HOPPY UNGER of Coaldale, beloved husband and best friend of Amy, passed away peacefully at St. Therese Villa on Wednesday, October 20, 2021, at the age of 83 years.

Besides his loving wife Amy, left to cherish his memory are his brother Eddy of Winnipeg, Amy’s children Trevor (Jackie) Inaba, [Kieran and Ryland] and Cara Inaba, plus many other family members.

He was predeceased by his sisters Mary (Frank) Desjarlais, Irmie (Alfred) Schroeder, sister-in-law Elfie Unger and mother-in-law Mary Nago.

Hoppy was a hard worker and during his life’s journey found work wherever he could, which included the paving of highway 3 between Coaldale and Lethbridge. Rodeo was always his passion and was successful in competition. He received many awards in calf roping and steer wrestling across the country, including the Calgary Stampede. He combined sport with employment at Canbra Food where he challenged and received his Steam Engineers certification. Hoppy’s love of cattle became a reality when he built and established his own feedlot. He realized the satisfaction to be his own boss.

Hoppy was firmly grounded in his faith; he “walked the talk” and was a mentor to many. He was steadfast, honest and disciplined. These attributes marbled and entwined with respect, gentleness and love equals Hoppy Unger.

A Graveside Service will be held at the Coaldale Cemetery (north on Hwy 845, west of Gem of the West Museum) on Monday, October 25, 2021, at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Barb Roycroft officiating. Tributes and Eulogies will be shared beginning at 5:00 P.M. Both the graveside and the tributes will be livestreamed and may be accessed via Hoppy’s obituary on the Cornerstone website at their respective times.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Hoppy’s memory to the Mennonite Central Committee (donate.mccanada.ca or 134 Plaza Drive, Winnipeg, MB, R3T 5K9)

 

 

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• Date : 2021-10-20
• Location : Lethbridge, Alberta