CONNIE CHRISTINE HIRAGA (nee PANSKY), beloved wife of Kevin Hiraga of Lethbridge, passed away on Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at the age of 41 years.

She is survived by her husband Kevin and kids Ashley and Kyle. As well as her two dogs Keiko and Koji.

Also survived by her mother Jean (Blair), a sister Shelly (Steve), two brothers Darren, Darcy and nieces & nephews Cody, Taylor, Alyssa and Emma. As well as in-laws, George, Darren (Tammie) and Barry.

Connie was predeceased by her father John Pansky, Brother Kelly Pansky and mother and father in-law Pauline and Jerome Hiraga.

Connie was a very fun loving person, who touched the hearts of many people. Raising two wonderful children was the greatest accomplishment of her amazing life.

She really enjoyed shopping and was fortunate to enjoy a family trip to Las Vegas just a week ago. Her wonderful “smile and laugh” will be sadly missed, but will never be forgotten.

A Prayer Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, on Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at 7:00 PM.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. BASIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 604 - 13th Street North, Lethbridge, AB, on Wednesday, June 16, 2010 at 10:30 AM.

Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery.

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