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RACH, ANTON &QUOT TONY&QUOT

ANTON “TONY” RACH, of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully at the St. Michael’s Health Centre on Thursday, February 17, 2011 at the age of 76 years. Tony was predeceased by his parents, Ernst and Maria Rach. He is survived by three brothers, Stan (Margit). Walter (Krimhilda) and Adolf; one sister, Christa (Rick) Lastuka; numerous nieces and nephews. Tony came to Canada with his parents on June 18, 1956 and then settled in Coaldale where he was employed with Bonn Bros. & Jarvie, driving a cement truck. Upon semi-retirement he moved to Lethbridge and enjoyed several years tending the greens at Henderson Lake Golf Course. In December 2006, Tony starred down death and survived an aneurism and heart attack. He then spent 4 years at St. Michael’s Care Centre from January 2007 until his passing. He touched us all and our time with him was marvelous. Tony was a compassionate, thoughtful and honourable man who loved his family. His quiet courage, strength of spirit, creativity and sense of humor will be carried forward by those who knew and loved him. There were never enough accolades that he had for the staff at St. Michael’s. He was truly happy and enjoyed his life there until the end. A special heartfelt thanks to Sisters Caroline, Ivy and Joan as well as all the wonderful nurses, staff and caregivers at St. Michael’s. A Prayer Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Monday, February 21, 2011 at 7:00 P.M. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2405 - 12th Avenue South, Lethbridge on Tuesday, February 22, 2011 at 10:30 A.M., with Reverend John Kohler, Celebrant. Interment will follow in Mountain View Cemetery, Lethbridge. Honoured to serve the family, CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 7B1. Telephone (403) 381-7777.