EVELYN TOLSMA, of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully with her family at her side, after a short battle with cancer, on Thursday, July 15th, 2010, at the age of 75 years.

She was predeceased by her parents, Albert and Maartje Vonkeman, brothers Abe, Henk, Wim and Andy.

Evelyn was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Mr. Louis Tolsma; one daughter Marlene (Jim) Balsdon and their children Amanda and James; one son Tom (Sandy) Tolsma of Lethbridge; one brother, John (Jo) Vonkeman; sisters-in-law Trudy (Wim - deceased) Vonkeman, Elly (Henk - deceased) Vonkeman and Gerda (Andy - deceased) Vonkeman; sisters, Alice (Pete) Schuld, Ina (Cor) Brouwer, Mary (Fred) Venhuis.

Her love of life and people touched the lives of all those who knew her. She was a compassionate, thoughtful and honourable woman who loved her family. Her life was a definition of true compassion and love. Mom’s greatest passion in life was to put others needs before her own.

Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 - Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Monday, July 19th, 2010 from 7 PM to 9 PM.

A private interment service will be held Tuesday, July 20th, 2010 with Reverend Wybren Oord officiating.

A Service of Remembrance will be held at the TRINITY REFORMED CHURCH, 1100 - 40th Ave. N., Lethbridge on Tuesday, July 20th, 2010 at 2 pm, with Reverend Hank Van Der Woerd officiating.

In memory of Evelyn, contributions may be made to the Mid America Reformed Seminary, 229 - Seminary Drive, Dyer, Indiana, USA. 46311

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