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BRIAN SPARKS of Lethbridge, born on December 4th, 1962 in Taber, and beloved husband of Sandra Clay-Sparks, passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early morning hours of July 6th, 2024, at Legacy Lodge after a decades-long battle with MS. He is survived by his children Nickole (Odin and Izyk Ellinson), Jason, and Ashley Sparks, his mother Muriel, and his siblings Raeann (Dennis, Maryel, and Liam), Ken (Carol and Caitlyn), and Darrel (Renee).

Born June 17, 1924 in Bognor Regis, West Sussex, England.

On the morning of June 23, 2024, in God’s perfect timing, Brad was taken from this life and has gone on his next journey.

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of BRENDA GAIL NEIGEL (nee Bannick) on May 25, 2024 after a bravely fought battle with cancer.

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of BEATRICE “BEA” CATHERINE DIETL of Shaughnessy, Alberta, beloved wife of Paul Dietl on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at the age of 69 years.

In loving memory of BEVERLY PILLING, who peacefully departed this life, at Legacy Lodge, embraced by her sisters, Pam Faye and Mouse, along side her niece Tracy, grandchild Eri, great-grandson Ben, and cherished daughters, Heidi and Holly Eisenhauer. Beverley’s vibrant spirit, infectious joy and unwavering honesty defined her presence.

BRANDIE COLLEEN HNATKOWSKI, of Lethbridge, AB, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at the age of 43 years.

BERNICE BRENDA DORSCH, formerly of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully at Edith Cavell Care Centre in Lethbridge, on Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 at the age of 72 years.

WILLIAM “BILL” JOSEPH MILLER, of Lethbridge, a beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend, passed away peacefully with family by his side, at Chinook Regional Hospital, on Monday, April 22, 2024 at the age of 65 years, after a courageous battle with Kidney Cancer.

BERNARD “BERNIE” KLEIN passed away in St. Michael’s Palliative Care Unit on April 17, 2024 after a valiant battle with cancer. He was born in Leask, Saskatchewan on June 11, 1935.