VERNA KLASSEN, beloved wife of Kevin Klassen of Coaldale, passed away peacefully at St. Michael's Palliative Care Unit on Thursday, February 13, 2020 at the age of 49 years.

Besides her loving husband Kevin, Verna was survived by her children: Kristine, Meagan (Zach), Keagan and Kayla (Ian); parents, Stan (Ruby) Yanke and Valerie (Ken) Sinclair; brother, Clifford (Jenny) Yanke; and eight grandchildren: Colten, Saveya, Mahala, Kylan, Braelynn, Charolette, Rylee and Mason.

Verna was born on March 13, 1970 in Medicine Hat, Alberta to Stan and Valerie. Who later became an older sister to little brother Clifford. Verna spent her early childhood growing up on a homestead near Manyberries, Alberta. Verna is remembered by many for her outgoing, friendly personality. She had an outstanding amount of love for her four fur babies: Tiah, Phoenix, Diesel and Tukker, who were her pride and joy. Verna had a passion for camping, dragon boat racing, riding her motor bike, golfing & spending time with family/friends. Her persona will linger in the hearts of all who knew her.

Family and Friends are invited to a Celebration of Verna's Life at EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH, 4717 - 24 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, February 21, 2020 at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Mark Dyck officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting you make a contribution to the Jack Ady Cancer Centre, c/o Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation (960 - 19 Street S, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 1W5).