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DECEMBER 2020 2 Saturday, December 12, 2020 — THE MEDICINE HAT NEWS

MARGARET JUNE ANNA HEIDINGER JOSEPH BOSCH MACKENZIE 1924 ~ 2020 1928 ~ 2020 1928 ~ 2020 Anna Maria Heidinger passed away on Friday, October 30, 2020 at the Joseph 'Joe' Bosch of Medicine Hat passed away peacefully on We are sad to announce the passing of Margaret MacKenzie on age of 96 years, beloved wife of Joseph Heidinger for 74 years, of Saturday, October 31, 2020 at the age of 92 years, beloved husband of October 25, 2020 at the age of 92 years. She died peacefully in her Medicine Hat. She also leaves to cherish her memory four children, Ruth Bosch. He also leaves to cherish his memory three children, sleep in the Continuing Care section of the Bow Island Health Centre Darlene (Don) Adolf, Bruce (Cathie) Heidinger, Glen (Natalie) Heidinger Joanne (Andrew) Minty, Lucille (Jim) Carr and Susan (Jimmie) Wutch; where she had lived for many months. Margaret was an important and Randy (Wendy) Heidinger; twelve grandchildren, Donalyn (Brian) six grandchildren, Dominic, Juliana, Danny (Cheryl), Tania (Ryan), Hotrum, Shelley (Cory) Strobel, Mark (Dana) Adolf, Lisa (Blake) Dykema, part of the Foremost community for most of her life. She is survived by Lori (Nathan) Girling, Jamie (Matt) Dawson, Brian (Kristen) Heidinger, James (Jessica) and Shawn and eight great-grandchildren. He will be her sons, Colin (Susan Kierstead) and Richard (Jennifer Bain); her Brandon (Sara) Heidinger, Corinna (Logan) Unreiner, Brodie (Cheryl) greatly missed by two brothers, John (Veronica) and Tony, as well as grandchildren, Lucy, Hazel and Charlie; and numerous nieces and Heidinger, Sara (Brandon) Hilgendorf and Connor Heidinger; eighteen numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, nephews. Margaret was predeceased by her husband, Ken; their son, great grandchildren Kayla (Mac) Myers, Maria Daniels, Melissa Strobel, Philip and Catherine Bosch; sisters Rose (Nick) Schafer, and Gertrude Norman; as well as her parents; sisters, Dorothy and Rose; and brother, Ben and Eli Adolf, Slater and Sloan Dykema, Reed and Kierra Girling, 'Gertie' (Tony) Bosch; brothers Frank (Lena, Rita) and Raphael; and Joseph. Margaret MacKenzie was born in Stettler on June 30, 1928, the Autym, Zayda, Mikaya and Rhylan Dawson, Georgia and Joseph three brothers and a sister who died in infancy. Joe, the youngest of second daughter of John and Pauline Lockwood. She grew up on the Heidinger, Nixon and Ryker Heidinger, Aria Unreiner; her brother and eleven siblings, was born on the farm near Burstall, Saskatchewan in family farm nearby. Later the family moved to Stettler. This was the sister, Tony Heck and Helen Aberle; brother-in-law, Al Kirk; two sisters-in- 1928. After he finished school, he moved to Oyen, Alberta and began great depression of the 1930’s and times were tough. As her father law, Doreen Heck and Rose Heidinger as well as numerous nieces and was an invalid, Margaret was forced to leave school early. She worked nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, John and Agatha Heck working on various farms. In 1948, he bought the Ford garage with his and five brothers, Joe, Phillip, Dan, Frank and Jack; parents-in-law John brother-in-law in Oyen and they named it Bosch Motors. Joe met his as a hairdresser in Calgary, then Edmonton. After Margaret’s father’s and Martha Heidinger, sisters-in-law Ann Heck, Agnes Heck, Viola Sietz, wife Ruth on a blind date in Calgary in 1954; they were married in death, her mother moved to Edmonton and set up a boarding house. Alice Kurpjuweit, Clara Heidinger and Pearl Kirk along with brothers-in- 1955 and recently celebrated their 65th anniversary. In 1959, he sold In Edmonton she met Ken MacKenzie, an Agriculture student who law Kasper Aberle, Ed Seitz, Ruben Heidinger, Art Kurpjuweit and Edwin his share of the garage and returned to farming full time. During his often ate at the boarding house. They married in Edmonton in 1949 Heidinger and grandson-in-law, Dallas Daniels. Anna was a wonderful years in Oyen, he served on town council and was a member of the and moved to the Onefour Dominion Experimental Farm for about homemaker excelling at gardening, sewing, quilting, knitting and Catholic school board. In 1972, the family moved to Medicine Hat two years. While there, Ken was involved in the “cattalo” experiments, crocheting; she was a hard worker both at home and outside the home. where he worked as a bookkeeper at Wittke Iron Works for 23 years which sought to find a hybrid of cattle and bison. In 1951 Ken and She volunteered in her spare time canvassing for charity and teaching until his retirement in 1994. Joe was a member of the Knights of Margaret took over the MacKenzie family ranch in Chin Coulee, near Sunday School. She especially enjoyed travelling with dad having many Foremost and converted it over time from a sheep ranch to primarily a (well documented) wonderful adventures. The graveside service will be Columbus for over 55 years, and was an active participant in the cattle ranch. They raised three children, Colin born in 1951, Norman held at the Hillside Cemetery on Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at 1:00 church. He was an avid gardener, filling the backyard with all kinds of p.m. with Rev. Lance Duncalfe officiating. Those who wish to attend the vegetables every summer. He loved watching baseball, hockey and born in 1953, and Richard born in 1958. Ken and Margaret ranched graveside service are asked to meet inside the main gate at 12:45 p.m. curling and did the WordSearch puzzle in the paper every day. He was until 1993 when they retired to live in Foremost. Margaret, along with her husband Ken, were heavily involved in the Foremost community. Due to restrictions in place regarding COVID-19 from the Chief Medical musically inclined, loved singing, and playing the banjo and the Margaret had a particular interest in artistic pursuits. She painted and Officer of Health - funeral services are now limited to no more than 100 autoharp. He was a gifted orator and his speeches at family functions attendees including family and funeral home staff. Those who wish to did some design work. Among her earlier designs was the pronghorn were enjoyed by all. Joe was a generous, kind man, he enjoyed remember Anna with a donation, may do so to the Prairie Gleaners antelope on the chinaware made for Foremost’s 50th Anniversary in spending time with his family and he will be missed by all who knew Society, P.O. Box 656, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 7G6 or Whispering Pines 1963. There were very few years that the parade for the Foremost him. Family and friends who wish to pay their respects may do so at Camp, PO Box 23110, Medicine Hat Mall PO, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 4C7. Stampede, the Maverick Mardi Gras, or local fair that she did not the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Monday from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and at The family would like to express their thanks to Brandi from Home Care feature at least one float that she had played a major role in designing and the staff at Wellington Retirement Residence. To email an the church from 10:00 - 10:55 a.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated and working on. She was active with the Foremost Theatrical Society expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome. in the Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road S.E.) on Tuesday, com subject heading: Anna Heidinger, or you may visit www. starting in 1972 and continued to be for many years. Along with Ken, November 10, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Iqbal Khurshid officiating. she worked as a set designer and with lighting in the early years as pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence. Funeral Due to restrictions in place regarding COVID- 19 from the Chief Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND well as with makeup, props and other backstage work. She also Medical Officer of Health - funeral services are now limited to no more CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 assisted Foremost School drama productions, particularly with than 100 attendees including family and funeral home staff. If you makeup. She was particularly skilled at leathercraft. Aside displaying wish to watch the funeral mass please go to Youtube.com and type in her own work in numerous craft shows, she spent many years Medicine Hat Holy Family Church. Interment will follow in the Hillside teaching adult education courses in the County of Forty Mile and Cemetery. Those who wish to remember Joseph with a donation, may elsewhere. do so to Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat, Margaret was also involved with the Agricultural Society, the Senior Alberta T1B 4V3. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it Citizen’s Society, the Foremost Library, and the Foremost Community to: [email protected] subject heading: Joseph Bosch, Hall Association. She was involved the the local 4H club as an assistant or you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message leader, working mostly with leathercraft. She judged leathercraft and of condolence. Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL food at many local Agricultural fairs in southern Alberta. Ken and HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat Margaret went on a number of trips to destinations such as Aruba, T1A 4C2 Eastern Canada and the Southern United States in their later years. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in May of 1999. Ken passed away on October 16, 1999. Their son, Norman passed away in a tragic car accident on March 4, 2003. Margaret will be greatly missed by her children and grandchildren. We all remember her hard work in the community and, of course, her famous bread and cinnamon buns. ROY HANSON Thank you to the wonderful staff at the Bow Island Health Centre Continuing Care Section for making Margaret’s last days as pleasant as 1934 ~ 2020 possible. A memorial service will be held at some point in the future Roy Kenneth Hanson passed away on November 2, 2020 at the age of 86 when it is safe to travel and gather. In lieu of flowers, please send years, beloved husband of Dianne Hanson of Medicine Hat. He also donations to the Bow Island Health Centre Continuing Care Section, leaves to cherish his memory two children, Linda (Gene) Weber and Rick 938 Centre Street Bow Island, AB T0K 0G0 or Foremost Senior Citizen’s (Bonnie) Hanson; five grandchildren, Chris (Terra) Weber, their daughter, Centre, 103 1 Ave. E, Foremost, AB T0K 0X0. Condolences may be sent Kierstyn; Cori Weber, her children, Jameson and Nolan and their father through www.saamis.com or to [email protected] subject Nathan Debler; Mike (Kari) Weber, their children, Emily, Nick, and James; heading Margaret MacKenzie. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Dana (Bridgette) Hanson, their children, Farrah and Vaughn Roy Hanson; SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION and Tia Hanson; three sisters, Agnes (Fred) Lynch, Mads Rawleigh, Audrey CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, (Howard) Muhlbeier and sister-in-law, Val Hanson as well as numerous RENE LEGRAND AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Edith and Hans Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. Martin Hanson; his brother, Jim Hanson; his sister, Ella (Stan) Durbenuick 1938 ~ 2020 and his brother-in-law, Bill Rawleigh. Roy entered the work force at the Rene passed away with family by his side at the Meadow Ridge age of 14 doing various jobs but most of his life was spent in the road Seniors Village in Medicine Hat at 5:32 p.m. on Monday, November 2, construction industry. He eventually became a partner in Cee Gee 2020, at the age of 81 years. Rene is survived by is wife, Gail; daughter, Earthmoving, a company he was extremely proud of. He was a well Jody (Robert); sons, Todd (Lissa) and Mark (Kim); grandchildren, respected business owner who believed in hard work, integrity and that Nahman, Tyrrell, Tyler, Dakota, Leah and Kayla; great-grandchildren, your hand shake was your word. Due to Covid-19 a private family Kadence, Pashence, Annikan as well as numerous nieces, nephews, graveside service will take place. Those who wish to remember Roy cousins and friends. Due to Covid 19, a family service will be held at a Hanson with a donation, may do so to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. future date. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@ www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Roy Hanson, or you may visit Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence. - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

In Loving Memory Saturday, December 12, 2020 — THE MEDICINE HAT NEWS 3

NORA ELENOR MURRAY R. JACKSON 1939 ~ 2020 HAWTHORNE Murray Jackson of Bow Island, beloved husband of Pat, passed away 1931 - 2020 MIKE RICHTER peacefully at the Medicine Hat Hospital on Saturday, October 31, 2020, at Nora Elenor Hawthorne passed quietly from this life to the next on the age of 81 years. Along with Pat, Murray leaves to cherish his memory Tuesday, November 3rd, 2020. Nora lived a full 89 years and in the last 1935 ~ 2020 one daughter, Angel (Kevin) Svennes; cousin, Rob (Roxanne) Wyton and years of her life, even when her health was in decline, her smiling It is with sadness that the family of Michael Richter, beloved husband of their two sons as well as numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. presence was appreciated by those around her. She was born in the late Bernice Richter, announces his passing at St. Joseph’s Home - Murray enjoyed a long career as a lineman and communication technician Sceptre, SK on May 15th, 1931 and was the youngest of five daughters. Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, November 4, 2020, at with MTS and AGT, woking with both for over 40 years before retirement. On December 8th, 1949 she married James Hawthorne in Swift the age of 85 years. Michael was born on a farm near Fox Valley, the He was a very community minded individual and will be remembered by Current, SK and together they began their married life living in Ralston 12th of 15 children to Lawrence and Barbara Richter. At four years of all for giving selflessly of his time to the many organizations he before moving to Medicine Hat in 1964. They made a home for their age, the family moved to a farm northeast of Richmond and that was volunteered for. Murray’s life will be honoured and his memory cherished children, Cindy, Stephen, and Kevin on the southwest hill area of the where he went to school for nine years. He spoke only German upon his without the proceedings of a formal funeral service. Family and friends city. Nora was a stay at home Mom who, in addition to caring for her first day of school, but he learned English fast as that was the only plan to celebrate Murray’s life around a camp fire in 2021. (Condolences family, volunteered and spent many hours involved with activities at language allowed to be spoken in school. He would walk or ride by may be expressed by visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com). If Westminster United Church and Elkwater United Church camp. As horse or carriage to school daily. Life was difficult on the farm and friends so desire, memorial tributes in Murray’s name may be made their children got married and left home, Nora and Jim moved to Michael learned at an early age how to pick rocks, feed the livestock and directly to the Heart and Stroke Foundation fo Alberta, 119 - 14 Street Horizon Village and then to Chinook Village. During those years they help with the farming. He left home when he was 16 years old and after N.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2N 1Z6 or to the Canadian Diabetes Association, enjoyed travelling and fellowship activities with their many friends a few short stints as a farm hand and general laborer, he found himself a 220, 6223 - 2 Street S.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2H 1J5. Honoured to serve the and family. She was a prolific sewer and knitter. All her children and job with the CPR , which as he put it, “he would do until something family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, grandchildren were blessed to have beautiful hand knit sweaters, better came along”. His career lasted 37 years. He started out working 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 mittens, toques, and afghans made by her loving hands. We will on the gangs and worked his way up to Road Master for Medicine Hat. www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" forever treasure them. Nora is survived by daughter, Cindy and son-in- Michael met Bernice at a dance in Buffalo while stationed out there. He law, Randy; daughter-in-law, Glenda and her son, Kevin; daughter-in- was at the dance with Bernice’s brother Arnold, when he got dragged law, Kathy; as well as her grandchildren, Jillian, Lauren (Mike), Erica, up to dance by Bernice. They were married in Empress on November 15, Jenifer, Shannon and Liam; and her great-grandchildren, Dane and 1957 and continued to dance together for over 60 years of marriage. Bennet. The family is so grateful for the loving care Nora received at Riverview Care Facility during the last months of her life. She will be They moved to Cluny with their older children, Sharron and Calvin and welcomed in Heaven by her beloved Jim and son, Stephen. Godspeed then to Bassano where they had the younger three children, Coreen, Mom. A private family service will be held. Condolences may be sent Darcy and Vicki. In 1970, they made their final move to Medicine Hat through www.saamis.com or www.gonebutnotforgotten.ca or to where he became the Assistant Road Master for a few years before [email protected] subject heading Nora Hawthorne. Funeral becoming the Road Master. Michael could only be described as a arrangements are entrusted to character. He was always saying something different and he had a SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION quirky sense of humor that could make most people laugh. He faithfully CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, took Mom dancing with friends every Friday and Saturday to the Moose AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] and then over to Humpty’s afterwards for some more antics. Michael Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. retired at 55 and immediately started playing Slow Pitch in the Senior Men’s league. He pitched in the league for years. He also got involved in the German’s from Russia Society and found long lost relatives in SARA MAY ELSASSER Germany, which he visited twice. He organized a Richter Reunion and November 20, 1937 ~ October 31, 2020 also wrote a book about the Richter Clan to celebrate what would have Mrs. Sara May Elsasser of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Floyd been his Dad’s 100 birthday. Michael took up carpentry and made Gordon Elsasser, passed away peacefully at the Good Samaritan South numerous, beautiful cabinets, stools, pictures frames and so on. Michael Ridge Village in Medicine Hat on Saturday, October 31, 2020, at 82 and Bernice loved to camp. They were always glad when the kids would years of age. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Lynn (Ken) come along too. Michael and Bernice loved to travel. They went all over Klym, Brad (Maureen) Elsasser, Neal (Sheryle) Elsasser; grandchildren, Canada, a large part of the United States, Germany, Hawaii and they Adam (Deanne) Hanewich, Joel Hanewich, Dustin Elsasser, Danielle even cruised the Panama Canal and made it up to the North Pole. He (Sean) Cameron, Darsie (Craig) Smith, Tiffany Endersby, Zachary Elsasser, Emily (Chris) Boehmer as well as four great-grandchildren. She and Bernice moved into River Ridge in 2016 and this was where he is now joined again with her beloved husband, Floyd and will also be spent the last four years of his life. He rarely missed a Bingo game or the meeting her two grandbabies and five great-grandbabies that passed days they had music and he continued to amuse the staff there until he on before her. became sick and passed away on November 4. Rest in peace Dad. We Sara was born on November 20, 1937, in Consort, AB., to Tobias and love you... Michael leaves to cherish his memory his children: Coreen Sybil Larson. She was the sixth of seven children. Sara’s mother passed (James) Sheardown and Vicki Fode; grandchildren, Carmen Worobets away when she was 13 years old and she went to live with an aunt and GERARD NADEAU uncle; Claire and Carma Scott, from Hinton, AB. She took her CNA in (Brent), Dean (Cindy) Richter, Kevin (Pascale) Richter, Brendon Fode, 1941 ~ 2020 Calgary and graduated in 1958 as a Certified Nurses Aid. In 1959, she Christopher Sheardown and Shayla Fode; sister, Rose; daughter-in-law, married Floyd and moved to the Elsasser homestead in Acadia Valley Gerard (Gerry) Raymond Nadeau of Medicine Hat passed away Susan Richter; son-in-law, Don Taylor as well as numerous nieces and peacefully on November 4, 2020 with his family by his side following a where she raised their three children. Sara led a very active life and courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer. Gerry is survived by Elizabeth, nephews. Michael was predeceased by his wife, Bernice; three children, belonged to the Acadia Valley Community Club, PTA and Seniors Club. his loving wife of 52 years. He also leaves to cherish his memory three Sharron, Calvin and Darcy as well as 13 siblings. Due to Covid Floyd and Sara enjoyed many camping trips together, square dancing, children, Marc, Monique and Melissa; six loving grandchildren, Mikaela, restrictions, the Celebration of Michael’s life will be private for family. bowling and especially playing cards. Floyd passed away in 2001 and David, Abby, Laura, Braydon and Robert and sisters, Mariette and Anita. Those wishing to experience the Celebration are encouraged to visit Sara moved to Medicine Hat in 2007, then into the Cypress View Lodge in 2012. She volunteered her time at the Tuck Shop, was president of Gerry was predeceased by his parents Norman, Frances and Belva www.cooksouthland.com and click the video stream button on the the Resident Club and organized card games during the week. Sara Nadeau. Gerry was active in the Medicine Hat community as a business homepage at service time. The Celebration of Life will be held at Cook owner, past President of the Motor Dealers Association of Alberta, past continued to be very active and enjoyed coffee with her friends, going Southland Funeral Chapel on Saturday, November 7, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. President of the Rotary Club of Medicine Hat, the Knights of Columbus, on great bus tours, playing Bocci and playing cards. In the last few Connaught Golf Club and Medicine Hat Andante Band. He will be with Dr. Shane Andrus officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside months leading up to her passing, Sara was residing at the Good remembered by all for his tremendous sense of humor and infectious Cemetery. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting www. Samaritan South Ridge Village. She will be dearly missed by all who laugh, as well as his constant kindness and generosity towards others. cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland knew her, especially her dear friends: Fay, Irene, Lorraine and Lucy. Family and friends will gather for prayers in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 - 13th Street S.W. Sara’s family wish to extend their sincere appreciation to the staff at the Sunday, November 8th at 7:00 p.m.. The funeral mass will be celebrated Cypress View Lodge for the many years of love and care she received Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 www. while she was a resident. They also wish to extend their sincere at Holy Family Parish (1451 Strachan Road S.E.) on Monday, November cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" 9th at 1:00 p.m. with Fr. Greg Coupal, Celebrant. Due to restrictions in appreciation to the Good Sam’s staff which include the RN’s, LPN’s, place regarding COVID-19 from the Chief Medical Officer of Health - Health Care Workers and kitchen staff. They displayed such grace and funeral services are now limited to no more than 100 attendees kindness towards her wellbeing by attending to her every need and including family and funeral home staff. A private family interment will keeping her comfortable during the last few months of her life. follow. If you wish to watch the funeral mass please go to Youtube.com A Graveside Celebration of Sara’s life will be held at a future date in and type in Medicine Hat Holy Family Church. In lieu of flowers, those Acadia Valley with further announcements at that time. (Condolences who wish to remember Gerry with a donation, may do so to the Cancer may be expressed by visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com). Research Society or Carmel Hospice St. Joseph's Home, Medicine Hat. To If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Sara’s name may be made to e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattison the Medicine Hat Pregnancy and Family Support Centre, 321 - 6 funeralhome.com subject heading: Gerry Nadeau, or you may visit www. Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2S6. Honoured to serve the pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence. Funeral are a way of holding family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM Facility, 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone Memories 403-527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 on to the ones we love.

In Loving Memory 4 Saturday, December 12, 2020 — THE MEDICINE HAT NEWS

JOSEPHINE ALDRED HEIDE ROSE DEBORA STURGESS 1933 ~ 2020 SCHNEIDER 1959 ~ 2020 Josephine Edith Aldred of Medicine Hat passed away peacefully with Debora 'Debbie' Sturgess of Medicine Hat passed away on Tuesday, family at her side on Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at the age of 87 1938~ 2020 November 3, 2020 at the age of 61 years, beloved wife of the late Bob years, beloved wife of the late Vernon Aldred. Josephine was born on Heide Rose Schneider of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Ronald Sturgess. She leaves to cherish her memory her mother, Joyce the family farm in Beverly, Saskatchewan. She married Vern in 1954 Schneider, passed away on Thursday, November 5th, 2020 at the age McCullough; her brother Dan (Lisa) Hettrick; two sisters, Bernie (Stuart) and they made their home and raised their family in Medicine Hat. of 82 years. Heide leaves to cherish her memory her children, Don Moore and Michelle Hettrick (Richard McBride) as well as several Josephine worked for many years at the glass factory in Redcliff, then Schneider (Rosemarie Begg), Kevin Schneider, and Pamela Schneider nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her father, Lawrence (Gerry Tessman); grandchildren, Alisha (Cory) , Elizabeth, Madison, at Woolworth, Co-op cafeterias and the meat department at the Co-op Hettrick and her husband, Bob Sturgess on July 1, 2013. A private where she stayed until her retirement. She was a talented artist, Adam, Caleb, and Jared; great-grandchildren, Bentley and Brooklyn; brother-in-law, Ed Schneider; sisters-in-law, Shirley Rieger and graveside gathering will be held at the Hillside Cemetery to honor sewing, quilting, paper tole, cake decorating, and knitting kept her Margaret Brackenbury; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She Debbie with Pastor Scott Raible officiating. To e-mail an expression of busy. She was a devoted mother and grandmother. Josephine found was predeceased by her husband, Ronald; parents, Carl and Hertha sympathy, please direct it to: office@ pattisonfuneralhome.com great joy in spending time with family and was always interested in Horn; brother, Peter Horn; daughter-in-law, Theresa Schneider; subject heading: Debbie Sturgess, or you may visit www. everything that was happening in their lives. She loved her dogs and brothers-in-law, Herb (Chrissy) Snyder, Ken Rieger, Howard pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence. they were her constant companions. She leaves to cherish her Brackenbury, and Mervin (Irene) Snyder; and sister-in-law, Virginia Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND memory her three children, Armand (Shirley) Aldred, Delphine (Jeff) (Paul) Stedel. Heide immigrated from Germany on October 15, 1957 to CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 Anderson and Darcy Aldred; four grandchildren, Stephanie Aldred, work as a Nanny. She was a dedicated and hard worker and thus had Renee (Rocky) Wagner, Jeffery Aldred and Michael Aldred (Shena many jobs over the years including the Medicine Hat Regional DuFloth); six great grandchildren, Courtney, Austin, Katelyn, Alyssa, Hospital, Dom Glass, and H&R Delicatessen. She was entrepreneurial in Chanelle and Sierra; three brother, Richard (Sheila) Ashton, Harry spirit and was employed and owned Flavor Crisp Chicken as well as a house cleaner in later years. In her earlier years she was an avid bowler (Debbie) Ashton and Percy Ashton; five sisters, Rose Gavel, Bessie and she also enjoyed gardening and taking long walks. Heide excelled Nelson, Eileen Collier, Evelyn Nickerson and Jean Sadden as well as in many arts and crafts, including ceramics, painting, knitting, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, crocheting. She was known to many as “the scarf and toque lady”; she Joseph and Kathleen Ashton; her husband, Vern on February 18, 2003 would donate her scarves and toques to the Redcliff library and Town and brother, Joe Ashton. Family and friends who wish to pay their Hall as well as anyone who she might come across that looked like respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Tuesday from they might be cold. She will be deeply missed by all those who knew 1:00 - 1:55 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON and loved her. A celebration of Heide’s life will take place at a later CHAPEL on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. with Life date. Donations in Heide’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Celebrant, David Townsend. Due to restrictions in place regarding Society 201, 770 – 6th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4J6 or to COVID- 19 from the Chief Medical Officer of Health - funeral services the S.P.C.A.., 55 Southview Drive SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8. Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to are now limited to no more than 100 attendees including family and [email protected] subject heading Heide Schneider. funeral home staff. Family and friends are invited to remotely attend SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION the funeral service by going to youtube.com and search for Pattison CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, MACGREGOR S. Funeral Home. The video will go live 10 minutes prior to service time AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] on the Pattison Funeral Home youtube page. Interment will follow in Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. WHITE the Hillside Cemetery. Those wishing to remember Josephine may do so with a donation to the S.P.C.A. - 55 Southwest Drive SW, Medicine January 24, 1975 - Nov 6, 2020 Hat, AB T1A 8E8. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it It is with incredible sadness that we announce the passing of to: office@ pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Josephine MacGregor Shannon White. Mac left this world for the rest and peace Aldred, or you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a of a better place on November 6, 2020, at the age of 45. message of condolence. Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON Mac was a man full of love for his family and he cherished spending FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, time with them. His tight-knit circle of friends also always knew they Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 could count on BigMac. He was thoughtful, generous, kind, and greatly in tune with the needs of those around him. He was so smart and had an amazing wit and sense of humor. Mac found joy in solving every little twist in adventure video games, suspending reality for a time with a good movie or book, getting his heart pumping with punk rock music, building Lego, and appreciating all things weird and beautiful through art, photography, and the written word. He loved animals, especially his beloved cat Pisica. Mac is greatly missed and lovingly held in the hearts of his parents Marge and Jack, brothers Randy (Susanne), Sean (Kimara), and EJ, his LURLAN QUAST sister Trina (José), and by 11 nieces and nephews (Ben, Diedrich, 1954 ~ 2020 Hannah; London, Scotland; Jaden, Ada, Teija; Zeke, Solly, Efra) that he It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lurlan Quast, adored and spoiled with enthusiasm. on Monday, November 2nd, 2020 at the age of 66 years. Lurlan leaves to A private family service to remember and celebrate Mac's life will be cherish her memory her son, Daniel (Tracy) VanKlei; mother, Gladys held at the family's home. Quast; brother, Brock (Sherry) Quast; sister, Marlyn (Sheldon) Frank; and her very precious granddaughters, McKinley and Jade. She also leaves behind her most cherished nieces, nephews and great nieces, several GERHARD GEISSLER aunts, uncles and cousins: and her puppy and constant companion, Cali. 1975 ~ 2020 Lurlan was predeceased by her father, Thomas (Tom) Quast in 2010; and her nephew, Colton Quast in 2020. Lurlan was born in Medicine Hat and Gerhard ‘Gary’ William Geissler of Medicine Hat passed away on began her early life in Schuler, before moving to Lethbridge and later Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at the age of 45 years. He leaves to Chilliwack, BC where she began her career in sales and financing. Lurlan cherish his memory his father, Gerhard Geissler and sister Terry Lynn also enjoyed time living in Sicamous, Armstrong and Harrison Hot (Allen) Stojke. He was predeceased by his mother, Myrna Geissler on Springs. In 2008, Lurlan returned to Medicine Hat to be closer to family. February 13, 1985; his half brother and sister, Gerhard Geissler and Family was very important to her. She enjoyed family gatherings, going Janice O’Connor. Gary loved working with his dad in construction and for drives with her son Dan, listening to her brother Brock sing, coffee in his later years at Superstore. He also enjoyed fishing, coffee and visits and/or numerous daily phone visits with her sister Marlyn, and watching hockey. A private graveside service will be held. Interment quiet visits with her mom, Gladys. Lurlan also enjoyed spending her will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. To e-mail an expression of winters in Country Roads RV Village in Yuma, Arizona, sewing, sympathy, please direct it to: office@ pattisonfuneralhome.com (especially a new stocking every Christmas for her grand daughters), and she had recently began getting so much joy from picking up her subject heading: Gary Geissler, or you may visit www. paint brush again, a passion she shared with her son. Lurlan will be JOSEPH pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence. remembered for her sense of humour, her very quick wit, her crazy Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND infectious laugh, and most of all her fun-loving spirit. Due to Covid, CHALIFOUX CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 there will only be a small service for immediate family at this time. A Joseph Robert Chalifoux passed away in Medicine Hat on Friday, Celebration of Life will be held and announced at a later date. Those November 6, 2020, at the age of 77 years. Joseph will be silently wishing to remember Lurlan may do so through donations to the MH remembered by family and friends. (Condolences may be expressed Kidney Foundation. Condolences may be sent through condolences@ saamis.com subject heading Lurlan Quast. Funeral arrangements are by visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Reception Facility, 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com inquiry@ 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & saamis.com Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. directed"

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EMIL ROLOFF RAYMOND BERNARD RICK DAWSON 1938 ~ 2020 1939 ~ 2020 1958 ~ 2020 Mr. Emil Roloff passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on It is with an extremely heavy heart that Jean announces that her Bruce Frederick ‘Rick’ Dawson passed away suddenly in a motor Thursday, November 5, 2020, at the age of 82 years. He will be lovingly beloved husband, Raymond Edmund Bernard, passed away suddenly vehicle accident near Medicine Hat on Wednesday, November 4, 2020, remembered by his children, Elizabeth ‘Liz’ (Doug) Unrau and Julie (Allen) at his home in Medicine Hat on Sunday, November 1, 2020, at the age at the age of 62 years. Rick will be lovingly remembered by his Helm; grandson, Austin Helm; sisters, Ella Reuer and Hilda Wohlford as well of 81 years. Raymond’s life will be silently remembered by family and daughter, Candice (Dylan); step-children, Pamela, Victoria (Brett) and as numerous nieces and nephews. Emil was predeceased by his friends without the proceedings of a formal service. Memorial Joshua (Nichole); numerous grandchildren; sister, Cheri (Mike) and companion, Anne Haubrech and his parents, John and Bertha Roloff (nee donations in Raymond’s name may be made directly to the Heart & their children, Layne (Sharon), Charmayne and Chantel (Dakota); Haas). Emil was born on May 14, 1938, in Bessarabia. He and his family cousins, Jim (Karen) and Carol (Nigel) as well as his aunt, Betty. Rick endured many hardships during the war including camps in Poland. Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 119 - 14 Street N.W., Calgary, Alberta, Thanks to the sponsorship of his dad’s uncle, they immigrated to Canada T2N 1Z6. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at was predeceased by his wife, Kathy and his parents, Bruce and Doreen. in 1952 and resided in Redcliff. Emil worked in the Redcliff greenhouses for www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is Rick grew up in Buffalo and Empress and after his father passed away, a short time to help support the family. He then started in construction, Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 Rick and his mother, Doreen moved to the farm in Seven Persons. He working for Albert Stober as a labourer, where he continued to work until - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 never considered farming work as it was something he loved to do. getting a job at Dominion Glass in 1964. He married in 1961 and started a www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" Rick loved life on the farm and moving cattle, he even named some of family. Emil then got an opportunity to work at Western Canadian his cows. He also had a love for playing hockey and riding his Fertilizers and would also do side cement jobs on weekends and evenings motocross dirtbike. Rick’s love of traveling with family and friends to after work. He eventually went on to start his own cement business. Emil exotic locations as well as trips to the States to sell Brangus, were worked very hard to provide his family a comfortable life style so they some of his most memorable trips. Rick could fix anything and could do the things they loved: camping, fishing, skiing and playing cards everything as he never liked to throw anything away. The one trait with friends. Later in life, he and his companion Anne made a life together, along with their little dog, Kizzy. They both meant the world to him. When that Rick will be most remembered for was that he was always late! Anne passed away he moved into a senior’s home. Emil was a very hard Due to COVID 19 restrictions, the service will be by invitation only. The worker who had a heart of gold who would give you the shirt off his back. Celebration of Rick’s life will be held at the Seven Persons Community His favourite thing was eating the fresh fruit off the trees in the Okanagan Hall on Wednesday, November 11, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor when they would go on holidays. He will be truly missed by his family and Maury McNeil officiating. Due to internet, connectivity matters, friends. The family would like to thank all of the doctors and nurses on 4 livestreaming/ recording details are not confirmed at this time. Please West for all of their support. A private family service will be held at a later visit Cook Southland’s website for further details. Memorial date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Emil’s name may be made donations in Rick’s name may be made directly to HALO, 12, 49 directly to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Suite 220, 6223 - 2 Street Viscount Avenue S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5G4. (Condolences S.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2E 1J5. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting may be expressed by visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com) our website at www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 - Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 www. WILLIAM VINNISH Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com 1920 ~ 2020 "Locally owned & directed" Mr. William Vinnish passed away in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, November 4, 2020, at the remarkable age of 100 years. Left to mourn Bill’s passing is his son, Lewis (Sandy) Vinnish; grandson, Trevor (Leanne) Vinnish and granddaughters, Tracey MacDonald and Tara (GW) Carlson all from Vancouver and Vancouver Island. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren, Lyberty, MacDonald, Ireland, Mattea and Quinn Carlson as well as Leneia Vinnish; one sister, Ester; two sisters-in-law; several nieces, nephews and their families as well as some very dear friends, Tom, Kim, Christian and Chris. Bill was born in Wakaw, Saskatchewan and raised on the family farm. After Bill married, they also farmed for several years before moving to Medicine Hat where he worked at Dominion Glass for the remainder of his working years. Bill enjoyed his retirement, working in his garden and caring for his apple trees. He also loved music, going to dances and playing his accordion. Going to the Veiner Centre and socializing were TERRANCE SPURGEON a big part of Bill’s life through his later years. He spent the last seven years at the Cypress View Foundation were he was loved and well CARPENTER cared for. Lewie and Sandy would like to thank all their staff as well as 1948 ~ 2020 the Home Care Nurses and Care Aides who took such good care of Bill. Terrance Carpenter passed away suddenly on October 26, 2020 at the God Bless you all. age of 72 years. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Marie Bill’s life will be honoured and his memory cherished without the Carpenter; Children, Andrew (Deborah), John (Naomi), Angela proceedings of a formal funeral service. (Condolences may be (Gregory), James (Rhonalyn); fifteen grandchildren, Rebekkah, Sarah expressed by visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com) (Cole), Joshua (Sonya),Caleb, Grace, Brandon, Justin, Christian, Melody, Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Ashley, Brooke, Courtney, Kaylee, Lily and Ellie; three great Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, IRENE LUTZ grandchildren, Eve, Eli and Lucas; and brother, Miles (Fern) as well as Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com numerous nieces and nephews. Terrance was predeceased by his "Locally owned & directed" 1932 - 2020 parents, Perley and Rheta and brothers, John and Murray Carpenter; Irene Lutz, beloved wife of Ralph Lutz passed away on Saturday, and sister-in-law, Ada. Terry was born in Woodstock, New Brunswick, graduated Southern Carleton High School in Woodstock. He then November 7, 2020 at the age of 88 years. She is the loving mother of went on to Maritime Forest Ranger school in 1971. Terry moved to two children, Carrie Lutz of Vernon, B.C. and Blair Lutz who Abernathy, SK in 1976 and worked for United Grain Growers as a grain Elevate Your Day! predeceased her on August 4, 2012. She also leaves to cherish her buyer, then moved to Langenburg, SK. Where he continued with UGG. memory her grandchildren, Carrie’s children - Justin Burkett and In 1988 Terry received volunteer of the year award for the province of Christopher (Jessica) Burkett; Blair’s children - Kaitlyn (Zachary) Hunt Saskatchewan. Terry was actively involved with the Boy Scouts of Lift (children Declan and Adeline); Raeanne Lutz and their mother Tannis Canada for over 30 years. Some of his accomplishments include the Lutz; two sisters Esther Larson and Lillian Schreiber as well as 16th World Jamboree in 1989 in Australia. Terry’s career spanned from numerous nieces and nephews. She was also predeceased by her elevator manager to District manager with UGG in Peace River, Chairs parents Katherine and Emmanuel Kreil and one brother Otto. Irene Alberta. Terry’s work ethic was like none other. While there he served was born on March 4, 1932 at Manyberries and was raised in that area. as town counselor, started his own grain company and instilled his hardworking values into his four children. Terry will be forever She married Ralph Lutz on June 2, 1951 and they farmed in the Seven 20% Off Persons area close to Red Rock Coulee. She was an active member of remembered for his generosity and giving heart. Memorial gifts Until December 31, 2020 honoring Terry can be made to The Boy Scouts of Canada 1345 the Red Rock Ladies Aid Society until her health prevented her from Baseline Road, Ottawa, On K2C 0A7 or The Salvation Army 164 Stratton participting. The funeral service will be held in Victory Lutheran Way SE Medicine Hat, Alberta T1B 3R3. Condolences may be sent Church (2793 Southview Drive SE) on Friday, November 13, 2020 at through www.saamis.com or to condolences@ saamis.com subject 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Roland Weisbrot officiating. Interment will follow heading Terrance Carpenter. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to in the Hillside Cemetery. Those who wish to remember Irene with a SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION donation, may do so to the charity of your choice. To e-mail an CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, #2 - 46 Carry Drive SE expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@ AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Irene Lutz, or you may visit Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. We Sell 403-527-8110 Cubii's! www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence. www.wellwise.ca Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

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TERRY EMPEY JOHN GRAHAM GLADYS MacKENZIE 1958 ~ 2020 Terry Empey of Medicine Hat, AB passed away on November 7, 2020 at 1946 ~ 2020 November 28, 1940 ~ November 6, 2020 the age of 62 years. Terry leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Helen; John ‘Johnny’ Gibson Graham passed away on Friday, November 6, Gladys MacKenzie passed away on Friday November 6, 2020 at the age parents, Kenneth and Beverly Empey; son, Kurt (Sara) Empey; 2020 at the age of 74 years, best friend and husband of Gwen of 79 years. She was predeceased by her parents Frank and Emma daughter, Ashley (Mark) Sjolie; grandson, Noah Sjolie; brother, Randy Partridge of Medicine Hat. He is survived by his children, Shane, Affie and numerous siblings. She leaves to cherish her memory her Chrystal, and Shelly; his step children, Ryan, Terri Dawn, Tammy, Ricky two children, Angel Reinhardt (Pete Graveline) and Bob MacKenzie (Lori) Empey; brother-in-law, John (Darlene) Lech; mother-in-law, Alma and their families; two sisters, Janet and Peggy; his brother-in-law, Jim (Lee Robins); her grandchildren, Chad, Amber, Ryder, Rochelle, Travis, Lech; and numerous in-laws, friends, nieces and nephews. Terry was (Gwen) and sister-in-law, Yvette. He was predeceased by his parents, Ben and Jake; great grandchildren, Dylan, Jayla, Kylie and Parker and predeceased by one brother, Wayne Empey. Terry was unable to work John and Mary Graham and brother, Bobby. During John’s lifetime, he her bird Gobbles. To the many friends of mom, please take comfort in since 2007 due to declining health but still loved to play board games worked at many jobs; however, his greatest love was time spent her passing. It was very peaceful. We will also remember mom as and checkers with Alma, cards with his parents, especially 31 and “working” the land - farming, ranching, working cattle and his horses. being our support in good times and bad. Her strength is and always spending time with his grandson, Noah. Terry also loved his beloved This was not a job, but a joy. No funeral service will be held. Those who will be cherished. Mom was an avid gardener, knitter, bingo player and cat Lacey. We love you Terry. In honour of Terry’s memory donations wish to remember John with a donation, may do so to the Alzheimer could pull on a slot machine lever. She also enjoyed watching curling Society, Alberta and Northwest Territories #201, 770 6th Street SW and golf. We think she fed the birds, rabbits and deer more than may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Canada, 100, 16812 - 114 Medicine Hat, AB T1A 4J6. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please herself but she loved to watch them. Mom had a big heart, she was a Avenue NW Edmonton, AB T5M 3S2 or Canadian Hemochromatosis direct it to: [email protected] subject heading: Johnny rock. No formal funeral service will be held. In lieu of flowers, those Society, Suite 285 – 7000 Minoru Blvd Richmond, BC Canada V6Y 3Z5. Graham, or you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a who wish to remember Gladys with a donation may do so to A.J.’s Condolences may be sent to [email protected] subject message of condolence. Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON Loan Cupboard (Alan Joys Memorial Fund) Box 45006, McKenzie heading Terry Empey. Funeral arrangements completed by FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Postal Outlet, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 7H3. To e-mail an expression of SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 sympathy, please direct it to: office@ pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Gladys MacKenzie, or you may visit www. CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence. AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

ERNEST (ERNIE) FRANK December 7, 1935 – November 5, 2020 Ernie was born in Golden Prairie, SK at the end of the Great DR. FLORENCE Depression. As the eldest son of immigrant farmers Ernie learned the EVA FINDLAY value of hard work early in life. His parents, George and Julia instilled MELCHIOR in him a great respect for people and our planet. He learned to care for 1921 ~ 2020 the environment through organic farming methods that his parents Eva Findlay of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of the late Telford Findlay, 1956 ~ 2020 embraced decades before most of the world thought about the passed away on Monday, November 9th, 2020 at the age of 99 years. Florence passed away at St. Joseph’s Home - Carmel Hospice in impact of our actions. This love of horticulture remained a vital part of Eva leaves to cherish her memory her children, Colleen (Clarence) Medicine Hat on Tuesday, November 3, 2020, at the age of 64 years. Ernie’s life for nearly 85 years and throughout his life he taught and Haaf, Colette (Murray) Mayer, and Merlin (Pat) Findlay; grandchildren, She is survived by her beloved son, Logan MacDougall; precious inspired young and old to garden and farm in ways that would Matt (Laura) Haaf, Jessica (Clay) Montoya and Kristopher Mayer; great- grandchildren, Kai and Zoe; eleven siblings, Richard, Floyd, Edith, support people and the planet. Ernie’s love and respect for nature grandchildren, Kingston and Grayson Haaf and Nova and Clove Marie, Frank, John, Betty, Michael, Ron, Lorraine and Greg as well as extended to all living creatures. He was often heard saying that there Montoya; brother, Otto Schäfer; sister, Alma Zerr; as well as numerous is nothing more genuine than the love of a dog and this was proven nieces and nephews. Eva was predeceased by her husband, Telford, numerous nieces and nephews. Florence will also be remembered by time and time again as every dog he met would seem to understand parents, Christian and Ludwica Schäfer; four brothers; and two sisters. her nursing colleagues and the former RN students who passed his kind and gentle heart and be immediately drawn to him. A private family graveside will take place on Monday, November 16th, through her classes. She was predeceased by her parents, Margaret In his younger years Ernie was very active in every community he lived 2020 at Hillside Cemetery with Deacon Terry Olson officiating. Mom (nee Benkendorf) and Lawrence Melchior and one sister, Millie in. He played and coached sports, entertained others by playing guitar was very devoted to her family. Her Grandchildren and later Great Watson. The family would like to thank Dr. Cathy Horsman, RN Danette and singing in a band and supported important political initiatives grandchildren brought her special joy. She spent countless hours in and HCA’s Jamie and Debbie from Home Care for many years of care such as universal health care. her garden tending her flowers and raspberries. She was an and to many good neighbours and friends: Betty and Johnnie Dyck, Ernie’s family meant everything to him – his parents, siblings, children exceptional cook and her cabbage rolls and buns were family and grandchildren were the fuel that made life worth living. Ernie favorites. Mom also enjoyed sewing and we all cherish the beautiful Mary Jean Thompson, Susan Sexsmith and Deacon Terry Olson and his loved to live life to its fullest and there was nothing he enjoyed more quilts she made. For the past few years Mom was a resident at wife Theresa. Also, thank you to St. Joseph’s Home for their wonderful than gathering with family and friends to share a good meal, listen to Riverview care center. She was often found roaming the halls in her care and support. A private family service will be held. In lieu of music and tell stories. The stories of his life’s adventures were wheelchair checking on everyone. Mom was well cared for there. She flowers, donations may be made to MHC RN program, the Arthritis legendary among those that were close to him. loved all her "girls" and they loved her back. Mom your bright blue Society, The Canadian Association for the History of Nursing, or to St. Ernie’s greatest gift was his loving and compassionate heart. He would eyes, feisty spirit and beautiful smile will be missed by all. Memorial Patrick’s Parish, Medicine Hat. (Condolences may be expressed by always go out of his way to help anyone that needed it. Whether it was gifts in Eva's memory may be made to Alberta Pound and Rescue visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve helping to design a project, guiding a young person on how to build Centre (APARC), 1002 South Railway Street SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A something or teaching eager new Bridge players. 2W2 or to the S.P.C.A., 55 Southview Drive SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Ernie was predeceased by his parents and younger brother Vernon. T1A 8E8. Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to Reception Facility, 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A Ernie is survived by many family and friends who will miss him dearly. [email protected] subject heading Eva Findlay. Funeral 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & The family is planning a memorial celebration at a later date. arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL directed" To share memories and condolences, visit www.parkfunera.ca CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 “Obituaries-Guestbook”. Arrangements entrusted to Greg Lalach, Park Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www. Funeral Home, 306.244.2103. saamis.com [email protected] Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.

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GLORIA ANN HARRY HOILAND Joseph “Joe” Heidinger EBELHER 1949 ~ 2020 1922 ~ 2020 Harold Joseph Hoiland, beloved husband of Freda, passed away at his Joe Heidinger of Medicine Hat went to be with his Lord and Saviour on 1950 ~ 2020 home in Medicine Hat on Monday, November 9, 2020, at the age of 71 Thursday, November 12, 2020 at the age of 98 years, just 13 days after his Gloria Ann Ebelher was born December 28th, 1950, and she passed years. A memorial service to celebrate Harry’s life will be held at a later beloved Anna. He leaves to cherish his memory, his daughter, Darlene away on November 11th, 2020. She was pre-deceased by her husband date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Harry’s name may be (Don) Adolf, his sons Bruce (Cathie) Heidinger, Glen (Natalie) Heidinger Max who was the love of her life. She is survived by her daughter made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society. (Condolences may be and Randy (Wendy) Heidinger; twelve grandchildren, Donalyn (Brian) Maxine (Pat) Volk; son, Lyle (Tammie) Ebelher; grandchildren, Melissa expressed by visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com) Hotrum, Shelley (Cory) Strobel, Mark (Dana) Adolf, Lisa (Blake) Dykema, (Tyler) Brown, Matthew (Alyssa) Volk, Alicia (Tyler) Johnston, Temara Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Lori (Nathan) Girling, Jamie (Matt) Dawson, Brian (Kristen) Heidinger, Ebelher and Clayton Ebelher; great-grandchildren, Richard Volk and Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Brandon (Sara) Heidinger, Corinna (Logan) Unreiner, Brodie (Cheryl) Mia Brown. Gloria will be fondly remembered for her love of music, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com Heidinger, Sara (Brandon) Hilgendorf and Connor Heidinger; eighteen especially country and old time 50’s rock and roll. During their years, "Locally owned & directed" great grandchildren Kayla (Mac) Myers, Maria Daniels, Melissa Strobel, Gloria and Max enjoyed traveling from coast to coast in Canada and Ben and Eli Adolf, Slater and Sloan Dykema, Reed and Kierra Girling, the United States on many bus trips where they met many great Autym, Zayda, Mikaya and Rhylan Dawson, Georgia and Joseph friends along the way. She enjoyed traveling to Las Vegas, Hawaii and Heidinger, Nixon and Ryker Heidinger, Aria Unreiner; his brothers-in-law, Disneyland. Gloria always looked forward to going out for lunch with Al Kirk, Tony Heck; and sisters-in-law Rose Heidinger, Doreen Heck, Helen her cousins and friends that she met while working at Zellers. She also Aberle; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. enjoyed meeting with friends at the local farmer’s market where she He was predeceased by his wife of 74 years, Anna Heidinger; his parents, was able to listen to the music while visiting. Camping, cooking and Martha and John Heidinger; and his parents-in-law, John and Agatha gardening were also activities that Gloria greatly enjoyed. Her Heck; his three brothers Clarence, Ruben and Edwin; three sisters, Viola grandchildren meant the world to her and she cherished and enjoyed Seitz, Alice Kurpjuweit, Pearl Kirk along with sisters-in-law Mandy Hunt, all the time she was able to spend with them – which was blessed and Clara Heidinger, Ann Heck, Agnes Heck, and brothers-in-law Ed Seitz, Art abundant. Each of her grandchildren have many great memories that Kurpjuweit, Joe, Jack, Phillip, Dan and Frank Heck, Kasper Aberle, and they will remember her by. These memories include: grandson-in-law, Dallas Daniels. Melissa: Joe was born and raised on a farm around Gros Ventre, Alberta. He I remember spending many days with gramma during my childhood. worked at the Dominion Glass Factory in Redcliff for over 40 years. He We went camping in Cypress Hills, and she always had the crunchy was known for lending a hand to family and friends when asked; he orange Cheetos with her. Gramma would always let me eat as much loved making friends wherever he went and always found a way to be junk food as I ever possibly wanted. I also remember making delicious KATRINA McLELLAN distantly related to them. He was handy in repairing appliances, making cherry pie with her one time when she came to visit me. She wrote the jewellery boxes, dog houses, macraméing clothes hangers by the dozens recipe for me in her handwriting, and I will save that recipe forever. I’m May 2, 1926 ~ November 11, 2020 and vacationing, first in a tent, then trailer and later, travelling the world. Katrina was born in Drumheller, AB to Harry and Marie (Ewasiuk) happy my gramma got to see me get married and meet my daughter He especially enjoyed listening to Tiger’s Hockey on his radio and he Kobewka. Marie passed away from pneumonia when Katrina was 2 1/2 Mia. Her favourite color was purple and now purple reminds me of never missed his children’s or grandchildren’s events, sporting or years old. Aunts and Uncles helped look after Katrina and her brother her. I will miss calling and messaging her just for quick chats. otherwise. Steve until Harry remarried. He married Mary (Kachulak) and they had Matthew: The family wish to express thanks to Brandi from Home Care and the a daughter named Laura. The family moved to Coleman in 1942. I remember all the sleepovers that I had with Grandma and Grandpa staff at Wellington Retirement Residence. Katrina moved to Blairmore in 1952 with her first husband Jim Reid Ebelher at the Liebenthal Farm. A private family graveside funeral service will take place at Hillside and their three children. Jim and Max Brown built the Sleepee Teepee Alicia: Cemetery with Pastor Lance Duncalfe Officiating. Those who wish to Motel there and the three of them, along with Max’s wife, operated I remember spending as much time at Grandma and Grandpa remember Joe with a donation, may do so to AJ’s Loan Cupboard, Bay the business until Katrina and family moved to Medicine Hat in 1957. Ebelher’s house as I did at my own house. We would craft and finger 4-602A Clay Ave. SE, Medicine Hat, T1A 3K2 or Hillcrest Memorial Katrina worked in retail over the next 30 years, often as a manager and paint when I was young. When I got older, we would ride horses, Evangelical Church, 3785 13 Ave SW, Medicine Hat, T1B 1J2. To e-mail an also as a clothing model on CHAT TV. She was a fabulous cook (Oh! quads and dirt bikes across the field to Grandma’s house. She always expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome. That flapper pie!). She taught herself to sew beautifully. She was a had her delicious pumpkin cake or rhubarb kuchen waiting for us. I com subject heading: Joseph Heidinger, or you may visit www. whiz at Canasta. Her warm sense of humour and loving personality also remember all the fun that we had when Gramma and I went to pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence. Funeral will be sadly missed. Family was always #1 to her. Katrina was visit Melissa and Tyler in Kelowna. Most recently, I remember seeing so Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM predeceased by her birth mother, Marie; her father, Harry; step- much joy on Grandma’s face when we danced together on my 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 wedding day this past summer. mother, Mary; her first husband, Jim; two sons, Daniel and Arnie Reid; Temara: her second husband, Hugh McLellan. She is survived by her daughter, I remember spending time in the kitchen with grandma making Laurie Reid-Brown; daughter-in-law, Sally (Arnie) Reid; two pickles and kuchen. I also remember dying easter eggs at her place grandchildren, Christine Hauck (Leon), Michael (Jamie) Reid and every year. When it was close to Christmas, we would go to grandma’s Mandy Reid; two great grandchildren, Mila and Sonya; step-sister, house and we would snoop under the Christmas tree trying to guess Laura (Stauffer). In honour of Katrina’s memory donations may be what she got us for Christmas. Every year we would beg to open one made to Core Association 412 – 3rd Street SE Medicine Hat, AB T1A gift early, and every year she would let us open a few. 0H1. Condolences may be sent to [email protected] subject Clayton: heading Katrina McLellan. Funeral arrangements completed by I remember spending time with grandma while we made pickles and SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION stuffed the jars full of cucumbers. I also remember the many one on CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, one visits that I had with grandma, and I remember helping to take AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] care of her when her health started to decline. When I was at Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. grandma’s house, I would help maintain the yard by cutting and watering the grass. Grandma always appreciated having green grass outside her house to look at. JOHN PENNER A graveside service will take place on Tuesday, November 17th, 2020 John J Penner of Medicine Hat, formerly of Rosemary and Brooks, with Major Murray Jaster officiating. Memorial gifts in Gloria's memory this candle burns passed away November 17, 2020 at the age of 97 years. Left to cherish may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 220, 6223 – 2 his memory are his children Layol (Doug) McRae, Cheryl (Ray) Bergen, Street SE, Calgary, AB T2H 1J5.\ or the Canadian Cancer Society, 325 and Glade (Phyllis) Penner; grandchildren (Paige Riegel (Jamie Adams), Manning Road NE, Calgary, AB T2E 2P5. Condolences may be sent Kelsey (John) Anderson, Melanie (Peter) Bosomworth, Andrew (Brett) through www.saamis.com or to [email protected] subject in loving Bergen, Matthew (Amber) Penner, and Cameron (Tiffany Kaminsky) heading Gloria Ebelher. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Penner; and 17 great-grandchildren. SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION Dad was predeceased by his parents and 7 siblings and his beloved CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, wife Hilda in 2017. AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] Dad arrived in Canada from Orenburg, Russia in October of 1926 at the Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. age of 3. The family settled first in Provost and then Rosemary, AB. In 1951 he and Hilda Klassen were married, and together they built a life Memory and raised a family at Rosemary. They moved to Medicine Hat in 1999. Dad believed in a good day’s work and in helping one’s fellow man. He valued peace, love, friendship, and community. Everyone who knew of those who are him considered John a good man. A special thank you to Dad’s caregivers at Meadow Ridge Seniors in our hearts Village and to MHRH staff, particularly ER and 5W staff. forever A virtual celebration of life is planned. Details to be announced.

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HAZEL AGNES CLARA THOMPSON PATRICK ALEXANDER 1934 ~ 2020 GLASHAN CANNON Clara Thompson of Medi cine Hat, passed away on Thursday, 1924 ~ 2020 November 12th, 2020 at the age of 86 years. She leaves behind to February 6, 1948- November 13, 2020 Hazel Agnes Cannon of Medicine Hat, AB passed away on November cherish her memory her children, Larry (Debbie) Darr, Wayne (Denice) Patrick Alexander Glashan, father of David, Andrew, and Elizabeth, and 13th, 2020 at 95 years of age. Hazel was born in Caron, SK on Darr, Bev Mair, Cindy (Art) Martin and their father, Harry Darr; son, husband of Patricia, died suddenly of a cancerous brain tumor. November 26th, 1924, the third child of Ivan and Edna Crosbie. She Mervin (Tami) Thompson; eight grandchildren, 19 great- Patrick had a lifelong devotion to education and was at various times a grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren, sister, Emma Jesske; as teacher, principal, superintendent, and college professor, as well as was predeceased by her husband, Harry; daughter, Joan Cannon; chairman of the Education department at Dickinson State University grandson, Brian Roflik; five of her siblings, Lena, Wilf, Aileen, Doris, and well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by husband, Melvin Thompson; beloved partner, Jack Wyatt; parents, Emil in North Dakota. Valda; as well as numerous in-laws. Hazel is survived by her children, and Nathalie Stock; one grandson, Correy Poole; and son-in-law, Brian His fondest memories were of teaching children, especially at Clearwater Academy in Calgary, and of spending time with his family. David (Diana) Cannon, Glenys (Wes) Richmond, and Linda (John) Mair. Clara was born and raised in the Richmound area. She settled in He touched the lives of many and used kindness as the guiding Roflik; grandchildren, Jordan (Jenaya), Stephen (Adriana), Ian (Maki), Medicine Hat in 1961 and it was here that she raised her family and Sebastian (Jennifer), Dominic (Melanie) and Heather (Josh); great- principle in his life. then retired. She will be deeply missed by all those who knew and Patrick was passionate about sports. He played and coached grandchildren, Mateo, Caden, Olivia, Kendrix, Tohma, Felix, and Lara; loved her. A private family graveside service will take place on throughout his life and was a lifelong enthusiast. Trips were often brother, David Crosbie and sister-in-law, Bernice Crosbie; as well as Thursday, November 19th, 2020. Memorial gifts in Clara's memory planned with baseball and football schedules in hand. numerous nieces and nephews. Hazel grew up on a farm at Caron, SK may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 220, 6223 – 2 Patrick was deeply devoted to his family. Summer vacations were filled and received her teacher training at the Normal School in Moose Jaw, Street SE, Calgary, AB T2H 1J5. Condolences may be sent through with trips across Canada visiting relatives. He was a committed before going on to teach school in Tuxford and Shaunavon. She www.saamis.com or to [email protected] subject heading Catholic and active in parish life where ever he lived. He was also a married Harry Cannon on July 19th, 1947 and they farmed and lived in Clara Thompson. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to pro-life advocate. the Marquis district. In 1964, they moved to Moose Jaw where Hazel SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION Patrick enjoyed reading and gardening. He used the produce of the CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, garden for cooking and making mead and wine. taught school for many years in the separate school system. In 1978 AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] In lieu of flowers consider donations to the Chinook Regional Hospital Harry and Hazel sold their home in Moose Jaw and for the next 15 Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. Foundation (960 - 19 Street South Lethbridge, AB T1J 1W5) in Patrick's years lived in various locations including Buffalo Pound Lake, the name. Heron farm near Marquis and in Vernon, BC, eventually making their A Prayer Service will be held at ST. MARTHA'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 355 final move to Medicine Hat in 1993 to be closer to family. Over several - Columbia Blvd. W., Lethbridge, on Wednesday, November 18th, 2020, years they enjoyed spending their winters golfing and relaxing in the at 7:00 P.M. sunshine of Mesa, AZ. Hazel especially enjoyed bowling, golfing, A Funeral Mass will be held at ST. MARTHA'S CATHOLIC CHURCH on Thursday, November 19th, at 11:00 A.M., with Father William Monis as sewing, gardening, playing cards, and cooking family dinners and was Celebrant. a member of the C.W.L., ladies golf league, bowling league, bridge Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery. club, and new-comers group. The family is so grateful for the loving Due to COVID-19 restrictions, kindly RSVP your attendance to care that Hazel received at the Meadow Ridge Seniors Village during Cornerstone at 403-381-7777 or [email protected]. Seating will the final years of her life. Given the ongoing concerns with Covid-19, a be limited to 40 guests. Facemasks are mandatory and will be modest ceremony will be conducted at the time of interment, limited available upon entry. For those unable to attend, both services will be live-streamed and to immediate family in the Medicine Hat area. Memorial gifts in Hazel's may be accessed via the obituary on the Cornerstone website. memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society, 201, 770 – 6th Street To send a condolence, please visit www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4J6, Medicine Hat & District Food Bank, 532 S Railway St, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2V6, or any Food Bank in your community. Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to [email protected] subject heading Hazel Cannon. Funeral MARION ONHELIGER arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL 1950 ~ 2020 CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Marion Janet Onheliger passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2020 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www. at the age of 70 years, beloved wife of Ken Onheliger of Medicine Hat. saamis.com [email protected] Locally owned and directed CGR She also leaves to cherish her memory two children, Rhonda (David) Holdings Ltd. Hochheimer and Jason (Dixie) Onheliger all of Medicine Hat; five grandchildren, Courtney (Alex), Tanisha, Kade (Ryley), Danika and Chase and a great grandson to arrive in February ; one brother Ron (Sharee) Janke; two sisters, Leona Damsgaard and Sandra Janke as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Adeline and Jack Janke. Moms most cherished possession and her pride and joy were her family. She enjoyed gardening, travelling, concerts and her coffee times at A&W, Dairy Queen and Tim Hortons. Mom will be greatly missed. However, it’s not goodbye it’s until we BONNIE CAMPBELL meet again. Marion loved concert t-shirts; those who are attending are 1961 - 2020 asked to wear their favorite concert t-shirt. A private service, by Bonnie Carla Campbell, beloved wife of Glen Campbell, passed away invitation only, will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Wednesday, in Bow Island on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at the age of 58 Goodbyes November 18, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. (Masks are strongly recommended). years. The family would like to invite you to remotely attend the funeral are not forever service by going to youtube.com and search for Pattison Funeral As a result of the restrictions regarding COVID-19, and the Home. The video will go live 10 minutes prior to service time on the government’s recommendations a private funeral service will be held Goodbyes are not the end, Pattison Funeral Home youtube page. Interment will follow in the at Southland Funeral Chapel, Taber on Saturday, November 28, 2020. Hillside Cemetery. Those who wish to remember Marion with a Condolences may be forwarded by visiting our website at www. They simply mean I'll miss you, donation, may do so to the name Arthritis Society of Alberta or to the southlandfuneral.com. Heart and Stroke Foundation. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Bonnie’s name may be made until we meet please direct it to: [email protected] subject heading: directly to the HALO Rescue, 12 Viscount Avenue SW, Medicine Hat, Marion Onheliger, or you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com Alberta, T1A 5G4 (www.halorescue.ca), Bow Island Fire Department and leave a message of condolence. (please make cheques payable to Town of Bow Island), Box 100, Bow again Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND Island, Alberta T0K 0G0 or the Burdett Fire Association, Box 105, CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 Burdett, Alberta T0K 0J0.

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FRANCES MORLEY MARTHA 1928 ~ 2020 Surrounded by her family`s love, Frances Anne Morley (nee Kusler), WILSON beloved wife of the late Donald Morley (2004) passed away peacefully 1920 ~ 2020 on Sunday, November 15, 2020 at the age of 92 years. Frances was It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of born in Medicine Hat on August 17, 1928, the youngest of six children Martha Helen Wilson (nee Erickson) on Tuesday, November 17, 2020, to Caroline and Henry Kusler. She grew up on the family farm in the in Medicine Hat at the age of 100 years. This is a time of both sadness Graburn area. Frances finished high school at St. Theresa`s Academy in and celebration. It is a time to remember the remarkable woman that CONTACT US Medicine Hat and then attended Garbutt’s Business College. Frances she was - kind, caring and loving. Family was everything to Martha. was employed with PFRA where she met her life long partner. On She is survived by her loving children, Rod (Rhonda), Darryl (Elaine) September 12, 1953 she married Donald Morley and together they Medicine Hat Office and Myra (Gary) Evert; six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; raised their three children on the corner of fifth and division. Their 3257 Dunmore Road SE home was always filled with love, laughter and good food. Frances sister, Ethel Laurence in La Grande, Oregon as well as numerous was a great cook, famous for her pies, buns and kuchen. No one left nieces, nephews and close friends. She was predeceased by Gordon, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 3R2 their home hungry and the door was always open, especially for their her beloved husband of 72 years; parents, John and Anna Erickson; 403.527.1101 children’s friends. After Donald’s passing, Frances moved into the ten siblings; daughter-in-law, Georgina Wilson and grandson-in-law, Wellington, where she met many special friends and created a James Toronchuk. Martha was born on April 22, 1920, at home on the wonderful family there. In her new home she blossomed, becoming a Erickson family farm north of Lancer, SK., and was delivered by her Publisher/Advertising Manager well respected and integral member of the Wellington community. As grandmother who was a mid-wife. Martha pitched softball in her a member of the social committee, Frances worked hard to raise funds younger years then played golf and curled when they lived in Abbey, Kerri Sandford for various projects at the Wellington. The staff at the Wellington SK. She was an excellent cook, baker and made the best buns and treated Frances so well and it was her home for 12 wonderful years. bread ever! Everyone always remarked when they stopped in for Project Co-ordinator When mobility became difficult, Frances moved to Good Samaritans coffee, that she would go to the deep freeze and bring out a plate of where she got to know so many wonderful staff that helped her daily. delicious goodies. Martha had a quick wit about her and an excellent Destinee Mattson They became her family too. During this difficult time they made her memory. She enjoyed playing cribbage and faithfully watched every 403-528-5652 laugh and took such good care of her, for that her family is deeply Blue Jays game. She lived a long and healthy life and Martha’s family [email protected] thankful. Fifth Avenue Memorial United Church and her faith have was so blessed to have had her with them for as long as they did. always been very important to her. The members of Unit #5 were a big Martha’s memory will be remembered with a private family part of her life and many became life long friends. Frances will be celebration at a later date. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting remembered for her wonderful smile, her kind and caring way, and for our website at www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the being a good listener. She never complained and never wanted to be family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception the center of attention, she was always so humble. She leaves to Facility, 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone cherish her memory her three children, Donna (Brian) Schneider, 403-527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" Michael Morley (Norma Hodgson) and Jim (Elisabeth) Morley; her 7 IN LOVING grandchildren, (Lindy (Darrell Archibald) Schneider, Janay (Kyrk) Stenberg, Rylan (Amy) Schneider, Logan Morley, Braden (Leah) Morley, Amanda Morley (Gord), Derek Morley (Val); five great grandchildren; her sister-in-law, Rachel Kusler as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Frances was predeceased by her loving husband, Donald Morley; parents, Caroline and Henry Kusler; four brothers, Eugene Kusler, Art Kusler, George Kusler, and Beny Kusler; sister, Ruth Krausz; daughter-in-law, Val Morley; sister-in- law’s, Doris Williams, Louise Kusler, Marge Kusler and Florence Kusler. Memory The family will be holding a private celebration of life on Saturday, November 21, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, For more information, # 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5. Friends are invited to view the service by live streaming at www.saamis.com. Streaming will or to book your ad space begin at 10:55 a.m. on the day of service. Memorial gifts in Frances’s name may be made to Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation, 666 - 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4H6. Condolences may be please contact one of our sent to [email protected] subject heading Frances Morley. MILES Funeral arrangements by sales representatives: SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION BARKLEY CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, 1952 ~ 2020 AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] With heavy hearts the family of Miles Edgar Barkley of Jenner, Alberta, Destinee Mattson Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. announces his passing at the Bow Island Health Centre on Saturday, 403.528.5652 November 14, 2020, at the age of 68 years. Miles was born in Parry Sound, Ontario on March 17, 1952, a son to proud parents, Harold and [email protected] Edith Barkley. While he was born in Parry Sound, he was raised in the community of Whitestone. Miles married Beverly in Alberta and they Kim Martz began their life together. He lived in the rural countryside in Jenner 403.527.1101 ext 2121 where he farmed and also kept the roads maintained as a grader [email protected] operator. Miles was hard working, honest and always helpful to his fellow man. Miles enjoyed the outdoors where he would go hunting, James MacLaren fishing and ride his ATV and while indoors he would be tuned in to 403.528-5659 watch hockey and football. He maintained balance in his life and between life at home and work, he made time for his community [email protected] through his previous involvement with the Elks Lodge. Miles will be missed by his three children, Edie (Nevin) Karvonen, Stewart Barkley Linda Gove CECILIA PASICIEL and Cameron Barkley; a brother, Paul Barkley; grandchildren, Jesse, 403.528.5660 Braydon and Mackenzie; brother-in-law and sister-in-law as well as his [email protected] 1929 ~ 2020 nieces and nephews. He was pre-deceased by his wife, Beverly; Mrs. Cecilia Pasiciel, beloved wife of Walter, passed away peacefully at parents, Harold and Edith and a brother, Glen Barkley. At this time, Melanie Robinson Age Care Valleyview in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, November 25, Miles will be silently remembered by family and friends until his life is 2020, at the age of 91 years. A private service honouring Cecilia’s life celebrated at a future date. (Condolences may be expressed by 403.528.5655 wll be held. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting www. visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve [email protected] cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 Reception Facility, 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A Jason Rinke - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & 403.504.7116 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" directed" [email protected]

In Loving Memory 10 Saturday, December 12, 2020 — THE MEDICINE HAT NEWS

BERNARD GIRARDIN ESTHER MARGARET WAYNE STEVEN Bernard Anthony Girardin passed away on November 16, 2020. Bernie was born on March 7, 1953 to E. Walter & Genevieve (JACKLE) MARTIN CAMPBELL Girardin in Weyburn, SK. He was predeceased by his father Walter. 1943 ~ 2020 He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Michelle, son Matthew; February 4, 1929 – November 21, 2020 With sadness, we announce the passing of our dear and precious It is with great sadness that our family mourns the loss of Wayne mother Genevieve; mother-in-law Verna; siblings Veronica (Eric), Mom, Grandma, Oma, Auntie, sister, cousin, and friend, Esther Martin. Campbell on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at the age of 76. Wayne Theresa; Mark (Elise); brothers-in-law, Lee (Carol) and Lane (Carol); She was loved, admired and respected by everyone who knew her. leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife of 44 years, Elizabeth; nieces, Michelle, Erin (Cam) and Kelsey (Joel); nephews, Nathan Her family and friends were her life. Although we grieve our loss and daughter, Michelle (Stan) Hansen; son, Michael (Laura) Campbell; (Kristine), Carson (Tracy), and Rylan (Jess), as well as extended feeling an incredible absence from our lives, we are so grateful for the grandchildren, Ethan, Nathan, Linden, Kesler and Leighton; sister, family. Bernie grew up in Weyburn, as a small child, he aspired to many cherished memories we will hold forever because of her. She is Cheryle Heeney of Alliston, ON; brother, Dale (Jane) of Calgary, AB as be either a priest or a hockey player. He did not achieve either survived by her five children, eleven grandchildren and seven great well as numerous nieces and nephews. Wayne was predeceased by goal, but came close as he was a man of faith; and was involved in grandchildren: Brian (Michelle) with Boyd (Natalia) Bennett and Bree, his parents, Robert and Doreen Campbell. He was born and raised in the music ministry. Throughout his life, his passion for sports did and Tara (Jarrett); Margaret (Rodney) Brusky with Priscilla, Roderick Alliston, Ontario. He was involved in sports teams, choir and the Grey not wane. He especially enjoyed coaching Matthew in hockey, golf (Sherrisse) Caleb, Kaitlyn, Alyssa, Brooklyn and Danielle and Ryland; & Simcoe Reserve Militia. He then moved to Alberta in the 1970's, Barry with Stephanie (Brenda), Wade (Sara), Sara (James); Mavis where he met and married Elizabeth in 1976. In 1979 their family and baseball; at these events you could often hear his big Martin; and Bryce (Tracey) with Dallin (Brianna), Jocelyn (Seth) and settled in Medicine Hat. Wayne had a multitude of careers which booming laugh. Upon graduation he obtained his business Reagan (Jana) along with many nieces and nephews, two brothers included the financial industry, co-owner of South Country Datsun, administration diploma; he also furthered his education through Harold (Irene) and Gordon (Anita) and sister-in-law Margaret. partsman and owner/operator of Hawk Coach Lines until his Queen’s University obtaining his MBA. He retired in 2018 from his Esther was predeceased in 2001 by her loving husband and friend of retirement. Wayne was an integral part of creating the MHARA, position as Chief Financial Officer with the Prairie School Division. 49 years, Bruce; her parents Louis and Caroline and her youngest building the first dirt race car track in Medicine Hat. He loved to race His 2nd career involved ‘Key of G’ performing “gigs” with Matthew brother Ed. Esther was born in Weyburn. She attended school at his Datsun in the Mini Class and was president of the club for several & sometimes Mark for seniors. Following surgery in 2013, Bernie Pontoville. She married Bruce on June 5, 1952 in Christ Lutheran years. Wayne was also involved with Redcliff Minor Hockey in encountered many setbacks. He rallied and enjoyed good health Church at Ingebrigt, the same church her parents Louis and Caroline Southern Alberta for many years. Some of Wayne’s simple pleasures again until recently when God called him home to make music in married in 1927. Mom and Dad’s farm was 4 miles east and 6 miles included camping, golf, watching NASCAR and participating and heaven. Above all, family was the most important to Bernie who north of Golden Prairie. They lived in the house his parents built. In watching sports with his kids and grandkids. Wayne will be forever 1967, they moved to the “new” home across the road. Exciting times! missed by his family and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at a was a dedicated husband, father, son, brother and uncle. In 1984, Esther and Bruce moved to Medicine Hat to the home where later date. The family would like to thank Dr. Ahmad and his team at Donations in Bernie’s memory can be made to Church of Our Lady Mom lived until her passing. Wherever they lived, everyone knew of the Renal Clinic for their excellent care and compassion. In lieu of Catholic Church COOL Choir or Saskatchewan Health Authority, Esther’s faith in God, her love of family, commitment to community flowers you may donate to the Kidney Care Clinic of Medicine Hat Mental Health & Addictions CONNECTS Program, Moose Jaw. In and her culinary and horticultural expertise. Her children’s ball teams (#666 5th Street SW). Condolences may be sent to condolences@ living memory of Bernard, a memorial planting will be made by will attest to the hospitality and food she provided at so many Sports saamis.com, subject heading Wayne Campbell. Funeral arrangements Jones - Parkview Funeral Services. Please sign the memorial days over the years! She loved to watch her kids and grandchildren are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL register at website: www.wjjonesandson.com or www. play ball, curl and other activities. Everyone at the Golden Prairie CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 parkviewfuneralchapel.ca (Obituaries). Dayna Chamberlain - Curling Club waited with anticipation for Esther to bring her home- Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www. Funeral Director made soup. She loved to play cards; whist, canasta and gin rummy saamis.com [email protected] Locally owned and directed CGR Trade Name for W.J. Jones & Son Limited & Parkview Funeral amongst her favorites. Her yard was filled with beautiful and aromatic Holdings Ltd. flowers and plants. She felt such joy sharing her garden produce and Chapel Inc delicacies. Esther was very committed to her church in Fox Valley and then Medicine Hat. She loved to contribute to the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League and their many activities! Who will ever forget the beautiful flowers she brought to church on Sunday mornings? The family wish to extend appreciation to her family physician, Dr. Ruzycki, who served her and Bruce for many years. Many thanks to the staff of Home Care who were so supportive, respectful and caring. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Thursday evening from 6:00-8:00 p.m. (Masks are highly recommended). Please note that 10 people maximum at one time will be allowed in the building for viewing. Due to Covid-19, a private graveside service will take place at Hillside Cemetery. Those who wish to remember Esther with a donation, may do so to Carmel Hospice (St. Joseph’s Home) c/o 156 - 3 St. NE, Medicine Hat, T1A 5M1 or to the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League, c/o St. Paul Lutheran Church 515 Sprague Way S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1B 4A7. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@ BRIAN JONES pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Esther Martin, or you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of 1936 ~ 2020 condolence. Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL KEN ONHELIGER Brian Jones of Medicine Hat, husband of the late Mary Ellen Jones, HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat passed away on Saturday, November 21st, 2020 at the age of 84 years. T1A 4C2 1947 ~ 2020 Brian leaves to cherish his memory his children Maureen Jones and Kenneth “Ken” James Onheliger passed away on Monday, November Bruce Jones, grandchildren, Chris (Candace) Jones, Justin (Sarah) 23, 2020 at the age of 73 years, beloved husband of the late Marion Jones and Tony (Gaby) Jones, great-grandchildren, Calico, Indigo, Onheliger who predeceased her husband of 50 years on November Jackson, Sadie, and Kennedy; sister, Jean Dahl; as well as numerous 12, 2020. He leaves to cherish his memory two children, Rhonda nieces and nephews. Brian was predeceased by his wife, Mary Ellen; (David) Hochheimer and Jason (Dixie) Onheliger all of Medicine Hat; parents, Meredith, and Elsie; brother, Gordon; and sisters, Margaret five grandchildren, Courtney (Alex), Tanisha, Kade (Ryley), Danika, Paynter and Dorothy Sulz. Brian was born on June 13th, 1936 in Chase and a great grandson to arrive in February. He was Eatonia, SK. Growing up, he loved to play sports, especially hockey predeceased by his parents Francis and Thomas Onheliger and his and baseball. In 1958, he married Mary Ellen Moran and together sister Beverly Palko (Jerry). He is also survived by his brother-in-law they raised their family. In 1964, they moved to Medicine Hat, AB. Ron (Sharee) Janke; two sisters-in-law Leona Damsgaard and Sandra Brian continued to farm until 1979, when he became an owner/ Janke as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Ken spent his operator for Deluxe Central Taxi. He drove his taxi for the next 25 working career in the oil patch making many friends along the way. years and was well-liked by his co-drivers and customers; he was He enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing and travelling with known for his great sense of humour. He was also an ardent farmer in Marion. He will be dearly missed for his big heart and helping hands. both his home province and Alberta. He valued his community and Love you dad. It’s not goodbye it’s until we meet again. A private was generous with everyone that he knew. Brian loved his family, was service, by invitation only, will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on a wonderful husband and father, and was especially fond of his Monday, November 30, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. (Masks are strongly grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He will be deeply and fondly recommended). The family would like to invite you to remotely missed by all those who knew and loved him. There will be no formal attend the funeral service by going to youtube.com and search for service. Memorial gifts in Brian's memory may be made to the Carmel Pattison Funeral Home. The video will go live 10 minutes prior to Hospice at St. Joseph’s Home, 156 – 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, service time on the Pattison Funeral Home youtube page. A private Alberta, T1A 5M1. Condolences may be sent through www.saamis. interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. Those who wish to com or to [email protected] subject heading Brian Jones. remember Ken with a donation, may do so to the Medicine Hat & Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL District Food Bank and The Santa Claus Fund. To e-mail an expression CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the of sympathy, please direct it to: office@ pattisonfuneralhome.com Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 subject heading: Ken Onheliger, or you may visit www. www.saamis.com [email protected] Locally owned and directed pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence. CGR Holdings Ltd. Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

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CLYDE 'WILLY' HELEN NICOLL HEATHER CARTER There is a new bright star in Heaven WILLIAMSON 1930 ~ 2020 Heather Lynne Carter born Easter Day April 17 Winnipeg, Manitoba Helen Nicoll of Foremost passed away on November 26, 2020 at the 1960, Passed away at home November 10th in Calgary, AB. She was 1940 ~ 2020 age of 90 years, beloved wife of the late Gordon Nicoll. She leaves to energetic from birth and lived life to the fullest with her love of Clyde Ernest ‘Willy’ Williamson passed away at Masterpiece Southland cherish her memory four children, Bruce (Marion) Nicoll of Regina, nature. Meadows in Medicine Hat on Monday, November 23, 2020, at the age Joan (Dirk) Senneker of Lethbridge, Bill Nicoll of Foremost, and Gail She courageously battled advanced Lupus, brittle Diabetes and last of 80 years. Clyde will be lovingly remembered by his beloved wife, (Dan) Knoepfle of Colorado Springs; nine grandchildren; fifteen great year Lymphoma. Heather was greatly loved by many especially her Marlene; two children, Maryann and James; three step-children, Brad, grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was poodle Presley, her mother Lois (+), daughter Kaitlyn, grandson Jaxon, Todd and Darrin as well as numerous grandchildren, great- predeceased by her parents, Justina and Cornelius Martens; her sister Maureen Petroupolos and family. Her energy and laughter were grandchildren, brothers, sisters and their families. Due to the current husband, Gordon Nicoll on May 19, 2003; one granddaughter; and enjoyed by her many friends including her Aunt Anne and family in Covid-19 restrictions, Clyde’s memory will be honoured with a twelve brothers and sisters. A private family graveside service will take Manitoba. Heather was a blessing to many, especially her Dad and Jean. celebration in the spring. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting place on Tuesday, December 1, 2020 in Foremost cemetery. Those who our website at www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the A family service with be held at St. Margaret’s Eagle Butte when the wish to remember Helen Nicoll with a donation, may do so to the grass is green. family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Pleasant View Lodge, (Bag 6700 Bow Island, AB T0K 0G0). To e-mail an Tributes in Heather's memory may be sent to the SPCA and/or St. Facility, 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@ Margaret’s church c/o– 404-1616 Saamis Dr NW Medicine Hat, AB T1C 403-527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Helen Nicoll, or you may 4X2. visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence. Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

ROBERT (ROCK) BROCK WIEBE STEPHEN KILROE 1989 - 2020 The family of Brock Armand Joseph Wiebe are heartbroken to August 30, 1926 – Vancouver, British Columbia FLORENCE announce his passing at the age of 31 years. He leaves to cherish his November 20, 2020 – Calgary, Alberta memory his parents Sharna and Trevor Wiebe; his sister Shaylena STEIERT Wiebe and her children Carson and Noah; his brother Tyler Wiebe; Our hearts are breaking but are peaceful at the same time. Rock Florence Rosie Steiert passed away peacefully on Thursday, November grandparents, Jeanine Wiebe and Armand Denis as well as numerous Kilroe passed away on Friday, November 20, 2020 at the age of 94 12, 2020 at the Agape Hospice in Calgary, Alberta at the age of 93 aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his grandfather years, to join his wife Ida. Rock passed with his son Tom at his side. years. Florence was born in Kayville, Saskatchewan to John and Annie Johnny Wiebe and grandmother Karen Denis; uncles, Ken Denis and Robert Stephen Kilroe, Rock to most, was born August 30, 1926, in Rosko on June 4, 1927. The family moved to Taber, Alberta when Kevin Wiebe. The funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL Vancouver, BC. When he was very young the family moved to Calgary, Florence was 10 years old where she completed school. Florence on Monday, November 16, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David AB, where he grew up, married and raised his family. In 1942, Rock worked for Alberta Government Telephones (AGT) in Brooks and Townsend. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: joined the Navy and served on various ships during WWII. An ankle Okotoks where she met her husband, Aloysius. They were married in [email protected] subject heading: Brock Wiebe, or he broke on board a ship, meant he was unable to play with the 1952, moved to Burmis, Alberta for one year and then to Empress you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of Cleveland Barons, a farm team, for the Chicago Black Hawks, the end where they settled to raise their family. Flo worked for the Empress condolence. Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL of his NHL career. Rock went on to play Sr. Men’s hockey for the High Municipal Hospital for two and a half years as an admissions clerk and HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 River Flyers. In 1950, they won the right to represent Canada in the then for AGT as a telephone agent for a number of years where she Winter Olympics, although a team from Edmonton was sent. Rock left in 1964 to raise her family. Flo enjoyed gardening, especially her was an avid athlete playing football, and rugby; he won Provincial flower garden as well as being an excellent baker. Many people loved medals in handball and played semi-pro baseball. As he got older he the sweet treats created in Flo’s kitchen. Flo is most proud of her 25 became an avid curler. Rock joined the Calgary Fire Dept. in April of years of service in the Catholic Women’s League where she served the 1952, retiring in August of 1986, at the rank of District Chief. He was Catholic Church in various ministries. Over the years after Sunday very proud that both his sons became Calgary Firefighters and when masses, the Steiert dinner table was a common stop for the parish I thought of a grandson became part of the Medicine Hat Fire Dept. Windermere priests where Flo had gone all out with her delicious brunches. During Lake was the summer home for many years, later becoming the full the most recent years, Flo has been a member of the St. Peter’s time home, with winters being spent in Arizona. While in Arizona, Catholic parish in Calgary, AB and had been an active participant in Rock took up silversmithing, lapidary work and found his passion in their weekly communion services at her retirement facility in Arbour you today lathe work. Lake. Florence remained very independent enjoying life at the Atria Rock is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Sandie and Doug Retirement Center where she enjoyed numerous activities including I thought of you with love today Dalton; and their children, Kristine (Tom Cermak Lachlan), Johanna many card games, tile rummy, and bingo with her fellow residents and but that is nothing new. (Jon Octeau), and Bryan; two sons and daughter-in-law, Bob and visiting at meals with her closest friends. She is survived by her son, I thought about you yesterday Debbie Kilroe; and their children, Brittany (Graham Gilbert), Cassidy Damian Steiert (Yvette) of Calgary, Alberta and her daughter, Leesa and Robbie; and Tom Kilroe. He is also survived by his three sisters, Belus (David) of Buffalo, WY, USA. Florence also leaves to treasure her and days before that too. Eileen Mather, Vivian Prior and Erma (Jack Burrell); and numerous memory five grandchildren Liam, Emme, Deri, Megan Welles (Ian), and nieces and nephews. Rock was predeceased by his wife of sixty-seven Adam and one great granddaughter Demi Welles as well as countless I think of you in silence years Ida (Pete) Kilroe, two sisters, Marguerite (Mel) Dippel, and June nieces and nephews. Florence was pre-deceased in 2011 by her I often speak your name, Tomayer; brother Jack Kilroe, sister-in-law Cleo Kilroe, brothers-in-law, beloved husband, Aloysius John Steiert, her three brothers, Steve, Jim Prior, Mel Dippel and Bob Mather; and nephew Brett Kilroe. Sam, Kostan, sister Mary and Grandson, Mathew Belus. Our hearts are all I have are memories Due to COVID-19, a Private Family Service will be held on Thursday, breaking at this difficult time of isolation with the sudden loss of our and your picture in a frame. December 03, 2020. A recording of the service will be available the Mother and know she is smiling down at us from heaven and is at following day on Rock’s obituary page. A Celebration of Rock and peace and not lonely or in pain any longer. Funeral services and Your memory is my keepsake, Ida’s lives will be held at a later date when the world returns to interment will be planned at a later date in 2021. Donations can be normal. Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and made in her name to the C.W.L. in Holy Name Parish in Medicine Hat, with which I’ll never part. viewed on Rock’s obituary at www.McInnisandHolloway.com. Alberta. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family, via God has you in His keeping, In living memory of Rock Kilroe, a tree will be planted in the Ann & the website: www.fostersgardenchapel.ca Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL FOSTER'S GARDEN CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM I have you in my heart. HOMES, Fish Creek, 14441 Bannister Road SE, Calgary, AB T2X 3J3, Telephone: 403-297-0888 Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial Telephone: 403-256-9575.

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