(May 21, 1937 - August 8, 2011) Mrs. MAY ETZUKO BOESSENKOOL passed away peacefully at the Chinook Regional Hospital on August 8, 2011, Beloved Wife of Gerry Boessenkool. Born on May 21, 1937 in Vancouver B.C., MAY BOESSENKOOL was a loving wife, mother, sister, proud Grandma, as well as “Aunty” May to many. She enjoyed her family, and listening to her husband perform in various places, with their pet “Kita”. She had a giving nature and opened her home to all. She was a confidant and best friend to many as well. Her home could never be full enough, she enjoyed feeding the neighbourhood. She was predeceased by her parents Usabro and Chizuko Sawa, her brother Daniel Sawa, and sister in law Carol Sawa. She is survived by her husband Gerry, of over 50 years, and her children, Greg, Lorraine (Ken), and Cindy. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters; Lois (Yosh), June (Joe), Dick (Carol), Dianna (Isao), Sharon (Tom), Roy (Jackie), Larry, (Audrey), Pat (Doug), and Harry. She is also survived by her Grandchildren Devon and Levi. A Private Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, on Thursday, August 11, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. with Aldeen McKay Officiating. Donations may be made to CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME for the service of May Boessenkool and/or to the HEART AND STROKE FOUNDATION - 1825 Park Road SE Calgary, Alberta T2G 3Y6 as well as to the CANADIAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION 204, 2323 32 Avenue NE Calgary, Alberta T2E 6Z3 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