It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Ms. Laura Margaret Vanderhart of Lethbridge, Alberta who passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at the age of 24 years.

Laura was born on February 7, 1997 and at the age of 3 ½ months, she contracted encephalitis. Her life was with many afflictions and illness but with it she brought much joy and happiness to those who loved her.

She is survived by her loving parents Mark and Barbara Vanderhart; 5 siblings; Philip (Doreen) Vanderhart and their children Cole, Mark, Lauren; Eric (Michelle) Vanderhart, and their children Taylor, Katelyn; Mason Vanderhart; Jonathan (Gerda) Vanderhart and their children Zachary, Naomi, Avery; Thomas (Hanna Bezooyen) Vanderhart and his daughter Haiden; Chad (Rochelle) Ruppert.

Laura is survived by grandparents Adrian (Corrie) Vanderhart as well as many other loving family members and was predeceased by her grandparents Herb and Margaret Debat.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Harilal, also all doctors and caregivers, Bethesda Care Home, and lastly Chinook Home from Rehoboth, where she presided from 2015 – 2021.

Condolences will be held on Friday, December 10, 2021 from 7:00pm to 8:00pm at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610 – 4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta. Due to COVID restrictions, only a limited number of people will be able to attend, please RSVP by going to  https://www.mbfunerals.com/obituary/Laura-Vanderhart

 A Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at 10:00am at the PICTURE BUTTE MEMORIAL CEMETERY, with a Worship Service to follow at the NETHERLANDS REFORMED CHURCH OF PICTURE BUTTE, with Reverend E.C. Adams, officiating.

Flowers are gratefully declined. In lieu of flowers Please consider making a  donation to Rehoboth Care Homes or Bethesda Care Home.