLumber, MacMi l lan Bloedel ,CanWel, and Don's Drywall . John could of ten be foundtending to his yard, buildingsometh ing o r v i s i t i ng w i thneighbours. His green lawn wasa l w a y s t h e e n v y o f t h eneighbourhood. He enjoyedplaying the guitar and organ. Johnloved hockey and was a diehardSaskatchewan Roughriders fan. John was predeceased by hisbrothers James and Ron, parentsFred and Maxine, and father-in-law Albert. Many thanks to the professionalsof the ICU and 5B who assistedJohn throughout his stay.Condolences can be forwarded to

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ENTZ JOSEPH BENJAMIN ENTZ,beloved son of Benjamin andBarbara Entz, of the New ElmColony, passed away at the youngage of four months old. A Funeral Service will be held att h e N E W E L M C O L O N Y ,M a g r a t h , A B o n F r i d a y ,November 27, 2015 at 11:00 A.M.with Interment to follow.

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PIETER REURINK1940 - 2015

Mr. Pieter Reurink of Turin,beloved husband and best friendof Mrs. Lorna Reurink passedaway a t the S t . M ichae l ’ sPa l l i a t i ve Ca re Cen t re onWednesday, November 25, 2015at the age of 74 years.Funeral arrangements to beannounced when completed.

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BRIAN BRADFORD PROVOST(1960 – 2015)

It is with great sorrow that the family ofBrian Bradford Provost announce hispassing on Monday, November 23, 2015.Brian was born on March 10, 1960 inPincher Creek to Mary Crow Eagle andCharles Provost. Brian was the proud father of his fivechildren; his three beautiful daughters:Neena (Lance) Yellow Face, Suzanne(Ashley) Crazy Boy, and Tia Big Plume;and his two handsome sons: Brian Jr.(Sunshine) and Tristan. He was also veryproud of his grandchildren: Ayesha (Tye),Raven (Ryan), Cole, Wyatt, Chloe, Jayce,Mikayla and Brodi; and his special greatgrandchildren: Xaiden, Kylie, and Zavierand his loving wife Debbie One Owl; his

loving siblings: Gilbert Provost, Geraldine Thunder Chief, Diane (Del)Healy, Charlene (Roger) Houghton, Debbie (Frank) Provost, GloriaProvost, Lucille (Robert) Provost, Chuck Provost and Charles (Bev)Provost and Eloise Provost; his numerous nieces and nephews and hisadopted brother Darwin Short; and his first wife, Beverly Crazy Boy, themother of his children. A family service will be held at 5:00 pm on Thursday, November 26, 2015at the Snodgrass Funeral Home in Pincher Creek. The two-day Wake willbegin Thursday at 6:30 pm at the Gilbert Provost residence andcontinuing Friday, November 27, 2015. The Funeral Mass will be held onSaturday, November 28 at 11:00 am at St. Paul’s Catholic Church inBrocket with Fr. Silvano Vargas, Celebrant. The interment to take place atthe Provost Family plot, Brocket.

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