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BRIAN CLAPPISON beloved son of Robert Clappison, of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Wednesday, January 21, 2016 at the age of 52 years. He is the loving brother to Barbara Trottier of Burlington, Ontario, Evelyn (Steve) Bennett of Hamilton, Ontario, and Susan (Chris Rioux) Clappison of Lethbridge. He is survived by nine nieces and nephews and four great nieces and nephews. Brian was predeceased by his mother Anne in 2011.

RUZAS On Wednesday January 8, 2014, CLARA RUZAS, beloved wife of the late Adolph Ruzas of Magrath, AB., at the age of 94, quietly changed her address from St. Therese Villa from earth, to Heaven. Mom, has now, finally left her earthly home to reside in her Heavenly dwelling. Clara and Adolph were married on October 11, 1936 in New Westminster, B.C. Clara is survived by her two children; daughter Shirley Plontke (Heinz) of Raymond, AB and son, Dr.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, CLARA WILSON ANDERSON. Born in Gaudiedale, Scotland, May 7, 1911 she immigrated to Canada in April 1924 settling in the Picture Butte area. Married in 1931 to Lloyd Edward Anderson she became a loving and dedicated wife and mother. Clara was devout in her spiritual beliefs, teaching Sunday School and accepting the role of Superintendent of Sunday School for many years.

HAAKENSEN CLARENCE HERBERT HAAKENSEN, of Lethbridge, formerly of Cadillac, SK, passed away at Legacy Lodge on Monday, March 4, 2013 at the age of 71. Clarence is survived by brothers Willard (Sharlene) Haakensen of Stony Plain, AB, Arnold (Pat) Haakensen of Medicine Hat, AB, sisters, Mabel (Tom) Kendall of Cadillac, SK, Verna (Edgar) Prive of Lethbridge, AB, Barb (Allen) Evesque of Cadillac, SK and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents Louis & Wilma Haakensen, sister and brother in law, Bev and Chester Smetaniuk, grandparents, Thorvold and Martha Haakensen, Ab and Lillie Barton, nephew Travis Kendall and numerous aunts and uncles.

CLARENCE LUTHER KELLN passed away on his 66th birthday, July 31, 2008 at St. Michael’s Palliative Care, the beloved husband of Roslyn. He is survived by daughter Rhona (Darren) Dundas and grand-daughters Madison & Paige of LaBroquerie, MB, stepsons Kevin (Lyndsey) Brees and Neil (Erika) Brees and grandson Owen of Lethbridge, AB. Also mourning his passing are his mother Lydia Kelln and brother Herb (Viola) Kelln, nephews Rick & Jason together with numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

MR. CLARENCE TRIPPEL beloved husband of Mrs. Dorothea Trippel, passed away Friday, August 31, 2007 at the Milk River Hospital at the age of 81 years. Clarence was born Feb. 17, 1926 in Rosthern, SK. to Lydia and Robert Trippel. Clarence was the eldest of twelve children, and leaves behind seven sisters, two brothers and their respective families. He was predeceased by his parents, two brothers; Leo and Glen, parents-in-law and many other family and friends.

MRS. CLARICE ELIZABETH SHORTLAND, beloved wife of the late Mr. William Shortland, passed away at the Lethbridge Extendicare on Tuesday, November 27, 2007 at the age of 99 years. She is survived by her son John (Mary) Shortland of Lethbridge, grandchildren Steven (Dorothy) White of Edmonton and Susan (Edward) Carroll of Virginia Beach, USA and great grandchildren Kris (Laurelie) White of Edmonton and Kerry (Graham) Bodner of Edmonton. She was predeceased by her husband William in 1990.

CLIFFORD LEE CLARK of Coutts, Alberta, passed away suddenly at home on Sunday, August 2, 2015. He is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years Lynette Clark of Coutts; one son, Ryan (Kelly) Clark, and granddaughters Lara and Nadine Clark. He was predeceased by his daughter Nikki Clark. A memorial service will be announced at a later date.

It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the passing of ALLEN CLARKE at the age of 60 years. He was born on May 5, 1957 and raised in Lethbridge. Allen passed away suddenly on December 2, 2017 at this home with his family by his side. Our beloved son, father, papa, brother, uncle, partner and dear friend will always be remembered. Allen is predeceased by his mother Lois Clarke and survived by his father Ronald, son Cody (Ivory, Phoenix and Xander) son Kyle (Paige and Etnee), partner Launa (Lulu), brother Ron (Nancy and Terri), sister Lisa Lutz (Darren, Keanna and Tori), brother Jim (Deb and Miyah) and many close and cherished friends.

DERICK CLARKE, of Raymond, beloved father of Elizabeth Parker of Nanaimo, B.C., passed away at the Raymond Health Centre, on Monday, February 15, 2016 at the age of 86 years. Cremation entrusted to Cornerstone Funeral Home Ltd. At Derick's request no formal funeral service will be held.