Obituary - Loverne Mapstone
Loverne Mapstone
1937 - 2026
July 20, 1937 ~ January 31, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that Raymond announces the passing of his loving wife, Loverne Caroline Mapstone (nee Wardberg). She passed peacefully at St. Joseph’s Home - Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at the age of 88 years. Along with Raymond, her beloved husband of 67 years, Loverne’s memory will be forever cherished by their two daughters, Caroline (Dean) Neitz and their two daughters, Amanda (Keegan) and Raeann (Chris); Laurel Eremenko and her three children, Sandra, Brett (Nikol) and Desirae (Dan); six great-grandchildren, Saylem, Cohen, Bowen, Blaire, Aubrey and Lorenzo; two brothers, LeRoy and Lyle Wardberg as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Asmund ‘Ole’ and Esther Wardberg; son-in-law, Elmer Benson; great-grandson, Karson Eremenko; two sisters, Alice Wardberg and Velma Wardberg (Schmaltz) as well as her brother, Alfred (Josephine) Wardberg.
Loverne was born in Maple Creek, SK., on July 20, 1937. The family lived near Vidora, SK., later moving to the farm north of Robsart, SK.
She was a member of the Oxarat Sewing Circle and was involved with the Figure Skating Club, Hall Board and Ceramic Club. She led 4-H clothing for over 15 years and was General Leader of the Robsart Club as well as an Avon Rep for many years. Loverne was very talented and creative, sewing countless wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses and skating costumes. She also made wedding bouquets, various floral pieces and decorated many wedding cakes, built furniture pieces and did home renovations.
Ray and Loverne moved to Dunmore in the fall of 1991 where they resided until moving to Medicine Hat in September of 2018.
A Celebration of Loverne’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, February 6, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz officiating. A time of fellowship will follow in the Cook Southland Reception Facility. If friends so desire, donations in memory of Loverne may be made to HALO, 28 Les Little Way S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5G4.
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Peggy Ford:
Feb 03, 2026 at 09:58 PM
Awe Caroline, I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was a SPECIAL lady who excelled at everything she chose to do. Keep your memories close to your heart. Please extend our condolences to the rest of your family. LOVE & HUGS from Gary & Peggy
RHONDA Jackle:
Feb 04, 2026 at 12:43 PM
Dear Caroline and family
Condolences on the the loss of your MOM.
Anita, Robert and Rhonda Jackle
JIM AND MERLE DERZAPH:
Feb 05, 2026 at 02:20 PM
Dearest Caroline and family, We are so sorry to read about the passing of your mother LOVERNE. I got to know her when her and Dad moved to Dunmore and she had some perianuals for sale. Enjoyed to wait on her at the bank where I was employed. She was a beautiful wife, mother, grandma and friend inside and outside. Never a hair out of place, dressed to the 9's, great hostess, and loved life and her family. Her yard was a beautiful master piece with colors that blossomed all season long. May her memories live in all your hearts forever. Her journey on this earth is complete. Rest in peace.
Jim and Merle Derzaph