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KAREN FOSTER MONA LIMACHER LEONARD NELSEN 1946 ~ 2020 1933 ~ 2020 1928 ~ 2020 Karen Anne Foster passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2020 at Ramona “Mona” Elaine Limacher of Medicine Hat passed away on Leonard Eugene Nelsen of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the the age of 74 years, beloved wife of Roy Olson of Medicine Hat, Sunday, November 29, 2020 at the age of 87 years, beloved wife of the late Florence Nelsen, passed away on Monday, November 30th, 2020 enjoying 34 years together. She also leaves to cherish her memory her late Albert “Al” Limacher (March 8, 2000). She leaves to cherish her at the age of 92 years. Leonard leaves to cherish his memory his children Debbie Daji and Jeff Foster; Roy’s children Pam (Allan) memory one daughter, Gail (Pat) Lawrence of Medicine Hat; her daughters, Doris Barnes, Elaine (Doug) Turner, and Renee (Maurice) LaFrance of and Todd (Rhonda) Olson of Medicine Hat; nine grandsons Ashley Grisonich, Michael Grisonich and their father Pat; Trottier; nine grandchildren; and eleven great-grandchildren. He was grandchildren and her stepfather Bob Steele of Medicine Hat. She was one sister Arlene Sklar. She was predeceased by her parents Florence predeceased by his wife, Florence; son, Eugene, in infancy; and son- predeceased by her mother Bernice Steele. Karen was a proud and Arthur Grindle; by her brother Arnold “Arnie” and sister Marie. No in-law, Hank Barnes. Due to current Covid-19 restrictions limiting member and founder of the “Ladies Club” at the Medicine Hat Legion funeral service will be held. Please refer to the Pattison Funeral Home since the mid 90's. She enjoyed many years of friendship and fishing funeral attendance to 10 people, a private family Funeral Service will website in the coming days for an expanded history of Mona. Those be held at Peace United Church, 28 Pacific Avenue IRVINE, AB T0J with Roy at Golden Sheaf Park “Rattlesnake” where she knew everyone. who wish to remember Mona with a donation may do so to the 1V0, on Thursday, December 3rd, 2020 with Gary W. Goran By request, no formal funeral service will be held. To e-mail an Medicine Hat and District Food Bank, 532 South Railway Street SE, officiating. Private interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Family expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@ Medicine Hat, T1A 2V6. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please and friends are invited to view the service via live streaming at www. pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Karen Foster, or you may direct it to: office@ pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Mona saamis.com through the webcast link shown on Leonard Nelsen’s visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of Limacher, or you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a condolence. message of condolence. obituary page. Streaming will begin at 12:55 p.m. Memorial gifts in Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND Leonard 's memory may be made to Medicine Hat & District Health CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 Foundation, 666 - 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, T1A 4H6. Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to [email protected] subject heading Leonard Nelsen. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine EDMOND "ED" Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis. LACHAPELLE com Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.

Edmond “Ed” Albert walked through the door. In 1968, their youngest son, Richard Lachapelle passed “Ricky,” completed the family. Ed and Joyce purchased their first away peacefully in home on 12th Street NE in the early 70s—there they’ve lived for his home with the last 50 years. family by his side in Never a man to sit on his hands, at 60 years old, he went into Medicine Hat on the business with his son Jerry and started a second career with morning of Friday, November 27, 2020, at the age of 85 years Plowline Contracting. Working alongside one another for many young. years, they operated D9 bulldozers to plow plastic and steel To his friends and family, Ed was a rock. More than that, he was pipe in the ground all over Alberta and Saskatchewan. All his a boulder—a larger than life figure whose presence was always vehicles were always spotless and shined and he was felt. Quick to lend a hand with genuine enthusiasm, Ed always particularly proud of his baby—a 2006 Kenworth tractor-trailer. put other people first, and you always knew what to expect Ed and Joyce found joy in being grandparents (and later great- from him. He was a soft-spoken man, but you listened when he grandparents) to their five grandchildren. They were active and spoke. Many were touched by Ed’s curiosity, affection, engaged, always showing up, spoiling their grandchildren with dedication, and his calming, gentle way. His loss is felt deeply by the latest toys, and loving them unconditionally. the many who love him. In 2002, Ed and Joyce purchased their dream motorhome, a 38- RONALD JAMES CYR Ed was born October 1, 1935, to Madeleine and Lucien foot slice of heaven, and burgundy to boot! They spent the next 1931 ~ 2020 Lachapelle in Milden, Saskatchewan. A hard-working farm boy, decade driving coast to coast. Up to Alaska where they did in Ronald James “Ron” Cyr of Medicine Hat, beloved husband of the late he grew up with a large Roman Catholic family. Immensely fact meet Santa Claus. With their family out of the house, Ed and Jennie Cyr, passed away on Monday, November 30th, 2020 at the strong from an early age, he was responsible for regular chores Joyce’s companions during this time were their furry friends age of 89 years. Ronald leaves to cherish his memory his daughters; on the family’s pig farm. At boarding school he earned his keep Brandy and Bailey. Ed’s evening ritual was practicing tricks with Donna Dueck of , AB, and Holly Cyr (Ken) Morrison of by cleaning the classrooms before and after school. Speaking them. When pressed about retiring, Ed would say, “to me, , AB; and grandchildren, Koby, Kira, Rachael, and Quinn. French at home, Ed was bi-lingual and was soon put in charge retirement means getting new tires.” So, he kept on working up of teaching his peers. until 2019, where his last job at age 84, was running a grader on Ronald was predeceased by his wife, Jennie; parents, John and Emilie In 1950, Ed and his older brother Hector came home to find a pipeline in Lamont, Alberta. Cyr; and daughter, Terry Van Der Kaaden. Ron was born in Brooks, AB, their house on fire. Alone, they saved what they could including For the last year of Ed’s life, he battled lung cancer. He slowed July 22nd, 1931, where he grew up and attended school. Following the cast iron stove. Later, it took four men to move the stove. down a bit but was always up for playing dice around the high school, he began working as a power linesman for Calgary After the fire Ed and Hector quit school to help their dad, Lucien kitchen table. He got a few motorhome trips in this summer. He Power and then for Sask Power. In 1959, he started his own business build a house for their family. They bought a farmhouse down hosted friends and family from near and far and impressed in Medicine Hat that provided well servicing and hot shot services. the road and spent the summer dismantling it nail by nail. They them with his new app-operated smoker. They had a birthday He also trained as an instrument technician and was able to utilize moved the house bit-by-bit with a 3-ton truck and built the bash to celebrate his 85th with friends and family. And he and his skills to work in compressor stations. Ron retired from full time family home—better than before. Joyce quietly, and joyfully, celebrated their 60th wedding business in 1996, but continued to drive bus from Medicine Hat to In 1960, while at home for a family gathering, Ed met Joyce anniversary this past February. the Suffield base for some time. During his leisure time, Ron enjoyed Helgeson. The Lachapelle’s were (and still are) known for having Ed leaves to cherish and mourn his wife Joyce Mary Lachapelle travelling throughout , the , and Asia. He was barn-busters with music supplied by the family musicians. Ed (née Helgeson). His daughters Brenda (Paul) Beauregard and had his leg in a cast and was put on bartender duty when he Beverly Lachapelle. His son Jerry Lachapelle (Eva Fedoruk) and especially fond of the time he was able to vacation in Japan, China spotted Joyce from across the room. They danced the night his children Safira Lachapelle (Kris Samraj), Alyssa Lachapelle and the Philippines. At home, Ron was an avid RC aircraft enthusiast. away, and needless to say, the next day he showed up at the (Dan Dickie) and their son Benjamin Lachapelle, and their He particularly enjoyed planning and constructing his own model hospital where Joyce worked to have his cast re-set. mother Roxana Lachapelle as well as Eva’s son Jason (Jenn) aircrafts as well as flying them. Ron was proud of his family and They were married on February 27, 1960. Their daughters Fedoruk and their children Arabella and Allan Fedoruk. His son enjoyed spending time with them and he will be deeply missed. A Brenda and Beverly were born that summer, followed by their Richard (Angie) Lachapelle and their children Branden private family Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL son, Jerry in 1961. Ed worked as a truck driver throughout Lachapelle, Kaitlyn Lachapelle and her son Asher Lachapelle. FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5, on Saskatchewan. In 1962, Ed was part of a 12-man crew testing a He is survived by his brother Armand (Margaret) Lachapelle, Thursday, December 3rd, 2020 at 10:00 am with Gary W. Goran gas line in Edson, Alberta when it exploded. It remains one of Robert “Bobby” Sensarnie and sisters Louise Lachapelle, Mae officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Family and the worst pipeline explosions in Canadian history, eight men (Amie) Lalonde, Rita Niedermaier, Sherry Rohoman, and Terry friends are invited to view the service by live streaming at www. were killed, and four survived. Ed was hospitalized and unable Lachapelle. He also leaves his sister-in-laws Rose Lachapelle, saamis.com through the webcast link shown on Ronald Cyr’s to work for months. His siblings pitched in to help and his Sophie Lachapelle, and Elvera Lachapelle as well as numerous younger brother, Arthur, came to live with Joyce and the three nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father Lucien obituary page. Streaming will begin at 9:55 a.m. Condolences may young children. Lachapelle, mother Madeleine Lachapelle, brothers Hector be sent through www.saamis.com or to [email protected] In 1966, the family moved to Medicine Hat where Ed worked for Lachapelle, Raymond Lachapelle, Arthur Lachapelle, sisters subject heading Ronald Cyr. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to South Eastern Pipeline. They settled in the Riverside trailer Lucille and Laurent “L.W.” Mireau, Yvonne and John Durbin, Alice SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION courts while their children attended St. Patrick's School. They and Danny Strelaski, his brother-in-law James Niedermaier, his CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine made fast friends with their neighbours including the brother Clarence “Buddy” Wilfong, and grandson Richard Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis. Hashiguchi and Plante families. Ed was an excellent host, always Lachapelle. com Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. ready to offer a cold beer and his tasty BBQ ribs to anyone who A memorial service will be held when the grass is green.

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Sue Albano JEAN HUNTER Suzette Albano Nee Beauregard. April 8th 1949-October 27th 2020. 1935 ~ 2020 With heavy hearts, we would like to announce the passing of our GORDON PAULSON Jean Mavis Hunter of Medicine Hat passed away on Saturday, mother Suzette Albano on October 29th, 2020 in Medicine Hat 1938 ~ 2020 November 28th, 2020 at the age of 95 years. She leaves behind to Alberta. Born in Welland Ontario on April 8th, 1949 She was It is with a broken heart that Gerry announces the passing of her cherish her memory her children, Adrian (Sharon) Hunter, Wendy predeceased by her Parents Mother Arthemise 1985 and FatherRosaire beloved husband, Gordon Maurice Paulson, after lengthy heart issues. (Doug) Ferguson and Amanda Hunter; 11 grandchildren and 1981. Also by brother Raymond-2019 and sister Grace-2010 He passed away at St. Joseph’s Home - Carmel Hospice in Medicine numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great Left to mourn are her 4 boys John, Jerry, Duffy, and Peter Her 5 loving Hat on Sunday, November 29, 2020, at the age of 82 years. Along with grandchildren. Jean was predeceased by her loving husband, Frank Grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild. Her Sister Rosie, Brothers Gerry, he will be remembered by his sons, James and Gord; James’ son, and her son, Francis. Jean was born in Turnbridge Wells, Kent, England Robert, Mike John, and gaston and families all of Ontario. Lucas as well as Gordon’s sister, Myrna Frey and her family. Gordon was on September 14th, 1925 to George and Marie Woodgate. She was Her words were kind and loving to us all, "be kind, be patient, and love a man of great pride in which was reflected in his perfect lawn that raised and educated in Turnbridge along with her brother, Alan, and one another". was meticulously cut and his ‘53 Chev custom he spent the last 30 sister, Marie. Jean attended the local dances as a young girl, and it was A special thank you to her niece Nickolle Ellis for her selfless act of years refurbishing... it was Gordon’s true pride and joy. Due to COVID- there that she met a young man named Frank who offered to walk her kindness, patience, and help in her aunt Suzie's last month. 19, a private celebration honouring Gordon’s life will be held. home. She was concerned that he would not find his way back, but he A service will be held early in the new year. Memorial donations in Gordon’s name may be made directly to SPCA, did. He was soon to become the love of her life and they were married. 55 Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 8E8 or to HALO, 12 - In 1945, while Frank was away in the army, Jean was offered a ticket 49 Viscount Avenue S.W., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 5G4. (Condolences for herself and her young son to move to Canada, provided she left may be expressed by visiting www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to within 24 hours and without Frank. Jean took the ticket and settled in serve the family is Brandon, Manitoba where Frank later joined them following his Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 honourable discharge from the army. Two continents conquered! Jean - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 worked as a hairdresser, as well as at the local hospital in the children’s www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" ward while still maintaining her home and raising her family. She also worked in the shoe department of the Eaton’s department store, which seemed appropriate considering her love of shoes. As busy as she found herself to be, Jean was able to find the time to lend her voice to the area’s Philharmonic choir and also indulge her love of sewing, which she shared with her daughters. In 1980, Jean and Frank moved to Medicine Hat to be closer to their children and grandchildren. Jean was especially fond of spending time with her grandchildren and maintained a close and trusting relationship with them, quickly becoming a trusted confidante. She will be deeply and GARTH FERGUSON sadly missed by all those who knew and loved her. Due to current January 31, 1968 ~ November 30, 2020 Covid-19 restrictions limiting funeral attendance to 10 people, a Mr. Garth Neil Ferguson, beloved husband and soulmate of Pam, private family Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL passed away at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary on Monday, FUNERAL CHAPEL, #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB, on Friday, November 30, 2020, at the age of 52 years. Along with Pam, Garth will December 4th, 2020. Private interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. be lovingly remembered by his son, Dustin (Kendra) and their Family and friends are invited to view the service via live streaming at children, Dax, Ty and Jordyn; daughter, Tanya (Kyle) Biko and their www.saamis.com through the webcast link shown on Jean Hunter’s daughter, Kaydance; parents, Don and Audrey Ferguson; sister, Laurie obituary page. Streaming will begin at 12:55 p.m. Memorial gifts in (Rod) Phillips; brother, Mark (Lisa) Ferguson; sister-in-law, Monica (and Jean’s memory may be made to Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, his brother from another mother, Mark); numerous nieces and Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation, 666 - 5th Street SW, nephews; aunt and uncles, Bibi (Keith) Laurie, Clarence Seefried and Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4H6. Condolences may be sent through Bill Ferguson as well as his empty-nest babies, Kaycee and Carl. Garth JAMES PUDWELL www.saamis.com or to [email protected] subject heading was predeceased by his grandmother, Dorothy Ferguson; mother-in- March 15, 1931 ~ December 2, 2020 Jean Hunter. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to law, Esther as well as his brothers-in-law, Harry, Elroy and Ray (Pork). With heavy hearts, the family of Mr. James (Jim) Pudwell, beloved SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION Garth was a master craftsman taking his work very seriously, caring husband of late Rose Pudwell, announce his passing at Masterpiece CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, and looking out for his co-workers. His job was paramount as a Southlands in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, December 2, 2020. Jim AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] protector for his family whom he loved unconditionally. Garth was a was born in Medicine Hat and raised on the family farm at Hilda, the Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. very devoted husband and had an undying love for Pam; she would youngest of a large family. When he was 10 years old his family moved not have grown to be the person she is without him. Garth was the to Medicine Hat. On May 12, 1951. Jim married Rose Immel and they strength of his family being a good judge of character and honourable began their family. Jim and Rose lived in Calgary, as well as in Oregon, man who had a sentimental heart. He was a great leader and loved to before moving back to Medicine Hat, where he established a share his knowledge while mentoring others. His ‘firm, but fair’ successful plumbing and heating company. Jim was a devoted father attitude will be forever remembered. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the and provider to his seven children and enjoyed camping with many of them, even building a cabin and a pontoon on Lake Newell. Jim was Funeral Service will be by invitation only. The service will be live- very proud to have helped establish Golden Sheaf Park at Rattlesnake, streamed on Monday, December 7, 2020, beginning at 2:00 p.m. where they enjoyed 30 years of camping on their lot beside their long- (MST). To experience the service, please visit www.cooksouthland.com time friends, Frank and Rose Lanz. Jim and Rose belonged to many and click the View Broadcast Button on the homepage. Memorial clubs and enjoyed dancing every chance they got. After retiring Jim donations in Garth’s name may be made directly to SPCA, 55 enjoyed playing pool at the Veiner Centre. Jim and Rose were Southwest Drive S.W., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 8E8 or to APARC, 1002 fortunate to travel to many destinations around the world. He spent South Railway Street, Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 2W2. (Condolences may his last few years at Masterpiece Southlands where he enjoyed joking be expressed by visiting www.cooksouthland.com). Honoured to with the many staff members. Jim’s memory will be lovingly treasured serve the family is in the hearts of his children, Alexis (Don) Anderson, Adrienne (Randy) Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 Fischer, Prudence (Ken) Chambers, Orr (Donna) Pudwell, Clyde (Mata) - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 Pudwell, Gaye (Garth) Russill, Deye (Len) Dirk; grandchildren, Jeffrey, BRIAN SMAIL www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" Kyle, Stuart, Alissa, James, Joel, Jenny-Rose, Nicole, Kelli, Alex, Abby 1942 ~ 2020 and Braydon. He was predeceased by his wife, Rose; son-in-law, Kelly Brian Wallace Smail passed away on December 1, 2020 at the age of 78 Benson; parents, Frederick and Annie Pudwell; siblings, John, Jack, years, beloved husband of Hanna Smail of Medicine Hat. He also Jean, Alec, Asher, Isadore, Elsie, and Evelyn. A private family leaves to cherish his memory his son, Chris (Lorrie); two grandchildren, celebration of Jim’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, Kori (Cam) Ryks and Shelden Smail; three great grandchildren, Sadie, 901 - 13 Street S.W., on Tuesday December 8, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. with grandson, Kyle Jacober officiating. Due to Covid-19 gathering Jaxon and Asher; his sister, Linda (Owen) Anderson as well as restrictions, the Funeral Service will be live-streamed on Tuesday, numerous brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. He was December 8, 2020, beginning at 11:00 a.m. (MST). To experience the predeceased by his parents, Gordon and Mary Smail and son Mark on service, please visit our website at www.cooksouthland.com and click April 5, 1985. A private family service will take place in the spring. the View Broadcast button on the homepage. Private interment will Those who wish to remember Brian with a donation, may do so to the follow at Hillside Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Margery E. Yuill Cancer Clinic (make cheques payable to the Medicine Jim’s name can be made directly to Alzheimer Society, #201, 770 - 6 Hat and District Health Foundation) 666 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta. T1A 4J6 (Condolences may be Alberta T1A 4H6 - please specify department. To e-mail an expression expressed by visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com) of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattison funeralhome.com Honoured to serve the family is subject heading: Brian Smail, or you may visit www. Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 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 4 Saturday, January 9, 2021 — THE MEDICINE HAT NEWS

THERESA HAUBRICH KEITH COCKERILL FRANK TARNOCZI April 12, 1920 - December 2, 2020 July 20, 1939 ~ December 3, 2020 1931 ~ 2020 Theresa ‘Tessie’ Haubrich (nee Keck) of Medicine Hat, beloved wife of Keith Campbell Cockerill born on July 20, 1939, beloved husband of 60 Mr. Frank Tarnoczi passed on to his eternal home with his beloved the late Lawrence Haubrich, passed away peacefully at South Country years and soul mate of Vina Frances Cockerill (nee Crudden) passed wife, Katie holding his hand, at St. Joseph’s Home - Carmel Hospice in Village in Medicine Hat on Wednesday, December 2, 2020, having away suddenly at his home on Thursday, December 3, 2020, at the age Medicine Hat on Saturday, December 5, 2020, at the age of 89 years. reached her 100th birthday on April 12th of this year. Theresa’s of 81 years. Frank dedicated his life to serving the community and his Catholic memory will be cherished by her children, Deanna Guidry, Garret (Liz), Along with his wife, Vina, Keith will be fondly remembered by his three faith working in various capacities within the church. At an early age Bob, Murray (Emily), Randy (Delee), Warren (Geri), Karen (Jean) surviving children, Kerry, Bonnie (David), Shawn (Nola) and he will be he had a calling to serve as a priest and following 16 years of ministry, Marchand and Kathy (Ed) Crandell. She will also be missed by 21 reunited with his youngest son, Shane; four grandchildren, Darnell, he left the priesthood and married Katherine Pederson. Frank held grandchildren, 37 great- grandchildren and 13 great-great- Miranda, Gage and Brody; five great-grandchildren, Hunter, Mikayla, various positions including working as an accountant at Crane grandchildren. Along with Lawrence, Theresa was predeceased by her Dryden, Ivy and Dexia; brother-in-law, Garry Crudden as well as his MacAvity Foundry, director of United Way, introduced Habitat for parents, Agnes and Andrew Keck; sons-in-law, Ray Guidry and Ron nephew, Dustin. Keith was predeceased by his parents, Charles and Humanity in Medicine Hat, was an election officer for Elections Canada Crandell; grandson, Lucas Crandell; sisters, Mary (John) Fink, Barbara Nora Cockerill; youngest son, Shane; seven brothers and two sisters. and worked at the casino. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving (Frank) Goetz, Lena (Bill) Keller as well as her brother, Nick (Pauline) Keith held many jobs in his busy life, from working underground in the and caring wife, Katherine; six step-children, Dwain (Terry) Pederson, Keck. Tessie was born and raised on the Keck homestead at St. northern community of Lynn Lake, working as a mechanic and welder, Russell (Penny) Pederson, Melvin Pederson, Norma Pederson, Anita (Dennis) Sedor, and Mark (Sunde) Pederson; step-grandchildren and Elisabeth near Gravelbourg, SK. She married Lawrence on April 2, 1940 and building homes to being a surface foreman in the gold mine in step-great-grandchildren. Due to Covid-19, the Memorial Service will and they raised their family in Hodgeville, SK., retiring to Assiniboia in the northern community of Puffy Lake, Manitoba. Keith also owned be celebrated privately by the immediate family. (Condolences may be 1988. As an active lifetime member of the Catholic Women’s League his own welding business, “K.C.’s Welding”. Many of the jobs were in expressed by visiting www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve and The Order of Royal Purple, she contributed to her community the north where both Keith and Vina loved living and raising their the family is selflessly. Theresa was also a sports enthusiast. She was an avid curler children. He was very particular in all of the things that he did, Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 and supporter of local hockey and baseball teams. She has resided in particularly in his crafts, which kept him busy in his retirement years. - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 Medicine Hat since 2009. The family would like to extend a special Keith’s favourite craft was a “Cross in my Pocket” which he lovingly www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" thank you to the staff at Sunnyside Nursing Home in Medicine Hat for made and distributed freely at St. Patrick’s Roman . He the exceptional care they provided to their mother, grandmother, received many orders from families, who wanted to give them as gifts great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother over the past six to their family members. years. Due to the current Covid-19 restrictions, Theresa will be Keith loved to whittle and following in his father, Charles’ “Blue” honoured through a celebration of her life in the spring with footsteps, he whittled a wooden three foot chain, in which the links interment in Assiniboia, SK. (Condolences may be expressed by were unbroken. At the end of each chain there was a birdcage which visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com) Those wishing to had four corner posts and a small ball inside that was free rolling. He remember Theresa may do so through a donation to the Alzheimer made one for each of his four children which to date they fondly Society of Alberta, #201, 770 - 6 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, AB., T1A 4J6. treasure. Keith won first prize with this chain at the Medicine Hat Honoured to serve the family is Stampede along with prizes for his entries in wood burning, Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 particularly the one on a stock of a black powder rifle which he put - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 together from a kit. www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" Wooden Chain His Christian values were above reproach and he was very active in St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church, was a member of the Knights of Columbus, an usher during Mass and held memberships in other clubs within the Church. CAROL ANN KROMREY

OUR FAMILY CHAIN (McCALLUM) We knew little that morning, that God was going to call your name, December 1, 1947 - November 12, 2020 In life we loved you dearly, in death we’ll do the same, Heaven opened its gates and welcomed our mom, Carol Ann Kromrey It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone, (McCallum), on November 12, 2020. Carol passed away from For part of us went with you, the day God called you home. complications from cancer, in Brooks, AB. As everyone knows, Carol You leave us peaceful memories, your love will be our guide, was fiesty, stubborn, independent but also so warm and generous. And though we cannot see you, you are always at our side. Carol will forever be remembered by her son, Todd (Angie), and her Our family chain has broken, and nothing seems the same, daughter, Rhonda (Jeremy) and by her grandchildren, Miki, Rain, Sky, But as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again. Keegan, Kooper. A good friend of mom's shared this quote with us "For every tear that fills our eyes, a thousand sunbeams wait to shine, SILVIO TALARICO The private family Funeral Service will be celebrated at Cook for every storm that rolls our way, a rainbow lingers." Mom had shared Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., on Tuesday, December it with her when she needed support and comfort. Mom, we love you, 1923 ~ 2020 8, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. with Deacon Terry Olson officiating. Due to Covid- and miss you...be at peace. For further information, to order flowers or Silvio Talarico passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on 19 gathering restrictions, the Funeral Service will be live-streamed on to send a message of sympathy, please visit www.thomsfuneralhome. Wednesday, November 25, 2020, at the age of 97 years. Silvio was Tuesday, December 8, 2020, beginning at 2:00 p.m. (MST). To com or call (403) 501-1010. born in Bellevue, Alberta and was educated while enjoying an experience the service, please visit our website at www. adventurous childhood in the Crowsnest Pass. In 1949, he obtained his cooksouthland.com and click the View Broadcast Button on the First-Class Projectionist License. He moved to Medicine Hat where he homepage. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at worked between the Roxy and Monarch Theatres. In July of 1954, he www.cooksouthland.com). Honoured to serve the family is married the love of his life, Sheila (nee Anderson) and they shared the Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 next 63 years together. He worked briefly at Dominion Glass and in - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 1964, joined Cablevision while continuing to work at the Monarch www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" until its closure under Famous Players in 1983. In 1988, he received his forty-year pin from Local 302. Silvio was a member of the Medicine Hat Rifle and Revolver Club where he won numerous awards for his marksmanship. He enjoyed spending time at his “little house in the mountains” with family and friends, fishing, watching movies and was an incredibly talented fly tier and artist. He was chief babysitter of the grandchildren and loved every minute. Silvio leaves to cherish his memory his son’s, Joe Talarico, and Don (Lisa) Talarico; daughter, Patty (Ron) Roth; grandchildren, Sasha (Alex) Teierle, Ashley (Dan) Talarico- Livingstone, Melissa (John) Serbu, Kelsie (Cole) Kirchner, great- LUC RIENDEAU grandchildren: Sofia, Emily, Brayden, Asher, Austin and Bennett; Goodbyes 1971 ~ 2020 brother, Emilio (Martha) Carol and Rob; sister-in-law, Joan Standish as are not forever Luc Riendeau, beloved husband of Dannielle and loving father to Lola, well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his Lily, Dax and Lia, passed away at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital wife, Sheila; parents, Giuseppe and Giusepinna Talarico and brothers, Goodbyes are not the end, on Thursday, December 3, 2020, at the age of 49 years. Luc’s memory Johnny and Frank. A private family service will take place at a later will be silently remembered by family and friends without the date in the Crowsnest Pass. (Condolences may be expressed by They simply mean I'll miss you, proceedings of a formal funeral service. (Condolences may be visiting www.cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Silvio’s expressed by visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com) name may be made to the charity of one’s choice. until we meet Honoured to serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" again www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed"

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ROBERT SCHOCK R. HARVEY SEITZ PHYLLIS STOUT Robert “Bob” Schock long-time resident of Medicine Hat, AB passed away at St. Joseph Hospital, Gravelbourg, SK on December 2, 2020, at 1930 ~ 2020 1920 ~ 2020 Phyllis Marion Stout of Medicine Hat, passed away on Sunday, the age of 82 years. He is survived by his wife Connie (nee Kohl) Raymond Harvey Seitz of Medicine Hat, Alta. passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 6, 2020 at the age of 90 years, with his beloved December 6, 2020 at the age of 100 years, beloved wife of the late Schock; son Robert Schock (Bridget Lambert), grandchildren Charleah, wife and daughter by his side. Harvey will be lovingly remembered by Sidney Stout. She leaves to cherish her memory six children, Stan Briella, Huxley and Brinley. A family funeral service will be held at a his wife Lorna Seitz (Gehring); son, Corwin (Janice) Seitz; daughter, (Konita), Ron, Bob (Diane), Laurie (Chuck) Norlie, Dale (Claude) and later date. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Piche Hawkins Grondin Marcella (Timothy) Cundy; daughter-in-law, Theresa Seitz; his Wade (Janice); eleven grandchildren, Stephen, Dean, Margaret, Don, Funeral Chapels, Gravelbourg, Saskatchewan. grandchildren, JC (Jessie) Seitz, Karissa (Beau) Noble, Brittany (Shayne) Tina, Jordan, Heather, Bryce, Brandon, Aaron and Scott and their Cockerill, Carmen Cundy; and great-grandchildren, Sloane, Christian, families as well as one sister Ida Wark. Phyllis was predeceased by her Nash, Bauer, and Carlee. He will also be remembered by his brother, husband Sidney in July of 2007, her parents Marion and James Dell; Laverne (Yvonne) Seitz; and sisters, Grace (Wayne) Buss and Ruth two brothers, Ronald and Oliver and four sisters, Nancy, Flora, Edna, (Roger) Heidinger. Harvey was predeceased by his sister, Doreen Mavis and daughter-in-law, Anita. (Ruben) Kurpjuweit; his son, Loren Seitz; and his granddaughter, Phyllis and Sid lived in a lot of small towns due to Sid’s job, these Jessica Seitz. Born on August 22, 1930 to Christian and Hannah Seitz, included Alsask, Saskatoon, Scapa, Bircham, , , Big Harvey was raised in Little Plume, AB, just southeast of Medicine Hat. Valley and . Phyllis made friends easily due to her kind Harvey spent most of his life ranching at the Seitz family homestead nature and these friendships remained throughout her life. Phyllis and he held a special bond with his son Corwin whom he passed along the skills of harvesting and working the land. When Harvey loved to crochet and donated hundreds of baby hats and blankets to wasn’t ranching, he could be found casting a line at Michel Reservoir the local hospital. The family have many crochet tablecloths, dollies with his companion, best friend, and fishing partner, Lorna. Harvey and snowflakes which are even more special now. Phyllis loved and Lorna were married on August 17, 1957 and they shared 63 years walking, puzzles and especially time spent with her children, together, filled with many laughs and fond memories. Harvey was also grandchildren and great-grandchildren. We will all miss her. Our family a beloved member of the Little Plume community and was a long- would like to thank South Country Village. We could not have put time congregant of Little Plume Church. Many in the community will Phyllis in more loving hands or hearts. A private family graveside will remember Harvey for his sense of humour and tender-hearted nature. take place on a future date. EVELYN STALL Most of all, Harvey had a great love for his Lord and Saviour Jesus Those who wish to remember Phyllis with a donation, may do so to Christ - Harvey was a spiritual example to all that knew him. Due to the Salvation Army. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct 1919 ~ 2020 current Covid-19 restrictions, a private family graveside service will be it to: office@ pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Phyllis Stout, With great sadness, we announce that Evelyn Stall, 101, of Medicine held at Little Plume Cemetery on Thursday, December 10th, 2020. or you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message Hat Alberta has passed away on Dec 6, 2020. Evelyn was born as, Eva Memorial gifts in Harvey’s memory can be made to Whispering Pines of condolence. Schwartz on Jan 15, 1919 to parents, Ben and Rose (Beckerman) Camp, Box 23110 Medicine Hat Mall PO, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 4C7, or Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND Schwartz, who arrived from to start a new life together alternatively an online donation can be made at https://www. CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 homesteading in Spring Valley SK. Ben had arrived young and whisperingpines camp.ca/donate/. Condolences may be sent through penniless from Russia in 1912 with nothing but hope in Canada. The www.saamis.com or to [email protected] subject heading family moved in 1921 to Moose Jaw SK, where Ben set up a scrap Harvey Seitz. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to metal business, an essential service in Moose Jaw during WW2. During SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION the difficult Depression he supported his family by shoveling coal at CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, 25¢/hr. Evelyn was joined in the family by sister Lillian and brothers, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] Maurice and Sam. Her interests at an early age were piano, vocal, and Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. volunteering, and their family home at 606 Athabasca St West became an active hub of activity. Evelyn always had remained very active in the Moose Jaw Jewish community, in Hadassah and many fundraising activities. There she married Joel Stall in 1938, was blessed with three sons, and strongly continued her efforts in many support organizations. She worked as a realtor, becoming president of the Real Estate Association, and starting a new fabric business. She stayed active in civic and provincial politics, never hesitating to tell fellow Moose Jaw native Premier Ross Thatcher what was on her mind (or tell anyone else). Evelyn retired to Medicine Hat in 1981, where her parents, brother and his family resided and had operated the Frontier JAMES LAWSON Motel 1956 - 1971. She always remained active in many volunteer organizations, and especially was involved in the hospital and transit MCKINLEY commission. She received numerous awards and accolades for her efforts, with the highlight being a wonderful 100th birthday 1936 ~ 2020 celebration held in May 2019 at the Lodge, kindly organized by Ken James Lawson McKinley, beloved husband and soulmate of Gladys, Sauer, Colleen Wilson and Mike Hertz. There she stated her objective passed away on Saturday, November 28, 2020 at the age of 84 years. was to reach one-hundred-and a half, which as always she surpassed. Lawson was born on January 3, 1936 in Medicine Hat, AB to Aubrey She was instrumental in fundraising for the Medicine Hat Volunteer Gordon and Juanita (McWilliams). Their family was complete when Center opened in 2000. In 2002 she was a recipient of the Stars of their daughter/sister was born in 1939. Lawson is survived by his wife, Alberta Volunteer Award. In 2006, at age 87 she received a Civic Gladys; children, Travis (Shelley), Shawn, Wade (Nancy) and Natalie; Recognition Award from Medicine Hat after giving 25,000 volunteer grandchildren, Shay (Amanda), Dane (Stefanie), Brittney, Dakota, hours. All who worked with her knew that she had incredible drive Raynee and Cayden; great-grandchildren, Adelynn, Torren and Olivia; and determination, organizing volunteer luncheons and fundraising sister, Joanne; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law and events well into her 90’s. Evelyn was predeceased by her husband, Joel brothers-in-law. Lawson was predeceased by his parents, Jack and (1962); mother, Rose (1985); father, Ben (1987); brother, Maurice Juanita; mother-in-law, Katie Miller; father-in-law, Peter Miller; (2003); and sister, Lillian (2020). She is remembered always by her brothers-in-law, Frank, Louie and Pete. During his youth, the family three sons, Lionel of Calgary, Morley of Whistler BC, Alan (Carol) of moved several times, finally settling in Medicine Hat. Lawson married Naperville IL; brother, Sam of Naples FL; sister-in-law, Sally of Calgary Gladys Miller on July 5, 1958. They raised four children while working as well as six grandchildren, Jeffrey, Jennifer, Timothy, Michael, Sarah and tending a farm in the Whitla area. Upon acquiring Mae’s Trucking, and Thomas; ten great grand-children, Natalie, Nathan, Olivia, Blake, they moved to Medicine Hat. The McKinley’s enjoyed an active social Charlotte, Alison, David, Benjamin, Amalie and Claire; many wonderful life being members of the Moose and Eagles. Lawson was also very nieces, nephews, cousins and other extended family in Canada and creative with wood working. They enjoyed bowling, darts, golf and the USA and many friends in Moose Jaw and Medicine Hat. Services are private. The family thanks and greatly appreciates the help and traveling. Even if the travels were only to the lot at the lake where support provided to Mother by the Wellington and River Ridge many family gatherings were held. Lawson enjoyed fishing or just Senior’s homes, and her wonderful friend and caregiver Verdene relaxing with a drink and conversation with friends and family. There Denton, who was a great comfort during these last difficult days. If was always pride and a twinkle in Papa Lawson’s blue eyes while anyone would like to make a donation in memory of Evelyn, please watching his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Many give to the Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation: https://www. heartfelt thanks to all the Doctors, Nurses, friends and family, ourhealthfoundation.ca/, Medicine Hat & District Health Foundation including nieces and nephews for their assistance and best wishes. 666 - 5th Street SW Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4H6. Condolences may Condolences may be sent to [email protected] subject be sent to [email protected] subject heading Evelyn Stall. heading Lawson McKinley. Funeral arrangements by Funeral arrangements by SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION #2 - 46 CARRY DRIVE SE CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, 403-527-8110 AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] MONDAY TO FRIDAY 9AM - 5PM • SATURDAY 10AM - 3PM Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. WWW.WELLWISE.CA

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ROSE WANDLER Garry Charles Diane Judy Simmons 1929 ~ 2020 1949 ~ 2020 Rose Wandler of Medicine Hat passed away on Tuesday, December 8, Schmidt Diane Judy Simmons passed away December 9th, 2020. Diane was 2020 at the age of 91 years, beloved wife of the late Walter Wandler. 1947 ~ 2020 predeceased by her parents Frank and Hazel Simmons and will be She leaves to cherish her memory her family: Frances (Graham) Garry Charles Schmidt passed away on December 8, 2020 at the age of lovingly remembered by her sisters, Darlene (Arnie) Macauley and Horton, Diane Wandler, Linda Wandler and Robert Turnbull; eleven 73 years. He is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Lynne Dianne Debbie (Randy) Zaiser; brother, Rod (Wanda) Simmons; along with six grandchildren, Alan (Teresa) Wandler, Sean Wandler, Denise Wandler, Schmidt of Medicine Hat and his son, Darren (Amanda) Schmidt. Garry nieces and nephews. Diane was injured at birth and needed constant Quentin (Dela) Wandler, Amanda Wandler, Kyle Wandler, Karen was predeceased by his parents Julius and Lara as well as one sister, care. Mom and Dad spent their entire lives supporting Diane and making Peterson, Jackie Wandler, Ryan Turnbull, Ian turnbull and Daniel Georgina. sure she was well cared for. As a teenager, Diane lived in the Michner Horton; eight great grandchildren and three great great Garry was born on September 2, 1947 in Calgary. Being taller and Centre in Red Deer. Several times a year our family would pick up Diane grandchildren; one brother John (Cecilia) Sellinger as well as larger than most of his peers, he was selected to play goalie for his and drive to Sylvan Lake. Diane Loved to walk in the water, be pushed on numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband local West Hillhurst junior hockey squad. His size also suited him well the swing, and eat ice cream. Diane also lived in a group Walter on November 12, 1988; her parents, Magdalena and Meinrod home for 20 years. The caregivers would take her to their homes for for playing football as an offensive and defensive lineman for the Selinger; family members: Arthur (Edna) Wandler, Richard Wandler, getaways. The last years of her life were spent in the Alfred Egan home in Calgary Colts. He also relished working as door security for a Calgary and Linda Turnbull; grandson Jason Wandler, five brothers and three where she was given exceptional care. We would like to dance hall in the late 1960's. His athletic feats earned him a few sisters. A private family funeral mass will be celebrated in St. Patrick’s express a very special thank you to the caregivers who made her life as Roman Catholic Church on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. trophies, lifelong friends, and a shiny set of new dentures. enjoyable as possible; taking her swimming, on park outings, to summer with Fr. Francis Tran celebrant. Family and friends are invited to After high school, Garry graduated from the Institute camps, and on community outings. Diane’s caregivers knew her remotely attend the funeral service by going to the Pattison Funeral of Technology and worked in retail management for the next 24 years. mischievous smile and would hold her hand until she decided she didn’t Home facebook page. Live streaming will begin at service time. He met his wife, Lynne, in the late 1970's and they married in 1980. want to. They were family to her, and we are grateful. No funeral service Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. Those who wish to Garry’s work took them to several cities: Calgary, Edmonton, Regina, will be held. Memorial gift’s in Diane’s memory may be made to the Bow remember Rose with a donation, may do so to St. Joseph’s Home, 156 Burnaby, and ultimately Medicine Hat in 1991. Island Health Centre for the Alfred Egan Home, 938 Centre Street, Bow 3rd Street N.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 5M1. To e-mail an expression Garry and Lynne opened the first Arby’s restaurant in Medicine Hat in Island, T0K 0G0. Condolences may be sent to [email protected] of sympathy, please direct it to: [email protected] 1993 and a second location in the Medicine Hat Mall in 1995. He met subject heading Diane Simmons. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to subject heading: Rose Wandler, or you may visit www. many wonderful friends during his Arby’s days and, to some, he SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence. affectionately became simply known as “Bac-N-Cheddar”. Garry and CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND Lynne sold the business in 2008. T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] Locally CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 Garry was a dedicated volunteer and gave generously to many owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. charities. His sense of civic duty led him to run for Medicine Hat City Council in 1998 and 2001. He came up short both times, but over the years he continued to help campaign for other local candidates. In his later years, Garry took up post- retirement work as a transport driver at Hallcon Transport. He shuttled railway employees around southern Alberta and loved sharing stories with the many people he drove with. Garry was very proud of his son, Darren. They shared the same birthday on September 2. He was a loving and supportive parent and he would brag about Darren to anyone who would listen. A special thank you to Dr. W. Ruzycki, Dr. P. Best, and the medical team at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. Due to COVID-19, an in-person funeral service will be arranged at a later date. In lieu of flowers, those who wish to remember Garry with a donation, may be made to the Kidney Foundation 6007 1a St SW, Calgary, AB T2H 0G5, or the Heart and Stroke Foundation 100-119 14 EVA ROSS Street NW, Calgary, Alberta T2N 1Z6. To e-mail an expression of ALWIN FRANZ 1932 ~ 2020 sympathy, please direct it to: office@ pattisonfuneralhome.com October 20, 1927 ~ December 11, 2020 With heavy hearts, the family of Eva Elizabeth Ross, beloved wife of subject heading: Garry Schmidt, or you may visit www. Alwin Franz, beloved husband of 67 years to Marianne Franz, passed the late Lloyd Ross, passed away peacefully Sunday, December 6, pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence. away on Friday, December 11, 2020. He was the loving father of three 2020. Eva was born in Alsask, SK hospital on October 14, 1932, the Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND children: Monica (Gerald) Wittevrongel, Walter (Deceased) and Helga youngest of seven children. When Mom was young she was very CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 (Lorne) Morisseau. He will be lovingly remembered by seven involved in the girls’ choir, softball and curling. After graduation she grandchildren, five great-grandchildren as well as three sisters, Wilma worked in the bank. She married Lloyd on November 14, 1953 and Kopp, Elvira Krenz and Gertrude Johansen as well as numerous nieces continued with softball and curling until they started their family, and nephews in Germany. Alwin was born in Pomasan, Bessarabia in which then became her priority. Later they moved to the Little Plume 1927. During WWll, he was taken as a captive by Russian forces and kept area south of Dunmore, and then to Buffalo where they enjoyed many in captivity for five years before returning to his family on Christmas Day years with friends and neighbors, playing cards, guitar and impromptu in 1949. Alwin immigrated to Canada from Germany in 1952, working as sing alongs, until retiring to Medicine Hat. They continued to go “out a plasterer. He started farming in 1954 and truly loved his farm and home” to help with the work and to look after grandchildren. Eva is working the land. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the service will be by survived by her five children, Dale (Deb) Ross, Dean Ross, Marty (Lori) CONTACT US invitation only. The celebration of Alwin’s life will be held at Cook Ross, Kelly (Bonnie) Ross, and Lana Stadnicki; and her eleven Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. She is also survived by Thursday, December 17, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. with Life Celebrant Gerry Getz one sister, Luella Eby; three sisters-in-law, Tillie Styles, Leona Styles, Medicine Hat Office officiating. The Funeral Service will be live-streamed on Thursday, and Kay Benn; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. There will be 3257 Dunmore Road SE , Medicine Hat, AB December 17, 2020, starting at 2:00 p.m. (MST). To experience the no funeral service at this time. Memorial gifts in Eva’s name may be 403.527.1101 service, please visit our website at www.cooksouthland.com and click made to S.P.C.A. 55 Southview Drive SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A the View Broadcast button on the homepage at service time. Interment 8E8. Condolences may be sent to [email protected] subject Project Co-ordinator will follow at Prairie View Cemetery. (Condolences may be expressed by heading Eva Ross. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Destinee Mattson visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION 403-528-5652 family is CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 - AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] [email protected] 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed"

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BLANCHE BROWN Blanche Emily Brown, at age 74, of Burstall SK, has passed away 11 GORDON BARRY GWEN EVA December 2020 with her family by her side. She was born to parents, 1939 ~ 2020 Eldon and Emaleta (Toots) Brown, 23 November 1946 and was raised in Mr. W. Gordon Barry passed away at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary (NÉE CHAPPELL) Medicine Hat, Alberta and attended Medicine Hat High School. She on Sunday, December 13, 2020, at the age of 81 years. He will be married the late Wayne Davidson on 6 February 1965. Blanche is missed and lovingly remembered by his children, Darcy, Aaron and SCHIEMAN survived by her four children: Darren (Marlene) Davidson, Stacey Viki; their mother, Dawna; daughter-in-law, Wynter; grandson, Trent as April 29, 1931 ~ December 5, 2020 Davidson, Corey (Lisa) Davidson, Scott (Linda) Davidson. She is also well as his brother, Morley. He was predeceased by his son, Lee and his It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Gwen who died survived by 12 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Blanche was a sister, Lorna. Gordon was born on the family homestead in Empress peacefully on Saturday, December 5, 2020 in Calgary, at the age of 89. very strong and independent woman who always found the means to and grew up in Little Smokey where he loved the cattle and the way of Beloved wife of the late Bill Schieman, she will be dearly missed by her provide for her 4 boys. Although times were sometimes tough, she the land where he could hunt and fish at his leisure. He was also a daughters, Carol Anderson (Jeffrey), Arlene Buchan (Jamie), and son always made time to take her boys camping, cross country skiing, fishing certified blacksmith, machinist and welder by trade. In his later years, Doug. Gwen was much loved by her grandchildren, Bill (Shaina), Ryan, and numerous sports. She had many talents and jobs, including Gordon was a member of the Lapidary Club as he loved rocks and Rachel (Taylor), Tyler, Ashley (Alex), and Taylor; and her great-grandson volunteer firefighter, Special Needs Teaching Assistant, and even the going for coffee with his friends. Gordon’s love of storytelling will be Ezra. Mayor of Irvine AB for a short time. In the past few years, even though Gwen was born and raised in Oxbow, Saskatchewan, with her four she was challenged with crippling arthritis, she was always busy sewing, missed! Barry will be laid to rest beside his son in the Empress siblings, Don (Donna), Lenna (Don), Mac (Jeanette), and Blair (Betty). baking and renovating her house with her sassy cat underfoot! Cemetery at a later date. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting Donations in Blanche's memory may be made to The Arthritis Society or our website at www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the Here she began her career in the bank. Gwen was active in the to the S.P.C.A. family is community and with her love of sports. She played baseball, curled Warren's Funeral Home were entrusted with the arrangements. For Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 and was a dedicated Roughrider fan. Gwen enjoyed playing further information call 306-773-8831 or 1-800-267-6606 or visit our - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 saxophone in a dance band and was involved musically in the church. website at www.warrensfuneralhome.com and express your sympathy www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" She was married in 1954, and moved to Edmonton to support Bill’s on the family tribute wall. University endeavours. In 1962 the family moved to Regina where Gwen discovered her three favourite lifelong activities – curling, golf and playing bridge. She ran a busy household, and volunteered in the schools, church and community. Gwen also loved spending family time with the Schieman and Chappell clans whenever possible. Gwen moved to Medicine Hat in 1967. She was involved with her ALEX GUTFRIEND children in many activities, especially sports and music, which inspired 1935 ~ 2020 their lifelong passions. Gwen was an extraordinarily dedicated volunteer. She served as a CGIT leader, was active in UCW, Meals on Wheels, VON, the Kiwanis Swim Club and wherever else her skills were Alexander Edmund Environmental Protection Services in Edmonton, as the Director of needed. Gutfriend, passed Planning Finance and Administration. In April 1983, he transferred to Gwen’s journey continued with a move to Calgary in 2005 where she away December 10, the Department of Indian and Northern Affairs in , BC as was able to participate in her grandchildren’s football games, hockey 2020 at the Medicine Chief of Contracts and Administration. In 1990, he retired. He gave games, wrestling tournaments, figure skating, gymnastics, soccer, Hat Regional Hospital the government 37 years of service. During the summer of 1990, we dance and music lessons. She was either sewing costumes or cheering at the age of 85 years. explored the BC region and bought a rundown RV park in Pritchard, with gusto in the stands! Having a “sweet tooth” Gwen was always Alex was born April 17, 1935 on the family homestead in Josephstal, B.C. We worked very hard to restore it and enjoyed that very different baking and sharing with others. She maintained her passion for Saskatchewan, just outside of Leader. In 1940, they moved to a farm lifestyle for five years. In 1994, we decided to retire again, so we sold curling, golf and bridge into her 80s. Gwen loved to travel with friends southeast of Liebenthal, Saskatchewan where he started school. In the RV park and moved to Medicine Hat. We supervised the building and family, creating many cherished memories. 1947, the family moved to Medicine Hat where he continued his of our house and in 1995 decided to go back to work again. We The family will hold a private interment service at a later date. education at St. Louis school and Theresa's Academy followed by a bought an RV Sales and Service business and ran it for three years Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and viewed on business course at Garbutt Business College. He began his working before retiring again. Over the years, he participated in a variety of Gwen’s obituary at www.McInnisandHolloway.com. career in 1954 with the Deptartment of Agriculture Farm activities, and was a member of many community and service The family would like to sincerely thank the staff of Carewest Sarcee Rehabilitation Administration (PFRA) at Vauxhall, Alberta. Alex is organizations. He has bowled and curled (almost represented Alberta for their compassion. A special thank you to Dr. Wong who went survived by his loving wife, Edith his three children, daughters Bonnie in the Brier in the early 60’s) and was an avid golfer for many years. We above and beyond all expectations to help facilitate our goodbyes. Foster and her family, Ashley (John) Ramsay and Gwendaelyn, Jordan owned a 32 foot cabin cruiser when we lived in the Maritimes and In living memory of Gwen Schieman, a tree will be planted in the Ann (Shantelle) Foster and Isaac, Jarrett (Chelsie) Foster and Jaycey; Kellie had many interesting experiences during that time, not the least of & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL (Ralph) Lombardo and their family, Nicole (Blake) Schumack and their which was touring our relatives around the eastern provinces when HOMES, Crowfoot, 82 CROWFOOT CIRCLE NW, CALGARY, AB T3G 2T3, children Romeo and Andre, Amanda (Dan) Armstrong and Milo, they came to visit. We had been lifelong RV’ers and he belonged to a Telephone: 403-241-0044. Jessica (Matt) Chawrun and Jaxson, and Christina Lombardo; Perrie number of organizations supporting camping life. He was the Fauth and her family, Angela Pegoraro, Houston Fauth, Keller Fauth National Director for the local chapter of Family Motorcoach and Cassandra Fauth; his stepsons, Bruce (Stacey) Bowdridge and Association (FMCA) and as a result traveled extensively throughout Megan Bowdridge and her son Liam; Anderson (Linda) Bowdridge- Canada and the USA. He was President of the Golden Sheaf Park Gutfriend and his family, Jennifer Gutfriend, Felicia (Mike) Jesperson Board of Directors for five years. We made the trip to Calgary, and their children Faith and Marshall; Haley Hurst; Stephen’s son, , Vancouver and Seattle to see all our kids a couple times a Ryan (Sarah) Bowdridge and their children Rehanna, Kadince and year. We have been to Hawaii, Cuba, Mexico and the Dominican Layne. He is also survived by his sister Betty Macdonald and her Republic. We spent many winters in Casa Grande, Arizona and had a family, his sisters-in-law Alma Gutfriend and her family, Evelyn (Ken) pleasant adventure on a Panama Canal cruise. He loved retelling Moir and her family as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. stories of unusual incidents that happened during our travels Alex was predeceased by his parents Matt and Rachel (Kurtz) (tornadoes, earthquakes, fires and hurricanes). Our children often Gutfriend and his in-laws William and Viola MacDonald; his brother teased him when they read of some disaster or strange weather and Michael Gutfriend and Michael’s daughter Michelle Van Bevern; his said, “Our dad must be there”. He enjoyed lively debates on issues and sister Katherine (Tony) lbach; his brothers-in-law, Gordon Macdonald liked to help family and friends resolve problems withcentral or and William MacDonald; his stepson Stephen Bowdridge and his son- government agencies. Two big events in recent years were our 25th in-law Brian Fauth. In 1955, he married Viola Lehr (his first wife) and wedding anniversary in July of 1999 when we renewed our vows at ELMER AMAN their daughter Bonnie was born in Vauxhall. He subsequently moved St. Patrick’s Church and the wonderful gathering of our relatives at to Regina with the Land Use Directorate (Community Pastures); his the family reunion in 2001. In 2015, another celebration was our 40th 1939 ~ 2020 second daughter Kellie was born there. In1964, he returned to wedding anniversary and Alex’s 80th birthday held in Medicine Hat. Elmer Aman of Medicine Hat, passed away on Saturday, December 5, Vauxhall as Project Administrator, where their third daughter Perrie In recent years Alex struggled with a great many health problems, 2020 at the age of 81 years. He leaves to cherish his memory one was born. In 1968, he transferred to Calgary as the District however he put up a good battle. He will be greatly missed by friends sister, Shirly Wuerfel and numerous nieces and nephews. Elmer is Administrator with the Department of Energy Mines and Resources, and relatives. The funeral mass will be celebrated in St. Patrick’s predeceased by his parents, Arthur and Olga Aman as well as two Inland Water Directorate. In 1969, he transferred to the Canadian Roman Catholic Church on Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. sisters, Alice Trieber and Violet Seitz. Elmer loved his daily breakfast at Hydrographic service of the same department in Victoria, BC. In 1972, with Fr. Roque Pereira Celebrant. Family and friends are invited to the Petro Can, playing golf at the Par 3, working in his yard and he transferred to the Department of Environment, Canadian Forestry remotely attend the funeral service by going to the Pattison Funeral playing with the dogs. A Graveside Service will be held at Hillside Service in Fredericton, New Brunswick as the Regional Administrator. Home facebook page. Live streaming will begin at service time. Cemetery at a later date. Condolences may be sent to condolences@ In December of 1974, he married Edith Bowdridge (nee MacDonald). Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. To e-mail an expression saamis.com subject heading Elmer Aman. Funeral arrangements by She brought with her three children from a previous marriage, of sympathy, please direct it to: [email protected] SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION Stephen, Bruce and Andy. In 1975, he transferred to Environmental subject heading: Alex Gutfriend, or you may visit www. CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, Management Services of the Department of Environment in Halifax, pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence. AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] Nova Scotia as the Director of Administration for the Atlantic Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. provinces. In 1979, he transferred with the same department to CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

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STEVE UNGER HERB MARTIN JOANN SCHWARTZ 1924 ~ 2020 1925 ~ 2020 1940 ~ 2020 Steve Unger of Medicine Hat, passed away on Thursday, December 10, Herbert (Herb) Martin passed away at South Country Village on Joann Florence Schwartz, beloved wife of the late Helmer Schwartz, passed 2020 at the age of 96 years, beloved husband of the late Edna Unger. Monday, December 7, 2020 just about one month shy of his 96th away at St. Joseph’s Home - Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Sunday, He leaves to cherish his memory three children, Michael, Barry (Vickie) birthday. He is survived by his two sons, Ron and Ken (Linda); two December 13, 2020, at the age of 80 years. Left to cherish Joann’s memory and Neil (Noel); ten grandchildren and their families: Tatum (Tyson) granddaughters, Christa Teeple and Angie Flundra; two great are her children, Kalvin Schwartz, Michael Schwartz, Melanie (Travis) Reimer (Ryker, Chloe and Presley); Mikalene; Tikal (Mustapha); Schon (Lesley) grandchildren, Braeden and Kiara; one brother, Melvin; sisters-in-law, and Steven (Angelica) Schwartz; grandchildren, Tanner (Abby) Reimer (and (Cole, Emily); Julie (Trevor) (Baylee); Tiffany (Brett) (Lily, Cooper); Travis Doris Martin, Marijke Martin and Marjorie Brent; as well as numerous their children, Maci and Gemma), Kaitlin (Ryan) Glass, Mateja Schwartz and (Brandon) (Devon, Dion); Ryan (Kerri) (Finlay); Kyle; Danielle (Kyle) Hudson Schwartz as well as her siblings, Ralph (Vivian) Wessner, Don (Fay) nieces and nephews. Herb was predeceased by his parents, Christian Wessner, Wayne (Loretta) Wessner and Clinton (Joy) Wessner. She was (Porter); three sisters, Gladys Chapman, Eva (Frank) Welfl and Joan and Bertha; brothers, Ben and Marvin; and sister, Esther Muhlbeier. He (Dale) Willard and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by her husband, Helmer and her parents, Emil and Leona. was also predeceased by the love of his life Viola (Vi) who passed away Joann was born on January 17, 1940, on the family farm south of Swift predeceased by his wife Edna, his parents Minnie and Frank Unger and on July, 2007 after 57 years of happy marriage. He missed her greatly seven brothers, Pete, Percy (WWII), Mervin, Dave, Archie, Eddie and Current. The family would like to say a special thank you to St. Joseph’s these past 13 years. Herb was born on January 13, 1925 on a farm near Home for the care and dignity they provided to Joann in her last days. Due Ken; four sisters Anne, Tina, Amanda and Jean. Steve was born at Laird, Golden Prairie. He was drafted into the army but shortly after WWII to Covid-19 restrictions, the service will be by invitation only. The Saskatchewan September 4, 1924. Steve’s family moved to Wembley, celebration of Joann’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, Alberta when he was young and grew up on the family farm ended so never saw active duty. After, he got a job mixing cement for Stober Construction who poured many sidewalks in Maple Creek. 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Tuesday, December 22, 2020, at 2:00 homestead. He later came to Medicine Hat to work and then met p.m. with Pastor Roland Schlenker officiating. The Funeral Service will be Edna, the love of his life, whom he married and raised their family After this he worked for Beny Motors in the service department and remained with the company through his adult years right up to live-streamed on Tuesday, December 22, 2020, starting at 2:00 p.m. (MST). together. Steve and Edna were married for 63 years until Edna’s To experience the service, please visit our website at www.cooksouthland. passing February 1, 2013. Thank you to all at the Cypress View Home retirement. Herb loved to sing and sang in many church choirs, mixed com and click the View Broadcast button on the homepage at service time. staff and the residents who cared for Steve while he lived there and a quartets and male quartets. Together with his wife Vi, they moved to (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at www. special heartfelt thank you to all at St. Joseph’s Home for their South Country Village over 20 years ago and loved their lives there. A cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is wonderful care for Steve in his final days. A graveside service for Steve big thank you to all of the staff that lovingly cared for Herb over the Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 - will be announced at a later date. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, years in Haven, Sunnyside and Havenview. He appreciated his care 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 www. please direct it to: office@ pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: givers. In view of the COVID19 restrictions a private interment will be cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" Steve Unger, or you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and held on Friday, December 18 with Rev. Bob Findley and Rev. Daryl leave a message of condolence. Martin officiating. A memorial service may be planned for a later date. Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 [email protected] subject heading Herbert Martin. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.

CHARLES RIEGER 1926 ~ 2020 Charles Rieger, beloved husband of Pearl, passed away at St. Joseph’s SANDRA LEE KOHLS Home - Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Sunday, December 13, 2020, at the age of 94 years. Along with Pearl, left to cherish Charles’ memory 1948 ~ 2020 are his children, Gerry (Marie) Rieger of Kamloops, BC., Rod (Pam) Rieger Sandra Lee Kohls of Redcliff, AB passed away on Tuesday, December 8, of Vernon, BC., and Darrell Rieger (Sheryl Zimmerman) of Redcliff, AB.; 2020 at the age of 72 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her grandchildren, Melissa (Russ) Lay (their children, Meghan and Blair), husband, Larry Kohls; brother, Donald (Janine) Sullivan; sister, Norma Natalie (Jeff) Forster (their children, Reid and Andrew), Brad Rieger Kay Bell. Sandra was predeceased by her parents, George and Lily ELIZA YAMAMOTO (Samantha Faltus) (their son, Liam) and Devon Rieger as well as Sullivan and her brother, Greg Sullivan. Those wishing to pay their numerous nieces and nephews. Charles was born on March 6, 1926, in 1954 ~ 2020 Grayson, SK., to a family of 12. He and Pearl were married in Melville, SK., respects may do so at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, #1 Dunmore Eliza Yamamoto passed away on December 15, 2020 at the age of 66 on October 19, 1948, and this year celebrated 72 years of marriage. Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB, on Wednesday, December 16th, 2020 from years. Eliza leaves to cherish her memory her son, Lawrence Charles was always there with a helping hand whether it was to build the 7:00 to 8:30 pm. Due to current Covid-19 restrictions attendance will Yamamoto of Medicine Hat. Eliza would like to say a THANK YOU to all kids’ houses, renovations or fixing things the family couldn’t get working. be regulated and masks will be mandatory. A private graveside service her loving family members in Canada and Hong Kong and her He loved to just tinker around his garage fixing things or making things; will take place on Saturday, December 19th, 2020 with Captain Ronald wonderful friends that made her life so fulfilled with love and joy. She he seemed to always have something on the go. Charles passed down a MacDonald officiating. The service will be livestreamed and available said she will cherish all the good memories and wonderful times she little of those skills to all of the family. Thanks Dad! Some of Charles’ for viewing on Sandra’s memorial page at www.saamis.com on shared with them. At Eliza’s request there will be no funeral or other hobbies included fishing, going to casinos, working outside, cars and wood working. He was a 20 year member of the Army, Navy and Saturday, December 19th, 2020 at 1:00 pm. Memorial gifts in Sandra’s memorial service. Memorial gifts in Eliza’s name may be made to Airforce Club in Vernon, BC., as well as the Redcliff Legion for the past memory may be sent to Carmel Hospice at St. Joseph’s Home, 156 – Canadian Cancer Society, 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, AB T2E 2P5, 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1 or to the Salvation few years. Charles was a very loving and caring husband, father, (Nursing Program), 299 College Dr SE, Medicine grandfather and great-grandfather. His outgoing personality and his gift Army, 64 Stratton Way SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B 3R3. Hat, AB T1A 3Y6, Calgary Childrens Hospital, 28 Oki Dr NW, Calgary, AB of socializing will be deeply missed. Charles will be silently remembered Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to T3B 6A8 or Redi Enterprise, 860 Allowance Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB by family and friends without the proceedings of a formal funeral [email protected] subject heading Sandra Kohls. Funeral T1A 7S6. Condolences may be sent to [email protected] service. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at www. arrangements are entrusted to subject heading Eliza Yamamoto. Funeral arrangements by cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 - CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. SERVING OUR COMMUNITY’S SENIORS FOR OVER 70 YEARS For Independent South Country Village Living Call • Independent Living 403-487-5031 • Supportive Living • Long Term Care • Recreational Adult Day Programs 1720 Bell St. SW, Medicine Hat AB (Across from Airport) • 403-526-2002

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JENNIFER PECKHAM MARY JEAN THOMPSON WES SCHNEIDER 1938 ~ 2020 1956 ~ 2020 1956 ~ 2020 Wesley " Wes" Jacob Schneider of Medicine Hat passed away on Tuesday, It’s with sadness we announce that our beloved Jennifer Lynn Mary Jean Thompson passed away Saturday, December 12, 2020 at December 15th 2020, at the age of 82 years, beloved husband of the late (Mack) Peckham, 64, passed away peacefully in her home on the age of 64 years, after a courageous battle with cancer. Mary Jean Irene Schneider. He leaves to cherish his memory his two children David Tuesday, December 15, 2020, after a short battle with cancer. was beloved by her family and is survived by her husband of 30 years, (Debbie) Schneider and Mavis (Dennis) Koch; four grandchildren, Denton Jen was a beloved mother, wife and friend to many. Jennifer is Barry. She is also survived by her children, Mike Long (Michelle), Dave (Katelyn), Kyle, Colton (Kassi) and Jessica (Landon), and special survived by her children, Glen and Katie. She was an inspiration to Long, Greg Thompson (Serenity Marr), and Megan Thompson companion of 24 years, Joyce Jones along with her family. He was her children in the way she lived her life, and loved them fiercely. (Chandler Irvin); by her mother, Kay Bowes, brother, Bob Bowes, and predeceased by his parents Maria and Ben Schneider and his wife of 28 Born on August 4, 1956 in Medicine Hat, Jennifer was the daughter sisters, Joan Cox (Brad), and Sandy Brown; her grandson Barrett, and years, Irene on November 4, 1989. of the late Edward and Kathleen Mack. As a young woman, Jen Wes enjoyed running the grader for the city of Medicine Hat for 35 years, began working at Canada Post eventually dedicating over 25 years her many loved nieces and nephews. Mary Jean would have also wanted everyone to know about her special cat, Bongo. She was until he retired in 1995. In retirement, he enjoyed camping, going for of loyal service to her community. It was while on her daily mail coffee with the guys and fishing. His greatest joy was his grandchildren predeceased by her sister, Pat Bowes and her father, Bazil Bowes. route that she met her partner in life, the late Jeffrey Peckham. and his wish was to see his grandchildren graduate with their chosen Together they travelled the world, having many adventures, Mary Jean was born and raised in Medicine Hat, graduating from degree and he got his wish. He lived a happy life and was loved by many. including their greatest adventure of all – creating a family together McCoy High School. In the early 1980s, as a single mother of two On Monday, please visit Wes’ obituary on the Pattison website to read the with Glen and Katie. young children, she made the courageous choice to go back to eulogy shared at the graveside service. Home was where Jen felt most at peace. She was a wonderful cook, school and become a registered nurse. She continued her education Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON spending much of her time in the kitchen. Jen loved playing music with determination and passion throughout her life. As a mother of FUNERAL HOME on Sunday afternoon from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Masks in her home, and collected records from all genres. She particularly four she completed a master’s degree in human services in 1995, and are mandatory). A private family graveside service will take place at loved 70’s rock, and felt most comfortable in a band tshirt and jeans. a master’s degree in professional counseling in 1997. She worked as Hillside Cemetery. Those who wish to remember Wes with a donation, Jen loved animals, particularly her cat, Domo. She had a great sense may do so to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Clinic (make cheques payable to of humour and loved laughing with her children. She will always an RN for several years prior to becoming a nursing instructor at the Medicine Hat College where she inspired and trained so many the Medicine Hat and District Health Foundation) 666 5th Street SW, leave a legacy of care, warmth, and strong sense of family. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4H6 - please specify Margery E. Yuill Clinic. To individuals before retiring in June 2020. She touched countless lives The family wish to extend their greatest appreciation for all of the e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@ love and care Jen received at Medicine Hat Regional Hospital during as an educator and caregiver, and tried to make nurses, and the pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Wes Schneider, or you may the last days of her life. world, better. Mary Jean would be most comfortable with a cat in her visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence. Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, a Celebration of Life will be lap and a book in her hand. A voracious reader, Mary Jean would Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND planned at a later date. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting often read an entire book within one sitting. She was a tremendous CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 our website at www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the pet lover and had many beloved pets over the years. She instilled this family is sense of love and care for animals to her family. She was an extremely Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, strong and intelligent woman who cared about her community, 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403- volunteering on the board of the women's shelter society and 527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" helping efforts to build the Phoenix Safe house. She also spent many hours volunteering for the Cypress School of Skating. The family wishes to thank the doctors and nurses at the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre and St. Joseph’s Home for the Aged Hospice for the exceptional care Mary Jean received these last months of her life. The Funeral Service will be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5, on Friday, December 18th, 2020 with Gary W. Goran officiating. Due to Covid-19 restrictions the service will be by family invitation only. The service will be livestreamed and available for viewing on Mary Jean’s memorial page at www.saamis.com on Friday, December 18th, 2020 at 1:30 pm. Mary Jean’s family plan to hold a Celebration of her Life in the summer or when Covid-19 restrictions allow. Information to be posted at a later JOCELYNE LUCIENNE date. Memorial gifts in Mary Jean's memory may be made to the S.P.C.A., 55 Southview Drive SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8 or to WILLIAMS the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre c/o Medicine Hat & District Health April 1, 1946 ~ December 2, 2020 GAYLE SYMMONDS Foundation, 666 - 5th Street SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4H6. Jocelyne Williams, of Calgary, Alberta, passed away on Wednesday, Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to December 2, 2020 at the age of 74 years. August 18, 1956 - December 16,2020 [email protected] subject heading Mary Jean Thompson. Those who knew Joyce felt her ever-present love, her kindness and her After a valiant battle with cancer, the family of Gayle Symmonds is Funeral arrangements are entrusted to patience. She was a steadfast beacon of light and source of calm, who heartbroken to announce her passing at the young age of 64 on SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION selflessly gave of herself, always placing the needs of others before her own. The beauty and grace of Jocelyne Lucienne Williams (nee Gamache) December 16, 2020 at Carmel Hospice. Gayle was born in CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, and lived in the Foothills area for many decades before moving to the was brought into the world on April 1,1946, and beside her beloved AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] husband, Robert (Bob); her “darling girl”, Dionne; her dearest son-in-law, Medicine Hat area to be close to her children. Gayle was predeceased Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. by her husband, Henry and her mother, Isabel. She is survived by and John; and her precious granddaughters, Lauren and Rowan, lived a life rich with laughter and love, brightening the lives of so many along the leaves to cherish her memory her three children, Robert (Ashley), way. Sonja (Kris), and Tracy (Ryan), along with their families. She will be Joyce grew up in St. Paul, Alberta, as the youngest of five children: Guy dearly missed by her sister, Lynda and sister-in-law, Mary Ann and (Florence) Gamache (deceased), Mariette (Al) Dawson, Charles (Terry) several cousins, nieces, and nephews. Gayle lived for her Gamache, and Anna (Stan) Pratch. It was there that she met the love of grandchildren. Gayle had 14 grandchildren and one great grandchild. her life, Bob. They later married in 1967 and three and half years later She was known as Nana Gayle to each of them and would do anything Dionne was born. Joyce’s world centred on her family, and she was to make them smile and laugh. She was there to drive them to their happiest when she was caring for them. Her tender nature coupled with events, play a board game, take them swimming, or do a goofy dance her passion and knowledge is what also made her an exceptional teacher. with them to be posted all over social media. No matter how She taught for 38 years, mostly teaching grade one; she created lasting outrageous their requests, it did not matter, as long as her impressions on students and formed enduring friendships with colleagues. It was only the chance to care for her grandchildren that led grandchildren were happy. You could often find Gayle enjoying time her from her career, and she and Bob moved from Medicine Hat to with her two dogs, Molly and Billy, as well as spending time in her Calgary in 2005 to seize this gift. Joyce devoted herself to Dionne, John back yard. Gayle worked in many industries and was an entrepreneur, and her granddaughters. As the girls grew, playtime evolved into long owning and operating her own restaurant for several years. Most chats, making crafts became creating works of art, and walking them to recently, she found a passion working as a school bus driver where she school turned to worrying about when they would safely return home on thrived and genuinely enjoyed going to work each day. Our family their own. After her battle with cancer in 2012, Joyce rekindled her love of would like to thank everyone at St. Joseph’s Home for the outstanding painting and drawing, and she spent countless hours taking classes, care and comfort given to Gayle and our family during these difficult learning new techniques and styles that she loved to experiment with times. A celebration of Gayle’s life will be held at a later time. In lieu of and master. This past October Joyce learned that she would once again flowers, donations may be made in Gayle's memory to AJ’s Loan have to battle cancer. She took each day as it came, each time looking only for the joy that exists in our world. Cupboard Bay 4-602A, Clay Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3K2 or St. Joyce was a woman of strength and courage whose eternal love will be Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice 156 3 St NE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A felt forever. Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and 5M1. Condolences may be sent to [email protected] subject viewed on Joyce’s obituary at www.McInnisand Holloway.com. A special heading Gayle Symmonds. Funeral arrangements by thank you to the staff of Unit 74 at Rockyview Hospital and of Unit 46 at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION Foothills Hospital, who worked tirelessly to make Joyce comfortable. CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, In living memory of Joyce Williams, a tree will be planted in the Ann & AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. 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LILLY JUDY SIMMONDS NORMAN HULL August 9, 1945 ~ December 13, 2020 1942 ~ 2020 SEIFRIED It is with deep sorrow and much love that the family mourn the passing of Judy Laverne Simmonds of Redcliff, AB on the 13th of Norman Richard Hull of Redcliff, Alberta made his last inappropriate (NEE EICHELE) December, 2020, at the age of 75 years. Judy will be lovingly comment on December 13, 2020 at the age of 78. He never met a rule 1935 ~2020 remembered by her husband of 37 years, Jack Simmonds and their he couldn’t break, a line he couldn’t cross, a boundary he couldn’t It is with great sadness, that we announce that Lilly Seifried passed children: Holly Reniak, Kristy (Scott) Woodside, Dana Simmonds push, or a story he couldn’t stretch. He told it like it is, and may have away on December 15th 2020. Lilly was born in Helenental and (Maureen); grandchildren, Jordan Reniak (Levi) and Kaitlin Reniak and offended a few, but made a lot of true friends. The family would their father, Mike Reniak; Trenton Pickett, Kali Pickett, Sophie especially like to thank Nyles and Sue Lindsay, Doreen Ginham, and resettled as a child with her family in Germany in 1945, at the end of Onerheim and Madison Stevens; Leland Simmonds and Naressa Brad and Trish Cummins for all their care and assistance. A special the war. Lilly had many fond and happy memories of her time living Simmonds and their mother, Tami Simmonds; siblings, Harvey (Sonja) thank you to all the staff at St. Joseph’s Home -Covenant Health for in Plon, Germany. As a young teenager, Lilly enjoyed being a part of a Giesbrecht, Randy (Carrie) Giesbrecht, Deanna (Bary) Toews, Donna the excellent care and compassion Norman received. dance group, riding her bike with friends to nearby towns, as well as (Abe) Funk, Wanda (Eric) Oliver as well as numerous nieces and For the genealogists: Norm was born March 31, 1942 in Kamloops, playing football (“soccer”) every opportunity she had. Lilly nephews. Judy was predeceased by her first husband, Ron Deering; B.C. to John Stewart and Bertha Elizabeth (Betty) Hull. After a brief immigrated to Canada with her family in 1954, landing in Quebec and son, Robyn Deering; parents, Isaac and Helena Giesbrecht; brother stint in the Navy, he married Janet Stait and had two darling making their way by train to Medicine Hat, Alberta, where the family and sister in-law, Garry and Heather Giesbrecht; nephews, Lonnie daughters, Cathy (Robert) and Karen (Barry). After trying many Giesbrecht and Jason Funk and great niece, Elan Burgess. Judy was settled and began a new life. Here Lilly worked for many happy years different occupations and having his knees replaced, Norm attended born on August 9th, 1945, in , Saskatchewan and grew culinary school at BCIT where it turned out he could cook almost as at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. She cherished her memories up on the family farm in Wymark, Saskatchewan. She loved well as his mother -- and she was amazing. Looking for a chance to of work life at the hospital and friendships made. Lilly married William gardening, reading, cooking, baking, camping, travelling, and use his new skills, he moved to the big skies of Alberta and met and Seifried in September 1959, and the two of them have travelled spending time with her family. Some of her fondest memories were married the love of his life, Betty (Hubbard) Hull (who predeceased through life’s many ups and downs together, for the past 61 years. travelling with Jack across Canada to the Maritimes, going on cruises him in 1992). For many years, Norm worked as a civilian chef at CFB Lilly will be lovingly remembered by her devoted husband, William; to Mexico, Alaska and New York City as well as holidaying in Suffield where he invented Normy Spice, which makes everything daughter, Doris (Tim) Sidlick; brother, Jakob Eichele; brothers-in-law, Dominican, Mazatlan and Hawaii. They loved taking the trailer and wintering in Arizona. Judy loved music and enjoyed many country delicious. Gunther Seifried (Emma), Heintz Seifried (Susan); as well as numerous music festivals. She also enjoyed being able to take her girls to a Norm was a beloved brother to Margaret Anne (Ernie) McNaughton, nieces and nephews and friends. Lilly was predeceased by her Garth Brooks concert. Sightseeing and travelling through Europe Sharon (Mike) Blaney, Tom (Jacquie) Hull, and Gina (Gib) DeCap, parents, Johann and Eva Eichele; her beloved son, Randy; as well as with Holly to watch Kaitlin play international hockey, was one of her grandfather to Jenny, Jamie, Jessica, Steven, Charlie and Andy, great her sisters-in-law, Elfrieda Eichele, Hilda Ledarney, and brother-in-law, many cherished memories. Nothing made Jack and Judy happier granddad to Brandon, Keelan, Charlene, Deegan and Katie, and the Mike Ledarney. Due to Covid -19 restrictions the family is having a than spending time with their grandchildren and experiencing all of fun uncle to many nieces and nephews. We will miss him and never private graveside service. The family wishes to extend a big thank you their favourite activities. Some of these memories include: having forget the richer life of fun he thought of as normal. to all the wonderful staff at the Riverview Long Term Care Home, sleepovers, baking cookies and cinnamon buns, teaching them all the Norm led a good life and had a peaceful death, but the transition was tricks on how to make 1000% soup just right. Judy’s loving nature Meadowlands Retirement Residence, and the Home Care workers for difficult. And for the record, he did not lose his battle with cancer. and quick witted humour will be missed by all that had the privilege When he died, the cancer died, so technically it was a tie! He was the compassion, kindness and care they have provided these past of knowing her. The family wishes to send a special thank you to the ready to be with his beloved Betty and meet his Maker. We're just not few years. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, donations staff at St. Joseph’s, and the palliative team of nurses, doctors and sure "The Maker" is ready to meet Norm. may be made to St. Peter Lutheran Church, 758 8 St SE, Medicine Hat, Health Care Aids for their care and compassion. They can never say As per Norm’s request there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, toast AB T1A 1M5 where Lilly was a devoted member of the Ladies Aid thank you enough for all the love and care that you gave to their your loved ones and donate to your favourite cause. (Condolences group, and congregation for many years. Condolences may be sent to mother. A Celebration of Judy’s life will be held at a later date. may be expressed by visiting our website at www.cooksouthland. [email protected] subject heading Lilly Seifried. Funeral Memorial donations may be made directly to the Cystic Fibrosis com) Honoured to serve the family is Foundation, 2323 Yonge Street Suite 800, Toronto, ON., M4P 2C9 or to arrangements by Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, St. Joseph’s Home Covenant Foundation , 156 - 3 Street N.E., Medicine 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527- SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION Hat, AB., T1A 5M1. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our 6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, website at www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527- 6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" In Loving Memory

Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed, and very dear.

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ANNE WHITE LUCY GRAD RORY JAMES LEFEVER It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of 1929 ~ 2020 Justina (Lucy) Grad on December 11, 2020. 1967 ~ 2020 Anna “Anne” Marie White passed away on Thursday, December 17, 2020 at Lucy was born at Liebenthal, SK on October 29, 1929. Upon graduation, It is with great sadness that the family of Rory (Rock) Lefever, the son the age of 91 years, beloved wife of Jim White of Medicine Hat. She also she attended Business College in Medicine Hat, AB and then obtained of Rob and Sharon; sister of Sheri, and brother-in-law, Murray Craven; leaves to cherish her memory three children, Barclay (Renee) White, Jamie employment at the hospital in Maple Creek, SK. nieces, Haley and Sara; and nephew, Joel Craven, announce his (Janet) White and Ron (Lori) White; eight grandchildren, Matthew She married Dad, Gerald Grad, on November 26, 1952. They lived in sudden passing. The true loves of his life were his dog-babies, Gizmo (Kimberly) White, Allison (Glen) Trefenanko, Clarke White (Trisha Mattson), Mendham, SK, where Dad operated the family business, Grad’s Garage. and Molly, who will forever miss their Dad, and all the love that he Adrienne (Monica) Madhavpeddi, John White, Jenny (Ali) Bozorgzad, Jill During this time, she taught typing at the High School and worked part gave them. Rory was the most caring of people who always put others (Doan) Galarneau and Jolene (Justin) Friesen; fifteen great grandchildren, time at the Credit Union. first. He saw the bright side of every situation, and never hesitated to Joel, Josh and Olivia White, Brooke and Leah Trefananko, Daine Mattson After Dad’s passing in 1987, Mom dealt with business affairs, secured use his humor and kidding ways to make others laugh and smile. Rory and Liam White, Stella, Spencer and Shephard Bozorgzad, Ford and Anna lodging for her in-laws in Medicine Hat, and then also moved to started working at Farmland Supply at the age of 18 years, under his Galarneau, Anders, Arabella and Benson Friesen; six brothers and sisters Medicine Hat. In 2009 she moved to Regina and remained there until father’s guidance, eventually buying into the company and and their families. She was predeceased by one grandson Colton White; her passing. After this last move, she was always homesick for Medicine continuing to work side by side with his father. Rory’s passions her parents Vicki and Michael Malesh and three siblings. Mom was born at Hat, and looked forward to returning for visits. included riding his Harley Davidson motorcycles. He made countless the family farm in Stonehenge, Saskatchewan on March 28th, 1929, 4th During her younger years she played softball and bowled. She watched memories riding his bikes with his numerous biker friends. Elkwater oldest of 10 kids. Mom and Dad were married on April 2nd, 1953, and over a lot of sports on TV including curling, the Blue Jays, and CFL football. the years, resided in Assiniboia, Crane Valley, Moose Jaw, and for the last Lake was also a huge part of Rory’s life. He spent many summers and She also got to enjoy watching the grandchildren and even the great- Christmas’s at the lake throughout his life. He eventually purchased 41 years, Medicine Hat. Mike Malesh, Mom's Dad passed away when she grandchildren play their various sports. Mom enjoyed camping trips to was 12 years old, and our Grandma was left to raise 10 young kids on her his own cabin in Elkwater to make his own memories and to enjoy life northern Saskatchewan, picking wild blueberries, and eating fresh fish. the way Rory knew best. He had a genuine passion for life and found own on a very small farm. They didn't have much, if anything, but really, no Mom loved to listen to music, play cards, and bake. She will be immense joy in being surrounded by his family and friends. Always one did, during and after the depression. They persevered. They had each remembered for her cinnamon buns, noodles, and sugar kuchen. one to be the life of the party, Rory will remain forever in the heart of other, and there were enough kids to make up their own ball team, which Mom’s creativity and artistic abilities were reflected in her variety of was a favourite summertime pastime. Mom moved to Assiniboia, a 20 mile hobbies. They included sewing, knitting, crocheting, cross stitching, his loved ones. Due to current Covd-19 restrictions, the blessing of journey, to finish her last two years of high school and complete a petit point, tatting, paper tole, painting, drawing and ceramics. Her Rory’s life was held on Tuesday, December15, 2020 . Rory did not want secretarial course. This is where our parents met and later, married. They most recent passion, of which she continued well into her early 80’s, a funeral, but rather a party to celebrate his life which will happen at a were both very active and athletic, attending the small town summer was making beautiful homemade cards. Christmas was special for later date. Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to sports day, dances, and the winter sport of local curling bonspiels. They Mom, as well as for us. Every Christmas, we looked forward to [email protected] subject heading Rory Lefever. Funeral were married in 1953, and had 67 wonderful years together. Dad then something homemade from Mom, even if it was as simple as a card and arrangements are entrusted to SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL began his career with Imperial Oil in Crane Valley, Saskatchewan as an Esso a scrubbie. CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Sales Agent. After a couple years there, they moved back to Assiniboia, She was predeceased by her husband Gerald; parents Kasper and Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www. then Moose Jaw, and now Medicine Hat since 1979. All these moves were Alaysia Hirsch; in-laws Chris and Margaret Grad; and her siblings Kasper, saamis.com [email protected] Locally owned and directed CGR excellent opportunities for their Esso business. Mom supported Dad at Anna Mary, and George. Holdings Ltd. every move, even though they were leaving a huge community of friends She is survived by her brother Benny (Doris) Hirsch and her sister every time they moved. They were completely involved in every Katherine (Frank) Schell; by her daughter Margaret (Floyd) Wist and community they lived in, both as service club members (Kinsmen and their children Sarah (Peter) Hall and Jason; son James (Donnelly) Grad Rotary), the United Church, local youth sports, curling clubs, and whatever and their children Amy (Ian) Ziebart, Chris (Jen) Grad and Erin; son else they could do as volunteers to help a charity they truly believed in. Michael (Laurel) Grad and their children Alicia, Kelsey (Mathew) Cohen And, of course, being very involved in her three sons various sports and Jessica (Taylor) Bereti; daughter Kathleen (Dan) Baron and their activities. She was more than just a taxi driver, she was our biggest children Kristin (Daniel) Laity, Erika Baron (Curtis Kozakavich), and cheerleader. Then, came the nine grandkids and all their adventures, and Melissa Baron (Zac McClinton); and her cherished great-grandchildren later on, the 15 great-grandkids. She knew every birthday, anniversary, Hannah, Hayley, Ryan, Ethan, Marcus, Victoria, Hayden, Beckett, Lily, and graduation, recital, tournament, etc. that was going on with everyone. Her Owen. kids, grandkids and great-grandkids have become very spread out over The family would like to thank all of Mom’s caregivers during her time in the years, all living in different locations, but she knew what was going on Regina. A special thank you is extended to Parkside Extendicare for everywhere. Her calendar in the kitchen was full of events, the fridge is their care and arranging compassionate visits during her final days. littered with pictures of everyone. There's not much room left. Dad retired Due to COVID-19 restrictions, a Celebration of Life will be held at a later in the early '90's, they then became really busy. They made their annual date. winter trip to Palm Springs with their great friends, Doris and Don Jensen Arrangements are in care of Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services, from Victoria, went on many cruises to Alaska, Panama Canal, the Regina, SK (1-306-757-2327). You are invited to leave a personal Caribbean and Europe. They were also very involved in the Uniroyal World message of condolence at the family’s online obituary at: www. ZOE BEST Jr. Curling events and were instrumental in attracting that event to MyAlternatives.ca September 4, 1924 ~ December 17, 2020 Medicine Hat. Many trips to these other events around the world, before Zoe Yvonne Best passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Home - and after the World Jr here, became a wonderful experience for them. Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Thursday, December 17, 2020, at They were avid supporters of Tigers hockey and Blue Jays baseball, when it the age of 96 years. She is survived by her two children, Lyndon A. was here. Later on, Dad would go to the Tiger games with friends, and Mom would stay home and listen to Bob on the radio. They would jump in (Val) Best and Debra Best; seven grandchildren; nine great- the car and go visit one of their kids or grandkids somewhere, as they tried grandchildren; brother, Robert Edwards as well as numerous nieces not to miss any of their special events. Mom carried herself with elegance, and nephews, their families and a host of “shirt tail relatives”; special grace and dignity. She was a proud, strong, smart woman. And, a friends, Melanie Metcalf, Dan and Pat Hein and Sharon and Wally wonderful Mom and Grandma. Although, she never had any daughters, Regehr made Zoe’s active life in Medicine Hat complete. Zoe was born her five granddaughters are doing their best to " fill her shoes". That's not in Winnipeg, MB., on September 4, 1924. She began professionally easy, but it sure is fun trying, especially the clothes part. Her and Dad's life modelling in 1940 and her final shoot was in 2007. Her Brigdens were lived in complete health and independence. She was hardly sick a yellow ticket anchored a lifetime love of fashion. Zoe also graduated day in her life until the last two weeks. We would like to express our sincere the same year from Garbutt’s Business College and competently thanks and appreciation for the excellent care she received the last week administrated the office of Gordon Hume in Moose Jaw for years. She of her life. Dr Parks, Dr. Lazarevic, Dr Mi, and, of course, the team of curled and golfed regularly for six decades and had a 30 year daily fantastic nurses and caregivers on 5E. You people are incredible. When the regime of swimming and biking which kept her fit and able. Zoe’s love vaccine gets to Medicine Hat, we hope that you are first in line. You THOMAS JAMES for people and learning was fulfilled in her 78 year sisterhood with deserve it. Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the Beta Sigma Phi. She volunteered in many capacities every year from PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on Tuesday evening from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. MCGREGOR the age of 14, culminating in receiving the Provincial Volunteer of the (masks are mandatory). Due to Covid -19 restrictions, a funeral service by May 4, 1946 - December 18, 2020 Year award from the Canadian Mental Health Association at the age of invitation only will take place in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Wednesday, Tom was preceded by his wife Shirley, leaving to cherish memory his 93. Her life’s love, her husband, Lyndy, was her partner in every way. December 23, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. David Pollard officiating. children, Thomas of Red Deer, Bonnie of Calgary and his grandchildren, For 75 years, they shared the joys of family, friends new and old, travel Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. Family and friends are James, Morgan, Abigail. Tom will also be missed by his sister Louise, his and most of all, dancing. From the Lindy Hop in their teens to square invited to remotely attend the funeral service by going to youtube.com brother Bruce. dancing in their 90’s... they never missed a beat. Thank you to Laurel and search for Pattison Funeral Home. The video will go live 10 minutes Tom was a simple common salt of the earth guy, he didn't like big cities, Schlaht from the Medicine Hat Historical Society for chronicling Zoe’s prior to service time on the Pattison Funeral Home youtube page. A public he liked his hamlets (Dogpound, AB). Tom never owned anything new, celebration of Anne’s life will be held in the future, when it is safe to do so. aka “the flower lady’s” life. She was in one word, amazing! Zoe’s life will he was always for a deal. Tom retired from the city of Calgary as a In lieu of flowers, those who wish to remember Anne with a donation, may be silently remembered by family and friends without the dispatcher for the C train, spent time as a weatherman on the dew line direct it to the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta, 104 430 proceedings of a formal funeral service. (Condolences may be for the Canadian Government; he was also a Calgary Police Officer and 6th Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2S8. To e-mail an expression of expressed by visiting www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve spent time with AGT. Tom graduated from Medicine Hat Hat School, sympathy, please direct it to: [email protected] subject the family is and served time with the South Alberta light horse in Medicine Hat. heading: Anne White, or you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, Tom got his final wish to be reunited with his wife Shirley. Tom's ashes leave a message of condolence. 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527- will be kept by his daughter Bonnie to cherish his memory. Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND 6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2

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BREANNA LEE KATHARINA CAROL JANGULA 1945 ~ 2020 HARRISON BRAUN Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Carol August 16, 1993 – October 29, 2020 1927 ~ 2020 Louise Jangula passed away peacefully with her family by her side, in On Thursday October 29th, Breanna Lee Harrison, beloved Daughter, Katharina “Kay” Braun of Medicine Hat passed away on December 20, her home on Monday, December 21, 2020 at the age of 75 years after Sister, Granddaughter, Niece, Aunt, Cousin and Friend passed away at 2020 at the age of 93 years. She leaves to cherish her memory her a courageous battle with cancer for the past 9 months. the age of 27. daughter, Mary McNeil; two grandchildren and two great She leaves to cherish her memory her husband of 55 years Ken, Breanna (Bree) was born on August 16, 1993 to Bonita Harrison in grandchildren, Melissa (Elias and Alexis) and Amanda; two sisters, daughters Betty Szondi (Calvin Foster), Linda (Doug) Phillips, Lori Calgary, AB. Bree attended elementary and middle school in Innisfail, Lena Manthey and Susan Jansen. She was predeceased by her Jangula and Lisa (Corey) Davidson; her cherished grandchildren, Bowden and graduated from High School in in 2011. She went parents, Wilhelm and Katherine Braun; her son-in-law, David in 2014; Brayden (Heather) Szondi, Kaylin (Kellen) Hermann, Jessica (Roger) on to obtain a Business Management Certificate as well as her Health three brothers and six sisters. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the funeral Olson, Marlea Phillips, Damon Phillips (Joanna Walker), Charli Care Aide Certificate and furthermore became a certified First Aid service by invitation will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Davidson, Parker Davidson, Brooklyn Davidson, Alexis Davidson and Instructor in 2019. Thursday, December 24, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David great grandson Cove Hermann. She also leaves her sisters, Betty (Ken) Bree’s nature was to give. She had a heart full of love for animals, the Townsend . Family and friends are invited to remotely attend the Schaufele, Marilyn Martin and Edith (Marvin) Woelfle, newly found special needs community, the elderly and anyone who was in need. funeral service by going to youtube.com and search for Pattison sister Paulene Droppo and numerous nieces and nephews whom she Bree was preceded in death by her Granddad Gorden, Great Grand- Funeral Home. The video will go live 10 minutes prior to service time loved. She was predeceased by her parents Violet and Peter Martin, dad Wilf and Great Grandma Pearl Harrison. She is survived by her on the Pattison Funeral Home youtube page. Interment will follow in brother and sister-in-law Sonny and Irene Martin. Mother Bonita (Harrison) Ebelher and Father Mike Ebelher, the Hillside Cemetery. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please Thank you to Dr. Foley, Susan and the wonderful staff at the Margery Grandparents Lea and Ken Harde, Grandma June Ebelher, Siblings direct it to: [email protected] subject heading: Kay Yuill Cancer Clinic. A special thank you to Franz at Homecare and all John (Kenzie), Jillian (Jim), Shaun (Kayla) and Stu (Raina), and Braun, or you may visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a the other palliative and homecare teams that supported us to make it numerous nieces and nephews. message of condolence. possible to keep mom at home so we could be with her. A private celebration of life was hosted by the family. Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND A private funeral service will be held when we can all be together as a CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 family which Mom loved. We love you Mom and thank you for giving us the greatest honor of caring for you in your final days. Loved by all who knew her. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@ pattisonfuneral home.com subject heading: Carol Jangula, or you may visit www.pattison funeralhome.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

JOAN JOHN BOSCH BRIGDEN 1918 ~ 2020 We are very saddened to announce our dad’s earthly journey is now 1947 ~ 2020 complete. He went to meet His Heavenly Father on December 24, Joan Brigden of , AB , passed away on Monday, 2020 at the age of 102 years. John Joseph Bosch is lovingly December 21st, 2020 at the age of 73 years. Joan leaves to mourn her remembered by his wife of 77 years, Veronica (Koenig). Left to cherish passing her beloved husband, Ross; son, Graham (Carla) Brigden and his memory are his children, Eleanor (Philip) Getz, Dianna (Harvey) their daughter, Emily; brother, Robert (Laureen) Keating; sister, Frey, Bernice (Jim) Foley, Shirley (Brian) Mutschler, Raymond (Dianne) Maryanne (Jack) Lindsay; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and Bosch, Albert (Wendy) Bosch, Janet Brost, Larry (Carrie) Bosch; twenty cousins. She was predeceased by her parents, Leonard and Dorothy; two grandchildren, thirty three great grandchildren, eight great great ROSE ULLAND son, Ryan; brother, Clifford; and grandson, Connor. Joan was born on grandchildren and his brother Tony. He was predeceased by his 1935 ~ 2020 April 4, 1947 in Estevan, SK and was raised in Benson. As a young adult parents Philip and Catherine (Ries) Bosch, sisters, Rose (Nick) Schafer, Rose Ulland of Medicine Hat, passed away on Tuesday, December 22, she moved to Regina and received her education in business and Gertrude ‘Gertie’ (Tony) Bosch; brothers, Frank (Lena, Rita), Joe 2020 at the age of 85 years, beloved wife of the late Cliff Ulland. She technologies and then accepted a position with Coop Insurance in (Ruth) and Raphael and three brothers and a sister who died in leaves to cherish her memory five children, Dave Unreiner, Ken Regina in their computer department back when computers were still infancy; one son-in-law Wayne Brost, a grandson Unreiner, Betty (Alain) Duncan, Gladys Vyselaar and Corrin (Delvin) a relatively new idea. Joan met the man who was to be the love of her Craig Getz, a great granddaughter Addison Foley and great great Lagasse; sixteen grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren, one life in Regina, Ross Brigden, and in 1975 they were married. They granddaughter Ariel Shorr. John was born at the family homestead at brother Henry (Hazel) Drescher and one sister Cora Reider as well as remained there and they welcomed their first son, Graham. In 1979, Rosenthal, Saskatchewan. The second oldest of eleven children. numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband the family moved to Redcliff, AB. Shortly after, they were blessed with Together Mom and dad raised eight children on the farm at Golden Cliff on August 3, 2009; her parents, Maria and Gregor Drescher; one second son, Ryan. In 1986, the family moved to their current home in Prairie, Saskatchewan. Dad was a hard worker, a farmer all his working son Phillip Unreiner, seven brothers and four sisters. Rose was born on Cypress County, just west of Medicine Hat. Joan was an exceptional life. In 1977, Mom and Dad retired to Medicine Hat. In 2009, October 9, 1935 at Prelate, Saskatchewan where she was raised. wife and mother. Her family and her friends were her passion and Meadowlands became their new home, and in 2019 they moved into Throughout her life she held employment at the flour mill, delight and she especially loved spending time with them at the the Good Samaritan, where we continued to gather as a family greenhouses and the potteries. On December 7, 1977 she married family cottage in Kenosee, SK. She leaves behind nothing but celebrating special occasions. The family gives heart felt thanks to all Cliff and in 1979, they moved to Calgary returning to Medicine Hat in beautiful memories. The Funeral Service will be held at Saamis the nurses and doctors at the hospital on 4 West and St. Joseph’s 1991. Rose loved bowling, playing crib and to laugh and joke around. Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road SE Medicine Hat, AB T1A Home for all the compassionate care they provided for our dad. Those Those who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON 1Z5, on Tuesday, December 29th, 2020 at 2:00 with Gary W. Goran who wish to pay their respects may do so at the PATTISON FUNERAL FUNERAL HOME on Tuesday evening from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. (Masks are officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Due to current HOME on Tuesday evening from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. (Masks are mandatory). Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a private funeral service by Covid-19 restrictions the service will be by family invitation only. mandatory). Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a private funeral mass will invitation only will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Wednesday, However, you are all invited to view the service via livestream through be celebrated in the Holy Family Roman Catholic Church on December 30, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. with Life Celebrant, David Townsend. Joan’s memorial page at www.saamis.com starting at 1:55 pm. Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Iqbal Khurshid You are invited to remotely attend the funeral service by going to Memorial gifts in Joan's memory may be made to the Medicine Hat Celebrant. You are invited to watch the funeral mass online; please go youtube.com and search for Pattison Funeral Home. The video will go Ronald McDonald House, 569 4 St SW, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 4G2. to Youtube.com and type in Medicine Hat Holy Family Church. live 10 minutes prior to service time on the Pattison Funeral Home Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. To e-mail an expression youtube page. Interment will follow in the Hillside Cemetery. To [email protected] subject heading Joan Brigden. Funeral of sympathy, please direct it to: [email protected] e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@ arrangements are entrusted to subject heading: John Bosch, or you may visit www. pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Rose Ulland, or you may SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence. visit www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME AND condolence. Funeral Arrangements are by the PATTISON FUNERAL AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat T1A 4C2 HOME AND CREMATORIUM 540 South Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. T1A 4C2

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AUDREY DOYLE RONALD 1927 ~ 2020 Audrey Doyle passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 20, 2020 SCHORR at Good Samaritans, Medicine Hat, at the age of 93 years. She leaves to 1943 ~ 2020 MEMORIES cherish her many memories her four sons; Patrick, Michael, Timothy Ronald (Ron) Schorr of Medicine Hat, Alberta passed away peacefully and Thomas; one daughter; Anne Marie, as well as her grandchildren, at the Good Samaritan on December 22, 2020, at the age of 77 with great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Audrey was his beloved wife and grand-daughter at this side. Left to cherish his predeceased by her husband, Charles; son, Maurice and daughters, memory are his wife Donna and daughters Cammie (Brian) Kannekens Build a Charlotte and Diedre. Audrey was a warbride, coming to Canada from of Medicine Hat, and Juli (Desmond) Jordan of Calgary; grandchildren England in 1946 and settling in Miramichi/Doylesbrook area in New Quinn, Kelsi, Kia Kannekens and Maiya, Desirae, and Sacha Jordan; Brunswick. She spent the last 10 years in Medicine Hat. Due to Covid- sister Val (Dave) Moir of Cayley, Alberta; sister-in-law Florence Schorr 19 restrictions a private graveside service will take place at a later date of Medicine Hat; and dear friends, Werner and Debra Redel, from in New Brunswick. Memorial gifts in Audrey’s name may be made to Edmonton. Ron is predeceased by his parents, John and Rosie Schorr, and brother Vernon Schorr. Ron was born March 15, 1943 in Medicine Special Bridge Carmel Hospice at St. Joseph’s Home, 156 – 3rd Street NE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5M1. Condolences may be sent to condolences@ Hat and lived his entire life on the Schorr family farm on the Eagle saamis.com subject heading Audrey Doyle. Funeral arrangements by Butte Road in the Woolchester area. He attended Antelope Cut SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION Country School (where he was the janitor at age 12) and Medicine Hat CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, High School. He met his wife, Donna, while they both were attending Our memories build a special bridge AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] Hillcrest Christian College; they were married in 1967. His faith was Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. important to him and he attended Little Plume Church his entire life. Ron was a passionate and progressive farmer having started as a when loved ones have to part youngster doing barnyard chores and helping work the land with a Fordson tractor and a 6-foot cultivator. He was an innovative risk- taker, often experimenting with new machinery and crops; he was to help us feel we're with them still one of the first in the area to plant canola and later served 6 years on the Alberta Canola Commission. Ron was naturally competitive and in his athletic younger years he loved to curl and play softball and slo- and sooth a grieving heart. pitch. He was always ready for a game of Rook or crokinole, and enjoyed fishing, even stocking the farmyard dugout with trout. The grandchildren will remember the many quad rides while Grandpa checked the crops. Those wishing to pay their respects to Ron and his family may do so on Sunday, December 27th, 2020 from 2:00 to 4:00 Our memories span the years we pm at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, 1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5. (Covid-19 restrictions will be in place). The interment will take place at 1:30 pm on Monday, December 28th, 2020 at Little shared, preserving ties that bind, Plume Cemetery. A private family service will follow at Little Plume WILLIAM HORST Church. Due to current Covid-19 restrictions the service will be by family invitation only. A recording of the service through Ron’s They build a special bridge of love SEIFRIED memorial page at www.saamis.com will be available after Tuesday, December 29th, 2020. Memorial gifts in Ron's memory may be made and bring us peace of mind. 1934 - 2020 to the Whispering Pines Camp, Box 23110 Medicine Hat Mall, It is with great sadness, that we announce that Willi Seifried passed Medicine Hat, AB T1B 4C7. Condolences may be sent through www. away on December 25, 2020. Willi was born in Barenwalde, Schlochau, saamis.com or to [email protected] subject heading Ronald Germany. As a young child during the war, and with borders rapidly changing, Willi’s family migrated and resettled in Bentelor/ Schorr SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & Emily Matthews Langenberg, Germany, in 1945. Despite growing up during a terrible RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, war, with many hardships, Willi always spoke fondly of his earliest Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com inquiry@ childhood memories, growing up on the family farm with his younger saamis.com Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd. siblings, and, of the many childhood adventures shared with many cousins, all living nearby. Willi emigrated to Canada with his family in 1953, landing in Quebec and making their way by train, to Medicine Hat, Alberta, where the family settled and began a new life. Here Willi worked alongside family members initially at Medalta Pottery, then the CPR, and in 1957 began working for the City of Medicine Hat, until his retirement in June 1990. In addition to his full-time job, Willi also pursued a passion for working on the land, by operating a hobby farm with cattle, as well as hobby beekeeping for many years. William married Lilly Eichele in September 1959, and the two of them have enjoyed life’s goodness as well as enduring sorrows, always together, for the past 61 years. William will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Doris (Tim) Sidlick; brothers, Gunther Seifried (Emma) and Heintz Seifried (Susan); brother-in-law, Jakob Eichele; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Willi was predeceased by his beloved wife, Lilly and son, Randy; parents, Daniel and Elisabeth Seifried; sister, Hilda Ledarney; brother-in-law, Mike Ledarney; and sister-in-law, Elfrieda Eichele. The family wishes to extend a big thank you to all the wonderful staff at the Riverview Long Term Care Home, CONRAD E HIRSCH Meadowlands Retirement Residence, and the Home Care and July 10, 1939 - Dec 15, 2020 Palliative Nurses for the compassion, kindness and care they have It is with heartfelt sadness we announce the passing of Conrad Hirsch provided these past few years. A private family service will take place at the age of 81. He passed away peacefully at the Peter Lougheed at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 DUNMORE ROAD SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3Z5. On Wednesday, December 30th, 2020 at Centre, Calgary Tuesday Dec 15, 2020 with family at his side. 11:00 am with Pastor Shane Hein officiating. Extended family and Con is survived by his wife Barbara of 48 years, son Tyson(Sandy) & friends are invited to watch the service via the live stream link on grandson Matthew, son Curtis (Sara), Sister Irene (Ernie), Brother Willi’s memorial page at www.saamis.com beginning at 10:55 am. In Dennis (Louise), brother-in-law Murray (Leslie), brother-in-law Walter lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, donations may be made (Erika) and many loving nieces, nephews & cousins. to St. Peter Lutheran Church, 758 – 8th Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A Con was a loving husband, father, grandfather & a friend to everyone. 1M5, where William was a devoted member for many years. We thank the Doctors & Nurses who attended to Con. By Con's wishes Condolences may be sent through www.saamis.com or to there will be no funeral service although in lieu of flowers, memorial [email protected] subject heading Willi Seifried. Funeral donations may be made to the Cancer Society, Diabetes of Canada or arrangements are entrusted to MS Society. SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, "The Chapel in the Park" #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, We all miss you deeply AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 www.saamis.com [email protected] Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.

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FRANK McCONVILLE MARCEL GENDRE GAVINA PEDERSEN July 20, 1958 ~ December 22, 2020 1956 ~ 2020 1937 ~ 2020 Francis ‘Frank’ Patrick McConville passed away in Medicine Hat on With heavy hearts the family of Marcel Leon Gendre, beloved husband of Gavina Pedersen (nee Burns) passed away in Medicine Hat on Sunday, Tuesday, December 22, 2020. Frank was born on July 20, 1958, in Patty Gendre and Dad to Jesse, announce his unexpected passing at the December 27, 2020, at the age of 83 years. Left to cherish Gavina’s Milton, Ontario, the day man landed on the moon (as he always Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at memory are her daughters, Mary Ann (John) O’Connor and Karen reminded us). He will always be remembered by his loving family: the age of 64 years. Marcel was born in Stettler, Alberta on May 6, 1956 (Jeff) Holmes; grandchildren, Brendan (Meghan and daughter sisters, Trish (Brian) Carr, Liz (Wayne) Horb, Karen (Walter) McConville; and was raised on the family farm south of Erskine. He attended grade brother, Jim (Jenn) McConville; all of his “special” nieces and nephews school in Erskine and graduated high school in Stettler. Marcel furthered Gwenevieve) and Kristen (Will), as well as her brother, Jack Burns. She and their families; aunts, uncles and cousins both in Canada and in his education at NAIT where he received his Chemical Technology was predeceased by her husband, Bent. Gavina was born in Scotland; his step- grandchildren, whom he loved immensely, Cody Diploma and later achieved a 2nd Class Power Engineer ticket. On July , AB., and grew up in Frontier, SK. At the age of 18, “Burnsie” and Cameron Schmidt and many good friends and neighbours both 15, 1978, Marcel married Patty Ogle in Stettler and their marriage was joined the Air Force and was an Airwoman with the Military Police for here and in California. He was predeceased by his Mum and Dad, Mary blessed with a son, Jesse. Those who knew Marcel know that he was a the length of her tour. She then furthered her studies, receiving her and James McConville; his brother, Danny in 1992 and a sister, Michele kind, thoughtful and caring person. He had a strong positive attitude and in 2009. always looked at things as they could be... not as they were. He loved to designation as a registered nurse, and was working at the MH Frank enjoyed taking care of the family swimming pool in Oakville, ride his motorcycle on the wide open roads and always looked forward to Auxiliary Hospital when she met Bent. They married in the fall of 1961, Ontario. He loved watching all of his nieces and nephews in the pool summer rides with his cousins. Marcel found much comfort in relaxing in and had two daughters. They later formed Pedersen’s Floor Covering with “Crocky”. Frank always watched and rooted for his beloved his hot tub before retiring for the night. He had strong faith in the Lord together where Gavina ran the daily operations of the store while Toronto Maple Leafs while waiting ‘patiently’ for his team to win the and this was the time where he could reflect and talk to the Lord. He Bent oversaw the installations. During this time, she was an avid Stanley Cup...again. He got Brian and Trish hooked on watching the always said his greatest gifts in life was knowing his Lord and his little Blue Jays games as well. Frank loved driving his quad with his family. Marcel was always happiest when he was with his wife and son. softball player and curler, enjoying tournaments and bonspiels with grandchildren and scooting them around town on his scooter. For the He had a zest for life and always kept active whether he was skiing, friends. Gavina enjoyed traveling with her family to various last four years, he lived with Brian and Trish in Medicine Hat. He loved swimming, playing baseball, racquetball, ping pong or driving his 98 destinations including Denmark, Fiji, Bahamas, an Alaskan cruise and going for rides on his scooter with Molly, his faithful companion, Honda Accord that he put over 1 million km’s on! He loved the outdoors frequent trips to Las Vegas over the years. She faithfully followed the running along beside him. He loved Molly and playing with the “Kitty- going for rides and loved to sit around bonfires and visit with his pals. He girls in their sporting exploits, including many years involvement with Cato” Sissy. Frank spent three winters at Sunbeam Lake in California. had a great memory and could recall historical dates, family history and He made some great friends and was able to ride around the complex. he never forgot birthdays! Marcel was truly a unique individual who will Brownies, figure skating and trap shooting. Into retirement, Gavina He even had a ride in a sand-rail car! His legs eventually were no be missed dearly. He is survived by his loving wife, Patty and his son, was a consistent volunteer at many bingos, helping out several longer able to hold him up but he was always positive and thanked Jesse; his father, Leon Gendre; siblings, Lucille (Rick), Lillianne (Eugene), different charities on a regular basis. The family would like to thank the Good Lord that he was able to walk for 30 years after his surgery. Bernadette (Don), Yvonne, Louis­ and Henri (Lisa). He is also survived by the nursing staff of 4 West at the Medicine Hat Hospital for their Frank was such a blessing to all but especially to Brian and Trish these his mother-in-law, Verna Ogle; sisters-in-law, Bev (Lyle), Judy (Mark), Alice strength and kindness, helping them bid farewell the only way last four years. He was their ray of sunshine! (Jim); brothers-in-law, Jimmy (Kim), Dave (Wanda), Everett (Sherry) and ‘Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, numerous nieces and nephews. Marcel was predeceased by his mother, allowed. A celebration of Gavina’s life will be held at a future date. and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest In peace.’ Rosemarie Gendre; father-in-law, Roy Ogle and brother-in-law, Dwayne (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at www. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the Funeral Service will be by invitation Raddis. Due to Covid gathering restrictions, the Celebration of Marcel’s cooksouthland.com) Those wishing to remember Gavina may do so only. The service will be live-streamed on Tuesday December 29, 2020, life will be private. The service will be live-streamed on Wednesday, through a donation to the Medicine Hat SPCA, 55 Southwest Drive beginning at 2:00 p.m. (MST). To experience the service, please visit December 30, 2020, beginning at 2:00 p.m. (MST). To support the family S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8. Honoured to serve the family is www.cooksouthland.com and click the View Broadcast Button on the and experience the service, please visit www.cooksouthland.com and homepage at service time. A private Funeral Mass will be held on click the View Broadcast Button on the homepage at service time. Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, Thursday, December 31. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at www. 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527- our website at www.cooksouthland.com) Those wishing to remember cooksouthland.com) Memorial donations in Marcel’s name may be made 6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" Frank may do so through a donation to the Ronald McDonald House directly to the Medicine at & District Food Bank, 532 South Railway Street, in Medicine Hat. Please make donations payable to RMHC Alberta, 569 SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2V6. Honoured to serve the family is Cook - 4 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 4G2. Honoured to serve the Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 - 13th family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 www. Facility, 901 - 13th Street S.W. 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GLORIA HURLBERT 1946 ~ 2020 Gloria Anne Hurlbert passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Home - Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Christmas Day, Friday, December VALERIE EMES 25, 2020, at the age of 74 years. Gloria will be lovingly remembered by ALLAN JENSEN It is with great sadness to announce that Valerie Emes of , Alberta her daughter, Natalie (Stewart) Schaffer-Lawton and her children, passed away peacefully at the Rimbey Hospital and Care Centre on 1941 ~ 2020 Lane, Leigh (Nicole) (and their children, Arleigh and Cru), Jennifer Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at the age of 80 years. It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of (Dan); son, Jason (Amy) Schaffer and his children, Kaleb, Austin, Sean Val was an incredibly determined British woman, who was born and raised Allan Christian John Jensen in Medicine Hat on Saturday, December in London, England. She lived as an only child with her mother before and Seth, their mother, Linzi; brother, Sidney (Gail) Hurlbert as well as 26, 2020, at the age of 79 years. He is survived by his half sister, Evelyn numerous nieces and nephews. Gloria was born and raised in Redcliff. Schafer as well as four nephews and their families. He was coming to Canada in the '60s. Val met her first husband while working at predeceased by his mother and father; two half brothers, Alvin and the Medicine Hat Hospital, where she had dedicated many years as a She spent many years caring for others as a nurse at South Country Gordon Pfiefer as well as his close friend and brother-in-law, Richard registered nurse. She later remarried to a British soldier and returned to Village as well as other numerous hospitals throughout BC and AB. If Schafer. Allan was born on September 18, 1941, in , England for a short period. Family in Canada brought her home, where she you knew Gloria, she could be found either on the golf course, playing Alberta. He was the youngest of four children to Ella and Peter Jensen. could have more opportunity to spend time with her children and pool or darts, knitting, crocheting or painting. She loved socializing Allan began his teaching career in Munson, Alberta where he was the grandchildren. with her friends... she had a wonderful sense of humour with the gift principal. He furthered his career at Crescent Heights High School in Val was predeceased by her first husband, Ted Emes; her second husband, Medicine Hat as an art teacher, where he retired. Allan loved to travel of gab and curse words simply rolled off her tongue; especially her and led tours around the world. He was heavily involved in the art and Frank McDouall; and her daughter, Terry Maben. She is survived by her son, most favourite word... the eff word! Gloria was a member of the cultural community in Medicine Hat which was his greatest passion. A Craig (Marnie) Emes; her daughter, Karen Diggle; seven grandchildren, and Redcliff Legion as well as the Redcliff Pool League. She will be missed Celebration of Allan’s life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, many great grandchildren. Val is also survived by her youngest son, Jay mostly by her grandchildren who thought the world of her. Gloria will memorial donations in Allan’s name may be made directly to the Hat (Kristin) McDouall of Sylvan Lake, with their children: Jayda, Kenzie, be remembered with a private time of remembrance. (Condolences Art Club, 399 College Avenue S.E., Medicine Hat, T1A 3Y6 or to the Kaydance, Havyk, and Halo. 'Nanny' will be missed by her loving family. may be expressed by visiting www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to charity of one’s choice. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our The family would like to thank the Rimbey Hospital and Care Centre for serve the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & website at www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is their support and incredible services towards the end of Val's life. With Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 901 respect for her wishes, no formal funeral service will be held. Condolence Reception Facility, 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 messages may be forwarded to the family by visiting: www.ofc-ltd.ca 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" Cremation Arrangements for the Late Valerie Emes entrusted to the care of directed"

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VIOLA BERES CAROLE HURKENS 1929 ~ 2020 It is with heavy hearts that the family of Viola Beres announce the (NEE WEIKEL) passing of their dear mother in Medicine Hat on Saturday, December February 29, 1940 – December 28, 2020 26, 2020, at the age of 91 years. Viola leaves to cherish her memory: Carole Hurkens of Lethbridge, beloved wife of Henry Hurkens, passed two children, Garry (Debra) Beres of Calgary and Sheila (Ken) Reimer away after a lengthy illness on December, 28, 2020 at the age of 80 of Medicine Hat; four grandchildren, Stephen (Liza) Beres (and their years. daughter, Cooper Beres), Jonathan (Amelia) Beres, Jordan (Marci) Besides her loving husband, Carole was survived by her daughter CONTACT US Reimer and Gillian Reimer (Douglas Minshull); sister, Diane (Frank) Sheila (Sandy) Cook of , son Garry (Colleen) Hurkens of Schneider; brother, Vernon (Lena) Heringer; sisters-in-law, Margaret Medicine Hat, and daughter Sandra (Rob) Price of Lethbridge. She was Heringer and Doris Heringer as well as numerous nieces and nephews. also survived by seven grandchildren: Nicole (Justin) Gatner, Karen Medicine Hat Office Viola was predeceased by her loving husband of 47 years, Louis Beres (Brent Edwards) Cook, Melissa (Rick) Holmes, Jessica Cook, Kara who passed away December 15, 1994; parents, William and Lydia 3257 Dunmore Road SE Heringer; five brothers, Art Heringer, Calvin Heringer, Ivan Heringer, (Jared) Brake, James (Shaelene Ascione) Price, and Daniel Price and Medicine Hat, AB T1B 3R2 Roy Heringer and Earl Heringer; three sisters, Francis Schneider, Violet fourteen great grandchildren, as well as her sister Patricia (Norman) Anderson and Vera Croissant; brothers-in-law, Alan Schneider, Chuck Spencer, brother Douglas Weikel, and sister Lynne Aitken. She was 403.527.1101 Anderson, Henry Croissant and Bill Beres and sisters-in-law, Meloni predeceased by her daughter Susan Hurkens. Heringer, Agnes Heringer and Elsie Beres. Viola was born on May 16, Carole’s deepest love was her family. Not only was she a devoted wife, 1929, on the family farm in the Hilda District. She moved to Medicine mother and grandmother, but she played an active role in the lives of Publisher/Advertising Manager Hat with her family where she attended school. Viola worked at those she loved. She provided childcare for each of her grandchildren, Kerri Sandford Medalta Potteries, IGA bakery in the Southview Mall as well as a clerk attended countless in-school and after-school activities, cared for in the IGA on Crescent Heights. She enjoyed bowling and playing them when they were sick, and spent hours mending clothes, cards but most of all, music and dancing. She was truly her happiest replacing buttons and sewing costumes and pajama pants. Carole Project Co-ordinator when the music played and she could dance. Mom, we know you are was also a mother and grandmother to all that met her, from her own dancing with Dad now, and when we get the choice to sit it out or family and their spouses to her friends and their families to the dozens Destinee Mattson dance, we will dance in your honour. Due to Covid gathering of new friends that all these people brought into her life. Once you 403-528-5652 restrictions, the Celebration of Viola’s life will be private. The funeral entered her home, you were family. Carole will be lovingly missed by service will be live-streamed on Thursday, December 31, 2020, at 10:00 all who knew her. [email protected] a.m. (MST). To support the family and experience the service, please The family would like to thank the staff of the Linden View Lodge in visit www.cooksouthland.com and click the View Broadcast Button on Taber for providing such wonderful care to Carole in her final months. the homepage at service time. (Condolences may be expressed by A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve In lieu of flowers, the family would request that you support the Susan the family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Hurkens School Memorial Award as originally set up by the Hurkens Reception Facility, 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & family. Email money transfers can be sent to Sheila Cook at Cooksa@ shaw.ca for credit to the Award. Cheques may also be sent to or directed" IN LOVING dropped off at: Scotiabank, 420 Highway Ave (PO Box 190) Picture Butte, AB T0K 1V0. Cheques should be payable to Sheila Cook and the memo line should say in memory of Carole Hurkens. Visit www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence. Memory For more information, or to book your ad space please contact one of our REGINALD SCOTT ELLS "Forever In Our Hearts" sales representatives: Reginald Ells, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Mary Ells, passed away peacefully in his sleep at the St. Joseph’s Home - Carmel Hospice in KEN PETERSON Destinee Mattson Medicine Hat on Sunday, December 27, 2020, at the remarkable age of December 20, 1931 ~ December 19, 2020 101 years. Reginald’s memory will be cherished in the hearts of his 403.528.5652 children, Glennis (Wayne) Baum, Brenda Ells and Ryan (Tasma) Ells; Ken Peterson, loving husband of 66 years to Alvina “Babe” Peterson, grandchildren, Terri (Brad) Mappin, Dallas (Jeness) Wilkins, Tanya (Sean) passed away from a sudden heart attack at his home, one day before [email protected] Verret, Michael (Kendra) Reinsch, Marla (Dolan) Kerr, Jori (Pete) his 89th birthday. An avid golfer, retired CPR locomotive engineer and Peterson, Matthew (Lisa) Reinsch, Kailyn Baum (Mandy Dion), Lowell member of the Medicine Hat Golf Club since 1954, Ken was part of the Kim Martz Baum, Reagan Ells and Mitchell (Josie) Ells; great-grandchildren, Riley, “Rat Pack” of retirees, playing 80-100 rounds each season. He was born 403.527.1101 ext 2121 Brady, Poppy, Sierra, Sadie, Cosmo and Raelynn as well as numerous in rural Saskatchewan, relocating with his family to Medicine Hat nieces, nephews and extended family. Along with his parents, John and during WWII. He married Alvina Klukus in 1954, raised two sons, Kyle [email protected] Lucie (nee Scott) Ells, Reginald was predeceased by his daughter, and Steven, and retired from the CPR in 1989. He enjoyed a long Patricia Lee (Wilkins) in 1988, his wife, Mary Dorothy in 1993 as well as retirement, wintering among many friends in Arizona and golfing at James MacLaren one brother and three sisters. Reginal Scott Ells was born on the family farm near Rowley, AB., on December 12, 1919. After WWII, Reg married home in the summer. Ken is survived by his wife, Alvina; son, Kyle 403.528-5659 Mary Sween of Redcliff. After he accepted a position with IXL Brick, the (Terry) of Calgary; grandsons, Matt (Barb) Peterson of Medicine Hat [email protected] couple settled in Medicine Hat. Reg enjoyed a fulfilling 38 year career and Keenan Peterson of Calgary; granddaughters, Regan (Aaron) with IXL. Still with IXL, Reg and Mary bought a farm near Medicine Hat Brooks of Lethbridge and Amanda (Mike) Nymark of Lacombe; great- which they enjoyed well into retirement. During those years, they also grandchildren, Colton, Avery, Abby, Chloe, Colin, Aurora and Arianna Linda Gove began to travel, having adventures beyond our dreams. Sadly, Mary as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Ken was predeceased by his 403.528.5660 became ill and the couple were forced to sell the farm and return to the son, Steven, in 1997; parents, Andrew and Rose Peterson; parents-in- [email protected] city in 1992. Reg continued to travel with family and friends for years. law, Maggie and Otto Klukus; brothers, Arnold and Ron and sisters, He was a role model and patriarch for the entire family, guiding with Norma Lane and Isabel Schaurer. At Ken’s request, a private graveside Melanie Robinson integrity and honesty. Papa lived a long and fulfilled life having just service will be held where his ashes will be interred in his son’s grave. celebrated his 101st birthday! Due to Covid gathering restrictions, a 403.528.5655 private celebration of Reginald’s life has taken place. (Condolences may (Condolences may be expressed by visiting our website at www. be expressed by visiting our website at www.cooksouthland.com). cooksouthland.com) Donations in Ken’s memory may be made [email protected] Those wishing to remember Reginald may do so through donations to directly to the Salvation Army, 164 Stratton Way S.E., Medicine Hat, the Royal Canadian Legion, Robertson Memorial Branch #17 at 702 - 2 Alberta, T1B 3R3. Honoured to serve the family is Jason Rinke Street S.E., Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0E1. Honoured to serve the Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility, 403.504.7116 family is Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527- Facility, 901 - 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed" [email protected] 403-527-6455 www.cooksouthland.com "Locally owned & directed"

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